2022年牛津译林版英语江苏常州中考六选四练习二 （含答案）

2021-2022学年牛津译林版江苏常州中考六选四练习二
（一）
There are many different types of birthday cards to choose from, but it matters a lot to send a card that the receiver will enjoy. It is a great way to know about his or her special day, especially if you cannot be there to help celebrate it in person. Even if you can't afford a present, a card can actually be a gift in itself. (1) ______
The most common birthday cards are the traditional paper birthday cards. Some come already written with wishes in them. Others are blank (空白的) so the senders can write his or her own message. There are different kinds of cards from being very simple to very wonderful and the prices can vary depending on the card choice.
(2) _______ In this case, you would send the person a belated(迟到的) birthday card. If you need to send one, in addition to the typical birthday wishes, there should be a note explaining how sorry you are for the delay.
If you need to send birthday cards quickly, you can send e-cards. Not only can they reach the receivers within minutes, but also they are an environmentally friendly choice compared to sending paper cards. (3) _______ Most importantly, most of them are free.
Another type of birthday card to consider giving is one that made of paper, but is musical, A sound chip is placed inside the card so that when the receiver opens it, the card plays the music. (4) ______ Some can play a variety of songs including those from popular singers. A similar card to the musical birthday card is one where the sender can record his or her own voice message to the receiver.
A. There are many sites devoted to sending e-cards.
B. There are many types on the market that are suitable for every person you can think of.
C. Sometimes, people just forget to send birthday cards.
D. You can have the chance to perfect it before sending it out.
E. Some birthday cards play the typical Happy Birthday song.
F. Instead of getting handwritten greetings, they can hear the person's actual voice.
（二）
Do you often listen to music at loud volumes You should know that this habit is bad for your hearing, according to the World Health Organization (WHO),
Over 1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss due to listening to loud noises for long periods of time, WHO said. (1) _____
The United Nations has standards for safe listening. It is not safe to listen to sounds that are louder than 85 decibels (dB, 分贝) for eight hours or 100 dB for 15 minutes. The sound of a busy road is about 85 dB and the sound of a rock concert can be about 100 dB.
(2) ______ Most of us are born with about 16,000 hair cells (听毛细胞) in our inner ears. These cells detect sounds. However, listening to loud noises for a long time can make these cells work too hard and cause some of them to die. This is what causes hearing loss.
Some people might think that their music isn't all that loud. (3) ______ For example, if you are in a noisy place like the subway, you might turn up your music too loud without realizing it. Later, when you listen to it at the same volume in a quiet place, it may sound uncomfortably loud.
WHO said the "safe level" for most sound is below 80 decibels for up to 40 hours a week. (4) ______
A. Listening to music or watching a TV show at loud volumes can harm your hearing.
B. But this can depend on where you are.
C. Loud noises are harmful to the inner ear.
D. There are different ways to protect your hearing.
E. A level of 80 decibels is roughly equal to the noise of a subway.
F. Young people are more sensitive to different sounds than elder people.
（三）
Ways to make a great first impression(印象)
You've heard it a million times already, but it really does take but a few seconds to make that all-important first impression. Here are some easy ways for you to impress your classmates or teachers.
(1) _______
Before you shake hands with somebody, make sure that your hands are clean. The handshake should not be too strong or too weak. Most people use their right hands, unless they have a reason to use the left. (2) ______
Be on time
When you meet someone for the first time, arriving on time is as important as breathing. You may have an excuse, but that will leave the person who hardly knows you with a bad impression. (3) ______ It's better to hang around the place than be stuck in traffic.
Introduce yourself and ask about the names
Make sure you properly introduce yourself. Ask about their names in a polite way. (4) _______ This will increase the chances of their remembering your name in the future. Always remember to stand up when greeting someone and be sure to introduce them to anyone you're with.
Make good conversation
To get the most out of your discussion, try to find something in common between the two of you. A person will feel more comfortable with someone he can relate to.
A. Use body language
B. Have a proper handshake
C. Repeat the names and use them later in conversation
D. As a general rule, plan to arrive about 30 minutes early
E. You'll be in serious trouble if you leave them with a bad impression
F. However, don't have your left hand in your pocket because this appears impolite
（四）
Do you ever wish you could change something about your body If so, you're not alone. (1) ______ But when you get stuck on what you don't like, it can really bring down your self-esteem(自尊). So, do you want to look and feel your best Here are some ways:
Accept your body
Nobody's perfect. Everybody wants to be liked and accepted just as they are. Don't body-shame yourself. When you say something negative(否定的) about your own body, it hurts your self-esteem. (2) ______ It hurts just as much as if someone else said it. Be kind and respect yourself.
Like your body
Find things to like about your looks. Maybe you like your hair, face, or hands. What about your shape shoulders or legs Your eyes smile Tell yourself what you like and why. (3) ______ Accept those things and let yourself feel good.
Take care of your body
Eat healthy foods. Learn what foods are good for you, and how much is the right amount. Eating right helps you look your best. When you treat your body right, you feel good about yourself.
(4) _____ Your body needs to move to be strong, fit and healthy. You can be active by playing a sport. You can run, walk, swim or dance. Pick activities you like and have fun.
Keep to a healthy weight. Having a healthy weight helps you feel good about your body. But don' try to diet on your own. Always talk to your parents or doctor first. Your doctor may suggest ways you can stay at a weight proper for you.
A. Be active every day.
B. Meet your body's needs.
C. Many people feel unsatisfied with some part of their looks.
D. It is true whether you say it out loud or think it to yourself.
E. If you get stuck, think of what your good friends like about your appearance.
F. Rather than waste time wishing you were prettier, pay attention to what you can change.
（五）
Have you ever felt a sudden feeling of joy because you heard a favorite song playing Then you know that music can have a strong effect on your moods. (1) ______ "It can help get you out of a bad mood or stay in a good one, " says Alicia Ann Clair, professor at the University of Kansas.
(2) ______ To cheer up, listen to Latin music or anything with a strong beat or a fast speed. Loud and fast music can fill you with energy. On the other hand, when you want to relax after a busy day, music with a slower speed can calm you down.
"Listen to calming music before you start any stressful activity," advises Dr Clair. "Once you're in a good state of mind, it's easier to keep it." You can also lower stress at work with music by playing relaxing tunes. (3) ______ "If you listen to them all day long, you'll stop noticing them," Dr Clair explains. "Then the music won't have any effect."
(4) ______ "To feel energetic, start with something relaxing and then gradually increase the speed and beat," says Dr Clair. For example, first play some nice slow love songs, and then listen to something more energetic. When you want to calm down after a busy week at work, just do the opposite.
A. Music can also help you relax and feel active.
B. Try to take advantage of this power of music.
C. But only play them when you really need them.
D. There are different kinds of music around the world.
E. Play your favorite song, but only if it is one that can lift your spirits.
F. You can change your mood by changing from one kind of music to another.
（六）
How to Trick or Treat
The jack-o-lanterns are carved, your costume is all picked out, and the sun is just starting to set on Halloween night. (1) ______ With a few simple tips, you can have a safe and successful trick-or-treat experience.
Start trick-or-treat at around 6:00 or 6:30 pm. You'll probably want to start trick-or-treat as soon as you get home from school, but be patient! Have a good dinner to fuel you up for the night, and wait until the sun starts to get a little lower before you head out. (2) _____
Wear or make a costume that you can move in easily. When you are deciding what to dress up as, choose a costume that doesn't drag on the ground. Make sure your shoes are comfortable. too -you'll be walking around in them all night! (3) ______ Go with face paint instead!
Knock on the door or ring the doorbell. If no one answers your knock after a minute or so, you can try one more time. If no one answers after that, just go on to the next house. It might feel a little disappointing, but you'll save time and get more candy if you move on fast.
(4) ______ After you've gotten your candy, look up and say "Thank you! Happy Halloween!" This shows that you're polite and appreciative, and is especially important if you decide to come back next year. They might remember you and give you an extra piece!
A. Go in a group with two or more friends.
B. Skip it and go on to the next one instead.
C. Now it's time for the best part: trick or treat!
D. Aiming to leave by 6:00 or 6:30 pm is a good goal.
E. Thank them and wish them a happy Halloween.
F. Avoid wearing masks, as well, which can make it hard to see.
（七）
Many of us make it our New Year decision to get more active - but you don't have to spend a fortune in gyms. (1) ______ But by changing that plan for these following ideas, you can increase your activity and bank balance.
Run it. Going for a jog costs nothing and is one of the easiest ways to build up your body. If running seems like a task, why not try an App to add to pleasure I love RockMyRun. It understands your personal pace and then matches your music's beat to it. (2) ______
Follow fitness influencers(网红). Instagram is full of fitness influencers competing for likes and followers. They often post free short videos showing how some exercises are done. (3) ______ It will save your fees for guidance from a personal trainer, which costs on average ? 30 to 65 an hour.
Weight to go. (4) _____ You can use them to increase your resistance(抵抗) training - zero gym
required. Tins of beans or tomatoes can be used as smaller weights, while 2-litre drink bottles offer heavier resistance.
Great various workouts. It may be slightly cold, but there are hundreds of nonprofit community outdoor gyms across the country. With everything from cross-trainers to leg presses, they cater for various training workouts. Find your nearest outdoor gym at Tgogc.com.
A. Free outdoor gyms.
B. Make the most of their efforts by repeating these at home, or in the gym.
C. It is free to download on Android and iOS.
D. Generally, gyms cost on average ? 40.53 a month.
E. Heavy kitchen items can be used as hand weightlifting equipment.
F. It is necessary for most people to invest in some hand-held weights.
（八）
There you are in your favorite clothing store. You don't really need to buy anything, but everything is so cheap and fashionable! Before you know it, you leave the store with bags and bags of new clothes.
On the surface, this doesn't seem so bad. However, there are a lot of hidden costs behind the low price put forward by fast fashion brands. (1) ______ Not only does it use up a lot of resources, but it also heavily pollutes the environment with chemicals, micro-plastics and unwanted waste.
Fashion is one of the least sustainable(可持续发展的) industries on the planet, commented Michael Stanley-Jones, an officer with the United Nations Environment Program. (2) ______ Actually, it doesn't just take up space in our houses, though. It also ends up in landfills(垃圾填埋场), too.
(3) _____ People are increasingly examining their own consumption and what changes they can make to become sustainable, Jane Feller, founder of sustainable fashion company Loopster, told The Guardian.
In particular, with its typically lower prices and rare fashion finds, shopping secondhand has become an increasingly popular and eco-friendly choice. Research shows the secondhand market is expected to reach $80 billion by 2029. And, although fast fashion will continue to grow 20 percent over the next 10 years, secondhand fashion is expected to grow an unbelievable 185 percent in that same amount of time. (4) ______
"The only true sustainable way to shop is to not shop at all," Racel Kibbe, a brand adviser for ensuring sustainability in fashion, told Insider, "Unless you're buying clothes that ALREADY exist.
A. However, thankfully, the fashion trend is changing.
B. To tell the truth, the fashion industry is terrible for the planet.
C. The secondhand market is facing quite a few significant challenges.
D. In fact, they've developed some marketing strategies to increase sales.
E. Feller added, "Secondhand becomes more socially acceptable and, for some, cool."
F. "We're our own waste managers, storing fashion waste in our house," he noted.
（一）BCAE
（二）ACBE
（三）BFDC
（四）CDEA
（五）BACF
（六）CDFE
（七）DCBE
（八）BFAE