外研版八年级下册英语Unit 6 Living with nature 拔尖检测卷
试卷更新日期:2026-01-31 类型:单元试卷
一、单项填空 (共 10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
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1. The phrase "beat a call" is very popular ____ young students now.A、between B、from C、among D、to2. We were excited about the ____ of our new member. We would have
a welcome party for him.
A、arrival B、beginning C、death D、difference3. —Our government has taken measures to solve the problem of power ____.—Yeah, we must make sure there's enough energy.
A、wealth B、shortage C、price D、light4. The rescue team found a little girl who was still alive under a building three days after the earthquake. They wondered how she ____ the big earthquake.A、lived B、breathed C、died D、survived5. It is ____ of Peter to let his 5-year-old son swim alone in the river.A、easy B、kind C、clever D、crazy6. It's difficult to live in a foreign country, ____ if you can't speak thelanguage.
A、directly B、especially C、usually D、politely7. —It's said that this city only has ____ shops.—No wonder that I didn't find places to shop.
A、large B、cheap C、medium D、underground8. The rivers will become dirtier if we don't ____ to protect them.A、take action B、take place C、look for D、look after9. —Could you help me plan a day out in Lianyungang?—You can try Donghai Crystal Museum. There you can learn ____.
A、whether crystal is formed B、how crystal is formed C、whether is crystal formed D、how is crystal formed10. —What's one of the biggest problems in this city? —____.A、It has solar panels B、It's too hot C、It's wonderful D、Natural resources are everywhere二、完形填空 (共 20小题;每小题1分,满分20分)
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11. 完形填空
In 1994, the Brazilian photographer Salgado went back to his homeland in Minas Gerais, Brazil. He was eager to see the land run by his family. The thick forest there was once a paradise for him and his friends, bringing them1 memories.
To his shock, he saw a totally different2 . Only 0.5% of the land was covered with trees. "The land was as sick as a serious patient—everything was destroyed due to deforestation (砍伐森林)," Salgado said3 during a meeting on climate change in Paris. Salgado4 that he should do something about it. Then he thought up the bold (大胆的) idea of replanting trees on the land, which, beyond his expectations, received5 from his wife and relatives. Soon the whole family6 and the results are remarkable. Gradually, the land is changing: It is covered with green trees again and some of the insects, birds and animals that had lived there before7 . The land has been brought back to life. The devoted family's hard work also impressed people around them. They8 cutting down trees and began to protect the environment.
"The work over the years is quite difficult but well worth the9 and I think every little bit of work10 ," said Salgado. Therefore, everyone should play a part in protecting the environment.
(1)A、 pleasant B、 embarrassing C、 painful D、 simple(2)A、 direction B、 description C、 plan D、 scene(3)A、 calmly B、 nervously C、 sadly D、 lightly(4)A、 accepted B、 realized C、 agreed D、 proved(5)A、 doubts B、 methods C、 support D、 suggestions(6)A、 took care B、 took place C、 took action D、 took effect(7)A、 escaped B、 returned C、 approached D、 died(8)A、 forgot B、 stopped C、 avoided D、 missed(9)A、 effort B、 promise C、 offer D、 spirits(10)A、 increases B、 matches C、 improves D、 matters12. 完形填空As we know, at the opening ceremony of Beijing Winter Olympics, the traditional Chinese 24 solar terms were used as the countdown, starting with "rain" and ending with "the beginning of spring". It was greatly1 as "Chinese romance".
More than 2,000 years ago, ancient Chinese people observed (观察) the sun's motion (移动), and divided the traditional lunar calendar into 24 solar terms. The summer solstice (夏至) and the winter solstice are the two days of the year with the 2 and shortest amount of daylight. While the spring equinox (which is called chunfen) and the autumn equinox are days with the most balanced amount of daytime and nighttime.3 these four points, a year is divided into four parts: spring, summer, autumn and winter.
There is a Chinese saying that4 , "The whole year's work depends on a good start in spring." As China has long been an agricultural (农业的) country, for Chinese people, spring means the beginning of a whole year's farming.
The spring equinox in China usually5 on March 20 or March 21 every year. People practice this tradition to celebrate the6 of spring. It is believed that if someone can make the egg stand, he will have good luck in the future. So making an egg upright is a7 game across the country during the spring equinox. Also, it's a good time to fly kites. In ancient times, people did not have good medical resources.8 they wrote their medical problems on a paper kite to ask for good9 . When the kite was in the air, people would10 the line to let the paper kite fly away, which means the flying away of diseases.
Nowadays, the 24 solar terms are still useful, which remind people to adapt to (适应) the changes in the seasons through suitable foods and cultural ceremonies.
(1)A、 praised B、 listed C、 invited D、 moved(2)A、 biggest B、 longest C、 smallest D、 shortest(3)A、 Before B、 After C、 Over D、 Through(4)A、 speaks B、 says C、 tells D、 talks(5)A、 falls B、 leaves C、 disappears D、 wins(6)A、 coming B、 ending C、 moving D、 stopping(7)A、 strict B、 useful C、 popular D、 harmful(8)A、 Or B、 So C、 Though D、 Because(9)A、 food B、 paper C、 health D、 courage(10)A、 hold on B、 turn on C、 take off D、 cut off三、补全对话, 有两项多余 (共 5小题;每小题1分,满分5分)
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13. 补全对话, 有两项多余
Li Mei: Hello! Emma, have you seen the TV programme: Seasons of China?
Emma: Not yet.
Li Mei: It's about the 24 solar terms.
Emma: What do you think of it?
Li Mei: It's a documentary (纪录片), but many people like watching it.
Emma: Do your parents enjoy watching it?
Li Mei: They watch it after dinner every day.
Emma: Really? I can't believe it.
Li Mei: I strongly recommend you to watch it.
Emma: I can't wait to watch it tonight.
Li Mei: You can ask Eric to watch with you. He wants to see it, too.
Emma: OK.
Li Mei: Have a good time tonight.
A. Yes, of course.
B. You can have a better understanding of Chinese culture.
C. What's it about?
D. I guess old people like it better, right?
E. No, they don't like it.
F. I'll call him later.
G. It's fantastic.
四、阅读理解 (共 20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)第一节 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
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14. 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
The three main ancient engineering projects in China.
Name
Information
The Great
Wall
Location: Across northern China
Built over centuries, it's a long wall stretching thousands of miles. At first, it was used to stop enemies. Now it's such a well-known place that many people from all over the world come to visit it. It's a symbol of China.
The Beijing
-Hangzhou
Grand Canal
Location: Runs between Beijing and Hangzhou
Built a long time ago, it's the world's longest man-made river. It helps with moving things and trading between the north and the south. It also promotes (促进) cultural exchange between the north and the south.
Karez Wells
Main location: Turpan, Xinjiang
These are special water-way systems in Xinjiang, China. They carry water from mountains to fields, helping people in Xinjiang water their crops and live. They have played an important role in the development of ancient agriculture (农业) and the lives of local people. They are still widely used today.
These wonders not only show the intelligence and creativity of ancient Chinese people, but also have an important place in the world's cultural heritage (文化遗产).
(1)、What is special about the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal?A、It's the world's longest man-made river. B、It's the world's longest natural river. C、It's a special water-way system. D、It's a long wall stretching thousands of miles.(2)、What can Karez Wells help with?A、Stopping enemies from coming. B、Protecting the local environment. C、Carrying water from mountains to fields. D、Moving things and trading between the north and the south.(3)、What do these three ancient engineering projects have in common?A、They all promote trading. B、They are all used for carrying water. C、They are all located in the north of China. D、They all show the wisdom of ancient Chinese people.15. 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。The Three Gorges Dam (三峡大坝), lying on the Yangtze River in Hubei Province, is one of the largest and most amazing engineering projects in the world. It stands proudly between the beautiful mountains of the Xiling Gorge, showing the wisdom and hard work of the Chinese people.
The Yangtze River, China's longest river, often caused serious floods in the past, bringing disasters to millions of people. To solve this problem and create clean energy, the Chinese government decided to build a huge dam.
People began to build the Three Gorges Dam in 1994. And it took over 12 years to complete. Thousands of workers used modern machines and technology to make this dream come true. They moved mountains, changed the river's path (路径) to build the dam, which is about 2. 3 kilometers long and 185 meters high —as tall as a 60-story building!
Today, the dam plays a key role in China. It has greatly reduced flood risks, protecting cities and farmlands. The dam's power stations produce clean electricity for millions of homes and factories, helping reduce air pollution. Its connected vessel system (连通器系统) helps ships pass. Ships enter a lock (水闸), and gates close. The water level inside the lock rises or falls to match the next section. When the water levels become the same, gates open, and the ship moves to the next lock.
The Three Gorges Dam is not just a dam—it's a symbol of China's courage and creativity. Visitors from around the world come to see this modern wonder. Students learn about its scientific achievements and the spirit of teamwork behind it. The dam teaches us that with determination (决心), humans can overcome even the most difficult challenges of nature.
(1)、What does the underlined word "It" in Paragraph 1 refer to (指的是)?A、The Yangtze River. B、The Xiling Gorge. C、The Three Gorges Dam. D、The engineering project.(2)、What are the uses of the Three Gorges Dam according to the passage?① controlling floods ② producing clean energy
③ creating good jobs ④ improving ship transportation
A、①②③ B、①②④ C、①③④ D、②③④(3)、Which of the following is the best title (标题) for the text?A、The Three Gorges Dam —The benefits to society B、The Three Gorges Dam —A clean energy producer C、The Three Gorges Dam —A good tourist place D、The Three Gorges Dam —Chinese people's wisdom and creativity16. 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。Guyu is a special time in China's farming calendar, coming between April 19 and 21. Its name means "Grain Rain" because this is when spring rain helps crops grow. As the weather gets warmer, the gentle rain makes fields green and trees strong.
Long ago, Chinese farmers knew Guyu was the most important planting time. They carried rice seedlings (秧苗) to wet fields, singing old songs about rain. "Spring rain is as dear as oil," people used to say. They believed the gentle rain during Guyu was nature's gift to ensure a good harvest. Without it, young plants might dry up under the sun.
By the sea, fishermen have their own Guyu traditions. Before sailing out, they usually hold a ceremony to pray for safety and full nets. The sound of waves mixes with their prayers, carrying hopes for the fishing season.
When the rain stops for a while, families climb misty mountains to pick tea leaves. Drinking Guyu tea is said to cool the body on warm days. Children laugh as they run after butterflies among tea fields, their baskets slowly filling with fresh green leaves.
This is also when peonies (牡丹) open their big, soft flowers. Called the queen of flowers, peonies paint hillsides pink, red, and white. Old people smile and say: "Three days after Guyu, come to admire the peonies!"
As spring says goodbye and summer draws near, Guyu reminds us to thank nature for its gifts. Every drop of rain, every blooming flower, and every farmer's song carry the promise of life continuing in its gentle rhythm.
(1)、Why do fishermen hold a ceremony before sailing?A、To pray for safety and a good catch. B、To show thanks for the harvest. C、To celebrate the coming of Guyu. D、To chase away bad weather at sea.(2)、What do people usually drink on Guyu day?A、
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(3)、Why did farmers sing old songs about rain when carrying rice seedlings?A、To pray for the rain to stop. B、To teach children about farming traditions. C、To express their respect for nature's gift. D、To pass time during the hard work.(4)、What is the main purpose of the passage?A、To introduce the importance of a traditional Chinese festival. B、To explain why spring rain is important for farming. C、To describe the traditions and meanings of Guyu. D、To show the beauty of nature during different seasons.17. 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。Many cities around the world face increasing problems with flooding, especially during heavy rain. Traditional city designs often use large areas of concrete and roads, which prevent rainwater from soaking into the ground. This leads to runoffs (径流) and floods. To address this, China is developing a new concept called "Sponge Cities".
A "Sponge City" is designed to absorb, store, filter, and reuse rainwater, much like a sponge. This involves several strategies. For example, permeable roads and sidewalks are built, allowing water to pass through them into the soil below. Green roofs and walls are created on buildings, which can absorb rainwater and cool down the city. Parks and wetlands are also important parts of sponge cities, as they can temporarily hold large amounts of water and gradually release it.
The benefits of Sponge Cities are numerous. Firstly, they effectively reduce urban flooding by managing rainwater locally. Secondly, they improve water quality by filtering pollutants (污染物) as water soaks into the ground. Thirdly, they help to replenish (补充) underground water sources, which is important for long-term water supply. Fourthly, by increasing green spaces, they help to cool down cities, making them more comfortable and beautiful.
While building Sponge Cities requires significant investment and careful planning, the long-term environmental and economic benefits are huge. It's a sustainable approach to urban development, offering a greener and safer future to city dwellers. China aims to transform 80% of its cities into "Sponge Cities" by 2030, showing a strong commitment to this innovative solution.
(1)、What is the main problem that "Sponge Cities" aim to solve?A、Lack of green spaces in cities. B、Air pollution in urban areas. C、Urban flooding during heavy rain. D、High cost of building new roads.(2)、Which of the following is a benefit of "Sponge Cities"?A、They increase urban air pollution. B、They reduce underground water sources. C、They make cities hotter. D、They improve water quality.(3)、What can we infer about China's attitude towards "Sponge Cities"?A、China is not very serious about this concept. B、China sees them as a temporary solution. C、China is highly committed to developing them. D、China believes it's too expensive to build them.18. 阅读下列短文,从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。On July 24, 2024, Dujiangyan in Sichuan Province bravely faced the biggest flood peak (最大洪峰) it had seen in nearly 10 years. This ancient project, which has been working for over 2,200 years, successfully protected the Chengdu Plain (平原) from the massive water.
The Dujiangyan Irrigation System is located on the Minjiang River in the western part of the Chengdu Plain. It is one of the oldest irrigation systems in the world, with a history of over 2,000 years. Many people believe it is even a greater wonder than the Great Wall because it has helped people so much for so long. The system smartly uses the natural environment and is divided into three main parts: Yuzui, Feishayan, and Baopingkou. Each part plays a different but important role, and if any part fails, it could cause great danger.
Yuzui, the first part, was built at a corner of the river. It acts like a giant fish mouth, splitting (分开) the surging (汹涌的) water into two rivers: the inner river and the outer river. This helps control the water flow.
The water flowing through Yuzui is slower, but it still carries a lot of sand. This is where Feishayan comes in. Feishayan has an open area that connects the inner and outer rivers, allowing extra water and sand to flow out. Every year, river workers clean out the sand to stop too much sand from breaking its banks. The purpose of Baopingkou is to divert the water into the Chengdu Plain. During the flood period, if the water level rises too high because it can't flow out completely, the channel (渠道) behind Feishayan helps the water flow out.
This amazing ancient project, built by smart Chinese people, continues to safeguard the land and its people, showing how clever ancient engineering (工程) was.
(1)、What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?A、The history of the Great Wall. B、The location and importance of Dujiangyan. C、The different parts of the Dujiangyan system. D、The belief that Dujiangyan is greater than the Great Wall.(2)、What is the function of Yuzui?A、To clean the sand from the river. B、To divert water into the Chengdu Plain. C、To split the river into inner and outer parts. D、To connect the inner and outer rivers.(3)、What does the underlined word "safeguard" in Paragraph 5 mean?A、Hurt. B、Protect. C、Destroy. D、Build.(4)、What is the right structure of the passage?A、① / B、/ C、④ / ⑤B. ①② /③ / D、/ ⑤C. ① /②③ /④ / ⑤D. ①②③ /④ / ⑤五、阅读理解 (共 20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)第二节 阅读下面短文, 并用英语回答问题 (请注意每小题的词数要求)。
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19. 阅读下面短文, 并用英语回答问题 (请注意每小题的词数要求)。
The water shortage is a big problem in many parts of the world. In some dry places, not having enough water makes daily life very hard. People there have trouble finding enough water and getting clean water to drink.
One good way to solve this problem is to dig wells. With the help of modern technology, wells can now be dug near people's homes. Special machines dig deep into the ground to find fresh water. After finding the water, a pump is put in. Then people can easily get water from the well. Having wells nearby is great because people don't need to walk far to get water, and the water they get is clean and safe to drink.
Collecting rainwater is another useful way. It usually needs many people to work together to build water tanks. Some tanks are built on rooftops, and some are built at schools. These tanks collect and store rainwater. The stored rainwater can be used when there is no rain. At school, these rainwater collection systems are like good teaching tools. Students can learn how to save water and protect the environment by using them.
Reusing water also helps a lot when there is not enough water. Water used for taking showers doesn't have to be thrown away. Even the water used for washing dishes, which can't be used for drinking or cooking, can be used again. It can be used to water plants and fruit trees. This helps keep the plants alive and saves water at the same time.
(1)、Why are rainwater collection systems useful at schools?(不超过15 个词)(2)、What kind of water can be reused to water plants?(不超过15 个词)(3)、What other simple ideas could you try to save water? (不超过10 个词)六、单词拼写 (共5 小题;每小题1 分,满分5 分)
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20. The v(村民)were friendly to me when I visited the countryside.21. The schools in different areas usually use different teaching m(材料).22. At nine this morning Mr Smith reached Beijing s(安全地).23. Betty p(可能) likes ice cream because she often eats it.24. Being overweight i(增加) the risk of having a heart problem.
七、书面表达 (共1 小题;满分20 分)
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25. 人类向往美好的自然环境。为迎接今年的世界环境日,你校英文报举办"Green Earth, Clean Future"的主题征文活动。请你根据提示完成征文:
1. 谈一谈你周围的自然环境;
2. 阐述你日常为保护环境采取的行动,并提出至少两条改善环境的建议及理由。
要求:词数80-100,开头已给出,不计入总词数。
World Environment Day is coming. Everyone can do something to make a difference to the world.
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