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Unit 6 Beyond Earth
第一课时
一、1. launched 2. manned 3. movements 4. telescopes 5. tied
二、1. beautiful 2. successfully 3. expected 4. cooperation 5. rover
三、1~5 DBDDC
四、1. be tied down 2. to fall asleep 3. push against 4. be made public 5. were chosen from
五、1~5 DCBDC
第二课时
一、1. geology 2. satellite 3. crazy 4. improve 5. place
二、1. exploration 2. planets 3. relationship 4. scientists 5. technological
三、1. improve our knowledge 2. deal with 3. run out of 4. be made into 5. Human beings
四、1. largest 2. live on 3. ways 4. satellites 5. discovered
五、1~5 BCACA 6~10 BABCB
11~15 ABADC
第三课时
一、1. solar 2. requires 3. cancelled/canceled 4. rocket 5. exoplanet 6. publish
二、1~4 BBDD
三、1. will be designed to 2. is positioned 3. is cancelled/canceled 4. will be published 5. is going to be built
四、1~5 known; discovered; weighs; pushing; tied
6~10 prepared; launched; required; checked; exploring
第四课时
一、1. gods 2. mysterious 3. spacecraft 4. galaxies 5. board
二、1. trillions 2. imagination 3. cooperating 4. achievements 5. expectations
三、1. looked up at 2. in case 3. on board 4. set foot on 5. cooperating with
四、1. outer space 2. placed 3. good 4. designed 5. quality
五、1~5 CBDBA
第五课时
一、1. operate 2. spaceship 3. survey 4. crowded 5. craft
二、1. spacewalk 2. spacesuit 3. spacecraft 4. space telescope 5. space station
三、1~5 ADDBD
四、1. rocket launch 2. in case 3. in space 4. fell asleep 5. on board 6. in time
五、1~5 amazing; launched; circled; when; satellites
6~10 for; developed; across; possibly; their
单元项目学习 作文转化
【话题仿写】
1. brought humans into space
2. have been sent to space stations
3. has been built
4. set up bases on the moon
【实战演练】
One possible version:
A Dream Trip to Space
As a space fan, I'm very interested in space and I have always wanted to travel there.
If I go to space, I will take a super comfortable spaceship. First, I'll carefully observe the blue Earth and shiny stars through the big window. Then, I'll try floating like a bird in zero gravity, which must be so amazing and cool! I believe space travel is meaningful because it not only brings great fun but also helps us learn more about space science.
I really hope everyone can experience this wonderful thing someday.
单元素养提升(新题型)
一、1~5 AAADB 6~10 CABDD
11~15 ABCBD
二、1~5 DDADB 6~10 CACBC
11~15 DBDDB
三、1~5 mysterious; visiting; an; spacecraft; launched
6~10 unbelievable; found; on; and; us
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Unit 6 Beyond Earth
▦ 单元同步演练
第一课时 ……→ Section A (1a~2d)▼
一 用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. The new communication satellite was successfully ______ (launch) by China last week.
2. The first ______ (man) spacecraft to land on the moon was Apollo 11.
3. Regular physical ______ (move) are necessary for astronauts to prevent muscle loss during long space missions.
4. With the help of different space ______ (telescope), scientists have discovered many new planets.
5. All the tools in the space station must be carefully ______ (tie) to the walls so that they do not float away.
二 用方框中所给词的适当形式填空
expect, successful, beauty, rover, cooperate
1. The painter is known for his ability to create ______ paintings that touch people’s hearts.
2. The space mission was ______ completed, and all the astronauts returned to Earth safely after months of hard work.
3. The students were ______ to finish the task at the end of the month.
4. The success of the project relied on close ______ of engineers, scientists, and technicians.
5. The Chinese Mars ______, named Zhurong, has been working for over a year.
三 选择填空
( )1. — It seems hard to finish the task in three days.
— Don’t worry. We will work together and complete our ______.
A. promise B. hobby C. memory D. mission
( )2. — What do astronauts feel like in space?
— Amazing! They become ______ and can float freely in the spaceship.
A. useless B. weightless C. careless D. homeless
( )3. — Sorry, sir, it’s ______ the working hour. I’m afraid you have to come tomorrow.
— All right.
A. against B. above C. over D. beyond
( )4. — It’s a pity! A music fan like you didn’t go to Nantong Music Festival.
— It ______ next month in Wuhan. Don’t be worried.
A. is held B. held C. was held D. will be held
( )5. — It’s hard for me to ______ these days, but I don’t know why.
— A glass of milk will be helpful before you go to bed.
A. come back B. jump up C. fall asleep D. hang out
四 根据汉语提示补全句子,每空不超过4词
1. In the space station, astronauts have to ____________ while sleeping to avoid floating away.(被系住)
2. As is known to all, it’s difficult ____________ in a weightless environment.(入睡)
3. To move around inside the spacecraft, astronauts often ____________ the walls with their hands.(推)
4. The new plans for Mars exploration will ____________ next week.(公之于众)
5. The scientific equipment on the rocket ____________ a wide range of advanced instruments.(从……中被挑选)
五 阅读理解
阅读下面材料,从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
INSIDE THE MAGAZINE
June 2026
Science
Space
Technology
Environment
2 Springtime activities
Here is a good chance to experience what it’s like to work in a lab as a scientist.
7 Secrets of butterflies
The ability to change shape will sound like magic — but what’s the secret behind it?
12 ______
The team of Shenzhou-20 took a zebrafish (斑马鱼) to Tiangong for experiments.
15 High-speed trains
China has built the longest train system in the world.
18 A flying car
A new car has been seen in a test that could change the future of travel.
20 Green cities
Man-made trees that tower over the city help to keep the city cool.
GET IN TOUCH
Email us at Aeilo@science.com.
( )1. What can we get from the text?
A. The price of the magazine. B. Names of the writers.
C. The email address of the scientist. D. Introductions to the articles.
( )2. Which of the following can be the best title of Page 12?
A. Tiangong Space Station B. Experiment on space
C. Zebrafish sent to space D. The team of Shenzhou-20
( )3. Which of the following pictures may be found on Page 15?
A. B. C. D.
( )4. What can we read about on Page 20?
A. The secret of nature. B. An experiment in space.
C. The future of travel. D. A new way to cool the city.
( )5. What can you do to get more information about the magazine?
A. Communicate with the writers. B. Call the magazine office.
C. Send an email to the magazine office. D. Ask the writers for help.
第二课时 ……→ Section A (3a~3d)
一 根据句意及汉语、首字母或音标提示填空
1. Scientists study the ______ /dʒiˈɒlədʒi/ of other planets to learn more about their formation and possible signs of life.
2. The new weather ______ (卫星) was successfully launched into orbit and is now providing valuable data.
3. Some people think it’s ______ (疯狂的) to spend so much money on space travel, but others believe it’s necessary for the future.
4. Regular training and a healthy diet can greatly i______ the physical condition of astronauts.
5. During the spacewalk, the astronaut had to carefully p______ the scientific instruments on the station’s outer surface.
二 用方框中所给词的适当形式填空
planet, science, technology, explore, relationship
1. She likes the ______ of new cultures when she travels.
2. Among all the ______ in our solar system, Mars is considered the most likely place to find signs of past life.
3. There is a close ______ between regular exercise and good health.
4. Many young ______ are working hard to protect the environment.
5. Thanks to modern ______ advances, we can now communicate with people on the other side of the world instantly.
三 根据汉语意思完成句子,每空一词
1. 太空探索帮助我们提升对宇宙的认知。
Space exploration helps ______ ______ ______ of the universe.
2. 科学家们必须学会如何应对各种紧急情况。
Scientists must learn how to ______ ______ different kinds of emergencies.
3. 如果我们继续浪费水资源,总有一天会耗尽它。
If we keep wasting water, we will ______ ______ ______ it one day.
4. 这些废旧塑料可以被制成新的环保产品。
These waste plastics can ______ ______ ______ new environmentally friendly products.
5. 人类一直在探索太空的奥秘。
______ ______ have always been exploring the mysteries of space.
四 词与短语填空
仔细阅读下面短文,用下面方框中所给的单词或短语填空,使短文在结构、句义和逻辑上正确。(提示:方框中有二个单词或短语是多余的。)
ways, satellites, telescopes, discovered, live on, simplest, largest
With the development of science and technology, we have learned a lot about animals. Emperor penguins can grow up to 1.2 metres tall, and they are the ______1 of all the penguin kinds. In 2022, they were listed as endangered animals because the Antarctic sea ice that they ______2 is becoming
smaller and smaller. Now scientists are using high technology to follow them and learn more about how to protect them.
One of the ______3 researchers are able to do this is by looking at pictures taken by satellites above Earth. Large groups of emperor penguins can be seen from space. When scientists first started using ______4 to look at the penguins, there were only 28 groups. So far, scientists have ______5 66 groups.
1. ______ 2. ______ 3. ______ 4. ______ 5. ______
五 完形填空
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项中,选出一个能填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was a child, I loved looking at the stars. My grandfather often told me stories about the moon and the universe. He said that one day humans would live on other planets. I was so interested that I decided to learn more about space. However, in my small village, there were few ______1 to get information about astronomy.
My school had a very small library with only old books. The science teacher, Mr Li, knew only basic things about space. He encouraged us to read newspapers and watch TV programmes about space exploration. But it was not easy for us to ______2 the latest news about rockets and satellites. We felt like we were missing something important.
Then one day, our school received a ______3 from a city school. They sent us some books about space and a model of the Tiangong Space Station. We were so excited! The model was small but ______4. We could see the solar panels and the modules clearly. Mr Li used it to teach us how astronauts live and work in space.
Gradually, more learning materials arrived. A ______5 even donated a telescope to our school. Through it, we could see the moon’s surface and some ______6. My interest in space grew quickly. I started reading every book I could find and watching space videos online. I was no longer ______7 to ask questions in class.
My life has changed ______8 because of this new knowledge. I now dream of becoming an astronaut and ______9 the universe. Mr Li says that with hard work, I can ______10 my dream. He tells me that space exploration ______11 us with endless possibilities.
As I ______12 learning, I believe I will get closer to my goal. I feel ______13 to have such wonderful teachers and resources. I will ______14 for the challenges ahead and never give up. I hope to ______15 our country’s space program one day and contribute to human’s journey to the stars.
( )1. A. rooms B. ways C. rules D. notes
( )2. A. take up B. give up C. know about D. turn on
( )3. A. gift B. letter C. call D. visitor
( )4. A. strange B. heavy C. detailed D. expensive
( )5. A. company B. student C. farmer D. doctor
( )6. A. buildings B. planets C. astronauts D. communities
( )7. A. afraid B. proud C. glad D. surprised
( )8. A. quickly B. greatly C. simply D. clearly
( )9. A. protecting B. discovering C. exploring D. guessing
( )10. A. catch B. achieve C. follow D. throw
( )11. A. provides B. divides C. offers D. wastes
( )12. A. try B. continue C. stop D. complete
( )13. A. lucky B. bored C. nervous D. funny
( )14. A. wait B. look C. thank D. prepare
( )15. A. doubt B. perform C. join D. develop
第三课时 ……→ Grammar Focus (4a~4c)
语法精讲
·一般将来时的被动语态·
一、基本概念
表示将来某个时间发生的动作,且主语是动作的承受者。
结构:主语+will be+动词的过去分词(+by+执行者)+其他。
二、常用时间状语
常与表示将来的时间状语连用,如:tomorrow、next week/month/year、in the future、soon、in 2030、“in+时间段”等。
三、句式结构
句式
结构
例句
肯定句
主语+will be+done
The new station will be built next year.
否定句
主语+will not (won't) be+done
The rocket won't be launched tomorrow.
一般疑问句
Will+主语+be+done?
Will more astronauts be sent?
特殊疑问句
疑问词+will+主语+be+done?
When will the experiment be done?
四、注意事项
1. 不要漏掉be:will be done是固定结构,不可省略be。
2. 过去分词须正确:规则动词词尾加-ed,不规则动词需牢记。
3. 不及物动词无被动:如happen、arrive、appear等。
4. be going to的被动:be going to be done。
例:The work is going to be finished soon. 这项工作很快会结束。
同步精练
一 根据句意及汉语、首字母或音标提示填空
1. The space station uses large panels to collect ________ /səʊlə(r)/ energy for power.
2. Space travel r________ a lot of preparation and training to ensure the safety of astronauts.
3. Because of the stormy weather, they ________ (取消了) the sports meet.
4. The new heavy-lift ________ (火箭) was successfully launched from the Wenchang Space Launch Site.
5. Astronomers have discovered an ________ (系外行星) that might have conditions suitable for life.
6. The scientific journal plans to p________ the research findings about the new planet next month.
二 选择填空
( )1. (武汉月考)—I am reading a blog. It says in the future many jobs ________ by robots.
—Really? Like what? In schools, classes will be taught by them?
A. should be doing B. will be done C. need to do D. will being done
( )2. (武汉期中)—Look! Am I OK in the dress?
—I'm afraid you ________ the gate when appearing in the ceremony.
A. will show B. will be shown C. are shown D. show
( )3. —I hear many research labs ________ in the next five years to develop science and technology in China.
—Good news!
A. are built B. were built C. have been built D. will be built
( )4. —Are there any rules in the library?
—Yes. If you break them, you ________ to leave there.
A. Ask B. will ask C. are asked D. will be asked
三 根据汉语意思完成句子,每空一词
1. 一种新型太空服将被设计来保护宇航员在太空中免受极端温度的伤害。
A new type of spacesuit ______ ______ ______ ______ protect astronauts from extreme temperatures in space.
2. 新的天文望远镜被放置在远离城市灯光的高山上。
The new telescope ______ ______ on a mountain far away from city lights.
3. 由于技术问题,明天的太空行走被取消了。
Tomorrow's spacewalk ______ ______ because of technical problems.
4. 他的新发现将在下个月的杂志上发表。
His new discovery ______ ______ ______ in next month's magazine.
5. 到2030年,第一座太空酒店预计将被建成,吸引无数游客。
By 2030, the first space hotel ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ to attract countless tourists.
四 语法填空
阅读短文,用括号内所给词的适当形式填空。
Since the Tiangong Space Station was completed, many scientific experiments have been carried out there. It is now well __1__ (know) that working in space is both challenging and exciting. Thousands of exoplanets have been __2__ (discover) beyond our solar system, and studying them helps us understand the universe better. The Xuntian telescope, which __3__ (weigh) about 15,550 kilograms, will play a key role in this research.
Astronauts can move around easily by __4__ (push) against the walls in the weightless environment. However, living in space is not always easy. During sleep, they must be __5__ (tie) to their beds to avoid floating away. All their food is __6__ (prepare) on Earth and kept in special bags to prevent it from floating.
In the coming years, more advanced telescopes and rovers will be __7__ (launch) into space. They will be __8__ (require) to take clear pictures and collect data from distant planets. Space equipment must also be regularly __9__ (check) by astronauts during spacewalks.
Many young people dream of __10__ (explore) Mars or the moon one day. With new technology, these dreams may soon become reality. Perhaps one day, humans will find a new home beyond Earth.
1. ________ 2. ________ 3. ________ 4. ________ 5. ________
6. ________ 7. ________ 8. ________ 9. ________ 10. ________
第四课时 ……→ Section B (1a~1f)
一 根据句意及汉语、首字母或音标提示填空
1. Many ancient people believed in different ________ (神).
2. The universe is full of ________ /mɪˈstɪərɪəs/ objects that scientists are trying to understand.
3. A new s________ will be sent to Mars next year to look for signs of life.
4. The Milky Way is just one of the billions of ________ (星系) in the universe.
5. He wrote his name on the ________ (板子).
二 用括号内所给词的适当形式填空
1. Scientists believe there are billions and ________ (trillion) of stars in the universe.
2. We should never limit our ________ (imagine) when we try to create new things.
3. Many countries are now ________ (cooperate) on building a new space station.
4. Setting foot on the moon was one of the greatest ________ (achieve) in human history.
5. Keep working hard and you will finally meet your own ________ (expect).
三 根据汉语意思完成句子,每空一词
1. 自古以来,人们就仰望星空,梦想着探索宇宙。
People have ______ ______ ______ the stars and dreamed of exploring the universe since ancient times.
2. 宇航员在太空行走时总是携带额外的工具以防万一。
Astronauts always carry extra tools during spacewalks ______ ______.
3. 这艘宇宙飞船上携带着一台先进的望远镜。
The spacecraft carries an advanced telescope ______ ______.
4. 当宇航员登上空间站,便开启了特殊的旅程。
When astronauts ______ ______ ______ space stations, they start their special journey.
5. 许多国家正在合作建立一个月球基地。
Many countries are ______ ______ each other to build a lunar base.
四 词与短语填空
仔细阅读下面短文,用下面方框中所给的单词或短语填空,使短文在结构、句义和逻辑上正确。(提示:方框中有二个单词或短语是多余的。)
placed, quality, dream, good, happy, outer space, designed
Recently, Chinese astronauts have brought their love for food to space. They became the first humans to not only cook chicken and beef in __1__ but also eat them.
In a video from the Tiangong Space Station, Major Wu Fei took chicken wings(鸡翅) out of a package(包装盒), __2__ them on a special holder, and then put them into a hot air oven. After 28 minutes, he took them out and said they smelled as __3__ as they looked. Liu Weibo, an engineer, explained that the special oven was __4__ to make astronauts cook in space. It will give them more meal choices and improve their __5__ of life.
1. ________ 2. ________ 3. ________ 4. ________ 5. ________
五 阅读理解
阅读下面材料,从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
Last summer, I had the most unforgettable experience of my life. I was chosen to join a week-long space camp at the National Space Centre. When I first walked into the training centre, my eyes were suddenly drawn to a huge rocket model standing tall in the centre of the hall. Its white body shone under the lights, and I could almost imagine it roaring into the sky. My heart beat fast with excitement. I knew this week would change me forever.
During the camp, we took part in many hands-on activities. We learned how astronauts eat, sleep, and work in space. One of the hardest tasks was the simulator — a machine that turns around quickly to create the feeling of weightlessness. When it was my turn, I stepped inside with shaky legs. As it started to turn, I felt my stomach drop and my head spin(旋转). I wanted to shout, “Stop!” But my instructor's voice came through the speaker, encouraging me to hold on. Finally, I completed the training. When I stepped out, my teammates cheered for me. I felt so proud of myself.
On the third day, we built model rockets in teams. My group gathered around a table covered with parts — fins, engines, and colourful body tubes. We worked carefully, double-checking every step. When our rocket stood ready, we carried it to the launch field. With a countdown, I pressed the button. The rocket shot into the blue sky, leaving a trail of white smoke. We jumped and shouted as it climbed higher and higher. Watching it, I realized how much effort goes into real space missions. Even a small success like this required patience and teamwork.
Some people may think space exploration costs too much money. However, I hold a different view. Looking through a telescope at night, I feel connected to something greater than myself. The knowledge we gain from space helps us understand our own planet better. It also inspires young people like me to dream big and work hard.
Looking back, that week at the space camp taught me more than just science. It taught me to face challenges with courage, even when I felt dizzy(眩晕的) and afraid. It showed me the value of working with others, as my teammates cheered me on. Most importantly, it gave me a dream — to reach for the stars.
( )1. What did the writer see when he first entered the training centre?
A. A model rocket launch. B. Astronauts training in a simulator.
C. A huge rocket model. D. A team building model rockets.
( )2. What does the underlined word “simulator” mean in Paragraph 2?
A. A tool for building rockets.
B. A machine that copies real space conditions.
C. A place where astronauts sleep.
D. A kind of spacesuit for training.
( )3. What's the key to success in the writer's opinion according to Paragraph 3?
A. Carefulness and hard work. B. Luck and careful check.
C. Preparation and effort. D. Patience and working together.
( )4. What's the writer's attitude toward space exploration in Paragraph 4?
A. He thinks it costs too much. B. He believes it is valuable.
C. He feels it is too dangerous. D. He considers it a waste of time.
( )5. What's the main idea of this passage?
A. The valuable lesson learned at space camp.
B. The process of building model rockets.
C. An expensive space exploration.
D. Challenges about the rocket shot.
第五课时 ……→ Vocabulary in Use (2a~3d)
一 根据句意及汉语、首字母或音标提示填空
1. The doctor will ________ /ˈɒpəreɪt/ on the patient tomorrow.
2. The ________ (宇宙飞船) landed safely on Earth yesterday.
3. We took a ________ (调查) about people's favourite music.
4. The train was so c________ that we had to stand all the way.
5. My grandfather has great ________ (手艺) in making furniture, from wooden chairs to elegant tables.
二 用方框中的词与space组成复合词/短语,完成句子
walk, telescope, station, suit, craft
1. Many middle school students want to watch an astronaut do a ________ on TV someday.
2. Astronauts must wear a special ________ to keep safe when they work in outer space.
3. China has successfully sent many advanced ________ to explore the moon and other planets.
4. Scientists use a powerful ________ to study stars and galaxies far away from Earth.
5. Astronauts from different countries live and work together in the ________ in outer space.
三 选择填空
( )1. —What does the word “gesture” mean?
—It means a(n) ________ of the hands or head that shows a certain feeling.
A. movement B. instruction C. invention D. introduction
( )2. Paper-cutting is not easy to learn. It ________ much practice, patience and imagination.
A. explains B. supports C. provides D. requires
( )3. It took them plenty of time to ________ the detailed plan perfectly.
A. Achieve B. succeed C. realize D. complete
( )4. —Jenny is really a super fan of Li Bai.
—Yes, she is always ________ reading all his poems.
A. surprised at B. crazy about C. friendly to D. responsible for
( )5. —When will your new book come out?
—It's still being written. It will probably ________ next month.
A. cancel B. be cancelled C. publish D. be published
四 用方框中所给短语的适当形式填空
on board, fall asleep, in space, rocket launch, in case, in time
1. The astronauts felt a sudden vibration when the ________ began, and soon they were speeding toward the sky.
2. To avoid missing any important moment, the reporter arrived at the control centre two hours early __________________ something unexpected happened.
3. Living __________________ for six months requires not only physical strength but also strong mental health.
4. After a long day of experiments, the commander finally __________________ while floating gently in the sleeping bag.
5. All crew members must be __________________ the spaceship at least one hour before the final countdown.
6. The rescue team worked hard and managed to send the supply capsule __________________ to support the astronauts.
五 综合填空
阅读下面短文,根据上下文或括号内单词等提示,在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In October 1957, people listening to radios around the world heard something no one had ever heard before. For three weeks, there was just “Beep, beep, beep.” About one beep a second. Millions of people sat round their radios just listening for this beep. The beep itself was not all that 1 (amaze). The amazing thing was the place where it came from — space. The beep came from the world’s first man-made satellite, Sputnik 1.
Sputnik 1 was 2 (launch) on 4 October, 1957. It was round, made of metal, and more than two times larger than a basketball. It weighed about 84 kilograms, travelled at 29,000 kilometres an hour, and 3 (circle) Earth in 96.2 minutes. Sputnik 1 stopped beeping 4 its radio battery died on 26 October, and it burnt up when it fell back to Earth on 4 January, 1958.
The launch of Sputnik 1 also began the age of 5 (satellite). The first satellites were used 6 research. Through them, we can better understand the world we live in. They also send back photographs that help us to make better maps of our world.
Communication satellites were also soon 7 (develop). These allow TV and radio signals to be sent 8 oceans or to places thousands of kilometres away. This is how people can watch TV across continents and oceans. Weather satellites soon followed. These can tell us when a storm is coming or whether it will snow next week. One new kind of satellite that is now becoming more useful to the public is the positioning satellite. This satellite works with a highly complicated system, like the BDS, which can 9 (possible) tell us where our car or even our mobile phone is.
It seems that there is no end to the possible uses of satellites. The only real limit to 10 (they) use is our own imagination. The beep from Sputnik 1 started it all, and now we live in a world full of satellites.
1. ____________ 2. ____________ 3. ____________ 4. ____________ 5. ____________
6. ____________ 7. ____________ 8. ____________ 9. ____________ 10. ____________
▦ 单元项目学习 作文转化
【写作目标】
本单元围绕话题“Beyond Earth”展开,讨论太空成就,用一般将来时对太空探索进行预测,陈述太空探索的原因以及意义。通过本单元的学习,学生学会以“Describe Your Space Dream”为主题,进行书面表达训练,体裁以说明文、记叙文为主。写作内容主要介绍人类对宇宙的探索历程、已取得的成就以及对未来的展望,要求对比过去与现在,正确使用被动语态,时态准确、条理清晰、语句通顺。
【话题仿写】(补全写作模板)
Since ancient times, humans have dreamed of exploring the universe. Space exploration has changed a lot over the years.
In the past, people could only look up at the stars and wonder. They believed that the stars were from mysterious worlds. There were no rockets or spacecraft. Visiting the stars was just a wild dream.
Now space exploration has 1. ______________________ (将人类带入了太空). Many astronauts 2. ______________________ (已经被送入空间站). They live and work in weightless conditions for months. China’s space station 3. __________________ (已经建成) and is now fully operational.
In the future, more space missions will be continued. I believe one day we will 4. ____________________________ (在月球上建立基地) and explore deeper into the galaxy.
【实战演练】
探索宇宙对我们人类的发展具有重大意义。为了激发中学生对太空探索的兴趣,某英语报正在举办主题为“A Dream Trip to Space”的征文活动。假如你是一名太空迷,请根据以下提示,写一篇英语短文投稿,介绍你想象中的太空之旅。
How will you go to space?
What will you do in space?
What do you think of space travel?
Please write more about it.
注意:文中不得透露个人真实信息,词数100左右。
A Dream Trip to Space
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▦ 单元素养提升(新题型)
完形填空
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项中,选出一个能填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was in Grade 8, our school organized a trip to the space museum. I had never been there before, so I was excited. As we walked into the main hall, a huge rocket model stood right in front of me. At that moment, I made a 1 to myself: One day, I would work in the space field.
Our guide was a young scientist named Dr Lin. She spoke with great passion and shared many stories about space exploration. She told us how China’s first Mars rover, Zhurong, had been 2 to the red planet in 2021. I listened carefully, my heart beating faster with every word. After the talk, I asked her how to become a space scientist. She smiled and said, “You must never 3 learning, no matter how hard it gets.”
Those words stayed with me. I began to spend more time on my studies, especially physics and maths. At first, I found them difficult and often felt 4 when I got low grades. But I remembered Dr Lin’s advice and kept trying. Slowly, my grades began to 5. My teacher noticed my hard work and praised me in class. I felt proud and more 6 than ever before.
Last summer, I got the chance to take part in a space camp. There, I met young people from different schools who shared the same dream. Together, we built model rockets and tested them. When my rocket finally rose into the sky, I felt a strong 7 of achievement. One of the instructors was an astronaut who once stayed on the space station. He told us about the challenges of living in space, and we listened 8, afraid to miss a single word.
When the camp 9, I knew my life had changed. I no longer saw space as something far away. Instead, I saw it as a goal that I could 10 reach if I worked hard enough. I started a small astronomy club at school. At first, only a few students 11, but soon more came. We met every Friday to watch space videos and discuss the latest discoveries. Our science teacher was so 12 by our passion that he lent us a telescope.
Now I am in high school, and my dream is clearer than ever. I know the road is long and full of 13, but I am ready to face them. I believe that 14 hard work and patience, nothing is impossible. One day, I hope to 15 to space science in my own way — perhaps as an engineer, a scientist, or even an astronaut.
( )1. A. promise B. rule C. choice D. wish
( )2. A. sent B. taken C. brought D. carried
( )3. A. give up B. put off C. keep on D. think about
( )4. A. excited B. relaxed C. encouraged D. discouraged
( )5. A. drop B. improve C. appear D. fail
( )6. A. careful B. silent C. determined D. nervous
( )7. A. sense B. fear C. doubt D. pain
( )8. A. sadly B. quietly C. carelessly D. angrily
( )9. A. began B. opened C. continued D. ended
( )10. A. hardly B. never C. once D. someday
( )11. A. joined B. left C. watched D. spoke
( )12. A. bored B. impressed C. frightened D. confused
( )13. A. joys B. chances C. difficulties D. surprises
( )14. A. for B. with C. without D. against
( )15. A. lead B. point C. reply D. contribute
阅读理解
阅读下面材料,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
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China’s “Dream” Research Ship
China’s new ship, Mengxiang, or “Dream”, went into service in Guangdong on November 17. It was the largest scientific research ship that China had ever made on its own by 2024. Mengxiang has special tools and can dig up to 11 kilometres under the ocean floor(海床).
Air China’s First Flight of C919
On September 10, Air China’s first C919 aircraft successfully completed its first flight. The flight took off from Beijing Capital International Airport and landed at Shanghai Hongqiao Airport. C919 aircraft can carry more passengers and cover a longer airline.
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On the morning of September 24, the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre used the Jielong-3 rocket to successfully send eight satellites into space. The successful sea launch shows China’s strong abilities in space technology.
( )1. In which SECTION of the newspaper can we read the news?
A. HISTORY & EDUCATION.
B. NATURE & ENVIRONMENT.
C. TRAVEL & CULTURE.
D. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY.
( )2. What can Mengxiang do using its special tools?
A. Recover reusable satellites.
B. Carry more passengers and cover a longer airline.
C. Send satellites into space.
D. Dig up to 11 kilometres under the ocean floor.
( )3. When did Air China’s first C919 aircraft complete its first flight?
A. On Teachers’ Day.
B. On May Day.
C. On the Dragon Boat Festival.
D. On Mid-Autumn Day.
( )4. The best heading for the third piece of news would be __________.
A. Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre
B. Jielong-3 Rocket
C. China’s Strong Abilities
D. One Rocket, Eight Satellites
( )5. What’s the main purpose of these three news reports?
A. To call on children to learn about space technology.
B. To show the technological development in China.
C. To introduce China’s new scientific research ship.
D. To describe the changes of two airports.
B
Last week, I visited the National Space Museum with my classmates. It was an exciting experience that made me think about how far space exploration has come. I remembered learning from books that space was once a complete mystery to humans. But standing there, seeing real spacecraft and models of space stations, everything felt so close and real.
The first hall showed the early days of space exploration. Black-and-white photos showed scientists working with simple tools. There was a model of Sputnik 1, the first satellite, which looked small and simple. My friend whispered, “It’s hard to believe something so small opened the door to the universe.” On the wall, a timeline explained that in the past, people believed the stars were from gods or mysterious worlds. They could only look up and wonder.
The second hall was completely different. It was bright and modern, with large screens showing rovers moving on Mars. A guide told us that China’s Zhurong rover successfully set foot on Mars in 2021. “More than 5,000 exoplanets have been discovered so far,” she said. “Some of them might have water.” We also saw a model of the Tiangong Space Station. Students around me took photos and asked questions excitedly. “Astronauts can live there for months,” the guide added. “They do spacewalks and eat food prepared on Earth.”
In the third hall, we watched a short film about the future. It showed bases on the moon and astronauts visiting Mars. “International cooperation will be continued,” the film said. “More space missions will be launched.” A screen displayed a message: “In the near future, you might be the ones to set foot on new worlds.” I felt a shiver of excitement. The dream of visiting the stars seemed not so wild anymore.
As we left the museum, I thought about what I had seen. Space exploration has changed from simple dreams to real achievements. We have sent spacecraft billions of kilometres away. We have built space stations and found thousands of exoplanets. But the most important thing is the human spirit behind it — the curiosity, the courage, the wish to cooperate and explore together. Technology will keep advancing, but it is our human dream that truly reaches for the stars.
( )6. What surprised the students most in the first hall?
A. The model of the Tiangong Space Station.
B. The black-and-white photos of scientists.
C. The small size of the first satellite.
D. The large screens showing Mars rovers.
( )7. What did the guide say about exoplanets?
A. More than 5,000 of them have been discovered.
B. Astronauts have already visited some.
C. They are all like Earth.
D. They were found by Chinese scientists.
( )8. What does the underlined word “They” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A. The space missions. B. The students.
C. The astronauts. D. The satellites.
( )9. What would probably happen next according to the story?
A. The writer would give up interest in space.
B. The writer would dream of becoming an astronaut.
C. The museum would close down.
D. The writer would forget the visit quickly.
( )10. What can we know from the passage?
A. Space exploration was easy from the beginning.
B. Only China has made achievements in space.
C. Human curiosity and courage drive space exploration.
D. We will never be able to visit other planets.
C
Saturn(土星) is famous for the beautiful rings around it. Now, it’s getting attention for being even more amazing. Scientists have discovered 128 new moons around Saturn, bringing the planet’s total to 274. A moon is any naturally formed object that moves around a planet. Moons come in different shapes and sizes.
Scientists discovered the moons with a powerful telescope, which is used to study stars and planets in great detail. Scientists took many photos of areas in space and piled them on top of each other to make the moons appear bright enough to discover.
Most of Saturn’s new moons are small objects, just one or two miles wide — quite different from Earth’s Moon, which is a 2,159-mile-wide ball. These space rocks are in unusual orbits(轨道) too. They go around Saturn in the opposite direction to its own movement. At between 6.5 million and 18 million miles away from the ringed planet, the newly discovered moons are also further away than Saturn’s biggest moon, Titan.
Why does Saturn have so many moons while Earth only has one? According to scientists, several billion years ago, the giant planet’s gravity attracted some rocks and ice. Over time, some of them crashed against each other, breaking into smaller pieces or coming together to create many small moons.
The new moons were first discovered in 2023 by a team of scientists led by Edward Ashton, and were recently confirmed by the International Astronomical Union (IAU). Saturn now is the planet with the most moons — Jupiter is not far behind with 95. However, Dr Ashton believes this might be the limit for moon discovery. “I don’t think Jupiter will ever catch up,” he said. “With present technology, I don’t think we can do better than what has already been done,” he added.
( )11. What do we know about the new discovery?
A. Newly found moons look the same.
B. Scientists found new moons by accident.
C. Saturn’s rings attract many scientists.
D. 128 new moons were found around Saturn.
( )12. What does “the ringed planet” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A. Earth. B. Saturn. C. Moon. D. Titan.
( )13. What led to the large number of Saturn’s moons?
A. The size of the planet. B. The weights of the moons.
C. The orbit of the planet. D. The crashes of the moons.
( )14. What can we learn from Dr Ashton’s words in the last paragraph?
A. Jupiter will soon catch up with Saturn.
B. Saturn’s new moons might support life.
C. The IAU presented a medal to his team.
D. He is satisfied with their moon discovery.
( )15. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Saturn’s Beautiful Rings Are Famous in Space
B. Scientists Find 128 New Moons Around Saturn
C. The Differences Between Saturn and Earth’s Moons
D. Why Saturn Has More Moons Than Any Other Planet
三 综合填空
阅读下面短文,根据上下文或括号内单词等提示,在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
My dream of space exploration started when I was a child. I remember looking at the night sky and wondering about the 1 (mystery) stars. My grandfather told me that ancient people believed those lights were from gods. But I wanted to know the truth. I dreamed of 2 (visit) them one day.
Last month, our school organized a trip to the space museum. It was 3 amazing experience. We saw models of different 4 (spacecraft), from the early rockets to modern space stations. A guide told us that the first satellite was 5 (launch) in 1957. Since then, thousands of objects have been sent into space. I was surprised to learn that Voyager 1 is now 23.5 billion kilometres from Earth — that’s 6 (believe)!
The most exciting part was the hall about future plans. Scientists believe that more exoplanets will be 7 (find). Some of them might have water. International space stations will be built on the moon. Countries will cooperate 8 these missions. The guide said, “Maybe one of you will set foot on Mars in the future.” I felt so excited.
Now I read everything I can about space. I know that astronauts on the space station have to be tied down to fall asleep. Their food is prepared on Earth and kept in bags. It sounds difficult but also fun. I hope that one day I can experience weightlessness 9 see Earth from above — a huge shining ball in the dark space.
Space exploration teaches 10 (we) to be brave and curious. The universe is so big, and we have only just begun. I believe our dreams will take us to the stars.
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