Unit 3 Curious minds（暑假单元自测）新八年级英语新教材沪教版五四制上册

U3暑假单元自测卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：100分） 注意：本卷试题均采用连续编号，所有答案务必按照规定在答题纸上完成，做在练习卷上不给分。 一、语法选择(共10分) Chen Min is a 57-year-old woman from Chongqing. She loves taking risks. Last year, she 1 finished the North Pole Marathon (北极点马拉松). This is 2 unusual race—it takes place on ice. The runners have to deal 3 the freezing weather and protect themselves from polar bears. Last summer, temperatures in the area were 4 than usual, causing the ice to become much thinner. Under these 5 , the runners had to be very careful. Even many experienced runners 6 it as the most challenging race. Chen’s team, with an average age of over 60, finished the marathon the fastest, in 8 hours and 52 minutes. However, this was not Chen’s only achievement. Before that, she walked to the South Pole 7 climbed the Seven Summits (七大洲最高峰). Chen is the first Chinese woman 8 these goals! “Age is never a problem,” she said after the race. She encouraged people, especially middle-aged women, to challenge 9 and follow their dreams. “ 10 you dare to take the first step, you can see the world’s most amazing landscapes,” she added. 1．A．success B．successful C．successfully 2．A．an B．the C．/ 3．A．of B．with C．at 4．A．high B．higher C．highest 5．A．condition B．conditions C．conditions’ 6．A．described B．describe C．will describe 7．A．and B．but C．so 8．A．achieving B．achieve C．to achieve 9．A．they B．themselves C．their 10．A．Even though B．Because C．As long as 二、选词填空(共5分) 将下列单词或词组填入空格。每空格限填一词或词组，每词或词组只能填一次。 A．satisfied   B．curious   C． driven   D．filled   E. interested   F. Curiosity 11 is like a bright torch that lights up our journey through life. It’s the eager feeling inside us, always pushing us to explore, ask questions, and discover new things. When I was young, I was super 12 about how birds could fly. I spent days observing them in the park, noticing how they flapped their wings and adjusted their bodies. This curiosity not only 13 my thirst for knowledge but also opened my eyes to the wonders of nature. In school, curiosity helps us a lot. If we’re 14 in math, we’ll be more likely to solve difficult problems. What’s more, curiosity can lead to great changes. Many scientists, like Newton, were 15 by curiosity. Newton’s curiosity about why apples fell led to his discovery of gravity. This simple question changed the way we understand the world. 三、单词拼写(共8分) 16．The government will do everything it can ________ (set) up nature reserves to protect the wildlife. 17．We move the mouse ________ (control) the computer. 18．Remember ________ (visit) the Great Wall when you’re in Beijing. 19．We decided ________ (sell) something that we no longer use. 20．We strongly advised him _________ (treat) the disabled kindly. 21．Our class plans ________ (have) a study trip to Shenglong Rabbit tomorrow. 22．Nowadays, many teenagers seem ________ (care) about what they look like more. 23．I’m so busy every day, but I never forget ________ (eat) breakfast. 四、补全对话（10分） Complete the conversation (根据所给要求用适当的内容完成对话) A: Progress in technology made a difference in travel and communication. B: But in 18th-century London, there were no buses or railways, 24 ? (反义疑问句) A: No, there weren’t. People only walked or used horse carriages to travel. The streets, however, were far from clean. B: 25 ? (对下一句的划线部分提问) A: The streets were dirty and smelly. They were filled with waste and pollution. B: 26 ? (对时间提问) A: Cities started growing rapidly in the 19th century. It was closely linked to industrialization (工业化) actually. B: Did factories also appear in other cities like Manchester? A: 27 . (回答) Industrialization spread beyond London, transforming places like Manchester into industrial hubs. B: 28 ? (对下一句的划线部分提问) A: Another major change was the growth of the cities. Industrialization brought crowds to urban areas, which definitely has a negative effect on cities. B: Today’s world is a lot different from the past! 五、阅读理解 (共20分) A. (每题2分，共10分) Five students are talking about different types of books they are interested in. Match the students’ description with the proper book. 29 Betty: I love adventurous stories, especially the ones where characters get over difficulties through wisdom and teamwork. For example, they work together to solve problems. 30 Tracy: I’m really fond of animal stories. I think animals are humans’ great helpers. They can do amazing things to help people in stories. I will be moved for sure. 31 Ellie: I’m crazy about science fiction, especially stories about AI. I’m so curious about how AI will be in the future and how it will influence our life. 32 Henry: My grandpa passed away a few weeks ago. I’m sad and keep wondering why I lost such a loving man. I need a book that might help me with this. 33 Jimmy: I don’t have any confidence in my looks and always complain about the people around me. Maybe a book could change that? A．Helene Schweiger tells a story of finding magic in her book The Magic Pond. The children learn about magic and use magic to play tricks on others, even on their teachers. B．Sally, Andrew and Robin have plenty of challenges during the adventure. Will their bravery and friendship be enough to leave the swamp (沼泽) alive? Read Swamp fire! C． The novel The New Boy, talks about the possible future of AI and how it will relate to humans. Although AI helps us a lot, it may also become a problem. D．The Book of Boy, is a fantasy novel. The main character, Boy, is often made fun of by other kids because of his looks. The story teaches readers to see others and themselves in a new light. E. What will happen after people die? The Great Blue Yonder, explains some of it. The book can make people think about the meaning of life and death and the warmth of memory. F. Noodle, who has been trained to be a “World-famous Helper Dog”, is the main character in the children’s novel Noodle Helps Gabriel Say Goodbye. B.根据短文内容选择最恰当的答案。 (每题2分，共10分) Curiosity is like a magic key that helps children unlock the doors to knowledge and growth. During childhood, asking questions such as “Why is the sky blue?” or “How do birds fly?” shows a natural desire to explore the world. This curiosity drives learning and shapes their development in amazing ways. First, curiosity improves learning. When children are curious, their brains become active in searching for answers. For example, a child who wonders how plants grow might read books, watch videos, or even plant seeds to observe the process. This hands-on experience helps them remember information better and builds critical thinking skills. Second, curiosity encourages creativity. Curious kids often try new activities or solve problems in unique ways. Imagine a child experimenting with building blocks: they might fail many times, but each attempt teaches them something new. Over time, they learn to think outside the box and develop creative solutions. Also, curiosity helps children face challenges. Life is full of unknowns, but curious minds see challenges as adventures. Students struggling with math might ask questions, seek help, and practice until they succeed. This builds confidence and resilience. To support children’s growth, parents and teachers should encourage questions, provide learning resources, and let them explore safely. Remember, curiosity is not just about finding answers—it’s about enjoying the journey of discovery. By nurturing curiosity, we help kids become lifelong learners and creative thinkers. In short, curiosity lights the path of growth. Let’s protect this precious gift in every child! 34．What is curiosity compared to in the article? A．A treasure map. B．A dark night. C．A magic key. D．A mystery box. 35．Which question does the article mention as an example of children’s curiosity? A．How do birds fly? B．Why do animals have different colors? C．What causes seasons to change? D．When do stars appear? 36．What skill does a child develop by planting seeds to observe plant growth? A．Artistic talent. B．Critical thinking. C．Musical ability. D．Physical strength. 37．How does curiosity help children face challenges according to the article? A．By making them avoid difficulties. B．By teaching them to see challenges as adventures. C．By letting others solve problems for them. D．By memorizing answers quickly. 38．What should parents do to support children’s curiosity? A．Give them more homework. B．Limit their exploration. C．Always give direct answers. D．Encourage questions and provide resources. 六、完形填空(共12分) Choose the best answer and complete the passage（选择最恰当的选项完成短文） Jack, a ten-year-old boy full of curiosity, always wants to explore and learn new things. One day the family’s fridge started making strange noises. Jack 39 the problem and decided to fix it himself. However, the repair didn’t go as planned. When Dad 40 the repair would cost $200, he thought it was a chance to make Jack understand the 41 of responsibility. So he asked Jack to pay back every cent. Jack agreed. A few days later, Jack told his father that he had found a job as a paperboy to pay back the money. One evening at dinner Jack got angry all of a sudden. Dad decided to talk with Jack privately. Jack explained that he was tired from selling newspapers. He did the job just to make money. Dad 42 his own unhappy day in his work. He explained how he was yelled (叫嚷) at by the leader and a customer. 43 he had his bad day, Dad pointed out that he hadn’t taken his anger out on the family. Jack realized his 44 and said sorry to everyone. This experience touched Jack. From that day on, no matter what he went through, he never took his anger out on his friends or family again. The best education is leading by example. 39．A．caused B．noticed C．solved D．connected 40．A．found out B．heard from C．cared about D．looked for 41．A．method B．experience C．importance D．secret 42．A．hated B．forgot C．shared D．liked 43．A．Though B．If C．When D．Because 44．A．dream B．difficulty C．mistake D．chance 七、任务型阅读(共12分) 根据短文内容回答下列问题 Curiosity is like a spark that lights up our desire to explore the unknown. In today’s fast-changing world, it’s more important than ever. From the latest AI technologies to space exploration, human curiosity drives innovation and progress. Take Elon Musk, for example. His curiosity about sustainable energy led to the creation of Tesla and SpaceX. He once said, “I want to understand why things are the way they are.” This mindset pushed him to revolutionize electric cars and rocket science. Similarly, young students around the world are using their curiosity to solve real-world problems. A 15-year-old girl in India invented a low-cost water purifier after seeing her community struggle with clean water. Her curiosity turned into a solution that now helps thousands. But curiosity isn’t just for scientists. It’s about asking questions and seeking answers. When you wonder how a smartphone works or why leaves change color, you’re using curiosity. Schools are now encouraging students to explore through projects like coding robots or growing plants. These activities help develop critical thinking and creativity. However, curiosity needs courage. Sometimes, the answers aren’t easy. Thomas Edison failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. He saw failure as a step forward, not a stop. This attitude is key: never stop wondering, even when things get tough. As we face challenges like climate change, curiosity will guide us to new solutions. Whether it’s finding renewable energy or curing diseases, the next big idea might start with a simple question. So keep asking, “Why?” and let your curiosity lead the way. The future belongs to those who dare to wonder. 45．Who is Elon Musk and what did his curiosity lead to? 46．What problem did the 15-year-old girl in India solve, and how? 47．How do schools encourage students to explore according to the passage? 48．How did Thomas Edison view failure? 49．What challenges can curiosity help us face according to the passage? 50．What is the author’s advice about curiosity in the passage? 八、书面表达(共23分) 51．My Curious Experience题目要求： 在生活中，我们总会对一些事物充满好奇 —— 也许是夜晚闪烁的星星、蚂蚁搬家的路线，或是家里电器的工作原理。请根据以下要求，写一篇60-80 词的短文，描述一次因好奇心引发的经历。 内容需包含：你好奇的事物是什么？为了探索它你做了什么？最终的结果和感受如何？ 至少运用两种生动描写技巧(参考教材 P46：描述想法感受、添加感官细节、制造悬念)。 需使用本单元核心词汇(如 curious, wonder, explore, discover 等)和至少一个不定式结构(如 decide to do, want to find out)。写作提示： 可参考教材中 Wang Yiming 的故事结构(起因—经过—结果)，并运用 Dr. Hu 提到的技巧让文字更生动： 描述想法：用 “I wondered...”, “I couldn’t stop thinking...” 表达好奇心； 感官细节：记录看到的(sight)、听到的(sound)或触摸到的(touch)细节； 制造悬念：用 “奇怪的现象” 开头，如 “A strange noise woke me up...”。 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ U3暑假单元自测卷 （考试时间：90分钟 试卷满分：100分） 注意：本卷试题均采用连续编号，所有答案务必按照规定在答题纸上完成，做在练习卷上不给分。 一、语法选择(共10分) Chen Min is a 57-year-old woman from Chongqing. She loves taking risks. Last year, she 1 finished the North Pole Marathon (北极点马拉松). This is 2 unusual race—it takes place on ice. The runners have to deal 3 the freezing weather and protect themselves from polar bears. Last summer, temperatures in the area were 4 than usual, causing the ice to become much thinner. Under these 5 , the runners had to be very careful. Even many experienced runners 6 it as the most challenging race. Chen’s team, with an average age of over 60, finished the marathon the fastest, in 8 hours and 52 minutes. However, this was not Chen’s only achievement. Before that, she walked to the South Pole 7 climbed the Seven Summits (七大洲最高峰). Chen is the first Chinese woman 8 these goals! “Age is never a problem,” she said after the race. She encouraged people, especially middle-aged women, to challenge 9 and follow their dreams. “ 10 you dare to take the first step, you can see the world’s most amazing landscapes,” she added. 1．A．success B．successful C．successfully 2．A．an B．the C．/ 3．A．of B．with C．at 4．A．high B．higher C．highest 5．A．condition B．conditions C．conditions’ 6．A．described B．describe C．will describe 7．A．and B．but C．so 8．A．achieving B．achieve C．to achieve 9．A．they B．themselves C．their 10．A．Even though B．Because C．As long as 【答案】 1．C 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．B 6．A 7．A 8．C 9．B 10．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了57岁的重庆女性Chen Min热爱冒险，成功完成北极点马拉松等挑战，鼓励人们勇于追梦。 【详解】1．句意：去年，她成功完成了北极点马拉松。 修饰动词“finished”用副词successfully“成功地”。 2．句意：这是一场不同寻常的赛事——它在冰上举办。 此处泛指“一场不寻常的比赛”，“unusual”以元音音素开头，泛指用不定冠词an。定冠词the表特指，以及零冠词都不符合语境。 3．句意：跑步者必须应对严寒的天气，并保护自己免受北极熊的伤害。 固定搭配deal with表示“应付，处理”。deal不和of以及at搭配成短语。 4．句意：去年夏天，该地区的气温比往年更高，导致冰面变得薄了很多。 “than”是比较级的标志，要用high的比较级higher。highest是最高级，不符合语法要求。 5．句意：在这种条件下，跑步者必须非常小心。 “these”后接可数名词复数conditions“条件”。空后没有名词，不需要所有格“conditions’”修饰。 6．句意：就连许多经验丰富的跑步者都称这是最具挑战性的比赛。 第二段叙述去年发生的事件，用一般过去时，谓语动词用过去式described。describe是原形，will describe是一般将来时，不符合语法要求。 7．句意：在那之前，她徒步走到了南极，并攀登了七大洲最高峰。 “walked to the South Pole”和“climbed the Seven Summits”是并列的两个成就，用并列连词and连接。but表转折，so表结果，均不符合语境。 8．句意：Chen Min是第一位达成这些目标的中国女性。 固定结构“the first+名词+to do sth.”意为“第一个做某事的……”，不定式to achieve作后置定语。 9．句意：她鼓励人们，尤其是中年女性，去挑战自我，追寻自己的梦想。 固定搭配challenge oneself表示“挑战自我”，此处指代“people”，用反身代词themselves。they是人称代词，their是物主代词，均不符合语法要求。 10．句意：只要你敢迈出第一步，你就能看到世界上最令人惊叹的风景。 前后句是条件关系，用as long as“只要”引导条件状语从句。even though表让步，because表原因，均不符合语境。 二、选词填空(共5分) 将下列单词或词组填入空格。每空格限填一词或词组，每词或词组只能填一次。 A．satisfied   B．curious   C． driven   D．filled   E. interested   F. Curiosity 11 is like a bright torch that lights up our journey through life. It’s the eager feeling inside us, always pushing us to explore, ask questions, and discover new things. When I was young, I was super 12 about how birds could fly. I spent days observing them in the park, noticing how they flapped their wings and adjusted their bodies. This curiosity not only 13 my thirst for knowledge but also opened my eyes to the wonders of nature. In school, curiosity helps us a lot. If we’re 14 in math, we’ll be more likely to solve difficult problems. What’s more, curiosity can lead to great changes. Many scientists, like Newton, were 15 by curiosity. Newton’s curiosity about why apples fell led to his discovery of gravity. This simple question changed the way we understand the world. 【答案】11．F 12．B 13．A 14．E 15．C 【导语】本文讲述了好奇心在我们人生旅程中所起的重要作用。 【详解】11．句意：好奇心就像一支明亮的火炬，照亮我们的人生旅程。根据所给词和句中“It’s the eager feeling inside us, always pushing us to explore, ask questions, and discover new things.”可知，此句是说好奇心像火炬照亮我们的人生旅程，应用名词curiosity作主语，意为“好奇心”。故选F。 12．句意：当我小的时候，我对鸟是怎么飞的非常好奇。根据所给词和句中“how birds could fly”可知，此句是说作者对鸟怎么飞非常好奇。be curious about“对……感到好奇”，curious“好奇的”，形容词。故选B。 13．句意：这种好奇心不仅满足了我对知识的渴望，也开阔了我的眼界，让我看到了大自然的奇观。根据所给词和句中“my thirst for knowledge”可知，此句是说好奇心满足了自己对知识的渴望。satisfied“满足……”，此处作动词，故选A。 14．句意：如果我们对数学感兴趣，我们就更有可能解决难题。根据所给词和句中“we’ll be more likely to solve difficult problems”可知，此句是说如果对数学感兴趣。be interested in“对……感兴趣”，interested“感兴趣的”，故选E。 15．句意：许多科学家，比如牛顿，都是被好奇心驱使的。根据所给词和句中“by curiosity”可知，此句是说许多科学家是被好奇心驱使的。driven是“drive”的过去分词，此处表示被动，意为“驱使”。故选C。 三、单词拼写(共8分) 16．The government will do everything it can ________ (set) up nature reserves to protect the wildlife. 【答案】to set 【详解】句意：政府将尽其所能建立自然保护区来保护野生动物。此处用动词不定式作目的状语，表示“为了保护野生动物”，set应为to set。 17．We move the mouse ________ (control) the computer. 【答案】to control 【详解】句意：我们移动鼠标来控制电脑。句子中move the mouse的目的是control the computer，需要用动词不定式来表示目的，所以control要变为to control。 18．Remember ________ (visit) the Great Wall when you’re in Beijing. 【答案】 to visit 【详解】句意：你在北京的时候，记得要去参观长城。固定搭配remember to do sth意为“记得去做某事（事情还未做）”，此处应填to visit。 19．We decided ________ (sell) something that we no longer use. 【答案】to sell 【详解】句意： 我们决定卖掉一些我们不再使用的东西。decide to do sth.“决定做某事”是固定搭配，此处应该用动词不定式作宾语。应填to sell。 20．We strongly advised him _________ (treat) the disabled kindly. 【答案】 to treat 【详解】句意：我们强烈建议他友善地对待残疾人。固定用法“advise somebody to do something”，意为“建议某人做某事”，因此括号内的动词treat应使用不定式形式to treat，故填to treat。 21．Our class plans ________ (have) a study trip to Shenglong Rabbit tomorrow. 【答案】 to have 【详解】句意：我们班计划明天去圣龙兔考察旅行。固定搭配plan to do sth.意为“计划做某事”，plan后需要接动词不定式作宾语，因此空处填to have。 22．Nowadays, many teenagers seem ________ (care) about what they look like more. 【答案】 to care 【详解】句意：如今，许多青少年似乎更关心他们的外貌。“seem to do sth.”是固定搭配，意为“似乎做某事”，此处需用动词不定式作宾语，故填to care。 23．I’m so busy every day, but I never forget ________ (eat) breakfast. 【答案】 to eat 【详解】句意：我每天都很忙，但我从来没有忘记吃早餐。forget后接动词不定式（to do）表示“忘记要做某事（还未做）”，接动名词（doing）表示“忘记做过某事（已做）”。根据句意“我每天很忙，但从未忘记吃早餐”，这里强调“不忘去吃早餐”，动作还未发生，所以要用不定式形式。故填to eat。 四、补全对话（10分） Complete the conversation (根据所给要求用适当的内容完成对话) A: Progress in technology made a difference in travel and communication. B: But in 18th-century London, there were no buses or railways, 24 ? (反义疑问句) A: No, there weren’t. People only walked or used horse carriages to travel. The streets, however, were far from clean. B: 25 ? (对下一句的划线部分提问) A: The streets were dirty and smelly. They were filled with waste and pollution. B: 26 ? (对时间提问) A: Cities started growing rapidly in the 19th century. It was closely linked to industrialization (工业化) actually. B: Did factories also appear in other cities like Manchester? A: 27 . (回答) Industrialization spread beyond London, transforming places like Manchester into industrial hubs. B: 28 ? (对下一句的划线部分提问) A: Another major change was the growth of the cities. Industrialization brought crowds to urban areas, which definitely has a negative effect on cities. B: Today’s world is a lot different from the past! 【答案】24．were there 25．What were the streets like 26．When did cities start growing rapidly 27．Yes, they did 28．What was another major change 【导语】本文是一段对话，围绕科技进步对交通、城市发展的影响展开，谈及18世纪伦敦的交通、街道状况及19世纪工业化带来的城市变化。 【详解】24．根据“there were no buses or railways”可知，此处是there be句型的反义疑问句，前否后肯，故填were there。 25．根据“The streets were dirty and smelly.”可知，此处是对街道状况提问，故填What were the streets like。 26．根据“Cities started growing rapidly in the 19th century.”可知，此处是对时间提问，故填When did cities start growing rapidly。 27．根据“Industrialization spread beyond London...”可知，此处是对一般疑问句的肯定回答，故填Yes, they did。 28．根据“Another major change was the growth of the cities.”可知，此处是提问另一个主要变化是什么，故填What was another major change。 五、阅读理解 (共20分) A. (每题2分，共10分) Five students are talking about different types of books they are interested in. Match the students’ description with the proper book. 29 Betty: I love adventurous stories, especially the ones where characters get over difficulties through wisdom and teamwork. For example, they work together to solve problems. 30 Tracy: I’m really fond of animal stories. I think animals are humans’ great helpers. They can do amazing things to help people in stories. I will be moved for sure. 31 Ellie: I’m crazy about science fiction, especially stories about AI. I’m so curious about how AI will be in the future and how it will influence our life. 32 Henry: My grandpa passed away a few weeks ago. I’m sad and keep wondering why I lost such a loving man. I need a book that might help me with this. 33 Jimmy: I don’t have any confidence in my looks and always complain about the people around me. Maybe a book could change that? A．Helene Schweiger tells a story of finding magic in her book The Magic Pond. The children learn about magic and use magic to play tricks on others, even on their teachers. B．Sally, Andrew and Robin have plenty of challenges during the adventure. Will their bravery and friendship be enough to leave the swamp (沼泽) alive? Read Swamp fire! C． The novel The New Boy, talks about the possible future of AI and how it will relate to humans. Although AI helps us a lot, it may also become a problem. D．The Book of Boy, is a fantasy novel. The main character, Boy, is often made fun of by other kids because of his looks. The story teaches readers to see others and themselves in a new light. E. What will happen after people die? The Great Blue Yonder, explains some of it. The book can make people think about the meaning of life and death and the warmth of memory. F. Noodle, who has been trained to be a “World-famous Helper Dog”, is the main character in the children’s novel Noodle Helps Gabriel Say Goodbye. 【答案】29．B 30．F 31．C 32．E 33．D 【导语】本文介绍了五名学生各自感兴趣的书籍类型，需要根据他们的描述匹配相应的书籍。 29．根据“Betty: I love adventurous stories, especially the ones where characters get over difficulties through wisdom and teamwork. For example, they work together to solve problems.”可知，Betty喜欢冒险故事，特别是角色通过智慧和团队合作克服困难的故事。选项B“Sally, Andrew and Robin在冒险中面临许多挑战。他们的勇气和友谊是否足以让他们活着离开沼泽？阅读《Swamp fire!》”与之匹配，因为这本书是关于冒险和团队合作克服困难的。故选B。 30．根据“Tracy: I’m really fond of animal stories. I think animals are humans’ great helpers. They can do amazing things to help people in stories. I will be moved for sure.”可知，Tracy喜欢动物故事，认为动物是人类的伟大帮手，在故事中它们能做令人惊奇的事情来帮助人们。选项F“Noodle，一只被训练成“世界著名助手狗”的狗，是儿童小说《Noodle Helps Gabriel Say Goodbye》的主角。”与之匹配，因为这本书是关于动物帮助人类的故事。故选F。 31．根据“Ellie: I’m crazy about science fiction, especially stories about AI. I’m so curious about how AI will be in the future and how it will influence our life.”可知，Ellie对科幻小说很着迷，特别是关于人工智能的故事，对人工智能未来会怎样以及它将如何影响我们的生活很好奇。选项C“小说《The New Boy》讲述了人工智能可能的未来以及它将如何与人类相关。尽管人工智能对我们帮助很大，但它也可能成为一个问题。”与之匹配，因为这本书是关于人工智能的科幻小说。故选C。 32．根据“Henry: My grandpa passed away a few weeks ago. I’m sad and keep wondering why I lost such a loving man. I need a book that might help me with this.”可知，Henry的爷爷几周前去世了，他很伤心，一直想知道为什么失去了这么一个有爱心的人，需要一本书来帮助他。选项E“人死后会发生什么？《The Great Blue Yonder》解释了其中的一些。这本书能让人们思考生命和死亡的意义以及记忆的温暖。”与之匹配，因为这本书能帮助Henry思考生命和死亡的意义，缓解他的悲伤。故选E。 33．根据“Jimmy: I don’t have any confidence in my looks and always complain about the people around me. Maybe a book could change that?”可知，Jimmy对自己的外表没有信心，总是抱怨周围的人，也许一本书能改变这种情况。选项D“《The Book of Boy》是一部奇幻小说。主角Boy因为外表经常被其他孩子取笑。这个故事教会读者以新的眼光看待他人和自己。”与之匹配，因为这本书能帮助Jimmy改变对自己的看法，增强自信。故选D。 B.根据短文内容选择最恰当的答案。 (每题2分，共10分) Curiosity is like a magic key that helps children unlock the doors to knowledge and growth. During childhood, asking questions such as “Why is the sky blue?” or “How do birds fly?” shows a natural desire to explore the world. This curiosity drives learning and shapes their development in amazing ways. First, curiosity improves learning. When children are curious, their brains become active in searching for answers. For example, a child who wonders how plants grow might read books, watch videos, or even plant seeds to observe the process. This hands-on experience helps them remember information better and builds critical thinking skills. Second, curiosity encourages creativity. Curious kids often try new activities or solve problems in unique ways. Imagine a child experimenting with building blocks: they might fail many times, but each attempt teaches them something new. Over time, they learn to think outside the box and develop creative solutions. Also, curiosity helps children face challenges. Life is full of unknowns, but curious minds see challenges as adventures. Students struggling with math might ask questions, seek help, and practice until they succeed. This builds confidence and resilience. To support children’s growth, parents and teachers should encourage questions, provide learning resources, and let them explore safely. Remember, curiosity is not just about finding answers—it’s about enjoying the journey of discovery. By nurturing curiosity, we help kids become lifelong learners and creative thinkers. In short, curiosity lights the path of growth. Let’s protect this precious gift in every child! 34．What is curiosity compared to in the article? A．A treasure map. B．A dark night. C．A magic key. D．A mystery box. 35．Which question does the article mention as an example of children’s curiosity? A．How do birds fly? B．Why do animals have different colors? C．What causes seasons to change? D．When do stars appear? 36．What skill does a child develop by planting seeds to observe plant growth? A．Artistic talent. B．Critical thinking. C．Musical ability. D．Physical strength. 37．How does curiosity help children face challenges according to the article? A．By making them avoid difficulties. B．By teaching them to see challenges as adventures. C．By letting others solve problems for them. D．By memorizing answers quickly. 38．What should parents do to support children’s curiosity? A．Give them more homework. B．Limit their exploration. C．Always give direct answers. D．Encourage questions and provide resources. 【答案】34．C 35．A 36．B 37．B 38．D 【导语】本文介绍了好奇心对孩子们成长的重要性，并提供了一些方法来支持孩子们的成长。 34．细节理解题。根据第一段“Curiosity is like a magic key that helps children unlock the doors to knowledge and growth.”可知，文中将好奇心比作一把神奇的钥匙，故选C。 35．细节理解题。根据第一段“During childhood, asking questions such as ‘Why is the sky blue?’ or ‘How do birds fly?’ shows a natural desire to explore the world.”可知，文中提到询问鸟怎样飞来作为孩子好奇心的例子，故选A。 36．细节理解题。根据第二段“For example, a child who wonders how plants grow might read books, watch videos, or even plant seeds to observe the process. This hands-on experience helps them remember information better and builds critical thinking skills.”可知，种种子并观察它的生长过程会培养孩子的批判性思维。故选B。 37．细节理解题。根据第四段“Life is full of unknowns, but curious minds see challenges as adventures.”可知，好奇心通过教给孩子们把挑战视为冒险来帮助他们面对挑战。故选B。 38．细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“To support children’s growth, parents and teachers should encourage questions, provide learning resources, and let them explore safely.”可知，家长和老师应该鼓励提问，并且提供学习资源，去支持孩子的好奇心。故选D。 六、完形填空(共12分) Choose the best answer and complete the passage（选择最恰当的选项完成短文） Jack, a ten-year-old boy full of curiosity, always wants to explore and learn new things. One day the family’s fridge started making strange noises. Jack 39 the problem and decided to fix it himself. However, the repair didn’t go as planned. When Dad 40 the repair would cost $200, he thought it was a chance to make Jack understand the 41 of responsibility. So he asked Jack to pay back every cent. Jack agreed. A few days later, Jack told his father that he had found a job as a paperboy to pay back the money. One evening at dinner Jack got angry all of a sudden. Dad decided to talk with Jack privately. Jack explained that he was tired from selling newspapers. He did the job just to make money. Dad 42 his own unhappy day in his work. He explained how he was yelled (叫嚷) at by the leader and a customer. 43 he had his bad day, Dad pointed out that he hadn’t taken his anger out on the family. Jack realized his 44 and said sorry to everyone. This experience touched Jack. From that day on, no matter what he went through, he never took his anger out on his friends or family again. The best education is leading by example. 39．A．caused B．noticed C．solved D．connected 40．A．found out B．heard from C．cared about D．looked for 41．A．method B．experience C．importance D．secret 42．A．hated B．forgot C．shared D．liked 43．A．Though B．If C．When D．Because 44．A．dream B．difficulty C．mistake D．chance 【答案】39．B 40．A 41．C 42．C 43．A 44．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了一个10岁男孩Jack因好奇尝试修理冰箱，失败后父亲通过让他打工还钱的方式教育他责任感，并通过自身经历教会他控制情绪的故事。 【详解】39．句意：杰克注意到这个问题，然后决定自己修理它。 caused造成；noticed注意到；solved解决；connected连接。这里表示杰克注意到冰箱发出异响。故选B。 40．句意：当爸爸发现修理费要200美元时，他觉得这是个让杰克明白责任重要的机会。 found out发现，查明；heard from收到……的来信；cared about关心；looked for寻找。这里表示爸爸了解了修理冰箱费用。故选A。 41．句意：当爸爸发现修理费要200美元时，他觉得这是个让杰克明白责任重要的机会。 method方法；experience经历；importance重要性；secret秘密。根据“responsibility”可知，是明白责任的重要性。故选C。 42．句意：爸爸分享自己工作中不开心的一天。 hated憎恨；forgot忘记；shared分享；liked喜欢。根据“He explained how he was yelled (叫嚷) at by the leader and a customer.”可知，表示爸爸给杰克讲自己的事，即分享自己白天的工作内容。故选C。 43．句意：尽管他度过了糟糕的一天，爸爸指出他没有把怒气发泄在家人身上。 though尽管；if如果；when当……的时候；because因为。此处为让步关系，尽管爸爸不开心，但未迁怒家人。故选A。 44．句意：杰克意识到自己的错误，然后向大家道歉。 dream梦想；difficulty困难；mistake错误；chance机会。根据“said sorry to everyone”可知，表示杰克通过爸爸分享的故事，意识到自己的错误。故选C。 七、任务型阅读(共12分) 根据短文内容回答下列问题 Curiosity is like a spark that lights up our desire to explore the unknown. In today’s fast-changing world, it’s more important than ever. From the latest AI technologies to space exploration, human curiosity drives innovation and progress. Take Elon Musk, for example. His curiosity about sustainable energy led to the creation of Tesla and SpaceX. He once said, “I want to understand why things are the way they are.” This mindset pushed him to revolutionize electric cars and rocket science. Similarly, young students around the world are using their curiosity to solve real-world problems. A 15-year-old girl in India invented a low-cost water purifier after seeing her community struggle with clean water. Her curiosity turned into a solution that now helps thousands. But curiosity isn’t just for scientists. It’s about asking questions and seeking answers. When you wonder how a smartphone works or why leaves change color, you’re using curiosity. Schools are now encouraging students to explore through projects like coding robots or growing plants. These activities help develop critical thinking and creativity. However, curiosity needs courage. Sometimes, the answers aren’t easy. Thomas Edison failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. He saw failure as a step forward, not a stop. This attitude is key: never stop wondering, even when things get tough. As we face challenges like climate change, curiosity will guide us to new solutions. Whether it’s finding renewable energy or curing diseases, the next big idea might start with a simple question. So keep asking, “Why?” and let your curiosity lead the way. The future belongs to those who dare to wonder. 45．Who is Elon Musk and what did his curiosity lead to? 46．What problem did the 15-year-old girl in India solve, and how? 47．How do schools encourage students to explore according to the passage? 48．How did Thomas Edison view failure? 49．What challenges can curiosity help us face according to the passage? 50．What is the author’s advice about curiosity in the passage? 【答案】45．Elon Musk is an entrepreneur. His curiosity about sustainable energy led to the creation of Tesla and SpaceX. 46．The girl invented a low-cost water purifier after seeing her community struggle with clean water. 47．Schools encourage exploration through projects like coding robots or growing plants. 48．Edison saw failure as a step forward, not a stop. 49．Curiosity helps us face challenges like climate change and finding renewable energy. 50．The author advises us never to stop asking “Why?” and let curiosity guide us. 【导语】本文探讨了好奇心在推动人类探索、创新和进步中的重要作用。 45．根据“His curiosity about sustainable energy led to the creation of Tesla and SpaceX.”可知，Elon Musk是一位企业家，他对可持续能源的好奇心促使他创立了特斯拉和SpaceX。故填Elon Musk is an entrepreneur. His curiosity about sustainable energy led to the creation of Tesla and SpaceX. 46．根据“A 15-year-old girl in India invented a low-cost water purifier after seeing her community struggle with clean water.”可知，她解决了清洁饮水问题，方式是发明低成本净水器。故填The girl invented a low-cost water purifier after seeing her community struggle with clean water. 47．根据“Schools are now encouraging students to explore through projects like coding robots or growing plants”可知，学校通过编程机器人、种植植物等项目鼓励学生探索。故填Schools encourage exploration through projects like coding robots or growing plants. 48．根据“ Thomas Edison failed thousands of times before inventing the light bulb. He saw failure as a step forward, not a stop.”可知，他把失败视为前进的一步，而非停滞。故填Edison saw failure as a step forward, not a stop. 49．根据“ As we face challenges like climate change, curiosity will guide us to new solutions. Whether it’s finding renewable energy or curing diseases, the next big idea might start with a simple question.”可知，好奇心能帮助我们应对诸如气候变化和寻找可再生能源这类挑战。故填Curiosity helps us face challenges like climate change and finding renewable energy. 50．根据文章最后一句“So keep asking, ‘Why?’ and let your curiosity lead the way.”可知，作者建议我们，永远不要停止追问“为什么”，要让好奇心引领我们前行。故填The author advises us never to stop asking “Why?” and let curiosity guide us. 八、书面表达(共23分) 51．My Curious Experience题目要求： 在生活中，我们总会对一些事物充满好奇 —— 也许是夜晚闪烁的星星、蚂蚁搬家的路线，或是家里电器的工作原理。请根据以下要求，写一篇60-80 词的短文，描述一次因好奇心引发的经历。 内容需包含：你好奇的事物是什么？为了探索它你做了什么？最终的结果和感受如何？ 至少运用两种生动描写技巧(参考教材 P46：描述想法感受、添加感官细节、制造悬念)。 需使用本单元核心词汇(如 curious, wonder, explore, discover 等)和至少一个不定式结构(如 decide to do, want to find out)。写作提示： 可参考教材中 Wang Yiming 的故事结构(起因—经过—结果)，并运用 Dr. Hu 提到的技巧让文字更生动： 描述想法：用 “I wondered...”, “I couldn’t stop thinking...” 表达好奇心； 感官细节：记录看到的(sight)、听到的(sound)或触摸到的(touch)细节； 制造悬念：用 “奇怪的现象” 开头，如 “A strange noise woke me up...”。 _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 【答案】例文 One sunny afternoon, I saw black ants marching on the windowsill. “Where are they heading?” I wondered. Driven by curiosity, I decided to follow them. They stopped at a piece of bread, their tiny legs moving fast to carry crumbs. Watching their teamwork amazed me. Exploring their world made my day joyful. The ants reminded me that even the smallest creatures can teach big lessons about cooperation. 【详解】[总体分析] ①题材：本文是一篇材料作文； ②时态：以“一般过去时”为主； ③提示：写作要点已给出，考生应注意不要遗漏提示，并适当添加细节，注意字母大小写以及标点符号。 [写作步骤] 第一步、介绍自己好奇的事物是什么； 第二步、介绍自己的探索行动； 第三步、介绍事情的结果和自己的感受。 [亮点词汇] ①decide to do sth.决定做某事 ②a piece of一块 ③made my day joyful让我的一天充满欢乐 [高分句型] The ants reminded me that even the smallest creatures can teach big lessons about cooperation. (that引导宾语从句) / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $