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四、阅读下面材料,从方框中所给的 A—E 五个选项中选出正确选项(其中一项是多余选项),将其序号填入第1—4小题,并回答第5小题
The universe is a vast and mysterious place that has attracted humans for thousands of years. It includes countless stars, planets, galaxies and other celestial bodies(天体), waiting for us to explore and discover.
The sun is our closest star, providing light and heat for the earth. Around the sun, there are eight planets orbiting in order, including our home planet earth. Among them, Mars is often called the “red planet” because of its reddish appearance, 1.
Beyond the solar system, there are billions of galaxies. The Milky Way, where our solar system is located, is just one of them. Galaxies are made up of millions of stars, 2.
With the development of science and technology, we have sent spaceships and satellites to explore the universe. Astronauts have landed on the moon, and space telescopes help us see farther and clearer. 3.
The universe is full of wonders, and our exploration will never stop. 4.
A. and some of them have planets similar to earth
B. It teaches us to be humble and brave, as we continue to uncover the secrets of the vast cosmos
C. Exploring the universe not only helps
understand the world we live in, but also encourages us to keep curious and pursue knowledge
D. We have already known everything about the universe
E. and scientists are working hard to find signs of life there
5. Would you like to explore the universe when you grow up? Why or why not?（不超过15词）
The universe is a vast and mysterious place that has attracted humans for thousands of years. It includes countless stars, planets, galaxies and other celestial bodies(天体), waiting for us to explore and discover.
The sun is our closest star, providing light and heat for the earth. Around the sun, there are eight planets orbiting in order, including our home planet earth. Among them, Mars is often called the “red planet” because of its reddish appearance, 1.
E
.Beyond the solar system, there are billions of galaxies. The Milky Way, where our solar system is located, is just one of them. Galaxies are made up of millions of stars, 2.
A
.With the development of science and technology, we have sent spaceships and satellites to explore the universe. Astronauts have landed on the moon, and space telescopes help us see farther and clearer. 3.
C
.The universe is full of wonders, and our exploration will never stop. 4.
B
.A. and some of them have planets similar to earth
B. It teaches us to be humble and brave, as we continue to uncover the secrets of the vast cosmos
C. Exploring the universe not only helps
understand the world we live in, but also encourages us to keep curious and pursue knowledgeD. We have already known everything about the universe
E. and scientists are working hard to find signs of life there
5. Would you like to explore the universe when you grow up? Why or why not?（不超过15词）
Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe and learn more about its mysteries. /No. It's dangerous and I can learn about the universe through books.
答案
1. E 2. A 3. C 4. B
5. Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe and learn more about its mysteries. /No. It's dangerous and I can learn about the universe through books.（答案不唯一，合理即可）
5. Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe and learn more about its mysteries. /No. It's dangerous and I can learn about the universe through books.（答案不唯一，合理即可）
解析
【分析】
本题为英语七选五阅读理解题，需结合上下文的语义、指代关系及逻辑衔接来选择合适选项。第1空前文提到火星，需选与火星相关的句子；第2空前文提到星系由恒星组成，需选与恒星相关的内容；第3空前文讲探索宇宙的手段，需选探索宇宙意义的相关句子；第4空前文说探索不会停止，需选承接探索意义的句子；第5题为开放题，结合自身情况合理回答即可。
【解析】
1. 第1空：前文提到“Mars”，选项E中“there”指代火星，语义连贯，故1选E；
2. 第2空：前文提到“Galaxies are made up of millions of stars”，选项A中“them”指代恒星，说明部分恒星有类似地球的行星，符合逻辑，故2选A；
3. 第3空：前文介绍探索宇宙的方式，选项C阐述探索宇宙的意义，承接上文，故3选C；
4. 第4空：前文提到“our exploration will never stop”，选项B说明探索宇宙教会我们的品质，承接上文，故4选B；
5. 第5空：为开放题，结合自身意愿合理表达即可，例如“Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe.”
【答案】
1.E 2.A 3.C 4.B
5. Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe and learn more about its mysteries.（答案不唯一，合理即可）
【知识点】
英语七选五阅读；句子衔接；宇宙话题
【点评】
本题考查学生的阅读理解能力及逻辑衔接能力，需结合上下文语义选择合适句子，第5题为开放题，难度适中，符合初中英语阅读的考查要求。
【难度系数】
0.6
本题为英语七选五阅读理解题，需结合上下文的语义、指代关系及逻辑衔接来选择合适选项。第1空前文提到火星，需选与火星相关的句子；第2空前文提到星系由恒星组成，需选与恒星相关的内容；第3空前文讲探索宇宙的手段，需选探索宇宙意义的相关句子；第4空前文说探索不会停止，需选承接探索意义的句子；第5题为开放题，结合自身情况合理回答即可。
【解析】
1. 第1空：前文提到“Mars”，选项E中“there”指代火星，语义连贯，故1选E；
2. 第2空：前文提到“Galaxies are made up of millions of stars”，选项A中“them”指代恒星，说明部分恒星有类似地球的行星，符合逻辑，故2选A；
3. 第3空：前文介绍探索宇宙的方式，选项C阐述探索宇宙的意义，承接上文，故3选C；
4. 第4空：前文提到“our exploration will never stop”，选项B说明探索宇宙教会我们的品质，承接上文，故4选B；
5. 第5空：为开放题，结合自身意愿合理表达即可，例如“Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe.”
【答案】
1.E 2.A 3.C 4.B
5. Yes. It's meaningful to explore the universe and learn more about its mysteries.（答案不唯一，合理即可）
【知识点】
英语七选五阅读；句子衔接；宇宙话题
【点评】
本题考查学生的阅读理解能力及逻辑衔接能力，需结合上下文语义选择合适句子，第5题为开放题，难度适中，符合初中英语阅读的考查要求。
【难度系数】
0.6
