外研版(2024)英语八年级上册Unit 6 When disaster strikes单元培优提升卷
试卷更新日期:2025-09-01 类型:单元试卷
一、词汇考查,从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最恰当的一项。(10分)
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1. The ____ of the earthquake was felt hundreds of miles away.A、eruption B、impact C、warning D、shadow2. She showed great ____ by facing the challenge after the disaster.A、courage B、fashion C、safety D、drawback3. The ____ system alerted people before the tsunami hit.A、historical B、volcanic C、warning D、musical4. Drones are used to ____ survivors in hard-to-reach areas.A、hide B、find C、avoid D、refuse5. The ____ of the flood left many people homeless.A、effect B、cause C、ash D、torch6. He ____ the pain and completed the race.A、faced B、refused C、warned D、shut7. The ____ girl shared her story to encourage others.A、slim B、scared C、historical D、courageous8. The volcano ____ lava and smoke for days.A、erupted B、predicted C、increased D、operated9. ____ the support of her family, she recovered quickly.A、Without B、With C、For D、From10. The ____ of the disaster is still remembered today.A、victim B、heroine C、impact D、alarm
二、语法考查,从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳答案。(10 分)
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11. They ____ dinner when the earthquake ____.A、were having; struck B、had; was striking C、have; strikes D、will have; strikes12. While the hurricane ____, people were taking shelter.A、blows B、blew C、was blowing D、is blowing13. The warning system ____ people before the tsunami arrived.A、alerts B、alerted C、will alert D、is alerting14. She ____ a torch in the parade after overcoming her fear.A、carries B、carried C、will carry D、has carried15. ____ the dark cloud, they knew a storm was coming.A、Seeing B、Saw C、To see D、See16. The ash ____ the city, making it hard to breathe.A、covers B、covered C、will cover D、is covering17. They ____ for safety when the alarm ____.A、ran; went off B、run; goes off C、were running; was going off D、will run; will go off18. ____ the disaster, many buildings had been damaged.A、By the time B、Before C、After D、Until19. The volunteers ____ supplies while the survivors ____ for help.A、provided; waited B、were providing; waited C、were providing; were waiting D、provide; wait20. She ____ to inspire others since the disaster.A、has tried B、tried C、will try D、tries
三、词汇填空,用括号内单词的正确形式填空。(共 10 分)
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21. The (history) lesson taught us about Pompeii.22. The (erupt) caused a massive cloud of ash.23. She felt (comfort) with her artificial leg at first.24. The (warn) system saved many lives.25. They (support) the survivors with food and shelter.26. His (courage) act inspired others to help.27. The (flood) waters destroyed the town.28. The (music) performance lifted everyone's spirits.29. The (operate) of the drone is simple.30. She (complete) her journey of recovery after ten years.
四、语法填空,阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。(每空两分,共 20 分)
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31. 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
In 2021, a typhoon (hit) a coastal city. Niu Yu, now a (fame) model, (volunteer) to help survivors. She (share) her story of (overcome) difficulties. While others (cry) about their losses, she (encourage) them to face the future. "Be the (hero) of your life," she said. Her words (give) hope to many. With (she) help, people began to rebuild their homes.
五、阅读理解(每题 2 分,共 20 分)
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32. 阅读理解,历史故事
Pliny the Younger's firsthand account of the Mount Vesuvius eruption in 79 AD offers a harrowing glimpse into ancient disaster. As the earth began to shudder violently, he and his mother fled their home in a town near Pompeii. The ground writhed like a living beast, and they watched in horror as the sea inexplicably receded, leaving marine life stranded on the exposed seabed—a portent of the impending catastrophe.
A towering column of ash and smoke erupted from the volcano, forming a dark cloud that swallowed the sky. The world plunged into an unnatural night, so dense that Pliny and his mother had to light torches to navigate. Through the choking darkness, they heard desperate screams echoing as families searched for one another, their voices muffled by the thick ash raining down. The air reeked of sulfur, and every breath carried the threat of suffocation.
Despite the chaos, Pliny refused to abandon his mother, clinging to her as they stumbled through the debris. His resolve to stay together amid the panic highlighted a rare courage amid the terror. When dawn finally broke, the landscape lay buried under layers of pumice, a stark reminder of nature's destructive power. Yet, amid the ruins, the story underscores the indomitable human spirit—how even in the face of annihilation, acts of loyalty and resilience shine through.
(1)、What did Pliny witness during the eruption?A、The sea surging toward the coast B、The sea retreating from the shore C、A vibrant, glowing sky D、Unusual calm in the ocean(2)、Why did they need torches?A、The ash cloud blocked all light B、They needed warmth C、Rain extinguished natural light D、Strong winds blew out candles(3)、How did Pliny show courage?A、By leading a rescue team B、By staying with his mother C、By shouting instructions to others D、By escaping alone(4)、What is the central theme of the story?A、The unpredictability of volcanoes B、The importance of early warnings C、Human courage during disasters D、The science behind volcanic eruptions(5)、What's the best title?A、The Destruction of Pompeii B、Pliny's Escape: A Tale of Bravery C、Ancient Volcanic Wonders D、Life in Roman Times33. 阅读理解,科技文Modern disaster warning systems have revolutionized how societies prepare for cataclysms, leveraging cutting-edge technology to save lives. AI algorithms now analyze vast datasets from satellites and weather stations, predicting storms with up to 95% accuracy—far surpassing traditional methods. In Japan, a multi-layered warning system combines app notifications, blaring alarms, and TV broadcasts to deliver tsunami alerts within seconds of detection, giving residents precious minutes to reach higher ground.
Drones have emerged as game-changers in disaster response. Equipped with thermal imaging and GPS, these unmanned vehicles can survey earthquake-ravaged areas in real time, identifying survivors trapped under rubble and mapping damage for rescue teams. In remote regions of Indonesia, drones have even delivered emergency supplies when roads and bridges are rendered impassable, cutting response times from hours to minutes.
Yet, challenges persist. Rural communities without reliable internet or electricity often fall through the warning net, highlighting the need for inclusive solutions. Scientists are now developing solar-powered alarm systems and SMS-based alerts to reach the most vulnerable. "No one should be left unwarned because of their location," emphasizes disaster researcher Dr. Mei Lin.
The 2024 Typhoon Hana serves as a testament to these technologies' efficacy. Thanks to early AI predictions and drone-led evacuations, casualties were reduced by 82% compared to similar storms a decade ago. As climate-driven disasters grow more frequent, the global push to democratize warning systems remains urgent—ensuring that technology becomes a lifeline for all, not just the privileged.
(1)、What technology enables high-precision predictions?A、Traditional weathervanes B、AI and satellite data C、Amateur radio networks D、Manual observation(2)、How do Japanese tsunami warnings reach people?A、Through carrier pigeons B、Via apps, alarms, and TV C、By community loudspeakers only D、Through emergency mail(3)、What is a key challenge for warning systems?A、Over-reliance on AI B、Lack of interest in cities C、Difficulty reaching remote areas D、Excessive accuracy(4)、Why are warning systems crucial?A、To create job opportunities B、To sell more technology C、To reduce panic during disasters D、To save lives and minimize casualties(5)、What is the future focus for scientists?A、To develop more expensive drones B、To abandon AI in favor of drones C、To ensure warnings reach all communities D、To limit warnings to urban areas六、完型填空,从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳答案。(共 10 分)
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34. 完形填空,从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳答案。
After the earthquake, the city was in ruins. People1 for their families, and buildings 2 Rescue workers arrived 3 , bringing food and medicine. A young woman,4 lost her leg in the quake, started a5 to empower survivors. She 6 stories of courage on social media, sharing how she learned to walk again with a prosthetic limb.7 her efforts, many began to rebuild their lives with newfound hope. "Disasters can break 8 , but they can't break our spirit," she said at a community gathering. Her 9 speeches and online campaigns inspired everyone, proving that 10 in unity is the key to recovery.
(1)A、 searched B、 search C、 searches D、 searching(2)A、 damage B、 damaged C、 were damaged D、 are damaged(3)A、 slowly B、 quickly C、 quietly D、 hardly(4)A、 which B、 who C、 where D、 when(5)A、 project B、 disaster C、 warning D、 volcano(6)A、 share B、 shares C、 shared D、 sharing(7)A、 Without B、 With C、 For D、 Against(8)A、 houses B、 dreams C、 records D、 rules(9)A、 helpless B、 boring C、 inspiring D、 negative(10)A、 weakness B、 division C、 conflict D、 strength七、书面表达(20 分)
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35. 题目:Should technology replace human judgment in disaster response? Write a debate argument.(120 词左右)
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