专题03 Units 5-6（语篇综合练）英语新教材沪教版八年级上册

专题03 Units 5~6（语篇综合练） （建议用时：40分钟） 完形填空 英国交换生Sarah在北京的成长经历与跨文化体验 U5 ✅ 记叙文 阅读理解A 中英交换项目的收获与意义 U5 ✅ 说明文 阅读理解B 阿喀琉斯之踵——一个古希腊英雄的故事 U6 ✅ 记叙文 阅读理解C 中国古代智慧故事——曹冲称象 U6 ✅ 记叙文 阅读还原 如何应对文化冲击的四阶段 U5 ✅ 说明文 任务型阅读A 一位翻译家的文化传播之路 U5 ✅ 记叙文 务型阅读B 一个学生用英文讲中国故事的经历 U5+U6 ✅ 记叙文 一、完形填空 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项A、B、C、D中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 话题：人与社会——文化交流与适应 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约290 来源：参考2026年中考“跨文化交际”热点话题，结合U5词汇及课文结构原创改编 Last September, Sarah, a 14-year-old girl from London, went on an exchange trip to Beijing. It was her first time visiting China, and she felt both excited and 1______ before the journey. At first, everything seemed difficult. She couldn't speak Chinese well, and using 2______ was still a challenge. She felt 3______ during meals because she couldn't express herself freely. She also missed her family and friends back home. But her host family was very kind. They 4______ her to try different Chinese dishes and taught her how to use chopsticks. Every evening, they practiced simple Chinese phrases together. Sarah felt 5______ for their patience and care. “They treat me like their own daughter,” she wrote in her diary. During weekdays, Sarah studied with Chinese students at school. The classes were different from those in the UK, but she found them 6______. At the weekend, she went on a 7______ of the Great Wall with her host family. “Seeing it in person is 8______ unforgettable,” she said. “The wall snakes its way through the mountains like a huge dragon.” After three weeks, Sarah began to 9______ the local culture. She no longer felt confused or lonely. She could even order food in Chinese by herself. Her teacher said she had 10______ great progress in such a short time. When it was time to return to London, Sarah was sad to leave. She promised to keep in 11______ with her Chinese friends. She also decided to continue learning Chinese after she got home. “This exchange trip has changed me a lot,” Sarah said. “I've become more 12______ and confident. I've also learned that cultural 13______ is normal when you visit a new country. The most important thing is to keep an open mind and never be afraid to try new things.” Sarah's story shows that exchange trips are not just about visiting new places. They are about understanding different 14______, making real friends, and growing as a person. As Sarah often says, “The world is big, but the human heart is bigger. If we are willing to 15______, we can always find common ground with people from different backgrounds.” 1. A. nervous B. excited C. bored D. angry 2. A. chopsticks B. forks C. spoons D. knives 3. A. happy B. comfortable C. lonely D. confident 4. A. warned B. encouraged C. ordered D. allowed 5. A. sorry B. grateful C. famous D. ready 6. A. boring B. difficult C. interesting D. strange 7. A. walk B. trip C. tour D. flight 8. A. hardly B. certainly C. nearly D. quickly 9. A. accept B. refuse C. forget D. change 10. A. done B. got C. taken D. made 11. A. mind B. touch C. step D. line 12. A. nervous B. shy C. independent D. silent 13. A. shock B. pride C. peace D. trust 14. A. languages B. subjects C. cultures D. countries 15. A. give up B. show off C. hold on D. reach out 【答案】 1. A 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. B 6. C 7. C 8. B 9. A 10. D 11. B 12. C 13. A 14. C 15. D 【详细解析】 1. A. nervous。考查U5单词表核心形容词（p.154）。nervous意为“焦虑的、担忧的”，与excited构成“既兴奋又紧张”的复合情绪，是首次出国的典型心理描写。 2. A. chopsticks。考查U5单词表核心名词（p.154）。chopsticks意为“筷子”，是单元重点词汇，使用筷子是适应中国文化的标志之一。 3. C. lonely。考查U5单词表核心形容词（p.154）。lonely意为“孤独的”，与后文“missed her family and friends”形成呼应，描绘Sarah在异国他乡因语言不通而产生的孤独感。 4. B. encouraged。考查动词辨析。encouraged意为“鼓励”，描述寄宿家庭鼓励Sarah尝试中国菜、教她用筷子，体现主人的友善与支持。 5. B. grateful。考查U5单词表核心形容词（p.154）。grateful意为“感激的”，固定搭配be grateful for，教材中Sarah的原话“I'm really grateful that they let me stay in their home”完美呼应。 6. C. interesting。考查形容词辨析。虽然英国和中国的课堂不同，但Sarah发现它们“有趣的”，体现她对新事物的开放态度。 7. C. tour。考查U5单词表核心名词（p.154）。tour意为“旅行、旅游”，固定搭配go on a tour of。教材中“they go on tours with their host families around Beijing”为原句。 8. B. certainly。考查副词辨析。certainly意为“无疑地、确定地”，加强“亲眼所见长城的体验是难忘的”这一语气。 9. A. accept。考查U5单词表核心动词（p.154）。accept意为“接受”，与课文文化冲击四阶段模型中“adjustment phase”的“start to accept the local culture”完全吻合。 10. D. made。考查固定搭配。make great progress为固定短语，意为“取得很大进步”。 11. B. touch。考查U5单词表核心短语（p.155）。keep in touch with意为“与……保持联系”，是教材原短语。 12. C. independent。考查U5单词表核心形容词（p.154）。independent意为“自主的、独立的”，形容Sarah经过交换生项目后变得更加独立和自信。 13. A. shock。考查U5单词表核心名词（p.154）。cultural shock意为“文化冲击”，是教材Section 4 Focusing on culture部分的主题词。 14. C. cultures。考查U5单词表核心名词（p.154）。culture意为“文化”，复数cultures指不同文化。 15. D. reach out。考查动词短语辨析。reach out意为“伸出手（去帮助/连接他人）”，符合文末积极主题。 二、阅读理解 A 话题：人与社会——国际交流的价值 ｜ 体裁：说明文 ｜ 词数：约260 阅读策略：Understanding quotes 来源：参考2026年广州中考“跨文化交流”方向，结合U5词汇改编 新情境·新题型：结构题——文章的整体结构是什么？请划分段落层次。 Every year, hundreds of students from around the world take part in exchange programs. These programs allow young people to experience a new culture, learn a new language, and make lifelong friends. But what do students really gain from these experiences? Let's hear from some students who have been on exchange trips. Lisa, 15, from the UK, spent three months in Japan. “Before I went, I was really nervous,” she said. “But after a few weeks, I began to feel at home. I learned to speak Japanese and even tried cooking traditional Japanese food. The best part was making friends with local students. We still keep in touch online.” For Tom, 16, from Australia, his exchange trip to France changed his view of the world. “I used to think that people from different countries were very different from us. But now I realize that we all share the same hopes and dreams. We want to be happy, to be loved, and to make a difference in the world.” However, exchange trips also come with challenges. Many students experience culture shock—feelings of confusion and loneliness when they first arrive. Maria, 14, from Spain, described her experience in China: “At first, everything was unfamiliar. I couldn't read the signs or understand what people were saying. I missed my family terribly. But I didn't give up. I asked questions, tried new things every day, and slowly, I began to understand and appreciate the culture.” Experts say that exchange trips are valuable because they teach students important life skills. “Students learn to be independent, to solve problems on their own, and to communicate with people from different backgrounds,” says Dr Wang, an education expert. “These skills are essential for success in the modern world.” In short, exchange trips are more than just a holiday. They are a journey of self-discovery and cultural understanding. 1. ★新情境·新题型：结构题 — What is the structure of this passage? A. ① / ②③④ / ⑤⑥ B. ①② / ③④ / ⑤⑥ C. ① / ②③④⑤ / ⑥ D. ①②③ / ④⑤ / ⑥ 2. What did Lisa learn during her exchange trip to Japan? A. She learned to speak French. B. She learned to cook French food. C. She learned to speak Japanese and cook Japanese food. D. She learned to make Japanese friends only. 3. What does Tom think about people from different countries? A. They are very different from us. B. They share the same hopes and dreams. C. They are difficult to understand. D. They don't want to make friends. 4. What is culture shock according to the passage? A. A feeling of excitement when visiting a new country. B. A feeling of confusion and loneliness when first arriving. C. A feeling of anger towards local people. D. A feeling of pride in one's own culture. 5. What is the best title for this passage? A. The Challenges of Exchange Trips B. The Benefits and Growth from Exchange Programs C. How to Make Friends in a Foreign Country D. The History of Student Exchange Programs 【答案】 1. A 2. C 3. B 4. B 5. B 【详细解析】 1. A。考查篇章结构题（新题型）。文章结构为：①段落引入主题，②③④段落分别用三个学生事例说明交换经历与收获，⑤⑥段落总结交换项目的价值。 2. C。考查细节理解。根据第二段“I learned to speak Japanese and even tried cooking traditional Japanese food”可知选C。 3. B。考查细节理解。根据第三段“But now I realize that we all share the same hopes and dreams”可知选B。 4. B。考查细节理解。根据第四段“culture shock—feelings of confusion and loneliness when they first arrive”可知选B。 5. B。考查主旨大意。 B 话题：人与社会——古代英雄传说 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约270 阅读策略：主旨归纳 来源：参考古希腊神话“Achilles' Heel”典故，结合U6“wisdom counts”主题改编 ★新情境·新题型：情节发展曲线题——选出最能反映Achilles心理变化的曲线。 In ancient Greece, there was a great hero named Achilles. He was the son of a goddess and a mortal king. When he was a baby, his mother wanted to make him invincible（不可战胜的）. She held him by his heel（脚后跟）and dipped（浸）him into a magical river. The water made every part of his body that it touched completely safe from harm. But his heel, where she held him, remained untouched. Achilles grew up to become the greatest warrior（战士）of his time. He was brave, strong, and nearly unbeatable in battle. He joined the Greek army in the Trojan War and won countless victories. His fame spread far and wide. Many Trojans fled（逃跑）at the mere sight of him. Achilles took great pride in his strength and courage. He believed no one could ever defeat him. However, Achilles had a fatal flaw（致命弱点）: his pride and anger. He once refused to fight because he felt insulted（受侮辱的）by his own commander. Without him, the Greeks suffered heavy losses. His best friend was killed in battle. Filled with grief and rage, Achilles returned to the fight and killed the Trojan hero Hector. But his rage did not end there—he mistreated Hector's body, showing no respect for the enemy. The Trojan prince Paris saw what happened. He knew Achilles was almost invincible, but he had heard a rumor（传言）about the hero's weak heel. With his bow and arrow, Paris aimed carefully and shot Achilles in the heel. The wound was deadly. The great hero fell. Achilles learned too late that no one is truly invincible. His strength was unmatched, but his pride and anger clouded his judgment. His story reminds us that even the greatest strength has a weakness. 1. ★新情境·新题型：情节发展曲线题 — Which of the following best shows the change of Achilles' feelings in the story? A. proud → sad → angry → regretful B. confident → angry → sad → regretful C. invincible → proud → angry → defeated D. proud → insulted → regretful → angry 2. Why was Achilles almost invincible? A. He wore special armour（盔甲）. B. He had been dipped into a magical river as a baby. C. He was the strongest man in Greece. D. He had a magical shield. 3. What was Achilles' fatal flaw? A. He was not strong enough. B. He was too kind to his enemies. C. His pride and anger. D. He was afraid of arrows. 4. How did Paris defeat Achilles? A. He fought him in single combat. B. He poisoned his food. C. He shot him in the heel. D. He used a magical weapon. 5. What lesson can we learn from the story? A. Strength is the most important thing. B. Even the greatest strength has a weakness. C. Anger is always useful in battle. D. Heroes never make mistakes. 【答案】 1. A 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. B 【详细解析】 1. A。考查情节发展曲线题（新题型）。Achilles的情感变化为：起初对自己的力量感到自豪（proud）→好友战死，悲痛难忍（sad）→愤怒回归复仇（angry）→临终时意识到自己并非无敌（regretful）。A选项完整准确。B选项“confident→angry→sad”顺序错误，C选项不全是情感形容词，D选项缺少sad环节。 2. B。考查细节理解。根据第一段“She dipped him into a magical river. The water made every part of his body that it touched completely safe from harm”可知。 3. C。考查细节理解。根据第三段“Achilles had a fatal flaw: his pride and anger”可知。 4. C。考查细节理解。根据第四段“Paris...shot Achilles in the heel. The wound was deadly”可知。 5. B。考查主旨归纳。文章结尾“His story reminds us that even the greatest strength has a weakness”点明主旨。 C 话题：人与社会——中国古代儿童智慧 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约250 阅读策略：主旨归纳 来源：参考中国传统故事“曹冲称象”，结合U6“wisdom counts”主题改编 ★新情境·新题型：开篇题——文章以什么方式开篇？这样写有什么好处？ A long time ago in ancient China, the king received a huge elephant as a gift from a foreign country. The elephant was enormous—much bigger than any animal the people had ever seen. Everyone in the palace gathered around to admire it. The king was very curious. “How much does it weigh?” he asked his officials（官员）. “I want to know the exact weight of this magnificent creature（生物）.” The officials looked at each other helplessly. One suggested, “We could build a giant scale（秤）!” Another said, “We could cut the elephant into pieces and weigh them one by one.” The king shook his head. The first idea was too difficult; the second was too cruel. Just then, the king's young son, a boy named Cao Chong, stepped forward. He was only six years old, but he had a clever idea. “Father,” he said, “I know how to weigh the elephant without hurting it. First, lead the elephant onto a boat. Mark（标记）the water level on the side of the boat. Then, take the elephant off the boat. Fill the boat with stones until the water reaches the same mark. Finally, weigh the stones one by one. The total weight of the stones is the weight of the elephant.” The king was amazed. He ordered his men to follow Cao Chong's plan. It worked perfectly! Everyone praised（称赞）the young boy for his wisdom. Cao Chong's clever idea shows that wisdom is not about how old or strong you are. It is about careful observation and creative thinking. Like the old saying goes, “Wisdom counts more than strength.” 1. ★新情境·新题型：开篇题 — The passage begins with ________. A. a description of the king's palace B. a king receiving a huge elephant as a gift C. an explanation of how to weigh an elephant D. a conversation between the king and his son What is the advantage of this opening? A. It immediately introduces the problem the characters face. B. It provides historical background of the Song Dynasty. C. It explains why elephants were important in ancient China. D. It tells the reader who Cao Chong is. 2. Why did the officials fail to find a good way to weigh the elephant? A. They were not clever enough. B. Their ideas were either too difficult or too cruel. C. The king did not listen to them. D. They were afraid of the elephant. 3. What was Cao Chong's method to weigh the elephant? A. He used a giant scale to weigh it. B. He cut the elephant into pieces. C. He used a boat and stones to measure the weight. D. He asked the foreign visitors for help. 4. What does the underlined word "mark" in Paragraph 5 mean? A. 移动 B. 标记 C. 擦掉 D. 检查 5. What is the main idea of this passage? A. Elephants are very heavy animals. B. The king of ancient China was very kind. C. Wisdom counts more than strength. D. We should learn to weigh everything. 【答案】 1. B； A 2. B 3. C 4. B 5. C 【详细解析】 1. B；A。考查开篇题（新题型）。文章以“国王收到一头大象作为礼物”这一事件开篇，直接引出核心问题“如何称象”。这种开篇方式迅速将读者带入故事冲突中，吸引读者继续阅读。第一空选B，第二空选A。 2. B。考查细节理解。根据第三段“The first idea was too difficult; the second was too cruel”可知。 3. C。考查细节理解。根据第五段Cao Chong的描述可知，他用船和石头来测量大象的体重——利用浮力原理。 4. B。考查词义猜测。mark在此处意为“标记”，即在船边做记号记录水位。 5. C。考查主旨大意。文章最后一句“Wisdom counts more than strength”直接点明主题，与U6单元标题完全呼应。 三、阅读还原 阅读短文，根据短文内容从下面方框内的七个选项中选择五个还原到文中，使短文意思通顺、结构完整。 话题：人与社会——跨文化适应 ｜ 体裁：说明文 ｜ 词数：约230 来源：参考U5教材“Culture shock”部分，结合单元词汇及课文结构改编 Have you ever travelled to a foreign country and felt confused, anxious, or lonely? 1.______ Culture shock usually follows four phases. Understanding these phases can help you deal with the experience better. The first phase is the honeymoon phase（蜜月阶段）. Everything is new and exciting. 2.______ It is fun to explore new places and learn about the local culture. After a while, you enter the negotiation phase（调整阶段）. 3.______ Everything feels difficult. You may get angry or sad easily. You find it hard to communicate with people around you. You may feel homesick and lonely. This is the most difficult phase. During the adjustment phase, you slowly start to deal with the difficulties. You know what to expect in most situations. 4.______ You also learn how to deal with the things you do not like. Finally, you reach the adaptation phase. 5.______ The cultural differences are no longer a big problem. You have learned to accept the local culture and feel comfortable in your new environment. A. You begin to accept the local culture. B. You may be experiencing culture shock. C. The host country no longer feels all that new. D. You may even want to go back home immediately. E. You finally begin to feel at home in the new culture. F. You decide to learn the local language as soon as possible. G. You begin to feel unhappy about life in the new country. 【答案】 1. B 2. C 3. G 4. A 5. E 【详细解析】 1. B。考查段间逻辑衔接。前文提出“在异国感到困惑、焦虑、孤独”的现象，B选项“你可能正在经历文化冲击”是对这一现象的定义和总起。 2. C。考查细节衔接。前文说蜜月阶段“一切新鲜刺激”，C选项“东道国不再感觉那么陌生”（属于调整阶段）3. G。考查段落主题句。本段描述negotiation phase的特征，G选项“你开始对新国家的生活感到不满”概括了该阶段的核心感受。 4. A。考查细节衔接。前文说“你开始慢慢应对困难”，后文说“你学会处理不喜欢的事情”，A选项“你开始接受当地文化”是adjustment phase的重要特征。 5. E。考查总结性语句。最后一段描述adaptation phase，E选项“你终于开始在新文化中感到舒适自在”是对该阶段的总结。 四、阅读回答问题 Passage A 话题：人与社会——文化使者 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约210 来源：参考2026年中考“文化传播”话题，结合U5词汇原创改编 In modern Chinese cultural history, there are many dedicated translators who devote their lives to spreading Chinese culture to the world. Among them, a famous translator from the 20th century made great contributions to introducing Chinese literature to Western readers. He translated many classical Chinese novels into English, including works by Lu Xun and Lao She. His translations were not just word-for-word copies. He worked hard to make sure that the beauty and meaning of the original Chinese texts were kept. He spent years improving his translations, carefully choosing every word. His working conditions were difficult. Without modern tools, he had to rely on old dictionaries and his own knowledge of both languages. He often worked late into the night, checking and rewriting his translations. He believed that translation was not just about changing words from one language to another. It was about building a bridge between cultures. His work had a far-reaching influence on the world. Many Western readers were able to understand Chinese culture and values through his translations. His spirit of hard work and persistence inspires many young translators today. He proved that with passion and dedication, one person can bring two cultures closer together. 根据语篇内容，回答下列问题。（不超过8个词） 1. What was the translator's main contribution? 2. What kind of texts did he translate? 3. How did he improve his translations? 4. What difficulties did he face in his work? 5. What spirit can we learn from him? 【答案及详解】 1. Introducing Chinese literature to the West / Spreading Chinese culture to the world（向西方介绍中国文学/向世界传播中国文化） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第一段“made great contributions to introducing Chinese literature to Western readers”及“spreading Chinese culture to the world”可知。 2. Classical Chinese novels / Works by Lu Xun and Lao She（中国古典小说/鲁迅和老舍的作品） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第二段“He translated many classical Chinese novels into English, including works by Lu Xun and Lao She”可知。 3. Carefully choosing every word / By checking and rewriting（仔细选择每个词/通过检查和重写） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第二段“carefully choosing every word”及第三段“checking and rewriting his translations”可知。 4. He lacked modern tools / He relied on old dictionaries（他缺乏现代工具/他依赖旧字典） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第三段“Without modern tools, he had to rely on old dictionaries”可知。 5. Hard work and persistence / Dedication and passion（努力工作和坚持/奉献和热情） 【详解】考查U5品质类词汇概括。根据最后一段“His spirit of hard work and persistence inspires many young translators today. He proved that with passion and dedication”可知。 Passage B 话题：人与自我——语言与智慧 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约200 来源：参考时文“青少年用英语讲中国故事”话题，结合U5-U6词汇改编 In a middle school in Shanghai, there is a special club called “Story Bridge”. The club members are students who love telling Chinese stories in English. Zhang Wei, a Grade 8 student, is one of the club leaders. He started the club because he realized that many of his classmates could speak English well but didn't know how to share Chinese culture with foreign friends. “I wanted to build a bridge,” Zhang Wei explained. Every Friday, the club meets to practice. Members take turns telling traditional Chinese stories, such as the story of Mulan or the legend of the Monkey King. They also discuss how to make the stories interesting for English-speaking listeners. Last month, the club was invited to perform at an international school. Zhang Wei told the story of Cao Chong Weighing the Elephant in English. He used simple language and expressive gestures to make the story exciting. The foreign students were fascinated and asked many questions. “Telling stories is not just about language,” Zhang Wei said. “It's about understanding and sharing. When we tell a story well, we connect with people's hearts, no matter where they come from.” Zhang Wei's club now has over 50 members. They plan to create a website where they can share their stories with more people around the world. 根据语篇内容，回答下列问题。 1. What is the name of the club? 2. Why did Zhang Wei start the club? 3. When does the club meet to practice? 4. How did Zhang Wei make the story exciting? 5. What does Zhang Wei think storytelling is about? 【答案及详解】 1. Story Bridge / Story Bridge club（故事桥/故事桥俱乐部） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第一段“there is a special club called ‘Story Bridge’”可知。 2. To share Chinese culture with foreign friends / To build a bridge between cultures（与外国朋友分享中国文化/在文化之间架起桥梁） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第二段“he realized that many of his classmates...didn't know how to share Chinese culture with foreign friends”及“I wanted to build a bridge”可知。 3. Every Friday（每周五） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第三段“Every Friday, the club meets to practice”可知。 4. By using simple language and expressive gestures / He used simple language and gestures（通过使用简单的语言和富有表现力的手势） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第四段“He used simple language and expressive gestures to make the story exciting”可知。 5. Understanding and sharing / Connecting with people's hearts（理解和分享/连接人心） 【详解】考查U5细节理解。根据第五段“It's about understanding and sharing. When we tell a story well, we connect with people's hearts”可知。 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 专题03 Units 5~6（语篇综合练） （建议用时：40分钟） 完形填空 英国交换生Sarah在北京的成长经历与跨文化体验 U5 ✅ 记叙文 阅读理解A 中英交换项目的收获与意义 U5 ✅ 说明文 阅读理解B 阿喀琉斯之踵——一个古希腊英雄的故事 U6 ✅ 记叙文 阅读理解C 中国古代智慧故事——曹冲称象 U6 ✅ 记叙文 阅读还原 如何应对文化冲击的四阶段 U5 ✅ 说明文 任务型阅读A 一位翻译家的文化传播之路 U5 ✅ 记叙文 务型阅读B 一个学生用英文讲中国故事的经历 U5+U6 ✅ 记叙文 一、完形填空 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项A、B、C、D中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 话题：人与社会——文化交流与适应 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约290 来源：参考2026年中考“跨文化交际”热点话题，结合U5词汇及课文结构原创改编 Last September, Sarah, a 14-year-old girl from London, went on an exchange trip to Beijing. It was her first time visiting China, and she felt both excited and 1______ before the journey. At first, everything seemed difficult. She couldn't speak Chinese well, and using 2______ was still a challenge. She felt 3______ during meals because she couldn't express herself freely. She also missed her family and friends back home. But her host family was very kind. They 4______ her to try different Chinese dishes and taught her how to use chopsticks. Every evening, they practiced simple Chinese phrases together. Sarah felt 5______ for their patience and care. “They treat me like their own daughter,” she wrote in her diary. During weekdays, Sarah studied with Chinese students at school. The classes were different from those in the UK, but she found them 6______. At the weekend, she went on a 7______ of the Great Wall with her host family. “Seeing it in person is 8______ unforgettable,” she said. “The wall snakes its way through the mountains like a huge dragon.” After three weeks, Sarah began to 9______ the local culture. She no longer felt confused or lonely. She could even order food in Chinese by herself. Her teacher said she had 10______ great progress in such a short time. When it was time to return to London, Sarah was sad to leave. She promised to keep in 11______ with her Chinese friends. She also decided to continue learning Chinese after she got home. “This exchange trip has changed me a lot,” Sarah said. “I've become more 12______ and confident. I've also learned that cultural 13______ is normal when you visit a new country. The most important thing is to keep an open mind and never be afraid to try new things.” Sarah's story shows that exchange trips are not just about visiting new places. They are about understanding different 14______, making real friends, and growing as a person. As Sarah often says, “The world is big, but the human heart is bigger. If we are willing to 15______, we can always find common ground with people from different backgrounds.” 1. A. nervous B. excited C. bored D. angry 2. A. chopsticks B. forks C. spoons D. knives 3. A. happy B. comfortable C. lonely D. confident 4. A. warned B. encouraged C. ordered D. allowed 5. A. sorry B. grateful C. famous D. ready 6. A. boring B. difficult C. interesting D. strange 7. A. walk B. trip C. tour D. flight 8. A. hardly B. certainly C. nearly D. quickly 9. A. accept B. refuse C. forget D. change 10. A. done B. got C. taken D. made 11. A. mind B. touch C. step D. line 12. A. nervous B. shy C. independent D. silent 13. A. shock B. pride C. peace D. trust 14. A. languages B. subjects C. cultures D. countries 15. A. give up B. show off C. hold on D. reach out 二、阅读理解 A 话题：人与社会——国际交流的价值 ｜ 体裁：说明文 ｜ 词数：约260 阅读策略：Understanding quotes 来源：参考2026年广州中考“跨文化交流”方向，结合U5词汇改编 新情境·新题型：结构题——文章的整体结构是什么？请划分段落层次。 Every year, hundreds of students from around the world take part in exchange programs. These programs allow young people to experience a new culture, learn a new language, and make lifelong friends. But what do students really gain from these experiences? Let's hear from some students who have been on exchange trips. Lisa, 15, from the UK, spent three months in Japan. “Before I went, I was really nervous,” she said. “But after a few weeks, I began to feel at home. I learned to speak Japanese and even tried cooking traditional Japanese food. The best part was making friends with local students. We still keep in touch online.” For Tom, 16, from Australia, his exchange trip to France changed his view of the world. “I used to think that people from different countries were very different from us. But now I realize that we all share the same hopes and dreams. We want to be happy, to be loved, and to make a difference in the world.” However, exchange trips also come with challenges. Many students experience culture shock—feelings of confusion and loneliness when they first arrive. Maria, 14, from Spain, described her experience in China: “At first, everything was unfamiliar. I couldn't read the signs or understand what people were saying. I missed my family terribly. But I didn't give up. I asked questions, tried new things every day, and slowly, I began to understand and appreciate the culture.” Experts say that exchange trips are valuable because they teach students important life skills. “Students learn to be independent, to solve problems on their own, and to communicate with people from different backgrounds,” says Dr Wang, an education expert. “These skills are essential for success in the modern world.” In short, exchange trips are more than just a holiday. They are a journey of self-discovery and cultural understanding. 1. ★新情境·新题型：结构题 — What is the structure of this passage? A. ① / ②③④ / ⑤⑥ B. ①② / ③④ / ⑤⑥ C. ① / ②③④⑤ / ⑥ D. ①②③ / ④⑤ / ⑥ 2. What did Lisa learn during her exchange trip to Japan? A. She learned to speak French. B. She learned to cook French food. C. She learned to speak Japanese and cook Japanese food. D. She learned to make Japanese friends only. 3. What does Tom think about people from different countries? A. They are very different from us. B. They share the same hopes and dreams. C. They are difficult to understand. D. They don't want to make friends. 4. What is culture shock according to the passage? A. A feeling of excitement when visiting a new country. B. A feeling of confusion and loneliness when first arriving. C. A feeling of anger towards local people. D. A feeling of pride in one's own culture. 5. What is the best title for this passage? A. The Challenges of Exchange Trips B. The Benefits and Growth from Exchange Programs C. How to Make Friends in a Foreign Country D. The History of Student Exchange Programs B 话题：人与社会——古代英雄传说 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约270 阅读策略：主旨归纳 来源：参考古希腊神话“Achilles' Heel”典故，结合U6“wisdom counts”主题改编 ★新情境·新题型：情节发展曲线题——选出最能反映Achilles心理变化的曲线。 In ancient Greece, there was a great hero named Achilles. He was the son of a goddess and a mortal king. When he was a baby, his mother wanted to make him invincible（不可战胜的）. She held him by his heel（脚后跟）and dipped（浸）him into a magical river. The water made every part of his body that it touched completely safe from harm. But his heel, where she held him, remained untouched. Achilles grew up to become the greatest warrior（战士）of his time. He was brave, strong, and nearly unbeatable in battle. He joined the Greek army in the Trojan War and won countless victories. His fame spread far and wide. Many Trojans fled（逃跑）at the mere sight of him. Achilles took great pride in his strength and courage. He believed no one could ever defeat him. However, Achilles had a fatal flaw（致命弱点）: his pride and anger. He once refused to fight because he felt insulted（受侮辱的）by his own commander. Without him, the Greeks suffered heavy losses. His best friend was killed in battle. Filled with grief and rage, Achilles returned to the fight and killed the Trojan hero Hector. But his rage did not end there—he mistreated Hector's body, showing no respect for the enemy. The Trojan prince Paris saw what happened. He knew Achilles was almost invincible, but he had heard a rumor（传言）about the hero's weak heel. With his bow and arrow, Paris aimed carefully and shot Achilles in the heel. The wound was deadly. The great hero fell. Achilles learned too late that no one is truly invincible. His strength was unmatched, but his pride and anger clouded his judgment. His story reminds us that even the greatest strength has a weakness. 1. ★新情境·新题型：情节发展曲线题 — Which of the following best shows the change of Achilles' feelings in the story? A. proud → sad → angry → regretful B. confident → angry → sad → regretful C. invincible → proud → angry → defeated D. proud → insulted → regretful → angry 2. Why was Achilles almost invincible? A. He wore special armour（盔甲）. B. He had been dipped into a magical river as a baby. C. He was the strongest man in Greece. D. He had a magical shield. 3. What was Achilles' fatal flaw? A. He was not strong enough. B. He was too kind to his enemies. C. His pride and anger. D. He was afraid of arrows. 4. How did Paris defeat Achilles? A. He fought him in single combat. B. He poisoned his food. C. He shot him in the heel. D. He used a magical weapon. 5. What lesson can we learn from the story? A. Strength is the most important thing. B. Even the greatest strength has a weakness. C. Anger is always useful in battle. D. Heroes never make mistakes. C 话题：人与社会——中国古代儿童智慧 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约250 阅读策略：主旨归纳 来源：参考中国传统故事“曹冲称象”，结合U6“wisdom counts”主题改编 ★新情境·新题型：开篇题——文章以什么方式开篇？这样写有什么好处？ A long time ago in ancient China, the king received a huge elephant as a gift from a foreign country. The elephant was enormous—much bigger than any animal the people had ever seen. Everyone in the palace gathered around to admire it. The king was very curious. “How much does it weigh?” he asked his officials（官员）. “I want to know the exact weight of this magnificent creature（生物）.” The officials looked at each other helplessly. One suggested, “We could build a giant scale（秤）!” Another said, “We could cut the elephant into pieces and weigh them one by one.” The king shook his head. The first idea was too difficult; the second was too cruel. Just then, the king's young son, a boy named Cao Chong, stepped forward. He was only six years old, but he had a clever idea. “Father,” he said, “I know how to weigh the elephant without hurting it. First, lead the elephant onto a boat. Mark the water level on the side of the boat. Then, take the elephant off the boat. Fill the boat with stones until the water reaches the same mark. Finally, weigh the stones one by one. The total weight of the stones is the weight of the elephant.” The king was amazed. He ordered his men to follow Cao Chong's plan. It worked perfectly! Everyone praised（称赞）the young boy for his wisdom. Cao Chong's clever idea shows that wisdom is not about how old or strong you are. It is about careful observation and creative thinking. Like the old saying goes, “Wisdom counts more than strength.” 1. ★新情境·新题型：开篇题 — The passage begins with ________. A. a description of the king's palace B. a king receiving a huge elephant as a gift C. an explanation of how to weigh an elephant D. a conversation between the king and his son What is the advantage of this opening? A. It immediately introduces the problem the characters face. B. It provides historical background of the Song Dynasty. C. It explains why elephants were important in ancient China. D. It tells the reader who Cao Chong is. 2. Why did the officials fail to find a good way to weigh the elephant? A. They were not clever enough. B. Their ideas were either too difficult or too cruel. C. The king did not listen to them. D. They were afraid of the elephant. 3. What was Cao Chong's method to weigh the elephant? A. He used a giant scale to weigh it. B. He cut the elephant into pieces. C. He used a boat and stones to measure the weight. D. He asked the foreign visitors for help. 4. What does the underlined word "mark" in Paragraph 5 mean? A. 移动 B. 标记 C. 擦掉 D. 检查 5. What is the main idea of this passage? A. Elephants are very heavy animals. B. The king of ancient China was very kind. C. Wisdom counts more than strength. D. We should learn to weigh everything. 三、阅读还原 阅读短文，根据短文内容从下面方框内的七个选项中选择五个还原到文中，使短文意思通顺、结构完整。 话题：人与社会——跨文化适应 ｜ 体裁：说明文 ｜ 词数：约230 来源：参考U5教材“Culture shock”部分，结合单元词汇及课文结构改编 Have you ever travelled to a foreign country and felt confused, anxious, or lonely? 1.______ Culture shock usually follows four phases. Understanding these phases can help you deal with the experience better. The first phase is the honeymoon phase（蜜月阶段）. Everything is new and exciting. 2.______ It is fun to explore new places and learn about the local culture. After a while, you enter the negotiation phase（调整阶段）. 3.______ Everything feels difficult. You may get angry or sad easily. You find it hard to communicate with people around you. You may feel homesick and lonely. This is the most difficult phase. During the adjustment phase, you slowly start to deal with the difficulties. You know what to expect in most situations. 4.______ You also learn how to deal with the things you do not like. Finally, you reach the adaptation phase. 5.______ The cultural differences are no longer a big problem. You have learned to accept the local culture and feel comfortable in your new environment. A. You begin to accept the local culture. B. You may be experiencing culture shock. C. The host country no longer feels all that new. D. You may even want to go back home immediately. E. You finally begin to feel at home in the new culture. F. You decide to learn the local language as soon as possible. G. You begin to feel unhappy about life in the new country. 四、阅读回答问题 Passage A 话题：人与社会——文化使者 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约210 来源：参考2026年中考“文化传播”话题，结合U5词汇原创改编 In modern Chinese cultural history, there are many dedicated translators who devote their lives to spreading Chinese culture to the world. Among them, a famous translator from the 20th century made great contributions to introducing Chinese literature to Western readers. He translated many classical Chinese novels into English, including works by Lu Xun and Lao She. His translations were not just word-for-word copies. He worked hard to make sure that the beauty and meaning of the original Chinese texts were kept. He spent years improving his translations, carefully choosing every word. His working conditions were difficult. Without modern tools, he had to rely on old dictionaries and his own knowledge of both languages. He often worked late into the night, checking and rewriting his translations. He believed that translation was not just about changing words from one language to another. It was about building a bridge between cultures. His work had a far-reaching influence on the world. Many Western readers were able to understand Chinese culture and values through his translations. His spirit of hard work and persistence inspires many young translators today. He proved that with passion and dedication, one person can bring two cultures closer together. 根据语篇内容，回答下列问题。 1. What was the translator's main contribution? 2. What kind of texts did he translate? 3. How did he improve his translations? 4. What difficulties did he face in his work? 5. What spirit can we learn from him? Passage B 话题：人与自我——语言与智慧 ｜ 体裁：记叙文 ｜ 词数：约200 来源：参考时文“青少年用英语讲中国故事”话题，结合U5-U6词汇改编 In a middle school in Shanghai, there is a special club called “Story Bridge”. The club members are students who love telling Chinese stories in English. Zhang Wei, a Grade 8 student, is one of the club leaders. He started the club because he realized that many of his classmates could speak English well but didn't know how to share Chinese culture with foreign friends. “I wanted to build a bridge,” Zhang Wei explained. Every Friday, the club meets to practice. Members take turns telling traditional Chinese stories, such as the story of Mulan or the legend of the Monkey King. They also discuss how to make the stories interesting for English-speaking listeners. Last month, the club was invited to perform at an international school. Zhang Wei told the story of Cao Chong Weighing the Elephant in English. He used simple language and expressive gestures to make the story exciting. The foreign students were fascinated and asked many questions. “Telling stories is not just about language,” Zhang Wei said. “It's about understanding and sharing. When we tell a story well, we connect with people's hearts, no matter where they come from.” Zhang Wei's club now has over 50 members. They plan to create a website where they can share their stories with more people around the world. 根据语篇内容，回答下列问题。 1. What is the name of the club? 2. Why did Zhang Wei start the club? 3. When does the club meet to practice? 4. How did Zhang Wei make the story exciting? 5. What does Zhang Wei think storytelling is about? 1 / 14 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $