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外研版七年级下册 新教材
Unit 5 Amazing nature 单元测试卷
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一、单项选择
1. My hometown is famous ____ its beautiful mountains and clear waters.
A. for
B. as
C. to
D. with
2. The color of the sky is ____ blue.
A. a kind of
B. kinds of
C. kind of
D. all kinds of
3. The mountains in my hometown are ____ than those in other places.
A. high
B. higher
C. highest
D. the highest
4. There are ____ flowers in the garden.
A. a lot
B. a lot of
C. lot of
D. lots
5. The Dead Sea is ____ saltier than any other sea.
A. very
B. much
C. more
D. too
6. The rainforest is the only home for many plants and animals, we should ____ it.
A. protect
B. pollute
C. destroy
D. waste
7. People are cutting down trees in the forest, ____ the animals are losing their homes.
A. because
B. so
C. but
D. or
8. The glacier is ____ beautiful that many tourists come to visit it.
A. so
B. suchC. very
D. too
9. The water in the lake is very clear, you can see ____ fish in it.
A. hundred of
B. hundreds of
C. two hundreds
D. two hundreds of
10. We should stop climate change, ____ the earth will become more and more
beautiful.
A. so
B. because
C. but
D. or
11. The national park is a great place ____ nature.
A. to enjoy
B. enjoy
C. enjoying
D. enjoyed
12. The sunset in my hometown is ____ than that in the city.
A. more beautiful
B. beautiful
C. most beautiful
D. the most beautiful
13. The plants in the rainforest are very ____ to the environment.
A. use
B. used
C. useful
D. useless
14. The mountains in the area are covered with ____ snow in winter.
A. white
B. a white
C. the white
D. whites
15. The natural wonder is ____ amazing that people can't believe their eyes.
A. so
B. such
C. very
D. too
二、完形填空
My hometown is in a very special place. It is located on the 1 . The scenery here
is truly amazing. When you look around, you can see white 2 floating in the blue
sky like soft cotton balls. The mountains stand tall and 3 under the sunlight, just
like huge white lotus flowers.The 4 here is also very unique. There are so many different shades of blue in
the rivers and lakes. It's hard to describe how beautiful it is. The water is so clear that
you can see the bottom in some places. And the grasslands, forests, and fields are all
5 . That's my favorite color because it represents hope and life.
Trains are running through the plateau, which adds a modern touch to this natural
beauty. They seem to be a part of the landscape, 6 with the surrounding nature
harmoniously.
However, not all natural wonders are in such a good state. Take the Dead Sea for
example. It's not really a sea but a 7 . It used to be very large and beautiful, but
now it's facing a big problem. People take too much water from the rivers that flow
into it, and its water level is going down. If this continues, it may 8 within the
next 100 years.
Another example is the rainforest in Madagascar. It's the home of many plants and
animals. But people are cutting down the trees for 9 and to make space for
farming. This is making the rainforest disappear. We should know that these natural
wonders are crying for help. We need to do something to protect them.
We should 10 that nature is a precious gift. We can start from small things, like
reducing waste and saving water. Let's work together to make sure that these amazing
natural wonders will always be there for us and for future generations to enjoy.
1. A. plain B. plateau C. valley D. mountain
2. A. clouds B. birds C. kites D. balloons
3. A. darkly B. brightly C. weakly D. softly
4. A. soil B. sand C. water D. stone
5. A. white B. blue C. green D. yellow
6. A. connecting B. competing C. comparing D. contrasting
7. A. river B. lake C. ocean D. pond
8. A. dry up B. fill up C. warm up D. cool down
9. A. food B. fun C. wood D. space
10. A. forget B. remember C. ignore D. destroy
三、阅读理解
（一）
The Amazon Rainforest is one of the most amazing natural wonders in the world. It is
located in South America and covers a large area.
The rainforest is home to countless species of plants and animals. Many of these species
are not found anywhere else on Earth. The plants in the Amazon Rainforest are very
diverse. There are tall trees that form a dense canopy, and underneath there are smaller
plants and bushes.
The animals in the rainforest are also very special. There are monkeys, jaguars, snakes,
and many kinds of birds. These animals have adapted to the unique environment of the
rainforest.
However, the Amazon Rainforest is facing serious threats. People are cutting down trees
for timber and to clear land for farming and cattle ranching. This is destroying the
habitats of many animals and plants. In addition, the illegal hunting of animals is also aproblem.
We must take action to protect the Amazon Rainforest. We can support conservation
organizations and encourage people to use sustainable products. If we don't act now,
this precious natural wonder may disappear forever.
1. Where is the Amazon Rainforest located?
A. In Africa.
B. In Asia.
C. In South America.
D. In North America.
2. Why is the Amazon Rainforest important?
A. Because it has a lot of tall trees.
B. Because it is home to many unique species of plants and animals.
C. Because it is a good place for farming.
D. Because it is a tourist attraction.
3. What are the threats to the Amazon Rainforest?
A. Only cutting down trees.
B. Only illegal hunting.
C. Cutting down trees and illegal hunting.
D. Climate change.
4. What can we do to protect the Amazon Rainforest?
A. Cut down more trees.
B. Hunt more animals.
C. Support conservation organizations and use sustainable products.
D. Ignore the problem.
（二）
Mount Everest is the highest mountain in the world. It is located in the Himalayas on
the border between Nepal and China.
Climbing Mount Everest is a great challenge for many mountaineers. The weather
conditions on the mountain are extremely harsh. There are strong winds, low
temperatures, and thin air.
However, despite the difficulties, many people still attempt to climb it. They are
attracted by the beauty and the sense of achievement that comes with reaching the
summit.
In recent years, the number of climbers has increased. This has led to some problems,
such as overcrowding on the mountain and environmental pollution. Some climbers leave
their trash on the mountain, which is harmful to the environment.
We should respect nature and protect the environment when climbing Mount Everest.
We should also follow the rules and regulations set by the authorities. Only in this way
can we ensure the sustainable development of mountaineering activities and protect thismagnificent natural wonder.
5. Where is Mount Everest located?
A. In Nepal only.
B. In China only.
C. On the border between Nepal and China.
D. In India.
6. Why do people climb Mount Everest?
A. Because it is easy.
B. Because they want to challenge themselves and experience the sense of achievement.
C. Because they don't like other mountains.
D. Because they want to make money.
7. What are the problems caused by the increasing number of climbers?
A. Only overcrowding.
B. Only environmental pollution.
C. Overcrowding and environmental pollution.
D. Climate change.
8. What should we do when climbing Mount Everest?
A. Leave trash on the mountain.
B. Ignore the rules and regulations.
C. Respect nature and protect the environment and follow the rules.
D. Climb without permission.
（三）
The Grand Canyon is a famous natural wonder in the United States. It is a huge canyon
that was formed by the Colorado River over millions of years.
The canyon is very deep and wide. It is a great place for sightseeing. You can see
different layers of rocks that tell the story of the Earth's history. The colors of the rocks
are also very beautiful, especially at sunrise and sunset.
There are many activities that you can do at the Grand Canyon. You can go hiking along
the trails, take a helicopter tour to see the whole canyon from above, or go rafting on
the Colorado River.
However, like many other natural wonders, the Grand Canyon is also facing some
threats. The increasing number of tourists is putting pressure on the environment. There
is also the problem of pollution from human activities.
We should take measures to protect the Grand Canyon. We can start by reducing our
waste and following the park's regulations. We should also encourage others to do the
same. Only in this way can we preserve this amazing natural wonder for future
generations.
9. How was the Grand Canyon formed?A. By an earthquake.
B. By a volcano eruption.
C. By the Colorado River over millions of years.
D. By human activities.
10. What can you see at the Grand Canyon?
A. Only deep valleys.
B. Different layers of rocks and beautiful colors.
C. Only a big river.
D. Tall mountains.
11. What activities can you do at the Grand Canyon?
A. Only hiking.
B. Hiking, helicopter tour, and rafting.
C. Only rafting.
D. Only taking pictures.
12. What are the threats to the Grand Canyon?
A. Only the increasing number of tourists.
B. Only pollution from human activities.
C. The increasing number of tourists and pollution from human activities.
D. Climate change.
13. How can we protect the Grand Canyon?
A. By increasing the number of tourists.
B. By leaving more trash.
C. By reducing waste and following park regulations and encouraging others to do the
same.
D. By building more hotels and restaurants near it.
14. What makes the Grand Canyon a great place for sightseeing?
A. Its deep and wide shape.
B. The different layers of rocks and beautiful colors.
C. The various activities available.
D. All of the above.
15. Why is it important to protect the Grand Canyon?
A. Because it is a source of income for the local area.
B. Because it is a place for people to have fun.
C. Because it is a precious natural wonder that tells the story of the Earth's history and
should be preserved for future generations.
D. Because it is famous.
四、词汇运用（一）根据首字母或汉语提示完成单词
1. The grassland is very v____ for animals to live on.（valuable）
2. The l____ in the park are very beautiful in autumn.（leaves）
3. We should s____ water because it is a precious resource.（save）
4. The color of the sunset is very r____.（red）
5. The mountains in the distance are c____ with snow.（covered）
6. The river is the b____ of the two villages.（boundary）
7. The air in the forest is very f____.（fresh）
8. The flowers in the garden are very c____.（colorful）
9. The natural park is a good place to e____ nature.（enjoy）
10. The lake is very d____, you can see the bottom clearly.（deep）
（二）用所给单词的适当形式填空
1. The mountain is much ____ (high) than that one.
2. There are many ____ (difference) kinds of plants in the forest.
3. The sunset is one of the most ____ (beauty) sights I have ever seen.
4. The park is a good place for people ____ (relax).
5. We should protect the environment and make it ____ (good).
五、书面表达
题目：A Natural Wonder I Have Visited
要求：1. 语言表达准确，语意通顺、连贯；
2. 书写工整、规范；
3. 根据所给题目，写一篇不少于 80 词的短文，介绍你曾经参观过的一处自然奇观，包括
它的位置、特点以及你的感受。
