专题04 阅读理解（说明文）（期中真题汇编，成都专用）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·四川成都·期中）Everyone laughs, even babies. Laughter is natural, but what do we know about it? Laughing can help our bodies. When we laugh, our heart rate (心率) goes up, sending oxygen (氧气) to our body. Endorphins (内啡肽) are given off in our brains. This lowers stress and makes us feel good. Scientists believe laughter helps people have a close relationship. We’re 30 times more likely to laugh with others than to be alone. Seeing people laughing can make us laugh, even if nothing very “funny” was said. Do you want to laugh more? Spend time with your family and friends! Do you know nervous laughter? Have you ever found yourself laughing when you’re “not expected to” do so? Laughing is one way to let go of nervousness. When we’re nervous, our body may answer with laughter. We decide not to laugh, but it just happens. So just let nature take its course. Do animals have a sense of humor? Your dog won’t be angry at your jokes. But scientists have found that at least two animals, apes (猩猩) and mice, make “play” sounds when they’re tickled (挠痒). Apes make breathing sounds and mice shout in a low voice. Maybe we are wondering why something is funny. What we find funny depends a lot on our age, personality, and the place where we live. But here are some of the more general reasons why people laugh... 1．What influence do endorphins have on us? A．Our heart rate goes up. B．They bring us good feelings. C．Our body produces more O2. 2．Which shows the relationship between the chance of laughing when staying with others (x) and staying alone (y)? A．y=30x B．x=30y C．y=30%x 3．What does the underlined sentence mean? A．Laugh when we feel like it. B．Choose when we should laugh wisely. C．Take courses to learn how to laugh properly. 4．What does the fifth paragraph want to show? A．Animals can laugh in a different way. B．Animals don’t have a sense of humor. C．Animals are more serious than humans. 5．What will be talked about next? A．Secrets to finding funny things. B．Ways to live a life full of laughter. C．Several examples of why people laugh. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）There are over 800 boarding schools in the UK with students from home and foreign countries. Boarding schools started hundreds of years ago in the country. The earliest boarding schools were set up for white, rich boys only. In the UK, boarding schools have three terms in a school year, with about 13 weeks in each term. Students study and live together. They can’t go outside if they are not allowed to. Each student has his or her subject plan. Most boarding schools have a “light out” time. So when it’s time to go to bed, all the lights in the bedrooms are turned off. The house-masters can take care of students all the time, especially after school hours. Nearly all students at boarding schools wear a school uniform. Boys usually wear a shirt and a tie, and girls wear a white blouse, sometimes also a tie and a skirt. As students get older, the rules become less strict. In the UK, boarding schools provide students with delicious food. They can choose to have a full English breakfast or simple bread. They can also choose either a meal with no meat or another meal with meat for lunch and dinner. Students can also make themselves something to eat at any time in the kitchen. 1．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Boarding schools have strict rules on eating for students. B．Students at boarding schools can choose their own clothes. C．Students at boarding schools came from rich families in earlier times. 2．What should students in the boarding school do according to Paragraph 2? A．Follow a subject plan. B．Look after themselves. C．Go outside after school. 3．Which of the following questions is answered? A．What is the life like at boarding schools? B．Why were early boarding schools set up? C．What subjects are provided at boarding schools? 4．Which of the following is the right structure of the passage? A． B． C． 5．Which of the following can be the best title of the passage? A．The Boarding School in the UK B．Strict Rules for Students at Boarding Schools C．Differences between Day and Boarding Schools Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） Math is the study of numbers and how they relate to each other and the world. We need math for many things–for science, for building everything from houses to bridges, and for powering the computers and smartphones we use in our everyday lives. Numbers are everywhere in nature. Let’s explore two examples. A honeycomb is made up of hexagons. The six-sided shapes can fit together perfectly, allowing bees to save space and materials. Another example is the sunflower. Its seeds grow in special patterns. If you count them, you will often find numbers like 21, 34 or 55, where each new number is the sum (总和) of the two before it. This allows the sunflower to grow the most seeds in its center. The first people to count almost certainly used their hands and ten fingers to help, like children today. As a result, our modern counting system is based on tens. Nine Chapters is a famous ancient Chinese mathematics book. It was written about 2,000 years ago. This book is like a practical guidebook. It collects 246 problems on topics like farming, trade, and engineering. This book was a key math textbook in Asia for centuries. 1．Why does the writer give examples of the things that need math in everyday life? A．To show how important math is. B．To show how interesting math is. C．To show how difficult math is in daily life. 2．Why do we count in groups of ten according to the passage? A．Because it is easier to write. B．Because ten is common in life. C．Because people have ten fingers. 3．Which of the following is the right picture of a hexagon? A． B． C． 4．What question is NOT answered in the passage? A．Who wrote “Nine Chapters”? B．Why do the sunflower seeds grow in a special pattern? C．How many problems does “Nine Chapters” collect? 5．Where do you probably find the passage? A．A website about nature. B．A magazine about science. C．A guidebook about culture. Passage 4 （24-25九年级上·四川成都·期中）Octopuses are famous for their round bodies, big eyes, and eight arms. There are many different types of octopuses, but all are similar in one way: They are so good at hiding themselves.Octopuses can change their appearance in less than a second to look like rocks, plants, or even other animals. How do they do this? An octopus can disguise itself in three ways. One is by using color. An octopus’s skin has something special called chromatophores (色素细胞). They are filled with yellow, brown, and red chemicals. When an octopus moves its body, the cells become large and produce colorful spots and other patterns on its skin. Chromatophores can also throw back light. In blue light, for example, an octopus’s skin will look blue. In white light, its skin will look white. With these cells, an octopus can produce many different skin colors and patterns. An octopus can also change its skin texture (质地).” When the octopus moves its body, its skin can change to look like a plant, or something else. Another way an octopus disguises itself is by changing its shape. Some, for example, roll their bodies into balls so they look like rocks. One type of octopus can change its form to look like other sea animals-especially dangerous ones, such as sea snakes. Why are octopuses so good at disguising themselves? They have to be. The ocean is not a safe place for them. Because they have no bones in their bodies, octopuses are like large pieces of meat. Many animals want to eat them and they can eat them whole.To live, octopuses have developed the amazing ability to change their appearance very quickly in order to hide. 1．Which picture shows an octopus? A． B． C． 2．Which of the following is NOT true? A．Chromatophores can throw back light. B．Chromatophores can change in size. C．Chromatophores produce an animal’s skin texture 3．In red light, an octopus probably appears ________. A．red B．blue C．white 4．The underlined word “disguise” probably means ________. A．to make something hot or warm B．to change appearance so that people can’t recognize (认出) something C．to be brave enough to do something 5．What would be the best title for this passage? A．The Mind of an Octopus B．How an Octopus Hides C．Octopus Numbers on the Rise Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）You might notice that some foods are named after places—for example, Pu’er tea and Nanjing salted duck. These are the “birthplaces” of these foods. In fact, a product’s birthplace is very important. It’s about the quality. An agreement between China and European Union (EU) started to work in 2021. It listed the names of products and their birthplaces. They are called geographical indications (GIs, 地理标志). Which products can get GIs? Farm products, food, wine, handicrafts, and industrial products can get GIs. On the first GI list, there are food, farm products, wine and tea. On the next list, there would be some Chinese cultural products, such as Shu Embroidery (蜀绣) and Xuan paper. How many products are on the GI list? In 2023, two hundred products from China and EU countries were on the list. As planned, a new list would come out in 2025, and there would be 350 GIs by the end of that year. How will the agreement help us? It is good for both shoppers and companies. People can buy high-quality products based on the GIs. They don’t have to worry if they are fake. Companies can sell more products to other countries. Some products are only popular in China. Now they might become popular in Europe. This will also promote business between China and Europe. Look at some products on the GI listWuchuan mooncakes Wuchuan in Zhanjiang, Guangdong, is the birthplace of mooncakes. It has 39 national mooncake brands (品牌). Mooncakes there are large with thin wrappers (薄皮) and rich fillings. Each mooncake is as heavy as 3 kg. They have many kinds of tastes. Zhecheng hot peppersZhecheng county in Henan is famous for planting peppers. Each year, it sells more than 50,000 tons of hot peppers. Danish BlueIt is a kind of cheese from Denmark. It is made from cow’s milk. People make it in caves. You can see blue streaks (条纹) in it. It is creamy and tastes salty. 1．GIs help customers learn about the ________ of the products by connecting names with specific places. A．production techniques B．production place C．production process 2．Based on the passage, how many products will be added to the GI list between 2023 and 2025? A．150 B．200 C．350 3．Which of the following is most possible on the first GI list mentioned in the passage? A． B． C． 4．Which of the blanks can be filled in with the underlined word “fake”? A．This ________ notebook is popular among students because it is long-lasting and easy to write on. B．We should learn to tell real products from ________ ones to avoid being cheated. C．The new smartphone is too ________ for my family to afford right now. 5．From the passage, we can know that ________? A．Danish Blue is a cheese made from sheep’s milk and is popular in Denmark. B．Zhecheng county, famous for planting peppers, sells over 50,000 tons yearly. C．Pu’er tea, named after its birthplace, might be listed in the next GI list of cultural products along with Xuan paper. Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） Zhang Yang (12, 7th Grade) Nowadays, homework is more reasonable. No more copying math problems. Teachers give basic textbook exercises, done in 20 minutes. They help me remember new things, like old Chinese text (文言文) key words. Sometimes we have fun activities with parents. Less homework lets me play basketball an hour daily—study and health both stay in good shape. Li Yue (14, 8th Grade) More 8th-grade subjects, but not too much homework. Teachers split it into “must-do” (like English sentence writing) and “optional” (for small prizes like notebooks). Weak students practice basics; good ones learn more. Some English science reports take time but make me proud. Wang Lei (15, 9th Grade) More homework for the senior high school entrance exam, but no useless repeats. Every problem is for exam points, like math function questions (数学函数题). Homework is like a “mirror”: wrong chemistry formulas (公式) show where to improve. I hope remembering historical events from different time periods can be fun, like making simple rhymes (顺口溜). Chen Xi (13, Moving to 8th Grade) We learn geography in 8th grade, but homework isn’t stressful. Tasks link to class: drawing hometown maps, continuing stories. Total homework takes less than an hour. Group English plays need planning, but finishing together makes me happy. 1．What does Zhang Yang do with less homework? A．He spends 20 minutes copying math problems. B．He plays basketball for one hour every day. C．He mainly does the exercises about old Chinese text key words. 2．What does the underlined word “optional” mean in the text? A．Must be finished. B．Can be chosen to do. C．Cannot be missed. 3．Why does Wang Lei say homework is like a “mirror”? A．It shows him where he needs to improve, like wrong chemistry formulas. B．It helps him get high scores in the senior high school entrance exam. C．It lets him remember historical events by making rhymes. 4．Which is true about Chen Xi? A．Her homework takes more than an hour daily. B．Geography homework stresses her a little. C．She enjoys finishing group English plays. 5．What can we learn from the text? A．Most students now spend less than an hour on homework. B．Homework now is more reasonable and suits different students. C．Optional homework only gives small prizes like notebooks. Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Could you imagine being in a car driven by a computer, not a human? Recently, China has made a big step toward self-driving technology. Since August, driverless taxis can run on roads in Wuhan, Chongqing and Shenzhen. Why do we develop self-driving cars? Self-driving cars have many advantages (优点). They use computers with many cameras which can sense all the objects close to the car and give the computers another route (路线). Then the car can take people to the places where they want to go. For disabled or blind people, self-driving cars can also help them get around more easily. According to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than 1.35 million people are killed on roads around the world. It’s reported that self-driving cars could reduce road accidents by 90 percent. The main cause of car accidents is human error (错误). By using computers, self-driving cars don’t make poor decisions or lose attention like humans do. But self-driving cars aren’t perfect. If something unexpected on the road happens, self-driving cars can’t react (反应) as fast as a human driver can. Also, during weather events like heavy snow, self-driving cars wouldn’t see the lines on the road easily. It might lead to an accident. The car’s computer system would be broken by someone, causing it to crash or change its direction. It’s clear that there is a lot of work to do to make self-driving cars a common and safe sight on our roads. And China is taking the lead in making this happen. 1．In which cities can we see driverless taxis recently? A．Nanjing, Hangzhou and Suzhou. B．Wuhan, Chongqing and Shenzhen. C．Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. 2．What is the main cause of car accidents according to the passage? A．Bad weather. B．Car trouble. C．Human error. 3．What is Paragraph 4 mainly about? A．The weaknesses of self-driving cars. B．Why human drivers are important. C．How to deal with traffic accidents. 4．What can we know from the passage? A．Self-driving cars have caused many problems. B．Self-driving cars are already commonly seen in the world. C．China is trying to make self-driving cars safer and more common. 5．In which part of a magazine can you read this passage? A．Culture. B．Travel. C．Science. Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）In Singapore, primary and high school students are required to take outdoor-skill courses as an important part of their education. These courses, which last three to five days, involve different activities. Students can experience rope (绳索) and rock climbing, camp in tents at night, go on long walks in forests, and learn how to make a fire. Although there are risks in these courses, they offer important training in life skills. But the question remains: Are these courses really necessary? Cindy, a Singaporean student who has taken part in outdoor survival (生存的) courses, shares her thoughts. She says that these courses teach practical survival skills. For example, she has learned how to find drinking water and food using a map and compass, “to find the way, and keep herself safe.” “What’s more important,” she adds, “is that through these activities, I’ve built my character and made me stronger, braver, and built up the courage. Now, the needle, just like a compass, more meaningful. The courses have made me understand the real meaning of teamwork.” An education expert also points out that outdoor courses help students develop critical thinking (批判性思维) and communication skills. While textbooks provide knowledge, some lessons—like leadership and problem-solving—are best learned through action. Now, students take the courses in groups from their own schools. However, next year, they will be grouped with students from different schools. What makes this change happen? Good communication skills are highly needed in today’s world. Working closely with students from different backgrounds is an excellent way to improve these skills. 1．Why do schools in Singapore give outdoor courses? A．To provide training in life skills. B．To offer different activities. C．To introduce knowledge of forests. 2．What has Cindy learned from the outdoor survival courses? ①Ways of finding directions. ② The importance of teamwork. ③ Ways of improving her grades. A．①② B．①③ C．③④ 3．What can we infer according to the expert? A．Textbooks can provide more information for students. B．Outdoor activities are suitable for Singaporean students. C．Students can learn something different through different ways. 4．Which question does paragraph 4 mainly answer? A．When can students work closely with each other? B．Why do changes need to come with different people? C．What changes can the different courses bring to students? 5．Which can be the best title for the passage? A．Outdoor courses in different countries. B．Helpful outdoor courses in Singapore. C．The future changes in outdoor courses. Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Do you often say things like “I don’t understand this math problem”? Maybe you can introduce yourself to the magic of “yet”. By adding this simple word, you can change everything. “I don’t understand this math problem yet.” Suddenly, the impossible becomes possible. One school found that there were some problems of the old pass or fail system (系统), especially for those students who didn’t pass. They usually felt upset. So now students who don’t pass the exams will see “Not yet” instead of a big red “F” on their papers. In this way, the students feel like they are on a journey. They just haven’t reached the end yet, but they know they are on the right way. This kind of thinking is part of “a growth mindset (成长心态)”. People with a growth mindset aren’t too nervous if they don’t get things right at first. They enjoy challenges and believe in themselves. Instead, people who just focus on (专注于) failure have “a fixed mindset (固定心态)”. These people are always worried about results. Obviously, it is much better to have a growth mindset. But don’t worry if you have a fixed mindset. You can train yourself to develop a growth mindset. Don’t question yourself. Stop believing that you can’t. Once you start thinking like this, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it before. It’s a small but very powerful word. 1．Why does the writer begin the text with a question? A．To show some events. B．To make a survey. C．To introduce the theme. 2．What is the new reply to students who don’t pass exams? A．A big red “F”. B．A “Not yet”. C．A red “failed”. 3．According to the passage, people with a growth mindset _________. A．think they are always right B．aren’t upset if they get things incorrect at first C．always focus on the right things 4．Which word has the similar meaning to the underlined word “Obviously” in Paragraph 3? A．Clearly. B．Especially. C．Simply. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．The Power of “Yet” B．Two Different Mindsets C．On the Way to Success Passage 10 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） a Kites were invented in China thousands of years ago. There are many sizes and styles of kites with different painted designs like dragons, flowers, birds and butterflies. Some are small enough for children to hold with one hand, while others are larger than a person! People love flying kites in parks or open fields on windy days. In addition to kites, there are many other Chinese art pieces like paper-cutting and clay figures that show the creativity of Chinese people. b Journey to the West is a classic Chinese novel written by Wu Cheng’en. It’s an influential work in Chinese literature. This fantastic adventure is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The story follows Monkey King, Pigsy, Sandy, and their journey to the west with Tang Monk. Children and adults all enjoy this exciting tale about fighting monsters and learning important life lessons. c Dragon Boat Festival is a popular traditional Chinese festival celebrated to remember the ancient poet Qu Yuan. People usually prepare zongzi, a kind of sticky rice dumpling in bamboo leaves. These delicious dumplings can be sweet or salty with different fillings. During the festival, you can watch exciting dragon boat races on rivers. Teams of rowers paddle (划桨) together to the beat of drums while people on the banks cheer for them. d The second winter solar term (节气) is Xiao Xue. As the temperature continues to drop, you’re reminded to have more hot soup and warm food such as chicken and mutton to keep yourself warm. During this time, the weather becomes dry and windy. It’s important to wear thicker clothes and drink warm water. In northern China, you might see light snow beginning to fall, telling us that deep winter is coming soon. 1．What designs can be seen on Chinese kites according to Passage a? A．Trees, pigs and birds B．Dragons, flowers and cars C．Birds, butterflies and dragons 2．Who wrote the classic novel Journey to the West? A．Du Fu B．Li Bai C．Wu Cheng’en 3．Why do people celebrate Dragon Boat Festival? A．To welcome spring. B．To enjoy a long holiday. C．To remember the poet Qu Yuan. 4．What kind of food is good for keeping warm during Xiao Xue? A．Rice and noodles B．Chicken and mutton C．Ice cream and cold drinks 5．What’s the common topic of the four passages? A．Chinese culture and traditions B．Foreign festivals and stories C．Science and nature knowledge Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）This decade has seen incredible advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is now a big part of our daily lives, leaving many people excited, while others feel worried. From education to delivery, almost no industry has been left unchanged by AI. Students can practice English by talking with AI, and creating a video can now be as simple as typing a few sentences. However, AI is surely a double-edged sword. While it brings great convenience and helps us work faster, it also has downsides. It could widen the gap between the rich and the poor, making powerful organizations stronger. Many repetitive jobs are now done by robots, which makes it harder for low-skilled workers who depend on those jobs to make a living. Even a powerful tech leader like Elon Musk wanted to pause more powerful AI, but he couldn’t stop its progress. So, will AI turn out to be humanity’s greatest invention, or will it become a future nightmare? Perhaps our grandchildren will be the ones who find out the answer. Beyond this, AI is also creating new tools in healthcare, transportation, and entertainment. It helps doctors analyze medical images and powers self-driving cars. Yet, it also raises serious questions about data privacy and the future of work. The future depends on the decisions we make today. 1．How can students use AI? A．To make videos quickly. B．To deliver packages. C．To change any industry. 2．Which of the following picture can best describe “a repetitive job”? A． B． C． 3．What did Elon Musk want to do about powerful AI? A．Stop its development for a while. B．Make it even more powerful. C．Let grandchildren answer questions about it. 4．What can we infer from the passage about the future of AI? A．Its development is certain to create more problems than it solves. B．Its advantages are widely recognized though it has risks. C．Its progress can be easily controlled by human decisions. 5．Why did the author write this passage? A．To introduce the latest AI products from a company. B．To encourage people to think carefully about AI’s future. C．To tell a story about Elon Musk and AI. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Dear children, Table manners are about being kind and considerate to others. Having proper table manners is one way people judge others, and we don’t want people to think that we are rude, do we? Whether in a restaurant or at home, here are some basic table manners for kids: ①Eat with a fork unless the food is meant to be eaten with fingers. Only babies eat with their fingers all the time. ②Sit up straight and do not hunch over your plate. You can rest your wrists or forearms on the table, or place your hands on your lap. ③Chew with your mouth closed. No one wants to see food being chewed. Also, do not talk with your mouth full. ④Do not make rude comments about any food being served. It may hurt someone’s feelings. Always say thank you when you are served something. ⑤Eat slowly. It takes a long time to prepare food, so enjoy it slowly. Wait a few seconds after swallowing before taking another bite. ⑥Do not reach over someone’s plate for something. Instead, politely ask for the dish to be passed to you. ⑦When eating at someone’s home or as a guest in a restaurant, always thank the host and tell them how much you enjoyed the meal. For example, you can say the dessert was great. 1．What does the underlined phrase “hunch over” most likely mean? A．Sit up straight. B．Stand up quickly. C．Bend your back forward. 2．If someone talks with a full mouth at the table, how might the author feel? A．Pleased. B．Displeased. C．Indifferent. 3．Why shouldn’t we make rude comments about food? A．Because it is a waste of food. B．Because it will make the food taste bad. C．Because it might hurt the feelings of the person who carefully prepared it. 4．Why should we eat slowly at the table? A．To keep healthy. B．To eat more food. C．To show how much we enjoy the food. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．We can use our fingers to eat all the time. B．People sometimes can judge others by table manners. C．Guests should express thanks to the host after the meal. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） 2.4 Billion Years ago: The First Breath of Oxygen (O₂) Before then, the earth air had almost no oxygen. Then a very small living thing in the sea started making it. This changed the air around the earth completely. Many living things died, but the new life began to appear. This made it possible for animals and plants to appear on the earth. 66 Million Years ago: Dinosaurs’ End A huge rock from space hit the earth, causing fires and earthquakes and sending dust into the sky. This made the earth a dark and cold planet. Soon plants died and dinosaurs that ate plants died of hunger. Then the meat-eating ones died too. But some small mammals (哺乳动物) were alive. With less competition, their numbers began to grow. 1.6 Million Years ago: Ice Age Around that time, large ice pieces covered much of North America, Europe and Asia. Sea level dropped as water became ice. Many animals moved south, but some died out. At the same time, our human-like ancestors (祖先) had learned to make tools to help them live through the long, cold times. 18th Century: Hands Getting Free For thousands of years, we humans had eaten plants and animals, and used the tools, but we had not changed the earth greatly. But from the first Industrial Revolution (工业革命)… 2．How was the earth’s situation 2.4 billion years ago? A．There was a lot of oxygen. B．Some plants didn’t need oxygen. C．There was already water at that time. 3．What caused dinosaurs to die out? a. Not enough food    b. danger from mammals     c. freezing weather A．ab B．ac C．bc 4．Why did animals move south around 2.6 million years ago? A．Because there wasn’t enough water in the north. B．Because our ancestors in the north were killing them with tools. C．Because the south provided them with a better living environment. 5．In which order does the writer organize the book? A．The time the events happened. B．The importance of the events to the earth. C．Living things’ influence on the earth. 6．What may the book mainly talk about? A．Important moments on the earth. B．Humans’ role in the earth history. C．Living things’ influence on the earth. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）A company in Chengdu has developed an indoor smart planting system (系统). It helps people living in apartments grow fresh vegetables and fruits at home easily. The smart planting system uses high technology to look after plants. The device (装置) is small. It takes up just 0.25m2 of floor space but can grow up to 30 kinds of plants at the same time. It uses special lights that work like sunlight, so the plants grow well even indoors. It controls water, light, and nutrients (养分) for plants all by itself. This makes growing food easy, even if you don’t have much experience. Compared with traditional farming, this system helps plants grow faster, stops them from getting sick, and doesn’t use harmful chemicals (有害化学物质). Liu Shahe, an early user, shared her experience online. She says the system has made her gardening dream come true, even though she travels a lot. She loves the system because it works well and is easy to use. She has successfully grown many plants with it. She even makes hot pot with her home-grown vegetables. A recent report shows that the market for smart indoor gardens is growing rapidly. More and more people in cities want to feel closer to nature and eat healthy food. Smart gardens make this possible by providing a healthy and easy way to grow food. So, smart indoor garden systems will become even more popular in the future. They offer a new way to bring nature into our homes and enjoy fresh, healthy food all year round. 1．What do we know about the indoor planting system? A．It only works well in apartments. B．It is only for experienced gardeners. C．It uses special lights instead of sunlight. 2．What are the good points of this system compared to traditional planting? ①Lower price.    ②Healthier plants.    ③Faster plant growth.    ④No harmful chemicals. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ 3．Why is the market for smart indoor gardens growing? A．Because people want cheaper food. B．Because people want to save space in their homes. C．Because people want healthy food and to be close to nature. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards smart indoor gardens? A．Hopeful. B．Doubtful. C．Unclear. 5．Which can be the best title for the text? A．High-tech development in Sichuan B．Some ways to grow vegetables well C．New technology for indoor planting Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）In 2025, a historical TV show, The Lychee Road, became popular. This TV show was adapted (被改编) from Ma Boyong’s novel of the same name. According to some reports, some directors have already adapted the novel into drama works and movies. And the novel may also be adapted into related musical works in the future. This TV show tells a story during the Tang Dynasty. At that time, to please a beauty, Yang Yuhuan, Emperor Xuanzong ordered people to take fresh lychees from Lingnan (today’s Guangdong) to Chang’an. Today, this may sound easy. In the ancient times, however, it was a near-impossible work: lychees went bad within 3 days, while the journey covered over 5,000 li (about 2,500 kilometres) across mountains and rivers. Li Shande, an unlucky person in Chang’an, was chosen to be responsible (负责任的) for the work. Although he knew how difficult the work was, he didn’t want to give up. He studied maps, tested routes, and did a lot more. To keep the fruit fresh, he made some bottles with some ice, and then he put the lychees in them. He also created a tool to record progress, marking each station with red color. Within 11 days, Li magically succeeded. When the lychees finally arrived, their sweet smell brought joy to the palace. Li’s journey shows people an important lesson: growth comes not only from success, but also from determination (决心) in the face of difficulties. 1．What adaptations of the novel The Lychee Road have already appeared according to the passage? ①drama works    ②movies    ③musical works A．①② B．②③ C．①③ 2．Which of the following was NOT a difficulty in transporting lychees? A．Lychees went bad easily. B．The journey was too long. C．Li Shande didn’t have enough time to make bottles to keep lychees fresh. 3．Which correctly shows the relationship between the distance (距离) and the time in the lychee transportation? A．2,500 km→11 days. B．5,000 li→14 days. C．2,500 km→3 days. 4．How was Li Shande according to the passage? A．Lazy but determined. B．Creative and hard-working. C．Hard-working and humorous. 5．What does the writer want to show through Li Shande’s story? A．Interest is the best teacher in a person’s life. B．Success makes a big difference in personal growth. C．Being determined and never giving up can lead to success. Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Look around you. How many things are made of plastic (塑料)? From water bottles and toys to TVs and mobile phones, plastic is everywhere in our daily lives. It first became popular last century. The reason is that it is lightweight, strong, and does not cost much to produce. Also, it can be shaped into almost any form we need. However, plastic’s greatest strength has become its biggest weakness: it lasts for a very long time. Most plastic does not break down naturally. It stays in the environment for hundreds of years. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans and landfills (垃圾填埋场). This waste hurts wildlife and pollutes the environment. A lot of this waste comes from single-use items, like bags, straws (吸管) and food packages, which we throw away after using them just once. So, what can we do about this problem? The key is not to stop using plastic completely. It is still too useful in many important areas, like in medicine and technology. Instead, we must focus on the three Rs! Reduce (减少), Reuse, and Recycle. This means we should reduce our use of unnecessary plastic. We should try to reuse plastic items as many times as possible. We should always put plastic waste in the right recycling bins (垃圾桶). New technologies are also helping us find better ways to deal with plastic, like making new kinds that can break down more easily in the future. 1．How is the passage organized? A．By setting examples and comparing facts. B．By telling a story and teaching a lesson. C．By raising a problem and providing solutions. 2．Which can be called a single-use item? A． B． C． 3．Why does plastic waste pollute the environment? A．Because it hurts wildlife. B．Because it doesn’t break down naturally. C．Because it’s thrown away after being used just once. 4．What does the writer advise us to do in order to solve the problem? A．We should make high-tech plastic medical products. B．We should only use plastic in necessary situations. C．We should reuse plastic with the help of the bins. 5．What can we infer (推测) about plastic according to the passage? A．People will not use plastics anymore. B．People will never make single-use plastics. C．People will develop plastics that break down naturally. Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）AI is shaking up the world now. It has been widely used in many different situations. AI plays a role in modern communication. Chatbots, a kind of AI-driven tool, have become a necessary part of modern communication. They can understand and reply to users at once. Whether it’s on websites or mobile apps, chatbots can process tons of information and offer support (支持) in real time, not only providing help but also caring about your feelings. Besides, AI users can control smart home tools through voice orders. AI is reshaping (重塑) the way we communicate in our daily lives. AI makes a big difference to traffic. For example, some ride-sharing platforms (拼车平台) depend heavily on AI. AI can deal with plenty of information and match passengers with drivers in a short time, providing better transportation services. And self-driving cars are a main example of AI’s use in transportation, too. With the help of AI, they can reduce accidents and help those unable to drive. AI provides a smart way to education. It changes the way teachers teach and students learn. AI in classrooms can make teaching and learning more interesting, which helps students pay more attention to their studies. AI can also offer students support outside classrooms. For example, it can help with homework, answer questions, and provide explanations through voice orders. By analyzing (分析) students’ strengths, weaknesses and learning needs, AI can make suitable study plans for them. This can help students achieve their learning goals more easily. All in all, AI is shaping and will continue to shape our everyday experiences. 1．What is a chatbot? A．A smart home tool that follows voice orders. B．An AI tool that can talk with people in real time. C．A mobile app that can offer support at once. 2．What is the main topic of the fourth paragraph? A．Ways to improve traffic by AI. B．Examples of AI apps for traffic. C．Changes to cars brought by AI. 3．Which is not the way AI helps with education according to the passage? A．Students watch an interesting video about Dragon Boat Festival made by AI. B．Paula asks AI to play music for her after the final exam. C．Alan uses AI to analyze his learning habits and create a monthly plan. 4．What common ability of AI do the three situations show in the passage? A．Its ability to analyze information. B．Its ability to offer support to people’s feelings. C．Its ability to follow voice orders. 5．What’s the form of the passage? A． B． C． Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Unitree is a well-known Chinese company that focuses on robotics. It has created many popular robots—they mix fun and practical use perfectly, so tech fans from all over the world love these smart machines very much. One of its star products is Gol, a four-legged robot that looks just like a cute small dog. Gol is super agile: it can run as fast as 4.7 meters per second. ________ It can also get over problems that are 30 centimeters tall, and walk smoothly on uneven (不平坦的) ground like grass, sand or small stones. Many users take it outside for walks every day, treating it as a “smart pet” that never gets tired. Besides being a lovely companion, Gol has a built-in camera to take photos of outdoor views or happy moments. It can even carry small things like a phone, a wallet or a key bag for users. Another important robot from Unitree is H1. Unlike Gol’s four legs, H1 has two legs that look like a human’s. It can stand firmly without falling, walk smoothly on flat floors like in offices or malls; and even climb small stairs slowly but safely. Hi is really helpful at work: it can move light parts in factories or check goods in warehouses, which helps reduce workers’ heavy workload. Unitree also has an excellent robot called B2. Unlike Gol (which is for common users), B2 is more professional. It can carry up to 50 kg, work for 4 hours after one charge, and work well in bad conditions like rain or dusty workshops. People often use it to move big parts in factories, check large logistics parks, or send supplies to places that are hard to get to. Today, Unitree’s robots are not just for personal use. They also play roles in education—some schools use them to teach students basic knowledge about robotics, making hard tech ideas easier to understand. As technology develops, Unitree keeps improving its robots, and we can look forward to more amazing models in the future. 1．The following robots are from Unitree EXCEPT ________. A．Gol B．H1 C．Xiaomi Robot 2．Which of the following sentences can be put into the “________” in paragraph 2? A．It can also play music to entertain users. B．It needs to be charged every two hours. C．This speed is faster than many people’s walking speed. 3．What does the underlined word “agile” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Slow and weak. B．Quick and changeable. C．Big and heavy. 4．What can we know from the passage? A．Gol can carry heavy boxes for users. B．H1 has four legs like a small dog. C．Unitree’s robots are used in education now. 5．What is the structure of the passage? A． B． C． Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）①“I feel very excited! This super project will make our travel easier and bring more people here,” said Lu, a villager in Guizhou. The “super project” is the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥) in Guizhou. It opened to the public on September 28, 2025, marking another achievement in China’s bridge building. ②Started in 2022, the bridge crosses a deep canyon with a span of 1,420 meters. Its height reaches 625 meters. It now holds two world records: the tallest bridge and longest span of any mountain bridge. Completing this “super project” took less than four years. But for other countries, it may take a much longer time. With the bridge, the travel time across the canyon is cut down from two hours to two minutes. ③However, the bridge is not just a road. It brings many other benefits (好处). Liang, a villager in his 70s, used to depend on bamboo boats to cross the river. “Now with the bridge, villages become closer.” For farmers like him, it’s easier to take what they grow to markets. At the same time, they can get what they need more easily. ④Furthermore, Guizhou plans to develop the bridge into a tourist attraction. Visitors can enjoy sightseeing, try exciting sports and use other services. It successfully welcomed its first tourists during the recent National Day holiday. This will create more jobs and local people can make more money. ⑤ ________ For example, there were usually strong winds and sudden weather changes. To deal with them, engineers came up with many smart ideas. They used BeiDou Satellite System, drones (无人机) and many other high technologies to build the bridge successfully. ⑥The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge is more than a new world record. It stands as a symbol of technology, a beautiful landmark and an engine for local development. 1．Which is the “span” of a bridge according to the article? A．① B．② C．③ 2．According to Paragraph 2, what helps the bridge hold world records? a. Its height    b. Its span    c. The short travel time A．ab B．ac C．bc 3．How did the villagers cross the river before this bridge was built? A．By swimming. B．By taking bamboo boats. C．By using a ropeway. 4．Which sentence can be put in the ________? A．So the engineers used a lot of high technologies to solve problems. B．The workers used new materials in the process of building the bridge. C．However, the engineers faced many difficulties when building the bridge. 5．Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A．①②/③④/⑤⑥ B．①/②/③④/⑤/⑥ C．①/②/③④⑤/⑥ Passage 10 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Recently, China’s most talked-about local football league (联赛), the Jiangsu Football City League or Su Super League, is making waves online for its excitement, humor, and hometown pride. Since the beginning of the league, phrases such as “competition comes first, friendship fourteenth” have become popular online, bringing out the competition among the 13 cities in Jiangsu. Unlike professional (专业的) leagues, the Su Super League is easy for people to join and enjoy. Each city sends its own team to compete. Most of the 516 players are common people. Among them are students, teachers and people from all areas of life. Ticket prices start from five yuan, so everyone can join in the fun. The league started on May 10th. It lasts for seven months. After just four rounds, the Su Super League has drawn over 190,000 fans in person, with online watchers rising into the hundreds of millions, Xinhua reported. The league’s popularity also lies in its lively cultural atmosphere (气氛). For example, teams are named after local special foods: Wuxi is known for honey peaches, and Nanjing for its tasty salted duck. Lianyungang even turned events into a seafood festival. “The success of the league shows that by paying attention to local culture and getting more people to join in, soccer in neighborhoods can truly succeed,” soccer commentator (评论员) Xu Yifan told the Global Times. 1．When did the Su Super League start? A．In October, 2025. B．In November, 2025. C．In May, 2025. 2．Which one is right about the Su Super League? A．People don’t need to pay anything to watch it in person. B．There are thirteen teams taking part in the competition. C．Players care more about building relationships than winning. 3．Why did the league use local special foods for team names according to the passage? A．To prepare for the seafood festival in Jiangsu. B．To get more fans from other cities in Jiangsu. C．To show each city’s cultural character and create a lively atmosphere. 4．What does Xu Yifan believe are the key reasons for the Su Super League’s success? ①exciting competition ②public participation (参与) ③humorous phrases ④lively local culture A．①② B．②③ C．②④ 5．What’s the best title for this passage? A．The Rise of the Jiangsu Football City League B．The Story of Chinese Football Culture C．Professional Football Leagues in Jiangsu Province Passage 11 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） October 16 is World Food Day. These days, making sure people have enough food (called “food security (安全)”) is a big problem all over the world. To stop wasting food, many governments and companies have come up with smart ways to help protect our planet. In Romania, a company made an app named “OH, A potato!” Lots of families throw away food from their fridges because it goes bad before they use it. With this app, users can take photos of their fridge food or scan it. Then the app will suggest dishes to cook using those ingredients (食材). This helps people use up their food and not waste it. In Norway, the government and companies changed the labels (标签) on food. Before, many people threw away food as soon as it passed the date on the label—even though some of that food was still safe to eat. Now, Norwegian companies use labels like “best before, often good after” instead of “use by.” This makes the labels clearer. In 2016, France became the first country to stop supermarkets from throwing away unsold food. Supermarkets must give this unsold food to charities (慈善机构) or food banks (places that give food to people in need). If they don’t do this, the supermarket managers might have to pay a lot of money as a punishment, or even be sent to prison. Also, the charities and food banks need to keep the food clean when storing it, and give it to people in a kind and polite way. 1．How does Romania’s “OH, A potato!” app help cut food waste? ①By selling fridge ingredients online. ②By suggesting recipes with fridge ingredients. ③By telling users to buy fresh food. A．①② B．② C．②③ 2．Why did Norway change its food labels? A．To help people buy more food. B．To make food packages look nicer. C．To let people know safe food isn’t always out of date. 3．What will happen if French supermarkets throw away unsold food? A．The supermarkets will be closed at once. B．The charities will refuse to work with them. C．The managers may face heavy fines or prison. 4．What is the main idea of the passage about food waste solutions? A．Laws are the best way to cut food waste. B．Different smart ways help solve food waste. C．People’s habits cause most food waste. 5．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A menu with fresh healthy food. B．A report on stopping food waste. C．A storybook about food waste. Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Zigong, in Sichuan Province, is home to Chinese lanterns. Zigong lanterns are known as the best lanterns in the world. The Zigong Lantern Festival dates back to the Tang Dynasty. The festival has rapidly developed with traditional culture and modern technologies. In 2008, the Zigong Lantern Festival was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产), becoming a shining name card for Chinese culture to go out into the world. “Making a huge lantern for exhibition (展览) requires 17 steps,” said Wan Songtao, an inheritor (传承人) of Zigong lantern-making. “Each step is finished by a team instead of a single maker,” Wan added. The sundial (日晷), a kind of lantern, made by Wan’s team; for example, took about 80 makers over 50 days to complete the whole process. Unlike the lanterns in other places, Zigong lanterns use modern technologies such as AI, mechanical engineering (机械工程), and holography(全息摄影术). They are perfect combinations (结合) of lights, sounds and movements. What’s more, the theme of the lantern can be chosen in different ways. “Anything that can be designed on a lantern can make a wonderful show, and everyone is encouraged to turn their ideas into real works,” said Zhang Fanglai, a leading researcher at the Colorful Lantern Museum of China. And the rich themes of Zigong lanterns show the spirit of creativity and warmth from the bottom of the local people’s hearts. The government encourages local people to learn lantern-making widely. Without doubt, at the heart of the Zigong Lantern Festival’s success is the local tradition of pulling together. Zigong lanterns are getting more and more popular. Driven by the collective efforts of the whole city, they have reached over 80 countries. It’s believed that Zigong lanterns will reach every corner of the world in the future. 1．Which is the reason why Du Fu could probably enjoy Zigong lanterns? A．He was a poet of the Tang Dynasty when the Zigong Lantern Festival began. B．He preferred traditional arts from Sichuan Province. C．He was known for writing about modern technologies in lanterns. 2．Which is correct about Paragraph 2? ①It’s hard for makers to complete a huge lantern for exhibition. ②Holography is a kind of traditional technology. ③The workers of Zigong lantern-making work together in a team. ④Zigong lanterns are different from the lanterns in other places. A．①②③ B．①③④ C．②③④ 3．What is Paragraph 3 mainly about? A．The modern technologies used in Zigong lanterns. B．The history of how Zigong lantern themes developed. C．The rich themes of Zigong lanterns and their cultural meaning. 4．What is the main purpose of the government encouraging local people to learn lantern-making widely? A．To increase the number of lantern makers for international exhibition orders. B．To improve the traditional lantern-making skills by more people’s practice. C．To spread Zigong lantern culture further to the world. 5．What is the best structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2...) A． B． C． Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） What is bamboo? Is it a tall, thin tree or a kind of grass? To many people’s surprise, it is a kind of fast-growing grass! Bamboo grows naturally in Africa, Asia, America and Australia. It has a hollow stem. This makes bamboo very light and easy to carry with much space inside. Bamboo has been used for thousands of years and in many countries. China, one of the oldest and largest producers of bamboo, has been making use of it for more than 5,000 years. In ancient times, Chinese people used it for many things, such as clothes, houses and boats. One of the world’s oldest pipes (水管) was also made from bamboo. Chinese people loved the grass so much that they wrote many poems about it. In India, bamboo was important for traditional arts and musical instruments. In Africa, people once used bamboo for buildings, food and even medicine. Today, new uses are still being discovered and developed. As people search for a material that is good for the environment, bamboo often tops the list. It gives off about 35% more O2 than a tree of similar size. It also takes in a lot of CO2. Also, bamboo grows very fast—some can grow over a meter a day! This makes it a good renewable resource (可再生资源). As a result, bamboo seems like a perfect choice for everything. It’s an excellent building material. It can be used to make soft and fast-drying clothes. It’s also strong enough to make beautiful chairs, beds and tables. It seems as if its uses are never-ending. As scientists study bamboo more, we can see that it will help us live in a better, greener world. 1．Why did the writer ask questions at the beginning of the passage? A．To catch the readers’ attention. B．To show new research findings. C．To compare different kinds of bamboo. 2．The underlined word “hollow” in Paragraph 1 can be put in ________? A．The old tree is ________ so that small animals like to live in it. B．After freezing all night, the water in the bowl turned into ________ ice. C．The building was built with ________ stones, so it’s strong enough to stay there for centuries. 3．What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．The history of growing bamboo in China. B．The cultural meaning of bamboo in China. C．The traditional uses of bamboo in different cultures. 4．What does the underlined word “This” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The common use of bamboo. B．The rapid growth of bamboo. C．The ability of bamboo to produce O2. 5．What does the writer think of the future of bamboo use? A．Risky. B．Bright. C．Worrying. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）As China makes new changes to its education, primary and secondary students are getting a nice new benefit—spring and autumn breaks. This new plan is made to reduce students’ study pressure and help them develop through useful activities outside the classroom. Lichuan city in Hubei province announced (宣布) its first autumn break on October 20th. The holiday runs from November 3rd to 7th. When put together with two weekends, students will enjoy a long nine-day break. Schools must follow the plan exactly without any changes. What’s more, they can’t give students written homework or any required tasks during this time. Students are very excited about this homework-free holiday. Ten-year-old Chen Mingshan, a fifth-grader, said happily that his parents would take him to the countryside. There, he can pick tangerines (橘子) and dig up sweet potatoes, and he doesn’t have to worry about homework at all. Other students also have great plans: one will go to his grandparents’ home to learn how to pick and process tea, another who loves the local dialect (方言) will learn Tujia folk songs from his grandparents and make a small “dialect music album”, and a group of classmates will visit the nearby Xingdoushan National protected area to observe migratory birds and plants and write a simple report. Teachers and parents all welcome this new holiday. Xiao Junling, a teacher at Chen’s school, said these activities have local features and let students learn through real experiences, turning hard-to-touch textbook knowledge into something they can feel in daily life. Huang Jie, a parent, is glad for the less busy travel time. He said his family can take a slow trip and let the children truly relax. This autumn break is more than just a rest— it’s a fun and helpful way for students to learn and grow. 1．How long is the autumn break with weekends included in Lichuan? A．5 days. B．7 days. C．9 days. 2．What are schools NOT allowed to do during the autumn break? A．Plan any activities for students.B．Change the time of the break. C．Give students written homework. 3．What can we know from the examples of students’ plans? A．Everyone must write a report about nature. B．All students will travel to other cities with parents. C．Students are free to choose meaningful experiences. 4．What can we infer (推断) about teachers and parents? A．They think the break is too long. B．They support the new autumn break. C．They don’t like the new autumn break. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Why Lichuan city announced its first autumn break. B．How students plan to spend their autumn break. C．A new holiday (spring and autumn breaks) for students and its benefits. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） The Internet provides a great amount of information. However, you might notice that the same ideas often reappear on certain social media platforms. If this happens, be careful. You may be in what’s called an echo chamber (回音室)—a space where only similar opinions spread. This phenomenon (现象), which has been around since the early times of human culture, has been greatly spread with the use of social media. Imagine ancient humans gathered around a bonfire, sharing only stories and experiences that strengthened their beliefs. Today, social media platforms connect people globally and enable the sharing of thoughts and beliefs. You might have noticed that social media advertising seems to “magically” understand your interests, presenting ads that are surprisingly related to you. This is the result of sophisticated algorithms (算法)—sets of instructions designed to perform tasks or solve problems. Every time we click, like, or share something, we leave a digital footprint that helps algorithms better understand our interests, values, and beliefs. Algorithms then use this information to provide content that meets our interests. Although echo chambers can provide a sense of belonging, they also bring some negative effects. Building a relationship with others only within a one-sided information space can misguide people’s opinions, making it hard for them to accept different points and discuss events with tons of information involved. Echo chambers can also contribute to increasing disagreement and anxiety, which further divides societies. They twist reality, mixing up fact and opinion. This weakness leaves us open to misinformation, influencing both personal decisions and societal dynamics. Luckily, there are many ways to break out of echo chambers. Actively looking for different information sources is rather important for overcoming these disadvantages. This can include diversifying (使多样化) our social media content, reading articles from different points of view, and joining meaningful discussions with people from different backgrounds. Besides, developing critical thinking skills is necessary. We should check facts and remain open to changing our opinions. 1．According to the passage, what is an “echo chamber”? A．A platform that connects people globally. B．A space where people can only get similar ideas. C．A place where people can freely express different opinions. 2．Why does the author mention ancient humans around a bonfire? A．To explain how algorithms were first invented. B．To encourage people to use more traditional methods. C．To compare their communication with modern social media. 3．Why do social media ads seem to understand users’ interests? A．Because ads are designed to solve problems. B．Because ads are carefully chosen by the platform. C．Because algorithms can follow users’ digital footprints. 4．How do echo chambers influence personal decision-making? A．They may blind people with similar information. B．They might make decisions better as well as faster. C．They may help provide balanced thoughts and information. 5．Which of the following is suggested as a way to break out of echo chambers? A．Following a few social media accounts. B．Pay close attention to factual information and be open. C．Joining discussions with meaningful topics. / 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·四川成都·期中）Everyone laughs, even babies. Laughter is natural, but what do we know about it? Laughing can help our bodies. When we laugh, our heart rate (心率) goes up, sending oxygen (氧气) to our body. Endorphins (内啡肽) are given off in our brains. This lowers stress and makes us feel good. Scientists believe laughter helps people have a close relationship. We’re 30 times more likely to laugh with others than to be alone. Seeing people laughing can make us laugh, even if nothing very “funny” was said. Do you want to laugh more? Spend time with your family and friends! Do you know nervous laughter? Have you ever found yourself laughing when you’re “not expected to” do so? Laughing is one way to let go of nervousness. When we’re nervous, our body may answer with laughter. We decide not to laugh, but it just happens. So just let nature take its course. Do animals have a sense of humor? Your dog won’t be angry at your jokes. But scientists have found that at least two animals, apes (猩猩) and mice, make “play” sounds when they’re tickled (挠痒). Apes make breathing sounds and mice shout in a low voice. Maybe we are wondering why something is funny. What we find funny depends a lot on our age, personality, and the place where we live. But here are some of the more general reasons why people laugh... 1．What influence do endorphins have on us? A．Our heart rate goes up. B．They bring us good feelings. C．Our body produces more O2. 2．Which shows the relationship between the chance of laughing when staying with others (x) and staying alone (y)? A．y=30x B．x=30y C．y=30%x 3．What does the underlined sentence mean? A．Laugh when we feel like it. B．Choose when we should laugh wisely. C．Take courses to learn how to laugh properly. 4．What does the fifth paragraph want to show? A．Animals can laugh in a different way. B．Animals don’t have a sense of humor. C．Animals are more serious than humans. 5．What will be talked about next? A．Secrets to finding funny things. B．Ways to live a life full of laughter. C．Several examples of why people laugh. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了笑声对身体和情绪的益处，探讨笑声的社交作用及动物发出的类似笑声的声音，最后引出人们发笑的原因。 1．第二段明确指出：“Endorphins are given off in our brains. This lowers stress and makes us feel good”，说明内啡肽能降低压力并让我们感觉良好。 2．第三段明确指出：“We’re 30 times more likely to laugh with others than to be alone”，说明与他人在一起笑的机会 (x) 是独自笑 (y) 的30倍，即数学关系为x=30y。 3．第四段明确指出：“We decide not to laugh, but it just happens”，说明紧张时的笑是自然发生的无法控制，所以画线句意为顺其自然，想笑的时候就笑。 4．第五段明确指出：“apes and mice, make ‘play’ sounds when they're tickled”，说明本段主要说明动物在被挠痒时也会发出玩耍的声音，只是和人类的笑声形式不一样。 5．最后一段明确指出：“But here are some of the more general reasons why people laugh...”，说明文章接下来将会列举人们发笑的一些普遍原因或例子。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）There are over 800 boarding schools in the UK with students from home and foreign countries. Boarding schools started hundreds of years ago in the country. The earliest boarding schools were set up for white, rich boys only. In the UK, boarding schools have three terms in a school year, with about 13 weeks in each term. Students study and live together. They can’t go outside if they are not allowed to. Each student has his or her subject plan. Most boarding schools have a “light out” time. So when it’s time to go to bed, all the lights in the bedrooms are turned off. The house-masters can take care of students all the time, especially after school hours. Nearly all students at boarding schools wear a school uniform. Boys usually wear a shirt and a tie, and girls wear a white blouse, sometimes also a tie and a skirt. As students get older, the rules become less strict. In the UK, boarding schools provide students with delicious food. They can choose to have a full English breakfast or simple bread. They can also choose either a meal with no meat or another meal with meat for lunch and dinner. Students can also make themselves something to eat at any time in the kitchen. 1．Which of the following is TRUE? A．Boarding schools have strict rules on eating for students. B．Students at boarding schools can choose their own clothes. C．Students at boarding schools came from rich families in earlier times. 2．What should students in the boarding school do according to Paragraph 2? A．Follow a subject plan. B．Look after themselves. C．Go outside after school. 3．Which of the following questions is answered? A．What is the life like at boarding schools? B．Why were early boarding schools set up? C．What subjects are provided at boarding schools? 4．Which of the following is the right structure of the passage? A． B． C． 5．Which of the following can be the best title of the passage? A．The Boarding School in the UK B．Strict Rules for Students at Boarding Schools C．Differences between Day and Boarding Schools 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．A 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是说明文，主要介绍了英国寄宿学校的相关情况，包括其起源与早期特点、学制安排与日常管理、校服要求以及饮食供应等内容，展现了英国寄宿学校的整体面貌。 1．根据文章第1段“The earliest boarding schools were set up for white, rich boys only.”可知，早期英国寄宿学校仅面向白人富裕家庭的男孩设立，因此早期寄宿学校的学生来自富裕家庭。 2．根据文章第2段“Each student has his or her subject plan.”可知，每名寄宿学校的学生都有专属的学科计划，学生需要制定自己的学科计划。 3．根据文章第2段“Students study and live together. They can’t go outside if they are not allowed to.”、第3段“Nearly all students at boarding schools wear a school uniform.”、第4段“In the UK, boarding schools provide students with delicious food.”可知，文章从日常管理、校服要求、饮食供应等多个方面介绍了寄宿学校的生活，回答了“寄宿学校的生活是什么样的”这一问题。 4．文章第1段总述英国寄宿学校的数量、起源等基本背景，引出说明对象；第2、3、4段分别从日常管理与学制、校服要求、饮食供应三个方面具体介绍寄宿学校的情况，属于总分结构，对应选项C的结构图示（第1段为总起部分，第2、3、4段为并列的分述部分）。 5．根据全文对英国寄宿学校起源、学制、校服、饮食等多方面的介绍可推知，“The Boarding School in the UK”能够全面涵盖文章核心内容，适合作为全文标题。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） Math is the study of numbers and how they relate to each other and the world. We need math for many things–for science, for building everything from houses to bridges, and for powering the computers and smartphones we use in our everyday lives. Numbers are everywhere in nature. Let’s explore two examples. A honeycomb is made up of hexagons. The six-sided shapes can fit together perfectly, allowing bees to save space and materials. Another example is the sunflower. Its seeds grow in special patterns. If you count them, you will often find numbers like 21, 34 or 55, where each new number is the sum (总和) of the two before it. This allows the sunflower to grow the most seeds in its center. The first people to count almost certainly used their hands and ten fingers to help, like children today. As a result, our modern counting system is based on tens. Nine Chapters is a famous ancient Chinese mathematics book. It was written about 2,000 years ago. This book is like a practical guidebook. It collects 246 problems on topics like farming, trade, and engineering. This book was a key math textbook in Asia for centuries. 1．Why does the writer give examples of the things that need math in everyday life? A．To show how important math is. B．To show how interesting math is. C．To show how difficult math is in daily life. 2．Why do we count in groups of ten according to the passage? A．Because it is easier to write. B．Because ten is common in life. C．Because people have ten fingers. 3．Which of the following is the right picture of a hexagon? A． B． C． 4．What question is NOT answered in the passage? A．Who wrote “Nine Chapters”? B．Why do the sunflower seeds grow in a special pattern? C．How many problems does “Nine Chapters” collect? 5．Where do you probably find the passage? A．A website about nature. B．A magazine about science. C．A guidebook about culture. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了数学在自然界和日常生活中的应用，包括蜂巢的六边形结构、向日葵种子数列、十进制计数法的由来以及中国古代数学著作《九章算术》，展现了数学与世界的紧密联系。 1．根据第一段中“We need math for many things—for science, for building everything from houses to bridges, and for powering the computers and smartphones we use in our everyday lives”可知，作者列举科学、建造房屋桥梁、电脑智能手机等例子，意在说明数学在日常生活中的重要性。 2．根据“Counting in ten”部分中“The first people to count almost certainly used their hands and ten fingers to help, like children today. As a result, our modern counting system is based on tens.”可知，人们以十为组计数是因为人有十根手指，这是最初计数的依据。 3．根据“Numbers in nature”部分中“A honeycomb is made up of hexagons.The six-sided shapes can fit together perfectly, allowing bees to save space and materials. ”可知，hexagon（六边形）由six-sided shapes描述，对比三个图形选项，B选项是六边形。 4．根据“Mathatics in ancient China”部分中“ It was written about 2,000 years ago.”可知，文中未提及《九章算术》的作者；根据“Numbers in nature”部分中“ Its seeds grow in special patterns...This allows the sunflower to grow the most seeds in its center.”可知，解释了向日葵种子特殊排列的原因；根据“Mathatics in ancient China”部分中“It collects 246 problems on topics like farming, trade, and engineering. ”可知《九章算术》收集的问题数量。 5．文章介绍了数学在自然界中的应用（蜂巢、向日葵）、计数方法及中国古代数学成就，涵盖了科学、文化等领域，最可能出现在科学杂志中。 Passage 4 （24-25九年级上·四川成都·期中）Octopuses are famous for their round bodies, big eyes, and eight arms. There are many different types of octopuses, but all are similar in one way: They are so good at hiding themselves.Octopuses can change their appearance in less than a second to look like rocks, plants, or even other animals. How do they do this? An octopus can disguise itself in three ways. One is by using color. An octopus’s skin has something special called chromatophores (色素细胞). They are filled with yellow, brown, and red chemicals. When an octopus moves its body, the cells become large and produce colorful spots and other patterns on its skin. Chromatophores can also throw back light. In blue light, for example, an octopus’s skin will look blue. In white light, its skin will look white. With these cells, an octopus can produce many different skin colors and patterns. An octopus can also change its skin texture (质地).” When the octopus moves its body, its skin can change to look like a plant, or something else. Another way an octopus disguises itself is by changing its shape. Some, for example, roll their bodies into balls so they look like rocks. One type of octopus can change its form to look like other sea animals-especially dangerous ones, such as sea snakes. Why are octopuses so good at disguising themselves? They have to be. The ocean is not a safe place for them. Because they have no bones in their bodies, octopuses are like large pieces of meat. Many animals want to eat them and they can eat them whole.To live, octopuses have developed the amazing ability to change their appearance very quickly in order to hide. 1．Which picture shows an octopus? A． B． C． 2．Which of the following is NOT true? A．Chromatophores can throw back light. B．Chromatophores can change in size. C．Chromatophores produce an animal’s skin texture 3．In red light, an octopus probably appears ________. A．red B．blue C．white 4．The underlined word “disguise” probably means ________. A．to make something hot or warm B．to change appearance so that people can’t recognize (认出) something C．to be brave enough to do something 5．What would be the best title for this passage? A．The Mind of an Octopus B．How an Octopus Hides C．Octopus Numbers on the Rise 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了章鱼擅长伪装的特点，详细讲解了章鱼通过改变颜色、改变皮肤质地和改变形状这三种方式进行伪装，以及它们进化出这种能力的生存原因。 1．根据原文第一段“Octopuses are famous for their round bodies, big eyes, and eight arms.”可知，章鱼有着圆圆的身体、大眼睛和八条手臂，对应图片A。 2．根据原文第三段“An octopus can also change its skin texture.”可知，改变皮肤质地是章鱼另一种独立的伪装方式，并非色素细胞的功能，C选项表述错误。 3．根据原文第二段“Chromatophores can also throw back light. In blue light, for example, an octopus’s skin will look blue. In white light, its skin will look white.”可知，色素细胞会反射对应颜色的光，因此在红光下，章鱼的皮肤会呈现出红色。 4．根据原文第一段“They are so good at hiding themselves. Octopuses can change their appearance in less than a second to look like rocks, plants, or even other animals.”以及第二段“An octopus can disguise itself in three ways.”可知，“disguise”指的是改变外观以隐藏自己，让别人认不出来。 5．根据全文内容，文章围绕章鱼的伪装能力展开，详细介绍了它的三种伪装方式以及伪装的生存意义。因此“How an Octopus Hides”完美概括了全文的核心内容，最适合作为文章标题。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）You might notice that some foods are named after places—for example, Pu’er tea and Nanjing salted duck. These are the “birthplaces” of these foods. In fact, a product’s birthplace is very important. It’s about the quality. An agreement between China and European Union (EU) started to work in 2021. It listed the names of products and their birthplaces. They are called geographical indications (GIs, 地理标志). Which products can get GIs? Farm products, food, wine, handicrafts, and industrial products can get GIs. On the first GI list, there are food, farm products, wine and tea. On the next list, there would be some Chinese cultural products, such as Shu Embroidery (蜀绣) and Xuan paper. How many products are on the GI list? In 2023, two hundred products from China and EU countries were on the list. As planned, a new list would come out in 2025, and there would be 350 GIs by the end of that year. How will the agreement help us? It is good for both shoppers and companies. People can buy high-quality products based on the GIs. They don’t have to worry if they are fake. Companies can sell more products to other countries. Some products are only popular in China. Now they might become popular in Europe. This will also promote business between China and Europe. Look at some products on the GI listWuchuan mooncakes Wuchuan in Zhanjiang, Guangdong, is the birthplace of mooncakes. It has 39 national mooncake brands (品牌). Mooncakes there are large with thin wrappers (薄皮) and rich fillings. Each mooncake is as heavy as 3 kg. They have many kinds of tastes. Zhecheng hot peppersZhecheng county in Henan is famous for planting peppers. Each year, it sells more than 50,000 tons of hot peppers. Danish BlueIt is a kind of cheese from Denmark. It is made from cow’s milk. People make it in caves. You can see blue streaks (条纹) in it. It is creamy and tastes salty. 1．GIs help customers learn about the ________ of the products by connecting names with specific places. A．production techniques B．production place C．production process 2．Based on the passage, how many products will be added to the GI list between 2023 and 2025? A．150 B．200 C．350 3．Which of the following is most possible on the first GI list mentioned in the passage? A． B． C． 4．Which of the blanks can be filled in with the underlined word “fake”? A．This ________ notebook is popular among students because it is long-lasting and easy to write on. B．We should learn to tell real products from ________ ones to avoid being cheated. C．The new smartphone is too ________ for my family to afford right now. 5．From the passage, we can know that ________? A．Danish Blue is a cheese made from sheep’s milk and is popular in Denmark. B．Zhecheng county, famous for planting peppers, sells over 50,000 tons yearly. C．Pu’er tea, named after its birthplace, might be listed in the next GI list of cultural products along with Xuan paper. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．A 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中欧地理标志协定的内容、地理标志产品的分类与名单变化，以及该协定的益处，并列举了部分地理标志产品。 1．细节理解题。根据“You might notice that some foods are named after places...They are called geographical indications (GIs, 地理标志).”可知，地理标志通过将产品名称与特定产地关联，帮助消费者了解产品的产地信息。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“In 2023, two hundred products from China and EU countries...and there would be 350 GIs by the end of that year.”可知，2023年有200个产品，2025年将达到350个，新增数量为150个。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据“On the first GI list, there are food, farm products...such as Shu Embroidery (蜀绣) and Xuan paper.”可知，第一批地理标志名单包含食品、农产品、酒类和茶叶，选项A盘锦大米属于农产品，符合第一批名单的范畴。故选A。 4．词句猜测题。根据“It is good for both shoppers and companies...have to worry if they are fake.”可知，地理标志能让消费者买到高品质产品，不必担心买到的是假冒品，故fake在此处指假冒的。故选B。 5．细节理解题。根据“Zhecheng county in Henan is famous for planting peppers. Each year, it sells more than 50,000 tons of hot peppers.”可知，柘城县以种植辣椒闻名，年销量超过5万吨。故选B。 Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） Zhang Yang (12, 7th Grade) Nowadays, homework is more reasonable. No more copying math problems. Teachers give basic textbook exercises, done in 20 minutes. They help me remember new things, like old Chinese text (文言文) key words. Sometimes we have fun activities with parents. Less homework lets me play basketball an hour daily—study and health both stay in good shape. Li Yue (14, 8th Grade) More 8th-grade subjects, but not too much homework. Teachers split it into “must-do” (like English sentence writing) and “optional” (for small prizes like notebooks). Weak students practice basics; good ones learn more. Some English science reports take time but make me proud. Wang Lei (15, 9th Grade) More homework for the senior high school entrance exam, but no useless repeats. Every problem is for exam points, like math function questions (数学函数题). Homework is like a “mirror”: wrong chemistry formulas (公式) show where to improve. I hope remembering historical events from different time periods can be fun, like making simple rhymes (顺口溜). Chen Xi (13, Moving to 8th Grade) We learn geography in 8th grade, but homework isn’t stressful. Tasks link to class: drawing hometown maps, continuing stories. Total homework takes less than an hour. Group English plays need planning, but finishing together makes me happy. 1．What does Zhang Yang do with less homework? A．He spends 20 minutes copying math problems. B．He plays basketball for one hour every day. C．He mainly does the exercises about old Chinese text key words. 2．What does the underlined word “optional” mean in the text? A．Must be finished. B．Can be chosen to do. C．Cannot be missed. 3．Why does Wang Lei say homework is like a “mirror”? A．It shows him where he needs to improve, like wrong chemistry formulas. B．It helps him get high scores in the senior high school entrance exam. C．It lets him remember historical events by making rhymes. 4．Which is true about Chen Xi? A．Her homework takes more than an hour daily. B．Geography homework stresses her a little. C．She enjoys finishing group English plays. 5．What can we learn from the text? A．Most students now spend less than an hour on homework. B．Homework now is more reasonable and suits different students. C．Optional homework only gives small prizes like notebooks. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文通过四位不同年级初中生的亲身分享，展现了当前初中作业的新变化与积极影响。 1．细节理解题。根据Zhang Yang的描述“Less homework lets me play basketball an hour daily—study and health both stay in good shape.”以及“No more copying math problems”可知，作业减少后，他每天会打一小时篮球。故选B。 2．词句猜测题。根据“Teachers split it into ‘must-do’ (like English sentence writing) and ‘optional’ (for small prizes like notebooks).”可知，“optional”与“must-do（必须完成的）”相对，意为“可以选择去做的”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据Wang Lei的描述“Homework is like a ‘mirror’: wrong chemistry formulas (公式) show where to improve.”可知，作业像镜子是因为错误的化学公式能让他看到需要改进的地方。故选A。 4．细节理解题。根据Chen Xi的描述“Total homework takes less than an hour. Group English plays need planning, but finishing together makes me happy.”以及“homework isn’t stressful”可知，她的作业总量少于一小时，且她表示和同学一起完成英语话剧很开心，可见她喜欢共同完成这些活动。故选C。 5．推理判断题。结合四位学生的分享：Zhang Yang认为作业更合理，Li Yue提到作业分“必做 / 选做”适配不同学生，Wang Lei认为作业无无效重复，Chen Xi觉得作业无压力，可知，现在的作业更合理且适合不同学生。故选B。 Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Could you imagine being in a car driven by a computer, not a human? Recently, China has made a big step toward self-driving technology. Since August, driverless taxis can run on roads in Wuhan, Chongqing and Shenzhen. Why do we develop self-driving cars? Self-driving cars have many advantages (优点). They use computers with many cameras which can sense all the objects close to the car and give the computers another route (路线). Then the car can take people to the places where they want to go. For disabled or blind people, self-driving cars can also help them get around more easily. According to US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year, more than 1.35 million people are killed on roads around the world. It’s reported that self-driving cars could reduce road accidents by 90 percent. The main cause of car accidents is human error (错误). By using computers, self-driving cars don’t make poor decisions or lose attention like humans do. But self-driving cars aren’t perfect. If something unexpected on the road happens, self-driving cars can’t react (反应) as fast as a human driver can. Also, during weather events like heavy snow, self-driving cars wouldn’t see the lines on the road easily. It might lead to an accident. The car’s computer system would be broken by someone, causing it to crash or change its direction. It’s clear that there is a lot of work to do to make self-driving cars a common and safe sight on our roads. And China is taking the lead in making this happen. 1．In which cities can we see driverless taxis recently? A．Nanjing, Hangzhou and Suzhou. B．Wuhan, Chongqing and Shenzhen. C．Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. 2．What is the main cause of car accidents according to the passage? A．Bad weather. B．Car trouble. C．Human error. 3．What is Paragraph 4 mainly about? A．The weaknesses of self-driving cars. B．Why human drivers are important. C．How to deal with traffic accidents. 4．What can we know from the passage? A．Self-driving cars have caused many problems. B．Self-driving cars are already commonly seen in the world. C．China is trying to make self-driving cars safer and more common. 5．In which part of a magazine can you read this passage? A．Culture. B．Travel. C．Science. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了中国在自动驾驶出租车方面的新进展，探讨了自动驾驶汽车的优势（如帮助残障人士、减少事故）和不足（如应对突发状况和恶劣天气的能力有限），并指出中国在推动该技术发展方面的领先地位。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Since August, driverless taxis can run on roads in Wuhan, Chongqing and Shenzhen.”可知，最近在武汉、重庆和深圳可以看到无人驾驶出租车。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第三段“The main cause of car accidents is human error.”可知，根据文章，交通事故的主要原因是人为失误。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。第四段以“But self-driving cars aren’t perfect.”开头，接着阐述了它们应对突发状况反应不够快、在恶劣天气下可能识别不清道路以及系统可能被黑客攻击等缺点。因此，本段主要讲自动驾驶汽车的弱点。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据最后一段“It’s clear that there is a lot of work to do to make self-driving cars a common and safe sight on our roads. And China is taking the lead in making this happen.”可知，中国正在努力使自动驾驶汽车变得更安全、更普及。故选C。 5．推理判断题。文章围绕自动驾驶技术这一科技话题展开，因此最可能出现在杂志的“科学”板块。故选C。 Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）In Singapore, primary and high school students are required to take outdoor-skill courses as an important part of their education. These courses, which last three to five days, involve different activities. Students can experience rope (绳索) and rock climbing, camp in tents at night, go on long walks in forests, and learn how to make a fire. Although there are risks in these courses, they offer important training in life skills. But the question remains: Are these courses really necessary? Cindy, a Singaporean student who has taken part in outdoor survival (生存的) courses, shares her thoughts. She says that these courses teach practical survival skills. For example, she has learned how to find drinking water and food using a map and compass, “to find the way, and keep herself safe.” “What’s more important,” she adds, “is that through these activities, I’ve built my character and made me stronger, braver, and built up the courage. Now, the needle, just like a compass, more meaningful. The courses have made me understand the real meaning of teamwork.” An education expert also points out that outdoor courses help students develop critical thinking (批判性思维) and communication skills. While textbooks provide knowledge, some lessons—like leadership and problem-solving—are best learned through action. Now, students take the courses in groups from their own schools. However, next year, they will be grouped with students from different schools. What makes this change happen? Good communication skills are highly needed in today’s world. Working closely with students from different backgrounds is an excellent way to improve these skills. 1．Why do schools in Singapore give outdoor courses? A．To provide training in life skills. B．To offer different activities. C．To introduce knowledge of forests. 2．What has Cindy learned from the outdoor survival courses? ①Ways of finding directions. ② The importance of teamwork. ③ Ways of improving her grades. A．①② B．①③ C．③④ 3．What can we infer according to the expert? A．Textbooks can provide more information for students. B．Outdoor activities are suitable for Singaporean students. C．Students can learn something different through different ways. 4．Which question does paragraph 4 mainly answer? A．When can students work closely with each other? B．Why do changes need to come with different people? C．What changes can the different courses bring to students? 5．Which can be the best title for the passage? A．Outdoor courses in different countries. B．Helpful outdoor courses in Singapore. C．The future changes in outdoor courses. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文主要探讨了新加坡中小学将户外技能课程作为教育重要组成部分的原因、其价值（如教授生存技能、塑造品格、培养批判性思维和沟通能力）以及未来的调整方向。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“Although there are risks in these courses, they offer important training in life skills.”可知，新加坡学校开设户外课程是为了提供生活技能方面的训练。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段Cindy的分享“she has learned...how to use a map and compass, ‘to find the way’”，对应①；“the real meaning of teamwork”，对应②。文中未提及提高成绩的方法。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据第三段专家观点“While textbooks provide knowledge, some lessons...are best learned through action.”可知，专家认为有些课程（如领导力、解决问题）通过行动学习效果最好，即学生可以通过不同的方式学到不同的东西。故选C。 4．主旨大意题。第四段解释了为何明年课程要将不同学校的学生分组：“Good communication skills are highly needed...Working closely with students from different backgrounds is an excellent way to improve these skills.” 这回答了“为什么需要与不同的人一起进行改变？”这一问题。故选B。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕新加坡户外课程的设置、意义、学生收获以及未来改进展开，强调其有益性，因此“新加坡有益的户外课程”是最佳标题。故选B。 Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Do you often say things like “I don’t understand this math problem”? Maybe you can introduce yourself to the magic of “yet”. By adding this simple word, you can change everything. “I don’t understand this math problem yet.” Suddenly, the impossible becomes possible. One school found that there were some problems of the old pass or fail system (系统), especially for those students who didn’t pass. They usually felt upset. So now students who don’t pass the exams will see “Not yet” instead of a big red “F” on their papers. In this way, the students feel like they are on a journey. They just haven’t reached the end yet, but they know they are on the right way. This kind of thinking is part of “a growth mindset (成长心态)”. People with a growth mindset aren’t too nervous if they don’t get things right at first. They enjoy challenges and believe in themselves. Instead, people who just focus on (专注于) failure have “a fixed mindset (固定心态)”. These people are always worried about results. Obviously, it is much better to have a growth mindset. But don’t worry if you have a fixed mindset. You can train yourself to develop a growth mindset. Don’t question yourself. Stop believing that you can’t. Once you start thinking like this, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it before. It’s a small but very powerful word. 1．Why does the writer begin the text with a question? A．To show some events. B．To make a survey. C．To introduce the theme. 2．What is the new reply to students who don’t pass exams? A．A big red “F”. B．A “Not yet”. C．A red “failed”. 3．According to the passage, people with a growth mindset _________. A．think they are always right B．aren’t upset if they get things incorrect at first C．always focus on the right things 4．Which word has the similar meaning to the underlined word “Obviously” in Paragraph 3? A．Clearly. B．Especially. C．Simply. 5．What is the best title for the passage? A．The Power of “Yet” B．Two Different Mindsets C．On the Way to Success 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了“yet”这个词的魔力以及成长心态的重要性。通过改变语言表达方式，可以激发学生的积极心态，鼓励他们在学习过程中保持信心和动力。 1．细节理解题。根据文章开头“Do you often say things like ‘I don’t understand this math problem’? Maybe you can introduce yourself to the magic of ‘yet’.”可知，作者通过提问引出“yet”的魔力这一主题。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“students who don’t pass the exams will see ‘Not yet’ instead of a big red ‘F’ on their papers”可知，未通过考试的学生现在会看到“Not yet”而非“F”。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“People with a growth mindset aren’t too nervous if they don’t get things right at first”可知，拥有成长心态的人不会因初次失败而过度紧张。故选B。 4．词句猜测题。划线词“Obviously”在第三段末尾，前文对比了两种心态的特征，并指出成长心态明显更好。根据上下文逻辑，此处表示“显然地、明显地”，与“Clearly”同义。故选A。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕“yet”的积极影响展开 (如改变语言表达、培养成长心态)，且多次强调其“魔力”和“力量”。因此，“The Power of ‘Yet’”最能概括主旨。故选A。 Passage 10 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） a Kites were invented in China thousands of years ago. There are many sizes and styles of kites with different painted designs like dragons, flowers, birds and butterflies. Some are small enough for children to hold with one hand, while others are larger than a person! People love flying kites in parks or open fields on windy days. In addition to kites, there are many other Chinese art pieces like paper-cutting and clay figures that show the creativity of Chinese people. b Journey to the West is a classic Chinese novel written by Wu Cheng’en. It’s an influential work in Chinese literature. This fantastic adventure is considered one of the Four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature. The story follows Monkey King, Pigsy, Sandy, and their journey to the west with Tang Monk. Children and adults all enjoy this exciting tale about fighting monsters and learning important life lessons. c Dragon Boat Festival is a popular traditional Chinese festival celebrated to remember the ancient poet Qu Yuan. People usually prepare zongzi, a kind of sticky rice dumpling in bamboo leaves. These delicious dumplings can be sweet or salty with different fillings. During the festival, you can watch exciting dragon boat races on rivers. Teams of rowers paddle (划桨) together to the beat of drums while people on the banks cheer for them. d The second winter solar term (节气) is Xiao Xue. As the temperature continues to drop, you’re reminded to have more hot soup and warm food such as chicken and mutton to keep yourself warm. During this time, the weather becomes dry and windy. It’s important to wear thicker clothes and drink warm water. In northern China, you might see light snow beginning to fall, telling us that deep winter is coming soon. 1．What designs can be seen on Chinese kites according to Passage a? A．Trees, pigs and birds B．Dragons, flowers and cars C．Birds, butterflies and dragons 2．Who wrote the classic novel Journey to the West? A．Du Fu B．Li Bai C．Wu Cheng’en 3．Why do people celebrate Dragon Boat Festival? A．To welcome spring. B．To enjoy a long holiday. C．To remember the poet Qu Yuan. 4．What kind of food is good for keeping warm during Xiao Xue? A．Rice and noodles B．Chicken and mutton C．Ice cream and cold drinks 5．What’s the common topic of the four passages? A．Chinese culture and traditions B．Foreign festivals and stories C．Science and nature knowledge 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了四项中国传统文化与习俗：风筝、古典小说《西游记》、端午节和小雪节气。 1．细节理解题。根据文章a段“There are many sizes and styles of kites with different painted designs like dragons, flowers, birds and butterflies”可知，中国风筝上可见的图案包括龙、花、鸟和蝴蝶。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章b段“Journey to the West is a classic Chinese novel written by Wu Cheng’en”可知，《西游记》的作者是吴承恩。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据文章c段“Dragon Boat Festival is a popular traditional Chinese festival celebrated to remember the ancient poet Qu Yuan”可知，人们庆祝端午节是为了纪念诗人屈原。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据文章d段“you’re reminded to have more hot soup and warm food such as chicken and mutton to keep yourself warm”可知，小雪时节适合保暖的食物是鸡肉和羊肉。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。四篇短文分别介绍了中国风筝、古典小说《西游记》、端午节和小雪节气，均属于中国传统文化与习俗的范畴。因此，其共同主题是“中国文化与传统”。故选A。 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）This decade has seen incredible advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI is now a big part of our daily lives, leaving many people excited, while others feel worried. From education to delivery, almost no industry has been left unchanged by AI. Students can practice English by talking with AI, and creating a video can now be as simple as typing a few sentences. However, AI is surely a double-edged sword. While it brings great convenience and helps us work faster, it also has downsides. It could widen the gap between the rich and the poor, making powerful organizations stronger. Many repetitive jobs are now done by robots, which makes it harder for low-skilled workers who depend on those jobs to make a living. Even a powerful tech leader like Elon Musk wanted to pause more powerful AI, but he couldn’t stop its progress. So, will AI turn out to be humanity’s greatest invention, or will it become a future nightmare? Perhaps our grandchildren will be the ones who find out the answer. Beyond this, AI is also creating new tools in healthcare, transportation, and entertainment. It helps doctors analyze medical images and powers self-driving cars. Yet, it also raises serious questions about data privacy and the future of work. The future depends on the decisions we make today. 1．How can students use AI? A．To make videos quickly. B．To deliver packages. C．To change any industry. 2．Which of the following picture can best describe “a repetitive job”? A． B． C． 3．What did Elon Musk want to do about powerful AI? A．Stop its development for a while. B．Make it even more powerful. C．Let grandchildren answer questions about it. 4．What can we infer from the passage about the future of AI? A．Its development is certain to create more problems than it solves. B．Its advantages are widely recognized though it has risks. C．Its progress can be easily controlled by human decisions. 5．Why did the author write this passage? A．To introduce the latest AI products from a company. B．To encourage people to think carefully about AI’s future. C．To tell a story about Elon Musk and AI. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．A 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文主要探讨了人工智能 (AI) 的发展现状及其带来的双重影响——既带来巨大便利与效率提升，也引发失业、贫富差距等社会问题，并指出其未来走向取决于人类当下的选择。 1．细节理解题。根据“Students can practice English by talking with AI, and creating a video can now be as simple as typing a few sentences.”可知，学生可以通过与AI对话练习英语，并且只需输入几句话就能轻松制作视频。因此，AI可以帮助学生快速制作视频。故选A。 2．推理判断题。根据“Many repetitive jobs are now done by robots, which makes it harder for low-skilled workers who depend on those jobs to make a living. ”可知，这里repetitive jobs指的是重复性工作 (单调、重复操作的任务) 。选项B中的人在流水线作业，反复做相同动作，最符合“重复性工作”的特征。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“Even a powerful tech leader like Elon Musk wanted to pause more powerful AI…”可知，马斯克希望暂停更强大AI的开发一段时间。故选A。 4．推理判断题。纵观全文，作者既列举了AI在教育、医疗等领域的积极应用，也指出了其可能加剧贫富分化、取代人力等风险，但并未全盘否定AI。根据最后一段“The future depends on the decisions we make today.”可推知，尽管AI有风险，但其优势已被广泛认识，未来走向取决于人类如何应对。故选B。 5．推理判断题。作者在文中客观分析了AI的利弊，并提出“AI会成为人类最伟大的发明还是未来的噩梦？也许我们的子孙后代会找到答案”，目的是引发读者对AI未来的深入思考，而非单纯介绍产品或讲述故事。故选B。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Dear children, Table manners are about being kind and considerate to others. Having proper table manners is one way people judge others, and we don’t want people to think that we are rude, do we? Whether in a restaurant or at home, here are some basic table manners for kids: ①Eat with a fork unless the food is meant to be eaten with fingers. Only babies eat with their fingers all the time. ②Sit up straight and do not hunch over your plate. You can rest your wrists or forearms on the table, or place your hands on your lap. ③Chew with your mouth closed. No one wants to see food being chewed. Also, do not talk with your mouth full. ④Do not make rude comments about any food being served. It may hurt someone’s feelings. Always say thank you when you are served something. ⑤Eat slowly. It takes a long time to prepare food, so enjoy it slowly. Wait a few seconds after swallowing before taking another bite. ⑥Do not reach over someone’s plate for something. Instead, politely ask for the dish to be passed to you. ⑦When eating at someone’s home or as a guest in a restaurant, always thank the host and tell them how much you enjoyed the meal. For example, you can say the dessert was great. 1．What does the underlined phrase “hunch over” most likely mean? A．Sit up straight. B．Stand up quickly. C．Bend your back forward. 2．If someone talks with a full mouth at the table, how might the author feel? A．Pleased. B．Displeased. C．Indifferent. 3．Why shouldn’t we make rude comments about food? A．Because it is a waste of food. B．Because it will make the food taste bad. C．Because it might hurt the feelings of the person who carefully prepared it. 4．Why should we eat slowly at the table? A．To keep healthy. B．To eat more food. C．To show how much we enjoy the food. 5．What can we learn from the passage? A．We can use our fingers to eat all the time. B．People sometimes can judge others by table manners. C．Guests should express thanks to the host after the meal. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了餐桌礼仪的重要性，并给出了适合孩子的基本餐桌礼仪建议，帮助孩子养成得体的用餐习惯。 1．词句猜测题。根据前文“Sit up straight and do not hunch over your plate”，结合选项可推测，“hunch over”是与“坐直”相反的动作，即“弯腰前倾”。选项C“Bend your back forward” 符合语义。故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据建议③中“do not talk with your mouth full”，可推断作者认为这种行为是不礼貌的，会感到“不满”。选项B“Displeased”符合语境。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据建议④中“Do not make rude comments about any food being served. It may hurt someone’s feelings”可知，对食物做粗鲁评价会伤害准备食物的人的感情。选项C表述正确。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据建议⑤中“It takes a long time to prepare food, so enjoy it slowly”可知，慢慢吃是为了享受食物，体现对食物的珍惜。故选C。 5．细节理解题。根据文章开头“Having proper table manners is one way people judge others”可知，人们有时会通过餐桌礼仪评判他人。选项B表述正确。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） 2.4 Billion Years ago: The First Breath of Oxygen (O₂) Before then, the earth air had almost no oxygen. Then a very small living thing in the sea started making it. This changed the air around the earth completely. Many living things died, but the new life began to appear. This made it possible for animals and plants to appear on the earth. 66 Million Years ago: Dinosaurs’ End A huge rock from space hit the earth, causing fires and earthquakes and sending dust into the sky. This made the earth a dark and cold planet. Soon plants died and dinosaurs that ate plants died of hunger. Then the meat-eating ones died too. But some small mammals (哺乳动物) were alive. With less competition, their numbers began to grow. 1.6 Million Years ago: Ice Age Around that time, large ice pieces covered much of North America, Europe and Asia. Sea level dropped as water became ice. Many animals moved south, but some died out. At the same time, our human-like ancestors (祖先) had learned to make tools to help them live through the long, cold times. 18th Century: Hands Getting Free For thousands of years, we humans had eaten plants and animals, and used the tools, but we had not changed the earth greatly. But from the first Industrial Revolution (工业革命)… 2．How was the earth’s situation 2.4 billion years ago? A．There was a lot of oxygen. B．Some plants didn’t need oxygen. C．There was already water at that time. 3．What caused dinosaurs to die out? a. Not enough food    b. danger from mammals     c. freezing weather A．ab B．ac C．bc 4．Why did animals move south around 2.6 million years ago? A．Because there wasn’t enough water in the north. B．Because our ancestors in the north were killing them with tools. C．Because the south provided them with a better living environment. 5．In which order does the writer organize the book? A．The time the events happened. B．The importance of the events to the earth. C．Living things’ influence on the earth. 6．What may the book mainly talk about? A．Important moments on the earth. B．Humans’ role in the earth history. C．Living things’ influence on the earth. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，按时间顺序介绍了地球历史上的四个重要事件：24亿年前氧气的出现、6600万年前恐龙灭绝、260万年前冰河时代以及18世纪工业革命的影响。 1．细节理解题。根据“2.4 Billion Years ago: The First Breath of Oxygen (O₂)”中的“Before then, the earth air had almost no oxygen. Then a very small living thing in the sea started making it. This changed the air around the earth completely. Many living things died, but the new life began to appear. This made it possible for animals and plants to appear on the earth.”可知，24亿年前地球已有水（因海洋中存在制造氧气的生物）。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“66 Million Years ago: Dinosaurs’ End”中的“A huge rock from space hit the earth, causing fires and earthquakes and sending dust into the sky. This made the earth a dark and cold planet.”以及“Soon plants died and dinosaurs that ate plants died of hunger. Then the meat-eating ones died too.”可知，恐龙灭绝的原因是食物短缺（a）和寒冷气候（c）。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“large ice pieces covered much of North America, Europe and Asia. Sea level dropped as water became ice. Many animals moved south”可推断，南方提供了更适宜的生存环境。故选C。 4．推理判断题。全文按“24亿年前→6600万年前→260万年前→18世纪”的时间顺序排列事件，故选A。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，全文聚焦地球历史的关键节点（氧气出现、恐龙灭绝、冰河时代、工业革命），故选A。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）A company in Chengdu has developed an indoor smart planting system (系统). It helps people living in apartments grow fresh vegetables and fruits at home easily. The smart planting system uses high technology to look after plants. The device (装置) is small. It takes up just 0.25m2 of floor space but can grow up to 30 kinds of plants at the same time. It uses special lights that work like sunlight, so the plants grow well even indoors. It controls water, light, and nutrients (养分) for plants all by itself. This makes growing food easy, even if you don’t have much experience. Compared with traditional farming, this system helps plants grow faster, stops them from getting sick, and doesn’t use harmful chemicals (有害化学物质). Liu Shahe, an early user, shared her experience online. She says the system has made her gardening dream come true, even though she travels a lot. She loves the system because it works well and is easy to use. She has successfully grown many plants with it. She even makes hot pot with her home-grown vegetables. A recent report shows that the market for smart indoor gardens is growing rapidly. More and more people in cities want to feel closer to nature and eat healthy food. Smart gardens make this possible by providing a healthy and easy way to grow food. So, smart indoor garden systems will become even more popular in the future. They offer a new way to bring nature into our homes and enjoy fresh, healthy food all year round. 1．What do we know about the indoor planting system? A．It only works well in apartments. B．It is only for experienced gardeners. C．It uses special lights instead of sunlight. 2．What are the good points of this system compared to traditional planting? ①Lower price.    ②Healthier plants.    ③Faster plant growth.    ④No harmful chemicals. A．①②③ B．②③④ C．①②④ 3．Why is the market for smart indoor gardens growing? A．Because people want cheaper food. B．Because people want to save space in their homes. C．Because people want healthy food and to be close to nature. 4．What is the writer’s attitude towards smart indoor gardens? A．Hopeful. B．Doubtful. C．Unclear. 5．Which can be the best title for the text? A．High-tech development in Sichuan B．Some ways to grow vegetables well C．New technology for indoor planting 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文介绍了成都一家公司研发的室内智能种植系统，该系统利用高科技帮助人们在公寓内轻松种植新鲜蔬果。 1．细节理解题。根据“It uses special lights that work like sunlight”可知，该系统使用特殊灯光代替阳光。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“this system helps plants grow faster, stops them from getting sick, and doesn’t use harmful chemicals”可知，该系统使植物生长更快、更健康且不使用有害化学物质。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“More and more people in cities want to feel closer to nature and eat healthy food.”可知，智能室内花园市场增长是因为人们希望亲近自然并食用健康食物。故选C。 4．观点态度题。根据“So, smart indoor garden systems will become even more popular in the future.”可知，作者对智能室内花园的前景持乐观态度。故选A。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了一种用于室内种植的新技术。故选C。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）In 2025, a historical TV show, The Lychee Road, became popular. This TV show was adapted (被改编) from Ma Boyong’s novel of the same name. According to some reports, some directors have already adapted the novel into drama works and movies. And the novel may also be adapted into related musical works in the future. This TV show tells a story during the Tang Dynasty. At that time, to please a beauty, Yang Yuhuan, Emperor Xuanzong ordered people to take fresh lychees from Lingnan (today’s Guangdong) to Chang’an. Today, this may sound easy. In the ancient times, however, it was a near-impossible work: lychees went bad within 3 days, while the journey covered over 5,000 li (about 2,500 kilometres) across mountains and rivers. Li Shande, an unlucky person in Chang’an, was chosen to be responsible (负责任的) for the work. Although he knew how difficult the work was, he didn’t want to give up. He studied maps, tested routes, and did a lot more. To keep the fruit fresh, he made some bottles with some ice, and then he put the lychees in them. He also created a tool to record progress, marking each station with red color. Within 11 days, Li magically succeeded. When the lychees finally arrived, their sweet smell brought joy to the palace. Li’s journey shows people an important lesson: growth comes not only from success, but also from determination (决心) in the face of difficulties. 1．What adaptations of the novel The Lychee Road have already appeared according to the passage? ①drama works    ②movies    ③musical works A．①② B．②③ C．①③ 2．Which of the following was NOT a difficulty in transporting lychees? A．Lychees went bad easily. B．The journey was too long. C．Li Shande didn’t have enough time to make bottles to keep lychees fresh. 3．Which correctly shows the relationship between the distance (距离) and the time in the lychee transportation? A．2,500 km→11 days. B．5,000 li→14 days. C．2,500 km→3 days. 4．How was Li Shande according to the passage? A．Lazy but determined. B．Creative and hard-working. C．Hard-working and humorous. 5．What does the writer want to show through Li Shande’s story? A．Interest is the best teacher in a person’s life. B．Success makes a big difference in personal growth. C．Being determined and never giving up can lead to success. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文介绍了热播剧《荔枝路》的故事情节，重点讲述了主人公李善德克服重重困难将新鲜荔枝从岭南运至长安的历程。 1．细节理解题。根据“some directors have already adapted the novel into drama works and movies”可知，小说已被改编为戏剧作品和电影。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“lychees went bad within 3 days”和“the journey covered over 5,000 li”可知，荔枝易变质、路程遥远是运输困难，但李善德有时间制作保鲜容器，故C项不属于困难。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“the journey covered over 5,000 li (about 2,500 kilometres)”和“Within 11 days, Li magically succeeded”可知，运输距离约2500公里，耗时11天。故选A。 4．推理判断题。根据“He studied maps, tested routes, and did a lot more. To keep the fruit fresh, he made some bottles with some ice, and then he put the lychees in them. He also created a tool to record progress, marking each station with red color.”可知，李善德研究地图、测试路线，用冰制瓶保鲜荔枝，还发明工具记录进度，说明他既有创造力又勤奋。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。根据“Li’s journey shows people an important lesson: growth comes not only from success, but also from determination (决心) in the face of difficulties.”可知，作者通过李善德的故事想告诉人们，有决心且永不放弃可以通向成功。故选C。 Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Look around you. How many things are made of plastic (塑料)? From water bottles and toys to TVs and mobile phones, plastic is everywhere in our daily lives. It first became popular last century. The reason is that it is lightweight, strong, and does not cost much to produce. Also, it can be shaped into almost any form we need. However, plastic’s greatest strength has become its biggest weakness: it lasts for a very long time. Most plastic does not break down naturally. It stays in the environment for hundreds of years. Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste end up in our oceans and landfills (垃圾填埋场). This waste hurts wildlife and pollutes the environment. A lot of this waste comes from single-use items, like bags, straws (吸管) and food packages, which we throw away after using them just once. So, what can we do about this problem? The key is not to stop using plastic completely. It is still too useful in many important areas, like in medicine and technology. Instead, we must focus on the three Rs! Reduce (减少), Reuse, and Recycle. This means we should reduce our use of unnecessary plastic. We should try to reuse plastic items as many times as possible. We should always put plastic waste in the right recycling bins (垃圾桶). New technologies are also helping us find better ways to deal with plastic, like making new kinds that can break down more easily in the future. 1．How is the passage organized? A．By setting examples and comparing facts. B．By telling a story and teaching a lesson. C．By raising a problem and providing solutions. 2．Which can be called a single-use item? A． B． C． 3．Why does plastic waste pollute the environment? A．Because it hurts wildlife. B．Because it doesn’t break down naturally. C．Because it’s thrown away after being used just once. 4．What does the writer advise us to do in order to solve the problem? A．We should make high-tech plastic medical products. B．We should only use plastic in necessary situations. C．We should reuse plastic with the help of the bins. 5．What can we infer (推测) about plastic according to the passage? A．People will not use plastics anymore. B．People will never make single-use plastics. C．People will develop plastics that break down naturally. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了塑料在日常生活中的普及、其对环境的危害以及应对塑料污染的解决办法。 1．篇章结构题。文章先提出塑料污染的问题，再给出解决办法，属于“提出问题—提供解决方案”的结构。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“A lot of this waste comes from single-use items, like bags, straws (吸管) and food packages”可知，带吸管的一次性餐杯属于一次性用品。选项A图片是带吸管的一次性餐杯。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Most plastic does not break down naturally. It stays in the environment for hundreds of years...This waste hurts wildlife and pollutes the environment.”可知，塑料污染环境是因为它不能自然降解。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“This means we should reduce our use of unnecessary plastic.”可知，作者建议我们只在必要情况下使用塑料。故选B。 5．推理判断题。根据“New technologies are also helping us find better ways to deal with plastic, like making new kinds that can break down more easily in the future.”可推测，人们会研发可自然降解的塑料。故选C。 Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）AI is shaking up the world now. It has been widely used in many different situations. AI plays a role in modern communication. Chatbots, a kind of AI-driven tool, have become a necessary part of modern communication. They can understand and reply to users at once. Whether it’s on websites or mobile apps, chatbots can process tons of information and offer support (支持) in real time, not only providing help but also caring about your feelings. Besides, AI users can control smart home tools through voice orders. AI is reshaping (重塑) the way we communicate in our daily lives. AI makes a big difference to traffic. For example, some ride-sharing platforms (拼车平台) depend heavily on AI. AI can deal with plenty of information and match passengers with drivers in a short time, providing better transportation services. And self-driving cars are a main example of AI’s use in transportation, too. With the help of AI, they can reduce accidents and help those unable to drive. AI provides a smart way to education. It changes the way teachers teach and students learn. AI in classrooms can make teaching and learning more interesting, which helps students pay more attention to their studies. AI can also offer students support outside classrooms. For example, it can help with homework, answer questions, and provide explanations through voice orders. By analyzing (分析) students’ strengths, weaknesses and learning needs, AI can make suitable study plans for them. This can help students achieve their learning goals more easily. All in all, AI is shaping and will continue to shape our everyday experiences. 1．What is a chatbot? A．A smart home tool that follows voice orders. B．An AI tool that can talk with people in real time. C．A mobile app that can offer support at once. 2．What is the main topic of the fourth paragraph? A．Ways to improve traffic by AI. B．Examples of AI apps for traffic. C．Changes to cars brought by AI. 3．Which is not the way AI helps with education according to the passage? A．Students watch an interesting video about Dragon Boat Festival made by AI. B．Paula asks AI to play music for her after the final exam. C．Alan uses AI to analyze his learning habits and create a monthly plan. 4．What common ability of AI do the three situations show in the passage? A．Its ability to analyze information. B．Its ability to offer support to people’s feelings. C．Its ability to follow voice orders. 5．What’s the form of the passage? A． B． C． 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了人工智能 (AI) 在现代通讯、交通和教育等多个领域的广泛应用，展现其对人们日常生活的重塑作用。 1．细节理解题。根据“Chatbots, a kind of AI-driven tool, have become a necessary part of modern communication. They can understand and reply to users at once...offer support in real time”可知，聊天机器人是一种能实时与人交流的人工智能工具。故选B。 2．主旨大意题。第四段主要列举了拼车平台和自动驾驶汽车的例子，说明人工智能在交通领域的应用实例。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据第五段“AI in classrooms can make teaching and learning more interesting...AI can make suitable study plans for them.”可知，AI在教育中的帮助包括制作有趣内容、分析学习情况制定计划等，而“Paula让AI播放音乐”不属于教育领域的帮助。故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“chatbots can process tons of information”和“AI can deal with plenty of information”以及“By analyzing students’ strengths, weaknesses and learning needs”可知，这三个场景都体现了AI分析信息的能力。故选A。 5．篇章结构题。文章第一段总述AI的广泛应用；第二、三段共同阐述AI在现代通讯领域的应用 (聊天机器人、智能家居控制)，属于同一分点；第四段讲交通，第五段讲教育，最后一段总结。整体为“总—分—总”结构，对应选项C的图示。故选C。 Passage 8 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Unitree is a well-known Chinese company that focuses on robotics. It has created many popular robots—they mix fun and practical use perfectly, so tech fans from all over the world love these smart machines very much. One of its star products is Gol, a four-legged robot that looks just like a cute small dog. Gol is super agile: it can run as fast as 4.7 meters per second. ________ It can also get over problems that are 30 centimeters tall, and walk smoothly on uneven (不平坦的) ground like grass, sand or small stones. Many users take it outside for walks every day, treating it as a “smart pet” that never gets tired. Besides being a lovely companion, Gol has a built-in camera to take photos of outdoor views or happy moments. It can even carry small things like a phone, a wallet or a key bag for users. Another important robot from Unitree is H1. Unlike Gol’s four legs, H1 has two legs that look like a human’s. It can stand firmly without falling, walk smoothly on flat floors like in offices or malls; and even climb small stairs slowly but safely. Hi is really helpful at work: it can move light parts in factories or check goods in warehouses, which helps reduce workers’ heavy workload. Unitree also has an excellent robot called B2. Unlike Gol (which is for common users), B2 is more professional. It can carry up to 50 kg, work for 4 hours after one charge, and work well in bad conditions like rain or dusty workshops. People often use it to move big parts in factories, check large logistics parks, or send supplies to places that are hard to get to. Today, Unitree’s robots are not just for personal use. They also play roles in education—some schools use them to teach students basic knowledge about robotics, making hard tech ideas easier to understand. As technology develops, Unitree keeps improving its robots, and we can look forward to more amazing models in the future. 1．The following robots are from Unitree EXCEPT ________. A．Gol B．H1 C．Xiaomi Robot 2．Which of the following sentences can be put into the “________” in paragraph 2? A．It can also play music to entertain users. B．It needs to be charged every two hours. C．This speed is faster than many people’s walking speed. 3．What does the underlined word “agile” in paragraph 2 mean? A．Slow and weak. B．Quick and changeable. C．Big and heavy. 4．What can we know from the passage? A．Gol can carry heavy boxes for users. B．H1 has four legs like a small dog. C．Unitree’s robots are used in education now. 5．What is the structure of the passage? A． B． C． 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍中国机器人公司Unitree的三款机器人Gol、H1、B2的特点及应用，体现其在个人、工作、教育等领域的作用。 1．细节理解题。根据“One of its star products is Gol...Another important robot from Unitree is H1...Unitree also has an excellent robot called B2.”可知，文中未提及Xiaomi Robot来自Unitree，故选C。 2．推理判断题。根据前文“it can run as fast as 4.7 meters per second”可知，空格处应与速度相关，“这个速度比很多人的步行速度还快。”符合语境，故选C。 3．词句猜测题。根据“it can run as fast as 4.7 meters per second...It can also get over problems that are 30 centimeters tall, and walk smoothly on uneven ground”可知，这款机器人很敏捷、灵活，agile与“Quick and changeable.”意思相近，故选B。 4．细节理解题。根据“Today, Unitree’s robots are not just for personal use. They also play roles in education—some schools use them to teach students basic knowledge about robotics”可知，Unitree的机器人现在用于教育领域，故选C。 5．篇章结构题。分析全文可知，文章第①段总述Unitree公司及机器人特点；第②③④段分别介绍Gol、H1、B2三款机器人；第⑤段总结机器人的应用及未来展望，选项A符合题意。故选A。 Passage 9 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）①“I feel very excited! This super project will make our travel easier and bring more people here,” said Lu, a villager in Guizhou. The “super project” is the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge (花江峡谷大桥) in Guizhou. It opened to the public on September 28, 2025, marking another achievement in China’s bridge building. ②Started in 2022, the bridge crosses a deep canyon with a span of 1,420 meters. Its height reaches 625 meters. It now holds two world records: the tallest bridge and longest span of any mountain bridge. Completing this “super project” took less than four years. But for other countries, it may take a much longer time. With the bridge, the travel time across the canyon is cut down from two hours to two minutes. ③However, the bridge is not just a road. It brings many other benefits (好处). Liang, a villager in his 70s, used to depend on bamboo boats to cross the river. “Now with the bridge, villages become closer.” For farmers like him, it’s easier to take what they grow to markets. At the same time, they can get what they need more easily. ④Furthermore, Guizhou plans to develop the bridge into a tourist attraction. Visitors can enjoy sightseeing, try exciting sports and use other services. It successfully welcomed its first tourists during the recent National Day holiday. This will create more jobs and local people can make more money. ⑤ ________ For example, there were usually strong winds and sudden weather changes. To deal with them, engineers came up with many smart ideas. They used BeiDou Satellite System, drones (无人机) and many other high technologies to build the bridge successfully. ⑥The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge is more than a new world record. It stands as a symbol of technology, a beautiful landmark and an engine for local development. 1．Which is the “span” of a bridge according to the article? A．① B．② C．③ 2．According to Paragraph 2, what helps the bridge hold world records? a. Its height    b. Its span    c. The short travel time A．ab B．ac C．bc 3．How did the villagers cross the river before this bridge was built? A．By swimming. B．By taking bamboo boats. C．By using a ropeway. 4．Which sentence can be put in the ________? A．So the engineers used a lot of high technologies to solve problems. B．The workers used new materials in the process of building the bridge. C．However, the engineers faced many difficulties when building the bridge. 5．Which of the following shows the structure of the passage? A．①②/③④/⑤⑥ B．①/②/③④/⑤/⑥ C．①/②/③④⑤/⑥ 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了贵州花江峡谷大桥，包括它的建造情况、创下的世界纪录、带来的好处以及建造过程中克服的困难等。 1．细节理解题。根据“Started in 2022, the bridge crosses a deep canyon with a span of 1,420 meters.”可知，这座桥于2022年开工，横跨一个深峡谷，跨度为1420米；“span”指的是桥的跨度，对应图中③的部分。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“It now holds two world records: the tallest bridge and longest span of any mountain bridge.”可知，桥的高度和跨度使其保持世界纪录。故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Liang, a villager in his 70s, used to depend on bamboo boats to cross the river.”可知，在桥建成前村民靠竹筏过河。故选B。 4．推理判断题。根据“For example, there were usually strong winds and sudden weather changes.”可知，后文举例说明施工时遇到的强风、天气突变等困难，因此此处应填入“然而，工程师在建造桥梁时面临许多困难。”，引出后文的困难及解决办法。故选C。 5．篇章结构题。根据文章内容可知，第①段引出花江峡谷大桥；第②段介绍桥的基本信息；第③④段说明桥带来的好处；第⑤段介绍建造时的困难；第⑥段总结桥的意义。故选B。 Passage 10 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Recently, China’s most talked-about local football league (联赛), the Jiangsu Football City League or Su Super League, is making waves online for its excitement, humor, and hometown pride. Since the beginning of the league, phrases such as “competition comes first, friendship fourteenth” have become popular online, bringing out the competition among the 13 cities in Jiangsu. Unlike professional (专业的) leagues, the Su Super League is easy for people to join and enjoy. Each city sends its own team to compete. Most of the 516 players are common people. Among them are students, teachers and people from all areas of life. Ticket prices start from five yuan, so everyone can join in the fun. The league started on May 10th. It lasts for seven months. After just four rounds, the Su Super League has drawn over 190,000 fans in person, with online watchers rising into the hundreds of millions, Xinhua reported. The league’s popularity also lies in its lively cultural atmosphere (气氛). For example, teams are named after local special foods: Wuxi is known for honey peaches, and Nanjing for its tasty salted duck. Lianyungang even turned events into a seafood festival. “The success of the league shows that by paying attention to local culture and getting more people to join in, soccer in neighborhoods can truly succeed,” soccer commentator (评论员) Xu Yifan told the Global Times. 1．When did the Su Super League start? A．In October, 2025. B．In November, 2025. C．In May, 2025. 2．Which one is right about the Su Super League? A．People don’t need to pay anything to watch it in person. B．There are thirteen teams taking part in the competition. C．Players care more about building relationships than winning. 3．Why did the league use local special foods for team names according to the passage? A．To prepare for the seafood festival in Jiangsu. B．To get more fans from other cities in Jiangsu. C．To show each city’s cultural character and create a lively atmosphere. 4．What does Xu Yifan believe are the key reasons for the Su Super League’s success? ①exciting competition ②public participation (参与) ③humorous phrases ④lively local culture A．①② B．②③ C．②④ 5．What’s the best title for this passage? A．The Rise of the Jiangsu Football City League B．The Story of Chinese Football Culture C．Professional Football Leagues in Jiangsu Province 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文介绍了江苏足球城市联赛的基本情况、赛制、受欢迎的原因及相关文化氛围。 1．细节理解题。根据“The league started on May 10th.”可知，联赛5月10日开始。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“... bringing out the competition among the 13 cities in Jiangsu.”可知，13个城市参加比赛，因此有13支队伍参加比赛。故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“The league’s popularity lies in its lively cultural atmosphere…”可知，球队用地方美食命名，是为了体现地方文化特色并营造氛围。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“‘The success of the league shows that by paying attention to local culture and getting more people to join in, soccer in neighborhoods can truly succeed,’ soccer commentator (评论员) Xu Yifan told the Global Times.”可知，他认为苏超成功的原因是：苏超关注本土文化，同时让更多的人参与其中；对应选项中的②和④。故选C。 5．最佳标题题。通读全文可知，全文围绕江苏足球城市联赛的兴起展开，描述其特色、参与度与成功原因。选项A“江苏足球城市联赛的兴起”能够概括全文。故选A。 Passage 11 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） October 16 is World Food Day. These days, making sure people have enough food (called “food security (安全)”) is a big problem all over the world. To stop wasting food, many governments and companies have come up with smart ways to help protect our planet. In Romania, a company made an app named “OH, A potato!” Lots of families throw away food from their fridges because it goes bad before they use it. With this app, users can take photos of their fridge food or scan it. Then the app will suggest dishes to cook using those ingredients (食材). This helps people use up their food and not waste it. In Norway, the government and companies changed the labels (标签) on food. Before, many people threw away food as soon as it passed the date on the label—even though some of that food was still safe to eat. Now, Norwegian companies use labels like “best before, often good after” instead of “use by.” This makes the labels clearer. In 2016, France became the first country to stop supermarkets from throwing away unsold food. Supermarkets must give this unsold food to charities (慈善机构) or food banks (places that give food to people in need). If they don’t do this, the supermarket managers might have to pay a lot of money as a punishment, or even be sent to prison. Also, the charities and food banks need to keep the food clean when storing it, and give it to people in a kind and polite way. 1．How does Romania’s “OH, A potato!” app help cut food waste? ①By selling fridge ingredients online. ②By suggesting recipes with fridge ingredients. ③By telling users to buy fresh food. A．①② B．② C．②③ 2．Why did Norway change its food labels? A．To help people buy more food. B．To make food packages look nicer. C．To let people know safe food isn’t always out of date. 3．What will happen if French supermarkets throw away unsold food? A．The supermarkets will be closed at once. B．The charities will refuse to work with them. C．The managers may face heavy fines or prison. 4．What is the main idea of the passage about food waste solutions? A．Laws are the best way to cut food waste. B．Different smart ways help solve food waste. C．People’s habits cause most food waste. 5．Where is this passage most likely from? A．A menu with fresh healthy food. B．A report on stopping food waste. C．A storybook about food waste. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，以世界粮食日为背景，介绍罗马尼亚、挪威、法国等通过APP、改标签、立法等智能方法减少食物浪费，保障粮食安全。 1．细节理解题。根据“With this app, users can take photos of their fridge food or scan it. Then the app will suggest dishes to cook using those ingredients.”可知，该应用通过推荐用冰箱食材做菜的食谱减少浪费，仅②正确，故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Before, many people threw away food as soon as it passed the date...Now, Norwegian companies use labels like ‘best before, often good after’...”可知，挪威改标签是为了让人们知道过了标签日期的食物可能仍安全，故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“If they don’t do this, the supermarket managers might have to pay a lot of money as a punishment, or even be sent to prison.”可知，法国超市丢弃未售食物，经理可能面临重罚或入狱，故选C。 4．主旨大意题。结合全文可知，文章介绍了罗马尼亚、挪威、法国等国家和企业减少食物浪费的不同智能方法，故选B。 5．推理判断题。结合全文可知，文章围绕世界粮食日及各国减少食物浪费的措施展开，最可能来自关于停止食物浪费的报告，故选B。 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）Zigong, in Sichuan Province, is home to Chinese lanterns. Zigong lanterns are known as the best lanterns in the world. The Zigong Lantern Festival dates back to the Tang Dynasty. The festival has rapidly developed with traditional culture and modern technologies. In 2008, the Zigong Lantern Festival was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产), becoming a shining name card for Chinese culture to go out into the world. “Making a huge lantern for exhibition (展览) requires 17 steps,” said Wan Songtao, an inheritor (传承人) of Zigong lantern-making. “Each step is finished by a team instead of a single maker,” Wan added. The sundial (日晷), a kind of lantern, made by Wan’s team; for example, took about 80 makers over 50 days to complete the whole process. Unlike the lanterns in other places, Zigong lanterns use modern technologies such as AI, mechanical engineering (机械工程), and holography(全息摄影术). They are perfect combinations (结合) of lights, sounds and movements. What’s more, the theme of the lantern can be chosen in different ways. “Anything that can be designed on a lantern can make a wonderful show, and everyone is encouraged to turn their ideas into real works,” said Zhang Fanglai, a leading researcher at the Colorful Lantern Museum of China. And the rich themes of Zigong lanterns show the spirit of creativity and warmth from the bottom of the local people’s hearts. The government encourages local people to learn lantern-making widely. Without doubt, at the heart of the Zigong Lantern Festival’s success is the local tradition of pulling together. Zigong lanterns are getting more and more popular. Driven by the collective efforts of the whole city, they have reached over 80 countries. It’s believed that Zigong lanterns will reach every corner of the world in the future. 1．Which is the reason why Du Fu could probably enjoy Zigong lanterns? A．He was a poet of the Tang Dynasty when the Zigong Lantern Festival began. B．He preferred traditional arts from Sichuan Province. C．He was known for writing about modern technologies in lanterns. 2．Which is correct about Paragraph 2? ①It’s hard for makers to complete a huge lantern for exhibition. ②Holography is a kind of traditional technology. ③The workers of Zigong lantern-making work together in a team. ④Zigong lanterns are different from the lanterns in other places. A．①②③ B．①③④ C．②③④ 3．What is Paragraph 3 mainly about? A．The modern technologies used in Zigong lanterns. B．The history of how Zigong lantern themes developed. C．The rich themes of Zigong lanterns and their cultural meaning. 4．What is the main purpose of the government encouraging local people to learn lantern-making widely? A．To increase the number of lantern makers for international exhibition orders. B．To improve the traditional lantern-making skills by more people’s practice. C．To spread Zigong lantern culture further to the world. 5．What is the best structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2...) A． B． C． 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文介绍了四川自贡灯会的历史起源、制作工艺、主题特色与全球传播，展现了这一国家级非物质文化遗产如何结合传统与现代技术，成为中国文化走向世界的闪亮名片。 1．细节理解题。根据“The Zigong Lantern Festival dates back to the Tang Dynasty.”可知，自贡灯会追溯到唐代，杜甫是唐代诗人，A项表述正确。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Zigong lanterns use modern technologies such as AI, mechanical engineering (机械工程), and holography(全息摄影术).”可知，全息摄影术是现代科技，不是传统技术，②错误；根据“Making a huge lantern for exhibition (展览) requires 17 steps,”和“took about 80 makers over 50 days to complete the whole process”可知，制作需17道工序、80人耗时50天，说明难度大，①正确；根据“Each step is finished by a team instead of a single maker,”可知，自贡灯笼制作工人们以团队形式共同工作，③正确；根据“Unlike the lanterns in other places, Zigong lanterns use modern technologies such as AI,”可知，自贡彩灯与其他地区的灯不同，④正确。故选B。 3．主旨大意题。根据第三段内容可知，第三段围绕“彩灯主题的多样性”展开，说明主题选择多元且蕴含文化内涵。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“The government encourages local people to learn lantern-making widely...Driven by the collective efforts of the whole city, they have reached over 80 countries.”可知，自贡灯会是中华文化走向世界的名片，且彩灯已远销80多国，可推断，政府鼓励当地人广泛学习彩灯制作的主要目的是传播文化。故选C。 5．篇章结构题。根据文章内容可知，第一段总起，介绍自贡彩灯的地位、历史与文化价值；第二段讲制作工艺与现代科技（分论点1）；第三段讲主题多样性与文化内涵（分论点2）；第四段介绍了政府的大力支持以及人们对自贡灯笼前景的展望。所以本文是“总—分—总”结构。故选A。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） What is bamboo? Is it a tall, thin tree or a kind of grass? To many people’s surprise, it is a kind of fast-growing grass! Bamboo grows naturally in Africa, Asia, America and Australia. It has a hollow stem. This makes bamboo very light and easy to carry with much space inside. Bamboo has been used for thousands of years and in many countries. China, one of the oldest and largest producers of bamboo, has been making use of it for more than 5,000 years. In ancient times, Chinese people used it for many things, such as clothes, houses and boats. One of the world’s oldest pipes (水管) was also made from bamboo. Chinese people loved the grass so much that they wrote many poems about it. In India, bamboo was important for traditional arts and musical instruments. In Africa, people once used bamboo for buildings, food and even medicine. Today, new uses are still being discovered and developed. As people search for a material that is good for the environment, bamboo often tops the list. It gives off about 35% more O2 than a tree of similar size. It also takes in a lot of CO2. Also, bamboo grows very fast—some can grow over a meter a day! This makes it a good renewable resource (可再生资源). As a result, bamboo seems like a perfect choice for everything. It’s an excellent building material. It can be used to make soft and fast-drying clothes. It’s also strong enough to make beautiful chairs, beds and tables. It seems as if its uses are never-ending. As scientists study bamboo more, we can see that it will help us live in a better, greener world. 1．Why did the writer ask questions at the beginning of the passage? A．To catch the readers’ attention. B．To show new research findings. C．To compare different kinds of bamboo. 2．The underlined word “hollow” in Paragraph 1 can be put in ________? A．The old tree is ________ so that small animals like to live in it. B．After freezing all night, the water in the bowl turned into ________ ice. C．The building was built with ________ stones, so it’s strong enough to stay there for centuries. 3．What is Paragraph 2 mainly about? A．The history of growing bamboo in China. B．The cultural meaning of bamboo in China. C．The traditional uses of bamboo in different cultures. 4．What does the underlined word “This” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A．The common use of bamboo. B．The rapid growth of bamboo. C．The ability of bamboo to produce O2. 5．What does the writer think of the future of bamboo use? A．Risky. B．Bright. C．Worrying. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了竹子的植物学特征、历史用途、环保优势以及广泛的现代应用，并展望了竹子在未来的积极作用。 1．推理判断题。根据“What is bamboo? Is it a tall, thin tree or a kind of grass? To many people’s surprise, it is a kind of fast-growing grass!”可知，作者在开头通过提问来吸引读者的注意。故选A。 2．词句猜测题。根据“It has a hollow stem. This makes bamboo very light and easy to carry with much space inside.”可知，竹子内部有很多空间，所以很轻，易于携带。因此可推测“hollow”意为“空心的”。选项A“这棵老树是空心的，所以小动物喜欢住在里面”，“hollow”可填入选项A。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据“Bamboo has been used for thousands of years and in many counties.”可知，竹子已经被使用了数千年，并且在许多国家都有应用。本段主要讲述了竹子在不同文化中的传统用途。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“Also, bamboo grows very fast—some can grow over a meter a day! This makes it a good renewable resource.”可知，“This”指代的是前句提到的“bamboo grows very fast (竹子生长迅速)”。故选B。 5．观点态度题。根据“As a result, bamboo seems like a perfect choice for everything.”可知，作者对竹子未来的应用持积极、乐观的态度。“bright”意为“光明的，有希望的”。故选B。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中）As China makes new changes to its education, primary and secondary students are getting a nice new benefit—spring and autumn breaks. This new plan is made to reduce students’ study pressure and help them develop through useful activities outside the classroom. Lichuan city in Hubei province announced (宣布) its first autumn break on October 20th. The holiday runs from November 3rd to 7th. When put together with two weekends, students will enjoy a long nine-day break. Schools must follow the plan exactly without any changes. What’s more, they can’t give students written homework or any required tasks during this time. Students are very excited about this homework-free holiday. Ten-year-old Chen Mingshan, a fifth-grader, said happily that his parents would take him to the countryside. There, he can pick tangerines (橘子) and dig up sweet potatoes, and he doesn’t have to worry about homework at all. Other students also have great plans: one will go to his grandparents’ home to learn how to pick and process tea, another who loves the local dialect (方言) will learn Tujia folk songs from his grandparents and make a small “dialect music album”, and a group of classmates will visit the nearby Xingdoushan National protected area to observe migratory birds and plants and write a simple report. Teachers and parents all welcome this new holiday. Xiao Junling, a teacher at Chen’s school, said these activities have local features and let students learn through real experiences, turning hard-to-touch textbook knowledge into something they can feel in daily life. Huang Jie, a parent, is glad for the less busy travel time. He said his family can take a slow trip and let the children truly relax. This autumn break is more than just a rest— it’s a fun and helpful way for students to learn and grow. 1．How long is the autumn break with weekends included in Lichuan? A．5 days. B．7 days. C．9 days. 2．What are schools NOT allowed to do during the autumn break? A．Plan any activities for students.B．Change the time of the break. C．Give students written homework. 3．What can we know from the examples of students’ plans? A．Everyone must write a report about nature. B．All students will travel to other cities with parents. C．Students are free to choose meaningful experiences. 4．What can we infer (推断) about teachers and parents? A．They think the break is too long. B．They support the new autumn break. C．They don’t like the new autumn break. 5．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Why Lichuan city announced its first autumn break. B．How students plan to spend their autumn break. C．A new holiday (spring and autumn breaks) for students and its benefits. 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国实施春秋假，并举例湖北利川实施秋假的情况、部分学生的假期安排以及各方所持的积极态度。 1．细节理解题。根据“When put together with two weekends, students will enjoy a long nine-day break.”可知，加上周末，利川的秋假一共有9天。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“What’s more, they can’t give students written homework or any required tasks during this time.”可知，在秋假期间，学校不能给学生布置书面作业。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据“Ten-year-old Chen Mingshan…plants and write a simple report.”可知，学生有各种各样的假期计划，可以自由选择。故选C。 4．推理判断题。根据“Teachers and parents all welcome this new holiday.”可知，老师和家长十分欢迎这个假期，可推测老师和家长都很支持秋假。故选B。 5．主旨大意题。本文主要介绍了中国实施春秋假，并举例湖北利川实施秋假的情况、部分学生的假期安排以及各方所持的积极态度。故选C。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·四川成都·期中） The Internet provides a great amount of information. However, you might notice that the same ideas often reappear on certain social media platforms. If this happens, be careful. You may be in what’s called an echo chamber (回音室)—a space where only similar opinions spread. This phenomenon (现象), which has been around since the early times of human culture, has been greatly spread with the use of social media. Imagine ancient humans gathered around a bonfire, sharing only stories and experiences that strengthened their beliefs. Today, social media platforms connect people globally and enable the sharing of thoughts and beliefs. You might have noticed that social media advertising seems to “magically” understand your interests, presenting ads that are surprisingly related to you. This is the result of sophisticated algorithms (算法)—sets of instructions designed to perform tasks or solve problems. Every time we click, like, or share something, we leave a digital footprint that helps algorithms better understand our interests, values, and beliefs. Algorithms then use this information to provide content that meets our interests. Although echo chambers can provide a sense of belonging, they also bring some negative effects. Building a relationship with others only within a one-sided information space can misguide people’s opinions, making it hard for them to accept different points and discuss events with tons of information involved. Echo chambers can also contribute to increasing disagreement and anxiety, which further divides societies. They twist reality, mixing up fact and opinion. This weakness leaves us open to misinformation, influencing both personal decisions and societal dynamics. Luckily, there are many ways to break out of echo chambers. Actively looking for different information sources is rather important for overcoming these disadvantages. This can include diversifying (使多样化) our social media content, reading articles from different points of view, and joining meaningful discussions with people from different backgrounds. Besides, developing critical thinking skills is necessary. We should check facts and remain open to changing our opinions. 1．According to the passage, what is an “echo chamber”? A．A platform that connects people globally. B．A space where people can only get similar ideas. C．A place where people can freely express different opinions. 2．Why does the author mention ancient humans around a bonfire? A．To explain how algorithms were first invented. B．To encourage people to use more traditional methods. C．To compare their communication with modern social media. 3．Why do social media ads seem to understand users’ interests? A．Because ads are designed to solve problems. B．Because ads are carefully chosen by the platform. C．Because algorithms can follow users’ digital footprints. 4．How do echo chambers influence personal decision-making? A．They may blind people with similar information. B．They might make decisions better as well as faster. C．They may help provide balanced thoughts and information. 5．Which of the following is suggested as a way to break out of echo chambers? A．Following a few social media accounts. B．Pay close attention to factual information and be open. C．Joining discussions with meaningful topics. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．C 4．A 5．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了社交媒体中的 “回音室” 现象，分析其形成原因、负面影响及打破方法。 1．词句猜测题。根据“You may be in what's called an echo chamber—a space where only similar opinions spread.”可知，“回音室”是一个只有相似观点传播的空间。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“This phenomenon, which has been around since the early times of human culture, has been greatly spread with the use of social media. Imagine ancient humans gathered around a bonfire, sharing only stories and experiences that strengthened their beliefs. Today, social media platforms connect people globally and enable the sharing of thoughts and beliefs.”可知，作者提及篝火旁的古代人类是为了将他们的交流与现代社交媒体进行对比。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“Every time we click, like, or share something, we leave a digital footprint that helps algorithms better understand our interests, values, and beliefs. Algorithms then use this information to provide content that meets our interests.”可知，社交媒体广告能了解用户兴趣是因为算法可以追踪用户的数字足迹。故选C。 4．细节理解题。根据“Echo chambers can also contribute to increasing disagreement and anxiety, which further divides societies. They twist reality, mixing up fact and opinion. This weakness leaves us open to misinformation, influencing both personal decisions and societal dynamics.”可知，回音室可能会用相似的信息蒙蔽人们，影响个人决策。故选A。 5．细节理解题。根据“Besides, developing critical thinking skills is necessary. We should check facts and remain open to changing our opinions.”可知，关注事实信息并保持开放是打破回音室的方法之一。故选B。 / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题04 阅读理解（说明文） Passage 1 1．B 2．B 3．A 4．A 5．C Passage 2 1．C 2．A 3．A 4．C 5．A Passage 3 1．A 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．B Passage 4 1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．B Passage 5 1．B 2．A 3．A 4．B 5．B Passage 6 1．B 2．B 3．A 4．C 5．B Passage 7 1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 5．C Passage 8 1．A 2．B 3．C 4．B 5．B Passage 9 1．C 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．A Passage 10 1．C 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．A Passage 1 1．A 2．B 3．A 4．B 5．B Passage 2 1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．B Passage 3 1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．A Passage 4 1．C 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．C Passage 5 1．A 2．C 3．A 4．B 5．C Passage 6 1．C 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C Passage 7 1．B 2．B 3．B 4．A 5．C Passage 8 1．C 2．C 3．B 4．C 5．A Passage 9 1．C 2．A 3．B 4．C 5．B Passage 10 1．C 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A Passage 11 1．B 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．B Passage 1 1．A 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A Passage 2 1．A 2．A 3．C 4．B 5．B Passage 3 1．C 2．C 3．C 4．B 5．C Passage 4 1．B 2．C 3．C 4．A 5．B / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $