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Unit 4 The Wonders of Nature 单元提升检测卷
（时间：70分钟 满分：90分）
一、语法选择（本大题共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）
请通读下面短文，掌握其大意，根据语法和上下文连贯的要求，从每小题所给的三个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
The natural world is full of amazing wonders. Last summer, I visited a ____1____ waterfall in the countryside. It was much ____2____ than any other I had seen before. Standing near it, I could feel the cool mist on ____3____ face. The sound of the water was so loud ____4____ I could barely hear my friend talking. ____5____ it was rainy that day, we still stayed there for hours.
I learned that this waterfall ____6____ formed by a river running through the mountains thousands of years ago. Local people say it’s a ____7____ place to relax and forget about busy city life. Every year, thousands of tourists come ____8____ its beauty. I think seeing such wonders makes us ____9____ how great nature is. ____10____ you ever visited a wonderful natural site
( )1. A. beautiful B. beautifully C. more beautiful
( )2. A. amazing B. more amazing C. most amazing
( )3. A. my B. mine C. I
( )4. A. that B. so C. but
( )5. A. Because B. Though C. If
( )6. A. is B. was C. has been
( )7. A. perfect B. perfectly C. more perfect
( )8. A. enjoy B. enjoying C. to enjoy
( )9. A. realize B. realizing C. realized
( )10. A. Do B. Have C. Will
二、完形填空（本大题共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）
请通读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每小题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
Last month, our school organized a trip to Green Mountain National Park to learn about natural wonders. All students ____11____ to join in this exciting activity.
On the way, our teacher ____12____ us about the park’s history. She said it was home to many ____13____ plants and animals, and there was a famous cave hidden in the mountain. When we arrived, we ____14____ a guide who took us around the park.
First, we visited the cave. It was dark inside, ____15____ we used flashlights to see the beautiful rock shapes. The guide told us these rocks ____16____ over millions of years. Then, we walked to a lake at the foot of the mountain. The water was so ____17____ that we could see the fish swimming clearly.
In the afternoon, we had a talk about protecting natural wonders. We learned that some of them are in danger because of pollution. We decided to ____18____ a poster to tell more people to care for nature. Before leaving, we ____19____ some rubbish we found around the lake.
This trip taught me that natural wonders are precious. We should ____20____ them for future generations.
( )11. A. invited B. were invited C. invite D. inviting
( )12. A. told B. spoke C. said D. talked
( )13. A. rare B. common C. ugly D. fast
( )14. A. met B. made C. became D. got
( )15. A. but B. so C. or D. because
( )16. A. form B. formed C. are formed D. were formed
( )17. A. dirty B. clear C. warm D. cold
( )18. A. put up B. give up C. make up D. set up
( )19. A. picked up B. looked up C. turned up D. took up
( )20. A. harm B. destroy C. protect D. ignore
三、阅读理解（本大题共15小题，每小题2分，共30分）
请阅读A、B、C三篇短文，从每小题所给的四个选项中选出能回答所提问题或完成所给句子的最佳答案。
A
The Great Blue Hole A famous underwater cave in Belize. - Dive to see colorful corals and sea creatures. - Guided tours available every morning. Best time to visit: March to May Tel: 5566778 Victoria Falls One of the largest waterfalls in the world, between Zambia and Zimbabwe. - Take a boat tour to feel the mist. - Watch the sunset over the falls for a beautiful view. Best time to visit: November to April Website:
Mount Fuji The highest mountain in Japan. - Climb to the top for amazing sunrise views. - Visit the nearby lakes in summer. Best time to visit: July to August Email: mountfuji@tour.jp The Grand Canyon A huge canyon in the US, carved by the Colorado River. - Hike along the trails to see different rock layers. - Take a helicopter tour for a bird’s-eye view. Best time to visit: September to October Call: 8899001
( )21. If you want to dive underwater to see sea creatures, you can go to ______.
A. Victoria Falls B. The Great Blue Hole C. Mount Fuji D. The Grand Canyon
( )22. When is the best time to visit Victoria Falls
A. March to May B. July to August C. November to April D. September to October
( )23. Which place offers a helicopter tour
A. The Grand Canyon B. Mount Fuji C. The Great Blue Hole D. Victoria Falls
( )24. How can you get more information about Mount Fuji
A. Call 5566778 B. Email mountfuji@tour.jp C. Visit D. Call 8899001
( )25. What do all these places have in common
A. They are all mountains. B. They are all natural wonders. C. You can climb all of them. D. They are in the same country.
B
Natural wonders are amazing sights created by nature. Let’s look at some of them.
The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis, are colorful lights in the sky near the North Pole. They usually appear at night, in colors like green, pink, and purple. Scientists say they are caused by solar winds hitting the Earth’s atmosphere.
Another wonder is the Great Barrier Reef in Australia. It is the largest coral reef system in the world. Thousands of fish, turtles, and other sea animals live there. It’s so big that you can even see it from space!
The Sahara Desert is the largest hot desert in the world. It covers most of North Africa. During the day, temperatures can reach 50°C, but at night it can get very cold. Even though it’s dry, some plants and animals can survive there, like cacti and camels.
These natural wonders show us how powerful and beautiful nature is. We must protect them so people can enjoy them for years to come.
( )26. What is the main idea of the passage
A. How to visit natural wonders. B. Different natural wonders around the world. C. Why we should protect nature. D. The history of natural wonders.
( )27. What causes the Northern Lights
A. Solar winds hitting the Earth’s atmosphere. B. The reflection of the sun on the ocean. C. Volcanic eruptions near the North Pole. D. Clouds changing colors at night.
( )28. Where is the Great Barrier Reef located
A. In North Africa. B. Near the North Pole. C. In Australia. D. In the US.
( )29. Which of the following is true about the Sahara Desert
A. It is the largest desert in the world. B. Temperatures are hot both day and night. C. No animals can live there. D. It covers most of North Africa.
( )30. Why should we protect natural wonders
A. Because they are expensive to visit. B. Because they are important for animals and future people. C. Because they are only found in faraway places. D. Because scientists need to study them.
C
配对阅读。上栏是五位同学的需求，下栏是七则与自然相关的活动信息。请为每位同学匹配合适的活动。
( )31. Sarah wants to learn how to take good photos of natural landscapes.
( )32. Tom is interested in learning about the Northern Lights and how they form.
( )33. Lisa wants to join a trip to explore the Great Barrier Reef and see sea animals.
( )34. Jack wants to know how to protect coral reefs from pollution.
( )35. Amy wants to climb a mountain and watch the sunrise at the top.
A. Landscape Photography Workshop: Learn tips for taking beautiful photos of mountains, waterfalls, and forests. Time: 2:00 pm, Saturday.
B. Northern Lights Science Talk: A scientist will explain how the Northern Lights form and where to see them. Time: 4:00 pm, Friday.
C. Great Barrier Reef Dive Tour: Dive into the reef to see colorful corals and sea creatures. Time: 8:00 am, Sunday.
D. Coral Protection Seminar: Learn about the threats to coral reefs and how we can help protect them. Time: 3:00 pm, Thursday.
E. Mountain Climbing Trip: Climb a nearby mountain and watch the sunrise from the top. Time: 5:00 am, Saturday.
F. Desert Survival Class: Learn how to survive in hot desert conditions. Time: 9:00 am, Sunday.
G. River Rafting Activity: Enjoy an exciting rafting trip down a fast-flowing river. Time: 10:00 am, Saturday.
四、短文填空（本大题共10小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）
请从方框内选择适当的词并用其正确形式填空，使文章完整连贯。注意每空一词，每词仅用一次，有两词为多余项。
`wonder, beautiful, visit, amazing, but, can, explore
learn, peaceful, nature, discover, their`
My name is Lily. I love ____36____ more than anything. Every weekend, I try to ____37____ different natural sites near my home. Last week, I went to a forest with my dad. It was a ____38____ place, with tall trees and small rivers.
We found a small cave, which was an unexpected ____39____. Inside, we could ____40____ strange rock shapes that looked like animals. My dad told me these rocks were formed over thousands of years. I felt so excited to see such a magical place.
I used to think natural wonders were only faraway places, ____41____ now I know there are amazing things right around us. I ____42____ also learn a lot from these trips, like how plants grow without much water.
Next month, I plan to ____43____ a famous waterfall with my classmates. I’m sure it will be an ____44____ experience. I hope everyone takes time to enjoy the beauty of nature and ____45____ more about the world around us.
五、读写综合（本大题分为A、B两部分，共25分）
A. 回答问题（本题共5小题，每小题2分，共10分）
请阅读下面短文，根据所提供的信息，回答5个问题。
Natural wonders are important parts of our planet, but many are in danger. Here are some tips to help protect them:
1. Reduce pollution: Don’t throw rubbish in natural sites, and use less plastic. Plastic waste can harm animals and damage landscapes.
2. Follow rules: When visiting parks or reserves, stay on marked trails. Don’t pick plants or disturb animals.
3. Learn and share: Read books or watch documentaries about natural wonders, then tell your friends and family why they need protection.
4. Support organizations: Donate money to groups that work to protect natural sites, or volunteer to help clean up beaches or forests.
By following these tips, we can help keep natural wonders safe for everyone to enjoy.
46. What is one way to reduce pollution mentioned in the passage
___________________________________________________________________
47. Why should we stay on marked trails when visiting natural sites
___________________________________________________________________
48. How can we share information about natural wonders
___________________________________________________________________
49. What two things can we do to support protection organizations
___________________________________________________________________
50. What is the main purpose of these tips
___________________________________________________________________
B. 书面表达（本题15分）
请根据要求完成短文写作。
你是李明，给笔友John写一封信，介绍你最喜欢的自然奇观。内容包括：
(1) 你最喜欢的自然奇观是什么，在哪里；
(2) 它的特点；
(3) 你为什么喜欢它。
作文要求：
(1) 不能照抄原文；不得在作文中出现真实校名、地名和考生的真实姓名。
(2) 语句连贯，词数60左右。作文的开头和结尾已经给出，不计入总词数。
Dear John,
I’m glad to hear you love natural wonders. I want to tell you about my favorite one.
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
I hope you can visit it someday!
Yours,
Li Ming
参考答案
一、语法选择
1. A 2. B 3. A 4. A 5. B 6. B 7. A 8. C 9. A 10. B
二、完形填空
11. B 12. A 13. A 14. A 15. B 16. D 17. B 18. C 19. A 20. C
三、阅读理解
21. B 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. B 26. B 27. A 28. C 29. D 30. B 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. D 35. E
四、短文填空
36. nature 37. explore 38. peaceful 39. wonder 40. discover 41. but 42. can 43. visit 44. amazing 45. learn
五、读写综合
A. 回答问题
46. Don’t throw rubbish in natural sites. / Use less plastic.
47. Because we can avoid damaging plants and disturbing animals.
48. We can tell our friends and family why natural wonders need protection after learning about them.
49. We can donate money to them or volunteer to help clean up natural sites.
50. To help keep natural wonders safe for everyone to enjoy.
B. 书面表达（参考范文）
Dear John,
I’m glad to hear you love natural wonders. I want to tell you about my favorite one. It’s Mount Huang, located in Anhui, China. It’s famous for its strange-shaped rocks and beautiful clouds. When you climb to the top, you’ll feel like you’re in a fairy tale. I love it because it shows how magical nature can be.
I hope you can visit it someday!
Yours,
Li Ming

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