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8A Unit4 Hands-on fun周末提优讲义（1）
Part 1 知识梳理
____________n.月饼
____________n.架子→pl.____________→bookshelf 书架→________________________组装架子→________________________在架子上
____________n.玫瑰(花)→a bunch of roses一束玫瑰花
____________n.胶带（不可数）；磁带、 vt.用胶带粘贴→________________________需要一些胶带
____________n.胶水（不可数）；凝聚力、v.胶合，粘贴；→________________________需要一些胶水
____________vt.折叠→________________________折叠纸张→____________vt.展开，打开→folder n.文件夹
____________adj.完成，结束；全部的 、vt.完成 →________________________完成做某事→____________n.完成；结束→____________adv.完全地 →____________adj.不完全的；未完成的
____________n.自己动手(= do it yourself)
____________adj.狂热的，迷恋的→比较级____________→最高级____________→________________________热衷于某事/做某事→________________________使某人发疯→____________adv.疯狂地 →____________n.疯狂；狂热
____________adj.天生的→bear v.生育；忍受(born为其过去分词) →________________________一位天生的艺术家→________________________出生于...→________________________与生俱来...→________________________天生是做某事的→___________n.出生；诞生 →________________________出生时
____________n.手巧的人→pl.____________→________________________一个天生的手工人→________________________当地手艺人
____________n.错误→复数：____________→________________________犯错误→________________________错误地→________________________改正错误→________________________从错误中吸取教训→___________ vt.弄错；误解→过去式___________→________________________把A 误认为B→___________adj.错误的；误解的→mistakable adj.易弄错的，易误解的→mistakenly adv. 错误地；曲解地，被误解地
____________n.管道，管子→_________________敲裂了水管→________________水管→____________管道系统
____________adj.不幸的；不顺利的→________________________做某事很不幸→________________________不幸的一天→同义词：adj.不幸的unfortunate→____________ adv.不幸地，放在____________→unluckiness n.不幸 →____________ adj.幸运的→____________ n.运气；幸运→____________ adv.幸运地
____________adv.反而→____________句首，加逗号，用于句末不加逗号，为肯定→________________________而不是，为否定
____________n.课程→____________________________________上在线手工课
____________n.杂乱，不整洁→____________ 乱七八糟→________________________发现我的房间一团糟→________________________一团糟→________________________弄乱→____________vt.弄乱；弄脏→____________adj.凌乱的；麻烦的→________________________一团糟，乱糟糟
____________n.灯→____________落地灯
____________vt.使惊奇；使感到意外n.惊奇；惊喜 →________________________某物使某人惊奇→____________adj.惊奇的，感到意外的→____________ adj.令人惊讶的 →____________adv.令人意外地→________________________不足为奇→________________________令某人惊讶的是，放____________
____________adj.不可能的→____________ adv.不可能地→____________n.不可能性；不可能之事 →____________adj.可能的→____________n.可能性；可能的事→________________________________________________对某人来说做某事不可能。→________________________________________________没有什么是不可能的。→___________________________使某事不可能→________________________对他来说似乎不可能
____________adv.几乎，差不多，将近→____________adj.近的；adv.附近 →nearness n.接近；密切
____________n.油漆；绘画颜料→____________ n.绘画作品；油画；水彩画→____________n.画家；油漆工→____________ adj.被油漆的；着色的→________________________把房间涂成蓝色
____________n.金属容器，塑料容器
____________adv.&pron.到处→____________adv&pron.无处，哪里都不→____________adv&pron.任何地方→____________adv&pron.某些地方→____________无论哪里
________________________n.彩纸
________________________断电，停电→out of power没电了
________________________使……充满……→________________________=________________________充满……→________________________使房间充满水→________________________填写
Part 2 综合练习
一、完形填空
Unlike traditional (传统的) carpenters (木匠), An Xu focuses on (专注) making wooden works about traditional Chinese culture and many little things that can be used in daily life. He has 1 nearly 9 million online fans in just two years.
An, 26, of Longshan village, Fenggang country, Guizhou province, 2 out of high school in 2011. He then left home and tried several jobs in some big cities, but 3 of them was fit for him. In 2019, taking the 4 of his parents, he decided to be a carpenter and soon he fell in love with it.
Over the past two years, An has kept on learning new skills 5 books and websites. When faced with difficulties, he would 6 teaching videos on the Internet and practice over and over again. Then he also posted the process of making wooden works online.
In 2020, An made a wooden work first built by Lu Ban, a Chinese woodworker who lived around 2,500 years ago. He then began to design more works about 7 Chinese culture. An has 8 more than 100 works in the past two years. Now he is trying to make 9 wooden work—a model of Wenfeng Tower which has hundreds of 10 of history in his hometown. Influenced by him, more people have started to have an 11 in ancient crafts (古老的工艺) and culture.
“My video that has the most views online showed the bracelet (手镯) I made for my mother. My mom 12 bought herself a bracelet, so I wanted to make one for her,” says An, adding that he hopes the viewers will better love their 13 after watching the video.
To 14 his work, his parents even quit their work and became frequent (频繁的) guests in his videos. With the help of his family, he has made more than 400,000 yuan through his videos and sales of the wooden handicrafts (手工艺品) so far.
“While doing my favorite woodwork, I bring money 15 my family. In my eyes, it is the best way of life.” An said.
1．A．collected B．guided C．got D．allowed
2．A．dropped B．lived C．tried D．studied
3．A．any B．none C．no one D．nothing
4．A．love B．advice C．hope D．skill
5．A．from B．with C．by D．in
6．A．search for B．deal with C．talk with D．wait for
7．A．public B．active C．traditional D．medical
8．A．described B．decorated C．discussed D．designed
9．A．the other B．other C．another D．others
10．A．years B．months C．days D．weeks
11．A．influence B．interest C．introduction D．importance
12．A．seldom B．usually C．often D．always
13．A．friends B．families C．teachers D．students
14．A．sell B．support C．make D．add
15．A．from B．to C．for D．off
二、阅读理解
A-1
Are you interested in DIY I took part in our school’s Reading and Bookmark-making activity last week. Here is a lovely rabbit bookmark that is popular with lots of students and teachers. You can make it and put it onto the corner of a page.
Why you make it: * Help enjoy reading your favourite book; * In order to read better. How to make it 1. Cut a little piece of square pink paper. Cut out a triangle (三角形).
What you’ll need: * Colored paper and white paper; *Scissors; * A pen; *Glue. 2. Fold the left corner. Put some glue on it.
How you feel: * Feel the joy of DIY and learn the skills of making bookmarks. 3. Glue the other corner. It is the body of the rabbit.
4. Cut ears and teeth.
5. Glue them on the body. Draw eyes and a nose.
16．What can we learn after reading the text
A．How to sell a rabbit bookmark. B．How to draw a rabbit bookmark.
C．How to keep a rabbit bookmark. D．How to make a rabbit bookmark.
17．Which question does this text answer
A．What things should we prepare
B．Who is interested in this activity
C．How many steps should we follow to draw a rabbit
D．Where can we get the things in need
18．What kind of text is this passage
A．An instruction. B．An advertisement. C．A story. D．A report.
A-2
When it’s hot outside and we have to go out, surely we want to keep cool. We can put on hats, wear light clothing, or stay at a cool place. However, nothing can beat a good fan. Now I’ll show you how to make a good DIY (Do It Yourself) paper fan. What to prepare Please prepare two pieces of paper. All paper will work, but your DIY fan can be used for a long time with quality (优质的) paper. Then get glue, two sticks, etc. How to make a DIY fan The first step is to draw pictures on the paper. Just draw anything you like. The next step is to fold up (折叠) the paper. Then glue the two pieces of folded paper together. After that, paint the sticks. The final step is to glue the sticks onto the folded paper. And everything is done. If you look at your watch, you will be surprised: it takes less than 15 minutes to make a good paper fan! Then you can fold it up and drop it into your bag. When you are out in the heat next time, just take it out and enjoy the gentle wind.
19．Which is the best way to keep cool according to paragraph 1
A．Staying at a cool place. B．Using a good fan. C．Wearing light clothing.
20．Why is quality paper a good choice to make a fan
A．It is light. B．It is colorful. C．It lasts long.
21．What is the second step of making a paper fan
A．Painting the sticks.
B．Drawing pictures on the paper.
C．Folding up the paper.
22．From the last paragraph, what do you think of making a paper fan
A．Quick. B．Difficult. C．Boring.
23．What is the purpose of this passage
A．To sell paper fans.
B．To show how to save time.
C．To teach how to make paper fans.
A-3
24．Who can enjoy family time in this DIY workshop
A．A ten-year-old kid. B．A nine-year-old kid.
C．A five-year-old kid. D．A three-year-old kid.
25．Mike is going to this workshop with his parents. How much should they pay
A．￥43. B．￥48. C．￥76. D．￥114.
26．What kind of studio is it
A．Game. B．Video. C．Art. D．Painting.
A-4
Making play dough (橡皮泥) at home is one of the most popular hands-on activities that make home life colourful. It is not only fun to make but also makes kids more creative.
Materials needed:
☆ 2 cups of flour ☆ 2 spoons of vegetable oil
☆ 2 cups of warm water ☆ Food colouring (食物色素)
☆ 1 cup of salt
How to do it:
☆ Mix flour, water, salt and vegetable oil in a bowl.
☆ Cut the dough into small pieces. Add different food colouring to each so that they can be colourful.
☆ Knead (揉) the small pieces until they are smooth and store them in airtight containers (密封容器).
27．Which of the following is not the reason why making play dough is popular
A．It makes home life colourful. B．It is an interesting activity.
C．Parents want kids to be creative. D．It doesn’t take a long time.
28．What is the use of the food colouring
A．To make the small pieces of dough more delicious. B．To add colours to the small pieces of dough.
C．To make the small pieces of dough soft. D．To keep the small pieces of dough fresh.
29．What can we learn from the passage
A．We need flour, water, salt, vegetables and food to make play dough.
B．We need to mix all the materials before cutting the dough.
C．We will get small pieces of dough in different colours at last.
D．We can leave the small pieces of dough in the air when they are complete.
A-5
Creating Nature’s Memory: A Leaf Frame DIY
Experience the joy of handmade art with this simple DIY project! You’ll create a beautiful pressed-leaf frame using natural treasures. Follow these steps carefully to discover how fun DIY can be.
Materials Needed:
·4 small wooden sticks (15cm each)
·Pressed leaves/flowers
·Clear glue
·Scissors
·Ruler
Method:
·Prepare the base: Measure the sticks with a ruler. Cut them to 10cm if needed.
·Build the frame: Arrange sticks into a square. Apply glue to the ends. Press corners together firmly for 30 seconds.
·Decorate: Select your favorite pressed leaves. Place them creatively on the frame. Not only use whole leaves, but also try cutting them into shapes.
·Finish: Spread glue thinly over leaves. Wait 24 hours for it to dry completely.
Why I Love Handicrafts:
This activity brings not only relaxation but also a sense of achievement. The true joy comes when you hold your finished piece—a unique artwork no one else owns! DIY teaches patience and problem-solving. Remember: Mistakes are part of learning. If a leaf tears, don’t panic; turn it into a new design. Handicrafts make us observe the world more carefully and appreciate small beauties.
30．What should you do immediately after arranging sticks into a square
A．Measure them again. B．Apply glue to the ends.
C．Press leaves onto them. D．Wait for 24 hours.
31．How long should the wooden sticks be for the frame
A．24cm. B．15cm. C．10cm. D．30cm.
32．According to the text, where does the true joy of DIY come from
A．Buying expensive materials. B．Following instructions perfectly.
C．Holding the finished unique artwork. D．Copying others’ designs.
33．What does DIY teach us according to the author
A．To avoid making mistakes. B．To work faster than others.
C．Patience and problem-solving. D．To depend on ready-made products.
A-6
Hello, boys and girls. Nice to see you again in our art club. Today we are going to learn about a new art form. It was created by an American artist Haring. He is good at different kinds of scrawling (涂鸦). Now let’s make some Haring sports scenes. Please follow the instructions. If you have any questions, let me know.
1. Put everything in front of you and get some cards to draw on.
2. Draw the head, two bent and two straight arms and legs.
3. Carefully cut out all these shapes with scissors.
4. Put them into a sporty pose and tack (用图钉固定) them to coloured paper.
5. Trace (描摹) around your figure (图形) with a black marker.
6. Cut it out and glue it to another colored background paper.
7. Add in more details. This character is now a fencer (击剑者).
8. Repeat with different sporty poses until your paper is full.
34．What is the first step to make some Haring sports scenes
A．Repeat with different poses. B．Get everything ready.
C．Draw the head. D．Cut it out.
35．What are the black marker used for
A．Cutting out the figure. B．Tracing the figure.
C．Gluing the figure. D．Adding the figure.
36．What is the main purpose of repeating with different sporty poses
A．To practice scissor-cutting skills.
B．To test different colored background sheets.
C．To make sure all parts are glued firmly.
D．To fill the whole background sheet.
A-8
Materials ☆A wide glass jar (广口瓶) with a lid (盖子) ☆Very hot water ☆Some ice ☆A match Very important! Only parents deal with matches!!!
Steps 1.Turn the lid upside down and fill it with ice. 2.Fill the jar about 1.5 cm with very hot water. 3.Ask your parent to light a match. Then blow out the match just above the jar. Hold the smoking stick inside. (You want smoke from the match to fill the jar.) 4.Quickly put the lid with ice on the jar. Cover the jar completely. 5.Let the cloud form for a few minutes. Then take the lid off and meet the cloud!
Result A real cloud comes up. But it is not round and it disappears soon.
37．Which is very important when you use matches in the experiment
A．A glass jar. B．Very hot water.
C．Some ice. D．Your parents’ help.
38．What’s the right order of “making the cloud”
①②③⑤④ B．①③⑤②④
C．①④③⑤② D．①⑤②③④
39．What is the result of the experiment
A．A real cloud comes up. B．The cloud is round.
C．The cloud lasts a few hours. D．The cloud doesn’t disappear.
40．Where does the text probably come from
A．A novel. B．A storybook. C．A travel guide. D．A science magazine.
A-9
Pizza box oven
You may be surprised at how well this homemade solar (太阳的) cooker works in sunny weather. YOU’LL NEED Large clean pizza box Sheet of clear plastic Aluminum foil (铝箔) Black paper Stick Glue and tape Scissors 1. Cut flap (封盖) out of box top. Glue foil to inside of flap.
2. Cut plastic so it fits under box lid. Tape in place so no air can get around it. Cover bottom of box with foil. Tape black paper over foil.
3.Take oven outside. Face toward sun. Put food inside and prop (支撑) flap open with stick. Cook this:cheese sandwich.
41．What materials are mentioned in the passage
A．Stick, foil and bottle. B．Glue, stick and scissors.
C．Knife, black paper and box. D．Scissors, white paper and tape.
42．Which shows the right order of the following steps
① Tape plastic in place to stop air. ② Put a piece of black paper over foil.
③ Make a new box flap with foil. ④ Put the DIY cooker in the sun.
A．②③①④ B．①②③④ C．③①②④ D．①③②④
43．The picture above is mainly about ________.
A．how to DIY a homemade pizza B．how to make a solar oven box
C．how the pizza box oven works D．how a pizza box oven is reused
A-10
Build Your Own Straw Rocket!
What to prepare Don’t worry if you don’t have all these things. Get creative with what you have!
How to make it Step 1. Cover a piece of paper around your straw. Step 2. Glue one side of the paper to the other to make the body of the rocket. Make sure it can easily move up and down along the straw. Step 3. Cut out the fin pieces and fold (折叠) them along the dashed line (虚线). Glue them onto one end of the paper. Step 4. Twist the top of your rocket into a tip (尖端). After that, use sticky tape to keep it in place and cover any holes. Now, your rocket is finished! Tips To make your rocket fly, simply blow down the straw as hard as you can. You can try to make your rocket fly farther. What about using a wider straw Or try changing the shape of the fins.
44．What do you need to finish Step 2
①straw ②paper ③glue ④scissors ⑤sticky tape
A．①②③ B．①③⑤ C．②③④ D．②④⑤
45．Which of the following shows Step 3
A． B． C． D．
46．We can make the rocket fly farther by _______.
A．using wider sticky tape B．changing the colour of the fins
C．folding the straw in half D．blowing down the straw harder
47．Which of the following is true according to the passage
A．You must have all the listed materials to build the straw rocket.
B．Different shapes of fins might affect how far the rocket can fly.
C．After building the rocket, you can only use the original straw to make it fly.
D．The fins are glued to the middle part of the paper rocket body.
48．In which section of the magazine would you probably read this text
A．Sports News. B．Job Wanted. C．Lost and Found. D．Do It Yourself.
B-1
Zhao Wenrui is a young art teacher from Shanxi Province. He recently became famous online for spending three months working on a beautiful chalk picture of a traditional work.
The picture Along the River During the Qingming Festival was drawn by a famous artist named Zhang Zeduan in Song Dynasty. When Zhao Wenrui decided to draw it with chalk, he just wanted to bring his students something fun. It’s said that he has used eight blackboards side by side and a lot of chalk.
The original (原始) version (版本) of Along the River During the Qingming Festival is considered by many people as one of the most important artworks in the country’s history, and sometimes is called China’s Mona Lisa. It is a 5-meter-long picture describing life in the capital—Bianjing during the Qingming Festival. The work has been copied a few times, but the original, which dates back (追溯到) to the 12th century, is hardly shown in public because it is valuable.
Zhao Wenrui’s 32-meter-long chalk version draws around 550 people, including farmers, boatmen, and so on, as well as dozens of animals, buildings, bridges, and the environment itself.
Unluckily, unlike the real Along the River During the Qingming Festival, this chalk picture will not be preserved for a thousand years, as the blackboards will be cleaned as soon as the children come back to school.
49．How long did it take Zhao Wenrui to draw the beautiful chalk picture 　 　.
A．About 90 days. B．About 100 days. C．About 110 days. D．About 120 days.
50．Why did Zhao Wenrui decide to draw the chalk picture
A．Because his students requested him to do something different.
B．Because he dreamed to become pretty rich and famous online.
C．Because he wanted to show that he was really good at drawing.
D．Because he hoped to do something interesting for his students.
51．What does the underlined word “preserved” mean in the passage 　 　.
A．Borrowed. B．Changed. C．Saved. D．Returned.
52．Which of the following is TRUE
A．Zhao Wenrui’s chalk picture is called China’s Mona Lisa by people sometimes.
B．Zhao Wenrui used eight blackboards and a little chalk to draw the chalk picture.
C．Along the River During the Qingming Festival was created in the 12th century.
D．The original version is much bigger and longer than the chalk version picture.
53．What is the passage mainly about
A．The introduction of a young art teacher.
B．An art teacher’s beautiful chalk picture.
C．The ways of drawing beautiful chalk pictures.
D．The differences between the chalk picture and the original picture.
B-2
Su Qingwu, a post-90s girl from Wenzhou, east China’s Zhejiang Province, has built a pavilion(亭子) in her garden by hand. It’s a copy of a pavilion in the Palace Museum.
As a photographer, Su often had chances to visit local handicraftsmen(手工艺人) and take photos when they were working. Slowly she became interested in traditional handicrafts and searched for information about them online. “It all began with a photo of a pavilion in the Palace Museum I saw on the Internet. I fell in love with the colours and structure of it. Why don’t I build one at home ” she said. Soon she began to bring the idea to life.
Building a pavilion without glue or nails(钉子) wasn’t that easy for Su. She started to learn the woodworking skills by reading books and watching videos. She also searched every corner of the town for the things she needed. It seemed easy at first, but it was a different story when she was building the pavilion. She had trouble making a drawing of the pavilion at the beginning. She kept trying and found her own way, but the mortise-and-tenon joint was a big headache for her. In order to solve the problem, she visited the Palace Museum in person, found the pavilion in the photo, and studied the mortise-and-tenon joint carefully. Finally, her pavilion was completed.
It took Su 150 days to build her first pavilion. Later, she spent 200 days building a Tang-style pavilion. It is bigger and more difficult to build than the first one. She is now planning to create another copy of the pavilion in the Palace Museum in the near future. “These traditional handicrafts show the confidence in Chinese culture. I want to promote the Chinese traditional handicrafts through building more pavilions, so more people can see them one day.” Su said.
54．Why did Su build a pavilion at home
A．She liked traditional handicrafts. B．She liked taking photos in pavilions.
C．She wanted to help handicraftsmen. D．She wanted to make her garden beautiful.
55．What problems did she meet when building the pavilion
①She couldn’t connect the parts of the pavilion together.
②She couldn’t afford the things for building the pavilion.
③She didn’t know where to learn the woodworking skills.
④She didn’t understand how to make a drawing of the pavilion.
A．①③ B．①④ C．②④ D．③④
56．What does the underlined word “promote” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Mix. B．Notice. C．Check. D．Introduce.
57．What’s the best title for the passage
A．Speak for a Small Town B．A Young Artist of Photos
C．Move the Palace Museum Back Home D．A Confident Director of Videos
B-3
DIY, which means Do It Yourself, is quite popular in the UK. Lots of stores and supermarkets sell DIY things. TV programs show people how to DIY.
English people like DIY. There is a saying in the UK — “As an Englishman’s home is his castle.” A huge number of people spend their holidays making their homes beautiful “castles”. If there is anything that needs fixing around their homes, such as painting the walls or putting in a new shower, they will do the jobs themselves. They share DIY experience with their friends. More and more people have discovered the joy of DIY. Sometimes people also DIY for saving money. With the economic downturn (经济滑坡) at present, many people cannot afford a big house. They are looking at how they can make their house better without spending a lot of money. It is not surprising that DIY is so popular.
DIY can be difficult. There is a huge market for DIY furniture which people need to get together themselves with a few basic tools. However, people often find it not easy to build a piece of furniture because they can’t understand the instructions. Sometimes the instructions are simple and clear, but the furniture itself is difficult to build. One thing is for sure, though most DIY projects are started with the best intentions. Many of them may not get finished. DIY can also be dangerous. For example, anything electrical should be done by a professional worker. Unluckily, many people don’t care about this warning and put themselves in danger. It is reported that in just one year over 230,000 people were hurt while doing DIY in the UK, including 41,000 who fell off ladders.
Therefore, DIY can bring us fun and help us save money, but it is not always as easy as it is thought to be if we bite off (咬掉) more than we can chew. Maybe factories should make products that are easier and safer for us to DIY.
58．According to the passage, how do many English people spend their holidays
A．Making “castles”. B．Visiting friends. C．Painting pictures. D．Making money.
59．Why do English people like DIY
A．Many stores sell DIY things. B．DIY can bring them fun.
C．TV programs teach them to DIY. D．All DIY projects are easy.
60．What can we learn from the passage
A．DIY is a waste of money. B．It is always difficult to DIY.
C．Be careful while doing DIY. D．It is necessary for us to DIY.
61．In the passage, “we bite off more than we can chew” probably means ________.
A．we can eat everything we like B．we should do something difficult
C．we do something that is too difficult D．we eat too much food that is not safe
62．According to the passage, which of the following is true
A．The writer is against DIY. B．All the English people like DIY when they are free.
C．The writer thinks that it will be easier and safer to DIY. D．We are not supposed to DIY when it is not safe.
B-4
You may want a great activity for your younger brothers or sisters to play outside. Here comes an easy DIY course! Let’s learn to make a boat and then play it in a pool! It is so simple that children can easily make one and then have fun. Let’s start now.
Tools
3 corks (软木塞), elastic bands (橡皮筋), colored paper, a stick, glue and scissors
Steps
Choose three corks. Use a stick to make a hole in the middle of a cork. The cork with the hole should be in the middle. Join them together with two elastic bands. Your boat can be better if you glue the corks before that.
Then, cut a sail shape (帆形) and a triangle shape (三角形) out of colored paper. Glue the triangle shape on the top of the stick to make a flag. Make two holes at the top and bottom of the sail shape. Put the stick with the flag through the two holes. Remember to cut away the useless part of the stick so that it will be in the right size. After placing the stick into the hole of the middle cork, the boat is completely done!
Your boat is ready to set sail.
Tips
Your little brothers or sisters should get your help when using scissors.
Don’t let children play by the pool on their own.
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63．The underlined “that” refers to ________.
A．choosing the three corks B．joining corks together
C．placing corks in order D．making a hole in the cork
64．According to the writer, the correct step of making a boat is ________.
a. make a hole in the middle of a cork with a stick
b. place the stick into the hole of the middle cork
c. use colored paper to cut a sail and a triangle shape
d. glue the triangle shape on the top of the stick to make a flag
e. glue three corks together and join them with two elastic bands
f. put the stick with the flag through the holes of the sail shape
A．aebcfd B．eadfcb C．cdeafb D．aecdfb
65．According to the passage, children should not ________ when doing the DIY job.
A．use elastic bands B．float the boat in a pool alone
C．glue the flag on top D．ask for help when cutting a stick
66．You may read the passage from a ________.
A．story B．newspaper C．poster D．comic book
C-1
If you are a student who enjoys playing video games, will it be likely that you have had at least one argument with your parents about the impacts (影响)of gaming Your parents might say that video games are bad for you because they can worsen your eyes, lower your school performance and can lead to some health problems. You probably argue that video games allow you to socialize with your friends, improve your memory and so on.
One study of Honor of Kings showed that 90 percent of the parents said their kids didn’t like talking and got angry easily because of the game. On the other hand, a study made by Cheryl Olson, writer of the book Grand Theft Childhood, interviewed 1,000 public school students and found that video games can help kids develop problem-solving skills and inspire creativity. What’s more, ____▲____because some games teach things like history, geography or culture.
So should students play video games or not I think students and parents can both win this argument. Most of the bad impacts of video games happen when students play for too long, so play them in moderation (适度). Here’s how to do that.
First, take a rest from your gaming to help around the house or get some fresh air. Second, try to find video games that are both fun and educational. Third, there are also many games that get you up out of your seat. Play games like Fruit Slasher to improve your health. Finally, find some games that you can play with your parents, and you just might find they may have more fun than you!
What do you think Is the good enough to outweigh the bad things
67．Why is the study of Honor of Kings mentioned
A．To show some parents are angry. B．To show Honor of Kings is popular.
C．To show students love gaming a lot. D．To show gaming brings some bad things.
68．Which of the following sentences can be best put in ________
A．they can be highly relaxing B．they can be highly educational
C．they can help you communicate D．they can help you solve problems
69．Which sentence shows the writer’s opinion on gaming
A．The writer thinks students should spend proper time on gaming.
B．The writer thinks parents should stop their children from gaming.
C．The writer thinks students should do housework instead of gaming.
D．The writer thinks parents should learn to have fun by playing games
70．What advice is mentioned on gaming in Paragraph 4
a. Find some smart video games to play. b. Finish homework before gaming.
c. Choose games that can help move your body. d. Invite your parents to play games together.
A．abc B．abd C．acd D．bcd
C-2
Many kids help parents to do chores in the house. They may take out the trash, walk the dog or clean the floor. In return, some kids get money or other rewards from their parents, such as 20 minutes to play computer games.
But some people do not think that kids should get rewards for doing chores. One of them is Jane Smith, a parenting educator and family consultant (顾问). She believes if kids get rewards, they may think that work isn’t worth (值得) doing unless you get something in return. For example, kids won’t clean the floor if they see it is dirty. But they will do it if their parents reward them for it.
“Every house is a team effort (努力),”Jane said. “A home is a living place for everyone in the family. It’s important for kids to see that we all have responsibility (责任) to keep our home clean.”
However, other people have different ideas. They believe that money or other rewards encourage kids to do more chores. It also helps them understand the real world. They can learn about how we need to work to make money.
Now, there are also apps that encourage kids to do chores. The apps give kids points and digital (数字的) gifts that can be used either online or in life. With Chore Monster, kids get digital points after they do chores. Kids can exchange (兑换) their points for real rewards, such as time to play video games or a trip to the shop. “Our goal is to encourage kids to do chores so they can get rewards,” says Joe Black, the founder (创始人) of Chore Monster. “Kids need positive (积极的) power to make them do chores.”
Anyway, action matters most whether it brings rewards or not.
71．The underlined word “rewards” in Paragraph 1 means _________.
A．reasons B．prizes C．shows D．excuses
72．Jane Smith thinks that _________.
A．housework isn’t worth doing B．parents should do chores at home
C．kids should get something in return D．kids shouldn’t get rewards for doing chores
73．What’s the purpose of the app mentioned in the passage
A．To encourage kids to do chores. B．To let kids play more video games.
C．To give kids digital points and gifts. D．To make kids keep their home clean.
74．The writer probably agrees that _________.
A．parents should not give children rewards for doing chores
B．it is parents’ responsibility to pay children for doing chores
C．all parents have to encourage their children to use Chore Monster
D．the more important thing is that children do something for the family
C-3
The Many Sides of Me
Introducing myself used to mean stating my name, age, and hometown. But as I grow older, I realize that such facts are just the cover of a book; they don’t reveal the story inside. My name is Wang Lei, and this is a glimpse into the more complex picture of who I am.
I am a collection of contrasts. In the classroom, I am often the quiet observer. I enjoy listening to discussions, analyzing (分析) different viewpoints before forming my own opinion. My teachers sometimes wish I would speak up more, but I believe thoughtful silence is more valuable than thoughtless chatter. This quiet side of me loves the world of books, where I can be a fearless adventurer or a detective (侦探) solving mysteries, all from the comfort of my room.
However, to label me as “shy” would be a mistake. On the basketball court, a different person emerges. The quiet thinker transforms into a loud, strategic (战略的) team player. I communicate constantly, calling for passes and directing defense. The adrenaline rush (肾上腺素飙升) of a fast break and the collective joy of a well-earned victory are feelings I crave. This energetic side needs the court as much as my quiet side needs the library.
These two worlds are not separate; they feed into each other. The strategic thinking I develop on the court helps me plan my arguments in a debate. Conversely, the patience and focus I gain from reading for hours help me stay calm under pressure during a close game. I used to think I had to choose one identity—the scholar or the athlete. Now I understand that they coexist (共存), making me a more balanced individual.
So, “who am I ” is a question with an answer that evolves. I am not just Wang Lei, the student. I am the thinker, the player, the friend, and the dreamer. I am a mosaic (马赛克), still being pieced together, and that is the most exciting part of all.
75．Why does Wang Lei compare basic personal facts to “the cover of a book”
A．Because he loves reading books very much.
B．Because he thinks they are boring and unimportant.
C．Because they are a simple start but don’t show his true character.
D．Because he wants to write a book about himself one day.
76．What is the main advantage of Wang Lei’s “quiet” side in the classroom
A．It makes his teachers like him more.
B．It allows him to avoid answering difficult questions.
C．It helps him to think deeply before speaking.
D．It gives him more time to read his novels.
77．The word “crave” in Paragraph 3 most probably means ________.
A．fear B．remember C．describe D．desire strongly
78．How do Wang Lei’s different interests help each other
A．Reading about sports makes him a better player.
B．Skills from one area, like strategy and patience, are useful in the other.
C．Being an athlete makes him more popular so he can discuss books with more people.
D．He has to manage his time well between studying and playing basketball.
79．What is the main idea of the passage
A．Playing basketball is more important than studying for a balanced life.
B．A person’s identity can be multi-layered and integrated, not a single label.
C．It is difficult for a student to be good at both sports and academics.
D．The author is confused about who he really wants to be in the future.
D-1
Natalie Doan, a teenager in America, has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway, New York. Living just a few blocks from the beach, Natalie can see the ocean and hear the waves from her house. “It’s the ocean that makes Rockaway so special,” she says.
On October 29, 2012, the ocean turned extremely terrible. That night, Hurricane (飓风) Sandy hit the East Coast, and Rockaway was hit especially hard. The next day, Natalie and her family found their neighborhood in ruins. Many of Natalie’s friends had lost their homes and people were having the most difficult time, especially the elderly.
To help others rebuild, teenagers climbed stairs to send water and food to elderly people trapped (困住) in powerless high buildings. Natalie was deeply moved by all these things and decided to do something.
“My mom tells me that I can’t control what happens to me,” Natalie says, “but I can always choose how I deal with it.” Natalie’s choice was to help. She created a website page, matching people in need with people who wanted to offer help. Natalie posted information about a boy named Patrick, who lost his baseball card collection when his house burned down. Within days, Patrick got a new collection. In the coming months, her website page helped lots of kids: Christopher, who received a new basketball; Charlie, who got a new keyboard. Natalie also worked with other organizations to bring much-needed things to Rockaway. Her efforts made her a famous person. She was later invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of Change.
Today, the streets are clear and many homes have been rebuilt. “I can’t imagine living anywhere but Rockaway,” Natalie says, “Because of everyone’s efforts in making a better home, Rockaway will be even stronger than before.”
80．When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane, she found ________.
A．some friends had lost their lives B．her neighborhood was destroyed
C．her school had moved to Brooklyn D．the elderly were free from suffering
81．The phrase “in ruins” Paragraph 2 means the neighborhood was ________.
A．clean and tidy B．in a mess
C．just the same as usual D．even better than before
82．How did Natalie help the people in need
A．She gave her toys to other kids. B．She took care of younger children.
C．She called on the White House to help. D．She built an information sharing website.
83．According to Paragraph 3, who inspired Natalie most
A．The people helping Rockaway rebuild.
B．The people trapped in high-rise buildings.
C．The volunteers donating money to survivors.
D．Local teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people.
84．Which of the following is probably the best title of the passage
A．Little people can make a big difference
B．A friend in need is a friend indeed
C．East or west, home is best
D．Technology is power
D-2
On a video online, fish-shaped lanterns move in the air as if they are swimming in the water. A group of teenagers in Shenzhen Yangang Middle School brought life to the fish lanterns with built-in AI system.
“The fish-lantern dance is a long-standing tradition in Shenzhen. Dancers carry lanterns and try to make them move like real fish in their performance, and this calls for lots of practice,” says Jiang Jiahan, one of the lantern’s inventors. So his team wants to lower the threshold with an AI-driven fish lantern that can move on its own, so that more people can take part in the traditional performance art.
Tan Wenbo, another inventor, explains that a sensor (传感器) on the head of a lantern will identify (识别) different pictures on the screen and give the result to a circuit board (电路板). The board, connected with two small motors (发动机) on the lantern’s head and tail, will drive the paper fish to perform different moves. According to Jiang, the rules of the moves follow the habits of real fish. “If a fish sees its food, it may dance more often in excitement. If it finds a good place to hide among, it feels relaxed and will move lower.”
“The old lantern model was made of card paper, but it weighed too much,” Jiang says. Then he made the latest lanterns with xuan paper (a classic paper used for Chinese painting) and iron wiring (接线).
Jiang says this experience makes him want to learn more about AI in the future. So does Tan.
85．Paragraph 1 mentions the ________ of inventing the AI-fish lanterns.
A．time B．team C．process D．cost
86．The underlined words “lower the threshold” in Paragraph 2 mean “make it easier ________”.
A．to perform the fish-lantern dance B．to learn about the lantern history
C．to study the habits of real fish D．to build the AI system
87．________ can directly make the AI-fish lanterns move.
A．The sensor with wires B．The screen with pictures
C．The board with motors D．The paper with paintings
88．The latest AI-fish lanterns are made of ________.
A．card paper and Chinese paintings B．card paper and iron wiring
C．xuan paper and Chinese paintings D．xuan paper and iron wiring
89．Which of the following statements is true
A．The AI system works outside the lanterns.
B．The fish-lantern dance has a short history.
C．AI makes the lantern move follow the habits of fish.
D．The old lantern model was paper-making and light.
D-3
There is a busy street corner beside a bus station where kids change buses going to and from school. It’s not a pretty place. There’s noisy traffic and the nearby buildings are gray and unloved. However, it has a patch (小块地) of beauty-a small garden called Pete’s Patch.
Pete is one of the kids who wait here to change buses for nine minutes each day. In the past, it wasn’t a fun or pleasant places There was nowhere nice to walk and the patch next to the station was littered with trash (垃圾). Pete had no choice because this was the only way.
He felt like he was wasting his life away. There was nothing to look at, nothing to keep him busy, and hanging around like that each day drove him mad. He knew he couldn’t do anything to change the bus company’s timetable; but he could make the nine minutes more enjoyable for himself and others.
He asked his mom for some trash bags. That week, he filled his nine minutes each day by picking up the trash. On the weekend, he asked his dad to drive down and take the trash bags to the dump (垃圾场). On Monday morning, the patch looked so much cleaner and nicer.
Then next week. Pete began to pull weeds (杂草). One of his friends came to help. Soon the patch was looking good, but some dirty words on the walls of the bus station were really making him angry.
Pete had an idea. He painted a mural (壁画) to cover the dirty words. When he started to work, more of his school friends joined him each day.
Now Pete and his friends are proud of that patch, and they sure aren’t going to let anyone mess it up. They have even planted some fresh flowers. While waiting for their next bus, they walk through the patch and collect trash.
One Monday, however, as he rode the bus to school, Pete looked, as usual, toward the patch. To his surprise, there was a sign on it. His friends had painted it. It read: Pete’s Patch.
90．Why wasn’t the area around the bus station a pleasant place
A．Because there were too many people.
B．Because the flowers weren’t pretty
C．Because the walls weren’t colorful
D．Because there was a lot of trash.
91．What did Pete do to make the patch look nicer
A．He pulled weeds with his friend. B．He planted flowers with his mom.
C．He changed the bus company’s timetable. D．He took a picture of the bus station’s walls.
92．What does the story tell us
A．Time flies but memories last forever. B．Good friends stick together like glue.
C．Parents should always help their kids. D．A little action makes the world better.
信息还原
（1）
Cooking, the art and science of preparing food, is far more than daily housework. It’s like a fun classroom where you can learn different subjects all at once! 93
Science is everywhere in cooking. When you make bread, the yeast (酵母) eats sugar and makes bubbles of gas. 94 When you cook meat and it turns brown and smells good, that’s cool chemistry. Also, think about heating water, which shows how heat moves. It is all about physics.
95 You need to follow the instructions when you mix materials, like “adding 1/4 spoon of salt”. Sometimes you have to make some changes to feed more or fewer people. That means doing maths. Even buying the required materials with low cost teaches you maths.
Food has a lot of history. Pasta didn’t start in Italy—it came from Asia long ago! Spices (香料) were once traded like gold, and this changed how countries talked to each other. 96 In hot places, people grow more different foods than in cold places. Learning about these things helps you understand how the world works.
Cooking is like a secret key that opens the door to learning many subjects. It’s not just about making yummy food. 97 Schools should teach cooking because it helps students see how everything in learning is connected!
A．Geography also matters.
B．This is biology in action.
C．Maths helps a lot in the kitchen.
D．It’s also about becoming smarter in lots of ways.
E．Some students often spend money buying ready-made food.
F．The following will explain why cooking should be taught at school.
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Gu Guoqiang fell in love with the filigree mosaic craft (花丝镶嵌工艺) during his study in Beijing for the restoration of cultural relics (文物修复). Fascinated by a filigree mosaic work of his master, he returned to his hometown, Chongqing, and took provincial-level master of arts and crafts Li Changyi as his new master.
98 . He studied sketching and traditional Chinese painting in middle school. In 2010, he entered the School of Ceramic Art at Jingdezhen Ceramic University in Jiangxi Province.
After graduating, Gu worked as an auction appraiser (拍卖评估师) before getting the chance to study restoration under a master who repairs cultural relics in Beijing’s Palace Museum. During his month with the master, 99 .
The filigree mosaic craft, a traditional Chinese handicraft dating back to the Spring and Autumn Period, 100 . It is also called fine gold craft as it usually uses gold as thin as 0.16 millimetres to form different shapes. It was listed as a national-level intangible cultural heritage in 2008.
With a desire to keep the craft alive, he returned to Chongqing to study the craft from Li Changyi. “The training was very difficult at first,” said Gu. “A little too much melting can ruin (毁坏) a piece.” “ 101 ” Gu told himself these words whenever he felt like giving up and remembered his dream and practised even harder.
Nowadays, Gu’s studio, set up in 2017, 102 , many of which are ordered by people overseas.
A．he was introduced to the filigree mosaic craft by chance
B．sells about 400 filigree mosaic artworks per month
C．uses metal such as gold and silver to fold artwork with gemstones or pearls
D．When I see my works are liked by others, I feel very happy
E．Gu Guoqiang showed interest in painting as a child
F．But if others could learn, why shouldn’t I
四、任务型阅读
（1）
A group of comics called “Tiny Eyes” go popular on the Internet. With these comics, Chinese artist Cao Siyu shares the differences between Chinese culture and Western culture.
Cao Siyu comes from Beijing. She spent the last 10 years in France, the UK and the USA．“Many foreign people that I met were interested in China.” She explained. “But most of their ideas about China are out of date. I hope I can change the image of China in foreigners’ mind.” That is why Cao Siyu put her idea of “Tiny Eyes” comics into practice.
By bringing words and images together, the Chinese artist tells stories in a simple yet powerful way. She shares Chinese People’s daily life and compares how differently people act in the same situation.
In one comic, for example, she compared French cutlery (餐具) with Chinese one: While French people use eight different forks and knives for a meal, Chinese people can make it with only a pair of chopsticks. And in another comic, Cao Siyu made it clear how people from different cultures express love. She wrote below the comic, “Chinese people are not used to saying ‘I love you, Mum’. Instead, they show their love in actions.”
Cao Siyu provides a new way for foreigners to know her motherland, and her works have gathered about 20 thousand fans on the Internet. “People from one culture may not be able to fully understand another. But we can listen to each other.” she said.
103．Where do a group of comics called “Tiny Eyes” go popular
104．Why does Cao Siyu share the “Tiny Eyes” comics
105．What can you do to make foreigners know China
（2）
Did you find it hard to do something because two arms just weren’t enough If so, you might be interested in a new device, a robotic arm. You can wear this robotic arm in the middle of the chest and control it through the muscle you use to breathe. It can move above your shoulders or to your side, depending on what you want to do, says engineer Giulia Domi from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology. The arm is designed to be used as an extra (额外的) arm.
It’s difficult to control the extra arm while still using your real arms. That’s why Domi’s team made it breath-controlled. Taking a deep breath tells the arm to extend, while breathing out deeply pulls it back. Breathing normally keeps the arm in place.
Before building the real robotic arm, Domi’s team first made one in virtual reality (虚拟现实), or VR. The team found that people seemed to naturally learn to control the virtual arm. The researchers then built a real robotic arm to work like the virtual one had done. Participants who had learned to use the extra virtual arm had a success rate of about 90% using the real one. So it is easy for people to learn to use it.
The extra robotic arms could help people to do extra things. For example, workers could use them to control machinery for risky jobs more easily. Doctors could use the extra arms for surgeries (外科手术). Also, they could be helpful for disabled people or people recovering from accidents or strokes.
However, there is still room for improvement. Although people could use the robotic arm in everyday tasks, they are as expensive as some devices like the VR glasses. Early tests showed that people could look around and talk while using the extra arm. But it’s still not clear how well people can control their two natural arms along with an extra robotic one. “When you add something new, it’s uncertain how much the brain can do with that,” says Jacob George from the University of Utah’s robotics center.
106．Where do people wear this robotic arm
107．Why did Domi’s team design the robotic arm to be breath-controlled
108．What did Domi’s team do before building the real robotic arm
109．What do you think of the robotic arm Why do you think so (Give 2 reasons.)
五、短文填空
（1）
DIY means “do- it -yourself”. It is quite popular in the UK. Lots of stores and supermarkets sell DIY things. TV programmes show people how 110 (do) DIY.
English people like DIY. There is a saying in the UK—An Englishman’s home is his castle. Many people spend their holidays 111 (make) their homes beautiful “castles”. If anything needs fixing around their homes, such as painting the walls or putting in a new shower (淋浴器), they will do the jobs themselves. More 112 (important), they can share DIY experience with their friends. More and more people enjoy the joy 113 DIY. Sometimes people also do DIY for saving money. They like making their houses better without 114 (spend) a lot of money. It is not 115 (surprise) that DIY is so popular.
DIY can be difficult. There is a big market (市场) for DIY furniture(家具). People need to get things together themselves with 116 few tools. However, people often find it not easy to build a piece of furniture because they can’t understand the 117 (instruction). DIY can also be 118 (danger). Sometimes you may hurt yourself.
DIY can bring us fun 119 help us save money, but it is not always as easy as it is thought to be.
（2）
Chinese china is a kind of artwork. It stands for ancient Chinese culture.
Jemmy, a 120 (foreign) that comes from Italy, who lives in Japan now, thinks china is very beautiful, 121 (interest) and charming. He has never seen china. Amusingly, he focused on Chinese culture for rather long and took the 122 (course) about Chinese literature at university. He’s always wanting a chance to see some china, of course, he is also hoping for the day he can have a look at the colorful china.
“I used to think that Chinese culture is indecent and unsubstantiated (无从考证的), but once I watched the beautiful miracle, china, I have to say, being surprised and interested 123 a while, I think it unbelievably amazing and irreplaceable”, said Washycares, another foreigner. He also tells us, “We 124 (believe) that the porcelain ware (瓷制品) was useless and ugly in the past, but china’s beauty has been powerful enough to show that what we think is 125 (complete) wrong. The detailed texture of china and fine workmanship deeply surprise me.”
A professor fond of china said, “ 126 (make) china requires super skills, rich experience and perfect carving, these are what make china exquisite and charming.” However, his understanding of china 127 (remain) on the surface. He added, “There are lots of things about china that need me to know, to seek and to feel, which are also what I’m learning.”
In addition to (除了) what they mentioned, I think the more important reason 128 china is becoming popular is that it represents the diligence (勤劳) and wisdom of the Chinese. What’s more, china has also recorded the change of dynasties and the process of history. It’s obvious that china has a lot of meanings, 129 they are really hard to understand.
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Chinese lacquerware (漆器) is one of the oldest forms of traditional art in China.
Making lacquerware 130 (require) patience and skills. There are several steps in making it. First, choosing the materials is important. Wood, bamboo, or clay are commonly used. Then, the object is covered 131 many layers (层) of special lacquer from tree sap (树液). Each layer has to dry 132 (full) before the next one is added. After that, once enough layers are put on, the layer is made smooth (光滑) 133 polishing.
Lacquerware comes in a wide range of forms, including plates, bowls, and cups. It is often decorated (装饰) with beautiful 134 (pattern) like flowers and animals, which are 135 (paint) or carved into the surface.
In the past, lacquerware was mostly used by rich people because it was expensive to make. 136 now it is available to more people, and some items are more affordable. Its beauty is admired worldwide. Visitors to Chinese museums can often see wonderful examples of lacquerware.
In modern times, many people still make lacquerware, trying to keep this ancient art. There are also competitions for the 137 (good) designs.
Chinese lacquerware is 138 symbol of the skills and creativity of the artists. 139 you see it in a museum or use it in your daily life, lacquerware is sure to leave you with a lasting impression.
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Lito, a Japanese artist, enjoys creating detailed designs (设计) on fallen leaves. He likes to cut many different leaf designs. 140 (example) of his works include a frog holding an umbrella, animals jumping happily and ocean waves.
Lito 141 (begin) creating his leaf art at the age of 34. He did this in order to deal with a health problem called ADHD (注意力缺陷多动障碍). He told reporters that his work gave him 142 (peace) feelings to help deal with ADHD．He said that he hoped his art could give other people 143 (enjoy) as well.
Lito likes working at night. In a video, he shows that he 144 (one) treats several leaves with a chemical (化学品) to keep them from drying out. Then, he 145 (choose) the one he wants to work on and places it on a cutting surface. A design 146 (draw) on the leaf with a pen. He then uses a special design knife to cut the leaf. As he works 147 (careful), one leaf begins to take the shape of a frog carrying an umbrella.
Some of Lito’s works on a single leaf can take 148 (he) more than eight hours. He likes to finish a leaf in one sitting. He often uses animals as his subject.
So far, his works of art 149 (spread) far and wide through social media. And almost every month, he holds a show of his art in different places in Japan.
（5）
As the beautiful music played in the air, He Sudan picked up some sand and threw it onto a drawing board. While her 150 (finger) were moving, the sand quickly turned into flying snow with strong winds in a short time. Then 151 girl reading behind a window appeared in front of people.
This is He Sudan giving a sand painting show. In recent years, He Sudan has created many sand paintings about the 24 solar terms (节气). The work she made on Lichun has been very popular 152 more than 1 million people online. And many people online said that they had a much 153 (clear) understanding of Lichun.
She started to show her gift for painting as a child. In 2003, at the age of 15, she 154 (success) went into Wuhan University. One day, the idea of sand paintings came to her mind when her teacher asked the class to use different things 155 (create) an animation (动画). She wanted to try something different. Her work was 156 (praise) by the teacher which made her more confident. After 157 (finish) her study, she started traveling around the country to give shows.
“I feel that I have achieved my dream of bringing the 158 (tradition) Chinese sand art to the world and letting people see it,” she says. “ 159 it is not enough. I will do more to let the world know about Chinese culture.”
（6）
Do-it-yourself projects (项目) let you design your house, giving you a way to save money, but even with step-by-step instructions, DIY doesn’t always go as planned. Nearly 80% of homeowners make some 160 (mistake) while doing DIY. Here 161 (be) three of the biggest mistakes that homeowners often make.
Costing Too Much
More than 40% of people find DIY projects more expensive and difficult than they thought. Starting a task that needs more time or 162 (skill) than you have, you may end up with a big mess (一团糟). “It’s important to think about why you want to do it yourself 163 what you’re hoping to get out of it,” said Bailey Carson, a home care expert (专家). “ 164 you’re doing it just to save money, you might need to think twice. Without the time, tools, and talent (天赋) to do it correctly and 165 (safe), then mistakes may cost you more in the end.”
Using the Wrong Tools
A third of people used wrong tools for DIY projects, which can make the job more difficult and less safe. People design many tools 166 special uses. So if you use them for other tasks, you may get 167 (hurt). Use proper tools for each project, and make sure you know how to use them.
Not Putting Safety (安全) First
DIY mistakes can be costly and 168 (danger) sometimes. 47% of people said that the mistake brought serious problems. Take your time and follow all safety rules when using tools. So, remember to wear dust masks, safety glasses, hearing protection or gloves to protect 169 (you).
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“East or west, home is best.” For 10-year-old Tom, this is 170 (especial) true.
Tom lives in a small California house with his parents. Their house might look normal (一般的) outside, but inside, it’s full of amazing reused 171 (treasure). Tom and his dad love collecting old things, and they are always ready 172 (turn) them into something new. They save lots of money by reusing the old things.
Tom learnt this from his grandpa. When Tom was a kid, his grandpa always 173 (remind) him not to waste things. “We can easily make old things useful again!” His grandpa said. So, Tom and his dad collect old chairs, tables, and toys from the street or their friends. They fix them up (修理) and paint them. They work on them 174 each thing looks new. The cool bookcase in Tom’s room was once 175 old wooden box! The colourful birdhouse in the garden was made from broken fence pieces (破碎的栅栏碎片)!
Now, Tom’s friends give him 176 (they) old things instead of throwing them away. “Our home is special because almost everything in it 177 (have) a story,” Tom says with a big smile. “And I understand that reusing old things can help 178 (fight) waste.”
Tom loves adding new life 179 old things. His home perfectly shows how creativity (创新力) can make old things wonderful again!
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A group of students are given a craft-making (工艺制作) task. What do you think they will do In terms of (谈到) this question, some students gave us a great a 180 . They built a wooden Chinese sailing ship.
The students come from the No. 8 High School in Fuzhou and their school always o 181 some lessons to let them learn handicrafts. In one class, about 30 students decided to build a sailing ship. That i 182 came from a Fujian-style ship. With the h 183 of their teacher and two experienced craftsmen, they started their work in March, 2021.
H 184 , building a sailing ship was more difficult than they thought. A group of the students spent much time drawing, bringing wood together and raising the sails. Then, another group started to c 185 paint the ship. Liu Xinyi, a student who learns traditional Chinese painting, worked with her partners. One of their paintings is a bird with big wings. “My idea is from a traditional Chinese story about the bird Jingwei trying to fill the sea with stones, ” said Liu. They f 186 the ship after several months.
Now, the w 187 wooden sailing ship stands among teaching buildings. Teachers use the ship as a teaching tool. “It’s so great to encourage creativity in students and i 188 their hands-on skills, ” said one of the student group’s teachers, “We always b 189 our students! ”
参考答案
1．C 2．A 3．B 4．B 5．A 6．A 7．C 8．D 9．C 10．A 11．B 12．A 13．B 14．B 15．B
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【来源】江苏省徐州市沛县五中联盟学区2024-2025学年八年级上学期期末英语试题
【知识点】其他人、中华文化、个人经历、传统工艺
【导语】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要描述了一位名叫安旭的年轻人如何从大城市的工作回到家乡，通过自学和热爱成为了一名专注于制作与中国传统文化相关的木艺作品的木匠，并因此获得了广泛的关注和收入。
1．句意：仅仅两年时间，他就收获了近900万线上粉丝。
collected收集；guided引导；got得到；allowed允许。根据语境可知，此处是指在短短两年内他获得了近900万线上粉丝。故选C。
2．句意：安旭今年 26 岁，来自贵州省凤冈县龙山村。2011 年，他从高中辍学。
dropped放弃；lived生活；tried尝试；studied学习。根据下文“He then left home and tried several jobs in some big cities”可知，随后离开家乡，在一些大城市尝试了几份工作，所以此处是指安旭在2011年退学了；考查drop out of school“退学”，固定搭配。故选A。
3．句意：随后离开家乡，在一些大城市尝试了几份工作，但没有一份适合他。
any任何一个，常用于否定句和疑问句；none全无，指三者或三者以上都不，可指人或物；no one没有人，只能指人，且不与of 连用；nothing没有什么，指物。根据上文“tried several jobs in some big cities”可知，他尝试了几份工作，but表示转折，所以此处是指这些工作没有一个适合他。故选B。
4．句意：2019 年，听从父母的建议，他决定成为一名木匠，并且很快就爱上了这份工作。
love爱；advice建议；hope希望；skill技能。根据“taking the … of his parents, he decided to be a carpenter”可知，此处是指他听从了父母的建议决定成为木匠。故选B。
5．句意：在过去两年里，安旭持续从书籍和网站上学习新技能。
from从；with和；by通过；in在……里。根据“An has kept on learning new skills … books and websites”可知，此处是指安旭从书籍和网络上学习新技能；考查learn ... from ...“从……学习……”，固定搭配。故选A。
6．句意：遇到困难时，他会在网上搜索教学视频，一遍又一遍地练习。
search for搜索；deal with处理；talk with和……交谈；wait for等待。根据“When faced with difficulties, he woul

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