专题03 阅读理解（广州专用）2026年中考英语二模分类汇编

**基本信息** 聚焦“人与自我/社会/自然”三大主题，精选广州多校初三模拟题，通过成长故事、科技突破、文化传承等真实情境素材，考查学生语言理解与思维分析能力。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解|每篇4题（共15+篇）|个人成长（如David融入集体）、科技进展（如脑脊髓芯片）、文化传承（如广绣复兴）、自然保护（如太平洋垃圾带）|情境时代性：融入2026年春假政策、太空生活等热点；问题层次性：从细节理解（如Dindim回归原因）到主旨推断（如“比较偷走快乐”寓意）；跨学科融合：数学π概念、科学实验（微塑料危害）融入文本|

专题3 阅读理解 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．B Passage 2 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．D Passage 3 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．C Passage 4 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．C Passage 5 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．A 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．A Passage 2 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．C Passage 3 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．B Passage 4 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．B Passage 5 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．B 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B Passage 2 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C Passage 3 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C Passage 2 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B Passage 3 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C Passage 4 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．D Passage 5 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 4．B 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B Passage 2 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C Passage 3 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C Passage 4 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．B Passage 5 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．A Passage 2 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题3 阅读理解 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）David felt no joy. It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends. Every time he went up to his classmates, he found a closed circle. The football team had enough players. The art club was full. Everyone had their own groups. During break, he saw some classmates throwing darts and counting the holes on a dartboard. David wondered what they were doing but he couldn’t find the courage to ask. The next day was the Class Fun Day. There were circles all around David. Big, bright hula hoops (呼啦圈). Suddenly someone shouted, “Look at David’s hula hoop.” David had brought an old bicycle tyre (轮胎).He wanted to disappear. Again, he could feel the circle closing, leaving him out. The other children ran out to play. David was left alone. “Why are you in class, David?” Mr Wilson, his maths teacher, asked. “They laughed at my ugly circle,” David replied. “Ah David,” the teacher said. “It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside. Just like pi (π).” Mr Wilson picked up David’s tyre and a big, shiny hula hoop. “Divide the length of the circumference (周长) of this hula hoop by its diameter (直径),” Mr Wilson said. David got 3.14768. “Great! Now divide the circumference of your tyre by its diameter.” David got 3.1463. Mr Wilson smiled. “When we divide the circumference of any circle by its diameter, the number we get is always about 3.14. This is called pi. Whether it is a shiny hula hoop or an old tyre, you will find pi.” David understood what Mr Wilson was trying to tell him. When it came to the laws of maths, his tyre was just as good as a shiny hula hoop. He realized that circles may appear to be closed but they had an open mystery (奥秘) inside them. Then he read a book about pi. In the afternoon, he saw a younger group of children playing a game at the dartboard. “I’m David,” he said. “I read about pi. I know what this is.” The children formed a circle around David. He counted the holes and started doing the maths. The answer was 3.14159. There was a loud cheer. David was finally part of a circle. He felt a sense of wonder. 1．Why did David feel unhappy in his new school at first? A．He was bad at all school subjects. B．He had no friends to play with. C．He disliked his new classmates. D．He failed to join the maths club. 2．How did David become part of a circle? A．By asking the teacher for help. B．By bringing an old bicycle tyre. C．By sharing his maths knowledge. D．By showing his dart-throwing skills. 3．Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word? A．The children matter more to her than anything else in the world. B．There is something the matter with my eyes. C．What’s the matter with you? D．All matter is made up of tiny things. 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Growth takes time. B．Not everything is as it looks. C．Happiness lies in small things. D．Learning is a lifelong journey. Passage 2 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）China will officially start a brand-new spring break for primary and junior high school students across the country in 2026. Different from traditional festivals and holidays, this special vacation is made to give teenagers more time to relax and free themselves from heavy schoolwork. A number of provinces, such as Sichuan, Jiangsu and Anhui, have already worked out clear plans for the spring break. All over the country, the holiday lasts two to three days. To make better use of the holiday time, some local schools plan it right before the Qingming Festival, while others put it together with the May Day holiday. In this way, students can enjoy a longer vacation of up to eight days. The new spring break is more than just a time for rest. It helps students get close to nature and reduce their study pressure effectively. At the same time, it gives students a good chance for family gatherings and short trips. Besides, many local museums and scenic spots offer free entry to student visitors during the break, to encourage more students to go outside and take part in outdoor activities. This new holiday policy (政策) fully shows the great progress in China’s education development. We are also deeply thankful to our motherland, which brings Chinese people a more colorful, healthier and happier life. 1．What is the passage mainly about? A．A new holiday policy. B．The call of nature. C．The development of education. D．Good news for students. 2．What can be inferred about the new spring break from Paragraph 2? A．It is set on the same date every year across the country. B．It is put together with the Qingming Festival in all provinces. C．It is arranged in different ways in different provinces. D．It is planned to last for at least eight days in all provinces. 3．Which of the following is NOT the purpose of the spring break? A．To offer free visits to local museums. B．To reduce students’ study pressure. C．To hope for more family gatherings. D．To encourage outdoor activities. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards the spring break? A．Worried and doubtful. B．Interested and curious. C．Surprised and disappointed. D．Positive and supportive. Passage 3 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）Winter Solstice (冬至) is Amy’s favorite day of the year. Guests at her house enjoy songs and stories well into the night. But Amy’s favorite part has always been making snow angels with Grandpa at noon. When they were standing over the angels, their shadows would look like two skinny huge men with wings. But this year is different. One shadow is missing. Amy feels very sad. Uncle Bert has arrived. He greets Amy with a hug. “Amaze us with your violin tonight, Amy?” Amy holds her breath. Her violin reminds her of Grandpa. She hasn’t picked it up for weeks. “You know Amy doesn’t like a listener, Bert,” says Amy’s mom. “Kids change,” Uncle Bert smiles. “I have a gift for you, Amy.” He hands Amy a case. “It’s Grandpa’s violin.” Amy opens the case. She touches the familiar image of a sun carved into the violin’s neck, fingering the song Grandpa taught her. Grandpa said ancient people thought the earth was flat and the sun stood still on Winter Solstice. Amy feels her heart stands still. How can we have solstice without Grandpa’s song? The sun starts setting. All guests have arrived, talking and laughing. For a moment, Amy thinks she hears Grandpa’s voice. But it’s only Uncle Bert sounding like him. Soon, it turns dark. Dad starts the bonfire. The celebration will begin. Grandpa was always first. When the bonfire began, he’d step onto the chair and play his favorite song, Sweet Angels Come Nearer. Amy would get a warm feeling. Amy knows the sun will start rising and setting tomorrow, but she feels lost without Grandpa’s song. Someone needs to play it. But who will? Dad tells a story. Aunt Bea sings. Simon reads a poem. In a moment of quiet, Amy’s hand shoots into the air. “Amy? You’d like to share, too?” Dad asked. She steps up onto the chair, hands shaking. She takes a breath and turns her back to the fire, imagining no one is watching. One shaky note. Another. She imagines Grandpa playing the same violin. Her notes become stronger.     As she plays, a voice rises behind her, singing the words to Grandpa’s song. It’s Uncle Bert. Mom joins in. Then Dad, Simon, Aunt Bea. Voices enlarge. Grandpa’s violin rises. Amy feels the love of her family encircle her, warm like sunshine. 1．What can be inferred about Amy before Uncle Bert’s arrival? A．She avoided playing the violin to keep her painful memories asleep. B．She wanted to show her progress in violin to the guests. C．She found it too difficult to play the violin without Grandpa’s help. D．She was waiting for a better violin to replace her old one. 2．How long did Amy’s struggle in her mind last on that day? A．From the moment she made snow angels until the bonfire started. B．From Uncle Bert’s arrival until she finally stood onto the chair. C．From the start of the songs until Dad told a story. D．From the sun setting until the voices of her family enlarged. 3．Why did Amy’s notes become “stronger” during her performance? A．She realized that Uncle Bert’s voice was exactly like Grandpa’s. B．She was pretending that no one was watching her in the quiet hall. C．The sun image on the violin’s neck gave her physical strength. D．She connected with Grandpa’s spirit through their shared instrument. 4．Which of the following best describes the “warmth” Amy felt in the end? A．The heat coming from the bonfire started by her father. B．The excitement of becoming the center of that night. C．The power of family support and cultural heritage. D．The happiness of finishing a difficult task she had to do. Passage 4 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Mrs. Rachel Lynde had come to see the orphan (孤儿) girl. After staring at Anne from head to toe, she said, “You’re terribly thin! Did anyone ever see hair as red as carrots?” Anne’s face turned red. “How dare you!” she cried, hitting the floor with her foot. “I hate you! You are a rude, unkind woman!” Then she ran upstairs and shut the door hard. That evening, Anne’s guardian (监护人) Matthew went quietly upstairs. “Anne,” he said, “don’t you think you’d better do it and get it over with? Mrs. Lynde will never give in.” Anne thought for a moment. “I think I could do it if it would please you, Matthew. It would be true enough to say I am sorry, because I am sorry now. I wasn’t a bit sorry last night. I was so angry that I could not sleep. But this morning it was over.” “You’ll feel better after,” said Matthew. “You’ll soon forget it.” The next afternoon, they went to Mrs. Lynde’s. When they entered, Anne suddenly went down on her knees before the surprised Mrs. Rachel and held out her hands. “Oh, Mrs. Lynde,” she cried, “I am really sorry. I could never express all my sadness—no, not if I used up a whole dictionary. I was very bad to you, and I have let down Matthew, who has let me stay here. It was very wrong of me to get so angry because you told me the truth. My hair is red, and I am skinny and not pretty. What I said to you was true too, but I should not have said it. Oh, Mrs. Lynde, please forgive me. If you refuse, it will be a lifelong sadness to a poor little orphan girl.” “There, there, get up, child,” Mrs. Lynde said heartily. “Of course I forgive you. I guess I was a little too hard on you, anyway.” As they walked home, Matthew looked at Anne. “You said all that from the bottom of your heart, didn’t you?” Anne nodded. “Yes, Matthew. And I’ve learned something. It gives you such a lovely, comfortable feeling to apologize and be forgiven.” 1．Why did Anne become very angry with Mrs. Lynde? A．Because Mrs. Lynde looked at her in a rude way. B．Because Mrs. Lynde refused to let Matthew see her. C．Because Mrs. Lynde said she could not stay at the house. D．Because Mrs. Lynde made impolite comments on her look. 2．What made Anne change her attitude about apologizing? A．Mrs. Lynde came and said sorry to her first. B．She was afraid of being sent away from the house. C．She calmed down and wanted to make Matthew happy. D．Matthew told her that Mrs. Lynde would punish her. 3．How did Anne apologize to Mrs. Lynde? A．She asked Matthew to go with her and speak for her. B．She made big moves and used strong words to say sorry. C．She stood at the door and said sorry in a very quiet voice. D．She wrote Mrs. Lynde a letter and asked her to forgive her. 4．What did Anne learn from the experience? A．One should hide one’s true feelings. B．Don’t tell the truth about one’s looks. C．Admitting a mistake can bring peace inside. D．Orphan children often try hard to please adults. Passage 5 （24-25初三下·广州第二中学·第三阶段学情反馈）Most people ask when my love for nature began. I find the question difficult to answer. As far back as I can remember, nature has simply been part of me. I was lucky to grow up with a supportive family and a close connection with nature. My name is Jane Goodall. I was born in London, England in 1934. By the time I was ten, I made up my mind that one day I would live with wild animals in Africa. At the time, this dream seemed silly. Scientific careers were not considered suitable for girls, and studies of animals in the wild were almost unheard of. The idea was also thought to be dangerous. Yet, even as a child, I knew what I wanted, and I was determined to work hard, take every chance, and never give up. I held onto that belief. Although I did well at school, my family couldn’t afford to send me to university, so I took a typing course and worked in London. Years later, that practical training turned out to be quite useful. When a friend invited me to Kenya, I saved enough money to go. There, I met Louis Leakey, who was looking for a new assistant. My preparation and love for African wildlife earned me not only the job, but also a chance to study chimpanzees in the wild. The work was far from easy. In the early months, the chimpanzees ran away at the sight of me. Then one of them gradually lost his fear. Through him, I found something surprising: he made tools out of grass stems. At the time, tool-making was considered something only humans could do. This discovery drew worldwide attention. After two years, Dr. Leakey said he’d got me a place in Cambridge. What upset me most was that scientists there said I’d done everything wrong. I shouldn’t have given the chimpanzees names. I shouldn’t talk about their personalities or emotions, either — because at the time, these qualities were believed to be unique (独特的) to humans. Instead of doubting myself, I chose to stand by what I had seen and felt. I knew from my experience that these animals were far more complex than people thought. I refused to stay silent about the truth I had discovered. Thanks to both the 98.6% DNA similarity between humans and chimpanzees and my years of careful research on their behavior, the scientists had to give up the long-held idea that humans are the only beings who can feel and experience the world. What began as a little girl’s dream grew into a life’s work that changed how we see our place in nature. 1．Why did Jane’s dream of studying wild animals in Africa seem impossible at that time? A．Jane’s family was too worried to send her there. B．It was not common for girls to take up scientific jobs. C．Scientists had already studied wild animals in Africa. D．Wild animals there were not friendly to people. 2．What can we learn about the writer’s experience in Cambridge? A．Her mother advised her to listen to and accept others’ opinions. B．The writer regretted going to Cambridge to further her study. C．Scientists in Cambridge all disagreed with her research findings. D．The writer stuck to her own belief and challenged traditional ideas. 3．Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Brave and strong-minded. B．Smart and creative. C．Hardworking and helpful. D．Curious and imaginative. 4．What is the passage mainly about? A．How Jane Goodall turned her love for nature into key scientific discoveries. B．Why Jane Goodall made up her mind to closely study wild animals in Africa. C．What Jane Goodall discovered about chimpanzees through her field research. D．How Jane Goodall’s family supported her through every difficulty she faced. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试）A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope to people with spinal cord injuries. Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed patients to move their legs, and even walk again. The chip, only 1mm wide, is designed to be fitted into the brain and spinal cord. If the natural communication between the brain and muscles is lost, this chip acts as the bridge. When the chips work, they create a direct connection between the brain and muscles. The results have been amazing. A 34-year-old man, paralyzed after a fall, could move his legs just one day after the operation on January 8, 2025. Two weeks later, he walked five meters with help. Three other patients had similar operations in February and March, all getting better within weeks. Even though the patients’ nervous systems were damaged, the chips helped them walk again. This marks a big step in China’s progress in medical science and it brings hope for over 3.7 million people in China. “This is just the beginning,” Jia, the lead researcher, said. “With the technology, these people may one day leave wheelchairs behind after 3 to 5 years of training.” Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking. It took the researchers over 10 years to develop the chip. They tested it on animals first, and then on people. They faced many challenges, yet they never gave up. Step by step, they developed a system to reconnect the mind and body in ways that once appeared only in science fiction. As the chip continues to improve, it lights a new path forward—one built on science, shaped by care, and aimed toward a brighter future. 1．What do we know about the chips mentioned in the passage? A．They are only as wide as 2 mm. B．They are fitted into the man’s arms. C．They help the patients walk again. D．They improve the patients’ memory. 2．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To recommend a science story. B．To report a pioneer doctor in medicine. C．To compare different treatments. D．To introduce a new medical success. 3．Which of the following meanings is suitable for the underlined word “bold”? bold /bəʊld/ adj. a. PERSON/ACTION not afraid of taking risks and making difficult decisions: He had the ability to take bold imaginative decisions. b. COLOURS/SHAPES very strong or bright so that you notice them: Stripes are bold, bright, and fun to wear. c. LINES/WRITING written or drawn in a very clear way: The print should be bold and easy to read. d. PRINTED LETTERS printed in letters that are darker and thinner than ordinary printed letters: All the headings are in bold type. (From the dictionary) A．a B．b C．c D．d 4．What would be the best title for this passage? A．China’s Chips Bring New Hope B．Future of China’s Medical Science C．Science Fiction Changes Our Lives D．Challenges for Chinese scientists Passage 2 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Henry, a thirteen-year-old boy, lived under a bridge in a village of potters (陶工) in ancient Korea. He shared his home with Crane-man, an old man with a lame (跛脚的) leg who had cared for him since he was a baby. Henry’s greatest wish was to learn how to make celadon (青瓷) pottery, the beautiful green ceramic (陶瓷作品) that made the village famous. Every morning, Henry slipped away to watch Min, the most skilled potter in the village, work at his wheel. He stood hidden behind a bamboo screen, breathing in the smell of wet clay and listening to the sound of the spinning wheel. One day, Min caught him watching. “Go away!” the potter shouted, waving his hands. Henry bowed deeply and left, but he did not stop coming. Weeks later, Henry made a mistake. He reached out to touch a newly finished celadon vase, and it slipped from his fingers, breaking into a dozen pieces. He froze, then went down to his knees to collect the pieces. “I will work for you without pay,” he said to Min, “until I have made up for the damage.” Min stared at him for a long time. Finally, he nodded. For the next three months, Henry did the hardest work in the potter’s yard: chopping wood, carrying water, and digging clay. He never complained, even when Min refused to teach him a single thing about pottery. Crane-man noticed his tiredness and said, “Patience, Henry. The potter who rushes to shape the clay will only make an imperfect bowl.” One evening, Min’s wife, Min Jeong, found Henry sitting by the oven, studying the way the fire changed the clay’s color. She smiled and handed him a warm bowl of rice. “He sees your heart,” she said quietly. Henry looked up, hope rising in his chest. 1．What did Henry do every morning? A．He slipped away to work with Min. B．He watched Min make pottery secretly. C．He sold clay to the potters in the village. D．He learned to make celadon from Crane-man. 2．Which word best describes Henry according to the passage? A．Responsible and hardworking. B．Lazy and careless. C．Confident but rude. D．Creative and brave. 3．What can we infer from the underlined sentence “He sees your heart”? A．Min’s wife will teach Henry pottery herself. B．Min doesn’t care about Henry at all. C．Min has known Henry’s true wish and effort. D．Henry doesn’t need to work for Min anymore. 4．The pictures below match the events in the passage. Which event is the next one? A．Henry hugging Crane-man. B．Min shouting at Henry. C．Min Jeong handing Henry some rice. D．Min teaching Henry pottery. Passage 3 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）Have you ever looked up at a beautiful rainbow when noticing your friend looking at it? At that moment, both of you were focusing on the same object and aware of each other’s attention. This shared focus is called joint (共同的) attention. It depends on social cues (提示) such as actions or words that help two people to focus on the same thing. When completing tasks or solving problems, it is often said that two heads are better than one. But what does “better” mean? In one study, researchers asked pairs of participants (参与者) to complete a search task alone and then together. They found that when the participants worked together, they were faster at finding the goal, which researchers suggest is “better” performance. You might be wondering why two heads are better. Is it simply because you have another pair of eyes or because you divide the task? Well, the answer is both! Just having another pair of eyes can make a task easier and faster, so a group benefit can be found even if two people do not talk about the division of work. By dividing the work, you are more likely to finish the task faster, though one may work a little faster than the other. Researchers have also been interested in whether joint attention improves memory. They asked participants to remember pictures and found that when people believed another person was looking at the same picture and doing the same task, they remembered the picture better. So, this suggests that even when people imagine social cues, like just thinking someone else is focusing on the same task, joint attention can help people better remember things. Today, however, many interactions (互动) take place online. It is important to understand whether online interactions with others influence people’s attention. Researchers asked participants to complete a search task on their home computers, with an imaginary partner. The results showed that people were more accurate (准确的) when they thought they were working together with a partner, but faster when they thought they were competing with that partner. Interestingly, it did not matter how realistic the imaginary partner’s image (形象) was. All in all, joint attention is an important part of human interaction that shapes how people work together and how they remember. By understanding this, we can better recognise the value of our interactions. 1．Which of the following best shows the results of the study in Paragraphs 2 and 3? A． B． C． D． 2．Which of the following opinions does the writer support? A．Working alone makes people finish tasks faster. B．Competing with a partner improves accuracy. C．The partner’s image realism has little influence. D．Online interactions are worse than offline ones. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Joint attention works better online than in the real world. B．Joint attention depends on how well people remember things. C．Imagining working with others brings about better performance. D．Cooperation is more important than competition in online settings. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．From Attention to Performance B．The Power of Shared Focus C．From Social Cues to Connection D．The Key to Effective Interactions Passage 4 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试） What is a grassland? A grassland is a biome (生物群落区) that is covered with grasses. Grass is everything to a grassland. Grass is food for animals. Grass can keep the grassland warm and wet. Grass stops the wind from blowing away the soil. There are two kinds of grasslands. Temperate grasslands are one kind. Temperate means the environment has a mild climate (温和气候) and four seasons. Temperate grasslands have rich soil. Tropical grasslands are the other kind. Tropical means the environment is near the equator and is warm all year round. Tropical grasslands have a rainy season and a dry season. They usually have more trees and poorer soil than temperate grasslands. Both temperate and tropical grasslands have a yearly rainfall of approximately 25 to 75 centimeters. During the dry season, with so little rain, the land can dry out. Fires can start easily. What adaptations (适应性) help grassland plants and animals survive? Different grasslands have different kinds of grasses. However, nearly all grassland grasses have adaptations to growing well in dry conditions. Grasses have deep roots. The roots can take in water and keep nutrients (营养). When a fire happens, everything above ground is destroyed. Down below, the roots survive. They hold on to their water and nutrients. After a fire, new stalks can grow from the roots. The old, dead grass becomes part of the soil. Gradually, the soil gets richer and richer. Most grasses have adaptations to growing from the roots. This helps them survive and grow after animals eat the tops of the plants. Trees that grow in tropical grasslands also have adaptations that help them survive. For example, the baobab tree grows leaves only during the wet season. It loses its leaves during the dry season. Many kinds of animals live in grasslands. All of them have adaptations that help them survive. Some grassland animals have flat teeth for eating grass. For example, with their flat teeth, zebras bite off the tops of grasses that are difficult to chew. 1．Why does the writer mention zebras and baobab trees in the passage? A．To compare tropical grasslands with temperate grasslands. B．To explain that different living things have their own adaptations. C．To show that animals are more important than plants in grasslands. D．To prove that all grassland species survive in the same way. 2．What can help grass grow well in dry conditions? A．Big fires. B．Deep roots. C．Rich soil. D．New stalks. 3．Which of the following is true? A．Zebras use flat teeth for biting off grasses. B．After a fire, the grass on the grassland dies forever. C．The leaves of the baobab trees drop during the wet season D．Most grasses can’t grow after animals eat the tops of the plants. 4．What does this passage mainly talk about? A．Fires in the grassland. B．Life in the grassland. C．Plants in the grassland. D．Climate of the grassland. Passage 5 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）People from East Asia tend to have more difficulty than those from Europe in telling facial expressions, and a new report published online in Current Biology explains why. Rachael Jack, University of Glasgow researcher, said that rather than scanning evenly across a face as Westerners do, Easterners fix their attention on the eyes. “We show that Easterners and Westerners look at different face features (特征) to read facial expressions,” Jack said. “Westerners look at the eyes and the mouth in equal measure, while Easterners focus on the eyes and neglect the mouth.” According to Jack and her colleagues, the discovery shows that human communication of emotion is more complex (复杂的) than we believed. As a result, facial expressions that were considered universally recognizable cannot be used to express feelings in cross-cultural situations. The researchers studied cultural differences in the recognition of facial expressions by recording the eye movements of 13 Western Caucasian and 13 East Asian people when they looked at pictures of expressive faces carefully and put them into categories: happy, sad, surprised, fearful, angry, or neutral. Researchers then compared how correctly they read those facial expressions using particular eye movement strategies. It turned out that Easterners focused much greater attention on the eyes and made many more mistakes than Westerners did. “The cultural difference in eye movements that they show is probably a reflection (反映) of cultural difference in facial expressions,” Jack said. “Our data suggest that while Westerners use the whole face to express feelings, Easterners use the eyes more and the mouth less.” In short, the data show facial expressions don’t mean the same emotions everywhere. Learning how culture shapes these social skills helps us understand human feelings. Otherwise, when it comes to communicating emotions across cultures, Easterners and Westerners will find themselves lost in translation. 1．What does Jack’s research show? A．Westerners pay equal attention to the eyes and the mouth. B．Facial expressions are similar in cross-cultural situations. C．Easterners are better at reading facial expressions. D．Human communication of emotion mainly depends on eyes. 2．What does the underlined word “neglect” mean in Paragraph 3? A．Pay more attention to. B．Not take care of. C．Consider unimportant. D．Fail to notice. 3．What were the people asked to do in the study? A．They were asked to make a face at each other. B．They were asked to tell different facial expressions. C．They were asked to record their eye movements. D．They were asked to draw pictures of expressive faces. 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．The eye as the window to the soul B．Cultural differences in reading emotions C．Effective methods for communication D．Different ways to show emotions 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 JUST ASK （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）How many movies have you seen about space? It looks fun, right? But is it? A lot of readers ask questions about the International Space Station (ISS国际空间站). Today, we’ve answered four of the best ones. Editor: Lily Bailey Q1: What do astronauts do on the International Space Station every day? Answer: They do a lot! They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth. But too much work isn’t good for anyone and we all need a little fun! Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it. If they get stressed, they relax by enjoying the views of our beautiful planet from space. Q2: How much exercise do astronauts do? Answer: Well, quite a lot. Take the astronaut Koichi Wakata for example. He lived on the ISS for 188 days and worked out for at least two hours every day. Some astronauts go jogging! Alan Shepard played moon golf in space. British astronaut Tim Peake even ran a marathon in space in 2016 and set a Guinness World Record. Q3: Does the body change in space? Answer: Yes, it does. Everything in space floats. Imagine sneezing (打喷嚏) in space! This means it’s easy to lift things. Astronauts train a lot on Earth, but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks! These are only a few examples of the problems astronauts can have. Their muscles and hearts lose strength and their bones get weaker. Sometimes, when they get back to Earth, they’re not strong enough to walk! The answer is exercise and not just a little exercise but a lot! Q4: When and how do astronauts sleep? Answer: Good question. We all need to get enough sleep, but in space, with 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets every 24 hours, that’s not easy. Too many changes from day to night make it difficult to know when to sleep. So astronauts have very strict routines and wear special blindfolds to keep from light. 1．Astronauts do a lot of work on the ISS except ________. A．going on space walks B．repairing equipment C．playing games outside D．conducting experiments 2．The underlined word “this” in the third answer refers to ________. A．doing enough exercise B．sneezing in space C．making the body weak D．training on Earth 3．Lily Bailey answered the four questions to ________. A．explain how the ISS was built B．introduce the life on the ISS C．describe the history of space exploration D．list the countries that built the ISS Passage 2 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试）Dindim is a penguin that travels 5,000 miles every year to visit its rescuer. On a typical day, off the coast of a small Brazilian island, Joao Pereira de Souza was heading out fishing. He found surprisingly that an oil spill had polluted the waters badly. Staring out at the waves, he decided it was not a good day to fish. But walking along the beach, he found a struggling penguin, covered by oil and starving. Pereira took the penguin home, gently cleaned it and spent the next week nursing it back to health. He named it Dindim. Dindim is a Magellanic penguin, a species known for living in the seas of South America. In order to breed (繁殖), they must return to Patagonia, 8,000 miles away from Pereira’s home. Pereira patiently took Dindim back to the ocean and taught him how to swim again. Soon enough, it was time for Dindim to return to life in the wild. Pereira watched Dindim swim away, believing it would be the last time he saw him. But the next June, Dindim returned. The two shared a tender beak-to-nose greeting, and Dindim stayed for a month, walking heavily and clumsily (笨拙地) around Pereira’s house. It was time for Dindim to leave, and Pereira thought this surely would be the last time he would see Dindim. But 11 months later, the penguin with a long memory returned again. It is a common belief among scientists that animals have short memories. So a couple of them put a tracking device on Dindim to see if it was indeed the same penguin that returned year after year. To their surprise, Dindim returned, year after year, for more than a decade. Love creates such a deep bond (纽带) that we can’t always explain it. It’s just something we feel, something we long to provide. And when we do, it lasts much longer than we ever expected. 1．What caused Dindim to get hurt? A．A hurricane. B．A fight with Pereira. C．An oil spill. D．An unknown disease. 2．What can we infer from paragraph 4? A．Dindim is a forgetful penguin B．Dindim returned to Pereira for food. C．Pereira wished Dindim not to return. D．Pereira and Dindim loved each other. 3．What did the scientists think of Dindim’s story? A．Surprising. B．Boring. C．Worrying. D．Typical. 4．What does the passage tell us? A．Time and tide wait for no man. B．Success belongs to the persevering. C．Love creates a bond and relationship. D．All things are difficult before they are easy. Passage 3 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies a huge, floating “continent” made not of rock, but of rubbish. Known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, it is a troubling symbol of our modern consumer culture. This “patch” is not a solid island you can walk on. Instead, it is a soup of tiny plastic pieces, fishing nets, and other waste, spread over an area of about 1.6 million square kilometers—twice the size of Texas. How did it get there, and what can be done? Most of the rubbish comes from land, like plastic bags, bottles, and packaging. These items are often blown by wind into rivers, which then carry them to the ocean. Ocean currents (洋流), like a giant moving belt, slowly pull this waste together into one area. This process has been happening for years. The patch now has about 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic, weighing around 79,000 tons. The biggest problem is that plastic does not break down naturally. Instead, sunlight and waves break it down into smaller and smaller pieces called microplastics (微塑料). About 94% of the plastic in the patch is microplastic. These tiny, harmful bits are easily mistaken for food by sea creatures, from tiny fish to huge whales. When a fish eats plastic, the harmful chemicals in the plastic enter its body. As larger fish eat these smaller fish, the chemicals travel up the food chain, finally reaching humans. This causes problems not only for sea life but also for human health. However, there is hope for positive change. The Ocean Cleanup has developed a large floating system designed to collect plastic from the patch. The system does not use nets that may harm sea life; it uses a U-shaped arm that is moved by the wind and waves, naturally concentrating the plastic. A support boat then comes to collect the rubbish. While technology offers a solution, the most important changes must happen on land. We should reduce our use of single-use plastics, improve waste management systems, and use less plastic when making products. These are important long-term plans. As one scientist says, “We can’t just clean up the mess; we have to turn off the tap.” The fight against ocean plastic is not just about cleaning the ocean, but about changing our habits to avoid the problem in the first place. 1．What is the best title for the passage? A．How Plastic Reaches the Sea. B．Helping Sea Animals in Danger. C．A Growing Problem in the Ocean. D．A New Way to Collect Ocean Waste. 2．Why does the floating system prefer to use a U-shaped arm? A．Because it can work without wind. B．Because it does not damage ocean life. C．Because it is cheap and easy to build. D．Because it can move fast in the ocean. 3．What does the phrase “turn off the tap” in the last paragraph suggest? A．We should stop the flow of plastic into the ocean. B．We should use less water while cleaning the ocean. C．We should invent a better way to recycle plastic. D．We should close down all factories near the sea. 4．Which of the following would the writer most likely agree with? A．Technology offers the most important solution to ocean plastic. B．The ocean itself is able to clean up the plastic waste over time. C．Cleaning up the ocean needs to be dealt with as quickly as possible. D．Stopping plastic from entering the ocean is as important as cleaning it. 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （25-26初三下·广州铁一中学·五月学情摸查）Having a hobby is not just about having fun in your free time — it’s also great for your mind and body. Let’s explore the key benefits hobbies bring to your life! An important benefit of hobbies is that they help you focus on the present. When you do activities like painting, gardening, or playing the guitar, you need to pay full attention. This helps you stop thinking about past problems or future worries. When you really lose yourself in these activities, you might not notice time passing. As a result, you will feel less stressed and more clear-headed. Hobbies also improve your ability to solve problems creatively. They often teach you to think outside the box. Practising hobbies is like exercise for your brain. Little by little, you’ll be able to come up with creative ideas in other areas of your life. Besides, following group hobbies or joining clubs helps build social connections. This is very good for your mind because it makes you feel part of a community where people share your interests and support each other. Whether it’s a music club, a local sports team, or a reading group, making friends through shared hobbies can bring you great joy. What’s more, depending on the hobby, you can also experience physical benefits. Activities like playing the piano or making sculptures are excellent for helping your hands and eyes work together better. Some hobbies, like dancing, can make your body more flexible (灵活的). These physical benefits, in turn, give you better health and a sense of achievement. Hobbies benefit our life in many ways, so it’s never too late to develop your favorite hobby. 1．How do hobbies help people solve problems? A．They help people avoid hard problems. B．They encourage people to think in new ways. C．They show people how others solve problems. D．They teach people the steps in solving problems. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Group hobbies can make a person feel accepted. B．Hobbies help improve the body more than the mind. C．Different hobbies provide the same physical health benefits. D．Hobbies benefit people by improving their future job skills. 3．What is the main idea of the fifth paragraph? A．To compare the benefits of different hobbies. B．To explain how hobbies provide physical advantages. C．To show how hobbies about art can be good for health. D．To introduce some hobbies that work like normal exercise. 4．In which part of a magazine can we find this passage most probably? A．Social Life. B．Creative Thinking. C．Personal Life. D．Skill Development. Passage 2 （25-26初三下·广州铁一中学·五月学情摸查）When my daughter Sara was in the fifth grade, she was caught in a rather difficult social problem. One day, she came to me with tears in her eyes, crying out, “My friend Marcy hates me!” She explained, “Kathy was also my friend, but Marcy wanted me to be her only friend.” However, Sara wanted to have other friends as well. Then she said to me, “You should talk to Marcy and tell her that!” I was quite shocked when hearing my daughter’s words. After I thought about her situation for a while, an idea suddenly hit me. I quickly got two baskets from the living room. I told her, “At birth, each person is given a small basket. This small one here is yours, and the larger one belongs to me. As you grow up, your basket will grow bigger, too. You can see that your little basket is inside mine. That’s because when you were just born, there were so many things you couldn’t deal with on your own. I had to do everything that you couldn’t manage for you.” Sara nodded, showing that she understood me. I continued, “As you grew and started to complete tasks by yourself, I began to place a few more things in your basket. For example, when you learned to tie your shoes, that skill went into your basket.” She said softly with a sense of pride, “I can tie my own shoes.” “Exactly. As you grow older, you’ll have to take on more and more tasks all by yourself.” While saying this, I slowly separated her basket from mine and placed it in her hands. “Finally, you will carry your own basket filled with things that only you can do.” She looked up at me, her eyes bright with realization. “I understand. There are some things that I have to do for myself because they are in my basket.” 1．What was Sara’s problem in the fifth grade? A．Her friend didn’t want her to have another friend. B．She wanted to do all the things by herself. C．She didn’t know how to tie her shoes. D．Her mother was very strict with her. 2．What did the mother do after hearing Sara’s problem? A．She talked to Sara’s friends politely. B．She taught Sara useful communication skills. C．She advised Sara to send baskets of gifts to her friends. D．She encouraged Sara to solve the problem by herself. 3．The underlined word “separated” means ________. A．give…to B．put…in C．take…away D．carry…for 4．What did Sara realize at the end of the story? A．Following parents’ advice helps solve problems. B．Solving one’s own problem is a part of growth. C．Communicating correctly helps make more friends. D．Telling the truth is necessary for understanding each other. Passage 3 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模） Book Character Day 10th November, 2026 We hope this event will make you want to read more. Join us and dress up as your favourite book character! What You Can Wear and Bring: ✔clothes that are comfortable and suitable for school X clothes with no sleeves (袖子) ✔shorts or dresses (knee-length)  X hats with sharp edges (尖锐的边缘) or hard parts ✔face paint ✔toy jewellery   X objects used in fighting Activities: The Readers’ Theater Everyone chooses a scene from his or her favourite book. Read and act it out during English lessons. The Story Time with Mr. Jenkins Go to the library during the break and listen to some famous stories. The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll The Fashion Show The best-dressed students in each class will show their amazing costumes on the catwalk. Best-Dressed Student Awards Winner: a ¥200 book coupon (优惠券) 2nd place: a book collection 3rd place: a storybook Note: All students who take part in the show will receive a notebook. 1．Which of the following is allowed on Book Character Day? A． B． C． D． 2．What activity will students take part in during English lessons? A．The Readers’ Theater. B．The Story Time. C．The Fashion Show. D．The Award Ceremony. 3．Who will tell stories during the break? A．Oscar Wilde. B．Hans Christian Andersen. C．Mr. Jenkins. D．Lewis Carroll. Passage 4 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）Alice is a girl who is always hard on herself. After a test, Alice was happy to see she had scored 115 out of 120, until she heard that one of her classmates had scored 117. This made Alice feel worried. She had thought she was a top student, but when she heard that someone had scored higher, she lost her happiness. She began to doubt herself and her abilities, thinking she hadn’t worked hard enough or wasn’t good enough. A few days later, she joined in a speech competition. On that day, when she gave her speech, she didn’t feel satisfied. She began to find problems in her own performance as she listened to other students’ speeches, thinking her pronunciation wasn’t good enough. Jane, her friend, noticed the sad look on her face and asked with concern, “Hey Alice, you look sad. Is everything okay? You know you can share anything with me.” Alice sighed. “I think I am a failure.” “What! Why?” Jane asked in surprise. “Because every time I do something, I never seem to get it right. I don’t know why. I try so hard, but I always mess things up while others do better,” Alice said sadly. Jane listened patiently and said, “Alice, have you ever heard of ‘Comparison is the thief of joy’?” Alice frowned(皱眉) a little. “Umm... no, I don’t think I have.” Jane smiled, “It means that when you compare yourself with others, it ruins your happiness and makes you doubt your own efforts. The only person you should compare yourself with is your past self. Tell me, did you deliver this speech better than your last one?” Alice thought for a moment and said, “Yes.” “Exactly,” said Jane. “You shouldn’t compare yourself with others but with yourself. If you did better, be proud of yourself. And if you didn’t, don’t be too strict with yourself — just try to do better next time.” Alice listened to her friend and understood her problem. Gradually, she started feeling proud of her small achievements, and that also made her admire others for their success. 1．How did Alice feel when she heard the score 117? A．Excited. B．Satisfied. C．Unhappy. D．Calm. 2．What is the correct order of the following events? ①Alice had a talk with Jane. ②Alice scored 115 in a test. ③Alice began to doubt herself. ④Alice felt proud of her small achievements. ⑤Alice joined in a speech competition. A．④-②-①-③-⑤ B．②-③-④-①-⑤ C．④-①-⑤-②-③ D．②-③-⑤-①-④ 3．Which words can best describe Jane? A．Brave and active. B．Patient and helpful. C．Humorous and hard-working. D．Responsible and strong-willed. 4．Which is the main lesson of the story? A．There’s no need to admire others for their success. B．Talking with friends can drive worries away. C．Comparison lets people know more about themselves. D．Focusing on one’s own progress is more important. Passage 5 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）One day, when my mom and I arrived at the dance studio, I found I had left one of my dance shoes at home. I secretly hoped I could skip (不参加) the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage. However, Mom told me Ms. Ling had some old shoes I could borrow. I found a pair that was a size bigger for me and hurried into the classroom, feeling very embarrassed (尴尬的). Ms. Ling announced that there were only four practices left before the final show. That evening before bed, I said to Mom, “I want to quit dancing. Can I learn to play the piano or the guitar instead?” I could imagine Mom’s answer: “Finish what you agreed to do before you start something new.” It was one of her favorite sayings. That was why I was surprised when she said, “I’m going to allow you to decide for yourself this time.” “Really?” I looked at Mom wide-eyed. “But what will your dance partner do if you quit?” she asked. “She won’t mind,” I said. “I don’t think she even knows my name.” The following Friday, my dog Mattie was sick. I decided to quit dancing and looked after Mattie at home. It was quiet and relaxing, nothing like the pressure of performing on stage. The following Saturday, I met my dance partner at a book sale. She smiled gently and said, “Hi, Kami. Where were you yesterday?” “Um, my dog was sick and I took care of her.” It was true, but it sounded like a lie. We talked for a while. I was shocked that she knew my name. I learned that her name was Sylvia. She told me she loved dancing but she was nervous about the show, because her grandmother was going to fly from her hometown to watch her dance. I comforted her and said we would both be fine. After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, “I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.” Just then, I remembered I had found my missing shoe under my bed. Although I was still a little nervous, I wasn’t doing it just for myself. 1．Why did the writer want to skip the dance practice at first? A．Because she didn’t like her dance partner. B．Because she wanted to learn to play the piano or the guitar instead. C．Because she lost her dance shoes. D．Because she found the practice too hard and she was afraid of performing. 2．What made Kami decide to go back to the dance class? A．She missed her dance teacher. B．She loved practicing dancing very much. C．She was asked to keep dancing by her mom. D．She didn’t want to leave her partner Sylvia alone. 3．How did Kami’s feelings change according to the passage? A．angry→shocked→relaxed B．embarrassed→shocked→determined C．tired→embarrassed→angry D．surprised→embarrassed→relaxed 4．What can we infer from the story? A．Sylvia didn’t know the writer at all. B．Kami learned the meaning of being there for others. C．Ms. Ling would ask Kami to leave the dance class. D．The writer’s mom was strict and never listened to her. 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）2026 Guangdong City Football League (Yue Chao) Come and feel the energy of football! From April 25 to October, teams from 21 cities in Guangdong will play hard for their hometowns.League Highlights Common People Only Tickets ● Professional players are not allowed. This includes anyone who has played for a professional club in the last 3 years. ● 826 players from different jobs: students (41%), teachers, and even shop owners. ● It is a real “Game for the City”. ● Tickets for common games only cost 8.8 yuan. ● Fans need to enter a random lottery (抽奖) on WeChat to win the chance of buying tickets. New Experiences this Season We bring more than just football to the stadium: For Players: Those who perform well (like scoring a “hat-trick”) will receive performance rewards. For Fans: Some cities will give out team products like jerseys (球服) to audience for free when their local teams are playing games. For Families: To share the holiday spirit, special activities are held during May Day and other festivals to make your visit a mini-vacation. Important Dates First Game: April 25 at Yuexiushan Stadium (Guangzhou vs. Jiangmen) Next Round (knockout): Starts in late August The Final Match: Held in late October Note: hat-trick: a player scores three goals in one game knockout: a type of competition in which only the winning players or teams at each stage continue to play until there is only one winner 1．Which one of them can we probably see playing on the field in Yue Chao? A．A PE teacher who played for a professional club until December 2024. B．A 21-year-old college student who plays for the national youth team. C．A local firefighter who hasn’t been in any professional club before. D．A shop owner who wants to buy an 8.8-yuan ticket to play in the Final. 2．What is new about this football season? A．You can watch the game for free if you win the lottery. B．The player who scores a goal will be awarded. C．The prices of the tickets are the same for all matches. D．Fans will probably get some gifts when they watch games. 3．What do we know about the dates of the games? A．The first game starts in early April. B．The games will last for over half a year. C．The knockout stages are only in August. D．The final match is held during the National Day. Passage 2 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Lei Diansheng is a famous Chinese explorer and environmental protector. Born in 1963 in a small village near Harbin, he is called “the modern Xu Xiake” for his great journey. Before starting his trip, he spent 10 years preparing—he did daily long runs to build up his strength and read many books on wild survival to learn how to deal with dangers. From 1998 to 2008, Lei spent 10 years walking across China. He walked about 81,000 kilometers—almost twice around the equator (赤道)! During the trip, he wore out 52 pairs of shoes and lost 19 toenails. Once, he even had to eat snake meat to stay alive in the Shennongjia Forest. He faced many dangers, like mudslides (泥石流) and wolf attacks, but he never gave up. In 2008 he made history by walking alone through the Lop Nur Desert—a dry, dangerous place. He walked 1,100 kilometers in 31 days and became the first person to do that alone. Lei didn’t just walk for fun. He visited all 56 ethnic groups (民族) in China, took 40,000 photos and wrote 3.2 million words in his notes. These notes became a “living record” of Chinese culture and nature. He also helped others during his trip—he gave money to poor students and joined in flood rescue (抗洪) work in Hunan Province. Now, Lei still works for nature and education. He leads teams to study the environment, like protecting the source of the Yangtze River. Last year, he took a group of scientists to collect water samples there. He also works with traditional artists to turn his travel notes into art, so more people can learn about environmental protection. For students, he organizes hiking camps in Heilongjiang’s forests, where kids learn to identify wild plants and understand local ethnic cultures. Lei’s story tells us: True adventure is not just about walking far. It’s about loving our land and protecting it. 1．Why is Lei called “the modern Xu Xiake”? A．Because he was born near Harbin. B．Because he made a great walking journey. C．Because he lived exactly the same as Xu Xiake did 400 years ago. D．Because he likes reading Xu Xiake’s books. 2．What can we know about Lei Diansheng’s 10-year journey? A．He walked around the equator twice. B．He wore 52 pairs of new shoes. C．He faced many dangers but kept going. D．He finished his trip in 2000. 3．What is the correct order of Lei Diansheng’s life events according to the passage? ① He became the first person to walk alone through the Lop Nur Desert. ② He spent 10 years preparing for his journey across China. ③ He had to eat snake meat to stay alive in the Shennongjia Forest. ④ He led a group of scientists to collect water samples at the source of the Yangtze River. ⑤ He started his 10-year journey walking across China. A．②⑤③①④ B．②⑤③④① C．⑤②③①④ D．⑤③②④① 4．What can we infer from Lei’s work now? A．He only cares about the Yangtze River. B．His travel notes are turned to art completely by himself. C．He wants more people to protect nature. D．He organizes hiking camps where kids learn about art. Passage 3 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Do you know the five main senses we have? They are touch, taste, sight, smell and hearing. They are controlled by different parts of our brains. So we call the brain our built-in “BeiDou”. Brains help our bodies work smoothly. Try this: close your eyes and touch your nose. It’s easy, right? That’s because our brains can receive messages about where our body parts are. We can also stand on one leg without falling down. If we lose our balance, our brains will give us orders to fix it. Brains are also life-saving heroes. Tests show that people see spider pictures faster than flowers. Some researchers also found that people react (作出反应) to loud noises faster than to a friend’s voice. Scientists aren’t completely sure about the reasons. Some suggest that this skill might come from ancient times. Our ancestors were often faced with predators. So they had to protect themselves from dangerous animals like spiders and tigers, or they would lose their lives. Until today, we still jump at sudden noises or shadows (影子) in dark rooms. Here is more about the brain. Can you imagine seeing colors when you hear music, or tasting candy when you see the sunshine? It’s called sense mixing. Scientists think this happens when different senses intermingle (相互交织). Another fact is that temperature sometimes influences our senses. Some people can feel storms coming through with knee pain. So we often joke that we’re “human weather apps”. Also, our brains are able to make adjustments (调整) to some senses. If someone can’t see well, his hearing or touch might become stronger. Though scientists have done much research on the brain, there’s still a lot to do. Have you ever wondered why some people are better at sports? What’s the secret to improving memory? Then it’s time for you to start your discovery journey. 1．What do the two examples in the first paragraph show? A．Human brains are different. B．Brains help our bodies work well. C．People have many living habits. D．Humans can touch their noses easily. 2．Which animal in the following is probably a “predator”? A．A lion. B．A sheep. C．A deer. D．A butterfly. 3．According to paragraph 3, what might happen if your senses mix? A．You can tie your shoes without looking. B．You taste sweetness when seeing a rainbow. C．You jump when someone shouts suddenly. D．You feel pain in your knees before the rain comes. 4．What is the writing purpose of the last paragraph? A．To improve people’s memory. B．To show the value of our brains. C．To encourage brain studies. D．To admire scientists’ efforts. Passage 4 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Guangzhou Embroidery, or Guangxiu, is one of China’s four famous embroidery styles. With a history of over 1,000 years, this traditional craft is known for its bright colors, lively patterns, and 3-D appearance. However, like many traditional arts, it was once in danger of disappearing. In the past, learning Guangxiu required many years of practice. Young people found it too difficult and time-consuming, so fewer and fewer wanted to learn it. By the early 2000s, only a few elderly masters still knew the skills. The craft was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (非遗) in 2006, which helped draw attention to its value. Today, a new generation is bringing Guangxiu back to life. Art schools in Guangzhou now offer courses in traditional embroidery. Students learn not only the basic stitches (针法) but also how to design modern patterns. One such artist is Chen Yushan, a 24-year-old designer who combines Guangxiu with fashion design. Her embroidered jackets and bags have become popular among young people. Technology is also playing a role in protecting this traditional art. Digital tools allow artists to record and share traditional patterns online. On TikTok, some Guangxiu artists teach users basic embroidery skills through short videos step by step. “We want to make Guangxiu easy to understand for everyone,” says one of the artists. The revival (复兴) of Guangxiu shows that traditional crafts can still be meaningful in modern life. By adding new ideas while protecting traditional skills, young artists are making sure that this thousand-year-old art form will continue for a long time. 1．What can we learn about Guangxiu from the passage? A．Many people liked it around the year 2000. B．It has been a cultural heritage for 1000 years. C．It is the most famous embroidery style in China. D．Young people showed little interest in learning it. 2．What does the example of Chen Yushan mainly show? A．Artists can make money through embroidery. B．Traditional skills can be made popular in new ways. C．Young people are more interested in fashion design. D．Embroidery is becoming more popular than other arts. 3．How do some Guangxiu artists make this traditional art simple? A．By showing their embroidery works to the public. B．By designing modern embroidery courses for art schools. C．By sharing embroidery methods through short videos online. D．By recording traditional embroidery patterns with digital tools. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards the future of Guangxiu? A．Doubtful. B．Hopeful. C．Worried. D．Satisfied. Passage 5 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Are you tired of your daily routine? Have a look at our exciting list of holidays right here in China and decide what type of adventure you’d like. Activity holidays Our activity holidays are for everyone—people who love excitement or simply enjoy outdoor sports. We have a wide choice of water, snow and desert activities. You can go underwater diving in Sanya, Hainan Province, or try exciting boat trips on the small rivers of the Yangtze. If you prefer snow, head to the ski resorts in Zhangjiakou, where the 2022 Winter Olympics were held. Polar (极地)-style trips No need to travel to the ends of the earth—explore China’s own “polar” areas! Take a cruise on the frozen Songhua River in Harbin, where ice and snow turn the city into a winter wonderland. Visit the amazing glaciers of the Qilian Mountains in Gansu, or discover the large snowy fields in the Altay Mountains of Xinjiang. A truly unforgettable experience within our own country! Cultural journeys Our cultural journeys will help you discover ancient civilizations (文明): Dunhuang, Lhasa, Xi’an and many more. Visit the Mogao Caves with thousands of Buddhist paintings, the Potala Palace standing high on the Red Hill, or the Terracotta Warriors guarding the tomb (陵墓) of China’s first emperor. Remember to bring your camera! Get to know local ways of life by exploring lively markets in Xinjiang, tasting handmade noodles in Gansu, and chatting with local people on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. Wildlife holidays We organize small-group tours to get closer to nature in China’s wild west and south. Go on a wildlife trip in the Wolong Nature Reserve to watch giant pandas in their bamboo forest. Look for golden monkeys in the Shennongjia forests of Hubei. Take a boat trip on the Caohai Lake in Guizhou to see rare black-necked cranes. We use local guides and offer different accommodation, from tents in grasslands to wooden houses by the lake. 1．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To explain how to plan a trip to different places. B．To compare different types of outdoor activities. C．To introduce the popular places of interest in China. D．To encourage people to try risk-taking trips in China. 2．What can you learn from the four types of travel? A．Adventure travel usually costs a lot of money. B．China provides rich nature, culture and adventure. C．Cultural journeys are more meaningful than others. D．Go to try polar trips first for an unforgettable trip. 3．What does the underlined word “accommodation” mean in the last paragraph? A．Places to live or stay. B．Food and drinks. C．Local travel guides. D．Means of transport. 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）Imagine you are taking a long trip to space with your pet. How do you both stay healthy in tough conditions such as microgravity (微重力)? On Oct 31, 2025, China sent four mice into space on Shenzhou XXI. This was the first time that China had sent mice into space for research. Earlier, China had sent other small animals like zebrafish (斑马鱼) and fruit flies. After the mice returned with the Shenzhou XXI spaceship, preliminary observations (初步观察) showed that the mice adapted well to the microgravity environment. Scientists would do more studies to learn how space changed the mice’s bodies. This would help them know more about space’s influence on living things. Mice are perfect for space research because they share genetic (基因的) similarities with humans. And they are small, so they need little room on the spaceship. What is more, they grow quickly and live only about two years. For example, six months in space for a mouse is like more than ten years for a human. This allows scientists to learn about long-term space effects on humans in just months, rather than years. Internationally, sending animals to space began in the late 1940s. At first, scientists wanted to see if life could survive in space. Today, studies break new ground — their focus is not just on survival, but also on illnesses on Earth. For example, they have found a way to slow bone (骨头) loss and help new bones grow. This useful discovery not only helps astronauts stay healthy in space, but also gives hope to people with bone problems on Earth. Also, if people live on other planets one day, we can’t live without animals. Besides being friends, animals help keep nature in order. To make this possible, scientists will carry out more space animal studies in the coming years, trying to solve more problems and make space travel safer for all living things. 1．When did China send four mice into space? A．In the late 1940s. B．On Oct 31, 2025. C．On Nov 14, 2025. D．We don’t know. 2．Why are mice perfect for space research? ①They share genetic similarities with humans. ②They are small and need little room. ③They grow quickly and live a short life. A．①② B．①③ C．②③ D．①②③ 3．What does the underlined phrase “break new ground” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Avoid mistakes in research. B．Make new discoveries. C．Share ideas with other groups. D．Use old ways to solve problems. 4．What will probably be talked about next? A．Plans for future space animal research. B．Results of past space animal research. C．Methods to feed animals in space. D．Research on plants instead of animals. Passage 2 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）Have you ever imagined a garbage burning factory does not have enough rubbish to burn? In some cities, this is becoming true. In the past, people made too much rubbish. Cities built waste-to-energy factories to burn rubbish and make electricity. But now, some factories get less daily household waste. They are becoming “hungry”. This is actually good news for us. Why does this happen? Because waste recycling works well today. People sort their rubbish carefully; kitchen waste can be made into fertilizer (肥料), while plastic, paper, glass and metal can be used again. There is less leftover rubbish to burn. Besides, people learn to cut down waste and reuse things in daily life. Even so, waste-to-energy factories are still useful. Here is how they work: * Arriving: Trucks put rubbish into a big storage area. A machine mixes it up. * Reacting: Then the rubbish goes into a hot oven with a temperature over 850°C． ▲ Heat causes a burning reaction here. Natural waste such as food, paper and wood reacts with oxygen (O2), breaking down to give off heat, carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapor (H2O). The high-pressure vapor makes a machine called a turbine (涡轮) run fast. The fast-moving turbine is connected to another machine to make electricity. * Cleaning the smoke: Before smoke goes into the air, cleaners make it clean. About 90% of the waste at the beginning is gone. The ash (灰) left can be used for building houses, and metal in the ash can be collected and recycled again. Good points: It cuts down waste greatly, saves ground space for rubbish, makes electricity and collects metal for reuse. Bad points: Burning rubbish still makes CO₂ gas. What’s more, people may think burning can solve all problems and forget to reduce and reuse waste first. Right recycling is the most useful way to protect our home. The future will be a greener world where no waste is left useless. 1．What can people do with kitchen waste according to the passage? A．It can be made into fertilizer. B．It can be sold for money. C．It can be kept in storage forever. D．It can be used to clean water. 2．Which sentence can be put into ▲ in Paragraph 6? A．This is where math is recorded! B．This is where chemistry happens! C．This is where physics takes control! D．This is where biology starts working! 3．Why are the good and bad points included in the passage? A．Because they show the writer’s personal feelings. B．Because they tell readers what to do immediately. C．Because they give a balanced and complete opinion. D．Because they make the passage longer and easier to read. 4．What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To warn people not to build rubbish-burning factories. B．To teach students how to sort kitchen waste at home. C．To explain how a turbine works to make electricity. D．To introduce garbage factories and ways to deal with waste. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题3 阅读理解 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）David felt no joy. It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends. Every time he went up to his classmates, he found a closed circle. The football team had enough players. The art club was full. Everyone had their own groups. During break, he saw some classmates throwing darts and counting the holes on a dartboard. David wondered what they were doing but he couldn’t find the courage to ask. The next day was the Class Fun Day. There were circles all around David. Big, bright hula hoops (呼啦圈). Suddenly someone shouted, “Look at David’s hula hoop.” David had brought an old bicycle tyre (轮胎).He wanted to disappear. Again, he could feel the circle closing, leaving him out. The other children ran out to play. David was left alone. “Why are you in class, David?” Mr Wilson, his maths teacher, asked. “They laughed at my ugly circle,” David replied. “Ah David,” the teacher said. “It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside. Just like pi (π).” Mr Wilson picked up David’s tyre and a big, shiny hula hoop. “Divide the length of the circumference (周长) of this hula hoop by its diameter (直径),” Mr Wilson said. David got 3.14768. “Great! Now divide the circumference of your tyre by its diameter.” David got 3.1463. Mr Wilson smiled. “When we divide the circumference of any circle by its diameter, the number we get is always about 3.14. This is called pi. Whether it is a shiny hula hoop or an old tyre, you will find pi.” David understood what Mr Wilson was trying to tell him. When it came to the laws of maths, his tyre was just as good as a shiny hula hoop. He realized that circles may appear to be closed but they had an open mystery (奥秘) inside them. Then he read a book about pi. In the afternoon, he saw a younger group of children playing a game at the dartboard. “I’m David,” he said. “I read about pi. I know what this is.” The children formed a circle around David. He counted the holes and started doing the maths. The answer was 3.14159. There was a loud cheer. David was finally part of a circle. He felt a sense of wonder. 1．Why did David feel unhappy in his new school at first? A．He was bad at all school subjects. B．He had no friends to play with. C．He disliked his new classmates. D．He failed to join the maths club. 2．How did David become part of a circle? A．By asking the teacher for help. B．By bringing an old bicycle tyre. C．By sharing his maths knowledge. D．By showing his dart-throwing skills. 3．Which of the following has the same meaning as the underlined word? A．The children matter more to her than anything else in the world. B．There is something the matter with my eyes. C．What’s the matter with you? D．All matter is made up of tiny things. 4．What does the writer mainly want to tell us? A．Growth takes time. B．Not everything is as it looks. C．Happiness lies in small things. D．Learning is a lifelong journey. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．B 【导语】这是一个关于用内在的知识和价值打破偏见、融入集体的温暖故事，传递了“外表不重要，内在才是关键”的主题。 【详解】1．文章第一段“It was his second week at the new school but he still had no friends.”（这是他在新学校的第二周，但他仍然没有朋友），完全对应选项B“He had no friends to play with.”（他没有朋友一起玩）。 1．文章结尾部分描述：David主动加入了飞镖游戏，分享了自己学到的关于圆周率（pi）的数学知识，通过计算飞镖盘的孔得出了圆周率的数值，赢得了同学们的欢呼，终于融入了大家。故选C。 2．文中划线句“It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside.”（重要的不是外表，而是内在），这里的matter是动词，意为“要紧、重要”。A选项的意思是“孩子对她来说比什么都重要”，matter作动词，意为“要紧、重要”，和原文用法一致。B和C选项中matter是名词，意为“问题、麻烦”。D选项matter是名词，意为“物质”。 3．文章的核心主题是老师说的那句话：It’s not what’s on the outside that matters. It’s what’s inside.（重要的不是外表，而是内在），以及David从被排斥到靠内在知识融入集体的故事。故选B。 Passage 2 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）China will officially start a brand-new spring break for primary and junior high school students across the country in 2026. Different from traditional festivals and holidays, this special vacation is made to give teenagers more time to relax and free themselves from heavy schoolwork. A number of provinces, such as Sichuan, Jiangsu and Anhui, have already worked out clear plans for the spring break. All over the country, the holiday lasts two to three days. To make better use of the holiday time, some local schools plan it right before the Qingming Festival, while others put it together with the May Day holiday. In this way, students can enjoy a longer vacation of up to eight days. The new spring break is more than just a time for rest. It helps students get close to nature and reduce their study pressure effectively. At the same time, it gives students a good chance for family gatherings and short trips. Besides, many local museums and scenic spots offer free entry to student visitors during the break, to encourage more students to go outside and take part in outdoor activities. This new holiday policy (政策) fully shows the great progress in China’s education development. We are also deeply thankful to our motherland, which brings Chinese people a more colorful, healthier and happier life. 1．What is the passage mainly about? A．A new holiday policy. B．The call of nature. C．The development of education. D．Good news for students. 2．What can be inferred about the new spring break from Paragraph 2? A．It is set on the same date every year across the country. B．It is put together with the Qingming Festival in all provinces. C．It is arranged in different ways in different provinces. D．It is planned to last for at least eight days in all provinces. 3．Which of the following is NOT the purpose of the spring break? A．To offer free visits to local museums. B．To reduce students’ study pressure. C．To hope for more family gatherings. D．To encourage outdoor activities. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards the spring break? A．Worried and doubtful. B．Interested and curious. C．Surprised and disappointed. D．Positive and supportive. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了2026年面向中小学生推行的春假政策。 【详解】5．根据文章开头“China will officially start a brand-new spring break for primary and junior high school students across the country in 2026.”及下文内容可知，全文围绕2026年推行的春假政策展开，介绍了其安排方式、意义和社会配套举措等相关内容，A选项符合文章主旨。 1．第二段“To make better use of the holiday time, some local schools plan it right before the Qingming Festival, while others put it together with the May Day holiday.”介绍了一些学校春假安排在清明节前，另一些学校则与五一节合并，由此可见不同省份的春假安排方式各不相同。 2．第三段“Besides, many local museums and scenic spots offer free entry to student visitors during the break”介绍了许多当地博物馆和景点春假期间对学生游客提供免费入场，这属于政府推出的配套举措，并非春假设立的目的。 3．根据最后一段“This new holiday policy fully shows the great progress...healthier and happier life.”可知，春假体现了教育发展的进步，作者也表达了感激之情，可见作者对该政策持积极、支持的态度。 Passage 3 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）Winter Solstice (冬至) is Amy’s favorite day of the year. Guests at her house enjoy songs and stories well into the night. But Amy’s favorite part has always been making snow angels with Grandpa at noon. When they were standing over the angels, their shadows would look like two skinny huge men with wings. But this year is different. One shadow is missing. Amy feels very sad. Uncle Bert has arrived. He greets Amy with a hug. “Amaze us with your violin tonight, Amy?” Amy holds her breath. Her violin reminds her of Grandpa. She hasn’t picked it up for weeks. “You know Amy doesn’t like a listener, Bert,” says Amy’s mom. “Kids change,” Uncle Bert smiles. “I have a gift for you, Amy.” He hands Amy a case. “It’s Grandpa’s violin.” Amy opens the case. She touches the familiar image of a sun carved into the violin’s neck, fingering the song Grandpa taught her. Grandpa said ancient people thought the earth was flat and the sun stood still on Winter Solstice. Amy feels her heart stands still. How can we have solstice without Grandpa’s song? The sun starts setting. All guests have arrived, talking and laughing. For a moment, Amy thinks she hears Grandpa’s voice. But it’s only Uncle Bert sounding like him. Soon, it turns dark. Dad starts the bonfire. The celebration will begin. Grandpa was always first. When the bonfire began, he’d step onto the chair and play his favorite song, Sweet Angels Come Nearer. Amy would get a warm feeling. Amy knows the sun will start rising and setting tomorrow, but she feels lost without Grandpa’s song. Someone needs to play it. But who will? Dad tells a story. Aunt Bea sings. Simon reads a poem. In a moment of quiet, Amy’s hand shoots into the air. “Amy? You’d like to share, too?” Dad asked. She steps up onto the chair, hands shaking. She takes a breath and turns her back to the fire, imagining no one is watching. One shaky note. Another. She imagines Grandpa playing the same violin. Her notes become stronger.     As she plays, a voice rises behind her, singing the words to Grandpa’s song. It’s Uncle Bert. Mom joins in. Then Dad, Simon, Aunt Bea. Voices enlarge. Grandpa’s violin rises. Amy feels the love of her family encircle her, warm like sunshine. 1．What can be inferred about Amy before Uncle Bert’s arrival? A．She avoided playing the violin to keep her painful memories asleep. B．She wanted to show her progress in violin to the guests. C．She found it too difficult to play the violin without Grandpa’s help. D．She was waiting for a better violin to replace her old one. 2．How long did Amy’s struggle in her mind last on that day? A．From the moment she made snow angels until the bonfire started. B．From Uncle Bert’s arrival until she finally stood onto the chair. C．From the start of the songs until Dad told a story. D．From the sun setting until the voices of her family enlarged. 3．Why did Amy’s notes become “stronger” during her performance? A．She realized that Uncle Bert’s voice was exactly like Grandpa’s. B．She was pretending that no one was watching her in the quiet hall. C．The sun image on the violin’s neck gave her physical strength. D．She connected with Grandpa’s spirit through their shared instrument. 4．Which of the following best describes the “warmth” Amy felt in the end? A．The heat coming from the bonfire started by her father. B．The excitement of becoming the center of that night. C．The power of family support and cultural heritage. D．The happiness of finishing a difficult task she had to do. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文主要讲述了冬至这天，因爷爷离世而不愿碰小提琴的埃米，在收到爷爷的旧琴后，鼓起勇气演奏起爷爷生前最爱的乐曲，最终在家人的陪伴与合唱中走出悲伤，感受到浓浓的亲情与温暖。 【详解】9．第五段指出“Her violin reminds her of Grandpa. She hasn’t picked it up for weeks.”，这把小提琴总会让她想起爷爷，她已经好几周没有碰过它了。 1．第四，五段指出“Uncle Bert has arrived. He greets Amy with a hug. ‘Amaze us with your violin tonight, Amy?’ Amy holds her breath.”，第十六段指出“She steps up onto the chair, hands shaking.”，从叔叔到访提议演奏开始，埃米一直陷入犹豫、难过、不知所措的心理挣扎，直到颤抖着双手、站上椅子表演，挣扎才结束。 2．第十六段指出“One shaky note. Another. She imagines Grandpa playing the same violin. Her notes become stronger.”，起初琴声发颤，而后她想象着爷爷正握着这把琴演奏，琴声渐渐变得有力。 3．第十八段指出“Voices enlarge. Grandpa’s violin rises. Amy feels the love of her family encircle her, warm like sunshine.”，声音渐渐变大。爷爷的小提琴声悠扬升起。艾米感受到家人的爱如阳光般温暖地环绕着她。 Passage 4 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Mrs. Rachel Lynde had come to see the orphan (孤儿) girl. After staring at Anne from head to toe, she said, “You’re terribly thin! Did anyone ever see hair as red as carrots?” Anne’s face turned red. “How dare you!” she cried, hitting the floor with her foot. “I hate you! You are a rude, unkind woman!” Then she ran upstairs and shut the door hard. That evening, Anne’s guardian (监护人) Matthew went quietly upstairs. “Anne,” he said, “don’t you think you’d better do it and get it over with? Mrs. Lynde will never give in.” Anne thought for a moment. “I think I could do it if it would please you, Matthew. It would be true enough to say I am sorry, because I am sorry now. I wasn’t a bit sorry last night. I was so angry that I could not sleep. But this morning it was over.” “You’ll feel better after,” said Matthew. “You’ll soon forget it.” The next afternoon, they went to Mrs. Lynde’s. When they entered, Anne suddenly went down on her knees before the surprised Mrs. Rachel and held out her hands. “Oh, Mrs. Lynde,” she cried, “I am really sorry. I could never express all my sadness—no, not if I used up a whole dictionary. I was very bad to you, and I have let down Matthew, who has let me stay here. It was very wrong of me to get so angry because you told me the truth. My hair is red, and I am skinny and not pretty. What I said to you was true too, but I should not have said it. Oh, Mrs. Lynde, please forgive me. If you refuse, it will be a lifelong sadness to a poor little orphan girl.” “There, there, get up, child,” Mrs. Lynde said heartily. “Of course I forgive you. I guess I was a little too hard on you, anyway.” As they walked home, Matthew looked at Anne. “You said all that from the bottom of your heart, didn’t you?” Anne nodded. “Yes, Matthew. And I’ve learned something. It gives you such a lovely, comfortable feeling to apologize and be forgiven.” 1．Why did Anne become very angry with Mrs. Lynde? A．Because Mrs. Lynde looked at her in a rude way. B．Because Mrs. Lynde refused to let Matthew see her. C．Because Mrs. Lynde said she could not stay at the house. D．Because Mrs. Lynde made impolite comments on her look. 2．What made Anne change her attitude about apologizing? A．Mrs. Lynde came and said sorry to her first. B．She was afraid of being sent away from the house. C．She calmed down and wanted to make Matthew happy. D．Matthew told her that Mrs. Lynde would punish her. 3．How did Anne apologize to Mrs. Lynde? A．She asked Matthew to go with her and speak for her. B．She made big moves and used strong words to say sorry. C．She stood at the door and said sorry in a very quiet voice. D．She wrote Mrs. Lynde a letter and asked her to forgive her. 4．What did Anne learn from the experience? A．One should hide one’s true feelings. B．Don’t tell the truth about one’s looks. C．Admitting a mistake can bring peace inside. D．Orphan children often try hard to please adults. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文选自《绿山墙的安妮》，讲述了安妮因林德太太对她外貌的评论而发怒，后在马修的劝导下主动登门道歉，并获得原谅的故事，从中体会到道歉与宽恕带来的内心平静。 【详解】13．第一段中，林德太太对安妮说：“You’re terribly thin! Did anyone ever see hair as red as carrots?” 这是对外貌的不礼貌评论。安妮听后“face turned red”并愤怒回应。因此安妮生气的原因是林德太太对她的长相发表了不礼貌的评论。 1．第三段中，马修劝安妮去道歉：“don’t you think you’d better do it and get it over with?” 以及第四段中安妮回答：“I think I could do it if it would please you, Matthew.” 说明她冷静下来后，为了让马修高兴而改变态度。 2．第六段描述安妮道歉时的举动：“Anne suddenly went down on her knees before the surprised Mrs. Rachel and held out her hands.” 随后她用强烈而夸张的语言表达歉意。因此她通过大动作和强烈的语言来道歉。 3．文章最后一句安妮说：“It gives you such a lovely, comfortable feeling to apologize and be forgiven.” 说明她从中体会到承认错误能带来内心的平静与舒适。 Passage 5 （24-25初三下·广州第二中学·第三阶段学情反馈）Most people ask when my love for nature began. I find the question difficult to answer. As far back as I can remember, nature has simply been part of me. I was lucky to grow up with a supportive family and a close connection with nature. My name is Jane Goodall. I was born in London, England in 1934. By the time I was ten, I made up my mind that one day I would live with wild animals in Africa. At the time, this dream seemed silly. Scientific careers were not considered suitable for girls, and studies of animals in the wild were almost unheard of. The idea was also thought to be dangerous. Yet, even as a child, I knew what I wanted, and I was determined to work hard, take every chance, and never give up. I held onto that belief. Although I did well at school, my family couldn’t afford to send me to university, so I took a typing course and worked in London. Years later, that practical training turned out to be quite useful. When a friend invited me to Kenya, I saved enough money to go. There, I met Louis Leakey, who was looking for a new assistant. My preparation and love for African wildlife earned me not only the job, but also a chance to study chimpanzees in the wild. The work was far from easy. In the early months, the chimpanzees ran away at the sight of me. Then one of them gradually lost his fear. Through him, I found something surprising: he made tools out of grass stems. At the time, tool-making was considered something only humans could do. This discovery drew worldwide attention. After two years, Dr. Leakey said he’d got me a place in Cambridge. What upset me most was that scientists there said I’d done everything wrong. I shouldn’t have given the chimpanzees names. I shouldn’t talk about their personalities or emotions, either — because at the time, these qualities were believed to be unique (独特的) to humans. Instead of doubting myself, I chose to stand by what I had seen and felt. I knew from my experience that these animals were far more complex than people thought. I refused to stay silent about the truth I had discovered. Thanks to both the 98.6% DNA similarity between humans and chimpanzees and my years of careful research on their behavior, the scientists had to give up the long-held idea that humans are the only beings who can feel and experience the world. What began as a little girl’s dream grew into a life’s work that changed how we see our place in nature. 1．Why did Jane’s dream of studying wild animals in Africa seem impossible at that time? A．Jane’s family was too worried to send her there. B．It was not common for girls to take up scientific jobs. C．Scientists had already studied wild animals in Africa. D．Wild animals there were not friendly to people. 2．What can we learn about the writer’s experience in Cambridge? A．Her mother advised her to listen to and accept others’ opinions. B．The writer regretted going to Cambridge to further her study. C．Scientists in Cambridge all disagreed with her research findings. D．The writer stuck to her own belief and challenged traditional ideas. 3．Which of the following best describes the writer? A．Brave and strong-minded. B．Smart and creative. C．Hardworking and helpful. D．Curious and imaginative. 4．What is the passage mainly about? A．How Jane Goodall turned her love for nature into key scientific discoveries. B．Why Jane Goodall made up her mind to closely study wild animals in Africa. C．What Jane Goodall discovered about chimpanzees through her field research. D．How Jane Goodall’s family supported her through every difficulty she faced. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 4．A 【导语】本文讲述了珍·古道尔如何克服社会偏见和科学界的质疑，通过坚持观察与研究，改变了人类对动物情感及自身在自然中地位的认识。 【详解】17．根据第二段关键句“Scientific careers were not considered suitable for girls, and studies of animals in the wild were almost unheard of”，说明当时科学职业被认为不适合女孩，而且在野外研究动物几乎是闻所未闻的，故当时女孩从事科学工作并不常见，这使得她的梦想看起来不可能。 1．根据第五段关键句“Instead of doubting myself, I chose to stand by what I had seen and felt. ... I refused to stay silent about the truth I had discovered”，说明她没有怀疑自己，而是选择坚持她所看到和感受到的……她拒绝对她发现的真相保持沉默。所以，作者在剑桥期间坚持自己的信念，挑战了当时的传统观念。 2．通读全文可知，简·古道尔在面对当时社会对女性的偏见、野外工作的危险以及学术界的质疑时，始终坚定信念，永不放弃（“never give up”），并敢于坚持真理（“refused to stay silent”）。这体现了她勇敢（Brave）和意志坚强（strong-minded）的品质。 3．文章第一段引出简·古道尔对自然的热爱，随后讲述了她如何克服困难实现梦想，在非洲进行研究并取得关键发现（如黑猩猩制造工具），最终改变了科学界对人类地位的看法，所以“简·古道尔如何将对自然的热爱转化为关键的科学发现”最能概括全文主要内容。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试）A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope to people with spinal cord injuries. Scientists have created a brain-spinal chip (芯片) that allows paralyzed patients to move their legs, and even walk again. The chip, only 1mm wide, is designed to be fitted into the brain and spinal cord. If the natural communication between the brain and muscles is lost, this chip acts as the bridge. When the chips work, they create a direct connection between the brain and muscles. The results have been amazing. A 34-year-old man, paralyzed after a fall, could move his legs just one day after the operation on January 8, 2025. Two weeks later, he walked five meters with help. Three other patients had similar operations in February and March, all getting better within weeks. Even though the patients’ nervous systems were damaged, the chips helped them walk again. This marks a big step in China’s progress in medical science and it brings hope for over 3.7 million people in China. “This is just the beginning,” Jia, the lead researcher, said. “With the technology, these people may one day leave wheelchairs behind after 3 to 5 years of training.” Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking. It took the researchers over 10 years to develop the chip. They tested it on animals first, and then on people. They faced many challenges, yet they never gave up. Step by step, they developed a system to reconnect the mind and body in ways that once appeared only in science fiction. As the chip continues to improve, it lights a new path forward—one built on science, shaped by care, and aimed toward a brighter future. 1．What do we know about the chips mentioned in the passage? A．They are only as wide as 2 mm. B．They are fitted into the man’s arms. C．They help the patients walk again. D．They improve the patients’ memory. 2．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To recommend a science story. B．To report a pioneer doctor in medicine. C．To compare different treatments. D．To introduce a new medical success. 3．Which of the following meanings is suitable for the underlined word “bold”? bold /bəʊld/ adj. a. PERSON/ACTION not afraid of taking risks and making difficult decisions: He had the ability to take bold imaginative decisions. b. COLOURS/SHAPES very strong or bright so that you notice them: Stripes are bold, bright, and fun to wear. c. LINES/WRITING written or drawn in a very clear way: The print should be bold and easy to read. d. PRINTED LETTERS printed in letters that are darker and thinner than ordinary printed letters: All the headings are in bold type. (From the dictionary) A．a B．b C．c D．d 4．What would be the best title for this passage? A．China’s Chips Bring New Hope B．Future of China’s Medical Science C．Science Fiction Changes Our Lives D．Challenges for Chinese scientists 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国一项重大的医学突破：科学家研发出脑脊髓芯片，帮助脊髓损伤瘫痪患者重新站立行走，并讲述了这项技术的研发过程与意义。 【详解】40．根据第二段“The chip, only 1mm wide...”可知芯片宽1毫米，排除A；根据“fitted into the brain and spinal cord”可知植入大脑和脊髓，排除B；根据第一段“allows paralyzed patients to move their legs, and even walk again”可知芯片帮助患者再次行走，C项正确；文中未提及改善记忆，排除D。 1．文章首句“A medical breakthrough in China is giving new hope...”点明主题，全文主要介绍了中国科学家研发脑脊髓芯片这一医疗突破及其成果，旨在介绍一项新的医学成功。 2．根据划线词所在句“Behind this achievement is a long journey of careful research and bold thinking.”可知，此处形容研究人员的思维，结合后文“They faced many challenges, yet they never gave up.”可知，指研究人员敢于冒险、不畏艰难的决定，对应字典释义a (not afraid of taking risks...)。 3．文章主要讲述了中国研发的芯片技术给瘫痪患者带来重新行走的希望，A选项“China’s Chips Bring New Hope”准确概括了文章的核心内容 (中国芯片、带来希望)，适合作为文章的标题。 Passage 2 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Henry, a thirteen-year-old boy, lived under a bridge in a village of potters (陶工) in ancient Korea. He shared his home with Crane-man, an old man with a lame (跛脚的) leg who had cared for him since he was a baby. Henry’s greatest wish was to learn how to make celadon (青瓷) pottery, the beautiful green ceramic (陶瓷作品) that made the village famous. Every morning, Henry slipped away to watch Min, the most skilled potter in the village, work at his wheel. He stood hidden behind a bamboo screen, breathing in the smell of wet clay and listening to the sound of the spinning wheel. One day, Min caught him watching. “Go away!” the potter shouted, waving his hands. Henry bowed deeply and left, but he did not stop coming. Weeks later, Henry made a mistake. He reached out to touch a newly finished celadon vase, and it slipped from his fingers, breaking into a dozen pieces. He froze, then went down to his knees to collect the pieces. “I will work for you without pay,” he said to Min, “until I have made up for the damage.” Min stared at him for a long time. Finally, he nodded. For the next three months, Henry did the hardest work in the potter’s yard: chopping wood, carrying water, and digging clay. He never complained, even when Min refused to teach him a single thing about pottery. Crane-man noticed his tiredness and said, “Patience, Henry. The potter who rushes to shape the clay will only make an imperfect bowl.” One evening, Min’s wife, Min Jeong, found Henry sitting by the oven, studying the way the fire changed the clay’s color. She smiled and handed him a warm bowl of rice. “He sees your heart,” she said quietly. Henry looked up, hope rising in his chest. 1．What did Henry do every morning? A．He slipped away to work with Min. B．He watched Min make pottery secretly. C．He sold clay to the potters in the village. D．He learned to make celadon from Crane-man. 2．Which word best describes Henry according to the passage? A．Responsible and hardworking. B．Lazy and careless. C．Confident but rude. D．Creative and brave. 3．What can we infer from the underlined sentence “He sees your heart”? A．Min’s wife will teach Henry pottery herself. B．Min doesn’t care about Henry at all. C．Min has known Henry’s true wish and effort. D．Henry doesn’t need to work for Min anymore. 4．The pictures below match the events in the passage. Which event is the next one? A．Henry hugging Crane-man. B．Min shouting at Henry. C．Min Jeong handing Henry some rice. D．Min teaching Henry pottery. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了男孩Henry对制陶大师Min的青瓷技艺充满向往，他每天悄悄观察Min制陶、努力学习，最终用自己的真诚与坚持打动了Min，被Min认可并获得传授技艺机会的故事。 【详解】44．“Every morning, Henry slipped away to the edge of the yard and watched Min make pottery secretly.”：原文直接说明Henry每天清晨会悄悄溜到院子边，偷偷看Min制陶，与选项B的表述完全一致。 1．“He worked hard carrying clay for Min, and every morning he watched Min’s hands move... He never missed a day, even when it rained.”：Henry每天坚持帮Min运黏土，还偷偷学习制陶，从不间断，体现了他既负责（认真完成工作）又勤奋（坚持学习）的特点，对应选项A。 2．“Min’s wife smiled and said, ‘He sees your heart. He knows how much you want to learn, and how hard you’ve worked.’”：结合上下文可知，这句话的意思是Min已经感受到了Henry想要学习制陶的真心，以及他一直以来的努力，与选项C的表述一致。 3．图片①Henry 初见Crane-man；图片②Henry偷看Min制陶；图片③Henry帮Min运黏土；“She smiled and handed him a warm bowl of rice.”：亨利帮Min搬运黏土，紧随其后的事件便是Min的妻子给亨利递米饭，因此选C。 Passage 3 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）Have you ever looked up at a beautiful rainbow when noticing your friend looking at it? At that moment, both of you were focusing on the same object and aware of each other’s attention. This shared focus is called joint (共同的) attention. It depends on social cues (提示) such as actions or words that help two people to focus on the same thing. When completing tasks or solving problems, it is often said that two heads are better than one. But what does “better” mean? In one study, researchers asked pairs of participants (参与者) to complete a search task alone and then together. They found that when the participants worked together, they were faster at finding the goal, which researchers suggest is “better” performance. You might be wondering why two heads are better. Is it simply because you have another pair of eyes or because you divide the task? Well, the answer is both! Just having another pair of eyes can make a task easier and faster, so a group benefit can be found even if two people do not talk about the division of work. By dividing the work, you are more likely to finish the task faster, though one may work a little faster than the other. Researchers have also been interested in whether joint attention improves memory. They asked participants to remember pictures and found that when people believed another person was looking at the same picture and doing the same task, they remembered the picture better. So, this suggests that even when people imagine social cues, like just thinking someone else is focusing on the same task, joint attention can help people better remember things. Today, however, many interactions (互动) take place online. It is important to understand whether online interactions with others influence people’s attention. Researchers asked participants to complete a search task on their home computers, with an imaginary partner. The results showed that people were more accurate (准确的) when they thought they were working together with a partner, but faster when they thought they were competing with that partner. Interestingly, it did not matter how realistic the imaginary partner’s image (形象) was. All in all, joint attention is an important part of human interaction that shapes how people work together and how they remember. By understanding this, we can better recognise the value of our interactions. 1．Which of the following best shows the results of the study in Paragraphs 2 and 3? A． B． C． D． 2．Which of the following opinions does the writer support? A．Working alone makes people finish tasks faster. B．Competing with a partner improves accuracy. C．The partner’s image realism has little influence. D．Online interactions are worse than offline ones. 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Joint attention works better online than in the real world. B．Joint attention depends on how well people remember things. C．Imagining working with others brings about better performance. D．Cooperation is more important than competition in online settings. 4．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．From Attention to Performance B．The Power of Shared Focus C．From Social Cues to Connection D．The Key to Effective Interactions 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了“共同关注”这一概念及其对人类互动的影响。文章通过多项研究说明了两个人一起工作或想象与他人合作时，能提高任务效率和记忆力，并探讨了在线互动中的相关情况，最后总结了共同关注的重要性。 【详解】48．第二段指出研究发现：“when the participants worked together, they were faster at finding the goal”，这说明两人合作比单人快；第三段进一步解释：“By dividing the work, you are more likely to finish the task faster”，即分工合作会更快。观察图表，纵轴上方代表慢，下方代表快。图D显示Person A和Person B单独做较慢，A+B无分工稍快，A+B有分工最快 (柱子最短，最靠近Fast)，符合文意。 1．第五段提到关于在线互动的研究结果：“Interestingly, it did not matter how realistic the imaginary partner’s image was.”，这意味着合作伙伴形象的逼真程度并不影响结果，即影响很小。 2．第五段中提到：“The results showed that people were more accurate when they thought they were working together with a partner...”，这表明仅仅是想象与他人合作也能提高准确性 (表现更好)。 3．文章第一段引出主题“This shared focus is called joint attention”，后续段落分别论述了共同关注如何提高效率、改善记忆以及在线上的作用，最后一段总结“joint attention is an important part of human interaction”。整篇文章都在围绕“共同关注”的力量展开；选项B“The Power of Shared Focus”直接对应“shared focus (joint attention)”这一核心概念，概括了全文主旨，适合作为文章的标题。 Passage 4 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试） What is a grassland? A grassland is a biome (生物群落区) that is covered with grasses. Grass is everything to a grassland. Grass is food for animals. Grass can keep the grassland warm and wet. Grass stops the wind from blowing away the soil. There are two kinds of grasslands. Temperate grasslands are one kind. Temperate means the environment has a mild climate (温和气候) and four seasons. Temperate grasslands have rich soil. Tropical grasslands are the other kind. Tropical means the environment is near the equator and is warm all year round. Tropical grasslands have a rainy season and a dry season. They usually have more trees and poorer soil than temperate grasslands. Both temperate and tropical grasslands have a yearly rainfall of approximately 25 to 75 centimeters. During the dry season, with so little rain, the land can dry out. Fires can start easily. What adaptations (适应性) help grassland plants and animals survive? Different grasslands have different kinds of grasses. However, nearly all grassland grasses have adaptations to growing well in dry conditions. Grasses have deep roots. The roots can take in water and keep nutrients (营养). When a fire happens, everything above ground is destroyed. Down below, the roots survive. They hold on to their water and nutrients. After a fire, new stalks can grow from the roots. The old, dead grass becomes part of the soil. Gradually, the soil gets richer and richer. Most grasses have adaptations to growing from the roots. This helps them survive and grow after animals eat the tops of the plants. Trees that grow in tropical grasslands also have adaptations that help them survive. For example, the baobab tree grows leaves only during the wet season. It loses its leaves during the dry season. Many kinds of animals live in grasslands. All of them have adaptations that help them survive. Some grassland animals have flat teeth for eating grass. For example, with their flat teeth, zebras bite off the tops of grasses that are difficult to chew. 1．Why does the writer mention zebras and baobab trees in the passage? A．To compare tropical grasslands with temperate grasslands. B．To explain that different living things have their own adaptations. C．To show that animals are more important than plants in grasslands. D．To prove that all grassland species survive in the same way. 2．What can help grass grow well in dry conditions? A．Big fires. B．Deep roots. C．Rich soil. D．New stalks. 3．Which of the following is true? A．Zebras use flat teeth for biting off grasses. B．After a fire, the grass on the grassland dies forever. C．The leaves of the baobab trees drop during the wet season D．Most grasses can’t grow after animals eat the tops of the plants. 4．What does this passage mainly talk about? A．Fires in the grassland. B．Life in the grassland. C．Plants in the grassland. D．Climate of the grassland. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了草原的定义、类型，以及草原上动植物为适应环境而形成的生存特性，展现了草原生态系统的多样性与适应性。 【详解】52．根据文中“What adaptations help grassland plants and animals survive?”部分的内容可知，作者举斑马和猴面包树的例子，是为了说明不同的生物都有各自适应草原环境的生存方式。 1．根据文中“Grasses have deep roots. The roots can take in water and keep nutrients. However, nearly all grassland grasses have adaptations to growing well in dry conditions.”可知，深根能帮助草吸收水分和养分，从而在干燥的环境中生长良好。 2．根据文中“Some grassland animals have flat teeth for eating grass. For example, with their flat teeth, zebras bite off the tops of grasses that are difficult to chew.”可知，斑马的扁平牙齿是用来咬断草的，A选项表述正确；根据“After a fire, new stalks can grow from the roots.”可知火灾后草会重新生长，B选项错误；根据“It loses its leaves during the dry season.”可知猴面包树在旱季落叶，C选项错误；根据“This helps them survive and grow after animals eat the tops of the plants.”可知草被吃掉顶部后仍能生长，D选项错误。 3．全文围绕草原的基本情况、类型、动植物的适应性等内容展开，核心是介绍草原上的生命；因此，B选项“Life in the grassland.”最能概括全文主旨。 Passage 5 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）People from East Asia tend to have more difficulty than those from Europe in telling facial expressions, and a new report published online in Current Biology explains why. Rachael Jack, University of Glasgow researcher, said that rather than scanning evenly across a face as Westerners do, Easterners fix their attention on the eyes. “We show that Easterners and Westerners look at different face features (特征) to read facial expressions,” Jack said. “Westerners look at the eyes and the mouth in equal measure, while Easterners focus on the eyes and neglect the mouth.” According to Jack and her colleagues, the discovery shows that human communication of emotion is more complex (复杂的) than we believed. As a result, facial expressions that were considered universally recognizable cannot be used to express feelings in cross-cultural situations. The researchers studied cultural differences in the recognition of facial expressions by recording the eye movements of 13 Western Caucasian and 13 East Asian people when they looked at pictures of expressive faces carefully and put them into categories: happy, sad, surprised, fearful, angry, or neutral. Researchers then compared how correctly they read those facial expressions using particular eye movement strategies. It turned out that Easterners focused much greater attention on the eyes and made many more mistakes than Westerners did. “The cultural difference in eye movements that they show is probably a reflection (反映) of cultural difference in facial expressions,” Jack said. “Our data suggest that while Westerners use the whole face to express feelings, Easterners use the eyes more and the mouth less.” In short, the data show facial expressions don’t mean the same emotions everywhere. Learning how culture shapes these social skills helps us understand human feelings. Otherwise, when it comes to communicating emotions across cultures, Easterners and Westerners will find themselves lost in translation. 1．What does Jack’s research show? A．Westerners pay equal attention to the eyes and the mouth. B．Facial expressions are similar in cross-cultural situations. C．Easterners are better at reading facial expressions. D．Human communication of emotion mainly depends on eyes. 2．What does the underlined word “neglect” mean in Paragraph 3? A．Pay more attention to. B．Not take care of. C．Consider unimportant. D．Fail to notice. 3．What were the people asked to do in the study? A．They were asked to make a face at each other. B．They were asked to tell different facial expressions. C．They were asked to record their eye movements. D．They were asked to draw pictures of expressive faces. 4．What can be the best title for the passage? A．The eye as the window to the soul B．Cultural differences in reading emotions C．Effective methods for communication D．Different ways to show emotions 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文介绍了一项发表在《当代生物学》上的新研究，揭示了东亚人和西方人在识别面部情绪表情时存在的文化差异：西方人会均匀观察整张脸，同等关注眼睛与嘴巴；而东亚人更关注眼睛，更少关注嘴巴，该研究表明人类情绪交流比原本认知的更复杂，面部情绪表达并非跨文化通用。 【详解】56．第三段指出：“Westerners look at the eyes and the mouth in equal measure”，说明西方人同等关注眼睛和嘴巴。 1．第三段指出：前文“Westerners look at the eyes and the mouth in equal measure”指出西方人同等关注眼睛和嘴巴，划线单词所在句“while Easterners focus on the eyes and neglect the mouth.”，转折后说明东方人关注眼睛，忽略嘴巴，可推知neglect含义为“没注意到、忽略”，与“fail to notice”（没注意到）意思最接近。 2．第五段指出：“The researchers studied cultural differences in the recognition...when they looked at pictures of expressive faces carefully and put them into categories”，实验中是研究者记录被试的眼球运动，要求被试观察不同表情的人脸图片，并将图片按情绪分类，即要求被试辨别区分不同的面部表情。 3．全文核心围绕不同文化背景人群在读取情绪面部表情的差异展开，对应B选项的表达。 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 JUST ASK （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）How many movies have you seen about space? It looks fun, right? But is it? A lot of readers ask questions about the International Space Station (ISS国际空间站). Today, we’ve answered four of the best ones. Editor: Lily Bailey Q1: What do astronauts do on the International Space Station every day? Answer: They do a lot! They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth. But too much work isn’t good for anyone and we all need a little fun! Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it. If they get stressed, they relax by enjoying the views of our beautiful planet from space. Q2: How much exercise do astronauts do? Answer: Well, quite a lot. Take the astronaut Koichi Wakata for example. He lived on the ISS for 188 days and worked out for at least two hours every day. Some astronauts go jogging! Alan Shepard played moon golf in space. British astronaut Tim Peake even ran a marathon in space in 2016 and set a Guinness World Record. Q3: Does the body change in space? Answer: Yes, it does. Everything in space floats. Imagine sneezing (打喷嚏) in space! This means it’s easy to lift things. Astronauts train a lot on Earth, but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks! These are only a few examples of the problems astronauts can have. Their muscles and hearts lose strength and their bones get weaker. Sometimes, when they get back to Earth, they’re not strong enough to walk! The answer is exercise and not just a little exercise but a lot! Q4: When and how do astronauts sleep? Answer: Good question. We all need to get enough sleep, but in space, with 16 sunrises and 16 sunsets every 24 hours, that’s not easy. Too many changes from day to night make it difficult to know when to sleep. So astronauts have very strict routines and wear special blindfolds to keep from light. 1．Astronauts do a lot of work on the ISS except ________. A．going on space walks B．repairing equipment C．playing games outside D．conducting experiments 2．The underlined word “this” in the third answer refers to ________. A．doing enough exercise B．sneezing in space C．making the body weak D．training on Earth 3．Lily Bailey answered the four questions to ________. A．explain how the ISS was built B．introduce the life on the ISS C．describe the history of space exploration D．list the countries that built the ISS 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文通过回答四个读者问题，介绍了国际空间站（ISS）上宇航员的日常工作、锻炼、身体变化和睡眠情况，展现了太空生活的特点。 【详解】78．根据Q1的回答“They go on space walks, repair things, do experiments and communicate with Earth... Astronauts play games, watch movies and listen to music on it.”可知，宇航员在空间站内玩游戏，而不是“在外面（outside）玩”，选项C与原文不符。 1．第三段提到“Astronauts train a lot on Earth, but their bodies get weak if they don’t do enough exercise. And this can happen in just a few weeks!”，这里的this指代的是前文提到的“bodies get weak”，对应选项C。 2．Lily Bailey回答的四个问题分别关于宇航员的日常工作、锻炼、身体变化和睡眠，都是围绕国际空间站上的生活展开的，目的是向读者介绍太空生活，对应选项B。 Passage 2 （2026·广东广州番禺·综合测试）Dindim is a penguin that travels 5,000 miles every year to visit its rescuer. On a typical day, off the coast of a small Brazilian island, Joao Pereira de Souza was heading out fishing. He found surprisingly that an oil spill had polluted the waters badly. Staring out at the waves, he decided it was not a good day to fish. But walking along the beach, he found a struggling penguin, covered by oil and starving. Pereira took the penguin home, gently cleaned it and spent the next week nursing it back to health. He named it Dindim. Dindim is a Magellanic penguin, a species known for living in the seas of South America. In order to breed (繁殖), they must return to Patagonia, 8,000 miles away from Pereira’s home. Pereira patiently took Dindim back to the ocean and taught him how to swim again. Soon enough, it was time for Dindim to return to life in the wild. Pereira watched Dindim swim away, believing it would be the last time he saw him. But the next June, Dindim returned. The two shared a tender beak-to-nose greeting, and Dindim stayed for a month, walking heavily and clumsily (笨拙地) around Pereira’s house. It was time for Dindim to leave, and Pereira thought this surely would be the last time he would see Dindim. But 11 months later, the penguin with a long memory returned again. It is a common belief among scientists that animals have short memories. So a couple of them put a tracking device on Dindim to see if it was indeed the same penguin that returned year after year. To their surprise, Dindim returned, year after year, for more than a decade. Love creates such a deep bond (纽带) that we can’t always explain it. It’s just something we feel, something we long to provide. And when we do, it lasts much longer than we ever expected. 1．What caused Dindim to get hurt? A．A hurricane. B．A fight with Pereira. C．An oil spill. D．An unknown disease. 2．What can we infer from paragraph 4? A．Dindim is a forgetful penguin B．Dindim returned to Pereira for food. C．Pereira wished Dindim not to return. D．Pereira and Dindim loved each other. 3．What did the scientists think of Dindim’s story? A．Surprising. B．Boring. C．Worrying. D．Typical. 4．What does the passage tell us? A．Time and tide wait for no man. B．Success belongs to the persevering. C．Love creates a bond and relationship. D．All things are difficult before they are easy. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文讲述企鹅Dindim因原油泄漏遇险被渔民Pereira救下，此后每年跨越五千英里专程回访恩人，相守十余载，诠释了爱缔结深厚羁绊的温情故事。 【详解】81．依据第二段原文“He found surprisingly that an oil spill had polluted the waters badly… he found a struggling penguin, covered by oil and starving.”，可知原油泄漏污染海域，致使企鹅Dindim受伤困顿。 1．依据第四段原文“But the next June, Dindim returned. The two shared a tender beak-to-nose greeting, and Dindim stayed for a month”，企鹅主动归来、温情相见、长期停留，能够推断出Pereira与Dindim彼此牵挂、互相深爱。 2．依据第五段原文“It is a common belief among scientists that animals have short memories… To their surprise, Dindim returned, year after year, for more than a decade.”，科学家原本认定动物记忆力短暂，可企鹅连年回访超出预期，这件事让科学家十分意外、吃惊，对应A选项Surprising。 3．依据文末主旨段“Love creates such a deep bond (纽带) that we can’t always explain it.”，全文核心主旨是爱会搭建羁绊、维系深厚情谊，对应C选项。 Passage 3 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）In the heart of the Pacific Ocean lies a huge, floating “continent” made not of rock, but of rubbish. Known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, it is a troubling symbol of our modern consumer culture. This “patch” is not a solid island you can walk on. Instead, it is a soup of tiny plastic pieces, fishing nets, and other waste, spread over an area of about 1.6 million square kilometers—twice the size of Texas. How did it get there, and what can be done? Most of the rubbish comes from land, like plastic bags, bottles, and packaging. These items are often blown by wind into rivers, which then carry them to the ocean. Ocean currents (洋流), like a giant moving belt, slowly pull this waste together into one area. This process has been happening for years. The patch now has about 1.8 trillion pieces of plastic, weighing around 79,000 tons. The biggest problem is that plastic does not break down naturally. Instead, sunlight and waves break it down into smaller and smaller pieces called microplastics (微塑料). About 94% of the plastic in the patch is microplastic. These tiny, harmful bits are easily mistaken for food by sea creatures, from tiny fish to huge whales. When a fish eats plastic, the harmful chemicals in the plastic enter its body. As larger fish eat these smaller fish, the chemicals travel up the food chain, finally reaching humans. This causes problems not only for sea life but also for human health. However, there is hope for positive change. The Ocean Cleanup has developed a large floating system designed to collect plastic from the patch. The system does not use nets that may harm sea life; it uses a U-shaped arm that is moved by the wind and waves, naturally concentrating the plastic. A support boat then comes to collect the rubbish. While technology offers a solution, the most important changes must happen on land. We should reduce our use of single-use plastics, improve waste management systems, and use less plastic when making products. These are important long-term plans. As one scientist says, “We can’t just clean up the mess; we have to turn off the tap.” The fight against ocean plastic is not just about cleaning the ocean, but about changing our habits to avoid the problem in the first place. 1．What is the best title for the passage? A．How Plastic Reaches the Sea. B．Helping Sea Animals in Danger. C．A Growing Problem in the Ocean. D．A New Way to Collect Ocean Waste. 2．Why does the floating system prefer to use a U-shaped arm? A．Because it can work without wind. B．Because it does not damage ocean life. C．Because it is cheap and easy to build. D．Because it can move fast in the ocean. 3．What does the phrase “turn off the tap” in the last paragraph suggest? A．We should stop the flow of plastic into the ocean. B．We should use less water while cleaning the ocean. C．We should invent a better way to recycle plastic. D．We should close down all factories near the sea. 4．Which of the following would the writer most likely agree with? A．Technology offers the most important solution to ocean plastic. B．The ocean itself is able to clean up the plastic waste over time. C．Cleaning up the ocean needs to be dealt with as quickly as possible. D．Stopping plastic from entering the ocean is as important as cleaning it. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了太平洋垃圾带的形成过程、塑料对海洋生物和人类健康的危害，以及目前的清理技术和从源头减少塑料使用的重要性。文章强调解决海洋塑料问题不仅要靠清理，更要从源头上阻止塑料进入海洋。 【详解】85．全文围绕太平洋垃圾带这一日益严重的海洋问题展开，第一段指出它是“a troubling symbol of our modern consumer culture”，第二段说明垃圾来源和规模，第三段讲危害，第四、五段讲解决方案。C选项“A Growing Problem in the Ocean”最能概括全文主旨。 1．第四段明确指出：“The system does not use nets that may harm sea life; it uses a U-shaped arm that is moved by the wind and waves”，说明使用U形臂的原因是它不会像渔网那样伤害海洋生物。 2．最后一段中，科学家说“We can’t just clean up the mess; we have to turn off the tap”，紧接着下一句解释：“The fight against ocean plastic is not just about cleaning the ocean, but about changing our habits to avoid the problem in the first place.”由此可知，“turn off the tap”是比喻说法，意为从源头上阻止塑料流入海洋。 3．最后一段明确提出：“While technology offers a solution, the most important changes must happen on land”，并引用科学家的话强调不能只清理而要从源头解决。这说明作者认为阻止塑料进入海洋与清理海洋同样重要，因此选D。 主题01 人与自我 Passage 1 （25-26初三下·广州铁一中学·五月学情摸查）Having a hobby is not just about having fun in your free time — it’s also great for your mind and body. Let’s explore the key benefits hobbies bring to your life! An important benefit of hobbies is that they help you focus on the present. When you do activities like painting, gardening, or playing the guitar, you need to pay full attention. This helps you stop thinking about past problems or future worries. When you really lose yourself in these activities, you might not notice time passing. As a result, you will feel less stressed and more clear-headed. Hobbies also improve your ability to solve problems creatively. They often teach you to think outside the box. Practising hobbies is like exercise for your brain. Little by little, you’ll be able to come up with creative ideas in other areas of your life. Besides, following group hobbies or joining clubs helps build social connections. This is very good for your mind because it makes you feel part of a community where people share your interests and support each other. Whether it’s a music club, a local sports team, or a reading group, making friends through shared hobbies can bring you great joy. What’s more, depending on the hobby, you can also experience physical benefits. Activities like playing the piano or making sculptures are excellent for helping your hands and eyes work together better. Some hobbies, like dancing, can make your body more flexible (灵活的). These physical benefits, in turn, give you better health and a sense of achievement. Hobbies benefit our life in many ways, so it’s never too late to develop your favorite hobby. 1．How do hobbies help people solve problems? A．They help people avoid hard problems. B．They encourage people to think in new ways. C．They show people how others solve problems. D．They teach people the steps in solving problems. 2．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Group hobbies can make a person feel accepted. B．Hobbies help improve the body more than the mind. C．Different hobbies provide the same physical health benefits. D．Hobbies benefit people by improving their future job skills. 3．What is the main idea of the fifth paragraph? A．To compare the benefits of different hobbies. B．To explain how hobbies provide physical advantages. C．To show how hobbies about art can be good for health. D．To introduce some hobbies that work like normal exercise. 4．In which part of a magazine can we find this passage most probably? A．Social Life. B．Creative Thinking. C．Personal Life. D．Skill Development. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了爱好给人们身心带来的多重益处。 【详解】21．根据第三段“Hobbies also improve your ability to solve problems creatively. They often teach you to think outside the box.”可知，爱好能提高创造性解决问题的能力，“think outside the box”意为跳出思维定势，即用新的方式思考。 1．根据第四段“This is very good for your mind because it makes you feel part of a community where people share your interests and support each other.”可知，参与群体爱好让人感觉是社区的一部分并得到支持，这会让人感到被接纳。 2．第五段首句“What’s more, depending on the hobby, you can also experience physical benefits.”是该段主题句，随后列举了弹钢琴、雕塑、跳舞等例子来说明爱好带来的身体上的好处。 3．文章主要讲述了爱好对个人身心、社交及创造力等多方面的益处，旨在改善个人的生活质量。C项“个人生活”最能概括全文关于爱好如何有益于生活的主题。 Passage 2 （25-26初三下·广州铁一中学·五月学情摸查）When my daughter Sara was in the fifth grade, she was caught in a rather difficult social problem. One day, she came to me with tears in her eyes, crying out, “My friend Marcy hates me!” She explained, “Kathy was also my friend, but Marcy wanted me to be her only friend.” However, Sara wanted to have other friends as well. Then she said to me, “You should talk to Marcy and tell her that!” I was quite shocked when hearing my daughter’s words. After I thought about her situation for a while, an idea suddenly hit me. I quickly got two baskets from the living room. I told her, “At birth, each person is given a small basket. This small one here is yours, and the larger one belongs to me. As you grow up, your basket will grow bigger, too. You can see that your little basket is inside mine. That’s because when you were just born, there were so many things you couldn’t deal with on your own. I had to do everything that you couldn’t manage for you.” Sara nodded, showing that she understood me. I continued, “As you grew and started to complete tasks by yourself, I began to place a few more things in your basket. For example, when you learned to tie your shoes, that skill went into your basket.” She said softly with a sense of pride, “I can tie my own shoes.” “Exactly. As you grow older, you’ll have to take on more and more tasks all by yourself.” While saying this, I slowly separated her basket from mine and placed it in her hands. “Finally, you will carry your own basket filled with things that only you can do.” She looked up at me, her eyes bright with realization. “I understand. There are some things that I have to do for myself because they are in my basket.” 1．What was Sara’s problem in the fifth grade? A．Her friend didn’t want her to have another friend. B．She wanted to do all the things by herself. C．She didn’t know how to tie her shoes. D．Her mother was very strict with her. 2．What did the mother do after hearing Sara’s problem? A．She talked to Sara’s friends politely. B．She taught Sara useful communication skills. C．She advised Sara to send baskets of gifts to her friends. D．She encouraged Sara to solve the problem by herself. 3．The underlined word “separated” means ________. A．give…to B．put…in C．take…away D．carry…for 4．What did Sara realize at the end of the story? A．Following parents’ advice helps solve problems. B．Solving one’s own problem is a part of growth. C．Communicating correctly helps make more friends. D．Telling the truth is necessary for understanding each other. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了一位母亲用“分篮子”的比喻，让女儿Sara明白成长中有些事情需要自己独立解决的道理。 【详解】25．根据文章第一段中Sara的解释“Kathy was also my friend, but Marcy wanted me to be her only friend.”可知，Sara的问题在于她的朋友不想让她再交其他朋友。 1．根据文章第二段至第六段，母亲没有直接去找Marcy谈话，而是通过“篮子”的比喻告诉Sara：随着成长，她要独立承担越来越多的任务，最后把篮子交给Sara让她自己拿。“you will carry your own basket filled with things that only you can do.”表明母亲在鼓励Sara学会独立，自己解决问题。 2．根据划线词所在的句子及上下文“Your little basket is inside mine... I slowly separated her basket from mine and placed it in her hands.”结合语境，原本篮子是在一起的（inside），现在的动作是将它们分开，即从母亲的篮子中“拿走/分离”出来。选项C“take…away”（拿走/移开）最符合语境。 3．根据文章最后一段Sara的感悟“I understand. There are some things that I have to do for myself because they are in my basket.”，结合全文关于成长的比喻，Sara意识到独立处理自己的事情是成长的一部分。 Passage 3 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模） Book Character Day 10th November, 2026 We hope this event will make you want to read more. Join us and dress up as your favourite book character! What You Can Wear and Bring: ✔clothes that are comfortable and suitable for school X clothes with no sleeves (袖子) ✔shorts or dresses (knee-length)  X hats with sharp edges (尖锐的边缘) or hard parts ✔face paint ✔toy jewellery   X objects used in fighting Activities: The Readers’ Theater Everyone chooses a scene from his or her favourite book. Read and act it out during English lessons. The Story Time with Mr. Jenkins Go to the library during the break and listen to some famous stories. The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde The Little Mermaid by Hans Christian Andersen Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll The Fashion Show The best-dressed students in each class will show their amazing costumes on the catwalk. Best-Dressed Student Awards Winner: a ¥200 book coupon (优惠券) 2nd place: a book collection 3rd place: a storybook Note: All students who take part in the show will receive a notebook. 1．Which of the following is allowed on Book Character Day? A． B． C． D． 2．What activity will students take part in during English lessons? A．The Readers’ Theater. B．The Story Time. C．The Fashion Show. D．The Award Ceremony. 3．Who will tell stories during the break? A．Oscar Wilde. B．Hans Christian Andersen. C．Mr. Jenkins. D．Lewis Carroll. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍2026年11月10日读书角色日，可装扮成书中人物，参与读者剧场、故事时间、时装秀并评奖。   【详解】29．文章第6行表明允许face paint“面部彩绘”，选项A图片符合。 1．文章中“The Readers’ Theater”下方写明“Read and act it out during English lessons.”，学生在英语课上参与的活动是读者剧场。 2．文章中“The Story Time with Mr. Jenkins”部分提到“Go to the library during the break and listen to...”，讲故事的人是Mr. Jenkins。 Passage 4 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）Alice is a girl who is always hard on herself. After a test, Alice was happy to see she had scored 115 out of 120, until she heard that one of her classmates had scored 117. This made Alice feel worried. She had thought she was a top student, but when she heard that someone had scored higher, she lost her happiness. She began to doubt herself and her abilities, thinking she hadn’t worked hard enough or wasn’t good enough. A few days later, she joined in a speech competition. On that day, when she gave her speech, she didn’t feel satisfied. She began to find problems in her own performance as she listened to other students’ speeches, thinking her pronunciation wasn’t good enough. Jane, her friend, noticed the sad look on her face and asked with concern, “Hey Alice, you look sad. Is everything okay? You know you can share anything with me.” Alice sighed. “I think I am a failure.” “What! Why?” Jane asked in surprise. “Because every time I do something, I never seem to get it right. I don’t know why. I try so hard, but I always mess things up while others do better,” Alice said sadly. Jane listened patiently and said, “Alice, have you ever heard of ‘Comparison is the thief of joy’?” Alice frowned(皱眉) a little. “Umm... no, I don’t think I have.” Jane smiled, “It means that when you compare yourself with others, it ruins your happiness and makes you doubt your own efforts. The only person you should compare yourself with is your past self. Tell me, did you deliver this speech better than your last one?” Alice thought for a moment and said, “Yes.” “Exactly,” said Jane. “You shouldn’t compare yourself with others but with yourself. If you did better, be proud of yourself. And if you didn’t, don’t be too strict with yourself — just try to do better next time.” Alice listened to her friend and understood her problem. Gradually, she started feeling proud of her small achievements, and that also made her admire others for their success. 1．How did Alice feel when she heard the score 117? A．Excited. B．Satisfied. C．Unhappy. D．Calm. 2．What is the correct order of the following events? ①Alice had a talk with Jane. ②Alice scored 115 in a test. ③Alice began to doubt herself. ④Alice felt proud of her small achievements. ⑤Alice joined in a speech competition. A．④-②-①-③-⑤ B．②-③-④-①-⑤ C．④-①-⑤-②-③ D．②-③-⑤-①-④ 3．Which words can best describe Jane? A．Brave and active. B．Patient and helpful. C．Humorous and hard-working. D．Responsible and strong-willed. 4．Which is the main lesson of the story? A．There’s no need to admire others for their success. B．Talking with friends can drive worries away. C．Comparison lets people know more about themselves. D．Focusing on one’s own progress is more important. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文讲述了Alice因过度与他人比较而陷入自我怀疑，最终在朋友Jane的开导下，学会关注自身进步、为自己的小成就感到自豪的故事。 【详解】32．文中第2段提到“This made Alice feel worried. She had thought she was a top student, but when she heard that someone had scored higher, she lost her happiness.”，说明Alice听到117分的成绩后感到不开心。 1．事件的正确顺序为： ②Alice scored 115 in a test.（考试得了115分）③Alice began to doubt herself.（开始自我怀疑）⑤Alice joined in a speech competition.（参加演讲比赛）①Alice had a talk with Jane.（和 Jane 交谈）④Alice felt proud of her small achievements.（为自己的小成就感到自豪）对应选项 D②-③-⑤-①-④。 2．文中Jane耐心倾听Alice的烦恼，并通过引导她关注自身进步来开导她，说明Jane是耐心且乐于助人的。 3．全文核心主旨是Alice学会不与他人比较，而是关注自身进步，因此故事的主要教训是“关注自己的进步更重要”。 Passage 5 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）One day, when my mom and I arrived at the dance studio, I found I had left one of my dance shoes at home. I secretly hoped I could skip (不参加) the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage. However, Mom told me Ms. Ling had some old shoes I could borrow. I found a pair that was a size bigger for me and hurried into the classroom, feeling very embarrassed (尴尬的). Ms. Ling announced that there were only four practices left before the final show. That evening before bed, I said to Mom, “I want to quit dancing. Can I learn to play the piano or the guitar instead?” I could imagine Mom’s answer: “Finish what you agreed to do before you start something new.” It was one of her favorite sayings. That was why I was surprised when she said, “I’m going to allow you to decide for yourself this time.” “Really?” I looked at Mom wide-eyed. “But what will your dance partner do if you quit?” she asked. “She won’t mind,” I said. “I don’t think she even knows my name.” The following Friday, my dog Mattie was sick. I decided to quit dancing and looked after Mattie at home. It was quiet and relaxing, nothing like the pressure of performing on stage. The following Saturday, I met my dance partner at a book sale. She smiled gently and said, “Hi, Kami. Where were you yesterday?” “Um, my dog was sick and I took care of her.” It was true, but it sounded like a lie. We talked for a while. I was shocked that she knew my name. I learned that her name was Sylvia. She told me she loved dancing but she was nervous about the show, because her grandmother was going to fly from her hometown to watch her dance. I comforted her and said we would both be fine. After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, “I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.” Just then, I remembered I had found my missing shoe under my bed. Although I was still a little nervous, I wasn’t doing it just for myself. 1．Why did the writer want to skip the dance practice at first? A．Because she didn’t like her dance partner. B．Because she wanted to learn to play the piano or the guitar instead. C．Because she lost her dance shoes. D．Because she found the practice too hard and she was afraid of performing. 2．What made Kami decide to go back to the dance class? A．She missed her dance teacher. B．She loved practicing dancing very much. C．She was asked to keep dancing by her mom. D．She didn’t want to leave her partner Sylvia alone. 3．How did Kami’s feelings change according to the passage? A．angry→shocked→relaxed B．embarrassed→shocked→determined C．tired→embarrassed→angry D．surprised→embarrassed→relaxed 4．What can we infer from the story? A．Sylvia didn’t know the writer at all. B．Kami learned the meaning of being there for others. C．Ms. Ling would ask Kami to leave the dance class. D．The writer’s mom was strict and never listened to her. 【答案】1．D 2．D 3．B 4．B 【导语】本文讲述了女孩Kami因害怕舞蹈练习和舞台表演想放弃舞蹈，最终因不愿让舞伴Sylvia独自面对而决定坚持的故事，展现了她的成长与责任感。 【详解】36．文中第1段提到“I secretly hoped I could skip the practice because I was tired of the hard practice and afraid of performing on stage”，说明作者最初想跳过舞蹈练习的原因是觉得训练太辛苦，且害怕舞台表演。 1．文中提到“After that, I kept thinking of Sylvia. I didn’t want to leave her alone. The next Sunday, I told Mom, ‘I’m going to finish the dance class. I want to be there for Sylvia in the show.’”，说明Kami决定回到舞蹈课是因为不想让舞伴 Sylvia 独自面对演出。 2．文中的情感变化依次为： 刚借到舞鞋时：“feeling very embarrassed”（尴尬）； 遇见舞伴得知她认识自己后：“I was shocked that she knew my name”（震惊）； 决定回到舞蹈课后：“I’m going to finish the dance class”（坚定）。 因此情感变化为embarrassed→shocked→determined。 3．全文通过Kami从想放弃到为了舞伴坚持的转变，能推断出她学会了为他人着想、陪伴他人的意义。 主题02 人与社会 Passage 1 （25-26初三下·广州执信中学·统一练习）2026 Guangdong City Football League (Yue Chao) Come and feel the energy of football! From April 25 to October, teams from 21 cities in Guangdong will play hard for their hometowns.League Highlights Common People Only Tickets ● Professional players are not allowed. This includes anyone who has played for a professional club in the last 3 years. ● 826 players from different jobs: students (41%), teachers, and even shop owners. ● It is a real “Game for the City”. ● Tickets for common games only cost 8.8 yuan. ● Fans need to enter a random lottery (抽奖) on WeChat to win the chance of buying tickets. New Experiences this Season We bring more than just football to the stadium: For Players: Those who perform well (like scoring a “hat-trick”) will receive performance rewards. For Fans: Some cities will give out team products like jerseys (球服) to audience for free when their local teams are playing games. For Families: To share the holiday spirit, special activities are held during May Day and other festivals to make your visit a mini-vacation. Important Dates First Game: April 25 at Yuexiushan Stadium (Guangzhou vs. Jiangmen) Next Round (knockout): Starts in late August The Final Match: Held in late October Note: hat-trick: a player scores three goals in one game knockout: a type of competition in which only the winning players or teams at each stage continue to play until there is only one winner 1．Which one of them can we probably see playing on the field in Yue Chao? A．A PE teacher who played for a professional club until December 2024. B．A 21-year-old college student who plays for the national youth team. C．A local firefighter who hasn’t been in any professional club before. D．A shop owner who wants to buy an 8.8-yuan ticket to play in the Final. 2．What is new about this football season? A．You can watch the game for free if you win the lottery. B．The player who scores a goal will be awarded. C．The prices of the tickets are the same for all matches. D．Fans will probably get some gifts when they watch games. 3．What do we know about the dates of the games? A．The first game starts in early April. B．The games will last for over half a year. C．The knockout stages are only in August. D．The final match is held during the National Day. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。介绍2026年广东城市足球联赛的参赛规则、门票信息、本赛季新亮点及重要日期，旨在吸引普通市民参与并观看比赛。 【详解】60．表格第一列第二行“Professional players are not allowed. This includes anyone who has played for a professional club in the last 3 years.”明确提出：不允许职业球员参加，包括过去三年内曾效力职业俱乐部的任何人。C项“本地消防员，从未加入任何职业俱乐部”，符合资格。 1．”New Experiences this Season”部分“For Fans: Some cities will give out team products like jerseys to audience for free when their local teams are playing games.”表明：一些城市在主场比赛时会免费赠送球衣等球队周边给观众，D项”球迷看球时可能会收到礼物”与此对应，正确。 2．“Important Dates”部分“First Game: April 25...The Final Match: Held in late October”表明：首场比赛时间为4月25日，决赛在10月下旬，跨度约六个多月，超过半年。B项正确。 Passage 2 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Lei Diansheng is a famous Chinese explorer and environmental protector. Born in 1963 in a small village near Harbin, he is called “the modern Xu Xiake” for his great journey. Before starting his trip, he spent 10 years preparing—he did daily long runs to build up his strength and read many books on wild survival to learn how to deal with dangers. From 1998 to 2008, Lei spent 10 years walking across China. He walked about 81,000 kilometers—almost twice around the equator (赤道)! During the trip, he wore out 52 pairs of shoes and lost 19 toenails. Once, he even had to eat snake meat to stay alive in the Shennongjia Forest. He faced many dangers, like mudslides (泥石流) and wolf attacks, but he never gave up. In 2008 he made history by walking alone through the Lop Nur Desert—a dry, dangerous place. He walked 1,100 kilometers in 31 days and became the first person to do that alone. Lei didn’t just walk for fun. He visited all 56 ethnic groups (民族) in China, took 40,000 photos and wrote 3.2 million words in his notes. These notes became a “living record” of Chinese culture and nature. He also helped others during his trip—he gave money to poor students and joined in flood rescue (抗洪) work in Hunan Province. Now, Lei still works for nature and education. He leads teams to study the environment, like protecting the source of the Yangtze River. Last year, he took a group of scientists to collect water samples there. He also works with traditional artists to turn his travel notes into art, so more people can learn about environmental protection. For students, he organizes hiking camps in Heilongjiang’s forests, where kids learn to identify wild plants and understand local ethnic cultures. Lei’s story tells us: True adventure is not just about walking far. It’s about loving our land and protecting it. 1．Why is Lei called “the modern Xu Xiake”? A．Because he was born near Harbin. B．Because he made a great walking journey. C．Because he lived exactly the same as Xu Xiake did 400 years ago. D．Because he likes reading Xu Xiake’s books. 2．What can we know about Lei Diansheng’s 10-year journey? A．He walked around the equator twice. B．He wore 52 pairs of new shoes. C．He faced many dangers but kept going. D．He finished his trip in 2000. 3．What is the correct order of Lei Diansheng’s life events according to the passage? ① He became the first person to walk alone through the Lop Nur Desert. ② He spent 10 years preparing for his journey across China. ③ He had to eat snake meat to stay alive in the Shennongjia Forest. ④ He led a group of scientists to collect water samples at the source of the Yangtze River. ⑤ He started his 10-year journey walking across China. A．②⑤③①④ B．②⑤③④① C．⑤②③①④ D．⑤③②④① 4．What can we infer from Lei’s work now? A．He only cares about the Yangtze River. B．His travel notes are turned to art completely by himself. C．He wants more people to protect nature. D．He organizes hiking camps where kids learn about art. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了中国著名探险家雷殿生被称为“现代徐霞客”的原因，详细描述了他十年徒步穿越中国的艰难历程及其后的环保与教育工作，展现了他对土地的热爱和保护自然的决心。 【详解】63．第一段中“he is called ‘the modern Xu Xiake’ for his great journey.”可知，他被称为“现代徐霞客”是因为他那伟大的旅程。 1．第二段中“He faced many dangers, like mudslides and wolf attacks, but he never gave up.”可知，他在旅途中面临了许多危险，如泥石流和狼的袭击，但他从未放弃，一直在坚持前行。 2．根据文章内容梳理时间线：⑤对应第二段“From 1998 to 2008, Lei spent 10 years walking across China.”；②对应第一段“Before starting his trip, he spent 10 years preparing...”；③对应第二段“Once, he even had to eat snake meat to stay alive in the Shennongjia Forest.”；①对应第二段“In 2008 he made history by walking alone through the Lop Nur Desert...”；④对应第四段“Last year, he took a group of scientists to collect water samples there.”。正确顺序应为②⑤③①④。 3．最后一段“Lei’s story tells us: True adventure is not just about walking far. It’s about loving our land and protecting it.”以及第四段提到的环保工作，可以推断出他现在的工作核心是希望更多人参与自然保护。 Passage 3 （2026·广州大学附属中学·二模）Do you know the five main senses we have? They are touch, taste, sight, smell and hearing. They are controlled by different parts of our brains. So we call the brain our built-in “BeiDou”. Brains help our bodies work smoothly. Try this: close your eyes and touch your nose. It’s easy, right? That’s because our brains can receive messages about where our body parts are. We can also stand on one leg without falling down. If we lose our balance, our brains will give us orders to fix it. Brains are also life-saving heroes. Tests show that people see spider pictures faster than flowers. Some researchers also found that people react (作出反应) to loud noises faster than to a friend’s voice. Scientists aren’t completely sure about the reasons. Some suggest that this skill might come from ancient times. Our ancestors were often faced with predators. So they had to protect themselves from dangerous animals like spiders and tigers, or they would lose their lives. Until today, we still jump at sudden noises or shadows (影子) in dark rooms. Here is more about the brain. Can you imagine seeing colors when you hear music, or tasting candy when you see the sunshine? It’s called sense mixing. Scientists think this happens when different senses intermingle (相互交织). Another fact is that temperature sometimes influences our senses. Some people can feel storms coming through with knee pain. So we often joke that we’re “human weather apps”. Also, our brains are able to make adjustments (调整) to some senses. If someone can’t see well, his hearing or touch might become stronger. Though scientists have done much research on the brain, there’s still a lot to do. Have you ever wondered why some people are better at sports? What’s the secret to improving memory? Then it’s time for you to start your discovery journey. 1．What do the two examples in the first paragraph show? A．Human brains are different. B．Brains help our bodies work well. C．People have many living habits. D．Humans can touch their noses easily. 2．Which animal in the following is probably a “predator”? A．A lion. B．A sheep. C．A deer. D．A butterfly. 3．According to paragraph 3, what might happen if your senses mix? A．You can tie your shoes without looking. B．You taste sweetness when seeing a rainbow. C．You jump when someone shouts suddenly. D．You feel pain in your knees before the rain comes. 4．What is the writing purpose of the last paragraph? A．To improve people’s memory. B．To show the value of our brains. C．To encourage brain studies. D．To admire scientists’ efforts. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文介绍了大脑的功能，包括控制身体平衡、应对危险、感官混合等，并鼓励人们继续探索大脑的奥秘。 【详解】67．第一段指出：“Brains help our bodies work smoothly.”，并通过闭眼摸鼻子和单脚站立两个例子说明大脑帮助身体良好运作。 1．第二段提到“Our ancestors were often faced with predators. So they had to protect themselves from dangerous animals like spiders and tigers, or they would lose their lives.”，祖先要保护自己免受“predators”如蜘蛛和老虎的伤害，因此选项中可能是“predator”的是狮子。 2．第三段指出感官混合的例子包括“tasting candy when you see the sunshine”，因此看到彩虹时尝到甜味符合感官混合的定义。 3．最后一段提出关于大脑的未解之谜，并鼓励读者开始自己的探索之旅，因此写作目的是鼓励大脑研究。 Passage 4 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Guangzhou Embroidery, or Guangxiu, is one of China’s four famous embroidery styles. With a history of over 1,000 years, this traditional craft is known for its bright colors, lively patterns, and 3-D appearance. However, like many traditional arts, it was once in danger of disappearing. In the past, learning Guangxiu required many years of practice. Young people found it too difficult and time-consuming, so fewer and fewer wanted to learn it. By the early 2000s, only a few elderly masters still knew the skills. The craft was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (非遗) in 2006, which helped draw attention to its value. Today, a new generation is bringing Guangxiu back to life. Art schools in Guangzhou now offer courses in traditional embroidery. Students learn not only the basic stitches (针法) but also how to design modern patterns. One such artist is Chen Yushan, a 24-year-old designer who combines Guangxiu with fashion design. Her embroidered jackets and bags have become popular among young people. Technology is also playing a role in protecting this traditional art. Digital tools allow artists to record and share traditional patterns online. On TikTok, some Guangxiu artists teach users basic embroidery skills through short videos step by step. “We want to make Guangxiu easy to understand for everyone,” says one of the artists. The revival (复兴) of Guangxiu shows that traditional crafts can still be meaningful in modern life. By adding new ideas while protecting traditional skills, young artists are making sure that this thousand-year-old art form will continue for a long time. 1．What can we learn about Guangxiu from the passage? A．Many people liked it around the year 2000. B．It has been a cultural heritage for 1000 years. C．It is the most famous embroidery style in China. D．Young people showed little interest in learning it. 2．What does the example of Chen Yushan mainly show? A．Artists can make money through embroidery. B．Traditional skills can be made popular in new ways. C．Young people are more interested in fashion design. D．Embroidery is becoming more popular than other arts. 3．How do some Guangxiu artists make this traditional art simple? A．By showing their embroidery works to the public. B．By designing modern embroidery courses for art schools. C．By sharing embroidery methods through short videos online. D．By recording traditional embroidery patterns with digital tools. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards the future of Guangxiu? A．Doubtful. B．Hopeful. C．Worried. D．Satisfied. 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了广绣（Guangxiu）这一传统刺绣技艺的历史、面临的困境以及在现代社会中的复兴与传承，展现了传统工艺在当代焕发新生的过程。 【详解】71．根据第二段“Young people found it too difficult and time-consuming, so fewer and fewer wanted to learn it.”可知，年轻人认为广绣太难、太耗时间，越来越少的人愿意学习，说明年轻人对学习广绣兴趣不大，对应选项D。 1．根据第三段“One such artist is Chen Yushan, a 24-year-old designer who combines Guangxiu with fashion design. Her embroidered jackets and bags have become popular among young people.”可知，陈雨珊将广绣与时尚设计结合，让传统技艺以新形式在年轻人中流行，体现了传统技艺可以通过新方式被大众喜爱，对应选项B。 2．根据第四段“On TikTok, some Guangxiu artists teach users basic embroidery skills through short videos step by step. ‘We want to make Guangxiu easy to understand for everyone,’ says one of the artists.” 可知，广绣艺术家通过在网上分享短视频教学刺绣方法，让传统艺术变得简单易懂，对应选项C。 3．根据最后一段“By adding new ideas while protecting traditional skills, young artists are making sure that this thousand-year-old art form will continue for a long time.”可知，作者认为年轻艺术家的努力能让广绣长久延续，对其未来持乐观态度，对应选项B。 Passage 5 （2026·广东广州花都·二模）Are you tired of your daily routine? Have a look at our exciting list of holidays right here in China and decide what type of adventure you’d like. Activity holidays Our activity holidays are for everyone—people who love excitement or simply enjoy outdoor sports. We have a wide choice of water, snow and desert activities. You can go underwater diving in Sanya, Hainan Province, or try exciting boat trips on the small rivers of the Yangtze. If you prefer snow, head to the ski resorts in Zhangjiakou, where the 2022 Winter Olympics were held. Polar (极地)-style trips No need to travel to the ends of the earth—explore China’s own “polar” areas! Take a cruise on the frozen Songhua River in Harbin, where ice and snow turn the city into a winter wonderland. Visit the amazing glaciers of the Qilian Mountains in Gansu, or discover the large snowy fields in the Altay Mountains of Xinjiang. A truly unforgettable experience within our own country! Cultural journeys Our cultural journeys will help you discover ancient civilizations (文明): Dunhuang, Lhasa, Xi’an and many more. Visit the Mogao Caves with thousands of Buddhist paintings, the Potala Palace standing high on the Red Hill, or the Terracotta Warriors guarding the tomb (陵墓) of China’s first emperor. Remember to bring your camera! Get to know local ways of life by exploring lively markets in Xinjiang, tasting handmade noodles in Gansu, and chatting with local people on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau. Wildlife holidays We organize small-group tours to get closer to nature in China’s wild west and south. Go on a wildlife trip in the Wolong Nature Reserve to watch giant pandas in their bamboo forest. Look for golden monkeys in the Shennongjia forests of Hubei. Take a boat trip on the Caohai Lake in Guizhou to see rare black-necked cranes. We use local guides and offer different accommodation, from tents in grasslands to wooden houses by the lake. 1．What is the main purpose of this passage? A．To explain how to plan a trip to different places. B．To compare different types of outdoor activities. C．To introduce the popular places of interest in China. D．To encourage people to try risk-taking trips in China. 2．What can you learn from the four types of travel? A．Adventure travel usually costs a lot of money. B．China provides rich nature, culture and adventure. C．Cultural journeys are more meaningful than others. D．Go to try polar trips first for an unforgettable trip. 3．What does the underlined word “accommodation” mean in the last paragraph? A．Places to live or stay. B．Food and drinks. C．Local travel guides. D．Means of transport. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国四种不同类型的特色旅行项目，包括活动假日、极地风情之旅、文化之旅和野生动物假日，旨在向读者推荐多样的旅行选择。 【详解】75．文章开头提到“Have a look at our exciting list of holidays right here in China”，随后分段介绍了活动假期、极地风格旅行、文化之旅和野生动物假期四种类型，并列举了三亚、张家口、哈尔滨、敦煌等多个中国具体景点。因此，文章的主要目的是介绍中国受欢迎的名胜古迹及旅行选择。A项未提及计划步骤，B项未对不同活动进行比较，D项“冒险”不能涵盖文化之旅等所有内容。 1．文章介绍的四种旅行类型分别涵盖了户外运动（冒险）、极地/野生动物（自然）、文化之旅（文化）。综合全文可知，这些内容展示了中国提供了丰富的自然、文化和冒险体验。A项文中未提及费用，C项未比较哪种旅行更有意义，D项未建议优先尝试极地旅行。 2．根据划线词所在的句子“We use local guides and offer different accommodation, from tents in grasslands to wooden houses by the lake.”可知，划线词后的例子“草原上的帐篷”和“湖边的木屋”都是指旅行中居住的地方。因此accommodation意为“住宿”，即“居住或停留的地方”。 主题03 人与自然 Passage 1 （2026·广州五中滨江·二模）Imagine you are taking a long trip to space with your pet. How do you both stay healthy in tough conditions such as microgravity (微重力)? On Oct 31, 2025, China sent four mice into space on Shenzhou XXI. This was the first time that China had sent mice into space for research. Earlier, China had sent other small animals like zebrafish (斑马鱼) and fruit flies. After the mice returned with the Shenzhou XXI spaceship, preliminary observations (初步观察) showed that the mice adapted well to the microgravity environment. Scientists would do more studies to learn how space changed the mice’s bodies. This would help them know more about space’s influence on living things. Mice are perfect for space research because they share genetic (基因的) similarities with humans. And they are small, so they need little room on the spaceship. What is more, they grow quickly and live only about two years. For example, six months in space for a mouse is like more than ten years for a human. This allows scientists to learn about long-term space effects on humans in just months, rather than years. Internationally, sending animals to space began in the late 1940s. At first, scientists wanted to see if life could survive in space. Today, studies break new ground — their focus is not just on survival, but also on illnesses on Earth. For example, they have found a way to slow bone (骨头) loss and help new bones grow. This useful discovery not only helps astronauts stay healthy in space, but also gives hope to people with bone problems on Earth. Also, if people live on other planets one day, we can’t live without animals. Besides being friends, animals help keep nature in order. To make this possible, scientists will carry out more space animal studies in the coming years, trying to solve more problems and make space travel safer for all living things. 1．When did China send four mice into space? A．In the late 1940s. B．On Oct 31, 2025. C．On Nov 14, 2025. D．We don’t know. 2．Why are mice perfect for space research? ①They share genetic similarities with humans. ②They are small and need little room. ③They grow quickly and live a short life. A．①② B．①③ C．②③ D．①②③ 3．What does the underlined phrase “break new ground” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Avoid mistakes in research. B．Make new discoveries. C．Share ideas with other groups. D．Use old ways to solve problems. 4．What will probably be talked about next? A．Plans for future space animal research. B．Results of past space animal research. C．Methods to feed animals in space. D．Research on plants instead of animals. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中国送小鼠进入太空开展科研的相关情况，阐明了小鼠适合太空研究的原因，同时介绍了国际太空动物研究的发展历程与科研价值，并展望了未来的研究方向。 【详解】89．第二段明确指出：“On Oct 31, 2025, China sent four mice into space on Shenzhou XXI”，直接点明了中国将四只小鼠送入太空的具体时间，对应选项B。 1．第三段从多方面说明：“Mice are perfect for space research because they share genetic similarities with humans. And they are small, so they need little room on the spaceship. What is more, they grow quickly and live only about two years”，完整阐述了小鼠适合太空研究的三点原因，对应选项D。 2．第四段提到：“Today, studies break new ground — their focus is not just on survival, but also on illnesses on Earth”，结合上下文可推断出“break new ground”指研究取得新突破、有了新发现，对应选项B。 3．最后一段结尾提到：“To make this possible, scientists will carry out more space animal studies in the coming years”，由此可推知下文大概率会介绍未来太空动物研究的相关计划，对应选项A。 Passage 2 （24-25初三下·广州育才中学·阶段性练习）Have you ever imagined a garbage burning factory does not have enough rubbish to burn? In some cities, this is becoming true. In the past, people made too much rubbish. Cities built waste-to-energy factories to burn rubbish and make electricity. But now, some factories get less daily household waste. They are becoming “hungry”. This is actually good news for us. Why does this happen? Because waste recycling works well today. People sort their rubbish carefully; kitchen waste can be made into fertilizer (肥料), while plastic, paper, glass and metal can be used again. There is less leftover rubbish to burn. Besides, people learn to cut down waste and reuse things in daily life. Even so, waste-to-energy factories are still useful. Here is how they work: * Arriving: Trucks put rubbish into a big storage area. A machine mixes it up. * Reacting: Then the rubbish goes into a hot oven with a temperature over 850°C． ▲ Heat causes a burning reaction here. Natural waste such as food, paper and wood reacts with oxygen (O2), breaking down to give off heat, carbon dioxide (CO2) and water vapor (H2O). The high-pressure vapor makes a machine called a turbine (涡轮) run fast. The fast-moving turbine is connected to another machine to make electricity. * Cleaning the smoke: Before smoke goes into the air, cleaners make it clean. About 90% of the waste at the beginning is gone. The ash (灰) left can be used for building houses, and metal in the ash can be collected and recycled again. Good points: It cuts down waste greatly, saves ground space for rubbish, makes electricity and collects metal for reuse. Bad points: Burning rubbish still makes CO₂ gas. What’s more, people may think burning can solve all problems and forget to reduce and reuse waste first. Right recycling is the most useful way to protect our home. The future will be a greener world where no waste is left useless. 1．What can people do with kitchen waste according to the passage? A．It can be made into fertilizer. B．It can be sold for money. C．It can be kept in storage forever. D．It can be used to clean water. 2．Which sentence can be put into ▲ in Paragraph 6? A．This is where math is recorded! B．This is where chemistry happens! C．This is where physics takes control! D．This is where biology starts working! 3．Why are the good and bad points included in the passage? A．Because they show the writer’s personal feelings. B．Because they tell readers what to do immediately. C．Because they give a balanced and complete opinion. D．Because they make the passage longer and easier to read. 4．What is the writer’s main purpose in writing this passage? A．To warn people not to build rubbish-burning factories. B．To teach students how to sort kitchen waste at home. C．To explain how a turbine works to make electricity. D．To introduce garbage factories and ways to deal with waste. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了垃圾焚烧发电厂因垃圾分类和减量而面临垃圾不足的现状，同时解释了焚烧厂的工作原理及其优缺点。 【详解】93．第三段明确指出：“kitchen waste can be made into fertilizer”，说明厨余垃圾可以被制成肥料。 1．第五段空格后紧接着描述了“Heat causes a burning reaction here. Natural waste... reacts with oxygen... breaking down...”，这些描述涉及燃烧反应、物质分解和化学变化，因此“This is where chemistry happens!”（这是发生化学反应的地方！）最符合语境。 2．文章最后列出了垃圾焚烧发电的“Good points”（优点）和“Bad points”（缺点），既提到了它能减少垃圾、发电，也指出了它会产生二氧化碳及可能让人忽视源头减量。这种正反两方面的描述是为了给读者提供一个全面、客观（balanced and complete）的观点。 3．通读全文可知，文章首先引出了垃圾焚烧厂“缺垃圾”的现象，接着解释了回收利用的作用，然后详细介绍了焚烧厂的工作流程及优缺点，最后呼吁正确的回收。因此，作者的主要目的是介绍垃圾焚烧厂以及处理垃圾的方法。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $