专题07 任务型阅读（期中真题汇编，辽宁专用）九年级英语上学期

专题07 任务型阅读 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳于洪区·期中） Most people want to be happy, but few know how to find happiness. Money and success alone do not bring lasting happiness. Aristotle, a Greek thinker, said, “Happiness depends on ourselves.” In other words, we make our own happiness. Here are a few suggestions to help you be happier. The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future—for example, getting into college or getting a good job—that we fail to enjoy the present. You should enjoy life’s simple pleasures, such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends. People who have several close friends often live happier and healthier lives. Another secret of living a happy life is to be active and have hobbies where you forget your problems and time. Many people like dancing or playing a sport, such as swimming. You can forget about your problems and only think about the activity. Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. Studies show that people feel good when they spend their time helping others. If you want to feel happier, do good things for someone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to buy food for an elderly person, or simply help out around the house by washing the dishes. 1．What did the Greek thinker Aristotle say about happiness? 2．What will you be unable to enjoy if you spend too much time thinking about the future? 3．How will many people feel when they spend their time helping others according to the study? 4．Which way of keeping happy would you prefer? Try to explain in at least 30 words. 【答案】1．Happiness depends on ourselves. 2．The present. 3．They will feel good/happier. 4．I prefer to be active. Because when I am active and have hobbies, I can forget my problems and only think about the activity. This makes me feel relaxed and happy. 【导语】本文探讨了如何获得幸福，指出金钱和成功并不能带来持久的幸福，真正的幸福取决于我们自己。文章给出了几个建议来帮助人们变得更快乐，包括享受生活中的简单事物、保持活跃并拥有爱好，以及在帮助他人中找到幸福。 1．根据“Aristotle, a Greek thinker, said, ‘Happiness depends on ourselves.’”可知，希腊思想家亚里士多德说幸福取决于我们自己。故填Happiness depends on ourselves. 2．根据“Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future—for example, getting into college or getting a good job—that we fail to enjoy the present.”可知，如果我们花太多时间思考未来，我们将无法享受当下。故填The present. 3．根据“Studies show that people feel good when they spend their time helping others. If you want to feel happier, do good things for someone.”可知，研究表明，当人们花时间帮助别人时，他们会感觉很好/更快乐。故填They will feel good/happier. 4．开放性回答，言之有理即可。参考答案为I prefer to be active. Because when I am active and have hobbies, I can forget my problems and only think about the activity. This makes me feel relaxed and happy. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳康平·期中） “OK class,” says Ms. Liu. “It’s time for our group project. Let’s get started!” Yi Han is the leader of one group. She is not looking forward to working with her group because a boy named Li Tian is always absent from the group meetings. He doesn’t follow the rules, and he refuses to do any work. This slows the whole group down. Yi Han considers telling Ms. Liu about these problems, but she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble. Instead, she decides to talk to him and find out what the problem is. She says, “Everyone is working hard on our project. But so far, you have done nothing. Is there something wrong?” Li Tian is quiet for a few seconds, and finally says, “It’s not that I don’t want to be in the group. Sometimes, I don’t really understand the things we’re learning. I know it’s not fair, but I don’t want to say something stupid, so I do nothing.” Now Yi Han understands. She remembers feeling lost in Maths last year. Everyone needs a hand sometimes. Li Tian isn’t lazy—he just needs help! “From now on,” she says, “I will do my best to help you feel more confident. Then you can do your share, and it will be fair for everyone.” “Thank you! I’ll try hard to do my part,” says Li Tian. Yi Han feels happy. She realizes that talking about problems is better than keeping them as secrets. 1．What does Ms. Liu ask her students to do? 2．Why does Yi Han not tell Ms. Liu about Li Tian’s problems? 3．What does Li Tian promise to do at last? 4．If you were Yi Han, would you act like her? Why or why not? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．She asks them to start (work on) their group project. 2．Because she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble. 3．He promises to try hard to do his part. 4．Yes. Talking first shows respect and can help solve real problems. If I help Li Tian with his problems, we will grow together and finish our project faster and better. This shows a team wins together, not alone.（合理即可） 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲了小组组长易涵发现组员李天不参与项目是因不懂相关知识，主动提出帮助后，李天承诺做好自己的工作，易涵也明白沟通比隐瞒问题更有效。 1．根据“‘OK class,’ says Ms. Liu. ‘It’s time for our group project. Let’s get started!’”可知，刘老师让学生们开始小组项目。故填She asks them to start (work on) their group project. 2．根据“Yi Han considers telling Ms. Liu about these problems, but she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble.”可知，易涵不想让李天陷入麻烦。故填Because she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble. 3．根据“‘Thank you! I’ll try hard to do my part,’ says Li Tian.”可知，李天承诺会努力做好自己的那份工作。故填He promises to try hard to do his part. 4．开放性试题，答案合理即可。故填Yes. Talking first shows respect and can help solve real problems. If I help Li Tian with his problems, we will grow together and finish our project faster and better. This shows a team wins together, not alone. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁朝阳双塔区·期中） Sometimes we may be angry with our parents. Whether at school or at home, we aren’t allowed to do many things at times. Look! A few young people are talking about their “problems” with their parents on WeChat (微信). Judy: My parents always hope I can be a good girl. What should a good girl in their eyes be like? I’m never allowed to hang out with friends at night. And I can’t wear too short skirts. On the Internet, I’m not allowed to talk to anyone strange to me. Are they really correct? I have no idea, but I only know I’m always upset! Paul: Compared with Judy’s parents, my parents seem a little better. I’m not allowed to go online on weekdays, but I can do it on weekends. They never allow me to wear any strange clothes like some of my friends, but they often buy new clothes for me. Sometimes on Saturdays or Sundays, they even take me to certain parties! Rosa: How lucky Paul is! I admire him a lot. Like Judy, my parents make many rules for me. For example, I’m not allowed to watch TV until I finish my homework. And I can’t keep my hair too long or make it curly. Besides, I’m never allowed to talk with any boy at any time. Are they really kind to me? I can’t stand them! Tony: I don’t think all that parents have done for us is wrong. In fact, they make rules to help us. We are young and active, but not serious enough to do everything well. My parents are also strict with me. They don’t allow me to do many things I like, either. However, I understand them. They are trying to lead me in a healthy and correct way so that I can grow up healthily. What do you think about these? 1．How many students share their “problems” with their parents? 2．Is Judy allowed to hang out with friends at night? 3．What does Rosa think of her family rules? 4．Are there any rules in your family? How do you like them? (No less than 30 words) 【答案】1．Four/2. 3．No, she isn’t. 4．She can’t stand them. 5．Yes, there are. My parents make me do my homework before playing and don’t allow me to eat too much junk food. I think these rules are good for me because they help me develop good habits and stay healthy. 【导语】本文主要讲述了几个年轻人（Judy、Paul、Rosa、Tony）在微信上讨论他们与父母之间的“问题”，包括父母对他们的一些限制和规定，以及他们对此的看法。 1．根据原文“Look! A few young people are talking about their ‘problems’ with their parents on WeChat (微信).”以及后文提到的Judy、Paul、Rosa、Tony四个人的发言，可知有四个学生分享了他们与父母的“问题”。故填Four/4. 2．根据Judy的发言“I’m never allowed to hang out with friends at night.”可知，Judy不被允许晚上和朋友出去玩。故填No, she isn’t. 3．根据Rosa的发言“Are they really kind to me? I can’t stand them!”可知，Rosa认为她的家庭规则让她无法忍受。故填She can’t stand them. 4．开放性作答，结合实际，言之有理即可。参考答案为Yes, there are. My parents make me do my homework before playing and don’t allow me to eat too much junk food. I think these rules are good for me because they help me develop good habits and stay healthy. 主题02 人与社会——观点看法 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳120中学·期中） Fashion trends (趋势) are around us, and can be exciting. A trend used to happen in a 20-year cycle, but the latest development of the Internet and clothing business has increasingly cut the length of the cycle short. Now, it seems there comes a new fashion trend every couple of months, but it still follows the same stages: ●A trend is usually first brought in during a big fashion show. Reporters, writers, and some other important people collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future. ●Then the trend is talked about online and finally worn by famous people to make it better accepted, which leads to the rise of the trend. ●Once the trend becomes popular, it will go to the public soon. Large clothing companies and shops begin following the trend so that everyone can get their hands on it. This is when the trend gets to the highest point. ●After that, the trend usually falls and becomes out of date. However, this is not always the end, as trends happen in broader cycles and most get popular again. Trends can be a great way to try something new and test your style. A survey says some people enjoy following trends because they keep fashion exciting and provide fresh ideas. However, others may not think so, especially when a trend doesn’t agree with how they feel about themselves. Trends can be fun, but sometimes prove a waste of money because many simply see trends as brands (品牌). So, should we follow fashion trends? Clearly, there’s no right answer whether to follow trends or not depends on how they go with your values, spending, and sense of self. It does not hurt to watch trend reports but never choose to follow them unless you really think they fit with your personal style. 1．How long does a new fashion trend last now? 2．Who usually first realizes a new fashion trend? 3．Which situation means the trend has reached the highest point? 4．Do you prefer brands when buying clothes? Why or why not? (Write 30 words or more.) 【答案】1．It lasts for a couple of months now. 2．Reporters, writers and some other important people. 3．Everyone can get their hands on it. 4．Yes, I do. Brand-name clothes often have better quality and unique designs. They are more comfortable to wear and not easy to break. Wearing them makes me feel more confident and can show my personal style well in daily life. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了时尚趋势的发展周期，包括新时尚趋势如今的持续时长、最先意识到新趋势的人群、趋势达到顶峰的情况，还探讨了人们对追随时尚趋势的不同看法以及是否应该追随时尚趋势的相关观点。 1．根据“Now, it seems there comes a new fashion trend every couple of months”可知，现在似乎每隔几个月就会出现一种新的时尚趋势，所以现在一个新的时尚趋势会持续几个月，故填It lasts for a couple of months now. 2．根据“A trend is usually first brought in during a big fashion show. Reporters, writers, and some other important people collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future.”可知，通常记者、作家和其他一些重要的人首先意识到时尚趋势，故填Reporters, writers and some other important people. 3．根据“Once the trend becomes popular, it will go to the public soon. Large clothing companies and shops begin following the trend so that everyone can get their hands on it. This is when the trend gets to the highest point.”可知，直到每个人都能买到它，时尚趋势达到顶峰，故填Everyone can get their hands on it. 4．本题为开放性问题，答案不唯一，结合自身和问题回答，如是的，因为品牌衣服有更好的质量和设计，穿着舒服，不容易坏，穿它们能使我自信，展示我的个人风格，等合理作答即可。故填Yes, I do. Brand-name clothes often have better quality and unique designs. They are more comfortable to wear and not easy to break. Wearing them makes me feel more confident and can show my personal style well in daily life. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁锦州8中·期中） Fashion trends (趋势) are around us, and can be exciting. A trend used to happen in a 20-year cycle, but the latest development of the Internet and clothing business has increasingly cut the length of the cycle short. Now, it seems there comes a new fashion trend every couple of months, but it still follows the same stages: ●A trend is usually first brought in during a big fashion show. Reporters and writers collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future. Some other important people take part in this process as well. ●Then the trend is talked about online and finally worn by famous people to make it better accepted, which leads to the rise of the trend. ●Once the trend becomes popular, it will go to the public soon. Large clothing companies and shops begin following the trend so that everyone can get their hands on it. This is when the trend gets to the highest point. ●After that, the trend usually falls and becomes out of date. However, this is not always the end, as trends happen in broader cycles and most get popular again. Trends can be a great way to try something new and test your style. A survey says some people enjoy following trends because they keep fashion exciting and provide fresh ideas. However, others may not think so, especially when a trend doesn’t agree with how they feel about themselves. Trends can be fun, but sometimes prove a waste of money because many simply see trends as brands (品牌). So, should we follow fashion trends? Clearly, there’s no right answer whether to follow trends or not depends on how they go with your values, spending, and sense of self. It does not hurt to watch trend reports but never choose to follow them unless you really think they fit with your personal style. 1．How long did a fashion trend use to last? 2．Who usually first realizes a new fashion trend? 3．What can help people to know about their styles? 4．Do you like brands better when buying clothes? Why or why not?（Write 30 words or more）. 【答案】1．20 years 2．Reporters, writers and some other important people 3．Trends/Fashion trends 4．I prefer brands when buying clothes. Because branded clothes usually have better quality. Their designs are nice and they are comfortable to wear. Also, they can last longer, so I think it’s worth the money. /I don’t prefer brands when buying clothes. Branded clothes are often expensive. But non-branded clothes have many nice styles too. They are cheap and can fit me well. I think it’s more important to choose clothes I really like. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了时尚趋势的发展周期变化，包括过去与现在的持续时间对比、趋势产生的阶段、人们对追随时尚趋势的不同看法，以及是否应该追随时尚趋势的建议。 1．根据文章第一段“A trend used to happen in a 20-year cycle”可知，过去时尚趋势持续20年。文中具体信息，可以直接提取。 2．根据文章第二段“Reporters and writers collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future. Some other important people take part in this process as well.可知，记者、作家和其他一些重要人物最先意识到新趋势。文中具体信息，可以直接提取。 3．根据文章第六段“Trends can be a great way to try something new and test your style.”可知，时尚趋势能帮助人们了解自己的风格。文中具体信息，可以直接提取。 4．本题为开放性问题，答案不唯一，需表明观点并阐述理由，且字数不少于30词。如表示喜欢品牌，可理由是质量好、设计独特、让人自信等；如表示不喜欢，可理由是价格高、非品牌也很舒适等。可表达为：I prefer brands when buying clothes. Because branded clothes usually have better quality. Their designs are nice and they are comfortable to wear. Also, they can last longer, so I think it’s worth the money. /I don’t prefer brands when buying clothes. Branded clothes are often expensive. But non-branded clothes have many nice styles too. They are cheap and can fit me well. I think it’s more important to choose clothes I really like. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳铁西·期中） After a busy day at work, I got on the train to go home. I went to a quiet area in order to read. I sat down and took out my book. Suddenly, a girl opposite me started playing loud music on her phone. What a shock! I almost jumped up in surprise. A minute later, the man next to me took out several packets of food. It was like he was on a picnic. People have to eat, of course, but the food was so smelly I was like someone had left a bag of dirty socks next to me. I covered my ears to block the noise coming from Rock Girl. I covered my nose to reduce the smell coming from Mr Smelly Food. I turned around to see the other passengers’ faces. They also seemed unhappy, but no one did anything. Will they think me a fool if I do something? I looked at the signs on the wall. They read “Please be quiet” and “No smelly food”. Everyone knows the rules, I thought. They aren’t just on the wall but also in our minds and hearts. And rules are there for us to follow! Suddenly, I took a deep breath, stood up and cleared my throat. “Let’s all remember the rules,” I said calmly, pointing at the signs. The music stopped and the food was put away. I finally read my book in peace. 1．Why did the writer go to a quiet area on the train? 2．What did the girl opposite the writer suddenly do? 3．How was the food the man was eating? 4．What do you think of the writer? Give your reason(s). Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．In order to read./To read. 2．She started playing loud music on her phone. 3．It was so smelly. 4．I think the writer is very brave and wise. He felt angry but did not shout. He stood up and reminded the girl and the man of the rules in a calm way, which solved the problem for everyone. 【导语】本文讲述了作者乘火车时遇他人违规扰序，在众人沉默下主动提醒遵守规则，最终恢复安静环境。 1．根据“I went to a quiet area in order to read”可知，作者去火车上的安静区域是为了阅读。故填In order to read./To read. 2．根据“a girl opposite me started playing loud music on her phone”可知，作者对面的女孩突然用手机播放很大声的音乐。故填She started playing loud music on her phone. 3．根据“the food was so smelly I was like someone had left a bag of dirty socks next to me”可知，这个男人吃的食物气味很难闻。故填It was so smelly. 4．开放性试题，答案不唯一，言之有理即可。参考答案为I think the writer is very brave and wise. He felt angry but did not shout. He stood up and reminded the girl and the man of the rules in a calm way, which solved the problem for everyone. 主题03 人与社会——健康 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东东港·期中） During the break times between classes, Xiao Jingsheng from Beijing Shangdi Experimental School often complained that he had little time for sports. But now that has changed. “I can have more time to rest and share interesting things with my classmates,” said the 14-year-old. Since last fall term, students at primary and middle schools have had longer breaks between classes. It has been changed from 10 minutes to 15 minutes. So students can spend more time outdoors on their physical and mental (心理的) health. To help children better enjoy break-time activities, some schools have opened up activity areas indoors. At the School Research Center, the ground floor of the teaching building is built as a biology lab for students to study the life of animals and plants. The second floor of it is used as spaces for free reading and chess games. Other schools have mixed break time with labor (劳动) education. For example, they open planting areas and animal feeding areas for students. “We have welcomed new friends to our school—some ducks and rabbits!” said Zhang Boren, a 13-year-old from Beijing 101 Middle School Kuangda Campus. “During the breaks, some play with these cute animals, while others exercise on the playground. We get closer to nature, which is refreshing and relaxing.” As the break time is longer, making sure everyone is safe is also important. PE teachers are busy keeping an eye on students playing on the ground. “Sometimes the ground can be wet in the morning, so we tell the students to do more upper body exercises to avoid running and slipping (滑倒) ,” said one PE teacher. 1．How long is the break between classes in Beijing now? 2．Where can students do some reading for free at the School Research Center? 3．Why are PE teachers busy during the break time? 4．What do you think of your longer breaks? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．15 minutes. 2．On the second floor of the teaching building. 3．To make sure everyone is safe./Because making sure everyone is safe is also important. 4．Great. We can have enough time for outdoor activities and get close to nature. That is good for our physical and mental health. Also, it provides more chances for us to communicate and share with classmates./… 【导语】本文介绍了北京中小学将课间休息时间从10分钟延长至15分钟的调整，讲述了学校为丰富学生课间活动增设的各类区域，以及课间休息时的安全保障措施，体现了这一调整对学生身心的益处。 1．根据“Since last fall term, students at primary and middle schools have had longer breaks between classes. It has been changed from 10 minutes to 15 minutes.”可知，现在北京中小学的课间休息时长是15分钟。故填15minutes. 2．根据“At the School Research Center, the ground floor of the teaching building is built as a biology lab... The second floor of it is used as spaces for free reading and chess games.”可知，在学校研究中心的教学楼二楼可以免费阅读。故填On the second floor of the teaching building. 3．根据“As the break time is longer, making sure everyone is safe is also important. PE teachers are busy keeping an eye on students playing on the ground.”可知，体育老师课间忙碌是为了确保每个人的安全。故填To make sure everyone is safe./Because making sure everyone is safe is also important. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可。故填Great. We can have enough time for outdoor activities and get close to nature. That is good for our physical and mental health. Also, it provides more chances for us to communicate and share with classmates./… Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山海城·期中） Many of us don’t pay much attention to the importance of eye care. It is said that if you take care of your body, then you can surely be healthy. That is why our eyes should be given a lot of care. Natural eye care should be put in a number one place. There are several causes leading to poor eyesight like not enough food, genes (基因) and aging (老化). Televisions, computers and reading are also the causes of having poor eyesight. If you happen to work in front of the computer, it is best to take a break every once in a while. Something dirty can cause redness and it will make you feel uncomfortable. It is bad for your eyes, too. If this happens, the best way is to clean your eyes by using cold water. You must also try your best to protect your eyes from harmful things. For example, sunglasses are not just for fashion but they can also serve as a great way to protect your eyesight from UV rays. Eating healthy foods will do good to your eyesight. Remember that vitamins A, C and E are good for eyes. Try to eat food groups that have these vitamins. And you should do eye exercises because exercise protects your eyesight, too. If a person does regular exercise and eats the right kind of food, his eyes will stay in good condition for a long time. All above are natural ways of eye care that help us keep healthy eyes. Being happy all the time can be helpful to a person’s eyesight, too. In a word, eye care is very important, no matter how old a person is. 1．What should you do if you work in front of the computer? 2．Why do people wear sunglasses in the strong sunlight? 3．What kind of food is good for eyes? 4．How can you keep eyes healthy besides eating healthy food and doing eye exercises? 【答案】1．It is best to take a break every once in a while. 2．To protect your eyesight from UV rays. 3．The food groups that have vitamins A, C and E. 4．Being happy all the time, taking regular breaks when using electronic screens, cleaning eyes with cold water when uncomfortable and wearing sunglasses to protect eyes from harmful rays. 【导语】本文主要介绍了自然护眼的重要性及具体方法，包括引发视力差的原因和对应的护眼措施。 1．文章第二段“If you happen to work in front of the computer, it is best to take a break every once in a while.”表明在电脑前工作时应时不时休息。答案几乎是原文引述。 2．文章第二段“For example, sunglasses are not just for fashion but they can also serve as a great way to protect your eyesight from UV rays.”表明人们在强光下戴太阳镜是为保护视力免受紫外线伤害。这是原文中的具体原因信息，可直接提取。 3．文章第三段“Remember that vitamins A, C and E are good for eyes.”与第四段“Try to eat food groups that have these vitamins.”表明对眼睛好的食物是含有维生素A、C、E的食物组。答案几乎是原文引述。   4．开放性问题，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Being happy all the time, taking regular breaks when using electronic screens, cleaning eyes with cold water when uncomfortable and wearing sunglasses to protect eyes from harmful rays. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳大东区·期中） Autumn in the UK was always a fun time when I was a child. At school, we loved collecting conkers (板栗). They fall from trees. Finding a perfect conker felt great! We played the classic game called conkers (打板栗游戏). You tie a string to a conker and try to hit your friend’s conker. It is such a popular game that there’s even a World Conker Championship every October. Autumn is also a time for food. At home, my mom makes delicious British dumplings. Different from Chinese jiaozi, these dumplings are served in a warm meat soup. They are perfect for autumn days. By David House In the US, apples are the stars of fall. People drink apple juice and enjoy apple pie. Many people travel to farms to play bobbing for apples. In that game, you keep your hands behind your back and try to pick up apples from water—using only your teeth! Pumpkin spice latte (南瓜香料拿铁) is another fall favorite at coffee shops like Starbucks. But one US fall food you may not know is chili. Chili is a dish made with meat, beans, onions and tomatoes. People often put cheese on top. For me, homemade chili was a happy part of growing up. It filled my stomach and warmed my heart. By Patrick McCarthy 1．When is there the World Conker Championship? 2．What food does David’s mom make in autumn? 3．Where does Patrick McCarthy come from? 4．What do you prefer to do in autumn? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Every October. 2．British dumplings. 3．The US. 4．In autumn, I like to go hiking and enjoy the colorful leaves. The weather is cool and perfect for outdoor activities. It’s a great time to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty. 【导语】本文通过两位作者的视角，分别描述了英国和美国的秋季传统活动与食物。英国孩子喜欢玩板栗游戏，还有世界锦标赛；美国家庭则享受苹果派、南瓜拿铁和辣椒炖菜等秋季美食。 1．根据“there’s even a World Conker Championship every October”可知，世界板栗锦标赛在每年十月举行，故填Every October. 2．根据“my mom makes delicious British dumplings”可知，David的妈妈在秋天会做英式饺子，故填British dumplings. 3．根据“In the US”和作者署名“By Patrick McCarthy”可知，Patrick来自美国，故填The US. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可。故填In autumn, I like to go hiking and enjoy the colorful leaves. The weather is cool and perfect for outdoor activities. It’s a great time to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·重庆·期中） Some girls today love xiaoxianrou, or “little fresh meat”, which refers to young male stars who are delicate (精致的) and cute. Lin Bing just wants to be that man, so he has spent around 80,000 yuan on his face since his first plastic surgery (整形手术) four years ago. “Getting plastic surgeries is just as usual as bodybuilding. Both make men more handsome and confident,” says the 33-year-old young man. Lin Bing is among a growing number of Chinese men using plastic surgeries to change their physical appearance (外貌) to increase their self-confidence. In 2024, the market for medical beauty in China was worth more than 695 billion yuan. Surprisingly, around 25 percent of customers were males, while this was only 5 percent in 2020, according to a report by plastic surgery social networking app Gengmei. There is a rising trend (潮流) of young men turning to plastic surgeries; most male customers are in their teens or 20s. “Some men just want to please themselves, while others hope to improve their possibility in the job market,” says Wang Jun, vice-president of marketing for Gengmei. “Men are under the same social stress as women and their confidence and competitiveness would be more or less weakened by facial and body weaknesses.” However, Fan Jufeng, director of the Plastic Surgery Department at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, does not encourage people, no matter men or women, to “blindly” go under the knife. Fan points out that people should think about the risks of plastic surgeries first. Fan also warned the public of the bad influences of live streaming celebrities (流量明星) who spread the misunderstanding—“Pretty goes above all else.” He advised that whether to have plastic surgeries should be based on personal needs. Fan says, “Think twice about it. After all, a rich and beautiful inner beauty is far more important than a pretty face.” 1．Are there more and more Chinese men using plastic surgeries? 2．According to Wang Jun, why do more and more young men turn to plastic surgeries? 3．What should people think about before going under the knife according to the experts? 4．If one of your friends isn’t satisfied with his/ her appearance, and he/ she wants to try plastic surgery, what will you say to him/ her?Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1． Yes, there are. 1． Because some want to please themselves and others hope to improve their possibility in the job market. 1． They should think about the risks of plastic surgeries. 1． I will advise him/her to think twice and value inner beauty more. 【导语】本文介绍了越来越多的中国男性通过整形手术改变外貌的现象、原因及专家的风险提醒。 1．第二段“Lin Bing is among a growing number of Chinese men using plastic surgeries...”表明，越来越多的中国男性使用整形手术。 2．第三段“Some men just want to please themselves, while others hope to improve their possibility in the job market”表明，原因包括取悦自己和提高就业可能性。 3．第四段“Fan points out that people should think about the risks of plastic surgeries first.”表明，专家建议先考虑手术风险。 4．最后一段“Think twice about it. After all, a rich and beautiful inner beauty is far more important than a pretty face.”表明，专家建议三思，内在美远比漂亮的脸蛋重要。 主题04 人与社会——寓言故事 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连庄河市·期中） Some people think they know everything, but Anansi the spider didn’t think that. He knew that to have real wisdom (智慧), he had to learn more. One day, Anansi found an empty basket and he had an idea. “If I get advice from others and put it in this basket, then I will be wiser than anyone else in the world.” So, he went from house to house and asked the other animals, “What’s your best piece of advice?” And they were all happy to share their wisdom. The bee said, “You should never judge (评判) people by their looks. Under an ugly coat, there’s often a beautiful heart.” The snail (蜗牛) said, “Don’t be in a hurry. Life isn’t a 100-metre race.” The ant said, “You’ll never be great on your own. Everyone needs the help of others.” The fly said, “Work for eight hours, sleep for eight hours, and play for eight hours.” Anansi was happy with the advice he got. He thought, “I have more wisdom now but I must hide it, so no one can steal (偷) it.” He looked around and saw a hole high up in the tree. “That’s where I’ll hide the wisdom,” he said. But the basket was so big that Anansi could hardly climb the tree. His son was nearby watching him. “Daddy, why not tie the basket to your back to climb the tree?” “Cool. Thank you for sharing your advice,” said Anansi, and at that moment he realized that advice is only useful when we share it with someone. So, he climbed the tree with the basket on his back. When he reached the top, he held the basket up to the wind. All the advice flew into the sky and travelled across the land. And wisdom came to everyone. 1．Where did Anansi put the wisdom he got? 2．Why did he want to hide the wisdom at first? 3．What did Anansi realize after talking with his son? 4．What can you learn from Anansi? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．He put the wisdom in an empty basket. 2．Because he didn’t want anyone to steal his wisdom. 3．He realized that advice is only useful when we share it with someone. 4．I can learn that wisdom and advice are only useful when we share them with others. We shouldn’t keep knowledge to ourselves. Instead, sharing makes the world a better place and helps everyone grow together. 【导语】本文是一篇童话故事。文章主要讲述了蜘蛛Anansi从其他动物那里收集智慧放在篮子里，原本想将其藏起来，但在儿子的启发下，他意识到智慧只有分享才有用，最终将智慧散播给所有人的故事。 1．根据文章第二段“If I get advice from others and put it in this basket, then I will be wiser than anyone else in the world.（如果我从别人那里得到建议并把它放在这个篮子里，那么我将比世界上任何人都聪明。）”可知，Anansi把他得到的智慧放在了篮子里。 2．根据文章第八段“I have more wisdom now but I must hide it, so no one can steal it.（我现在有了更多的智慧，但我必须把它藏起来，这样就没有人能偷走它了。）”可知，他起初想把智慧藏起来是因为不想让别人偷走。 3．根据文章第九段“...he realized that advice is only useful when we share it with someone.（……他意识到建议只有当我们与他人分享时才有用。）”可知，他在和儿子交谈后意识到建议只有在分享时才有用。 4．本题为开放性试题，要求写出从Anansi身上学到了什么，且字数在30词或以上。结合文章主旨，Anansi最终选择将智慧分享给所有人，说明智慧和知识只有在分享时才能发挥最大的价值。言之有理，语法正确，字数达标即可。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁葫芦岛兴城市·期中） Once upon a time, there was a man named Zhang Liang. One day, he was walking on a bridge when an old man passed by. The old man threw his shoe off the bridge and shouted at him, “Get my shoe back!” Zhang was angry because the old man was impolite, but he kept his cool. He climbed down, picked up the shoe and returned. Then the old man said, “Put it on for me!” Though strange, Zhang still helped him. The old man laughed and walked away. After a while, he returned and said, “You, young man, have good potential (潜力). Five days from now, meet me here at dawn (黎明)!” Zhang didn’t know what would happen, but he agreed. Five days later, Zhang arrived early. The old man was already there and he looked angry. “You are late! Is that how you normally treat an elderly man?” he said. “Come earlier in five days.” Then he left. Another five days passed, Zhang arrived when it was still dark. Again, the old man was already waiting. “You’re late again!” he said annoyedly. “Come earlier in five days!” Five more days later, Zhang rushed to the bridge before midnight. After a while, the old man appeared and smiled, “This is how it should be!” He took a book out and said, “Read this, and you can make many great achievements in ten years.” Zhang was excited, and with the help of the book, he made his mark in Chinese history. Sometimes, a little kindness and patience can bring you good luck. 1．Where did Zhang Liang see the old man? 2．What did the old man ask Zhang Liang to do after throwing his shoe? 3．How many times did the old man make Zhang Liang meet him? 4．Think about a time when you showed kindness to someone and how you felt, please share it with us. Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．On the bridge. 2．Pick up the shoe and put it on for him./Get his shoe back and put it on for him. 3．Three./4. 5．开放性试题。Last term, I helped a classmate with math homework after class. Though I was tired and wanted to go home, I explained it step by step until she totally understood. It made me happy. Now we often study together and we become good friends.（答案不唯一，合理即可） 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了张良在桥上遇到一位老人，通过帮老人捡鞋、穿鞋以及多次准时赴约的考验，最终获得兵书并取得成就的故事，告诉我们善良和耐心能带来好运。 1．根据第一段“One day, he was walking on a bridge when an old man passed by.”可知，张良是在桥上见到老人的，直接摘抄原文信息即可。 2．根据第一段“The old man threw his shoe off the bridge and shouted at him, ‘Get my shoe back!’”和第二 段“Then the old man said, ‘Put it on for me!’”可知，老人让张良捡回鞋并帮他穿上，综合原文信息即可。 3．根据第三段“Five days from now, meet me here at dawn!”、第四 段“Come earlier in five days.”和第五段“Come earlier in five days!”以及第六段最终见面授书可知，老人共让张良赴约见面三次，综合原文信息即可。 4．开放性试题。本题要求分享一次对他人的善意经历及感受，字数需30词以上。答案不唯一，言之有理即可。参考答案为：Last term, I helped a classmate with math homework after class. Though I was tired and wanted to go home, I explained it step by step until she totally understood. It made me happy. Now we often study together and we become good friends. 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳浑南区·期中） There was a boy who got angry all the time. His parents were worried about him. So, they finally decided to ask a teacher for help. The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay (黏土) first. The boy nodded his head in agreement. Soon, he got angry because he thought it was meaningless. But he told himself to control his anger and finish the teacher’s task first. Then the boy was ordered to heat one in the fire. After a while, he came back with the heated heart. The teacher told him to break the heart rather than place it carefully. Although the boy was doubtful, he picked up a stone and broke it. It was broken easily. Then he was asked to break the other to see if it was different from the heated one. But it was also broken at once. Then the teacher explained patiently, “These hearts are like our real hearts. When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger. You think the heated heart could be much stronger, but in fact it is very fragile (脆弱的). So, when someone makes you angry, you should learn to make right decisions—keep love and forgiveness (宽容) in your heart instead of hurting others with bad words.” 1．Why were the boy’s parents worried about him? 2．What did the teacher ask the boy to do first? 3．When will our hearts heat up because of anger according to the text? 4．What should you do when someone makes you unhappy? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Because the boy got angry all the time. 2．The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay first. 3．When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger. 4．When someone makes me unhappy, I should stay calm first instead of getting angry. I’ll try to understand the situation and communicate politely. Also, I’ll keep love and forgiveness in my heart to avoid hurting others. 【导语】本文讲述一个易怒男孩通过老师用黏土心做的实验，明白愤怒会让人心变得脆弱，应学会控制情绪，用爱与宽容对待他人。 1．根据“There was a boy who got angry all the time. His parents were worried about him”可知，男孩总是生气让父母很担心，故填Because the boy got angry all the time. 2．根据“The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay first”可知，老师首先让男孩用黏土做两颗心，故填The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay first. 3．根据“When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger”可知，当我们无法自控时，内心会因愤怒而升温，故填When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger. 4．开放性试题，言之有理即可，故填When someone makes me unhappy, I should stay calm first instead of getting angry. I’ll try to understand the situation and communicate politely. Also, I’ll keep love and forgiveness in my heart to avoid hurting others. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳虹桥中学·期中） Max read more than anyone he knew. He loved to read during all of his free time. His friends laughed at him because he would rather read than play video games. One day, Max was reading a magazine article about volcanoes (火山) and told his friends all about them. The very next week, his class was given a science project on volcanoes. Guess who everyone wanted in their project group? Max’s friends weren’t laughing at him anymore. Max ended up being in a group with Liz, Anna and Josh. The project was to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model. Max made copies of the magazine article about volcanoes, so his project partners could read about them, too. They also went to the library for more information about volcanoes together. The group met at Anna’s house that night to organize the information and decide what they wanted to put on the poster board. They all asked Max what he thought was the most important. Then they decided on the following steps together. The next night, they met at Josh’s house to build their volcano. First, they made a volcano shape with the cardboard, and then they covered the shape in brown and red clay. The red was lava (岩浆) flowing down the volcano. They also put red clay at the top of the volcano to make it look like it was erupting (喷发). The volcano looked great. When they handed in their project, their work won the teacher’s and classmates’ praise. Thanks to Max’s good habit, they earned an A on both parts of the project. 1．What were the students going to do for the science project on volcanoes? 2．Who are Max’s partners? 3．How did Max’s group members feel after they handed in their project? 4．What lesson can you learn from this story? (Write more than 30 words) 【答案】1．They were going to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model. 2．Liz, Anna and Josh. 3．They felt great. 4．We should develop good reading habits because reading brings many benifts. It opens our minds, increases our knowledge, improves our imagination and can unexpectedly help us succeed in school projects and real-life situations. 【导语】本文讲述了热爱阅读的Max通过知识帮助小组完成火山课题并获得好评的故事。 1．根据“The project was to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model.”可知，学生们需要制作关于火山的信息海报并建造火山模型。故填They were going to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model. 2．根据“Max ended up being in a group with Liz, Anna and Josh.”可知，Max的合作伙伴是Liz、Anna和Josh。故填Liz, Anna and Josh. 3．根据文章最后一段“their work won the teacher’s and classmates’ praise…earned an A”可知，小组因项目受到表扬而感觉很棒。故填They felt great. 4．通过全文可知，Max的阅读习惯最终帮助小组取得成功，说明我们应该养成阅读的习惯。故填We should develop good reading habits because reading brings many benifts. It opens our minds, increases our knowledge, improves our imagination and can unexpectedly help us succeed in school projects and real-life situations. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连中山区·期中） Q: My friend is perfect. She seems to be good at everything. But I’m not. I don’t know why she chose me as her friend. I’m tired of being friends with her, but she’s my only friend. What should I do? - Juliet A: Dear Juliet, I know how you feel. As an amateur (业余爱好的) guitarist, I sometimes play with very great musicians. It used to make me feel stressed out. But now, I think differently. I just work harder at my instrument. Now that (既然) they agree to play with me, I have reason to believe I must be good at something. So I take the opportunity to watch, listen and learn from them. If this girl wants to be your friend, it’s because she sees something good in you. You earn (赢得) her friendship. Keep being your wonderful self. Daniel B: Dear Juliet, I also have a “perfect” friend. And I used to worry that I wasn’t good enough to be her friend. One day I told her my worries. But she said she would always accept who I am and be my best friend forever. I was moved by her words and we hugged. We’ve been able to build a stronger friendship ever since. I suggest you do the same thing. If she is a true friend, she’ll understand you. Maybe she can even help you become a better person. Ye Beibei 1．What’s Juliet’s problem? 2．In Daniel’s opinion, why would this girl be friends with Juliet? 3．What does Ye Beibei suggest Juliet do? 4．What is your advice for Juliet? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Juliet’s friend seems perfect at everything while she isn’t. She’s tired of being friends with her but the friend is her only one, and she doesn’t know what to do. 2．Because the girl sees something good in Juliet and Juliet earns her friendship. 3．Ye Beibei suggests Juliet tell her friend about her worries. 4．You can try to find your own advantages. Maybe you are kind or good at listening, which makes your friend like you. Also, you can learn from your friend’s strengths to improve yourself. Don’t be sad; your friend values you, and that’s the most important thing. 【导语】本文是一篇应用文，以书信问答形式呈现，Juliet因朋友过于完美而感到自卑和疲惫，Daniel和Ye Beibei分别给出了自己的建议。 1．根据“My friend is perfect. She seems to be good at everything. But I’m not. I don’t know why she chose me as her friend. I’m tired of being friends with her, but she’s my only friend. What should I do?”可知，Juliet的问题是她不知道为什么完美的朋友会选择她做朋友，并且她对这段友谊感到疲惫，但对方又是她唯一的朋友。故填Juliet’s friend seems perfect at everything while she isn’t. She’s tired of being friends with  her but the friend is her only one, and she doesn’t know what to do. 2．根据“If this girl wants to be your friend, it’s because she sees something good in you. You earn her friendship.”可知，Daniel认为这个女孩愿意和Juliet做朋友是因为她看到了Juliet身上的优点。故填Because the girl sees something good in Juliet and Juliet earns her friendship. 3．根据“One day I told her my worries.”和“I suggest you do the same thing.”可知，Ye Beibei建议Juliet向朋友说出自己的烦恼。故填Ye Beibei suggests Juliet tell her friend about her worries. 4．此题为开放性试题，答案需围绕“给Juliet的建议”展开。可以鼓励Juliet珍惜友谊、提升自己、加强沟通等，符合情境且积极正面即可。故填You can try to find your own advantages. Maybe you are kind or good at listening, which makes your  friend like you. Also, you can learn from your friend’s strengths to improve yourself. Don’t be sad; your friend values you, and that’s the most important thing. 主题02 人与社会——著名人物 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁营口盖州·期中） At the Paris 2024 Olympics, 21-year-old Zheng Qinwen made history. She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal. On August 3rd, Zheng beat Croatia’s Donna Vekic in the women’s final. The win is China’s best result in the Olympic tennis women’s singles event. Zheng was so excited that she threw her racquet (球拍) into the air and lay on the ground to celebrate the historic moment for herself and China. “I’m so happy that I could make history for Chinese tennis because I have always wanted to be one of the players who can win a medal for our country. And right now, I am one of them,” Zheng said. Zheng succeeded because of her great talent (天赋) in tennis. But her success also comes from her self-discipline (自律) and hard work. She follows a strict diet in her daily life. She seldom has snacks or drinks. She eats chicken breast and broccoli during the competition. For most people, such eating habits are hard to imagine, but for Zheng, this is an important part of keeping her best condition (状态) in competitions. What’s more, she gets up at 4:30 a.m. for training. She is always the first to arrive at the court and the last to leave. She never slacks off (偷懒) during training. Zheng’s win at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a big deal. It shows that with hard work and a strong will, dreams can come true. Zheng is a great role model for young people. As for the future, she says she still has many dreams to realize and that she will work harder. 1．What history did Zheng Qinwen make? 2．Where does Zheng’s success come from? 3．What makes Zheng keep her best condition in competitions? 4．What will you do in life and study after learning from Zheng Qinwen? (At least 30 words) 【答案】1．She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal. 2．Zheng succeeded because of her great talent in tennis and her self-discipline and hard work 3．Good eating habits and getting up early. 4．After learning from Zheng Qinwen, in life, I will be more self-disciplined. I’ll follow a healthy diet and avoid snacks and unhealthy drinks. In study, I’ll get up early and work hard. I’ll never slack off during my study time and always strive to achieve my goals. 【导语】本文主要讲述了21岁的郑钦文在2024年巴黎奥运会上创造了历史，成为首位赢得奥运会网球单打金牌的中国选手，介绍了她的成功源于天赋、自律和努力工作，并表明她将成为年轻人的榜样。 1．根据“She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal.”可知郑钦文成为了首位赢得奥运会网球单打金牌的中国选手。故填She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal. 2．根据“Zheng succeeded because of her great talent (天赋) in tennis. But her success also comes from her self-discipline (自律) and hard work”可知郑钦文的成功源于她在网球方面的天赋、自律和努力工作。故填Zheng succeeded because of her great talent in tennis and her self-discipline and hard work 3．根据“She follows a strict diet in her daily life. She seldom has snacks or drinks. She eats chicken breast and broccoli during the competition. For most people, such eating habits are hard to imagine, but for Zheng, this is an important part of keeping her best condition (状态) in competitions...What’s more, she gets up at 4:30 a.m. for training. ”可知良好的饮食习惯和早起让她在比赛中保持最佳状态。故填Good eating habits and getting up early. 4．开放性试题，言之合理即可。参考答案为After learning from Zheng Qinwen, in life, I will be more self-disciplined. I’ll follow a healthy diet and avoid snacks and unhealthy drinks. In study, I’ll get up early and work hard. I’ll never slack off during my study time and always strive to achieve my goals. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁盘锦大洼区·期中） The greatest scientists are famous not only for their discoveries, but also for their interesting lives. Having a special, uncommon mind often goes hand in hand with unusual acts. Nikola Tesla is known for many inventions. One is the alternating-current (AC) electricity (交流电). While inventing, Tesla was good at keeping things in mind, because he used picture thinking and imagined every step in his mind first. Tesla said he wanted to do it because of his mother, who invented small electrical machines when he was a child. Another scientist encouraged by his mother was Albert Einstein, though what he got from his mother was a love of music. In fact, Einstein often played music on the piano and violin to help him brainstorm. Einstein’s great works include the most famous E= mc2 and his theory of relativity. However, thanks to his wild hair, he is also well-known for the looks of a “mad scientist” and you can tell that he had some interesting quirks (怪癖). For example, he had a strong dislike of wearing socks. Sometimes, the smartest of us are also the strangest. That quiet child in the corner may one day be the next Tesla or Einstein. 1．What is one of Tesla’s famous inventions? 2．Why could Tesla keep things in mind while inventing? 3．What did Einstein get from his mother to help brainstorm? 4．Which scientist mentioned in the passage do you like more? Give your reason(s). Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Alternating-current (AC) electricity. 2．Because he used picture thinking and imagined every step in his mind first. 3．A love of music. 4．I like Nikola Tesla more. He had an amazing ability to use picture thinking to imagine every step of his inventions before starting, and his mother’s influence on his love for science makes his story even more inspiring. This combination of great talent and a warm family connection really catches my attention. (答案不唯一) 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要介绍了Nikola Tesla和Albert Einstein两位伟大科学家的发明成就、受母亲的影响以及他们生活中有趣的怪癖。 1．根据第二段“One is the alternating-current (AC) electricity (交流电).”可知，特斯拉著名的发明之一是交流电。 2．根据第二段“While inventing, Tesla was good at keeping things in mind, because he used picture thinking and imagined every step in his mind first.”可知，他使用图像思维，首先在脑海中想象每一步是特斯拉在发明时能记住事情的原因。 3．根据第三段“Another scientist encouraged by his mother was Albert Einstein, though what he got from his mother was a love of music.”可知，爱因斯坦从母亲那里获得了对音乐的热爱来帮助他的头脑风暴。 4．本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一。可以结合文章中介绍的两位科学家的成就作答，需满足字数要求。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连沙河口区·期中） Just after Wu Yanni finished her 60m hurdles semifinals (跨栏半决赛) in 8.01 seconds (秒) at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, she knew she had made history. Although she did not reach the final, the 27-year-old Chinese hurdler (跨栏运动员) broke China’s 11-year-old national record of 8.02 seconds. It also helped her become No.1 in Asia. Wu’s progress has been non-stop. Since 2018, she has won five national 100m hurdles titles (冠军). Last season, she got a ticket to the Paris Olympics in the 100m hurdles and improved her 60m hurdles mark from 8.15 seconds to 8.06. Hurdling tests power and speed (速度), so getting faster by even 0.01 seconds is really hard. To get better, Wu spent her training time building up her body. Her weighted squats (负重深蹲) went up from 90kg to 120kg, and her starting speed got faster. Now Wu has set her eyes on bigger goals (目标). Her next is to break the national record of 100m hurdles before trying for an Asian record and an Olympic final. “I can’t keep telling myself how good I am. I need to focus on (专注于) improving my skills.” Wu said. 1．What did Wu Yanni do to make history in Nanjing? 2．How many national 100m hurdles titles has Wu won since 2018? 3．Why is it hard to get faster by 0.01 seconds in hurdling? 4．Wu works for her goals. What’s your goal in your life? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．She finished her 60m hurdles semifinals in 2.01 seconds. 3．Five. 4．Hurdling tests power and speed. 5．One possible version: My goal is to improve English writing skills. I’ll do more reading. Then I’ll write a short paragraph every day and ask my teacher for advice. At last, I plan to study some writing guides. 【导语】本文主要讲述了吴艳妮在2025年世界田径室内锦标赛上的表现，包括她打破全国纪录、成为亚洲第一的经历，以及她过往的成就、训练方式和对未来的目标。 1．根据第一段“Just after Wu Yanni finished her 60m hurdles semifinals (跨栏半决赛) in 8.01 seconds (秒) at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, she knew she had made history.”可知，吴艳妮在南京以8.01秒完成60米跨栏半决赛从而创造了历史。故填She finished her 60m hurdles semifinals in 8.01 seconds. 2．根据第三段“Since 2018, she has won five national 100m hurdles titles (冠军).”可知，自2018年以来，吴艳妮赢得了五个全国100米跨栏冠军。故填Five. 3．根据第四段“Hurdling tests power and speed (速度), so getting faster by even 0.01 seconds is really hard.”可知，跨栏考验力量和速度，所以哪怕快0.01秒都很难。故填Hurdling tests power and speed. 4．这是一个开放性问题，答案因人而异。但可以根据文章内容和自身情况来回答。故填My goal is to improve English writing skills. I’ll do more reading. Then I’ll write a short paragraph every day and ask my teacher for advice. At last, I plan to study some writing guides. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连79中·期中） New Tables, New tales What is “Tischtennis”? It’s fine if you have no idea. But Fan Zhendong, the Chinese table tennis superstar, knows the word very well now. “Tischtennis” means “table tennis” in German. These days, Fan even greets journalists with “Guten Tag,” instead of “Da Jia Hao.” It’s not surprising that Fan is picking up German—when in Germany, speak as the Germans speak. The Olympic champion has joined 1. FC Saarbrücken-Tischtennis. This German table tennis club is one of the strongest in Europe. For the 2025-26 season, Fan will compete with his new teammates in the Tischtennis-Bundesliga (TTBL, 德国乒乓球甲级联赛), the German Cup and the Champions League. Many fans see Fan as a leader of China’s new generation of table tennis players. But the star isn’t just pleased to rest at the top of his sport. Instead, he says he is “looking forward to more challenges.” That’s why he set off on a new journey in Germany. It takes real courage for a top player like him to make such a decision. Moving to foreign soil is no walk in the park. Language is only the first hurdle. Fan also needs to get used to the tables, the balls and the opponents. Everything feels a bit different from back home in China. On his TTBL debut on August 31, he even lost both of his matches. Fortunately, he soon seemed to hit his stride (渐入佳境). On his second matchday, September 7, he helped his team get its first victory of the season, and one week later, its first home win. Are you a fan of Fan? Would you follow his example and challenge yourself with something new? Perhaps you’re memorizing new words, studying new subjects and getting used to new teachers as a new school year begins. You might feel like a fish out of water at first. But, just as Fan’s new opponents will sharpen his skills, your challenges will shape you into a stronger, wiser person. As Fan continues to explore his new world, remind yourself not to fear the challenges in your own life. See them as stepping stones on your own path to growth. 1．What does “Tischtennis” mean? 2．Why did Fan Zhendong decide to start a new sport journey in Germany? 3．What challenges is Fan facing? List one. 4．How will you challenge yourself with something new? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．It means “table tennis” in German. 2．He wants to seek new challenges and not simply remain at the top in China. 3．He must adjust to different equipment, such as tables and balls. 4． I plan to challenge myself by learning a new skill, like playing a musical instrument. This will help me develop my interest in music. I can enjoy a relaxing time during my leisure hours. 【导语】本文主要介绍了中国乒乓球超级明星樊振东在训练时遇到的部分经历并帮助球队取得胜利，最后强调勇敢面对生活中的挑战。 1．根据“‘Tischtennis’ means ‘table tennis’ in German.”可知，“Tischtennis”在德语中意为“乒乓球”。故填It means “table tennis” in German. 2．根据“But the star isn’t just pleased to rest at the top of his sport. Instead, he says he is ‘looking forward to more challenges.’”可知，这位明星并不满足于仅仅停留在自己运动的巅峰。相反，他表示自己“期待迎接更多挑战”，即表示“他想要寻求新的挑战，而不仅仅是在中国保持顶尖地位”。故填He wants to seek new challenges and not simply remain at the top in China. 3．根据“Fan also needs to get used to the tables, the balls and the opponents.”可知，樊振东也需要适应球桌、球和对手，这是他面临的挑战，任选一个即可。故填He must adjust to different equipment, such as tables and balls. 4．本题为开放性答案，答案不唯一，结合自身实际情况表明你会如何用新事物来挑战自己，合理作答即可。故填I plan to challenge myself by learning a new skill, like playing a musical instrument. This will help me develop my interest in music. I can enjoy a relaxing time during my leisure hours. 主题03 人与社会——传统文化 Passage 1 （25-26·辽宁抚顺顺城区·期中） Three years ago I moved back to America, but some wonderful memories (记忆) in China have always stayed with me which made me fall in love with Chinese culture. One day, in one corner of a restaurant in Beijing, I saw a painted clay dog: green and blue, with large ears and a long tail. The dog was smiling at me all through dinner. Over the next few days, I kept thinking about it. I searched for information about the dog and finally knew where it was from—Fengxiang, Shaanxi Province. As the Chinese New Year holiday was coming up, my husband and I decided to go there to explore the clay culture. We arrived at a tiny village in Fengxiang. There was only a street with a row of modest (朴素的) homes. We walked into the workrooms, where lots of clay animals sat on tables and waited for coats of paint. One of the workers explained that the objects were nisu, dating back to the Spring and Autumn period. They are decorative (装饰性的) objects and most of them often modeled on Chinese animal signs, with floral patterns (花卉图案) and bright colors. Locals make a living by selling them to visitors. My husband and I spent the rest of the afternoon walking around the village. We finally left with our arms full of clay animals. 1．What made the author unforgettable in the restaurant? 2．Why did the author go to Fengxiang? 3．How do people in Fengxiang make a living? 4．Which traditional Chinese art form do you like best? Give your reasons. Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．A painted clay dog. 2．To explore the clay culture./Because she wanted to explore the clay culture. 3．By selling nisu to visitors. 4．I like Chinese painting best. Because I like the colors and simple lines used in the paintings. Also, the paintings help to experience spirits behind the subjects and we can taste the beauty of our Chinese culture. When I enjoy Chinese painting, I think I’m touching the real art./I like paper cutting best. Because it’s a perfect way to train me to be patient and careful. Secondly, paper cutting works are great presents for my family and friends on special occasions, especially during some festivals. They are symbols of wishes for good luck. (本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一，合理即可) 【导语】本文主要讲述了作者在北京一家餐馆的一角，看到一只彩绘的泥狗。由此开启了她和丈夫的凤翔之旅。他们在凤翔体验了传统中国艺术形式泥塑，并且最终满载而归。 1．根据“One day, in one corner of a restaurant in Beijing, I saw a painted clay dog: green and blue, with large ears and a long tail. The dog was smiling at me all through dinner. Over the next few days, I kept thinking about it”可知，在餐馆里，一只彩绘的泥狗让作者难以忘怀。故填A painted clay dog. 2．根据“I searched for information about the dog and finally knew where it was from—Fengxiang, Shaanxi Province. As the Chinese New Year holiday was coming up, my husband and I decided to go there to explore the clay culture”可知，作者搜索了关于这只狗的信息，终于知道了它来自哪里——陕西凤翔。随着中国新年假期的临近，她和丈夫决定去那里探索一下粘土文化。故填To explore the clay culture./Because she wanted to explore the clay culture. 3．根据“One of the workers explained that the objects were nisu, dating back to the Spring and Autumn period...Locals make a living by selling them to visitors”可知，当地人靠卖泥塑给游客为生。故填By selling nisu to visitors. 4．本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一，合理即可。参考答案为I like Chinese painting best. Because I like the colors and simple lines used in the paintings. Also, the paintings help to experience spirits behind the subjects and we can taste the beauty of our Chinese culture. When I enjoy Chinese painting, I think I’m touching the real art./I like paper cutting best. Because it’s a perfect way to train me to be patient and careful. Secondly, paper cutting works are great presents for my family and friends on special occasions, especially during some festivals. They are symbols of wishes for good luck. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁本溪·期中） When Xiong Chuanfa, 34, blows a lifelike tiger out of sugar in just minutes, kids look at him in surprise, thinking he is a magician. Xiong has been blowing sugar figurines (吹糖人) for over twenty years. Blowing sugar figurines is a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of over 600 years and has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产). Every morning, Xiong prepares the sugar and drives to different markets in Nanchang to start his magic show. He heats the sugar, pulls off a little to make a ball and blows it into different shapes—a rabbit, a monkey, and even a Bing Dwen Dwen, the mascot of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. People, especially little kids, are interested in his skills. To draw young people closer to the art, he also stops by colleges. Many college students have been drawn to the art, waiting in line for hands-on experience. Among them, Simon, a foreign student, couldn’t help having a try. Though it looked easy, he found it difficult to make it. Thanks to Xiong’s help. Simon finally saw a horse slowly taking shape. Simon was deeply moved after learning about the art. “I just can’t believe the traditional folk art be kept so well here. I love it. Chinese culture should be spread around the world.” he said. This art has been passed down (传承) for four generations (代) in Xiong’s family. His 6-year-old son often blows sugar balloons, just like what he used to do as a child. “We will pass on the intangible cultural heritage,” said Xiong. 1．How long has blowing sugar figurines been around? 2．Why does Xiong Chuanfa stop by colleges? 3．Was blowing sugar figurines easy or difficult for Simon? 4．What’s your favorite traditional Chinese art form? What will you do to pass it down? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．Over 600 years. 2．To draw young people closer to blowing sugar figurines. 3．Difficult. 4．Paper cutting. I’ll learn paper cutting from my art teacher and start a club to get more classmates interested in it. I will also make short videos about the art and share them online. (开放性试题，言之有理即可) 【导语】本文介绍了吹糖人这一中国传统民间艺术及其传承人熊传发如何通过自己的努力让更多年轻人了解并喜爱这门技艺。 1．根据文中“Blowing sugar figurines is a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of over 600 years.”可知，吹糖人已有六百多年的历史。故填Over 600 years. 2．根据文中“To draw young people closer to the art, he also stops by colleges.”可知，熊传发去高校是为了让年轻人更接近这门艺术。故填To draw young people closer to blowing sugar figurines. 3．根据文中“Though it looked easy, he found it difficult to make it.”可知，Simon发现吹糖人并不容易。故填Difficult. 4．开放性试题，回答合理即可。参考答案为Paper cutting. I’ll learn paper cutting from my art teacher and start a club to get more classmates interested in it. I will also make short videos about the art and share them online. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东凤城·期中） “Humans can develop certain abilities we aren’t born with by practicing animals’ movements,” the traditional Chinese Wushu lovers believed in the past—and still do today. Chinese Five-Animal Exercises, also known as Wuqinxi, are the first complete set of qigong exercises following the movements of animals: monkeys, deer, birds, bears and tigers. They were created by one of the greatest doctors in Chinese history, Hua Tuo, more than 1,800 years ago. The Five-Animal Exercises are well-designed to help blood circulation and let the energy go smoothly in the body so as to improve health. “The bear movements are good for the stomach. The tiger movements can reduce the pain in the back. The deer movements help reduce the fat around the waist (腰). The bird movements can help keep our knees healthy, and the monkey movements can be good for the heart,” said Hua Yi, the 59th inheritor (继承人) of Wuqinxi. For those new learners, the first few exercises might not go well. You may find it hard to focus. Wear comfortable clothes, keep peaceful in your mind, try to move slowly... Little by little, you’ll feel more and more harmonious with nature. You may even feel you become a tiger or a deer, walking in the forest freely. These exercises need no tools, and they are easy to learn. You can search online for the videos and practice them at any time when you feel like relaxing your body and mind. Because it’s fun to practice and good for health, Five-Animal Exercises are becoming more and more popular in recent years, not only in China, but also in many other places of the world. 根据语篇内容，按要求回答问题。 1．Who were the Five-Animal Exercises invented by? 2．What do people practice Five-Animal Exercises for? 3．List two suggestions for the new learners of Five-Animal Exercises according to the text. 4．Which animal exercise would you like to try most? And tell your reasons. (Write 30 words or more) 【答案】1． Hua Tuo. 2．For improving their health. 3．They should wear comfortable clothes/keep peaceful in their mind/try to move slowly. 4．I’d like to try the deer movements most. They help reduce the fat around my waist, which fits my need to keep a slim figure. Besides, slow and gentle deer moves can calm me down after busy study and make me feel relaxed. (答案不唯一) 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了中国传统健身功法“五禽戏”的发明者、练习目的、不同动作的功效、给初学者的建议以及其受欢迎的原因。 1．根据文章第2段“They were created by one of the greatest doctors in Chinese history, Hua Tuo, more than 1,800 years ago.”可知，五禽戏是由华佗发明的。 2．根据文章第3段“The Five-Animal Exercises are well-designed to help blood circulation, and let the energy go smoothly in the body so as to improve the health.”可知，人们练习五禽戏是为了改善健康。 3．根据文章第5段“Wear comfortable clothes, keep peaceful in your mind, try to move slowly...”可知，给初学者的建议包括穿舒适衣服、保持心态平和或缓慢移动等，任选两条即可。 4．本题要求选择最想尝试的动作并说明理由，需结合文章第4段提到的各动作功效进行阐述，且字数不少于30词，答案不唯一，合理即可。 主题04 人与社会——节假日生活 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连金普新区·期中） Grandparents Day Grandparents Day, celebrated on the first Sunday after Labour Day (first Monday in September) in the US, did not start as a way to sell cards and flowers. It is said that it had something to do with a determined (坚定的) woman, Marian McQuade. McQuade’s interest in connecting generations (一代人) began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm. After chores were done, she would visit elderly neighbours with her grandmother, often taking along food and gifts. These experiences, along with her close relationship with her grandmother, planted the seeds for a lifetime of helping the elderly. When McQuade grew up, she got married and became a housewife. She took care of her kids and had many grandchildren. She believed that spending time with your elderly loved ones was very important and wanted to create a holiday where families could enjoy themselves together. In the early 1970s, she started her journey to make the holiday a reality (现实). She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention in 1973 from Senator (参议员) Jennings Randolph. He introduced to the Senate the idea of making Grandparents Day a national holiday. His plan fell through in the Senate, but McQuade didn’t get discouraged (气馁的). After years of efforts, her hard work paid off on August 3rd in 1978, when the then president officially (正式地) made Grandparents Day a national holiday. He also stated (陈述) how important it was to honour grandparents and understand the value of family. Although Grandparents Day began in the US, it is now celebrated in many other countries. In Germany, Grandparents Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in October. In Mexico, it is on August 28th, when children often prepare a special meal for their grandparents or give gifts to them. 1．When did McQuade’s interest in connecting generations begin? 2．What did McQuade do to make the holiday a reality? 3．Do other countries celebrate Grandparents Day? 4．Do you agree to celebrate Grandparents Day? Why? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．It began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm. 2．She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention from a Senator. 3．Yes, they do. 4．Yes, I do. It’s a special day to remind us to show our love and thanks to our grandparents. They take care of us and tell us family stories. This day encourages us to visit them and make them feel loved and important. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了美国祖父母节的起源、创始人Marian McQuade为此做出的努力以及该节日在其他国家的庆祝情况。 1．根据第二段“McQuade’s interest in connecting generations began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm.”可知，她的兴趣始于童年时期，直接提取。故填It began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm. 2．根据第四段“She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention”可知，她通过打电话和写信给领导人来推动节日成为现实，概括行动。故填She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention from a Senator. 3．根据第五段“Although Grandparents Day began in the US, it is now celebrated in many other countries.”并列举了德国和墨西哥的例子，可知其他国家确实庆祝该节日，答案为肯定。故填Yes, they do. 4．开放性试题，结合文章主旨关于尊重老人和家庭价值进行阐述，表达赞成并给出理由，故填Yes, I do. It’s a special day to remind us to show our love and thanks to our grandparents. They take care of us and tell us family stories. This day encourages us to visit them and make them feel loved and important. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山岫岩·期中） A Wonderful Christmas Gift Christmas was so close, and so was Ann’s birthday. She wished she could get a new dress with frills (荷叶边) and lace (蕾丝) as a wonderful Christmas gift. But Ann did not want to ask her mom for that. She knew how hard her mom worked to make a living. Maybe she could make a wish —— maybe Santa Claus (圣诞老人) would come... At school her classmates were talking only about Christmas celebrations. “My rich aunt is surely going to give me a pretty doll again,” said Ria. “I have been hinting (暗示) about that costly watch to my parents,” told Tessie. Ann felt out of these conversations. She had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts. It was not just the gift that worried Ann. It was her mother. Recently she was working overtime and looked pale and worn out. Soon it was Christmas Eve. In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty. Every child went to bed eagerly waiting for the lovely gifts. Ann went to bed, wishing that at least this time she would get a gift from Santa Claus. Ann slowly drifted off to sleep. She dreamed of Santa riding in the snow... The next morning Ann jumped up after hearing her alarm. Out of her expectation, there lay a beautiful packet tied with a red ribbon near her bed. Inside the package was a pretty white dress with fluffy frills and attractive lace! Ann checked the gift carefully to find out who had given her this beautiful dress. Suddenly a small piece of paper fell out from the dress. Dear Ann, This dress is gifted to you for being a good girl. Hope you continue to do good things and help your mother. Your Loving friend, Santa Claus Ann felt that there was something familiar about this note. She looked into the note carefully. Then it struck her. She realized that this handwriting was similar to her mother’s. Her mother had worked overtime to save money to buy this expensive gift. Ann was happy beyond words. She knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift. 1．What did Ann want for Christmas? 2．Why did Ann feel out of the conversations of her classmates? 3．How was Ann’s house different from other people’s houses on Christmas Eve? 4．Did Ann think that she had been given the best Christmas gift? Why or why not? (Write 30 words or more) 【答案】1．She wished she could get a new dress with frills and lace as a wonderful Christmas gift. 2．Because she had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts. 3．In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty. 4．Yes, she did. Because her mother had worked overtime to save money to buy this expensive gift and she knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift. 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述安渴望圣诞礼物，妈妈加班买后装成圣诞老人送，安深感幸运。 1．根据“She wished she could get a new dress with frills (荷叶边) and lace (蕾丝) as a wonderful Christmas gift.”可知，安圣诞节想要一件带有荷叶边和蕾丝的新连衣裙。故填She wished she could get a new dress with frills and lace as a wonderful Christmas gift. 2．根据“She had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts.”可知，安觉得与同学们的对话格格不入是因为她既没有富裕的父母也没有富有的阿姨给她昂贵的礼物。故填Because she had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts. 3．根据“Soon it was Christmas Eve. In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty.”可知，在平安夜，安的房子和其他人的房子不同之处在于其他人家都有装饰好的圣诞树，而安的家又冷又空。故填In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty. 4．根据“Ann was happy beyond words. She knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift.”可知，安认为她得到了最好的圣诞礼物，因为她妈妈加班攒钱给她买了这个昂贵的礼物，她觉得自己是最幸运的女孩。故填Yes, she did. Because her mother had worked overtime to save money to buy this expensive gift and she knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东振兴区·期中） New Year is a wonderful time when family and friends come together to say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one. People all around the world celebrate the New Year with music, special food, and fireworks, though the celebration may take place at different times. In the UK, many people gather in London on December 31 to see the famous Big Ben clock tower and count down to midnight. Research suggests that millions also watch it on TV. At midnight, they sing Auld Lang Syne, a traditional Scottish song, to remember friends and family. In the US, people have similar customs. A famous tradition involves the dropping of a big ball in New York’s Times Square. Huge crowds gather to watch, and when the ball reaches the bottom, everyone wishes each other “Happy New Year!” The Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, holds great importance in China. People sweep out dust from their houses, hang couplets, set off fireworks, and enjoy lion or dragon dances. One very important custom is that people will all try to return home and enjoy the family dinner on the eve of the Spring Festival. Grandparents, parents, and children gather to eat delicious food and express best wishes for the whole family. This reunion shows that family is hugely important in Chinese culture. In Egypt, people celebrate Sham El-Nessim in April to mark the beginning of spring. The name of the festival means “smelling the breeze”. At this time, the weather becomes brighter, and the flowers and trees begin to show their colors. People paint eggs as symbols of new life and new beginnings. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater. Although New Year festivals are different all over the world, they have one thing in common. In almost every country, people believe that it is a special time to connect with their family and friends and show hope for the coming year. 1．When do the people in London celebrate New Year? 2．Why do all the Chinese people like to return home during the Spring Festival? 3．How do Egyptian people celebrate Sham El-Nessim? 4．What is your favorite Chinese festival? Why? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．On December 2. 3．Because they want to gather with their family./Because they want to have a reunion with family./Because family is hugely important in Chinese culture. 4．They paint eggs. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater. 5． My favorite Chinese festival is the Spring Festival. Because I can get together with my whole family, eat delicious food, and receive red envelopes from my elders, which makes me feel warm and happy. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了英国、美国、中国和埃及等不同国家庆祝新年的习俗，指出尽管庆祝时间和方式各不相同，但人们都重视与家人朋友团聚、寄托对新年的希望。 1．第二段明确指出“In the UK, many people gather in London on December 31 to see the famous Big Ben clock tower and count down to midnight”，这是原文中的直接信息，说明伦敦人在12月31日庆祝新年。 2．第三段点明“One very important custom is that people will all try to return home and enjoy the family dinner on the eve of the Spring Festival... This reunion shows that family is hugely important in Chinese culture”，这是对原文信息的概括总结，说明中国人春节回家是因为家庭在中国文化中非常重要，要团聚吃年夜饭。 3．第四段提到“People paint eggs as symbols of new life and new beginnings. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater”，这是原文中的直接信息，说明埃及人庆祝Sham El-Nessim的方式。 4．本题是开放性试题，答案不唯一，但观点需基于对中国节日的了解，结合节日习俗和意义作答即可。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·辽宁葫芦岛绥中·期中） The Spring Festival is always the most exciting and joyful time in China. Last year, Liu Ying’s family prepared for it early. According to the tradition, they cleaned every corner of the house and hung new couplets on the front door. On New Year’s Eve, the whole family got together in Liu’s grandparents’ house. Her grandma taught her how to wrap (包) dumplings properly. Though her first few dumplings looked quite funny—some were too fat, others too thin—everyone just laughed kindly. Liu’s grandmother put a coin in one special dumpling. It’s said that whoever eats the dumpling with the coin inside will have good luck. As midnight approached (临近), all the family enjoyed the delicious dumplings together at the family table. Since Liu Ying made the dumplings herself, she ate a few more. Suddenly, her cousin shouted happily—he had found the coin in the dumpling! How lucky! Then they all went outside to watch the fireworks. The dark sky lit up with bright colors, while the sounds of firecrackers (鞭炮) filled the air with joy. Standing there with her smiling family, Liu Ying truly understood why the Spring Festival means so much to Chinese people. It’s not just about the special foods or beautiful decorations (装饰). It’s about family being together, sharing laughter and love. It’s a time when everyone feels happy and hopeful for the new year. 1．Where are the new couplets hung according to the tradition? 2．What does the coin in the dumpling stand for (代表)? 3．Why did Liu Ying eat more dumplings? 4．What festival means much to you? Why? Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．On the front door. 2．Good luck. 3．Because she made the dumplings herself. 4．The Mid-Autumn Festival means much to me. On that night, my whole family get together under the full moon. We share sweet mooncakes and laugh together. It feels warm and reminds me that no matter how far we are, our hearts are always connected. 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了刘英一家准备和庆祝春节的传统习俗，以及作者对春节团圆意义的感悟。 1．根据文章第一段“hung new couplets on the front door”可知，对联是挂在前门上的。 2．根据文章第二段“whoever eats the dumpling with the coin inside will have good luck”可知，饺子里的硬币代表好运。 3．根据文章第三段“Since Liu Ying made the dumplings herself, she ate a few more”可知，她多吃饺子是因为那是她自己包的。 4．开放性试题。答案不唯一。本题询问对自己意义重大的节日及原因，需满足30词以上的要求，言之有理即可。 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山铁东区·期中） On Sept 3, a big military parade (阅兵) took place in Beijing. It has been 80 years since the victory (胜利) in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) and the World Anti-Fascist War (中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争). It was a time to remember and learn from history. In 1931, Japan occupied (占领) parts of Northeast China. In 1937, it started a full invasion (侵略). The Chinese people fought bravely for more than 10 years. About 35 million Chinese were killed or injured. China made a great contribution (贡献) to the victory in World War II in 1945 and helped bring peace to the world. These experiences show the Chinese people’s love of peace, not the “law of the jungle (丛林法则).” Today, the world must also choose between peace and war, dialogue and fighting. For example, Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution (和平宪法) . At the same time, the US has made imports (进口) more expensive. This is very bad for the world economy (经济). The experience of the World Anti-Fascist War showed that countries must work together to solve common problems. China now wants to improve its economy, science, culture, and relationships with other countries. The country also needs a modern army to stay safe and keep world peace. The parade has shown China’s support for peace. It also shows that the country has grown stronger after its painful (痛苦的) experiences in the past. 1．When did Japan start a full invasion? 2．List two things which are very bad for the world economy. 3．What did the experience of the World Anti-Fascist War show? 4．What do you think of the big military parade? Why? (Write more than 30 words) 【答案】1．In 2. 3．Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution; the US has made imports more expensive. 4．It showed that countries must work together to solve common problems. 5．I think the parade is meaningful. It not only helps people remember the history of the war and the brave Chinese people, but also shows China’s support for peace and its growth. It reminds the world to cherish peace. 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了纪念中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争胜利80周年阅兵的意义及其历史背景。 1．根据“In 1937, it started a full invasion”可知，日本在1937年发动了全面侵略。故填In 1937. 2．根据“Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution. At the same time, the US has made imports more expensive. This is very bad for the world economy”可知，日本修改和平宪法和美国提高进口价格对世界经济不利。故填Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution; the US has made imports more expensive. 3．根据“The experience of the World Anti-Fascist War showed that countries must work together to solve common problems”可知，世界反法西斯战争的经验表明各国必须合作解决共同问题。故填It showed that countries must work together to solve common problems. 4．此题为开放性题目，答案合理即可。故填I think the parade is meaningful. It not only helps people remember the history of the war and the brave Chinese people, but also shows China’s support for peace and its growth. It reminds the world to cherish peace. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·江苏常州·期中） In the big cities with many chances, some young people are now looking at China’s countryside for their dreams. Ren Yin, a 27-year-old young woman from Hongcun village in Hangzhou, is one of them. In 2017, China introduced the rural vitalization strategy (乡村振兴战略). It helps businesses, offers nice places to live and builds community spirit, making life better for people in the countryside. Ren wanted to have her own cafe and help her country. In 2022, she started a cafe in her village, just one year after she left her teaching job. Her parents weren’t on her side at the beginning. They thought her talents might not be used well. But Ren chose to follow her heart, saying that’s what her generation (一辈) does. Growing up after China’s reform and opening-up (改革开放) and the one-child policy (政策), Ren and others of her age are very independent (独立的). They know they want to follow their dreams, said China Youth Daily. However, starting a cafe is not easy. Ren is thankful for the support from the villagers who helped her find a place for her cafe and improved the roads. To attract (吸引) more people, she designed her cafe to look different, with a special shape and special drinks like mountain walnut-flavored lattes (山核桃味拿铁). But Ren knows it’s hard to keep her business going. So she hopes that when the nearby Jingshan Temple becomes a place of interest, it will help her cafe and other businesses in the area. Despite (尽管) the challenges, Ren doesn’t regret (后悔) moving back to the countryside. “I think many countryside areas in China are like hidden treasures waiting to be found,” she said. 1．In which year did Ren Yin leave her teaching job? 2．Why didn’t Ren Yin’s parents support her decision at first? 3．How did the people in the village support her? 4．What can you learn from Ren Yin’s story?Write 30 words or more. 【答案】1．In 2. 3．They thought her talents might not be used well. 4．By helping her find a place and improving roads. 5．We should hold on to our dream, never give up the dream easily, try our best to make our dream come true no matter what difficulties we face. (答案不唯一，合理即可) 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了27岁的任音（Ren Yin）放弃城市工作，回到家乡农村开设咖啡馆，追求梦想并助力乡村振兴的故事。 1．根据文章第二段“In 2022, she started a cafe in her village, just one year after she left her teaching job.”可知，她辞去教学工作是在2022年的前一年，即2021年。 2．根据文章第三段“They thought her talents might not be used well.”可知，这是父母起初不支持她决定的原因。 3．根据文章第五段“Ren is thankful for the support from the villagers who helped her find a place for her cafe and improved the roads.”可知，村民通过帮她找地方和修路来支持她。 4．本题为开放性试题，言之有理即可。如：根据文章第三段“But Ren chose to follow her heart...”及第七段“Ren doesn’t regret moving back to the countryside.”可知，我们可以学习她勇敢追随梦想、不畏挑战的精神。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山海城·期中） China’s “four great new inventions” in modern times have made the daily life of the public more and more convenient. They are the high-speed railway (HSR), shopping online, shared bikes and mobile phone payment. Living in Hong Kong, I knew them from the papers, the TV and the Internet. But last month I had the chance to experience all of them. As usual, the golden week stopped the traffic. It was hard to get a railway ticket anywhere in the train stations. But I bought a train ticket to Beijing on the Internet and paid for it through Zhifubao. It was even cheaper than it was bought in the station. Then we got on the high-speed train. I was shocked at its speed and quietness. There was no noise which the train made while running. It was reported that China has the longest h$ 专题07 任务型阅读 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳于洪区·期中） Most people want to be happy, but few know how to find happiness. Money and success alone do not bring lasting happiness. Aristotle, a Greek thinker, said, “Happiness depends on ourselves.” In other words, we make our own happiness. Here are a few suggestions to help you be happier. The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future—for example, getting into college or getting a good job—that we fail to enjoy the present. You should enjoy life’s simple pleasures, such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends. People who have several close friends often live happier and healthier lives. Another secret of living a happy life is to be active and have hobbies where you forget your problems and time. Many people like dancing or playing a sport, such as swimming. You can forget about your problems and only think about the activity. Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. Studies show that people feel good when they spend their time helping others. If you want to feel happier, do good things for someone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to buy food for an elderly person, or simply help out around the house by washing the dishes. 1．What did the Greek thinker Aristotle say about happiness? 2．What will you be unable to enjoy if you spend too much time thinking about the future? 3．How will many people feel when they spend their time helping others according to the study? 4．Which way of keeping happy would you prefer? Try to explain in at least 30 words. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳康平·期中） “OK class,” says Ms. Liu. “It’s time for our group project. Let’s get started!” Yi Han is the leader of one group. She is not looking forward to working with her group because a boy named Li Tian is always absent from the group meetings. He doesn’t follow the rules, and he refuses to do any work. This slows the whole group down. Yi Han considers telling Ms. Liu about these problems, but she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble. Instead, she decides to talk to him and find out what the problem is. She says, “Everyone is working hard on our project. But so far, you have done nothing. Is there something wrong?” Li Tian is quiet for a few seconds, and finally says, “It’s not that I don’t want to be in the group. Sometimes, I don’t really understand the things we’re learning. I know it’s not fair, but I don’t want to say something stupid, so I do nothing.” Now Yi Han understands. She remembers feeling lost in Maths last year. Everyone needs a hand sometimes. Li Tian isn’t lazy—he just needs help! “From now on,” she says, “I will do my best to help you feel more confident. Then you can do your share, and it will be fair for everyone.” “Thank you! I’ll try hard to do my part,” says Li Tian. Yi Han feels happy. She realizes that talking about problems is better than keeping them as secrets. 1．What does Ms. Liu ask her students to do? 2．Why does Yi Han not tell Ms. Liu about Li Tian’s problems? 3．What does Li Tian promise to do at last? 4．If you were Yi Han, would you act like her? Why or why not? Write 30 words or more. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁朝阳双塔区·期中） Sometimes we may be angry with our parents. Whether at school or at home, we aren’t allowed to do many things at times. Look! A few young people are talking about their “problems” with their parents on WeChat (微信). Judy: My parents always hope I can be a good girl. What should a good girl in their eyes be like? I’m never allowed to hang out with friends at night. And I can’t wear too short skirts. On the Internet, I’m not allowed to talk to anyone strange to me. Are they really correct? I have no idea, but I only know I’m always upset! Paul: Compared with Judy’s parents, my parents seem a little better. I’m not allowed to go online on weekdays, but I can do it on weekends. They never allow me to wear any strange clothes like some of my friends, but they often buy new clothes for me. Sometimes on Saturdays or Sundays, they even take me to certain parties! Rosa: How lucky Paul is! I admire him a lot. Like Judy, my parents make many rules for me. For example, I’m not allowed to watch TV until I finish my homework. And I can’t keep my hair too long or make it curly. Besides, I’m never allowed to talk with any boy at any time. Are they really kind to me? I can’t stand them! Tony: I don’t think all that parents have done for us is wrong. In fact, they make rules to help us. We are young and active, but not serious enough to do everything well. My parents are also strict with me. They don’t allow me to do many things I like, either. However, I understand them. They are trying to lead me in a healthy and correct way so that I can grow up healthily. What do you think about these? 1．How many students share their “problems” with their parents? 2．Is Judy allowed to hang out with friends at night? 3．What does Rosa think of her family rules? 4．Are there any rules in your family? How do you like them? (No less than 30 words) 主题02 人与社会——观点看法 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳120中学·期中） Fashion trends (趋势) are around us, and can be exciting. A trend used to happen in a 20-year cycle, but the latest development of the Internet and clothing business has increasingly cut the length of the cycle short. Now, it seems there comes a new fashion trend every couple of months, but it still follows the same stages: ●A trend is usually first brought in during a big fashion show. Reporters, writers, and some other important people collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future. ●Then the trend is talked about online and finally worn by famous people to make it better accepted, which leads to the rise of the trend. ●Once the trend becomes popular, it will go to the public soon. Large clothing companies and shops begin following the trend so that everyone can get their hands on it. This is when the trend gets to the highest point. ●After that, the trend usually falls and becomes out of date. However, this is not always the end, as trends happen in broader cycles and most get popular again. Trends can be a great way to try something new and test your style. A survey says some people enjoy following trends because they keep fashion exciting and provide fresh ideas. However, others may not think so, especially when a trend doesn’t agree with how they feel about themselves. Trends can be fun, but sometimes prove a waste of money because many simply see trends as brands (品牌). So, should we follow fashion trends? Clearly, there’s no right answer whether to follow trends or not depends on how they go with your values, spending, and sense of self. It does not hurt to watch trend reports but never choose to follow them unless you really think they fit with your personal style. 1．How long does a new fashion trend last now? 2．Who usually first realizes a new fashion trend? 3．Which situation means the trend has reached the highest point? 4．Do you prefer brands when buying clothes? Why or why not? (Write 30 words or more.) Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁锦州8中·期中） Fashion trends (趋势) are around us, and can be exciting. A trend used to happen in a 20-year cycle, but the latest development of the Internet and clothing business has increasingly cut the length of the cycle short. Now, it seems there comes a new fashion trend every couple of months, but it still follows the same stages: ●A trend is usually first brought in during a big fashion show. Reporters and writers collect what they have learned in the show and predict a trend in the near future. Some other important people take part in this process as well. ●Then the trend is talked about online and finally worn by famous people to make it better accepted, which leads to the rise of the trend. ●Once the trend becomes popular, it will go to the public soon. Large clothing companies and shops begin following the trend so that everyone can get their hands on it. This is when the trend gets to the highest point. ●After that, the trend usually falls and becomes out of date. However, this is not always the end, as trends happen in broader cycles and most get popular again. Trends can be a great way to try something new and test your style. A survey says some people enjoy following trends because they keep fashion exciting and provide fresh ideas. However, others may not think so, especially when a trend doesn’t agree with how they feel about themselves. Trends can be fun, but sometimes prove a waste of money because many simply see trends as brands (品牌). So, should we follow fashion trends? Clearly, there’s no right answer whether to follow trends or not depends on how they go with your values, spending, and sense of self. It does not hurt to watch trend reports but never choose to follow them unless you really think they fit with your personal style. 1．How long did a fashion trend use to last? 2．Who usually first realizes a new fashion trend? 3．What can help people to know about their styles? 4．Do you like brands better when buying clothes? Why or why not?（Write 30 words or more）. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳铁西·期中） After a busy day at work, I got on the train to go home. I went to a quiet area in order to read. I sat down and took out my book. Suddenly, a girl opposite me started playing loud music on her phone. What a shock! I almost jumped up in surprise. A minute later, the man next to me took out several packets of food. It was like he was on a picnic. People have to eat, of course, but the food was so smelly I was like someone had left a bag of dirty socks next to me. I covered my ears to block the noise coming from Rock Girl. I covered my nose to reduce the smell coming from Mr Smelly Food. I turned around to see the other passengers’ faces. They also seemed unhappy, but no one did anything. Will they think me a fool if I do something? I looked at the signs on the wall. They read “Please be quiet” and “No smelly food”. Everyone knows the rules, I thought. They aren’t just on the wall but also in our minds and hearts. And rules are there for us to follow! Suddenly, I took a deep breath, stood up and cleared my throat. “Let’s all remember the rules,” I said calmly, pointing at the signs. The music stopped and the food was put away. I finally read my book in peace. 1．Why did the writer go to a quiet area on the train? 2．What did the girl opposite the writer suddenly do? 3．How was the food the man was eating? 4．What do you think of the writer? Give your reason(s). Write 30 words or more. 主题03 人与社会——健康 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东东港·期中） During the break times between classes, Xiao Jingsheng from Beijing Shangdi Experimental School often complained that he had little time for sports. But now that has changed. “I can have more time to rest and share interesting things with my classmates,” said the 14-year-old. Since last fall term, students at primary and middle schools have had longer breaks between classes. It has been changed from 10 minutes to 15 minutes. So students can spend more time outdoors on their physical and mental (心理的) health. To help children better enjoy break-time activities, some schools have opened up activity areas indoors. At the School Research Center, the ground floor of the teaching building is built as a biology lab for students to study the life of animals and plants. The second floor of it is used as spaces for free reading and chess games. Other schools have mixed break time with labor (劳动) education. For example, they open planting areas and animal feeding areas for students. “We have welcomed new friends to our school—some ducks and rabbits!” said Zhang Boren, a 13-year-old from Beijing 101 Middle School Kuangda Campus. “During the breaks, some play with these cute animals, while others exercise on the playground. We get closer to nature, which is refreshing and relaxing.” As the break time is longer, making sure everyone is safe is also important. PE teachers are busy keeping an eye on students playing on the ground. “Sometimes the ground can be wet in the morning, so we tell the students to do more upper body exercises to avoid running and slipping (滑倒) ,” said one PE teacher. 1．How long is the break between classes in Beijing now? 2．Where can students do some reading for free at the School Research Center? 3．Why are PE teachers busy during the break time? 4．What do you think of your longer breaks? Write 30 words or more. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山海城·期中） Many of us don’t pay much attention to the importance of eye care. It is said that if you take care of your body, then you can surely be healthy. That is why our eyes should be given a lot of care. Natural eye care should be put in a number one place. There are several causes leading to poor eyesight like not enough food, genes (基因) and aging (老化). Televisions, computers and reading are also the causes of having poor eyesight. If you happen to work in front of the computer, it is best to take a break every once in a while. Something dirty can cause redness and it will make you feel uncomfortable. It is bad for your eyes, too. If this happens, the best way is to clean your eyes by using cold water. You must also try your best to protect your eyes from harmful things. For example, sunglasses are not just for fashion but they can also serve as a great way to protect your eyesight from UV rays. Eating healthy foods will do good to your eyesight. Remember that vitamins A, C and E are good for eyes. Try to eat food groups that have these vitamins. And you should do eye exercises because exercise protects your eyesight, too. If a person does regular exercise and eats the right kind of food, his eyes will stay in good condition for a long time. All above are natural ways of eye care that help us keep healthy eyes. Being happy all the time can be helpful to a person’s eyesight, too. In a word, eye care is very important, no matter how old a person is. 1．What should you do if you work in front of the computer? 2．Why do people wear sunglasses in the strong sunlight? 3．What kind of food is good for eyes? 4．How can you keep eyes healthy besides eating healthy food and doing eye exercises? Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳大东区·期中） Autumn in the UK was always a fun time when I was a child. At school, we loved collecting conkers (板栗). They fall from trees. Finding a perfect conker felt great! We played the classic game called conkers (打板栗游戏). You tie a string to a conker and try to hit your friend’s conker. It is such a popular game that there’s even a World Conker Championship every October. Autumn is also a time for food. At home, my mom makes delicious British dumplings. Different from Chinese jiaozi, these dumplings are served in a warm meat soup. They are perfect for autumn days. By David House In the US, apples are the stars of fall. People drink apple juice and enjoy apple pie. Many people travel to farms to play bobbing for apples. In that game, you keep your hands behind your back and try to pick up apples from water—using only your teeth! Pumpkin spice latte (南瓜香料拿铁) is another fall favorite at coffee shops like Starbucks. But one US fall food you may not know is chili. Chili is a dish made with meat, beans, onions and tomatoes. People often put cheese on top. For me, homemade chili was a happy part of growing up. It filled my stomach and warmed my heart. By Patrick McCarthy 1．When is there the World Conker Championship? 2．What food does David’s mom make in autumn? 3．Where does Patrick McCarthy come from? 4．What do you prefer to do in autumn? Write 30 words or more. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·重庆·期中） Some girls today love xiaoxianrou, or “little fresh meat”, which refers to young male stars who are delicate (精致的) and cute. Lin Bing just wants to be that man, so he has spent around 80,000 yuan on his face since his first plastic surgery (整形手术) four years ago. “Getting plastic surgeries is just as usual as bodybuilding. Both make men more handsome and confident,” says the 33-year-old young man. Lin Bing is among a growing number of Chinese men using plastic surgeries to change their physical appearance (外貌) to increase their self-confidence. In 2024, the market for medical beauty in China was worth more than 695 billion yuan. Surprisingly, around 25 percent of customers were males, while this was only 5 percent in 2020, according to a report by plastic surgery social networking app Gengmei. There is a rising trend (潮流) of young men turning to plastic surgeries; most male customers are in their teens or 20s. “Some men just want to please themselves, while others hope to improve their possibility in the job market,” says Wang Jun, vice-president of marketing for Gengmei. “Men are under the same social stress as women and their confidence and competitiveness would be more or less weakened by facial and body weaknesses.” However, Fan Jufeng, director of the Plastic Surgery Department at Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, does not encourage people, no matter men or women, to “blindly” go under the knife. Fan points out that people should think about the risks of plastic surgeries first. Fan also warned the public of the bad influences of live streaming celebrities (流量明星) who spread the misunderstanding—“Pretty goes above all else.” He advised that whether to have plastic surgeries should be based on personal needs. Fan says, “Think twice about it. After all, a rich and beautiful inner beauty is far more important than a pretty face.” 1．Are there more and more Chinese men using plastic surgeries? 2．According to Wang Jun, why do more and more young men turn to plastic surgeries? 3．What should people think about before going under the knife according to the experts? 4．If one of your friends isn’t satisfied with his/ her appearance, and he/ she wants to try plastic surgery, what will you say to him/ her?Write 30 words or more. 主题04 人与社会——寓言故事 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连庄河市·期中） Some people think they know everything, but Anansi the spider didn’t think that. He knew that to have real wisdom (智慧), he had to learn more. One day, Anansi found an empty basket and he had an idea. “If I get advice from others and put it in this basket, then I will be wiser than anyone else in the world.” So, he went from house to house and asked the other animals, “What’s your best piece of advice?” And they were all happy to share their wisdom. The bee said, “You should never judge (评判) people by their looks. Under an ugly coat, there’s often a beautiful heart.” The snail (蜗牛) said, “Don’t be in a hurry. Life isn’t a 100-metre race.” The ant said, “You’ll never be great on your own. Everyone needs the help of others.” The fly said, “Work for eight hours, sleep for eight hours, and play for eight hours.” Anansi was happy with the advice he got. He thought, “I have more wisdom now but I must hide it, so no one can steal (偷) it.” He looked around and saw a hole high up in the tree. “That’s where I’ll hide the wisdom,” he said. But the basket was so big that Anansi could hardly climb the tree. His son was nearby watching him. “Daddy, why not tie the basket to your back to climb the tree?” “Cool. Thank you for sharing your advice,” said Anansi, and at that moment he realized that advice is only useful when we share it with someone. So, he climbed the tree with the basket on his back. When he reached the top, he held the basket up to the wind. All the advice flew into the sky and travelled across the land. And wisdom came to everyone. 1．Where did Anansi put the wisdom he got? 2．Why did he want to hide the wisdom at first? 3．What did Anansi realize after talking with his son? 4．What can you learn from Anansi? Write 30 words or more. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁葫芦岛兴城市·期中） Once upon a time, there was a man named Zhang Liang. One day, he was walking on a bridge when an old man passed by. The old man threw his shoe off the bridge and shouted at him, “Get my shoe back!” Zhang was angry because the old man was impolite, but he kept his cool. He climbed down, picked up the shoe and returned. Then the old man said, “Put it on for me!” Though strange, Zhang still helped him. The old man laughed and walked away. After a while, he returned and said, “You, young man, have good potential (潜力). Five days from now, meet me here at dawn (黎明)!” Zhang didn’t know what would happen, but he agreed. Five days later, Zhang arrived early. The old man was already there and he looked angry. “You are late! Is that how you normally treat an elderly man?” he said. “Come earlier in five days.” Then he left. Another five days passed, Zhang arrived when it was still dark. Again, the old man was already waiting. “You’re late again!” he said annoyedly. “Come earlier in five days!” Five more days later, Zhang rushed to the bridge before midnight. After a while, the old man appeared and smiled, “This is how it should be!” He took a book out and said, “Read this, and you can make many great achievements in ten years.” Zhang was excited, and with the help of the book, he made his mark in Chinese history. Sometimes, a little kindness and patience can bring you good luck. 1．Where did Zhang Liang see the old man? 2．What did the old man ask Zhang Liang to do after throwing his shoe? 3．How many times did the old man make Zhang Liang meet him? 4．Think about a time when you showed kindness to someone and how you felt, please share it with us. Write 30 words or more. 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳浑南区·期中） There was a boy who got angry all the time. His parents were worried about him. So, they finally decided to ask a teacher for help. The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay (黏土) first. The boy nodded his head in agreement. Soon, he got angry because he thought it was meaningless. But he told himself to control his anger and finish the teacher’s task first. Then the boy was ordered to heat one in the fire. After a while, he came back with the heated heart. The teacher told him to break the heart rather than place it carefully. Although the boy was doubtful, he picked up a stone and broke it. It was broken easily. Then he was asked to break the other to see if it was different from the heated one. But it was also broken at once. Then the teacher explained patiently, “These hearts are like our real hearts. When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger. You think the heated heart could be much stronger, but in fact it is very fragile (脆弱的). So, when someone makes you angry, you should learn to make right decisions—keep love and forgiveness (宽容) in your heart instead of hurting others with bad words.” 1．Why were the boy’s parents worried about him? 2．What did the teacher ask the boy to do first? 3．When will our hearts heat up because of anger according to the text? 4．What should you do when someone makes you unhappy? Write 30 words or more. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁沈阳虹桥中学·期中） Max read more than anyone he knew. He loved to read during all of his free time. His friends laughed at him because he would rather read than play video games. One day, Max was reading a magazine article about volcanoes (火山) and told his friends all about them. The very next week, his class was given a science project on volcanoes. Guess who everyone wanted in their project group? Max’s friends weren’t laughing at him anymore. Max ended up being in a group with Liz, Anna and Josh. The project was to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model. Max made copies of the magazine article about volcanoes, so his project partners could read about them, too. They also went to the library for more information about volcanoes together. The group met at Anna’s house that night to organize the information and decide what they wanted to put on the poster board. They all asked Max what he thought was the most important. Then they decided on the following steps together. The next night, they met at Josh’s house to build their volcano. First, they made a volcano shape with the cardboard, and then they covered the shape in brown and red clay. The red was lava (岩浆) flowing down the volcano. They also put red clay at the top of the volcano to make it look like it was erupting (喷发). The volcano looked great. When they handed in their project, their work won the teacher’s and classmates’ praise. Thanks to Max’s good habit, they earned an A on both parts of the project. 1．What were the students going to do for the science project on volcanoes? 2．Who are Max’s partners? 3．How did Max’s group members feel after they handed in their project? 4．What lesson can you learn from this story? (Write more than 30 words) Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连中山区·期中） Q: My friend is perfect. She seems to be good at everything. But I’m not. I don’t know why she chose me as her friend. I’m tired of being friends with her, but she’s my only friend. What should I do? - Juliet A: Dear Juliet, I know how you feel. As an amateur (业余爱好的) guitarist, I sometimes play with very great musicians. It used to make me feel stressed out. But now, I think differently. I just work harder at my instrument. Now that (既然) they agree to play with me, I have reason to believe I must be good at something. So I take the opportunity to watch, listen and learn from them. If this girl wants to be your friend, it’s because she sees something good in you. You earn (赢得) her friendship. Keep being your wonderful self. Daniel B: Dear Juliet, I also have a “perfect” friend. And I used to worry that I wasn’t good enough to be her friend. One day I told her my worries. But she said she would always accept who I am and be my best friend forever. I was moved by her words and we hugged. We’ve been able to build a stronger friendship ever since. I suggest you do the same thing. If she is a true friend, she’ll understand you. Maybe she can even help you become a better person. Ye Beibei 1．What’s Juliet’s problem? 2．In Daniel’s opinion, why would this girl be friends with Juliet? 3．What does Ye Beibei suggest Juliet do? 4．What is your advice for Juliet? Write 30 words or more. 主题02 人与社会——著名人物 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁营口盖州·期中） At the Paris 2024 Olympics, 21-year-old Zheng Qinwen made history. She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal. On August 3rd, Zheng beat Croatia’s Donna Vekic in the women’s final. The win is China’s best result in the Olympic tennis women’s singles event. Zheng was so excited that she threw her racquet (球拍) into the air and lay on the ground to celebrate the historic moment for herself and China. “I’m so happy that I could make history for Chinese tennis because I have always wanted to be one of the players who can win a medal for our country. And right now, I am one of them,” Zheng said. Zheng succeeded because of her great talent (天赋) in tennis. But her success also comes from her self-discipline (自律) and hard work. She follows a strict diet in her daily life. She seldom has snacks or drinks. She eats chicken breast and broccoli during the competition. For most people, such eating habits are hard to imagine, but for Zheng, this is an important part of keeping her best condition (状态) in competitions. What’s more, she gets up at 4:30 a.m. for training. She is always the first to arrive at the court and the last to leave. She never slacks off (偷懒) during training. Zheng’s win at the Paris 2024 Olympics is a big deal. It shows that with hard work and a strong will, dreams can come true. Zheng is a great role model for young people. As for the future, she says she still has many dreams to realize and that she will work harder. 1．What history did Zheng Qinwen make? 2．Where does Zheng’s success come from? 3．What makes Zheng keep her best condition in competitions? 4．What will you do in life and study after learning from Zheng Qinwen? (At least 30 words) Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁盘锦大洼区·期中） The greatest scientists are famous not only for their discoveries, but also for their interesting lives. Having a special, uncommon mind often goes hand in hand with unusual acts. Nikola Tesla is known for many inventions. One is the alternating-current (AC) electricity (交流电). While inventing, Tesla was good at keeping things in mind, because he used picture thinking and imagined every step in his mind first. Tesla said he wanted to do it because of his mother, who invented small electrical machines when he was a child. Another scientist encouraged by his mother was Albert Einstein, though what he got from his mother was a love of music. In fact, Einstein often played music on the piano and violin to help him brainstorm. Einstein’s great works include the most famous E= mc2 and his theory of relativity. However, thanks to his wild hair, he is also well-known for the looks of a “mad scientist” and you can tell that he had some interesting quirks (怪癖). For example, he had a strong dislike of wearing socks. Sometimes, the smartest of us are also the strangest. That quiet child in the corner may one day be the next Tesla or Einstein. 1．What is one of Tesla’s famous inventions? 2．Why could Tesla keep things in mind while inventing? 3．What did Einstein get from his mother to help brainstorm? 4．Which scientist mentioned in the passage do you like more? Give your reason(s). Write 30 words or more. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连沙河口区·期中） Just after Wu Yanni finished her 60m hurdles semifinals (跨栏半决赛) in 8.01 seconds (秒) at the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, she knew she had made history. Although she did not reach the final, the 27-year-old Chinese hurdler (跨栏运动员) broke China’s 11-year-old national record of 8.02 seconds. It also helped her become No.1 in Asia. Wu’s progress has been non-stop. Since 2018, she has won five national 100m hurdles titles (冠军). Last season, she got a ticket to the Paris Olympics in the 100m hurdles and improved her 60m hurdles mark from 8.15 seconds to 8.06. Hurdling tests power and speed (速度), so getting faster by even 0.01 seconds is really hard. To get better, Wu spent her training time building up her body. Her weighted squats (负重深蹲) went up from 90kg to 120kg, and her starting speed got faster. Now Wu has set her eyes on bigger goals (目标). Her next is to break the national record of 100m hurdles before trying for an Asian record and an Olympic final. “I can’t keep telling myself how good I am. I need to focus on (专注于) improving my skills.” Wu said. 1．What did Wu Yanni do to make history in Nanjing? 2．How many national 100m hurdles titles has Wu won since 2018? 3．Why is it hard to get faster by 0.01 seconds in hurdling? 4．Wu works for her goals. What’s your goal in your life? Write 30 words or more. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连79中·期中） New Tables, New tales What is “Tischtennis”? It’s fine if you have no idea. But Fan Zhendong, the Chinese table tennis superstar, knows the word very well now. “Tischtennis” means “table tennis” in German. These days, Fan even greets journalists with “Guten Tag,” instead of “Da Jia Hao.” It’s not surprising that Fan is picking up German—when in Germany, speak as the Germans speak. The Olympic champion has joined 1. FC Saarbrücken-Tischtennis. This German table tennis club is one of the strongest in Europe. For the 2025-26 season, Fan will compete with his new teammates in the Tischtennis-Bundesliga (TTBL, 德国乒乓球甲级联赛), the German Cup and the Champions League. Many fans see Fan as a leader of China’s new generation of table tennis players. But the star isn’t just pleased to rest at the top of his sport. Instead, he says he is “looking forward to more challenges.” That’s why he set off on a new journey in Germany. It takes real courage for a top player like him to make such a decision. Moving to foreign soil is no walk in the park. Language is only the first hurdle. Fan also needs to get used to the tables, the balls and the opponents. Everything feels a bit different from back home in China. On his TTBL debut on August 31, he even lost both of his matches. Fortunately, he soon seemed to hit his stride (渐入佳境). On his second matchday, September 7, he helped his team get its first victory of the season, and one week later, its first home win. Are you a fan of Fan? Would you follow his example and challenge yourself with something new? Perhaps you’re memorizing new words, studying new subjects and getting used to new teachers as a new school year begins. You might feel like a fish out of water at first. But, just as Fan’s new opponents will sharpen his skills, your challenges will shape you into a stronger, wiser person. As Fan continues to explore his new world, remind yourself not to fear the challenges in your own life. See them as stepping stones on your own path to growth. 1．What does “Tischtennis” mean? 2．Why did Fan Zhendong decide to start a new sport journey in Germany? 3．What challenges is Fan facing? List one. 4．How will you challenge yourself with something new? Write 30 words or more. 主题03 人与社会——传统文化 Passage 1 （25-26·辽宁抚顺顺城区·期中） Three years ago I moved back to America, but some wonderful memories (记忆) in China have always stayed with me which made me fall in love with Chinese culture. One day, in one corner of a restaurant in Beijing, I saw a painted clay dog: green and blue, with large ears and a long tail. The dog was smiling at me all through dinner. Over the next few days, I kept thinking about it. I searched for information about the dog and finally knew where it was from—Fengxiang, Shaanxi Province. As the Chinese New Year holiday was coming up, my husband and I decided to go there to explore the clay culture. We arrived at a tiny village in Fengxiang. There was only a street with a row of modest (朴素的) homes. We walked into the workrooms, where lots of clay animals sat on tables and waited for coats of paint. One of the workers explained that the objects were nisu, dating back to the Spring and Autumn period. They are decorative (装饰性的) objects and most of them often modeled on Chinese animal signs, with floral patterns (花卉图案) and bright colors. Locals make a living by selling them to visitors. My husband and I spent the rest of the afternoon walking around the village. We finally left with our arms full of clay animals. 1．What made the author unforgettable in the restaurant? 2．Why did the author go to Fengxiang? 3．How do people in Fengxiang make a living? 4．Which traditional Chinese art form do you like best? Give your reasons. Write 30 words or more. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁本溪·期中） When Xiong Chuanfa, 34, blows a lifelike tiger out of sugar in just minutes, kids look at him in surprise, thinking he is a magician. Xiong has been blowing sugar figurines (吹糖人) for over twenty years. Blowing sugar figurines is a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of over 600 years and has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage (国家级非物质文化遗产). Every morning, Xiong prepares the sugar and drives to different markets in Nanchang to start his magic show. He heats the sugar, pulls off a little to make a ball and blows it into different shapes—a rabbit, a monkey, and even a Bing Dwen Dwen, the mascot of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics. People, especially little kids, are interested in his skills. To draw young people closer to the art, he also stops by colleges. Many college students have been drawn to the art, waiting in line for hands-on experience. Among them, Simon, a foreign student, couldn’t help having a try. Though it looked easy, he found it difficult to make it. Thanks to Xiong’s help. Simon finally saw a horse slowly taking shape. Simon was deeply moved after learning about the art. “I just can’t believe the traditional folk art be kept so well here. I love it. Chinese culture should be spread around the world.” he said. This art has been passed down (传承) for four generations (代) in Xiong’s family. His 6-year-old son often blows sugar balloons, just like what he used to do as a child. “We will pass on the intangible cultural heritage,” said Xiong. 1．How long has blowing sugar figurines been around? 2．Why does Xiong Chuanfa stop by colleges? 3．Was blowing sugar figurines easy or difficult for Simon? 4．What’s your favorite traditional Chinese art form? What will you do to pass it down? Write 30 words or more. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东凤城·期中） “Humans can develop certain abilities we aren’t born with by practicing animals’ movements,” the traditional Chinese Wushu lovers believed in the past—and still do today. Chinese Five-Animal Exercises, also known as Wuqinxi, are the first complete set of qigong exercises following the movements of animals: monkeys, deer, birds, bears and tigers. They were created by one of the greatest doctors in Chinese history, Hua Tuo, more than 1,800 years ago. The Five-Animal Exercises are well-designed to help blood circulation and let the energy go smoothly in the body so as to improve health. “The bear movements are good for the stomach. The tiger movements can reduce the pain in the back. The deer movements help reduce the fat around the waist (腰). The bird movements can help keep our knees healthy, and the monkey movements can be good for the heart,” said Hua Yi, the 59th inheritor (继承人) of Wuqinxi. For those new learners, the first few exercises might not go well. You may find it hard to focus. Wear comfortable clothes, keep peaceful in your mind, try to move slowly... Little by little, you’ll feel more and more harmonious with nature. You may even feel you become a tiger or a deer, walking in the forest freely. These exercises need no tools, and they are easy to learn. You can search online for the videos and practice them at any time when you feel like relaxing your body and mind. Because it’s fun to practice and good for health, Five-Animal Exercises are becoming more and more popular in recent years, not only in China, but also in many other places of the world. 根据语篇内容，按要求回答问题。 1．Who were the Five-Animal Exercises invented by? 2．What do people practice Five-Animal Exercises for? 3．List two suggestions for the new learners of Five-Animal Exercises according to the text. 4．Which animal exercise would you like to try most? And tell your reasons. (Write 30 words or more) 主题04 人与社会——节假日生活 Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连金普新区·期中） Grandparents Day Grandparents Day, celebrated on the first Sunday after Labour Day (first Monday in September) in the US, did not start as a way to sell cards and flowers. It is said that it had something to do with a determined (坚定的) woman, Marian McQuade. McQuade’s interest in connecting generations (一代人) began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm. After chores were done, she would visit elderly neighbours with her grandmother, often taking along food and gifts. These experiences, along with her close relationship with her grandmother, planted the seeds for a lifetime of helping the elderly. When McQuade grew up, she got married and became a housewife. She took care of her kids and had many grandchildren. She believed that spending time with your elderly loved ones was very important and wanted to create a holiday where families could enjoy themselves together. In the early 1970s, she started her journey to make the holiday a reality (现实). She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention in 1973 from Senator (参议员) Jennings Randolph. He introduced to the Senate the idea of making Grandparents Day a national holiday. His plan fell through in the Senate, but McQuade didn’t get discouraged (气馁的). After years of efforts, her hard work paid off on August 3rd in 1978, when the then president officially (正式地) made Grandparents Day a national holiday. He also stated (陈述) how important it was to honour grandparents and understand the value of family. Although Grandparents Day began in the US, it is now celebrated in many other countries. In Germany, Grandparents Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in October. In Mexico, it is on August 28th, when children often prepare a special meal for their grandparents or give gifts to them. 1．When did McQuade’s interest in connecting generations begin? 2．What did McQuade do to make the holiday a reality? 3．Do other countries celebrate Grandparents Day? 4．Do you agree to celebrate Grandparents Day? Why? Write 30 words or more. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山岫岩·期中） A Wonderful Christmas Gift Christmas was so close, and so was Ann’s birthday. She wished she could get a new dress with frills (荷叶边) and lace (蕾丝) as a wonderful Christmas gift. But Ann did not want to ask her mom for that. She knew how hard her mom worked to make a living. Maybe she could make a wish —— maybe Santa Claus (圣诞老人) would come... At school her classmates were talking only about Christmas celebrations. “My rich aunt is surely going to give me a pretty doll again,” said Ria. “I have been hinting (暗示) about that costly watch to my parents,” told Tessie. Ann felt out of these conversations. She had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts. It was not just the gift that worried Ann. It was her mother. Recently she was working overtime and looked pale and worn out. Soon it was Christmas Eve. In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty. Every child went to bed eagerly waiting for the lovely gifts. Ann went to bed, wishing that at least this time she would get a gift from Santa Claus. Ann slowly drifted off to sleep. She dreamed of Santa riding in the snow... The next morning Ann jumped up after hearing her alarm. Out of her expectation, there lay a beautiful packet tied with a red ribbon near her bed. Inside the package was a pretty white dress with fluffy frills and attractive lace! Ann checked the gift carefully to find out who had given her this beautiful dress. Suddenly a small piece of paper fell out from the dress. Dear Ann, This dress is gifted to you for being a good girl. Hope you continue to do good things and help your mother. Your Loving friend, Santa Claus Ann felt that there was something familiar about this note. She looked into the note carefully. Then it struck her. She realized that this handwriting was similar to her mother’s. Her mother had worked overtime to save money to buy this expensive gift. Ann was happy beyond words. She knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift. 1．What did Ann want for Christmas? 2．Why did Ann feel out of the conversations of her classmates? 3．How was Ann’s house different from other people’s houses on Christmas Eve? 4．Did Ann think that she had been given the best Christmas gift? Why or why not? (Write 30 words or more) Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁丹东振兴区·期中） New Year is a wonderful time when family and friends come together to say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new one. People all around the world celebrate the New Year with music, special food, and fireworks, though the celebration may take place at different times. In the UK, many people gather in London on December 31 to see the famous Big Ben clock tower and count down to midnight. Research suggests that millions also watch it on TV. At midnight, they sing Auld Lang Syne, a traditional Scottish song, to remember friends and family. In the US, people have similar customs. A famous tradition involves the dropping of a big ball in New York’s Times Square. Huge crowds gather to watch, and when the ball reaches the bottom, everyone wishes each other “Happy New Year!” The Chinese New Year, or the Spring Festival, holds great importance in China. People sweep out dust from their houses, hang couplets, set off fireworks, and enjoy lion or dragon dances. One very important custom is that people will all try to return home and enjoy the family dinner on the eve of the Spring Festival. Grandparents, parents, and children gather to eat delicious food and express best wishes for the whole family. This reunion shows that family is hugely important in Chinese culture. In Egypt, people celebrate Sham El-Nessim in April to mark the beginning of spring. The name of the festival means “smelling the breeze”. At this time, the weather becomes brighter, and the flowers and trees begin to show their colors. People paint eggs as symbols of new life and new beginnings. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater. Although New Year festivals are different all over the world, they have one thing in common. In almost every country, people believe that it is a special time to connect with their family and friends and show hope for the coming year. 1．When do the people in London celebrate New Year? 2．Why do all the Chinese people like to return home during the Spring Festival? 3．How do Egyptian people celebrate Sham El-Nessim? 4．What is your favorite Chinese festival? Why? Write 30 words or more. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·辽宁葫芦岛绥中·期中） The Spring Festival is always the most exciting and joyful time in China. Last year, Liu Ying’s family prepared for it early. According to the tradition, they cleaned every corner of the house and hung new couplets on the front door. On New Year’s Eve, the whole family got together in Liu’s grandparents’ house. Her grandma taught her how to wrap (包) dumplings properly. Though her first few dumplings looked quite funny—some were too fat, others too thin—everyone just laughed kindly. Liu’s grandmother put a coin in one special dumpling. It’s said that whoever eats the dumpling with the coin inside will have good luck. As midnight approached (临近), all the family enjoyed the delicious dumplings together at the family table. Since Liu Ying made the dumplings herself, she ate a few more. Suddenly, her cousin shouted happily—he had found the coin in the dumpling! How lucky! Then they all went outside to watch the fireworks. The dark sky lit up with bright colors, while the sounds of firecrackers (鞭炮) filled the air with joy. Standing there with her smiling family, Liu Ying truly understood why the Spring Festival means so much to Chinese people. It’s not just about the special foods or beautiful decorations (装饰). It’s about family being together, sharing laughter and love. It’s a time when everyone feels happy and hopeful for the new year. 1．Where are the new couplets hung according to the tradition? 2．What does the coin in the dumpling stand for (代表)? 3．Why did Liu Ying eat more dumplings? 4．What festival means much to you? Why? Write 30 words or more. Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山铁东区·期中） On Sept 3, a big military parade (阅兵) took place in Beijing. It has been 80 years since the victory (胜利) in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1931-1945) and the World Anti-Fascist War (中国人民抗日战争暨世界反法西斯战争). It was a time to remember and learn from history. In 1931, Japan occupied (占领) parts of Northeast China. In 1937, it started a full invasion (侵略). The Chinese people fought bravely for more than 10 years. About 35 million Chinese were killed or injured. China made a great contribution (贡献) to the victory in World War II in 1945 and helped bring peace to the world. These experiences show the Chinese people’s love of peace, not the “law of the jungle (丛林法则).” Today, the world must also choose between peace and war, dialogue and fighting. For example, Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution (和平宪法) . At the same time, the US has made imports (进口) more expensive. This is very bad for the world economy (经济). The experience of the World Anti-Fascist War showed that countries must work together to solve common problems. China now wants to improve its economy, science, culture, and relationships with other countries. The country also needs a modern army to stay safe and keep world peace. The parade has shown China’s support for peace. It also shows that the country has grown stronger after its painful (痛苦的) experiences in the past. 1．When did Japan start a full invasion? 2．List two things which are very bad for the world economy. 3．What did the experience of the World Anti-Fascist War show? 4．What do you think of the big military parade? Why? (Write more than 30 words) Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·江苏常州·期中） In the big cities with many chances, some young people are now looking at China’s countryside for their dreams. Ren Yin, a 27-year-old young woman from Hongcun village in Hangzhou, is one of them. In 2017, China introduced the rural vitalization strategy (乡村振兴战略). It helps businesses, offers nice places to live and builds community spirit, making life better for people in the countryside. Ren wanted to have her own cafe and help her country. In 2022, she started a cafe in her village, just one year after she left her teaching job. Her parents weren’t on her side at the beginning. They thought her talents might not be used well. But Ren chose to follow her heart, saying that’s what her generation (一辈) does. Growing up after China’s reform and opening-up (改革开放) and the one-child policy (政策), Ren and others of her age are very independent (独立的). They know they want to follow their dreams, said China Youth Daily. However, starting a cafe is not easy. Ren is thankful for the support from the villagers who helped her find a place for her cafe and improved the roads. To attract (吸引) more people, she designed her cafe to look different, with a special shape and special drinks like mountain walnut-flavored lattes (山核桃味拿铁). But Ren knows it’s hard to keep her business going. So she hopes that when the nearby Jingshan Temple becomes a place of interest, it will help her cafe and other businesses in the area. Despite (尽管) the challenges, Ren doesn’t regret (后悔) moving back to the countryside. “I think many countryside areas in China are like hidden treasures waiting to be found,” she said. 1．In which year did Ren Yin leave her teaching job? 2．Why didn’t Ren Yin’s parents support her decision at first? 3．How did the people in the village support her? 4．What can you learn from Ren Yin’s story?Write 30 words or more. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·辽宁鞍山海城·期中） China’s “four great new inventions” in modern times have made the daily life of the public more and more convenient. They are the high-speed railway (HSR), shopping online, shared bikes and mobile phone payment. Living in Hong Kong, I knew them from the papers, the TV and the Internet. But last month I had the chance to experience all of them. As usual, the golden week stopped the traffic. It was hard to get a railway ticket anywhere in the train stations. But I bought a train ticket to Beijing on the Internet and paid for it through Zhifubao. It was even cheaper than it was bought in the station. Then we got on the high-speed train. I was shocked at its speed and quietness. There was no noise which the train made while running. It was reported that China has the longest high-speed railway in the world, which is regarded as a “name card” for China. Did I feel bored during the trip on the train? Not at all. I bought many cheap and good things in Taobao and Tmall on the Internet through my mobile phone. It’s amazing that there are oceans of products in Taobao and Tmall. Soon we arrived in Beijing. We got on a bus near the train station. After getting off the bus, my friend told me that the bus stop is far from his home. I thought we would have to spend much money going to his home on a taxi, but it seemed that he wasn’t worried about that. He showed me some bikes on the side of the street. They are called shared bikes. We only need to use our mobile phones to scan the Quick-Response code (二维码) on shared bikes, and then we could ride the bikes anywhere we wanted to go. It was so cool 1．What is regarded as a “name card” for China? 2．Where did the writer buy many good and cheap things? 3．How can people use shared bikes? 4．What do you think of China’s “four great new inventions” in modern times? (Write 30 words or more) Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·辽宁大连瓦房店市·期中） AI is a big hit right now. “Students need to learn about AI’s value, ethics (伦理) and how to use it properly,” said Gong Yuanli, a teacher of the information technology department at Beijing No. 8 High School. This term, more than 1,400 schools in Beijing started a new course—AI. Students will take at least eight AI lessons each year, Beijing Daily said. At Beijing No. 8 High School, 7th graders have classes such as introduction to AI and AI’s social responsibility. Eighth graders listen to lectures (讲座), visit AI companies and take courses like AI+ math to see how AI connects with other subjects. Ninth graders explore topics such as job choices in the AI era (时代) to help them plan for the future. In one AI class, 8th grader Yan Xia created an English learning game. On the screen, players catch goldfish and must spell words correctly. “I used AI to design the fish, the boat, all the words and even the game code (代码),” Yan explained. “If I had done it by myself, coding and making the pictures would have taken a long time. Thanks to AI, I had more time and energy to improve the game.” As AI classes become more popular, some people worry that depending too much on AI might make students lazy. But student Shi Qixin found that creating better prompts (指令) helped her think and share her ideas more clearly. “The class changed how I study and made me a better problem solver.” 1．How many schools in Beijing started AI classes this term? 2．Where can eighth graders go to experience AI in person? 3．What do some people worry about when AI classes become popular? 4．Should AI classes be taught at school? Share your ideas. Write 30 words or more. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题07 任务型阅读 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 1． Happiness depends on ourselves. 2． The present. 3． They will feel good/happier. 4．I prefer to be active. Because when I am active and have hobbies, I can forget my problems and only think about the activity. This makes me feel relaxed and happy. Passage 2 1． She asks them to start (work on) their group project. 2． Because she doesn’t want to get Li Tian in trouble. 3． He promises to try hard to do his part. 4．Yes. Talking first shows respect and can help solve real problems. If I help Li Tian with his problems, we will grow together and finish our project faster and better. This shows a team wins together, not alone.（合理即可） Passage 3 1． Four/4. 2． No, she isn’t. 3． She can’t stand them. 4． Yes, there are. My parents make me do my homework before playing and don’t allow me to eat too much junk food. I think these rules are good for me because they help me develop good habits and stay healthy. 主题02 人与社会——观点看法 Passage 1 1． It lasts for a couple of months now. 2． Reporters, writers and some other important people. 3． Everyone can get their hands on it. 4．Yes, I do. Brand-name clothes often have better quality and unique designs. They are more comfortable to wear and not easy to break. Wearing them makes me feel more confident and can show my personal style well in daily life. Passage 2 1．20 years 2． Reporters, writers and some other important people 3． Trends/Fashion trends 4．I prefer brands when buying clothes. Because branded clothes usually have better quality. Their designs are nice and they are comfortable to wear. Also, they can last longer, so I think it’s worth the money. /I don’t prefer brands when buying clothes. Branded clothes are often expensive. But non-branded clothes have many nice styles too. They are cheap and can fit me well. I think it’s more important to choose clothes I really like. Passage 3 1． In order to read./To read. 2． She started playing loud music on her phone. 3． It was so smelly. 4．I think the writer is very brave and wise. He felt angry but did not shout. He stood up and reminded the girl and the man of the rules in a calm way, which solved the problem for everyone. 主题03 人与社会——健康 Passage 1 1．15 minutes. 2． On the second floor of the teaching building. 3． To make sure everyone is safe./Because making sure everyone is safe is also important. 4．Great. We can have enough time for outdoor activities and get close to nature. That is good for our physical and mental health. Also, it provides more chances for us to communicate and share with classmates./… Passage 2 1． It is best to take a break every once in a while. 2． To protect your eyesight from UV rays. 3． The food groups that have vitamins A, C and E. 4．Being happy all the time, taking regular breaks when using electronic screens, cleaning eyes with cold water when uncomfortable and wearing sunglasses to protect eyes from harmful rays. Passage 3 1． Every October. 2． British dumplings. 3． The US. 4．In autumn, I like to go hiking and enjoy the colorful leaves. The weather is cool and perfect for outdoor activities. It’s a great time to relax and enjoy nature’s beauty. Passage 4 1． Yes, there are. 2． Because some want to please themselves and others hope to improve their possibility in the job market. 3． They should think about the risks of plastic surgeries. 4． I will advise him/her to think twice and value inner beauty more. 主题04 人与社会——寓言故事 Passage 1 1． He put the wisdom in an empty basket. 2． Because he didn’t want anyone to steal his wisdom. 3． He realized that advice is only useful when we share it with someone. 4．I can learn that wisdom and advice are only useful when we share them with others. We shouldn’t keep knowledge to ourselves. Instead, sharing makes the world a better place and helps everyone grow together. Passage 2 1． On the bridge. 2． Pick up the shoe and put it on for him./Get his shoe back and put it on for him. 3． Three./3 4． 开放性试题。Last term, I helped a classmate with math homework after class. Though I was tired and wanted to go home, I explained it step by step until she totally understood. It made me happy. Now we often study together and we become good friends.（答案不唯一，合理即可） 主题01 人与自我——自我管理/哲理感悟 Passage 1 1． Because the boy got angry all the time. 2． The teacher asked the boy to make two hearts with clay first. 3． When we can’t control ourselves, our hearts will heat up because of anger. 4．When someone makes me unhappy, I should stay calm first instead of getting angry. I’ll try to understand the situation and communicate politely. Also, I’ll keep love and forgiveness in my heart to avoid hurting others. Passage 2 1． They were going to make a poster board with information about volcanoes and to build a volcano model. 2． Liz, Anna and Josh. 3． They felt great. 4．We should develop good reading habits because reading brings many benifts. It opens our minds, increases our knowledge, improves our imagination and can unexpectedly help us succeed in school projects and real-life situations. Passage 3 1． Juliet’s friend seems perfect at everything while she isn’t. She’s tired of being friends with her but the friend is her only one, and she doesn’t know what to do. 2． Because the girl sees something good in Juliet and Juliet earns her friendship. 3． Ye Beibei suggests Juliet tell her friend about her worries. 4．You can try to find your own advantages. Maybe you are kind or good at listening, which makes your friend like you. Also, you can learn from your friend’s strengths to improve yourself. Don’t be sad; your friend values you, and that’s the most important thing. 主题02 人与社会——著名人物 Passage 1 1． She became the first Chinese player to win an Olympic tennis singles gold medal. 2． Zheng succeeded because of her great talent in tennis and her self-discipline and hard work 3． Good eating habits and getting up early. 4．After learning from Zheng Qinwen, in life, I will be more self-disciplined. I’ll follow a healthy diet and avoid snacks and unhealthy drinks. In study, I’ll get up early and work hard. I’ll never slack off during my study time and always strive to achieve my goals. Passage 2 1． Alternating-current (AC) electricity. 2． Because he used picture thinking and imagined every step in his mind first. 3． A love of music. 4．I like Nikola Tesla more. He had an amazing ability to use picture thinking to imagine every step of his inventions before starting, and his mother’s influence on his love for science makes his story even more inspiring. This combination of great talent and a warm family connection really catches my attention. (答案不唯一) Passage 3 1． She finished her 60m hurdles semifinals in 2.01 seconds. 2． Five. 3． Hurdling tests power and speed. 4． One possible version: My goal is to improve English writing skills. I’ll do more reading. Then I’ll write a short paragraph every day and ask my teacher for advice. At last, I plan to study some writing guides. Passage 4 1． It means “table tennis” in German. 2． He wants to seek new challenges and not simply remain at the top in China. 3． He must adjust to different equipment, such as tables and balls. 4． I plan to challenge myself by learning a new skill, like playing a musical instrument. This will help me develop my interest in music. I can enjoy a relaxing time during my leisure hours. 主题03 人与社会——传统文化 Passage 1 1． A painted clay dog. 2． To explore the clay culture./Because she wanted to explore the clay culture. 3． By selling nisu to visitors. 4． I like Chinese painting best. Because I like the colors and simple lines used in the paintings. Also, the paintings help to experience spirits behind the subjects and we can taste the beauty of our Chinese culture. When I enjoy Chinese painting, I think I’m touching the real art./I like paper cutting best. Because it’s a perfect way to train me to be patient and careful. Secondly, paper cutting works are great presents for my family and friends on special occasions, especially during some festivals. They are symbols of wishes for good luck. (本题为开放性试题，答案不唯一，合理即可) Passage 2 1． Over 600 years. 2． To draw young people closer to blowing sugar figurines. 3． Difficult. 4． Paper cutting. I’ll learn paper cutting from my art teacher and start a club to get more classmates interested in it. I will also make short videos about the art and share them online. (开放性试题，言之有理即可) Passage 3 1． Hua Tuo. 2． For improving their health. 3． They should wear comfortable clothes/keep peaceful in their mind/try to move slowly. 4． I’d like to try the deer movements most. They help reduce the fat around my waist, which fits my need to keep a slim figure. Besides, slow and gentle deer moves can calm me down after busy study and make me feel relaxed. (答案不唯一) 主题04 人与社会——节假日生活 Passage 1 1． It began when she was a child visiting her grandmother on the family farm. 2． She kept calling and writing letters to the local and state leaders until she finally got attention from a Senator. 3． Yes, they do. 4． Yes, I do. It’s a special day to remind us to show our love and thanks to our grandparents. They take care of us and tell us family stories. This day encourages us to visit them and make them feel loved and important. Passage 2 1． She wished she could get a new dress with frills and lace as a wonderful Christmas gift. 2． Because she had neither rich parents nor wealthy aunts to give her expensive gifts. 3． In everyone’s house there was a decorated Christmas tree, but Ann’s house was cold and empty. 4． Yes, she did. Because her mother had worked overtime to save money to buy this expensive gift and she knew that she was the luckiest girl to have been given the best Christmas gift. Passage 3 1． On December 2. 2． Because they want to gather with their family./Because they want to have a reunion with family./Because family is hugely important in Chinese culture. 3． They paint eggs. They also go out and enjoy picnics, dance, sing, and watch plays in the theater. 4． My favorite Chinese festival is the Spring Festival. Because I can get together with my whole family, eat delicious food, and receive red envelopes from my elders, which makes me feel warm and happy. Passage 4 1． On the front door. 2． Good luck. 3． Because she made the dumplings herself. 4． The Mid-Autumn Festival means much to me. On that night, my whole family get together under the full moon. We share sweet mooncakes and laugh together. It feels warm and reminds me that no matter how far we are, our hearts are always connected. Passage 1 1． In 2. 2． Japan wants to change its pacifist Constitution; the US has made imports more expensive. 3． It showed that countries must work together to solve common problems. 4． I think the parade is meaningful. It not only helps people remember the history of the war and the brave Chinese people, but also shows China’s support for peace and its growth. It reminds the world to cherish peace. Passage 2 1． In 2. 2． ．They thought her talents might not be used well. 3． By helping her find a place and improving roads. 4． We should hold on to our dream, never give up the dream easily, try our best to make our dream come true no matter what difficulties we face. (答案不唯一，合理即可) Passage 3 1． The longest high-speed railway of China in the world. 2． In Taobao and Tmall on the Internet (through his mobile phone). 3． They need to use their mobile phones to scan the Quick-Response code on shared bikes./By using their mobile phones to scan the Quick-Response code on shared bikes. 4． They are amazing. They not only make people’s daily lives more convenient and efficient but also show China’s great progress/achievements in science and technology. I’m really proud of these inventions. Passage 4 1． More than 2. 2． They can go to AI companies. 3． Depending too much on AI might make students lazy. 4． Yes. AI classes help students learn practical skills, understand AI ethics, and connect AI with other subjects. They also improve problem-solving abilities, which prepares students for the AI era now. / 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $