1、第9课时八年级(上)Units 78一、阅读理解A“I will think of it.” It is easy to say this, but do you know what great things have come from thinking?Sir Isaac Newton was sitting in his garden when he saw an apple fall from a tree. He began to think and tried to find out why the apple fell. Then he discovered how the su
2、n, moon, and stars are kept in their places. A boy named James Watt sat quietly by the fire, watching the lid of the kettle move up and down. He wanted to find out why the steam in the kettle moved the lid. From that time he went on thinking and thinking. And when he became a man, he improved the st
3、eam engine(蒸汽机)so much that it could easily do the work of many horses. James Ferguson was a poor boy. Once, seeing the inside of a watch, he wondered. “Why should I not make a watch?” But how could he get the materials to make the mainspring(钟表的主发条)?He soon found he could make it with whalebone(鲸骨)
4、. He then made a wooden clock which kept good time. His motto(座右铭)was “I will think of it.” And he made his thoughts useful to himself and the world. Boys and girls, when you have a difficult lesson to learn, dont lose heart, and dont ask someone for help before helping yourselves. Think, and by thi
5、nking you will learn how to think to some purpose.1.From the passage, we know that some great things come from. A.listening B.readingC.speakingD.thinking2.The idea of Isaac Newtons discovery was from.A.the falling of an appleB.the cleaning of a gardenC.the falling of a treeD.the moving of a lid3.The
6、 achievement of James Watt was that he.A.kept thinkingB.found the steam in the kettleC.improved the steam engine muchD.watched the lid move up and down 4.The right order of the following sentences is.James Ferguson made a wooden clock. James Ferguson saw the inside of a watch. James Ferguson made th
7、e mainspring with whalebone.A.B.C.D.5.What is the main idea of the passage?A.Learn to ask for help.B.A difficult lesson to learn.C.It is easy to say “I will think of it.”D.Think, and by thinking you will learn how to think to some purpose.BThe cold wind blew strongly outside. Amaya was warm in her h
8、ouse, thinking about an article shed read at school. The article was about kids who helped out their communities, and she thought it would be really cool to help her own town, Harvard.The only problem was that she wasnt sure how to help. In the article, the kids had grown food for people who needed
9、food, but it was winter. She couldnt start a garden. Amaya was deep in thought when her mom said it was time to go shopping.As they drove along the road, Amaya saw a family walking on the sidewalk(人行道), wearing only light jackets. How cold they must be! That gave her an idea! She could collect winte
10、r coats, hats and gloves for people who needed them.She shared her idea with her mom, who thought it was great. But how would they spread the idea to get plenty of winter clothing? Amaya decided to talk to her teacher, because then she could share her idea with her classmates at least.Ms. Monroe agr
11、eed when Amaya talked about her idea. They decided to call the project Hats in Harvard. Then they wrote a letter explaining the project. Ms. Monroe even said she could help Amaya talk to the headmaster about it so they could get the whole school to join in it. They met with the headmaster during lun
12、ch time. He was excited about the idea, and said he would make sure copies(复印件) of the letter went home with all the students.They collected enough winter clothing in only one week. Then they left the clothes around two parks, so families who needed clothes could get them there. Three days later, Am
13、aya and her mom went shopping again. She saw the same family that had given her the idea for Hats in Harvard. This time, though, the family looked nice and warm in some new coats, hats and gloves. Amaya felt warm in her heart, and was very glad she could help others.6.Amaya wanted to after she had r
14、ead an article at school. A.grow foodB.collect winter clothingC.help her own townD.go shopping with her mom7.Whom did Amaya share her idea with first?A.Her teacher.B.Her mother.C.Her classmates.D.Her headmaster.8.The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 5 refers to(指的是).A.the letterB.the projectC.the w
15、inter clothingD.Ms. Monroes idea9.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.It took three days to collect enough clothes.B.Ms. Monroe only helped Amaya write a letter.C.Families who needed clothes got clothes from Amaya.D.The headmaster helped spread the project Hats in Harvard.10.Af
16、ter reading the passage, we can know that.A.Amaya herself could complete the project wellB.Hats in Harvard was supported by many people in HarvardC.the family that gave Amaya the idea for Hats in Harvard knew AmayaD.Amaya helped the families who needed winter clothing because she knew them二、任务型阅读In
17、many countries,people celebrate Screen-Free Week.It is in the first week of May every year.1Supporters of Screen-Free Week say turning off tech devices(技术设备)is good for kids.According to a study,kids sleep better and get better grades when their parents limit their screen time.2They point out that m
18、any kids who took part in the event in the past now spend less time using tech devices.3Some people argue that screen time is OK as long as kids dont overdo(滥用)it.Also,others say turning off tech devices completely for a week wont teach kids how to balance screen time with other activities.Heres wha
19、t two students think:YES!Kids spend too much time in front of screens.According to a study,kids spend about seven hours a day in front of TVs,computers and other tech devices.4They can play sports or hang out with friends and family.Davis,14, New YorkNO!Not all screen time is bad for kids.5Besides,i
20、ts important for kids to use tech devices,because many jobs depend on knowing how to use technology.Instead of working on cutting kids screen time,parents should help kids learn to use tech devices wisely.Moes,12,Nebraska根据材料内容,从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项,使短文意思通顺、内容完整。A.However,not everyone supports the
21、 idea.B.People are encouraged to turn off screens during the week.C.There are many educational television shows,apps and websites which help kids learn.D.Also,some people think Screen-Free Week can help kids develop a good habit.E.Instead of sitting around playing video games,kids should be more act
22、ive.1.2.3.4.5.三、完形填空My friends and I joined a two-day survival(生存)training course in the mountains. The first day was really 1there was so much to do! Arriving at the campsite, we were divided into groups and given a tent, some food, a 2 and a compass(指南针). Standing next to a small river, Fanny 3 ca
23、mping in the grassy area nearby. However, our instructor, Mr. Lee, pointed out that it might flood(淹没)if it rained. In the end, we found a 4 area. Putting up the tent was very hard. 5 Mr. Lee helped us a lot.By the time we had put up the tent,6 was really hungry. “We wouldnt have got this hungry if
24、we had brought some snacks,”Peter said. We all told him to 7 complaining(抱怨)and help us start a fire to cook our food 8. Realizing we were having trouble making the fire, he finally 9.The next day started early. Woken by a strange noise, Peter went to see what was 10. “Some cows have eaten our break
25、fast!”he shouted. “Thats all because you didnt 11 the food properly last night,” said Mr. Lee.Worried that Mr. Lee was angry with us, we tried very hard on our next 12using the map and compass to find a secret location. We made it to the location 13 the other groups did. We all felt very proud of 14
26、.The survival training course was a great 15. Now I feel I could survive anywhere!1.A.disappointingB.difficultC.differentD.boring2.A.mapB.bookC.lightD.knife3.A.suggestedB.finishedC.imaginedD.enjoyed4.A.nearerB.lowerC.biggerD.higher5.A.SurprisinglyB.SuddenlyC.LuckilyD.Usually6.A.everyoneB.anyoneC.som
27、eoneD.no one7.A.startB.mindC.stopD.continue8.A.yetB.tooC.againD.instead9.A.helped outB.gave outC.worked outD.started out10.A.developingB.happeningC.beginningD.following11.A.throw offB.put awayC.eat upD.sell out12.A.planB.lessonC.taskD.problem13.A.tillB.afterC.whenD.before14.A.himB.themC.youD.ourselv
28、es15.A.exampleB.experienceC.activityD.competition四、语篇填空阅读短文,从方框中选择适当的词并用其正确形式填空,使短文通顺、意思完整。每空限填一词,每词限用一次。crossvoicethreethoughpleasefootbeginbothsuccessfulmanyI was being tested for a driving license for the1time. I had been asked to drive in heavy traffic and I had done so2. After having been instr
29、ucted to drive out of town, I started to acquire(获得)confidence. After I was sure that I had passed, I almost3 to enjoy my test. The examiner must have been4with my performance, for he smiled and said, “Just one5thing, Mr Eames. Let us suppose that a child suddenly6the road in front of you. As soon a
30、s I tap(轻敲)on the window,you must stop within five7.” I continued driving and after a while, the examiner tapped on the window loudly.8the sound could be heard clearly, it took me a long time to react(反应). I suddenly pressed the brake pedal(刹车踏板)hard and we were9thrown forward. The examiner looked a
31、t me sadly;“Mr Eames,”he said in a sad10.“You have just killed that child!”1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10.五、补全对话(2019郑州外国语中学三模)根据下面的对话情景,在每个空白处填上一个适当的句子,使对话的意思连贯、完整。A:Hi, David! I want to see the movie Avengers:Endgame this weekend. Would you like to go with me?B:Id love to. I heard it is wonderful.1.A:Study
32、comes first. Perhaps I should also finish my homework first and then go to the cinema.B:2.?A:Oh, they have gone to Beijing on business. I just stay with my grandparents at home.B:No wonder you can decide what to do by yourself. How long will they stay in Beijing?A:About a week.3.B:Can you show me th
33、e postcards when they come back?A:Sure. You can choose one as a bookmark. Have you finished the book report on The Old Man and the Sea?B:Not yet.4.?A:I will finish it this evening.B:Will you stay up late tonight?A:5. Otherwise, I cant finish it.B:Dont often do like this. Its not good for your health
34、.A:Thank you!六、书面表达(2019河南中原名校中考第一次大联考)亲爱的同学,你一定有自己做某件或某些事很成功的时候,比如学习某个学科、交友、与人相处或者缓解自己的压力等。请以“My successful way(s) to ”为题,写一篇英语短文与大家分享吧。注意:把标题补充完整;文中不能出现真实姓名或学校名称;词数100左右。答案精解精析一、A1.D2.A3.C4.B5.DB6.C7.B8.B9.D10.B二、1.B2.D3.A4.E5.C三、1.B2.A3.A4.D5.C6.A7.C8.D9.A10.B11.B12.C13.D14.D15.B四、1.third2.succes
35、sfully3.began4.pleased5.more6.crosses7.feet8.Though9.both10.voice五、1.But I have to do my homework/But I have to study for the coming exam2.Will your parents allow you to go to the movies on the weekend3.And they will send me some postcards4.When can you finish it5.Im afraid so(只要符合日常交际用语即可)六、写作要点1.本
36、文属于半开放性作文:补全题目,属于给出建议类作文;2.写作内容:朋友的重要性;自己成功交朋友的方法;交朋友的意义。3.主体时态为一般现在时。参考范文One possible version:My successful ways to make friendsFriends are an important part of my life. With them, I feel happier and my life is more meaningful. Now I have some successful ways of making friends to share with you.Fir
37、st of all, I always smile at people. Smiling makes me look friendly. As a result, people are more likely to make friends with me. Besides, I always keep my word. If I make a promise to someone, I will never break it. So my friends trust me and our friendship can grow stronger. Whats more, Im helpful. Helping others makes me popular. I get their respect as well as their friendship.All in all, my ways of making friends are successful. Now I have friends to share my troubles and joys with, so I never feel lonely.
