Unit 4 阅读理解专项训练 2026-2027学年外研版英语八年级上册

**基本信息** 围绕科技主题设计10篇阅读理解文本（42题），系统训练细节理解、推理判断等核心题型，提升语言理解与思维分析能力，契合语言能力与思维品质培养要求。 **专项设计** |模块|题量/典例|题型特征|知识逻辑| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |科技应用|10篇/42题|细节题（如Passage 2第5题）、推理题（如Passage 3第8题）、结构题（如Passage 1第3题）|以“科技与生活”为脉络，从具体案例（自动驾驶、VR教室等）到辩证分析（优势与挑战），构建“现象-分析-结论”认知链，强化信息提取与逻辑推理能力|

Unit 4 阅读理解专项练习 2026-2027学年外研版英语八年级上册（教师版） Passage 1 What will the world of tomorrow be like? Many people believe that technology is going to solve some problems we have today. New technology may solve old problems, but it may also create new ones. No technology is perfect. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Here are three examples. First, self-driving cars. They could reduce accidents caused by human error. However, if all cars are self-driving, there might be new problems like system failures or hacking. Second, virtual reality (VR) classrooms. Students could visit ancient Rome or the bottom of the ocean without leaving their desks. But the cost of VR equipment is high, and some students may feel dizzy after using it for a long time. Finally, smart homes. They allow people to control lights, temperature and security with their voice. They might help old people live independently. However, there are worries about privacy and data safety. It is easy to imagine a future. Although there are some problems to solve, we can certainly dream of a world where technology makes life easier and safer. 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By giving a talk. C．By asking a question. D．By showing a picture. 2．Which one of the following is NOT true? A．Self-driving cars can completely stop all accidents. B．VR classrooms can take students to the bottom of the ocean. C．Smart homes might help old people live independently. D．Technology has both advantages and disadvantages. 3．What is the structure of this text? A．①//②③④//⑤ B．①//②//③④//⑤ C．①//②③//④//⑤ D．①//②③④⑤ 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 【导语】本文介绍了新技术在解决现有问题的同时也会产生新问题、不存在完美技术，并以自动驾驶汽车、VR教室、智能家居三类新技术为例分别阐述其优缺点，最后表达了对技术助力打造更便捷安全的未来生活的期许。 【详解】1．文章以“What will the world of tomorrow be like?”问句开头。 2．根据第二段中“First, self-driving cars. They could reduce accidents caused by human error. (首先是自动驾驶汽车。它们可以减少人为失误造成的事故。)”可知，自动驾驶汽车可减少人为失误导致的事故，并未说明其能完全阻止所有事故。 3．梳理全文脉络，第一段总述新技术利弊并存并引出下文三个实例，第二到四段分别介绍三类新技术的优缺点，第五段总结对未来技术的展望，属于“总—分—总”的结构，对应①//②③④//⑤的划分。 Passage 2 Dr Li, a famous archaeologist, gave a talk at the City Museum on March 15, 2026. The talk was about how digital technology could help protect cultural relics. “Many ancient sites are in danger because of weather and human activities,” Dr. Li said. “Making them digital is very important because it can keep a record forever.” Dr. Li showed how 3D scanning was used in the Terracotta Warriors project. Tourists can now see the warriors through virtual reality glasses, which allow them to “walk” among the statues as they were 2,000 years ago. According to Dr. Li, with digital maps, tourists can have a better experience. The maps provide audio guides and even show how the sites looked in different historical periods. Although the Digital Heritage project has a long way to go, it shows a new way of protecting cultural relics and sharing them with the world. 4．What was Dr. Li’s talk about? A．The history of the Terracotta Warriors. B．How to visit the City Museum. C．The use of digital technology in protecting relics. D．The danger of weather. 5．Why is making relics digital important? A．Because it makes them more beautiful. B．Because it can keep a record forever. C．Because it attracts more tourists. D．Because it is cheaper. 6．What can tourists do with virtual reality glasses? A．Buy souvenirs. B．“Walk” among the statues as they were 2,000 years ago. C．Take photos with real warriors. D．Listen to music. 【答案】4．C 5．B 6．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍考古学家李博士的讲座内容，讲述数字技术在保护文物方面的运用、优势以及实际应用案例。 【详解】4．原文第一段“The talk was about how digital technology could help protect cultural relics.”直接点明讲座主题：数字技术在保护文物上的运用。 5．原文第二段提到“Making them digital is very important because it can keep a record forever.”，说明文物数字化的重要性在于可以永久保存记录。 6．原文第三段“Tourists can now see the warriors through virtual reality glasses, which allow them to ‘walk’ among the statues as they were 2,000 years ago.” 说明借助虚拟现实眼镜，游客仿佛可以行走在两千年前的陶俑之间。 Passage 3 Do you often visit museums on holidays? In science museums, you usually see animal specimens (标本) lying silently. Now they are not quiet anymore. Thanks to AI, visitors to a museum in England can talk to them now. The museum works with an AI company so that it is possible for people and the natural world to communicate with each other. It brings thirteen of its specimens back to life. Visitors only need to use their smartphones to scan the QR codes (二维码) next to the specimens to begin talking with them—either by text or voice. The animals will reply as if they’re still alive. This is a new way for people to learn about animals. The museum wants to see how this can help people connect with nature better. “This is just a try using AI technology in natural science. Will it help people know more about specimen animals? Will it influence (影响) people’s opinions about them? For example, will people like the mouse better after hearing its voice? We are not sure.” said Jack Ashby, a worker of the museum. And you don’t have to speak English, by the way—the animals are multilingual. So no matter what languages you speak, the animals can talk to you in a way that’s easy for you to understand. The project engineers hope to make people care more about the biodiversity crisis (生物多样性危机). According to the most recent research, wildlife populations dropped by 69% between 1970 and 2018. And animals are dying out at a faster speed. Let’s hope the new technology will be both fun and helpful. 7．What does AI do in the science museum? A．It helps the animals to live longer. B．It helps the museum to make more money. C．It helps visitors to talk with the specimens. D．It helps the scientists to make specimens. 8．How does Jack Ashby express his opinion in paragraph 5? A．By listing numbers. B．By comparing facts. C．By explaining reasons. D．By asking questions. 9．What does the underlined sentence “the animals are multilingual” mean in paragraph 6? A．The animals can’t speak any languages. B．The animals can speak only one language. C．The animals can speak two languages. D．The animals can speak different languages. 10．Why does the museum work with the AI company? A．Because the museum hopes to make the number of animals increase. B．Because the museum wishes visitors to learn more about animals. C．Because the museum would like to help visitors communicate with each other. D．Because the museum wants to teach visitors how to use smartphones in the museum. 【答案】7．C 8．D 9．D 10．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了英国博物馆利用AI技术让动物标本与游客对话的创新项目，旨在帮助人们更好地了解动物并关注生物多样性危机。 【详解】7．根据文章第1段“Thanks to AI, visitors to a museum in England can talk to them now.”可知AI在博物馆的作用是帮助游客与标本进行交谈。 8．根据文章第5段“Will it help people know more about the specimen animals? Will it influence people’s opinions about them?”可知Jack Ashby通过连续提出问题的方式来表达自己的观点。 9．根据文章第6段“So no matter what languages you speak, the animals can talk to you in a way that’s easy for you to understand.”可推知无论游客说什么语言都能理解，意味着动物能说多种不同的语言。 10．根据文章第2段“The museum works with an AI company so that it is possible for people and the natural world to communicate with each other.”及第4段“This is a new way for people to learn about animals.”可推知博物馆与AI公司合作是为了让游客了解更多关于动物的知识。 Passage 4 A new online learning platform called “Study Buddy” has become popular among middle school students. It allows students to study together even when they are at home. The platform was created by two high school students, Amy and Ben. They found that many students felt lonely when studying online during the pandemic. “We wanted to create a place where students could help each other,” Amy said. So they designed Study Buddy, where students can join virtual study rooms, share notes and discuss problems. On the platform, members can connect with each other by video chat. They can also take part in online quizzes and win points. The points can be exchanged for real books or school supplies, which are then donated to poor areas. The platform is free to use and has already helped thousands of students. “It's like having a study partner anytime,” said one user. “I feel more motivated now.” 11．Why was Study Buddy created? A．To make money from students. B．To help students study together online. C．To replace traditional schools. D．To sell school supplies. 12．What can members do on the platform? A．Buy real books. B．Join virtual study rooms. C．Meet famous teachers. D．Play video games. 13．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．How to use the platform. B．The creators of the platform. C．Activities and benefits of the platform. D．How to donate books. 14．What is the best title for the text? A．An Online Learning Platform B．The Pandemic C．A Charity Programme D．High School Life 【答案】11．B 12．B 13．C 14．A 【导语】本文介绍了一款受中学生欢迎的名为“学习伙伴”的在线学习平台，涵盖了它的创建背景、创建目的、平台功能、相关活动以及使用效果等内容。 【详解】11．第二段指出：“They found that many students felt lonely when studying online during the pandemic. ‘We wanted to create a place where students could help each other,’ Amy said.”，明确说明创建目的是为学生提供互相帮助的学习场所，对应“help students study together online”。其他选项（赚钱、替代学校、卖文具）均未提及。 12．第三段第一句：“students can join virtual study rooms, share notes and discuss problems.”，直接列出成员可参与的活动之一为“join virtual study rooms”。其他选项（买书、见名师、玩游戏）在文中无依据；积分换书是捐赠而非购买。 13．第三段先描述活动：“members can connect with each other by video chat... take part in online quizzes and win points”，随后说明奖励：“The points can be exchanged for real books or school supplies, which are then donated...”，概括了平台提供的具体活动及其带来的益处（积分换捐）。该段未涉及操作步骤（排除A）、创建者（在第二段，排除B）或详细的捐书流程（排除D）。 14．全文围绕“Study Buddy”这一平台展开，从创建原因、功能到用户反馈，均聚焦于该在线学习平台。第一段开篇即点明主题：“A new online learning platform called ‘Study Buddy’...”。其他选项（疫情、慈善项目、高中生活）仅涉及文中部分背景或细节，不能概括全文主旨。 Passage 5 A new invention now allows blind people to “see” through touch. Using a special smart glove and a smartphone, blind people can identify objects around them. The glove was developed by a team of engineers after they saw a blind man struggling to cross the street. The man used a white cane, but still had difficulty knowing what was ahead. This reminded the team that they should do something to help. The glove has cameras and sensors. It first takes pictures of objects and sends them to a connected smartphone. The phone then uses AI to identify the objects and sends vibration signals to different fingers of the glove. Each finger stands for a different type of object: one for people, one for cars, one for obstacles, etc. The company first tested the glove in Shanghai. It was chosen because of its large population and busy streets. However, when the product goes global, it can change the lives of millions of blind people. “This is a game changer,” said a user. “When I tried it for the first time, I was so amazed. The glove told me what was around me, and I felt much safer.” 15．Who is the new invention helpful for? A．Deaf people. B．Blind people. C．Old people. D．Children. 16．Where did the idea of the glove come from? A．A blind man crossing the street. B．A smartphone maker. C．A white cane. D．A team of engineers. 17．What does the underlined word “identify” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A．touch B．recognize C．lift D．clean 18．Where can we probably read this text? A．In a travel guide. B．In a science magazine. C．In a history book. D．In a storybook. 【答案】15．B 16．A 17．B 18．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍一款新型智能手套发明，它借助科技帮助盲人通过触觉感知周边物体，文章介绍了它的发明灵感、工作原理、测试情况以及用户评价。 【详解】15．原文第一段“A new invention now allows blind people to ‘see’ through touch.”直接点明这项新发明对盲人有帮助。 16．原文第二段提到“The glove was developed by a team of engineers after they saw a blind man struggling to cross the street.”，说明研发灵感来源于一位过马路遇到困难的盲人。 17．原文第一段提到“blind people can identify objects around them”，结合上下文，这款设备可以帮助盲人分辨周围物体；因此“identify”词义为“识别，辨认”，和“recognize”含义一致。 18．文章介绍新科技发明，属于科技类文章，最有可能出现在科学杂志上。 Passage 6 A yearbook is a tradition in some high schools. The book contains the name and the picture of each student in your final year, so that you can remember who you went to school with. A 15-year-old schoolgirl Catherine Cook and her brother David, 16, wanted more than this. They thought, “We don’t really know our classmates from just a picture, so why not have a yearbook online? We could learn about people’s musical tastes, the movies they like, and so on.” With their hard work, a website named My Yearbook was set up, which soon became popular among schoolmates. On the website, members can connect with each other by sharing movies, music, photos and study guides. Some students feel that they don’t fit in at school, but can make lots of friends more easily online. My Yearbook users can also make virtual “Lunch Money” by completing activities on the website. They then give it away to charities in the My Yearbook “causes” programme, which has sent 22,000 books to Africa, and bought 20,000 kilos of rice for people without enough food. Running the website did not stop Catherine and David from completing their schoolwork successfully. Now, they go on to university, but still manage to put in 50 hours a week developing the website. 19．Why did Catherine and David want to have a yearbook online? A．To make more money. B．To become popular at school. C．To know more about schoolmates. D．To watch movies online. 20．What is “Lunch Money” used for? A．Travelling to Africa. B．Helping people in need. C．Running the website. D．Completing schoolwork. 21．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The members on the website. B．People who set up the website. C．Things members can do on the website. D．How people feel about the website. 22．What is the best title for the text? A．An Online Yearbook B．The Website Activities C．A Charity Programme D．The Final Year at School 【答案】19．C 20．B 21．C 22．A 【导语】本文介绍Catherine和David创建线上毕业纪念册My Yearbook网站的故事，介绍网站功能、公益项目以及两人兼顾学业运营网站的情况。 【详解】19．第二段提到“We don’t really know our classmates from just a picture, so why not have a yearbook online? We could learn about people’s musical tastes, the movies they like, and so on.”，说明他们想要线上毕业纪念册是为了更多了解同学。 20．第三段提到“They then give it away to charities in the My Yearbook ‘causes’ programme, which has sent 22,000 books to Africa, and bought 20,000 kilos of rice for people without enough food.”，虚拟“午餐钱”被捐给慈善机构帮助有需要的人。 21．第三段介绍网站会员可以分享电影、音乐、资料，在线交友，赚取虚拟午餐钱参与公益，都是会员可以在网站上做的事情。 22．全文围绕线上毕业纪念册My Yearbook展开，An Online Yearbook最贴合文章主旨。 Passage 7 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an important part of our daily life. From smart speakers to AI learning apps, AI is helping us in many ways. It’s not just a technology (科技) in movies anymore—it’s here, and it’s changing how we live and learn. First, AI helps us in education. When students use learning apps, AI can check their homework and point out mistakes. It can also recommend suitable learning materials based on their level. For example, if you’re reading a book that is too difficult, the app might suggest an easier one. Or if you need to practice math, it will give you more useful exercises. Second, AI helps in hospitals. Doctors can use AI to look at medical pictures and find health problems early. AI can also help hospitals keep patient information in order. For example, it can quickly find a patient’s past records. It can also help new doctors learn about different diseases. What’s more, AI can remind nurses when to give medicine to patients. Some hospitals even use AI to answer patients’ questions. All of these make doctors’ work better and faster. Third, AI makes our daily life more convenient. Smart home devices (设备) can control lights and temperature by themselves. Map apps can help us find the best way when we go out. Shopping websites can show us products we might need. What’s more, AI can also help us take better photos with smart camera settings (设置). In conclusion, AI is developing quickly and bringing us many benefits. Although there are some worries about it, we believe that if we use it properly, AI will continue to be our helpful partner and make our life better. 23．According to Paragraph 2, what will AI do if you are reading a book that is too difficult? A．It will check your homework. B．It will suggest an easier one. C．It will give you math exercises. D．It will point out your mistakes. 24．In Paragraph3, which of the following is NOT mentioned (提到) with AI’s help in hospitals? A．Looking at medical pictures. B．Finding health problems early. C．Giving medicine to sick people. D．Answering patients’ questions. 25．According to Paragraph 4, what can AI do in our daily life? A．Control home lights and temperature. B．Choose beautiful photos for us. C．Drive cars to any place we want. D．Help us buy the cheapest products online. 26．What is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2…) A． B． C． D． 27．What is the writer’s main purpose (目的) in writing this passage? A．To warn people about the dangers of AI. B．To show how AI is helping in different areas. C．To explain how AI technology works. D．To encourage people to stop using AI. 【答案】23．B 24．C 25．A 26．C 27．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了人工智能（AI）正成为日常生活的重要组成部分，分别从教育、医疗、日常生活三个领域阐述AI的应用与帮助。 【详解】23．根据文章第2段“For example, if you’re reading a book that is too difficult, the app might suggest an easier one.”可推知，当阅读的书籍难度过高时，AI会推荐更简单的书籍。 24．根据文章第3段“AI can remind nurses when to give medicine to patients.”可推知，AI仅负责提醒护士给药，并不会直接给病人喂药，该项功能未在文中提及。 25．根据文章第4段“Smart home devices can control lights and temperature by themselves.”可推知，AI在日常生活中可以控制家中的灯光和温度。 26．根据文章第1段“Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an important part of our daily life.”和第5段“In conclusion, AI is developing quickly and bringing us many benefits.”可知，第1段引出话题；第5段总结全文。中间三段分别从不同领域介绍AI作用的内容，文章为“总——分——总”结构，与选项C的图示相符。 27．根据文章第1段“AI is helping us in many ways.”及全文对AI在各领域作用的介绍，可推知作者的写作目的是展示AI在不同领域的帮助作用。 Passage 8 Digital life is everywhere around us. Years ago, people needed cash to buy things. Today, digital payment and QR codes make shopping simple. Shared bikes and food delivery apps also make our daily life much more convenient. However, digital technology brings challenges as well. Lots of teenagers are glued to smartphone screens. They spend hours watching short videos or playing online games. Too much screen time is harmful to eyes and makes people less willing to talk face to face. Experts advise us to set rules for digital use. We should learn to protect personal information when we go online. Never share private details with unknown people. It is also necessary to keep a balance between online activities and real-life hobbies. Digital tools are created to serve people. They can help us study, communicate and relax. But they cannot take the place of warm face-to-face communication with family and friends. The key is self-control. Learn to use digital devices properly, and you will enjoy the advantages of modern digital life without meeting too many troubles. 28．What helped make shopping easier in modern life? A．Cash payment. B．Digital payment and QR codes. C．Old magazines. D．Paper maps. 29．What problem does the writer mention about teenagers? A．They seldom use mobile phones. B．They are too glued to phone screens. C．They never watch online videos. D．They prefer cash to digital payment. 30．What advice do experts give us? A．Spend all free time online. B．Share personal information freely. C．Set rules for digital device use. D．Stop using mobile phones completely. 31．Which statement is TRUE according to the passage? A．Digital tools can replace face-to-face talks. B．We need to balance online and real life. C．All online information is safe for teenagers. D．Shared bikes cannot make life convenient. 32．What is the main idea of the text? A．The advantages and proper use of digital life. B．How to invent new digital apps. C．Ways to stop all online games. D．The history of mobile phones. 【答案】28．B 29．B 30．C 31．B 32．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了数字生活的便利，指出数字技术带来的问题，给出专家建议，倡导合理使用数字设备。 【详解】28．根据第一段第三句“Today, digital payment and QR codes make shopping simple.”可知，数字支付和二维码让现代购物更容易。 29．根据第二段第二句“Lots of teenagers are glued to smartphone screens.”可知，作者提到青少年过度沉迷手机屏幕。 30．根据第三段第一句“Experts advise us to set rules for digital use.”可知，专家的建议是设定使用规则。 31．根据第三段最后一句“It is also necessary to keep a balance between online activities and real-life hobbies.”可知，我们需要平衡线上活动和现实生活。 32．文章第一段介绍了数字生活的便利，第二段指出了存在的问题，第三至五段提出了如何正确使用数字设备的建议。因此，文章主要讲述了数字生活的优势及其正确使用方式。 Passage 9 My uncle lives in another city. In the old days, we wrote letters to each other. It took forever for letters to arrive. Now we use video calls to keep in touch. Digital technology shortens the distance between people. Last month, my school held a discussion about digital life. Some students said the Internet helps them look up learning materials quickly. Others worried that many students become addicted to online games. Our English teacher shared her ideas. She told us to make good use of digital devices for study. At the same time, she asked us not to stay online for too long. She also reminded us to stay away from bad information on the Internet. I used to be glued to short videos after school. Later, I made a small plan. I only watch videos for thirty minutes each day. I spend more time reading books and doing sports offline. Digital life brings great changes. It is neither all good nor all bad. It depends on how we choose to use it. 33．How did the writer communicate with his uncle in the past? A．By video calls. B．By writing letters. C．By sending emails. D．By online chatting. 34．What activity did the writer’s school hold? A．A sports meeting. B．A discussion about digital life. C．A speech competition. D．A science exhibition. 35．What did the teacher ask students to do? A．Never use the Internet. B．Only play online games on weekends. C．Use digital tools wisely and avoid bad information. D．Share all personal information online. 36．What change did the writer make later? A．Stop using mobile phones forever. B．Control screen time and enjoy offline activities. C．Watch short videos all day long. D．Give up reading all paper books. 37．What does the writer think of digital life? A．It has both good sides and bad sides. B．It is completely bad for students. C．It is perfect without any problems. D．It can replace all real activities. 【答案】33．B 34．B 35．C 36．B 37．A 【导语】本文以我和叔叔联络方式的变化，阐释数字技术拉近了人与人之间的距离。同学们对于互联网持有各不相同的看法。老师倡导大家理性使用数码设备，自觉远离不良网络信息。数字生活利弊并存，关键在于合理使用。 【详解】33．第一段给出联系方式：“In the old days, we wrote letters to each other.”，作者过去和叔叔的沟通方式是写信。 34．第二段说明活动：“my school held a discussion about digital life.”，学校举办的活动是关于数字生活的讨论会。 35． 第三段给出老师的要求：“She told us to make good use of digital devices for study...to stay away from bad information on the Internet.”，老师要求学生善用数字设备学习、不要长时间上网、远离网络不良信息，对应选项C。 36．第四段表明作者的改变：“Later, I made a small plan. I only watch videos for thirty minutes each day. I spend more time reading books and doing sports offline.”，作者调整了屏幕使用时长，增加了线下活动。 37．最后一段表明态度：“Digital life brings great changes. It is neither all good nor all bad.”，作者认为数字生活有优点也有缺点。 Passage 10 In the year 2075, digital life is everywhere. Mia, a 14-year-old girl, lives in a smart home. Her house responds to her voice commands. When she says “Good morning” the lights turn on, the curtains open, and the coffee machine starts. Mia’s school is completely virtual. She puts on a VR headset and enters a digital classroom where she can see her classmates as holograms. Her teacher is an AI called Ms. Nova. Ms. Nova can answer any question instantly and adapts lessons to each student’s level. Mia’s best friend, Leo, lives in another country. They meet in a virtual park every day after school. They can play games, chat, and even share digital snacks. Mia thinks life is very convenient. But sometimes she misses real-world activities. She misses the feeling of paper books and the taste of real food cooked by her grandmother. Mia hopes that in the future, people will still enjoy the simple things in life. 38．Where does Mia live in the year 2075? A．In a traditional house. B．In a smart home. C．In a school dormitory. D．In a virtual world. 39．What does Mia say to start her day? A．“Good evening.” B．“Hello, world.” C．“Good morning.” D．“Let’s begin.” 40．What is Ms. Nova? A．A human teacher. B．A robot. C．An AI teacher. D．Mia’s mother. 41．Where does Mia meet Leo after school? A．In a real park. B．In a virtual park. C．At school. D．At home. 42．What does Mia miss about the old days? A．Virtual reality. B．Smart homes. C．Simple things like paper books and real food. D．AI teachers. 【答案】38．B 39．C 40．C 41．B 42．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了2075年Mia的数字生活，包括她居住的智能家居、虚拟学校、AI老师以及与朋友在虚拟公园的互动，同时也表达了她对现实简单生活的怀念。 【详解】38．根据第一段第二句“Mia, a 14‑year‑old girl, lives in a smart home.”可知，Mia住在智能家居里面。 39．根据第一段第四句“When she says ‘Good morning,’ the lights turn on…”可知，Mia说“Good morning”来开启她一天的生活。 40．根据第一段最后一句“Her teacher is an AI called Ms. Nova.”可知，Ms. Nova是一位人工智能老师。 41．根据第二段第二句“They meet in a virtual park every day after school.”可知，放学后他们在虚拟公园见面。 42．根据第二段第四句“She misses the feeling of paper books and the taste of real food cooked by her grandmother.”可知，她怀念纸质书的感觉和祖母做的真正食物的味道，也就是生活里简单的事物。 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ Unit 4 阅读理解专项练习 2026-2027学年外研版英语八年级上册（学生版） Passage 1 What will the world of tomorrow be like? Many people believe that technology is going to solve some problems we have today. New technology may solve old problems, but it may also create new ones. No technology is perfect. Each has advantages and disadvantages. Here are three examples. First, self-driving cars. They could reduce accidents caused by human error. However, if all cars are self-driving, there might be new problems like system failures or hacking. Second, virtual reality (VR) classrooms. Students could visit ancient Rome or the bottom of the ocean without leaving their desks. But the cost of VR equipment is high, and some students may feel dizzy after using it for a long time. Finally, smart homes. They allow people to control lights, temperature and security with their voice. They might help old people live independently. However, there are worries about privacy and data safety. It is easy to imagine a future. Although there are some problems to solve, we can certainly dream of a world where technology makes life easier and safer. 1．How does the writer start the text? A．By telling a story. B．By giving a talk. C．By asking a question. D．By showing a picture. 2．Which one of the following is NOT true? A．Self-driving cars can completely stop all accidents. B．VR classrooms can take students to the bottom of the ocean. C．Smart homes might help old people live independently. D．Technology has both advantages and disadvantages. 3．What is the structure of this text? A．①//②③④//⑤ B．①//②//③④//⑤ C．①//②③//④//⑤ D．①//②③④⑤ Passage 2 Dr Li, a famous archaeologist, gave a talk at the City Museum on March 15, 2026. The talk was about how digital technology could help protect cultural relics. “Many ancient sites are in danger because of weather and human activities,” Dr. Li said. “Making them digital is very important because it can keep a record forever.” Dr. Li showed how 3D scanning was used in the Terracotta Warriors project. Tourists can now see the warriors through virtual reality glasses, which allow them to “walk” among the statues as they were 2,000 years ago. According to Dr. Li, with digital maps, tourists can have a better experience. The maps provide audio guides and even show how the sites looked in different historical periods. Although the Digital Heritage project has a long way to go, it shows a new way of protecting cultural relics and sharing them with the world. 4．What was Dr. Li’s talk about? A．The history of the Terracotta Warriors. B．How to visit the City Museum. C．The use of digital technology in protecting relics. D．The danger of weather. 5．Why is making relics digital important? A．Because it makes them more beautiful. B．Because it can keep a record forever. C．Because it attracts more tourists. D．Because it is cheaper. 6．What can tourists do with virtual reality glasses? A．Buy souvenirs. B．“Walk” among the statues as they were 2,000 years ago. C．Take photos with real warriors. D．Listen to music. Passage 3 Do you often visit museums on holidays? In science museums, you usually see animal specimens (标本) lying silently. Now they are not quiet anymore. Thanks to AI, visitors to a museum in England can talk to them now. The museum works with an AI company so that it is possible for people and the natural world to communicate with each other. It brings thirteen of its specimens back to life. Visitors only need to use their smartphones to scan the QR codes (二维码) next to the specimens to begin talking with them—either by text or voice. The animals will reply as if they’re still alive. This is a new way for people to learn about animals. The museum wants to see how this can help people connect with nature better. “This is just a try using AI technology in natural science. Will it help people know more about specimen animals? Will it influence (影响) people’s opinions about them? For example, will people like the mouse better after hearing its voice? We are not sure.” said Jack Ashby, a worker of the museum. And you don’t have to speak English, by the way—the animals are multilingual. So no matter what languages you speak, the animals can talk to you in a way that’s easy for you to understand. The project engineers hope to make people care more about the biodiversity crisis (生物多样性危机). According to the most recent research, wildlife populations dropped by 69% between 1970 and 2018. And animals are dying out at a faster speed. Let’s hope the new technology will be both fun and helpful. 7．What does AI do in the science museum? A．It helps the animals to live longer. B．It helps the museum to make more money. C．It helps visitors to talk with the specimens. D．It helps the scientists to make specimens. 8．How does Jack Ashby express his opinion in paragraph 5? A．By listing numbers. B．By comparing facts. C．By explaining reasons. D．By asking questions. 9．What does the underlined sentence “the animals are multilingual” mean in paragraph 6? A．The animals can’t speak any languages. B．The animals can speak only one language. C．The animals can speak two languages. D．The animals can speak different languages. 10．Why does the museum work with the AI company? A．Because the museum hopes to make the number of animals increase. B．Because the museum wishes visitors to learn more about animals. C．Because the museum would like to help visitors communicate with each other. D．Because the museum wants to teach visitors how to use smartphones in the museum. Passage 4 A new online learning platform called “Study Buddy” has become popular among middle school students. It allows students to study together even when they are at home. The platform was created by two high school students, Amy and Ben. They found that many students felt lonely when studying online during the pandemic. “We wanted to create a place where students could help each other,” Amy said. So they designed Study Buddy, where students can join virtual study rooms, share notes and discuss problems. On the platform, members can connect with each other by video chat. They can also take part in online quizzes and win points. The points can be exchanged for real books or school supplies, which are then donated to poor areas. The platform is free to use and has already helped thousands of students. “It's like having a study partner anytime,” said one user. “I feel more motivated now.” 11．Why was Study Buddy created? A．To make money from students. B．To help students study together online. C．To replace traditional schools. D．To sell school supplies. 12．What can members do on the platform? A．Buy real books. B．Join virtual study rooms. C．Meet famous teachers. D．Play video games. 13．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．How to use the platform. B．The creators of the platform. C．Activities and benefits of the platform. D．How to donate books. 14．What is the best title for the text? A．An Online Learning Platform B．The Pandemic C．A Charity Programme D．High School Life Passage 5 A new invention now allows blind people to “see” through touch. Using a special smart glove and a smartphone, blind people can identify objects around them. The glove was developed by a team of engineers after they saw a blind man struggling to cross the street. The man used a white cane, but still had difficulty knowing what was ahead. This reminded the team that they should do something to help. The glove has cameras and sensors. It first takes pictures of objects and sends them to a connected smartphone. The phone then uses AI to identify the objects and sends vibration signals to different fingers of the glove. Each finger stands for a different type of object: one for people, one for cars, one for obstacles, etc. The company first tested the glove in Shanghai. It was chosen because of its large population and busy streets. However, when the product goes global, it can change the lives of millions of blind people. “This is a game changer,” said a user. “When I tried it for the first time, I was so amazed. The glove told me what was around me, and I felt much safer.” 15．Who is the new invention helpful for? A．Deaf people. B．Blind people. C．Old people. D．Children. 16．Where did the idea of the glove come from? A．A blind man crossing the street. B．A smartphone maker. C．A white cane. D．A team of engineers. 17．What does the underlined word “identify” in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A．touch B．recognize C．lift D．clean 18．Where can we probably read this text? A．In a travel guide. B．In a science magazine. C．In a history book. D．In a storybook. Passage 6 A yearbook is a tradition in some high schools. The book contains the name and the picture of each student in your final year, so that you can remember who you went to school with. A 15-year-old schoolgirl Catherine Cook and her brother David, 16, wanted more than this. They thought, “We don’t really know our classmates from just a picture, so why not have a yearbook online? We could learn about people’s musical tastes, the movies they like, and so on.” With their hard work, a website named My Yearbook was set up, which soon became popular among schoolmates. On the website, members can connect with each other by sharing movies, music, photos and study guides. Some students feel that they don’t fit in at school, but can make lots of friends more easily online. My Yearbook users can also make virtual “Lunch Money” by completing activities on the website. They then give it away to charities in the My Yearbook “causes” programme, which has sent 22,000 books to Africa, and bought 20,000 kilos of rice for people without enough food. Running the website did not stop Catherine and David from completing their schoolwork successfully. Now, they go on to university, but still manage to put in 50 hours a week developing the website. 19．Why did Catherine and David want to have a yearbook online? A．To make more money. B．To become popular at school. C．To know more about schoolmates. D．To watch movies online. 20．What is “Lunch Money” used for? A．Travelling to Africa. B．Helping people in need. C．Running the website. D．Completing schoolwork. 21．What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A．The members on the website. B．People who set up the website. C．Things members can do on the website. D．How people feel about the website. 22．What is the best title for the text? A．An Online Yearbook B．The Website Activities C．A Charity Programme D．The Final Year at School Passage 7 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an important part of our daily life. From smart speakers to AI learning apps, AI is helping us in many ways. It’s not just a technology (科技) in movies anymore—it’s here, and it’s changing how we live and learn. First, AI helps us in education. When students use learning apps, AI can check their homework and point out mistakes. It can also recommend suitable learning materials based on their level. For example, if you’re reading a book that is too difficult, the app might suggest an easier one. Or if you need to practice math, it will give you more useful exercises. Second, AI helps in hospitals. Doctors can use AI to look at medical pictures and find health problems early. AI can also help hospitals keep patient information in order. For example, it can quickly find a patient’s past records. It can also help new doctors learn about different diseases. What’s more, AI can remind nurses when to give medicine to patients. Some hospitals even use AI to answer patients’ questions. All of these make doctors’ work better and faster. Third, AI makes our daily life more convenient. Smart home devices (设备) can control lights and temperature by themselves. Map apps can help us find the best way when we go out. Shopping websites can show us products we might need. What’s more, AI can also help us take better photos with smart camera settings (设置). In conclusion, AI is developing quickly and bringing us many benefits. Although there are some worries about it, we believe that if we use it properly, AI will continue to be our helpful partner and make our life better. 23．According to Paragraph 2, what will AI do if you are reading a book that is too difficult? A．It will check your homework. B．It will suggest an easier one. C．It will give you math exercises. D．It will point out your mistakes. 24．In Paragraph3, which of the following is NOT mentioned (提到) with AI’s help in hospitals? A．Looking at medical pictures. B．Finding health problems early. C．Giving medicine to sick people. D．Answering patients’ questions. 25．According to Paragraph 4, what can AI do in our daily life? A．Control home lights and temperature. B．Choose beautiful photos for us. C．Drive cars to any place we want. D．Help us buy the cheapest products online. 26．What is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2…) A． B． C． D． 27．What is the writer’s main purpose (目的) in writing this passage? A．To warn people about the dangers of AI. B．To show how AI is helping in different areas. C．To explain how AI technology works. D．To encourage people to stop using AI. Passage 8 Digital life is everywhere around us. Years ago, people needed cash to buy things. Today, digital payment and QR codes make shopping simple. Shared bikes and food delivery apps also make our daily life much more convenient. However, digital technology brings challenges as well. Lots of teenagers are glued to smartphone screens. They spend hours watching short videos or playing online games. Too much screen time is harmful to eyes and makes people less willing to talk face to face. Experts advise us to set rules for digital use. We should learn to protect personal information when we go online. Never share private details with unknown people. It is also necessary to keep a balance between online activities and real-life hobbies. Digital tools are created to serve people. They can help us study, communicate and relax. But they cannot take the place of warm face-to-face communication with family and friends. The key is self-control. Learn to use digital devices properly, and you will enjoy the advantages of modern digital life without meeting too many troubles. 28．What helped make shopping easier in modern life? A．Cash payment. B．Digital payment and QR codes. C．Old magazines. D．Paper maps. 29．What problem does the writer mention about teenagers? A．They seldom use mobile phones. B．They are too glued to phone screens. C．They never watch online videos. D．They prefer cash to digital payment. 30．What advice do experts give us? A．Spend all free time online. B．Share personal information freely. C．Set rules for digital device use. D．Stop using mobile phones completely. 31．Which statement is TRUE according to the passage? A．Digital tools can replace face-to-face talks. B．We need to balance online and real life. C．All online information is safe for teenagers. D．Shared bikes cannot make life convenient. 32．What is the main idea of the text? A．The advantages and proper use of digital life. B．How to invent new digital apps. C．Ways to stop all online games. D．The history of mobile phones. Passage 9 My uncle lives in another city. In the old days, we wrote letters to each other. It took forever for letters to arrive. Now we use video calls to keep in touch. Digital technology shortens the distance between people. Last month, my school held a discussion about digital life. Some students said the Internet helps them look up learning materials quickly. Others worried that many students become addicted to online games. Our English teacher shared her ideas. She told us to make good use of digital devices for study. At the same time, she asked us not to stay online for too long. She also reminded us to stay away from bad information on the Internet. I used to be glued to short videos after school. Later, I made a small plan. I only watch videos for thirty minutes each day. I spend more time reading books and doing sports offline. Digital life brings great changes. It is neither all good nor all bad. It depends on how we choose to use it. 33．How did the writer communicate with his uncle in the past? A．By video calls. B．By writing letters. C．By sending emails. D．By online chatting. 34．What activity did the writer’s school hold? A．A sports meeting. B．A discussion about digital life. C．A speech competition. D．A science exhibition. 35．What did the teacher ask students to do? A．Never use the Internet. B．Only play online games on weekends. C．Use digital tools wisely and avoid bad information. D．Share all personal information online. 36．What change did the writer make later? A．Stop using mobile phones forever. B．Control screen time and enjoy offline activities. C．Watch short videos all day long. D．Give up reading all paper books. 37．What does the writer think of digital life? A．It has both good sides and bad sides. B．It is completely bad for students. C．It is perfect without any problems. D．It can replace all real activities. Passage 10 In the year 2075, digital life is everywhere. Mia, a 14-year-old girl, lives in a smart home. Her house responds to her voice commands. When she says “Good morning” the lights turn on, the curtains open, and the coffee machine starts. Mia’s school is completely virtual. She puts on a VR headset and enters a digital classroom where she can see her classmates as holograms. Her teacher is an AI called Ms. Nova. Ms. Nova can answer any question instantly and adapts lessons to each student’s level. Mia’s best friend, Leo, lives in another country. They meet in a virtual park every day after school. They can play games, chat, and even share digital snacks. Mia thinks life is very convenient. But sometimes she misses real-world activities. She misses the feeling of paper books and the taste of real food cooked by her grandmother. Mia hopes that in the future, people will still enjoy the simple things in life. 38．Where does Mia live in the year 2075? A．In a traditional house. B．In a smart home. C．In a school dormitory. D．In a virtual world. 39．What does Mia say to start her day? A．“Good evening.” B．“Hello, world.” C．“Good morning.” D．“Let’s begin.” 40．What is Ms. Nova? A．A human teacher. B．A robot. C．An AI teacher. D．Mia’s mother. 41．Where does Mia meet Leo after school? A．In a real park. B．In a virtual park. C．At school. D．At home. 42．What does Mia miss about the old days? A．Virtual reality. B．Smart homes. C．Simple things like paper books and real food. D．AI teachers. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $