期中复习考前押题（阅读理解20篇）（江苏专用）-2026-2027学年八年级英语上册（译林版）

期中复习之阅读理解20篇 （江苏专用） Friendships are important during adolescence (青春期). Scientists find out that teen friendships help young people feel a sense of belonging (归属感). Moreover, these teen friendships can be amazingly good at helping teens to face difficult times. We all know that spending time with good friends makes us happier. But scientists have put this feeling to the test, and the result shows that teen friendships are good for our mental (心理) health. One study of more than 111,000 teenagers finds that those who have good friends have better mental health. The findings make it clear that teens with more friends have fewer bad feelings about themselves and feel a stronger sense of belonging. A study of 108 high school students in Australia shows that strong friendship is helpful for teens to calm down after a difficult time, such as failing a test or losing a game. Also, a study from Australia’ s Murdoch and Griffith universities find that teens do better when they are with friends rather than with their family. Teens who are with friends reported lower levels of sadness and worry. A new study in Child Development shows a relationship between teen friendships and good parenting skills. Scientists from the University of Virginia followed 184 teens for more than twenty years (age 13 into their mid-30s). Findings showed that teens who showed more love and care for their close friends turned into more careful parents. “What we think is happening is that when you’ re a teenager, close friendships are an important ‘training ground’ for developing social skills and learning how to care for others.” Dr. Jessica A．Stern told Psychology Today. 1．The sentence “Friendships also help teens deal with everyday stress.” can be best put at the beginning of ________. A．Paragraph 2 B．Paragraph 3 C．Paragraph 4 D．Paragraph 5 2．What can we learn from Dr. Jessica A．Stern’s words? A．Teens are willing to care for friends. B．Teens are going to be careful parents. C．Teen friendships help develop social skills. D．Teen friendships train people to be healthier. 3．The writer mainly wants ________. A．to help keep our body and mind healthy B．to tell us the importance of teen friendships C．to have a study on how teenagers make friends D．to advise teens to have as many friends as possible 【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文主要探讨了青少年友谊的重要性，引用多项科学研究表明友谊有助于心理健康、应对压力及培养社交技能。 1．篇章结构题。根据文章第 4 段“strong friendship is helpful for teens to calm down after a difficult time, such as failing a test or losing a game.”可推知，该段主要讲述友谊帮助青少年应对困难和压力。题干句子“Friendships also help teens deal with everyday stress”意为“友谊帮助青少年应对日常压力”，与本段核心内容一致，适合作为本段主题句放在段首。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第 6 段“close friendships are an important ‘training ground’ for developing social skills and learning how to care for others.”可推知，Dr. Jessica A. Stern 认为亲密友谊是发展社交技能的重要训练场。这与选项表述友谊帮助发展社交技能相符。 3．主旨大意题。根据文章第 1 段“Friendships are important during adolescence.”及全文多段引用研究说明友谊对心理、应对困难及未来育儿技能的益处，可推知作者写作目的是告知读者青少年友谊的重要性。 ①Friends are very important in our lives. If you’re a quiet and shy person and want to know how to make friends, here’s some advice for you. ②Start with small things. If you are alone for years and have a feeling of loneliness, don’t be afraid of making friends with others. Always start with small steps. Begin communicating with one or two people to get comfortable in socializing. That way your life won’t be too busy and you’ll learn something about communication. ③Get along with people who have similar interests with you. If you communicate with a few people first, get to know them and try to find your common interests. For example, if both of you like soccer or basketball, then sports can be a good topic between you and your friend. ④Remember quality (质量) over quantity (数量). Remember, it’s always about having two or three good friendships instead of having ten unstable (不稳定) relationships. The more we care about quantity, the more tiring our lives will be. Try to make friends with those who help you in trouble. ⑤Keep the positives (积极心态) in your heart and never compare. Even if you can’t find your true friend in a few months or years, you should keep on. Always keep your experiences in the past to continue building your friendships. Also, never forget that every person is special in his/her ways. So, don’t compare one friend of yours with another. Find out their differences and show your full respect. ⑥If you follow the advice above, you are sure to make your true friends. 1．This passage is written mainly for _________. A．everyone B．a teacher C．a quiet person D．a special person 2．Which saying can match (匹配) Paragraph ④ best? A．A good friend is like a mirror. B．Friends are like books—you don’t need a lot of them as long as they’re good. C．My best friend can bring out the best in me. D．A friend in need is a friend indeed. 3．What’s the right structure (结构) of this passage? A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要给安静害羞、想要交友的人提供几条交朋友的建议。 1．细节理解题。根据第一段“ If you’re a quiet and shy person and want to know how to make friends, here’s some advice for you.”可知，文章写给安静的人。 2．主旨大意题。根据第四段“Remember quality over quantity. Remember, it’s always about having two or three good friendships instead of having ten unstable relationships.”可知，本段讲交友贵在质量，不需要很多朋友，只要是好朋友就可以。 3．篇章结构题。文章第1段总起，引出针对安静害羞人群的交友建议；第2-5段分别阐述四条具体的交友建议；第6段总结全文，说明遵循建议就能交到真朋友，整体为“总-分-总”结构，对应选项D的图片结构。 Good friends are important in our life. We know them and like them. We don’t need to be the same age as them. They can be older or younger. We can enjoy different things with our friends. Do you want to make good friends at your school? Do you want to be friends with your classmates? Read the suggestions (建议) below. They may help you. If you meet someone new and he seems to want to play with you, saying hello first may help you to start the talk. Talk about yourself and ask questions. You can say something about yourself. Asking questions is also a way to get to know each other. Ask a friend to do what you both like. Doing these things together is fun. It makes you happy. You can play games, read or go for walks together after class. It’s important for you to help your friends when they have problems. You can do something for them to help them out. Although sometimes there is nothing you can do for them, you can still stay with them and be a good listener to make them feel cared about. In a word, making good friends is not just about finding someone to play or share interests with. It’s also about understanding and supporting each other. By following these simple suggestions, you can start building strong friendships at school. 1．According to the passage, we may make friends with the people ________. A．who are the same age as us B．who we know and like C．who like to say hello to us D．who are in the same class as us 2．Who does the writer write the passage for? A．Students. B．Parents. C．Teachers. D．Scientists. 3．What’s the first thing to do to make new friends according to the passage? A．Playing games together. B．Greeting others. C．Asking them for help. D．Asking questions. 4．How many suggestions are talked about in the passage? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 5．What is the passage mainly about? A．How to play games with friends. B．How to share toys. C．How to make good friends at school. D．How to talk about yourself. 【答案】1．B 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要围绕如何在学校结交好朋友这一主题，向读者提供了几条具体的建议和方法，强调了理解与支持的重要性。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第 1 段“We know them and like them.”可知，朋友是我们认识并且喜欢的人，对应选项中描述的特征。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第 1 段“Do you want to make good friends at your school? Do you want to be friends with your classmates?”可知，文章提及学校和同学，推测读者对象为学生。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第 2 段“saying hello first may help you to start the talk”可知，结交新朋友的首要步骤是打招呼。 4．细节理解题。根据文章第 2 段“saying hello first...”、第 3 段“Ask a friend to do what you both like.”和第 4 段“It’s important for you to help your friends...”可知，文中主要阐述了三条建议。 5．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章核心围绕如何在学校交到好朋友这一主题展开，提供了具体的交友建议。 ①When you’re trying to make friends, you’ll probably meet someone who just doesn’t like you, though you’ve never done anything to him or her. Well, what should you do? Here’s some advice. ②Gossip (流言蜚语) can make meeting new people difficult, especially when people hear something bad about you. It can prevent someone from getting to know you at all. When you’re in a situation like this, it feels bad. Instead of trying to win them over (说服), however, just be yourself. As time goes by, they will see that the gossip about you is wrong. Or they may choose to believe it. Don’t worry about it and move on by being friendly to the kind people. ③You’d think that your friend’s friends would also become your friends. But it doesn’t work that way. Sometimes people are happy with the friendships they have, and they aren’t interested in adding any more. If someone chooses not to be friends with you just because you’re new to the group, it’s fine. There’s nothing wrong with you or them. ④An even more difficult situation is when someone has met you and just doesn’t like you. Every joke you make is taken the wrong way. Every time you try to do something nice, they find fault (找茬儿). As much as it hurts, accept that not everyone is going to be your friend. Don’t take it personally. These things could happen to everyone. There are just some people you won’t like. ⑤In a word, if someone doesn’t want to be your friend, that’s okay. Don’t get angry with them because it’s their choice. Instead, give your time and attention to the people that are interested in being with you. 1．If people choose to believe the gossip about you, you should ________. A．try to win them over B．let them know the truth C．not worry about it and move on D．find out where the gossip comes from 2．Why don’t your friend’s friends want to be your friends sometimes? A．Because they think it’s a waste of time making new friends. B．Because they aren’t interested in adding any more. C．Because they worry that a new friend will influence their old friendship. D．Because they share no common interests with new friends. 3．Which is the best way to divide (分割) the passage? A．①//②③④//⑤ B．①//②③//④⑤ C．①//②③④⑤ D．①②//③④//⑤ 4．The passage mainly wants to tell us ________. A．how to make new friends B．how to have a talk with others C．how to be popular among friends D．what to do when you’re not liked by others 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．A 4．D 【导语】本文主要探讨了交友过程中遇到他人不喜欢自己时的几种情况及应对建议，核心结论是不要强求，把时间留给感兴趣的人。 1．细节理解题。文章第②段提到“Or they may choose to believe it. Don’t worry about it and move on by being friendly to the kind people.”可直接得出答案C，面对相信流言的人不应担心而应继续前行。 2．细节理解题。文章第③段提到“Sometimes people are happy with the friendships they have, and they aren’t interested in adding any more.”可直接得出答案B，人们不想交新朋友是因为对现有友谊满意，不再感兴趣添加新朋友。 3．篇章结构题。根据文章可知第①段引出话题，第②③④段列举场景及建议，第⑤段总结全文，所以文章结构为总——分——总，即①//②③④//⑤。 4．主旨大意题。文章第①段提到“Well, what should you do? Here’s some advice.”及全文内容可知文章主要想告诉我们当不被别人喜欢时应该怎么做。故选D。 ①“A friend in need is a friend indeed.” Friends are important to us. Friends help us get through hard times. Friends also influence us a lot. Let’s enjoy two poems about friendship. ②To Wang Lun I, Li Bai, sit aboard a ship about to go. When suddenly onshore your farewell songs overflow. However deep the Lake of Peach Blossoms (桃花) may be. It is not so deep, Wang Lun! As your love for me. ③A Time to Talk (By Robert Frost) When a friend calls to me from the road, And slows his horse to a meaning walk, I don’t stand still and look around. On all the hills I haven’t hoed (锄地), And shout from where I am, what is it? No, not as there is a time to talk. I push my hoe in the ground, Blade (锄头)—end up and five feet tall, And I go up to the stonewall, For a friendly visit. ④Both poems are famous in their cultures, but they tell different stories. Li Bai described the scene (场景) of his friend seeing him off. US poet Robert Frost wrote about a friend’s visit when he was working. Li made a comparison. His poem shows the friendship between him and his friend is deeper than the deep water. Frost’s poem, on the other hand, tells the readers that we should stop what we are doing to talk with our friends. It tells us that nothing should get in the way of spending time with friends. The language is simple but sincere (真挚的). 1．What scene did Li Bai describe in the poem? A．Ships on the lake. B．Peach Blossoms. C．Wang Lun seeing him off. D．Songs sung by Wang Lun. 2．What does the underlined “It” refer to? A．The ship. B．The lake of Peach Blossoms. C．Love. D．Li Bai. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．The end of the friendship. B．The writers of the poems. C．The comparison of people. D．The analysis (分析) of the poems. 4．The structure (结构) of the text is ________. A． B． C． D． 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，围绕友谊主题，介绍了李白的《赠汪伦》和罗伯特·弗罗斯特的《交谈的时刻》两首诗歌，并对两首诗的内容与主旨进行对比分析。 1．细节理解题。最后一段提到了李白描绘的场景：“Li Bai described the scene (场景) of his friend seeing him off.”，李白在诗中描述的是汪伦为他送行的场景。 2．词句猜测题。“To Wang Lun”一诗提到：“However deep the Lake of Peach Blossoms (桃花) may be. It is not so deep, Wang Lun! As your love for me.”，意思是“桃花潭水深千尺，不及汪伦送我情。”因此划线词“It”指代“桃花潭”。 3．主旨大意题。通读最后一段尤其是“Both poems are famous in their cultures, but they tell different stories.”，该段主要围绕两首诗的内容、情景展开分析。 4．篇章结构题。文章第一段总起，点明朋友的重要性；②③分别呈现两首诗歌的内容，属于并列的分述部分；最后一段对两首诗进行总结分析。因此全文为“总——分——总”结构，对应选项C的结构图示。 On Oct 18, Waverly Middle School held its yearly Mix It Up at Lunch Day. The school invited students from different backgrounds (背景) to sit together and talk. Mix It Up at Lunch Day is a national event. It usually takes place in the fall during National Bullying Prevention Month. Students are asked to move out of their comfort zones (舒适区) and connect with someone new over lunch. It’s a simple activity for all students. “The idea behind it is simple: Students sit with those they don’t usually talk to to break stereotypes (刻板印象) and meet new people,” said Ivana Nicole Moreno, a 14-year-old who took part in the event at her school last year. Schools often prepare posters before the day. Moreno remembers how her school used color cards to mix up students at different tables. She ended up next to a girl she often saw but never talked to. “I thought she was too serious,” Moreno said. But after they talked, the girl shared her love for designing clothes. Moreno said she enjoyed decorating them. By the end of lunch, they were drawing clothing ideas on napkins (纸巾). “We started a tiny after-school fashion club,” said Moreno. “Mix It Up at Lunch Day gave me a friend I didn’t know I needed.” 1．In which season is the Mix It Up at Lunch Day usually held? A．Spring. B．Summer. C．Autumn. D．Winter. 2．What might Moreno think of the Mix It Up at Lunch Day? A．Serious but creative. B．Difficult but reasonable (合理的). C．Tiring but enjoyable. D．Surprising but meaningful. 3．Why did the school hold this Mix It Up at Lunch Day? A．To learn new skills. B．To improve communication. C．To show students’ talents. D．To welcome foreign students. 4．What’s the writing purpose of this passage? A．To share a heartwarming story. B．To introduce a personal experience. C．To describe how to start a new club. D．To encourage students to join an event. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文主要介绍了Waverly中学举办的年度“午餐交流日”活动，阐述了活动的时间、目的、具体形式，并通过学生Moreno的经历展示了活动带来的积极影响。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“It usually takes place in the fall”可知，fall意为“秋天”，与Autumn含义一致。 2．推理判断题。根据文章第三段“Mix It Up at Lunch Day gave me a friend I didn’t know I needed”可知，Moreno没想到会交到朋友说明令人惊讶，且这个朋友是她需要的说明有意义。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“Students are asked to move out of their comfort zones and connect with someone new over lunch”可知，活动旨在让学生走出舒适区与新人联系，即促进沟通交流。 4．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“Waverly Middle School held its yearly Mix It Up at Lunch Day”及全文内容可知，文章通过介绍活动规则和成功案例，意在宣传该活动并鼓励学生参与。 Hello, I’m Amy. I’m a 14-year-old girl. I have many friends at school because I’m an outgoing girl and ready to help others. Now a new term starts. After a long summer holiday, some of my friends and teachers look different. Tony is the boy sitting in front of me. He wears a new pair of glasses. His brown hair has grown long. He is still short and thin. I think he really needs to do some exercise. Sam has changed a lot. He was of medium build (身材) last term but he is so fat now. Look at his round face and small eyes! How much ice cream and how many hamburgers did he eat last holiday? My good friend Susan is taller and thinner than before. She must play sport every day in the summer holiday. She cut her long hair last holiday and she looks so cool now. Miss White is different too. We can’t see her straight brown hair. She has curly blonde hair now. I think she looks more beautiful. I love Miss White’s English class and her warm smile. 1．What can we learn about Tony? A．He has short brown hair now. B．He is taller and thinner than before. C．He sits behind Amy. D．He needs to do some exercise. 2．Who gets better than before? A．Tony and Sam. B．Sam and Susan. C．Susan and Miss White. D．Sam and Miss White. 3．Which of the following is not mentioned? A．Amy is outgoing and ready to help others. B．Sam’s favourite food is ice cream and hamburgers C．Susan cut her long hair during the summer holiday. D．Miss White has curly blonde hair now. 4．The text mainly tells us about some people’s ________. A．new looks B．summer holidays C．eating habits D．favourite sports 5．Where is the text most probably from? A．The school newspaper B．A sports magazine C．A science magazine D．A storybook 【答案】1．D 2．C 3．B 4．A 5．A 【导语】本文以学生Amy的视角，介绍了暑假结束新学期开启后，她的同学Tony、Sam、Susan以及英语老师Miss White在外貌上的变化。 1．细节理解题。Tony介绍部分“I think he really needs to do some exercise.”指出Tony需要做一些锻炼。 2．推理判断题。Susan介绍部分“She cut her long hair last holiday and she looks so cool now.”和Miss White介绍部分“I think she looks more beautiful.”说明Susan看起来更酷，Miss White看起来更漂亮，两人都比以前更好了。 3．细节理解题。Sam介绍部分“How much ice cream and how many hamburgers did he eat last holiday?”只是Amy对Sam假期饮食的调侃，文中并未提及Sam最喜欢的食物是冰淇淋和汉堡。 4．主旨大意题。由文章首段“After a long summer holiday, some of my friends and teachers look different.”以及全文对人物外貌变化的介绍可知，文章主要讲述了一些人的新外貌。 5．推理判断题。根据文章围绕校园师生的新学期变化展开的内容可推知，本文属于校园相关内容，最有可能出自校报。 Join Us!Different clubs make our school life colorful. Which one would you like to join? Volunteer ClubWe are going to visit the old people’s home this Saturday. We will do some cleaning for the old and make dumplings with them. Let’s meet at 9:00 a.m. at the school gate. We will take the bus there and return at 4:00 p.m. Call 379516 to join us. Basketball Club Can you play basketball? Do you want to learn different basketball skills? Do you want to enjoy exciting matches? Our club opens at 4:00 p.m. every Tuesday. Remember to wear sports shoes. Call 543715 if you are interested. Hiking ClubWe are going to the countryside for a hike this Sunday. We can enjoy the beauty of nature and have a picnic there. We will come back at 3:30 p.m. Let’s meet at the school gate at 8:00 a.m. Call 592873 if you want to join us. DIY ClubIf you are a DIY lover, come and join us! Here you can make, repair and decorate things yourselves. You’ll have lots of fun here. The club is open from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every Monday. Call 593782 for more information. 1．Amy, a member of Volunteer Club, will get to the old people’s home ________. A．by bus B．by plane C．by train D．on foot 2．If Tony joins Basketball Club, he can go there ________. A．at weekends B．every Monday C．every day D．every Tuesday 3．John wants to have a picnic at weekends. He can join ________. A．Volunteer Club B．Basketball Club C．Hiking Club D．DIY Club 4．You can call ________ to know more about DIY Club. A．592873 B．543715 C．379516 D．593782 5．Where can you most probably find the poster? A．In a restaurant. B．In a school. C．In a hotel. D．In a supermarket. 【答案】1．A 2．D 3．C 4．D 5．B 【导语】本文是一篇应用文。主要介绍了四个学校俱乐部（志愿者俱乐部、篮球俱乐部、徒步俱乐部、DIY俱乐部）的活动内容、时间及联系方式。 1．细节理解题。根据Volunteer Club部分“We will take the bus there and return at 4:00 p.m.”可知，志愿者俱乐部成员将乘公交车去敬老院。 2．细节理解题。根据Basketball Club部分“Our club opens at 4:00 p.m. every Tuesday.”可知，篮球俱乐部每周二下午开放。 3．细节理解题。根据Hiking Club部分“We are going to the countryside for a hike this Sunday. We can enjoy the beauty of nature and have a picnic there.”可知，徒步俱乐部周日去野餐。 4．细节理解题。根据DIY Club部分“Call 593782 for more information.”可知，了解DIY俱乐部信息需拨打593782。 5．推理判断题。根据开篇“Different clubs make our school life colorful.”及文中多次提到“school gate”可知，这些俱乐部属于学校活动，海报最可能出现在学校。 “I don’t want to join the singing contest (比赛),”  Leo told his best friend Tom one afternoon. “There will be too many people watching me. My voice is not good enough, and I will forget the words.” Leo was a shy boy. He was afraid of speaking in front of others. But Tom knew that Leo had a beautiful voice, because he often heard Leo singing on the playground. “Your voice is wonderful,”  Tom said. “You sing much better than most of us. Why not have a try? I will be there with you.” But Leo shook his head. Tom didn’t give up. Every day after school, he asked Leo to sing for him in the empty music room. Little by little, Leo felt less nervous. A week later, Tom encouraged Leo to sign up for the school singing contest. “Believe in yourself,”  he said. “You are more ready than you think.” On the day of the contest, Leo’s hands were cold and his heart was beating fast. When he walked onto the stage, he saw Tom smiling at him in the first row. Tom nodded to him, as if to say, “You can do it!” Leo took a deep breath and began to sing. At first his voice was low, but soon it filled the whole hall. The students listened quietly, and then they started to cheer for him. When the contest was over, the head teacher announced the results. Leo won the first prize! He couldn’t believe his ears. “Thank you, Tom,” Leo said with tears in his eyes. “Without you, I would never stand on the stage.” Tom smiled. “That’s what friends are for. A true friend always believes in you, even when you don’t believe in yourself.” From then on, Leo was no longer the shy boy. He took an active part in school activities and made a lot of new friends. Sometimes a friend’s encouragement is all we need to find the courage inside us. 1．Why didn’t Leo want to join the singing contest at first? A．Because he was shy and not confident enough. B．Because he was too busy with his schoolwork. C．Because his voice was really terrible. D．Because Tom asked him to sing alone. 2．What did Tom do to help Leo? A．He signed up for the contest instead of Leo. B．He sang with Leo on the stage. C．He asked Leo to sing for him every day after school. D．He asked the teacher to change the contest. 3．Which is the best title for this passage? A．A Singing Contest B．Leo’s Beautiful Voice C．How to Sing Well D．A Friend’s Encouragement 【答案】1．A 2．C 3．D 【导语】本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了害羞的男孩Leo在好朋友Tom的鼓励和陪伴练习下，克服恐惧参加歌唱比赛并获得一等奖，最终变得自信的故事，强调了朋友鼓励的重要性。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“There will be too many people watching me. My voice is not good enough, and I will forget the words.”和第二段“Leo was a shy boy.”可知，Leo起初不想参加是因为害羞且不够自信。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第四段“Every day after school, he asked Leo to sing for him in the empty music room.”可知，Tom通过每天让Leo唱给他听来帮助Leo缓解紧张情绪。 3．最佳标题题。根据文章最后一段“Sometimes a friend’s encouragement is all we need to find the courage inside us.”及全文内容可知，文章核心在于朋友的鼓励帮助Leo找回勇气。 Do you know any special subjects at school? Now let’s have a look at them in some countries. My name is Frank. I’m from the UK. I have “Forest School” on Monday afternoon. Ms Brown takes us to the forest. We learn how to put up a tent and make a fire in the forest. On a family trip in the forest, I help my parents make a fire. I’m so happy. The class helps me a lot. Hi, I’m Gina. I am an American student. I have a folk dance class at school. It is on Wednesday morning. I think Ms Smith is a good teacher. She tells us about the history and culture of dancing. I like her very much. Hey, I’m Jack. I’m a 13-year-old boy from Australia. Our school has surfing classes. Surfing is fun. But not everyone can do it. Today is Wednesday, so we have the surfing class tomorrow morning. I study it for a long time. Now, I am good at it. Can you see the man in the picture? He is my teacher, Mr Green. 1．What does Frank think of “Forest School”? A．It’s exciting. B．It’s boring. C．It’s helpful. D．It’s relaxing. 2．Which of the following is true? A．Jack has a surfing class on Wednesday. B．Ms Brown is Mary’s surfing teacher. C．Frank is a student from America. D．Gina can learn about the history of dancing. 3．What does the underlined sentence “But not everyone can do it” mean? A．The surfing class is expensive. B．The surfing class is not easy. C．Some students don’t like the surfing class. D．Only a few students can take the surfing class. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了英国、美国、澳大利亚三国学校开设的特殊课程，分别为森林学校课、民间舞蹈课与冲浪课，由三名学生分享了自己的课程体验与相关内容。 1．细节理解题。根据“The class helps me a lot.”可知，Frank认为森林学校课程对自己很有帮助，因此他觉得这门课是有用的。 2．细节理解题。根据“She tells us about the history and culture of dancing.”可知，Gina可以在民间舞蹈课上学习舞蹈的历史相关内容。 3．词句猜测题。根据“Surfing is fun. But not everyone can do it…I study it for a long time. Now, I am good at it.”可知，冲浪需要花费很长时间学习才能擅长，说明冲浪有难度，因此划线句的意思是冲浪课并不容易。 ①How many languages do you know? Have you ever been unable to learn about something because you speak only English? Do not feel limited (受限的) because English is a great foundation (基础) for learning Swedish. Learning a bit of Swedish will help you discover more about Sweden’s rich culture, fascinating history and beautiful land. ②Many words sound the same in Swedish and English. Even without a lesson,you already know several Swedish words. For example,“man” and“person” are the same in both languages. Not only are there many similar words, but some words are so close that you can know them at once. For example, “fish” in Swedish is only a one-letter change to “fisk”. “Room” is an easy change to “rum”. ③The similarities between English and Swedish go deeper than just words that look alike. English grammar and Swedish grammar are also very similar, which is helpful when you are using verbs. Swedish also uses the Roman alphabet (字母表), so you already know the Swedish ABCs. The only difference is three more letters—a，ą，ṍ— found at the end of the Swedish alphabet. ④Swedes are not very dramatic, so you will not hear a Swede saying something like “How sad you missed the bus!” or “That test was a killer.” Also, keep your hands to yourself because body language is uncommon. ⑤Usually, it is easy for beginners to be understood even if they mispronounce words, and you will be learning a language that is a stepping-stone toward understanding a beautiful culture and land. 1．How many letters are there in the Swedish alphabet? A．Twenty B．Twenty-three C．Twenty-six D．Twenty-nine 2．Which of the following can you seldom see or hear in Sweden? a. People express thanks to those who have helped them. b. Teachers hold students’ hands when talking to them. c Passengers joke how sad they missed the bus. d Students make fun of the bad results of their math test. A．abc B．bcd C．acd D．abd 3．What can we know from the passage? A．Swedish is easier to learn than English. B．A number of Swedish words are pronounced the same. C． Swedes are good at guessing the meanings of the words. D．Good Swedish learners can understand Swedish culture better. 4．What’s the structure of the passage? A．①/②③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤ D．①/②③/④⑤ 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．D 4．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了瑞典语与英语的相似性及瑞典人的表达特点，说明学习瑞典语能帮助理解瑞典文化。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第③段“Swedish also uses the Roman alphabet... The only difference is three more letters—a，ą，ṍ— found at the end of the Swedish alphabet.”可知，瑞典语字母表在英语26个字母基础上多3个，共 29个，选项D符合题意。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第④段“Swedes are not very dramatic... will not hear a Swede saying something like... Also, keep your hands to yourself because body language is uncommon.”可知，夸张的言语表达和肢体接触在瑞典不常见，即 b、c、d 情况很少见到或听到，选项B正确。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第①段“Learning a bit of Swedish will help you discover more about Sweden’s rich culture...”及第⑤段“stepping-stone toward understanding a beautiful culture and land.”可知，学习瑞典语是了解瑞典文化的阶梯，学好瑞典语能更好理解瑞典文化，选项D正确。 4．篇章结构题。根据文章第①段“Learning a bit of Swedish will help you discover more about Sweden’s rich culture...”及全文内容可推知第①段引出主题，第②③段讲语言相似性，第④⑤段介绍文化特点及意义，结构为①/②③/④⑤，选项D正确。 The Joy of Learning: More Than Just Studying When students talk about learning, some may think of difficult exams or endless homework. But learning can be joyful — its fun comes from finding new things and feeling proud of small wins. Take Nick, an eighth-grader, as an example. He used to dislike history. He thought memorizing (记忆) dates was boring. Then his teacher asked the class to act out short history stories. Nick played a great emperor (皇帝) from the past. To do well, he read more about the emperor’s life and even made a simple costume. On performance day, his classmates loved his act. Now, Nick looks for history books in his free time — he finds joy in knowing more about the past. Learning also lets us enjoy small surprises. When you finally understand a hard math problem, or when you use a new English word to talk to your friend, that happy feeling is the joy of learning. It’s not about getting perfect grades; it’s about growing little by little. So next time you sit down to study, try to find the fun in it. Learning is a journey, and every step can bring joy. 1．Why did Nick dislike history before? A．He couldn’t find history books. B．His history teacher was too strict. C．He thought memorizing dates was boring. D．He didn’t like acting in stories. 2．How did Nick’s idea about history change? A．He started to hate it more after the performance. B．He began to enjoy it by acting out a history story. C．He stopped learning history in his free time. D．He only liked history exams. 3．What is the joy of learning according to the passage? A．Getting perfect grades every time. B．Memorizing more facts than classmates. C．Finishing homework quickly. D．Finding new things and feeling proud of small wins. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Learning is only for getting good scores. B．We can find joy in every step of learning. C．History is the most interesting subject. D．Learning is always easy and fun. 【答案】1．C 2．B 3．D 4．B 【导语】本文是一篇议论文，主要介绍学习的乐趣不仅仅是学习本身，我们可以在学习的过程中找到乐趣。 1．细节理解题。根据第2段“He used to dislike history. He thought memorizing(记忆) dates was boring.”可知，Nick以前不喜欢历史是因为他觉得记忆日期很枯燥。 2．细节理解题。根据第2段“Then his teacher asked the class to act out short history stories...Now, Nick looks for history books in his free time — he finds joy in knowing more about the past.”可知，在表演历史小故事之后，Nick开始喜欢历史。 3．细节理解题。根据第1段“But learning can be joyful — its fun comes from finding new things and feeling proud of small wins.”可知，学习的乐趣来源于发现新事物以及为小小的收获感到自豪。 4．推理判断题。根据第4段“So next time you sit down to study, try to find the fun in it. Learning is a journey, and every step can bring joy.”可知，我们可以在学习的每一步中找到乐趣。 Do you think studying is a little boring? But when you watch someone else study, do you want to join them? You’re not the only one. “Study with Me” is a new way you can try. The reason is simple: watching others study makes us want to do the same.​ “Study with Me” is a kind of live broadcast (现场直播) on the Internet. Usually, it shows a person studying. Sometimes it’s quiet, and sometimes there is soft music. It makes viewers feel like they have a study partner. It also lets people focus together, share the same experience, and feel part of a group. Studying together can make learning more fun. That’s why these study broadcasts are getting more popular. More and more students around the world are interested in them.​ So why does watching someone else study make us want to study too? Scientists say it’s a natural habit for humans. We often copy the things people around us do. This is called mimicry (模仿). When we watch someone study, we may copy how they take notes, use the same study tools, or even take breaks at the same time. Also, we all need support from others. The people on the screen are like our “secret study partners”. When we see them working hard, we feel like we’re on a team. This encourages us not to give up when tasks are hard.​ “Study with Me” can help you, but there are some things to remember. First, before you join an online study group, set clear study goals. This helps you focus on your own work. Second, don’t depend on it too much. Sometimes you need to learn by yourself. Finally, try to study with people you can trust. They should have a good, organized study plan.​ With the development of AI, ways of learning are always changing. They bring us new and exciting learning experiences. “Study with Me” is a great example. It helps people work closely together and encourages students to enjoy their learning journey—with focus, fun, and friendship. 1．What is a “Study with Me” broadcast?​​ A．A TV show about school life. B．An online video of a person studying. C．A radio program with soft music. D．A book that teaches how to study. 2．What might happen when you watch a “Study with Me” broadcast?​​ A．You will learn the best way to take notes. B．You might feel like you are part of a group. C．You will never need to study by yourself again. D．The person on the screen will become your real friend. 3．It can be inferred (推测) from Paragraph 3 that “secret study partners” ______. A．are close friends who often meet each other in the real world B．push viewers to keep going when they meet difficulties C．take notes and use the same tools as their viewers do D．ask viewers to talk with them about learning 4．What does the writer think of the future of learning at the end of the passage?​​ A．It is difficult and challenging. B．It focuses only on AI teachers. C．It is creative and keeps developing. D．It is less fun and more serious. 【答案】1．B 2．B 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了“Study with Me”这种网络直播学习方式的定义与特点，分析了其通过模仿习惯和群体感激励人们学习的原理，给出了使用建议，并展望了未来学习方式在科技发展下的不断创新。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“‘Study with Me’ is a kind of live broadcast (现场直播) on the Internet. Usually, it shows a person studying.”可知，是一个人学习的线上视频。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“It also lets people focus together, share the same experience, and feel part of a group.”可知，观看这种直播会让观众感觉自己是群体的一部分。 3．推理判断题。根据文章第3段“This encourages us not to give up when tasks are hard.”可知，屏幕上的“秘密学习伙伴”能鼓励观众在任务艰难时不放弃，即推动观众在遇到困难时坚持下去。 4．观点态度题。根据文章第5段“ways of learning are always changing. They bring us new and exciting learning experiences.”可知，作者认为学习方式正在不断变化并带来新体验，即富有创意且不断发展。 Listening to Music While Studying Do you like listening to music when you’re studying? A lot of students think that listening to their favourite songs helps them study better, so they listen to their loved music when they are revising (复习). But does it really make them learn more? And will it be different if they choose different kinds of music? How to research To answer these questions, teachers from Cardiff Metropolitan University recently started a study. They divided (分配) students into different groups: ☆ Group A: revised without music; ☆ Group B: revised to music without words; ☆ Group C: revised to music with words they liked; ☆ Group D: revised to music with words they disliked. The students then took a test on what they had been revising. Main findings ☆ Group A did better in the exam than the other three groups. ☆Group B got higher scores than Group C and Group D． ☆ Group C and Group D both got the same score, lower than usual. 1．Why did the teachers from Cardiff Metropolitan University carry out (进行) the study? A．To find out which kind of music students like best. B．To help students choose their favourite songs for fun. C．To find out whether listening to music affects (影响) studying. D．To encourage students to listen to music while revising. 2．What can we learn about Group B from the passage? A．They got the lowest scores (得分) among the four groups. B．They revised with music that had words they liked. C．They did better than Group A in the exam. D．They scored higher than both Group C and Group D． 3．Which group got the most correct answers after the test? A．Group A． B．Group B． C．Group C． D．Group D． 4．What do the teachers find out from the study? A．Music with liked words is really good for students’ study. B．Music with words makes students study better than before C．Music without words is able to help students get full scores. D．Music with liked and disliked words are the same for learning. 5．According to the study, what should students pay attention to in their study? A．Music clubs. B．Sports games. C．Learning habits. D．After-school lessons 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 4．D 5．C 【导语】本文是说明文，介绍了卡迪夫城市大学的教师开展的对照研究，研究围绕“学习时听音乐是否影响学习效果、不同类型音乐的影响是否有差异”展开，将学生分为四组在不同音乐环境下复习并测试，最终得出无音乐时学习效果最佳，无歌词音乐次之，有歌词的音乐（无论是否喜欢）都会降低学习效果的结论。 1．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“But does it really make them learn more? And will it be different if they choose different kinds of music?”以及“How to research”部分的“To answer these questions, teachers from Cardiff Metropolitan University recently started a study.”可推知，教师开展研究是为了查明听音乐是否会对学习产生影响。 2．细节理解题。根据文章“Main findings”部分的“Group B got higher scores than Group C and Group D.”可推知，B组的得分比C组和D组都高。 3．细节理解题。根据文章“Main findings”部分的“Group A did better in the exam than the other three groups.”，结合标题为“Correct Answers Each Group Got”的柱状图中Group A的正确率最高可推知，A组测试后的正确答案最多。 4．细节理解题。根据文章“Main findings”部分的“Group C and Group D both got the same score, lower than usual.”可推知，配有喜欢的歌词和不喜欢的歌词的音乐，对学习的影响是一样的。 5．推理判断题。根据文章围绕“学习时听音乐对学习效果的影响”展开研究的内容可推知，学生在学习中应当关注学习习惯。 An old Chinese saying goes: “Practice makes perfect.” It means if you keep practising something again and again, you will become very good at it. This old saying tells us a simple truth. No one can learn a new skill well in a short time. Many students think they can learn English well quickly. But in fact, good English needs lots of practice. You need to read, listen and speak every day. The story of Wang Xizhi is a great example. He was a famous calligrapher in ancient China. He loved writing so much that he practised writing every day. He washed his writing brushes in the pond near his house. Slowly, the clean pond turned black. After years of hard practice, he became one of the greatest writers in history. This saying is not only for study. It works for everything. If you want to play basketball well, you must practise shooting. If you want to play the piano well, you need to practise every day. Nothing can be done well without lots of practice. So don’t give up easily. Keep practising, and you will make great progress. 1．What does the old saying “Practice makes perfect” mean? A．We must be perfect from the start. B．Practising often helps us do things well. C．Only perfect people need to practice. D．We can learn everything quickly. 2．What was Wang Xizhi good at? A．Playing basketball. B．Playing the piano. C．Writing calligraphy. D．Speaking English. 3．Why did the pond turn black? A．Because Wang Xizhi put black ink into it. B．Because Wang Xizhi washed his writing brushes there every day. C．Because there was much black mud in the pond. D．Because many people threw rubbish into the pond. 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．We can learn English well in a few days. B．The saying only works for school study. C．Wang Xizhi became famous after long-time practice. D．We don’t need to practice if we are clever. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 4．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。引用谚语“熟能生巧”，通过举例论证，告诉我们坚持练习才能把事情做好。 1．根据第一段中的“An old Chinese saying goes: “Practice makes perfect.” It means if you keep practising something again and again, you will become very good at it.”可知，这句谚语的含义是反复练习一件事，你就会非常擅长它。也就是经常练习有助于我们把事情做好。 2．根据第三段中的“The story of Wang Xizhi is a great example. He was a famous calligrapher in ancient China.”可知，王羲之是一位伟大的书法家，所以王羲之擅长写书法。   3．根据第三段中的“He washed his writing brushes in the pond near his house. Slowly, the clean pond turned black.”可知，池塘变黑的原因是王羲之每天在那里洗毛笔。 4．根据第三段中的“After years of hard practice, he became one of the greatest writers in history.”可知，王羲之经过长时间练习之后成名。 You may know how to make a paper airplane, but can you make a paper helicopter (直升机) ? Here is how! You’ll need one sheet of paper and one paper clip (回形针). Steps First, lay out the paper over this page. Trace (沿着) the pattern onto the paper. Finally, hold the “helicopter” and throw it hard into the air. The “helicopter” won’t fall straight to the ground. Instead, it will spin (旋转) its wings and fall slowly down like a real one. 1．The text and the pictures above tell us how to _________. A．make a helicopter B．draw a helicopter C．make a paper helicopter D．fly a paper helicopter 2．What may NOT be needed in making the “helicopter”? A．Paper. B．Scissors. C．A paper clip. D．Water. 3．Which question can we find the answer to in the text? A．What things should we prepare? B．Who might be interested in this activity? C．Why does the paper helicopter fall straight to the ground? D．How many steps should we take in drawing a helicopter? 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．A 【导语】本文介绍了纸直升机的制作方法，包含所需材料、制作步骤，还说明了纸直升机下落时会旋转着缓慢下降的特点。 1．主旨大意题。根据文章第一段“but can you make a paper helicopter (直升机)? Here is how!”，结合全文的制作步骤与相关配图可知，文本和图片的内容是讲解如何制作纸直升机。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“You’ll need one sheet of paper and one paper clip (回形针).”，结合配图中的裁剪操作提示可知，全文未提及制作纸直升机需要用到水，水不是制作的必备材料。 3．细节理解题。根据文章第一段“You’ll need one sheet of paper and one paper clip (回形针).”可知，文中明确说明了制作纸直升机需要准备的物品，能够对应“我们应该准备什么东西”的问题。 Handcraft DIY means making things with your own hands instead of buying finished products. It brings us joy and helps us learn traditional skills. Here are three kinds of popular handcraft DIYs. Name Things Process Paper-cutting red paper, scissors Draw patterns on paper first. Cut along the lines carefully. People usually stick the works on windows for the Spring Festival. It needs plenty of practice to get clean lines. Origami a square piece of paper Fold the paper following certain steps. No scissors or glue is needed. You can make models of animals, flowers or small boxes. Pottery-making clay, water, oven Mix clay with water and shape it with hands. Put the work into a hot oven to bake for hours. Every finished piece has its own special look. When we do DIY handcrafts, we will meet small mistakes. But we can learn patience and pay more attention to details. These handcrafts are not just artworks. They carry our feelings and culture. 1．What can we infer from the passage? A．We can make paper-cuts without any practice. B．A bad fold may ruin your origami work. C．Pottery works are always the same in shape. D．We must use glue when making origami. 2．Which of the following statements is CORRECT? A．We should bake clay before shaping it. B．Paper-cutting works are only used on New Year’s Day. C．Origami needs no scissors or glue to finish. D．We need many expensive tools for all three DIYs. 3．What is the main idea of the whole passage? A．To tell us how to make paper-cutting step by step. B．To introduce three different handcraft DIYs and their value. C．To show the long history of Chinese traditional culture. D．To explain why pottery-making needs an oven. 【答案】1．B 2．C 3．B 【导语】本文介绍手工DIY的定义，介绍剪纸、折纸、陶艺三种手工的材料、制作过程，同时讲述手工DIY的意义与价值。 1．推理判断题。根据Origami部分“Fold the paper following certain steps. No scissors or glue are needed.”可知， 折纸要按步骤反复折叠，可推断错误的折叠会毁掉折纸作品。 2．细节理解题。根据表格中“No scissors or glue is needed.”和“People usually stick the works on windows for the Spring Festival.”以及“Mix clay with water and shape it with hands. Put the work into a hot oven to bake for hours.”可知，折纸不需要剪刀和胶水。陶艺是先塑形再烘烤；剪纸通常贴窗户用于春节，不是只在元旦；三种手工所需工具都不贵。 3．主旨大意题。通读全文可知，文章介绍三种手工DIY以及手工带来的收获和文化价值。 For most of us, summer is not so pleasant to be in a place where air conditioning is not easy to get. But for those who like doing it yourself (DIY), it’s not the same. A young man from Bangladesh designed an air conditioning (调节) system called the Eco Cooler. It does not need power, and is made of the world’s most common waste—plastic bottles. The Eco Cooler is simple to build. First, to fix it, you should take away a window and replace it with the window. Second, you should cut a board into the size of a window and cut some bottles—neck sized holes onto the board. Then, you have to put the bottlenecks, cut from the plastic bottles, into the holes. The next step is to fix the design onto the window frame (框架) with the wider side facing outwards. And this is it. The Eco Cooler then works by catching the winds and sending them inside the building. It can reduce the temperature of a room by as much as 5°C—a big difference. This idea was to show the young man’s Eco Cooler to more people. With volunteers, he helped local people build and fix the units, and taught them how to make it by themselves. The Eco Cooler can surely make a big difference. 1．To build the Eco Cooler is not ________. A．cheap B．easy C．expensive D．difficult 2．What does the underlined word “replace” mean in Chinese? A．连接 B．替代 C．装饰 D．清理 3．How does the Eco Cooler work? A．By sending winds out of the building B．By catching winds inside C．By sending winds into the building D．By catching winds outside 4．What can we learn from the text? A．The Cooler is good to the environment. B．The young is a clever businessman. C．An Eco Cooler can reduce the temperature by 15°. D．All the local will use the Eco Cooler. 5．What’s the best title of this text? A．A man and his DIY dream B．The best air conditioning in summer C．The reasons for making the Eco Cooler D．DIY air conditioning made from plastic bottles 【答案】1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．D 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍孟加拉一名年轻人利用塑料瓶制作无需用电的自制降温装置Eco Cooler，介绍了它的制作步骤、工作原理以及推广情况。 1．根据第三段第一句“The Eco Cooler is simple to build.”可知，建造它很容易，那就是“not difficult”。 2．根据第三段第二句“First, to fix it, you should take away a window and replace it with the window.”可知这里的动作是用新装置“替代”旧窗户的位置。因此replace意为“替代”。 3．第四段原文：“The Eco Cooler then works by catching the winds and sending them inside the building.”，说明它捕捉风并将风送入建筑内部。 4．第二段原文：“It does not need power, and is made of the world’s most common waste—plastic bottles.”，说明装置由随处可见的废料塑料瓶制成，无需耗电，由此可知这款降温装置对环境友好。 5．通读全文可知，文章主要介绍了一种由塑料瓶制成的DIY空调（Eco Cooler），包括其制作材料、原理及意义，选项D“DIY air conditioning made from plastic bottles”最能概括文章主旨。 If you want to become a fluent (流利的) English speaker, you should take some advice: There are four skills in learning English. They are reading, listening, speaking, and writing. The most important thing you must remember is that if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills, you should first master the skills of reading and listening. Read as much as you can. But your reading must be active. It means that you must think about the meaning of the sentence, the meanings of the unfamiliar (不熟悉的) words, etc. There is no need for you to pay much attention to grammar or try to understand all the unfamiliar words you come across, but the fact that you see them for the first time and recognize them whenever you see them, for example, in other passages or books, is enough. It would be better to prepare a notebook so you can write down the important words or sentences in it. As for listening, there are two choices: besides reading, you can listen every day for about 30 minutes. You can only pay attention to your reading and become skillful at your reading, then you can catch up on your listening. Since you have lots of inputs in your mind, you can easily guess what the speaker is going to say. This never means that you should not practice listening. For listening, you can listen to cartoons or some movies that are specially made for English learners. Or if you are good at listening, you can listen to VOA or BBC programs every day. Again the thing to remember is being active in listening and taking some notes. If you follow these pieces of advice, your speaking and writing will improve automatically (自动地), and you can be sure that with a little effort, they will become perfect. 1．According to the author, which should you improve first among the four skills? A．Reading and listening B．Reading and writing C．Listening and speaking D．Writing and speaking 2．The underlined phrase “come across” in Paragraph 2 can probably be replaced by “________”. A．discover B．meet by chance C．look for D．find out 3．Which is not mentioned (提到) to practise listening? A．English cartoons B．English movies C．English music D．VOA 4．The author seems to agree with the view that________. A．everyone should listen to VOA or BBC programs every day B．you needn’t practice listening if you keep on reading every day C．being good at reading is helpful in improving your listening D．you should take notes of whatever you are hearing 5．The passage is mainly about how to________. A．be better at English speaking and writing B．deal with new words in reading C．read more English books D．choose reading materials 【答案】1．A 2．B 3．C 4．C 5．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍提升英语听说读写四项技能的学习建议，指出想要提高说和写，应当先掌握读和听，并分别讲解主动阅读、有效听力训练的方法。 1．第一段原文：“if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills, you should first master the skills of reading and listening”，由此可知四项技能中应当先提升阅读和听力。 2．第二段“There is no need for you to pay much attention to grammar or try to understand all the unfamiliar words you come across”，这里指阅读时不必试图理解所有“偶然遇到”的生词。“come across”意为“偶然遇到”与“meet by chance”含义相近。 3．第四段原文：“you can listen to cartoons or some movies…listen to VOA or BBC programs”，文中提到英语卡通、英语影片、VOA，没有提到英语音乐。 4．第三段原文：“become skillful at your reading, then you can catch up on your listening. Since you have lots of inputs in your mind, you can easily guess what the speaker is going to say”，说明擅长阅读有助于提升听力。 5．全文开篇点明目标：想要流利说英语，重点是提升说、写能力，方法从阅读、听力入手；结尾总结遵循建议，口语和写作会自动提升，因此文章主旨是如何提高英语口语与写作。 Do-it-yourself projects let you design your house, provide a way to save money, but even with step-by-step instructions, DIYs don’t always go to plan. Nearly 80% of homeowners make a mistake while doing DIY. Here are four of the biggest mistakes that homeowners often make. Taking on too much More than 40% of people find DIY projects more difficult and expensive than they thought. By taking on a task that needs more time or skills than you have, you may end up with a big mess and an unfinished project. “It’s important to think about why you want to DIY and what you’re hoping to get out of it,” said Bailey Carson, a home care expert. “If you’re doing it just to save money, you might need to think twice. Without the time, tools, and talent to do it correctly and safely, mistakes may cost you more in the long run than simply paying others to help from the beginning.” ______★______ A third of people used the wrong tool for a DIY project, which can make the job more difficult and less safe. Many tools are designed for special uses and materials, so if you use them for other tasks, you may get hurt. Always use the proper tools for each project, and make sure you know how to use them Not safety first DIY mistakes can not only be costly but also dangerous. Of the surveyed people who once made a big mistake during their DIY projects, 47% said that the mistake led to serious problems, while 44% started a fire or fell off a roof or ladder. Take your time and follow all safety rules when using tools. Wear dust masks, safety glasses, hearing protection or gloves to protect yourself. Skipping important steps Skipping a key step can ruin your whole DIY project and you might not realize it until much later. In the survey, 47% of people said that they had finished a DIY project before realizing it was done wrong. Read all instructions carefully ahead of time, and make sure you have the necessary skills to complete each step before you begin. 1．According to Paragraph 2, which people are suitable for DIY. A．want to save money B．want to save time C．are skillful enough D．are careful enough 2．Which of the following should be put in “___★____”? A．Using the wrong tools B．Using the special tools C．Using the expensive tools D．Using the proper tools 3．Which is TRUE according to the passage? A．Taking on too much is the biggest mistake while DIY. B．DIY mistakes can be both expensive and dangerous. C．We can skip some difficult steps to make DIY easier. D．Follow the instructions, and people will make no mistakes in DIY. 4．The writer wrote this article to _________. A．tell us DIY is very dangerous B．show DIY can help us save money C．tell us the importance of DIY D．help us keep away from DIY mistakes 【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 【导语】本文介绍了DIY项目常犯的错误，并给了建议。 1．根据第二段中“By taking on a task that needs more time or skills than you have... Without the time, tools, and talent to do it correctly and safely...”可知，DIY需要足够的时间、工具和技能。如果技能不足会导致混乱，因此技能足够的人适合 DIY。故选C。 2．该段首句提到“A third of people used the wrong tool for a DIY project”，整段内容主要讲述使用错误工具带来的困难和危险，并建议使用合适的工具。结合其他小标题均为描述错误行为，此处应填入描述该段核心错误的标题，即“使用错误的工具”。故选A。 3．根据“Not safety first”段落中“DIY mistakes can not only be costly but also dangerous.”可知，DIY错误不仅代价高昂，而且危险，故B项正确。 4．文章列举了房主在DIY时常犯的四大错误，并针对每个错误给出了建议。因此作者写作的主要目的是帮助我们识别并远离这些DIY错误。故选D。 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 期中复习之阅读理解20篇 （江苏专用） Friendships are important during adolescence (青春期). Scientists find out that teen friendships help young people feel a sense of belonging (归属感). Moreover, these teen friendships can be amazingly good at helping teens to face difficult times. We all know that spending time with good friends makes us happier. But scientists have put this feeling to the test, and the result shows that teen friendships are good for our mental (心理) health. One study of more than 111,000 teenagers finds that those who have good friends have better mental health. The findings make it clear that teens with more friends have fewer bad feelings about themselves and feel a stronger sense of belonging. A study of 108 high school students in Australia shows that strong friendship is helpful for teens to calm down after a difficult time, such as failing a test or losing a game. Also, a study from Australia’ s Murdoch and Griffith universities find that teens do better when they are with friends rather than with their family. Teens who are with friends reported lower levels of sadness and worry. A new study in Child Development shows a relationship between teen friendships and good parenting skills. Scientists from the University of Virginia followed 184 teens for more than twenty years (age 13 into their mid-30s). Findings showed that teens who showed more love and care for their close friends turned into more careful parents. “What we think is happening is that when you’ re a teenager, close friendships are an important ‘training ground’ for developing social skills and learning how to care for others.” Dr. Jessica A．Stern told Psychology Today. 1．The sentence “Friendships also help teens deal with everyday stress.” can be best put at the beginning of ________. A．Paragraph 2 B．Paragraph 3 C．Paragraph 4 D．Paragraph 5 2．What can we learn from Dr. Jessica A．Stern’s words? A．Teens are willing to care for friends. B．Teens are going to be careful parents. C．Teen friendships help develop social skills. D．Teen friendships train people to be healthier. 3．The writer mainly wants ________. A．to help keep our body and mind healthy B．to tell us the importance of teen friendships C．to have a study on how teenagers make friends D．to advise teens to have as many friends as possible ①Friends are very important in our lives. If you’re a quiet and shy person and want to know how to make friends, here’s some advice for you. ②Start with small things. If you are alone for years and have a feeling of loneliness, don’t be afraid of making friends with others. Always start with small steps. Begin communicating with one or two people to get comfortable in socializing. That way your life won’t be too busy and you’ll learn something about communication. ③Get along with people who have similar interests with you. If you communicate with a few people first, get to know them and try to find your common interests. For example, if both of you like soccer or basketball, then sports can be a good topic between you and your friend. ④Remember quality (质量) over quantity (数量). Remember, it’s always about having two or three good friendships instead of having ten unstable (不稳定) relationships. The more we care about quantity, the more tiring our lives will be. Try to make friends with those who help you in trouble. ⑤Keep the positives (积极心态) in your heart and never compare. Even if you can’t find your true friend in a few months or years, you should keep on. Always keep your experiences in the past to continue building your friendships. Also, never forget that every person is special in his/her ways. So, don’t compare one friend of yours with another. Find out their differences and show your full respect. ⑥If you follow the advice above, you are sure to make your true friends. 1．This passage is written mainly for _________. A．everyone B．a teacher C．a quiet person D．a special person 2．Which saying can match (匹配) Paragraph ④ best? A．A good friend is like a mirror. B．Friends are like books—you don’t need a lot of them as long as they’re good. C．My best friend can bring out the best in me. D．A friend in need is a friend indeed. 3．What’s the right structure (结构) of this passage? A． B． C． D． Good friends are important in our life. We know them and like them. We don’t need to be the same age as them. They can be older or younger. We can enjoy different things with our friends. Do you want to make good friends at your school? Do you want to be friends with your classmates? Read the suggestions (建议) below. They may help you. If you meet someone new and he seems to want to play with you, saying hello first may help you to start the talk. Talk about yourself and ask questions. You can say something about yourself. Asking questions is also a way to get to know each other. Ask a friend to do what you both like. Doing these things together is fun. It makes you happy. You can play games, read or go for walks together after class. It’s important for you to help your friends when they have problems. You can do something for them to help them out. Although sometimes there is nothing you can do for them, you can still stay with them and be a good listener to make them feel cared about. In a word, making good friends is not just about finding someone to play or share interests with. It’s also about understanding and supporting each other. By following these simple suggestions, you can start building strong friendships at school. 1．According to the passage, we may make friends with the people ________. A．who are the same age as us B．who we know and like C．who like to say hello to us D．who are in the same class as us 2．Who does the writer write the passage for? A．Students. B．Parents. C．Teachers. D．Scientists. 3．What’s the first thing to do to make new friends according to the passage? A．Playing games together. B．Greeting others. C．Asking them for help. D．Asking questions. 4．How many suggestions are talked about in the passage? A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five. 5．What is the passage mainly about? A．How to play games with friends. B．How to share toys. C．How to make good friends at school. D．How to talk about yourself. ①When you’re trying to make friends, you’ll probably meet someone who just doesn’t like you, though you’ve never done anything to him or her. Well, what should you do? Here’s some advice. ②Gossip (流言蜚语) can make meeting new people difficult, especially when people hear something bad about you. It can prevent someone from getting to know you at all. When you’re in a situation like this, it feels bad. Instead of trying to win them over (说服), however, just be yourself. As time goes by, they will see that the gossip about you is wrong. Or they may choose to believe it. Don’t worry about it and move on by being friendly to the kind people. ③You’d think that your friend’s friends would also become your friends. But it doesn’t work that way. Sometimes people are happy with the friendships they have, and they aren’t interested in adding any more. If someone chooses not to be friends with you just because you’re new to the group, it’s fine. There’s nothing wrong with you or them. ④An even more difficult situation is when someone has met you and just doesn’t like you. Every joke you make is taken the wrong way. Every time you try to do something nice, they find fault (找茬儿). As much as it hurts, accept that not everyone is going to be your friend. Don’t take it personally. These things could happen to everyone. There are just some people you won’t like. ⑤In a word, if someone doesn’t want to be your friend, that’s okay. Don’t get angry with them because it’s their choice. Instead, give your time and attention to the people that are interested in being with you. 1．If people choose to believe the gossip about you, you should ________. A．try to win them over B．let them know the truth C．not worry about it and move on D．find out where the gossip comes from 2．Why don’t your friend’s friends want to be your friends sometimes? A．Because they think it’s a waste of time making new friends. B．Because they aren’t interested in adding any more. C．Because they worry that a new friend will influence their old friendship. D．Because they share no common interests with new friends. 3．Which is the best way to divide (分割) the passage? A．①//②③④//⑤ B．①//②③//④⑤ C．①//②③④⑤ D．①②//③④//⑤ 4．The passage mainly wants to tell us ________. A．how to make new friends B．how to have a talk with others C．how to be popular among friends D．what to do when you’re not liked by others ①“A friend in need is a friend indeed.” Friends are important to us. Friends help us get through hard times. Friends also influence us a lot. Let’s enjoy two poems about friendship. ②To Wang Lun I, Li Bai, sit aboard a ship about to go. When suddenly onshore your farewell songs overflow. However deep the Lake of Peach Blossoms (桃花) may be. It is not so deep, Wang Lun! As your love for me. ③A Time to Talk (By Robert Frost) When a friend calls to me from the road, And slows his horse to a meaning walk, I don’t stand still and look around. On all the hills I haven’t hoed (锄地), And shout from where I am, what is it? No, not as there is a time to talk. I push my hoe in the ground, Blade (锄头)—end up and five feet tall, And I go up to the stonewall, For a friendly visit. ④Both poems are famous in their cultures, but they tell different stories. Li Bai described the scene (场景) of his friend seeing him off. US poet Robert Frost wrote about a friend’s visit when he was working. Li made a comparison. His poem shows the friendship between him and his friend is deeper than the deep water. Frost’s poem, on the other hand, tells the readers that we should stop what we are doing to talk with our friends. It tells us that nothing should get in the way of spending time with friends. The language is simple but sincere (真挚的). 1．What scene did Li Bai describe in the poem? A．Ships on the lake. B．Peach Blossoms. C．Wang Lun seeing him off. D．Songs sung by Wang Lun. 2．What does the underlined “It” refer to? A．The ship. B．The lake of Peach Blossoms. C．Love. D．Li Bai. 3．What is the main idea of the last paragraph? A．The end of the friendship. B．The writers of the poems. C．The comparison of people. D．The analysis (分析) of the poems. 4．The structure (结构) of the text is ________. A． B． C． D． On Oct 18, Waverly Middle School held its yearly Mix It Up at Lunch Day. The school invited students from different backgrounds (背景) to sit together and talk. Mix It Up at Lunch Day is a national event. It usually takes place in the fall during National Bullying Prevention Month. Students are asked to move out of their comfort zones (舒适区) and connect with someone new over lunch. It’s a simple activity for all students. “The idea behind it is simple: Students sit with those they don’t usually talk to to break stereotypes (刻板印象) and meet new people,” said Ivana Nicole Moreno, a 14-year-old who took part in the event at her school last year. Schools often prepare posters before the day. Moreno remembers how her school used color cards to mix up students at different tables. She ended up next to a girl she often saw but never talked to. “I thought she was too serious,” Moreno said. But after they talked, the girl shared her love for designing clothes. Moreno said she enjoyed decorating them. By the end of lunch, they were drawing clothing ideas on napkins (纸巾). “We started a tiny after-school fashion club,” said Moreno. “Mix It Up at Lunch Day gave me a friend I didn’t know I needed.” 1．In which season is the Mix It Up at Lunch Day usually held? A．Spring. B．Summer. C．Autumn. D．Winter. 2．What might Moreno think of the Mix It Up at Lunch Day? A．Serious but creative. B．Difficult but reasonable (合理的). C．Tiring but enjoyable. D．Surprising but meaningful. 3．Why did the school hold this Mix It Up at Lunch Day? A．To learn new skills. B．To improve communication. C．To show students’ talents. D．To welcome foreign students. 4．What’s the writing purpose of this passage? A．To share a heartwarming story. B．To introduce a personal experience. C．To describe how to start a new club. D．To encourage students to join an event. Hello, I’m Amy. I’m a 14-year-old girl. I have many friends at school because I’m an outgoing girl and ready to help others. Now a new term starts. After a long summer holiday, some of my friends and teachers look different. Tony is the boy sitting in front of me. He wears a new pair of glasses. His brown hair has grown long. He is still short and thin. I think he really needs to do some exercise. Sam has changed a lot. He was of medium build (身材) last term but he is so fat now. Look at his round face and small eyes! How much ice cream and how many hamburgers did he eat last holiday? My good friend Susan is taller and thinner than before. She must play sport every day in the summer holiday. She cut her long hair last holiday and she looks so cool now. Miss White is different too. We can’t see her straight brown hair. She has curly blonde hair now. I think she looks more beautiful. I love Miss White’s English class and her warm smile. 1．What can we learn about Tony? A．He has short brown hair now. B．He is taller and thinner than before. C．He sits behind Amy. D．He needs to do some exercise. 2．Who gets better than before? A．Tony and Sam. B．Sam and Susan. C．Susan and Miss White. D．Sam and Miss White. 3．Which of the following is not mentioned? A．Amy is outgoing and ready to help others. B．Sam’s favourite food is ice cream and hamburgers C．Susan cut her long hair during the summer holiday. D．Miss White has curly blonde hair now. 4．The text mainly tells us about some people’s ________. A．new looks B．summer holidays C．eating habits D．favourite sports 5．Where is the text most probably from? A．The school newspaper B．A sports magazine C．A science magazine D．A storybook Join Us!Different clubs make our school life colorful. Which one would you like to join? Volunteer ClubWe are going to visit the old people’s home this Saturday. We will do some cleaning for the old and make dumplings with them. Let’s meet at 9:00 a.m. at the school gate. We will take the bus there and return at 4:00 p.m. Call 379516 to join us. Basketball Club Can you play basketball? Do you want to learn different basketball skills? Do you want to enjoy exciting matches? Our club opens at 4:00 p.m. every Tuesday. Remember to wear sports shoes. Call 543715 if you are interested. Hiking ClubWe are going to the countryside for a hike this Sunday. We can enjoy the beauty of nature and have a picnic there. We will come back at 3:30 p.m. Let’s meet at the school gate at 8:00 a.m. Call 592873 if you want to join us. DIY ClubIf you are a DIY lover, come and join us! Here you can make, repair and decorate things yourselves. You’ll have lots of fun here. The club is open from 2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. every Monday. Call 593782 for more information. 1．Amy, a member of Volunteer Club, will get to the old people’s home ________. A．by bus B．by plane C．by train D．on foot 2．If Tony joins Basketball Club, he can go there ________. A．at weekends B．every Monday C．every day D．every Tuesday 3．John wants to have a picnic at weekends. He can join ________. A．Volunteer Club B．Basketball Club C．Hiking Club D．DIY Club 4．You can call ________ to know more about DIY Club. A．592873 B．543715 C．379516 D．593782 5．Where can you most probably find the poster? A．In a restaurant. B．In a school. C．In a hotel. D．In a supermarket. “I don’t want to join the singing contest (比赛),”  Leo told his best friend Tom one afternoon. “There will be too many people watching me. My voice is not good enough, and I will forget the words.” Leo was a shy boy. He was afraid of speaking in front of others. But Tom knew that Leo had a beautiful voice, because he often heard Leo singing on the playground. “Your voice is wonderful,”  Tom said. “You sing much better than most of us. Why not have a try? I will be there with you.” But Leo shook his head. Tom didn’t give up. Every day after school, he asked Leo to sing for him in the empty music room. Little by little, Leo felt less nervous. A week later, Tom encouraged Leo to sign up for the school singing contest. “Believe in yourself,”  he said. “You are more ready than you think.” On the day of the contest, Leo’s hands were cold and his heart was beating fast. When he walked onto the stage, he saw Tom smiling at him in the first row. Tom nodded to him, as if to say, “You can do it!” Leo took a deep breath and began to sing. At first his voice was low, but soon it filled the whole hall. The students listened quietly, and then they started to cheer for him. When the contest was over, the head teacher announced the results. Leo won the first prize! He couldn’t believe his ears. “Thank you, Tom,” Leo said with tears in his eyes. “Without you, I would never stand on the stage.” Tom smiled. “That’s what friends are for. A true friend always believes in you, even when you don’t believe in yourself.” From then on, Leo was no longer the shy boy. He took an active part in school activities and made a lot of new friends. Sometimes a friend’s encouragement is all we need to find the courage inside us. 1．Why didn’t Leo want to join the singing contest at first? A．Because he was shy and not confident enough. B．Because he was too busy with his schoolwork. C．Because his voice was really terrible. D．Because Tom asked him to sing alone. 2．What did Tom do to help Leo? A．He signed up for the contest instead of Leo. B．He sang with Leo on the stage. C．He asked Leo to sing for him every day after school. D．He asked the teacher to change the contest. 3．Which is the best title for this passage? A．A Singing Contest B．Leo’s Beautiful Voice C．How to Sing Well D．A Friend’s Encouragement Do you know any special subjects at school? Now let’s have a look at them in some countries. My name is Frank. I’m from the UK. I have “Forest School” on Monday afternoon. Ms Brown takes us to the forest. We learn how to put up a tent and make a fire in the forest. On a family trip in the forest, I help my parents make a fire. I’m so happy. The class helps me a lot. Hi, I’m Gina. I am an American student. I have a folk dance class at school. It is on Wednesday morning. I think Ms Smith is a good teacher. She tells us about the history and culture of dancing. I like her very much. Hey, I’m Jack. I’m a 13-year-old boy from Australia. Our school has surfing classes. Surfing is fun. But not everyone can do it. Today is Wednesday, so we have the surfing class tomorrow morning. I study it for a long time. Now, I am good at it. Can you see the man in the picture? He is my teacher, Mr Green. 1．What does Frank think of “Forest School”? A．It’s exciting. B．It’s boring. C．It’s helpful. D．It’s relaxing. 2．Which of the following is true? A．Jack has a surfing class on Wednesday. B．Ms Brown is Mary’s surfing teacher. C．Frank is a student from America. D．Gina can learn about the history of dancing. 3．What does the underlined sentence “But not everyone can do it” mean? A．The surfing class is expensive. B．The surfing class is not easy. C．Some students don’t like the surfing class. D．Only a few students can take the surfing class. ①How many languages do you know? Have you ever been unable to learn about something because you speak only English? Do not feel limited (受限的) because English is a great foundation (基础) for learning Swedish. Learning a bit of Swedish will help you discover more about Sweden’s rich culture, fascinating history and beautiful land. ②Many words sound the same in Swedish and English. Even without a lesson,you already know several Swedish words. For example,“man” and“person” are the same in both languages. Not only are there many similar words, but some words are so close that you can know them at once. For example, “fish” in Swedish is only a one-letter change to “fisk”. “Room” is an easy change to “rum”. ③The similarities between English and Swedish go deeper than just words that look alike. English grammar and Swedish grammar are also very similar, which is helpful when you are using verbs. Swedish also uses the Roman alphabet (字母表), so you already know the Swedish ABCs. The only difference is three more letters—a，ą，ṍ— found at the end of the Swedish alphabet. ④Swedes are not very dramatic, so you will not hear a Swede saying something like “How sad you missed the bus!” or “That test was a killer.” Also, keep your hands to yourself because body language is uncommon. ⑤Usually, it is easy for beginners to be understood even if they mispronounce words, and you will be learning a language that is a stepping-stone toward understanding a beautiful culture and land. 1．How many letters are there in the Swedish alphabet? A．Twenty B．Twenty-three C．Twenty-six D．Twenty-nine 2．Which of the following can you seldom see or hear in Sweden? a. People express thanks to those who have helped them. b. Teachers hold students’ hands when talking to them. c Passengers joke how sad they missed the bus. d Students make fun of the bad results of their math test. A．abc B．bcd C．acd D．abd 3．What can we know from the passage? A．Swedish is easier to learn than English. B．A number of Swedish words are pronounced the same. C． Swedes are good at guessing the meanings of the words. D．Good Swedish learners can understand Swedish culture better. 4．What’s the structure of the passage? A．①/②③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤ D．①/②③/④⑤ The Joy of Learning: More Than Just Studying When students talk about learning, some may think of difficult exams or endless homework. But learning can be joyful — its fun comes from finding new things and feeling proud of small wins. Take Nick, an eighth-grader, as an example. He used to dislike history. He thought memorizing (记忆) dates was boring. Then his teacher asked the class to act out short history stories. Nick played a great emperor (皇帝) from the past. To do well, he read more about the emperor’s life and even made a simple costume. On performance day, his classmates loved his act. Now, Nick looks for history books in his free time — he finds joy in knowing more about the past. Learning also lets us enjoy small surprises. When you finally understand a hard math problem, or when you use a new English word to talk to your friend, that happy feeling is the joy of learning. It’s not about getting perfect grades; it’s about growing little by little. So next time you sit down to study, try to find the fun in it. Learning is a journey, and every step can bring joy. 1．Why did Nick dislike history before? A．He couldn’t find history books. B．His history teacher was too strict. C．He thought memorizing dates was boring. D．He didn’t like acting in stories. 2．How did Nick’s idea about history change? A．He started to hate it more after the performance. B．He began to enjoy it by acting out a history story. C．He stopped learning history in his free time. D．He only liked history exams. 3．What is the joy of learning according to the passage? A．Getting perfect grades every time. B．Memorizing more facts than classmates. C．Finishing homework quickly. D．Finding new things and feeling proud of small wins. 4．What can we learn from the passage? A．Learning is only for getting good scores. B．We can find joy in every step of learning. C．History is the most interesting subject. D．Learning is always easy and fun. Do you think studying is a little boring? But when you watch someone else study, do you want to join them? You’re not the only one. “Study with Me” is a new way you can try. The reason is simple: watching others study makes us want to do the same.​ “Study with Me” is a kind of live broadcast (现场直播) on the Internet. Usually, it shows a person studying. Sometimes it’s quiet, and sometimes there is soft music. It makes viewers feel like they have a study partner. It also lets people focus together, share the same experience, and feel part of a group. Studying together can make learning more fun. That’s why these study broadcasts are getting more popular. More and more students around the world are interested in them.​ So why does watching someone else study make us want to study too? Scientists say it’s a natural habit for humans. We often copy the things people around us do. This is called mimicry (模仿). When we watch someone study, we may copy how they take notes, use the same study tools, or even take breaks at the same time. Also, we all need support from others. The people on the screen are like our “secret study partners”. When we see them working hard, we feel like we’re on a team. This encourages us not to give up when tasks are hard.​ “Study with Me” can help you, but there are some things to remember. First, before you join an online study group, set clear study goals. This helps you focus on your own work. Second, don’t depend on it too much. Sometimes you need to learn by yourself. Finally, try to study with people you can trust. They should have a good, organized study plan.​ With the development of AI, ways of learning are always changing. They bring us new and exciting learning experiences. “Study with Me” is a great example. It helps people work closely together and encourages students to enjoy their learning journey—with focus, fun, and friendship. 1．What is a “Study with Me” broadcast?​​ A．A TV show about school life. B．An online video of a person studying. C．A radio program with soft music. D．A book that teaches how to study. 2．What might happen when you watch a “Study with Me” broadcast?​​ A．You will learn the best way to take notes. B．You might feel like you are part of a group. C．You will never need to study by yourself again. D．The person on the screen will become your real friend. 3．It can be inferred (推测) from Paragraph 3 that “secret study partners” ______. A．are close friends who often meet each other in the real world B．push viewers to keep going when they meet difficulties C．take notes and use the same tools as their viewers do D．ask viewers to talk with them about learning 4．What does the writer think of the future of learning at the end of the passage?​​ A．It is difficult and challenging. B．It focuses only on AI teachers. C．It is creative and keeps developing. D．It is less fun and more serious. Listening to Music While Studying Do you like listening to music when you’re studying? A lot of students think that listening to their favourite songs helps them study better, so they listen to their loved music when they are revising (复习). But does it really make them learn more? And will it be different if they choose different kinds of music? How to research To answer these questions, teachers from Cardiff Metropolitan University recently started a study. They divided (分配) students into different groups: ☆ Group A: revised without music; ☆ Group B: revised to music without words; ☆ Group C: revised to music with words they liked; ☆ Group D: revised to music with words they disliked. The students then took a test on what they had been revising. Main findings ☆ Group A did better in the exam than the other three groups. ☆Group B got higher scores than Group C and Group D． ☆ Group C and Group D both got the same score, lower than usual. 1．Why did the teachers from Cardiff Metropolitan University carry out (进行) the study? A．To find out which kind of music students like best. B．To help students choose their favourite songs for fun. C．To find out whether listening to music affects (影响) studying. D．To encourage students to listen to music while revising. 2．What can we learn about Group B from the passage? A．They got the lowest scores (得分) among the four groups. B．They revised with music that had words they liked. C．They did better than Group A in the exam. D．They scored higher than both Group C and Group D． 3．Which group got the most correct answers after the test? A．Group A． B．Group B． C．Group C． D．Group D． 4．What do the teachers find out from the study? A．Music with liked words is really good for students’ study. B．Music with words makes students study better than before C．Music without words is able to help students get full scores. D．Music with liked and disliked words are the same for learning. 5．According to the study, what should students pay attention to in their study? A．Music clubs. B．Sports games. C．Learning habits. D．After-school lessons An old Chinese saying goes: “Practice makes perfect.” It means if you keep practising something again and again, you will become very good at it. This old saying tells us a simple truth. No one can learn a new skill well in a short time. Many students think they can learn English well quickly. But in fact, good English needs lots of practice. You need to read, listen and speak every day. The story of Wang Xizhi is a great example. He was a famous calligrapher in ancient China. He loved writing so much that he practised writing every day. He washed his writing brushes in the pond near his house. Slowly, the clean pond turned black. After years of hard practice, he became one of the greatest writers in history. This saying is not only for study. It works for everything. If you want to play basketball well, you must practise shooting. If you want to play the piano well, you need to practise every day. Nothing can be done well without lots of practice. So don’t give up easily. Keep practising, and you will make great progress. 1．What does the old saying “Practice makes perfect” mean? A．We must be perfect from the start. B．Practising often helps us do things well. C．Only perfect people need to practice. D．We can learn everything quickly. 2．What was Wang Xizhi good at? A．Playing basketball. B．Playing the piano. C．Writing calligraphy. D．Speaking English. 3．Why did the pond turn black? A．Because Wang Xizhi put black ink into it. B．Because Wang Xizhi washed his writing brushes there every day. C．Because there was much black mud in the pond. D．Because many people threw rubbish into the pond. 4．Which of the following is TRUE? A．We can learn English well in a few days. B．The saying only works for school study. C．Wang Xizhi became famous after long-time practice. D．We don’t need to practice if we are clever. You may know how to make a paper airplane, but can you make a paper helicopter (直升机) ? Here is how! You’ll need one sheet of paper and one paper clip (回形针). Steps First, lay out the paper over this page. Trace (沿着) the pattern onto the paper. Finally, hold the “helicopter” and throw it hard into the air. The “helicopter” won’t fall straight to the ground. Instead, it will spin (旋转) its wings and fall slowly down like a real one. 1．The text and the pictures above tell us how to _________. A．make a helicopter B．draw a helicopter C．make a paper helicopter D．fly a paper helicopter 2．What may NOT be needed in making the “helicopter”? A．Paper. B．Scissors. C．A paper clip. D．Water. 3．Which question can we find the answer to in the text? A．What things should we prepare? B．Who might be interested in this activity? C．Why does the paper helicopter fall straight to the ground? D．How many steps should we take in drawing a helicopter? Handcraft DIY means making things with your own hands instead of buying finished products. It brings us joy and helps us learn traditional skills. Here are three kinds of popular handcraft DIYs. Name Things Process Paper-cutting red paper, scissors Draw patterns on paper first. Cut along the lines carefully. People usually stick the works on windows for the Spring Festival. It needs plenty of practice to get clean lines. Origami a square piece of paper Fold the paper following certain steps. No scissors or glue is needed. You can make models of animals, flowers or small boxes. Pottery-making clay, water, oven Mix clay with water and shape it with hands. Put the work into a hot oven to bake for hours. Every finished piece has its own special look. When we do DIY handcrafts, we will meet small mistakes. But we can learn patience and pay more attention to details. These handcrafts are not just artworks. They carry our feelings and culture. 1．What can we infer from the passage? A．We can make paper-cuts without any practice. B．A bad fold may ruin your origami work. C．Pottery works are always the same in shape. D．We must use glue when making origami. 2．Which of the following statements is CORRECT? A．We should bake clay before shaping it. B．Paper-cutting works are only used on New Year’s Day. C．Origami needs no scissors or glue to finish. D．We need many expensive tools for all three DIYs. 3．What is the main idea of the whole passage? A．To tell us how to make paper-cutting step by step. B．To introduce three different handcraft DIYs and their value. C．To show the long history of Chinese traditional culture. D．To explain why pottery-making needs an oven. For most of us, summer is not so pleasant to be in a place where air conditioning is not easy to get. But for those who like doing it yourself (DIY), it’s not the same. A young man from Bangladesh designed an air conditioning (调节) system called the Eco Cooler. It does not need power, and is made of the world’s most common waste—plastic bottles. The Eco Cooler is simple to build. First, to fix it, you should take away a window and replace it with the window. Second, you should cut a board into the size of a window and cut some bottles—neck sized holes onto the board. Then, you have to put the bottlenecks, cut from the plastic bottles, into the holes. The next step is to fix the design onto the window frame (框架) with the wider side facing outwards. And this is it. The Eco Cooler then works by catching the winds and sending them inside the building. It can reduce the temperature of a room by as much as 5°C—a big difference. This idea was to show the young man’s Eco Cooler to more people. With volunteers, he helped local people build and fix the units, and taught them how to make it by themselves. The Eco Cooler can surely make a big difference. 1．To build the Eco Cooler is not ________. A．cheap B．easy C．expensive D．difficult 2．What does the underlined word “replace” mean in Chinese? A．连接 B．替代 C．装饰 D．清理 3．How does the Eco Cooler work? A．By sending winds out of the building B．By catching winds inside C．By sending winds into the building D．By catching winds outside 4．What can we learn from the text? A．The Cooler is good to the environment. B．The young is a clever businessman. C．An Eco Cooler can reduce the temperature by 15°. D．All the local will use the Eco Cooler. 5．What’s the best title of this text? A．A man and his DIY dream B．The best air conditioning in summer C．The reasons for making the Eco Cooler D．DIY air conditioning made from plastic bottles If you want to become a fluent (流利的) English speaker, you should take some advice: There are four skills in learning English. They are reading, listening, speaking, and writing. The most important thing you must remember is that if you want to improve your speaking and writing skills, you should first master the skills of reading and listening. Read as much as you can. But your reading must be active. It means that you must think about the meaning of the sentence, the meanings of the unfamiliar (不熟悉的) words, etc. There is no need for you to pay much attention to grammar or try to understand all the unfamiliar words you come across, but the fact that you see them for the first time and recognize them whenever you see them, for example, in other passages or books, is enough. It would be better to prepare a notebook so you can write down the important words or sentences in it. As for listening, there are two choices: besides reading, you can listen every day for about 30 minutes. You can only pay attention to your reading and become skillful at your reading, then you can catch up on your listening. Since you have lots of inputs in your mind, you can easily guess what the speaker is going to say. This never means that you should not practice listening. For listening, you can listen to cartoons or some movies that are specially made for English learners. Or if you are good at listening, you can listen to VOA or BBC programs every day. Again the thing to remember is being active in listening and taking some notes. If you follow these pieces of advice, your speaking and writing will improve automatically (自动地), and you can be sure that with a little effort, they will become perfect. 1．According to the author, which should you improve first among the four skills? A．Reading and listening B．Reading and writing C．Listening and speaking D．Writing and speaking 2．The underlined phrase “come across” in Paragraph 2 can probably be replaced by “________”. A．discover B．meet by chance C．look for D．find out 3．Which is not mentioned (提到) to practise listening? A．English cartoons B．English movies C．English music D．VOA 4．The author seems to agree with the view that________. A．everyone should listen to VOA or BBC programs every day B．you needn’t practice listening if you keep on reading every day C．being good at reading is helpful in improving your listening D．you should take notes of whatever you are hearing 5．The passage is mainly about how to________. A．be better at English speaking and writing B．deal with new words in reading C．read more English books D．choose reading materials Do-it-yourself projects let you design your house, provide a way to save money, but even with step-by-step instructions, DIYs don’t always go to plan. Nearly 80% of homeowners make a mistake while doing DIY. Here are four of the biggest mistakes that homeowners often make. Taking on too much More than 40% of people find DIY projects more difficult and expensive than they thought. By taking on a task that needs more time or skills than you have, you may end up with a big mess and an unfinished project. “It’s important to think about why you want to DIY and what you’re hoping to get out of it,” said Bailey Carson, a home care expert. “If you’re doing it just to save money, you might need to think twice. Without the time, tools, and talent to do it correctly and safely, mistakes may cost you more in the long run than simply paying others to help from the beginning.” ______★______ A third of people used the wrong tool for a DIY project, which can make the job more difficult and less safe. Many tools are designed for special uses and materials, so if you use them for other tasks, you may get hurt. Always use the proper tools for each project, and make sure you know how to use them Not safety first DIY mistakes can not only be costly but also dangerous. Of the surveyed people who once made a big mistake during their DIY projects, 47% said that the mistake led to serious problems, while 44% started a fire or fell off a roof or ladder. Take your time and follow all safety rules when using tools. Wear dust masks, safety glasses, hearing protection or gloves to protect yourself. Skipping important steps Skipping a key step can ruin your whole DIY project and you might not realize it until much later. In the survey, 47% of people said that they had finished a DIY project before realizing it was done wrong. Read all instructions carefully ahead of time, and make sure you have the necessary skills to complete each step before you begin. 1．According to Paragraph 2, which people are suitable for DIY. A．want to save money B．want to save time C．are skillful enough D．are careful enough 2．Which of the following should be put in “___★____”? A．Using the wrong tools B．Using the special tools C．Using the expensive tools D．Using the proper tools 3．Which is TRUE according to the passage? A．Taking on too much is the biggest mistake while DIY. B．DIY mistakes can be both expensive and dangerous. C．We can skip some difficult steps to make DIY easier. D．Follow the instructions, and people will make no mistakes in DIY. 4．The writer wrote this article to _________. A．tell us DIY is very dangerous B．show DIY can help us save money C．tell us the importance of DIY D．help us keep away from DIY mistakes 试卷第1页，共3页 试卷第1页，共3页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $