专题04 阅读理解（说明文）（期中真题汇编，天津专用）九年级英语上学期

专题04 阅读理解（说明文） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津河东·期中）Interesting festivals in the world Throwing Tomatoes—Spain (西班牙) Spain takes “tomato fights” to a whole new level. But the tomatoes are being thrown, not eaten. The festival takes place on the last Wednesday in August. Trucks (卡车) carry tomatoes into the square. People rush to the tomatoes and throw them into the crowd. Rolling Cheese—England This festival is celebrated on the last Monday in May. It takes place on Cooper’s Hill. A large wheel of cheese (奶酪) is rolled down Cooper’s Hill. The festival is actually a race where people run down the hill after the rolling cheese. The first person to cross the finish line at the bottom of the hill wins the cheese. Burning Man—The United States The Burning Man Festival lasts for a week. It is from Monday before Labor Day to Labor Day (which falls on the first Monday in September in America). The festival takes place in the Black Rock Desert. The best part of the festival is the burning of a large sculpture of a man. Pouring Water—Thailand The Songkran Festival is the celebration of the New Year in Thailand. Rather than a single day, Thailand celebrates the New Year from April 13th to April 15th. Thai people run after each other, pouring water. Songkran is one of the most important reasons why foreigners travel to the beautiful land. 1．How many festivals are mentioned in the passage? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．Where will you probably go to enjoy one of the festivals above in May? A．Spain. B．England. C．The United States. D．Thailand. 3．Which festival is held in the Black Rock Desert? A．Throwing tomatoes. B．Rolling cheese. C．Burning man. D．Pouring water. 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The tomatoes are thrown into the crowd to eat. B．Not all the festivals above fall on the single day. C．Burning a large real man is the best part of the festival. D．Songkran is the only reason for attracting lots of tourists. 5．The passage is most probably taken from ________. A．a tour guide B．a science report C．a storybook D．a fashion magazine Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·天津河北·期中）On 18th March, a new kind of plane called the EH216-S went on sale. It is special because it is the first in the world that can carry passengers and fly without a pilot (飞行员) inside. It is developed by the Chinese company EHang. People can buy it online. The EH216-S, priced at 2.39 million yuan, is being tested in different places around the world. The plane can take off and land vertically (垂直地) without the need for a runway. It can carry two passengers and travel up to 30 kilometres at a speed of 130 kilometres each hour. The plane is 6.05 metres long, 5.73 metres wide, and 1.93 metres high. The EH216-S has 16 propellers (螺旋桨) to help it fly. There is a special system on the ground that tells it where to go. The plane is built to be very safe. If something goes wrong with one part, there are other replacement (替换) parts that can still make it fly safely. According to EHang, their teams will help people who buy the planes in many ways. They will make sure the buyers can fly safely, plan the best ways for them and take care of the planes. They will also teach the buyers how to use the planes properly (正确地). EHang has also introduced another plane called the VT-30. It can fly much longer, up to 300 kilometres. The VT-30 has completed some important tests and will be ready to fly this year. 1．What is special about the EH216-S? A．It is sold online. B．It can fly without a pilot. C．It is developed by EHang. D．It can carry a lot more passengers. 2．Why doesn’t the EH216-S need a runway? A．Because it is very light. B．Because it flies very fast. C．Because it is small in size. D．Because it goes up and down vertically. 3．What makes the EH216-S fly safely? A．Its ground control system. B．Its special propellers. C．Its replacement parts. D．Its special shape. 4．Why are many numbers used in the passage? A．To provide clear information about the new plane. B．To show the long history of making planes. C．To explain how to build the new plane. D．To compare different kinds of planes. 5．In what way is the VT-30 better than the EH216-S? A．It is larger. B．It is cheaper. C．It flies much longer. D．It has experienced more tests. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）There are many festivals. Dads have Father’s Day. Mums have Mother’s Day. But do our grandparents have a festival? Yes, they do. The Chongyang Festival is a special day for old people in China. The festival is on lunar (阴历的) September 9th. On this day, people show love and respect (尊重) for their grandparents. Respecting old people is a tradition in China. There are many ways for Chinese people to show their respect. When an old person enters a room, everyone should stand up. Also, people are introduced from the oldest to the youngest. When we give something to an old person, two hands are used. The old usually don’t have to buy bus tickets and young people always give their seats to old people on a crowded bus. However, in western countries, old people have different lifestyles (生活方式) from those in China. They don’t often live with their children—they live alone. They don’t want to get help from others. They don’t even want to be offered seats by others. Westerners also respect old people. During holidays, families usually get together at the grandparents’ homes. A big smile and a warm hug are enough for children to show their respect. 1．What is the Chong yang Festival mainly for? A．Showing respect to old people. B．Celebrating the harvest in autumn. C．Remembering famous people. D．Encouraging people to climb mountains. 2．How do Chinese people show respect when an old person enters a room? A．They give a warm hug. B．They offer a seat immediately. C．They introduce themselves first. D．They stand up as a sign of respect. 3．Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way Chinese people show respect to the elderly? A．Sending expensive gifts. B．Giving up seats on a crowded bus. C．Using two hands when giving something. D．Introducing people from the oldest to the youngest. 4．How do old people in western countries usually live? A．They live with their friends instead of family. B．They live with their children and grandchildren. C．They live in nursing homes with other old people. D．They live alone and try to do everything by themselves. 5．How do western children show respect to their grandparents during holidays? A．By giving them money and gifts. B．By offering them seats on the bus. C．With a big smile and a warm hug. D．By writing them thank-you letters. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）The Huanghe River flows from the high mountains to the sea, from ancient times to today. It gave birth to one of the oldest and most outstanding (优秀的) cultures in the world—the Huanghe River culture. In the hearts of Chinese people, the Huanghe River is the mother river. It will play a more important role in our country’s development. The Huanghe River carries lots of yellow sand to the water when running through the Loess Plateau (黄土高原), so that its water is yellow. Because of its yellow water, it is called the Huanghe River. The river starts from Qinghai Province in Northwest China. It flows through a lot of places before emptying into the Bohai Sea. The 5464-kilometre-long waterway feeds about 12 % of China’s population and provides water for about15 % of fields and more than 60 cities. Nowadays, our country has been making greater efforts (努力) in the river’s environmental protection and high-quality (高质量) development. Many wetland nature reserves (保护区) and parks have been built along the river. Each year, over 400 million tons (吨) of sand has been stopped from being washed into it. Our mother river has become much clearer than before. It’s sure to bring us more benefits. 1．What can we know from paragraph 1? A．The Huanghe River is the oldest river all around the world. B．The Huanghe River is of great importance to Chinese people. C．The Huanghe River culture appeared earlier than other cultures. D．The Huanghe River was considered as the mother river in the past. 2．Why does the river called the name the Huanghe River? A．Because the colour of its water is yellow. B．Because it flows past a place called the Loess Plateau. C．Because it is named after its source, the Loess Plateau. D．Because it carries a lot of yellow water from Qinghai Province. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The Huanghe River runs into the East China Sea. B．The Huanghe River starts in Northeast China. C．The Huanghe River runs through only two provinces. D．Over sixty cities use water from the Huanghe River. 4．What does the word “benefits” in the last sentence most probably mean? A．problems B．messages C．advantages D．exhibitions 5．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Our country has done a lot to protect the Huanghe River. B．The water in the Huanghe River is no longer yellow. C．More cities have been built along the Huanghe River. D．The Huanghe River carries over 400 million tons of sand. Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·天津北辰·期中）During the National Day holiday, the sky above Shenzhen was lit up by impressive drone (无人机) light shows. This “cyber fireworks” lit up the night, painting a lively picture of Shenzhen as a “City of Miracles, City of Innovation, City of Future”. A total of 10,197 DAMODA drones took off to the sky at the same time, setting two Guinness World Records. So how does the drone light show work? Before a drone light show begins, drones are usually put on the ground one by one and it would take a lot of time to prepare a show with more than ten thousand drones. To shorten the time, the DAMODA drone company thought of a solution. The company put groups of drones into big boxes with specific QR codes on them. By putting the boxes into correct places, thousands of drones can be ready in a short time and they can go back to their “homes” by scanning the QR codes. In drone shows, each drone is programmed by a computer to follow its own flight direction, carefully avoiding the other drones. They communicate with neighbouring drones and use sensors (传感器) to keep a certain distance. The position and LED colours change throughout the performance to show different objects in the night sky. Drone light shows are thought to be more environmentally friendly—and certainly cause less noise and light pollution—than fireworks shows, so lots of big events are turning to them instead of fireworks. Drones can also be reused again and again so they will probably be more popular in the future. 1．How does the writer introduce the topic? A．By making a comparison. B．By using a saying. C．By showing a survey. D．By giving a fact. 2．Why did the DAMODA company put the drones into special boxes? A．To make the drones lighter. B．To protect the environment. C．To reduce preparation time. D．To keep the audience safe. 3．What do the drones use the sensors to do? A．To make sure of the connection. B．To stay away from other drones. C．To show different colours. D．To reach a certain speed. 4．What is the author’s attitude (态度) towards drone light shows? A．Uninterested. B．Worried. C．Supportive. D．Doubtful. 5．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Technology. B．Culture. C．Fashion. D．Travel. Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Visiting museums is more and more popular among the young people in China. During the holidays, lots of young Chinese would like to invite their friends to visit museums. There, they can learn about traditional culture. This activity is popular for many reasons. Firstly, many museums are free or the price of the ticket is low. It’s much cheaper than going to a concert. What’s more, people don’t need to worry about the weather when visiting museums. Wei Ming, a museum lover, says, “Visiting museums is like stepping deep into the world of history.” In this way, young people can not only get the knowledge of the history but also discuss it with their friends. In order to make visitors’ experiences more enjoyable, many museums across the country have launched (发布) cultural and creative products such as a kind of box. There is some soil in the box and a small product about a topic is hidden in the soil. Visitors need to use tools to dig through the soil and discover the topic of the product. Many young people are interested in this exciting experience. Thanks to technology, more museums have used modern tools such as 3D and AR glasses to show people some true situations of the history. 1．Why do young Chinese like to visit museums during holidays? A．To see free concerts. B．To learn about local food. C．To see the new film. D．To learn about traditional culture. 2．Which is a reason for the popularity of visiting museums? A．Free or low-cost tickets. B．Caring about the weather. C．cheap concert tickets. D．Difficulty in learning history. 3．What does the underlined word “stepping” mean in the passage? A．Walking slowly. B．Drinking quickly. C．Crying loudly. D．Jumping high. 4．How can visitors discover the topic of the product in the special box? A．By asking the workers. B．By buying the product. C．By digging through the soil with tools. D．By reading the box’s introduction. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to make cultural products. B．The history of Chinese museums. C．Modern technology is not useful for museums. D．Visiting museums is popular among young people in China. Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Like many people, I have no clear idea about heroes. At some points, we all wonder if we need a hero and what a hero really is. Although there are a lot of differences in cultures, heroes around the world generally share a number of characteristics (特征). They give us courage and make us want to learn from them. A hero does something worth talking about. A hero has a special story to tell and people respect him a lot. But a hero is not just the person with great fame (名誉). A hero has larger power than ordinary people. Some people want to live like a hero, and they have to experience a life with newer and further meaning. If we want to know whether a person is a hero, it depends on what he wants to live for and die for. If the answer is that he lives for and dies only for his own fame, he may be a famous person but not a hero. A hero has vision from the mountain top. He has the ability to think about or plan the future with his great and clever brain. Also, he is able to develop or even change the society and create new possibilities. Without Gandhi, India might still be part of Britain. Without Martin Luther King Jr., Americans might still take different buses, eat in different restaurants, go for walks in different parks, and shop in different stores because of the different colors of their skins (皮肤). There might be changes in society without heroes, but the speed of change would be low. Thanks to the heroes in history, the society has developed so rapidly (快速地). 1．What is the characteristics of the heroes according to the passage? A．They give us courage. B．They live alone. C．They just share great fame. D．They learn from others. 2．What should you do, if you want to live like a hero? A．You have to know who you live with. B．You have to depend on your parents. C．You have to experience a new and meaningful life. D．You have to live for and die only for your family. 3．What does the underlined word “vision” mean in Paragraph 5? A．形象 B．电视 C．远见 D．山脉 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Heroes have the ability to think about themselves. B．Heroes shop in different stores because they’re heroes. C．Martin Luther King Jr. like to eat in different restaurants. D．Our society has developed faster because of the heroes in history. 5．What is the best title of the passage? A．What is a hero B．How to become rich C．A famous hero in China D．How to be famous Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·天津西青·期中）If you’ve ever cried while watching TV, someone might say you are too emotional (情绪化的). But crying is normal—and it’s actually good for us. Scientists don’t know exactly what happens when we cry, but they know it can make us feel better. A study found that half of the people felt happier after crying. Also, when people see you cry, they are more likely to help you. Professor Ad Vingerhoets is a doctor who studies feelings. He says crying makes others feel sorry for you and understand you. That’s why they want to help and support you and be kind to you. Research also shows that people who cry seem warmer, nicer, more reliable (可靠的) and honest. Crying can make others like to be friends or work with them. Some people may feel worse after crying or get a headache, but many feel better. “Crying is our body’s way of releasing (释放) emotions,” says another doctor who helps with feelings, Anna Mathur. “When we hold in too many emotions, we can become like a pressure cooker (高压锅) until our body finds a way to let things out.” Have you noticed that you feel more peaceful after crying? Or that crying when you hit your foot makes the pain go away faster? That’s because of your body’s response (反应) to crying. “When you cry, your body sends out special things that make you happy,” Mathur says. Some of these special things can even make pain feel less strong. 1．What might someone say if you cry while watching TV? A．You are too emotional. B．You are very brave. C．You are so tired. D．You are too lazy. 2．What did a study find about crying? A．All people felt sad after crying. B．Half of the people felt happier after crying. C．No one felt better after crying. D．Most people got a headache after crying. 3．Why do others want to help people who cry, according to Professor Ad Vingerhoets? A．Crying people are usually richer. B．Crying people will give others some gifts. C．Crying makes others feel sorry for them and understand them. D．Crying makes others feel worried about them. 4．What does Anna Mathur compare holding too many emotions to? A．A fast car. B．A broken chair. C．An old pencil. D．A pressure cooker. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to choose TV shows. B．Why we need to cry. C．Crying is normal and good for us. D．How to make others sorry. Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·天津和平·期中）Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) in Colorado, shows off the best of the Rocky Mountains. The park includes 415 square miles of natural beauty. The air is fresh and clean. It features mountain lakes that mirror high peaks above them. The park is home to mountain lions, moose and many other wild animals. RMNP is a small part of the Rocky Mountain Range (山脉). Compared to other mountain ranges, the Rockies are young. They were pushed up around 165 million years ago. Later on, glaciers (冰川) moved downhill and carved out their peaks. The Rocky Mountains form much of the Continental Divide (大陆分水岭). This is a rocky spine that runs along North America and divides the way water flows. Water on the western side of the divide flows west to the Pacific Ocean. Water on the eastern side flows to the Atlantic Ocean. RMNP has several different environments. It has wet areas and forests of pine trees. The trees stop growing at about 11,500 feet. This is called the tree line. Higher than this the weather is too stormy and the soil too rocky for trees to grow. Different areas in RMNP provide homes for different animals. And about 280 kinds of birds have been seen in RMNP. They include eagles and ravens, which ride on mountain winds. A visit to RMNP can be free and easy or full of adventure. In the park, the roads allow drivers to enjoy great views. Trail Ridge Road is the highest paved road in any U.S. national park. However, this road is closed in winter, when snowdrifts can be more than 20 feet deep. RMNP is one of the most popular national parks in the United States. During the summer months, the park can be very crowded. Sometimes there are traffic jams. Many people now ride buses in the park rather than drive their cars. Still, anyone willing to lace up their hiking boots can go on an adventure in this park. 1．How are the Rocky Mountains different from other mountain ranges? A．They are larger. B．They are younger. C．They have more natural beauty. D．They have more wildlife. 2．Water on the western side of the Continental Divide flows to ________. A．the Atlantic Ocean B．the Gulf of Mexico C．Rocky Mountain National Park D．the Pacific Ocean 3．Trees stop growing at around 11,500 feet because ________. A．the sunlight is too bright B．there is too much wind blowing C．it is too stormy and rocky D．the soil is too wet to hold the roots 4．Why does the writer tell readers people now ride buses in the park rather than drive cars? A．To tell readers about how crowded the park has become. B．To tell readers about different buses they can ride in the park. C．To get readers to drive a car if they visit the park. D．To get readers not to go to the park when it is crowded. 5．What does the writer most want readers to know about Rocky Mountain National Park? A．RMNP has different kinds of animals and birds. B．RMNP sometimes has so much snow that the roads must close. C．RMNP has many kinds of birds throughout the year. D．RMNP is a special place filled with wild animals and natural beauty. Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津红桥·期中）“Going on holiday with blind (失明的) people opens your eyes,” says Wendy Coley. She often goes on tours with Travel Eyes, a company that takes tourists traveling around the world. For each tour, half of the people can see and half can’t. A person who can see travels with a person who can’t. The world is there for sighted (有视力的) people but that can cause problems for the blind. So, sighted members might describe the size and color of a building, or the smiles of strangers passing by. They might explain the food, “Our lunch is a sandwich in the centre of your plate, and chips in a bowl to the right of your plate.” Clearly, it is good for blind travelers. They are able to learn about new places and make new friends. “You don’t worry about danger any more. That’s really important,” says Jenny Tween, a blind tourist. But it is also of benefit (益处) to sighted travelers. Wendy is one of them. She says that when you describe what you see, you see things in a very different way. The tour manager Hannah Vince agrees, “Sighted people learn a lot from these trips. It’s a two-way thing.” Traveling with blind people and describing the world to them makes sighted people go more slowly and look more closely at colors, shapes, and the sizes of things. Blind people can also help sighted people find more about the smells of food or flowers, and the sounds of music or traffic. In the end, this isn’t a story about people who can see helping people who can’t. It’s about people with different abilities showing each other new ways of experiencing the world and meeting new friends. 1．What do we know about tours with Travel Eyes? A．Blind people join in the tours at half the price. B．They are organized by Wendy Coley. C．A blind person travels with a sighted person. D．Most of the tourists are blind people. 2．What does the underlined word “They” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．Blind people. B．Sighted members. C．Tourists. D．Strangers. 3．How does Jenny Tween feel during the tours? A．Nervous. B．Surprised. C．Sleepy. D．Safe. 4．What benefit do sighted people get from the tours? A．They walk faster. B．They cook better. C．They notice more. D．They speak louder. 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．Shared Travel B．Happy Holiday C．Help Blind People D．Travel around the World Passage 2 （24-25九年级上·天津河东·期中）①Since the first man looked up at the flying birds, countless successes have been achieved on the way up to the sky. From the stones thrown into the air to airships of all kinds, pioneers of humans never failed to let their imagination run wild. ②Stories of pioneers go back to centuries ago. ③Kite flying in China dates back to the 5th century BC and is thought to be the earliest example of man-made flight. ④From the 3rd century BC, the sky lantern was known in China. Many people believe that it was invented by Zhuge Kongming. Some say he wrote a message on a sky lantern for help, while others believe sky lanterns were used to drive the enemies away. ⑤Whichever is true, humans have never stopped, and they will never. In modern times, new fields are being explored. ⑥In 1993, the world’s largest hot-air airship was built. The AS-300 carried an underslung raft. It allowed a team of French scientists to carry out their treetop researches without too much harm to the rainforest. ⑦On May 15, 2022, Chinese scientists launched the latest model of “Jimu No.1”, China’s self-developed airship, to collect weather information on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. ⑧The airship would work at a world-record altitude of 9,032 meters. It was the first time an airship of its size had reached this height, even higher than that of the 8848.86-meter-high Mount Qomolangma, the highest mountain in the world. 1．According to passage, we can learn that ________. A．Zhuge Kongming was believed to invent kites B．sky lanterns were used just for fun in China C．kite flying in China dates back to the 5th century BC D．sky lanterns were known in China before the 3rd century BC 2．Both the AS-300 and the latest model of “Jimu No.1” are airships which ________. A．were harmful to the forest B．broke a world record each C．reached the highest mountain D．helped with treetop researches 3．The writer’s main purpose of writing the passage is to ________. A．share humorous stories about the pioneers B．show how excellent ancient people were C．encourage us to learn more about imagination D．praise the never-ending exploration into the sky 4．Where do you think this passage may come from? A．A travel guide. B．A science magazine. C．A storybook. D．A sports website. 5．The structure of the passage is ________. A． B． C． D． Passage 3 （24-25九年级上·天津和平·期中）If you visit some villages in the English countryside, you might be lucky to see morris dancing (莫里斯舞). People are not sure how old this kind of dancing is. Some think it started 2, 000 years ago, but most agree that morris dancing is probably about five centuries old. Many agree that it celebrates traditional English farm life on holidays. Morris dancers wear traditional costumes. Usually, this is a white shirt, a bright jacket, a hat and small bells called “jingle bells”. There are different styles of morris dancing from different places around England. In Cotswold morris, the dancers usually carry white handkerchiefs and sticks which they hit as they dance. Morris dancing styles from the north of England often use swords (剑) instead of sticks, and dancers can look a little like soldiers, which is different from southern styles. It is common in this style for men and women to dance together. Border morris comes from the west of England, near the border with Wales. Dancers in this style usually wear normal clothes decorated with pieces of colorful paper, and sometimes they put black paint on their faces. Morris dancing is an old English tradition but it’s facing a big crisis (危机). As the years go by, fewer and fewer young people join morris dancing groups. Some worry that if nothing is done to change this, the tradition will die out. 1．Most people believe morris dancing probably started about ________ years ago. A．2000 B．200 C．5000 D．500 2．Morris dancing is considered to celebrate________. A．traditional English farm life B．English family reunions C．the end of autumn D．a big harvest 3．What is morris dancing like in the north of England? A．People ring jingle bells while dancing. B．People dress up like soldiers with swords. C．People wear black paint on their faces. D．People carry white handkerchiefs and sticks. 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Border morris comes from the east of England. B．Cotswold morris dancers usually put black paint on their faces. C．Morris dancers wear traditional costumes. D．Morris is becoming more and more popular. 5．What is the crisis that morris dancing faces? A．Some styles of morris dancing have died out. B．It is only popular among young people. C．There is no morris dancing in Scotland. D．It faces the danger of being forgotten. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）Squirrels (松鼠) are getting ready for winter. They are looking for nuts and seeds, digging holes in the ground or finding holes in trees. That’s where they store the food they will need during the coming months, when the weather is cold and sometimes snowy. Squirrels spend a lot of time in trees, which are like restaurants for them. Among their favorite things to eat are nuts and other parts of trees, like tender buds (花苞). Squirrels may also eat corn, insects and other animals. And, as anyone who has a bird knows, squirrels love bird food! Squirrels stay active all winter, so they need plenty of food to help keep up their energy. Squirrels tend to bury food underground, piece by piece. Some squirrels may gather food into piles that they put at the base of trees or bury underground. When they need food, squirrels use their memory and smell to help them find what they buried. Sometimes you will even see them digging through the snow. Squirrels make nests in trees. Some squirrels spend much of the winter in underground tunnels (地道) where it is warmer. When spring comes, squirrels change their eating habits to new plant growth, like buds and leaves. Sometimes they forget to dig up all their buried nuts. That’s why you’ll sometimes find a little tree growing in a place where neither you nor your family planted it. It must have been the squirrels. 1．To get ready for winter, squirrels do all of the following EXCEPT ________. A．store leaves to keep warm B．look for nuts and seeds C．find holes in trees D．dig holes in the ground 2．Why do squirrels spend a lot of time in trees? A．Because they can keep warm in trees. B．Because they can find bird food there. C．Because their favorite food is there. D．Because they can find insects there. 3．The underlined part “tend to bury” in Paragraph 4 means ________. A．never bury B．seldom bury C．usually bury D．hardly bury 4．According to the passage, we know that ________. A．squirrels do not eat any other animals B．squirrels sleep all the time during winter C．squirrels plant young trees when spring comes D．squirrels sometimes fail to find all of their buried nuts 5．The passage is mainly about________. A．what squirrels are like B．how squirrels spend winter C．where squirrels bury food D．why squirrels store food for winter Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·天津河东·期中）New Zealand is in the Pacific Ocean and it is made up of islands. The largest island is the South Island and the North Island is the second largest. Most people live on the North Island. 70% of New Zealanders are descendants (后代) from Europe. Their forefathers (祖先) started to arrive in New Zealand from Europe about 200 years ago as farmers and businessmen.17% are Maoris. The Maoris came to New Zealand from the Polynesian Islands probably around the tenth century. When the Maoris first arrived in New Zealand, they lived in villages and were excellent fishermen, hunters and farmers. Now many Maoris live and work in the large cities and take jobs in government, industries, medicine and education. They are proud of their culture and keep up many of the traditions which are part of their way of life. New Zealand has two official languages: English and Maori. Many places in New Zealand have Maori names. In 1865, Wellington took Auckland’s place and became the capital of New Zealand, but the largest city is Auckland. The two cities are on the North Island. New Zealand has high mountains, active volcanoes, lakes, rainforests and beautiful sandy beaches, which makes it a location for the movie The Lord of the Rings. New Zealand has mild (温和的) temperatures and lots of sunshine. January and February are the warmest months of the year, while July is the coldest. New Zealand has many special birds. The best-known is the kiwi. The kiwi, about the size of a large chicken, cannot fly. It is the symbol of the country and you can find pictures of kiwis on New Zealand stamps and coins. The kiwi is named after its calls—kewe, kewe. New Zealanders are also called Kiwis, but very few New Zealanders have ever seen a kiwi bird in the wild. 1．When did the Maoris arrive in New Zealand? A．About 10 years ago. B．About 85 years ago. C．About 200 years ago. D．About 1,000 years ago. 2．Why do the Maoris keep up many of their traditions now? A．Because their “great grandfathers” came from Europe. B．Because they were excellent fishermen, hunters and farmers. C．Because they are proud of their culture and way of life. D．Because they all live and work in the large cities now. 3．Which is the coldest month of a year in New Zealand? A．July. B．January. C．February. D．June. 4．What do we know about the capital of New Zealand? A．The capital is on the South Island of New Zealand. B．At first, Wellington was the capital but now Auckland is. C．Wellington was not the capital of New Zealand until 1865. D．The capital of New Zealand is the largest city in the country. 5．What can we infer (推断) from the underlined part “very few New Zealanders have ever seen a kiwi bird in the wild”? A．Many New Zealanders like the kiwi bird. B．The kiwi bird is actually a kind of animal in danger. C．The local people can see kiwi birds in the zoo. D．The kiwi bird doesn’t live in the wild any more. Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·天津南开·期中）Do you know black boxes? Black boxes are flight recorders placed in an aircraft for the purpose of making it easier to know how the accidents happened in flight. An airplane actually has two black boxes. The flight data recorder catches the information, which can discover whether human error (错误) or instrument problems contributed to an accident. The cockpit (驾驶舱) voice recorder records pilot voices and cockpit sounds. The black boxes are not black. They are painted bright orange to help with their recovery after accidents. The outside is covered with stripes of reflective tape (反光带). The black boxes are usually placed in the tail of a plane where they are more likely to survive (幸存) a crash (坠毁). A flight data recorder is required to store at least 25 hours of flight information. A cockpit voice recorder is required to record at least 2 hours of audio information. For the black boxes to survive a crash, they are built to be waterproof, fireproof, shockproof, heat and pressure and corrosion resistant (耐腐蚀). The black box must be able to hold 3,400 times the force of gravity, when the airplane goes down at the speed of about 500 km/h. It must also survive flames up to 1, 100 degrees Celsius for one hour, and the boxes should be able to give out a signal once per second while put under 6, 000 meters of saltwater for at least 30 days. How is data from black boxes picked up? It needs special skills to physically bring the black boxes back. Investigators may need to clean and dry the black boxes and download data from them. It takes time to download and get the information from data. If the storing units go wrong, it will take longer time, either days or months. So, the black boxes are very important to explain to everyone what happened during the flight. 1．What does the underlined word “recovery” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．恢复 B．找回 C．保存 D．覆盖 2．Which of the following sentence is True according to the passage? A．Black boxes help us know how flight accidents happen. B．It takes little time to download data from the black boxes. C．Black boxes are painted black with stripes of reflective tape. D．One black box is in the head of a plane and the other is in the tail. 3．Why are black boxes placed in the tail of a plane? A．Because it’s easier to paint them bright orange there. B．Because they can record more flight data in the tail. C．Because the tail is the safest part during a crash. D．Because the tail can protect them from water and fire. 4．In Paragraph 5, the writer uses numbers to show ________. A．the black boxes are strong enough B．the black boxes can help the plane land safely C．the black boxes can tell people the cause of the accident D．the black boxes can hold a lot of information about the plane 5．This passage mainly tells us ________. A．how long black boxes work B．how black boxes pick up data C．what messages black boxes carry D．what we know about black boxes Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Whether you’re telling someone how to get to your house or guiding a stranger to a local museum, you should know how to give good directions. Giving directions, though, is harder than just telling someone how to get to a certain location. Let’s learn how to guide others better. First, instead of directing a person from beginning to end, think of it as directing him from landmark (地标) to landmark. And mention important and hard-to-miss landmarks. These will give the person an idea of the progress he’s making and also let the person know if he’s still on the path you advised him to take. If you can’t describe the route (路线) clearly in words, draw a map. A map allows the person to imagine where he’s going. You can also include details, such as the location of landmarks, on your map. Also, the map can give the person something to hold on to so he won’t forget your directions. Although it might be convenient to give someone directions to your favourite shortcut (近路), it could do more harm than good. Instead, give the simplest directions. This will reduce the risk of the person getting lost. When considering the simplest route, choose routes with fewer turns, even if the person takes a bit longer, or pick routes where the person can stay on one road for a long time. Avoid suggesting routes you haven’t personally taken. Finally, don’t rush when giving directions. Take time to explain important details, such as possible dangers. If you don’t speak slowly or clearly, the person may miss an important piece of information. At the same time, avoid using words, phrases, or names that only locals know. Any example you use should be recognisable (可辨认的) to someone from outside your community. 1．John must mention ________ when using landmarks to guide others. A．the colour of each landmark B．the time of arrival at the place C．the main landmarks along the way D．the distance between the landmarks 2．What kind of route should you suggest according to Paragraph 4? A．The simplest one. B．The shortest one. C．The one you like best. D．The one with more turns. 3．Why shouldn’t you rush while providing directions? A．It’s not polite to do that. B．It’s dangerous to do that. C．You must explain every detail. D．That can lead to unclear directions. 4．Which of the following should not be used when you guide a stranger? A．Drive north on Renmin Road. B．Turn right after Joe’s old house. C．Turn left at the first traffic light. D．Go straight until you see a McDonald’s. 5．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Travel. B．Health. C．Culture. D．Education. Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）What makes a camp great? Did you take part in a camp this summer? There are so many summer camps and not all of them are the same. To choose which camp is best for you, first you must do a bit of research. Maybe you’ve never thought about it before, but every great summer camp has the same main goals—opportunity, challenge and growth. Opportunity means you are given a chance to do something special. It also makes you special because other kids don’t have the same opportunity. For example, if you are interested in writing, then you can choose to join a journalism camp. You may have the opportunity of meeting famous news reporters there. Challenge means you are given a task. You must finish the task, succeed in overcoming the challenge and then achieve your goal. Then you will have a sense of accomplishment. For example, you could take a lifeguard course at some summer camps. If you pass the exam, then you will receive a certificate (证书) to become a real lifeguard. This also leads to the third and most important goal of every great summer camp: personal growth. It doesn’t mean growing taller and stronger or more beautiful. It means seeing yourself improve: learning something new and doing something you didn’t know or believe you could do before. It also means becoming more confident in yourself. So in the future when choosing your next summer camp, remember to ask yourself: Is it a special opportunity? Is it a challenge? Will I grow? But what about friendship, fun and joy? These will all happen naturally when you have the right goals at summer camps. Enjoy yourself, make friends and learn cool new skills at a camp. There are all kinds of summer camps in the US. Some camps pay more attention to playing games and having fun. Other camps focus on developing a certain skill or ability. In general, if you can think of a camp, then it’s probably out there for you. You just have to find it. 1．Which of the following is the writer’s opinion? A．All the summer camps are the same. B．All great summer camps have the same main goals. C．Summer camps help you understand your research. D．There are too many summer camps nowadays. 2．If you want to be a news reporter, you can join ________. A．a journalism camp B．a lifeguard camp C．a fishing camp D．a speech camp 3．The sentence “you will have a sense of accomplishment” means “________”. A．you will overcome the challenge without much effort B．you will feel like doing more new and difficult tasks C．you will feel worried or anxious not completing the task D．you will feel pleased after finishing the task successfully 4．What is the most important thing for a child to learn from camps? A．He will grow taller and stronger. B．He knows how to take opportunities. C．He gets to learn new life-saving skills. D．He can improve and become more confident. 5．What will the writer probably write about in the following part? A．He will write about how to enjoy ourselves and make friends. B．He will tell us what cool skills can be learnt at summer camps. C．He will give several examples of summer camps in the US. D．He will introduce different types of games at summer camps. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·天津滨海新区·期中）One hundred years ago, on October 10, 1925, the Forbidden City in Beijing threw open its golden gates to the public. No longer was it the secret world of emperors (皇帝). Instead, it became the Palace Museum. Everyone could walk through the halls where history was made. And today, it is the world’s most visited museum, selling almost 20 million tickets every year. Have you ever stepped inside the Palace Museum? Once you do, you will find yourself at the heart of one of the richest cultural collections on Earth. More than 18 million artifacts (工艺制品) are displayed or stored there. Each item is like a quiet storyteller. They show visitors how people in China once lived, what they created and what they believed in. As you gaze (凝视) at them, you won’t just admire them. You’ll begin to understand them: These are not just priceless artifacts—they are “threads (丝线)” tying you back to a culture that has thrived (蓬勃发展) for over 5,000 years. Beyond its treasures, the Palace Museum itself is a wonder. The former Forbidden City is the world’s largest standing wooden palace complex. Its red walls, golden roofs, grand gates and large courtyards show the beauty of balance and harmony—two concepts central to Chinese philosophy (哲学). Only by walking through its grounds can you truly appreciate the thought and power behind its design. As it celebrates its 100th year, the Palace Museum keeps reminding us why history must be kept alive. Each part of it and each of its artifacts carries a message across time. They invite us to listen, learn and connect with a culture that has shaped human history. The museum has amazed countless visitors, and it’s still calling us to step through its gates and discover more about China’s past. 1．What do we know about the day when the Forbidden City opened to the public? A．It was a day that changed the Forbidden City from an imperial palace to a public museum. B．It was a day when the first emperor moved into the Forbidden City. C．It was a day that the Palace Museum started collecting artifacts. D．It was a day when the Forbidden City’s walls were first built. 2．How many artifacts are displayed or stored in the Palace Museum? A．Almost 20 million. B．More than 100,000. C．About 5,000. D．Over 18 million. 3．What can we know from the underlined sentence? A．The artifacts are too expensive to be touched by visitors. B．The artifacts are made of threads from ancient China. C．The artifacts help people connect with China’s long history and culture. D．The artifacts were used to tie things in ancient imperial life. 4．What can we infer from paragraph 3? A．People can appreciate the design’s thought without visiting the Palace Museum. B．Walking through the grounds is the only way to understand the design’s ideas and power. C．The design of the Palace Museum is too complex to understand even by visiting. D．The thought and power behind the design are not important for visitors. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．The Forbidden City: A Secret World of Emperors B．The Palace Museum’s 100th Year: Connecting with China’s Past C．How to Visit the Palace Museum easily D．Priceless Artifacts in the Palace Museum Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·天津滨海新区·期中）Da Jiang Innovation, known as DJI, is a global leading company in drone (无人驾驶飞机) technology. The founder of DJI is Wang Tao. During his college years at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Wang began the early work on DJI’s projects. In 2006, he moved to Shenzhen and put together a small team. That same year, he set up DJI. At first, DJI focused on developing flight control systems. Then they created the multi-rotor autopilot system (多旋翼自驾系统), which made drones more stable (稳定的) during flight. This was a big step forward in drone technology and led to DJI’s first consumer drone (消费级无人机) in 2013, the Phantom 1, which was more user-friendly than other drones at the time. The Phantom 1 was a game-changer. It made aerial photography (航拍) easy for everyone, not just experts. With remote control and advanced GPS systems, users could take amazing sky-high videos and photos. Besides, DJI has also developed drones for different needs. For example, the Inspire series is widely used in filmmaking, while the Matrice series helps with important tasks like fighting fires or finding lost people. You might also notice that more and more people are using the Pocket series to record their daily lives. As a pioneer in the field of drones, DJI has been improving drone technology. It is the first company to offer 4K video recording in consumer drones. Their 3-axis gimbal (三轴云台) systems help keep footage (镜头) smooth and free from shaking. DJI drones are also built with safety in mind. They use advanced GPS systems to locate and then avoid obstacles (障碍物) so as to reduce the risk of accidents. Today, DJI drones are known as a symbol of Chinese innovation, showing the country’s growing influence in high-tech industries. 1．What was the direct function of the multi-rotor autopilot system? A．It made drones available to everyone. B．It forecasted (预测) DJI’s first consumer drone. C．It improved flight stability. D．It made 4K video recording possible. 2．Why was the Phantom 1 considered a “game-changer”? A．Because it was cheaper than all other drones. B．Because it had the most advanced GPS system. C．Because it had the longest flight time among DJI drones. D．Because it was suitable for beginners. 3．Which series would most likely be used by firemen? A．The Pocket series. B．The Inspire series. C．The Matrice series. D．The Phantom series. 4．Which of the following is not a feature of DJI drones? A．High-quality camera systems. B．Long-distance remote control. C．Advanced GPS systems for safety. D．The ability to change into different shapes. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．To introduce the founder of DJI. B．To introduce a leading drone company. C．To describe the different shapes of drones. D．To introduce the technology behind DJI drones. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津和平·期中）“Roses are red. Violets are blue.” As an English poem tells us, most things we see in the world have a certain color. However, if a red rose shrinks (缩小) to the world of nanometers (纳米), chances are you might see it in orange, yellow, or blue, depending on its size. This incredible phenomenon is due to the quantum effect (量子效应). An element’s properties (性质) are largely determined by how many electrons it has, noted the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. However, when matter shrinks to nanometers, its properties are determined by its size. Based on this effect, Alexei Ekimov from Russia and Louis Brus and Moungi Bawendi from the US received the Nobel Prize in chemistry this year for the discovery and development of quantum dots (量子点), semiconducting nanoparticles (半导体纳米粒子) that are usually 2 to 10 nanometers in size. “Quantum dots have many fascinating and unusual properties. Importantly, they have different colors depending on their size,” said Johan Aqvist, Chair of the Nobel Committee for Chemistry. Quantum dots absorb light and then release it at another wavelength (波长). The smaller the dot is, the shorter the wavelength is, resulting in a bluer light. Likewise, the larger it is, the redder the light will be. The research by the three scientists opened up a whole new world for chemistry. The light from quantum dots is pure and bright, providing more convenience and enjoyment in many aspects of our lives. In hospitals, quantum dots are applied to bioimaging (生物成像) and traceable (可追踪的) drug delivery. They can guide doctors when they remove tumors (肿瘤). The dots are much brighter than traditional organic dyes (染料). In our homes, we enjoy pure and dynamic light from TV and computer displays using QLED technology (Q stands for quantum dots). In labs, chemists make use of light from quantum dots to catalyze (催化) chemical reactions. Looking ahead, scientists believe that quantum dots could help in the making of tiny sensors and thinner solar cells, as well as in encrypted (加密的) quantum communication. Quantum dots have been benefiting humankind in many ways. However, our exploration of them is still at an early stage. 1．What determines the color of quantum dots? A．The material they are made of. B．The amount of light they absorb. C．Their sizes. D．The wavelength they emit. 2．Quantum dots absorb light and release it at a different wavelength. Which accurately explains the relationship between quantum dot size and color? A．Smaller dots appear bluer. B．Smaller dots appear redder. C．Larger dots appear bluer. D．Larger dots appear lighter. 3．In what aspects are quantum dots being used in hospitals? a. Biological imaging    b. Write a prescription (开处方) c. Tumor removal    d. Dye usage    e. Drug delivery A．a, b, c B．b, c, e C．a, c, e D．a, d, e 4．According to the article, which of the following statements is correct? A．Three scientists received the Nobel Prize in chemistry for their discovery of quantum effects. B．The applications of quantum dots are achieving great success. C．Research on quantum dots is still in the early stage. D．The smaller the quantum dot, the longer the wavelength it releases. 5．What’s the main idea of this article? A．Introduction to three scientists who have won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. B．The importance of quantum effect in determining an element’s properties. C．Explored the potential application fields of future quantum dots. D．The discovery and development of quantum dots and their applications in different fields. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（说明文） Passage1 1.D 2.B 3.C 4.B 5.A Passage2 1.B 2.D 3.C 4.A 5.C Passage3 1.A 2.D 3.A 4.D 5.C Passage4 1.B 2.A 3.D 4.C 5.A Passage5 1.D 2.C 3.B 4.C 5.A Passage6 1.D 2.A 3.A 4.C 5.D Passage7 1.A 2.C 3.C 4.D 5.A Passage8 1.A 2.B 3.C 4.D 5.C Passage9 1.B 2.D 3.C 4.A 5.D Passage1 1.C 2.B 3.D 4.C 5.A Passage2 1.C 2.B 3.D 4.B 5.A Passage3 1.D 2.A 3.B 4.C 5.D Passage4 1.A 2.C 3.C 4.D 5.B Passage5 1.D 2.C 3.A 4.C 5.B Passage6 1.B 2.A 3.C 4.A 5.D Passage7 1.C 2.A 3.D 4.B 5.A Passage1 1.B 2.A 3.D 4.D 5.C Passage2 1.A 2.D 3.C 4.B 5.B Passage3 1.C 2.D 3.C 4.D 5.B Passage4 1.C 2.A 3.C 4.C 5.D / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（说明文） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津河东·期中）Interesting festivals in the world Throwing Tomatoes—Spain (西班牙) Spain takes “tomato fights” to a whole new level. But the tomatoes are being thrown, not eaten. The festival takes place on the last Wednesday in August. Trucks (卡车) carry tomatoes into the square. People rush to the tomatoes and throw them into the crowd. Rolling Cheese—England This festival is celebrated on the last Monday in May. It takes place on Cooper’s Hill. A large wheel of cheese (奶酪) is rolled down Cooper’s Hill. The festival is actually a race where people run down the hill after the rolling cheese. The first person to cross the finish line at the bottom of the hill wins the cheese. Burning Man—The United States The Burning Man Festival lasts for a week. It is from Monday before Labor Day to Labor Day (which falls on the first Monday in September in America). The festival takes place in the Black Rock Desert. The best part of the festival is the burning of a large sculpture of a man. Pouring Water—Thailand The Songkran Festival is the celebration of the New Year in Thailand. Rather than a single day, Thailand celebrates the New Year from April 13th to April 15th. Thai people run after each other, pouring water. Songkran is one of the most important reasons why foreigners travel to the beautiful land. 1．How many festivals are mentioned in the passage? A．One. B．Two. C．Three. D．Four. 2．Where will you probably go to enjoy one of the festivals above in May? A．Spain. B．England. C．The United States. D．Thailand. 3．Which festival is held in the Black Rock Desert? A．Throwing tomatoes. B．Rolling cheese. C．Burning man. D．Pouring water. 4．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The tomatoes are thrown into the crowd to eat. B．Not all the festivals above fall on the single day. C．Burning a large real man is the best part of the festival. D．Songkran is the only reason for attracting lots of tourists. 5．The passage is most probably taken from ________. A．a tour guide B．a science report C．a storybook D．a fashion magazine 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了世界上四个有趣的节日，包括西班牙的西红柿节、英国的滚奶酪节、美国的火人节、泰国的泼水节。 1．细节理解题。阅读全文可知，文章依次介绍了“Throwing Tomatoes—Spain”，“Rolling Cheese—England”，“Burning Man—The United States”和“Pouring Water—Thailand”这四个节日。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“Rolling Cheese—England”中的“This festival is celebrated on the last Monday in May.”可知，英国的滚奶酪节在五月庆祝，所以五月可以去英国享受体验滚奶酪节。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Burning Man—The United States”中的“The festival takes place in the Black Rock Desert.”可知，火人节在黑岩沙漠举办。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“The Burning Man Festival lasts for a week.”可知，火人节持续一周；根据“Rather than a single day, Thailand celebrates the New Year from April 13th to April 15th.”可知，泰国从4月13日到4月15日庆祝新年，而不是一天。所以上述所有节日并非都只有一天。故选B。 5．推理判断题。阅读全文可知，本文主要介绍了世界上四个有趣的节日，包括西班牙的西红柿节、英国的滚奶酪节、美国的火人节、泰国的泼水节。主要介绍的是各地有趣的节日，最有可能来自旅行指南。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·天津河北·期中）On 18th March, a new kind of plane called the EH216-S went on sale. It is special because it is the first in the world that can carry passengers and fly without a pilot (飞行员) inside. It is developed by the Chinese company EHang. People can buy it online. The EH216-S, priced at 2.39 million yuan, is being tested in different places around the world. The plane can take off and land vertically (垂直地) without the need for a runway. It can carry two passengers and travel up to 30 kilometres at a speed of 130 kilometres each hour. The plane is 6.05 metres long, 5.73 metres wide, and 1.93 metres high. The EH216-S has 16 propellers (螺旋桨) to help it fly. There is a special system on the ground that tells it where to go. The plane is built to be very safe. If something goes wrong with one part, there are other replacement (替换) parts that can still make it fly safely. According to EHang, their teams will help people who buy the planes in many ways. They will make sure the buyers can fly safely, plan the best ways for them and take care of the planes. They will also teach the buyers how to use the planes properly (正确地). EHang has also introduced another plane called the VT-30. It can fly much longer, up to 300 kilometres. The VT-30 has completed some important tests and will be ready to fly this year. 1．What is special about the EH216-S? A．It is sold online. B．It can fly without a pilot. C．It is developed by EHang. D．It can carry a lot more passengers. 2．Why doesn’t the EH216-S need a runway? A．Because it is very light. B．Because it flies very fast. C．Because it is small in size. D．Because it goes up and down vertically. 3．What makes the EH216-S fly safely? A．Its ground control system. B．Its special propellers. C．Its replacement parts. D．Its special shape. 4．Why are many numbers used in the passage? A．To provide clear information about the new plane. B．To show the long history of making planes. C．To explain how to build the new plane. D．To compare different kinds of planes. 5．In what way is the VT-30 better than the EH216-S? A．It is larger. B．It is cheaper. C．It flies much longer. D．It has experienced more tests. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了中国亿航智能公司研发的两款新型飞机。 1．细节理解题。根据“It is special because it is the first in the world that can carry passengers and fly without a pilot inside.”可知，EH216-S的特别之处在于它能无人驾驶且载人。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“The plane can take off and land vertically without the need for a runway.”可知，EH216-S无需跑道是因为它能垂直起降。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“If something goes wrong with one part, there are other replacement parts that can still make it fly safely.”可知，备用零件能确保EH216-S安全飞行。故选C。 4．推理判断题。文章中使用了价格（239万元）、航程（30公里）、速度（130公里/小时）、尺寸、螺旋桨数量等数据，目的是清晰、准确地提供新型飞机的相关信息。故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据“EHang has also introduced another plane called the VT-30. It can fly much longer, up to 300 kilometres.”可知，VT-30比EH216-S更出色的地方是航程更远（300公里 vs 30公里）。故选C。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）There are many festivals. Dads have Father’s Day. Mums have Mother’s Day. But do our grandparents have a festival? Yes, they do. The Chongyang Festival is a special day for old people in China. The festival is on lunar (阴历的) September 9th. On this day, people show love and respect (尊重) for their grandparents. Respecting old people is a tradition in China. There are many ways for Chinese people to show their respect. When an old person enters a room, everyone should stand up. Also, people are introduced from the oldest to the youngest. When we give something to an old person, two hands are used. The old usually don’t have to buy bus tickets and young people always give their seats to old people on a crowded bus. However, in western countries, old people have different lifestyles (生活方式) from those in China. They don’t often live with their children—they live alone. They don’t want to get help from others. They don’t even want to be offered seats by others. Westerners also respect old people. During holidays, families usually get together at the grandparents’ homes. A big smile and a warm hug are enough for children to show their respect. 1．What is the Chong yang Festival mainly for? A．Showing respect to old people. B．Celebrating the harvest in autumn. C．Remembering famous people. D．Encouraging people to climb mountains. 2．How do Chinese people show respect when an old person enters a room? A．They give a warm hug. B．They offer a seat immediately. C．They introduce themselves first. D．They stand up as a sign of respect. 3．Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a way Chinese people show respect to the elderly? A．Sending expensive gifts. B．Giving up seats on a crowded bus. C．Using two hands when giving something. D．Introducing people from the oldest to the youngest. 4．How do old people in western countries usually live? A．They live with their friends instead of family. B．They live with their children and grandchildren. C．They live in nursing homes with other old people. D．They live alone and try to do everything by themselves. 5．How do western children show respect to their grandparents during holidays? A．By giving them money and gifts. B．By offering them seats on the bus. C．With a big smile and a warm hug. D．By writing them thank-you letters. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．A 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文通过对比中西方文化，介绍了尊老敬老的传统与方式。 1．细节理解题。根据“The Chongyang Festival is a special day for old people in China.”及“On this day, people show love and respect for their grandparents.”可知，重阳节主要是向老人表达敬爱和尊重的一个节日。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“When an old person enters a room, everyone should stand up.”可知，当老人进入房间时，每个人都应该站起来。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“When an old person enters a room, everyone should stand up. Also, people are introduced from the oldest to the youngest. When we give something to an old person, two hands are used. The old usually don’t have to buy bus tickets and young people always give their seats to old people on a crowded bus.”可知，向老人表达尊敬，可以是老人进屋时起立、按年龄从长到幼进行介绍、用双手递东西、免公交车票、让座等；未提到送贵重礼物。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“They don’t often live with their children—they live alone. They don’t want to get help from others.”可知，西方国家的老人不常和孩子们住在一起——他们独自生活，也不想接受别人的帮助。故选D。 5．细节理解题。根据“A big smile and a warm hug are enough for children to show their respect.”可知，一个灿烂的笑容和一个温暖的拥抱，对孩子们来说就足以表达他们的敬意。故选C。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）The Huanghe River flows from the high mountains to the sea, from ancient times to today. It gave birth to one of the oldest and most outstanding (优秀的) cultures in the world—the Huanghe River culture. In the hearts of Chinese people, the Huanghe River is the mother river. It will play a more important role in our country’s development. The Huanghe River carries lots of yellow sand to the water when running through the Loess Plateau (黄土高原), so that its water is yellow. Because of its yellow water, it is called the Huanghe River. The river starts from Qinghai Province in Northwest China. It flows through a lot of places before emptying into the Bohai Sea. The 5464-kilometre-long waterway feeds about 12 % of China’s population and provides water for about15 % of fields and more than 60 cities. Nowadays, our country has been making greater efforts (努力) in the river’s environmental protection and high-quality (高质量) development. Many wetland nature reserves (保护区) and parks have been built along the river. Each year, over 400 million tons (吨) of sand has been stopped from being washed into it. Our mother river has become much clearer than before. It’s sure to bring us more benefits. 1．What can we know from paragraph 1? A．The Huanghe River is the oldest river all around the world. B．The Huanghe River is of great importance to Chinese people. C．The Huanghe River culture appeared earlier than other cultures. D．The Huanghe River was considered as the mother river in the past. 2．Why does the river called the name the Huanghe River? A．Because the colour of its water is yellow. B．Because it flows past a place called the Loess Plateau. C．Because it is named after its source, the Loess Plateau. D．Because it carries a lot of yellow water from Qinghai Province. 3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．The Huanghe River runs into the East China Sea. B．The Huanghe River starts in Northeast China. C．The Huanghe River runs through only two provinces. D．Over sixty cities use water from the Huanghe River. 4．What does the word “benefits” in the last sentence most probably mean? A．problems B．messages C．advantages D．exhibitions 5．What can we learn from the last paragraph? A．Our country has done a lot to protect the Huanghe River. B．The water in the Huanghe River is no longer yellow. C．More cities have been built along the Huanghe River. D．The Huanghe River carries over 400 million tons of sand. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文介绍了黄河作为母亲河的地位、得名原因、地理与作用，以及我国对其的环保和高质量发展举措。 1．细节理解题。根据“In the hearts of Chinese people, the Huanghe River is the mother river. It will play a more important role in our country’s development.” 可知，黄河对中国人意义重大。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Because of its yellow water, it gets the name The Huanghe River.” 可知，黄河因水的颜色是黄色而得名。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“provides water for about 15 % of fields and more than 60 cities.” 可知，超过60个城市使用黄河的水。故选D。 4．词句猜测题。根据“Our mother river has become much clearer than before. It’s sure to bring us more benefits.” 可知，黄河变清后会带来更多好处，benefits意为 “好处”。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据“our country has been making greater efforts in the river’s environmental protection and high- quality development. Many wetland nature reserves and parks have been built along the river.” 可知，我国为保护黄河做了很多工作。故选A。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·天津北辰·期中）During the National Day holiday, the sky above Shenzhen was lit up by impressive drone (无人机) light shows. This “cyber fireworks” lit up the night, painting a lively picture of Shenzhen as a “City of Miracles, City of Innovation, City of Future”. A total of 10,197 DAMODA drones took off to the sky at the same time, setting two Guinness World Records. So how does the drone light show work? Before a drone light show begins, drones are usually put on the ground one by one and it would take a lot of time to prepare a show with more than ten thousand drones. To shorten the time, the DAMODA drone company thought of a solution. The company put groups of drones into big boxes with specific QR codes on them. By putting the boxes into correct places, thousands of drones can be ready in a short time and they can go back to their “homes” by scanning the QR codes. In drone shows, each drone is programmed by a computer to follow its own flight direction, carefully avoiding the other drones. They communicate with neighbouring drones and use sensors (传感器) to keep a certain distance. The position and LED colours change throughout the performance to show different objects in the night sky. Drone light shows are thought to be more environmentally friendly—and certainly cause less noise and light pollution—than fireworks shows, so lots of big events are turning to them instead of fireworks. Drones can also be reused again and again so they will probably be more popular in the future. 1．How does the writer introduce the topic? A．By making a comparison. B．By using a saying. C．By showing a survey. D．By giving a fact. 2．Why did the DAMODA company put the drones into special boxes? A．To make the drones lighter. B．To protect the environment. C．To reduce preparation time. D．To keep the audience safe. 3．What do the drones use the sensors to do? A．To make sure of the connection. B．To stay away from other drones. C．To show different colours. D．To reach a certain speed. 4．What is the author’s attitude (态度) towards drone light shows? A．Uninterested. B．Worried. C．Supportive. D．Doubtful. 5．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Technology. B．Culture. C．Fashion. D．Travel. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了国庆节期间深圳的无人机灯光秀，包括其如何运作、优势以及未来的发展前景。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“During the National Day holiday, the sky above Shenzhen was lit up by impressive drone (无人机) light shows.”可知，作者通过描述国庆节期间深圳上空无人机灯光秀这一事实来引入话题。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“To shorten the time, the DAMODA drone company thought of a solution. The company put groups of drones into big boxes with specific QR codes on them.”可知，DAMODA公司把无人机放入特殊盒子是为了缩短准备时间。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“In drone shows, each drone is programmed by a computer to follow its own flight direction, carefully avoiding the other drones. They communicate with neighbouring drones and use sensors (传感器) to keep a certain distance.”可知，无人机使用传感器是为了与其他无人机保持一定距离，即远离其他无人机。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Drone light shows are thought to be more environmentally friendly—and certainly cause less noise and light pollution—than fireworks shows, so lots of big events are turning to them instead of fireworks. Drones can also be reused again and again so they will probably be more popular in the future.”可知，作者认为无人机灯光秀更环保，噪音和光污染更少，且无人机可以重复使用，未来可能会更受欢迎，由此可推断作者对无人机灯光秀持支持态度。故选C。 5．推理判断题。文章主要介绍了无人机灯光秀这一科技现象，包括其运作方式、优势等，所以最有可能在杂志的科技部分读到这篇文章。故选A。 Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Visiting museums is more and more popular among the young people in China. During the holidays, lots of young Chinese would like to invite their friends to visit museums. There, they can learn about traditional culture. This activity is popular for many reasons. Firstly, many museums are free or the price of the ticket is low. It’s much cheaper than going to a concert. What’s more, people don’t need to worry about the weather when visiting museums. Wei Ming, a museum lover, says, “Visiting museums is like stepping deep into the world of history.” In this way, young people can not only get the knowledge of the history but also discuss it with their friends. In order to make visitors’ experiences more enjoyable, many museums across the country have launched (发布) cultural and creative products such as a kind of box. There is some soil in the box and a small product about a topic is hidden in the soil. Visitors need to use tools to dig through the soil and discover the topic of the product. Many young people are interested in this exciting experience. Thanks to technology, more museums have used modern tools such as 3D and AR glasses to show people some true situations of the history. 1．Why do young Chinese like to visit museums during holidays? A．To see free concerts. B．To learn about local food. C．To see the new film. D．To learn about traditional culture. 2．Which is a reason for the popularity of visiting museums? A．Free or low-cost tickets. B．Caring about the weather. C．cheap concert tickets. D．Difficulty in learning history. 3．What does the underlined word “stepping” mean in the passage? A．Walking slowly. B．Drinking quickly. C．Crying loudly. D．Jumping high. 4．How can visitors discover the topic of the product in the special box? A．By asking the workers. B．By buying the product. C．By digging through the soil with tools. D．By reading the box’s introduction. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to make cultural products. B．The history of Chinese museums. C．Modern technology is not useful for museums. D．Visiting museums is popular among young people in China. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．A 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，分析了中国年轻人热衷参观博物馆的原因，包括低成本、文化学习需求及博物馆推出的创新互动体验，并指出科技应用使观展更具吸引力。 1．细节理解题。根据“During the holidays, lots of young Chinese would like to invite their friends to visit museums. There, they can learn about traditional culture.”可知，中国年轻人假期喜欢参观博物馆是为了了解传统文化，故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“Firstly, many museums are free or the price of the ticket is low.”可知，参观博物馆受欢迎的一个原因是门票免费或价格低，故选A。 3．词句猜测题。结合语境“Visiting museums is like stepping deep into the world of history.”可知，参观博物馆就像走进历史的世界，“stepping”在这里是“走进，踏入”的意思，与“Walking slowly”意思接近，故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“Visitors need to use tools to dig through the soil and discover the topic of the product.”可知，游客通过用工具挖开土壤来发现产品主题，故选C。 5．主旨大意题。根据“Visiting museums is more and more popular among the young people in China.”及后文对受欢迎原因、博物馆创新举措的介绍可知，本文核心是中国年轻人热衷参观博物馆，故选D。 Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Like many people, I have no clear idea about heroes. At some points, we all wonder if we need a hero and what a hero really is. Although there are a lot of differences in cultures, heroes around the world generally share a number of characteristics (特征). They give us courage and make us want to learn from them. A hero does something worth talking about. A hero has a special story to tell and people respect him a lot. But a hero is not just the person with great fame (名誉). A hero has larger power than ordinary people. Some people want to live like a hero, and they have to experience a life with newer and further meaning. If we want to know whether a person is a hero, it depends on what he wants to live for and die for. If the answer is that he lives for and dies only for his own fame, he may be a famous person but not a hero. A hero has vision from the mountain top. He has the ability to think about or plan the future with his great and clever brain. Also, he is able to develop or even change the society and create new possibilities. Without Gandhi, India might still be part of Britain. Without Martin Luther King Jr., Americans might still take different buses, eat in different restaurants, go for walks in different parks, and shop in different stores because of the different colors of their skins (皮肤). There might be changes in society without heroes, but the speed of change would be low. Thanks to the heroes in history, the society has developed so rapidly (快速地). 1．What is the characteristics of the heroes according to the passage? A．They give us courage. B．They live alone. C．They just share great fame. D．They learn from others. 2．What should you do, if you want to live like a hero? A．You have to know who you live with. B．You have to depend on your parents. C．You have to experience a new and meaningful life. D．You have to live for and die only for your family. 3．What does the underlined word “vision” mean in Paragraph 5? A．形象 B．电视 C．远见 D．山脉 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Heroes have the ability to think about themselves. B．Heroes shop in different stores because they’re heroes. C．Martin Luther King Jr. like to eat in different restaurants. D．Our society has developed faster because of the heroes in history. 5．What is the best title of the passage? A．What is a hero B．How to become rich C．A famous hero in China D．How to be famous 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了英雄的普遍特征，探讨了什么是真正的英雄。 1．细节理解题。根据“heroes around the world generally share a number of characteristics. They give us courage and make us want to learn from them.”可知，英雄能给我们勇气。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Some people want to live like a hero, and they have to experience a life with newer and further meaning.”可知，要像英雄一样生活，需要经历有新的、更有意义的生活。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据“He has the ability to think about or plan the future with his great and clever brain.”可知，英雄有思考或规划未来的能力，即有“远见”，所以“vision”意为“远见”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Thanks to the heroes in history, the society has developed so rapidly.”可知，因为历史上的英雄，我们的社会发展得更快了。故选D。 5．最佳标题题。文章围绕英雄的特征展开，介绍了什么是英雄。故选A。 Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·天津西青·期中）If you’ve ever cried while watching TV, someone might say you are too emotional (情绪化的). But crying is normal—and it’s actually good for us. Scientists don’t know exactly what happens when we cry, but they know it can make us feel better. A study found that half of the people felt happier after crying. Also, when people see you cry, they are more likely to help you. Professor Ad Vingerhoets is a doctor who studies feelings. He says crying makes others feel sorry for you and understand you. That’s why they want to help and support you and be kind to you. Research also shows that people who cry seem warmer, nicer, more reliable (可靠的) and honest. Crying can make others like to be friends or work with them. Some people may feel worse after crying or get a headache, but many feel better. “Crying is our body’s way of releasing (释放) emotions,” says another doctor who helps with feelings, Anna Mathur. “When we hold in too many emotions, we can become like a pressure cooker (高压锅) until our body finds a way to let things out.” Have you noticed that you feel more peaceful after crying? Or that crying when you hit your foot makes the pain go away faster? That’s because of your body’s response (反应) to crying. “When you cry, your body sends out special things that make you happy,” Mathur says. Some of these special things can even make pain feel less strong. 1．What might someone say if you cry while watching TV? A．You are too emotional. B．You are very brave. C．You are so tired. D．You are too lazy. 2．What did a study find about crying? A．All people felt sad after crying. B．Half of the people felt happier after crying. C．No one felt better after crying. D．Most people got a headache after crying. 3．Why do others want to help people who cry, according to Professor Ad Vingerhoets? A．Crying people are usually richer. B．Crying people will give others some gifts. C．Crying makes others feel sorry for them and understand them. D．Crying makes others feel worried about them. 4．What does Anna Mathur compare holding too many emotions to? A．A fast car. B．A broken chair. C．An old pencil. D．A pressure cooker. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．How to choose TV shows. B．Why we need to cry. C．Crying is normal and good for us. D．How to make others sorry. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要探讨了哭泣的积极作用及其科学依据，包括情绪释放、社会支持和生理反应等方面。 1．细节理解题。根据“If you’ve ever cried while watching TV, someone might say you are too emotional (情绪化的).”可知，看电视哭泣时，他人可能会认为你“太情绪化”。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“A study found that half of the people felt happier after crying.”可知，研究发现半数人哭泣后感到更快乐。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“He says crying makes others feel sorry for you and understand you. That’s why they want to help and support you and be kind to you”可知，哭泣能引发他人的同情和理解，从而促使他们提供帮助。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“When we hold in too many emotions, we can become like a pressure cooker (高压锅) until our body finds a way to let things out.”可知，压抑情绪会让人像“高压锅”一样。故选D。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，全文围绕“哭泣是正常的且对健康有益”展开，列举了科学依据和社会影响，C项符合。故选C。 Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·天津和平·期中）Rocky Mountain National Park (RMNP) in Colorado, shows off the best of the Rocky Mountains. The park includes 415 square miles of natural beauty. The air is fresh and clean. It features mountain lakes that mirror high peaks above them. The park is home to mountain lions, moose and many other wild animals. RMNP is a small part of the Rocky Mountain Range (山脉). Compared to other mountain ranges, the Rockies are young. They were pushed up around 165 million years ago. Later on, glaciers (冰川) moved downhill and carved out their peaks. The Rocky Mountains form much of the Continental Divide (大陆分水岭). This is a rocky spine that runs along North America and divides the way water flows. Water on the western side of the divide flows west to the Pacific Ocean. Water on the eastern side flows to the Atlantic Ocean. RMNP has several different environments. It has wet areas and forests of pine trees. The trees stop growing at about 11,500 feet. This is called the tree line. Higher than this the weather is too stormy and the soil too rocky for trees to grow. Different areas in RMNP provide homes for different animals. And about 280 kinds of birds have been seen in RMNP. They include eagles and ravens, which ride on mountain winds. A visit to RMNP can be free and easy or full of adventure. In the park, the roads allow drivers to enjoy great views. Trail Ridge Road is the highest paved road in any U.S. national park. However, this road is closed in winter, when snowdrifts can be more than 20 feet deep. RMNP is one of the most popular national parks in the United States. During the summer months, the park can be very crowded. Sometimes there are traffic jams. Many people now ride buses in the park rather than drive their cars. Still, anyone willing to lace up their hiking boots can go on an adventure in this park. 1．How are the Rocky Mountains different from other mountain ranges? A．They are larger. B．They are younger. C．They have more natural beauty. D．They have more wildlife. 2．Water on the western side of the Continental Divide flows to ________. A．the Atlantic Ocean B．the Gulf of Mexico C．Rocky Mountain National Park D．the Pacific Ocean 3．Trees stop growing at around 11,500 feet because ________. A．the sunlight is too bright B．there is too much wind blowing C．it is too stormy and rocky D．the soil is too wet to hold the roots 4．Why does the writer tell readers people now ride buses in the park rather than drive cars? A．To tell readers about how crowded the park has become. B．To tell readers about different buses they can ride in the park. C．To get readers to drive a car if they visit the park. D．To get readers not to go to the park when it is crowded. 5．What does the writer most want readers to know about Rocky Mountain National Park? A．RMNP has different kinds of animals and birds. B．RMNP sometimes has so much snow that the roads must close. C．RMNP has many kinds of birds throughout the year. D．RMNP is a special place filled with wild animals and natural beauty. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．C 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了美国科罗拉多州的落基山国家公园的自然景观、地理特征和生态环境。 1．细节理解题。根据“Compared to other mountain ranges, the Rockies are young.”可知，与其他山脉相比，落基山脉更年轻。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Water on the western side of the divide flows west to the Pacific Ocean.”可知，分水岭西侧的水流向太平洋。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“Higher than this the weather is too stormy and the soil too rocky for trees to grow.”可知，树木因风暴天气和岩石土壤无法生长。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“During the summer months, the park can be very crowded. Sometimes there are traffic jams. Many people now ride buses in the park rather than drive their cars.”可知，夏季公园拥挤导致交通堵塞，因此人们改乘巴士。故选A。 5．主旨大意题。全文首段开篇点题，后续围绕“自然美景 (湖泊、高峰)、野生动物、多样环境”展开，末段强调其“热门”，核心是凸显公园的“独特性”，故作者最想让读者了解落基山国家公园是一处遍布野生动物、满是自然美景的独特之地。故选D。 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津红桥·期中）“Going on holiday with blind (失明的) people opens your eyes,” says Wendy Coley. She often goes on tours with Travel Eyes, a company that takes tourists traveling around the world. For each tour, half of the people can see and half can’t. A person who can see travels with a person who can’t. The world is there for sighted (有视力的) people but that can cause problems for the blind. So, sighted members might describe the size and color of a building, or the smiles of strangers passing by. They might explain the food, “Our lunch is a sandwich in the centre of your plate, and chips in a bowl to the right of your plate.” Clearly, it is good for blind travelers. They are able to learn about new places and make new friends. “You don’t worry about danger any more. That’s really important,” says Jenny Tween, a blind tourist. But it is also of benefit (益处) to sighted travelers. Wendy is one of them. She says that when you describe what you see, you see things in a very different way. The tour manager Hannah Vince agrees, “Sighted people learn a lot from these trips. It’s a two-way thing.” Traveling with blind people and describing the world to them makes sighted people go more slowly and look more closely at colors, shapes, and the sizes of things. Blind people can also help sighted people find more about the smells of food or flowers, and the sounds of music or traffic. In the end, this isn’t a story about people who can see helping people who can’t. It’s about people with different abilities showing each other new ways of experiencing the world and meeting new friends. 1．What do we know about tours with Travel Eyes? A．Blind people join in the tours at half the price. B．They are organized by Wendy Coley. C．A blind person travels with a sighted person. D．Most of the tourists are blind people. 2．What does the underlined word “They” in Paragraph 1 refer to? A．Blind people. B．Sighted members. C．Tourists. D．Strangers. 3．How does Jenny Tween feel during the tours? A．Nervous. B．Surprised. C．Sleepy. D．Safe. 4．What benefit do sighted people get from the tours? A．They walk faster. B．They cook better. C．They notice more. D．They speak louder. 5．What would be the best title for the passage? A．Shared Travel B．Happy Holiday C．Help Blind People D．Travel around the World 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了Travel Eyes公司组织的旅行活动，该活动让视力正常的人和盲人一起旅行，互相帮助，共同体验世界。 1．细节理解题。根据“For each tour, half of the people can see and half can’t. A person who can see travels with a person who can’t.”可知，每次旅行中，一半的人有视力，一半的人没有。一个有视力的人和一个没有视力的人一起旅行，即盲人和视力正常的人配对旅行。故选C。 2．词句猜测题。根据“So, sighted members might describe the size and color of a building, or the smiles of strangers passing by. They might explain the food”可知，视力正常的人可能会描述建筑物的大小和颜色，或者路过的陌生人的微笑。他们也许可以解释食物，故“They”指代的是前文提到的“sighted members”，即有视力的成员。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“‘You don’t worry about danger any more. That’s really important,’ says Jenny Tween.可知，Jenny在旅行中应是感到安全的。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“Traveling with blind people and describing the world to them makes sighted people go more slowly and look more closely at colors, shapes, and the sizes of things.”可知，与盲人一起旅行并向他们描述世界，让视力正常的人放慢脚步，更仔细地观察颜色、形状和物体的大小，即视力正常的人在旅行中会注意到更多细节。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文并根据“It’s about people with different abilities showing each other new ways of experiencing the world and meeting new friends.”可知，文章的核心是“共享旅行”，强调双方共同受益。故选A。 Passage 2 （24-25九年级上·天津河东·期中）①Since the first man looked up at the flying birds, countless successes have been achieved on the way up to the sky. From the stones thrown into the air to airships of all kinds, pioneers of humans never failed to let their imagination run wild. ②Stories of pioneers go back to centuries ago. ③Kite flying in China dates back to the 5th century BC and is thought to be the earliest example of man-made flight. ④From the 3rd century BC, the sky lantern was known in China. Many people believe that it was invented by Zhuge Kongming. Some say he wrote a message on a sky lantern for help, while others believe sky lanterns were used to drive the enemies away. ⑤Whichever is true, humans have never stopped, and they will never. In modern times, new fields are being explored. ⑥In 1993, the world’s largest hot-air airship was built. The AS-300 carried an underslung raft. It allowed a team of French scientists to carry out their treetop researches without too much harm to the rainforest. ⑦On May 15, 2022, Chinese scientists launched the latest model of “Jimu No.1”, China’s self-developed airship, to collect weather information on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. ⑧The airship would work at a world-record altitude of 9,032 meters. It was the first time an airship of its size had reached this height, even higher than that of the 8848.86-meter-high Mount Qomolangma, the highest mountain in the world. 1．According to passage, we can learn that ________. A．Zhuge Kongming was believed to invent kites B．sky lanterns were used just for fun in China C．kite flying in China dates back to the 5th century BC D．sky lanterns were known in China before the 3rd century BC 2．Both the AS-300 and the latest model of “Jimu No.1” are airships which ________. A．were harmful to the forest B．broke a world record each C．reached the highest mountain D．helped with treetop researches 3．The writer’s main purpose of writing the passage is to ________. A．share humorous stories about the pioneers B．show how excellent ancient people were C．encourage us to learn more about imagination D．praise the never-ending exploration into the sky 4．Where do you think this passage may come from? A．A travel guide. B．A science magazine. C．A storybook. D．A sports website. 5．The structure of the passage is ________. A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了人类从古至今永不停止地探索天空。 1．细节理解题。根据“Kite flying in China dates back to the 5th century BC”可知中国放风筝可以追溯到公元前5世纪。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“In 1993, the world’s largest hot-air airship was built.”以及“On May 15, 2022, Chinese scientists launched the latest model of ‘Jimu No.1’”可知AS-300是最大的热气球，极目一号是最新的飞艇，所以它们各自打破了世界纪录。故选B。 3．主旨大意题。根据“humans have never stopped, and they will never”以及本文内容可知本文主要介绍了人类从古至今永不停止地探索天空，故作者写这篇文章是为了赞扬这种精神。故选D。 4．推理判断题。文章内容涉及飞行历史和科学探索，适合出现在科学杂志中。故选B。 5．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，第一段引入了话题；第二段和第五段分别引入了古代和现代对天空的探索，第三段和第四段描述的是古代人对天空的探索，第六段描述现代前期的探索；第七段和第八段是最近的探索。故选项A符合本文的结构。故选A。 Passage 3 （24-25九年级上·天津和平·期中）If you visit some villages in the English countryside, you might be lucky to see morris dancing (莫里斯舞). People are not sure how old this kind of dancing is. Some think it started 2, 000 years ago, but most agree that morris dancing is probably about five centuries old. Many agree that it celebrates traditional English farm life on holidays. Morris dancers wear traditional costumes. Usually, this is a white shirt, a bright jacket, a hat and small bells called “jingle bells”. There are different styles of morris dancing from different places around England. In Cotswold morris, the dancers usually carry white handkerchiefs and sticks which they hit as they dance. Morris dancing styles from the north of England often use swords (剑) instead of sticks, and dancers can look a little like soldiers, which is different from southern styles. It is common in this style for men and women to dance together. Border morris comes from the west of England, near the border with Wales. Dancers in this style usually wear normal clothes decorated with pieces of colorful paper, and sometimes they put black paint on their faces. Morris dancing is an old English tradition but it’s facing a big crisis (危机). As the years go by, fewer and fewer young people join morris dancing groups. Some worry that if nothing is done to change this, the tradition will die out. 1．Most people believe morris dancing probably started about ________ years ago. A．2000 B．200 C．5000 D．500 2．Morris dancing is considered to celebrate________. A．traditional English farm life B．English family reunions C．the end of autumn D．a big harvest 3．What is morris dancing like in the north of England? A．People ring jingle bells while dancing. B．People dress up like soldiers with swords. C．People wear black paint on their faces. D．People carry white handkerchiefs and sticks. 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Border morris comes from the east of England. B．Cotswold morris dancers usually put black paint on their faces. C．Morris dancers wear traditional costumes. D．Morris is becoming more and more popular. 5．What is the crisis that morris dancing faces? A．Some styles of morris dancing have died out. B．It is only popular among young people. C．There is no morris dancing in Scotland. D．It faces the danger of being forgotten. 【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了英格兰的传统舞蹈莫里斯舞。 1．细节理解题。根据“Some think it started 2, 000 years ago, but most agree that morris dancing is probably about five centuries old.”可知，大多数人认为莫里斯舞可能始于5个世纪前，即500年前。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“Many agree that it celebrates traditional English farm life on holidays.”可知，莫里斯舞被认为是庆祝传统的英国农场生活。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Morris dancing styles from the north of England often use swords (剑) instead of sticks, and dancers can look a little like soldiers, which is different from southern styles.”可知，在英格兰北部跳莫里斯舞人们装扮成拿着剑的士兵。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“Morris dancers wear traditional costumes.”可知，莫里斯舞者穿着传统服装，选项C正确，故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据“As the years go by, fewer and fewer young people join morris dancing groups. Some worry that if nothing is done to change this, the tradition will die out.”可知，它面临着被遗忘的危险。故选D。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津河西·期中）Squirrels (松鼠) are getting ready for winter. They are looking for nuts and seeds, digging holes in the ground or finding holes in trees. That’s where they store the food they will need during the coming months, when the weather is cold and sometimes snowy. Squirrels spend a lot of time in trees, which are like restaurants for them. Among their favorite things to eat are nuts and other parts of trees, like tender buds (花苞). Squirrels may also eat corn, insects and other animals. And, as anyone who has a bird knows, squirrels love bird food! Squirrels stay active all winter, so they need plenty of food to help keep up their energy. Squirrels tend to bury food underground, piece by piece. Some squirrels may gather food into piles that they put at the base of trees or bury underground. When they need food, squirrels use their memory and smell to help them find what they buried. Sometimes you will even see them digging through the snow. Squirrels make nests in trees. Some squirrels spend much of the winter in underground tunnels (地道) where it is warmer. When spring comes, squirrels change their eating habits to new plant growth, like buds and leaves. Sometimes they forget to dig up all their buried nuts. That’s why you’ll sometimes find a little tree growing in a place where neither you nor your family planted it. It must have been the squirrels. 1．To get ready for winter, squirrels do all of the following EXCEPT ________. A．store leaves to keep warm B．look for nuts and seeds C．find holes in trees D．dig holes in the ground 2．Why do squirrels spend a lot of time in trees? A．Because they can keep warm in trees. B．Because they can find bird food there. C．Because their favorite food is there. D．Because they can find insects there. 3．The underlined part “tend to bury” in Paragraph 4 means ________. A．never bury B．seldom bury C．usually bury D．hardly bury 4．According to the passage, we know that ________. A．squirrels do not eat any other animals B．squirrels sleep all the time during winter C．squirrels plant young trees when spring comes D．squirrels sometimes fail to find all of their buried nuts 5．The passage is mainly about________. A．what squirrels are like B．how squirrels spend winter C．where squirrels bury food D．why squirrels store food for winter 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了松鼠如何为冬季做准备，包括储存食物、寻找栖息处、冬季活动以及偶尔遗忘埋藏的坚果从而无意中帮助树木生长。 1．细节理解题。根据第1段“They are looking for nuts and seeds, digging holes in the ground or finding holes in trees.”可知，松鼠为冬天做准备的活动包括寻找坚果种子、在地上挖洞、在树上找洞，未提及储存树叶保暖。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第2段“Squirrels spend a lot of time in trees, which are like restaurants for them. Among their favorite things to eat are nuts and other parts of trees...”可知，它们在树上花很多时间是因为它们最喜欢的食物（坚果、树芽等）在那里。故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据第4段“Squirrels tend to bury food underground, piece by piece.”并结合上下文描述松鼠储存食物的习性可知，“tend to”在这里表示“倾向于，通常”的意思，“tend to bury”即“通常埋藏”。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据最后一段“Sometimes they forget to dig up all their buried nuts.”可知，松鼠有时会找不到所有埋藏的坚果。故选D。 5．主旨大意题。全文围绕松鼠如何准备并度过冬季展开，详细描述了它们储存食物、寻找住所、冬季活动及春季习惯，核心是介绍松鼠如何过冬。故选B。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·天津河东·期中）New Zealand is in the Pacific Ocean and it is made up of islands. The largest island is the South Island and the North Island is the second largest. Most people live on the North Island. 70% of New Zealanders are descendants (后代) from Europe. Their forefathers (祖先) started to arrive in New Zealand from Europe about 200 years ago as farmers and businessmen.17% are Maoris. The Maoris came to New Zealand from the Polynesian Islands probably around the tenth century. When the Maoris first arrived in New Zealand, they lived in villages and were excellent fishermen, hunters and farmers. Now many Maoris live and work in the large cities and take jobs in government, industries, medicine and education. They are proud of their culture and keep up many of the traditions which are part of their way of life. New Zealand has two official languages: English and Maori. Many places in New Zealand have Maori names. In 1865, Wellington took Auckland’s place and became the capital of New Zealand, but the largest city is Auckland. The two cities are on the North Island. New Zealand has high mountains, active volcanoes, lakes, rainforests and beautiful sandy beaches, which makes it a location for the movie The Lord of the Rings. New Zealand has mild (温和的) temperatures and lots of sunshine. January and February are the warmest months of the year, while July is the coldest. New Zealand has many special birds. The best-known is the kiwi. The kiwi, about the size of a large chicken, cannot fly. It is the symbol of the country and you can find pictures of kiwis on New Zealand stamps and coins. The kiwi is named after its calls—kewe, kewe. New Zealanders are also called Kiwis, but very few New Zealanders have ever seen a kiwi bird in the wild. 1．When did the Maoris arrive in New Zealand? A．About 10 years ago. B．About 85 years ago. C．About 200 years ago. D．About 1,000 years ago. 2．Why do the Maoris keep up many of their traditions now? A．Because their “great grandfathers” came from Europe. B．Because they were excellent fishermen, hunters and farmers. C．Because they are proud of their culture and way of life. D．Because they all live and work in the large cities now. 3．Which is the coldest month of a year in New Zealand? A．July. B．January. C．February. D．June. 4．What do we know about the capital of New Zealand? A．The capital is on the South Island of New Zealand. B．At first, Wellington was the capital but now Auckland is. C．Wellington was not the capital of New Zealand until 1865. D．The capital of New Zealand is the largest city in the country. 5．What can we infer (推断) from the underlined part “very few New Zealanders have ever seen a kiwi bird in the wild”? A．Many New Zealanders like the kiwi bird. B．The kiwi bird is actually a kind of animal in danger. C．The local people can see kiwi birds in the zoo. D．The kiwi bird doesn’t live in the wild any more. 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文介绍了新西兰的地理、人口构成、毛利文化、气候特点及国鸟几维鸟的现状。 1．细节理解题。根据“The Maoris came to New Zealand from the Polynesian Islands probably around the tenth century.”可知，毛利人大约在10世纪（即1000年前）抵达新西兰。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据“They are proud of their culture and keep up many of the traditions which are part of their way of life.”可知，毛利人保持传统是因为他们为自己的文化和生活方式感到自豪。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“July is the coldest.”可知，新西兰最冷的月份是七月。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据“In 1865, Wellington took Auckland’s place and became the capital of New Zealand”可知，惠灵顿在1865年成为新西兰首都。故选C。 5．推理判断题。根据“The best-known is the kiwi. The kiwi, about the size of a large chicken, cannot fly. It is the symbol of the country and you can find pictures of kiwis on New Zealand stamps and coins. The kiwi is named after its calls—kewe, kewe. New Zealanders are also called Kiwis, but very few New Zealanders have ever seen a kiwi bird in the wild.”可知，几维鸟是新西兰的象征，但很少有新西兰人在野外见过几维鸟，由此可推断出几维鸟是一种濒危动物。故选B。 Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·天津南开·期中）Do you know black boxes? Black boxes are flight recorders placed in an aircraft for the purpose of making it easier to know how the accidents happened in flight. An airplane actually has two black boxes. The flight data recorder catches the information, which can discover whether human error (错误) or instrument problems contributed to an accident. The cockpit (驾驶舱) voice recorder records pilot voices and cockpit sounds. The black boxes are not black. They are painted bright orange to help with their recovery after accidents. The outside is covered with stripes of reflective tape (反光带). The black boxes are usually placed in the tail of a plane where they are more likely to survive (幸存) a crash (坠毁). A flight data recorder is required to store at least 25 hours of flight information. A cockpit voice recorder is required to record at least 2 hours of audio information. For the black boxes to survive a crash, they are built to be waterproof, fireproof, shockproof, heat and pressure and corrosion resistant (耐腐蚀). The black box must be able to hold 3,400 times the force of gravity, when the airplane goes down at the speed of about 500 km/h. It must also survive flames up to 1, 100 degrees Celsius for one hour, and the boxes should be able to give out a signal once per second while put under 6, 000 meters of saltwater for at least 30 days. How is data from black boxes picked up? It needs special skills to physically bring the black boxes back. Investigators may need to clean and dry the black boxes and download data from them. It takes time to download and get the information from data. If the storing units go wrong, it will take longer time, either days or months. So, the black boxes are very important to explain to everyone what happened during the flight. 1．What does the underlined word “recovery” in Paragraph 4 mean? A．恢复 B．找回 C．保存 D．覆盖 2．Which of the following sentence is True according to the passage? A．Black boxes help us know how flight accidents happen. B．It takes little time to download data from the black boxes. C．Black boxes are painted black with stripes of reflective tape. D．One black box is in the head of a plane and the other is in the tail. 3．Why are black boxes placed in the tail of a plane? A．Because it’s easier to paint them bright orange there. B．Because they can record more flight data in the tail. C．Because the tail is the safest part during a crash. D．Because the tail can protect them from water and fire. 4．In Paragraph 5, the writer uses numbers to show ________. A．the black boxes are strong enough B．the black boxes can help the plane land safely C．the black boxes can tell people the cause of the accident D．the black boxes can hold a lot of information about the plane 5．This passage mainly tells us ________. A．how long black boxes work B．how black boxes pick up data C．what messages black boxes carry D．what we know about black boxes 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了黑匣子的用途、外观、位置、构造以及数据获取等方面，让我们对黑匣子有了一定的了解。 1．词句猜测题。根据“They are painted bright orange to help with their recovery after accidents.”可知，涂成亮橙色是为了事故后便于找回它们，“recovery”意思是“找回”。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Black boxes are flight recorders placed in an aircraft for the purpose of making it easier to know how the accidents happened in flight.”可知，黑匣子帮助我们了解飞行事故是如何发生的。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“The black boxes are usually placed in the tail of a plane where they are more likely to survive (幸存) a crash (坠毁).”可知，黑匣子放在飞机尾部是因为在坠毁时尾部是最安全的部分。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“The black box must be able to hold 3,400 times the force of gravity…and the boxes should be able to give out a signal once per second while put under 6, 000 meters of saltwater for at least 30 days.”可知，列举数字（如承受3400倍重力、1100℃高温、6000米深海压力等），均是为了证明黑匣子极其坚固故选A。 5．主旨大意题。文章主要介绍了黑匣子的用途、外观、位置、构造以及数据获取等方面，让我们对黑匣子有了一定的了解。故选D。 Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）Whether you’re telling someone how to get to your house or guiding a stranger to a local museum, you should know how to give good directions. Giving directions, though, is harder than just telling someone how to get to a certain location. Let’s learn how to guide others better. First, instead of directing a person from beginning to end, think of it as directing him from landmark (地标) to landmark. And mention important and hard-to-miss landmarks. These will give the person an idea of the progress he’s making and also let the person know if he’s still on the path you advised him to take. If you can’t describe the route (路线) clearly in words, draw a map. A map allows the person to imagine where he’s going. You can also include details, such as the location of landmarks, on your map. Also, the map can give the person something to hold on to so he won’t forget your directions. Although it might be convenient to give someone directions to your favourite shortcut (近路), it could do more harm than good. Instead, give the simplest directions. This will reduce the risk of the person getting lost. When considering the simplest route, choose routes with fewer turns, even if the person takes a bit longer, or pick routes where the person can stay on one road for a long time. Avoid suggesting routes you haven’t personally taken. Finally, don’t rush when giving directions. Take time to explain important details, such as possible dangers. If you don’t speak slowly or clearly, the person may miss an important piece of information. At the same time, avoid using words, phrases, or names that only locals know. Any example you use should be recognisable (可辨认的) to someone from outside your community. 1．John must mention ________ when using landmarks to guide others. A．the colour of each landmark B．the time of arrival at the place C．the main landmarks along the way D．the distance between the landmarks 2．What kind of route should you suggest according to Paragraph 4? A．The simplest one. B．The shortest one. C．The one you like best. D．The one with more turns. 3．Why shouldn’t you rush while providing directions? A．It’s not polite to do that. B．It’s dangerous to do that. C．You must explain every detail. D．That can lead to unclear directions. 4．Which of the following should not be used when you guide a stranger? A．Drive north on Renmin Road. B．Turn right after Joe’s old house. C．Turn left at the first traffic light. D．Go straight until you see a McDonald’s. 5．In which part of a magazine can we probably read the passage? A．Travel. B．Health. C．Culture. D．Education. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．D 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文主要介绍了如何更好地给他人指引方向，包括使用地标、画地图、选择简单路线、避免使用本地化术语等实用建议。 1．细节理解题。根据“And mention important and hard-to-miss landmarks ... still on the path you advised him to take.”可知，使用地标指引时应提及沿途的主要地标，以帮助对方确认进度和路线正确性。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“Instead, give the simplest directions. This will reduce the risk of the person getting lost.”可知，应建议最简单的路线，以减少迷路风险。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“don’t rush when giving directions ... If you don’t speak slowly or clearly, the person may miss an important piece of information.”可知，匆忙指路会导致指引不清晰，从而影响对方理解。故选D。 4．推理判断题。根据“avoid using words, phrases, or names that only locals know”可知，避免使用只有本地人知道的词语、短语或名称。故选B。 5．推理判断题。文章主题为指路技巧，涉及旅行中的实用技能，因此可能出现在杂志的“旅行”板块。故选A。 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·天津·期中）What makes a camp great? Did you take part in a camp this summer? There are so many summer camps and not all of them are the same. To choose which camp is best for you, first you must do a bit of research. Maybe you’ve never thought about it before, but every great summer camp has the same main goals—opportunity, challenge and growth. Opportunity means you are given a chance to do something special. It also makes you special because other kids don’t have the same opportunity. For example, if you are interested in writing, then you can choose to join a journalism camp. You may have the opportunity of meeting famous news reporters there. Challenge means you are given a task. You must finish the task, succeed in overcoming the challenge and then achieve your goal. Then you will have a sense of accomplishment. For example, you could take a lifeguard course at some summer camps. If you pass the exam, then you will receive a certificate (证书) to become a real lifeguard. This also leads to the third and most important goal of every great summer camp: personal growth. It doesn’t mean growing taller and stronger or more beautiful. It means seeing yourself improve: learning something new and doing something you didn’t know or believe you could do before. It also means becoming more confident in yourself. So in the future when choosing your next summer camp, remember to ask yourself: Is it a special opportunity? Is it a challenge? Will I grow? But what about friendship, fun and joy? These will all happen naturally when you have the right goals at summer camps. Enjoy yourself, make friends and learn cool new skills at a camp. There are all kinds of summer camps in the US. Some camps pay more attention to playing games and having fun. Other camps focus on developing a certain skill or ability. In general, if you can think of a camp, then it’s probably out there for you. You just have to find it. 1．Which of the following is the writer’s opinion? A．All the summer camps are the same. B．All great summer camps have the same main goals. C．Summer camps help you understand your research. D．There are too many summer camps nowadays. 2．If you want to be a news reporter, you can join ________. A．a journalism camp B．a lifeguard camp C．a fishing camp D．a speech camp 3．The sentence “you will have a sense of accomplishment” means “________”. A．you will overcome the challenge without much effort B．you will feel like doing more new and difficult tasks C．you will feel worried or anxious not completing the task D．you will feel pleased after finishing the task successfully 4．What is the most important thing for a child to learn from camps? A．He will grow taller and stronger. B．He knows how to take opportunities. C．He gets to learn new life-saving skills. D．He can improve and become more confident. 5．What will the writer probably write about in the following part? A．He will write about how to enjoy ourselves and make friends. B．He will tell us what cool skills can be learnt at summer camps. C．He will give several examples of summer camps in the US. D．He will introduce different types of games at summer camps. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．D 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文围绕“什么样的夏令营很棒”展开。 1．细节理解题。根据“Maybe you’ve never thought about it before, but every great summer camp has the same main goals”可知，作者认为所有很棒的夏令营都有相同的主要目标。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“For example, if you are interested in writing, then you can choose to join a journalism camp. You may have the opportunity of meeting famous news reporters there.”可知，如果想成为新闻记者，可以参加新闻夏令营。故选A。 3．词句猜测题。根据“Challenge means you are given a task. You must finish the task, succeed in overcoming the challenge and then achieve your goal. Then you will have a sense of accomplishment.”可知，挑战意味着要完成任务，成功克服挑战并实现目标，之后会有成就感，即成功完成任务后会感到高兴。故选D。 4．细节理解题。根据“This also leads to the third and most important goal of every great summer camp: personal growth. It means seeing yourself improve: learning something new and doing something you didn’t know or believe you could do before. It also means becoming more confident in yourself.”可知，孩子从夏令营中学到的最重要的是个人成长，即看到自己进步，学习新事物，做以前不知道或不相信自己能做的事，变得更加自信。故选D。 5．推理判断题。根据“There are all kinds of summer camps in the US. Some camps pay more attention to playing games and having fun. Other camps focus on developing a certain skill or ability. In general, if you can think of a camp, then it’s probably out there for you. You just have to find it.”可知，接下来作者很可能会举例说明美国的夏令营。故选C。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·天津滨海新区·期中）One hundred years ago, on October 10, 1925, the Forbidden City in Beijing threw open its golden gates to the public. No longer was it the secret world of emperors (皇帝). Instead, it became the Palace Museum. Everyone could walk through the halls where history was made. And today, it is the world’s most visited museum, selling almost 20 million tickets every year. Have you ever stepped inside the Palace Museum? Once you do, you will find yourself at the heart of one of the richest cultural collections on Earth. More than 18 million artifacts (工艺制品) are displayed or stored there. Each item is like a quiet storyteller. They show visitors how people in China once lived, what they created and what they believed in. As you gaze (凝视) at them, you won’t just admire them. You’ll begin to understand them: These are not just priceless artifacts—they are “threads (丝线)” tying you back to a culture that has thrived (蓬勃发展) for over 5,000 years. Beyond its treasures, the Palace Museum itself is a wonder. The former Forbidden City is the world’s largest standing wooden palace complex. Its red walls, golden roofs, grand gates and large courtyards show the beauty of balance and harmony—two concepts central to Chinese philosophy (哲学). Only by walking through its grounds can you truly appreciate the thought and power behind its design. As it celebrates its 100th year, the Palace Museum keeps reminding us why history must be kept alive. Each part of it and each of its artifacts carries a message across time. They invite us to listen, learn and connect with a culture that has shaped human history. The museum has amazed countless visitors, and it’s still calling us to step through its gates and discover more about China’s past. 1．What do we know about the day when the Forbidden City opened to the public? A．It was a day that changed the Forbidden City from an imperial palace to a public museum. B．It was a day when the first emperor moved into the Forbidden City. C．It was a day that the Palace Museum started collecting artifacts. D．It was a day when the Forbidden City’s walls were first built. 2．How many artifacts are displayed or stored in the Palace Museum? A．Almost 20 million. B．More than 100,000. C．About 5,000. D．Over 18 million. 3．What can we know from the underlined sentence? A．The artifacts are too expensive to be touched by visitors. B．The artifacts are made of threads from ancient China. C．The artifacts help people connect with China’s long history and culture. D．The artifacts were used to tie things in ancient imperial life. 4．What can we infer from paragraph 3? A．People can appreciate the design’s thought without visiting the Palace Museum. B．Walking through the grounds is the only way to understand the design’s ideas and power. C．The design of the Palace Museum is too complex to understand even by visiting. D．The thought and power behind the design are not important for visitors. 5．Which of the following is the best title for the passage? A．The Forbidden City: A Secret World of Emperors B．The Palace Museum’s 100th Year: Connecting with China’s Past C．How to Visit the Palace Museum easily D．Priceless Artifacts in the Palace Museum 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文介绍了故宫博物院从紫禁城向公众开放100周年的历史意义、丰富的文化藏品以及其作为中国古代建筑与哲学思想载体的价值。 1．细节理解题。根据“the Forbidden City in Beijing threw open its golden gates to the public. No longer was it the secret world of emperors. Instead, it became the Palace Museum.”可知，紫禁城从皇宫转变为公共博物馆。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“More than 18 million artifacts are displayed or stored there.”可知，故宫博物院展示或收藏了超过1800万件文物。故选D。 3．词句猜测题。划线句子“they are ‘threads (丝线)’ tying you back to a culture that has thrived (蓬勃发展) for over 5,000 years.”意为这些文物是连接你与中华五千年文化的纽带，因此它们帮助人们了解中国的悠久历史和文化。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“Only by walking through its grounds can you truly appreciate the thought and power behind its design.”可知，只有亲身走过故宫，才能真正理解其设计背后的思想和力量。故选B。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕故宫博物院开放100周年展开，强调其连接中国历史与文化的作用，因此“故宫博物院100周年：连接中国的过去”最适合作为标题。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·天津滨海新区·期中）Da Jiang Innovation, known as DJI, is a global leading company in drone (无人驾驶飞机) technology. The founder of DJI is Wang Tao. During his college years at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Wang began the early work on DJI’s projects. In 2006, he moved to Shenzhen and put together a small team. That same year, he set up DJI. At first, DJI focused on developing flight control systems. Then they created the multi-rotor autopilot system (多旋翼自驾系统), which made drones more stable (稳定的) during flight. This was a big step forward in drone technology and led to DJI’s first consumer drone (消费级无人机) in 2013, the Phantom 1, which was more user-friendly than other drones at the time. The Phantom 1 was a game-changer. It made aerial photography (航拍) easy for everyone, not just experts. With remote control and advanced GPS systems, users could take amazing sky-high videos and photos. Besides, DJI has also developed drones for different needs. For example, the Inspire series is widely used in filmmaking, while the Matrice series helps with important tasks like fighting fires or finding lost people. You might also notice that more and more people are using the Pocket series to record their daily lives. As a pioneer in the field of drones, DJI has been improving drone technology. It is the first company to offer 4K video recording in consumer drones. Their 3-axis gimbal (三轴云台) systems help keep footage (镜头) smooth and free from shaking. DJI drones are also built with safety in mind. They use advanced GPS systems to locate and then avoid obstacles (障碍物) so as to reduce the risk of accidents. Today, DJI drones are known as a symbol of Chinese innovation, showing the country’s growing influence in high-tech industries. 1．What was the direct function of the multi-rotor autopilot system? A．It made drones available to everyone. B．It forecasted (预测) DJI’s first consumer drone. C．It improved flight stability. D．It made 4K video recording possible. 2．Why was the Phantom 1 considered a “game-changer”? A．Because it was cheaper than all other drones. B．Because it had the most advanced GPS system. C．Because it had the longest flight time among DJI drones. D．Because it was suitable for beginners. 3．Which series would most likely be used by firemen? A．The Pocket series. B．The Inspire series. C．The Matrice series. D．The Phantom series. 4．Which of the following is not a feature of DJI drones? A．High-quality camera systems. B．Long-distance remote control. C．Advanced GPS systems for safety. D．The ability to change into different shapes. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．To introduce the founder of DJI. B．To introduce a leading drone company. C．To describe the different shapes of drones. D．To introduce the technology behind DJI drones. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文介绍了全球领先的无人机制造商大疆创新（DJI）的发展历程、产品特点及其在不同领域的应用。 1．细节理解题。根据“which made drones more stable during flight”可知，多旋翼自驾系统提高了无人机的飞行稳定性。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“It made aerial photography easy for everyone, not just experts.”可知，Phantom 1让航拍对所有人都变得简单，因此它适合初学者，是一个“游戏规则改变者”。故选D。 3．细节理解题。根据“the Matrice series helps with important tasks like fighting fires or finding lost people.”可知，Matrice系列可用于灭火等任务，因此消防员最可能使用该系列。故选C。 4．细节理解题。文中提到了DJI无人机的高质量摄像系统、远程控制和先进GPS安全系统，但未提及无人机能够变形。故选D。 5．主旨大意题。全文介绍了大疆公司的发展、产品创新及其应用，主要围绕这家领先的无人机公司展开。故选B。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·天津和平·期中）“Roses are red. Violets are blue.” As an English poem tells us, most things we see in the world have a certain color. However, if a red rose shrinks (缩小) to the world of nanometers (纳米), chances are you might see it in orange, yellow, or blue, depending on its size. This incredible phenomenon is due to the quantum effect (量子效应). An element’s properties (性质) are largely determined by how many electrons it has, noted the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences. However, when matter shrinks to nanometers, its properties are determined by its size. Based on this effect, Alexei Ekimov from Russia and Louis Brus and Moungi Bawendi from the US received the Nobel Prize in chemistry this year for the discovery and development of quantum dots (量子点), semiconducting nanoparticles (半导体纳米粒子) that are usually 2 to 10 nanometers in size. “Quantum dots have many fascinating and unusual properties. Importantly, they have different colors depending on their size,” said Johan Aqvist, Chair of the Nobel Committee for Chemistry. Quantum dots absorb light and then release it at another wavelength (波长). The smaller the dot is, the shorter the wavelength is, resulting in a bluer light. Likewise, the larger it is, the redder the light will be. The research by the three scientists opened up a whole new world for chemistry. The light from quantum dots is pure and bright, providing more convenience and enjoyment in many aspects of our lives. In hospitals, quantum dots are applied to bioimaging (生物成像) and traceable (可追踪的) drug delivery. They can guide doctors when they remove tumors (肿瘤). The dots are much brighter than traditional organic dyes (染料). In our homes, we enjoy pure and dynamic light from TV and computer displays using QLED technology (Q stands for quantum dots). In labs, chemists make use of light from quantum dots to catalyze (催化) chemical reactions. Looking ahead, scientists believe that quantum dots could help in the making of tiny sensors and thinner solar cells, as well as in encrypted (加密的) quantum communication. Quantum dots have been benefiting humankind in many ways. However, our exploration of them is still at an early stage. 1．What determines the color of quantum dots? A．The material they are made of. B．The amount of light they absorb. C．Their sizes. D．The wavelength they emit. 2．Quantum dots absorb light and release it at a different wavelength. Which accurately explains the relationship between quantum dot size and color? A．Smaller dots appear bluer. B．Smaller dots appear redder. C．Larger dots appear bluer. D．Larger dots appear lighter. 3．In what aspects are quantum dots being used in hospitals? a. Biological imaging    b. Write a prescription (开处方) c. Tumor removal    d. Dye usage    e. Drug delivery A．a, b, c B．b, c, e C．a, c, e D．a, d, e 4．According to the article, which of the following statements is correct? A．Three scientists received the Nobel Prize in chemistry for their discovery of quantum effects. B．The applications of quantum dots are achieving great success. C．Research on quantum dots is still in the early stage. D．The smaller the quantum dot, the longer the wavelength it releases. 5．What’s the main idea of this article? A．Introduction to three scientists who have won the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. B．The importance of quantum effect in determining an element’s properties. C．Explored the potential application fields of future quantum dots. D．The discovery and development of quantum dots and their applications in different fields. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．C 5．D 【导语】本文介绍了量子点（quantum dots）这一科学发现及其广泛应用和潜在前景。 1．细节理解题。根据“The smaller the dot is, the shorter the wavelength is, resulting in a bluer light. Likewise, the larger it is, the redder the light will be.”可知，量子点的颜色由其尺寸决定。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“The smaller the dot is, the shorter the wavelength is, resulting in a bluer light.” 可知，较小的量子点释放的光波长较短，因此呈现更蓝的颜色。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“In hospitals, quantum dots are applied to bioimaging and traceable drug delivery. They can guide doctors when they remove tumors.”可知，量子点在医院的应用包括生物成像（a）、肿瘤切除（c）和药物输送（e）。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“However, our exploration of them is still at an early stage.”可知，我们对量子点的探索处于早期阶段。故选C。 5．主旨大意题。文章主要介绍了量子点的发现、特性（如颜色与尺寸的关系）及其在医疗、显示技术等领域的应用，因此选项D最全面。故选D。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $