专题06 阅读理解（说明文）（期中真题汇编，江苏专用）八年级英语上学期

专题06 阅读理解（说明文） 主题语境01 人与社会-旅游 1. B　2. C　3. B　4. B 主题语境02 人与社会-时代变迁 1. B　2. C　3. C　4. A 主题语境03 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 1. C　2. D　3. C 主题语境04 人与社会-通讯与媒体 1. B　2. C　3. B　4. A　5. C 主题语境05 人与自我-学习/语言 1. B　2. C　3. D 主题语境06 人与自我-节假日活动 1. C　2. B　3. D 主题语境01 人与社会-体育 1. A　2. B　3. D　4. D　5. C 主题语境02 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 Passage 1 1. D　2. B　3. C　4. B　5. A Passage 2 1. B　2. C　3. D Passage 3 1. D　2. B　3. C　4. B　5. D Passage 4 1. D　2. C　3. B　4. D　5. A Passage 5 1. A　2. C　3. B　4. D 主题语境03 人与自我-个人兴趣 1. D　2. C　3. A　4. B　5. A 主题语境04 人与自我-个人情况 1. B　2. C　3. A　4. D 主题语境05 人与自我-学校活动 1. C　2. A　3. B　4. D 主题语境06 人与自我-方法与哲理 1. B　2. B　3. C　4. C 主题语境01 人与社会-文化 1. C　2. A　3. A 主题语境02 人与社会-艺术 1. B　2. A　3. D　4. A　5. D 主题语境03 人与自我-方法与哲理 1. C　2. A　3. B 主题语境04 人与自然-自然 1. C　2. D　3. B　4. C　5. D / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题06 阅读理解（说明文） 主题语境01 人与社会-旅游 （25-26八上·江苏连云港新海实验中学·期中） The London Eye, standing on the South Bank of the River Thames in London, is one of the most famous places in the UK. As one of Europe’s tallest Ferris wheels, it has become a must-visit spot for tourists from all over the world since it opened in 2000. This amazing structure is 135 meters high. It has 32 glass capsules (座舱), and each can hold about 25 people. The capsules are slowly moving, so visitors have enough time to take photos and enjoy the scenery. A full ride around the London Eye takes about 30 minutes. On sunny days, the view is especially wonderful. You can clearly see many famous buildings nearby, such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge. The London Eye looks even more beautiful at night. When the lights around it are turned on, the huge wheel shines brightly against the dark sky. It has become a romantic and magical part of London’s night view. Many couples and families love to take a ride in the evening to feel the special charm of the city. Besides being a popular tourist attraction, the London Eye also holds special meanings. It was built to celebrate the new millennium (千禧年). Over the years, it has witnessed countless happy moments of visitors and become a symbol of London’s modern vitality. For anyone who wants to have a bird’s-eye view of London, the London Eye is really the perfect choice. 1.How long has the London Eye been open? A. For 20 years. B. For 25 years. C. For 30 years. D. For 35 years. 2.How many people can the London Eye hold? A. 600. B. 700. C. 800. D. 900. 3.What does the underlined word “charm” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Secret. B. Beauty. C. Weather. D. Taste. 4.What do you infer from the last sentence in the passage? A. The London Eye is popular. B. The London Eye is high. C. The London Eye is romantic. D. The London Eye is modern. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. B　4. B 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了伦敦眼这一景点的基本信息、不同时段的景观特点，以及它作为旅游景点的受欢迎程度、建造意义和象征意义。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“since it opened in 2000”可知伦敦眼在2000年开放，所以判断至今25年，故选B。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“It has 32 glass capsules, and each can hold about 25 people”可知它有32个座舱，每个能容纳大约25人，所以判断它能容纳大约32×25=800人，故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据“It has become a romantic and magical part of London’s night view.”可知它已经成为伦敦夜景中浪漫、充满魔力的一部分，所以结合备选项可猜测此处是说许多人喜欢这个城市特殊的美景，故选B。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“For anyone who wants to have a bird’s-eye view of London, the London Eye is really the perfect choice.”可知句子是说，想要俯瞰伦敦风景的人，伦敦眼是一个完美的选择。为什么呢，所以推断因为它是高的，故选B。 主题语境02 人与社会-时代变迁 （25-26八上·江苏无锡锡山高中学实验学校·期中）Bored at school now? How do you think schools will look in the future? Last week, about 600 teenagers in the U.S. dreamed of a future school changed by technology (科技). According to a survey (调查) published by the U.S. Internet service provider American Online (AOL), only one in 100 thinks that in the future they will walk from home to school. The rest believe they will use jet packs and hover (悬浮) boards as everyday transport. All the participants (参与者) of the survey are teenagers born into the Internet age. The study is to show how the first “cyber generation” dreams about a future life created by advanced technology. When talking about education, most believe there will still be schools to go to, but that technology will play a more and more important role in learning. The 600 teens think there will still be teachers, but 37 percent imagine them to be robots (机器人). About 24 percent believe that teachers will still be human but they will have inter-changeable microchips (微芯片) so that one person can teach all subjects. More than half believe hover boarding will be popular, while one-third say that wearing rocket boots will be their favourite activity. Another third think jet packs will be popular. Nearly 30 percent think playing football and bike-riding will still be popular. 40 percent say children will wear virtual reality helmets to bring lessons to life, while over 25 percent believe they will not need lessons because microchips stored in their head will send needed information into the brain. Matt Why man, adviser to the chief medical officer on youth issues of AOL, said, “The kids seem to know the liberation qualities of technology.” 1.What may jet packs and hover boards be in Paragraph 2? A. Popular machines for teaching. B. Daily transportation tools. C. Sports tools for playing football. D. Learning virtual reality tools. 2.What will a future school be like in the teenagers’ eyes? A. A future school will be boring because of technology. B. There will be no more human teachers in future schools. C. A future school will become more and more technological. D. Students can use inter-changeable microchips to learn at school. 3.How does the writer support the teenagers’ ideas about future schools? A. By interviewing famous scientists. B. By describing a teenager’s dream. C. By using survey numbers and examples. D. By building a new education system. 4.What is the passage mainly about? A. The teenagers’ dream for a future school. B. The survey of a future school in America. C. The future teaching and activities at school. D. The importance of robots in a future school. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. C　4. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，描述了在一项美国的调查中，有600位青少年对未来学校生活进行了想象，其中包括交通方式，教学方式和学习方式等。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“The rest believe they will use jet packs and hover boards as everyday transport.”可知，大部分青少年认为喷气背包和悬浮滑板将成为日常交通工具。故选B。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“most believe there will still be schools to go to, but that technology will play a more and more important role in learning.”可知，大多数青少年认为未来学校仍会存在，但科技将在学习中扮演越来越重要的角色。故选C。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“37 percent imagine them to be robots”、 “More than half believe hover boarding will be popular”等和具体例子来支持青少年对未来学校的设想。故选C。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。文章主要围绕美国青少年对未来学校的想象展开，包括科技在教育中的应用、教师角色的变化、受欢迎的交通方式和活动等，重点展现了青少年对未来学校的梦想。故选A。 主题语境03 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 （25-26八上·江苏常州花园中学·期中）Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is like a smart brain that can learn and make decisions on its own. AI is also like a super-smart friend that never forgets anything and can help us with all kinds of tasks. Learning with AI—Tim’s Experience Tim, an eighth-grader, was curious about a math problem. He turned to his AI teacher, Elara, who can patiently explain the steps. Elara’s method made the question clear, and Tim got the solution quickly. This AI-assisted learning way is   big progress for students like Tim, because it helps them understand better. Solving Problems with AI—Jack’s Challenge Jack faced a mistake in his school computer project. Then he asked his AI coding (代码) partner, Zack, wh might find the problem and offer solutions. With Zack’s help by searching for over 100 websites, Jack not only fixed the mistake but also learned to solve similar ones. The AI’s analytical (分析的) skills helped Jack solve his problem and complete his project successfully. Living with AI—Sarah’s Daily Life Sarah, a busy student, depended on her AI assistant, Orion, to plan her day. Orion could set the clock for school and help her pack her lunch with some helpful advice. One day, Orion even helped Sarah find her lost book by tracking it through the house’s smart system. Thanks to Orion’s good management, Sarah’s life becomes more organized. Getting Along with Family Through AI—Emily’s Family Game Night Emily’s family used an AI gaming tool, Luna, for a fun-filled game night. Luna planned games that suited all ages, considering everyone’s enjoyment. The family played happily because Luna provided different game levels for all. This evening brought Emily’s family closer, strengthening their bonds and creating unforgettable memories. Although AI has many advantages and makes our lives much more convenient, it has many limitations. We should use it wisely and properly. 1.How did AI help Tim with his math problem? A. By finding mistakes in his code. B. By giving some advice for his study. C. By patiently explaining the steps. D. By tracking his lost math book. 2.Which of the following is CORRECT according to the passage? A. Zack is an AI assistant that plans Sarah’s daily life. B. Elara helped Jack fix his coding project mistakes. C. Luna provided math problem solutions for Tim. D. Orion helped Sarah find her lost book through a smart system. 3.Where can you read this passage? A. A fashion magazine. B. A travel guide. C. A science magazine. D. A news website. 【答案】1. C　2. D　3. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，介绍了人工智能（AI）的特点，以及Tim、Jack、Sarah、Emily等人在学习、解决问题、生活、家庭互动中使用AI的不同经历，同时指出AI虽有优势但也有局限，需合理使用。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据 “Tim... He turned to his AI partner, Elara, who patiently explain the steps”可知，AI通过耐心解释解题步骤帮助Tim解决数学题。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Sarah... Orion even helped Sarah find her lost book by tracking it through the house’s smart system.” 可知，Orion通过智能系统帮Sarah找到了丢失的书。故选D。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。本文围绕人工智能的应用展开，属于科技类内容，因此最可能出现在科学杂志上。故选C。 主题语境04 人与社会-通讯与媒体 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）In China, short dramas are getting more and more popular these days. A short drama usually lasts only a few minutes per episode (集). Why do so many people love them? There are some important reasons. First, people now live a busy life. They have only small pieces of free time, like when they are on the bus or before sleeping. Short dramas fit this kind of “fragmented (碎片化的) time” well. People can finish one episode easily in their free moments. Second, short dramas tell simple but exciting stories. Many of them have plots (情节) like “becoming better and beating others”. These stories help people feel relaxed and let out their stress from daily life. The fast-paced stories also bring strong feelings to viewers. Third, short dramas have many different topics, such as love, city life and growth. Some stories are close to people’s real life. This makes it easy for viewers to feel connected with the characters. Last, making and spreading short dramas is not hard. They take a short time to make—usually one to two weeks. And they spread quickly on social media platforms like TikTok. Big video platforms, such as Tencent Video, also support short dramas a lot. 1.What is the main idea of the passage? A. How to make short dramas. B. Why short dramas are popular in China. C. When people watch short dramas. D. Where to watch short dramas. 2.Which of the following is NOT a reason for short dramas’ popularity? A. They fit fragmented time. B. They have exciting stories. C. They cost much money to make. D. They have various topics. 3.What does the underlined word “spread” mean in Chinese? A. 制作 B. 传播 C. 观看 D. 收藏 4.Put the reasons for short dramas’ popularity in the order of the passage: ①They have different and life-like topics. ②They fit people’s fragmented free time. ③ Making and spreading them is easy. ④ They have simple but exciting stories. A. ②→④→①→③ B. ②→①→④→③ C. ④→②→①→③ D. ④→①→②→③ 5.What can we learn from the passage? A. A short drama lasts 1 hour per episode. B. Short dramas only tell love stories. C. People can watch short dramas on social media. D. Making a short drama takes months. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. B　4. A　5. C 【解析】【导语】 本文主要介绍了短剧受欢迎的原因。 (1)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第一段中“Why do so many people love them? There are some important reasons.”可知，全文都是围绕短剧流行的原因展开。故选B。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Last, making and spreading short dramas is not hard. They take a short time to make—usually one to two weeks”可知，短剧的制作和传播不难，而且制作时间短，通常一到两周；根据以上推理可知，短剧的制作成本不高。选项C“花费很多钱”与原文信息相反，不是短剧受欢迎的原因。故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据“They spread quickly on social media platforms”可知，是指短剧在社交媒体平台上很快传播，spread表示“传播”。故选B。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“First, ...Short dramas fit this kind of ‘fragmented (碎片化的) time’ well.”可知，第二段中提到的原因是：短剧适应人们的碎片化时间，对应②；根据“Second, short dramas tell simple but exciting stories”可知，第三段提到的原因是：短剧故事简单精彩，对应④；根据“Third, short dramas have many different topics, such as love, city life and growth. Some stories are close to people’s real life.”可知，第四段提到的原因是：短剧题材多样贴近生活，对应①；根据“Last, making and spreading short dramas is not hard.”可知，第五段提到的原因是：短剧制作和传播比较容易，对应③。因此对应的顺序为②→④→①→③。故选A。 (5)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“they spread quickly on social media platforms like TikTok. Big video platforms… also support short dramas a lot.”可知，它们在像TikTok这样的社交媒体平台上迅速传播。大型视频平台……也大力支持短剧。这清楚说明人们可以在社交媒体和视频平台上看短剧。故选C。 主题语境05 人与自我-学习/语言 （25-26八上·江苏徐州·期中）Why is it good to speak more than just one language? A growing number of studies show that learning a second language has huge benefits. According to a group of scientists in Canada, using two languages is good for the brain. The scientists studied people who grew up speaking two languages. They discovered that these people were better at understanding new information and adapting to changes. Just as we exercise our bodies to make them stronger, we may also exercise our minds to make them work better. People who speak more than one language do this brain exercise every day. They jump from one language to another, depending on who they are talking to. As a result, they usually make better decisions and are able to solve problems more easily. They are also better at understanding different cultures. When people grow up speaking two languages, they learn to see things from different points of view. Because of this, they find it easier to get along with all kinds of people whenever they visit a new part of the world. 1.How many main benefits of speaking two languages are there in the passage? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four 2.The phrase “adapting to” is closest in meaning to . A. waiting for B. looking for C. learning to live with D. giving up on change 3.Which one shows the benefit of speaking two languages? A. Jack reads a lot of books. B. Tom wins a singing competition. C. Anna feels lonely in a new country. D. Lisa quickly learns a new computer program. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要阐述了说两种语言的好处，包括对大脑有益、能更好地理解不同文化等，并通过具体说明来展现这些好处。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章内容，首先提到“using two languages is good for the brain”，即说两种语言对大脑有好处；接着提到“They are also better at understanding different cultures”，即说两种语言的人能更好地理解不同文化。所以文章中提到说两种语言的主要好处有两点。故选B。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据文章第二段“They discovered that these people were better at understanding new information and adapting to changes.”以及后文“As a result, they usually make better decisions and are able to solve problems more easily.”可知，说两种语言的人能更好地理解新信息，并且能在做决策和解决问题方面表现更好，由此可推断出他们能更好地应对变化，“adapting to”意思接近“learning to live with”（学会适应、学会与之共处）。故选C。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据文章第二段“As a result, they usually make better decisions and are able to solve problems more easily.”可知，说两种语言的人通常能做出更好决策并更容易解决问题。A选项“Jack reads a lot of books.”只是说杰克读很多书，与说两种语言的好处无关；B选项“Tom wins a singing competition.”说的是汤姆赢得歌唱比赛，和说两种语言的好处不相关；C选项“Anna feels lonely in a new country.”表示安娜在新国家感到孤独，这不是说两种语言的好处；D选项“Lisa quickly learns a new computer program.”丽莎快速学会一个新电脑程序，体现了能更容易解决问题这一说两种语言的好处。故选D。 主题语境06 人与自我-节假日活动 （25-26八上·江苏盐城鹿鸣路初中学·期中）On September 3, 2025, Beijing held a big military parade (阅兵式). The sky was blue and clear. It was for the 80th year since China won the World Anti-Fascist War (反法西斯战争). The parade’s idea was “Remembering History and Loving Peace (和平)”. It wanted people to learn from the past and hope for a peaceful future. Many people came to watch. They stood on the streets with small flags. When the parade began, everyone cheered. It went on for about 70 minutes. There were 45 groups in the parade. Soldiers walked in straight lines. Big cars and clever machines moved past. Planes flew together in the sky. All these showed China’s new strength in keeping the country safe. The military band (乐队) was very special. It had 14 rows of people—this meant the 14 years of war. There were 80 trumpet players—this was for the 80th year. They played old war songs. The music was strong and beautiful. It helped everyone remember history. This parade was not just to show army power. It was a promise to keep peace in the world. Old soldiers who fought in the war came to watch. They looked proud. People from other countries came too. Everyone learned that we should remember the past and work together for peace. 1.How long did the 2025 military parade last? A. About 45 minutes. B. About 60 minutes. C. About 70 minutes. D. About 80 minutes. 2.Why does the writer talk about the “14 rows” and “80 trumpet players” in the passage? A. To show how big the band was. B. To give numbers to show meanings. C. To explain why the music was very loud. D. To tell us that the songs were old but beautiful. 3.What is the best title for the passage? A. The Great Soldiers in Beijing. B. A Beautiful Band for a Parade. C. Modern Machines in the Parade. D. A Parade to Remember and Keep Peace. 【答案】1. C　2. B　3. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了2025年9月，北京举行了一场大型阅兵式，以纪念中国抗日战争胜利80周年。这次阅兵的主题是“铭记历史，珍爱和平”。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“It went on for about 70 minutes.”可知，此处说明了阅兵的时长。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据 “It had 14 rows of people—this meant the 14 years of war.”和“There were 80 trumpet players—this was for the 80th year.” 可知，“14 rows”是代表14年抗战， “80 trumpet players”是为了纪念抗战胜利80周年，这些数字是用来表达特殊含义的。故选B。 (3)题解析： 最佳标题题。通读全文可知，文章开头点明了阅兵的主题：“Remembering History and Loving Peace”，文中提到了阅兵的目的是纪念历史与和平，所以标题需要包含这两个核心，选项D“铭记历史，珍爱和平”正好对应了这一主题。故选D。 主题语境01 人与社会-体育 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）The Jiangsu Football City League is very popular these days. People also call it “Jiangsu Super League” or “Su Chao” in Chinese. The league started on May 10th, 2025. It is organized by the Jiangsu Provincial Administration of Sport and the governments of 13 cities in Jiangsu. There are 13 teams in the league, and they are from all the 13 cities in Jiangsu. A total of 516 players take part in it. They are not all professional players. Some are students, some are teachers, and some are from other jobs. They are from 16 to 40 years old, and the average age is 24. The league will last for 7 months and there will be 85 matches. Most of the matches are at weekends, and there is one round every week. The matches are covered live on TV, and people can also watch games online. When the matches are on, the stadiums are full of people. They come to cheer for their hometown teams. They want their cities to win because they are proud of their hometowns. This league is not only a sports event but also a cultural celebration. Some cities show their local culture during the matches. For example, Lianyungang turns matches into a seafood festival, and Yangzhou shows its intangible cultural heritages during halftime. The Jiangsu Football City League makes more people love football. It also makes people feel the pride of their cities. 1.What is another name for the Jiangsu Football City League in Chinese? A. Su Chao. B. Jiangsu City Games. C. Football Celebration. D. Yangzhou Super League. 2.Which of the following about the players is TRUE? A. All players are students. B. Players come from different jobs. C. Players are all under 20 years old. D. All players are professional football players. 3.How can people watch the matches? a. On TV. b. Online. c. In the stadium. A. bc B. ac C. ab D. abc 4.What’s special about the league? A. People can watch games online. B. The league will last for 7 months. C. A total of 516 players take part in it. D. It is both a sports event and a cultural celebration. 5.What is the purpose of this passage? A. To tell us how to play football well. B. To show different local cultures in Jiangsu. C. To introduce the Jiangsu Football City League. D. To talk about how to cheer for hometown teams. 【答案】1. A　2. B　3. D　4. D　5. C 【解析】【导语】 本文主要介绍了江苏足球城市联赛的基本情况，包括参赛队伍、球员构成、赛事安排以及文化特色等。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“People also call it ‘Jiangsu Super League’ or ‘Su Chao’ in Chinese.”可知，人们在中文中也称它为“苏超”。故选A。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“They are not all professional players. Some are students, some are teachers, and some are from other jobs.”可知，球员来自不同职业。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“The matches are covered live on TV, and people can also watch games online.”及“When the matches are on, the stadiums are full of people.”可知，人们可以在电视上，在网上及体育场看比赛。故选D。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“This league is not only a sports event but also a cultural celebration.”可知，联赛的特殊之处在于其体育与文化结合的特点。故选D。 (5)题解析： 主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了江苏足球城市联赛的基本情况，包括参赛队伍、球员构成、赛事安排以及文化特色等，因此其目的是介绍这一联赛。故选C。 主题语境02 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 Passage 1 （25-26八上·江苏南京玄武外国语＆科利华中学·期中）College students are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT to get quick answers rather than deepen their understanding, a new national survey finds. To understand how college students are using AI tools, researchers asked 1,000 U.S. college students about their habits and found that most use AI for what researchers call “executive help”—seeking fast solutions with very little effort. In contrast, “instrumental help” involves using AI to explain concepts clearly, build skills and support independent learning. However, the study found that students who receive encouragement from professors to use AI thoughtfully are much more likely to use the technology in ways that support learning. This suggests that teacher guidance plays an important role in shaping how students use AI—not just as a tool for convenience (便利), but as a resource for intellectual (智力发展的) growth. “The growth of AI has created both optimism (乐观) and anxiety (焦虑),” Aguilar said. “What matters most is making sure that AI use is guided by those who have deep knowledge in their subject areas, and that students aren’t left to work out things alone.” Another survey of 1,505 teachers from the United States, India, Qatar, Colombia and the Philippines showed widespread concerns about plagiarism (抄袭), reduced creativity and not enough support from schools. Despite these worries, most educators see positive possibilities in AI’s classroom uses. Seventy-two percent said AI helps make routine tasks easier, 73% believe it can improve student results, and 69% said it allows for more personalized (个性化的) learning. 1.What is the main finding about how most college students use AI? A. They use AI for deep understanding. B. They use AI for creative ideas. C. They use AI for intellectual growth. D. They use AI for convenience. 2.Why does the author compare “executive help” and “instrumental help”? A. To show which way is easier for students. B. To show which way helps learning better. C. To show which way more students choose. D. To show which way needs teacher’s help. 3.Which of the following worries is NOT mentioned in the article? A. Students may use AI to copy work without thinking. B. Students might lose their creativity because of AI. C. Students’ thinking ability may become weaker with AI. D. Schools may not provide enough support for using AI. 4.Why does the author use numbers in the last paragraph? A. To make the article more interesting to read. B. To make his points more believable and strong. C. To show he is good at using numbers. D. To make readers remember the information. 5.Where is this article most likely to be published? A. An educational website. B. A science fiction. C. The school newspaper. D. A technology ad. 【答案】1. D　2. B　3. C　4. B　5. A 【解析】【导语】 本文主要讨论了大学生如何使用人工智能工具，以及教师对人工智能在课堂使用的看法和担忧。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“College students are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT to get quick answers rather than deepen their understanding, a new national survey finds. To understand how college students are using AI tools, researchers asked 1,000 U. S. college students about their habits and found that most use AI for what researchers call ‘executive help’—seeking fast solutions with very little effort.”可知，一项新的全国性调查发现，大学生越来越多地转向像ChatGPT这样的人工智能工具来获取快速答案，而不是加深理解，大多数学生使用人工智能是为了“执行帮助”——以很少的努力寻求快速解决方案，即为了方便。故选D。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“In contrast, ‘instrumental help’ involves using AI to explain concepts clearly, build skills and support independent learning. However, the study found that students who receive encouragement from professors to use AI thoughtfully are much more likely to use the technology in ways that support learning.”可知，相比之下，“工具性帮助”包括使用人工智能来清楚地解释概念、培养技能和支持自主学习，然而，研究发现，得到教授鼓励的学生更有可能以支持学习的方式使用人工智能技术，所以作者比较“执行帮助”和“工具性帮助”是为了展示哪种方式更有助于学习。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Another survey of 1,505 teachers from the United States, India, Qatar, Colombia and the Philippines showed widespread concerns about plagiarism (抄袭), reduced creativity and not enough support from schools.”可知，另一项对来自美国、印度、卡塔尔、哥伦比亚和菲律宾的1505名教师的调查显示，人们普遍担心抄袭、创造力下降以及学校支持不足，文章未提及学生思维能力会因人工智能而变弱。故选C。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“Seventy-two percent said AI helps make routine tasks easier, 73% believe it can improve student results, and 69% said it allows for more personalized (个性化的) learning.”可知，72%的人表示人工智能有助于简化日常任务，73%的人认为它可以提高学生的学习成绩，69%的人表示它可以实现更个性化的学习，作者在最后一段使用数字是为了使他的观点更有说服力和可信度。故选B。 (5)题解析： 推理判断题。文章主要讨论了大学生如何使用人工智能工具，以及教师对人工智能在课堂使用的看法和担忧，所以这篇文章最有可能发表在教育网站上。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26八上·江苏扬州文昌教育集团·期中）What do you think will happen if you draw a picture with crayons and cover up that picture with paint? Now follow the steps below to find out the answer. What you need? * crayons of different colours * drawing paper * blue poster paint *a small bowl *a cup filled with water *a paintbrush How to do it? Step 1 Think about a scene under the sea with different-coloured fish and sea plants. And then draw the fish and sea plants with your crayons. The more colours you use, the better your picture will be. Step 2 Pour a little blue paint into the bowl. Add a bit of water and stir (搅拌) to make your paint a little thinner. Step 3 Dip your brush into the blue paint in the bowl. Cover your whole picture with the blue paint. What happens? You have sea plants and animals living in a blue sea! Why it happens? Your crayons are made of wax (蜡). Wax resists (防染色) or stays away from the paint. That’s why it does not cover the picture. So your sea plants and fish are still there. 1.Which tool is needed for Step 1? A. A paintbrush. B. Different crayons. C. A small bowl. D. Some blue paint. 2.Which picture shows what you do in Step 2? A. B. C. D. 3.What does the underlined word “it” in the last part mean? A. Paper. B. Water. C. The bowl. D. The paint. 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了用蜡笔作画后覆盖蓝色颜料，利用蜡的防水性保留图案的实验步骤及原理。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Step 1”和“Think about a scene under the sea with different-coloured fish and sea plants. And then draw the fish and sea plants with your crayons.”可知，第一步需要用蜡笔画不同颜色的鱼和海洋植物的场景。故需要不同颜色的蜡笔。故选B。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Step 2”和“Pour a little blue paint into the bowl. Add a bit of water and stir (搅拌) to make your paint a little thinner.”可知，第二步是将蓝色颜料倒入碗中，加水搅拌。图片应显示碗、颜料和搅拌动作。选项C图片符合。故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据“What do you think will happen if you draw a picture with crayons and cover up that picture with paint?”、“Cover your whole picture with the blue paint.”和“Wax resists (防染色) or stays away from the paint.”可知，蜡抵抗或远离涂料，所以涂料没有覆盖图片。“it”指代的是上文中提到的“the paint”。故选D。 Passage 3 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）The soldiers stepped in perfect lines during the military parade (阅兵) on Sept 3. Did you enjoy watching them? Maybe everyone would say “yes” as uniformity (整齐划一) makes us feel so good. The reason is that our brains love orderly things, according to China Science Communication. This is about something called “processing fluency”. It helps our brain do things easily, such as remembering and deciding. Usually symmetry (对称), clear shapes and sharp contrast (对比) can help improve processing fluency. But why does our brain like this fluency? Scientists have different ideas. Some say it’s because our brain doesn’t have to work hard to understand. This helps us make quick choices without thinking too hard. Another idea is that our brains learned this from evolution (进化过程). When things are easy to get, our brain thinks we’re safe. But if things get difficult, it might mean danger, said Psychology Today. The neocortex, a part of our brain, plays a big part in this. It has 300 million brain cells (细胞) that look for patterns (图案) to help us learn. Processing fluency can be helpful for marketing. For example, Apple often uses this idea to make its ads simple and clear. This way, people can understand and remember their products very easily. 1.What makes people feel good when watching the military parade? A. The exciting music. B. The beautiful uniforms. C. The soldiers’ high skills. D. The uniformity of the soldiers. 2.Which is the easiest picture for our brain to process? A. B. C. D. 3.Why does uniformity make people feel good according to scientists? A. Because it means danger to us. B. Because it helps the neocortex work better. C. Because it tells the brain that everything is safe. D. Because it makes our brain work hard to understand. 4.What’s an example of using processing fluency in marketing? A. A company makes its ads long and funny. B. A company makes its ads simple and clear. C. A company uses perfect lines and uniforms in its ads. D. A company uses different colors and shapes in its ads. 5.What does the text mainly talk about? A. The evolution of our brains. B. How Apple designs its products. C. The use of the scientific rule. D. Why people love uniformity and the science behind it. 【答案】1. D　2. B　3. C　4. B　5. D 【解析】【导语】 本文主要介绍了为什么“整齐划一”会让人感到愉悦，并介绍了其背后的科学原理以及该原理在营销中的应用。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Maybe everyone would say ‘yes’ as uniformity makes us feel so good.”可知，士兵们的整齐划一让人感觉良好。故选D。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“Usually symmetry (对称), clear shapes and sharp contrast (对比) can help improve processing fluency.”可知，对称、清晰的形状和鲜明的对比有助于提高大脑的加工流畅性。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“When things are easy to get, our brain thinks we’re safe.”可知，“整齐划一”给大脑传递了安全的信号。故选C。 (4)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“For example, The Apple often uses this idea to make its ads simple and clear.”可知，营销中运用加工流畅性的例子是制作简单清晰的广告。故选B。 (5)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据文章内容可知，文章开头以阅兵式引入“整齐划一”这一概念，接着解释其背后的科学原理以及科学家们的不同解释，最后提到该原理的应用。因此，文章主要探讨的是人们喜爱整齐划一的原因及其科学依据。故选D。 Passage 4 （25-26八上·江苏泰州·期中） ①Young people really enjoy drinking all kinds of drinks, like cola, coffee, juice, and milk tea. But they know these drinks aren’t good for their health. Have you thought about what could change if water was the only drink you had? ②Chris Bailey, a popular blogger (博主), tried this out. He recently wrote about his experience on his blog, explaining the good points of drinking only water. Here are some of them. ③To begin with, you lose weight faster. Yeah, you do! You don’t have to exercise but just keep away from drinks for 9 days. It is the same as running for 8 kilometers a day! So write down your resolution (决心) on a piece of paper and put it on the wall. And you will see the result soon. ④Sometimes when you have to stay up for a test, a cup of tea or coffee is usually put at the side of your desk. But do you know 75 to 85 percent of your brain (大脑) is water? Nothing else! Only by drinking water, your brain can work efficiently. You may remember things quickly and well. ⑤What’s more, water washes out something bad in your body. So drinking enough water can stop you from getting old quickly. If you want to look young and nice as long as possible, drink a glass of water right now. Keep on doing it for longer, and you will be surprised to find your skin soft and clean. ⑥Lastly, you save money! How much money do you spend on coffee and juice every week? The price of water is much lower than that of other drinks. Drink 5 glasses of water every day, or spend money visiting doctors. Think about it! ⑦So, what are you waiting for? You’ve seen how just drinking water can lead to weight loss, better concentration (注意力), and healthier skin. Remember, little changes can make a big difference in how you feel. Start by replacing one drink with water each day. Take that first step now, and your body will thank you for it. 1.Which of the following is probably on the paper in Paragraph 3? A. Take more exercise B. Drink more coffee C. Save more money D. Have more water 2.What does efficiently mean? A. 主动地 B. 持续地 C. 高效地 D. 反复地 3.What can we learn from the text? A. Only water can make your brain work. B. Drinking water can help you lose weight and save money. C. Drinking water every day will make your hair soft quickly. D. The money spent on coffee is less than that in visiting doctors. 4.What’s the structure (结构) of the text? A. B. C. D. 5.What’s the main idea of the passage? A. The good points of only drinking water. B. The ways of choosing the cheapest drinks. C. The popular drinks young people like today. D. The importance of exercise for people’s health. 【答案】1. D　2. C　3. B　4. D　5. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，文章通过博主亲身经历，向年轻人科普了只喝水不喝其他饮料在减肥、健脑、美容、省钱等方面的多重健康益处。 (1)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第二段中“He recently wrote about his experience on his blog, explaining the good points of drinking only water. Here are some of them.”和第三段内容“To begin with, you lose weight faster. Yeah, you do! You don’t have to exercise but just keep away from drinks for 9 days. It is the same as running for 8 kilometers a day! So write down your resolution (决心) on a piece of paper and put it on the wall. And you will see the result soon.”可知，第二段结尾引出了只喝水的好处，第三段讲述了只喝水可以更快地减肥，不用锻炼，只要9天不喝饮料就可以了，这和每天跑8公里是一样的，所以可以在纸上写“多喝水”。故选D。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据第四段中“Only by drinking water, your brain can work efficiently.”可知，只有喝水，你的大脑才能高效工作。由此可知，下划线单词“efficiently”的中文意思是“高效地”。故选C。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第三段中“To begin with, you lose weight faster.”和第六段中“Lastly, you save money!”可知，喝水可以帮助你减肥和省钱。故选B。 (4)题解析： 篇章结构题。通读全文可知，①引出话题→②介绍博主实验→③④⑤⑥分点阐述好处→⑦总结号召，即文章结构如D图所示。故选D。 (5)题解析： 主旨大意题。通读全文可知，全文核心是介绍只喝水的各种好处，包括减肥、提神、美容、省钱等。故选A。 Passage 5 （25-26八上·江苏常州清潭中学·期中）A myth (迷) is something that is not correct, but many people believe. There are a lot of myths about our brains (头脑). One of the biggest myths is that we only use 10% of our brains. The next part of the myth is that if we can learn to use the rest of our brains, then we’ll be much smarter. People say this all the time, but it’s not true! The truth is that we don’t know everything about the brain, but we know that each part of it has an important use. So scientists think the “10% myth” is wrong. The other most popular myth is about the right brain and the left brain. According to this myth, people who often use the right brain are more creative. People who often use the left brain are better at Maths and Science. This is as popular as the 10% myth, and it’s also wrong. In 2013, a study at an American university shows we use the left brain as much as the right brain. It’s true that we use different parts of our brains for different things. We use our left brain for language more, and our right brain when we need to pay attention. Next let’s look at a few interesting facts about the brain. First of all, the brain feels no pain (痛苦). Second, about 75% of the brain is made of water. It’s also the fastest organ (器官) in your body. Here’s another interesting fact about the brain. Around the time you are 18 years old, it stops growing. 1.According to the facts in the passage,________ may use the left brain more. A. Robert, a young man learning Chinese B. Kate, a girl drawing pictures C. Jenny, a woman making clothes D. Jacob, a student good at Science 2.Which of the following is TRUE about the brain? A. Maths teachers use the left brain more often. B. We know everything about the brain. C. Most of the brain is made of water. D. It is always growing all your life. 3.The underlined word “this” in Paragraph 3 refers to “________”. A. The left brain myth B. The right brain and left brain myth C. The 10 percent myth D. The study of an American university 4.The passage mainly tells us about ________ A. the growing of the brain B. different uses of the brain C. the right brain and the left brain D. myths and facts about the brain 【答案】1. A　2. C　3. B　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要讲了关于大脑的“仅使用 10%”和“左右脑功能区分”两大常见误解，并介绍了大脑无疼痛感、大部分由水构成等有趣事实。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“We use our left brain for language more, and our right brain when we need to pay attention.”可知，学习语言会更多使用左脑，Robert在学习中文。故选A。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“Second, about 75% of the brain is made of water.”可知，大脑大约75%由水构成，即大部分由水组成。故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据“The other most popular myth is about the right brain and the left brain... This is as popular as the 10% myth, and it’s also wrong.”可知，“this”指代前文提到的关于右脑和左脑的说法。故选B。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据“There are a lot of myths about our brains. One of the biggest myths... The other most popular myth... Next let’s look at a few interesting facts about the brain.”可知，文章主要讲述了关于大脑的谣言和事实。故选D。 主题语境03 人与自我-个人兴趣 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）DIY, short for “Do It Yourself,” has become a global trend. It means creating, repairing, or improving things by oneself instead of buying new items or paying someone to do them. DIY projects can be very different, from making home decorations to fixing broken furniture. First, DIY helps save money. Instead of spending a lot on new products or services, people can use their skills and creativity to make things at a lower cost. For example, repainting old furniture or sewing a handmade bag is much cheaper than buying new ones. Second, DIY enhances creativity and problem-solving skills. When working on a project, people often need to think creatively to find solutions. This not only makes the brain more active but also brings a sense of achievement once the task is completed. Moreover, DIY is environmentally friendly. By reusing and recycling materials, we reduce waste and help protect the planet. For instance, turning glass jars into flower vases or using old clothes to make tote bags can minimize unnecessary trash. In conclusion, DIY is a rewarding activity that saves money, boosts creativity, and benefits the environment. Whether it’s a small craft or a big home improvement project, the joy of creating something with your own hands is truly priceless. So why not start a DIY project today? 1.How does the writer begin the passage? A. By asking a question. B. By showing an example. C. By making a comparison. D. By giving an explanation. 2.Which of the following is a DIY project? A. Buying a handmade bag on one’s own. B. Paying someone to repaint old furniture. C. Creating something with your own hands. D. Reducing waste and helping protect the planet. 3.What does the underlined word “enhances” in Para 3 mean? A. improves B. suggests C. predicts D. understands 4.What’s the writer’s purpose in writing the passage? A. To ask people to save money. B. To encourage people to start DIY. C. To show people the bad points of DIY. D. To make people care about the environment. 5.Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A. B. C. D. 【答案】1. D　2. C　3. A　4. B　5. A 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，介绍了DIY（自己动手做）这一全球趋势，阐述了DIY的好处，包括节省金钱、提升创造力和解决问题的能力以及环保，最后鼓励人们开始DIY项目。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“DIY, short for ‘Do It Yourself,’ has become a global trend. It means creating, repairing, or improving things by oneself instead of buying new items or paying someone to do them.”可知，作者通过给出DIY的定义来开始这篇文章。故选D。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据文章第一段“DIY projects can be very different, from making home decorations to fixing broken furniture.”以及常识可知，DIY项目是指自己动手创造或修理东西，选项C“用自己的双手创造东西”符合DIY的定义。故选C。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据文章第三段“Second, DIY enhances creativity and problem-solving skills. When working on a project, people often need to think creatively to find solutions.”可知，DIY能够提升创造力和解决问题的能力，因此“enhances”在此处意为“提升，改善”。故选A。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据文章最后一段“In conclusion, DIY is a rewarding activity that saves money, boosts creativity, and benefits the environment. Whether it’s a small craft or a big home improvement project, the joy of creating something with your own hands is truly priceless. So why not start a DIY project today?”可知，作者写这篇文章的目的是鼓励人们开始DIY项目。故选B。 (5)题解析： 篇章结构题。文章开头引入DIY的概念，中间部分分别阐述了DIY的三个好处：节省金钱、提升创造力和解决问题的能力以及环保，最后总结DIY的益处并鼓励人们开始DIY。因此，文章的结构为总分总结构。故选A。 主题语境04 人与自我-个人情况 （25-26八上·江苏常州第二十四中学·11月·期中）When John was growing up, other kids felt sorry for him, as his parents always had him do some housework or do some part-time jobs. But when John reached adulthood, he was better off than his childhood friends. He had a better career, a better marriage and was healthier. Most of all, he was happier. These are the findings of a 40-year study. Researchers followed the lives of 456 teenage boys from Boston. The study showed that those who worked when they were young enjoyed happier and more successful lives than those who did not. “Boys who worked in the home or community gained competence (能力) and came to feel they were useful members of society,” said George Vaillant, the psychologist who made the research. “And because they felt good about themselves, others felt good about them, too.” Vaillant’s study followed these males all these years. Interviews were repeated at ages 25, 31 and 47. Under Vaillant, the researchers compared the men’s boyhood-activity scores with their mental-health scores. Points were given for part-time jobs, housework, hard work in school, and the ability to deal with problems. The relation (关系) between what the men once did as young boys and how they turned out as adults was very sharp. Vaillant and his team found that those who did the most boyhood activities were twice as likely to have warm relations with other people, five times as likely to be well paid and 16 times less likely to have been unemployed (失业的). The researchers also found that IQ and family social and economic class (社会和经济阶层) made no real difference in how the boys turned out. Working at any age is important. Childhood activities help a child develop responsibility, independence, confidence and competence. They also help him understand that people must work with others towards common goals. The most competent adults are those who know how to do this. Yet work isn’t everything. As Tolstoy once said, “One can live wonderfully in this world if one knows how to work and how to love, to work for the person one loves and to love one’s work.” 1.What can you learn about John? A. He liked doing part-time jobs. B. He enjoyed his career and marriage. C. He received little love from his family. D. He had few friends when he was a child. 2.According to Vaillant, why could John be better off than his childhood friends? A. Because he did part-time jobs after work. B. Because he felt proud of himself when working. C. Because his working experience in his childhood was of help. D. Because he was happier than his friends when they were young. 3.How did Vaillant and his team get the findings of the research? A. By comparing different sets of scores. B. By checking the men’s family social class. C. By recording the boys’ effort in school. D. By testing the men’s problem-solving ability. 4.The purpose of the passage is to tell us that ________. A. IQ plays an important role in people’s development B. social and economic class decides how our career goes C. only working at a young age is important to our adult life D. the ability of working with others towards goals is very important 【答案】1. B　2. C　3. A　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，介绍了一项长达40年的研究，该研究表明童年时期参与家务或兼职工作等活动，有助于培养责任感、独立性和能力，从而对成年后的职业、人际关系和幸福感产生积极影响。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“He had a better career, a better marriage and was healthier. Most of all, he was happier.”可知，约翰享受他的职业和婚姻。故选B。 (2)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“ ‘Boys who worked in the home or community gained competence and came to feel they were useful members of society’...‘And because they felt good about themselves, others felt good about them, too.’ ”可推知，童年的工作经历帮助约翰培养了能力和自信，这对他成年后的成功有帮助。故选C。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Under Vaillant, the researchers compared the men’s boyhood-activity scores with their mental-health scores.”可知，研究团队是通过比较不同分数集得出研究结果的。故选A。 (4)题解析： 主旨大意题。通读全文，特别是最后一段“They also help him understand that people must work with others towards common goals. The most competent adults are those who know how to do this.”可知，文章旨在告诉我们与他人合作实现目标的能力非常重要。故选D。 主题语境05 人与自我-学校活动 （25-26八上·江苏省宿迁市南京师范大学附属中学·期中）Shenzhen is the first city in China to ask schools to have daily P.E. classes for primary and middle school students. Buxin Primary School in Luohu District has a “3+1+1” model—three P.E. classes, one music-based exercise class and one sports game class. This makes sure that students have five P.E. classes per week. Then there is a new problem: there aren’t enough P.E. teachers. Buxin Primary School lets teachers from other subjects teach some P.E. classes. For example, Liu Xunhua, a Chinese teacher, is also a part-time P.E. teacher. He says daily P.E. classes are good for students’ health and he supports the idea. Besides, many schools don’t have much space for the new P.E. classes. To solve the problem, Longhua Foreign Languages School makes full use of space in the school. For example, students can run uphill (朝上坡方向) and jump on steps. If there are too many P.E. classes at the same time, teachers will take students to the public basketball court (公共篮球场) near the school. It’s just across the street from the school playground. Students enjoy daily P.E. classes. Yuan Yinuo, a sixth grader, thinks sports can make students feel less stressed in daily study and before exams. Chen Xinru, an eighth grader, says daily P.E. classes can help them improve their studies. However, some parents are worried about daily P.E. classes taking up the learning time for other subjects, although they know the importance of P.E. classes. Now, many other big cities like Beijing and Shanghai are also trying out daily P.E. classes. They want to make sure that students get enough exercise at school. 1.How many P.E. classes do students at Buxin Primary School have per week? A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six. 2.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A. The ways of solving the space problem. B. The lack (缺乏) of P.E. teachers in schools. C. The importance of P.E. classes in students’ study. D. The different views of students on daily P.E. classes 3.What do the underlined words “less stressed” mean in English? A. More tired. B. More relaxed. C. Less bored. D. Less excited. 4.Which is the right structure (结构) of the text? (①= Paragraph 1, ②= Paragraph 2…) A. ①②③④/⑤ B. ①/②③④⑤ C. ①②/③④/⑤ D. ①/②③/④/⑤ 【答案】1. C　2. A　3. B　4. D 【解析】【导语】 本文介绍了深圳率先提出中小学生每天一节体育课，文章介绍了实施该措施出现的问题以及老师、学生和家长对此的态度和评价。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第1段“Buxin Primary School in Luohu District has a “3+1+1” model—three P.E. classes, one music-based exercise class and one sports game class. This makes sure that students have five P.E. classes per week.”可知，罗湖区布心小学的学生每周有五节体育课。故选C。 (2)题解析： 主旨大意题。根据第3段“Besides, many schools don’t have much space for the new P.E. classes. To solve the problem, Longhua Foreign Languages School makes full use of space in the school.”可知，本段以龙华区外国语学校为例，介绍了应对校园内体育活动空间不足的一些举措。故选A。 (3)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据第4段“Students enjoy daily P.E. classes.”可知，此句是说六年级学生袁一诺认为每天一节体育课有助于缓解学生学习和考试的压力，也就是让学生更加放松。“less stressed”的意思应该是更加放松。故选B。 (4)题解析： 篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章的第一段主要介绍了“每日体育课”的模式；第二、三段分别介绍了实施这一举措的过程中出现的问题；第四段介绍了学生和家长对于这一举措的态度和评价；最后一段对全文进行了总结。故选D。 主题语境06 人与自我-方法与哲理 （25-26八上·江苏南京玄武外国语＆科利华中学·期中） How to make festive gift tags (标签)? In recent years, zero-waste living has been from fashionable topics to a way of life for many people, including myself. And I’ve got an interesting way to help reduce some of that waste. Last year, I created some free templates for reusable, zero-waste embroidered (刺绣) gift tags, and I’m excited to stitch (缝) up some more this year. Each one can be made in less than 20 minutes, then reused over and over. Let me show you my steps: · Print out the gift tag templates, then cut out the design you want to make. If you’re making the tags in a card, print them directly onto your card stock—but if you’re making them in felt (毛毡), print them onto paper and draw the design onto the felt with tailor chalk. · Using your sewing needle and embroidery thread, stitch the design on the template using the dots as a guide. It’s best to use a back stitch to create the design. If you’re stitching them in felt, you can stitch through both the paper template and the felt, then get away the paper at the end. If you’re stitching a card tag, try not to bend or tear the card as you do this. It might take a little practice to get a good feel for it. · Build up the design until it’s finished, using as many colours of thread as you want. · Tie off the ends and cut away the extra thread. · Finally, tie a loop to the top of the tags, and stick the tags to your gifts. The easiness of these tags makes them the perfect low effort but high effect project. They’re perfect for a relaxing afternoon with friends, or you could sit on the sofa with a festive film and create some. It’s even more fun with a cup of hot chocolate! 1.Why did the writer start making embroidered gift tags? A. Because it was a fashionable thing to do. B. Because it helped reduce waste in daily life. C. Because they were cheaper than bought tags. D. Because they were required by friends. 2.What does the word “template” in the passage most probably mean? A. A kind of special paper for writing. B. A ready-made design used as a guide. C. A tool for making embroidery easier. D. A material for making beautiful gifts. 3.What is the correct order of making the gift tags? a. Stitch the design following the dots b. Print out and cut the template c. Tie a loop to the top of the tag d. Tie off the ends and cut extra thread A. a-b-d-c B. b-d-a-c C. b-a-d-c D. a-d-b-c 4.How does the writer feel about making these gift tags? A. It is difficult but worthwhile. B. It is interesting but tiring. C. It is enjoyable and relaxing. D. It is expensive but interesting. 【答案】1. B　2. B　3. C　4. C 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文，主要内容是介绍如何制作可重复使用的零浪费刺绣礼物标签，并分享了作者的个人体验和环保理念。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据第一段内容“In recent years, zero-waste living has been from fashionable topics to a way of life for many people, including myself. And I’ve got an interesting way to help reduce some of that waste.”可知，文中开头提到“零浪费生活已成为许多人的生活方式”，且作者说“我有一个有趣的方法来帮助减少一些浪费”，说明初衷是减少浪费。故选B。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据前文“· Print out the gift tag templates, then cut out the design you want to make.”和“· Using your sewing needle and embroidery thread, stitch the design on the template using the dots as a guide.”可知，文中提到“打印礼物标签模板”，“按照模板上的点刺绣”。由此可推测，下划线单词“template”最有可能是“一种用作指南的现成设计”。故选B。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“· Print out the gift tag templates, then cut out the design you want to make.…· Using your sewing needle and embroidery thread, stitch the design on the template using the dots as a guide.…· Build up the design until it’s finished, using as many colours of thread as you want. · Tie off the ends and cut away the extra thread. · Finally, tie a loop to the top of the tags, and stick the tags to your gifts.”可知，制作礼品标签的正确步骤是：先打印并裁剪模板(b)→ 按点刺绣(a)→ 打结并剪去多余线头(d)→ 在标签顶部系上挂环(c)。故选C。 (4)题解析： 观点态度题。根据最后一段内容“The easiness of these tags makes them the perfect low effort but high effect project. They’re perfect for a relaxing afternoon with friends, or you could sit on the sofa with a festive film and create some. It’s even more fun with a cup of hot chocolate!”可知，最后一段提到“这是完美的低投入高效果项目”“适合与朋友一起度过轻松下午”“甚至配上一杯热巧克力更有趣”，可见作者认为这一过程愉悦且放松。故选C。 主题语境01 人与社会-文化 （25-26八上·江苏南京江宁区联合体·期中）As a country strong in math, China has many folk games. Let’s take a look at three of them. Luban Lock Luban Lock was first made by Lu Ban about 2,000 years ago. It is said that Lu used six wooden pieces to make a toy that looks like a lock for his son. The lock has a lot to do with solid geometry (立体几何). It’s hard to take the six pieces apart. However, it is usually easier to unlock a Luban Lock than to put it back together. Now there are Locks made up of nine or more pieces. Huarong Pass Huarong Pass is a traditional Chinese block puzzle. Every block is named after a character in the book Romance of the three Kingdoms, like Cao Cao, Zhang Fei, and Zhao Yun. To win the game, players have to move the block to get “Cao Cao” out. This is a test of one’s math knowledge. For example, it takes at least 81 steps to set “Cao Cao” free. Tangram A tangram is a puzzle made up of seven pieces of different shapes, including triangles, squares and parallelograms (平行四边形). For each puzzler, players need to use all the pieces to make a shape. They can make shapes of animals, people or things. To do it, they have to know about geometry. According to China Science Daily, the game was popular in the Ming dynasty. In the 18th century, the tangram was brought to the West and soon became popular there. 1.Which picture shows Lu Ban lock? A. B. C. D. 2.What can you learn from the passage? A. Tangram is popular in both China and Western countries. B. It takes at most 81 steps to set “Cao Cao” free in Huarong Pass. C. Players need to use some of the pieces to make a shape in a tangram. D. It is usually easier to put a Luban Lock back together than to unlock it. 3.Which part of a magazine is the passage most probably taken from? A. Math. B. History. C. Biology. D. Language. 【答案】1. C　2. A　3. A 【解析】【导语】 本文主要介绍了中国的三种与数学相关的传统民间游戏：鲁班锁、华容道和七巧板。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Luban Lock was first made by Lu Ban about 2,000 years ago. It is said that Lu used six wooden pieces to make a toy that looks like a lock for his son. The lock has a lot to do with solid geometry (立体几何).”可知，鲁班锁是一个用六根木条制作的看起来像锁的玩具，故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据最后一段“According to China Science Daily, the game was popular in the Ming dynasty. In the 18th century, the tangram was brought to the West and soon became popular there.”可知，七巧板在中国和西方国家都很受欢迎。故选A。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“As a country strong in math, China has many folk games.”以及通读全文可知，全文围绕三种与数学（几何）相关的传统游戏展开，因此最可能出自杂志的“数学”板块。故选A。 主题语境02 人与社会-艺术 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）①For centuries, Chinese people have used folding fans to cool themselves and have regarded them as a symbol of culture and wisdom. Among them, the Rongchang folding fan, which is from Chongqing’s Rongchang District, is one of the most famous. In 2008, it was listed as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. ②The history of Rongchang folding fans dates back to the Ming Dynasty. At that time, Rongchang became a centre for handmade fan production because of its high-quality bamboo and skilled workers. Over time, the fans have become well-known for being strong and beautiful. ③Creating a Rongchang folding fan is a highly skilled process. ④Making each fan requires over 70 steps, including cutting and painting. Workers usually spend years learning these skills to make sure the fans meet high standards (标准). ⑤During the process, one of the most important parts is to choose the material. Workers need to use thin but strong bamboo, making fans easy to carry. At the same time, the material makes Rongchang folding fans special. ⑥As dynasties rose and fell, the Rongchang folding fan continually reinvented its cultural role. From being a tool to a cultural symbol, it shows that true craftsmanship not only serves practical needs, but also carries cultural meaning. ⑦In ancient China, many of Rongchang folding fans were hand-painted with traditional Chinese calligraphy (书法) or paintings, turning each one into a piece of art. Poets wrote poems on them, and performers used them in traditional dances and operas. ⑧Though fewer people need hand-held fans nowadays, Rongchang folding fans are popular among collectors and are often given as cultural gifts. Old workers are not only training the next generation but also exploring creative designs to attract more young people. Rongchang folding fans have become a living art form that continues to spread to more people. 1.What makes Rongchang folding fans special? A. Their large size and heavy weight. B. Their thin but strong bamboo. C. Their modern and creative designs. D. Their famous and beautiful paintings. 2.What does the writer think of the future of Rongchang folding fans? A. Hopeful. B. Difficult. C. Doubtful. D. Uncertain. 3.What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To encourage more people to buy Rongchang folding fans. B. To compare Rongchang folding fans with other types of fans. C. To teach young people how to make a Rongchang folding fan. D. To introduce the history and importance of Rongchang folding fans. 4.Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A. B. C. D. 5.Which of the following is TRUE about Rongchang folding fans according to the passage? A. Rongchang folding fans were only used to cool people in ancient times. B. The process of making a Rongchang folding fan is simple and easy. C. Rongchang folding fans have lost their cultural value now. D. Poets and performers in ancient China used Rongchang folding fans in their works and performances. 【答案】1. B　2. A　3. D　4. A　5. D 【解析】【导语】 本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了荣昌折扇的历史、制作工艺、文化意义以及其未来的发展。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据⑤段“During the process, one of the most important parts is to choose the material. Workers need to use thin but strong bamboo, making fans easy to carry. At the same time, the material makes Rongchang folding fans special.”可知，荣昌折扇使用既薄又韧的竹子，使之与众不同。故选B。 (2)题解析： 观点态度题。根据第⑧段“Though fewer people need hand-held fans nowadays, Rongchang… Rongchang folding fans have become a living art form that continues to spread to more people.”可知，虽然如今使用手持扇的人变少，但荣昌折扇仍受收藏者青睐，也常被当作文化礼品，老艺人还在培养新人并探索更多创意设计，说明作者对其未来持乐观的态度，所以，hopeful“充满希望的”，符合作者的态度。故选A。 (3)题解析： 推理判断题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了荣昌折扇的历史渊源、制作工艺及其文化意义，意在阐述它的历史和重要性，选项D“介绍荣昌折扇的历史和重要性”符合题意。故选D。 (4)题解析： 篇章结构题。通读全文可知，文章可分为四部分：①②段介绍荣昌折扇及其历史背景；③～⑤段介绍扇子的制作工艺；⑥⑦段讲述扇子的文化内涵与演变；第⑧段总结并展望其未来。与A 选项所示的结构相符。故选A。 (5)题解析： 推理判断题。根据第⑦段“In ancient China, many of Rongchang folding… poems on them, and performers used them in traditional dances and operas.”可知，在中国古代，许多荣昌折扇都手工绘制了中国传统书法或绘画，使每一把折扇都成为一件艺术品，诗人会在上面题诗，表演者则在传统舞蹈和戏曲中使用它们，所以，选项D“中国古代的诗人和表演者在他们的作品和表演中使用荣昌折扇”符合题意。故选D。 主题语境03 人与自我-方法与哲理 （25-26八上·江苏无锡锡山高中学实验学校·期中）A Garden Plan Labor education (劳动教育) has entered every school. It allows students to get close to nature and learn life skills. If you and your classmates want to plant something in your school garden, you need to make a garden plan. It helps you make sure that each plant has the space it needs to grow. Steps to follow: First, check a seed catalog (种子目录) or a gardening guide to learn what will grow well in your garden. List the plants you will grow. Second, check the seed catalog or the gardening guide to learn how much space each plant needs. Make a chart to show each plant and how far apart it should be planted in a row. Look at the example. Next, use a tapeline to measure (测量) the length and width of the garden. Write the measurements in your garden plan. Then, make a map of your garden, like the one above. Finally, decide which plant you want to grow the most. Mark out the space on your map for that plant. Add the other plants if space allows. When your plan is done, you can start planting. 1.What is the advantage of labor education according to the passage? A. It can let the plants in your garden grow well. B. It can allow you to put the knowledge you learn into practice. C. It can allow you to get close to nature and learn life skills. D. It can help you make a more detailed study plan. 2.Which picture can show the meaning of the underlined word “tapeline”? A. B. C. D. 3.If you want to plant three carrots in a row, how long will the row need to be at least? A. 3 feet. B. 6 feet. C. 9 feet. D. 12 feet. 【答案】1. C　2. A　3. B 【解析】【导语】 本文主要围绕劳动教育的重要性展开，特别是通过制定花园计划来培养学生的实践能力和对自然的理解。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Labor education has entered every school. It allows students to get close to nature and learn life skills.”可知，劳动教育的优势是让学生亲近自然并学习生活技能。故选C。 (2)题解析： 词句猜测题。根据“Next, use a tapeline to measure (测量) the length and width of the garden. ”可知，测量长度和宽度应该使用卷尺，对照图片可知A项符合。故选A。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据表格内容：Carrot对应的间距是3 feet apart，表明胡萝卜之间相距3英尺，三棵胡萝卜需要两段间距，总长度为3×2=6英尺。故选B。 主题语境04 人与自然-自然 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）Do a science experiment to see how rain forms. You will need: a glass jar (罐), hot water, a plate and ice cubes (冰块). What happens in the jar? Hot water makes warm, wet air called steam (水蒸气). Steam rises up to the cold plate. The cold air near the plate changes warm steam into water. Then, heavy drops of water fall. What happens in the sky? The sun heats the water. The warm, wet air rises up into the sky. If the warm, wet air meets the cold air, rain clouds will form. When the clouds have enough water, the drops fall to the ground as rain. 1.Which of the following is the right order of using the objects in the experiment? A. Ice cubes→A plate→A jar, hot water. B. A jar, hot water→Ice cubes→A plate. C. A jar, hot water→A plate→Ice cubes. D. Ice cubes→A jar, hot water→A plate. 2.How long does it take to see raindrops in this experiment? A. About five minutes. B. About ten minutes. C. About fifteen minutes. D. About twenty minutes. 3.From the passage we can know the drops of water in the experiment come from ________. A. the melting ice cubes B. the warm, wet air C. the rain clouds D. the cold air 4.Which of the following should be put into ▲ ? A. wet air B. hot wind C. rain clouds D. water drops 5.In which class will you probably do this experiment? A. History class. B. Chemistry class. C. Math class. D. Physics class. 【答案】1. C　2. D　3. B　4. C　5. D 【解析】【导语】 本文主要介绍了人工造雨实验，并解释了雨水形成的原理。 (1)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Pour 200ml of hot water into the jar.” “Cover the jar with a plate. Wait 5 minutes.” “Put ice cubes on the plate. Wait 15 minutes.” “Watch for drops of water to fall like rain!”可知，实验时，先往罐子里倒入200毫升热水；用一个盘子盖住罐子，等待5分钟；把冰块放在盘子上，再等15分钟；然后就可以观察到水滴像雨一样落下。故选C。 (2)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Cover the jar with a plate. Wait 5 minutes.” “Put ice cubes on the plate. Wait 15 minutes.”可知，实验观察到雨滴需等待约20分钟。故选D。 (3)题解析： 细节理解题。根据“Hot water makes warm, wet air called steam (水蒸气). Steam rises up to the cold plate. The cold air near the plate changes warm steam into water. Then, heavy drops of water fall.”可知，热水会产生温暖潮湿的空气，即水蒸气；水蒸气上升至冰冷的盘子；盘子附近的冷空气使温暖的水蒸气变成水；然后沉甸甸的水滴就落下来了。也就是说，水滴是由温暖潮湿的空气产生的。故选B。 (4)题解析： 推理判断题。根据“If the warm, wet air meets the cold air, rain clouds will form.”可知，如果温暖潮湿的空气遇到冷空气，就会形成“雨云”。故选C。 (5)题解析： 推理判断题。本文主要介绍了人工造雨实验，并解释了雨水形成的物理过程，可以推断会在物理课上做这个实验。故选D。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题06 阅读理解（说明文） 主题语境01 人与社会-旅游 （25-26八上·江苏连云港新海实验中学·期中） The London Eye, standing on the South Bank of the River Thames in London, is one of the most famous places in the UK. As one of Europe’s tallest Ferris wheels, it has become a must-visit spot for tourists from all over the world since it opened in 2000. This amazing structure is 135 meters high. It has 32 glass capsules (座舱), and each can hold about 25 people. The capsules are slowly moving, so visitors have enough time to take photos and enjoy the scenery. A full ride around the London Eye takes about 30 minutes. On sunny days, the view is especially wonderful. You can clearly see many famous buildings nearby, such as Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and Tower Bridge. The London Eye looks even more beautiful at night. When the lights around it are turned on, the huge wheel shines brightly against the dark sky. It has become a romantic and magical part of London’s night view. Many couples and families love to take a ride in the evening to feel the special charm of the city. Besides being a popular tourist attraction, the London Eye also holds special meanings. It was built to celebrate the new millennium (千禧年). Over the years, it has witnessed countless happy moments of visitors and become a symbol of London’s modern vitality. For anyone who wants to have a bird’s-eye view of London, the London Eye is really the perfect choice. 1.How long has the London Eye been open? A. For 20 years. B. For 25 years. C. For 30 years. D. For 35 years. 2.How many people can the London Eye hold? A. 600. B. 700. C. 800. D. 900. 3.What does the underlined word “charm” in paragraph 3 mean? A. Secret. B. Beauty. C. Weather. D. Taste. 4.What do you infer from the last sentence in the passage? A. The London Eye is popular. B. The London Eye is high. C. The London Eye is romantic. D. The London Eye is modern. 主题语境02 人与社会-时代变迁 （25-26八上·江苏无锡锡山高中学实验学校·期中）Bored at school now? How do you think schools will look in the future? Last week, about 600 teenagers in the U.S. dreamed of a future school changed by technology (科技). According to a survey (调查) published by the U.S. Internet service provider American Online (AOL), only one in 100 thinks that in the future they will walk from home to school. The rest believe they will use jet packs and hover (悬浮) boards as everyday transport. All the participants (参与者) of the survey are teenagers born into the Internet age. The study is to show how the first “cyber generation” dreams about a future life created by advanced technology. When talking about education, most believe there will still be schools to go to, but that technology will play a more and more important role in learning. The 600 teens think there will still be teachers, but 37 percent imagine them to be robots (机器人). About 24 percent believe that teachers will still be human but they will have inter-changeable microchips (微芯片) so that one person can teach all subjects. More than half believe hover boarding will be popular, while one-third say that wearing rocket boots will be their favourite activity. Another third think jet packs will be popular. Nearly 30 percent think playing football and bike-riding will still be popular. 40 percent say children will wear virtual reality helmets to bring lessons to life, while over 25 percent believe they will not need lessons because microchips stored in their head will send needed information into the brain. Matt Why man, adviser to the chief medical officer on youth issues of AOL, said, “The kids seem to know the liberation qualities of technology.” 1.What may jet packs and hover boards be in Paragraph 2? A. Popular machines for teaching. B. Daily transportation tools. C. Sports tools for playing football. D. Learning virtual reality tools. 2.What will a future school be like in the teenagers’ eyes? A. A future school will be boring because of technology. B. There will be no more human teachers in future schools. C. A future school will become more and more technological. D. Students can use inter-changeable microchips to learn at school. 3.How does the writer support the teenagers’ ideas about future schools? A. By interviewing famous scientists. B. By describing a teenager’s dream. C. By using survey numbers and examples. D. By building a new education system. 4.What is the passage mainly about? A. The teenagers’ dream for a future school. B. The survey of a future school in America. C. The future teaching and activities at school. D. The importance of robots in a future school. 主题语境03 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 （25-26八上·江苏常州花园中学·期中）Artificial Intelligence, or AI, is like a smart brain that can learn and make decisions on its own. AI is also like a super-smart friend that never forgets anything and can help us with all kinds of tasks. Learning with AI—Tim’s Experience Tim, an eighth-grader, was curious about a math problem. He turned to his AI teacher, Elara, who can patiently explain the steps. Elara’s method made the question clear, and Tim got the solution quickly. This AI-assisted learning way is   big progress for students like Tim, because it helps them understand better. Solving Problems with AI—Jack’s Challenge Jack faced a mistake in his school computer project. Then he asked his AI coding (代码) partner, Zack, wh might find the problem and offer solutions. With Zack’s help by searching for over 100 websites, Jack not only fixed the mistake but also learned to solve similar ones. The AI’s analytical (分析的) skills helped Jack solve his problem and complete his project successfully. Living with AI—Sarah’s Daily Life Sarah, a busy student, depended on her AI assistant, Orion, to plan her day. Orion could set the clock for school and help her pack her lunch with some helpful advice. One day, Orion even helped Sarah find her lost book by tracking it through the house’s smart system. Thanks to Orion’s good management, Sarah’s life becomes more organized. Getting Along with Family Through AI—Emily’s Family Game Night Emily’s family used an AI gaming tool, Luna, for a fun-filled game night. Luna planned games that suited all ages, considering everyone’s enjoyment. The family played happily because Luna provided different game levels for all. This evening brought Emily’s family closer, strengthening their bonds and creating unforgettable memories. Although AI has many advantages and makes our lives much more convenient, it has many limitations. We should use it wisely and properly. 1.How did AI help Tim with his math problem? A. By finding mistakes in his code. B. By giving some advice for his study. C. By patiently explaining the steps. D. By tracking his lost math book. 2.Which of the following is CORRECT according to the passage? A. Zack is an AI assistant that plans Sarah’s daily life. B. Elara helped Jack fix his coding project mistakes. C. Luna provided math problem solutions for Tim. D. Orion helped Sarah find her lost book through a smart system. 3.Where can you read this passage? A. A fashion magazine. B. A travel guide. C. A science magazine. D. A news website. 主题语境04 人与社会-通讯与媒体 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）In China, short dramas are getting more and more popular these days. A short drama usually lasts only a few minutes per episode (集). Why do so many people love them? There are some important reasons. First, people now live a busy life. They have only small pieces of free time, like when they are on the bus or before sleeping. Short dramas fit this kind of “fragmented (碎片化的) time” well. People can finish one episode easily in their free moments. Second, short dramas tell simple but exciting stories. Many of them have plots (情节) like “becoming better and beating others”. These stories help people feel relaxed and let out their stress from daily life. The fast-paced stories also bring strong feelings to viewers. Third, short dramas have many different topics, such as love, city life and growth. Some stories are close to people’s real life. This makes it easy for viewers to feel connected with the characters. Last, making and spreading short dramas is not hard. They take a short time to make—usually one to two weeks. And they spread quickly on social media platforms like TikTok. Big video platforms, such as Tencent Video, also support short dramas a lot. 1.What is the main idea of the passage? A. How to make short dramas. B. Why short dramas are popular in China. C. When people watch short dramas. D. Where to watch short dramas. 2.Which of the following is NOT a reason for short dramas’ popularity? A. They fit fragmented time. B. They have exciting stories. C. They cost much money to make. D. They have various topics. 3.What does the underlined word “spread” mean in Chinese? A. 制作 B. 传播 C. 观看 D. 收藏 4.Put the reasons for short dramas’ popularity in the order of the passage: ①They have different and life-like topics. ②They fit people’s fragmented free time. ③ Making and spreading them is easy. ④ They have simple but exciting stories. A. ②→④→①→③ B. ②→①→④→③ C. ④→②→①→③ D. ④→①→②→③ 5.What can we learn from the passage? A. A short drama lasts 1 hour per episode. B. Short dramas only tell love stories. C. People can watch short dramas on social media. D. Making a short drama takes months. 主题语境05 人与自我-学习/语言 （25-26八上·江苏徐州·期中）Why is it good to speak more than just one language? A growing number of studies show that learning a second language has huge benefits. According to a group of scientists in Canada, using two languages is good for the brain. The scientists studied people who grew up speaking two languages. They discovered that these people were better at understanding new information and adapting to changes. Just as we exercise our bodies to make them stronger, we may also exercise our minds to make them work better. People who speak more than one language do this brain exercise every day. They jump from one language to another, depending on who they are talking to. As a result, they usually make better decisions and are able to solve problems more easily. They are also better at understanding different cultures. When people grow up speaking two languages, they learn to see things from different points of view. Because of this, they find it easier to get along with all kinds of people whenever they visit a new part of the world. 1.How many main benefits of speaking two languages are there in the passage? A. One B. Two C. Three D. Four 2.The phrase “adapting to” is closest in meaning to . A. waiting for B. looking for C. learning to live with D. giving up on change 3.Which one shows the benefit of speaking two languages? A. Jack reads a lot of books. B. Tom wins a singing competition. C. Anna feels lonely in a new country. D. Lisa quickly learns a new computer program. 主题语境06 人与自我-节假日活动 （25-26八上·江苏盐城鹿鸣路初中学·期中）On September 3, 2025, Beijing held a big military parade (阅兵式). The sky was blue and clear. It was for the 80th year since China won the World Anti-Fascist War (反法西斯战争). The parade’s idea was “Remembering History and Loving Peace (和平)”. It wanted people to learn from the past and hope for a peaceful future. Many people came to watch. They stood on the streets with small flags. When the parade began, everyone cheered. It went on for about 70 minutes. There were 45 groups in the parade. Soldiers walked in straight lines. Big cars and clever machines moved past. Planes flew together in the sky. All these showed China’s new strength in keeping the country safe. The military band (乐队) was very special. It had 14 rows of people—this meant the 14 years of war. There were 80 trumpet players—this was for the 80th year. They played old war songs. The music was strong and beautiful. It helped everyone remember history. This parade was not just to show army power. It was a promise to keep peace in the world. Old soldiers who fought in the war came to watch. They looked proud. People from other countries came too. Everyone learned that we should remember the past and work together for peace. 1.How long did the 2025 military parade last? A. About 45 minutes. B. About 60 minutes. C. About 70 minutes. D. About 80 minutes. 2.Why does the writer talk about the “14 rows” and “80 trumpet players” in the passage? A. To show how big the band was. B. To give numbers to show meanings. C. To explain why the music was very loud. D. To tell us that the songs were old but beautiful. 3.What is the best title for the passage? A. The Great Soldiers in Beijing. B. A Beautiful Band for a Parade. C. Modern Machines in the Parade. D. A Parade to Remember and Keep Peace. 主题语境01 人与社会-体育 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）The Jiangsu Football City League is very popular these days. People also call it “Jiangsu Super League” or “Su Chao” in Chinese. The league started on May 10th, 2025. It is organized by the Jiangsu Provincial Administration of Sport and the governments of 13 cities in Jiangsu. There are 13 teams in the league, and they are from all the 13 cities in Jiangsu. A total of 516 players take part in it. They are not all professional players. Some are students, some are teachers, and some are from other jobs. They are from 16 to 40 years old, and the average age is 24. The league will last for 7 months and there will be 85 matches. Most of the matches are at weekends, and there is one round every week. The matches are covered live on TV, and people can also watch games online. When the matches are on, the stadiums are full of people. They come to cheer for their hometown teams. They want their cities to win because they are proud of their hometowns. This league is not only a sports event but also a cultural celebration. Some cities show their local culture during the matches. For example, Lianyungang turns matches into a seafood festival, and Yangzhou shows its intangible cultural heritages during halftime. The Jiangsu Football City League makes more people love football. It also makes people feel the pride of their cities. 1.What is another name for the Jiangsu Football City League in Chinese? A. Su Chao. B. Jiangsu City Games. C. Football Celebration. D. Yangzhou Super League. 2.Which of the following about the players is TRUE? A. All players are students. B. Players come from different jobs. C. Players are all under 20 years old. D. All players are professional football players. 3.How can people watch the matches? a. On TV. b. Online. c. In the stadium. A. bc B. ac C. ab D. abc 4.What’s special about the league? A. People can watch games online. B. The league will last for 7 months. C. A total of 516 players take part in it. D. It is both a sports event and a cultural celebration. 5.What is the purpose of this passage? A. To tell us how to play football well. B. To show different local cultures in Jiangsu. C. To introduce the Jiangsu Football City League. D. To talk about how to cheer for hometown teams. 主题语境02 人与社会-科普知识与现代技术 Passage 1 （25-26八上·江苏南京玄武外国语＆科利华中学·期中）College students are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT to get quick answers rather than deepen their understanding, a new national survey finds. To understand how college students are using AI tools, researchers asked 1,000 U.S. college students about their habits and found that most use AI for what researchers call “executive help”—seeking fast solutions with very little effort. In contrast, “instrumental help” involves using AI to explain concepts clearly, build skills and support independent learning. However, the study found that students who receive encouragement from professors to use AI thoughtfully are much more likely to use the technology in ways that support learning. This suggests that teacher guidance plays an important role in shaping how students use AI—not just as a tool for convenience (便利), but as a resource for intellectual (智力发展的) growth. “The growth of AI has created both optimism (乐观) and anxiety (焦虑),” Aguilar said. “What matters most is making sure that AI use is guided by those who have deep knowledge in their subject areas, and that students aren’t left to work out things alone.” Another survey of 1,505 teachers from the United States, India, Qatar, Colombia and the Philippines showed widespread concerns about plagiarism (抄袭), reduced creativity and not enough support from schools. Despite these worries, most educators see positive possibilities in AI’s classroom uses. Seventy-two percent said AI helps make routine tasks easier, 73% believe it can improve student results, and 69% said it allows for more personalized (个性化的) learning. 1.What is the main finding about how most college students use AI? A. They use AI for deep understanding. B. They use AI for creative ideas. C. They use AI for intellectual growth. D. They use AI for convenience. 2.Why does the author compare “executive help” and “instrumental help”? A. To show which way is easier for students. B. To show which way helps learning better. C. To show which way more students choose. D. To show which way needs teacher’s help. 3.Which of the following worries is NOT mentioned in the article? A. Students may use AI to copy work without thinking. B. Students might lose their creativity because of AI. C. Students’ thinking ability may become weaker with AI. D. Schools may not provide enough support for using AI. 4.Why does the author use numbers in the last paragraph? A. To make the article more interesting to read. B. To make his points more believable and strong. C. To show he is good at using numbers. D. To make readers remember the information. 5.Where is this article most likely to be published? A. An educational website. B. A science fiction. C. The school newspaper. D. A technology ad. Passage 2 （25-26八上·江苏扬州文昌教育集团·期中）What do you think will happen if you draw a picture with crayons and cover up that picture with paint? Now follow the steps below to find out the answer. What you need? * crayons of different colours * drawing paper * blue poster paint *a small bowl *a cup filled with water *a paintbrush How to do it? Step 1 Think about a scene under the sea with different-coloured fish and sea plants. And then draw the fish and sea plants with your crayons. The more colours you use, the better your picture will be. Step 2 Pour a little blue paint into the bowl. Add a bit of water and stir (搅拌) to make your paint a little thinner. Step 3 Dip your brush into the blue paint in the bowl. Cover your whole picture with the blue paint. What happens? You have sea plants and animals living in a blue sea! Why it happens? Your crayons are made of wax (蜡). Wax resists (防染色) or stays away from the paint. That’s why it does not cover the picture. So your sea plants and fish are still there. 1.Which tool is needed for Step 1? A. A paintbrush. B. Different crayons. C. A small bowl. D. Some blue paint. 2.Which picture shows what you do in Step 2? A. B. C. D. 3.What does the underlined word “it” in the last part mean? A. Paper. B. Water. C. The bowl. D. The paint. Passage 3 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）The soldiers stepped in perfect lines during the military parade (阅兵) on Sept 3. Did you enjoy watching them? Maybe everyone would say “yes” as uniformity (整齐划一) makes us feel so good. The reason is that our brains love orderly things, according to China Science Communication. This is about something called “processing fluency”. It helps our brain do things easily, such as remembering and deciding. Usually symmetry (对称), clear shapes and sharp contrast (对比) can help improve processing fluency. But why does our brain like this fluency? Scientists have different ideas. Some say it’s because our brain doesn’t have to work hard to understand. This helps us make quick choices without thinking too hard. Another idea is that our brains learned this from evolution (进化过程). When things are easy to get, our brain thinks we’re safe. But if things get difficult, it might mean danger, said Psychology Today. The neocortex, a part of our brain, plays a big part in this. It has 300 million brain cells (细胞) that look for patterns (图案) to help us learn. Processing fluency can be helpful for marketing. For example, Apple often uses this idea to make its ads simple and clear. This way, people can understand and remember their products very easily. 1.What makes people feel good when watching the military parade? A. The exciting music. B. The beautiful uniforms. C. The soldiers’ high skills. D. The uniformity of the soldiers. 2.Which is the easiest picture for our brain to process? A. B. C. D. 3.Why does uniformity make people feel good according to scientists? A. Because it means danger to us. B. Because it helps the neocortex work better. C. Because it tells the brain that everything is safe. D. Because it makes our brain work hard to understand. 4.What’s an example of using processing fluency in marketing? A. A company makes its ads long and funny. B. A company makes its ads simple and clear. C. A company uses perfect lines and uniforms in its ads. D. A company uses different colors and shapes in its ads. 5.What does the text mainly talk about? A. The evolution of our brains. B. How Apple designs its products. C. The use of the scientific rule. D. Why people love uniformity and the science behind it. Passage 4 （25-26八上·江苏泰州·期中） ①Young people really enjoy drinking all kinds of drinks, like cola, coffee, juice, and milk tea. But they know these drinks aren’t good for their health. Have you thought about what could change if water was the only drink you had? ②Chris Bailey, a popular blogger (博主), tried this out. He recently wrote about his experience on his blog, explaining the good points of drinking only water. Here are some of them. ③To begin with, you lose weight faster. Yeah, you do! You don’t have to exercise but just keep away from drinks for 9 days. It is the same as running for 8 kilometers a day! So write down your resolution (决心) on a piece of paper and put it on the wall. And you will see the result soon. ④Sometimes when you have to stay up for a test, a cup of tea or coffee is usually put at the side of your desk. But do you know 75 to 85 percent of your brain (大脑) is water? Nothing else! Only by drinking water, your brain can work efficiently. You may remember things quickly and well. ⑤What’s more, water washes out something bad in your body. So drinking enough water can stop you from getting old quickly. If you want to look young and nice as long as possible, drink a glass of water right now. Keep on doing it for longer, and you will be surprised to find your skin soft and clean. ⑥Lastly, you save money! How much money do you spend on coffee and juice every week? The price of water is much lower than that of other drinks. Drink 5 glasses of water every day, or spend money visiting doctors. Think about it! ⑦So, what are you waiting for? You’ve seen how just drinking water can lead to weight loss, better concentration (注意力), and healthier skin. Remember, little changes can make a big difference in how you feel. Start by replacing one drink with water each day. Take that first step now, and your body will thank you for it. 1.Which of the following is probably on the paper in Paragraph 3? A. Take more exercise B. Drink more coffee C. Save more money D. Have more water 2.What does efficiently mean? A. 主动地 B. 持续地 C. 高效地 D. 反复地 3.What can we learn from the text? A. Only water can make your brain work. B. Drinking water can help you lose weight and save money. C. Drinking water every day will make your hair soft quickly. D. The money spent on coffee is less than that in visiting doctors. 4.What’s the structure (结构) of the text? A. B. C. D. 5.What’s the main idea of the passage? A. The good points of only drinking water. B. The ways of choosing the cheapest drinks. C. The popular drinks young people like today. D. The importance of exercise for people’s health. Passage 5 （25-26八上·江苏常州清潭中学·期中）A myth (迷) is something that is not correct, but many people believe. There are a lot of myths about our brains (头脑). One of the biggest myths is that we only use 10% of our brains. The next part of the myth is that if we can learn to use the rest of our brains, then we’ll be much smarter. People say this all the time, but it’s not true! The truth is that we don’t know everything about the brain, but we know that each part of it has an important use. So scientists think the “10% myth” is wrong. The other most popular myth is about the right brain and the left brain. According to this myth, people who often use the right brain are more creative. People who often use the left brain are better at Maths and Science. This is as popular as the 10% myth, and it’s also wrong. In 2013, a study at an American university shows we use the left brain as much as the right brain. It’s true that we use different parts of our brains for different things. We use our left brain for language more, and our right brain when we need to pay attention. Next let’s look at a few interesting facts about the brain. First of all, the brain feels no pain (痛苦). Second, about 75% of the brain is made of water. It’s also the fastest organ (器官) in your body. Here’s another interesting fact about the brain. Around the time you are 18 years old, it stops growing. 1.According to the facts in the passage,________ may use the left brain more. A. Robert, a young man learning Chinese B. Kate, a girl drawing pictures C. Jenny, a woman making clothes D. Jacob, a student good at Science 2.Which of the following is TRUE about the brain? A. Maths teachers use the left brain more often. B. We know everything about the brain. C. Most of the brain is made of water. D. It is always growing all your life. 3.The underlined word “this” in Paragraph 3 refers to “________”. A. The left brain myth B. The right brain and left brain myth C. The 10 percent myth D. The study of an American university 4.The passage mainly tells us about ________ A. the growing of the brain B. different uses of the brain C. the right brain and the left brain D. myths and facts about the brain 主题语境03 人与自我-个人兴趣 （25-26八上·江苏泰州第二中学附属初中·期中）DIY, short for “Do It Yourself,” has become a global trend. It means creating, repairing, or improving things by oneself instead of buying new items or paying someone to do them. DIY projects can be very different, from making home decorations to fixing broken furniture. First, DIY helps save money. Instead of spending a lot on new products or services, people can use their skills and creativity to make things at a lower cost. For example, repainting old furniture or sewing a handmade bag is much cheaper than buying new ones. Second, DIY enhances creativity and problem-solving skills. When working on a project, people often need to think creatively to find solutions. This not only makes the brain more active but also brings a sense of achievement once the task is completed. Moreover, DIY is environmentally friendly. By reusing and recycling materials, we reduce waste and help protect the planet. For instance, turning glass jars into flower vases or using old clothes to make tote bags can minimize unnecessary trash. In conclusion, DIY is a rewarding activity that saves money, boosts creativity, and benefits the environment. Whether it’s a small craft or a big home improvement project, the joy of creating something with your own hands is truly priceless. So why not start a DIY project today? 1.How does the writer begin the passage? A. By asking a question. B. By showing an example. C. By making a comparison. D. By giving an explanation. 2.Which of the following is a DIY project? A. Buying a handmade bag on one’s own. B. Paying someone to repaint old furniture. C. Creating something with your own hands. D. Reducing waste and helping protect the planet. 3.What does the underlined word “enhances” in Para 3 mean? A. improves B. suggests C. predicts D. understands 4.What’s the writer’s purpose in writing the passage? A. To ask people to save money. B. To encourage people to start DIY. C. To show people the bad points of DIY. D. To make people care about the environment. 5.Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage? A. B. C. D. 主题语境04 人与自我-个人情况 （25-26八上·江苏常州第二十四中学·11月·期中）When John was growing up, other kids felt sorry for him, as his parents always had him do some housework or do some part-time jobs. But when John reached adulthood, he was better off than his childhood friends. He had a better career, a better marriage and was healthier. Most of all, he was happier. These are the findings of a 40-year study. Researchers followed the lives of 456 teenage boys from Boston. The study showed that those who worked when they were young enjoyed happier and more successful lives than those who did not. “Boys who worked in the home or community gained competence (能力) and came to feel they were useful members of society,” said George Vaillant, the psychologist who made the research. “And because they felt good about themselves, others felt good about them, too.” Vaillant’s study followed these males all these years. Interviews were repeated at ages 25, 31 and 47. Under Vaillant, the researchers compared the men’s boyhood-activity scores with their mental-health scores. Points were given for part-time jobs, housework, hard work in school, and the ability to deal with problems. The relation (关系) between what the men once did as young boys and how they turned out as adults was very sharp. Vaillant and his team found that those who did the most boyhood activities were twice as likely to have warm relations with other people, five times as likely to be well paid and 16 times less likely to have been unemployed (失业的). The researchers also found that IQ and family social and economic class (社会和经济阶层) made no real difference in how the boys turned out. Working at any age is important. Childhood activities help a child develop responsibility, independence, confidence and competence. They also help him understand that people must work with others towards common goals. The most competent adults are those who know how to do this. Yet work isn’t everything. As Tolstoy once said, “One can live wonderfully in this world if one knows how to work and how to love, to work for the person one loves and to love one’s work.” 1.What can you learn about John? A. He liked doing part-time jobs. B. He enjoyed his career and marriage. C. He received little love from his family. D. He had few friends when he was a child. 2.According to Vaillant, why could John be better off than his childhood friends? A. Because he did part-time jobs after work. B. Because he felt proud of himself when working. C. Because his working experience in his childhood was of help. D. Because he was happier than his friends when they were young. 3.How did Vaillant and his team get the findings of the research? A. By comparing different sets of scores. B. By checking the men’s family social class. C. By recording the boys’ effort in school. D. By testing the men’s problem-solving ability. 4.The purpose of the passage is to tell us that ________. A. IQ plays an important role in people’s development B. social and economic class decides how our career goes C. only working at a young age is important to our adult life D. the ability of working with others towards goals is very important 主题语境05 人与自我-学校活动 （25-26八上·江苏省宿迁市南京师范大学附属中学·期中）Shenzhen is the first city in China to ask schools to have daily P.E. classes for primary and middle school students. Buxin Primary School in Luohu District has a “3+1+1” model—three P.E. classes, one music-based exercise class and one sports game class. This makes sure that students have five P.E. classes per week. Then there is a new problem: there aren’t enough P.E. teachers. Buxin Primary School lets teachers from other subjects teach some P.E. classes. For example, Liu Xunhua, a Chinese teacher, is also a part-time P.E. teacher. He says daily P.E. classes are good for students’ health and he supports the idea. Besides, many schools don’t have much space for the new P.E. classes. To solve the problem, Longhua Foreign Languages School makes full use of space in the school. For example, students can run uphill (朝上坡方向) and jump on steps. If there are too many P.E. classes at the same time, teachers will take students to the public basketball court (公共篮球场) near the school. It’s just across the street from the school playground. Students enjoy daily P.E. classes. Yuan Yinuo, a sixth grader, thinks sports can make students feel less stressed in daily study and before exams. Chen Xinru, an eighth grader, says daily P.E. classes can help them improve their studies. However, some parents are worried about daily P.E. classes taking up the learning time for other subjects, although they know the importance of P.E. classes. Now, many other big cities like Beijing and Shanghai are also trying out daily P.E. classes. They want to make sure that students get enough exercise at school. 1.How many P.E. classes do students at Buxin Primary School have per week? A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six. 2.What does Paragraph 3 mainly talk about? A. The ways of solving the space problem. B. The lack (缺乏) of P.E. teachers in schools. C. The importance of P.E. classes in students’ study. D. The different views of students on daily P.E. classes 3.What do the underlined words “less stressed” mean in English? A. More tired. B. More relaxed. C. Less bored. D. Less excited. 4.Which is the right structure (结构) of the text? (①= Paragraph 1, ②= Paragraph 2…) A. ①②③④/⑤ B. ①/②③④⑤ C. ①②/③④/⑤ D. ①/②③/④/⑤ 主题语境06 人与自我-方法与哲理 （25-26八上·江苏南京玄武外国语＆科利华中学·期中） How to make festive gift tags (标签)? In recent years, zero-waste living has been from fashionable topics to a way of life for many people, including myself. And I’ve got an interesting way to help reduce some of that waste. Last year, I created some free templates for reusable, zero-waste embroidered (刺绣) gift tags, and I’m excited to stitch (缝) up some more this year. Each one can be made in less than 20 minutes, then reused over and over. Let me show you my steps: · Print out the gift tag templates, then cut out the design you want to make. If you’re making the tags in a card, print them directly onto your card stock—but if you’re making them in felt (毛毡), print them onto paper and draw the design onto the felt with tailor chalk. · Using your sewing needle and embroidery thread, stitch the design on the template using the dots as a guide. It’s best to use a back stitch to create the design. If you’re stitching them in felt, you can stitch through both the paper template and the felt, then get away the paper at the end. If you’re stitching a card tag, try not to bend or tear the card as you do this. It might take a little practice to get a good feel for it. · Build up the design until it’s finished, using as many colours of thread as you want. · Tie off the ends and cut away the extra thread. · Finally, tie a loop to the top of the tags, and stick the tags to your gifts. The easiness of these tags makes them the perfect low effort but high effect project. They’re perfect for a relaxing afternoon with friends, or you could sit on the sofa with a festive film and create some. It’s even more fun with a cup of hot chocolate! 1.Why did the writer start making embroidered gift tags? A. Because it was a fashionable thing to do. B. Because it helped reduce waste in daily life. C. Because they were cheaper than bought tags. D. Because they were required by friends. 2.What does the word “template” in the passage most probably mean? A. A kind of special paper for writing. B. A ready-made design used as a guide. C. A tool for making embroidery easier. D. A material for making beautiful gifts. 3.What is the correct order of making the gift tags? a. Stitch the design following the dots b. Print out and cut the template c. Tie a loop to the top of the tag d. Tie off the ends and cut extra thread A. a-b-d-c B. b-d-a-c C. b-a-d-c D. a-d-b-c 4.How does the writer feel about making these gift tags? A. It is difficult but worthwhile. B. It is interesting but tiring. C. It is enjoyable and relaxing. D. It is expensive but interesting. 主题语境01 人与社会-文化 （25-26八上·江苏南京江宁区联合体·期中）As a country strong in math, China has many folk games. Let’s take a look at three of them. Luban Lock Luban Lock was first made by Lu Ban about 2,000 years ago. It is said that Lu used six wooden pieces to make a toy that looks like a lock for his son. The lock has a lot to do with solid geometry (立体几何). It’s hard to take the six pieces apart. However, it is usually easier to unlock a Luban Lock than to put it back together. Now there are Locks made up of nine or more pieces. Huarong Pass Huarong Pass is a traditional Chinese block puzzle. Every block is named after a character in the book Romance of the three Kingdoms, like Cao Cao, Zhang Fei, and Zhao Yun. To win the game, players have to move the block to get “Cao Cao” out. This is a test of one’s math knowledge. For example, it takes at least 81 steps to set “Cao Cao” free. Tangram A tangram is a puzzle made up of seven pieces of different shapes, including triangles, squares and parallelograms (平行四边形). For each puzzler, players need to use all the pieces to make a shape. They can make shapes of animals, people or things. To do it, they have to know about geometry. According to China Science Daily, the game was popular in the Ming dynasty. In the 18th century, the tangram was brought to the West and soon became popular there. 1.Which picture shows Lu Ban lock? A. B. C. D. 2.What can you learn from the passage? A. Tangram is popular in both China and Western countries. B. It takes at most 81 steps to set “Cao Cao” free in Huarong Pass. C. Players need to use some of the pieces to make a shape in a tangram. D. It is usually easier to put a Luban Lock back together than to unlock it. 3.Which part of a magazine is the passage most probably taken from? A. Math. B. History. C. Biology. D. Language. 主题语境02 人与社会-艺术 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）①For centuries, Chinese people have used folding fans to cool themselves and have regarded them as a symbol of culture and wisdom. Among them, the Rongchang folding fan, which is from Chongqing’s Rongchang District, is one of the most famous. In 2008, it was listed as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage. ②The history of Rongchang folding fans dates back to the Ming Dynasty. At that time, Rongchang became a centre for handmade fan production because of its high-quality bamboo and skilled workers. Over time, the fans have become well-known for being strong and beautiful. ③Creating a Rongchang folding fan is a highly skilled process. ④Making each fan requires over 70 steps, including cutting and painting. Workers usually spend years learning these skills to make sure the fans meet high standards (标准). ⑤During the process, one of the most important parts is to choose the material. Workers need to use thin but strong bamboo, making fans easy to carry. At the same time, the material makes Rongchang folding fans special. ⑥As dynasties rose and fell, the Rongchang folding fan continually reinvented its cultural role. From being a tool to a cultural symbol, it shows that true craftsmanship not only serves practical needs, but also carries cultural meaning. ⑦In ancient China, many of Rongchang folding fans were hand-painted with traditional Chinese calligraphy (书法) or paintings, turning each one into a piece of art. Poets wrote poems on them, and performers used them in traditional dances and operas. ⑧Though fewer people need hand-held fans nowadays, Rongchang folding fans are popular among collectors and are often given as cultural gifts. Old workers are not only training the next generation but also exploring creative designs to attract more young people. Rongchang folding fans have become a living art form that continues to spread to more people. 1.What makes Rongchang folding fans special? A. Their large size and heavy weight. B. Their thin but strong bamboo. C. Their modern and creative designs. D. Their famous and beautiful paintings. 2.What does the writer think of the future of Rongchang folding fans? A. Hopeful. B. Difficult. C. Doubtful. D. Uncertain. 3.What is the main purpose of the passage? A. To encourage more people to buy Rongchang folding fans. B. To compare Rongchang folding fans with other types of fans. C. To teach young people how to make a Rongchang folding fan. D. To introduce the history and importance of Rongchang folding fans. 4.Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A. B. C. D. 5.Which of the following is TRUE about Rongchang folding fans according to the passage? A. Rongchang folding fans were only used to cool people in ancient times. B. The process of making a Rongchang folding fan is simple and easy. C. Rongchang folding fans have lost their cultural value now. D. Poets and performers in ancient China used Rongchang folding fans in their works and performances. 主题语境03 人与自我-方法与哲理 （25-26八上·江苏无锡锡山高中学实验学校·期中）A Garden Plan Labor education (劳动教育) has entered every school. It allows students to get close to nature and learn life skills. If you and your classmates want to plant something in your school garden, you need to make a garden plan. It helps you make sure that each plant has the space it needs to grow. Steps to follow: First, check a seed catalog (种子目录) or a gardening guide to learn what will grow well in your garden. List the plants you will grow. Second, check the seed catalog or the gardening guide to learn how much space each plant needs. Make a chart to show each plant and how far apart it should be planted in a row. Look at the example. Next, use a tapeline to measure (测量) the length and width of the garden. Write the measurements in your garden plan. Then, make a map of your garden, like the one above. Finally, decide which plant you want to grow the most. Mark out the space on your map for that plant. Add the other plants if space allows. When your plan is done, you can start planting. 1.What is the advantage of labor education according to the passage? A. It can let the plants in your garden grow well. B. It can allow you to put the knowledge you learn into practice. C. It can allow you to get close to nature and learn life skills. D. It can help you make a more detailed study plan. 2.Which picture can show the meaning of the underlined word “tapeline”? A. B. C. D. 3.If you want to plant three carrots in a row, how long will the row need to be at least? A. 3 feet. B. 6 feet. C. 9 feet. D. 12 feet. 主题语境04 人与自然-自然 （25-26八上·江苏泰州靖江市靖城·期中）Do a science experiment to see how rain forms. You will need: a glass jar (罐), hot water, a plate and ice cubes (冰块). What happens in the jar? Hot water makes warm, wet air called steam (水蒸气). Steam rises up to the cold plate. The cold air near the plate changes warm steam into water. Then, heavy drops of water fall. What happens in the sky? The sun heats the water. The warm, wet air rises up into the sky. If the warm, wet air meets the cold air, rain clouds will form. When the clouds have enough water, the drops fall to the ground as rain. 1.Which of the following is the right order of using the objects in the experiment? A. Ice cubes→A plate→A jar, hot water. B. A jar, hot water→Ice cubes→A plate. C. A jar, hot water→A plate→Ice cubes. D. Ice cubes→A jar, hot water→A plate. 2.How long does it take to see raindrops in this experiment? A. About five minutes. B. About ten minutes. C. About fifteen minutes. D. About twenty minutes. 3.From the passage we can know the drops of water in the experiment come from ________. A. the melting ice cubes B. the warm, wet air C. the rain clouds D. the cold air 4.Which of the following should be put into ▲ ? A. wet air B. hot wind C. rain clouds D. water drops 5.In which class will you probably do this experiment? A. History class. B. Chemistry class. C. Math class. D. Physics class. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $