Unit4名校单元主题阅读理解2026-2027学年人教版英语八年级上册

人教版英语8年级上册Unit4名校单元主题阅读理解（原卷版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 阅读理解 Marmots (土拨鼠) are amazing animals. They are 50 to 70 cm long and weigh 4 to 24 pounds. They have round bodies, small ears and thick fur. Marmots are one of the ancient animals. Some of them have been on the earth since the Ice Age. They live in Europe, North America and Asia. Marmots usually live in groups, but some live by themselves. When in danger, they make loud sounds to remind others and then run back to their holes quickly. Marmots are vigorous during the day. In the morning, they wake up early to jump and play on the grass, and some look for food. In the afternoon, they are still busy. They eat and run after each other. Their food is fresh grass and leaves and wild flowers. To get ready for the long cold winter, they eat lots of food in summer and store fat in their bodies. When winter comes, some marmots sleep for months to save energy (能量) and live through the cold winter. They hardly move or eat in this long rest and their bodies work very slowly. They can live up to 13 or 15 years in good living conditions (条件). Marmots play an important part in the ecosystem of our planet. They build homes for other wild animals and scatter (撒) seeds, keeping the natural world healthy! 1．Where do marmots live? A．In Europe and Asia. B．In Europe and North America. C．In Europe, North America and Asia. D．In South America, Asia and Europe. 2．How do marmots remind others when in danger? A．They run fast. B．They shake heads. C．They dance in circles. D．They make loud sounds. 3．What does the underlined word “vigorous” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Shy. B．Lazy. C．Lively. D．Sleepy. 4．Why are marmots important for the ecosystem of our planet? A．Because they can save energy. B．Because their food is grass and leaves. C．Because they have been on the earth since the Ice Age. D．Because they build homes for wild animals and scatter seeds. 5．What would be the best title for the text? A．Amazing Marmots. B．Amazing Animals. C．Marmots’ Sleeping Habits. D．Marmots’ Importance. ①Many people believe that only humans can use special calls to tell each other apart. But a new study on wild magpies shows something surprising. These clever black-and-white birds can recognise their family members with special sounds. The research was carried out by a team of animal scientists, and the amazing result has drawn wide attention around the world. ② Magpies live in small family groups. They spend lots of time looking for food together and take good care of their young. ▲ . When a magpie finds danger nearby, such as a snake or a cat, it will send out a sharp sound to warn all its family members at once. ③ To test their idea, scientists recorded many different calls from magpies living in different areas. Then they played these sounds to the magpies and carefully watched their responses. ④ The results showed that magpies could tell whether the sound came from their own family or strangers. However, the scientists also found that magpies did not react to every single call. They paid attention mainly to calls from their close relatives. ⑤ Scientists say this finding changes our old ideas about bird communication. It tells us that some birds have much more complex social skills than we once thought. More studies are still needed to fully understand how these smart birds communicate with one another in daily life. 6．What is the main new discovery of the study? A．Magpies never give warnings to others. B．Magpies often fight with other bird groups. C．Magpies can speak words just like humans. D．Magpies can tell their family members by special sounds. 7．What does the underlined word recognise in Paragraph 1 mean? A．know B．search C．imagine D．guide 8．What question does Paragraph 3 answer? A．How did the scientists carry out their test? B．Where do magpies build their nests? C．How many kinds of birds live in forests? D．Why do magpies fly south in winter? 9．What can we infer from the passage? A．Magpies react to all kinds of bird calls. B．Some birds have better communication abilities than we expected. C．Magpies have simple social lives. D．Magpies always stay alone. 10．What would be the best structure of the passage? A．①/②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④⑤ C．①/②③/④⑤ D．①/②③④/⑤ Many people think that only humans and a few clever animals like dolphins can solve problems. But scientists have found that crows may be just as clever as a seven-year-old child. Crows live all over the world. They are about half a metre long, with black feathers and strong beaks. What makes them special is not their size but their brains. In one test, scientists put some food at the bottom of a tall glass filled with water. The food was too far down for the birds to reach. The crows looked at it for a moment, and then dropped small stones into the water, one after another. Slowly the water rose, and the food came up. Dinner was ready! Crows can use tools, too. Some of them break off a small stick, bend one end of it, and use it to pull insects out of a hole. Others drop nuts onto the road so that cars can break them open. They even wait for the traffic light to turn red before they fly down to pick up the food. A crow never forgets a face, either. If a person once catches a crow, the bird may remember that face for years — and it will tell its family and friends about it. So the next time you see a crow, look again. The small black bird on the wall may be one of the cleverest animals on the planet. 11．What do scientists think about crows? A．They are as clever as a seven-year-old child. B．They are the largest birds in the world. C．They can only live near people. D．They are afraid of cars on the road. 12．How did the crows get the food out of the glass? A．They broke the glass with their strong beaks. B．They dropped stones into the water to make it rise. C．They waited for the scientists to help them. D．They shook the glass until the food came up. 13．What do some crows do with nuts? A．They hide them under the ground for winter. B．They give them to other birds as gifts. C．They put them on the road and let cars break them open. D．They use them to catch insects in the trees. 14．Why does the writer mention the traffic light? A．To show that crows can read traffic signs. B．To show that crows are clever enough to wait safely. C．To explain why the roads are dangerous to birds. D．To tell readers what colours crows can see. 15．What is the passage mainly about? A．How to catch a crow in a city. B．Why crows are afraid of people. C．How clever crows are. D．Where crows build their nests. If you take a walk in a forest and look up, you’ll notice something amazing: the treetops don’t actually touch each other. Tiny gaps (缺口) appear between them, creating a special phenomenon (现象) called “crown shyness”. This interesting action shows us how trees communicate and live together in the ecosystem. Trees like redwoods and ginkgo trees use this method to stay healthy and lively. They’re always competing for sunlight and water—the most important things for their survival. By keeping a certain distance (距离) from their neighbors, they protect their young shoots and leaves from damage (损坏). This wise action also helps stop harmful insects and diseases from spreading (传播) to other trees, just like we protect ourselves from sickness. In fact, this behavior plays an important role in the whole forest ecosystem. Healthy trees are home to many creatures like ants and various birds. They store carbon and clean our air, making our environment better for all humans. We should understand how important it is to protect our forests, as they are closely connected with our environment. So next time when you see trees standing with space between them, remember they’re teaching us how to be good neighbors in nature. Whether you’re a tree or a human, sharing space wisely and protecting each other brings happiness to everyone in this world. 16．What is “crown shyness”? A．Trees fighting for sunlight and water. B．Gaps between treetops that do not touch. C．A kind of bird that lives on trees. D．A way to keep the air clean and fresh. 17．Which human action is similar to the “wise action” of the trees in paragraph 2? A．Studying hard to get good grades in school. B．Eating healthy food to become taller and stronger. C．Not standing too close to a friend who has a cold. D．Sharing toys with friends to make everyone happy. 18．According to paragraph 3, what will probably happen if healthy trees are damaged? A．We will live a much happier life. B．Many birds may lose their homes. C．The air we breathe will be cleaner. D．The planet will be better for all humans. 19．According to the writer, what is the key to being a “good neighbor”? A．Staying far away from each other all the time. B．Being the strongest and getting the best things. C．Sharing space smartly and looking after each other. D．Living together and sharing everything with each other. 20．What is the main purpose of this text? A．To describe what a forest looks like. B．To teach people how to keep trees healthy. C．To tell us a lesson we can learn from trees. D．To compare different kinds of trees and creatures. Our planet has many amazing animals and plants. Here are four. The blue whale is bigger and heavier than any other animal on our planet. It can grow to about thirty metres long, and its weight can reach about 200 tons. Its heart is as large as a small car. You can find blue whales in every ocean, but not in the Arctic Ocean. The African elephant is the largest animal on land. Its ears are much bigger than our ears, and they help it to keep cool. An elephant eats about 150 kilograms of plants a day. The cheetah is the fastest animal on land. It can run at about 110 kilometres an hour, but only for a short time. After a run, it needs a long rest. Of all the animals on the planet, the blue whale is the heaviest, and the cheetah runs the fastest. Bamboo grows very fast—some kinds add about a metre in a single day. Chinese people planted bamboo in their gardens long ago. People use bamboo to build houses, and they also make tools, baskets and musical instruments from it. These living things are amazing but in danger. They all need clean air, clean water and safe places to live. Learning about them is the first step to protecting them. 21．How long can a blue whale grow? A．About thirty metres. B．About ten metres. C．About twenty metres. D．About two hundred metres. 22．Why does the text mention the African elephant’s ears? A．To show that elephants can hear very well. B．To show that big ears help it keep cool. C．To show that elephants are heavy animals. D．To show that elephants enjoy swimming. 23．Why can the cheetah run fast only for a short time? A．Because running fast uses a lot of energy. B．Because it is a lazy animal. C．Because it is afraid of other animals. D．Because it sleeps in the daytime. 24．What can people make from bamboo? A．Cars, planes and trains. B．Paper and glass only. C．Honey and milk. D．Houses, tools, baskets and musical instruments. 25．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Whales are better animals than elephants. B．These amazing living things need our protection. C．Bamboo is more useful than any animal. D．Only big animals are amazing. Come and see our lovely animals in our zoo! Scientists will give wonderful lessons about animals every Tuesday! Don’t miss them. Area A*Koalas live in the trees and like eating leaves. They can live up to about 14 years. You can learn about their habits and why they sleep for about 18 hours a day. Showtime: 1:30 p.m-3:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday *Kangaroos can jump about 15 miles per hour. They can live for at most 22 years. Showtime: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Area B*Crocodiles (鳄鱼) have the strongest teeth of all animals in the world. They can live for 45-100 years. The crocodiles here are 76 years old! Showtime: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday *Tortoises (陆龟) can live for more than 100 years! They can grow to about one metre tall. Showtime: 9:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday Area C*Tigers can weigh up to 300 kg! Watch our tigers swimming in the water. Showtime: 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday *Camels’ humps (驼峰) keep fat, not water! Showtime: 12:30 p.m.-1:20 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Area D*Parrots can be good pets. Some parrots are able to copy what people say. Showtime: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday Ticket PricesAdult: $55          Child: $45       Family (2 adults+2 children): $172 26．Where can visitors see kangaroos? A．In Area A B．In Area B C．In Area C D．In Area D 27．Which of the following animals are NOT open for visitors on weekends? A．Koalas. B．Crocodiles. C．Tigers. D．Kangaroos. 28．On Sunday, which is the best order for visitors to see as many animals as possible? A．①→②→③→④ B．②→①→④→③ C．③→④→①→② D．④→②→③→① 29．If Millie, a 7-year-old girl, and her parents visit the zoo, how much should they pay? A．$ 100. B．$110. C．$ 155. D．$172. 30．Where does the passage probably come from? A．A storybook. B．A history magazine. C．A science report. D．A travel guide. Trees are one of the oldest plants of our Earth. They keep our air clean, make less pollution, make water cleaner and provide food and building materials. Just like us, trees change a lot as they grow. At one to three years old, young trees learn how to protect themselves. For example, many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near. At the age of four, trees begin to grow very quickly and become strong enough to face many difficulties later in life. At the age of 15, trees become young adults (成年植株). They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruit. When the tree is 20 to 25 years old, it becomes a real adult. The tree reaches its largest size. It gives us shade and provides a great place for a tree house, or a place for us to read a book, listen to music and so on. If we all learn how to protect the adult tree, it will live healthily for many years. Little by little, trees begin to grow older and older and even die. At this time, older trees are still very important in nature. When a tree becomes hollow or part of it dies, it can be a home to small animals. In many ways, the life of a tree is similar to our own life. When looking at the life of a tree, we should enjoy every minute of its life and take care of the tree! 31．From the article, we know trees learn to protect themselves at ________. A．1-3 years old B．4 years old C．15 years old D．20-25 years old 32．What does the underlined word “hollow” in Paragraph 5 mean? A．wet B．empty C．big D．small 33．About the growth of the tree, which of the following is the right order? a. Grow very quickly. b. Become a real adult. c. Learn how to protect itself. d. Grow older and die. e. Produce flowers and fruit. A．b-a-c-d-e B．c-e-a-b-d C．c-a-e-b-d D．a-c-e-b-d 34．What can we infer from this article? A．We can find flowers and fruit on 4-year-old trees. B．Older trees can be great places for people to live. C．An adult tree can live long and well if we all learn how to protect it. D．The life of the tree is the same as the life of people. 35．Which of the following is the best title? A．How to Plant a Young Tree B．Animals Living in Old Trees C．The Best Building Materials D．A Tree’s Life Journey A film called Niu Lai is very popular this year. Niu Lai, a newborn calf (小牛), is the main character of the film. Cattle (牛) are common animals in our lives. They are one of the largest farm animals. In traditional Chinese culture, cattle are not just farm animals, they show the spirit of being industrious. This is because they spend most of their time on farm work and no other farm animals work so hard for people year after year. In the movie, cattle walk on two legs like humans. But in real life, they can’t. Why? One main reason is their heavy weight. According to the University of California, most cattle weigh between 450 and 650 kilograms, and some can weigh over 800 kilograms. So walking on four legs helps hold up their heavy bodies better. How cattle carry their weight is important. Like horses and sheep, cattle put more weight on their front legs — that’s where the heaviest part of their body is. To stand on two legs, cattle need to move their weight back, and this is difficult for them. ▲ Many bears are also big and walk on four legs. But they often stand up to see better or to reach things. Why? The secret is in the “feet”. According to China Science Communication, bears walk with their whole feet touching the ground, just like us. This lets bears stand up well even on two feet. But cattle only walk on the tips (尖端) of their “feet”. This, along with the heavy weight, makes it hard to stand for a long time. Humans walked on all fours at first. Slowly, nature helped humans learn to walk on two legs. This great change helped early humans live better. It’s easier to pick fruits and it freed up hands to carry food or babies. Different animals get different body skills from nature. The film creates an interesting world where Niu Lai walks on two legs. However, real-life animals follow nature’s rules. 36．Which of the following can best explain the word “industrious”? A．hard-working B．strong C．powerful D．busy 37．Why can bears stand up on two legs more easily than cattle? A．They are smarter than cattle. B．They have stronger front legs. C．They walk with their whole feet. D．They put more weight on their back legs. 38．Which can be put in “ ▲ ” in paragraph 4? A．Cattle want to walk on two legs. B．Weight is not the only reason. C．Bears can hardly stand on two feet. D．Weight causes lots of problems. 39．Which picture shows the same way of moving as cattle? A． B． C． D． 40．Which question can be answered from the text? A．Why do cattle have front legs? B．How much does a newborn calf weigh? C．Do bears walk faster than cattle? D．How does walking on two legs help people? ①Trees are one of the oldest plants on Earth. They keep the air clean, reduce noise pollution, make water cleaner, and provide food and building materials. ②Just like us, trees change a lot as they grow. At 1 to 3 years old, young trees learn how to defend themselves. For example, many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near. ③At the age of 4, trees begin to grow very quickly and become strong enough to face many difficulties later in life. At the age of 15, trees become young adults. They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruits. ④When a tree is 20 to 25 years old, it becomes a real adult. The tree reaches its largest size. The adult tree can give us shade (树荫), oxygen and natural beauty. It is a great place for us to have a rest or play games. With good care, the adult tree will go on to live healthily for many years. ⑤Little by little, trees begin to grow older and older and even die. At this time, they still have their important place in nature. When a tree becomes hollow (空的) or part of it becomes dead, it becomes a home to small animals and a source (来源) of food for many other animals. ⑥Trees are very important in our lives. They help us and nature at every stage of their lives, even after they die. We should value and protect trees. 41．What does the underlined word “defend” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Feed. B．Hide. C．Clean. D．Protect. 42．Trees begin to produce fruits at the age of ________. A．one B．four C．fifteen D．twenty 43．Which is the right order of the life of a tree? ①It grows thorns.  ②It grows more slowly.   ③It grows older and dies. ④It becomes a real adult.  ⑤It produces flowers and fruit. A．①②④⑤③ B．①②⑤④③ C．②④①⑤③ D．②⑤①④③ 44．What can we learn from the passage? A．A hollow tree can’t provide food for animals. B．A tree begins to grow quickly when it is an adult. C．Old trees can make great places for people to rest. D．An adult tree can live long and well with good care. 45．Which is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1.) A． B． C． D． People often use the saying “as busy as a bee” to describe hard-working people in English culture. For a long time, people thought bees were just mindless insects. They worked all day for honey and couldn’t relax or feel anything. However, a new study from Queen Mary University of London has changed this traditional idea. Many scientists used to think play was a special activity only for animals with complex (复杂的) brains, such as dogs and monkeys. Few expected that tiny insects like bees could also have playful moments.    The researchers did lots of careful tests to learn about bees’ activities. They found that bees love playing with small wooden balls in their free time. The study also showed clear differences in bees’ playing habits. Younger bees were more active in rolling balls than older ones, and adult male bees (成年雄性) spent more time playing than female (雌性) bees. Just like young kids, young bees seem more lively and are willing to try new things for fun.     In one special test, 45 bees were given two choices. They could fly straight to get sweet food, or play with colorful wooden balls first and then get their treats. Surprisingly, most bees chose to enjoy a short period of play before eating, which showed their simple need to relax.     This research is very meaningful. It tells us that bees are not cold and mindless insects as we once thought. Instead, they have active minds and simple feelings. Insects are much smarter and more thoughtful than we used to think. Learning about bees’ special lives helps us better know the natural world around us. It also reminds us not to judge living things only by our old common sense. 46．What did people use to think of bees? A．They are smart and playful. B．They work hard but have no feelings. C．They love playing balls in free time. D．They have different living habits. 47．Which group of bees are the most active in playing ball games? A．Young male bees. B．Old male bees. C．Young female bees. D．Old female bees. 48．What can we learn from the test with 45 bees? A．Bees love sweet food best. B．All bees act in the same way. C．Bees always refuse colorful balls. D．Most bees need time to relax. 49．Which of the following is TRUE according to the text? A．Older bees rolled balls more actively. B．Bees are smarter than monkeys. C．Young bees like trying new things. D．Scientists thought all insects could fly. 50．What is the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the new study? A．Angry. B．Worried. C．Positive. D．Surprised. 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 $ 人教版英语8年级上册Unit4名校单元主题阅读理解（解析版） 学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________ 阅读理解 Marmots (土拨鼠) are amazing animals. They are 50 to 70 cm long and weigh 4 to 24 pounds. They have round bodies, small ears and thick fur. Marmots are one of the ancient animals. Some of them have been on the earth since the Ice Age. They live in Europe, North America and Asia. Marmots usually live in groups, but some live by themselves. When in danger, they make loud sounds to remind others and then run back to their holes quickly. Marmots are vigorous during the day. In the morning, they wake up early to jump and play on the grass, and some look for food. In the afternoon, they are still busy. They eat and run after each other. Their food is fresh grass and leaves and wild flowers. To get ready for the long cold winter, they eat lots of food in summer and store fat in their bodies. When winter comes, some marmots sleep for months to save energy (能量) and live through the cold winter. They hardly move or eat in this long rest and their bodies work very slowly. They can live up to 13 or 15 years in good living conditions (条件). Marmots play an important part in the ecosystem of our planet. They build homes for other wild animals and scatter (撒) seeds, keeping the natural world healthy! 1．Where do marmots live? A．In Europe and Asia. B．In Europe and North America. C．In Europe, North America and Asia. D．In South America, Asia and Europe. 2．How do marmots remind others when in danger? A．They run fast. B．They shake heads. C．They dance in circles. D．They make loud sounds. 3．What does the underlined word “vigorous” in paragraph 4 mean? A．Shy. B．Lazy. C．Lively. D．Sleepy. 4．Why are marmots important for the ecosystem of our planet? A．Because they can save energy. B．Because their food is grass and leaves. C．Because they have been on the earth since the Ice Age. D．Because they build homes for wild animals and scatter seeds. 5．What would be the best title for the text? A．Amazing Marmots. B．Amazing Animals. C．Marmots’ Sleeping Habits. D．Marmots’ Importance. 【答案】1．C 2．D 3．C 4．D 5．A 【导语】本文介绍了土拨鼠的外形特征、分布区域、生活习性、越冬方式以及在地球生态系统中的重要作用。 【详解】1．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“They live in Europe, North America and Asia.”可知，土拨鼠的栖息地区包含欧洲、北美洲和亚洲。 2．细节理解题。根据文章第3段“When in danger, they make loud sounds to remind others and then run back to their holes quickly.”可知，土拨鼠遇到危险时会通过发出大的声响来提醒同伴。 3．词句猜测题。根据文章第4段“In the morning, they wake up early to jump and play on the grass, and some look for food. In the afternoon, they are still busy. They eat and run after each other.”描述的土拨鼠白天的活跃状态，可推知vigorous意为“活泼的、有活力的”。 4．细节理解题。根据文章第6段“They build homes for other wild animals and scatter seeds, keeping the natural world healthy!”可知，土拨鼠对地球生态系统重要的原因是它们为其他野生动物建造家园、传播种子，维护自然生态健康。 5．最佳标题题。全文围绕土拨鼠展开，从多个维度介绍了土拨鼠的特点，开篇点明“Marmots are amazing animals.”，“Amazing Marmots”能够涵盖全文核心内容，最适合作文章标题。 ①Many people believe that only humans can use special calls to tell each other apart. But a new study on wild magpies shows something surprising. These clever black-and-white birds can recognise their family members with special sounds. The research was carried out by a team of animal scientists, and the amazing result has drawn wide attention around the world. ② Magpies live in small family groups. They spend lots of time looking for food together and take good care of their young. ▲ . When a magpie finds danger nearby, such as a snake or a cat, it will send out a sharp sound to warn all its family members at once. ③ To test their idea, scientists recorded many different calls from magpies living in different areas. Then they played these sounds to the magpies and carefully watched their responses. ④ The results showed that magpies could tell whether the sound came from their own family or strangers. However, the scientists also found that magpies did not react to every single call. They paid attention mainly to calls from their close relatives. ⑤ Scientists say this finding changes our old ideas about bird communication. It tells us that some birds have much more complex social skills than we once thought. More studies are still needed to fully understand how these smart birds communicate with one another in daily life. 6．What is the main new discovery of the study? A．Magpies never give warnings to others. B．Magpies often fight with other bird groups. C．Magpies can speak words just like humans. D．Magpies can tell their family members by special sounds. 7．What does the underlined word recognise in Paragraph 1 mean? A．know B．search C．imagine D．guide 8．What question does Paragraph 3 answer? A．How did the scientists carry out their test? B．Where do magpies build their nests? C．How many kinds of birds live in forests? D．Why do magpies fly south in winter? 9．What can we infer from the passage? A．Magpies react to all kinds of bird calls. B．Some birds have better communication abilities than we expected. C．Magpies have simple social lives. D．Magpies always stay alone. 10．What would be the best structure of the passage? A．①/②/③④/⑤ B．①/②③④⑤ C．①/②③/④⑤ D．①/②③④/⑤ 【答案】6．D 7．A 8．A 9．B 10．A 【导语】本文是一篇说明文。主要介绍了一项关于野生喜鹊的新研究，发现喜鹊能通过特殊声音识别家庭成员，文章阐述了研究背景、实验过程、结果及科学意义。 【详解】6．细节理解题。根据第一段“These clever black-and-white birds can recognise their family members with special sounds.”可知，这项研究的新发现是喜鹊能通过特殊声音识别家庭成员。 7．词句猜测题。根据第一段“recognise their family members with special sounds”可知，喜鹊能用特殊声音识别家人，此处recognise意为“识别、知道”。 8．主旨大意题。根据第三段“To test their idea, scientists recorded many different calls from magpies...Then they played these sounds...and carefully watched their responses.”可知，本段描述了科学家录音、播放声音并观察反应的过程，主要回答了科学家如何进行测试的问题。 9．推理判断题。根据第五段“It tells us that some birds have much more complex social skills than we once thought.”可推知，有些鸟类的交流能力比我们预期的更好。 10．篇章结构题。第一段引入研究发现“Many people believe...But a new study...”，第二段介绍喜鹊生活背景“Magpies live in small family groups.”，第三、四段描述实验过程与结果“To test their idea... The results showed...”，第五段总结研究意义“Scientists say this finding changes...”，文章结构为①/②/③④/⑤。 Many people think that only humans and a few clever animals like dolphins can solve problems. But scientists have found that crows may be just as clever as a seven-year-old child. Crows live all over the world. They are about half a metre long, with black feathers and strong beaks. What makes them special is not their size but their brains. In one test, scientists put some food at the bottom of a tall glass filled with water. The food was too far down for the birds to reach. The crows looked at it for a moment, and then dropped small stones into the water, one after another. Slowly the water rose, and the food came up. Dinner was ready! Crows can use tools, too. Some of them break off a small stick, bend one end of it, and use it to pull insects out of a hole. Others drop nuts onto the road so that cars can break them open. They even wait for the traffic light to turn red before they fly down to pick up the food. A crow never forgets a face, either. If a person once catches a crow, the bird may remember that face for years — and it will tell its family and friends about it. So the next time you see a crow, look again. The small black bird on the wall may be one of the cleverest animals on the planet. 11．What do scientists think about crows? A．They are as clever as a seven-year-old child. B．They are the largest birds in the world. C．They can only live near people. D．They are afraid of cars on the road. 12．How did the crows get the food out of the glass? A．They broke the glass with their strong beaks. B．They dropped stones into the water to make it rise. C．They waited for the scientists to help them. D．They shook the glass until the food came up. 13．What do some crows do with nuts? A．They hide them under the ground for winter. B．They give them to other birds as gifts. C．They put them on the road and let cars break them open. D．They use them to catch insects in the trees. 14．Why does the writer mention the traffic light? A．To show that crows can read traffic signs. B．To show that crows are clever enough to wait safely. C．To explain why the roads are dangerous to birds. D．To tell readers what colours crows can see. 15．What is the passage mainly about? A．How to catch a crow in a city. B．Why crows are afraid of people. C．How clever crows are. D．Where crows build their nests. 【答案】11．A 12．B 13．C 14．B 15．C 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，主要介绍了科学家发现乌鸦非常聪明，通过投石取水、使用工具及记忆人脸等实例，探讨了乌鸦的智商水平及行为特征。 【详解】11．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“But scientists have found that crows may be just as clever as a seven-year-old child.”可知，科学家认为乌鸦和一个七岁的孩子一样聪明。 12．细节理解题。根据文章第3段“The crows looked at it for a moment, and then dropped small stones into the water, one after another. Slowly the water rose, and the food came up.”可知，乌鸦通过扔石头让水位上升得到食物。 13．细节理解题。根据文章第4段“Others drop nuts onto the road so that cars can break them open.”可知，乌鸦把坚果放在路上让车碾开。 14．推理判断题。根据文章第4段“They even wait for the traffic light to turn red before they fly down to pick up the food.”可推知，乌鸦懂得等待以确保安全，体现了它们的聪明。 15．主旨大意题。根据文章第1段“crows may be just as clever as a seven-year-old child.”及第6段“The small black bird on the wall may be one of the cleverest animals on the planet.”可推知全文主要讲述乌鸦的聪明才智。 If you take a walk in a forest and look up, you’ll notice something amazing: the treetops don’t actually touch each other. Tiny gaps (缺口) appear between them, creating a special phenomenon (现象) called “crown shyness”. This interesting action shows us how trees communicate and live together in the ecosystem. Trees like redwoods and ginkgo trees use this method to stay healthy and lively. They’re always competing for sunlight and water—the most important things for their survival. By keeping a certain distance (距离) from their neighbors, they protect their young shoots and leaves from damage (损坏). This wise action also helps stop harmful insects and diseases from spreading (传播) to other trees, just like we protect ourselves from sickness. In fact, this behavior plays an important role in the whole forest ecosystem. Healthy trees are home to many creatures like ants and various birds. They store carbon and clean our air, making our environment better for all humans. We should understand how important it is to protect our forests, as they are closely connected with our environment. So next time when you see trees standing with space between them, remember they’re teaching us how to be good neighbors in nature. Whether you’re a tree or a human, sharing space wisely and protecting each other brings happiness to everyone in this world. 16．What is “crown shyness”? A．Trees fighting for sunlight and water. B．Gaps between treetops that do not touch. C．A kind of bird that lives on trees. D．A way to keep the air clean and fresh. 17．Which human action is similar to the “wise action” of the trees in paragraph 2? A．Studying hard to get good grades in school. B．Eating healthy food to become taller and stronger. C．Not standing too close to a friend who has a cold. D．Sharing toys with friends to make everyone happy. 18．According to paragraph 3, what will probably happen if healthy trees are damaged? A．We will live a much happier life. B．Many birds may lose their homes. C．The air we breathe will be cleaner. D．The planet will be better for all humans. 19．According to the writer, what is the key to being a “good neighbor”? A．Staying far away from each other all the time. B．Being the strongest and getting the best things. C．Sharing space smartly and looking after each other. D．Living together and sharing everything with each other. 20．What is the main purpose of this text? A．To describe what a forest looks like. B．To teach people how to keep trees healthy. C．To tell us a lesson we can learn from trees. D．To compare different kinds of trees and creatures. 【答案】16．B 17．C 18．B 19．C 20．C 【导语】本文主要介绍了“冠羞效应”，解释它对森林生态的作用，并告诉我们可以从树木懂得合理共享空间、互相保护的行为中学到相处之道。 【详解】16．细节理解题。第一段介绍：“the treetops don’t actually touch each other. Tiny gaps appear between them, creating a special phenomenon called ‘crown shyness’”，说明冠羞效应指树冠之间互不接触、留有缝隙的现象。 17．细节理解题。第二段说明树木这种明智行为的作用：“helps stop harmful insects and diseases from spreading to other trees, just like we protect ourselves from sickness”，和不靠近感冒的人、避免被传染的行为相似。 18．推理判断题。第三段提到：“Healthy trees are home to many creatures like ants and various birds”，由此推断如果健康树木遭到破坏，很多鸟类可能失去家园。 19．细节理解题。最后一段点明：“sharing space wisely and protecting each other brings happiness to everyone in this world”，这就是作者认为做好邻居的关键。 20．主旨大意题。文章从树木的冠羞现象入手，最后告诉我们可以从树身上学到相处的道理，所以写作目的是告诉我们可以从树木身上学到的启示。 Our planet has many amazing animals and plants. Here are four. The blue whale is bigger and heavier than any other animal on our planet. It can grow to about thirty metres long, and its weight can reach about 200 tons. Its heart is as large as a small car. You can find blue whales in every ocean, but not in the Arctic Ocean. The African elephant is the largest animal on land. Its ears are much bigger than our ears, and they help it to keep cool. An elephant eats about 150 kilograms of plants a day. The cheetah is the fastest animal on land. It can run at about 110 kilometres an hour, but only for a short time. After a run, it needs a long rest. Of all the animals on the planet, the blue whale is the heaviest, and the cheetah runs the fastest. Bamboo grows very fast—some kinds add about a metre in a single day. Chinese people planted bamboo in their gardens long ago. People use bamboo to build houses, and they also make tools, baskets and musical instruments from it. These living things are amazing but in danger. They all need clean air, clean water and safe places to live. Learning about them is the first step to protecting them. 21．How long can a blue whale grow? A．About thirty metres. B．About ten metres. C．About twenty metres. D．About two hundred metres. 22．Why does the text mention the African elephant’s ears? A．To show that elephants can hear very well. B．To show that big ears help it keep cool. C．To show that elephants are heavy animals. D．To show that elephants enjoy swimming. 23．Why can the cheetah run fast only for a short time? A．Because running fast uses a lot of energy. B．Because it is a lazy animal. C．Because it is afraid of other animals. D．Because it sleeps in the daytime. 24．What can people make from bamboo? A．Cars, planes and trains. B．Paper and glass only. C．Honey and milk. D．Houses, tools, baskets and musical instruments. 25．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A．Whales are better animals than elephants. B．These amazing living things need our protection. C．Bamboo is more useful than any animal. D．Only big animals are amazing. 【答案】21．A 22．B 23．A 24．D 25．B 【导语】本文介绍了蓝鲸、非洲象、猎豹和竹子四种神奇生物的特征及用途，并呼吁保护这些处于危险中的生物。 【详解】21．细节理解题。根据文章第二段“It can grow to about thirty metres long”可知，蓝鲸可以长到大约30米长。 22．细节理解题。根据文章第三段“Its ears are much bigger than our ears, and they help it to keep cool.”可知，提到大象耳朵是为了说明大耳朵帮助它保持凉爽。 23．推理判断题。根据文章第四段“It can run at about 110 kilometres an hour, but only for a short time. After a run, it needs a long rest.”可知，猎豹高速奔跑后需要长时间休息，推知快速奔跑消耗大量能量。 24．细节理解题。根据文章倒数第二段“People use bamboo to build houses, and they also make tools, baskets and musical instruments from it.”可知，人们可以用竹子建造房屋，制作工具、篮子和乐器。 25．细节理解题。根据文章最后一段“These living things are amazing but in danger. They all need clean air, clean water and safe places to live.”可知，这些神奇的生物处于危险中，需要我们的保护。 Come and see our lovely animals in our zoo! Scientists will give wonderful lessons about animals every Tuesday! Don’t miss them. Area A*Koalas live in the trees and like eating leaves. They can live up to about 14 years. You can learn about their habits and why they sleep for about 18 hours a day. Showtime: 1:30 p.m-3:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday *Kangaroos can jump about 15 miles per hour. They can live for at most 22 years. Showtime: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Area B*Crocodiles (鳄鱼) have the strongest teeth of all animals in the world. They can live for 45-100 years. The crocodiles here are 76 years old! Showtime: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday *Tortoises (陆龟) can live for more than 100 years! They can grow to about one metre tall. Showtime: 9:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday Area C*Tigers can weigh up to 300 kg! Watch our tigers swimming in the water. Showtime: 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday *Camels’ humps (驼峰) keep fat, not water! Showtime: 12:30 p.m.-1:20 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday Area D*Parrots can be good pets. Some parrots are able to copy what people say. Showtime: 9:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday Ticket PricesAdult: $55          Child: $45       Family (2 adults+2 children): $172 26．Where can visitors see kangaroos? A．In Area A B．In Area B C．In Area C D．In Area D 27．Which of the following animals are NOT open for visitors on weekends? A．Koalas. B．Crocodiles. C．Tigers. D．Kangaroos. 28．On Sunday, which is the best order for visitors to see as many animals as possible? A．①→②→③→④ B．②→①→④→③ C．③→④→①→② D．④→②→③→① 29．If Millie, a 7-year-old girl, and her parents visit the zoo, how much should they pay? A．$ 100. B．$110. C．$ 155. D．$172. 30．Where does the passage probably come from? A．A storybook. B．A history magazine. C．A science report. D．A travel guide. 【答案】26．A 27．B 28．C 29．C 30．D 【导语】本文是一则动物园的宣传材料，介绍了动物园不同区域的动物种类、展出时间、门票价格，还提及每周二有科学家开展动物知识课程，旨在吸引游客前来参观游览。 【详解】26．细节理解题。Area A部分“*Kangaroos can jump about 15 miles per hour. They can live for at most 22 years.”明确提到袋鼠在A区域展出，游客可以在Area A看到袋鼠。 27．细节理解题。Area B部分“*Crocodiles (鳄鱼) have the…Showtime: 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. from Monday to Friday”明确提到鳄鱼的展出时间为周一至周五，周末不对游客开放。 28．细节理解题。首先明确图片里的四种动物：①考拉、②袋鼠、③老虎、④骆驼。根据文中各动物周日的展出时间：老虎的“Showtime: 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday”，骆驼的“Showtime: 12:30 p.m.-1:20 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday”，考拉的“Showtime: 1:30 p.m-3:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday”，袋鼠的“Showtime: 3:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, Saturday and Sunday”，按时间先后排序为③老虎→④骆驼→①考拉→②袋鼠，按该顺序参观能看到最多动物。 29．细节理解题。Ticket Prices部分标明“Adult：$55  Child: $45”可知，7岁的Millie需购买儿童票，她的父母需购买成人票，总费用为55×2 +45=155美元。 30．推理判断题。根据文章开头“Come and see our lovely animals in our zoo! Scientists will give wonderful lessons about animals every Tuesday! Don’t miss them.”以及全文对动物园动物、展出安排、票价的介绍，可知这是动物园的游览宣传内容，最可能出自旅游指南。 Trees are one of the oldest plants of our Earth. They keep our air clean, make less pollution, make water cleaner and provide food and building materials. Just like us, trees change a lot as they grow. At one to three years old, young trees learn how to protect themselves. For example, many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near. At the age of four, trees begin to grow very quickly and become strong enough to face many difficulties later in life. At the age of 15, trees become young adults (成年植株). They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruit. When the tree is 20 to 25 years old, it becomes a real adult. The tree reaches its largest size. It gives us shade and provides a great place for a tree house, or a place for us to read a book, listen to music and so on. If we all learn how to protect the adult tree, it will live healthily for many years. Little by little, trees begin to grow older and older and even die. At this time, older trees are still very important in nature. When a tree becomes hollow or part of it dies, it can be a home to small animals. In many ways, the life of a tree is similar to our own life. When looking at the life of a tree, we should enjoy every minute of its life and take care of the tree! 31．From the article, we know trees learn to protect themselves at ________. A．1-3 years old B．4 years old C．15 years old D．20-25 years old 32．What does the underlined word “hollow” in Paragraph 5 mean? A．wet B．empty C．big D．small 33．About the growth of the tree, which of the following is the right order? a. Grow very quickly. b. Become a real adult. c. Learn how to protect itself. d. Grow older and die. e. Produce flowers and fruit. A．b-a-c-d-e B．c-e-a-b-d C．c-a-e-b-d D．a-c-e-b-d 34．What can we infer from this article? A．We can find flowers and fruit on 4-year-old trees. B．Older trees can be great places for people to live. C．An adult tree can live long and well if we all learn how to protect it. D．The life of the tree is the same as the life of people. 35．Which of the following is the best title? A．How to Plant a Young Tree B．Animals Living in Old Trees C．The Best Building Materials D．A Tree’s Life Journey 【答案】31．A 32．B 33．C 34．C 35．D 【导语】本文介绍树木不同生长阶段的特点，讲述一棵树从幼年学习自保到长大、成熟再到衰老死亡的生命过程，并点明树木生命和人类生命有相似之处，呼吁人们爱护树木。 【详解】31．细节理解题。第二段指出：“At one to three years old, young trees learn how to protect themselves.”，明确说明树木在1-3岁时学会自我保护，对应选项1-3 years old。 32．词义猜测题。第五段指出：“When a tree becomes hollow or part of it dies, it can be a home to small animals.”，空心的树木能成为小动物的家，说明内部是空的，对应选项empty。 33．细节理解题。第二至五段依次对应：1-3岁树木学会自我保护→4岁快速生长→15岁开花结果→20-25岁成为成年大树→逐渐变老死亡，顺序为c-a-e-b-d，对应第三个选项。 34．推理判断题。第四段指出：“If we all learn how to protect the adult tree, it will live healthily for many years.”，直接说明保护成年树能让它健康长寿，对应选项“An adult tree can live long and well if we all learn how to protect it.”。 35．最佳标题题。全文按时间顺序完整讲述树木从幼年到成年再到衰老死亡的完整生长历程，对应选项A Tree’s Life Journey。 A film called Niu Lai is very popular this year. Niu Lai, a newborn calf (小牛), is the main character of the film. Cattle (牛) are common animals in our lives. They are one of the largest farm animals. In traditional Chinese culture, cattle are not just farm animals, they show the spirit of being industrious. This is because they spend most of their time on farm work and no other farm animals work so hard for people year after year. In the movie, cattle walk on two legs like humans. But in real life, they can’t. Why? One main reason is their heavy weight. According to the University of California, most cattle weigh between 450 and 650 kilograms, and some can weigh over 800 kilograms. So walking on four legs helps hold up their heavy bodies better. How cattle carry their weight is important. Like horses and sheep, cattle put more weight on their front legs — that’s where the heaviest part of their body is. To stand on two legs, cattle need to move their weight back, and this is difficult for them. ▲ Many bears are also big and walk on four legs. But they often stand up to see better or to reach things. Why? The secret is in the “feet”. According to China Science Communication, bears walk with their whole feet touching the ground, just like us. This lets bears stand up well even on two feet. But cattle only walk on the tips (尖端) of their “feet”. This, along with the heavy weight, makes it hard to stand for a long time. Humans walked on all fours at first. Slowly, nature helped humans learn to walk on two legs. This great change helped early humans live better. It’s easier to pick fruits and it freed up hands to carry food or babies. Different animals get different body skills from nature. The film creates an interesting world where Niu Lai walks on two legs. However, real-life animals follow nature’s rules. 36．Which of the following can best explain the word “industrious”? A．hard-working B．strong C．powerful D．busy 37．Why can bears stand up on two legs more easily than cattle? A．They are smarter than cattle. B．They have stronger front legs. C．They walk with their whole feet. D．They put more weight on their back legs. 38．Which can be put in “ ▲ ” in paragraph 4? A．Cattle want to walk on two legs. B．Weight is not the only reason. C．Bears can hardly stand on two feet. D．Weight causes lots of problems. 39．Which picture shows the same way of moving as cattle? A． B． C． D． 40．Which question can be answered from the text? A．Why do cattle have front legs? B．How much does a newborn calf weigh? C．Do bears walk faster than cattle? D．How does walking on two legs help people? 【答案】36．A 37．C 38．B 39．C 40．D 【导语】本文以热门电影《牛来》引入，先介绍了牛在中国传统文化中象征勤劳的内涵，接着重点讲解现实中牛无法像人一样双腿行走的原因，通过与熊的对比补充了脚部结构的影响，最后说明不同动物的身体技能是自然选择的结果，遵循自然规律。 【详解】36．词句猜测题。根据第一段中“This is because they spend most of their time on farm work and no other farm animals work so hard for people year after year.”可知，牛的特质是常年辛勤劳作，由此可推知，“industrious”的含义是“勤奋的”，与hard-working意思一致。 37．细节理解题。根据第四段中“According to China Science Communication, bears walk with their whole feet touching the ground, just like us. This lets bears stand up well even on two feet.”可知，熊行走时整个脚都接触地面，这一结构让它们更容易用双腿站立。 38．推理判断题。第三段仅从体重角度解释牛难以双腿站立的原因，第四段转而对比熊的身体结构说明还有其他影响因素，因此划线处填入“Weight is not the only reason.”起到承上启下的过渡作用，符合上下文逻辑。 39．细节理解题。根据第四段中“But cattle only walk on the tips (尖端) of their ‘feet’.”可知，牛依靠脚的尖端行走，图3的芭蕾舞者用足尖（脚的尖端）站立移动，与牛的脚部着地行走方式一致。 40．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Humans walked on all fours at first. Slowly, nature helped humans learn to walk on two legs. This great change helped early humans live better. It’s easier to pick fruits and it freed up hands to carry food or babies.”可知，文中明确说明了双腿行走对人类的帮助，能够回答对应的问题“How does walking on two legs help people?”。 ①Trees are one of the oldest plants on Earth. They keep the air clean, reduce noise pollution, make water cleaner, and provide food and building materials. ②Just like us, trees change a lot as they grow. At 1 to 3 years old, young trees learn how to defend themselves. For example, many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near. ③At the age of 4, trees begin to grow very quickly and become strong enough to face many difficulties later in life. At the age of 15, trees become young adults. They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruits. ④When a tree is 20 to 25 years old, it becomes a real adult. The tree reaches its largest size. The adult tree can give us shade (树荫), oxygen and natural beauty. It is a great place for us to have a rest or play games. With good care, the adult tree will go on to live healthily for many years. ⑤Little by little, trees begin to grow older and older and even die. At this time, they still have their important place in nature. When a tree becomes hollow (空的) or part of it becomes dead, it becomes a home to small animals and a source (来源) of food for many other animals. ⑥Trees are very important in our lives. They help us and nature at every stage of their lives, even after they die. We should value and protect trees. 41．What does the underlined word “defend” in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A．Feed. B．Hide. C．Clean. D．Protect. 42．Trees begin to produce fruits at the age of ________. A．one B．four C．fifteen D．twenty 43．Which is the right order of the life of a tree? ①It grows thorns.  ②It grows more slowly.   ③It grows older and dies. ④It becomes a real adult.  ⑤It produces flowers and fruit. A．①②④⑤③ B．①②⑤④③ C．②④①⑤③ D．②⑤①④③ 44．What can we learn from the passage? A．A hollow tree can’t provide food for animals. B．A tree begins to grow quickly when it is an adult. C．Old trees can make great places for people to rest. D．An adult tree can live long and well with good care. 45．Which is the right structure of the passage? (①=Paragraph 1.) A． B． C． D． 【答案】41．D 42．C 43．B 44．D 45．B 【导语】本文是一篇说明文，介绍了树木不同生长阶段的特点与作用，说明树木在生命的每个阶段甚至死亡后都对人类和自然有重要意义，呼吁人们重视并保护树木。 【详解】41．词句猜测题。第2段“For example, many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near.”明确说明幼树长出刺来阻挡动物靠近，是为了保护自己，由此可猜测defend意为“保护”。 42．细节理解题。第3段“At the age of 15, trees become young adults. They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruits.”明确说明树木在15岁时开始产出果实。 43．细节理解题。第2段“many trees grow thorns (刺) to stop animals from going near”，第3段“At the age of 15, trees become young adults. They grow more slowly and begin to produce flowers and fruits”，第4段“When a tree is 20 to 25 years old, it becomes a real adult”，第5段“Little by little, trees begin to grow older and older and even die”说明树木生长的正确顺序是长刺、生长变慢、开花结果、成为真正的成年树、衰老死亡，即①②⑤④③。 44．细节理解题。第4段“With good care, the adult tree will go on to live healthily for many years.”明确说明在悉心照料下，成年树可以健康存活很多年。 45．篇章结构题。文章第1段总述树木的价值，引出话题；第2-5段按生长顺序介绍树木不同生命阶段的特点；第6段总结全文，呼吁人们保护树木，属于“总——分——总”结构，对应选项B的图示。 People often use the saying “as busy as a bee” to describe hard-working people in English culture. For a long time, people thought bees were just mindless insects. They worked all day for honey and couldn’t relax or feel anything. However, a new study from Queen Mary University of London has changed this traditional idea. Many scientists used to think play was a special activity only for animals with complex (复杂的) brains, such as dogs and monkeys. Few expected that tiny insects like bees could also have playful moments.    The researchers did lots of careful tests to learn about bees’ activities. They found that bees love playing with small wooden balls in their free time. The study also showed clear differences in bees’ playing habits. Younger bees were more active in rolling balls than older ones, and adult male bees (成年雄性) spent more time playing than female (雌性) bees. Just like young kids, young bees seem more lively and are willing to try new things for fun.     In one special test, 45 bees were given two choices. They could fly straight to get sweet food, or play with colorful wooden balls first and then get their treats. Surprisingly, most bees chose to enjoy a short period of play before eating, which showed their simple need to relax.     This research is very meaningful. It tells us that bees are not cold and mindless insects as we once thought. Instead, they have active minds and simple feelings. Insects are much smarter and more thoughtful than we used to think. Learning about bees’ special lives helps us better know the natural world around us. It also reminds us not to judge living things only by our old common sense. 46．What did people use to think of bees? A．They are smart and playful. B．They work hard but have no feelings. C．They love playing balls in free time. D．They have different living habits. 47．Which group of bees are the most active in playing ball games? A．Young male bees. B．Old male bees. C．Young female bees. D．Old female bees. 48．What can we learn from the test with 45 bees? A．Bees love sweet food best. B．All bees act in the same way. C．Bees always refuse colorful balls. D．Most bees need time to relax. 49．Which of the following is TRUE according to the text? A．Older bees rolled balls more actively. B．Bees are smarter than monkeys. C．Young bees like trying new things. D．Scientists thought all insects could fly. 50．What is the writer’s attitude (态度) towards the new study? A．Angry. B．Worried. C．Positive. D．Surprised. 【答案】46．B 47．A 48．D 49．C 50．C 【导语】本文是一篇科普说明文。文章主要介绍了伦敦玛丽女王大学的一项新研究，该研究颠覆了人们传统认为蜜蜂只是忙碌且无感情的昆虫的观点，发现蜜蜂也会玩耍，拥有更复杂的大脑和情感。 【详解】46．细节理解题。第一段提到“For a long time, people thought bees were just mindless insects. They worked all day for honey and couldn’t relax or feel anything.”，表明过去人们认为蜜蜂工作忙碌但没有感情。 47．细节理解题。第二段指出“The study also showed clear differences in bees’ playing habits. Younger bees were more active in rolling balls than older ones, and adult male bees (成年雄性) spent more time playing than female (雌性) bees.”，表明年轻蜜蜂比年长蜜蜂活跃，雄性比雌性玩耍时间长，因此年轻雄性蜜蜂最活跃。 48．细节理解题。第三段提到“Surprisingly, most bees chose to enjoy a short period of play before eating, which showed their simple need to relax.”，可推知大多数蜜蜂选择先玩耍，表明它们需要放松的时间。 49．细节理解题。第二段指出“Just like young kids, young bees seem more lively and are willing to try new things for fun.”，可推知年轻蜜蜂更活泼，愿意为了乐趣尝试新事物。 50．观点态度题。第四段提到“This research is very meaningful... Learning about bees’ special lives helps us better know the natural world around us.”，可推知作者认为这项研究非常有意义，能帮助人们更好地了解自然世界，持积极肯定态度。 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 $