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Unit 6 Beyond Earth主题时文阅读2026-2027学年九年级上册人教版
Ⅰ. 完形填空
Today, we are going to talk about Ye Guangfu, a veteran astronaut of the Shenzhou-18 crew. In 2021, Ye first flew into space aboard the Shenzhou-13 spacecraft. Four years later, he returned to the Tiangong Space Station as the 1______ of the Shenzhou-18 mission.
Ye was born in 1980 in Sichuan Province. Growing up in a small village, he often lay on the grass at night, 2______ up at the stars. His curiosity about the universe started from those quiet moments. Though his family wasn't wealthy, his parents always 3______ him to chase his dreams.
In 2009, Ye participated in the astronaut selection. Out of tens of thousands of candidates, only a few were 4______. The training was extremely tough. He had to endure high-G forces in centrifuges and practice escaping from a sinking capsule in icy water. There were times when he felt exhausted, but he never 5______ up. “The harder the training, the 6______ prepared I will be for space,” he often said.
On April 25, 2024, Ye once again 7______ into the sky. During his six-month stay, he conducted experiments and gave science lessons to millions of students. His journey tells us that persistence and courage can turn 8______ into reality.
1. A. passenger B. commander C. tourist D. guide
2. A. staring B. looking C. glancing D. pointing
3. A. stopped B. forced C. encouraged D. ordered
4. A. chosen B. refused C. invited D. fired
5. A. gave B. took C. kept D. put
6. A. less B. better C. worse D. slower
7. A. walked B. flew C. jumped D. swam
8. A. dreams B. games C. problems D. mistakes
Ⅱ. 阅读理解
①Imagine picking a fresh strawberry in space! Recently, astronauts on the China Space Station have harvested their third batch of space-grown vegetables. This success is a key part of the "Space Garden" project, which aims to provide fresh food for long-term space missions.
②Growing plants in space is not easy. Without gravity, roots don't grow downward, and water floats around. To solve this, scientists designed special boxes called "plant growth units." These units use LED lights to provide light and control water delivery through pipes. Air circulation is also carefully managed to help plants "breathe."
③In the latest harvest, astronauts collected lettuce, cherry tomatoes, and wheat. The wheat grew particularly well, producing seeds that can be planted again. This is important because it means astronauts might eventually grow their own food without relying on supplies from Earth. The fresh vegetables are not only nutritious but also boost the astronauts' mood during their isolated missions.
④The next step for the Space Garden is to test how different plants react to the space environment. Scientists hope to grow beans and potatoes next, as these crops provide more protein and energy. This research brings us one step closer to building self-sustaining bases on the Moon or Mars. After all, a garden makes a house feel like a home—even in space.
9. What is the main goal of the "Space Garden" project?
A. To decorate the space station.
B. To provide fresh food for astronauts.
C. To sell vegetables back to Earth.
D. To teach astronauts how to farm.
10. What is the biggest challenge for growing plants in space according to Paragraph 2?
A. Lack of sunlight.
B. Low temperatures.
C. The absence of gravity.
D. Too much radiation.
11. Why is the successful growth of wheat important?
A. It tastes better than other vegetables.
B. It produces seeds for future planting.
C. It grows faster than lettuce.
D. It requires less water.
12. 特色考法·推理判断题 What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A. Astronauts will stop eating packaged food soon.
B. Beans and potatoes will be the first plants grown on Mars.
C. The Space Garden is essential for future deep-space habitation.
D. Plants grown in space are healthier than those on Earth.
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
①China plans to build an International Lunar Research Station (ILRS) at the Moon's south pole by 2040. Unlike the Apollo landings, which were brief visits, the ILRS will be a long-term base where astronauts can live and work for months at a time.
②Why the south pole? Scientists believe there is water ice hidden in the craters there. This ice can be melted into drinking water, split into oxygen for breathing, and even turned into rocket fuel. Additionally, the south pole has areas where the sun shines almost constantly, providing steady solar power for the base.
③Building such a station requires international cooperation. China has already signed agreements with Russia, Pakistan, and several other countries. Robots will be sent first to prepare the site. They will 3D-print bricks using lunar soil to build habitats. These thick-walled homes will protect astronauts from radiation and micrometeorites.
④The ILRS will serve as a "springboard" for deeper space exploration. From the Moon, spacecraft can launch more easily due to lower gravity. This could make future missions to Mars much cheaper and safer. The Moon is not just a destination; it is a gateway to the universe.
13. What makes the ILRS different from the Apollo landings?
A. It focuses on short visits.
B. It is built for long-term stays.
C. It uses lunar soil for fuel.
D. It is located at the Moon's equator.
14. 特色考法·词义猜测题 What does the underlined word "springboard" in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. A tool for jumping.
B. A type of spacecraft.
C. A starting point for further action.
D. A protective shelter.
15. What is the correct order of building the ILRS according to the text?
a. Countries sign agreements for cooperation.
b. Astronauts live and work in the station.
c. Robots prepare the site and build habitats.
d. Water ice is found and used at the south pole.
A. a→c→d→b
B. d→a→c→b
C. a→d→c→b
D. c→a→d→b
Ⅳ. 短文填空
阅读短文,根据首字母或所给词的适当形式填空,使文章语义通顺。
Zhang Yutong, a 14-year-old student from Guangdong, has a big dream. Ever s 16_ he watched the launch of Shenzhou-16 on TV, he has been crazy about space. He spends hours reading books on a 17_ and building model rockets in his spare time.
Last year, Zhang joined a youth space camp. There, he learned how to design a simple rocket. His first attempt failed because the rocket exploded shortly after takeoff. "I was sad, but I didn't want to g 18_ up," Zhang said. He analyzed the d 19_ of the failure and found that the engine overheated.
With the help of his teacher, Zhang improved his design. He used l 20_ materials to reduce the weight and added a cooling system. Three months later, he launched his second rocket. This time, it rose smoothly into the sky and reached a h 21_ of 300 meters before opening its parachute safely.
Zhang's story shows that passion and perseverance can lead to amazing results. He hopes to study aerospace engineering in university and become a rocket s 22_ in the future. "The universe is v 23_ , and there is so much to explore," he says. "I want to be part of the next generation that t 24_ to Mars."
His parents are proud of him. They believe that supporting children's i 25_ is the key to helping them grow.
16.______ 17. ______ 18. ______ 19. ______ 20. ______
21.______ 22. ______ 23. ______ 24. ______ _ 25. ______
Ⅴ. 阅读表达
On June 15, 2025, a British company successfully tested a new satellite called "ClearSpace-1." Its mission is to clean up space junk. Space junk refers to old satellites, broken rocket parts, and tiny pieces of debris floating in orbit. There are millions of these objects, and they travel at speeds up to 28,000 km/h. Even a small piece can damage active satellites or the International Space Station.
The ClearSpace-1 satellite works like a space vacuum cleaner. It uses four robotic arms to capture large pieces of debris. Once it catches a target, it drags it into the Earth's atmosphere. There, both the junk and the satellite burn up safely, like shooting stars. This process prevents the junk from crashing into other objects and creating more debris.
Cleaning space is expensive and technically challenging. However, it is necessary. If we don't act, low Earth orbit could become too dangerous for spacecraft. This would block future space exploration and affect services we rely on daily, such as GPS and weather forecasting.
Scientists say that removing just one large piece of junk each year can make a big difference. The success of ClearSpace-1 is a hopeful sign. It proves that we can take responsibility for our space environment. Just as we protect our planet, we must also protect the space around it.
26. What is the name of the new satellite designed to clean up space junk?
_________________________________________________________
27. How fast can space junk travel?
_________________________________________________________
28. What happens to the space junk and the ClearSpace-1 satellite in the Earth's atmosphere?
_________________________________________________________
29. Why is cleaning up space junk necessary according to Paragraph 3?
_________________________________________________________
30. 特色考法·开放性试题 What can you do as a student to support space environmental protection? (Write 20 words or more)
_________________________________________________________
【参考答案】
Ⅰ. 完形填空
1. B 2. B 3. C 4. A 5. A 6. B 7. B 8. A
Ⅱ. 阅读理解
9. B 10. C 11. B 12. C
Ⅲ. 阅读理解
13. B 14. C 15. A
Ⅳ. 短文填空
16. since 17. astronomy 18. give 19. details / difficulty 20. lighter
21. height 22. scientist 23. vast 24. travels 25. interests
Ⅴ. 阅读表达
26. ClearSpace-1.
27. Up to 28,000 km/h.
28. They burn up safely (like shooting stars).
29. Because low Earth orbit could become too dangerous for spacecraft, blocking future exploration and affecting daily services like GPS.
30. (Sample answer) I can learn more about space science, spread awareness about space junk, and study hard to become a scientist who designs eco-friendly spacecraft in the future.
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