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Unit3. Make it happen
A
Throughout history, several inventions have transformed the way people live,
work, and communicate. One of the most impactful inventions is the light bulb,
created by Thomas Edison in 1879. Before its invention, people relied on candles and
gas lamps, but the light bulb brought safe and convenient indoor lighting to homes
and workplaces.
Another significant invention is the telephone, patented by Alexander Graham
Bell in 1876. It revolutionized communication by allowing people to talk to each
other over long distances instantly. This invention laid the foundation for modern
communication technologies.
The invention of computers in the 20th century also changed the world.
Computers process information at incredible speeds, making tasks like calculations,
data storage, and research much easier. Later, the internet connected these computers
globally, enabling instant information sharing and communication. These inventions
remind us of human creativity and the power of technology to improve lives.
1.What did people mainly use for indoor lighting before the light bulb was
invented
A. Electric lights B. Candles and gas lamps
C. Flashlights D. Solar lights
2.Who patented the telephone
A. Thomas Edison B. Alexander Graham Bell
C. Isaac Newton D. Albert Einstein
3.What is a major advantage of computers
A. They can fly.
B. They process information slowly.
C. They make calculations and data storage easier.
D. They are only used for games.
4.What does the passage mainly talk about
A. Famous scientists in history B. The importance of electricity
C. Great inventions that changed the world D. How to use modern technology
B
Before the zipper, people used buttons, hooks, and laces to close their clothes
and bags. These methods were often time-consuming and inconvenient. In 1893,
American inventor Whitcomb Judson changed this situation with his “clasp locker,”
the early version of the zipper.
Judson’s original design had metal teeth that could be fastened together by hand.
Although it was not perfect at first—it sometimes got stuck or came apart
easily—later improvements made it more reliable. In 1913, Swedish-American
engineer Gideon Sundback redesigned the zipper, creating the modern interlocking
teeth we use today.
Today, zippers are everywhere. They appear on clothing, backpacks, shoes, and
even tents. Thanks to this simple yet brilliant invention, people can quickly open and
close items, making daily life more convenient. The zipper truly shows how small
ideas can have a big impact on the world.
1.What did people mainly use to close their clothes before the zipper was invented
A. Magnets B. Buttons, hooks, and laces
C. Glue D. Tape
2.Who first invented the early version of the zipper
A. Gideon Sundback B. Thomas Edison
C. Whitcomb Judson D. Alexander Graham Bell
3.What was a problem with Judson’s original zipper design
A. It was too long.
B. It was too expensive.
C. It sometimes got stuck or came apart easily.
D. It could only be used on bags.
4.What does the passage mainly tell us
A. How to repair a broken zipper
B. The history and importance of the zipper
C. Different types of zippers
D. Why people prefer buttons to zippers
C
Teenagers around the world are using creativity to solve everyday problems.
Take 15-year-old Emma, for example. She noticed that her grandparents had trouble
holding small objects, so she created a 3D-printed handle that makes gripping easier.
Another student, Jake, invented a smart trash bin. It uses sensors to sort waste
automatically, helping reduce pollution.
These young inventors don't need fancy labs. They use simple tools and
knowledge from school. Many start by observing problems in daily life and then think
of solutions. Some even join invention competitions to share their ideas. Their
inventions show that age doesn't matter when it comes to making a difference. With
imagination and effort, teenagers can create useful things that improve people’s lives.
1.Why did Emma create the 3D-printed handle
A. To win a competition B. To help her grandparents
C. To make more money D. To practice 3D printing
2.What does Jake’s smart trash bin do
A. It plays music. B. It cooks food.
C. It sorts waste automatically. D. It cleans the floor.
3. According to the passage, what do young inventors mainly use to create
A. Expensive machines B. Simple tools and school knowledge
C. Secret materials D. Special magic
4.What is the main idea of the passage
A. How to join invention competitions
B. Famous adult inventors in history
C. Teenagers’ daily life problems
D. Teenagers’ inventions and their influence on life
D
Have you ever seen a small robot rolling down the street carrying food Robot
food delivery is becoming more popular in many cities. These robots are like moving
delivery boxes on wheels. They can travel on sidewalks and even use elevators to
reach customers’ doors.
The main reason for using robots is efficiency. Unlike human delivery workers,
robots can work 24 hours a day without getting tired. They also reduce the risk of
traffic accidents during rush hours. With built-in GPS and sensors, robots can find the
fastest way to deliver food.
However, robot delivery has challenges. Sometimes, they may get stuck on
uneven roads or have trouble recognizing obstacles. People are also worried about
privacy and safety. Despite these problems, experts believe robot delivery will keep
improving. It’s a new way of bringing food to people, making life more convenient.
1.Why are robots used for food delivery
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2.What problems do robot delivery face
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3.How do you think robot food delivery will change in the future
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答案與解析
A 篇
1. B. 解析 :文中明確提到“Before its invention, people relied on candles and gas
lamps”，這里的“its”指代的是電燈泡，說明在電燈泡發明之前，人們主要依靠蠟
燭和煤氣燈進行室內照明，所以選 B。
2. B. 解析 :從文中 “Another significant invention is the telephone, patented by
Alexander Graham Bell in 1876”可知，電話是由亞歷山大·格拉漢姆·貝爾獲得專利
的，所以答案是 B。
3. C. 解析:根據文中“Computers process information at incredible speeds, making
tasks like calculations, data storage, and research much easier”，計算機能以驚人的速
度處理信息，使計算、數據存儲和研究等任務變得更加容易，C選項符合文意；
計算機不能飛行，A錯誤；計算機處理信息速度快，B錯誤；計算機用途廣泛，
不只是用于游戲，D錯誤，所以選 C。
4. C. 解析:文章開篇指出歷史上有一些發明改變了人們的生活、工作和交流方式，
接著分別介紹了電燈泡、電話和計算機這些偉大發明及其對世界產生的影響，所
以文章主要講的是改變世界的偉大發明，C選項正確；文章重點不是介紹著名科
學家，A錯誤；文章未重點闡述電的重要性，B錯誤；文章也沒有講解如何使用
現代技術，D錯誤。
B 篇
1. B. 解析：文中第一句“Before the zipper, people used buttons, hooks, and laces to
close their clothes and bags”明確表明，在拉鏈發明之前，人們主要使用紐扣、鉤
子和鞋帶系緊衣物，所以選 B。
2. C. 解析：從文中“In 1893, American inventor Whitcomb Judson changed this
situation with his ‘clasp locker,’ the early version of the zipper”可知，是 Whitcomb
Judson首先發明了拉鏈的早期版本，所以答案是 C。
3. C. 解析：依據文中“Although it was not perfect at first—it sometimes got stuck or
came apart easily”，Judson最初設計的拉鏈并不完美，它有時會卡住或者很容易
散開，C選項符合文意，A、B、D選項文中均未提及，所以選 C。
4. B. 解析：文章先介紹了在拉鏈發明之前人們系緊衣物的方式，接著講述了拉
鏈從 1893年被Whitcomb Judson發明，到 1913 年被 Gideon Sundback重新設計
的歷史過程，還說明了如今拉鏈的廣泛應用以及給人們生活帶來的便利，整體闡
述了拉鏈的歷史和重要性，B選項正確；文章未提及如何修理壞掉的拉鏈，A錯
誤；沒有介紹不同類型的拉鏈，C錯誤；文中也沒有比較人們更喜歡紐扣而非拉
鏈的原因，D錯誤。
C 篇
1. B. 解析：文中提到“She noticed that her grandparents had trouble holding small
objects, so she created a 3D-printed handle that makes gripping easier”，可知 Emma
制作 3D打印把手是為了幫助她的祖父母更輕松地抓握小物品，所以選 B。
2. C. 解析：根據“Another student, Jake, invented a smart trash bin. It uses sensors to
sort waste automatically, helping reduce pollution”，Jake發明的智能垃圾桶能利用
傳感器自動分類垃圾，所以選 C。
3. B. 解析：從文中“These young inventors don't need fancy labs. They use simple
tools and knowledge from school”可知，年輕發明家主要使用簡單的工具和從學
校學到的知識進行創造，所以答案是 B。
4. D. 解析：文章開篇指出世界各地的青少年用創造力解決日常問題，接著通過
Emma和 Jake 的發明實例，以及說明青少年發明的方式，最后強調青少年的發
明表明年齡不影響做出改變，這些發明能改善人們的生活。整體圍繞青少年的發
明及其對生活的影響展開，所以選 D；文章沒有重點講如何參加發明比賽，A錯
誤；文章說的是青少年發明家，不是著名的成年發明家，B錯誤；文章重點不是
青少年的日常生活問題，C錯誤。
D篇
1. The main reason for using robots is efficiency. 解析：文章第二段明確闡述了使用
機器人送餐的原因，直接提取關鍵語句即可。
2. Sometimes, they may get stuck on uneven roads or have trouble recognizing
obstacles. People are also worried about privacy and safety.
解析：從文章第三段“However, robot delivery has challenges.”后的內容可知，機器
人送餐面臨的問題包括在不平整道路上被困、難以識別障礙物，以及人們對隱私
和安全方面的擔憂，提取相關信息作答。
3. I think in the future, robot food delivery will become more intelligent. /They will be
able to better handle various complex road conditions and accurately recognize
obstacles./More advanced technologies will be used to ensure privacy and safety,
making people more trust and accept this delivery method. 解析：此題為開放性問題，
可結合文章中提到的機器人送餐的現狀及問題，從提高機器人性能、解決隱私安
全問題等方面進行合理推測作答 。

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