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九年级英语
RJ(上册3)J
Unit 6 Beyond Earth
Section A Why do we explore space?
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一、根据句意及汉语或首字母提示填空完成句子。
1.Scientists study the g______ of other planets to learn about their structure and formation(构成).
2.This new spaceship is designed for m______ spaceflights, carrying astronauts to the space station.
3.The s________ circles Earth, helping us with communication and weather forecasting.
4.It's c____ to think that there might be life on other planets, but scientists are still researching.
5.______ (人类)have always dreamed of travelling to other planets.
二、选用方框里的词,并用其正确形式填空。
eq \x(explain benefit reason develop explore)
6.On weekends, my family and I love to _______ new hiking trails(小径)near our neighbourhood to enjoy nature.
7.She couldn't attend the party, and the main _______ were a sudden cold and urgent(紧急的)work tasks.
8.Could you please _______ how to use this coffee machine? The buttons are a bit confusing for me.
9.Over the years, this small town has _________ into a popular tourist spot with many cafes and parks.
10.Regular morning walks _______ both my physical health and mental mood, making me feel energetic all day.
三、根据汉语意思完成句子,每空一词。
11.至少有三个探索太空的理由。
There are at least three _______ __ _______ space.
12.对其他行星的研究有助于我们更好地理解地球的地质、历史及其与其他行星的关系。
The _____ __ other planets helps us better understand Earth's geology, history, and the ____________ ____ other planets.
13.举个例子,一些卫星帮助我们处理由于气候变化所引起的问题。
Some satellites, ___ _______, help us deal with problems ______ __ climate change.
14.在遥远的未来的某个时候,我们可能会在外部太空发现新的资源。
__ ____ _____ in ___ ___ future, we may find new resources in outer space.
15.它听起来可能是疯狂的,但是我们的地球可能会在未来耗光资源。
It might _____ _____ , but our Earth may ___ ___ __ resources in the future.
四、阅读理解。
Why should we explore space? Why should money, time, and effort be spent researching something with apparently so few benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth?
Perhaps the best answer lies in our history. What made our ancestors move from the trees onto the plains? Did a wider distribution of our species offer a better chance of survival?
Nearly all successful civilizations have been willing to explore. In exploring, the dangers of surrounding areas may be identified and prepared for. Without knowledge, these dangers have the ability to harm us. With knowledge, their effects or consequences(结果)may be lessened(减轻).
While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the exploration of space allows new resources to be created. Resources translate into success at survival. Resources may be more than physical assets(资产).
Knowledge or techniques acquired in exploring or preparing to explore always filter from the developers to the general population.
Techniques may be medical applications(应用), such as new drugs or ways of living to increase the quantity or the quality of time lived. Techniques may be social, allowing people in a society to better understand those within or outside that culture.
Space exploration is a strategic asset for humanity. It achieves what individual nations or organizations cannot do on their own.
Scientists from around the world can function(工作)at a worldclass level in their specialist fields, through cooperation rather than competition.
根据短文内容,选择正确答案。
( )16.What is the main reason given for exploring space?
A.It helps humans survive and gain important knowledge.
B.It is cheaper than solving problems on Earth.
C.It allows us to move back to living in trees.
D.It proves that ancient civilizations were wrong.
( )17.According to the text, what happens when we explore new areas?
A.We immediately find gold and silver.
B.We can identify and prepare for potential dangers.
C.We stop all medical research on Earth.
D.We lose contact with our own culture.
( )18.How do techniques from space exploration affect ordinary people?
A.They are kept secret by the government.
B.They are only useful for astronauts.
C.They slowly spread to improve daily life and health.
D.They increase the cost of living for everyone.
( )19.In the text, what does the underlined word “filter” mean?
A.To block(封锁)information from the public.
B.To clean water for drinking.
C.To compete against other nations.
D.To pass gradually from experts to the general public.
( )20.Why is international cooperation important in space exploration?
A.It reduces the need for scientists.
B.It allows achievements that single nations cannot reach alone.
C.It makes the project more expensive.
D.It stops countries from talking to each other.
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