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沪教版五四学制八年级下学期英语Unit 3 Money 阅读单选
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Passage 1
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
When people talk about saving money, many teenagers think it means giving up everything fun. However, financial experts say saving is not about saying no to every snack, movie ticket or online game. It is about making choices. A student who spends all of his pocket money in the first few days of the week may feel excited at first, but he may soon find himself unable to buy the things he really needs later. On the other hand, a student who plans his spending can enjoy small treats and still keep enough money for books, school projects or a birthday gift for a friend.
A middle school in Shanghai recently asked students how they used their weekly pocket money. The results showed that many students spent most of it on drinks, snacks and small online purchases. Only a smaller number said they put part of their money aside. Yet the students who had a saving habit were more likely to say they felt in control of their money. They also said they argued less with their parents about buying unnecessary things.
Teachers at the school did not tell students to stop spending. Instead, they suggested a simple rule: divide your money into three parts - one for spending, one for saving and one for helping others or dealing with emergencies. The goal was not to make students worried about money, but to help them understand that money should serve a purpose. Once students learn how to manage a small amount well, they are more likely to make wiser decisions in adult life.
1. What is the writer's main point
A. Teenagers should never buy fun things. B. Saving money means making wise choices.
C. Pocket money usually causes family problems. D. Students need more pocket money each week.
2. According to the school survey, students with a saving habit were more likely to _____.
A. buy more snacks after school B. hide their spending from parents
C. feel more confident about handling money D. spend all their money online
3. The underlined word 'unnecessary' in paragraph 2 probably means _____.
A. not needed B. hard to find
C. too expensive D. easy to share
4. Why did teachers suggest dividing money into three parts
A. To stop students from spending at all. B. To help students use money more responsibly.
C. To make students depend less on parents. D. To encourage students to lend money to others.
5. Which of the following best matches the idea of the passage
A. Spend first and save what is left. B. Money management can be learned step by step.
C. Parents should decide every purchase for children. D. Pocket money is too small to make any difference.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. B 5. B
【导语】本文围绕零花钱管理展开，说明储蓄并不是一味不花钱，而是通过计划、记录和分配学会更理性地使用金钱。
【1题详解】
关键句：第一段指出“saving money does not mean saying no to everything. It means making wise choices”。
解析：主旨大意题。文章开头先写不少学生把零花钱很快花掉，接着说明储蓄不是一味拒绝消费，而是学会作出明智选择；后文又介绍记录花销、分配零花钱和设定目标等做法，中心都指向“理性管理零花钱”。A项“绝不能买好玩的东西”过于绝对；C项“零花钱经常引发家庭问题”并非重点；D项“学生需要更多零花钱”文中没有提到。故选B。
【2题详解】
关键句：第二段提到有储蓄习惯的学生“felt more confident because they felt in control of their money”。
解析：细节理解题。根据调查结果可知，有储蓄习惯的学生在面对金钱时更有把握、更有信心，因为他们觉得自己能够掌控钱的使用。A、B、D都与原文信息不符，文中并没有说他们买更多零食、对父母隐瞒开支或把钱全花在网上。故选C。
【3题详解】
关键句：第二段中 “unnecessary things” 前后语境对应“并不真正需要的东西”。
解析：词义猜测题。该词所在语境是一些学生把零花钱花在并不真正需要的东西上，前文有“spent too much on snacks and small pleasures”，后文则强调应该分清 needs 和 wants，因此 unnecessary 最接近 “not needed（不需要的）”。B、C、D都偏离语境。故选A。
【4题详解】
关键句：第三段写到把钱分成三部分，是为了让学生明白“money should serve a purpose”。
解析：推理判断题。老师建议把钱分成三部分，不是为了让学生完全不花钱，也不是为了让他们依赖更少或去借钱，而是帮助他们明白每一部分金钱都有不同用途，从而更有责任感地安排开支。故选B。
【5题详解】
关键句：结尾强调“once students learn to manage small amounts of money, they will be better prepared for bigger decisions later”。
解析：推理概括题。文章最后强调管理零花钱的能力是一步步培养出来的：先记录，再分类，再坚持执行。A项“先花再存剩下的”与文意相反；C项“父母应决定每次购物”文中没有支持；D项“小额零花钱没影响”也与结尾相反。故选B。
Passage 2
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
People often say there is no such thing as a free lunch. At first, the sentence may sound strange. After all, we sometimes get free samples in supermarkets, free apps on our phones and even free gifts when we buy something online. But economists use the sentence to remind us that almost everything has a cost, even when we do not pay money directly.
For example, a video platform may allow users to watch short clips for free. Yet users are usually expected to spend time watching advertisements. In this case, the company is not simply giving something away. It is earning money from the attention of its users. Similarly, a shop that offers buy-one-get-one-free products has already included the cost in its pricing plan. The second item may look free, but the business still needs to cover its expenses.
Understanding this idea can help teenagers become smarter consumers. When you see the word 'free', it is worth asking a few questions: Who is paying for this What am I giving in return Am I being encouraged to buy more than I need Thinking in this way does not mean becoming suspicious of every deal. It means learning to look beyond exciting advertisements and make decisions with a clear mind.
6. What does the saying 'There is no such thing as a free lunch' mean in the passage
A. Free food is usually unhealthy. B. Nothing is completely without cost.
C. People should refuse all free gifts. D. Lunch is the most expensive meal.
7. In the example of the video platform, users actually pay with their _____.
A. personal cars B. shopping points
C. time and attention D. homework results
8. Why does the writer mention 'buy-one-get-one-free' products
A. To show that shops lose money easily. B. To explain how hidden costs work.
C. To advise readers to buy in pairs. D. To compare online shopping with supermarket shopping.
9. What attitude does the writer suggest teenagers should have toward 'free' offers
A. Calm and thoughtful. B. Nervous and doubtful.
C. Excited and impatient. D. Uninterested and cold.
10. Which title would be the best for the passage
A. Why Ads Are Everywhere B. The Truth Behind the Word 'Free'
C. How to Open an Online Shop D. The History of Economic Ideas
【答案】6. B 7. C 8. B 9. A 10. B
【导语】本文借“免费”案例说明“天下没有免费的午餐”，引导学生认识到有些看似免费的东西背后仍然存在时间、注意力或信息成本。
【6题详解】
关键句：前两段都在说明所谓“free”并不等于“毫无代价”。
解析：细节理解题。本文借“免费午餐”说明：表面上不付钱，并不代表真的没有代价。有时人们付出的不是现金，而是时间、注意力、个人信息或后续消费机会。A、C、D都曲解了句意。故选B。
【7题详解】
关键句：第二段举例说明用户虽然没有付现金，但需要花时间看广告、投入注意力。
解析：细节理解题。文中视频平台的例子说明，用户虽然没有直接付钱，但需要花时间观看广告，并把注意力留在平台上，因此真正“支付”的是自己的时间和注意力。故选C。
【8题详解】
关键句：文中提到“buy-one-get-one-free”是为了进一步解释 hidden costs 的存在。
解析：写作意图题。作者提到“买一送一”并不是要建议读者成双购买，而是想说明商家常把成本隐藏在定价和营销中，让读者理解“免费”背后的代价。故选B。
【9题详解】
关键句：最后一段强调面对“免费”信息时应“make decisions with a clear mind”。
解析：推理判断题。作者并不是让青少年对所有“免费”都紧张怀疑，也不是要求他们激动抢购或完全冷漠，而是提醒大家保持冷静、先思考再决定。最后一段 clear mind 对应 calm and thoughtful。故选A。
【10题详解】
关键句：全文始终围绕 free 背后的真实成本展开。
解析：标题归纳题。全文始终围绕“free”一词展开，重点揭示它背后的真实情况与隐藏成本。A项只说广告，范围太窄；C、D与文章内容不符。故选B。
Passage 3
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
Last term, Class 8A planned a charity sale to raise money for a children's hospital. At the first meeting, everyone was excited, but their ideas were too general. Some students wanted to sell snacks. Others hoped to make handicrafts or second-hand book packages. Their English teacher, Ms Li, asked them a simple question: 'What is your purpose ' The class answered, 'To raise as much money as possible.' Ms Li smiled and said, 'Good. Then every choice should help you reach that goal.'
After that, the class began to work more carefully. One group designed posters so that more students would know the time and place of the sale. Another group compared prices in several shops in order that they could buy materials at the lowest cost. The students who were good at speaking prepared short introductions for each product so that buyers could quickly understand why the items were worth paying for. Meanwhile, two quiet students kept detailed records of costs and sales. Their work was less noticeable, but it helped the whole activity run smoothly.
On the day of the sale, not everything went perfectly. It started to rain at noon, and the number of visitors dropped. Instead of giving up, the students moved to the school hall and changed their plan. By the end of the day, they had raised more money than they expected. Later, many of them said the most valuable part was not the money itself, but the experience of solving problems together for a meaningful purpose.
11. What problem did Class 8A have at the beginning
A. They had no teacher to guide them. B. They disagreed about whom to help.
C. Their ideas were excited but not practical enough. D. They did not want to do a charity sale.
12. The examples in paragraph 2 mainly show that the students _____.
A. shared the work according to different needs B. preferred speaking to writing
C. cared more about fun than money D. spent most of their time decorating posters
13. Why are the underlined clauses with 'so that / in order that' used in paragraph 2
A. To describe results that surprised the students. B. To explain the purposes of different actions.
C. To compare the abilities of different groups. D. To give examples of reported speech.
14. What can we infer from the rain on the sale day
A. The charity sale had to be cancelled at once. B. The students failed because they were unprepared.
C. The students were able to adjust when problems appeared. D. The school hall was their first choice for the sale.
15. What did many students think was the most valuable part of the activity
A. Winning praise from Ms Li. B. Learning how to earn money for themselves.
C. Working together to achieve a meaningful goal. D. Selling more products than other classes.
【答案】11. C 12. A 13. B 14. C 15. C
【导语】本文讲述班级筹办慈善义卖的过程，体现了明确目的、合理分工和遇到问题及时调整的重要性。
【11题详解】
关键句：第一段提到同学们起初“everyone was excited, but their ideas were too general”。
解析：细节理解题。文章一开始并不是说没有老师指导，也不是不想举办义卖，而是说大家虽然热情很高，但提出的想法还不够具体、不够可操作。故选C。
【12题详解】
关键句：第二段分别写到宣传、比价、介绍和记账，体现了不同成员承担不同任务。
解析：概括归纳题。第二段分别举了宣传、比价、讲解和记账等例子，目的是说明同学们根据活动需要进行了合理分工，而不是只喜欢说、不愿做，或只顾装饰海报。故选A。
【13题详解】
关键句：第二段多处使用 so that / in order that，均用于说明做某事的目的。
解析：语法功能题。so that / in order that 在本单元中引导目的状语从句，用来说明“为了……；以便……”。文中这些从句都是在解释各项准备工作的目的，不是在表示意外结果或比较能力。故选B。
【14题详解】
关键句：第三段写到下雨后他们改在室内继续活动，说明他们能根据情况调整方案。
解析：推理判断题。下雨这一情节的作用在于考查活动组织的灵活性。虽然天气突变，但学生们及时改地点、调安排，最终让活动继续进行，因此可以推断他们具备根据实际情况调整计划的能力。故选C。
【15题详解】
关键句：最后一句直接说明同学们认为最有价值的是一起完成一件有意义的事情。
解析：细节理解题。文章结尾明确写到，许多学生觉得这次活动最有价值的不是卖了多少钱，也不是获得老师表扬，而是大家为一个有意义的目标共同合作。故选C。
Passage 4
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
For a long time, money did not look the way it does today. In early societies, people often traded goods directly. A farmer might exchange rice for fish, while a potter might swap bowls for cloth. This system worked when both sides wanted what the other person had. However, trade became difficult when needs did not match. A fisherman who needed shoes could not make a deal if the shoemaker did not want fish that day.
To solve this problem, different communities began using objects that many people accepted as valuable. In some places, shells or pieces of metal served this purpose. Much later, coins became more common because they were easier to carry, count and divide. Paper money developed for similar reasons. It was lighter than large amounts of metal and made trade more convenient over long distances.
Today, many people pay without touching coins or notes at all. Digital payment is fast and convenient, especially in busy cities. Still, the basic function of money has not changed. Whether it appears as shells, paper or a QR code on a phone screen, money helps people exchange goods and services more easily. In other words, the form changes with society, but the need behind it remains much the same.
16. What was one difficulty of early barter trade
A. People had too many kinds of goods. B. Goods could not be carried from place to place.
C. Both sides did not always want what the other had. D. Farmers refused to trade with fishermen.
17. Why did coins become more common according to the passage
A. They were brighter than shells. B. They were easier to use in trade.
C. They were made by richer people. D. They were accepted only in large cities.
18. The word 'convenient' in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. simple to use B. safe to hide
C. cheap to produce D. hard to copy
19. What is the writer's opinion about digital payment
A. It has completely changed the purpose of money. B. It is slower than using paper money.
C. It is a new form, but it serves an old function. D. It should replace all other kinds of payment soon.
20. Which sentence best expresses the central idea of the passage
A. Modern people no longer need coins or notes. B. Money has developed over time to make exchange easier.
C. Paper money is more useful than digital payment. D. Trade in early societies was more honest than it is today.
【答案】16. C 17. B 18. A 19. C 20. B
【导语】本文介绍货币从以物易物到硬币、纸币，再到数字支付的发展过程，帮助学生理解货币形式在变化，但基本功能没有改变。
【16题详解】
关键句：第一段指出 barter 的困难在于 “when needs did not match”。
解析：细节理解题。以物易物最大的问题不在于物品太多，也不在于不能搬运，而在于双方需求常常对不上：你想要对方的东西，但对方未必想要你的东西。故选C。
【17题详解】
关键句：第二段说明 coins 更常见，是因为它们“were easier to carry, count and divide”。
解析：细节理解题。文中说硬币之所以逐渐普及，是因为它们更容易携带、计数和分割，在交易中更方便使用。A、C、D都不是原文给出的原因。故选B。
【18题详解】
关键句：第二段将 convenient 与 easier to carry 等信息并列，说明其含义是“使用更方便”。
解析：词义猜测题。convenient 前后都在讲新型货币相较旧方式更容易携带、更方便交换，因此其含义最接近 simple to use。B、C、D都不符合具体语境。故选A。
【19题详解】
关键句：最后一段强调数字支付只是形式变化，“its basic function remains the same”。
解析：推理判断题。作者对数字支付的态度是客观肯定的：它只是货币的一种新形式，提升了支付效率，但承担的仍然是原有货币的交换功能，并没有改变金钱的本质作用。故选C。
【20题详解】
关键句：文章按时间顺序介绍货币形式的发展以及其目的是让交换更容易。
解析：主旨大意题。本文按时间线介绍 barter、coins、notes 和 digital payment，核心不是比较哪一种最好，而是说明货币不断发展演变，其目的始终是让交换更方便。故选B。
Passage 5
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
Many people believe that a good life means spending more and owning more. Social media can strengthen this idea because users often share new clothes, expensive drinks and carefully chosen photos of enjoyable weekends. As a result, some teenagers begin to compare their daily lives with these online images. They may feel that ordinary things are not enough, and that buying something new is the quickest way to feel better.
Researchers, however, have found that the excitement from impulsive buying usually does not last long. A new item may bring pleasure for a short time, but that feeling often fades quickly. Then the buyer may want something else. This cycle can lead to waste, disappointment and even money trouble. In contrast, people who think carefully before buying are more likely to feel satisfied with what they choose, because the purchase matches a real need or a clear value.
This does not mean people should never enjoy shopping. The key is to ask a few honest questions before paying: Do I need this now Will I still want it next week Am I buying it because it is useful, or because I want to copy someone else These questions are simple, but they can protect us from careless spending and help us build a healthier relationship with money.
21. According to paragraph 1, social media may influence teenagers by making them _____.
A. learn more about photography B. compare themselves with idealized lifestyles
C. spend less time with friends D. dislike all ordinary products
22. What does the passage say about impulsive buying
A. It usually brings long-term satisfaction. B. It is a smart way to reduce stress.
C. Its excitement often disappears quickly. D. It only happens among adults.
23. The word 'fades' in paragraph 2 probably means _____.
A. becomes weaker B. spreads widely
C. returns suddenly D. grows more valuable
24. Why does the writer list three questions in the last paragraph
A. To show that shopping is difficult for everyone. B. To offer a practical way to avoid careless spending.
C. To explain how companies advertise online. D. To encourage readers to ask parents for advice.
25. Which statement would the writer most probably agree with
A. Buying more usually means living better. B. Shopping should be avoided by teenagers.
C. Responsible spending begins with honest self-questioning. D. Social media is the main cause of money problems.
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. C
【导语】本文聚焦社交媒体和促销环境下的冲动消费问题，提醒学生分清“想要”和“需要”，学会在购物前主动思考。
【21题详解】
关键句：第一段指出社交媒体会让青少年看到理想化生活，从而产生比较心理。
解析：细节与推理结合题。第一段写到社交媒体常展示理想化的生活方式，这会让青少年不自觉地拿自己和别人比较，从而受到消费欲望影响。A、C、D都不是文中强调的主要影响。故选B。
【22题详解】
关键句：第二段明确说 impulsive buying 带来的兴奋感通常持续时间很短。
解析：细节理解题。文章指出冲动消费带来的兴奋往往来得快、去得也快，并不能带来长期满足感，因此 C 项“这种兴奋常很快消失”最符合文意。故选C。
【23题详解】
关键句：第二段中 fades 所在句是说购物后的快乐感很快减弱。
解析：词义猜测题。fades 所在句是在说购物后的快乐感不会持续太久，所以这里表示“逐渐减弱、变淡”。如果选 spread widely 或 return suddenly 都与上下文相反。故选A。
【24题详解】
关键句：最后一段列出三个问题，是为了给读者提供避免冲动消费的具体方法。
解析：写作意图题。作者在最后一段连续提出三个问题，是为了给读者提供一套购物前自我检查的方法，帮助他们在付款前停下来思考，从而避免盲目和冲动消费。故选B。
【25题详解】
关键句：全文核心落在“理性消费始于诚实地问自己真正需不需要”。
解析：主旨推断题。全文不是反对购物本身，也不是把一切问题都归因于社交媒体，而是强调负责任的消费要从诚实面对自己的真实需要开始。C项最能概括作者观点。故选C。
Passage 6
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
A recent survey asked 300 middle school students what they would do if they received 500 yuan as a gift. The answers were different. About 38% said they would save at least half of it. Nearly 35% planned to spend most of it on things they liked, such as books, sports shoes or online games. Another 17% wanted to use part of the money to buy gifts for family members or friends. The rest were unsure.
At first sight, the results may seem ordinary, but they tell us something important. Teenagers do not all think about money in the same way. Some see it mainly as a tool for immediate enjoyment. Others connect it with future needs or with care for other people. Neither response is completely wrong. The real question is whether students can explain their choices and take responsibility for them.
For this reason, some schools have started small financial-literacy activities. Students discuss everyday situations, such as whether to save for a long-term goal or buy something they want now. They are also asked to make simple budgets and reflect on their decisions. The purpose is not to turn teenagers into economists. It is to help them become thoughtful decision-makers who understand both the value and the limits of money.
26. According to the survey, the largest group of students planned to _____.
A. save at least half of the gift money B. give all the money to family members
C. spend everything on online games D. refuse to accept the money
27. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us
A. Teenagers should not spend money on themselves. B. Different choices can reflect different ideas about money.
C. Only careful savers make correct decisions. D. Middle school students usually copy one another.
28. Why does the writer say 'Neither response is completely wrong'
A. Because all students received the same amount of money. B. Because money decisions depend on reasons and responsibility.
C. Because surveys are not always believable. D. Because students are too young to make choices.
29. What is the purpose of the school activities mentioned in paragraph 3
A. To train students to become business leaders. B. To help students memorize economic terms.
C. To guide students to think more carefully about money decisions. D. To persuade students to save every yuan they receive.
30. In which part of a magazine would this passage most probably appear
A. Health and Exercise B. School Life and Society
C. Travel Around the World D. Films and Entertainment
【答案】26. A 27. B 28. B 29. C 30. B
【导语】本文通过校园调查呈现青少年对压岁钱和金钱使用的不同态度，强调判断金钱选择不能只看结果，更要看理由与责任。
【26题详解】
关键句：第一段数据显示 38% 的学生选择至少存下一半压岁钱，这一比例最高。
解析：细节理解题。根据调查数据，选择“至少存下一半压岁钱”的学生占比最高，为 38%，因此最大的一组是 A 项。其余几个选项都与数据不符。故选A。
【27题详解】
关键句：第二段重点在于说明不同花钱决定体现了不同的金钱观。
解析：段落大意题。第二段不是在说青少年不该给自己花钱，也不是说只有储蓄才正确，而是在比较不同学生如何使用压岁钱，并由此反映出不同的金钱观念和价值判断。故选B。
【28题详解】
关键句：第三段后文指出关键不在于选哪一种，而在于是否能说明理由并承担责任。
解析：推理判断题。作者说“Neither response is completely wrong”，意思是不是简单地把某一类选择判为对或错，而是要看学生作出这一决定时有没有合理理由，能不能负责任地解释自己的做法。故选B。
【29题详解】
关键句：第三段最后一句直接交代学校活动的目的：帮助学生更认真地思考金钱选择。
解析：细节理解题。第三段明确提到，学校开展相关活动的目的，是引导学生更认真、更仔细地思考金钱决定，而不是为了背术语、当商业领袖或要求他们把每一元都存下来。故选C。
【30题详解】
关键句：文章内容围绕校园调查和青少年金钱观展开，明显属于校园与社会话题。
解析：推理判断题。文章内容涉及校园调查、学生金钱观和学校教育活动，最可能出现在关注学生生活与社会问题的版块，而不是健康、旅游或娱乐版块。故选B。沪教版五四学制八年级下学期英语Unit 3 Money 阅读单选
练习（学生版）
Passage 1
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
When people talk about saving money, many teenagers think it means giving up everything fun. However, financial experts say saving is not about saying no to every snack, movie ticket or online game. It is about making choices. A student who spends all of his pocket money in the first few days of the week may feel excited at first, but he may soon find himself unable to buy the things he really needs later. On the other hand, a student who plans his spending can enjoy small treats and still keep enough money for books, school projects or a birthday gift for a friend.
A middle school in Shanghai recently asked students how they used their weekly pocket money. The results showed that many students spent most of it on drinks, snacks and small online purchases. Only a smaller number said they put part of their money aside. Yet the students who had a saving habit were more likely to say they felt in control of their money. They also said they argued less with their parents about buying unnecessary things.
Teachers at the school did not tell students to stop spending. Instead, they suggested a simple rule: divide your money into three parts - one for spending, one for saving and one for helping others or dealing with emergencies. The goal was not to make students worried about money, but to help them understand that money should serve a purpose. Once students learn how to manage a small amount well, they are more likely to make wiser decisions in adult life.
1. What is the writer's main point
A. Teenagers should never buy fun things. B. Saving money means making wise choices.
C. Pocket money usually causes family problems. D. Students need more pocket money each week.
2. According to the school survey, students with a saving habit were more likely to _____.
A. buy more snacks after school B. hide their spending from parents
C. feel more confident about handling money D. spend all their money online
3. The underlined word 'unnecessary' in paragraph 2 probably means _____.
A. not needed B. hard to find
C. too expensive D. easy to share
4. Why did teachers suggest dividing money into three parts
A. To stop students from spending at all. B. To help students use money more responsibly.
C. To make students depend less on parents. D. To encourage students to lend money to others.
5. Which of the following best matches the idea of the passage
A. Spend first and save what is left. B. Money management can be learned step by step.
C. Parents should decide every purchase for children. D. Pocket money is too small to make any difference.
Passage 2
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
People often say there is no such thing as a free lunch. At first, the sentence may sound strange. After all, we sometimes get free samples in supermarkets, free apps on our phones and even free gifts when we buy something online. But economists use the sentence to remind us that almost everything has a cost, even when we do not pay money directly.
For example, a video platform may allow users to watch short clips for free. Yet users are usually expected to spend time watching advertisements. In this case, the company is not simply giving something away. It is earning money from the attention of its users. Similarly, a shop that offers buy-one-get-one-free products has already included the cost in its pricing plan. The second item may look free, but the business still needs to cover its expenses.
Understanding this idea can help teenagers become smarter consumers. When you see the word 'free', it is worth asking a few questions: Who is paying for this What am I giving in return Am I being encouraged to buy more than I need Thinking in this way does not mean becoming suspicious of every deal. It means learning to look beyond exciting advertisements and make decisions with a clear mind.
6. What does the saying 'There is no such thing as a free lunch' mean in the passage
A. Free food is usually unhealthy. B. Nothing is completely without cost.
C. People should refuse all free gifts. D. Lunch is the most expensive meal.
7. In the example of the video platform, users actually pay with their _____.
A. personal cars B. shopping points
C. time and attention D. homework results
8. Why does the writer mention 'buy-one-get-one-free' products
A. To show that shops lose money easily. B. To explain how hidden costs work.
C. To advise readers to buy in pairs. D. To compare online shopping with supermarket shopping.
9. What attitude does the writer suggest teenagers should have toward 'free' offers
A. Calm and thoughtful. B. Nervous and doubtful.
C. Excited and impatient. D. Uninterested and cold.
10. Which title would be the best for the passage
A. Why Ads Are Everywhere B. The Truth Behind the Word 'Free'
C. How to Open an Online Shop D. The History of Economic Ideas
Passage 3
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Last term, Class 8A planned a charity sale to raise money for a children's hospital. At the first meeting, everyone was excited, but their ideas were too general. Some students wanted to sell snacks. Others hoped to make handicrafts or second-hand book packages. Their English teacher, Ms Li, asked them a simple question: 'What is your purpose ' The class answered, 'To raise as much money as possible.' Ms Li smiled and said, 'Good. Then every choice should help you reach that goal.'
After that, the class began to work more carefully. One group designed posters so that more students would know the time and place of the sale. Another group compared prices in several shops in order that they could buy materials at the lowest cost. The students who were good at speaking prepared short introductions for each product so that buyers could quickly understand why the items were worth paying for. Meanwhile, two quiet students kept detailed records of costs and sales. Their work was less noticeable, but it helped the whole activity run smoothly.
On the day of the sale, not everything went perfectly. It started to rain at noon, and the number of visitors dropped. Instead of giving up, the students moved to the school hall and changed their plan. By the end of the day, they had raised more money than they expected. Later, many of them said the most valuable part was not the money itself, but the experience of solving problems together for a meaningful purpose.
11. What problem did Class 8A have at the beginning
A. They had no teacher to guide them. B. They disagreed about whom to help.
C. Their ideas were excited but not practical enough. D. They did not want to do a charity sale.
12. The examples in paragraph 2 mainly show that the students _____.
A. shared the work according to different needs B. preferred speaking to writing
C. cared more about fun than money D. spent most of their time decorating posters
13. Why are the underlined clauses with 'so that / in order that' used in paragraph 2
A. To describe results that surprised the students. B. To explain the purposes of different actions.
C. To compare the abilities of different groups. D. To give examples of reported speech.
14. What can we infer from the rain on the sale day
A. The charity sale had to be cancelled at once. B. The students failed because they were unprepared.
C. The students were able to adjust when problems appeared. D. The school hall was their first choice for the sale.
15. What did many students think was the most valuable part of the activity
A. Winning praise from Ms Li. B. Learning how to earn money for themselves.
C. Working together to achieve a meaningful goal. D. Selling more products than other classes.
Passage 4
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For a long time, money did not look the way it does today. In early societies, people often traded goods directly. A farmer might exchange rice for fish, while a potter might swap bowls for cloth. This system worked when both sides wanted what the other person had. However, trade became difficult when needs did not match. A fisherman who needed shoes could not make a deal if the shoemaker did not want fish that day.
To solve this problem, different communities began using objects that many people accepted as valuable. In some places, shells or pieces of metal served this purpose. Much later, coins became more common because they were easier to carry, count and divide. Paper money developed for similar reasons. It was lighter than large amounts of metal and made trade more convenient over long distances.
Today, many people pay without touching coins or notes at all. Digital payment is fast and convenient, especially in busy cities. Still, the basic function of money has not changed. Whether it appears as shells, paper or a QR code on a phone screen, money helps people exchange goods and services more easily. In other words, the form changes with society, but the need behind it remains much the same.
16. What was one difficulty of early barter trade
A. People had too many kinds of goods. B. Goods could not be carried from place to place.
C. Both sides did not always want what the other had. D. Farmers refused to trade with fishermen.
17. Why did coins become more common according to the passage
A. They were brighter than shells. B. They were easier to use in trade.
C. They were made by richer people. D. They were accepted only in large cities.
18. The word 'convenient' in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to _____.
A. simple to use B. safe to hide
C. cheap to produce D. hard to copy
19. What is the writer's opinion about digital payment
A. It has completely changed the purpose of money. B. It is slower than using paper money.
C. It is a new form, but it serves an old function. D. It should replace all other kinds of payment soon.
20. Which sentence best expresses the central idea of the passage
A. Modern people no longer need coins or notes. B. Money has developed over time to make exchange easier.
C. Paper money is more useful than digital payment. D. Trade in early societies was more honest than it is today.
Passage 5
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
Many people believe that a good life means spending more and owning more. Social media can strengthen this idea because users often share new clothes, expensive drinks and carefully chosen photos of enjoyable weekends. As a result, some teenagers begin to compare their daily lives with these online images. They may feel that ordinary things are not enough, and that buying something new is the quickest way to feel better.
Researchers, however, have found that the excitement from impulsive buying usually does not last long. A new item may bring pleasure for a short time, but that feeling often fades quickly. Then the buyer may want something else. This cycle can lead to waste, disappointment and even money trouble. In contrast, people who think carefully before buying are more likely to feel satisfied with what they choose, because the purchase matches a real need or a clear value.
This does not mean people should never enjoy shopping. The key is to ask a few honest questions before paying: Do I need this now Will I still want it next week Am I buying it because it is useful, or because I want to copy someone else These questions are simple, but they can protect us from careless spending and help us build a healthier relationship with money.
21. According to paragraph 1, social media may influence teenagers by making them _____.
A. learn more about photography B. compare themselves with idealized lifestyles
C. spend less time with friends D. dislike all ordinary products
22. What does the passage say about impulsive buying
A. It usually brings long-term satisfaction. B. It is a smart way to reduce stress.
C. Its excitement often disappears quickly. D. It only happens among adults.
23. The word 'fades' in paragraph 2 probably means _____.
A. becomes weaker B. spreads widely
C. returns suddenly D. grows more valuable
24. Why does the writer list three questions in the last paragraph
A. To show that shopping is difficult for everyone. B. To offer a practical way to avoid careless spending.
C. To explain how companies advertise online. D. To encourage readers to ask parents for advice.
25. Which statement would the writer most probably agree with
A. Buying more usually means living better. B. Shopping should be avoided by teenagers.
C. Responsible spending begins with honest self-questioning. D. Social media is the main cause of money problems.
Passage 6
Choose the best answer（根据以下内容，选择最恰当的答案）（每题2分，共10分）
A recent survey asked 300 middle school students what they would do if they received 500 yuan as a gift. The answers were different. About 38% said they would save at least half of it. Nearly 35% planned to spend most of it on things they liked, such as books, sports shoes or online games. Another 17% wanted to use part of the money to buy gifts for family members or friends. The rest were unsure.
At first sight, the results may seem ordinary, but they tell us something important. Teenagers do not all think about money in the same way. Some see it mainly as a tool for immediate enjoyment. Others connect it with future needs or with care for other people. Neither response is completely wrong. The real question is whether students can explain their choices and take responsibility for them.
For this reason, some schools have started small financial-literacy activities. Students discuss everyday situations, such as whether to save for a long-term goal or buy something they want now. They are also asked to make simple budgets and reflect on their decisions. The purpose is not to turn teenagers into economists. It is to help them become thoughtful decision-makers who understand both the value and the limits of money.
26. According to the survey, the largest group of students planned to _____.
A. save at least half of the gift money B. give all the money to family members
C. spend everything on online games D. refuse to accept the money
27. What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us
A. Teenagers should not spend money on themselves. B. Different choices can reflect different ideas about money.
C. Only careful savers make correct decisions. D. Middle school students usually copy one another.
28. Why does the writer say 'Neither response is completely wrong'
A. Because all students received the same amount of money. B. Because money decisions depend on reasons and responsibility.
C. Because surveys are not always believable. D. Because students are too young to make choices.
29. What is the purpose of the school activities mentioned in paragraph 3
A. To train students to become business leaders. B. To help students memorize economic terms.
C. To guide students to think more carefully about money decisions. D. To persuade students to save every yuan they receive.
30. In which part of a magazine would this passage most probably appear
A. Health and Exercise B. School Life and Society
C. Travel Around the World D. Films and Entertainment

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