人教版九年级英语Unit 7 Teenagers should be allowed to choose their own clothes. Section B 1a - 2e分层练习（含答案）

人教版九年级英语 Unit 7 Section B 1a - 2e 分层练习
一、阅读理解
（一）基础篇
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中，选出最佳选项。
In the United States, sixteen, eighteen, and twenty - one are important ages in a person's life. At sixteen a person can work, get a driver's license and leave home. Many high school students learn to drive and get part - time jobs soon after celebrating their sixteenth birthday.
At the age of eighteen a person in the United States can vote and smoke, but they are prohibited from going into many nightclubs, buying wine or gambling (赌博) until they are twenty - one.
In many Latin (拉丁的) cultures, a young woman's fifteenth birthday is important. At this age, she is regarded as an adult. To mark this special day, families with teenage daughters have a celebration called a Quinceanera. The day begins with the young woman and her family going to church. Later, there is a party and many guests are invited.
In Japan, young people become adults at twenty. At this age, they can legally (合法地) vote, drink wine and smoke. The second Monday in January is a national holiday called “Coming - of - Age Day”. On this day, twenty - year - olds celebrate by first going to a church to pray with their families. Later, they listen to speeches given by city and school leaders. Afterward, many celebrate with family or friends late into the night.
In some countries, birthday celebrations continue through adulthood. Some people celebrate their fortieth and fiftieth birthdays, or their retirement (退休) year, with a huge party.
In the United States, age sixteen marks the time when you can ______.
A. vote and drive
B. drive and get a job
C. drink wine and smoke
In some Latin cultures, the fifteenth birthday is important for ______.
A. parents
B. young men
C. young women
In Japan, young people are considered adults at the age of ______.
A. sixteen
B. eighteen
C. twenty
Which of the following is NOT the turning point in a person's life in the United States
A. The 15th birthday.
B. The 16th birthday.
C. The 18th birthday.
What is the meaning of the underlined word “prohibited” in Paragraph 2
A. 允许
B. 禁止
C. 终止
（二）提高篇
阅读短文，根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有一项为多余选项。
When you are a teenager, it seems that every time you say, “I want to...”, your parents answer, “No, you can't.” 1.______ But in fact, it's not that bad.
2.______ When something goes wrong, most parents just don't believe in their children. Without asking why, they think their kids are wrong. And not many parents allow their kids to choose for themselves.
3.______ First, you should talk to your parents and let them know you are old enough to make some decisions on your own. Second, try to make them trust you. If you often tell lies, it will be hard for them to believe you. 4.______
A. If you can always be honest with them, your parents will believe what you say.
B. Young people further complain that their parents do not respect them.
C. As a result, your parents seem to be always on your back.
D. You should think twice before you make a decision.
E. How can you get your parents to agree with you
（三）拓展篇
阅读下面短文，根据短文内容判断句子正误。正确的写 “T”，错误的写 “F”。
In many Western countries, it is common for teenagers to take part - time jobs while they are still in high school. It is seen as a way to gain some independence and earn their own pocket money.
In the United States, about 50% of teenagers have part - time jobs. They usually work at fast - food restaurants, grocery stores or gas stations. Some teenagers also babysit or do lawn - mowing (修剪草坪) for their neighbors.
There are several benefits of having a part - time job. Firstly, it helps teenagers learn the value of money. They understand how hard it is to earn money and will be more careful with their spending. Secondly, it gives them a chance to learn new skills, such as communication skills and customer service skills. Thirdly, it can also help them build their confidence and responsibility.
However, having a part - time job also has some disadvantages. It may take up too much of their time and energy, which can affect their studies. Sometimes, they may have to work long hours, especially during the weekends or holidays.
In conclusion, part - time jobs can be a good experience for teenagers, but they need to find a balance between work and study.
In Western countries, all teenagers have part - time jobs while in high school. ( )
In the United States, most teenagers work at schools. ( )
Having a part - time job can help teenagers learn the value of money. ( )
Having a part - time job has no disadvantages. ( )
Teenagers should balance work and study when having part - time jobs. ( )
二、阅读表达
（一）基础篇
阅读短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
In the United States, sixteen, eighteen, and twenty - one are important ages in a person's life. At sixteen a person can work, get a driver's license and leave home. Many high school students learn to drive and get part - time jobs soon after celebrating their sixteenth birthday.
At the age of eighteen a person in the United States can vote and smoke, but they are prohibited from going into many nightclubs, buying wine or gambling (赌博) until they are twenty - one.
In many Latin (拉丁的) cultures, a young woman's fifteenth birthday is important. At this age, she is regarded as an adult. To mark this special day, families with teenage daughters have a celebration called a Quinceanera. The day begins with the young woman and her family going to church. Later, there is a party and many guests are invited.
In Japan, young people become adults at twenty. At this age, they can legally (合法地) vote, drink wine and smoke. The second Monday in January is a national holiday called “Coming - of - Age Day”. On this day, twenty - year - olds celebrate by first going to a church to pray with their families. Later, they listen to speeches given by city and school leaders. Afterward, many celebrate with family or friends late into the night.
In some countries, birthday celebrations continue through adulthood. Some people celebrate their fortieth and fiftieth birthdays, or their retirement (退休) year, with a huge party.
What can a person do at the age of sixteen in the United States
When can a person vote in the United States
What is the celebration for a young woman's fifteenth birthday called in many Latin cultures
What do twenty - year - olds in Japan do on “Coming - of - Age Day”
Do some people in some countries celebrate their fortieth birthdays with a huge party
（二）提高篇
阅读短文，完成下列任务。
When you are a teenager, it seems that every time you say, “I want to...”, your parents answer, “No, you can't.” Young people further complain that their parents do not respect them. When something goes wrong, most parents just don't believe in their children. Without asking why, they think their kids are wrong. And not many parents allow their kids to choose for themselves.
How can you get your parents to agree with you First, you should talk to your parents and let them know you are old enough to make some decisions on your own. Second, try to make them trust you. If you often tell lies, it will be hard for them to believe you. If you can always be honest with them, your parents will believe what you say.
任务一：根据短文内容完成句子。
Young people think their parents do not ______ them.
Most parents don't believe in their children when something ______.
任务二：将文中画线句子翻译成汉语。
3. If you can always be honest with them, your parents will believe what you say.
任务三：根据短文内容回答问题。
4. How many ways are mentioned to get parents to agree with you
5. What should you do to get your parents to trust you
（三）拓展篇
阅读下面短文，根据短文内容回答问题。
In many Western countries, it is common for teenagers to take part - time jobs while they are still in high school. It is seen as a way to gain some independence and earn their own pocket money.
In the United States, about 50% of teenagers have part - time jobs. They usually work at fast - food restaurants, grocery stores or gas stations. Some teenagers also babysit or do lawn - mowing (修剪草坪) for their neighbors.
There are several benefits of having a part - time job. Firstly, it helps teenagers learn the value of money. They understand how hard it is to earn money and will be more careful with their spending. Secondly, it gives them a chance to learn new skills, such as communication skills and customer service skills. Thirdly, it can also help them build their confidence and responsibility.
However, having a part - time job also has some disadvantages. It may take up too much of their time and energy, which can affect their studies. Sometimes, they may have to work long hours, especially during the weekends or holidays.
In conclusion, part - time jobs can be a good experience for teenagers, but they need to find a balance between work and study.
Why do teenagers in Western countries take part - time jobs
Where do about 50% of teenagers in the United States usually work
What are the benefits of having a part - time job
What are the disadvantages of having a part - time job
What should teenagers do when having part - time jobs
答案
（一）阅读理解
基础篇
B 根据 “At sixteen a person can work, get a driver's license and leave home.” 可知，16 岁可以开车和找工作，选 B。
C 从 “In many Latin cultures, a young woman's fifteenth birthday is important.” 可知，在一些拉丁文化中，15 岁生日对年轻女性很重要，选 C。
C 由 “In Japan, young people become adults at twenty.” 可知，在日本，20 岁被视为成年，选 C。
A 文章提到美国 16 岁、18 岁和 21 岁是重要的转折点，未提及 15 岁，选 A。
B 根据 “but they are prohibited from going into many nightclubs, buying wine or gambling until they are twenty - one.”，结合常识，18 岁不能进夜店、买酒或赌博，所以 prohibited 是 “禁止” 的意思，选 B。
提高篇
C 前一句说青少年想做什么父母都说不，这里说结果就是父母似乎总是在管着你，选 C。
B 后文说父母不相信孩子，不让孩子自己做选择，这里说年轻人抱怨父母不尊重他们，符合逻辑，选 B。
E 后文提出让父母同意自己的方法，这里引出如何让父母同意你，选 E。
A 前文说要让父母信任你，如果你总是说谎，他们就很难相信你，这里接着说如果你总是诚实，父母就会相信你说的话，选 A。
拓展篇
F 文中说 “it is common for teenagers to take part - time jobs”，不是所有青少年都有兼职工作，此句错误。
F 文中提到 “They usually work at fast - food restaurants, grocery stores or gas stations.”，不是在学校工作，此句错误。
T 从 “Firstly, it helps teenagers learn the value of money.” 可知，此句正确。
F 文中提到 “having a part - time job also has some disadvantages.”，所以此句错误。
T 依据 “but they need to find a balance between work and study.” 可知，此句正确。
（二）阅读表达
基础篇
At the age of sixteen, a person can work, get a driver's license and leave home in the United States.
A person can vote at the age of eighteen in the United States.
It is called a Quinceanera.
On “Coming - of - Age Day”, twenty - year - olds in Japan first go to a church to pray with their families, then listen to speeches given by city and school leaders, and many celebrate with family or friends late into the night.
Yes, they do.
提高篇
respect
goes wrong
如果你能总是对他们诚实，你的父母就会相信你说的话。
Two ways are mentioned.
We should always be honest with them.
拓展篇
Because it is seen as a way to gain some independence and earn their own pocket money.
They usually work at fast - food restaurants, grocery stores or gas stations.
The benefits are: it helps teenagers learn the value of money, gives them a chance to learn new skills, and helps them build their confidence and responsibility.
The disadvantages are: it may take up too much of their time and energy, which can affect their studies. Sometimes, they may have to work long hours, especially during the weekends or holidays.
They should find a balance between work and study.