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人教版八年级下册英语 Unit 4 The Wonders of Nature 单元基础卷 答案及解析
（考试时间：80 分钟 满分：120 分）
Ⅰ. 短对话理解（每段对话读一遍）
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
1. M: I think the Great Barrier Reef is more amazing than I expected.
W: Me too. But I’m worried about its environment.
2. W: How tall is this bamboo
M: It’s about 20 metres. It grows much faster than other plants.
3. M: I plan to visit Mount Qomolangma next year.
W: That’s dangerous. You need to prepare well.
4. W: Do you know how deep the Mariana Trench is
M: It’s about 11,000 metres. No one can dive to the bottom easily.
5. M: Why do people protect bamboo forests
W: Because they are home to many animals. And bamboo is useful for humans.
6. W: I heard you visited the Sahara Desert. How was it
M: It’s very dry. I couldn’t find much water there.
7. M: Should we take measures to protect natural wonders
W: Of course. They are important for our planet.
8. W: This bamboo fan is beautiful. Where is it made
M: It’s made of bamboo from Sichuan. Bamboo there is very good.
9. M: How long does bamboo grow in a day
W: It can grow nearly one metre. It’s one of the fastest-growing plants.
10. W: I want to learn about the Great Barrier Reef.
M: You can read books or search online. There are many interesting facts.
Ⅱ. 长对话理解（每段对话读两遍）
听下面两段长对话，每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听第一段对话（回答第 11-12 题）
M: Hi, Lucy. What are you doing
W: I’m reading a book about bamboo.
M: Bamboo It’s very common in China.
W: Yes. It’s one of the most useful plants. It can be made into many things, like bowls and fans.
M: And it’s a symbol of virtue in China.
W: That’s right. I want to visit a bamboo forest next weekend.
M: Sounds great. I can go with you.
听第二段对话（回答第 13-15 题）
W: Hi, Tom. Did you go to the zoo yesterday
M: No, I went to a museum about natural wonders.
W: What did you see there
M: I saw many photos of Mount Qomolangma and the Great Barrier Reef.
W: How high is Mount Qomolangma
M: It’s 8,848.86 metres high. It’s the highest mountain in the world.
W: Wow. What about the Great Barrier Reef
M: It’s in Australia. It’s the largest coral reef in the world. But its environment is in danger.
W: That’s a pity. We should protect it.
M: I agree.
第一部分：听力 答案及解析（共 20 分）
一、听力答案
Ⅰ. 短对话理解（1-10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
1.B 2.A 3.B 4.B 5.B 6.B 7.A 8.B 9.A 10.B
Ⅱ. 长对话理解（11-15 小题，每小题 2 分，共 10 分）
11.C 12.A 13.C 14.A 15.B
二、听力解析
Ⅰ. 短对话理解：核心考察细节捕捉和简单推理，贴合单元“自然奇观”主题。
1. 关键句：W: But I’m worried about its environment.（担心大堡礁环境）→ 暗示环境需要关注，选B。
2. 关键句：M: It’s about 20 metres.（竹子约20米高）→ 选A；干扰项B与“grows much faster”矛盾。
3. 关键句：W: That’s dangerous.（计划很危险）→ 对应“risky（有风险的）”，选B。
4. 关键句：M: No one can dive to the bottom easily.（没人能轻易潜到海底）→ 说明潜水很难，选B。
5. 关键句：W: Because they are home to many animals.（竹林是动物家园）→ 选B；A、C与原文矛盾。
6. 关键句：M: It’s very dry.（撒哈拉很干燥）→ 选B。
7. 关键句：W: Of course.（当然应该保护自然奇观）→ 态度是同意保护，选A。
8. 关键句：M: It’s made of bamboo from Sichuan.（扇子由竹子制成）→ 选B。
9. 关键句：W: It can grow nearly one metre a day.（竹子长得快）→ 选A。
10. 关键句：M: You can read books or search online.（可以看书了解）→ 选B。
Ⅱ. 长对话理解：考察细节捕捉，贴合单元“竹子、自然奇观博物馆”场景。
11. 关键句：W: I’m reading a book about bamboo.（露西在看关于竹子的书）→ 选C。
12. 关键句：W: I want to visit a bamboo forest next weekend. M: Sounds great. I can go with you.（男士想一起去竹林）→ 选A。
13. 关键句：M: No, I went to a museum about natural wonders.（汤姆去了自然奇观博物馆）→ 选C。
14. 关键句：M: It’s 8,848.86 metres high.（珠峰高8848.86米）→ 选A。
15. 关键句：M: But its environment is in danger.（大堡礁环境濒危）→ 选B。
第二部分：笔试 答案及解析（共 100 分）
Ⅰ. 完形填空（15 小题，每小题 1 分，共 15 分）
答案：
16.A 17.B 18.C 19.A 20.C 21.D 22.C 23.B 24.A 25.B 26.D 27.A 28.A 29.B 30.D
解析：
核心主题：竹子的特点、用途及保护，贴合单元“自然奇观”分支话题，考察基础词汇和简单语法。
16. A（fastest）：前文提到“bamboo grows very fast”，对应“one of the fastest-growing plants（生长最快的植物之一）”，选A。
17. B（last）：句意“竹屋很坚固，能持续很多年”，last for 表示“持续”，选B；A（居住）、C（生长）、D（停留）语义不符。
18. C（depend）：固定搭配 depend on 表示“依靠”，句意“许多熊猫每天依靠竹子生存”，选C。
19. A（can）：句意“竹林也是许多其他动物的家园，它们能安全地生活在森林里”，can 表示“能够”，选A。
20. C（brave）：前文提到“stands for courage and modesty”，对应“brave（勇敢的）”，选C；A（虚弱的）、D（柔软的）与语境矛盾。
21. D（Because）：后文“some people cut down too many bamboos”是竹林变小的原因，because 引导原因状语从句，选D。
22. C（worried）：句意“这让熊猫失去家园，我们都为它们的未来感到担心”，be worried about 表示“担心”，选C。
23. B（protect）：结合上下文，竹林面临危机，所以我们需要“保护（protect）”竹林，选B；A（破坏）、C（砍伐）、D（燃烧）与主旨相反。
24. A（randomly）：句意“我们可以种更多竹子，停止随意砍伐它们”，randomly 表示“随意地”，选A；B（仔细地）、C（缓慢地）语义不符。
25. B（fresher）：句意“竹子能吸收二氧化碳、释放氧气，让空气更清新”，fresher 表示“更清新的”，选B；C、D与语境矛盾。
26. D（so）：句意“我们应该告诉更多人竹子的重要性，这样每个人都能加入保护工作”，so that 表示“以便、这样”，选D。
27. A（behind）：固定搭配 leave...behind 表示“留下……”，句意“参观竹林时，我们不应该留下垃圾”，选A。
28. A（more）：固定句式 the more...the better... 表示“越多……越好……”，句意“我们有越多竹子，环境就越好”，选A。
29. B（and）：前后句“竹子教会我们坚强有用”和“它值得我们爱护和保护”是并列关系，用and连接，选B。
30. D（forever）：句意“只有这样，我们才能保护竹子和依靠它生存的动物直到永远”，forever 表示“永远”，选D。
Ⅱ. 阅读理解（15 小题，每小题 2 分，共 30 分）
答案：
31.C 32.B 33.D 34.B 35.C 36.A 37.D 38.B 39.C 40.B 41.C 42.B 43.C 44.A 45.D
解析：
A篇（珠峰）
31. C：原文定位“ It is located on the border between China and Nepal. ”（珠峰位于中尼边境），选C。
32. B：原文定位“ but the mountain has become overcrowded... damaging its environment ”（珠峰拥挤且污染严重），选B。
33. D：原文定位“ Nepal plans to set a 7,000-meter climbing threshold to protect the mountain ”（尼泊尔计划设定7000米攀登门槛），选D。
B篇（大堡礁）
34. B：原文定位“ The Great Barrier Reef... is the largest coral reef system in the world ”（大堡礁是世界最大珊瑚礁系统），选B。
35. C：原文定位“ housing 400 types of coral... endangered species like dugongs and green turtles ”（没有提到熊猫），选C。
36. A：原文定位“ Climate change is the biggest threat ”（气候变化是最大威胁），选A。
37. D：原文定位“ the Australian government has launched the Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan, which includes reducing pollution... ”（计划目的是保护大堡礁），选D。
C篇（竹子）
38. B：原文定位“ There are more than 1,000 kinds of bamboos in the world ”（世界上有超过1000种竹子），选B。
39. C：原文定位“ Bamboo is famous for its fast growth rate... It is also extremely strong and flexible ”（竹子生长快、坚固有韧性，因此珍贵），选C；注意题干中选项B重复，正确选项为C。
40. B：原文定位“ representing modesty, perseverance, and bravery ”（竹子象征谦逊、坚韧和勇敢），选B。
41. C：原文定位“ its dense root system can prevent floods and soil erosion ”（竹子根系能预防洪水），选C；A、B与原文矛盾。
D篇（撒哈拉沙漠）
42. B：原文定位“ usually less than 25 centimetres a year ”（撒哈拉年降水量通常少于25厘米），选B。
43. C：原文定位“ mostly nomadic tribes like the Tuareg and Fulani ”（图阿雷格部落生活在撒哈拉），选C。
44. A：原文定位“ This is mainly caused by climate change and human activities ”（撒哈拉扩张是因为气候变化和人类活动），选A。
45. D：原文定位“ camels... can live without water for weeks and walk on sand easily with their wide hooves ”（骆驼宽蹄便于在沙子上行走），选D。
Ⅲ. 任务型阅读（5 小题，每小题 2 分，共 10 分）
答案：
46.B 47.D 48.A 49.C 50.F
解析：
核心主题：保护自然奇观的方法，匹配段落核心句即可选出答案。
46. B：段落核心“ We should learn about natural wonders ”（了解自然奇观）→ 对应选项B（Learn about natural wonders）。
47. D：段落核心“ We should not throw rubbish... take our rubbish away ”（带走垃圾）→ 对应选项D（Take away rubbish）。
48. A：段落核心“ We should reduce pollution ”（减少污染）→ 对应选项A（Stop polluting the environment）。
49. C：段落核心“ We should plant more trees and flowers ”（多种植物）→ 对应选项C（Plant more plants）。
50. F：段落核心“ We should tell our family and friends... Let more people join us ”（告诉他人加入）→ 对应选项F（Tell others to join in）。
Ⅳ. 词汇部分（共 25 分）
A. 选词填空（5 小题，每小题 1 分，共 5 分）
答案：51.protect 52.wonder 53.survive 54.attracts 55.measured
解析：
51. protect：情态动词 should 后接动词原形，protect...from... 表示“保护……免受……”，贴合句意。
52. wonder：不定冠词 a 后接名词，natural wonder 表示“自然奇观”，贴合大堡礁的身份。
53. survive：情态动词 can 后接动词原形，survive 表示“生存”，贴合“动物在寒冷环境中生存”句意。
54. attracts：主语 the beautiful scenery（美景）是单数，一般现在时，动词用三单形式 attracts（吸引）。
55. measured：时间状语 yesterday 提示用一般过去时，measure 表示“测量”，过去式为 measured。
B. 短文填空（10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
答案：56.widely 57.folding 58.virtue 59.depend 60.protect 61.stop 62.absorb 63.serve 64.During 65.Only
解析：
56. widely（广泛地）：副词修饰动词 used，贴合“竹子被广泛用于日常生活”句意。
57. folding（折叠的）：首字母 f 提示，folding fans 表示“折扇”，是单元重点短语。
58. virtue（美德）：中文提示，对应“bamboo is a symbol of virtue”（竹子是美德的象征）。
59. depend（依靠）：首字母 d 提示，depend on 是固定搭配，贴合“熊猫依靠竹子为食”。
60. protect（保护）：结合上下文，竹林变小，需要“保护”竹林，贴合主旨。
61. stop（停止）：首字母 s 提示，stop doing sth. 表示“停止做某事”，对应“停止砍伐竹子”。
62. absorb（吸收）：中文提示，对应“吸收二氧化碳”，动词原形（can 后接原形）。
63. serve（服务）：中文提示，make it serve us better 表示“让它更好地为我们服务”。
64. During（在……期间）：中文提示，during the trip 表示“在旅行期间”，首字母大写。
65. Only（只有）：首字母 O 提示，only in this way 表示“只有这样”，是固定句式。
C. 语法填空（10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
答案：66.is located 67.climbing 68.successfully 69.to climb 70.have come 71.lives 72.better 73.grows 74.be 75.more beautiful
解析：
66. is located：固定搭配 be located on 表示“位于……”，主语 it 是单数，用 is。
67. climbing：dream of 后接动名词，climb 的动名词形式为 climbing。
68. successfully：副词修饰动词 climbed，success 的副词形式为 successfully（成功地）。
69. to climb：固定句式 the first people to do sth. 表示“第一个做某事的人”，用不定式 to climb。
70. have come：since then（从那以后）提示用现在完成时，主语 many climbers 是复数，用 have come。
71. lives：lose one’s life 表示“失去生命”，主语 some climbers 是复数，life 变复数 lives。
72. better：固定句式 the more...the better... 表示“越多……越好……”，good 的比较级为 better。
73. grows：主语 it（竹子）是单数，一般现在时，动词用三单形式 grows。
74. be：let sb./sth. do sth. 表示“让……做某事”，let 后接动词原形 be。
75. more beautiful：make sth. + 形容词比较级，表示“让某物更……”，beautiful 的比较级为 more beautiful。
Ⅴ. 书面表达（20 分）
一、参考范文
Dear Peter,
I’m glad to tell you about my favorite natural wonder — bamboo. It grows very fast, and some kinds can grow nearly one metre a day. It is also very useful. People use it to make many things, like folding fans and bowls.
Bamboo is important to humans and animals. Many pandas depend on it for food, and it can also protect the environment. To protect bamboo, we should plant more bamboos and stop cutting them down randomly.
I hope you can learn more about bamboo one day.
Yours,
Li Hua/ 让教学更有效 高效备考 | 英语学科
人教版八年级下册英语 Unit 4 The Wonders of Nature 单元基础卷
（考试时间：80 分钟 满分：120 分）
第一部分：听力（共 20 分）
Ⅰ. 短对话理解（10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
（ ）1.What does the woman imply
She doesn’t like the Great Barrier Reef.
The Great Barrier Reef’s environment needs attention.
C. She thinks the Great Barrier Reef is not amazing.
（ ）2. What can we learn from the dialogue
A. The bamboo is 20 metres tall.
B. Bamboo grows slower than other plants.
C. The man doesn’t know the bamboo’s height.
（ ）3. What does the woman think of the man’s plan
A. It’s interesting. B. It’s risky. C. It’s easy.
（ ）4. What does the man mean
A. The Mariana Trench is not deep.
B. Diving to the bottom of the trench is difficult.
C. Many people have dived to the bottom.
（ ）5. What’s the reason for protecting bamboo forests
A. Bamboo is useless for humans.
B. Bamboo forests are animal habitats.
C. Bamboo forests are not important.
（ ）6. What’s the Sahara Desert like
A. It’s wet. B. It’s dry. C. It’s cool.
（ ）7. What’s the woman’s attitude
A. She agrees to protect natural wonders.
B. She doesn’t care about natural wonders.
C. She thinks natural wonders are not important.
（ ）8. What is the fan made of
A. Wood. B. Bamboo. C. Paper.
（ ）9. What’s special about bamboo
A. It grows very fast. B. It grows very slowly. C. It doesn’t grow in a day.
（ ）10. How can the woman learn about the Great Barrier Reef
A. By watching TV. B. By reading books. C. By visiting it.
Ⅱ. 长对话理解（5 小题，每小题 2 分，共 10 分）
听下面两段长对话，每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
第一段对话（第 11-12 题）
（ ）11.What is Lucy doing
Watching TV. B. Playing sports. C. Reading a book about bamboo.
（ ）12.What does the man want to do next weekend
A. Go to the bamboo forest with Lucy. B. Visit a museum. C. Stay at home.
第二段对话（第 13-15 题）
（ ）13.Where did Tom go yesterday
To the zoo. B. To the park. C. To a natural wonders museum.
（ ）14.How high is Mount Qomolangma
8,848.86 metres. B. 8,844.43 metres. C. 11,000 metres.
（ ）15.What’s the problem with the Great Barrier Reef
A. It’s too small. B. Its environment is in danger. C. There are no animals there.
听力材料
Ⅰ. 短对话理解（每段对话读一遍）
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
M: I think the Great Barrier Reef is more amazing than I expected.
W: Me too. But I’m worried about its environment.
W: How tall is this bamboo
M: It’s about 20 metres. It grows much faster than other plants.
M: I plan to visit Mount Qomolangma next year.
W: That’s dangerous. You need to prepare well.
W: Do you know how deep the Mariana Trench is
M: It’s about 11,000 metres. No one can dive to the bottom easily.
M: Why do people protect bamboo forests
W: Because they are home to many animals. And bamboo is useful for humans.
W: I heard you visited the Sahara Desert. How was it
M: It’s very dry. I couldn’t find much water there.
M: Should we take measures to protect natural wonders
W: Of course. They are important for our planet.
W: This bamboo fan is beautiful. Where is it made
M: It’s made of bamboo from Sichuan. Bamboo there is very good.
M: How long does bamboo grow in a day
W: It can grow nearly one metre. It’s one of the fastest-growing plants.
W: I want to learn about the Great Barrier Reef.
M: You can read books or search online. There are many interesting facts.
Ⅱ. 长对话理解
听下面两段长对话，每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，每段对话读两遍。
第一段对话（第 11-12 题）
M: Hi, Lucy. What are you doing
W: I’m reading a book about bamboo.
M: Bamboo It’s very common in China.
W: Yes. It’s one of the most useful plants. It can be made into many things, like bowls and fans.
M: And it’s a symbol of virtue in China.
W: That’s right. I want to visit a bamboo forest next weekend.
M: Sounds great. I can go with you.
第二段对话（第 13-15 题）
W: Hi, Tom. Did you go to the zoo yesterday
M: No, I went to a museum about natural wonders.
W: What did you see there
M: I saw many photos of Mount Qomolangma and the Great Barrier Reef.
W: How high is Mount Qomolangma
M: It’s 8,848.86 metres high. It’s the highest mountain in the world.
W: Wow. What about the Great Barrier Reef
M: It’s in Australia. It’s the largest coral reef in the world. But its environment is in danger.
W: That’s a pity. We should protect it.
M: I agree.
第二部分：笔试（共 100 分）
Ⅰ. 完形填空（15 小题，每小题 1 分，共 15 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Bamboo is one of the most amazing plants in the world. It grows in many parts of China and other countries. Unlike other plants, bamboo grows very fast. Some kinds can grow nearly one metre a day. It’s one of the 16 fastest-growing plants on Earth. Bamboo is very useful for humans. People use it to make many things, such as folding fans, bowls and furniture. It’s also a good material for buildings. In some places, bamboo houses are very strong and can 17 last for many years. Bamboo is also important for animals. Many pandas 18 depend on bamboo every day. Without bamboo, pandas would have no food. Bamboo forests are also home to many other animals, like birds and monkeys, which 19 live in the forests safely.
In Chinese culture, bamboo is a symbol of virtue. It stands for courage and modesty. Many poets and painters like to use bamboo as their subject. They think bamboo is 20 brave and strong, never bending to strong winds.
However, bamboo forests are becoming smaller and smaller 21 because some people cut down too many bamboos for money. This makes pandas lose their homes, and we all feel 22 worried about their future. We need to 23 protect bamboo forests. We can plant more bamboos and stop cutting them down 24 randomly. Besides, bamboo is good for the environment. It can absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, making the air 25 fresher. It can also prevent floods and protect the soil. We should tell more people about the importance of bamboo, 26 so that everyone joins in the protection work.
When visiting bamboo forests, we should not leave rubbish 27 behind. We should take care of every bamboo and let them grow well. The 28 more bamboos we have, the better the environment will be. Bamboo teaches us to be strong and useful, 29 and it deserves our love and protection. Only in this way can we protect bamboo and the animals that depend on it 30 forever.
（ ）16.A. fastest B. slowest C. tallest D. shortest
（ ）17. A. live B. last C. grow D. stay
（ ）18. A. feed B. eat C. depend D. live
（ ）19. A. can B. must C. should D. will
（ ）20. A. weak B. thin C. brave D. soft
（ ）21. A. And B. But C. So D. Because
（ ）22. A. happy B. sad C. worried D. excited
（ ）23. A. destroy B. protect C. cut D. burn
（ ）24. A. randomly B. carefully C. slowly D. quickly
（ ）25. A. cleaner B. fresher C. dirtier D. worse
（ ）26. A. what B. that C. who D. so
（ ）27. A. behind B. away C. out D. off
（ ）28. A. more B. fewer C. better D. worse
（ ）29. A. but B. and C. or D. so
（ ）30. A. never B. always C. sometimes D. forever
Ⅱ. 阅读理解（15 小题，每小题 2 分，共 30 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Mount Qomolangma, meaning “Mother of the Earth” in Tibetan, is the highest mountain in the world, standing at 8,848.86 metres above sea level. It is located on the border between China and Nepal, and is a sacred symbol in Tibetan culture, regarded as the home of five goddesses of longevity. Local people show respect to this “holy mountain” through rituals like mountain circumambulation. Climbing Mount Qomolangma is extremely difficult due to its harsh natural conditions—peak temperatures can drop to -50℃, winds often reach 90 meters per second, and the thin air causes severe hypoxia. Besides, the complex terrain with dangerous ice towers and hidden crevasses poses great risks of falls and avalanches.
In 1960, a Chinese team successfully climbed Mount Qomolangma from the north side, marking the first time humans had conquered the mountain from this route. In 1975, another Chinese team climbed it again and left a ladder on the mountain, which later helped countless climbers. Now, more and more people desire to climb it, but the mountain has become overcrowded during climbing seasons, leading to traffic jams in the “death zone” above 8,000 meters. Worse still, hundreds of climbers’ bodies and tons of garbage have been left on the mountain, damaging its environment. Both China and Nepal have taken measures—China cleans up the north side regularly, while Nepal plans to set a 7,000-meter climbing threshold to protect the mountain. We should respect and protect this precious natural wonder.
（ ）31. Where is Mount Qomolangma located
In China. B. In Nepal. C. On the border of China and Nepal. D. In Tibet.
（ ）32. What problem does Mount Qomolangma face now
Lack of climbing routes. B. Overcrowding and environmental pollution.
C. Too many rituals. D. Low climbing fees.
（ ）33. What measure does Nepal plan to take to protect Mount Qomolangma
Ban all climbing activities. B. Raise the climbing fee to 20,000 dollars.
C. Clean up garbage every day. D. Set a 7,000-meter climbing threshold.
B
The Great Barrier Reef, located on the northeastern coast of Australia, is the largest coral reef system in the world, covering an area of about 345,000 square kilometres. It is a precious marine ecosystem, housing 400 types of coral, 1,500 species of fish, and 4,000 kinds of molluscs. It is also the habitat of endangered species like dugongs (sea cows) and green turtles, making it of great scientific value. Every year, millions of tourists from around the world visit here to swim, dive, and snorkel, enjoying the beautiful coral and colourful marine life.
However, the Great Barrier Reef is in serious danger and its condition is deteriorating. Climate change is the biggest threat—five mass coral bleaching events since 2016 have killed a large amount of coral. Rising water temperatures break the symbiosis between coral and algae, turning coral white and lifeless. Besides, water pollution from sediment and nutrient runoff, overfishing, and coastal development also damage the reef. To save it, the Australian government has launched the Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan, which includes reducing pollution, planting more coral, and strengthening climate adaptation. Local communities and environmental groups also join in the protection efforts, calling on people around the world to cherish this natural treasure.
（ ）34. What is the Great Barrier Reef
The largest desert in the world. B. The largest coral reef system in the world.
C. The highest mountain in Australia. D. The largest lake in the world.
（ ）35. Which animal is NOT a resident of the Great Barrier Reef
A.Dugongs. B. Green turtles. C. Pandas. D. Fish.
（ ）36. What is the main threat to the Great Barrier Reef
Climate change. B. Lack of tourists.
C. Too much rain. D. Cold water temperature.
（ ）37. What is the Reef 2050 Plan for
Attracting more tourists. B. Building hotels near the reef.
C. Developing fishing industry. D. Protecting the Great Barrier Reef.
C
Bamboo is a unique type of grass that mainly grows in warm and wet regions such as Southeast Asia and southern China. There are more than 1,000 kinds of bamboos in the world, with great differences in height—some can grow up to 30 meters tall, while others are only 20 centimeters short. Bamboo is famous for its fast growth rate; some species can grow nearly one meter a day, making it one of the fastest-growing plants on Earth. It is also extremely strong and flexible, with a tensile strength comparable to steel, which makes it a valuable material.
People have used bamboo for thousands of years. It can be made into a wide range of products, including folding fans, bowls, chopsticks, furniture, and even houses. Bamboo pulp is also an important raw material for making paper. In Chinese culture, bamboo is a symbol of virtue, representing modesty, perseverance, and bravery. It is often depicted in traditional paintings and poems—many ancient poets praised bamboo for standing firmly in strong winds without bending. Besides, bamboo is environmentally friendly: it absorbs a large amount of carbon dioxide and releases oxygen, and its dense root system can prevent floods and soil erosion. Protecting bamboo forests is crucial for maintaining ecological balance.
（ ）38. How many kinds of bamboos are there in the world
A.More than 100. B. More than 1,000.
C. More than 10,000. D. More than 100,000.
（ ）39. Why is bamboo a valuable material
It is rare and expensive. B. It grows slowly and is hard to get.
It is strong, flexible and grows fast. D. It can only be used to make paper.
（ ）40. What does bamboo symbolize in Chinese culture
Wealth and fame. B. Modesty and perseverance.
C. Laziness and weakness. D. Anger and sadness.
（ ）41. How does bamboo protect the environment
It absorbs oxygen and releases carbon dioxide. B. It causes soil erosion.
C. Its root system prevents floods. D. It needs a lot of water to grow.
D
The Sahara Desert, the largest desert in the world, covers most of North Africa, spanning over 9 million square kilometres. It is an extreme environment with little rainfall—usually less than 25 centimetres a year, and some areas even have no rain for decades. The temperature here is extremely extreme: it can reach over 50℃ during the day, but drop to below 0℃ at night, with a huge daily temperature difference. The desert is mainly covered by sand dunes, gravel plains, and rocky plateaus, with scarce vegetation and water sources.
Despite the harsh conditions, a few plants and animals have adapted to survive here. Cacti store water in their thick stems, while acacia trees have long roots to reach underground water. Camels, known as the “ships of the desert”, can live without water for weeks and walk on sand easily with their wide hooves. Humans have lived in the Sahara for thousands of years, mostly nomadic tribes like the Tuareg and Fulani. They move from place to place with their livestock, living in tents and relying on animals for food, water, and transportation. However, conflicts between herders and farmers often occur due to interrupted migration routes and scarce resources.
Now, the Sahara Desert is expanding year by year, a phenomenon called desertification. This is mainly caused by climate change and human activities such as overgrazing, deforestation, and improper land use. The expansion threatens nearby farmland and villages, affecting millions of people’s lives. International organizations and local governments are taking actions—promoting water-saving agriculture, planting sand-fixing plants, and strengthening environmental protection laws. Protecting the environment is the only way to stop the desert from expanding further.
（ ）42. What is the annual rainfall in the Sahara Desert
Usually more than 100 centimetres. B. Usually less than 25 centimetres.
C. Usually more than 50 centimetres. D. Usually less than 5 centimetres.
（ ）43. Which tribe lives in the Sahara Desert
The Maori. B. The Inuit. C. The Tuareg. D. The Cherokee.
（ ）44. Why is the Sahara Desert expanding
Because of climate change and human activities. B. Because it rains too much.
C. Because there are too many plants. D. Because it is too cold.
（ ）45. What is the function of camels’ wide hooves
Storing water for a long time. B. Reaching underground water.
C. Protecting themselves from enemies. D. Walking on sand easily.
Ⅲ. 任务型阅读（5 小题，每小题 2 分，共 10 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to Protect Natural Wonders Natural wonders are precious gifts from nature. They are important for our planet. However, many natural wonders are in danger. Here are some ways to protect them. 46. ________ We should learn about natural wonders and their importance. Only when we know their value can we protect them better. 47. ________ We should not throw rubbish in natural wonders. We should take our rubbish away when we visit them. 48. ________ We should reduce pollution. Pollution is one of the biggest threats to natural wonders. We can walk or ride bikes instead of driving cars. 49. ________ We should plant more trees and flowers. They can make the environment better and protect natural wonders. 50. ________ We should tell our family and friends about the importance of protecting natural wonders. Let more people join us.
Stop polluting the environment.
Learn about natural wonders.
Plant more plants.
Take away rubbish.
Travel by plane.
Tell others to join in.
G. Cut down more trees.
Ⅳ. 词汇部分（25 分）
A. 选词填空（5 小题，每小题 1 分，共 5 分）
从方框中选择适当的词，并用其正确形式填空，每个词限用一次。
protect, wonder, survive, attract, measure
We should ________ the environment from pollution.
The Great Barrier Reef is a natural ________ in the world.
Some animals can ________ in cold conditions.
The beautiful scenery ________ many tourists every year.
55. Scientists ________ the height of the mountain yesterday.
B. 短文填空（10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
阅读下面短文，根据中文提示、首字母提示或上下文语境填空，每空限填一词。
Bamboo is a kind of useful plant. It grows very fast and is 56. ________（广泛地）used in our daily life. People use bamboo to make 57. f________ fans, bowls and furniture. In China, bamboo is a symbol of 58. ________（美德）. It stands for courage and modesty. Many pandas 59. d________ on bamboo for food. Without bamboo, pandas would have no food to eat. However, bamboo forests are becoming smaller and smaller. Some people cut down too many bamboos for money. We need to 60. p________ bamboo forests. We can plant more bamboos and 61. s________ cutting them down. Bamboo is also good for the environment. It can 62. ________（吸收）carbon dioxide and release oxygen. It can also prevent floods. Let’s work together to protect bamboo and make it 63. ________（服务）us better. 64. ________（在……期间）the trip to the bamboo forest last week, I saw many beautiful bamboos. I hope more people can join us to protect bamboo forests. 65. O________ in this way can we protect the pandas and other animals that live in bamboo forests.
C. 语法填空（10 小题，每小题 1 分，共 10 分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Mount Qomolangma is the highest mountain in the world. It 66. ________（locate）on the border of China and Nepal. Many people dream of 67. ________（climb）it. But climbing it is very risky. The weather there is bad. It often rains and snows. The air is thin, so people need to take oxygen tanks to breathe. In 1960, a Chinese team 68. ________（success）climbed Mount Qomolangma from the north side. They were the first people 69. ________（climb）it from this side. Since then, many climbers 70. ________（come）to climb it. Some climbers lose their 71. ________（life）because of the bad weather. We should respect the mountain and protect its environment. We can’t leave rubbish there. We should also plant more trees around the mountain. The more trees we plant, the 72. ________（good）the environment will be. Bamboo is also a kind of plant that grows near the mountain. It 73. ________（grow）very fast. It can prevent floods and protect the soil. We should protect bamboo forests and let them 74. ________（be）home to many animals. Only by protecting the environment can we make Mount Qomolangma 75. ________（beautiful）.
Ⅴ. 书面表达（20 分）
假设你是李华，你的英国笔友 Peter 想了解你喜欢的自然奇观，请你给他写一封电子邮件，介绍你喜欢的竹子，说明其特点和价值，并给出保护竹子的建议。
提示：1. 特点：生长快、用途广；
2.价值：对人类和动物重要；
3. 保护建议：多种植、不滥砍滥伐。
要求：1. 词数 70-90 词；
2.内容完整，语法正确，语句流畅；
3. 不得出现真实姓名和校名。
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