【核心素养】阅读提升训练 Unit 2 Growing pains and gains【含答案解析】-八年级英语下册外研版（2024）

【核心素养】八年级英语下册外研版（2024）阅读提升训练
Unit 2 Growing pains and gains
学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
容易篇：Level 1 基础入门【5篇】
基础篇：Level 2 巩固强化【5篇】
提升篇：Level 3 拓展培优【5篇】
容易篇：Level 1 基础入门【5篇】
一、阅读理解
Many teenagers have growing pains. They often have problems with their study or family life. They may feel upset and don’t know what to do.
The best way is to talk with munication can help a lot. We should trust our parents and tell them our true feelings.
Don’t give up when you meet difficulties. Every problem can be solved. From these experiences, we get important gains. We become more confident and understand the meaning of growing up.
1．What do many teenagers have
A．Growing pains. B．Much money. C．Good luck. D．Healthy food.
2．What may they feel when they have problems
A．Upset. B．Excited. C．Bored. D．Warm.
3．What is the best way to solve problems
A．Keep silent. B．Talk with others. C．Shout loudly. D．Stay alone.
4．What should we tell our parents
A．Our true feelings. B．Nothing. C．Lies. D．Only good news.
5．What do we get from these experiences
A．Much trouble. B．Important gains. C．Much stress. D．Many fights.
Growing up brings us both pains and gains. We often have disagreements with our parents or friends. We may feel worried or nervous when we meet new problems.
But we should learn to communicate with others. We can talk with our family and tell them our feelings. Don’t be afraid of difficulties.
Our parents and teachers always encourage us. They help us solve problems and grow up healthily. From growing pains, we learn to be brave and understand others better.
6．What does growing up bring us
A．Only pains. B．Only gains. C．Both pains and gains. D．Nothing.
7．How do we often feel when we meet new problems
A．Worried or nervous. B．Excited. C．Happy. D．Relaxed.
8．What should we learn to do
A．Communicate with others. B．Fight with others.
C．Argue with parents. D．Stay alone.
9．Who always encourages us
A．Strangers. B．Parents and teachers. C．No one. D．Classmates only.
10．What can we learn from growing pains
A．To be lazy. B．To be brave. C．To be rude. D．To be quiet.
Last Wednesday evening, 14-year-old Lisa had a disagreement with her dad. Lisa wanted to go to her friend’s birthday party on Friday night, but her dad said no. He thought Lisa had to finish her science project first—she’d promised to hand it in next Monday.
Lisa felt upset. She told her dad, “I already did half of the project! I can finish it on Saturday morning. My friend will be sad if I don’t go.” But her dad didn’t listen. He said, “A promise is a promise. You can’t break it for a party.” Lisa went to her room and cried.
The next day, Lisa’s mum talked to her dad. She said, “Lisa really wants to go to the party, and she did start her project. Why not let her go if she finishes the project this evening ” Her dad thought about it and agreed. That evening, Lisa worked hard and finished the project. On Friday night, she went to the party and had a good time.
After that, Lisa learnt to talk to her parents calmly when they disagree. Her dad also learnt to listen to Lisa’s reasons before saying no.
11．Why did Lisa’s dad say no to her going to the party at first
A．Because Lisa didn’t finish her science project.
B．Because the party was on a school night.
C．Because Lisa’s friend didn’t invite her dad.
D．Because Lisa had to stay at home with her mum.
12．How did Lisa feel when her dad refused her
A．Happy. B．Upset. C．Angry. D．Surprised.
13．Who helped Lisa and her dad solve the problem
A．Lisa’s friend. B．Lisa’s teacher.
C．Lisa’s mum. D．Lisa’s classmate.
14．What did Lisa do to go to the party
A．She asked her friend to change the party time.
B．She finished her science project that evening.
C．She told her dad she would hand in the project later.
D．She asked her mum to do the project for her.
15．What can we learn from the story
A．It’s bad to go to birthday parties on weekends.
B．Parents should never say no to their children.
C．Calm communication helps solve parent-child problems.
D．Children should always do homework before playing.
The 15th National Games of China is a big and exciting sports event for all Chinese people. It took place in November 2025, and three lively cities in Guangdong Province hosted it—Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Zhuhai. These cities have built nice stadiums and prepared well for the games.
Thousands of great athletes from every part of China came to join the competition. They took part in many fun sports, like running, swimming, basketball, table tennis, badminton, and gymnastics. Before the games, the athletes trained very hard every day. They all wanted to do their best to make their hometowns proud.
During the National Games, people were full of joy. Some families went to the stadiums to watch the matches and cheer loudly for the athletes. Others stayed at home, watched the games on TV, or streamed them online with their parents or friends.
The 15th National Games is not just about winning medals. It also tells everyone to love sports and keep their bodies healthy. Kids can learn the athletes’ spirit of never giving up when they face difficulties. This event brings people together and becomes an unforgettable memory for everyone!
16．When was the 15th National Games of China held
A．In November 2023. B．In November 2025.
C．In November 2027. D．In November 2030.
17．Which province hosted the 15th National Games
A．Guangdong Province. B．Shandong Province.
C．Sichuan Province. D．Jiangsu Province.
18．What sport is mentioned in the passage
A．Football. B．Gymnastics. C．Volleyball. D．Tennis.
19．How can people watch the games’ matches
A．Only in stadiums. B．Only on TV.
C．In stadiums, on TV, or online. D．Only online.
20．What can kids learn from the athletes
A．How to get rich quickly. B．The spirit of never giving up.
C．How to leave school for training. D．The way to win without practicing.
21 Oct 2019
Dear diary,
I had a really bad day. I tried out for the basketball team, but the coach said I wasn’t tall enough. This has been my dream since I was little! I have practised so much, and it all ended today. I feel very bad...
17 Sep 2023
Dear diary,
1. I was just reading my diary from four years ago. How time flies! Back then, I was so disappointed at being too short and failing to get on the basketball team. I couldn’t help laughing at my heartbreaking words then. Basketball was really a big deal for me. But things changed soon after that.
2. I was so hurt by my failure back then, and my friends were all worried. “Why not try something else, like swimming or skiing ” suggested my best friend. At first, I swam just to take my mind off things. But soon, I fell completely in love with the sport. I’ve won several competitions now and I’ve made a lot of friends. My life has taken a different turn.
3. It’s great to look back and see my pains and gains with fresh eyes. Growing up will never be an easy thing. But we need to look at challenges the right way.
4. Now I understand that failure is a part of life. It may fall upon us at any stage in our lives. I have experienced many other terrible moments since then. But I have never felt so bad again. I know clearly that failure lasts just a moment. When one door closes, another opens. Life is waiting for us with many other surprises.
5.Tomorrow is another day.
21．Why did the writer feel bad on 21 Oct 2019
A．He hurt his leg while playing basketball. B．He failed to get on the basketball team.
C．His friends laughed at his basketball skills. D．He forgot to practice for the basketball tryout.
22．What did the writer do after failing to join the basketball team
A．He gave up all sports. B．He tried swimming and fell in love with it.
C．He kept practicing basketball at home. D．He started writing diaries to share his feelings.
23．What does the writer think about failure now
A．It is the worst thing in life. B．It never happens to strong people.
C．It is a part of life and won’t last forever. D．It always makes people lose hope.
24．What can we learn from the writer’s story
A．It’s never too late to learn a new sport. B．Failure can lead to new opportunities.
C．Basketball is not a good sport for short people. D．Keeping a diary is the best way to deal with sadness.
基础篇：Level 2 巩固强化【5篇】
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25．How many secrets of reducing stress will be given by the workshop
A．Two. B．Three. C．Four. D．Five.
26．When will this free workshop be held
A．At 5 p.m. B．At 6 p.m. C．At 7 p.m. D．At 8 p.m.
27．What may stress bring
A．Love and peace. B．Better grades. C．Health problems. D．Useful advice.
28．Dr. Jamie must be _________.
A．easy to get along with B．clever but serious
C．strict and boring D．outgoing but crazy
29．Dr. Jamie may provide you with some ________.
A．personal information B．questions on laughter
C．art skills D．health care advice
Do you often forget to drink water between classes Try the new “Smart Cup”—a water bottle that talks to you! When it glows (发光) green, it means “Good job”. When it turns orange, it’s saying “Time to drink!” It even connects to your phone’s health app.
This smart cup acts like a mini teacher. Take a photo of your lunch, and it checks if you need more vegetables or protein (蛋白质). Want to eat ice cream The bottle might say, “Try yogurt first”. Every Monday, the app shows the intake you drink, like “8L this week”. Drink enough water for 5 days, and you can get a funny cartoon sticker (贴纸) in the app.
Chen Kai, a 7th grader from Shanghai, says, “I even get free cookies with enough stickers”. What’s cooler It turns classmates into health partners. When someone’s cup turns orange, his classmates will say, “Drink up”. School nurse Dr. Chen says, “It’s like having a health teacher in your bag.” But Dr. Li tells everyone, “Your cup can’t do sit-ups for you! Play baseball or jog with friends every day.” Teen Health magazine found 70% of Smart Cup users eat more fruits. “It’s like a game!” says Chen Kai, shaking his glowing bottle. “Now I even finish all the carrots in my lunchbox!”
30．What can we know when the Smart Cup glows orange
A．You have done a good job. B．You should drink water.
C．You can connect it to your phone. D．You are having a phone call.
31．What can the Smart Cup help you do
A．Doing sit-ups. B．Playing baseball.
C．Checking your lunch. D．Jogging with friends.
32．What does the underlined word “intake” mean
A．摄入量 B．存储量 C．消耗量 D．剩余量
33．How does Chen Kai get free cookies
A．By eating all his carrots.
B．By taking photos of his lunch.
C．By connecting to his phone’s health app everyday.
D．By collecting stickers after 5 days of enough water.
34．What can we know from the underlined sentence in Paragraph 3
A．Use the Smart Cup every day. B．Get stickers for more rewards.
C．Drink as much water as possible. D．Don’t only depend on the Smart Cup.
As a teenager, I have experienced many growing pains. I often argue with my mother about my after-school activities. She wants me to study all the time, but I want to play basketball with my friends. I feel upset and don’t even want to talk with her.
One day, my teacher talked with me and told me that my mother’s strictness is full of love. She just hopes I can study hard and have a good future. Then I tried to communicate with my mother patiently. I told her I would finish my homework first, then play basketball for an hour. To my surprise, she agreed with me.
Now I know that communication is the key to solving growing pains. As we grow up, we should learn to understand our parents and talk with them more. In this way, we can turn growing pains into growing gains.
35．What does the writer often argue with his mother about
A．His homework. B．His after-school activities.
C．His eating habits. D．His sleeping time.
36．What does the writer want to do with his friends
A．Study together. B．Play football.
C．Play basketball. D．Watch TV.
37．Who talked with the writer and gave him good advice
A．His father. B．His mother. C．His teacher. D．His friend.
38．What did the writer promise his mother
A．He would study all the time.
B．He would stop playing basketball.
C．He would finish homework first, then play basketball.
D．He would talk with her every day.
39．What is the key to solving growing pains according to the passage
A．Arguing with parents. B．Communication.
C．Keeping silent. D．Playing sports.
In 2026, a survey among eighth-grade students shows that 85% of teenagers have clear career dreams, but over 70% of them face growing pains while chasing these dreams. From poor academic performance to lack of support from family, these pains often make teenagers feel confused and even want to give up. However, growing pains are not enemies; they are valuable experiences that help us grow.
First, career dreams give teenagers motivation to study. When you have a dream job in mind, you know what skills and knowledge you need to improve. For example, if you want to be a reporter, you will pay more attention to improving your writing and speaking skills. This motivation helps you study harder and become more focused.
Second, growing pains teach us important life lessons. When you face difficulties—such as poor grades or family disagreement—you learn to solve problems and become more independent. You may ask teachers for help, communicate with your parents, or make a practical plan. These experiences make you stronger and more capable of facing challenges in the future.
Third, overcoming growing pains brings valuable gains. You may become more confident, persistent, or good at communicating. These qualities are not only useful for achieving your career dream but also for your future life. For instance, a student who overcomes shyness to practice speaking for the dream of becoming a teacher will become more outgoing, which helps in any job.
In short, career dreams and growing pains go hand in hand. Dreams give us direction, and pains help us grow. Teenagers should hold onto their dreams, face growing pains bravely, and cherish the gains from overcoming difficulties. Only in this way can we grow into better people and make our dreams come true.
根据语篇内容，选择最佳选项。
40．What does the 2026 survey show
A．Most teenagers have no career dreams.
B．Few teenagers want to achieve their dreams.
C．Most teenagers face growing pains while chasing dreams.
41．How do career dreams help teenagers
A．They give teenagers motivation to study.
B．They make teenagers avoid growing pains.
C．They help teenagers get good grades easily.
42．What do growing pains teach us
A．To give up when facing difficulties.
B．Important life lessons and problem-solving skills.
C．To rely on others for everything.
43．What gains can overcoming growing pains bring
A．More confidence and persistence.
B．Higher scores in exams.
C．More money and gifts.
44．What is the main idea of the passage
A．How to choose a career dream.
B．Why growing pains are terrible.
C．The relationship between career dreams and growing pains.
Dear diary,
Today I’m looking back on a difficult time in my life, and I want to write down how it changed me. When I was in Grade Eight, my biggest dream was to be a member of the school basketball team. I had loved basketball since I was a little kid, and I spent every afternoon after school practicing dribbling, shooting, and running on the playground. My father even bought me a new basketball and often practiced with me on weekends. I was sure that my hard work would pay off, and I couldn’t wait for the try-out day to come.
The try-out day finally arrived. I woke up early that morning, put on my favorite basketball jersey, and went to the school playground with excitement. There were more than 30 students trying out for the team, and I felt a little nervous but confident. The coach, Mr. Brown, asked us to do some warm-up exercises first, and then we took turns showing our skills. I did my best to shoot accurately and run as fast as I could, but when the try-out ended, Mr. Brown called me aside and shook his head gently.
“I’m sorry, but you can’t join the team,” he said. “You’re fast and hard-working, but you’re not tall enough. Basketball requires height, and I don’t think you’ll be able to keep up with the other players.” His words felt like a knife in my heart. I thanked him and walked away quietly, trying to hold back my tears. When I got home, I locked myself in my room and cried for a long time. I felt so disappointed and hopeless, and I even threw my basketball in the corner, thinking I would never play it again.
My best friend, Tom, noticed that I was sad and came to see me every day. He knew how much basketball meant to me, so he didn’t just comfort me—he helped me find a new way forward. “Why do you let one failure stop you ” he asked. “You’re good at sports, not just basketball. What if you try swimming It doesn’t require height, and I think you’ll be good at it.” At first, I didn’t want to try anything new. I was too hurt by my failure to the basketball team, but Tom kept encouraging me, and finally, I agreed to give swimming a try.
I joined the school swimming club the next week. At first, it was very difficult. I didn’t know how to breathe correctly in the water, and I often felt tired after a few laps. But I didn’t give up. I practiced every weekend, and the coach of the swimming club was very patient, teaching me how to improve my skills. Slowly, I got better and better, and I even started to enjoy swimming. It made me feel free and relaxed, and it helped me forget the pain of failing the basketball try-out.
After six months of hard practice, I took part in the school swimming competition. I was nervous before the race, but I remembered Tom’s words and did my best. When I touched the wall at the end of the pool, I found out that I had won the second prize. I was so excited that I cried tears of joy. I ran to Tom and thanked him for never giving up on me. He smiled and said, “I knew you could do it—you just needed a new chance.”
Now, two years have passed. I’m still in the swimming club, and I’ve won several more competitions. I also keep a diary every day, just like I am now, to write down my feelings and experiences. Looking back, I’m glad that I failed the basketball try-out. It taught me that failure is not the end of the world—it’s a chance to grow and find new opportunities. I used to think that growing up meant never failing, but now I understand that growing up is about facing failure bravely, learning from it, and moving forward.
Failure is a part of life, and it’s not something to be afraid of. When one door closes, another opens, and we never know what wonderful things are waiting for us. This is the most important lesson I’ve learned, and I will carry it with me for the rest of my life.
45．Why did the writer want to join the school basketball team
A．Because his father asked him to join the team.
B．Because he loved basketball and practiced hard for it.
C．Because basketball was the only sport he could play.
D．Because his best friend Tom was in the basketball team.
46．What did Coach Brown think of the writer’s performance in the try-out
A．He thought the writer was not hard-working enough.
B．He thought the writer was too slow to play basketball.
C．He thought the writer couldn’t join the team because of his height.
D．He thought the writer was the best player in the try-out.
47．How did the writer feel after failing the basketball try-out
A．Sad, disappointed and hopeless. B．Excited, proud and happy.
C．Relaxed, calm and unconcerned. D．Angry, upset and angry with Tom.
48．What did Tom do to help the writer get out of sadness
A．He asked the writer to give up all sports.
B．He encouraged the writer to try swimming.
C．He helped the writer practice basketball again.
D．He bought a new basketball for the writer.
49．What can we learn from the writer’s experience
A．It’s easy to join a school sports club.
B．Failure is terrible and we should avoid it.
C．Failure is a chance to grow and find new opportunities.
D．Swimming is easier than playing basketball.
提升篇：Level 3 拓展培优【5篇】
Sometimes, family life can be hard. Our family had lots of ups and downs.
I have an elder brother and an elder sister. I’m the baby boy in the family. We grew up in a small house. My mum and dad often argued over small things. My brother and sister argued, too, and I used to argue as well.
But as I got older, I always chose to be the mediator (调解员). I would try to listen to both sides and then bring them together to make peace. “Dad, you shouldn’t say that to Mum, but Mum, try to see it in this way. Come on, we all should love each other.” This method often worked. I learned a lot while growing up in our family including understanding others, being patient and accepting that sometimes things just don’t go our way. We may say something we don’t really mean, especially when we are angry. But it’s important to calm down and try to understand each other. Of course, it’s normal to argue sometimes, yet we should also find a way to fix the problem. As long as we can reflect and treat family members with understanding and care, we can help each other out and weather the storm.
50．What do we know about the writer’s family
A．The family has two daughters. B．The writer is the youngest.
C．The writer never argues with his parents. D．His parents get along well with kids.
51．What did the writer often do as a mediator
A．He did nothing but watch. B．He started a conversation angrily.
C．He tried to make peace. D．He helped one side to fight the other.
52．What did the writer learn from his family
A．Knowledge is useless in communication.
B．Family members shouldn’t share feelings with each other.
C．Arguments are always bad and should never happen.
D．Family members should understand and care about each other.
53．What does the underlined phrase “weather the storm” mean
A．Get through difficulties successfully. B．Ask someone for help when in trouble.
C．Tell exactly what the weather will be like. D．Explain what to do during a storm.
54．What might be the best title for the passage
A．My parents’ bad days B．Growing up in a small house
C．My happy childhood D．Helping my family get along
Growing up is full of ups and downs. Many teenagers face “growing pains” like failing exams, not being chosen for a team, or arguing with friends. These moments can make us feel sad, angry, or disappointed. But they are also chances to learn and grow.
When we experience failure, we can choose to give up or to try something new. For example, if you don’t get into the sports team you wanted, you might find a new hobby like painting, music, or another sport. This can open up new doors and help you make new friends.
Remember, no one is perfect. Everyone makes mistakes. The key is to look at challenges in the right way. Failure is just a temporary moment, and it can teach us valuable lessons that will help us in the future.
55．What are “growing pains” according to the passage
A．Physical pains in the body. B．Difficulties and problems while growing up.
C．Only problems with school grades. D．Only arguments with friends.
56．What can we do when we face failure
A．Only give up and feel sad. B．Try something new and learn from it.
C．Blame others for our mistakes. D．Pretend nothing happened.
57．Why is failure not a bad thing
A．Because it makes us perfect immediately. B．Because it teaches us valuable lessons.
C．Because it means we will never succeed. D．Because it makes us popular with others.
58．What is the main idea of the passage
A．Growing up is easy and without problems.
B．Failure is terrible and should be avoided.
C．Growing pains and failure are part of life and help us grow.
D．Teenagers should never try new things.
Do you get angry when your friends sing loudly or when your best friend does not wait for you after school
If you do, you need to control your feelings and stop getting angry so easily. Getting angry easily can make you lose your friends.
Gary Egeberg, an American high school teacher, wrote My Feelings Are Like Wild Animals to help you control your feelings. It tells teens how to stay cool when bad things happen to them. The book says that getting angry only makes problems worse. It cannot make them better. “Getting angry is not a natural way to act,” the book says. It is just a bad habit, like smoking. The book says you can control your anger easily, and all you have to do is to tell yourself not to be angry.
When a baby falls over, it cries only when people are watching it. Like a baby, you can only get angry if you are sure it is the right thing to do.
The book gives many suggestions to help you if you get angry easily. Here are the top three.
①Keep a record. Every time you get angry, write down why you are angry. Look at it later and you will see you get angry too easily.
②Ask your friends to stop talking to you when you get angry. This will teach you not to be angry.
③Do something different. When you get angry, walk away from the problem and go somewhere else. Try to laugh!
根据短文内容，选择正确答案。
59．What does the writer want to tell us
A．Not to get angry easily. B．To work hard at school.
C．To do more exercise. D．To help each other.
60．What will happen to you if you get angry easily
A．We will get ill very easily. B．We will lose our friends.
C．We will put on weight easily. D．We will eat less.
61．What does the underlined phrase“stay cool” mean
A．Feel cold. B．Keep calm. C．Look cool. D．Be patient.
62．What does the underlined word “it” refer to in the passage
A．The book. B．Anger. C．Habit. D．The baby.
63．What does the book My Feelings Are Like Wild Animals mainly want to tell us
A．What to read. B．How to read.
C．How to stay cool. D．How to learn English well.
When I was very young, my dad had the first telephone in our neighborhood. I still remember the shiny receiver in the box. I was too little to reach the telephone, but I knew that a wonderful person lived inside it—her name was Information Please. She could give anybody’s number and the right time.
One day, my mom was out. I hit my finger and it hurt a lot. No one was home to help me. So I thought of the telephone! I called her. A soft voice said, “Information Please.” I cried and told her about my finger. She told me to put ice on it. After that, I called her for everything—help with geography, or homework, and even what my small pet ate.
When my pet bird died, I called her and cried, “Why do birds sing so well and make everyone happy, but died at last ” She said softly, “Paul, remember there are other worlds to sing in.” Those words made me feel better. At age 9, we moved to Boston. I missed the old phone and never forgot her.
Years later, my plane stopped in Seattle. I called the operator (接线员) for help. To my surprise, Sally answered! I asked her to spell “fix”, just like when I was little. She laughed and said my calls made her happy all day— she had no kids, so she hoped to talk with me.
Three months later, I called again. A different voice said Sally had died of illness. She left a message: “Tell Paul there are other worlds to sing in. He’ll understand.”
64．What was Sally’s job
A．A pet care worker. B．A children’s helper.
C．A telephone operator. D．A primary school teacher.
65．Where did the writer move at the age 9
A．Seattle. B．Boston. C．His hometown. D．A new neighborhood.
66．We can know from the passage that ________.
A．Sally didn’t like talking B．Sally liked singing songs
C．the writer’s call made Sally happy D．the writer never called after moving
67．What does “there are other worlds to sing in” mean in the passage
A．Birds fly to magical places when they die.
B．Imagine happy places when you are sad.
C．Birds should be set free to sing in nature.
D．Love and happiness don’t stop with death.
68．What could be the best title for the story
A．A Trip Back to Hometown B．The Kind Voice on the Phone
C．Secrets of the Telephone Box D．Memories of a Childhood Pet
In life, we may meet problems at any time. But we might not notice them at first. Only when they start to really bother (打扰) us do we feel worried and sad.
Workplace Problems The workplace is a place where people work. You might meet people who never think you do anything right. When facing this problem, stay calm. Be kind, listen to them, and avoid arguments. You could even invite them for a cup of coffee and try to understand their points of view. This way, you can build a better connection with them and reduce pressure for yourself.
Career Pressure On your way to becoming more successful, you may face pressure at work. This can happen when you’re trying to do well in your job or move up to a better position. It can also come as a result of overworking. To deal with it, first think about whether you need to improve your skills or attitude. Maybe you need to communicate better or build stronger relationships with others. You can also learn from successful workmates by observing (观察) how they deal with things differently.
Unfair (不公平的) Treatment In our world, some people think they’re better than others and treat others unfairly. If you’re around people like this, it can make you feel upset and even affect your daily life. You can try talking to them first. But if nothing changes, it’s OK to walk away from these people.
69．What does the underlined phrase “this problem” refer to
A．Meeting problems at any time. B．Not noticing problems at first.
C．Feeling worried and sad. D．Meeting people who never think you do anything right.
70．Which of the following may bring career pressure
A．Working at home. B．Finding a new job. C．Trying to do better. D．Getting less help.
71．What does the underlined sentence mean
A．You can learn from successful workmates. B．You can argue with workmates.
C．You can make friends with successful workmates. D．You can be successful if you stay calm.
72．What should you do first when facing unfair treatment
A．Walk away quickly. B．Try talking about it. C．Write it down. D．Treat others unfairly, too.
《【核心素养】八年级英语下册外研版（2024）阅读提升训练Unit 2 Growing pains and gains》参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 A A B A B C A A B B
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答案 A B C B C B A B C B
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答案 B B C B B C C A D B
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答案 C A D D B C C C B C
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答案 A B A C B C A B C B
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答案 C D A D B B B C A B
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答案 B D C C B C D B D C
题号 71 72
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1．A 2．A 3．B 4．A 5．B
本文是一篇说明文，主要讲述了许多青少年在成长过程中会面临各种问题，如学业或家庭生活方面的困扰，并给出了应对这些问题的建议。
1．第一段指出：“Many teenagers have growing pains.”，许多青少年有成长的烦恼。
2．第一段指出：“They may feel upset and don’t know what to do.”，当他们有问题时，他们可能会感到沮丧。
3．第二段指出：“The best way is to talk with others.”，解决问题的最好方法是与他人交谈。
4．第二段指出：“We should trust our parents and tell them our true feelings.”，我们应该告诉父母我们的真实感受。
5．第三段指出：“From these experiences, we get important gains.”，我们从这些经历中得到了重要的收获。
6．C 7．A 8．A 9．B 10．B
本文主要讲述了成长会带给我们痛苦与收获，我们在成长中会遇到分歧和新问题，但通过与他人沟通、借助父母和老师的鼓励，能从成长的痛苦中学会勇敢、更好地理解他人，从而健康成长。
6．第一段第一句明确指出：“Growing up brings us both pains and gains”，这直接说明成长带给我们的既有痛苦也有收获。
7．第一段最后一句提到：“We may feel worried or nervous when we meet new problems”，这直接说明遇到新问题时，我们通常会感到担忧或紧张。
8．第二段第一句指出：“But we should learn to communicate with others”，这直接说明我们应该学会与他人沟通。
9．第三段第一句提到：“Our parents and teachers always encourage us”，这直接说明总是鼓励我们的人是父母和老师。
10．第三段最后一句指出：“From growing pains, we learn to be brave and understand others better”，这直接说明我们能从成长的痛苦中学会勇敢。
11．A 12．B 13．C 14．B 15．C
本文讲述了Lisa因想参加朋友的生日派对，与父亲因科学项目的截止时间产生分歧。父亲最初拒绝了她的请求，在母亲的调解下，Lisa当晚完成了项目，最终如愿参加了派对。通过这次经历，Lisa学会了在意见不合时与父母冷静沟通，而父亲也学会了在拒绝前倾听女儿的理由。
11．细节理解题。根据“He thought Lisa had to finish her science project first—she’d promised to hand it in next Monday.”可知，爸爸拒绝的原因是Lisa需要先完成科学项目。故选A。
12．细节理解题。根据“Lisa went to her room and cried.”可知，Lisa回到自己的房间，哭了起来，哭泣表明她感到难过。故选B。
13．细节理解题。根据“Lisa’s mum talked to her dad.”可知，Lisa的妈妈帮助他们解决了问题。故选C。
14．细节理解题。根据“That evening, Lisa worked hard and finished the project.”可知，Lisa在当天晚上努力完成了科学项目，从而获得了参加派对的许可。故选B。
15．推理判断题。根据“After that, Lisa learnt to talk to her parents calmly when they disagree. Her dad also learnt to listen to Lisa’s reasons before saying no.”可知，Lisa学会了在与父母意见不合时能够冷静地与他们交流，她的父亲也学会了在拒绝Lisa的要求之前先倾听她的理由，由此推知，故事的核心启示是：冷静的沟通有助于解决亲子间的问题。故选C。
16．B 17．A 18．B 19．C 20．B
本文是一篇说明文，介绍了第15届全运会的举办时间、地点、比赛项目、观赛方式以及活动意义，强调了全运会不仅是体育赛事，还传递了热爱运动、永不放弃的精神。
16．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“It took place in November 2025, and three lively cities in Guangdong Province hosted it—Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Zhuhai.”可知，第15届全运会的举办时间是2025年11月。故选B。
17．细节理解题。根据文章第1段“three lively cities in Guangdong Province hosted it”可知，第15届全运会由广东省承办。故选A。
18．细节理解题。根据文章第2段“They took part in many fun sports, like running, swimming, basketball, table tennis, badminton, and gymnastics.”可知，文中提到了体操。故选B。
19．细节理解题 。根据文章第3段“Some families went to the stadiums to watch the matches and cheer loudly for the athletes. Others stayed at home, watched the games on TV, or streamed them online with their parents or friends.”可知，人们可以在体育场、电视或线上观看比赛。故选C。
20．细节理解题。根据文章第4段“Kids can learn the athletes’ spirit of never giving up when they face difficulties.”可知，孩子们能从运动员身上学到永不放弃的精神。故选B。
21．B 22．B 23．C 24．B
本文通过作者未能入选篮球队后尝试游泳并取得成功的经历，告诉我们失败是生活的一部分，且会带来新机遇。
21．根据“21 Oct 2019”部分“I tried out for the basketball team, but the coach said I wasn’t tall enough...I feel very bad...”可知，作者在2019年10月21日感到难过是因为未能入选篮球队。
22．根据“17 Sep 2023”部分第二段“...suggested my best friend. At first, I swam just to take my mind off things. But soon, I fell completely in love with the sport...”可知，作者在未能加入篮球队后，在朋友的建议下尝试了游泳并爱上了这项运动。
23．根据“17 Sep 2023”部分第四段“Now I understand that failure is a part of life. It may fall upon us at any stage in our lives...I know clearly that failure lasts just a moment...”可知，作者现在认为失败是生活的一部分，不会永远持续。
24．根据“17 Sep 2023”部分第四段“When one door closes, another opens. Life is waiting for us with many other surprises.”可知，作者的故事告诉我们失败可以带来新的机会。
25．B 26．C 27．C 28．A 29．D
本文是一则免费减压主题研讨会的宣传通知，介绍了该研讨会的主题、举办时间、地点、活动内容方向、主讲人杰米博士的基本信息，同时给出咨询联系渠道，邀请大众参与活动。
25．海报标题明确为“Learn Three Secrets of Reducing Stress”，可知研讨会会分享3个减压秘诀。
26．原文明确标注时间“When: June 21st, 7 p.m.”，举办时间为晚上7点。
27．原文提到研讨会内容包含“learn how stress causes health problems”，说明压力会引发健康问题。
28．“You will laugh at least 10 times during the workshop...”表明在研讨会上你至少会大笑十次，从而推测出杰米博士平易近人、好相处。
29．原文末尾提到“For more FREE health care advice,”，明确说明可以向杰米博士获取免费健康建议。
30．B 31．C 32．A 33．D 34．D
本文主要介绍了一款名为“Smart Cup”的智能水杯，它通过发光和连接手机健康应用来帮助用户保持健康。
30．第一段指出“When it turns orange, it’s saying “Time to drink!”，橙色灯光意味着“该喝水了”。
31．第二段指出“Take a photo of your lunch, and it checks if you need more vegetables or protein.”，智能水杯给你的午餐拍张照，它就会检查你是否需要补充更多蔬菜或蛋白质。
32．第二段指出“Every Monday, the app shows the intake you drink, like ‘8L this week’.”，每周一，这款应用会显示你喝水的摄入量，比如 “本周8升”。intake指摄入量。
33．第二段指出“Drink enough water for 5 days, and you can get a funny cartoon sticker in the app.”及第三段指出“Chen Kai, a 7th grader from Shanghai, says, ‘I even get free cookies with enough stickers’”，陈凯通过连续5天喝足够的水收集贴纸来获得免费的 饼干。
34．第三段指出“Your cup can’t do sit-ups for you!”，你的杯子不能替你做仰卧起坐！即杯子不能替你运动，选项D“不能只依赖杯子”符合。
35．B 36．C 37．C 38．C 39．B
本文是一篇记叙文，讲述了作者作为青少年经历成长中的烦恼，通过老师开导后主动与母亲沟通，最终化解矛盾、收获成长的故事。
35．第一段第二句明确提到“I often argue with my mother about my after-school activities”，因此争吵的内容是课外活动。
36．第一段第三句明确提到“I want to play basketball with my friends”，因此作者想和朋友打篮球。
37．第二段第一句明确提到“One day, my teacher talked with me and told me...”，因此给作者建议的是老师。
38．第二段第三句明确提到“I told her I would finish my homework first, then play basketball for an hour”，因此作者的承诺是先完成作业再打篮球。
39．第三段第一句明确提到“communication is the key to solving growing pains”，因此解决问题的关键是沟通。
40．C 41．A 42．B 43．A 44．C
本文是一篇议论文，主要探讨了青少年在追逐职业梦想过程中遇到的成长烦恼，并指出梦想给予方向，烦恼促人成长，二者相辅相成。
40．第一段提到“a survey among eighth-grade students shows that 85% of teenagers have clear career dreams, but over 70% of them face growing pains while chasing these dreams.”，说明大多数青少年在追逐梦想时都会面临成长烦恼。
41．第二段提到“First, career dreams give teenagers motivation to study. When you have a dream job in mind, you know what skills and knowledge you need to improve.”，说明职业梦想能给予青少年学习的动力。
42．第三段提到“Second, growing pains teach us important life lessons. When you face difficulties... you learn to solve problems and become more independent.”，说明成长烦恼教会我们重要的人生经验和解决问题的技能。
43．第四段提到“You may become more confident, persistent, or good at communicating.”，说明克服成长烦恼可以带来更多的自信和毅力。
44．最后一段总结“In short, career dreams and growing pains go hand in hand. Dreams give us direction, and pains help us grow.”，点明全文主旨是阐述职业梦想与成长烦恼之间的关系。
45．B 46．C 47．A 48．B 49．C
本文是一篇记叙文，作者讲述了自己八年级时梦想加入校篮球队，努力训练却在选拔时因身高不够被拒，感到失望绝望。在好友汤姆鼓励下尝试游泳，经过努力练习在游泳比赛中获奖，最终明白失败是成长和寻找新机会的契机这一道理。
45．根据第一段“I had loved basketball since I was a little kid, and I spent every afternoon after school practicing...”可知，作者因为热爱篮球并为之努力练习而想加入篮球队。
46．根据第三段教练的话“You’re fast and hard-working, but you’re not tall enough. Basketball requires height...”可知，教练认为作者因身高不足无法加入球队。
47．根据第三段“I felt so disappointed and hopeless, and I even threw my basketball in the corner...”以及前文“trying to hold back my tears”可知，作者失败后感到伤心、失望和无助。
48．根据第四段汤姆的建议“What if you try swimming It doesn’t require height, and I think you’ll be good at it.”以及作者随后加入游泳俱乐部可知，汤姆鼓励作者尝试游泳。
49．根据最后一段“Failure is a part of life... it’s a chance to grow and find new opportunities”可知，作者从经历中学到失败是成长和发现新机会的机会。
50．B 51．C 52．D 53．A 54．D
本文主要讲述的是作者在充满矛盾的家庭中成长，主动担任调解员，从中学会理解、耐心和关爱家人的故事。
50．第二段提到“I have an elder brother and an elder sister. I’m the baby boy in the family.”，说明作者是家里最小的孩子。
51．第三段提到“I would try to listen to both sides and then bring them together to make peace”，说明作者作为调解员会努力让大家和解。
52．最后一段提到“treat family members with understanding and care”，说明作者学到家人之间要相互理解和关心。
53．结合上下文，作者提到家人之间会有争吵，但只要反思、相互理解和关爱，就能互相帮助，度过这些困难。短语weather the storm是固定习语，本义是“渡过风暴”，在文中指家人相互帮助，成功渡过困难时期。
54．文章主要围绕作者在家庭中主动担任调解员，帮助家人和好、相处融洽展开，核心是“帮助家人相处”。
55．B 56．B 57．B 58．C
本文是一篇议论文，讲述了成长过程中难免遇到挫折与“成长的烦恼”，这些看似负面的经历其实是学习和成长的机会，失败能教会我们宝贵经验，帮助我们进步。
55．第一段“Many teenagers face ‘growing pains’ like failing exams, not being chosen for a team, or arguing with friends.”说明成长的烦恼指成长过程中遇到的困难和问题。
56．第二段“When we experience failure, we can choose to give up or to try something new.”以及后文提到失败能教会我们经验，表明面对失败可以尝试新事物并从中学习。
57．第三段“Failure is just a temporary moment, and it can teach us valuable lessons that will help us in the future.”说明失败并非坏事，因为它能教会我们宝贵的经验。
58．全文围绕成长烦恼与失败展开，强调这些是生活的一部分，也是让我们学习和成长的机会，这是文章的主旨。
59．A 60．B 61．B 62．D 63．C
本文是一篇说明文，主要告诉青少年要学会控制情绪、不要轻易生气，并介绍了《我的情绪就像野兽》这本书，书中给出了三条控制愤怒的建议。
59．细节理解题。根据“If you do, you need to control your feelings and stop getting angry so easily. ”可知，全文主要讲述控制情绪，作者想告诉我们不要轻易生气。故选A。
60．细节理解题。根据“Getting angry easily can make you lose your friends.”可知，轻易生气会让你失去朋友。故选B。
61．词句猜测题。根据“Gary Egeberg, an American high school teacher, wrote My Feelings Are Like Wild Animals to help you control your feelings.”以及“The book says that getting angry only makes problems worse.”可知，stay cool意为保持冷静。故选B。
62．词句猜测题。根据“When a baby falls over”可知，it指代前面的the baby。故选D。
63．细节理解题。根据“It tells teens how to stay cool when bad things happen to them.”可知，这本书主要告诉青少年如何保持冷静。故选C。
64．C 65．B 66．C 67．D 68．B
本文是一篇记叙文，主要讲述了作者童年时与电话接线员Sally之间温暖的回忆：Sally在作者成长中给予安慰与帮助，多年后两人重逢，Sally离世前留下的话语也传递了爱与希望不会随死亡消逝的主题。
64．文中第四段提到“I called the operator (接线员) for help. To my surprise, Sally answered!”，直接说明Sally的职业是电话接线员。
65．文中第三段指出“At age 9, we moved to Boston.”，直接说明作者9岁时搬到了波士顿。
66．文中第四段提到“She laughed and said my calls made her happy all day— she had no kids, so she hoped to talk with me.”，直接说明作者的电话让Sally很开心。
67．文中第三段和第五段两次出现“there are other worlds to sing in.”，这句话第一次是Sally安慰作者宠物鸟去世，第二次是Sally离世前留给作者的遗言，核心含义是爱与快乐不会随死亡终止，生命会以另一种形式延续美好。
68．全文围绕电话里Sally温柔的声音展开，从童年求助到重逢再到遗言，这条声音线索贯穿始终，对应选项B“The Kind Voice on the Phone”，是文章的核心情感载体。
69．D 70．C 71．A 72．B
本文主要介绍了在生活和工作中可能会遇到的三种问题：职场问题、职业压力以及不公平待遇，并针对每种问题给出了相应的应对建议。
69．词句猜测题。根据“You might meet people who never think you do anything right. When facing this problem, stay calm.”可知，前文描述了遇到那种认为你做什么都不对的人的情况。划线短语“this problem”指代的就是这种情况，即“遇到从不认为你做对任何事的人”。故选D。
70．细节理解题。根据“Career Pressure”部分“This can happen when you’re trying to do well in your job or move up to a better position.”可知，当你试图在工作中表现得更好或晋升时，可能会产生职业压力。故选C。
71．词句猜测题。根据“You can also learn from successful workmates by observing (观察) how they deal with things differently.”可知，此处建议通过观察成功的同事如何以不同方式处理事情来向他们学习。故选A。
72．细节理解题。根据“Unfair (不公平的) Treatment”部分“You can try talking to them first.”可知，面对不公平待遇时，建议首先尝试与对方沟通。故选B。