考前押题04 阅读理解（记叙文）5大常考话题（期中专项训练）九年级英语上学期新教材北师大版

考前押题04 阅读理解（记叙文）5大常考话题 话题1 人物介绍 话题2 个人经历 话题3 哲理感悟（难点） 话题4 叙事忆旧 话题5 其他类 细节理解题 1.直接细节理解题在原文中可直接找到答案，常用who， what，when，where，why和how等提问。2.间接细节理解题需要通过有关词语和句子的转换，依靠主要事实、图表、图形来获取信息，然后利用因果、类比、时间、空间等关系进行加工或整理后方能得出结论 字词猜测解题 1.指代猜测法：指代猜测指依据语境的逻辑关系，判断划线的人称代词或指示代词在文章中指代的对象。2.根据近义词/反义词猜测词义法：在同一、同一段或同一篇文章中，作者为了避免语言的单调、重复，有时会使用意思相同或相近的词。因此，考生只要读懂上下文，知道其中一个单词的意思，就能猜出另外一个单词的意思。3.构词法猜词法：在阅读文章时，总会遇上一些新词汇，有时很难根据上下文来推断其词意，而它们对文章的理解又有着举足轻重的作用，常用的词根、前缀、后缀等语法知识来推断。 话题1 人物介绍（共3篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京顺义·期中） When she was just 10 years old, Angela entered her first piano competition. Each participant (参赛者) had to go up onstage one by one and perform their piece. At first Angela was excited. But when she was next up to play, doubts began to flood her mind. “What if I played the wrong notes? What if I forgot the notes? What if I just messed up?” Angela remembered thinking. As these worries raced through her mind, Angela watched another girl perform. The girl played beautifully. Once the girl finished, she walked offstage to where Angela was waiting, and did something unexpected in Angela’s eyes. “She looked at me and smiled with a thumbs-up,” Angela said. “Her smile was so warm and encouraging. It was like a beam of sunshine cutting through the clouds of my doubt. Her smile made me believe that the stage was just right for me, and that the piano was just right for me. Most importantly, that smile made me think that I was just right and I could perform on the stage that day.” With newfound confidence, Angela walked out to the piano and performed her piece. She focused on the music, letting the notes flow (流淌) from her fingers. Her performance turned out to be successful indeed. When she finished, she saw her competitor clapping (鼓掌) for her. Seeing such a show of support has stuck with Angela over the years. “As a competitor, she gave me respect and her gesture (手势) of goodwill helped a shy girl to face the stage,” Angela said. “She changed an important moment of my life, and her kind smile remains in my memory. And I’ll take that smile as a precious (珍贵的) gift.” 1．When Angela was next up to play, ________ began to flood her mind. A．doubts B．excitement C．tiredness D．happiness 2．When the other girl finished her playing, what did she do to Angela? A．She looked at Angela strangely. B．She laughed at Angela. C．She smiled at Angela with a thumbs-up. D．She hugged Angela warmly. 3．Why will Angela take that smile as a precious gift? A．Because the smile reminded her of her own mistakes. B．Because the smile made her feel respected and confident. C．Because the smile made her realize she was better than others. D．Because the smile made her want to become a really good pianist. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 【知识点】其他人、记叙文 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了10 岁的安吉拉首次参加钢琴比赛，上台前满是疑虑，看到另一位女孩出色表演后更紧张，然而该女孩表演完却向她微笑竖大拇指，这让安吉拉重拾信心并成功完成表演，多年来这个善意举动一直被安吉拉铭记 。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“But when she was next up to play, doubts began to flood her mind.”可知，当安吉拉接下来要演奏时，疑虑开始涌上她的心头。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“She looked at me and smiled with a thumbs-up”可知，另一个女孩演奏完后，她看着安吉拉，微笑着竖起了大拇指。故选C。 3． 推理判断题。根据“As a competitor, she gave me respect and her gesture of goodwill helped a shy girl face the stage”以及“And I’ll take that smile as a precious gift”可知，因为这个微笑让安吉拉感受到尊重和自信，所以她把那个微笑当作珍贵的礼物。故选B。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中） Dr. Jane Goodall was a famous animal expert and environmental protector. As a little girl, she loved animals deeply. She often spent hours watching birds and small insects in her garden. This hobby later became her life’s work. When she was 26, she went to Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania. At that time, she had no university science degree (学位) , but she started an important study of chimpanzees there. This study lasted for over 60 years. Goodall made amazing discoveries there. She was the first person to see chimpanzees use tools—like using sticks to get ants to eat. Before that, people thought only humans could make and use tools. This finding changed the study of primates (灵长类动物) forever. She also found that chimpanzees live in groups with close relationships, have strong family bonds, and feel emotions like happiness, sadness, and anger—just like us humans. Besides her scientific work, Goodall became a global leader in protecting the environment. In 1977, she set up the Jane Goodall Institute. This group works to protect chimpanzee habitats and teach people about environmental protection. She traveled around the world, gave speeches, and inspired millions of people—especially young people-to help the Earth. In 1991, she started a program called Roots & Shoots that helps kids and teenagers do activities to protect animals, people, and the environment, creating a new generation of environmental protectors. Goodall faced many difficulties in her career. She saw chimpanzee homes being destroyed by tree-cutting and illegal (非法的) hunting. But she never gave up. Her patience, kindness and effort made her loved all over the world. She even became a UN Messenger of Peace for her great work. Jane Goodall’s life teaches us important lessons about courage and curiosity. Though she is no longer with us, her work and words will live on. Every time we learn about chimpanzees, every time we do something to protect the environment, we are remembering her. She was not just a scientist; she was a friend to chimpanzees, a hero for nature, and an inspiration to everyone. 1．What was Jane Goodall’s important discovery about chimpanzees? A．They can speak human language. B．They use tools. C．They live alone. D．They don’t have emotions. 2．Which program did Jane Goodall start in 1991? A．Gombe Stream Research B．UN Messenger of Peace C．Roots & Shoots D．Jane Goodall Institute 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The life and work of Jane Goodall. B．How Jane Goodall studied chimpanzees in Tanzania. C．The importance of environmental protection. D．The history of the Jane Goodall Institute and its programs. 4．According to the passage, what can we learn from Jane Goodall’s life? A．You need to be a genius to make a difference. B．You need many degrees to succeed. C．Love, curiosity and courage are enough to make a difference. D．Only scientists can protect animals. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述简·古道尔的生平、科研发现与环保贡献。 【详解】1．第二段指出“She was the first person to see chimpanzees use tools—like using sticks to get ants to eat.”，简·古道尔重要发现是黑猩猩会使用工具。 2．第三段指出“In 1991, she started a program called Roots & Shoots that helps kids and teenagers do activities to protect animals, people, and the environment”，1991年她创立了Roots & Shoots项目。 3．全文介绍简·古道尔的童年、黑猩猩研究、环保工作、遇到的困难以及她带来的影响，讲述她的一生与事业。 4．最后一段指出“Jane Goodall’s life teaches us important lessons about courage and curiosity.”，结合全文她热爱动物、心怀好奇、勇敢坚持，最终做出巨大贡献。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京顺义·期中）Mark Twain was the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens. He was born on November 30, 1835, in a small town in Florida, the USA．He grew up with a few naughty boys who later appeared in his stories. At the age of 12, his father died, and he began to work, first as a printer, then on a riverboat. Those years on the boat went into his book “Life on the Mississippi”. During the Civil (国内的) War he worked as a reporter and used Mark Twain as his pen name. The stories he wrote in this period made him famous and popular. He made a lot of money by writing, lecturing and running his own publishing house. But he spent all of it on high living and an unsuccessful business. Mark Twain was known as a “funny man”. But in fact, he took a serious view of life. Many sad things happened in his own life. All his experiences helped to shape his stories, which showed the dark side of society. He died as an old man of 75 in 1910. 1．Where did Mark Twain work after he worked as a printer? A．On a boat. B．On a train. C．On a bus. D．On a plane. 2．When did Mark Twain become famous? A．During the Civil War. B．During World War Ⅱ. C．During the War of Independence. D．During World War Ⅰ. 3．What helped to shape Mark Twain’s stories? A．His friends. B．His father and mother. C．All the things he did and saw. D．The books he read. 【答案】1．A 2．A 3．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了马克·吐温的生平经历，包括他的出生、成长、工作经历、笔名的由来、成名时期以及他的创作特点等。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“At the age of 12, his father died, and he began to work, first as a printer, then on a riverboat.”可知，马克·吐温在做了印刷工之后是在一艘船上工作，故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“During the Civil (国内的) War he worked as a reporter and used Mark Twain as his pen name. The stories he wrote in this period made him famous and popular.”可知，马克·吐温在南北战争期间成为记者并以马克·吐温为笔名，这个时期他写的故事让他出名且受欢迎，所以是在南北战争期间成名的，故选A。 3．细节理解题。根据“Many sad things happened in his own life. All his experiences helped to shape his stories, which showed the dark side of society.”可知，他生活中发生的许多事情以及他的所有经历帮助塑造了他的故事，也就是他做过的和看到的一切帮助塑造了他的故事，故选C。 话题2 个人经历（共4篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Growing up in Damascus in Syria, Yusra dreamed of competing at the Olympics. She remembers watching the games with her father, who was a professional swimmer, and beginning training when she was 9. But after the civil war broke out when she was just 13, her life changed dramatically. “Our house was destroyed, so we had to live with my grandma, " she says. “We went to school, but it was dangerous; it was the same with swimming.” After four years of living in fear of attacks, she and her older sister Sara made the difficult decision to flee in search of safety in Europe. They traveled to Turkey first. They then continued onto Germany, which became Yusra and Sara’s second home-although it took some time for it to feel like it. “The one thing that made me feel at home was swimming,” says Yusra. She began training at a club, applying her determination and resilience (坚韧) to the sport she loved-and the next year, she was selected to compete at the Rio Olympics as part of the first ever Refugee (难民) Olympic Team. Competing on the world stage alongside athletes from all other countries, she realized that she was representing others like her—those who were forced to live beyond borders. From that moment, she has worked tirelessly to share her story, and those of so many others, to bring greater visibility to the dangers they have faced. Yusra will launch a foundation to provide refugees around the globe with access to education and sport. She is also currently studying film and TV production in Los Angeles. Swimming remains her cornerstone, the true constant in her life. “Swimming has taught me a lot: it taught me to ty again. If you’ re going through something tough, it doesn’t mean that it is over,” Yusra says. 1．Which word can best describe Yusra’s teenage life? A．Eventful. B．Decent. C．Boring. D．Purposeful. 2．What did Yusra realize after participating in the Rio Olympics? A．She had made a big achievement. B．She had to search for her identity. C．She could voice for the displaced. D．She should befriend other athletes. 3．What role does swimming play in Yusra’s life? A．It keeps her engaged in sports. B．It gives her a sense of stability. C．It is a means of gaining recognition. D．It offers a brief escape from reality. 4．What does the story mainly tell us? A．Where there’s a will, there’s a way. B．One good turn deserves another. C．A friend in need is a friend indeed. D．Action speaks louder than words. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．B 4．A 【导语】本文讲述了叙利亚游泳运动员尤丝拉·马尔迪尼在内战中逃离祖国、以难民身份参加里约奥运会，并通过游泳传递坚韧力量、为难民发声的故事。 【详解】1．根据文中描述，尤丝拉13岁时内战爆发，家园被毁、生活陷入危险，随后与姐姐逃亡欧洲，经历了动荡的青春期生活。“Eventful”意为“多事的、充满变故的”，能准确概括她这段充满波折的经历。 2．原文指出“Competing on the world stage alongside athletes from all other countries, she realized that she was representing others like her—those who were forced to live beyond borders.”，尤丝拉意识到自己代表着和她一样流离失所的难民，她可以为这些人发声。 3．文中指出“Swimming remains her cornerstone, the true constant in her life.”和“‘The one thing that made me feel at home was swimming,’ says Yusra.”，游泳是她生活中的基石与不变的依靠，给了她稳定感。 4．全文讲述了尤丝拉在内战中历经磨难，始终坚持游泳梦想，最终站上奥运舞台并为难民发声的故事，体现了“有志者事竟成”的精神。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中）When I started junior high, my only hope was that nobody would notice me. Everyone seemed so smart. They were everything I wasn’t but wanted to be. So it was strange how eagerly I expected to run for the 8th-grade secretary from my heart. Anyone interested in running should see the math teacher for qualification forms (资历表). I followed the crowd to the math classroom. Without even thinking twice, I filled out and turned in the forms, but I had no idea what I had got myself into. The only thing you could see in the hall was posters. Bookmarks and flyers (传单) littered the hallways. That week my friends and I passed out the bookmarks we’d made by ourselves. Everything was going as planned... until it was time for my speech. As I got ready to present my speech, I started sweating (出汗) when the camera focused on my face. What did my hair look like? Did I look at the camera? And most of all, did I look as frightened as I felt? Somewhere between handing out bookmarks and delivering my speech I asked myself one question, “What are you doing, Jack?” I felt lost. But with the anger and fear came something unexpected. I learned some amazing things about who I was. Not only did I give a speech in front of 300 students, but I introduced myself to people I’d never even met before. In fact, I felt unbelievably confident. I can’t remember every detail about the election (选举). But what I do remember is that I won! The shy and quiet boy won! Stay unnoticeable? NO! Why be unnoticeable when you can shine? I’m already planning my re-election speech. And I’ve learned the importance of taking a chance and believing in myself. And next time if there’s something you want to do, just do it! 1．What did the writer really expect to do from his heart? A．To run for the 8th-grade secretary. B．To meet the math teachers often. C．To follow others to do things. D．To stay unnoticed by others. 2．How did the writer feel as he got ready to present his speech? A．Confident. B．Nervous. C．Relaxed. D．Curious. 3．What has the writer learned from his experience? A．Winning the election is necessary. B．Tips on presentations are important. C．Everything needs to be well planned. D．Be confident and do things as you wish. 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者从最初希望不被注意到，到最终勇敢竞选八年级秘书并获胜的心路历程，展现了自信和勇于尝试的重要性。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“So it was strange how eagerly I expected to run for the 8th-grade secretary from my heart.”可知，作者内心真正期待的是竞选八年级秘书。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“As I got ready to present my speech, I started sweating (出汗) when the camera focused on my face. What did my hair look like? Did I look at the camera? And most of all, did I look as frightened as I felt?”可知，作者在准备演讲时感到紧张。故选B。 3．主旨大意题。根据“And I’ve learned the importance of taking a chance and believing in myself. And next time if there’s something you want to do, just do it!”可知，作者从经历中学到的是要自信并勇于尝试。故选D。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）One August afternoon, Richard Allen dropped off his last passenger, Mrs. Carey. Lifting two shopping bags, he followed her across the yard and stood on the step of her house. Looking up, he saw a large wasp nest (黄蜂巢穴) above the door. Allen had heard that wasps can become more likely to sting (刺，蛰)  in summer. He mentioned this to Mrs. Carey, who had opened the door. “Oh, they don’t trouble me,” she said. “I go in and out all the time.” Nervously, Allen looked at the nest again—to see the wasps flying straight at him. “Hurry,” he shouted to Mrs. Carey. “Get in!” She stepped quickly inside. Allen ran for his mini-bus. Too late. They were upon him. Just as he jumped aboard, several red stings showed on his arm, and he felt more on his back and shoulders. As he was driving down the road, Allen felt as if something was burning at the back of his neck, and the “fire” was spreading forward toward his face. And immediate worry and fear took hold of him. Allen knew that stings could cause some persons to die. But he had been stung last summer and the after-effects soon passed. However, what he didn’t know was that the first sting had made his body a hidden risk, waiting for the next sting to cause a serious reaction. Miles from the nearest medical help, Allen began to feel his tongue (舌头) thick and heavy and his heartbeat louder. Most terribly, he felt his breathing more and more difficult. He reached for the radio mike (话筒), trying to call the mini-bus center, but his words were hardly understandable. Signals were also poor that far out. He knew an emergency team was on 24-hour duty at the north Amherst Fire Station. So his best chance was to make a run for it. Rushing down the mountain, Allen tried not to be afraid, focusing his mind on each quick turn. He was almost through the last of them when he felt sure he was going into shock. Just then he reached for the radio mike again. “Call fire station,” he shouted, trying hard to form the words. “Emergency. Bee sting. Emergency. There in ten minutes.” “Ok. Stay calm. We’ll help you,” the center replied. Hold on, Allen thought. Keep your eyes open. Breathe. Keep awake. At last, he reached the station. Two firemen ran out. Allen felt their hands catch him before he hit the ground. “You made it,” he thought. 1．How did Allen feel when he saw the wasps flying straight at him? A．Nervous B．Calm C．Excited D．Angry 2．Which of the following is true according to the story? A．Allen stopped his mini-bus to ask another driver for help. B．Allen’s call for help was clearly understood by the mini-bus center. C．Allen was stung for the first time when he helped Mrs. Carey that afternoon. D．Allen managed to reach the fire station and was saved just before he fell down. 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Helping others can sometimes bring us trouble. B．Knowing the danger of wasp stings is important. C．Staying calm and acting quickly helps in danger. D．Calling a fire station is the best way to get help. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 【知识点】自我保护、记叙文、个人经历 【导语】本文讲述了Allen在送乘客回家时被黄蜂蜇伤，出现严重过敏反应，最终冷静自救的故事。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“Nervously, Allen looked at the nest again—to see the wasps flying straight at him. ‘Hurry,’ he shouted to Mrs. Carey. ‘Get in!’”可知，当黄蜂朝他飞来时，他感到紧张。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据“Allen felt their hands caught him before he hit the ground.”可知，Allen在倒下前被消防员接住并获救。D项表述正确。A项与“He reached for the radio mike”矛盾；B项与“his words were hardly understandable”矛盾；C项与“he had been stung last summer”矛盾。故选D。 3．主旨大意题。文章通过Allen在危险中保持冷静、迅速行动并成功自救的经历，说明了在危险中保持冷静和快速行动的重要性。故选C。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京昌平·期中） Breathing heavily, sixteen-year-old Ava Carter climbed the rocky mountain road. Ava had always been a quiet, thoughtful girl—until she lost her position as editor (编辑) of the school magazine, a role she had proudly held for two years. When she began to doubt herself too much, she left the noisy school behind and came to the mountains, searching for more than just a new beginning. This wasn’t just a hike to clear her mind. Ava was on a journey to rediscover herself. Though the road was difficult, each step filled her spirit with new energy. On the second day, while walking through a hard part of the path, she saw something strange—a young eagle lying on the ground, hurt and unable to fly well. It looked weak and helpless after last night’s storm. Ava felt sad and wanted to help it. Right away, she made a camp near the bird and gave it water and food, hoping it would trust her. The eagle watched her carefully, backing away at first. But Ava stayed, speaking softly with endless patience. She refused to leave the suffering creature alone. Day after day, she returned, focusing only on helping the eagle. She built it a small home, gently cleaned its wounded wing, and made sure it had enough food to recover. Sometimes Ava questioned whether she was making a difference. Yet, as the eagle grew stronger, so did she. Weeks later, Ava woke to find the eagle standing tall on a rock, spreading its wings wide to face the rising sun. It’s healed (愈合) completely. A deep sense of peace filled Ava’s heart—something she hadn’t felt in a long time. She had set out to heal the bird, but in doing so, she had found her own hidden strength. Ava watched the bird flying with tears in her eyes—joy and sadness mixed together. The bird was free, and in that moment, she felt free too. Back at school, she started a blog where she shared stories of growth. Her words soon inspired others, just as she had been inspired. “Sometimes, helping others is the only way to uncover the courage we’ve hidden inside,” she said. 1．Why did Ava go to the mountains? A．She wanted to help the eagle. B．She went to rediscover herself. C．She enjoyed hiking on her own. D．She planned camping near the bird. 2．How did Ava help the eagle? A．She called a vet for help. B．She gave it food and water. C．She trained the bird to fly on its own. D．She took it to a hospital for treatment. 3．What did Ava learn from this experience? A．Helping others can help us discover inner strength. B．Real power comes from being alone and independent. C．When facing difficulties, we should change the environment. D．Personal growth depends on the experiences outside of school. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．A 【导语】本文讲述艾娃因失去校刊编辑职位而前往山区徒步，在救助受伤老鹰的过程中重新找回自我力量的故事。 1．细节理解题。根据“Ava was on a journey to rediscover herself.”可知，艾娃去山区的目的是重新发现自我。选项B“她去重新发现自我”符合文意。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“she made a camp near the bird and gave it water and food”及“gently cleaned its wounded wing, and made sure it had enough food to recover”可知，艾娃通过提供水和食物、清洁伤口等方式帮助老鹰。选项B“她给它食物和水”为直接措施。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“she had set out to heal the bird, but in doing so, she had found her own hidden strength”及“helping others is the only way to uncover the courage we’ve hidden inside”可知，艾娃从救助老鹰的经历中领悟到帮助他人能激发内在力量。选项A“帮助他人可以帮助我们发现内在力量”符合主题。故选A。 话题3 哲理感悟（共7篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中）Five years ago, my wife and I experienced something truly special. That year marked our 40th wedding anniversary. As our gift to each other, we decided to take a road trip out west. After carefully checking our car, we set out from Ontario, Canada. We drove west to Alberta, then south into Glacier National Park in the United States. The journey was filled with beautiful views at every turn. It was a cold spring day when we drove along the Beartooth Highway. The road had just reopened for the season a few days earlier. Though there was still lots of snow beside the road, the views were absolutely breathtaking. I stopped again and again so I could take photos with my camera. I wanted to capture (捕捉) the amazing view, with my wife standing right in the center of the picture. There weren’t many other cars on the road. Occasionally, cars full of young tourists would drive past. Then we heard the sound of a motorcycle coming near. The rider, wearing dusty clothes, parked behind our car. He walked towards us and said simply, “Give me your camera and stand over there with your wife.” I have to say that I felt a little nervous—was he going to take our camera which held all our wonderful trip memories? But to our surprise, he just took a photo of us together, handed back my camera, and rode away before we could even thank him. That photo he took for us unexpectedly became one of our most treasured memories from the trip. That day, I learned an important lesson in a surprising place. We should never judge a person by the first impression. To the motorcyclist who may one day read this story and remember us: we wish to say a heartfelt “Thank you” for the kindness you showed us that day. 1．Why did the couple stop from time to time during the trip? A．To clear the snow from the road. B．To wait for young tourists to catch up. C．To take photos of the beautiful views. D．To check their car for possible problems. 2．The author’s nervousness was caused by ________. A．the few cars on the road B．the loud noise of the motorcycle C．the stranger’s amazing photo D．the motorcyclist’s unexpected behavior 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Actions speak louder than words. B．Treasure something before it’s gone. C．Patience can make you less nervous. D．First impression can’t always be trusted. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者和妻子在结婚40周年公路旅行途中，遇到一位骑摩托车的人，对方主动帮他们拍照，起初作者因对方意外行为而紧张，最后这张照片成为珍贵回忆，作者由此领悟到不能以第一印象判断人。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“I stopped again and again so I could take photos with my camera. I wanted to capture (捕捉) the amazing view, with my wife standing right in the center of the picture.”可知，这对夫妇在旅途中时不时停下来是为了拍摄美丽的风景。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“I have to say that I felt a little nervous—was he going to take our camera which held all our wonderful trip memories?”可知，作者的紧张是由摩托车骑手意外的行为引起的，作者担心对方会拿走相机，里面存着他们旅途的美好回忆。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“That day, I learned an important lesson in a surprising place. We should never judge a person by the first impression.”可知，我们能从文章中学到第一印象并不总是可靠的。故选D。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中） From Nobody to Somebody Brian was a funny student. He loved watching comedies best and hoped to become a comedy actor one day. When he heard about the talent show to be held at his school, Brian decided to take part in it. He had never acted on stage before, and he was very excited. But some students laughed at him. “You are not funny but silly,” Ken, one of his classmates, said to his face. “No one will like what you do,” another boy also said to him, loudly. Brian couldn’t understand why they were so unkind to him. For a moment, he thought about giving up the show. But he remembered how much his friends liked his jokes, and also his teachers said he was very funny. So he decided to prepare for the show. Brian did a great job at the talent show. Everyone loved his performance, and he won the first prize! His teachers and friends were proud of him. Even so, Ken told Brian that he was not funny and that he would never be successful. Brian didn’t understand why Ken said so, but he realized that it had nothing to do with him. He confidently continued to work towards his goal. As the years went on, Brian met more people like Ken. “You’ll do a terrible job,” they said to him. Luckily, most people encouraged him and some helped him to become even funnier. He got a lot of opportunities to perform in movies. He was even invited to appear on television. His fans thanked him because his comedies made them feel good when they were unhappy. Now Brian is a big comedy star! He is doing what he loves best and always believes in himself. He never feels stressed like those unkind people, and he laughs all day long! 1．Brian decided to prepare for the show because ________. A．he wasn’t busy acting in movies B．he was invited by a TV station C．his friends liked his jokes D．Ken was expecting his performance 2．After winning the first prize, Brian ________. A．began to understand Ken B．encouraged others to join him C．became a teacher of acting D．continued to work towards his goal 3．What can we learn from Brian’s story? A．It’s important to learn something new. B．True friends always agree with you. C．Believe in yourself and never give up trying. D．Talent will show itself sooner or later. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了Brian从被同学嘲笑到凭借自信和坚持成为喜剧明星的故事，传达了相信自己、永不放弃的积极信息。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“But he remembered how much his friends liked his jokes, and also his teachers said he was very funny. So he decided to prepare for the show.”可知，Brian决定准备表演是因为他的朋友们喜欢他的笑话，老师也说他很有趣。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Brian didn’t understand why Ken said so, but he realized that it had nothing to do with him. He confidently continued to work towards his goal.”可知，赢得一等奖后，Brian没有理会Ken的负面评价，而是继续朝着自己的目标努力。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据文章最后一段“Now Brian is a big comedy star! He is doing what he loves best and always believes in himself. He never feels stressed like those unkind people, and he laughs all day long!”可知，Brian的故事告诉我们：要相信自己，永不放弃尝试。故选C。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中） The Broken fence Everyone in Mr. Miller’s neighborhood knew his beautiful garden. It was full of colorful flowers and the greenest grass. But the most famous part was the white wooden fence around it. It was perfect—not a single board was broken or dirty. Every weekend, Mr. Miller was outside, painting the fence or pulling out tiny weeds (杂草). His next-door neighbor, a young boy named Leo, loved watching him work. “Your fence is so perfect, Mr. Miller,” Leo said one day. “Thank you,” Mr. Miller replied with a smile. “It’s important to take care of our things.” One night, a terrible storm hit the town. The wind was very strong, and a large branch from an old tree fell right onto Mr. Miller’s famous fence. The next morning, Leo went outside. He saw the damage. A whole section of the white fence was broken into pieces. He felt very sad for his neighbor. He ran to Mr. Miller’s house, expecting to find him upset. But Mr. Miller was just standing there, looking at the broken fence. He didn’t look angry. Instead, he was lost in thought. “I’m so sorry about your fence, Mr. Miller,” Leo said. Mr. Miller turned to him. “Thank you, Leo. But look,” he said, pointing to the hole. Leo looked through the broken space. From this new angle, he could see a part of the forest behind their houses that was always hidden by the fence. The morning sun was shining through the trees, and a small deer was drinking from a stream. It was a beautiful and peaceful picture. “I never knew we had this view,” Leo said. “Neither did I,” said Mr. Miller. “I was so busy keeping the fence perfect that I never thought about what it was hiding.” Instead of repairing the fence immediately, Mr. Miller did something surprising. He removed the whole broken section. Then, he built a simple wooden bench (长椅) and placed it facing the new view. He even planted some wildflowers to attract more birds and butterflies. Now, the garden was even more beautiful. It wasn’t just a perfect, closed space anymore. It was connected to the nature around it. Mr. Miller and Leo often sat on the bench together, watching the seasons change. 1．What was the most famous part of Mr. Miller’s garden? A．The colorful flowers in the garden. B．The greenest grass in the garden. C．The white wooden fence around it. D．The small weeds he pulled out. 2．How did Mr. Miller look when he found the fence was broken in the storm? A．Angry. B．Upset. C．Excited. D．Thoughtful. 3．What lesson can we learn from this story? A．We should take good care of our things and keep them perfect. B．We should face changes with a positive and open mind. C．We should be there for our neighbours when needed. D．We should always open our eyes to the beauty of nature. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了Miller先生的木栅栏在暴风雨中损坏后，他没有生气，反而发现了隐藏的美景，最终让花园与自然相连的故事。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“But the most famous part was the white wooden fence around it.” 可知，Miller 先生花园最著名的部分是周围的白色木栅栏。故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“But Mr. Miller was just standing there, looking at the broken fence. He didn’t look angry. Instead, he was lost in thought.”可知，Miller先生发现栅栏损坏时陷入沉思。故选D。 3．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，Miller先生原本执着于保持栅栏完美，栅栏损坏后却以积极开放的心态发现了新美景并改造花园，告诉我们应该以积极开放的心态面对变化。故选B。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京延庆·期中）There was once a famous scientist who made several important discoveries. Once he was asked how he was able to be so creative. He replied that it all came from an experience he had with his mother when he was 7 years old. He was trying to take a bottle of milk out of the refrigerator. But the bottle was too slippery (滑的) and he dropped it. The kitchen floor was covered in milk. When his mother came into the kitchen, instead of shouting at him or punishing him, she said, “Robert, what a great and wonderful mess you have made! I have never seen such a huge puddle of milk. Would you like to play in the milk for a few minutes before we clean it up?” So he did. After a few minutes, they cleaned it up together. Then his mother said, “This was a failed experiment in how to carry a big bottle of milk with two tiny hands. Let’s go out in the backyard and fill the bottle with water and see if you can find a way to carry it without dropping it.” The little boy learned that if he held the bottle at the top near the lip with both hands, he could carry it without dropping it. What a wonderful lesson! The scientist then added that it was at that moment that he knew he didn’t need to be afraid to make mistakes. He learned that mistakes are just opportunities (机会) to learn something new, which is, after all, what scientific experiments are all about. Even if the experiment doesn’t “work”, we can still learn something valuable from it. 1．What did Robert’s mother do after he made the mess? A．She asked him to clean the kitchen. B．She allowed him to play in the mess. C．She shouted at him and punished him. D．She showed him a huge puddle of milk. 2．Which word can best describe Robert’s mother? A．Smart. B．Careful. C．Hardworking. D．Protective. 3．What life lesson can we learn from the passage? A．We should treat life as a big experiment. B．We should keep an open mind about mistakes. C．We should learn something from scientific experiment. D．We should love our mothers with whole heart and soul. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文主要介绍了一位著名科学家分享的童年经历。这段经历让科学家领悟到不必害怕犯错，错误本质上是学习新事物的机会——这一认知也深刻影响了他的科学研究，因为科学实验的核心正是从“失败”中汲取有价值的知识。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“she said, ‘Robert, what a great and wonderful mess you have made! I have never seen such a huge puddle of milk. Would you like to play in the milk for a few minutes before we clean it up?’”可知，妈妈允许他在牛奶里玩几分钟再清理。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据第2-4段可知，妈妈面对孩子打翻牛奶的失误，没有简单责备，而是先允许孩子玩耍缓解情绪，再将失误转化为“如何拿稳瓶子”的学习机会，引导孩子主动探索解决方法，这种教育方式体现了她的智慧。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据“He learned that mistakes are just opportunities to learn something new, which is, after all, what scientific experiments are all about. Even if the experiment doesn’t ‘work’, we can still learn something valuable from it.”可知，他领悟到，错误只不过是学习新事物的机会，而这毕竟正是科学实验的本质所在。即便实验没有“成功”，我们仍能从中汲取有价值的东西，因此是告诉我们要理智地看待错误。故选B。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中） There was once an old man who went to the seaside every morning, walking along the beach drawing pictures and enjoying the beautiful sea. One morning, he came across a beach accidentally where thousands of starfish had washed up. The old man noticed a little girl was coming in the distance. As she walked, she would stop to bend down (弯下腰) and pick up an object and throw it into the sea. The man walked closer asking what she was doing by the seaside. She stopped, looked up, and replied, “Throwing starfish into the sea.” The man asked her why, to which she replied, “The sea has washed them up onto the beach and they can’t go back to the sea by themselves. When the sun gets high, they will die, unless I throw them back into the water.” The man noted, “But there are miles and miles of beach and there are thousands of starfish all along every mile, how will you make much of a difference?” The girl bent down, picked up another starfish and threw it as far as she could into the sea. Then she turned towards the old man, gave a smile and said, “I made a difference to that one!” After hearing the girl’s explanation, the old man was shocked. People often think they can’t do enough to make a big difference so they put off their actions or wait for someone else to take the lead. However, the little girl taught the old man a very important lesson. Everyone has the opportunities to create positive changes. One small step towards changing the world can make a big difference. Be the change for someone and inspire others to do the same. While you may not be able to change the whole world, you can make a big difference for a small part of it. 1．What did the little girl do by the seaside? A．She drew pictures to enjoy the beautiful sea. B．She washed the starfish and made them clean. C．She threw the starfish into the sea to save them. D．She walked along the beach and was bathed in the sun. 2．How did the old man feel after hearing the girl’s explanation? A．Shocked. B．Worried. C．Excited. D．Relaxed. 3．What can we learn from the story? A．Confidence can make wishes come true. B．Taking a small step can make a big difference. C．Changing others is necessary if they are wrong. D．People can change the world when they grow up. 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 【导语】本文通过一个女孩将冲向岸边的海星扔回到大海里和两个人的对话说明了：虽然你可能无法改变整个世界，但你可以为世界的一小部分带来巨大的变化。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“Throwing starfish into the sea.”可知，她把海星扔进海里，故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“After hearing the girl’s explanation, the old man was shocked.”可知，听了女孩的解释，老人很震惊。故选A。 3．主旨大意题。根据“While you may not be able to change the whole world, you can make a big difference for a small part of it.”可知，文章想告诉我们：虽然你可能无法改变整个世界，但你可以为世界的一小部分带来巨大的变化。故选B。 Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·北京密云·期中） My First Marathon A month before my first marathon, one of my ankles (脚踝) was injured and this meant not running for two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead. I remember back to my seventh year in school. In my first P.E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do either well. He later informed me that I was “not athletic”. The idea that I was “not athletic” stuck with me for years. When I started running in my thirties, I realized running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether or not I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of wills! The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn’t even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but ready to prove something to myself. Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces became untied. So I stopped to readjust (重新调整). Not the start I wanted! At mile 3, I passed a sign, “GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!” By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt badly. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again. By mile 21, I was really hungry! As I came to mile 23, I could see my wife waving a sign. She is my biggest fan. She never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a.m. or questioned my expenses on running. I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. In fact, I got the same medal as the one that the guy who came in first place had. Determined to be myself, move forward, free of shame and worldly labels, I can now call myself a “marathon winner”. 1．A month before the marathon, the writer ________. A．made up his mind to run B．felt scared C．was well trained D．lost hope 2．Why did the writer mention the P.E. class in his seventh year? A．To tell the readers a funny story.             B．To share a most treasured memory. C．To show he was not talented in sports.         D．To remember the support of his teacher. 3．What can we learn from the story? A．One is never too old to learn. B．Failure is the mother of success. C．Where there is a will, there is a way.             D．Behind every successful man stands his family. 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C 【导语】本文讲述了作者的首次马拉松经历，体现了“有志者事竟成”的道理。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据第一段“A month before my first marathon... leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead”可知，作者脚踝受伤后仍“决心继续（参赛）”，即下定决心要跑马拉松。故选A。 2．细节理解题。根据第二段“In my first P.E. class... I didn’t do either well. He later informed me that I was ‘not athletic’”可知，作者提及此事是为了说明自己“没有运动天赋”，这也是多年来困扰他的标签。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。作者赛前受伤、训练时间不足，且曾被贴上“没有运动天赋”的标签，比赛中又遭遇多重困难，但最终凭借意志力完成马拉松，体现了“有志者事竟成”的道理。故选C。 Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Last term, our class started a Storytelling Project where each student had to share a personal story in English. I chose to talk about my experience of learning to ride a bike and I spent many nights practicing aloud to make sure I wouldn’t forget the lines. When my turn came, I stood in front of the class and my voice shook a little. The first part went smoothly and I started to describe the moment I fell off the bike. I mentioned how I was injured and how I held back my tears. Just then, Mr. Chen suddenly interrupted me. He said, “No! You’re speaking too fast, and it’s hard for everyone to feel your emotions. Try to slow down here, and pause for two seconds after saying you held back your tears.” I froze, my face turning red, but I quickly nodded and I tried to slow down. But after two more sentences, I accidentally rushed again. Mr. Chen stopped me just like he did the first time. I felt so embarrassed that I apologized quietly and hurried back to my seat. Next was Xiao Yu, a quiet girl who usually sat silently in the back row. As soon as she started talking about her grandmother’s garden, Mr. Chen stopped her and said, “No! Your voice is too soft.” To my surprise, Xiao Yu didn’t give up. She took a deep breath, lifted her head, and started again. This time she talked with a clear, steady voice. Even if she paused to think, she kept going until she finished. “Well done, Xiao Yu,” Mr. Chen said with a smile. After class, I asked her why she didn’t give up when the teacher criticized (批评) her?” She answered, “My grandmother always says a small setback doesn’t mean you’ve failed.” Her words stuck with me that night. I recorded my story, found parts where I needed to slow down, and marked pauses carefully. I even asked my mother to listen and tell me when I sounded rushed. A week later, when Mr. Chen asked if anyone wanted to try again, I raised my hand. This time, whenever I felt nervous, I remembered Xiao Yu’s grandmother’s words. I spoke slowly, stumbled once but quickly recovered, and kept going. At the end of the presentation, the class clapped, and Mr. Chen nodded to show satisfaction. I hadn’t just finished the story and I’d learned to keep trying even when others say “No!” 1．Why did the writer rush back to her seat after the second interruption? A．She forgot the rest of the story. B．She felt ashamed of being criticized. C．Mr. Chen told her to let Xiao Yu go next. D．She needed to practice changing her speed. 2．What can we infer about Xiao Yu from the passage? A．She was very good at public speaking. B．She never made a mistake while storytelling. C．She kept going because she was influenced by her grandmother’s words. D．She was Mr. Chen’s favorite student. 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Practice makes perfect in storytelling. B．Keeping trying in the face of criticism (批评) helps us grow. C．The teacher’s strictness was beneficial to his students. D．Others’ encouragement changed the writer’s self-esteem (自尊心). 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者在班级讲故事项目中，因语速过快被老师打断两次而感到尴尬，而同学小雨在面对老师批评声音太小时没有放弃，最终成功完成讲述。受小雨和她奶奶话语的启发，作者一周后再次尝试，克服紧张，最终获得成功，并领悟到在面对批评时要坚持尝试才能成长的道理。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“I felt so embarrassed that I apologized quietly and hurried back to my seat.”可知，作者在被老师第二次打断后，因为感到尴尬和羞愧而匆匆回到座位。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第五段“She answered, ‘My grandmother always says a small setback doesn’t mean you’ve failed.’ Her words stuck with me that night.”以及第四段小雨在老师批评后重新开始讲述并成功完成，可以推断小雨是因为受到奶奶话语的影响而坚持下去的。故选C。 3．主旨大意题。文章通过作者和小雨在讲故事项目中的经历，展示了在面对老师的批评时，坚持尝试和不放弃的重要性，最终作者和小雨都获得了成长和成功。因此，文章的主旨是在面对批评时坚持尝试有助于我们成长。故选B。 话题4 叙事忆旧（共XX篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中）“Look! The community center is having an art competition,” said Grace. She was holding a flyer (传单). Mrs. Simon read the flyer aloud. Everyone agreed they would like to enter the art competition. Mrs. Simon said, “Our classroom supply (供应) of art materials is low because it’s the end of the year. I’ll check with Mrs. Rice to see what she has.” Mrs. Rice, the art teacher, didn’t have any art materials. “I won’t be getting a supply until next year,” she said. The whole class was upset. “How can we enter the art competition without art materials?” asked Grace. “Maybe we can raise the money. We could have a book sale,” suggested Hal. “I don’t think there is time,” Mrs. Simon said. “Let’s use the paper in the recycling bin.” Pablo offered an idea. He seldom spoke up, so everyone was surprised. “Why would you use old paper?” Hal asked. “To save trees and protect the Earth.” replied Pablo. “We can also use this old string (线) and these wire hangers (铁丝衣架),” added Grace. Now the class had to decide what to do with the materials. Pablo had another idea. “We can fold the paper into the cranes.” Mrs. Simon taught the children how to fold (折叠) a paper into cranes. Then everyone helped tie the cranes to a frame (架子) to make a mobile. On the day of the competition, the paper crane mobile hung in a large community center room. The huge space was crowded with art works. The crane mobile swayed (摇摆) gently as people walked past, and the paper cranes appeared to be softly flying. The paper crane mobile turned out to be a big success and won the prize for the most creative use of materials. The whole class proudly accepted their prize. Grace said, “We made our art work, and we saved the Earth at the same time.” 1．Why did the class feel upset at the beginning of the story? A．Because no one would like to enter the competition. B．Because they didn’t have enough art materials to use. C．Because Mrs. Simon didn’t allow them to make any art. D．Because community center couldn’t hold the competition. 2．How did they enter the art competition? A．By raising some money. B．By having a book sale. C．By using some old materials. D．By using classroom supply. 3．What made their art work a big success? A．The way they raised money. B．The leading role of the teachers. C．The supply of art materials they got. D．The creativity they showed in the work. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要介绍了为了参加艺术竞赛，在没有艺术材料的情况下，全班师生集思广益，最终决定对旧材料加以重复利用，不仅做出了非常有创意的作品而且还为保护地球尽了一份力量。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“Mrs. Rice, the art teacher, didn’t have any art materials”可知他们没有足够的美术材料使用，所以感到很沮丧。故选B。 2．推理判断题。根据“Let’s use the paper in the recycling bin.”，“We can also use this old string (线) and these wire hangers”以及“Now the class had to decide what to do with the materials...Then everyone helped tie the cranes to a frame (架子) to make a mobile”可知，学生们是通过使用一些旧材料来参加艺术比赛的。故选C。 3．细节理解题。根据“The paper crane mobile turned out to be a big success and won the prize for the most creative use of materials...We made our art work, and we saved the Earth at the same time”可知，学生们的艺术品成功的原因是他们在作品中展示的创造力。故选D。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京海淀·期中）School always made Jasper nervous because of his vitiligo (白癜风). He always felt like everyone was watching and each look hurt him. He hated being the center of attention, so he kept to himself, avoiding group activities and conversations. Luckily, Ms. Green noticed him. She was the kind of teacher who could bring out the best in every student. “Hey, Jasper,” she said softly, “I know school can be hard, but you are able to shine.” A few days later, the headmaster announced a model airplane competition. Ms. Green thought it would be perfect for Jasper. She paired him with Rustle, an outgoing kid who was always up for a challenge. Rustle didn’t seem to care about Jasper’s skin. He just wanted to build a great plane. “Let’s do this, man,” he said to Jasper. At first, Jasper just wanted Rustle to take the lead, but Rustle kept encouraging him, “You’ve got great ideas. Tell me what you think.” Hearing this, Jasper slowly started sharing his ideas. When they had problems, Rustle would smile and say, “It’s OK. We can learn from them. Failure is just another word for learning.” Together, they found ways to fix the problems. Rustle’s support helped Jasper believe in himself. Step by step, Jasper became more willing to share and felt happier working with this friend. On the day of the competition, their plane soared (翱翔) higher than any other. They won the first place, and the crowd cheered. Ms. Green smiled at Jasper, inviting him to speak about their project. He took a deep breath and stepped up. He talked about their work, the troubles, and how they teamed up. His voice grew louder as he spoke. The audience gave a long and thunderous round of applause. For the first time, Jasper felt truly discovered—not for his skin, but for his mind and creativity. With a friend like Rustle and a teacher like Ms. Green, he felt brave enough for whatever came next. 1．What was Jasper like at school at first? A．He stayed active in class. B．He avoided talking to others. C．He tried to be noticed by others. D．He asked the teacher many questions. 2．What truly changed Jasper? A．The praise from the headmaster. B．The attitude towards his teachers. C．The love of his parents and friends. D．The support from Ms. Green and Rustle. 3．After this experience, Jasper would probably ________. A．trust himself when facing challenges B．hide himself from most of his friends C．depend on the teacher more than others D．focus on building model airplanes all the time 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．A 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。讲述了患有白癜风的Jasper因害怕被关注而自我封闭，但在Green老师和同学Rustle的鼓励下，通过参加模型飞机比赛逐渐建立自信的故事。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“He hated being the center of attention, so he kept to himself, avoiding group activities and conversations.”可知，Jasper最初在学校避免与他人交流。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Rustle kept encouraging him”、“Rustle’s support helped Jasper believe in himself.”以及“With a friend like Rustle and a teacher like Ms. Green, he felt brave enough for whatever came next.”可知，Green老师和Rustle的支持真正改变了Jasper。故选D。 3．推理判断题。根据“With a friend like Rustle and a teacher like Ms. Green, he felt brave enough for whatever came next.”可知，有了Rustle这样的朋友和Green女士这样的老师，他对未来充满勇气。由此可推知，经过这段经历，Jasper在面对挑战时会相信自己。故选A。 话题5 其他类（共5篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Lucy’s birthday was coming. She would turn twelve in just four days. Her mom had asked her what she wanted as a gift this year. Lucy thought for the past few weeks about what she would like. She thought maybe a new basketball, or maybe a new bike, or an e-reader. She told her mom her choices and said that she hoped to be surprised. “Any of those gifts would be great,” she said. Secretly, she hoped for an e-reader. Lucy loved reading fiction. Lucy’s mom told her dad Lucy’s choices and they talked about the list of gifts one night after Lucy went to sleep. Her dad said, “I think Lucy may get tired of the basketball.” Her mom said, “We just bought her a new bike last New Year. It was only getting a little small for Lucy although she was growing so fast.” “I think we should get Lucy an e-reader,” said her dad. “She is so interested in reading books and she would like that the best. I know some of her friends use e-readers to read books.” “Sounds good,” said her mom. Her dad told her mom he would stop by the store the next day after work and pick out an e-reader for Lucy. Sunday morning came. Lucy was so excited about her birthday and she ran down the stairs into the living room. Her gift was usually near her chair at the table. She saw a box and when she opened it, she shouted, “It’s an e-reader!” “Happy Birthday!” said her mom and dad. “This is fantastic! I was hoping that you would give me an e-reader. I probably wouldn’t use the basketball much, and my bike is okay for now. But I can use the e-reader! Thanks so much.” said Lucy. “You’re welcome,” said her mom and dad. That night, Lucy read part of a science fiction on her e-reader and she loved it. 1．What did Lucy secretly hope to get as her birthday gift? A．A basketball. B．An e-reader. C．A bike. D．A fiction book. 2．Where did Lucy see her birthday gift? A．In the living room. B．In her bedroom. C．In the kitchen. D．In the dining room. 3．How did Lucy’s parents choose the birthday gift for Lucy? A．They asked some of Lucy’s friends for advice. B．They made Lucy choose one from the gift list. C．They discussed what was useful for Lucy. D．They asked Lucy what she really needed. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．C 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了露西在十二岁生日前选择礼物，以及父母如何为她挑选礼物的过程。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“Secretly, she hoped for an e-reader. Lucy loved reading fiction.”可知，露西内心最渴望的生日礼物是电子阅读器。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“Sunday morning came...she ran down the stairs into the living room. Her gift was usually near her chair at the table.”可知，生日礼物放置在客厅。故选A。 3．推理判断题。根据父母讨论“篮球可能被闲置”、“自行车还很新”、“电子阅读器最符合阅读爱好”的对话过程可知，父母是通过讨论礼物的实用性做出的选择。故选C。 Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京通州·期中）My mom did my laundry (洗衣服) until the day I left for college. She wanted to help me by giving me as much time as possible to study. But when I got to college, I was stressed by laundry. I didn’t know how long it took to wash the clothes or how to dry them. So I had to figure it out in a laundromat (自助洗衣店) in between studying and attending classes. I decided my kids would learn how to do their laundry while under my roof. I wanted them to learn this life skill and how to manage their time. But I didn’t want to wait until they were on the way out the door. When should children start doing their own laundry? Middle school seemed like a better age to teach them than high school. I felt they were old enough to handle it, because it was not quite so busy with extra subjects or higher-level classes. So when my oldest son was in the 6th grade, I decided he could at least put away his clothes after I folded (折叠) his clothes and put them on his bed. When he got to 7th grade, I would wash and dry his clothes and then leave them in a pile (堆) for him to fold and put away. My goal was that by 8th grade he would wash, dry, fold and put away his clothes. I thought doing this little by little would meet with the least amount of resistance (反对). And that turned out to be right. My son jumped ahead of this time frame on his own, though, because he found it annoying to find a pile of clothes on his bed to fold. He started doing everything himself in the 7th grade. Now my kids are 17 and 14, and they can do their own laundry by themselves. It pleases me to see them pitch in, but more importantly, to realize they know how to do laundry and how to manage their time long before they have to face the other challenges in high school and college. 1．How did the writer feel when she did laundry in the college? A．Happy. B．Relaxed. C．Worried. D．Comfortable. 2．The writer asked her oldest son to ________ when he was in the 6th grade. A．fold his clothes B．put away his clothes C．learn to dry clothes D．wash his own clothes 3．Why did the writer teach her children to do laundry? A．Because she had no time to do laundry for them. B．Because she needed them to look after her at home. C．Because she wanted them to work as laundrymen. D．Because she wanted them to learn life skills and learn to manage time. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，作者通过自己大学时不会洗衣服的经历，反思并制定计划，逐步教会孩子们掌握这项生活技能和时间管理能力，并最终取得成功。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“But when I got to college, I was stressed by laundry”可知，作者在大学自己洗衣服时感到有压力、担心，“Worried”符合语境，故选C。 2．细节理解题。根据“So when my oldest son was in the 6th grade, I decided he could at least put away his clothes after I folded (折叠) his clothes and put them on his bed.”可知，作者在大儿子六年级时让他把叠好的衣服放好，故选B。 3．细节理解题。根据“I wanted them to learn this life skill and how to manage their time.”可知，作者教孩子洗衣服是想让他们学习生活技能并学会管理时间，故选D。 Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京大兴·期中）“Today’s the day, Dad,” Ethan said nervously. “I hope I won’t let the team down.” He was going to be the pitcher (投手) for the first time. “You’ll do great,” Dad encouraged. “You’ve practiced for months. And can you feed the llamas before you leave? I’m driving Grandma to the hospital.” “Sure,” Ethan replied, heading for the barn (谷仓). As soon as Ethan arrived, he heard a noise—their young llama Zeke was opening the gate! Ethan ran to stop him but it was too late. Zeke ran into the forest near the busy road and disappeared. Oh no! I don’t have time for this, Ethan thought, feeling worried. But he knew he couldn’t leave with the llama on the loose. After a hard search, Ethan finally saw Zeke a few feet ahead of him, eating leaves. Ethan tried to get close, but Zeke ran away again. Ethan realized he needed a halter (缰绳) to catch Zeke. Just then, Justine and her dad arrived to drive him to the game. Ethan refused to go with them because he had to get Zeke back. Ethan tried to hold back tears as he went to get the halter. After he had it, he ran back to the forest. But he still failed to catch Zeke. Ethan sat down on the ground to catch his breath. He knew the team would be starting their warm-up by now. He wished he could be there with them. Suddenly, Justine’s dad’s car returned. Behind it was Coach Schultz’s car! Kids from the team jumped out of the two cars! “Justine told us what happened,” Coach Schultz said. “We’ll help you.” Ethan said excitedly, “Thanks!” He thought quickly. “Maybe we can make a circle around Zeke and catch him!” Coach Schultz helped Ethan organize everyone. Finally, they circled Zeke and Ethan put the halter on him. “I’m sorry this took so much of our warm-up time.” Ethan said. “It’s OK,” Coach Schultz said. “Our team works well together! I can see how responsible you are. Now let’s get back to the field. We’ll have time for a short warm-up before the game.” Ethan smiled. His pitching arm felt stronger than ever. 1．How did Ethan feel when Zeke ran into the forest? A．Excited. B．Worried. C．Surprised. D．Confident. 2．How did the team finally catch Zeke? A．By asking Ethan’s dad for help. B．By working together to circle him. C．By using some leaves to attract him. D．By driving the car to get close to him. 3．Why did Ethan’s pitching arm feel stronger at last? A．Because he had enough time to warm up. B．Because his coach taught him new skills. C．Because he was happy that Zeke was safe. D．Because he felt the power of the team. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了伊桑第一次担任棒球队投手，在比赛前小羊驼泽克跑进森林，他为了找回泽克而努力，最终在队友和教练的帮助下成功找回泽克并按时参加比赛的故事。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据“Oh no! I don’t have time for this, Ethan thought, feeling worried.”可知，当泽克跑进森林时，伊桑感到担心。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据“‘Maybe we can make a circle around Zeke and catch him!’ Coach Schultz helped Ethan organize everyone. Finally, they circled Zeke and Ethan put the halter on him.”可知，队员们通过一起围成一个圈抓住了泽克。故选B。 3．推理判断题。根据“‘Our team works well together! I can see how responsible you are. Now let’s get back to the field. We’ll have time for a short warm-up before the game.’ Ethan smiled. His pitching arm felt stronger than ever.”可知，教练对伊桑说团队一起合作得很好，还夸赞他很有责任感，之后伊桑的投球臂感觉比以往任何时候都更有力，由此可推测出伊桑最后投球臂更有力是因为他感受到了团队的力量。故选D。 Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中） A School Trip to the Aquarium “We have to stay together so no one will get lost,” Ms. Lane said as she lined the class up when they got to the aquarium, the place for their school trip today. As Erica listened to Ms. Lane, she held her best friend Lisa’s hand, and the class moved forward in one big group. Their first stop in the aquarium was to see the penguins. Lisa was so excited that she ran right up to the glass. Erica noticed that some of the penguins walked together. Others had little baby penguins by their side. “How come some of those penguins stay together?” Erica asked Ms. Lane. “Well, some penguins stay together to keep each other warm and safe,” explained Ms. Lane. “By using some signals (信号) like we do, they let other penguins know if there is danger, while others take care of their babies. Without the group, the babies would get lost or go hungry.” Ms. Lane continued and then asked the class to line back up and find their partners. “Look, we are like the penguins,” said Lisa as she waddled (摇摆地走) next to Erica. The class moved as a group to the next room where there was a big tank filled with fish of different shapes and sizes. “Why are all those little fish swimming together?” asked a boy. “For protection,” said Ms. Lane. “What kind of protection?” Erica asked. “Well, since they are small, if they were on their own, other bigger fish could eat them,” said Ms. Lane. “But when they all swim together, they look like a bigger fish. This way they won’t be seen as a bunch of small fish. Such a group of fish is called a school.” “Like us,” said Lisa. “We are a school because we all stay together, and no one gets lost.” “Some schools of fish stick together in order to survive in their environment,” added Ms. Lane. Erica watched the fish swim together. She liked that the fish and the penguins helped each other by staying in a group. 1．During the visit at the aquarium, ________. A．the kids were divided into several groups B．Lisa asked a lot of questions about the fish C．students tried to finish their biology homework D．Ms. Lane explained why penguins stayed together 2．According to the passage, the little fish swam together to ________. A．send some signals B．keep each other warm C．protect each other D．keep their baby fish fed 3．At the end of the school trip, Erica probably realized ________. A．the power of teamwork B．the importance of courage C．the meaning of friendship D．the value of independence 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．A 【导语】本文讲述了一个学校旅行到水族馆的故事。学生们在老师的带领下，参观了企鹅和鱼类展区。通过观察企鹅和鱼类的行为，学生们了解到它们为了生存而群居的习性。这个故事强调了团结和合作的重要性。 1．细节理解题。根据第四段“How come some of those penguins stay together?” 和第五段“Well, some penguins stay together to keep each other warm and safe,” explained Ms. Lane. “By using some signals (信号) like we do, they let other penguins know if there is danger, while others take care of their babies. Without the group, the babies would get lost or go hungry.”可知，在参观水族馆期间莱恩女士解释了企鹅为什么待在一起。故选D。 2．细节理解题。根据第“ ‘Well, since they are small, if they were on their own, other bigger fish could eat them,’ said Ms. Lane. ‘But when they all swim together, they look like a bigger fish. This way they won’t be seen as a bunch of small fish. Such a group of fish is called a school.’ ”可知，小鱼游到一起是为了互相保护。故选C。 3．推理判断题。根据最后一段“Erica watched the fish swim together. She liked that the fish and the penguins helped each other by staying in a group.”可知，在学校旅行结束时，埃里卡可能意识到了团队合作的力量。故选A。 Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·北京房山·期中）13-year-old Sarah sits in her yard, laying out her handmade crafts (手工制品) on the table. There are baskets, flower pots, and cloth bags—all made from recycled materials. They are not just creative objects; they’re part of Sarah’s project to make a greener community. Two years ago, Sarah would pass by a park near her house every day after school. Plastic bottles, empty cans, and broken toys littered the roadside. Seeing this, Sarah felt sad. One afternoon, Sarah noticed some kids selling orange juice at the park. People stopped to buy it, but then Sarah got an idea. “Mom, what if we sell handmade crafts?” she asked excitedly that evening. “Then we can buy trees for our neighborhood with the money.” With her mom’s help, Sarah started making crafts with great interest, using old boxes, plastic bottles and empty cans. Every day after school, she sat in her yard, waiting for customers. At first, no one came. Sarah felt down, but she didn’t give up. Later, people began to stop by. A kind woman bought a cloth bag, saying it was perfect for shopping. Kids liked the flower pots, and one boy even asked Sarah to make him a special basket for his toys. By the end of the first month, Sarah had made $150! She bought 30 small trees. Together with her parents, they planted trees around the park and along the sidewalks. Now, the neighborhood looks nicer, and the birds have more places to rest. Sarah even teaches her friends how to make eco-friendly (环保的) crafts after school. They organize sales every month to raise money for new projects, like bird feeders. This year, Sarah shared her story at a local community event. “Making a greener community is important,” she said proudly. “If everyone helps a little, we can make our lives better.” She believes that no effort is too small when it comes to caring for the environment. 1．How did Sarah feel when she saw so much litter on the roadside? A．Nervous. B．Sad. C．Surprised. D．Angry. 2．What did Sarah sell in her yard? A．Small trees. B．Orange juice C．Plastic bottles. D．Handmade crafts. 3．What is the writer trying to tell us through Sarah’s story? A．Recycling is the best way to keep the community clean. B．Young people should learn to make crafts in their free time. C．Planting more trees is important for birds and other animals. D．Everyone’s small efforts can help make the world a better place. 【答案】1．B 2．D 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。主要讲述了莎拉从自己所做的环保小事，包括卖手工工艺品为社区购买小树苗，为鸟类提供更多的休息场所等，并呼吁大家为环保尽到自己力量的故事。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据第二段“Plastic bottles, empty cans, and broken toys littered the roadside. Seeing this, Sarah felt sad.”可知，莎拉看到各种垃圾时很难过。故选B。 2．细节理解题。根据第四段“Mom, what if we sell handmade crafts?”可知，莎拉卖手工艺品来赚钱，故选D。 3．主旨大意题。根据最后一段“She believes that no effort is too small when it comes to caring for the environment.”可知作者通过莎拉的故事告诉我们，再小的努力都能让世界变得更美好。故选D。 讲述了2026年菲尔兹奖得主王虹的成长故事，涵盖童年意外、家庭支持、求学波折及最终感悟，旨在传达坚持与慢成长的意义。 【新素材·2026年菲尔兹奖得主王虹】 When Wang Hong accepted the Fields Medal (菲尔兹奖), one of the highest honors in math, in July 2026, many people in China felt proud. Wang grew up in Pingle County, Guangxi. At the age of four, her arm was badly hurt by boiling water. For many years, her parents took her from one hospital to another. Because her skin was very sensitive (敏感的) to light, she spent a lot of time inside the house. This hard experience did not close her world. Instead, it helped her learn how to be alone, how to read by herself, and how to silence the noise around. Her father, a math teacher, opened the door to numbers for her. Her mother, an English teacher, helped her fall in love with language. Wang later said that math was one way for her to understand the world. As a child, she was happy when she solved a problem about seven points on a flat surface. Her parents did not force her to follow a fixed path. They gave her freedom, which became an important kind of support. At Peking University, Wang did not first get into the math school she wanted. Surrounded by classmates who had years of competition training, she began to doubt herself. Still, she could not give up math. She worked hard enough to move into the School of Mathematical Sciences. Later, in Paris and at MIT, she still wondered if she was only good at exercises or if she could really do research. She even stopped math for a while and tried art and architecture (建筑). In the end, she came back. Years of doubt (怀疑), wrong turns, and trying again did not push her away from the problem. They helped her come back to it with a quieter and stronger mind. Her advice to students was simple: if you get something in the end, it does not matter if you are faster or slower. Do not rush. Take your time. 1．What do we know about Wang Hong when she was little? A．She was hurt in a fire when she was four. B．She had to stay indoors because of her skin condition. C．Her parents sent her to one single hospital for treatment. D．She was weak in her studies because she became sensitive after the accident. 2．What can we know about the freedom Wang’s parents gave her? A．It protected her from every problem outside the family. B．It was mostly shown by sending her to the best-known schools. C．It let her interests grow without a plan forced on her. D．It worked because both parents taught the same subject at school. 3．What role does Paragraph 4 play in the passage? A．It describes the doubts and wrong turns Wang experienced during her studies. B．It compares the training systems of Peking University, Paris, and MIT. C．It explains why Wang finally chose architecture before going back to math. D．It proves that competition experience is the safest way to research. 4．What is the main message we can get from Wang Hong’s story? A．A hard childhood usually makes people less afraid of being famous. B．Winning a top prize is the clearest proof of a person’s value. C．Learning ahead is more important than learning with other people. D．A slow search can still lead somewhere if one keeps coming back to the real question. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要讲述了2026年菲尔兹奖得主王虹的成长故事，涵盖童年意外、家庭支持、求学波折及最终感悟，旨在传达坚持与慢成长的意义。 【详解】1．根据第二段“Because her skin was very sensitive (敏感的) to light, she spent a lot of time inside the house.”可知，她因皮肤状况需要待在室内。 2．根据第三段“Her parents did not force her to follow a fixed path. They gave her freedom, which became an important kind of support.”可知，父母给予的自由是不强迫她走固定路径，让兴趣自然生长。 3．根据最后一段“Years of doubt (怀疑), wrong turns, and trying again did not push her away from the problem.”可知，第四段描述的怀疑和弯路是为后文得出她心态更坚定的结论提供事实依据，展示了成功前的曲折过程。 4．本文主要讲述了王虹经历怀疑后回归数学的故事，结合最后一段“Do not rush. Take your time.”可知，只要坚持回归真实问题，缓慢的探索也能成功。 2 / 24 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 考前押题04 阅读理解（记叙文）5大常考话题 话题1 人物介绍 话题2 个人经历 话题3 哲理感悟（难点） 话题4 叙事忆旧 话题5 其他类 细节理解题 1.直接细节理解题在原文中可直接找到答案，常用who， what，when，where，why和how等提问。2.间接细节理解题需要通过有关词语和句子的转换，依靠主要事实、图表、图形来获取信息，然后利用因果、类比、时间、空间等关系进行加工或整理后方能得出结论 字词猜测解题 1.指代猜测法：指代猜测指依据语境的逻辑关系，判断划线的人称代词或指示代词在文章中指代的对象。2.根据近义词/反义词猜测词义法：在同一、同一段或同一篇文章中，作者为了避免语言的单调、重复，有时会使用意思相同或相近的词。因此，考生只要读懂上下文，知道其中一个单词的意思，就能猜出另外一个单词的意思。3.构词法猜词法：在阅读文章时，总会遇上一些新词汇，有时很难根据上下文来推断其词意，而它们对文章的理解又有着举足轻重的作用，常用的词根、前缀、后缀等语法知识来推断。 话题1 人物介绍（共3篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京顺义·期中） When she was just 10 years old, Angela entered her first piano competition. Each participant (参赛者) had to go up onstage one by one and perform their piece. At first Angela was excited. But when she was next up to play, doubts began to flood her mind. “What if I played the wrong notes? What if I forgot the notes? What if I just messed up?” Angela remembered thinking. As these worries raced through her mind, Angela watched another girl perform. The girl played beautifully. Once the girl finished, she walked offstage to where Angela was waiting, and did something unexpected in Angela’s eyes. “She looked at me and smiled with a thumbs-up,” Angela said. “Her smile was so warm and encouraging. It was like a beam of sunshine cutting through the clouds of my doubt. Her smile made me believe that the stage was just right for me, and that the piano was just right for me. Most importantly, that smile made me think that I was just right and I could perform on the stage that day.” With newfound confidence, Angela walked out to the piano and performed her piece. She focused on the music, letting the notes flow (流淌) from her fingers. Her performance turned out to be successful indeed. When she finished, she saw her competitor clapping (鼓掌) for her. Seeing such a show of support has stuck with Angela over the years. “As a competitor, she gave me respect and her gesture (手势) of goodwill helped a shy girl to face the stage,” Angela said. “She changed an important moment of my life, and her kind smile remains in my memory. And I’ll take that smile as a precious (珍贵的) gift.” 1．When Angela was next up to play, ________ began to flood her mind. A．doubts B．excitement C．tiredness D．happiness 2．When the other girl finished her playing, what did she do to Angela? A．She looked at Angela strangely. B．She laughed at Angela. C．She smiled at Angela with a thumbs-up. D．She hugged Angela warmly. 3．Why will Angela take that smile as a precious gift? A．Because the smile reminded her of her own mistakes. B．Because the smile made her feel respected and confident. C．Because the smile made her realize she was better than others. D．Because the smile made her want to become a really good pianist. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中） Dr. Jane Goodall was a famous animal expert and environmental protector. As a little girl, she loved animals deeply. She often spent hours watching birds and small insects in her garden. This hobby later became her life’s work. When she was 26, she went to Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania. At that time, she had no university science degree (学位) , but she started an important study of chimpanzees there. This study lasted for over 60 years. Goodall made amazing discoveries there. She was the first person to see chimpanzees use tools—like using sticks to get ants to eat. Before that, people thought only humans could make and use tools. This finding changed the study of primates (灵长类动物) forever. She also found that chimpanzees live in groups with close relationships, have strong family bonds, and feel emotions like happiness, sadness, and anger—just like us humans. Besides her scientific work, Goodall became a global leader in protecting the environment. In 1977, she set up the Jane Goodall Institute. This group works to protect chimpanzee habitats and teach people about environmental protection. She traveled around the world, gave speeches, and inspired millions of people—especially young people-to help the Earth. In 1991, she started a program called Roots & Shoots that helps kids and teenagers do activities to protect animals, people, and the environment, creating a new generation of environmental protectors. Goodall faced many difficulties in her career. She saw chimpanzee homes being destroyed by tree-cutting and illegal (非法的) hunting. But she never gave up. Her patience, kindness and effort made her loved all over the world. She even became a UN Messenger of Peace for her great work. Jane Goodall’s life teaches us important lessons about courage and curiosity. Though she is no longer with us, her work and words will live on. Every time we learn about chimpanzees, every time we do something to protect the environment, we are remembering her. She was not just a scientist; she was a friend to chimpanzees, a hero for nature, and an inspiration to everyone. 1．What was Jane Goodall’s important discovery about chimpanzees? A．They can speak human language. B．They use tools. C．They live alone. D．They don’t have emotions. 2．Which program did Jane Goodall start in 1991? A．Gombe Stream Research B．UN Messenger of Peace C．Roots & Shoots D．Jane Goodall Institute 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．The life and work of Jane Goodall. B．How Jane Goodall studied chimpanzees in Tanzania. C．The importance of environmental protection. D．The history of the Jane Goodall Institute and its programs. 4．According to the passage, what can we learn from Jane Goodall’s life? A．You need to be a genius to make a difference. B．You need many degrees to succeed. C．Love, curiosity and courage are enough to make a difference. D．Only scientists can protect animals. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京顺义·期中）Mark Twain was the pen name of Samuel Langhorne Clemens. He was born on November 30, 1835, in a small town in Florida, the USA．He grew up with a few naughty boys who later appeared in his stories. At the age of 12, his father died, and he began to work, first as a printer, then on a riverboat. Those years on the boat went into his book “Life on the Mississippi”. During the Civil (国内的) War he worked as a reporter and used Mark Twain as his pen name. The stories he wrote in this period made him famous and popular. He made a lot of money by writing, lecturing and running his own publishing house. But he spent all of it on high living and an unsuccessful business. Mark Twain was known as a “funny man”. But in fact, he took a serious view of life. Many sad things happened in his own life. All his experiences helped to shape his stories, which showed the dark side of society. He died as an old man of 75 in 1910. 1．Where did Mark Twain work after he worked as a printer? A．On a boat. B．On a train. C．On a bus. D．On a plane. 2．When did Mark Twain become famous? A．During the Civil War. B．During World War Ⅱ. C．During the War of Independence. D．During World War Ⅰ. 3．What helped to shape Mark Twain’s stories? A．His friends. B．His father and mother. C．All the things he did and saw. D．The books he read. 话题2 个人经历（共4篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Growing up in Damascus in Syria, Yusra dreamed of competing at the Olympics. She remembers watching the games with her father, who was a professional swimmer, and beginning training when she was 9. But after the civil war broke out when she was just 13, her life changed dramatically. “Our house was destroyed, so we had to live with my grandma, " she says. “We went to school, but it was dangerous; it was the same with swimming.” After four years of living in fear of attacks, she and her older sister Sara made the difficult decision to flee in search of safety in Europe. They traveled to Turkey first. They then continued onto Germany, which became Yusra and Sara’s second home-although it took some time for it to feel like it. “The one thing that made me feel at home was swimming,” says Yusra. She began training at a club, applying her determination and resilience (坚韧) to the sport she loved-and the next year, she was selected to compete at the Rio Olympics as part of the first ever Refugee (难民) Olympic Team. Competing on the world stage alongside athletes from all other countries, she realized that she was representing others like her—those who were forced to live beyond borders. From that moment, she has worked tirelessly to share her story, and those of so many others, to bring greater visibility to the dangers they have faced. Yusra will launch a foundation to provide refugees around the globe with access to education and sport. She is also currently studying film and TV production in Los Angeles. Swimming remains her cornerstone, the true constant in her life. “Swimming has taught me a lot: it taught me to ty again. If you’ re going through something tough, it doesn’t mean that it is over,” Yusra says. 1．Which word can best describe Yusra’s teenage life? A．Eventful. B．Decent. C．Boring. D．Purposeful. 2．What did Yusra realize after participating in the Rio Olympics? A．She had made a big achievement. B．She had to search for her identity. C．She could voice for the displaced. D．She should befriend other athletes. 3．What role does swimming play in Yusra’s life? A．It keeps her engaged in sports. B．It gives her a sense of stability. C．It is a means of gaining recognition. D．It offers a brief escape from reality. 4．What does the story mainly tell us? A．Where there’s a will, there’s a way. B．One good turn deserves another. C．A friend in need is a friend indeed. D．Action speaks louder than words. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中）When I started junior high, my only hope was that nobody would notice me. Everyone seemed so smart. They were everything I wasn’t but wanted to be. So it was strange how eagerly I expected to run for the 8th-grade secretary from my heart. Anyone interested in running should see the math teacher for qualification forms (资历表). I followed the crowd to the math classroom. Without even thinking twice, I filled out and turned in the forms, but I had no idea what I had got myself into. The only thing you could see in the hall was posters. Bookmarks and flyers (传单) littered the hallways. That week my friends and I passed out the bookmarks we’d made by ourselves. Everything was going as planned... until it was time for my speech. As I got ready to present my speech, I started sweating (出汗) when the camera focused on my face. What did my hair look like? Did I look at the camera? And most of all, did I look as frightened as I felt? Somewhere between handing out bookmarks and delivering my speech I asked myself one question, “What are you doing, Jack?” I felt lost. But with the anger and fear came something unexpected. I learned some amazing things about who I was. Not only did I give a speech in front of 300 students, but I introduced myself to people I’d never even met before. In fact, I felt unbelievably confident. I can’t remember every detail about the election (选举). But what I do remember is that I won! The shy and quiet boy won! Stay unnoticeable? NO! Why be unnoticeable when you can shine? I’m already planning my re-election speech. And I’ve learned the importance of taking a chance and believing in myself. And next time if there’s something you want to do, just do it! 1．What did the writer really expect to do from his heart? A．To run for the 8th-grade secretary. B．To meet the math teachers often. C．To follow others to do things. D．To stay unnoticed by others. 2．How did the writer feel as he got ready to present his speech? A．Confident. B．Nervous. C．Relaxed. D．Curious. 3．What has the writer learned from his experience? A．Winning the election is necessary. B．Tips on presentations are important. C．Everything needs to be well planned. D．Be confident and do things as you wish. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）One August afternoon, Richard Allen dropped off his last passenger, Mrs. Carey. Lifting two shopping bags, he followed her across the yard and stood on the step of her house. Looking up, he saw a large wasp nest (黄蜂巢穴) above the door. Allen had heard that wasps can become more likely to sting (刺，蛰)  in summer. He mentioned this to Mrs. Carey, who had opened the door. “Oh, they don’t trouble me,” she said. “I go in and out all the time.” Nervously, Allen looked at the nest again—to see the wasps flying straight at him. “Hurry,” he shouted to Mrs. Carey. “Get in!” She stepped quickly inside. Allen ran for his mini-bus. Too late. They were upon him. Just as he jumped aboard, several red stings showed on his arm, and he felt more on his back and shoulders. As he was driving down the road, Allen felt as if something was burning at the back of his neck, and the “fire” was spreading forward toward his face. And immediate worry and fear took hold of him. Allen knew that stings could cause some persons to die. But he had been stung last summer and the after-effects soon passed. However, what he didn’t know was that the first sting had made his body a hidden risk, waiting for the next sting to cause a serious reaction. Miles from the nearest medical help, Allen began to feel his tongue (舌头) thick and heavy and his heartbeat louder. Most terribly, he felt his breathing more and more difficult. He reached for the radio mike (话筒), trying to call the mini-bus center, but his words were hardly understandable. Signals were also poor that far out. He knew an emergency team was on 24-hour duty at the north Amherst Fire Station. So his best chance was to make a run for it. Rushing down the mountain, Allen tried not to be afraid, focusing his mind on each quick turn. He was almost through the last of them when he felt sure he was going into shock. Just then he reached for the radio mike again. “Call fire station,” he shouted, trying hard to form the words. “Emergency. Bee sting. Emergency. There in ten minutes.” “Ok. Stay calm. We’ll help you,” the center replied. Hold on, Allen thought. Keep your eyes open. Breathe. Keep awake. At last, he reached the station. Two firemen ran out. Allen felt their hands catch him before he hit the ground. “You made it,” he thought. 1．How did Allen feel when he saw the wasps flying straight at him? A．Nervous B．Calm C．Excited D．Angry 2．Which of the following is true according to the story? A．Allen stopped his mini-bus to ask another driver for help. B．Allen’s call for help was clearly understood by the mini-bus center. C．Allen was stung for the first time when he helped Mrs. Carey that afternoon. D．Allen managed to reach the fire station and was saved just before he fell down. 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Helping others can sometimes bring us trouble. B．Knowing the danger of wasp stings is important. C．Staying calm and acting quickly helps in danger. D．Calling a fire station is the best way to get help. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京昌平·期中） Breathing heavily, sixteen-year-old Ava Carter climbed the rocky mountain road. Ava had always been a quiet, thoughtful girl—until she lost her position as editor (编辑) of the school magazine, a role she had proudly held for two years. When she began to doubt herself too much, she left the noisy school behind and came to the mountains, searching for more than just a new beginning. This wasn’t just a hike to clear her mind. Ava was on a journey to rediscover herself. Though the road was difficult, each step filled her spirit with new energy. On the second day, while walking through a hard part of the path, she saw something strange—a young eagle lying on the ground, hurt and unable to fly well. It looked weak and helpless after last night’s storm. Ava felt sad and wanted to help it. Right away, she made a camp near the bird and gave it water and food, hoping it would trust her. The eagle watched her carefully, backing away at first. But Ava stayed, speaking softly with endless patience. She refused to leave the suffering creature alone. Day after day, she returned, focusing only on helping the eagle. She built it a small home, gently cleaned its wounded wing, and made sure it had enough food to recover. Sometimes Ava questioned whether she was making a difference. Yet, as the eagle grew stronger, so did she. Weeks later, Ava woke to find the eagle standing tall on a rock, spreading its wings wide to face the rising sun. It’s healed (愈合) completely. A deep sense of peace filled Ava’s heart—something she hadn’t felt in a long time. She had set out to heal the bird, but in doing so, she had found her own hidden strength. Ava watched the bird flying with tears in her eyes—joy and sadness mixed together. The bird was free, and in that moment, she felt free too. Back at school, she started a blog where she shared stories of growth. Her words soon inspired others, just as she had been inspired. “Sometimes, helping others is the only way to uncover the courage we’ve hidden inside,” she said. 1．Why did Ava go to the mountains? A．She wanted to help the eagle. B．She went to rediscover herself. C．She enjoyed hiking on her own. D．She planned camping near the bird. 2．How did Ava help the eagle? A．She called a vet for help. B．She gave it food and water. C．She trained the bird to fly on its own. D．She took it to a hospital for treatment. 3．What did Ava learn from this experience? A．Helping others can help us discover inner strength. B．Real power comes from being alone and independent. C．When facing difficulties, we should change the environment. D．Personal growth depends on the experiences outside of school. 话题3 哲理感悟（共7篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中）Five years ago, my wife and I experienced something truly special. That year marked our 40th wedding anniversary. As our gift to each other, we decided to take a road trip out west. After carefully checking our car, we set out from Ontario, Canada. We drove west to Alberta, then south into Glacier National Park in the United States. The journey was filled with beautiful views at every turn. It was a cold spring day when we drove along the Beartooth Highway. The road had just reopened for the season a few days earlier. Though there was still lots of snow beside the road, the views were absolutely breathtaking. I stopped again and again so I could take photos with my camera. I wanted to capture (捕捉) the amazing view, with my wife standing right in the center of the picture. There weren’t many other cars on the road. Occasionally, cars full of young tourists would drive past. Then we heard the sound of a motorcycle coming near. The rider, wearing dusty clothes, parked behind our car. He walked towards us and said simply, “Give me your camera and stand over there with your wife.” I have to say that I felt a little nervous—was he going to take our camera which held all our wonderful trip memories? But to our surprise, he just took a photo of us together, handed back my camera, and rode away before we could even thank him. That photo he took for us unexpectedly became one of our most treasured memories from the trip. That day, I learned an important lesson in a surprising place. We should never judge a person by the first impression. To the motorcyclist who may one day read this story and remember us: we wish to say a heartfelt “Thank you” for the kindness you showed us that day. 1．Why did the couple stop from time to time during the trip? A．To clear the snow from the road. B．To wait for young tourists to catch up. C．To take photos of the beautiful views. D．To check their car for possible problems. 2．The author’s nervousness was caused by ________. A．the few cars on the road B．the loud noise of the motorcycle C．the stranger’s amazing photo D．the motorcyclist’s unexpected behavior 3．What can we learn from the passage? A．Actions speak louder than words. B．Treasure something before it’s gone. C．Patience can make you less nervous. D．First impression can’t always be trusted. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中） From Nobody to Somebody Brian was a funny student. He loved watching comedies best and hoped to become a comedy actor one day. When he heard about the talent show to be held at his school, Brian decided to take part in it. He had never acted on stage before, and he was very excited. But some students laughed at him. “You are not funny but silly,” Ken, one of his classmates, said to his face. “No one will like what you do,” another boy also said to him, loudly. Brian couldn’t understand why they were so unkind to him. For a moment, he thought about giving up the show. But he remembered how much his friends liked his jokes, and also his teachers said he was very funny. So he decided to prepare for the show. Brian did a great job at the talent show. Everyone loved his performance, and he won the first prize! His teachers and friends were proud of him. Even so, Ken told Brian that he was not funny and that he would never be successful. Brian didn’t understand why Ken said so, but he realized that it had nothing to do with him. He confidently continued to work towards his goal. As the years went on, Brian met more people like Ken. “You’ll do a terrible job,” they said to him. Luckily, most people encouraged him and some helped him to become even funnier. He got a lot of opportunities to perform in movies. He was even invited to appear on television. His fans thanked him because his comedies made them feel good when they were unhappy. Now Brian is a big comedy star! He is doing what he loves best and always believes in himself. He never feels stressed like those unkind people, and he laughs all day long! 1．Brian decided to prepare for the show because ________. A．he wasn’t busy acting in movies B．he was invited by a TV station C．his friends liked his jokes D．Ken was expecting his performance 2．After winning the first prize, Brian ________. A．began to understand Ken B．encouraged others to join him C．became a teacher of acting D．continued to work towards his goal 3．What can we learn from Brian’s story? A．It’s important to learn something new. B．True friends always agree with you. C．Believe in yourself and never give up trying. D．Talent will show itself sooner or later. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中） The Broken fence Everyone in Mr. Miller’s neighborhood knew his beautiful garden. It was full of colorful flowers and the greenest grass. But the most famous part was the white wooden fence around it. It was perfect—not a single board was broken or dirty. Every weekend, Mr. Miller was outside, painting the fence or pulling out tiny weeds (杂草). His next-door neighbor, a young boy named Leo, loved watching him work. “Your fence is so perfect, Mr. Miller,” Leo said one day. “Thank you,” Mr. Miller replied with a smile. “It’s important to take care of our things.” One night, a terrible storm hit the town. The wind was very strong, and a large branch from an old tree fell right onto Mr. Miller’s famous fence. The next morning, Leo went outside. He saw the damage. A whole section of the white fence was broken into pieces. He felt very sad for his neighbor. He ran to Mr. Miller’s house, expecting to find him upset. But Mr. Miller was just standing there, looking at the broken fence. He didn’t look angry. Instead, he was lost in thought. “I’m so sorry about your fence, Mr. Miller,” Leo said. Mr. Miller turned to him. “Thank you, Leo. But look,” he said, pointing to the hole. Leo looked through the broken space. From this new angle, he could see a part of the forest behind their houses that was always hidden by the fence. The morning sun was shining through the trees, and a small deer was drinking from a stream. It was a beautiful and peaceful picture. “I never knew we had this view,” Leo said. “Neither did I,” said Mr. Miller. “I was so busy keeping the fence perfect that I never thought about what it was hiding.” Instead of repairing the fence immediately, Mr. Miller did something surprising. He removed the whole broken section. Then, he built a simple wooden bench (长椅) and placed it facing the new view. He even planted some wildflowers to attract more birds and butterflies. Now, the garden was even more beautiful. It wasn’t just a perfect, closed space anymore. It was connected to the nature around it. Mr. Miller and Leo often sat on the bench together, watching the seasons change. 1．What was the most famous part of Mr. Miller’s garden? A．The colorful flowers in the garden. B．The greenest grass in the garden. C．The white wooden fence around it. D．The small weeds he pulled out. 2．How did Mr. Miller look when he found the fence was broken in the storm? A．Angry. B．Upset. C．Excited. D．Thoughtful. 3．What lesson can we learn from this story? A．We should take good care of our things and keep them perfect. B．We should face changes with a positive and open mind. C．We should be there for our neighbours when needed. D．We should always open our eyes to the beauty of nature. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京延庆·期中）There was once a famous scientist who made several important discoveries. Once he was asked how he was able to be so creative. He replied that it all came from an experience he had with his mother when he was 7 years old. He was trying to take a bottle of milk out of the refrigerator. But the bottle was too slippery (滑的) and he dropped it. The kitchen floor was covered in milk. When his mother came into the kitchen, instead of shouting at him or punishing him, she said, “Robert, what a great and wonderful mess you have made! I have never seen such a huge puddle of milk. Would you like to play in the milk for a few minutes before we clean it up?” So he did. After a few minutes, they cleaned it up together. Then his mother said, “This was a failed experiment in how to carry a big bottle of milk with two tiny hands. Let’s go out in the backyard and fill the bottle with water and see if you can find a way to carry it without dropping it.” The little boy learned that if he held the bottle at the top near the lip with both hands, he could carry it without dropping it. What a wonderful lesson! The scientist then added that it was at that moment that he knew he didn’t need to be afraid to make mistakes. He learned that mistakes are just opportunities (机会) to learn something new, which is, after all, what scientific experiments are all about. Even if the experiment doesn’t “work”, we can still learn something valuable from it. 1．What did Robert’s mother do after he made the mess? A．She asked him to clean the kitchen. B．She allowed him to play in the mess. C．She shouted at him and punished him. D．She showed him a huge puddle of milk. 2．Which word can best describe Robert’s mother? A．Smart. B．Careful. C．Hardworking. D．Protective. 3．What life lesson can we learn from the passage? A．We should treat life as a big experiment. B．We should keep an open mind about mistakes. C．We should learn something from scientific experiment. D．We should love our mothers with whole heart and soul. Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中） There was once an old man who went to the seaside every morning, walking along the beach drawing pictures and enjoying the beautiful sea. One morning, he came across a beach accidentally where thousands of starfish had washed up. The old man noticed a little girl was coming in the distance. As she walked, she would stop to bend down (弯下腰) and pick up an object and throw it into the sea. The man walked closer asking what she was doing by the seaside. She stopped, looked up, and replied, “Throwing starfish into the sea.” The man asked her why, to which she replied, “The sea has washed them up onto the beach and they can’t go back to the sea by themselves. When the sun gets high, they will die, unless I throw them back into the water.” The man noted, “But there are miles and miles of beach and there are thousands of starfish all along every mile, how will you make much of a difference?” The girl bent down, picked up another starfish and threw it as far as she could into the sea. Then she turned towards the old man, gave a smile and said, “I made a difference to that one!” After hearing the girl’s explanation, the old man was shocked. People often think they can’t do enough to make a big difference so they put off their actions or wait for someone else to take the lead. However, the little girl taught the old man a very important lesson. Everyone has the opportunities to create positive changes. One small step towards changing the world can make a big difference. Be the change for someone and inspire others to do the same. While you may not be able to change the whole world, you can make a big difference for a small part of it. 1．What did the little girl do by the seaside? A．She drew pictures to enjoy the beautiful sea. B．She washed the starfish and made them clean. C．She threw the starfish into the sea to save them. D．She walked along the beach and was bathed in the sun. 2．How did the old man feel after hearing the girl’s explanation? A．Shocked. B．Worried. C．Excited. D．Relaxed. 3．What can we learn from the story? A．Confidence can make wishes come true. B．Taking a small step can make a big difference. C．Changing others is necessary if they are wrong. D．People can change the world when they grow up. Passage 6 （25-26九年级上·北京密云·期中） My First Marathon A month before my first marathon, one of my ankles (脚踝) was injured and this meant not running for two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead. I remember back to my seventh year in school. In my first P.E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do either well. He later informed me that I was “not athletic”. The idea that I was “not athletic” stuck with me for years. When I started running in my thirties, I realized running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether or not I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of wills! The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn’t even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but ready to prove something to myself. Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces became untied. So I stopped to readjust (重新调整). Not the start I wanted! At mile 3, I passed a sign, “GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!” By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt badly. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again. By mile 21, I was really hungry! As I came to mile 23, I could see my wife waving a sign. She is my biggest fan. She never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a.m. or questioned my expenses on running. I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. In fact, I got the same medal as the one that the guy who came in first place had. Determined to be myself, move forward, free of shame and worldly labels, I can now call myself a “marathon winner”. 1．A month before the marathon, the writer ________. A．made up his mind to run B．felt scared C．was well trained D．lost hope 2．Why did the writer mention the P.E. class in his seventh year? A．To tell the readers a funny story.             B．To share a most treasured memory. C．To show he was not talented in sports.         D．To remember the support of his teacher. 3．What can we learn from the story? A．One is never too old to learn. B．Failure is the mother of success. C．Where there is a will, there is a way.             D．Behind every successful man stands his family. Passage 7 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Last term, our class started a Storytelling Project where each student had to share a personal story in English. I chose to talk about my experience of learning to ride a bike and I spent many nights practicing aloud to make sure I wouldn’t forget the lines. When my turn came, I stood in front of the class and my voice shook a little. The first part went smoothly and I started to describe the moment I fell off the bike. I mentioned how I was injured and how I held back my tears. Just then, Mr. Chen suddenly interrupted me. He said, “No! You’re speaking too fast, and it’s hard for everyone to feel your emotions. Try to slow down here, and pause for two seconds after saying you held back your tears.” I froze, my face turning red, but I quickly nodded and I tried to slow down. But after two more sentences, I accidentally rushed again. Mr. Chen stopped me just like he did the first time. I felt so embarrassed that I apologized quietly and hurried back to my seat. Next was Xiao Yu, a quiet girl who usually sat silently in the back row. As soon as she started talking about her grandmother’s garden, Mr. Chen stopped her and said, “No! Your voice is too soft.” To my surprise, Xiao Yu didn’t give up. She took a deep breath, lifted her head, and started again. This time she talked with a clear, steady voice. Even if she paused to think, she kept going until she finished. “Well done, Xiao Yu,” Mr. Chen said with a smile. After class, I asked her why she didn’t give up when the teacher criticized (批评) her?” She answered, “My grandmother always says a small setback doesn’t mean you’ve failed.” Her words stuck with me that night. I recorded my story, found parts where I needed to slow down, and marked pauses carefully. I even asked my mother to listen and tell me when I sounded rushed. A week later, when Mr. Chen asked if anyone wanted to try again, I raised my hand. This time, whenever I felt nervous, I remembered Xiao Yu’s grandmother’s words. I spoke slowly, stumbled once but quickly recovered, and kept going. At the end of the presentation, the class clapped, and Mr. Chen nodded to show satisfaction. I hadn’t just finished the story and I’d learned to keep trying even when others say “No!” 1．Why did the writer rush back to her seat after the second interruption? A．She forgot the rest of the story. B．She felt ashamed of being criticized. C．Mr. Chen told her to let Xiao Yu go next. D．She needed to practice changing her speed. 2．What can we infer about Xiao Yu from the passage? A．She was very good at public speaking. B．She never made a mistake while storytelling. C．She kept going because she was influenced by her grandmother’s words. D．She was Mr. Chen’s favorite student. 3．What is the main idea of the passage? A．Practice makes perfect in storytelling. B．Keeping trying in the face of criticism (批评) helps us grow. C．The teacher’s strictness was beneficial to his students. D．Others’ encouragement changed the writer’s self-esteem (自尊心). 话题4 叙事忆旧（共XX篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京西城·期中）“Look! The community center is having an art competition,” said Grace. She was holding a flyer (传单). Mrs. Simon read the flyer aloud. Everyone agreed they would like to enter the art competition. Mrs. Simon said, “Our classroom supply (供应) of art materials is low because it’s the end of the year. I’ll check with Mrs. Rice to see what she has.” Mrs. Rice, the art teacher, didn’t have any art materials. “I won’t be getting a supply until next year,” she said. The whole class was upset. “How can we enter the art competition without art materials?” asked Grace. “Maybe we can raise the money. We could have a book sale,” suggested Hal. “I don’t think there is time,” Mrs. Simon said. “Let’s use the paper in the recycling bin.” Pablo offered an idea. He seldom spoke up, so everyone was surprised. “Why would you use old paper?” Hal asked. “To save trees and protect the Earth.” replied Pablo. “We can also use this old string (线) and these wire hangers (铁丝衣架),” added Grace. Now the class had to decide what to do with the materials. Pablo had another idea. “We can fold the paper into the cranes.” Mrs. Simon taught the children how to fold (折叠) a paper into cranes. Then everyone helped tie the cranes to a frame (架子) to make a mobile. On the day of the competition, the paper crane mobile hung in a large community center room. The huge space was crowded with art works. The crane mobile swayed (摇摆) gently as people walked past, and the paper cranes appeared to be softly flying. The paper crane mobile turned out to be a big success and won the prize for the most creative use of materials. The whole class proudly accepted their prize. Grace said, “We made our art work, and we saved the Earth at the same time.” 1．Why did the class feel upset at the beginning of the story? A．Because no one would like to enter the competition. B．Because they didn’t have enough art materials to use. C．Because Mrs. Simon didn’t allow them to make any art. D．Because community center couldn’t hold the competition. 2．How did they enter the art competition? A．By raising some money. B．By having a book sale. C．By using some old materials. D．By using classroom supply. 3．What made their art work a big success? A．The way they raised money. B．The leading role of the teachers. C．The supply of art materials they got. D．The creativity they showed in the work. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．D Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京海淀·期中）School always made Jasper nervous because of his vitiligo (白癜风). He always felt like everyone was watching and each look hurt him. He hated being the center of attention, so he kept to himself, avoiding group activities and conversations. Luckily, Ms. Green noticed him. She was the kind of teacher who could bring out the best in every student. “Hey, Jasper,” she said softly, “I know school can be hard, but you are able to shine.” A few days later, the headmaster announced a model airplane competition. Ms. Green thought it would be perfect for Jasper. She paired him with Rustle, an outgoing kid who was always up for a challenge. Rustle didn’t seem to care about Jasper’s skin. He just wanted to build a great plane. “Let’s do this, man,” he said to Jasper. At first, Jasper just wanted Rustle to take the lead, but Rustle kept encouraging him, “You’ve got great ideas. Tell me what you think.” Hearing this, Jasper slowly started sharing his ideas. When they had problems, Rustle would smile and say, “It’s OK. We can learn from them. Failure is just another word for learning.” Together, they found ways to fix the problems. Rustle’s support helped Jasper believe in himself. Step by step, Jasper became more willing to share and felt happier working with this friend. On the day of the competition, their plane soared (翱翔) higher than any other. They won the first place, and the crowd cheered. Ms. Green smiled at Jasper, inviting him to speak about their project. He took a deep breath and stepped up. He talked about their work, the troubles, and how they teamed up. His voice grew louder as he spoke. The audience gave a long and thunderous round of applause. For the first time, Jasper felt truly discovered—not for his skin, but for his mind and creativity. With a friend like Rustle and a teacher like Ms. Green, he felt brave enough for whatever came next. 1．What was Jasper like at school at first? A．He stayed active in class. B．He avoided talking to others. C．He tried to be noticed by others. D．He asked the teacher many questions. 2．What truly changed Jasper? A．The praise from the headmaster. B．The attitude towards his teachers. C．The love of his parents and friends. D．The support from Ms. Green and Rustle. 3．After this experience, Jasper would probably ________. A．trust himself when facing challenges B．hide himself from most of his friends C．depend on the teacher more than others D．focus on building model airplanes all the time 话题5 其他类（共5篇） Passage 1 （25-26九年级上·北京·期中）Lucy’s birthday was coming. She would turn twelve in just four days. Her mom had asked her what she wanted as a gift this year. Lucy thought for the past few weeks about what she would like. She thought maybe a new basketball, or maybe a new bike, or an e-reader. She told her mom her choices and said that she hoped to be surprised. “Any of those gifts would be great,” she said. Secretly, she hoped for an e-reader. Lucy loved reading fiction. Lucy’s mom told her dad Lucy’s choices and they talked about the list of gifts one night after Lucy went to sleep. Her dad said, “I think Lucy may get tired of the basketball.” Her mom said, “We just bought her a new bike last New Year. It was only getting a little small for Lucy although she was growing so fast.” “I think we should get Lucy an e-reader,” said her dad. “She is so interested in reading books and she would like that the best. I know some of her friends use e-readers to read books.” “Sounds good,” said her mom. Her dad told her mom he would stop by the store the next day after work and pick out an e-reader for Lucy. Sunday morning came. Lucy was so excited about her birthday and she ran down the stairs into the living room. Her gift was usually near her chair at the table. She saw a box and when she opened it, she shouted, “It’s an e-reader!” “Happy Birthday!” said her mom and dad. “This is fantastic! I was hoping that you would give me an e-reader. I probably wouldn’t use the basketball much, and my bike is okay for now. But I can use the e-reader! Thanks so much.” said Lucy. “You’re welcome,” said her mom and dad. That night, Lucy read part of a science fiction on her e-reader and she loved it. 1．What did Lucy secretly hope to get as her birthday gift? A．A basketball. B．An e-reader. C．A bike. D．A fiction book. 2．Where did Lucy see her birthday gift? A．In the living room. B．In her bedroom. C．In the kitchen. D．In the dining room. 3．How did Lucy’s parents choose the birthday gift for Lucy? A．They asked some of Lucy’s friends for advice. B．They made Lucy choose one from the gift list. C．They discussed what was useful for Lucy. D．They asked Lucy what she really needed. Passage 2 （25-26九年级上·北京通州·期中）My mom did my laundry (洗衣服) until the day I left for college. She wanted to help me by giving me as much time as possible to study. But when I got to college, I was stressed by laundry. I didn’t know how long it took to wash the clothes or how to dry them. So I had to figure it out in a laundromat (自助洗衣店) in between studying and attending classes. I decided my kids would learn how to do their laundry while under my roof. I wanted them to learn this life skill and how to manage their time. But I didn’t want to wait until they were on the way out the door. When should children start doing their own laundry? Middle school seemed like a better age to teach them than high school. I felt they were old enough to handle it, because it was not quite so busy with extra subjects or higher-level classes. So when my oldest son was in the 6th grade, I decided he could at least put away his clothes after I folded (折叠) his clothes and put them on his bed. When he got to 7th grade, I would wash and dry his clothes and then leave them in a pile (堆) for him to fold and put away. My goal was that by 8th grade he would wash, dry, fold and put away his clothes. I thought doing this little by little would meet with the least amount of resistance (反对). And that turned out to be right. My son jumped ahead of this time frame on his own, though, because he found it annoying to find a pile of clothes on his bed to fold. He started doing everything himself in the 7th grade. Now my kids are 17 and 14, and they can do their own laundry by themselves. It pleases me to see them pitch in, but more importantly, to realize they know how to do laundry and how to manage their time long before they have to face the other challenges in high school and college. 1．How did the writer feel when she did laundry in the college? A．Happy. B．Relaxed. C．Worried. D．Comfortable. 2．The writer asked her oldest son to ________ when he was in the 6th grade. A．fold his clothes B．put away his clothes C．learn to dry clothes D．wash his own clothes 3．Why did the writer teach her children to do laundry? A．Because she had no time to do laundry for them. B．Because she needed them to look after her at home. C．Because she wanted them to work as laundrymen. D．Because she wanted them to learn life skills and learn to manage time. Passage 3 （25-26九年级上·北京大兴·期中）“Today’s the day, Dad,” Ethan said nervously. “I hope I won’t let the team down.” He was going to be the pitcher (投手) for the first time. “You’ll do great,” Dad encouraged. “You’ve practiced for months. And can you feed the llamas before you leave? I’m driving Grandma to the hospital.” “Sure,” Ethan replied, heading for the barn (谷仓). As soon as Ethan arrived, he heard a noise—their young llama Zeke was opening the gate! Ethan ran to stop him but it was too late. Zeke ran into the forest near the busy road and disappeared. Oh no! I don’t have time for this, Ethan thought, feeling worried. But he knew he couldn’t leave with the llama on the loose. After a hard search, Ethan finally saw Zeke a few feet ahead of him, eating leaves. Ethan tried to get close, but Zeke ran away again. Ethan realized he needed a halter (缰绳) to catch Zeke. Just then, Justine and her dad arrived to drive him to the game. Ethan refused to go with them because he had to get Zeke back. Ethan tried to hold back tears as he went to get the halter. After he had it, he ran back to the forest. But he still failed to catch Zeke. Ethan sat down on the ground to catch his breath. He knew the team would be starting their warm-up by now. He wished he could be there with them. Suddenly, Justine’s dad’s car returned. Behind it was Coach Schultz’s car! Kids from the team jumped out of the two cars! “Justine told us what happened,” Coach Schultz said. “We’ll help you.” Ethan said excitedly, “Thanks!” He thought quickly. “Maybe we can make a circle around Zeke and catch him!” Coach Schultz helped Ethan organize everyone. Finally, they circled Zeke and Ethan put the halter on him. “I’m sorry this took so much of our warm-up time.” Ethan said. “It’s OK,” Coach Schultz said. “Our team works well together! I can see how responsible you are. Now let’s get back to the field. We’ll have time for a short warm-up before the game.” Ethan smiled. His pitching arm felt stronger than ever. 1．How did Ethan feel when Zeke ran into the forest? A．Excited. B．Worried. C．Surprised. D．Confident. 2．How did the team finally catch Zeke? A．By asking Ethan’s dad for help. B．By working together to circle him. C．By using some leaves to attract him. D．By driving the car to get close to him. 3．Why did Ethan’s pitching arm feel stronger at last? A．Because he had enough time to warm up. B．Because his coach taught him new skills. C．Because he was happy that Zeke was safe. D．Because he felt the power of the team. Passage 4 （25-26九年级上·北京东城·期中） A School Trip to the Aquarium “We have to stay together so no one will get lost,” Ms. Lane said as she lined the class up when they got to the aquarium, the place for their school trip today. As Erica listened to Ms. Lane, she held her best friend Lisa’s hand, and the class moved forward in one big group. Their first stop in the aquarium was to see the penguins. Lisa was so excited that she ran right up to the glass. Erica noticed that some of the penguins walked together. Others had little baby penguins by their side. “How come some of those penguins stay together?” Erica asked Ms. Lane. “Well, some penguins stay together to keep each other warm and safe,” explained Ms. Lane. “By using some signals (信号) like we do, they let other penguins know if there is danger, while others take care of their babies. Without the group, the babies would get lost or go hungry.” Ms. Lane continued and then asked the class to line back up and find their partners. “Look, we are like the penguins,” said Lisa as she waddled (摇摆地走) next to Erica. The class moved as a group to the next room where there was a big tank filled with fish of different shapes and sizes. “Why are all those little fish swimming together?” asked a boy. “For protection,” said Ms. Lane. “What kind of protection?” Erica asked. “Well, since they are small, if they were on their own, other bigger fish could eat them,” said Ms. Lane. “But when they all swim together, they look like a bigger fish. This way they won’t be seen as a bunch of small fish. Such a group of fish is called a school.” “Like us,” said Lisa. “We are a school because we all stay together, and no one gets lost.” “Some schools of fish stick together in order to survive in their environment,” added Ms. Lane. Erica watched the fish swim together. She liked that the fish and the penguins helped each other by staying in a group. 1．During the visit at the aquarium, ________. A．the kids were divided into several groups B．Lisa asked a lot of questions about the fish C．students tried to finish their biology homework D．Ms. Lane explained why penguins stayed together 2．According to the passage, the little fish swam together to ________. A．send some signals B．keep each other warm C．protect each other D．keep their baby fish fed 3．At the end of the school trip, Erica probably realized ________. A．the power of teamwork B．the importance of courage C．the meaning of friendship D．the value of independence Passage 5 （25-26九年级上·北京房山·期中）13-year-old Sarah sits in her yard, laying out her handmade crafts (手工制品) on the table. There are baskets, flower pots, and cloth bags—all made from recycled materials. They are not just creative objects; they’re part of Sarah’s project to make a greener community. Two years ago, Sarah would pass by a park near her house every day after school. Plastic bottles, empty cans, and broken toys littered the roadside. Seeing this, Sarah felt sad. One afternoon, Sarah noticed some kids selling orange juice at the park. People stopped to buy it, but then Sarah got an idea. “Mom, what if we sell handmade crafts?” she asked excitedly that evening. “Then we can buy trees for our neighborhood with the money.” With her mom’s help, Sarah started making crafts with great interest, using old boxes, plastic bottles and empty cans. Every day after school, she sat in her yard, waiting for customers. At first, no one came. Sarah felt down, but she didn’t give up. Later, people began to stop by. A kind woman bought a cloth bag, saying it was perfect for shopping. Kids liked the flower pots, and one boy even asked Sarah to make him a special basket for his toys. By the end of the first month, Sarah had made $150! She bought 30 small trees. Together with her parents, they planted trees around the park and along the sidewalks. Now, the neighborhood looks nicer, and the birds have more places to rest. Sarah even teaches her friends how to make eco-friendly (环保的) crafts after school. They organize sales every month to raise money for new projects, like bird feeders. This year, Sarah shared her story at a local community event. “Making a greener community is important,” she said proudly. “If everyone helps a little, we can make our lives better.” She believes that no effort is too small when it comes to caring for the environment. 1．How did Sarah feel when she saw so much litter on the roadside? A．Nervous. B．Sad. C．Surprised. D．Angry. 2．What did Sarah sell in her yard? A．Small trees. B．Orange juice C．Plastic bottles. D．Handmade crafts. 3．What is the writer trying to tell us through Sarah’s story? A．Recycling is the best way to keep the community clean. B．Young people should learn to make crafts in their free time. C．Planting more trees is important for birds and other animals. D．Everyone’s small efforts can help make the world a better place. 讲述了2026年菲尔兹奖得主王虹的成长故事，涵盖童年意外、家庭支持、求学波折及最终感悟，旨在传达坚持与慢成长的意义。 【新素材·2026年菲尔兹奖得主王虹】 When Wang Hong accepted the Fields Medal (菲尔兹奖), one of the highest honors in math, in July 2026, many people in China felt proud. Wang grew up in Pingle County, Guangxi. At the age of four, her arm was badly hurt by boiling water. For many years, her parents took her from one hospital to another. Because her skin was very sensitive (敏感的) to light, she spent a lot of time inside the house. This hard experience did not close her world. Instead, it helped her learn how to be alone, how to read by herself, and how to silence the noise around. Her father, a math teacher, opened the door to numbers for her. Her mother, an English teacher, helped her fall in love with language. Wang later said that math was one way for her to understand the world. As a child, she was happy when she solved a problem about seven points on a flat surface. Her parents did not force her to follow a fixed path. They gave her freedom, which became an important kind of support. At Peking University, Wang did not first get into the math school she wanted. Surrounded by classmates who had years of competition training, she began to doubt herself. Still, she could not give up math. She worked hard enough to move into the School of Mathematical Sciences. Later, in Paris and at MIT, she still wondered if she was only good at exercises or if she could really do research. She even stopped math for a while and tried art and architecture (建筑). In the end, she came back. Years of doubt (怀疑), wrong turns, and trying again did not push her away from the problem. They helped her come back to it with a quieter and stronger mind. Her advice to students was simple: if you get something in the end, it does not matter if you are faster or slower. Do not rush. Take your time. 1．What do we know about Wang Hong when she was little? A．She was hurt in a fire when she was four. B．She had to stay indoors because of her skin condition. C．Her parents sent her to one single hospital for treatment. D．She was weak in her studies because she became sensitive after the accident. 2．What can we know about the freedom Wang’s parents gave her? A．It protected her from every problem outside the family. B．It was mostly shown by sending her to the best-known schools. C．It let her interests grow without a plan forced on her. D．It worked because both parents taught the same subject at school. 3．What role does Paragraph 4 play in the passage? A．It describes the doubts and wrong turns Wang experienced during her studies. B．It compares the training systems of Peking University, Paris, and MIT. C．It explains why Wang finally chose architecture before going back to math. D．It proves that competition experience is the safest way to research. 4．What is the main message we can get from Wang Hong’s story? A．A hard childhood usually makes people less afraid of being famous. B．Winning a top prize is the clearest proof of a person’s value. C．Learning ahead is more important than learning with other people. D．A slow search can still lead somewhere if one keeps coming back to the real question. 2 / 24 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $