外研版（2024）八年级下册英语Unit 2 Growing pains and gains阅读理解专项试卷
一、基础练习
（A）
Last Friday, I had a big argument with my mom. I wanted to go to my friend’s birthday party on Saturday evening, but she said I had to finish my homework first. I thought it was unfair because I had only a little homework left. I shouted at her, “You never understand me!” Then I ran to my room and shut the door.
I sat on my bed, feeling angry. After a while, I began to feel sorry. I knew my mom just wanted me to develop a good habit. When I came out for dinner, my mom was already at the table. She looked at me and said, “I’m sorry I was too strict. But you know I love you.” I said sorry too. We talked and I realized she was right. The next day, I finished my homework quickly in the morning and then went to the party. I had a great time. Sometimes, a small talk can make things better.
( )1.What is the main idea of this passage
A. How to plan a birthday party.
B. An argument with mom and the reconciliation.
C. Why homework is important for students.
D. The rules of going out on weekends.
( )2.Why did the writer shout at his mother
A. Because he didn’t want to go to the party.
B. Because he thought his mother was too strict about homework.
C. Because his mother didn’t let him go out at all.
D. Because he had too much homework to do.
( )3.The word “unfair” in paragraph 1 probably means ______.
A. not right or just B. very exciting C. quite common D. a little boring
( )4.What can we infer from the last sentence “a small talk can make things better”
A. Talking is the only way to solve problems.
B. It’s a good idea to communicate with parents.
C. The writer doesn’t like talking to his mom.
D. Small talks usually take a long time.
( )5.How did the writer’s feelings change in the story
A. Angry → sorry → happy B. Sad → angry → sorry
C. Happy → angry → sad D. Sorry → angry → happy
（B）
My parents went to visit my grandparents in the countryside last weekend. They left on Saturday morning and came back on Sunday afternoon. It was my first time staying at home alone. I was excited at first. I could watch TV all the time and play video games without anyone telling me to stop.
However, things were not so easy. I had to cook lunch by myself. I tried to make fried rice, but I put too much salt. It tasted terrible. In the evening, I heard a strange noise outside the window. I felt a little scared and missed my parents. I called them and they told me to be brave.
On Sunday, I cleaned the house. When my parents came back, they were surprised to see how clean it was. My mom said, “You did a great job! I am so proud of you.” I felt happy. I learned that being alone is not just about having fun, but also about taking responsibility.
( )1.The writer stayed at home alone for ______.
A. one day B. about two days C. a whole week D. a short morning
( )2.Why did the writer call his parents on Saturday evening
A. To ask them how to cook. B. To tell them he was having fun.
C. Because he felt scared. D. Because he wanted to go out.
( )3.The underlined word “responsibility” in the last paragraph probably means ______.
A. something you must do as a duty B. something interesting to play with
C. a kind of food you eat D. a place you want to go
( )4.What’s the writer’s attitude towards staying alone in the end
A. He thinks it’s only about having fun. B. He hates staying alone.
C. He thinks it helps him grow up. D. He wants to do it every day.
( )5.How is this passage organized
A. By comparing two different stories.
B. By showing the causes and effects of an event.
C. In the order of time.
D. By listing reasons first and then results.
（C）
I love basketball and I am on the school team. Last month, we had a very important game. I practiced hard every day. But during the game, I missed the last shot. We lost the game by one point. I felt like I let the whole team down.
After the game, I sat on the bench for a long time. My coach came over and put his hand on my shoulder. He said, “Don’t be too hard on yourself. Winning isn’t everything. You played well, and we win and lose as a team.” His words made me feel a little better.
My teammates also came to me. They didn’t blame me. Instead, they said, “We’ll get them next time!” From this experience, I learned a valuable lesson: failure is part of growing up. It’s not about never falling, but about getting up every time you fall.
( )1.What happened to the writer during the game
A. He scored the winning point.
B. He missed the last shot and caused the team to lose.
C. He argued with his coach.
D. He got hurt and couldn’t play.
( )2.The coach said “Don’t be too hard on yourself.” This suggests that the writer ______.
A. was working too hard B. was blaming himself too much
C. was playing too hard D. was too strong
( )3.The word “blame” in paragraph 3 probably means ______.
A. to say someone is responsible for a mistake
B. to give someone a gift
C. to play a game with someone
D. to help someone with work
( )4.What can we infer about the writer’s teammates
A. They were angry with him. B. They were very supportive.
C. They thought he was not good enough. D. They didn’t care about the game.
( )5.What is the writer’s purpose of writing this passage
A. To tell us how to play basketball well.
B. To show that losing a game is a terrible thing.
C. To share his lesson about dealing with failure.
D. To describe the rules of a basketball game.
（D）
Moving to a new city was hard for me. I had to leave my old friends and go to a new school. I felt lonely and worried. The first week was terrible. I sat by myself at lunch. No one talked to me.
But then, a girl named Lucy came to me. She asked if I wanted to sit with her and her friends. I was so happy. They were all very friendly. They showed me around the school and helped me with my homework.
Now, I have made many new friends. I also joined the school’s art club because I love drawing. I am having a great time. Looking back, I realize that change can be scary, but it also brings new chances. If I didn’t move, I would never have met these wonderful people.
( )1.What made the writer feel lonely at first
A. Missing the last shot in a game.
B. Leaving old friends and starting a new school.
C. Having an argument with parents.
D. Failing an important exam.
( )2.How did Lucy help the writer
A. She taught him how to draw. B. She invited him to sit with her group.
C. She helped him move to the new city. D. She told him not to be sad.
( )3.The word “scary” in the last paragraph means ______.
A. exciting B. interesting C. frightening D. boring
( )4.What can we infer about the writer’s life now
A. He still feels lonely. B. He has adapted to the new life well.
C. He wants to move back to his old city. D. He doesn’t like the art club.
( )5.What does the writer want to tell us through this experience
A. It’s better to stay in one place.
B. Making friends is always easy.
C. Challenges can lead to new opportunities.
D. Loneliness is a part of life.
二、进阶练习
（A）
“Look at her vacation photos! She’s always having fun.” “He got a new phone again. I’m still using my old one.” These are thoughts that often cross my mind when I scroll through (刷) social media. I used to feel unhappy and even a little jealous.
My mom noticed my bad mood. She told me, “What you see on social media is just the highlight reel, not the whole story. People usually only share the best moments of their lives.” She was right. I was comparing my everyday life with others’ best moments. No wonder I felt bad!
I decided to make a change. I started to use social media less. Instead, I spent more time on my hobbies, like reading and playing the guitar. I also started writing down three good things that happened to me each day. It helped me focus on my own life. Now, I feel much happier. I realize that true happiness comes from appreciating what I have, not from comparing myself with others.
( )1.What is the main purpose of this passage
A. To introduce the history of social media.
B. To discuss the negative effects of comparing on social media.
C. To teach readers how to take better vacation photos.
D. To explain why people share happy moments online.
( )2.What does the writer’s mother mean by “the highlight reel”
A. A collection of only the best parts of a life.
B. A long video showing all parts of a day.
C. A kind of game on social media.
D. A report about world news.
( )3.The word “jealous” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. proud B. satisfied C. envious D. bored
( )4.What can we infer from the passage about the writer’s previous behavior
A. He often shared his bad moments online.
B. He spent a lot of time on social media comparing.
C. He didn’t care about what others posted.
D. He was very good at playing the guitar.
( )5.What is the writer’s attitude towards using social media in the end
A. He thinks it’s a waste of time completely.
B. He believes we should use it less and focus on real life.
C. He thinks it’s the only way to keep in touch.
D. He thinks people should share more sad stories.
（B）
My younger brother, Tom, is only two years younger than me, but sometimes it feels like we are from different planets. He is always borrowing my things without asking—my pens, my books, and even my favorite T-shirt. Last week, he broke my model plane, which I spent a whole month building. I was furious. We had a huge fight and didn’t talk to each other for days.
The silence at home was strange. I missed the silly jokes he used to make. My dad noticed the tension. He sat us down and asked us to talk about our feelings. I said I was angry because he never respected my things. Tom looked down and said he was sorry. He explained he borrowed my things because he looked up to me and wanted to be like me.
Suddenly, I understood. His behavior wasn’t about being careless; it was about admiration. I realized that being an older brother means more than just owning things. It means being a good example. We made a deal: he could borrow my things if he asked first, and I would try to be more patient. Growing pains sometimes come with gains in understanding.
( )1.What caused the fight between the writer and his brother
A. His brother borrowed his T-shirt without asking.
B. His brother broke his model plane after borrowing things.
C. His brother made silly jokes about him.
D. His brother was from a different planet.
( )2.The word “furious” in paragraph 1 probably means ______.
A. very happy B. very angry C. very sad D. very scared
( )3.Why did Tom borrow the writer’s things according to the text
A. He was too lazy to buy his own.
B. He wanted to make his brother angry.
C. He admired his brother and wanted to be like him.
D. He didn’t know it was wrong.
( )4.What can we infer about the writer’s father
A. He took Tom’s side in the fight.
B. He played an important role in solving the problem.
C. He thought the model plane was not important.
D. He was angry about the noise.
( )5.Which of the following best describes the structure of the story
A. Problem → Solution → Feeling → Background
B. Background → Problem → Process of solving → Lesson
C. Lesson → Problem → Background → Solution
D. Solution → Problem → Lesson → Background
（C）
The mid-term exam results came out yesterday. I stared at the paper with a big, red “C” on it. My heart sank. I had always been an “A” student in math. I felt ashamed. When my friends asked about my grade, I lied and said I got a “B”.
On the bus ride home, I kept thinking about the exam. The truth was, I hadn’t studied hard for it. I spent too much time playing online games. I told myself it was an accident, but deep down, I knew it wasn’t. Lying about the grade only made me feel worse.
That night, I decided to be honest. I told my parents the truth. I expected them to be angry, but instead, they sat with me and looked at the paper. They helped me figure out where I went wrong. My dad said, “A ‘C’ doesn’t define you. How you respond to it does.” I realized that failure isn’t the end of the world. It’s a sign that I need to change my habits. I made a study plan. I’m not running away from that “C” anymore. I’m facing it.
( )1.What is the passage mainly about
A. How to get an “A” in math.
B. A lesson learned from a bad grade and dishonesty.
C. The harm of playing online games.
D. The importance of making a study plan.
( )2.Why did the writer lie to his friends
A. To make them feel bad.
B. Because he was too ashamed to tell the truth.
C. Because he thought a “C” was a good grade.
D. To follow his parents’ advice.
( )3.The underlined phrase “define you” in paragraph 3 probably means ______.
A. to describe your appearance B. to decide who you are as a person
C. to give you a name D. to limit your freedom
( )4.What can we infer about the writer’s parents from their reaction
A. They value effort and honesty more than the grade itself.
B. They were disappointed and punished the writer.
C. They thought a “C” was unacceptable.
D. They wanted to take away his computer.
( )5.How does the writer develop his idea in paragraph 3
A. By listing numbers and dates.
B. By comparing two different exams.
C. By describing his feelings, actions, and a turning point.
D. By telling a story within a story.
（D）
“I want to be the class monitor.” I said to myself in the mirror. But my heart was beating fast. I was a shy kid. The thought of speaking in front of the whole class made me want to hide.
My best friend, Li Wei, encouraged me. “You are responsible and everyone likes you. Just be yourself.” He said. So, I decided to run for it. I prepared a speech. I practiced it over and over, but I still felt nervous.
The election day came. When I stood on the stage, my legs were shaking. I looked at the audience and saw Li Wei smiling at me. I took a deep breath. I started to speak, and slowly, I began to feel more confident. I talked about my ideas to make our class better. When I finished, everyone clapped. I didn’t win the election, but I got many votes. More importantly, I overcame my fear. The gain was not the position, but the courage I found within myself. It was a small step, but a giant leap for me.
( )1.What challenge did the writer face before the election
A. He was not responsible. B. He was too shy to speak in public.
C. He didn’t have any good ideas. D. His friend Li Wei didn’t support him.
( )2.Why did Li Wei encourage the writer to run for monitor
A. Because he wanted to be a monitor himself.
B. Because he thought the writer was responsible and popular.
C. Because he wanted to see the writer fail.
D. Because the teacher asked him to.
( )3.The word “overcame” in the last paragraph probably means ______.
A. succeeded in dealing with B. ran away from
C. thought about D. wrote down
( )4.What can we infer from the last sentence “a giant leap for me”
A. The writer took a very long step physically.
B. The writer considered this experience a huge personal achievement.
C. The writer decided to become a professional speaker.
D. The writer was disappointed about losing the election.
( )5.What is the writer’s tone in this passage
A. Sad and regretful. B. Humorous and joking.
C. Proud and reflective. D. Angry and frustrated.
三、挑战练习
（A）
Dear Future Me,
I am writing this on a rainy Sunday afternoon. I am 14, and I’m feeling a bit lost. I’m trying to figure out who I am. My parents want me to be a doctor. My teachers say I should focus on science. But my heart lies in painting. When I hold a brush, the world makes sense. Everything else feels like noise.
I’m scared. I’m scared of disappointing them. I’m scared of choosing the “wrong” path. There’s so much pressure to be perfect. I often lie awake at night, wondering if I’ll ever be good enough. I wonder if you, the future me, have found the answer. Did you become a doctor Or did you have the courage to follow your passion
I hope you are happy. I hope you look back at this awkward, confused teenager and smile. I hope you can tell me that the struggle was worth it. I hope you have found a way to make the painting and the “real world” coexist (共存). I hope you haven’t given up on the brush.
Don’t forget who you were at 14. Even if everything else changes, hold onto that part of yourself that loves to create.
With hope,
Your 14-year-old self
( )1.What is the main conflict the writer is facing
A. Whether to write a letter or not.
B. Choosing between family expectations and personal passion.
C. Deciding which subject to study for a test.
D. Dealing with a friend who wants to be an artist.
( )2.The phrase “my heart lies in painting” suggests that painting is something the writer ______.
A. is forced to do by parents B. feels a deep connection and love for
C. thinks is a waste of time D. is very bad at
( )3.The word “awkward” in paragraph 3 most likely means ______.
A. confident and calm B. clumsy or uncomfortable
C. angry and violent D. happy and cheerful
( )4.What can we infer about the writer’s current emotional state
A. He is certain about his future and feels relaxed.
B. He is under great pressure and feels anxious.
C. He is angry at his parents and teachers.
D. He is bored with his life and lacks ambition.
( )5.Which of the following best describes the structure of this passage
A. A narrative about a past event.
B. An argument between two different viewpoints.
C. A personal letter expressing inner thoughts and hopes.
D. A scientific report on teenage development.
（B）
My dad is a man of few words. While other parents chat endlessly, he often communicates with silence. When I showed him my first-place medal from the school science fair, he just nodded slightly and said, “Good.” I felt a bit disappointed. I wanted a big celebration.
When I was struggling with a difficult math problem, he would sit beside me, not saying anything, just watching me try. I used to think he didn’t care. I thought his silence meant indifference (漠不关心).
However, as I grow older, I’m beginning to see his silence differently. Last month, I had a fight with my best friend. I came home and cried in my room. My dad knocked and came in. He didn’t ask any questions. He simply sat on the edge of my bed, placed his large, rough hand on my back, and stayed there for what felt like an hour. In that silence, I felt a deep sense of safety and love that words could not have provided.
I now understand that his silence is not empty. It is full of trust, patience, and respect. He trusts me to find my own answers. His “good” after the science fair wasn’t indifference; it was a quiet acknowledgment that my achievement was expected because he already knew my ability. The growing pain was learning to decode (解码) his love. The gain is finally understanding it.
( )1.What does the writer think of his father’s silence now
A. It is a sign of disappointment. B. It is a way to show trust and love.
C. It is because he doesn’t know what to say. D. It makes him feel lonely.
( )2.Why did the writer feel disappointed after the science fair
A. Because he didn’t win first place.
B. Because his father didn’t give him a big celebration.
C. Because his father said his work was not good.
D. Because his father didn’t come to the fair.
( )3.The underlined word “acknowledgment” in the last paragraph probably means ______.
A. a criticism B. a celebration C. a recognition D. a question
( )4.What can we infer from the father’s behavior when the writer was crying
A. The father is not good at expressing feelings with words.
B. The father was angry about the fight.
C. The father wanted to punish the writer.
D. The father thought crying was a sign of weakness.
( )5.How does the author’s attitude towards his father’s silence change throughout the passage
A. From grateful to confused.
B. From understanding to misunderstanding.
C. From disappointed and confused to understanding and appreciative.
D. From angry to indifferent.
（C）
In the digital age, a new type of growing pain has emerged: the pressure from “perfect” peers on social media. Unlike the overt bullying of the past, this pressure is subtle but pervasive. It is the constant stream of carefully curated (策划的) images—the flawless selfie, the exotic vacation, the acceptance letter to a top school.
Adolescents today are not just comparing grades; they are comparing entire lives. Psychologists call this “social comparison”. For a teenager still forming their identity, this can be devastating (破坏性的). They may begin to believe that everyone else is happier, more successful, and more attractive, leading to feelings of inadequacy and anxiety.
This phenomenon is particularly harmful because it creates a false reality. People rarely post their moments of failure, loneliness, or struggle. We see the highlight, not the backstage. The pain lies in chasing an illusion. The gain, however, can be found in the conscious effort to unplug and develop a sense of self that is not defined by online approval. Learning to view these platforms critically, as a curated show rather than a reflection of reality, is a crucial skill for this generation’s journey to adulthood.
( )1.What is the main idea of this passage
A. The benefits of using social media for teenagers.
B. The history of peer pressure in schools.
C. The psychological impact of social media comparison on youth.
D. How to take perfect selfies for social media.
( )2.According to the passage, why is the pressure from social media considered “subtle”
A. Because it is very easy to deal with.
B. Because it is quiet and not obvious but has a strong effect.
C. Because it only happens in the evening.
D. Because it is a new kind of physical bullying.
( )3.The word “pervasive” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. rare B. widespread C. helpful D. interesting
( )4.What can we infer about the “false reality” created on social media
A. It accurately shows the ups and downs of life.
B. It makes people feel more connected to each other.
C. It can cause teenagers to feel that their own lives are not good enough.
D. It is a new way for schools to teach students.
( )5.What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage
A. To encourage teenagers to post more on social media.
B. To raise awareness of a modern challenge and suggest a way to cope.
C. To criticize parents for not controlling their children’s screen time.
D. To compare different social media platforms.
（D）
When we speak of “growing pains”, we often focus on the negative—the conflicts, the confusion, the insecurity. But what if we reframed our perspective What if the “pain” is not an obstacle to growing up, but rather its very engine
Consider the process of physical growth. A child’s growth spurts (猛长期) are often accompanied by aches in the legs. The discomfort is not a sign that something is wrong; it is a direct result of the bones lengthening. Similarly, the emotional and psychological growing pains we experience—the arguments with parents, the heartbreaks from friendships, the anxiety about the future—are not signs of failure. They are symptoms of our minds expanding, our values forming, and our independence asserting itself.
The gain, therefore, is not something that happens after the pain. It is embedded (嵌入) within it. The teenager who argues with their parents learns to negotiate and advocate for themselves. The student who fails an exam discovers new study methods and resilience. The child who feels left out develops empathy for others who are lonely. These gains are not consolation prizes for surviving the pain; they are the very skills and qualities that the pain cultivates.
Thus, growing pains and gains are not two separate stages but two sides of the same coin. To grow is to experience the discomfort of change. And in that discomfort lies the seed of strength, wisdom, and character. Perhaps, then, the goal is not to avoid the pain, but to recognize it for what it is: the undeniable evidence that we are, indeed, growing.
( )1.What is the author’s main argument in this passage
A. Growing pains are negative and should be avoided.
B. Physical and emotional pains are completely different.
C. Growing pains are necessary and valuable parts of development.
D. Only children experience real growing pains.
( )2.Why does the author mention “growth spurts” in children
A. To show that physical pain is more serious than emotional pain.
B. To use it as an analogy to explain the purpose of emotional growing pains.
C. To prove that doctors can solve all growth problems.
D. To describe a common medical condition in teenagers.
( )3.The word “resilience” in paragraph 3 most likely means ______.
A. the ability to become strong again after difficulty
B. a feeling of being very sad
C. the skill of taking exams
D. a plan for the future
( )4.What can we infer from the phrase “two sides of the same coin”
A. Pain and gain are opposite and never connected.
B. Pain and gain are inseparable parts of the same experience.
C. Growing up is like a game of chance.
D. Money is important for solving problems.
( )5.What is the author’s tone in this passage
A. Humorous and light-hearted. B. Sad and pessimistic.
C. Philosophical and encouraging. D. Angry and critical.答案解析
一、基础练习
（A）
答案：B；解析：文章主要讲述了作者和妈妈因去参加派对和写作业的事发生争吵，之后双方道歉和解的过程，核心是与妈妈的争吵及和解，A 讲派对策划、C 讲作业重要性、D 讲周末外出规则均非主旨。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I thought it was unfair because I had only a little homework left. I shouted at her” 可知作者觉得妈妈对作业的要求太严格，因此对妈妈大喊，A 与文意相反，C 妈妈并非完全不让外出，D 作者只有少量作业并非很多。
答案：A；解析：结合上下文，作者只剩一点作业却被要求完成才能去派对，觉得这件事不合理，“unfair” 意为 “不公平的；不公正的”，与 not right or just 同义，B 非常令人兴奋的、C 相当常见的、D 有点无聊的均不符合。
答案：B；解析：最后一句话 “一次简单的交谈能让事情变好”，结合作者和妈妈交谈后和解的经历，可推断出和父母沟通是个好办法，A “交谈是解决问题的唯一方法” 过于绝对，C 作者并非不喜欢和妈妈交谈，D 简单的交谈通常不会花很长时间。
答案：A；解析：作者一开始因争吵感到生气，之后开始感到愧疚，最后完成作业去派对玩得很开心，情绪变化为 Angry → sorry → happy，其余选项均不符合文中情绪发展。
（B）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “They left on Saturday morning and came back on Sunday afternoon.” 可知父母周六早上离开，周日下午回来，作者独自在家大约两天，A 一天、C 一整周、D 一个短暂的上午均不符合。
答案：C；解析：根据文中 “In the evening, I heard a strange noise outside the window. I felt a little scared and missed my parents. I called them” 可知作者周六晚上因感到害怕给父母打电话，A 问做饭方法、B 说玩得开心、D 想出去均非原因。
答案：A；解析：结合上下文，作者独自在家经历了做饭、害怕，还打扫了房子，意识到独处不仅是玩乐，还要承担责任，“responsibility” 意为 “责任”，即作为分内事必须做的事，B 有趣的玩物、C 一种吃的食物、D 想去的地方均不符合。
答案：C；解析：根据文中 “I learned that being alone is not just about having fun, but also about taking responsibility.” 可知作者最后意识到独处能让自己学会承担责任，帮助自己成长，A 与文意相反，B 作者并非讨厌独处，D 作者并未想每天都独处。
答案：C；解析：文章按周六早上父母离开、周六中午做饭、周六晚上害怕、周日打扫房子、周日下午父母回来的时间顺序展开，是时间顺序，A 对比两个故事、B 展示事件因果、D 先列原因再讲结果均非文章结构。
（C）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “But during the game, I missed the last shot. We lost the game by one point.” 可知作者在比赛中错失最后一球，导致球队以一分之差输掉比赛，A 踢进制胜球与文意相反，C 和教练争吵、D 受伤无法比赛文中均未提及。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I felt like I let the whole team down.” 可知作者觉得自己拖了球队后腿，一直在自责，教练说 “别对自己太苛刻”，说明作者过分责怪自己，A 工作太努力、C 打球太用力、D 太强壮均不符合语境。
答案：A；解析：结合上下文，作者错失致胜球，队友却没有责怪他，反而鼓励他，“blame” 意为 “责备；指责”，即说某人对错误负责，B 给某人礼物、C 和某人玩游戏、D 帮某人干活均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “They didn’t blame me. Instead, they said, ‘We’ll get them next time!’” 可知队友没有责怪作者，还给予鼓励，说明队友非常支持他，A 生气、C 觉得他不够好、D 不在乎比赛均不符合。
答案：C；解析：文章作者分享了自己打篮球输掉比赛的经历，以及从中学到的 “失败是成长的一部分，重要的是跌倒后重新站起来” 的道理，核心是分享应对失败的教训，A 讲如何打好篮球、B 说明输比赛很糟糕、D 描述篮球比赛规则均非写作目的。
（D）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “Moving to a new city was hard for me. I had to leave my old friends and go to a new school. I felt lonely and worried.” 可知作者因离开老朋友、去新学校而感到孤独，A 错失比赛最后一球、C 和父母争吵、D 重要考试不及格均非原因。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “But then, a girl named Lucy came to me. She asked if I wanted to sit with her and her friends.” 可知露西邀请作者和她的朋友坐在一起，A 教画画、C 帮搬去新城市、D 告诉作者别难过文中均未提及。
答案：C；解析：结合上下文，作者一开始觉得搬家很艰难，感到孤独，认为改变是令人害怕的，“scary” 意为 “可怕的；吓人的”，与 frightening 同义，A 令人兴奋的、B 有趣的、D 无聊的均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “Now, I have made many new friends. I also joined the school’s art club... I am having a great time.” 可知作者现在交了很多新朋友，加入了社团，过得很开心，说明已经很好地适应了新生活，A 仍感到孤独、C 想搬回老城市、D 不喜欢美术社均与文意相反。
答案：C；解析：作者通过搬家的经历，意识到改变虽然令人害怕，但也带来了新的机会，核心是挑战能带来新机遇，A 最好待在一个地方、B 交朋友总是很容易、D 孤独是生活的一部分均非作者想表达的内容。
二、进阶练习
（A）
答案：B；解析：文章主要讲述了作者刷社交媒体时和别人比较，感到不开心，之后在妈妈的开导下减少使用社交媒体，关注自己的生活并变得开心的事，核心是讨论在社交媒体上比较带来的负面影响，A 介绍社交媒体历史、C 教拍更好的度假照、D 解释人们在线分享开心时刻的原因均非主旨。
答案：A；解析：根据文中 “What you see on social media is just the highlight reel, not the whole story. People usually only share the best moments of their lives.” 可知妈妈说的 “highlight reel” 指的是人们只分享生活中最好的部分，B 展示一天所有部分的长视频、C 社交媒体上的一种游戏、D 世界新闻报道均不符合。
答案：C；解析：结合上下文，作者看到别人的社交媒体动态，觉得别人总是很开心，自己却不是，因此感到不开心甚至嫉妒，“jealous” 意为 “嫉妒的”，与 envious 同义，A 骄傲的、B 满意的、D 无聊的均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “These are thoughts that often cross my mind when I scroll through social media. I used to feel unhappy and even a little jealous.” 可知作者过去花很多时间刷社交媒体，还和别人比较，A 经常在网上分享糟糕时刻、C 不在乎别人发的内容、D 吉他弹得很好文中均未提及。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I started to use social media less. Instead, I spent more time on my hobbies... It helped me focus on my own life.” 可知作者最后认为应该少用社交媒体，多关注现实生活，A 觉得完全是浪费时间过于绝对，C 认为是保持联系的唯一方法、D 认为人们应该分享更多悲伤的事均不符合。
（B）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “Last week, he broke my model plane, which I spent a whole month building. I was furious. We had a huge fight” 可知作者的弟弟弄坏了他花一个月做的飞机模型，这是引发争吵的原因，A 借 T 恤未打招呼只是日常矛盾，C 弟弟讲傻笑话、D 弟弟来自不同星球是比喻并非实际原因。
答案：B；解析：结合上下文，弟弟弄坏了作者用心做的飞机模型，作者因此大发脾气并和弟弟吵架，“furious” 意为 “暴怒的；极其生气的”，与 very angry 同义，A 非常开心的、C 非常难过的、D 非常害怕的均不符合。
答案：C；解析：根据文中 “Tom looked down and said he was sorry. He explained he borrowed my things because he looked up to me and wanted to be like me.” 可知弟弟借作者的东西是因为敬佩作者，想变得和作者一样，A 懒得自己买、B 想惹作者生气、D 不知道这是错的均非原因。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “My dad noticed the tension. He sat us down and asked us to talk about our feelings.” 可知爸爸发现了兄弟间的矛盾，让两人沟通感受，推动了问题的解决，在解决问题中起到了重要作用，A 偏袒弟弟、C 觉得飞机模型不重要、D 对噪音生气文中均未提及。
答案：B；解析：文章先介绍了作者和弟弟的年龄差距及弟弟常借东西的背景，接着讲了飞机模型被弄坏的矛盾，然后描述了爸爸调解、两人沟通的解决过程，最后得出 “成长的烦恼往往伴随着理解的收获” 的道理，结构为 Background → Problem → Process of solving → Lesson，其余选项均不符合。
（C）
答案：B；解析：文章主要讲述了作者数学期中考试考了 C，因羞愧向朋友撒谎，之后意识到错误并向父母坦白，从这次糟糕的成绩和不诚实的行为中学到道理的事，核心是从糟糕的成绩和不诚实中得到的教训，A 讲如何考数学 A、C 讲玩网络游戏的危害、D 讲制定学习计划的重要性均非主旨。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I felt ashamed. When my friends asked about my grade, I lied and said I got a ‘B’.” 可知作者因考了 C 感到羞愧，所以向朋友撒谎，A 想让朋友难过、C 觉得 C 是好成绩、D 听从父母建议均非原因。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “A ‘C’ doesn’t define you. How you respond to it does.” 可知爸爸说一个 C 的成绩不能决定作者是怎样的人，重要的是如何面对它，“define you” 意为 “定义你；决定你是谁”，与 to decide who you are as a person 同义，A 描述你的外貌、C 给你起名字、D 限制你的自由均不符合。
答案：A；解析：根据文中 “I expected them to be angry, but instead, they sat with me and looked at the paper. They helped me figure out where I went wrong.” 可知父母没有生气，反而帮作者分析问题，说明父母更看重努力和诚实，而非成绩本身，B 失望并惩罚作者、C 觉得 C 无法接受、D 想拿走电脑均与文意相反。
答案：C；解析：第三段中作者先写了自己决定坦白的想法（感受），然后向父母说实话（行动），接着父母的反应和话语成为转折点，最后作者意识到错误并制定学习计划，是通过描述感受、行动和转折点来展开内容，A 列数字和日期、B 对比两次考试、D 讲故事中的故事文中均未体现。
（D）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I was a shy kid. The thought of speaking in front of the whole class made me want to hide.” 可知作者是个害羞的孩子，不敢在全班同学面前讲话，这是竞选前面临的挑战，A 不负责任、C 没有好主意、D 朋友不支持均与文意相反。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “You are responsible and everyone likes you. Just be yourself.” 可知李伟认为作者有责任心，大家都喜欢他，所以鼓励他竞选班长，A 自己想当班长、C 想看作者失败、D 老师让他做的均非原因。
答案：A；解析：结合上下文，作者原本害怕在公众面前讲话，却勇敢站上讲台演讲，即使没竞选上，但克服了内心的恐惧，“overcame” 意为 “克服”，即成功处理（困难、恐惧等），B 逃离、C 思考、D 写下均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “More importantly, I overcame my fear. The gain was not the position, but the courage I found within myself.” 可知作者克服了恐惧，找到了内心的勇气，认为这次经历对自己来说是巨大的个人成就，A 身体上走了一大步是字面意思，并非实际含义，C 决定成为专业演讲者、D 因落选感到失望文中均未提及。
答案：C；解析：文章作者回忆了自己竞选班长的经历，虽未成功但克服了恐惧，为自己的成长感到自豪，同时也反思了这次经历的收获，语气是自豪且反思的，A 悲伤且后悔的、B 幽默且开玩笑的、D 生气且沮丧的均不符合。
三、挑战练习
（A）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “My parents want me to be a doctor. My teachers say I should focus on science. But my heart lies in painting.” 可知作者面临的核心矛盾是父母和老师的期望（当医生、学理科）与自己的个人爱好（画画）之间的选择，A 是否写信、C 决定为考试学哪个科目、D 和想当艺术家的朋友相处均非主要矛盾。
答案：B；解析：结合上下文，作者不顾父母和老师的期望，内心热爱画画，拿起画笔时觉得世界都变得清晰了，“my heart lies in painting” 说明作者对画画有深深的联结和热爱，A 被父母强迫做、C 认为是浪费时间、D 非常不擅长均与文意相反。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I am 14, and I’m feeling a bit lost. I’m trying to figure out who I am.” 可知 14 岁的作者感到迷茫、困惑，是个笨拙又不知所措的青少年，“awkward” 意为 “尴尬的；笨拙的；不自在的”，与 clumsy or uncomfortable 同义，A 自信且冷静的、C 生气且暴力的、D 开心且愉快的均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I’m scared. I’m scared of disappointing them. I’m scared of choosing the ‘wrong’ path. There’s so much pressure to be perfect.” 可知作者感到害怕，有很大的压力，内心十分焦虑，A 对未来确定且放松、C 对父母和老师生气、D 对生活无聊且缺乏抱负均与文意相反。
答案：C；解析：文章是作者以 14 岁的身份写给未来自己的信，信中表达了自己当下的迷茫、矛盾等内心想法，以及对未来自己的种种期望，结构是一封表达内心想法和希望的私人信件，A 关于过去事件的叙述、B 两种观点的争论、D 关于青少年发展的科学报告均不符合。
（B）
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “I now understand that his silence is not empty. It is full of trust, patience, and respect.” 可知作者现在认为父亲的沉默并非空洞的，而是充满了信任、耐心和尊重，是表达信任和爱的方式，A 失望的标志、C 因为不知道说什么、D 让作者感到孤独均是作者过去的想法。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “When I showed him my first-place medal from the school science fair, he just nodded slightly and said, ‘Good.’ I felt a bit disappointed. I wanted a big celebration.” 可知作者拿着科学展的一等奖奖牌给父亲看，父亲只是简单回应，没有举办盛大的庆祝活动，作者因此感到失望，A 没拿第一名、C 父亲说作品不好、D 父亲没去展会均与文意相反。
答案：C；解析：根据文中 “it was a quiet acknowledgment that my achievement was expected because he already knew my ability.” 可知父亲的 “好” 是一种无声的认可，他早就知道作者的能力，认为作者取得这样的成就理所当然，“acknowledgment” 意为 “认可；承认”，与 recognition 同义，A 批评、B 庆祝、D 问题均不符合。
答案：A；解析：根据文中 “My dad knocked and came in. He didn’t ask any questions. He simply sat on the edge of my bed, placed his large, rough hand on my back, and stayed there” 可知作者哭的时候，父亲没有说任何话，只是用动作安慰，说明父亲不擅长用语言表达情感，B 对吵架生气、C 想惩罚作者、D 认为哭是软弱的表现文中均未提及。
答案：C；解析：文章中作者一开始因父亲的沉默感到失望和困惑，认为父亲漠不关心，随着长大，通过和朋友吵架后父亲的安慰，逐渐理解了父亲的沉默，懂得了沉默背后的爱，态度从失望困惑变为理解和感激，A 从感激到困惑、B 从理解到误解、D 从生气到漠不关心均不符合。
（C）
答案：C；解析：文章主要讲述了数字时代，社交媒体上 “完美” 同龄人带来的压力成为一种新的成长烦恼，这种社交比较对青少年的心理造成了破坏性的影响，同时也提出了应对方法，核心是社交媒体比较对青少年的心理影响，A 社交媒体对青少年的好处、B 学校里同伴压力的历史、D 如何为社交媒体拍完美自拍均非主旨。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “Unlike the overt bullying of the past, this pressure is subtle but pervasive. It is the constant stream of carefully curated images” 可知这种压力和过去明显的欺凌不同，是不易察觉的，但却无处不在、影响深远，“subtle” 意为 “微妙的；不明显的”，即安静且不明显但有强烈的影响，A 很容易处理、C 只在晚上发生、D 是一种新的身体欺凌均不符合。
答案：B；解析：结合上下文，社交媒体的压力是微妙的，但却充斥在青少年的生活中，是普遍存在的，“pervasive” 意为 “普遍的；无处不在的”，与 widespread 同义，A 稀有的、C 有帮助的、D 有趣的均不符合。
答案：C；解析：根据文中 “They may begin to believe that everyone else is happier, more successful, and more attractive, leading to feelings of inadequacy and anxiety.” 可知社交媒体创造的虚假现实让青少年觉得别人的生活更美好，从而产生自我否定和焦虑，认为自己的生活不够好，A 准确展示生活的起起落落与文意相反，B 让人们更紧密、D 是学校教学生的新方法文中均未提及。
答案：B；解析：文章作者指出了数字时代青少年面临的社交媒体比较这一现代挑战，分析了其危害，还提出了 “减少使用社交媒体、培养不被网络认可定义的自我意识” 的应对方法，写作目的是提高人们对这一现代挑战的认识并提出应对方法，A 鼓励青少年多在社交媒体发帖、C 批评父母不控制孩子的屏幕时间、D 对比不同的社交媒体平台均非目的。
（D）
答案：C；解析：文章作者提出将成长的烦恼重新定义为成长的动力，认为情感和心理上的成长烦恼并非失败的标志，而是发展的必然结果，成长的收获就蕴含在烦恼之中，核心论点是成长的烦恼是发展中必要且有价值的部分，A 成长烦恼是负面的应避免与文意相反，B 身体和情感痛苦完全不同、D 只有孩子经历真正的成长烦恼均不符合文意。
答案：B；解析：作者提到孩子的身体猛长期会伴随腿部疼痛，这种疼痛是骨骼生长的结果，以此类比情感和心理的成长烦恼，说明这种烦恼并非坏事，而是心智成长、价值观形成的表现，目的是用类比解释情感成长烦恼的意义，A 身体疼痛比情感疼痛更严重、C 证明医生能解决所有成长问题、D 描述青少年常见的健康问题均非原因。
答案：A；解析：结合上下文，考砸的学生会找到新的学习方法，并且能从失败中恢复过来，变得更坚强，“resilience” 意为 “韧性；恢复力”，即遇到困难后重新变得坚强的能力，B 非常悲伤的感觉、C 考试的技巧、D 未来的计划均不符合。
答案：B；解析：根据文中 “growing pains and gains are not two separate stages but two sides of the same coin.” 可知成长的烦恼和收获不是两个独立的阶段，而是一枚硬币的两面，说明痛苦和收获是同一段经历中不可分割的部分，A 痛苦和收获相反且无联系与文意相反，C 成长像碰运气的游戏、D 钱对解决问题很重要文中均未提及。
答案：C；解析：文章作者从哲学角度重新解读了成长的烦恼，提出烦恼是成长的动力，收获蕴含在烦恼之中的观点，同时鼓励人们正视成长的烦恼，因为这是成长的证明，语气是富有哲思且鼓舞人心的，A 幽默且轻松的、B 悲伤且悲观的、D 生气且批判的均不符合。
