译林版（2019）必修 第一册Unit 4 Looking good, feeling good 课时练（含答案，共8份）

Unit 4　　Looking good, feeling good
第1练　Welcome to the unit & Reading(Ⅰ)
【夯实基础】
一、 词性转换
1. concerned adj. →_________n. & vt.
2. concentrate vi. & vt. →_________n.
3. surgery n. →_________adj.
4. energetic adj. →_________n.
5. nutrition n. →_________adj.
6. slightly adv. →_________n. & adj. & vt.
7. prove linking v. & vt. →_________n.
8. frightened adj. →_________n. →_________vt. & vi.
9. faint vi. & adj. →_________adv. →_________n.
10. function vi. & n. →_________ adj. →_________ adv.
二、 选择方框内的短语，并用其适当形式填空
get into shape; concentrate on; pass out; rather than; lose weight；slim down; take in; draw attention to; function as; struggle with
1. Many firms have had little choice but to __________________.
2. He was annoyed at the suggestion he should__________________.
3. I __________________ by the salesman when I bought that second hand television set.
4. If he took one more drink, he would __________________ on us.
5. More and more people are taking lots of exercise to __________________.
6. Lisa __________________ her conscience before talking to the police!
7. In this lecture I shall __________________ the early years of Charles's reign.
8. The zoo needed better management __________________ more money.
9. I tried not to __________________ the weak points in my argument.
10. A typical PDA can __________________ a mobile phone and a personal organizer.
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
(2023南京金陵中学期中)Climate change and increases in droughts and rainstorms pose serious challenges to our water management. An international group of scientists have brought together a large body of research on water quality in rivers worldwide. The study shows that river water quality tends to worsen during extreme weather events. As these events become more frequent and severe due to climate change, ecosystem health and human access to safe water may be increasingly under threat.
The research led by Dr Michelle van Vliet of Utrecht University, analyzed 965 cases of river water quality changes during extreme weather such as droughts, heatwaves, rainstorms, and floods. The analysis shows that in most cases, water quality tends to become worse during droughts and heatwaves(68%), rainstorms and floods(51%), and under long term changes in climate(56%). During droughts, less water is available to dilute contaminants(稀释污染物), while rainstorms and floods generally result in more contaminants that run off from land to rivers and streams. Improvements or mixed responses in water quality are also reported for some cases, for example, when increased transport of pollutants is offset(抵消) by more dilution during flood events.
Water quality changes are strongly driven by changes in water temperature. Land use and other human factors such as wastewater treatment also shape how this plays out. “Understanding the complex interplay between climate, land use, and human drivers, which together influence the sources and transport of pollutants, is crucial，” says van Vliet. The research also calls for more data collection and studies of water quality in non Western countries. “We need better monitoring of water quality in Africa and Asia, as most water quality studies now focus on rivers and streams in North America and Europe.”
The results of the study underline the urgent need for a better understanding of water quality changes during extreme weather events. It sounds an alarm to us. Only then will we be able to develop effective water management strategies that can safeguard our access to clean water and ensure ecosystem health under climate change and increasing weather extremes.
(　　) 1. What can we learn from Paragraph 1
A. Human beings should be blamed for climate change.
B. Worsened water quality is threatening the climate.
C. Water quality in rivers worldwide is under risk.
D. Water management has been improved recently.
(　　) 2. What is Paragraph 2 of the text mainly about
A. The threats caused by extreme weather.
B. The factors influencing water safety.
C. The findings of van Vliet's research.
D. The design of van Vliet's experiment.
(　　) 3. According to Paragraph 3, which will van Vliet probably agree with
A. Water quality in non Western countries is more terrible.
B. Human activities have a big influence on water quality.
C. Related data collection and studies of Europe is adequate.
D. Water quality changes are dominated by water temperature.
(　　) 4. What is the author's attitude toward van Vliet's research
A. Unclear. B. Contradictory.
C. Doubtful. D. Approving.
二、 七选五
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2023湖北黄石期中)It is never too late to develop great study habits. However, starting making some changes is hard. Even if you want to do well enough in school and improve your grades, you're probably having trouble getting started in the first place! __1__．
Plan your time carefully. Make a list of your weekly tasks. Make a schedule of your time. Then decide on good, regular time for studying. __2__， but it will make you more aware of how you spend your time.
Find a good place to study. Choose one place as your study area. It may be a desk or a chair at home or in the school library, but it should be comfortable and quiet. When you begin to work, you should be able to concentrate on the subject.
Skim before you read. __3__. As you preview the material, you get some idea of the passage and how it is organized.
__4__. Listening to what the teacher says in class means less work later. Taking notes helps you remember what the teacher says.
Develop a good attitude to tests. The purpose of a test is to show how well you have learned about a subject. __5__. Tests provide grades, but they also let you know that you need to spend more time studying.
There are other skills that might help you with your study. Share with your classmates some of the skills you have found to be helpful.
A. Study regularly
B. Make good use of your time in class
C. There are several ways that can help you
D. Develop a positive attitude by setting realistic goals
E. This weekly schedule may not solve all of your problems
F. The world won't end if you don't pass a test, so don't worry too much about a test
G. This means looking over a passage quickly before you begin to read it more carefully
1._________2._________3._________4._________5._________
三、 语法填空
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。
Sally is a good student. She does well in all her 1._________ (subject). You must wonder 2._________ she can study so well. Let me tell you something about her good study habits.
First, Sally spends two hours 3._________ (study) after school every day. And she always studies from seven to nine on schedule. Sally is a very 4._________ (determine) girl, so nothing can stop her doing that.
Second, if Sally wants to start studying, first she 5._________ (put) everything that has nothing to do with her studying aside, like 6._________ cellphone. And actually there are only books left on her desk.
Third, Sally never 7._________ (leave) her problems till next day. When she meets some difficult problems and she can't work 8._________ out, she will make a request 9._________ help. She doesn't wait 10._________ (do) them next day.
What do you think of Sally's study habits You can have a try. I hope they will be helpful to you.
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第2练　Welcome to the unit & Reading(Ⅱ)
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P50
【夯实基础】
一、 单词拼写
1. His son started s__________ school due to his addiction to computer games.
2. I got in touch with him i__________ after I received the letter.
3. It's a teacher's duty to be c__________ about the students' study.
4. My grandfather is as e__________ as a young man.
5. The child was f__________ to death by the violent thunderstorm.
6. They will be _________(稍微) more expensive but they last a lot longer.
7. As everybody knows, staying up late and sitting for a long time will _________(极度地) damage people's health.
8. _________(幸运地), everything worked out all right in the end.
9. Cooking vegetables will lead to reducing their _________(营养的) value.
10. The promotion _________(证明) to be a turning point in his career.
二、 完成句子
1. 改变一个人的容貌很难，但是做一个善良的人并不难。
It's hard to change one's appearance, but _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ a kind person.
2. 长期熬夜对我们的身体危害很大，而且会引发不良情绪。
_________ _________ _________ for a long time does great harm to our bodies, and _________ _________, it can cause bad moods.
3. 我们一找到Dan就迅速将他送到了附近的一家医院。
We _________ _________ _________ a nearby hospital _________ we found him.
4. 很多时候，当我见到他时，他正忙于他的设计。
_________ _________ _________ _________, he's busy with his design when I meet him.
5. 当我有问题的时候，我总是求助于我的父母。
I always _________ _________ _________ _________ when I have a problem.
6. 每当我们相处有困难时，我们的老师总会立即帮助我们。
Whenever we _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ each other, our teachers always help us immediately.
7. 他的父亲手术后已完全康复。
His father _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ from the operation.
8. 我想听听你对外貌的看法。
I'd like to hear your _________ on the _________ _________.
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A(2022湖南师大附中期中改编)
When I was in middle school, I met my English literature teacher, who was new to teaching. She was only 22 but she always did her best to make learning fun. She would give us a personalized mini notebook for every student's birthday. I had this simple small notebook. She had filled the first couple pages telling me how much she loved having me as a student, how far she knew I would go, and other affirmations. It seemed small but for a 13 year old child who had a hard home life, it made all the difference.
In my junior year of high school, in one English class, we were discussing a story when one student called Carl made a point. The teacher was dismissive(不以为然的) and said Carl was wrong. The next day, the teacher said he was wrong to dismiss what Carl said so quickly. “Let's take a look at that again.” After the discussion, it became clear that Carl's point was indeed unreasonable, but I was impressed the teacher publicly owned to his mistake and did what he should.
When I was in grade one, my mother gave me one really awful haircut. On the first day back at school, the kids picked on me horribly, so I ran out and hid. The headmaster found me and took me back. He asked me to wait outside for a minute while he talked to the class. The next day, we had an assembly(晨会) with the entire school and he walked up on the stage with his head shaved completely bald and criticized the bad mannered behavior.
Twenty years later, I ran into him at the local college. I thought he didn't remember me, but he said my name and the event. The man was and is a hero in my eyes.
(　　) 1. What does the underlined word “affirmations” in Paragraph 1 mean
A. Instructions. B. Suggestions.
C. Encouragements. D. Descriptions.
(　　) 2. What can we learn from Paragraph 2
A. Carl read a new story to the class before discussion.
B. The author was impressed by the teacher's teaching method.
C. The English teacher made an immediate apology to Carl in class.
D. Carl's point wasn't paid much attention by the teacher at first.
(　　) 3. Which of the following best describes the headmaster
A. Loyal and brave. B. Patient and organized.
C. Funny and strict. D. Kind and respectable.
(　　) 4. Where can you probably read this passage
A. Blog. B. Science fiction.
C. Fashion magazine. D. Entertainment newspaper.
B(2023苏州期中)
To raise money for restaurant workers who had to stay at home during the pandemic, two brothers, Aiden and Louis Ardine, decided to walk 3，200 miles across America.
Having arrived on the sands of the Pacific Ocean, Aiden and Louis Ardine have completed their five month walk. They had hoped to raise $30，000 for some charities(慈善组织) that were helping restaurant workers waiting for the pandemic to end, but ended up making $70，000—which they gave away to the COCO Fund and the Restaurant Workers' Community Foundation.
“This would not have been possible without the help of a huge community of people, whether people were donating or helping us guide our way across the United States，” said Aiden Ardine. “This was surely an adventure full of hope, and it proved people are born good and want to help their neighbors.”
Just like cross country trips in this nation, their journey was characterized by amazing views, long roads, and helpful strangers: like a man who passed them in the extreme heat of summertime in Iowa, before doubling back and giving them a cold drink; or a Nevada campground manager who let them stay for free.
In Utah they had what the naturalist John Muir would have described as an “interview” with a black bear. When rounding a corner in the path, they found themselves within a few feet of it.
When they reached San Francisco, their supporters were waiting for them on the beach. Afterwards they flew home along with their mom who had been there to meet them. After their adventurous stay away from home, we can only imagine she was really feeling proud of her sons.
(　　) 5. Why did the two brothers collect money
A. To set up some charities.
B. To help end the pandemic.
C. To complete their five month walk.
D. To help restaurant workers stuck at home.
(　　) 6. Which word can best describe the two brothers
A. Humorous. B. Caring. C. Intelligent. D. Honest.
(　　) 7. What happened to the brothers in Utah
A. They met with a bear. B. They were interviewed.
C. They saw a naturalist. D. They were injured in an accident.
(　　) 8. What can be the best title for the text
A. A Long Journey B. Walk with Love
C. A Proud Mother D. Adventure with Fun
二、 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
(2023常州联盟校期中)When 29 year old artist Sophia recalls her mother, Marilyn, she remembers her singing. “She loved karaoke and funny 80s' __1__，” Sophia says. “She sang all the time.” In late 2017, before cancer __2__ Sophia's mother of her voice, she __3__ a message in English and __4__ it inside a teddy bear: “You make Mommy so proud. No matter where you are, a part of me will always be with you. I love you forever.”
After her mother's death in 2019 at age 53, that teddy bear became Sophia's most priceless __5__. Therefore, when the backpack containing it was __6__ in the mess of moving, Sophia was __7__. She spent that night crazily __8__ dustbins in downtown Vancouver. When her __9__ proved fruitless, she took her hunt to the Internet, __10__ photos of her lost Mamabear and the security video on Twitter. A local CBC reporter __11__ the story, and the news made it all the way to an actor, who encouraged his 17 million Twitter followers to help Sophia, __12__ a $5，000 reward for the bear's safe return.
__13__， Mamabear made it back to Sophia's arms four days later, thanks to some good hearted people, who __14__ the thief from the security video Sophia had shared on social media. Sophia was excited: “I feel like losing that bear and __15__ it was just my mother telling me, ‘The world is okay, kid. You're going to be fine. I will always be with you.’”
(　　) 1. A. songs B. goals C. paths D. adventures
(　　) 2. A. challenged B. charged C. reminded D. robbed
(　　) 3. A. improved B. recorded C. proposed D. contacted
(　　) 4. A. targeted B. gathered C. pressed D. kept
(　　) 5. A. option B. material C. possession D. facility
(　　) 6. A. ignored B. stolen C. escaped D. deserted
(　　) 7. A. upset B. alarmed C. awkward D. concerned
(　　) 8. A. going through B. looking through
C. passing through D. combing through
(　　) 9. A. behaviour B. effort C. performance D. measure
(　　)10. A. seeking B. shooting C. sharing D. editing
(　　)11. A. covered B. advanced C. viewed D. responded
(　　)12. A. designing B. contributing C. offering D. stressing
(　　)13. A. Confidently B. Amazingly C. Positively D. Anxiously
(　　)14. A. attracted B. battled C. judged D. recognized
(　　)15. A. exchanging B. acquiring C. desiring D. recovering
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第3练　Grammar and usage
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P52
【夯实基础】
一、 语法巩固(用关系副词或“介词＋关系代词”连接句子)
1. We will never forget the day. We visited the Great Wall that day.
______________________________________________________________________
2. The reason is not clear. He refused the invitation for the reason.
______________________________________________________________________
3. My father once worked on the farm. The farm has taken on a new look in recent years.
______________________________________________________________________
4. Wang Fang donated nearly 3 million yuan to poor children. Her life was very hard.
______________________________________________________________________
5. The city at the foot of the mountain is a very beautiful one. I once lived in it.
______________________________________________________________________
6. The boy is my brother. You talked with him just now.
______________________________________________________________________
二、 完成句子
1. 其他人很难与像父母和同学这样的人相处融洽。
Others _________ _________ _________ on well with people like their parents and classmates.
2. 他最终被诊断为患有癌症。
He was eventually diagnosed as _________ _________ _________.
3. 孤独是一个严重的社会问题，会导致抑郁甚至犯罪。
Loneliness is a serious social problem that _________ _________ _________ depression and even crimes.
4. 这种人总是坚持自己的观点，即使这意味着他们可能会陷入麻烦。
Such people _________ _________ _________ their own views, even if it means that they may get into trouble.
5. 造成这种差异的原因是什么？
What is the reason _________ _________ _________ _________
6. 你还记得我们在海南度过寒假的日子吗？
Do you still remember the days _________ _________ _________ the winter holiday in Hainan
7. 以下是我认为对你有难度的问题。
Here are the questions, _________ _________ _________ _________ difficult for you.
8. 你能告诉我他正在开会的地点吗？
Could you tell me the place _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ the meeting
9. 他们已经到了不得不彼此分离的地步。
They have _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ they have to separate from each other.
10. 我们将在一个月内实现年初制定的销售目标。
We will reach the sales targets in a month _________ _________ _________ at the beginning of the year.
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
(2023黄石期中)Cheating can happen in a lot of different ways.When people cheat, it's not fair to other people, like the kids who studied for the test or who the true winners of a game were.
Many people like the action of cheating.In their opinion, it makes difficult things seem easy, like getting all the right answers on the test.But it doesn't solve the problem of not knowing the material and it won't help on the next test—unless the person cheats again.
Some people lose respect for cheaters and think less of them.The cheaters themselves may feel bad because they know they shouldn't get the good grades. And, if they get caught cheating，they will be in trouble at school, and maybe at home, too.
Some kids cheat because they're busy or lazy and they want to get good grades without spending the time studying.Other kids might feel like they can't pass the test without cheating.Even when there seems to be a “good reason” for cheating, cheating isn't a good idea.
If you were sick or upset about something the night before the day and couldn't study, it would be better to talk with the teacher about this.And if you don't have enough time to study for a test because of swimming practice, you need to talk with your parents about how to balance swimming and school.A kid who thinks cheating is the only way to pass a test, needs to talk with the teacher and his or her parents so they can find some solutions together.Talking about these problems and working them out will feel better than cheating.
(　　) 1. What does the author think when kids cheat in class
A. It is unfair to other people.
B. It does harm to their health.
C. Teachers should punish them.
D. Teachers shouldn't stop them at once.
(　　) 2. Why do many people like to cheat
A. Because they think the material on the test is very difficult.
B. Because they want to do better than the others.
C. Because cheating can make hard things seem very easy.
D. Because they have little time to study their lessons.
(　　) 3. What does the fourth paragraph mainly tell us
A. Some kids can't pass the test without cheating.
B. Why kids cheat in the test.
C. Cheating isn't a good idea.
D. Some kids don't spend the time studying.
(　　) 4. What can we learn from the passage
A. Cheaters are often thought highly of.
B. People show no respect for those who cheat.
C. Parents whose kids cheat are often in trouble.
D. Kids cheat in the test because of swimming practice.
二、 七选五
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2023南京六校联合体期中调研)Are you nervous when sitting in the exam hall Do worrying thoughts keep you awake at night You may have experienced at least one of these situations. __1__！ There are many ways to help reduce this uncomfortable feeling. Here are three simple techniques that could make a difference.
__2__
Do you jump out of bed the moment the alarm rings every morning Or do you check your phone the moment your eyes are open？Perhaps the next time you get up in the morning, you can try this. Slowly get up and sit at your bed for a few minutes. __3__. You can shut your eyes if you feel that helps. The important thing is not to let any hurried thoughts fill your mind. Just be present, with no thoughts of the past or future. In these few quiet minutes to yourself, you will feel refreshed!
Eat mindfully
Meals today seem to be in the company of more than just knives and forks. In many cases, we have our phones right next to the served food, and our eyes are busy with the world within them. Such actions can result in a stomachache and overworked brain.__4__. Slow down and let your eyes focus on the different colors, and allow your tongue to taste different flavors. Chew the food well, and feel the sensations. This is called mindful eating. It helps you to be aware of the food you put in your mouth.
Get moving
Do you often lock yourself in your room, finishing up your school work or playing video games __5__. Playing sports or simply cycling helps reduce the body's stress and lift your mood. It has long been studied by scientists that even five minutes of exercise can have anti anxiety effects!
These are the three simple ways to feel less anxious and stressed. You would need to maintain these practices, of course. However, when you see the improvements in your mental well being, it's worth the efforts. Give them a try. Your mind will thank you for it.
A. Sit at your bed
B. Live in the present
C. Let the body and mind feel the peace
D. Instead, take mealtime as a time to enjoy your food
E. Then it is time to get out of the chair and have some fun
F. This, in turn, has the effect of bringing your body into a state of deep relaxation
G. It is a sign that anxiety is growing in your body, and your brain is asking for help
1._________2._________3._________4._________5._________
三、 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
(2023连云港期中)Afraid to have a start, I was walking slowly into my first school in America. I had __1__ a long way from India in order to join my parents. My father decided that I would go to school here, so I __2__ a local high school in my new town.
With __3__ and fear, I arrived at the classroom. Everyone's eyes were on me as I entered the classroom. I went straight to the __4__ and asked him if it was the right class. With a __5__ voice, he answered, “Yes.” His voice comforted me a little. Then he asked me to __6__ where I would sit. I selected the __7__ closest to the door instead of the corner where all of the boys were sitting. I spent the rest of the class taking notes from the __8__ produced by the overhead projector(投影仪).
__9__ it was my first day, I was confused about which hallway to walk through, but I __10__ to get to my classroom without asking anyone. I wasn't quite sure when I would have __11__. It was noon when I went to my next class and the bell rang as I entered. I went through the __12__ process of asking the teacher if I was in the right class. Feeling surprised, she said, “That is the lunch bell.” I felt a little __13__. Without another word, I headed for the cafeteria.
I realized that all the confusion on my first day was like the difficulty I had to __14__ to reach my goal. When I got on my bus and sat down inside __15__， I said to myself, “Today isn't so bad.”
(　　) 1. A. traveled B. lived C. felt D. suffered
(　　) 2. A. explored B. found C. entered D. built
(　　) 3. A. anger B. anxiety C. doubt D. sadness
(　　) 4. A. foreigner B. teacher C. worker D. partner
(　　) 5. A. deep B. familiar C. strict D. soft
(　　) 6. A. find B. see C. choose D. discuss
(　　) 7. A. area B. direction C. seat D. goal
(　　) 8. A. movies B. pictures C. voices D. stories
(　　) 9. A. Since B. If C. Though D. Before
(　　)10. A. feared B. refused C. hesitated D. managed
(　　)11. A. gifts B. chances C. fun D. lunch
(　　)12. A. interesting B. unexpected C. same D. easy
(　　)13. A. funny B. excited C. lonely D. awkward
(　　)14. A. put away B. get through C. build up D. show off
(　　)15. A. suddenly B. happily C. curiously D. actually
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第4练　Integrated skills
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P54
【夯实基础】
一、 选择方框内的短语，并用其适当形式填空
in addition; work on; live with; be unlikely to; in general；turn out; take place; more than; be anxious about; suffer from
1. John can't stick __________________ his parents.
2. He has a regular job to do.__________________ , he has to take on an extra one on Sundays.
3. __________________, the changes they had made were to be welcomed.
4. They __________________ the building all through the winter.
5. Sometimes things don't __________________ the way we think they're going to.
6. They now cost marginally __________________ they did last year.
7. It's natural for parents __________________ their children's future.
8. A sea change has __________________ in young people's attitudes to their parents.
9. Many people __________________ mental illness at some point in their lives.
10. They __________________ get here on time, I fear.
二、 完成句子
1. 他娶了一个女孩，她的父亲是来自好莱坞的美国著名演员。
He _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ is a famous American actor from Hollywood.
2. 除了这些安排以外，另增救护车值班至午夜。
_________ _________ _________ _________ _________, extra ambulances will be on duty until midnight.
3. 这种病通常用药物和严格控制饮食进行治疗。
This disease _________ _________ _________ _________ drugs and a strict diet.
4. 他的父亲说他从不后悔送他的儿子去国外读书。
His father says that he _________ _________ _________ _________ his son to study abroad.
5. 我们想走的头一条路结果是条死胡同。
The first street we tried _________ _________ _________ _________ a dead end.
6. 教学中教师对学生的积极性评价，能帮助他们树立自信心，促进其学的提高。
Teachers' positive assessment on students in teaching can _________ _________ _________ _________ and improve their performance in study.
7. 一些学生在擦窗户，其他学生在拖地。
_________ _________ are cleaning the windows, _________ _________ are mopping the floor.
8. 运动给人们带来身体上的好处。此外，它还能改善心理健康。
Doing sports brings people physical benefits._________ _________, it improves mental health.
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
(2023江苏天一中学期中)A recent survey found children would rather be online influencers than astronauts. It made headlines and led to plenty of complaints about “kids these days”. Is influencing a promising career path The lifestyles we see advertised on social media are enticing,_but under the shining appearance lie uncertain income, pay inequality and mental health issues.
Successful influencers will be the first to claim that anyone can make it in the industry. However, social media economy experts uncovered a huge income gap between successful influencers and everyone else. For most people trying to become an influencer, their passion projects of content creation often become free work for brands.
Most influencers are self employed, often experiencing inconsistent income and a lack of protection that comes with long term employment. The risks of self employment are increased in the influencer industry by an absence of industry standards and little pay transparency(透明度). Influencers are often forced to assess their own value and determine fees for their work. As a result, content creators often undervalue their own creative labour, and many end up working for free.
Influencers are also often at the mercy of algorithms(运算法则)—the behind the scenes computer programs that determine which posts are shown, in which order, to users. Platforms share little detail about their algorithms, yet they finally determine who and what gains visibility and influence on social media. That's why the threat of invisibility is becoming a constant source of insecurity for influencers, who are under constant pressure to feed platforms with content. If they don't, they may be “punished” by the algorithms—having posts hidden or displayed lower down on search results.
Constant online presence leads to one of the most common issues in the influencer industry: mental health concerns. Influencers can connect to their platform workspaces and audiences at any time of day or night, which can lead to them overworking. Coupled with the fear of online criticism, it contributes to mental and physical health issues.
Although becoming an influencer may look appealing to more and more people, the industry's dark underside needs to be made visible and improved through enhanced employment regulation and industry led cultural change.
(　　) 1. What does the underlined word “enticing” in Paragraph 1 mean
A. Imaginative. B. Similar. C. Traditional. D. Attractive.
(　　) 2. What might lead to many influencers undervaluing their creative work
A. Their belief in winning through quantity.
B. Money paid by the industry is often hidden.
C. Their eagerness to make their work visible online.
D. There're few employment opportunities in the industry.
(　　) 3. Why do the influencers feel stressed according to Paragraph 4
A. They are often punished by platforms.
B. They have little knowledge of platform algorithms.
C. They find it difficult to create new content constantly.
D. They have to work out the order of posts to be displayed.
(　　) 4. What is the author's purpose in writing this text
A. To describe the life of self employed content creators.
B. To stress the importance of visibility in the online world.
C. To reveal relationships between platforms and influencers.
D. To show the dark side of working as an online content creator.
二、 七选五
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
(2023宿迁沭阳期中)A report by the World Health Organization concludes a majority of teenagers worldwide aren't physically active enough. Many children don't participate in any extracurricular(课外的) activities. __1__ In fact, participating in high quality PE classes provides numerous benefits for students. Now let's take a look at some of them.
__2__
A PE class is an ideal setting for developing healthy habits and acquiring an understanding of one's own body. Daily physical education encourages children to be physically active and develop abilities and skills which are beneficial for them both physically and emotionally throughout their lives.
Helping reduce stress and anxiety.
__3__ When kids are allowed to be active and move their bodies at school, it becomes a natural body and mind energizer that makes the rest of the day far more enjoyable. Physical activity can help to improve mood and emotional stability, and prevent anxiety disorders as well.
Boosting academic learning.
Numerous studies have shown that there is a strong link between physical activity and academic achievement. PE can improve concentration, attention, and memory, as well as reduce stress and fatigue(疲劳). It can also help to improve mood and energy levels in kids. __4__
Strengthening relationships with others.
In PE lessons, students are frequently asked to work together to complete certain tasks. This allows them to strengthen relationships with their classmates. __5__ PE can also teach students how to better manage conflict and help develop communication skills. These factors contribute to the development of strong, healthy relationships with others.
A. Encouraging physical activity for life.
B. Developing a strong sense of teamwork.
C. In some cases, these relationships can last a lifetime.
D. All of these factors can lead to improved grades and test scores.
E. PE can be the perfect means for students to take the pressure off.
F. Students can also learn how to handle winning and losing gracefully.
G. What would happen if teenagers were no longer given access to quality PE
1._________2._________3._________4._________5._________
三、 应用文写作
(2023盐城期中)你校将举办英语演讲比赛。请你以Be Wise Internet Users为题，写一篇发言稿参赛，内容包括：
1. 明智上网的重要性；
2. 提出具体建议(两到三条)。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式作答。
Be Wise Internet Users
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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第5练　Extended reading & Project(Ⅰ)
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P55
【夯实基础】
一、 词性转换
1. talent n. →_________adj.
2. digital adj. →_________vt.
3. fashion n. →_________adj.
4. appear vi. →_________n.
5. external adj. →_________opp.
6. achievement n. →_________vt. & vi.
7. beauty n. →_________adj. →_________vt.
8. strength n. →_________adj. →_________vt. & vi.
9. negative adj. →_________adv.→_________opp.
10. individuality n. →_________n. & adj. →_________adv.
二、 选择方框内的短语，并用其适当形式填空
live up to; hang over; focus on; fight a losing battle; end up; take in; take pride in; show off; guard against; have side effects
1. China has __________________ its promise of hosting a “green, inclusive, open and clean” Winter Olympics.
2. If he continues like this, he will __________________ lifting a stone only to drop it on his own feet.
3. We should take measures __________________ accidents so that people can live a happy life.
4. The possibility of being unable to make a full recovery is __________________ her.
5. The kind old lady offered __________________ the poor homeless woman.
6. The discussion held last Friday __________________ some of the most serious problems the teenagers are facing.
7. The girl is __________________ to stop herself from crying.
8. Generally speaking, according to the directions, the drug doesn't __________________.
9. The player was given hardly any opportunities __________________ his talents.
10. If you've done your best, __________________ your efforts no matter what the result is.
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
(2023南京金陵中学期中)Danone Portugal introduced a new yogurt named Juntos. For every pack of yogurt that a person bought, he would donate yogurt to a family in need. Danone had done its research. Increasingly, people say they want to buy from brands that give them a sense of purpose. Surely a yogurt that helped the needy would be appealing. But Juntos was a failure. Despite sinking millions into a marketing campaign, Danone pulled Juntos from the market only months after it was launched. Now the same product is simply marketed as a tasty yogurt.
What happened To find the reason behind Juntos' failure, Lawrence Williams and his colleagues did an experiment where they showed people some products and asked these people to pick one option. They reminded some to focus on the “purposeful and valuable” aspect while others were told to “enjoy themselves” and focus on “delight and pleasure”. They found that participants who prioritized meaning preferred the less expensive product when compared with people who put pleasure in the first place.
So why were meaning seekers cheaping out Lawrence Williams asked participants to explain their decision making to find out. He learned that meaning oriented people were not thinking about how the product they might buy could bring meaning to their lives. Instead, they were occupied with what else they could do with their money.
I am all for people making wise and strategic financial choices. But cheap products can create many problems. Inexpensive options often do not last as long as the higher end ones. As a result, we shop more often, which is ultimately worse for our wallets. Plus, that spending pattern can do greater damage to the environment. Thanks in part to fast fashion, people buy 60 per cent more clothing today than they did 15 years ago. The fashion industry alone emits more greenhouse gases than international flights and maritime(海洋的) shipping combined.
So before you dive into your wallet for some deals, try not to fix only on what you are spending or saving. Think carefully about what you are buying, too.
(　　) 1. What is the main reason for the failure of Juntos
A. It ignored marketing strategies.
B. It priced itself relatively high.
C. It lacked a particularly good taste.
D. It focused on delight and pleasure.
(　　) 2. What can be inferred about meaning seekers
A. They frequent high end stores.
B. They think products extend their lives.
C. They hesitate to make decisions.
D. They make more purchases with money.
(　　) 3. How is Paragraph 4 mainly developed
A. By giving some examples. B. By listing numbers and data.
C. By explaining reasons. D. By making some comparisons.
(　　) 4. Which is the most suitable title for the text
A. Innovation: A Product's Life
B. To Buy or Not to Buy
C. Meaning Seekers or Quality Pursuers
D. Fast Fashion: A Hit to Your Wallet
二、 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
(2023黄石期中)My father was a strong fisherman. He loved the sea and would stay out until he caught enough to __1__ the family.
When we met __2__ weather, he would drive me to school with his old truck. And after we arrived, he would bend over and give me a __3__ on the face and then tell me to be a good boy. I always felt very shy in front of so many other __4__. I was already a twelve year old young man, but my father still kissed me goodbye!
Then on a rainy day, I __5__ to tell him my feeling. When we stopped at the school gate, the __6__ big smile appeared on my father's face. I __7__ what would happen next. I __8__ put my hand up and for the first time said “No” to him. The smile on his face immediately changed into a __9__ look. He looked at me for a long time, and tears began to appear in his eyes. I was shocked. I had never __10__ him cry! Then he said, “You're right. You are a big boy … a man. I won't kiss you anymore.”
Not long after that, my dad went to the sea on a bad day. Most of the __11__ stayed at home, but not Dad, because he had a big family to feed. But after that day, he __12__ came back. Later his boat was found with its nets half in and half out. He must have __13__ a strong wind and was trying to save the nets.
How I wished I hadn't __14__ my father's kiss! And from this I have learnt that we should take every chance with our family and friends as the last one in our lives. We can have __15__ regrets(遗憾) by doing this.
(　　) 1. A. enjoy B. feed C. keep D. save
(　　) 2. A. fine B. warm C. cool D. bad
(　　) 3. A. kiss B. smile C. touch D. chat
(　　) 4. A. passengers B. workers C. schoolmates D. friends
(　　) 5. A. decided B. agreed C. advised D. happened
(　　) 6. A. strange B. usual C. beautiful D. kind
(　　) 7. A. concerned B. wondered C. knew D. remembered
(　　) 8. A. curiously B. violently C. patiently D. quickly
(　　) 9. A. tired B. worried C. surprised D. satisfied
(　　)10. A. wanted B. seen C. gained D. minded
(　　)11. A. designers B. authors C. customers D. fishermen
(　　)12. A. later B. finally C. never D. often
(　　)13. A. missed B. managed C. met D. hoped
(　　)14. A. refused B. forgotten C. hated D. remembered
(　　)15. A. new B. good C. small D. few
三、 语法填空
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。
(2023南京金陵中学期中)Recently, some 10th graders from my school held a series of Harry Potter themed activities that brought many students' dreams of magic to life, among 1._________ the cosplay show was the most interesting. Han Xinrui, 2._________ Harry Potter fan who cosplayed Hermione, said, “The 3._________(prepare) was complicated but interesting. We edited clips of the characters we played from the 4._________(origin) movies and projected them on the background for our performance.” After numerous rehearsals, the actors put on their wizard robes and wigs, 5._________ (step) onto the stage, and waved their hands, acting like 6._________(superstar). Apart from the cosplay show, the students 7. _________(encourage) to write out some famous quotes from the novels in beautiful handwriting. As one quote said, “It does not do well to be obsessed with dreams 8._________ forget to live. Working hard is important. But there is something 9._________ matters even more: believing 10._________ yourself.” These classic lines were inspiring to the students, encouraging them to keep looking ahead.
第6练　Extended reading & Project(Ⅱ)
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P58
【夯实基础】
一、 单词拼写
1. A recent study shows that regular physical activities can help build up our s__________ and improve physical and mental health.
2. Although it was hard at first, Jane came to enjoy working as a f__________ designer.
3. As the old saying goes, “B__________ is in the eye of the beholder.”
4. Our country is working to develop better online c__________ and promote a positive, healthy online culture.
5. One should always keep modest, even if he has made great a__________ in his profession.
6. In presenting a more professional image, the party risks losing its (个性).
7. She is a _________(才华横溢的) musician as well as being a top photographer.
8. A quarter of students report that their use of _________(数码的) devices during class causes their grades to suffer.
9. _________(判断) from the way he laughed, there's no doubt that he is against the decision.
10. Throughout this _________(系列), you will learn more about the profession, the necessary steps to get a social work degree, the rich history of social work and many ways that social workers help others.
二、 完成句子
1. 信守承诺至关重要，不然，空头承诺只会带来坏名声。
It's of vital importance to _________ _________ _________ _________ _________; otherwise, empty promises would only result in bad names.
2. 这家公司的老板正试图营造一种轻松的氛围，让他的员工享受他们的工作。
The boss of the company is trying to create an easy _________ _________ _________ _________ enjoy their work.
3. 这座纪念碑是为纪念那些为祖国牺牲的人而建造的。
The monument was built _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ died for their country.
4. 他们被逼到了一无所有的境地。
They were put into a _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ at all.
5. 不要被你认为遥不可及的事情吓倒。
Don't be frightened by what you think _________ _________ _________ _________.
6. 他认为你很漂亮，他喜欢的就是你本来的样子。
He thinks you're beautiful, and he loves you just _________ _________ _________ _________.
7. 我们非常自豪能够帮助他们建立这个项目，并让他们知道我们多么重视他们的辛勤工作。
We're incredibly proud to help them build this program and let them know _________ _________ _________ _________ their hard work.
8. 与其抱怨不能长生不老，为什么不好好度过这一生呢？
_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ being able to live forever, why not make a good journey out of this life
【提升素养】
一、 阅读理解
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A(2023苏州期中)
If your children's Christmas wish lists are hard to distinguish, pity their teachers who have been struggling with confusing schoolwork ever since schools reopened.
“Younger kids failed to learn letter patterns and formations while older kids lose speed and clearness without regular practice during the shutdown of schools，” says Sheilagh Blyth, an occupational therapist(治疗专家) who studies handwriting.
Of course, it's a symptom of a wider problem. As Amanda Spielman, the head of Ofsted(Office for Standards in Education), indicated some time ago, handwriting puts an added burden on parents—it's long been an aspect of children's school books that they analyse at home.
“This is a big problem for my almost 10 year old，” says one mother. “When they sent two years' worth of his books back together, the degradation(退化) was severe and it hasn't recovered.”
Another mother worries that her younger son has fallen behind compared with his older brother. “His handwriting is definitely not where I think it should be，” she says.
Blyth warns handwriting needs to be practised regularly and that students need to practise the letter formation and joined up writing to write well in exams. “Learning handwriting doesn't just happen as there are increasingly fewer day to day opportunities to write with a pen or pencil，” says Gill Budgell, an educational consultant who wrote Penpals for Handwriting meant for 3 to 11 year olds.
The Write Dance programme is an approach to teaching handwriting that is based on physical movement. Diana Strauss, who runs the programme in the UK with Nicole Barrons, says, “Whole body movement relaxes the shoulders and the arms and has a positive effect on physical tasks, which handwriting is.”
Diana is seeing more interest from schools in accessing the Write Dance programme, which was developed in the 1960s by Ragnhild Oussoren, a Dutch graphologist(笔迹学家). “We've been busy doing live training sessions, particularly with schools in Wales，” she adds.
Perhaps there is hope for Father Christmas and those gift wish lists after all.
(　　) 1. Why are children's Christmas wish lists mentioned in Paragraph 1
A. To describe children's longing for Christmas gifts.
B. To make a comparison between parents and teachers.
C. To introduce the topic of children's handwriting in crisis.
D. To provide an explanation for children's bad handwriting.
(　　) 2. What does the underlined word “This” in Paragraph 4 refer to
A. Schools have long been shut down.
B. Children have recently returned to school.
C. Parents analyze their children's books at home.
D. Children's handwriting gets worse on school books.
(　　) 3. What opinions do Blyth and Gill share in Paragraph 6
A. Good handwriting serves exams.
B. Learning handwriting is difficult.
C. Handwriting is important among 11 year olds.
D. Regular practice counts in improving handwriting.
(　　) 4. What can we learn about the Write Dance programme
A. It has attracted more attention from schools.
B. It advocates carrying out physical tasks.
C. It was developed by Diana Strauss and Nicole Barrons.
D. Its training sessions have only covered schools in Wales.
B(2023苏州期中)
Jason, a straight A student from the University of Pennsylvania, uses the term “pseudo working” to describe how many of us study. The pseudo worker looks and feels like someone who is working hard—he or she spends a long time in the library and is not afraid to push on late into the night—but, because of a lack of focus and concentration, he or she doesn't actually accomplish much.
This phenomenon can be seen on most college campuses. For example, at Dartmouth there was a section of the main library that was open twenty four hours a day, and the students I used to see there late at night crowded in groups, drinking coffee, were definitely pseudo working. The roommate who flips through(快速翻转) her chemistry notes on the couch while watching TV is pseudo working.
By placing themselves in distracting environments and insisting on working long hours, these students are damaging their brain's ability to think clearly and efficiently accomplish the task at hand. In the end they get half the results with twice the effort.
The bigger problem here is that most students don't even realize that they're pseudo working. To them pseudo working is work—it's how they've always done it, and it's how all of their friends do it. It never crosses their mind that there might be a better way. Straight A students, on the other hand, know all about pseudo working. They fear it. It not only wastes time, but it's also mentally tiring.
In fact, the most important skill in becoming a straight A student is the ability to get work done quickly and with a minimum of wasted effort. Some cognitive(认知的) science research concludes that about fifty minutes is the optimal learning period to maximize the material integrated per time unit. So how do these students achieve this goal To understand their secret to success, consider the following simple formula(公式): work accomplished＝time spent×intensity of focus.
Pseudo working features a very low intensity of focus. Therefore, to accomplish something by pseudo working, you need to spend a lot of time. The straight A approach, on the other hand, increases intensity in order to use less time.
(　　) 5. Which of the following phenomenon is pseudo working
A. Tom is busy taking notes while attending a lecture.
B. Mike is sitting at a schoolroom in preparation for a final exam quietly.
C. Jack spends a long time in the library on his essay while listening to music.
D. Alice and Sara are sitting on the couch reading their favorite books.
(　　) 6. Compared with straight A students, the major problem of most students is that ________．
A. they want to spend more time on study
B. they are eager to follow their friends' way
C. they have got used to their study approach
D. they are unaware of their pseudo working
(　　) 7. What does the underlined word “optimal” mean in Paragraph 5
A. Last. B. Best. C. Least. D. Worst.
(　　) 8. What does the author want to stress by mentioning the formula
A. Concentration plays a key role in study.
B. The length of time on study counts.
C. Getting work done quickly means everything.
D. Effective study approach is very important.
二、 完形填空
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
(2022潍坊期中)When Marco was a boy, he tried everything to get his father's love and attention. He studied hard to get good__1__ and tried to behave well. He was shy and shorter than the other boys. Besides, his father was__2__ and had little time for him. Except for his__3__ for housework after school, there was no communication. Marco felt very__4__．
One day, his maths teacher called him，telling him some young teenagers were__5__ a public speaking contest. She thought he should give it a __6__. She firmly believed he could perform on stage(舞台) like other kids. Feeling her strong trust, Marco agreed to __7__ the contest.
All winter, he took a bus to__8__ twice a week in another city, where the competition would take place. Marco was taken by a strong__9__ he never felt before. Finally, the big day arrived. His father, and yes, his maths teacher, were present. When he stepped onto the stage and began to speak, he felt__10__ at home. He was funny, and acted very naturally. He won! He noticed his father's eyes were __11__—he was so proud. It was then that his father__12__ he should pay more attention to the child.
As the winner, his name was__13__ in the local papers. He knew this was the __14__ of his new life. It all happened because of a phone call, from one who__15__ him.
(　　) 1. A. gifts B. habits C. marks D. skills
(　　) 2. A. lazy B. silent C. serious D. busy
(　　) 3. A. suggestions B. promises C. comments D. orders
(　　) 4. A. lonely B. surprised C. puzzled D. silly
(　　) 5. A. thinking about B. signing up for
C. going back to D. worrying about
(　　) 6. A. change B. focus C. try D. decision
(　　) 7. A. enter B. continue C. organize D. quit
(　　) 8. A. compete B. act C. practise D. work
(　　) 9. A. pain B. energy C. love D. risk
(　　)10. A. totally B. actually C. partly D. usually
(　　)11. A. moving B. shining C. empty D. clear
(　　)12. A. agreed B. remembered C. imagined D. realized
(　　)13. A. shared B. published C. collected D. discussed
(　　)14. A. need B. meaning C. lesson D. start
(　　)15. A. depended on B. heard about C. believed in D. listened to
温馨提示：同学们记得预留2分钟检查哦！
第7练　单元达标训练
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P60
一、 阅读理解
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A(2023南京金陵中学期中)
Family Friendly Events in January
ZooLights: Glow Wild　Jan. 119
The Phoenix Zoo's yearly holiday light show is on until Jan.19, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city's zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to the festivities.
Glow Wild, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, phoenixzoo.org, $11.95 member, $13.95 general admission.
Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts　Jan. 418
The Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts features the work of established and emerging artists, including those who create woodwork, metal crafts, food items, art, photography and gifts.
On Macdonald, off of Main Street in Downtown Mesa, , free admission.
Family Fun Winterfest　Jan. 4
OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.
9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale, , free.
Youth Fine Arts Course　Jan. 18 Mar. 7
Mesa Arts Center is hosting an eight week youth arts course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all.
Mesa Arts Center, 1 E. Main St., Mesa, , $93.
(　　) 1. How can you get a discounted ticket to the ZooLights show
A. Bring a friend. B. Get membership.
C. Join a tour group. D. Book a ticket online.
(　　) 2. What can you do at Family Fun Winterfest
A. Have free food. B. Take art classes.
C. Enjoy real snow. D. Meet local artists.
(　　) 3. Which event lasts the longest
A. ZooLights: Glow Wild. B. Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts.
C. Youth Fine Arts Course. D. Family Fun Winterfest.
B
I was in a new state at a new school and needed something solid to stand on: a place to feel grounded. I also needed to do laundry, so I walked to a nearby self service laundry and stuffed a machine with my clothes. As I struggled to close the washer door, the woman working behind the counter told me to give it a good hit with my hand. The washer did its job, yet even after an hour, the dryer seemed to have barely warmed my clothes. I left, having decided to air dry them on my car in the August heat.
A month later, I learned her name was Sandy, which she told me after I'd helped her stop a washing machine from moving across the floor. I was grading poems at a table when one of the washers broke loose and skipped an inch into the air. I jumped to the machine and held on while she unplugged it. The next week, Sandy told me dryer No.8 was the fastest.
It went on like this. I'd do laundry once a week, usually Thursday or Friday. Sandy worked Tuesday through Saturday and we'd chat while I folded clothes. She told me about her son and his grades, the new dog they'd just adopted. She was fascinated that I was studying poetry. She teased(开玩笑) that it was harder making a living as a poet than as a laundry attendant. Even then I knew she was probably right.
I began to recognize others there: workers taking breaks by the door, a mother and her baby, and even some delivery drivers. But Sandy was the center of my community. For nearly three years and almost every week, I'd do laundry and talk with her. We checked on each other and expected the other to be there. We asked where the other had gone when we missed a week. There was a note of concern for the other's absence, a note of joy at their return.
I'd found a place to stand on solid ground.
(　　) 4. Why did the author leave with his wet clothes
A. He liked the August heat better.
B. He had to go back to the class.
C. He wanted to show off his new car.
D. He didn't think the dryer worked well.
(　　) 5. Why did Sandy tell the author to use dryer No.8
A. She was warm hearted. B. She needed a volunteer.
C. She wanted to thank him. D. She was sorry for the mess.
(　　) 6. What did Sandy think of a career in poetry
A. It was harder to fulfill. B. It was really fascinating.
C. It was a badly paid job. D. It needed a lot of effort.
(　　) 7. What can be inferred about the author from the passage
A. He formed a close friendship with Sandy.
B. He made a lot of friends in college.
C. He expected Sandy to do laundry for him.
D. He often wrote to Sandy after graduation.
二、 七选五
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Going Solo to a Wedding Make Yourself Welcome.(2023常州金坛期中)
Taylor was nervous when walking into the wedding of her friend Gabrielle. She's not alone. Attending a wedding by yourself can bring anxiety, especially for people who are single and feeling lonely. __1__ Communicating with other people often makes us happier than we think it will. So, what do you do when you don't know anybody at a wedding Here are some suggestions.
Dress to Impress
Wearing something that will make you feel comfortable and confident is key. __2__ She said that it felt nice walking into that wedding knowing she felt really good within herself.
A Smooth Arrival
The first thing to do when you enter an event space is find the bathroom. Take a look in the mirror and get situated. Then, go to the bar and grab a glass of water or a drink. __3__ After that, find a place to sit down. If there are no assigned seats, find an empty chair and ask the people who are there: “Are you expecting somebody Do you mind if I sit here？” And if there are seating arrangements, it's likely that the wedding couple seated you with people they felt you would get along with.
Conversation
__4__ By introducing yourself straightaway, you can at least speak to the person next to you. Wedding related topics, including how you know the couple, are natural conversation starters.
After dinner and some chitchat, there's no harm in leaving if you don't feel like you want to stay any longer on your own. __5__
A. But the effort and the presence are what count.
B. People are more willing to talk to you if you do that.
C. If a conversation doesn't go as expected, don't get discouraged.
D. You may want to make an excuse and stay home, but don't do that.
E. Talking to people who are also waiting at the bar is a great way to start.
F. Introduce yourself to everyone at the table, whether there is arranged seating or not.
G. For her friend's wedding, Taylor wore a floral dress and was feeling herself that day.
1._________2._________3._________4._________5._________
三、 语法填空
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。
(2023盐城期中)The Dunhuang Academy has established a complete technological system for the cultural relics at the Mogao Grottoes. It has acquired a huge number of digital 1. _________(resource), bringing about the development and 2._________(grow) of traditional Chinese culture in creative ways.
3. _________(use) the digital resources provided by “Digital Dunhuang”， a digital platform established by the academy for the purpose of exhibiting the site, its cultural heritage can 4._________ (show) outside the caves. The academy has made digital images of all the cultural relics related 5._________ Dunhuang, including the painted caves and murals(壁画). Online visitors 6._________ can enjoy high definition images of 30 famous caves come from all over the world.
The academy has also developed digital films with the help of these digital images. As “Digital Dunhuang” products, the films gave visitors a virtual reality experience of the 7._________ (site) cultural relics. The films will showcase Dunhuang culture through the application of 8._________ latest technologies, allowing tourists to better understand Dunhuang.
Su Bomin, director of the Dunhuang Academy, said the academy aims 9._________(preserve) painted caves and murals by continuously raising its capacity for pursuing 10._________(science) and technological innovation. By developing Internet platforms and technologies, “Digital Dunhuang” is spreading the glory of Chinese culture across the world these days.
四、 应用文写作
假定你叫李津，是一名高一的学生。你的英国朋友Tom写信询问你的高中生活，请你写封回信，说说进入高中两个月的感受。内容包括：
1. 描述你的高中生活(如与老师和同学的关系、学习情况等)；
2. 你给高中生的建议；
3. 你的目标和打算。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右；
2. 请按如下格式作答。
Dear Tom，
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Looking forward to your reply!
Yours，
Li Jin
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第8练　单元提优测试
建议用时：38＋2分钟　答案P62
一、 阅读理解
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A(2023常州联盟校期中)
During the 1800s, African Americans worked long days in the fields of the American South. To make the time go faster, they sang “field hollers(叫喊)” that they used to sing in Africa. After the Civil War, African American music began to take new forms. It also adapted dance music, called “jump ups”， which had great rhythm(节奏). By the early 1900s, the guitar had become the main instrument of the blues.
Northern Mississippi, also known as the Delta, was the center of the blues tradition. By the 1920s, the Delta had many blues clubs called “juke joints”. African Americans listened and danced to music in these clubs. Some of the greatest blues singers and players performed in them.
Blues has a soulful(深情的) sound that listeners can easily recognize. The musical notes are often “bent”. This means that players change the notes slightly to give a song more strength. Whatever their origin, these bent notes most often define the blues.
Lyrics are the words of a song. Blues lyrics describe everyday life. The lyrics are often very intense and personal. They tell about sad times and hard work. They describe people who find or lose love, people who have money or wish for more, and people who feel happy or sad and lonely. The lyrics may use humor to describe life's trials and joys. They almost always use the rhythm of everyda