备战2025年中考英语高分提能阅读理解社会热门新热点时文阅读教师版
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1 2025年九年级上·云南玉溪·期末 完形填空 孙先生运用AI换脸技术制作已故父亲的视频，以此来安慰91岁祖母的故事。
2 2025年九年级上·河南郑州·期末 完形填空 来自四川农村的视频博主李子柒的经历，包括她的家庭背景、祖父对她烹饪技艺的影响、早年生活的变故、为改善生活去城市工作又因祖母健康问题回村，以及她通过拍摄传统烹饪和艺术作品视频逐渐获得大量粉丝，虽中间停更但粉丝仍期待新视频，最终她更新视频后走红，成为传播中国传统文化的典范。
3 2025年九年级上·湖南娄底·期末 阅读理解 介绍了《柯林斯词典》、《剑桥词典》和《牛津词典》，宣布了他们2024年的年度词汇。
4 2025年九年级上·重庆巴南·期末 阅读理解 介绍了嫦娥6号成功登月并返回的报道以及这次任务的意义。
5 2025年九年级上·江苏扬州·期末 阅读理解 讲述了在中国年轻人中流行的一种新兴社交趋势“搭子文化”，这种文化让人们通过共同兴趣来社交，而不需要过多的情感投入，进而轻松应对生活中的忙碌。这种关系能在活动中建立联系并抵抗孤独，同时也可能演变为更深厚的友情。
6 2025年九年级上·安徽芜湖·期末 阅读理解 介绍了“City bu city ”这一网络热词的来源和含义。
7 2025年九年级上·重庆沙坪坝·期末 阅读理解 介绍了2024年搞笑诺贝尔奖的部分获奖研究，包括勃奎拉藤能模仿附近植物样貌、地球自转力影响头发旋向以及惊吓奶牛会使其产奶量减少等有趣的科学发现。
8 2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末 阅读理解 讲述了中国对韩国游客实施的免签证政策，使得大量韩国游客来中国旅游的情况。
9 2025年九年级上·浙江金华·期末 短文填空 介绍了中国的春节被联合国教科文组织列入人类非物质文化遗产名录，强调了春节的文化意义、传统习俗及其全球影响。
10 2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末 短文填空 介绍了沈吉回到家乡售卖带有自己家乡莫干山标志的冰箱贴的故事。
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（2025年九年级上·云南玉溪·期末）从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并将所选答案涂到答题卡的相应位置上。
Recently, in Liaoning, a man called Mr. Sun used AI face-swapping (换脸) technology to make a video of his late (已故的) 1 . In the video, it looked like his father was 2 . Mr. Sun did this to make his 91-year-old grandmother feel 3 . Mr. Sun’s father 4 last year because of a serious illness. But the family didn’t tell the grandmother about her son’s death 5 they were worried about her health. They just told her that her son was 6 hospital in Beijing.
Seeing how much his grandmother missed his father, Mr. Sun wanted to do something to comfort (安慰) her. With the help of AI, he made his 7 look like his father’s. In the video, Mr. Sun said, “Mom, this is Jihai. I’m 8 in Beijing.” Even though the video wasn’t perfect, his grandmother 9 it was her son speaking and felt happy.
Mr. Sun felt a mix of feelings while making the video. He was sad and missed his father, but he was 10 happy to bring some comfort to his grandmother.
1．A．grandfather B．grandmother C．father D．mother
2．A．talking B．walking C．eating D．singing
3．A．more B．better C．less D．worse
4．A．traveled B．arrived C．lost D．died
5．A．although B．because C．until D．if
6．A．to B．on C．at D．in
7．A．leg B．hand C．face D．hair
8．A．welcome B．fine C．lonely D．serious
9．A．remembered B．expected C．promised D．believed
10．A．also B．again C．almost D．only
【答案】
1．C 2．A 3．B 4．D 5．B 6．D 7．C 8．B 9．D 10．A
【导语】本文主要讲述孙先生运用AI换脸技术制作已故父亲的视频，以此来安慰91岁祖母的故事。
1．句意：最近，在辽宁，一位名叫孙先生的男子使用AI换脸技术为他已故的父亲制作了一段视频。
grandfather祖父；grandmother祖母；father父亲；mother母亲。根据“it looked like his father”可知，此处指的是为已故的父亲制作了一段视频，故选C。
2．句意：在视频中，看起来他的父亲正在说话。
talking说话；walking走路；eating吃饭；singing唱歌。根据下文“...it was her son speaking”可知，此处指的是说话，故选A。
3．句意：孙先生这么做是为了让91岁的祖母感觉更好一点。
more更多的；better更好的；less更少的；worse更糟的。根据“Seeing how much his grandmother missed his father, Mr. Sun wanted to do something to comfort (安慰) her.”可知，是想让祖母感觉好点，故选B。
4．句意：孙先生的父亲去年因重病去世。
traveled旅行；arrived到达；lost失去；died死亡。根据“his late (已故的)....”可知，此处指的是父亲去世，故选D。
5．句意：但家人没有告诉祖母儿子的死讯，因为他们担心她的健康。
although尽管；because因为；until直到；if如果。空后“they were worried about her health”是解释空前“the family didn’t tell the grandmother about her son’s death”的原因，所以用because引导原因状语从句，故选B。
6．句意：他们只是告诉她，她的儿子在北京住院。
to到；on在……上；at在……（具体地点）；in在……里。根据“her son was...hospital”可知，此处指的是“住院”，in hospital“住院”。故选D。
7．句意：通过AI的帮助，他让自己的脸看起来像他父亲。
leg腿；hand手；face脸；hair头发。根据上文“AI face-swapping (换脸) technology”可知，此处指的是脸，故选C。
8．句意：我在北京很好。
welcome受欢迎的；fine好的；lonely孤单的；serious严肃的。根据“...felt happy”可知，应是说自己很好，所以祖母听到后很高兴，故选B。
9．句意：即使视频不完美，但他的祖母认为这是她的儿子在说话，并感到高兴。
remembered记得；expected期待；promised承诺；believed相信，认为。根据“...his grandmother...it was her son speaking and felt happy.”可知，祖母相信是自己的儿子在说话，故选D。
10．句意：他很伤心也很想念他的父亲，但他也很高兴能给祖母带来一些安慰。
also也；again再次；almost几乎；only仅仅。根据“He was sad and missed his father, but he was ...happy to bring some comfort to his grandmother.”可知，孙先生的心情很复杂，应是既兴奋又思念父亲，但也很高兴能带给祖母安慰，故选A。
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（2025年九年级上·河南郑州·期末）先通读短文，掌握其大意，然后从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个可以填入相应空白处的最佳答案。
Li Ziqi is a Chinese vlogger from the countryside in Sichuan Province. She is known for her 1 Chinese cooking skills as well as other artistic skills.
In Li’s early childhood, her parents divorced (离婚) and 2 her to live with her grandparents. Her 3 used to cook in local ceremonies (典礼) in the village. He played an 4 role in encouraging her to better her cooking skills.
When Li was in the fifth grade, her grandfather 5 because of illness. Her grandmother began raising her on her own. Their 6 became harder. In 2004, to make a better living, Li moved to the city to work. Eight years later, she returned to her village 7 her grandmother had a health problem. As time went by, she began enjoying the 8 life in her village, which made her relaxed and she finally decided to stay there.
However, Li always wanted to 9 the living standard of her family. So she 10 to do something new. She made videos of her everyday traditional cooking as well as artistic works. It was not a 11 at first. But she never gave up. She 12 gained a large number of followers who are more than 11.4 million. However, she hasn’t posted any new videos since July 14,2021. But her followers have been always 13 for her new videos.
On November 12, 2024, Li updated (更新) two videos online again and they quickly became 14 on the Internet. She is a model for 15 Chinese traditional culture, who makes more people understand and love Chinese culture. Everyone should learn from her.
1．A．awful B．normal C．general D．traditional
2．A．ordered B．left C．allowed D．invited
3．A．father B．mother C．grandfather D．grandmother
4．A．important B．interesting C．easy D．unforgettable
5．A．ran away B．passed away C．walked away D．moved away
6．A．food B．house C．life D．work
7．A．so B．because C．although D．until
8．A．rich B．busy C．noisy D．peaceful
9．A．value B．lower C．afford D．improve
10．A．decided B．refused C．remembered D．continued
11．A．failure B．shame C．success D．surprise
12．A．happily B．gradually C．hardly D．quietly
13．A．waiting B．playing C．crying D．looking
14．A．helpful B．popular C．available D．meaningful
15．A．processing B．influencing C．producing D．spreading
【答案】
1．D 2．B 3．C 4．A 5．B 6．C 7．B 8．D 9．D 10．A 11．C 12．B 13．A 14．B 15．D
【导语】本文主要讲述了来自四川农村的视频博主李子柒的经历，包括她的家庭背景、祖父对她烹饪技艺的影响、早年生活的变故、为改善生活去城市工作又因祖母健康问题回村，以及她通过拍摄传统烹饪和艺术作品视频逐渐获得大量粉丝，虽中间停更但粉丝仍期待新视频，最终她更新视频后走红，成为传播中国传统文化的典范。
1．句意：李子柒是来自四川农村的一名中国视频博主，她以其出色的中国烹饪技艺以及其他技艺而闻名。
awful糟糕的；normal正常的；general一般的；traditional传统的。根据下文 “She made videos of her everyday traditional cooking” 可知她的烹饪技艺是传统的，故选D。
2．句意：在李子柒的童年早期，她的父母离婚了，让她和祖父母一起生活。
ordered命令；left离开，留下；allowed允许；invited邀请。这里表示父母离婚后把她留给祖父母，left符合语境，故选B。
3．句意：她的祖父过去常在村里的典礼上做饭。他在鼓励她提高烹饪技艺方面发挥了重要作用。
father父亲；mother母亲；grandfather祖父；grandmother祖母。根据下文 “her grandfather...because of illness. Her grandmother began raising her on her own.” 可知这里说的是祖父，故选C。
4．句意：她的祖父过去常在村里的典礼上做饭。他在鼓励她提高烹饪技艺方面发挥了重要作用。
important重要的；interesting有趣的；easy容易的；unforgettable难忘的。“play an important role in...” 表示 “在……方面发挥重要作用”，符合文意，故选A。
5．句意：当她还在上五年级时，她的祖父因病去世了。
ran away逃跑；passed away去世；walked away走开；moved away搬走。根据 “Her grandmother began raising her on her own.” 可知祖父去世了，祖母独自抚养她，故选B。
6．句意：2004 年，为了过上更好的生活，李子柒搬到城市工作，她们的生活变得更加艰难。
food食物；house房子；life生活；work工作。这里说的是因为搬到城市，整体生活变得艰难，故选C。
7．句意：八年后，她回到村里，因为她的祖母健康出现了问题。
so所以；because因为；although尽管；until直到。这里解释她回村的原因，用because，故选B。
8．句意：随着时间的推移，她开始享受村里宁静的生活，这让她放松，最终她决定留在那里。
rich富有的；busy忙碌的；noisy嘈杂的；peaceful宁静的。根据 “which made her relaxed” 可知村里生活是宁静的，故选D。
9．句意：然而，李子柒一直想提高她家的生活水平。
value重视；lower较低级的；afford买得起；improve提高。根据下文她去城市工作等行为可知是想提高生活水平，故选D。
10．句意：所以她决定做些新的事情。她拍摄了自己日常传统烹饪以及艺术作品的视频。起初这并不是一个成功。
decided决定；refused拒绝；remembered记得；continued继续。这里表示她决定做新事，故选 A。
11．句意：所以她决定做些新的事情。她拍摄了自己日常传统烹饪以及艺术作品的视频。起初这并不是一个成功。
failure 失败；shame羞愧；success成功；surprise惊喜。根据 “at first” 以及转折词 “But” 可知一开始不是成功的，故选 C。
12．句意：但她从未放弃。她逐渐获得了大量超过 1140 万的粉丝。
happily快乐地；gradually逐渐地；hardly几乎不；quietly安静地。这里表示粉丝数量是逐渐增加的，故选 B。
13．句意：然而，自 2021 年 7 月 14 日以来，她没有发布任何新视频，但她的粉丝一直在等待她的新视频。
waiting等待；playing玩耍；crying哭泣；looking看。粉丝期待新视频，用waiting，故选 A。
14．句意：2024 年 11 月 12 日，李子柒再次在网上更新了两个视频，它们很快在网上走红。
helpful有帮助的；popular受欢迎的，走红的；available可获得的；meaningful有意义的。根据 “quickly became” 可知是很快变得受欢迎，故选 B。
15．句意：她是传播中国传统文化的典范，让更多人了解和喜爱中国文化。大家都应该向她学习。
processing处理；influencing影响；producing生产；spreading传播。她通过视频让更多人了解中国文化，是在传播文化，故选 D。
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（2025年九年级上·湖南娄底·期末）At the end of 2024, some great dictionaries—Collins, Cambridge, and Oxford--announced their words of the year 2024.
Collins Dictionary—Brat Tom loves soccer but can be naughty. In the past, being naughty meant being called a “brat,” which means mischievous (淘气的，恶作剧的). But now, “brat” also means being confident and independent. This year, “brat” became popular because it has both old and new meanings. It shows how words can change over time.
Cambridge Dictionary—Manifest The word “manifest” means to make dreams come true by thinking positively and imagining success. For example, let’s say you want to win a big competition. You can “manifest” this by thinking about winning every day, imagining you get the medal, and feel the joy and excitement of that moment. By doing this, you believe that you are more likely to actually win the competition. This year, it became popular because people use it to describe how they believe in and visualize (形象化) their goals.
Oxford Dictionary—Brain rot Imagine you’re at home and you have your phone. You start watching videos and scrolling through social media (媒体), and you do this for a really long time. After a while, you might feel like your brain is a bit fuzzy (迷糊的) or you’re having a hard time concentrating (集中) on other things. This year, people often use “brain rot” to describe this feeling.
1．What is Collins’ word of the year 2024
A．Brat. B．Manifest. C．Brain rot.
2．Why does the word “manifest” become popular this year
A．Because it is a new word.
B．Because it is related to social media use.
C．Because people use it to describe their goal-setting processes.
3．What does the term “brain rot” mean in the passage
A．A serious illness of the brain.
B．Happiness after using a phone.
C．Difficulty in concentrating on other things.
【答案】1．A 2．C 3．C
【导语】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了《柯林斯词典》、《剑桥词典》和《牛津词典》，宣布了他们2024年的年度词汇。
1．细节理解题。根据“In the past, being naughty meant being called a ‘brat,’ which means mischievous. But now, ‘brat’ also means being confident and independent.”可知，《柯林斯词典》2024年的年度词汇是brat。故选A。
2．细节理解题。根据“This year, it became popular because people use it to describe how they believe in and visualize their goals.”可知，因为人们用它来描述他们的目标设定过程。故选C。
3．词句猜测题。根据“After a while, you might feel like your brain is a bit fuzzy or you’re having a hard time concentrating on other things. This year, people often use “brain rot” to describe this feeling.”可知，此处表达，你可能会觉得你的大脑有点模糊，或者很难集中精力做其他的事情，今年人们经常用brain rot来形容这种感觉，所以brain rot在文章中，是指难以集中精力做其他事情。故选C。
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（2025年九年级上·重庆巴南·期末）On June 25th, the returner of the Chang’ e-6 probe brought back the world’s first samples (样本) collected from the moon’s far side. It landed in Siziwang Banner, North China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, marking the Chang’ e-6 mission a complete success.
Chang’e-6 is one of the most difficult tasks in China’s efforts to explore space. Including a lander, an ascender (上升器), an orbiter (轨道器) and a returner, it was sent to space on May 3rd this year.
On June 2nd, the lander-ascender combination (组合体) landed in the designated landing area on the far side of the moon and carried out sampling work.
On June 4th, the ascender took off from the moon with samples.
On June 6th, it connected with the orbiter-returner combination and moved samples to the returner. The ascender then separated (分离) from the combination and landed on the moon to avoid becoming space junk.
The orbiter-returner combination spent 13 days in lunar orbit, waiting for the right chance to return to Earth. Then the returner separated from the orbiter and headed for Earth.
“The Chang’ e-6 mission is an important step in the history of human lunar exploration, and it will help us better understand the evolution (演变) of the moon,” said Yang Wei, a researcher of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
“New samples will certainly lead to new discoveries. Now, Chinese scientists are eager to help with the development of lunar science,” Yang added.
1．How long does it take to complete the Chang’e-6 mission
A．One month. B．35 days. C．53 days. D．Two months.
2．The underlined word “eager” in the last paragraph probably means “________” in Chinese.
A．焦虑的 B．冷静的 C．渴望的 D．满足的
3．Which of the following can be put into No.50
A．waited for the chance to return
B．took off from the moon with samples
C．was sent to the space
D．moved a step in the space
4．Which of the following can be put into No.51
A．Meanings B．Goals C．Reasons D．Results
【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B 4．A
【导语】本文本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了嫦娥6号成功登月并返回的报道以及这次任务的意义。
1．细节理解题。根据第一段“On June 25th, the returner of the Chang’ e-6 probe brought back the world’s first samples (样本) collected from the moon’s far side.”以及第二段“an orbiter (轨道器) and a returner, it was sent to space on May 3rd this year.”可知，嫦娥6号从今年5月3日进入太空，到同年6月25号完成任务，一共历经53天。故选C。
2．词义猜测题。根据“Now, Chinese scientists are eager to help with the development of lunar science”可知，中国科学家渴望为月球科学的发展提供帮助。故划线单词“eager”意为“渴望的”，故选C。
3．细节理解题。根据“On June 4th, the ascender took off from the moon with samples.”可知，，6月4日是上升器从月球带着样本起飞。故选B。
4．主旨大意题。根据“‘The Chang’ e-6 mission is an important step in the history of human lunar exploration, and it will help us better understand the evolution (演变) of the moon,’ said Yang Wei, a researcher of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.”可知，本段总结了任务结果和重大意义。故选A。
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（2025年九年级上·江苏扬州·期末）From “eating dazi” to “working out dazi” to “traveling dazi”, a new social trend (趋势) is taking off in China among young people. Dazi often refers to “side-by-side” or just “activity partner” in Chinese. It means people find new ways to connect with others and share their hobbies.
Dazi makes social life easier and more comfortable. Unlike traditional friends who often need to hang out with each other and keep in close contact, a dazi is a more relaxed social partner. Getting along with a dazi means one doesn’t have to accommodate (迁就) the other because of different interests and hobbies, which will greatly reduce social costs.
In China, many young people are turning to dazi relationships to deal with their busy lives. Dazi is a quick and convenient way to socialize (社交) without a long-term promise. It provides a way for young people to build social connections and fight against loneliness, without needing to care too much about each other like in close relationships. Moreover, social media makes it easy to find people with shared interests for certain activities.
However, finding a “dazi” often comes with some hazards. This includes meeting strangers in person, which can put you at risk of harm. So be careful when meeting an online dazi. To stay safe, always meet your online “dazi” in public and let someone know where you are going.
A short-term friendship formed through dazi can probably turn into a long-term relationship. While a dazi relationship is typically started for a certain activity, shared experiences and interests can lead to a deeper connection over time. If both parties are willing to spend time and effort developing a stronger relationship, it is possible for the friendship to become a long-term relationship. However, it’s important to respect each other’s personal space when building a relationship, without getting too involved or crossing any lines.
1．Compared with a traditional friend, a dazi ________.
A．takes more time to get along with B．is often based on a long-term relationship
C．makes social life easier and more relaxed D．requires a higher level of emotional support
2．What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A．Reasons for building a dazi relationship. B．Ways to find people with the same interests.
C．The importance of developing a close friendship. D．The role of socializing in fighting against loneliness.
3．What does the underlined word “hazards” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Efforts. B．Dangers. C．Surprises. D．Disagreements.
4．What does the author think of a dazi relationship
A．It can turn into a strong friendship. B．It is more suitable for outgoing people.
C．It often starts with respecting each other. D．It helps deepen connections with old friends.
【答案】1．C 2．A 3．B 4．A
【导语】本文主要讲述了在中国年轻人中流行的一种新兴社交趋势“搭子文化”，这种文化让人们通过共同兴趣来社交，而不需要过多的情感投入，进而轻松应对生活中的忙碌。这种关系能在活动中建立联系并抵抗孤独，同时也可能演变为更深厚的友情。
1．细节理解题。根据“Dazi makes social life easier and more comfortable. Unlike traditional friends who often need to hang out with each other and keep in close contact, a dazi is a more relaxed social partner.” 可知，“搭子”比传统朋友更容易和轻松，故选C。
2．细节理解题。根据第三段“In China, many young people are turning to dazi relationships to deal with their busy lives. Dazi is a quick and convenient way to socialize (社交) without a long-term promise.”可知，该段主要是关于建立“搭子”关系的原因，故选A。
3．词义猜测题。根据“This includes meeting strangers in person, which can put you at risk of harm.”可知，后文介绍了寻找“搭子”会伴随的一些危险，所以划线单词表示“危险”，故选B。
4．观点态度题。根据最后一段“A short-term friendship formed through dazi can probably turn into a long-term relationship.”可知，作者认为搭子关系可能变成长久的友谊关系，故选A。
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（2025年九年级上·安徽芜湖·期末）Drinking a cup of milk tea with friends That’s “city”. Visiting the Great Wall of China Very “city”. Riding a bike down Shanghai’s Anfu Road Quite “city”.
If you don’t get it, let me explain it to you. The popularity of “City bu city ” has risen on the Internet these days. You can use it to describe whether someone, or something is urban (都市的) and modern or not.
“City bu city ” was first used by American blogger Paul Mike Ashton. He has lived in Shanghai with his sister for years. His name on the Internet is “Bao Bao Xiong”. He likes sharing travel experiences in China on Douyin and Xiaohongshu. Ashton became popular after he shared a video of him asking his sister “City bu city ” on the Great Wall.
The word “city” itself has now taken on a new meaning as an adjective. Ashton himself says that it describes something that happens in the city, but it can also be “something that gives you a great love for life”.
In recent years, a large number of foreign tourists like Ashton have been sharing their experiences of visiting China online. Topics about travelling in China are becoming more and more popular. Now people around the world can learn more about different places of modern China and Chinese way of life. And all of these are shown in a more emotional (感性的), friendly and natural way.
1．Which country is “city bu city” said in
A．Britain. B．Germany. C．China. D．France.
2．Which of the following can NOT be described as “city”
A．Enjoying milk tea with friends. B．Travelling around Changsha.
C．Staying up late for homework. D．Riding a bike down Shanghai’s Anfu Road.
3．What can you learn from the passage
A．Few foreign tourists like sharing their experiences online.
B．More and more foreigners would like to travel in China.
C．People can learn more about different places in ancient China.
D．Creating a new meaning for a common word is Aston’s great hobby.
【答案】1．C 2．C 3．B
【导语】本文主要介绍了“City bu city ”这一网络热词的来源和含义。
1．细节理解题。根据“Ashton became popular after he shared a video of him asking his sister ‘City bu city ’ on the Great Wall.”可知，“City bu city ”是在中国的长城上说的。故选C。
2．细节理解题。根据“it describes something that happens in the city, but it can also be ‘something that gives you a great love for life’ ”可知，“city”描述的是发生在城市里的事，也可以是“让你对生活产生极大热爱的事”，“Staying up late for homework.”不符合这一含义。故选C。
3．推理判断题。根据“In recent years, a large number of foreign tourists like Ashton have been sharing their experiences of visiting China online.”可知，近年来，大量外国游客在网上分享他们在中国的旅游经历。故选B。
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（2025年九年级上·重庆沙坪坝·期末）The Ig Nobel Prizes honor funny studies
On Sept 12, the Ig Nobel Prizes of 2024 were given in the US to studies that “make people laugh, then think”. Let’s check out some of the winners.
That plant is a copycat
In 2013, scientists found a strange plant called Boquila trifoliolata (勃奎拉藤). It changes its leaves to look like other plants nearby. Jacob White in the US and Felipe Yamashita in Germany wanted to know why. They placed a Boquila trifoliolata under a shelf (架子) and a plastic plant above the shelf. As the Boquila trifoliolata grew tall, only the part reaching over the shelf looked like the plastic plant. So scientists think Boquila trifoliolata can “see” what happens around it.
Hey, look at your hair
In which direction do your hair whorls (头发旋) go A team led by Roman Khonsariin France discovered that in the northern half of Earth, most people’s hair spirals (螺旋) to the right. But in the southern half, it goes to the left. The team said this may be due to a force (力) produced by Earth’s rotation (自转). It makes things curve (弯曲) to the right in the northern half and left in the southern. Watch how water swirls (旋转) down the drain hole (排水孔) in the kitchen and you will see.
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To get more milk from a cow, what is the one thing that you should not do Scare it, said Fordyce Ely and William Peterson from the US. In 1940, they placed a cat on the back of a cow, and made paper bags explode (爆炸) beside the cow over and over again. The results showed that when cows are scared, they produce less milk.
1．What is special about Boquila trifoliolata
A．It grows faster in the dark. B．It looks like a plastic plant.
C．It can change color for self-protection. D．It can copy nearby plants’ looks.
2．How does water swirl down the drain hole in China, according to the text
A．It curves to the right. B．It goes straight down.
C．It curves to the left. D．It doesn’t have fixed directions.
3．What’s the best title of the third part
A．Cows are our friends. B．Don’t scare cows.
C．Let cows live in groups. D．Keep the environment peaceful.
4．What can we infer from the passage
A．Two American scientists know why Boquila trifoliolata changes its leaves.
B．Hair whorls go in different directions because of a force from Earth’s rotation.
C．People can get more milk if they keep the environment peaceful.
D．People in the US are good at studying science and doing funny studies.
【答案】1．D 2．A 3．B 4．C
【导语】本文介绍了2024年搞笑诺贝尔奖的部分获奖研究，包括勃奎拉藤能模仿附近植物样貌、地球自转力影响头发旋向以及惊吓奶牛会使其产奶量减少等有趣的科学发现。
1．细节理解题。根据“It changes its leaves to look like other plants nearby.”可知，勃奎拉藤的特别之处是它能模仿附近植物的样子，故选D。
2．推理判断题。根据“It makes things curve (弯曲) to the right in the northern half and left in the southern.”，可知，由于地球自转，使事物在北半部向右弯曲，中国在北半球，所以水在排水孔中会向右旋转，故选A。
3．主旨大意题。根据“To get more milk from a cow, what is the one thing that you should not do Scare it…”可知，第三部分主要讲了为了从奶牛身上获得更多牛奶，不要惊吓奶牛，因为惊吓会使奶牛产奶量减少，选项B“不要惊吓奶牛”能很好地概括这部分内容，故选B。
4．推理判断题。根据 “A team led by Roman Khonsarin France discovered that in the northern half of Earth, most people’s hair spirals (螺旋) to the right. But in the southern half, it goes to the left. The team said this may be due to a force (力) produced by Earth's rotation.” 可知，头发旋向不同方向是因为地球自转产生的力，故选B。
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（2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末）For more than a month, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of South Korean travelers visiting China. This is mainly due to the new visa-free policy of China, which has not only made travel more convenient but has also had a greater influence on different areas.
The visa-free policy, allowing South Koreans to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa, has made it easier for them to explore the rich cultural heritages (遗产) and different places of interest in China. Popular destinations (目的地) such as the Forbidden City, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, and the Bund (外滩) have seen a large rise. Special forces-style tourism is also popular among young people in South Korea. Some of them may visit China after work on Friday and spend their weekends.
The advantages of this policy go beyond tourism. Recent reports show that more South Korean visitors have helped the retail (零售), hotel, and transport businesses. Many shops and restaurants in tourist spots now serve South Korean preferences, offering Korean-language menus and accepting Korean payment methods.
Additionally, this policy has helped business exchanges between China and South Korea. People from both countries can now attend meetings, look for chances to work together, and put money in each other’s markets more smoothly. This strengthens economic connection and is likely to bring more teamwork in the future.
The Chinese government welcomes this positive trend and works hard to make sure the safety and comfort of all visitors, as the number of South Korean travelers continue to rise, China will have closer economic and cultural relations with its neighbor.
1．South Koreans can stay in China for ________.
A．30 days B．only 30 days with a visa C．no more than 30 days without a visa
2．Increasing numbers of Koreans visit China mainly because ________.
A．the new visa-free policy brings more convenience
B．they admire China’s cultural heritages and places of interest
C．business exchanges between China and South Korea has increased
3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
A．The policy makes it popular for most Koreans to spend weekends in China.
B．Many restaurants provide Korean food to meet the needs of Chinese people.
C．It brings economic and cultural connection between China and South Korea closer.
4．Which is the correct structure of this passage
A．①②/③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤
【答案】1．C 2．A 3．C 4．B
【导语】本文主要讲述了中国对韩国游客实施的免签证政策，使得大量韩国游客来中国旅游的情况。
1．细节理解题。根据第二段中“The visa-free policy, allowing South Koreans to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa”可知，免签证政策允许韩国人免签证在中国停留30天。故选C。
2．细节理解题。根据第一段中“This is mainly due to the new visa-free policy of China, which has not only made travel more convenient but has also had a greater influence on different areas.”可知，越来越多的韩国人来中国旅游，主要是因为新的免签证政策带来了更多的便利。故选A。
3．细节理解题。根据最后一段中“Korean travelers continue to rise, China will have closer economic and cultural relations with its neighbor.”可知，免签证政策使中国和韩国之间的经济和文化联系更加紧密。故选C。
4．篇章结构题。通读全文可知，第一段总起全文，介绍中国对韩国游客实施了免签证政策，大量韩国游客来中国旅游；第二、三、四段分别介绍了免签证政策带来的好处；第五段总结全文，随着韩国游客数量的持续上升，中国将与邻国建立更密切的经济和文化关系。故选B。
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（2025年九年级上·浙江金华·期末）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容 (1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
On December 4, 2024, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (联合国教科文组织) added China’s Spring Festival to its list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (人类非物质文化遗产). Now, China has 44 traditions listed, making it the country with the 1 (many) traditions on the list.
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is 2 very important festival in China and around the world. Being added to the list means that people recognize not only its Chinese origins 3 also the ideas it carries, which connect all people.
The Spring Festival shows China’s desire for peace and harmony. It supports values like 4 (have) a good relationship with society and nature.
Food is a big part of the Spring Festival. From dumplings to sticky rice cakes, all the foods carry good 5 (wish) for people’s loved ones. 6 you are in China, from north to south, you can find special food for the festival.
The Spring Festival 7 (include) many traditions and stories. For example, people once used fireworks and red decorations to scare away a beast (野兽) 8 (call) “nian” which was thought to hurt people and animals at the beginning of the new year. Today, people still hang red lanterns and set off fireworks. They hope these will keep away 9 bad spirits and bring good luck.
Apart from the customs on specific days, there are also other interesting symbols and events related to the festival. 10 is said that many of these celebrations have been passed down from generation to generation and are practised in China, Asia, and other places.
【答案】
1．most 2．a 3．but 4．having 5．wishes 6．Wherever 7．includes 8．called 9．from 10．It
【导语】本文主要介绍了中国的春节被联合国教科文组织列入人类非物质文化遗产名录，强调了春节的文化意义、传统习俗及其全球影响。
1．句意：现在，中国有44个传统被列入名单，使其成为名单上传统最多的国家。根据“making it the country with the.... traditions on the list”可知，和名单上的多个国家比较，所以用many的最高级most。故填most。
2．句意：春节，也被称为中国新年，是中国和世界各地一个非常重要的节日。空后festival是单数名词，此处用不定冠词，且very首字母发辅音音素，所以不定冠词用a。故填a。
3．句意：被列入名单意味着人们不仅认识到它的中国起源，而且认识到它所承载的思想，它将所有人联系在一起。not only...but also...“不仅……而且……”，固定短语，故填but。
4．句意：它支持像与社会和自然保持良好关系之类的价值观。介词like后跟动名词作宾语，故填having。
5．句意：从饺子到糯米糕，所有的食物都为人们所爱的人带来了美好的祝愿。根据“all the foods”可知，祝愿不止一个，所以此处用名词复数形式，故填wishes。
6．句意：无论你在中国哪里，从北到南，你都可以找到特殊的节日食物。根据“ ...you are in China, from north to south,”可知，此处指无论在中国哪里，wherever“无论在哪里”，首字母大写。故填Wherever。
7．句意：春节包括许多传统和故事。include“包括”，主语是“The Spring Festival”，时态是一般现在时，所以谓语动词用三单形式，故填includes。
8．句意：例如，人们曾经用烟花和红色装饰来吓唬名为“年”野兽，这被认为在新的一年开始时会伤害人和动物。野兽“被叫做”年，表被动，所以此处用过去分词作后置定语，故填called。
9．句意：他们希望这些能赶走恶鬼，带来好运。keep away from“远离”，固定短语，故填from。
10．句意：据说许多这样的庆祝活动代代相传，在中国、亚洲和其他地方都有。It is said that....“据说”，固定句型，故填It。
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（2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末）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。
Fridge magnets (冰箱贴) are a new business in the cultural tourism. They are popular among young people 1 they are usually not too expensive, easy to carry and show local cultural characters.
Shen Ji, who graduated 2 the University of Manchester in the UK with a Master’s degree, gave up her job in Hangzhou, and returned to her hometown to design fridge magnets. Her mother is running a homestay (民宿). If Shen Ji likes, she can take over 3 homestay. But Shen Ji started her fridge magnet business instead.
In fact, Shen Ji is a fridge magnet lover herself. Wherever she travels, she will buy local fridge magnets. The double-door fridge at her home 4 (cover) with fridge magnets of different sizes and shapes, leaving nearly no more space.
Shen Ji’s hometown, Moganshan, is a 5 (wide) known tourist attraction in China. “Cultural and creative 6 (product) are needed in Moganshan, and fridge magnets are one of the products,” she says, “but there are few people 7 (make) fridge magnets of Moganshan.” As a local, she has a deep 8 (understand) of her hometown culture. Therefore, designing fridge magnets for her hometown has become Shen Ji’s life goal.
So far, Shen Ji 9 (design) 7 fridge magnets with Moganshan characters. About 3,200 magnets have been sold. Shen Ji plans 10 (spread) local culture through her design and offer more creative cultural products.
【答案】
1．because 2．from 3．the 4．is covered 5．widely 6．products 7．making 8．understanding 9．has designed 10．to spread
【导语】本文主要介绍了沈吉回到家乡售卖带有自己家乡莫干山标志的冰箱贴的故事。
1．句意：它们在年轻人中很受欢迎，因为它们通常不太贵，易于携带，并显示当地文化特色。空处填连词连接前后两句话。根据“They are popular among young people”和“they are usually not too expensive, easy to carry and show local cultural characters.”可知，这两句话构成因果关系，前果后因，因为便宜等因素，所以冰箱贴很受欢迎，为原因状语从句，且主句在前，从句在后。because“因为”，引导原因状语从句。故填because。
2．句意：毕业于英国曼彻斯特大学的硕士沈吉放弃了杭州的工作，回到家乡设计冰箱贴。graduate from“从……毕业”。故填from。
3．句意：如果沈吉愿意，她可以接管民宿。此处特指前面提到过的民宿。用the表特指。故填the。
4．句意：她家里的双门冰箱上贴满了大小不同、形状各异的冰箱贴，几乎没有留下任何空间。描述事实用一般现在时。主语fridge与cover为逻辑上的动宾关系，用一般现在时态的被动语态，主语为单数的fridge，结构为is done。cover“覆盖”的过去分词为covered。故填is covered。
5．句意：沈吉的家乡莫干山是中国著名的旅游景点。空处位于形容词known前，用副词作状语。wide“宽的”，副词形式为widely“广泛地，普遍地”，强调普及程度。故填widely。
6．句意：她说：“莫干山需要文化与创意产品，冰箱贴就是其中一种，但制作莫干山冰箱贴的人却很少。”空处位于形容词creative后are前，填可数名词复数作主语，且此处指冰箱贴这种产品。product“产品”，可数名词，其复数形式为products。故填products。
7．句意：她说：“莫干山需要文化与创意产品，冰箱贴就是其中一种，但制作莫干山冰箱贴的人却很少。”空处填非谓语动词，且people与make之间是主动关系，空处用动词ing形式。make“制作”，其ing形式为making。故填making。
8．句意：作为一个当地人，她对家乡的文化有很深的了解。空处位于形容词a deep后，填可数名词单数作宾语。understand“理解”，动词，其名词为understanding，此处为可数名词。故填understanding。
9．句意：到目前为止，沈吉已经设计了7个印有莫干山符号的冰箱贴。根据“So far”可知，此句时态为现在完成时，结构为have/has done。主语为第三人称单数的Shen Ji，用has。design“设计”，其过去分词为designed。故填has designed。
10．句意：沈吉计划通过她的设计传播当地文化，并提供更多有创意的文化产品。plan to do sth“计划做某事”，空处填动词不定式。spread“传播”，动词，其不定式为to spread。故填to spread。备战2025年中考英语高分提能阅读理解社会热门新热点时文阅读学生版
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1 2025年九年级上·云南玉溪·期末 完形填空 孙先生运用AI换脸技术制作已故父亲的视频，以此来安慰91岁祖母的故事。
2 2025年九年级上·河南郑州·期末 完形填空 来自四川农村的视频博主李子柒的经历，包括她的家庭背景、祖父对她烹饪技艺的影响、早年生活的变故、为改善生活去城市工作又因祖母健康问题回村，以及她通过拍摄传统烹饪和艺术作品视频逐渐获得大量粉丝，虽中间停更但粉丝仍期待新视频，最终她更新视频后走红，成为传播中国传统文化的典范。
3 2025年九年级上·湖南娄底·期末 阅读理解 介绍了《柯林斯词典》、《剑桥词典》和《牛津词典》，宣布了他们2024年的年度词汇。
4 2025年九年级上·重庆巴南·期末 阅读理解 介绍了嫦娥6号成功登月并返回的报道以及这次任务的意义。
5 2025年九年级上·江苏扬州·期末 阅读理解 讲述了在中国年轻人中流行的一种新兴社交趋势“搭子文化”，这种文化让人们通过共同兴趣来社交，而不需要过多的情感投入，进而轻松应对生活中的忙碌。这种关系能在活动中建立联系并抵抗孤独，同时也可能演变为更深厚的友情。
6 2025年九年级上·安徽芜湖·期末 阅读理解 介绍了“City bu city ”这一网络热词的来源和含义。
7 2025年九年级上·重庆沙坪坝·期末 阅读理解 介绍了2024年搞笑诺贝尔奖的部分获奖研究，包括勃奎拉藤能模仿附近植物样貌、地球自转力影响头发旋向以及惊吓奶牛会使其产奶量减少等有趣的科学发现。
8 2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末 阅读理解 讲述了中国对韩国游客实施的免签证政策，使得大量韩国游客来中国旅游的情况。
9 2025年九年级上·浙江金华·期末 短文填空 介绍了中国的春节被联合国教科文组织列入人类非物质文化遗产名录，强调了春节的文化意义、传统习俗及其全球影响。
10 2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末 短文填空 介绍了沈吉回到家乡售卖带有自己家乡莫干山标志的冰箱贴的故事。
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（2025年九年级上·云南玉溪·期末）从题中所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并将所选答案涂到答题卡的相应位置上。
Recently, in Liaoning, a man called Mr. Sun used AI face-swapping (换脸) technology to make a video of his late (已故的) 1 . In the video, it looked like his father was 2 . Mr. Sun did this to make his 91-year-old grandmother feel 3 . Mr. Sun’s father 4 last year because of a serious illness. But the family didn’t tell the grandmother about her son’s death 5 they were worried about her health. They just told her that her son was 6 hospital in Beijing.
Seeing how much his grandmother missed his father, Mr. Sun wanted to do something to comfort (安慰) her. With the help of AI, he made his 7 look like his father’s. In the video, Mr. Sun said, “Mom, this is Jihai. I’m 8 in Beijing.” Even though the video wasn’t perfect, his grandmother 9 it was her son speaking and felt happy.
Mr. Sun felt a mix of feelings while making the video. He was sad and missed his father, but he was 10 happy to bring some comfort to his grandmother.
1．A．grandfather B．grandmother C．father D．mother
2．A．talking B．walking C．eating D．singing
3．A．more B．better C．less D．worse
4．A．traveled B．arrived C．lost D．died
5．A．although B．because C．until D．if
6．A．to B．on C．at D．in
7．A．leg B．hand C．face D．hair
8．A．welcome B．fine C．lonely D．serious
9．A．remembered B．expected C．promised D．believed
10．A．also B．again C．almost D．only
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（2025年九年级上·河南郑州·期末）先通读短文，掌握其大意，然后从A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个可以填入相应空白处的最佳答案。
Li Ziqi is a Chinese vlogger from the countryside in Sichuan Province. She is known for her 1 Chinese cooking skills as well as other artistic skills.
In Li’s early childhood, her parents divorced (离婚) and 2 her to live with her grandparents. Her 3 used to cook in local ceremonies (典礼) in the village. He played an 4 role in encouraging her to better her cooking skills.
When Li was in the fifth grade, her grandfather 5 because of illness. Her grandmother began raising her on her own. Their 6 became harder. In 2004, to make a better living, Li moved to the city to work. Eight years later, she returned to her village 7 her grandmother had a health problem. As time went by, she began enjoying the 8 life in her village, which made her relaxed and she finally decided to stay there.
However, Li always wanted to 9 the living standard of her family. So she 10 to do something new. She made videos of her everyday traditional cooking as well as artistic works. It was not a 11 at first. But she never gave up. She 12 gained a large number of followers who are more than 11.4 million. However, she hasn’t posted any new videos since July 14,2021. But her followers have been always 13 for her new videos.
On November 12, 2024, Li updated (更新) two videos online again and they quickly became 14 on the Internet. She is a model for 15 Chinese traditional culture, who makes more people understand and love Chinese culture. Everyone should learn from her.
1．A．awful B．normal C．general D．traditional
2．A．ordered B．left C．allowed D．invited
3．A．father B．mother C．grandfather D．grandmother
4．A．important B．interesting C．easy D．unforgettable
5．A．ran away B．passed away C．walked away D．moved away
6．A．food B．house C．life D．work
7．A．so B．because C．although D．until
8．A．rich B．busy C．noisy D．peaceful
9．A．value B．lower C．afford D．improve
10．A．decided B．refused C．remembered D．continued
11．A．failure B．shame C．success D．surprise
12．A．happily B．gradually C．hardly D．quietly
13．A．waiting B．playing C．crying D．looking
14．A．helpful B．popular C．available D．meaningful
15．A．processing B．influencing C．producing D．spreading
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（2025年九年级上·湖南娄底·期末）At the end of 2024, some great dictionaries—Collins, Cambridge, and Oxford--announced their words of the year 2024.
Collins Dictionary—Brat Tom loves soccer but can be naughty. In the past, being naughty meant being called a “brat,” which means mischievous (淘气的，恶作剧的). But now, “brat” also means being confident and independent. This year, “brat” became popular because it has both old and new meanings. It shows how words can change over time.
Cambridge Dictionary—Manifest The word “manifest” means to make dreams come true by thinking positively and imagining success. For example, let’s say you want to win a big competition. You can “manifest” this by thinking about winning every day, imagining you get the medal, and feel the joy and excitement of that moment. By doing this, you believe that you are more likely to actually win the competition. This year, it became popular because people use it to describe how they believe in and visualize (形象化) their goals.
Oxford Dictionary—Brain rot Imagine you’re at home and you have your phone. You start watching videos and scrolling through social media (媒体), and you do this for a really long time. After a while, you might feel like your brain is a bit fuzzy (迷糊的) or you’re having a hard time concentrating (集中) on other things. This year, people often use “brain rot” to describe this feeling.
1．What is Collins’ word of the year 2024
A．Brat. B．Manifest. C．Brain rot.
2．Why does the word “manifest” become popular this year
A．Because it is a new word.
B．Because it is related to social media use.
C．Because people use it to describe their goal-setting processes.
3．What does the term “brain rot” mean in the passage
A．A serious illness of the brain.
B．Happiness after using a phone.
C．Difficulty in concentrating on other things.
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（2025年九年级上·重庆巴南·期末）On June 25th, the returner of the Chang’ e-6 probe brought back the world’s first samples (样本) collected from the moon’s far side. It landed in Siziwang Banner, North China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, marking the Chang’ e-6 mission a complete success.
Chang’e-6 is one of the most difficult tasks in China’s efforts to explore space. Including a lander, an ascender (上升器), an orbiter (轨道器) and a returner, it was sent to space on May 3rd this year.
On June 2nd, the lander-ascender combination (组合体) landed in the designated landing area on the far side of the moon and carried out sampling work.
On June 4th, the ascender took off from the moon with samples.
On June 6th, it connected with the orbiter-returner combination and moved samples to the returner. The ascender then separated (分离) from the combination and landed on the moon to avoid becoming space junk.
The orbiter-returner combination spent 13 days in lunar orbit, waiting for the right chance to return to Earth. Then the returner separated from the orbiter and headed for Earth.
“The Chang’ e-6 mission is an important step in the history of human lunar exploration, and it will help us better understand the evolution (演变) of the moon,” said Yang Wei, a researcher of the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
“New samples will certainly lead to new discoveries. Now, Chinese scientists are eager to help with the development of lunar science,” Yang added.
1．How long does it take to complete the Chang’e-6 mission
A．One month. B．35 days. C．53 days. D．Two months.
2．The underlined word “eager” in the last paragraph probably means “________” in Chinese.
A．焦虑的 B．冷静的 C．渴望的 D．满足的
3．Which of the following can be put into No.50
A．waited for the chance to return
B．took off from the moon with samples
C．was sent to the space
D．moved a step in the space
4．Which of the following can be put into No.51
A．Meanings B．Goals C．Reasons D．Results
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（2025年九年级上·江苏扬州·期末）From “eating dazi” to “working out dazi” to “traveling dazi”, a new social trend (趋势) is taking off in China among young people. Dazi often refers to “side-by-side” or just “activity partner” in Chinese. It means people find new ways to connect with others and share their hobbies.
Dazi makes social life easier and more comfortable. Unlike traditional friends who often need to hang out with each other and keep in close contact, a dazi is a more relaxed social partner. Getting along with a dazi means one doesn’t have to accommodate (迁就) the other because of different interests and hobbies, which will greatly reduce social costs.
In China, many young people are turning to dazi relationships to deal with their busy lives. Dazi is a quick and convenient way to socialize (社交) without a long-term promise. It provides a way for young people to build social connections and fight against loneliness, without needing to care too much about each other like in close relationships. Moreover, social media makes it easy to find people with shared interests for certain activities.
However, finding a “dazi” often comes with some hazards. This includes meeting strangers in person, which can put you at risk of harm. So be careful when meeting an online dazi. To stay safe, always meet your online “dazi” in public and let someone know where you are going.
A short-term friendship formed through dazi can probably turn into a long-term relationship. While a dazi relationship is typically started for a certain activity, shared experiences and interests can lead to a deeper connection over time. If both parties are willing to spend time and effort developing a stronger relationship, it is possible for the friendship to become a long-term relationship. However, it’s important to respect each other’s personal space when building a relationship, without getting too involved or crossing any lines.
1．Compared with a traditional friend, a dazi ________.
A．takes more time to get along with B．is often based on a long-term relationship
C．makes social life easier and more relaxed D．requires a higher level of emotional support
2．What is Paragraph 3 mainly about
A．Reasons for building a dazi relationship. B．Ways to find people with the same interests.
C．The importance of developing a close friendship. D．The role of socializing in fighting against loneliness.
3．What does the underlined word “hazards” in Paragraph 4 probably mean
A．Efforts. B．Dangers. C．Surprises. D．Disagreements.
4．What does the author think of a dazi relationship
A．It can turn into a strong friendship. B．It is more suitable for outgoing people.
C．It often starts with respecting each other. D．It helps deepen connections with old friends.
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（2025年九年级上·安徽芜湖·期末）Drinking a cup of milk tea with friends That’s “city”. Visiting the Great Wall of China Very “city”. Riding a bike down Shanghai’s Anfu Road Quite “city”.
If you don’t get it, let me explain it to you. The popularity of “City bu city ” has risen on the Internet these days. You can use it to describe whether someone, or something is urban (都市的) and modern or not.
“City bu city ” was first used by American blogger Paul Mike Ashton. He has lived in Shanghai with his sister for years. His name on the Internet is “Bao Bao Xiong”. He likes sharing travel experiences in China on Douyin and Xiaohongshu. Ashton became popular after he shared a video of him asking his sister “City bu city ” on the Great Wall.
The word “city” itself has now taken on a new meaning as an adjective. Ashton himself says that it describes something that happens in the city, but it can also be “something that gives you a great love for life”.
In recent years, a large number of foreign tourists like Ashton have been sharing their experiences of visiting China online. Topics about travelling in China are becoming more and more popular. Now people around the world can learn more about different places of modern China and Chinese way of life. And all of these are shown in a more emotional (感性的), friendly and natural way.
1．Which country is “city bu city” said in
A．Britain. B．Germany. C．China. D．France.
2．Which of the following can NOT be described as “city”
A．Enjoying milk tea with friends. B．Travelling around Changsha.
C．Staying up late for homework. D．Riding a bike down Shanghai’s Anfu Road.
3．What can you learn from the passage
A．Few foreign tourists like sharing their experiences online.
B．More and more foreigners would like to travel in China.
C．People can learn more about different places in ancient China.
D．Creating a new meaning for a common word is Aston’s great hobby.
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（2025年九年级上·重庆沙坪坝·期末）The Ig Nobel Prizes honor funny studies
On Sept 12, the Ig Nobel Prizes of 2024 were given in the US to studies that “make people laugh, then think”. Let’s check out some of the winners.
That plant is a copycat
In 2013, scientists found a strange plant called Boquila trifoliolata (勃奎拉藤). It changes its leaves to look like other plants nearby. Jacob White in the US and Felipe Yamashita in Germany wanted to know why. They placed a Boquila trifoliolata under a shelf (架子) and a plastic plant above the shelf. As the Boquila trifoliolata grew tall, only the part reaching over the shelf looked like the plastic plant. So scientists think Boquila trifoliolata can “see” what happens around it.
Hey, look at your hair
In which direction do your hair whorls (头发旋) go A team led by Roman Khonsariin France discovered that in the northern half of Earth, most people’s hair spirals (螺旋) to the right. But in the southern half, it goes to the left. The team said this may be due to a force (力) produced by Earth’s rotation (自转). It makes things curve (弯曲) to the right in the northern half and left in the southern. Watch how water swirls (旋转) down the drain hole (排水孔) in the kitchen and you will see.
________________________
To get more milk from a cow, what is the one thing that you should not do Scare it, said Fordyce Ely and William Peterson from the US. In 1940, they placed a cat on the back of a cow, and made paper bags explode (爆炸) beside the cow over and over again. The results showed that when cows are scared, they produce less milk.
1．What is special about Boquila trifoliolata
A．It grows faster in the dark. B．It looks like a plastic plant.
C．It can change color for self-protection. D．It can copy nearby plants’ looks.
2．How does water swirl down the drain hole in China, according to the text
A．It curves to the right. B．It goes straight down.
C．It curves to the left. D．It doesn’t have fixed directions.
3．What’s the best title of the third part
A．Cows are our friends. B．Don’t scare cows.
C．Let cows live in groups. D．Keep the environment peaceful.
4．What can we infer from the passage
A．Two American scientists know why Boquila trifoliolata changes its leaves.
B．Hair whorls go in different directions because of a force from Earth’s rotation.
C．People can get more milk if they keep the environment peaceful.
D．People in the US are good at studying science and doing funny studies.
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（2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末）For more than a month, there has been a noticeable increase in the number of South Korean travelers visiting China. This is mainly due to the new visa-free policy of China, which has not only made travel more convenient but has also had a greater influence on different areas.
The visa-free policy, allowing South Koreans to stay in China for up to 30 days without a visa, has made it easier for them to explore the rich cultural heritages (遗产) and different places of interest in China. Popular destinations (目的地) such as the Forbidden City, Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, and the Bund (外滩) have seen a large rise. Special forces-style tourism is also popular among young people in South Korea. Some of them may visit China after work on Friday and spend their weekends.
The advantages of this policy go beyond tourism. Recent reports show that more South Korean visitors have helped the retail (零售), hotel, and transport businesses. Many shops and restaurants in tourist spots now serve South Korean preferences, offering Korean-language menus and accepting Korean payment methods.
Additionally, this policy has helped business exchanges between China and South Korea. People from both countries can now attend meetings, look for chances to work together, and put money in each other’s markets more smoothly. This strengthens economic connection and is likely to bring more teamwork in the future.
The Chinese government welcomes this positive trend and works hard to make sure the safety and comfort of all visitors, as the number of South Korean travelers continue to rise, China will have closer economic and cultural relations with its neighbor.
1．South Koreans can stay in China for ________.
A．30 days B．only 30 days with a visa C．no more than 30 days without a visa
2．Increasing numbers of Koreans visit China mainly because ________.
A．the new visa-free policy brings more convenience
B．they admire China’s cultural heritages and places of interest
C．business exchanges between China and South Korea has increased
3．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage
A．The policy makes it popular for most Koreans to spend weekends in China.
B．Many restaurants provide Korean food to meet the needs of Chinese people.
C．It brings economic and cultural connection between China and South Korea closer.
4．Which is the correct structure of this passage
A．①②/③④⑤ B．①/②③④/⑤ C．①/②/③④⑤
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（2025年九年级上·浙江金华·期末）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容 (1个单词) 或括号内单词的正确形式。
On December 4, 2024, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (联合国教科文组织) added China’s Spring Festival to its list of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity (人类非物质文化遗产). Now, China has 44 traditions listed, making it the country with the 1 (many) traditions on the list.
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is 2 very important festival in China and around the world. Being added to the list means that people recognize not only its Chinese origins 3 also the ideas it carries, which connect all people.
The Spring Festival shows China’s desire for peace and harmony. It supports values like 4 (have) a good relationship with society and nature.
Food is a big part of the Spring Festival. From dumplings to sticky rice cakes, all the foods carry good 5 (wish) for people’s loved ones. 6 you are in China, from north to south, you can find special food for the festival.
The Spring Festival 7 (include) many traditions and stories. For example, people once used fireworks and red decorations to scare away a beast (野兽) 8 (call) “nian” which was thought to hurt people and animals at the beginning of the new year. Today, people still hang red lanterns and set off fireworks. They hope these will keep away 9 bad spirits and bring good luck.
Apart from the customs on specific days, there are also other interesting symbols and events related to the festival. 10 is said that many of these celebrations have been passed down from generation to generation and are practised in China, Asia, and other places.
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（2025年九年级上·湖南长沙·期末）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。
Fridge magnets (冰箱贴) are a new business in the cultural tourism. They are popular among young people 1 they are usually not too expensive, easy to carry and show local cultural characters.
Shen Ji, who graduated 2 the University of Manchester in the UK with a Master’s degree, gave up her job in Hangzhou, and returned to her hometown to design fridge magnets. Her mother is running a homestay (民宿). If Shen Ji likes, she can take over 3 homestay. But Shen Ji started her fridge magnet business instead.
In fact, Shen Ji is a fridge magnet lover herself. Wherever she travels, she will buy local fridge magnets. The double-door fridge at her home 4 (cover) with fridge magnets of different sizes and shapes, leaving nearly no more space.
Shen Ji’s hometown, Moganshan, is a 5 (wide) known tourist attraction in China. “Cultural and creative 6 (product) are needed in Moganshan, and fridge magnets are one of the products,” she says, “but there are few people 7 (make) fridge magnets of Moganshan.” As a local, she has a deep 8 (understand) of her hometown culture. Therefore, designing fridge magnets for her hometown has become Shen Ji’s life goal.
So far, Shen Ji 9 (design) 7 fridge magnets with Moganshan characters. About 3,200 magnets have been sold. Shen Ji plans 10 (spread) local culture through her design and offer more creative cultural products.
