人教新目标2022年中考英语总复习八年级-九年级课文阅读试题（word版无答案）

初三总复习资料（课文阅读）
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Monday，July 15th
I arrived in Penang in Malaysia this morning with my family.It was sunny and hot，so we decided __1___ to the beach near our hotel.My sister and I tried paragliding. I felt like I __2____ a bird. It was so exciting！For lunch，we had something very special Malaysian yellow noodles.They were delicious！In the afternoon，we rode bicycles to Georgetown.There are __3_____new buildings now，but many of the old buildings are still there.In Weld Quay，a really old place in Georgetown，we saw the houses of the Chinese traders from 100 years ago. I wonder what life was like here in the past. I really enjoyed__4____ around the town.
Tuesday，July 16th
What a ___5_____ a day makes！My father and I decided to go to Penang Hill today.We wanted to walk up to the top，but then it started raining a little ___6__we decided to take the train.We waited over an hour for the train because there were___7___ people.When we got to the top，it was raining really hard.We didn't have___8___so we were wet and cold.It was terrible！And ___9___ the bad weather，we couldn't see___10____ below.My father didn't bring enough money，so we only had one bowl of fish and rice.I was so hungry！But it tasted great！,
( ) 1. A. go B. to go C. going
( ) 2. A. was B. am C. were
( ) 3. A. a few B. a lots of C. lots of
( ) 4. A. to walk B. walking C. walk
( ) 5. A. different B. differents C. difference
( ) 6. A. but B. of C. so
( ) 7. A. too much B. too many C. much too
( ) 8. A. a umbrella B. a bag C. an umbrella
( ) 9. A. thinks to B. because of C. as for
( ) 10. A. something B. anything C. nothing
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What Do No.5 High School Students Do in Their Free Time
Last month we asked our students about their free time activities. Ourquestions were about exercise，use of the Internet and watching TV.Here are the results.
We found that only fifteen percent of our students exercise every day.Forty five percent exercise four to six times a week.Twenty percent exercise only one to three times a week. And twenty percent do not exercise at all!
We all know that many students often go online，but we were surprised that ninety percent of them use the Internet every day. The other ten percent use it at least three or four times a week. Most students use it for fun and not for homework.
The answers to our questions about watching television were also interesting. Only two percent of the students watch TV one to three times a week.Thirteen percent watch TV four to six times a week. And eightyfive percent watch TV every day！Although many students like to watch sports，game shows are the most popular.
It is good to relax by using the Internet or watching game shows，but we think the best way to relax is through exercise.It is healthy for the mind and the body. Exercise such as playing sports is fun，and you can spend time with your friends and family as you play together. And remember，“old habits die hard”．So start exercising before it's too late！
How many question were there What were they about
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How many students do not exercise at all
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How often do most students watch TV
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Do you think the students at No.5 are healthy
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Jeff Green
My mother told me a good friend is like a mirror.I'm quieter and more serious than most kids. That's why I like reading books and studying harder in class.My best friend Yuan Li is quiet too, so we enjoy studying together. I'm shy so it's not easy for me to make friends. But I think friends are like books—you don't need a lot of them as long as they're good.
Huang Lei
It's not necessary to be the same. My best friend Larry is quite different from me.He is taller and more outgoing than me.We both like sports, but he plays tennis better，so he always wins. I'm getting better，though.As Larry often says，“My best friend helps to bring out the best in me.” However， Larry is much less hard working，so I always get better grades. Maybe I should help him more.
Mary Smith
I don't really care if my friends are the same as me or different. My favorite saying is，“A true friend reaches for your hand and touches your heart.” My best friend Carol is really kind and very funny. In fact，she's funnier than anyone I know. I broke my arm last year but she made me laugh and feel better. We can talk about and share everything. I know she cares about me because she's always there to listen. 正确的写T，错误的写F
Jeff is less serious than most kids. ( )
Jeff and Yuan Li are both quiet. ( )
Jeff thinks it is easy for him to make friends. ( )
Huang Lei is taller than Larry. ( )
Larry works harder than Huang Lei. ( )
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Who's Got Talent
Everyone is good at something，but some people are truly talented.It's always interesting to watch other people show their talents.1.才艺表演正变得越来越受欢迎First，there were shows like American Idol and America's Got Talent.Now，there are similar shows around the world，such as China's Got Talent.
2所有这些表演都有一个共同点：They try to look for the best singers，the most talented dancers，the most exciting magicians，the funniest actors and so on.All kinds of people join these shows. But who can play the piano the best or sing the most beautifully？3那由你决定.When people watch the show，they usually play a role in deciding the winner.And the winner always gets a very good prize.
However，4不是每个人都喜欢看这些表演Some think that the lives of the performers are made up. For example，people who say they are poor farmers are in fact just actors. But if you don't take these shows too seriously，they are fun to watch. And one great thing about them is that 5他们给人们一个实现他们梦想的方法。
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When people say “culture”，we think of art and history.But one very famous symbol in American culture is a cartoon.We all know and love the black mouse with two large round ears—Mickey Mouse.Over 80 years ago，he first appeared in the cartoon Steamboat Willie.When this cartoon came out in New York on November 18,1928，it was the first cartoon with sound and music.The man behind Mickey was Walt Disney. He became very rich and successful.In the 1930s，he made 87 cartoons with Mickey.
Some people might ask how this cartoon animal became so popular.One of the main reasons is that Mickey was like a common man，but he always tried to face any danger. In his early films，Mickey was unlucky and had many problems such as losing his house or girlfriend，Minnie. However，he was always ready to try his best.People went to the cinema to see the “little man” win.Most of them wanted to be like Mickey.
On November 18,1978，Mickey became the first cartoon character to have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.People today expect to see more than just a little mouse fighting bad guys，but many still know who he is.Who has a pair of ears more famous than Mickey's？
Culture
In America One symbol culture is__1________
Mickey mouse The black mouse with___2______
First appeared Over __3______years ago
One of the main reasons He always tried to ____4_____
Today’s cartoons They are usually __5______ as little Mickey mouse
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Do you know what a resolution is？It's a kind of promise. Most of the time，we make promises to other people.(“Mom，I promise I'm going to tidy my room when I get back from school.”)However，promises you make to yourself are resolutions，and the most common kind is New Year's resolutions.The start of the year is often a time for making resolutions. When we make resolutions at the beginning of the year，we hope that we are going to improve our lives. Some people write down their resolutions and plans for the coming year.This helps them to remember their resolutions.How about you—will you make any next year
There are different kinds of resolutions.Some are about physical health.For example，some people promise themselves they are going to start an exercise program or eat less fast food. Many resolutions have to do with self improvement.These are about making yourself a better person. Some people might say they are going to take up a hobby like painting or taking photos，or learn to play the guitar.Some resolutions have to do with better planning，like making a weekly plan for schoolwork.For example，a student may have to find more time to study.
Although there are differences, most resolutions have one thing in common.People hardly ever keep them! There are good reasons for this.Sometimes the resolutions may be too difficult to keep.Sometimes people just forget about them.For this reason, some people say the best resolution is to have no resolutions！Others tell their family and friends about their wishes and plans.
( ) What is a resolution
It’s a kind of suggestion
It’s a kind of congratulation.
It’s a kind of promise.
( ) Which one is NOT TRUE
There are different kinds of resolution.
Most resolutions have one thing in common
People can keep their resolutions easily.
( ) What resolution is the most common kind
A. Mid-Autumn Festival’s B. New Year’s resolutions C. Dragon Boat’s resolutions
( ) Some people say the best resolution is to have no resolutions! Why
Many resolutions have to do with self-improvement.
Most of the time, we make promises to other people.
Sometimes people just forget about them.
( ) Where can you probably read this passage
A story book B. A magazine C. a piece of news
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In most countries，people usually eat traditional food on special holidays.A special day in the United States is Thanksgiving.There are many reasons for this special day.For some people，it is a time to give thanks for food in the autumn.So it is always on the fourth Thursday in November in the United States.At this time，people also remember the first travelers from England who came to live in America about 500 years ago. These travelers had a long，hard winter，and many of them died.In the next autumn，they gave thanks for life and food in their new home. These days，most Americans still celebrate this idea of giving thanks by having a big meal at home with their family.The main dish of this meal is almost always turkey，a large bird.
Making a turkey dinner
Here is one way to make turkey for a Thanksgiving dinner.
First，mix together some bread pieces，onions，salt and pepper.
Next，fill the turkey with this bread mix.
Then，put the turkey in a hot oven and cook it for a few hours.
When it is ready，place the turkey on a large plate and cover it with gravy.
Finally, cut the turkey into thin pieces and eat the meat with vegetables like carrots and potatoes.
What is the special day in the United States in the passage
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Is it on the third Thursday in November
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How do most Americans celebrate the idea of giving thanks these days
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Do You Think You Will Have Your Own Robot
When we watch movies about the future, we sometimes see robots.They are usually just like human servants. They help__1___the housework and do jobs like working in dirty or dangerous places.
Today there are already robots ___2___in factories. For example，they can help to build cars，and they do simple jobs over and over again.Fewer people will do such jobs in the future____3___they are boring，but robots will never get __4___.
Some scientists believe that___5___more robots in the future. However，they agree it may take___6___years.Scientists are now trying to make robots look like humans and do the same things as us.Some robots in Japan can even walk and dance.These kinds of robots are fun to watch.
But scientist James White thinks that it will be difficult for a robot to do the same things___7___ a person. For example，it's easy for children to wake up and know where they are. Mr.White thinks that robots won't be able to do this, but some scientists disagree. They think that robots will even be able to talk like humans in 25 to 50 years.
New robots will have many different shapes.Some will look like humans，and others might look like snakes.
If buildings fall down with people inside, snake robots will be able to help ___8____ people under the buildings. That may not seem possible now，____9___computers and rockets seemed impossible 100 years ago.We never know what will happen _____10____！
( ) 1. A. to B. with C. for
( ) 2. A. work B. works C. working
( ) 3. A. so B. because C. because of
( ) 4. A. boring B. bored C. happy
( ) 5. A. there will be B. will there be C. there be will
( ) 6. A. a hundreds B. hundred of C. hundreds of
( ) 7. A. as B. from C. in
( ) 8. A. look up B. look at C. look for
( ) 9. A. and B. so C. but
( ) 10. A. in the future B. in future C. future
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Hi David,
What a great idea! I really like Ms. Steen a lot. She helped me to improve my
English so much.I'm sad to see her go, and this party is the best way to say
"Thank you and goodbye." I can help to buy some of the food and drinks. I
can also help to bring Ms. Steen to the party. I already have a great idea about
how to do that. He Wei
Hi David,
Thanks so much for planning this. I'd love to come to the party, but I'm not
available. My family is taking a trip to Wuhan at the end of this month to visit
my aunt and uncle. However, I'd still be glad to help out with any of the party
preparations,like planning the games. Let me know if you need my help.
Jake
Dear classmates,
As I'm sure you know by now, our favorite teacher, Ms. Steen, is leaving
soon to go back to the US.We're very sad that she's leaving because she is a
fun teacher. To show how much we're going to miss her, let's have a surprise
party for her next Friday the 28th!
Can you come to the party If so, can you help with any of these things
Please tell me by this Friday.
1) Buy food and drinks. 2) Think of games to play.
3) Prepare things we need for the games (glue, paper, pens,…)
4) Bring Ms.Steen to the party without telling her so that she can be surprised.
I look forward to hearing from you all.
1. Who will bring Ms. Steen to the party
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2. When is the party
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3. Where is Jake going
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4. Is the party for Mr. Steen
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5. What kind of party is it
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Students these days often have a lot of worries Sometimes they have problems with their schoolwork, and sometimes with their friends. What can they do about this Same people believe the worst thing is to do nothing. Laura Mills, a teenager from London,agrees. “Problems and worries are normal in life,” says Laura. “But I think talking to someone helps a lot. Unless we talk to someone, we'll certainly feel worse.”
Laura once lost her wallet, and worried for days. She was afraid to tell her parents about it. She even walked three miles to school each day because she didn't have any money. She just kept thinking, “If I tell my parents, they’ll be angry ” In the end, she talked to her parents and they were really understanding. Her dad said he sometimes made careless mistakes himself.They got her a new wallet and asked her to be mere careful. “I will always remember to share my problems in the future!” Laura says.
Robert Hunt advises students about common problems. He feels the same way as Laura. “It is best not to run away from our problems. We should always try to salve them.” He thinks the first step is to find someone you trust to talk to. This person doesn't need to be an expert like himself.Students often forget that their parents have more experience than them, and are always there to
help them. In English, we say that sharing a problem is like cutting it in half. So you're halfway to solving a problem just by talking to someone about it!
( ) 1.When we have problems, what should we do
A. Do nothing. B. Talk to someone. C. Keep to ourselves.
( )2. What did Laura lost
A. a wallet B. a school bag. C. some money
( ) 3. When Laura talked to her parents , how did they feel
A. Worried B. angry C. understanding
( ) 4. Did Robert Hunt agree with Laura
A.Yes. B. No. C. Don’t know.
5. Translate the sentence: “you're halfway to solving a problem just by talking to someone about it!”
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At 9:00 a.m. yesterday, bus No. 26 was going along Zhonghua Road when the driver saw an old man lying on the side of the road. A woman was next to him was shouting for help.
The bus driver, 24-year-old Wang Ping, stopped the bus without thinking twice. He got off and asked the woman what happened. She said that the man had a heart problem and should go to the hospital. Mr. Wang knew he had to act quickly. He told the passengers that he must take the man to the hospital. He expected most or all of the passengers to get off and wait for the next bus. But to his surprise, they all agreed to go with him. Some passengers helped Mr. Wang to move the man onto the bus.
Thanks to Mr.Wang and the passengers, the doctors saved the man in time. “It's sad that many people don't want to help others because they don't want any trouble,”says one passenger. "But the driver didn't think about himself. He only thought about saving a life.”
判断正误: ( ) 1. Bus No. 26 hit an old man on Zhonghua Road .
( ) 2. After thinking for a long time, Wang Ping took the man to the hospital.
( ) 3. Wang Ping and the passengers are willing to help others.
( ) 4. The old man had a head problem.
( ) 5. The old man was saved in time.
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Aron Ralston is an American man who is interested in mountain climbing. As a mountain climber, Aron is used to taking risks. This is one of the exciting things about doing dangerous sports. There were many times when Aron almost lost his life because of accidents. On April 26, 2003, he found himself in a very dangerous situation when climbing in Utah.
On that day, Aron’s arm was caught under a 360-Kilo rock that fell on him when he was climbing by himself in the mountains. Because he could not free his arm, he stayed there for five days and hoped that someone would find him. But when his water ran out, he knew that he would have to do something to save his own life. He wasn’t ready to die that day. So he used his knife to cut off half his right arm. Then, with his leftarm, he bandaged himself so that he wouldn’t lose too much blood. After that, he climbed down the mountain to find help.
After losing his arm, he wrote a book called Between a Rock and Hard Place. This means being in a difficult situation that you can’t seem to get out of. In this book, Aron tells of the importance of making good decisions, and of being in control of one’s life. His love for mountain climbing is so great that he kept on climbing mountains even after this experience.
Do we have the same spirit as Aron Let’s think about it before we find ourselves “between a rock and a hard place”, and before we have to make a decision that could mean life or death.
判断正误 ( )1. Aron is a mountain-climbing lover.
( ) 2.Aron had a serious accident on April 26,2013.
( ) 3. Someone saved Aron after five days.
( ) 4. After the accident, Aron wrote a book.
( ) 5. Because of the accident, Aron lost half his left arm.
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Mario Green and Mary Brown from Riverside High School give up several hours each week to help __1__.
Mario loves animals and wants __2__ an animal doctor. He volunteers at an animal hospital every Saturday morning. Mario believes it can help him to get his future dream job. “It’s hard work,” he says, “but I want to learn more_3__
how to care for animals. I get such a strong__4__of satisfaction when I see the animals get __5__and the look of joy on their _6_faces.”
Mary is a book lover. She could read __7__ herself at the age of four. Last year, she __8__ to try out for a volunteer after-school reading program. She still works there __9__ a week to help kids learn to read. “The kids are sitting in the library, but you can see in their eyes that they’re going on a different journey with each new book. Volunteering here is a dream come true for me. I can do __10__ I love to do and help others at the same time.”
( ) 1. A.other B. others C. another ( ) 2. A. to B. is C. being
( ) 3. A. of B. about C. for ( ) 4. A. feeling B. feel C. feels
( ) 5. A. well B. bad C. better ( ) 6. A. owner B. owners C.owners’
( ) 7. A. with B. by C. for ( ) 8. A. decided B. decides C. decide
( ) 9. A. one B. once C. first ( ) 10. A. that B. which C. what
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Dear Miss Li,
I'd like to thank you for giving money to “Animal Helpers”, I’m sure you know that this group was set up to help people like me. You helped to make it possible for me to have Lucky. Lucky makes a big difference to my life. Let me tell you my story.
What would it be like to be blind or deaf Or imagine you can’t walk or use your hands easily. Most people would never think about this, but many people have these difficulties, I can't use my arms or legs well, so normal things like answering the telephone, opening and closing doors or carrying things are difficult for me. Then one day last year, a friend of mine helped me out. She talked to Animal Helpers about getting me a special trained dog. She also thought a dog might cheer me up. I love animals and I was excited about the idea of having a dog.
After six months of training with a dog at Animal Helpers, I was able to bring him home. My dog's name is Lucky---a good name for him because I feel very lucky to have him. You see, I'm only able to have a “dog-helper” because of your kindness!
Lucky is very clever and understands many English words. He can understand me when I give him orders. For example, I say, “Lucky! get my book,” and he does it at once.
Lucky is a fantastic dog. I'll send you a photo of him if you like, and I could show you how he helps me. Thank you again for changing my life.
Best wishes,
Ben Smith
( ) 1. Who gave the dog Lucy to Ben A. Miss Li B. his friend C. Animal Helpers
( ) 2.What kind of people is Ben A. blind B. deaf C.disabled
( ) 3. How long was Lucy trained A. seven months B. half a year C. six weeks
( ) 4. Which word can’t describe Lucy A. lazy B. fantastic C. clever
( ) 5. Which of the following is TRUE A.Ben doesn’t love animals
B. Lucy changed Ben’s life. C. Ben can answer the telephone by himself
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Last month, our dog welcomed me when I came home from school. He wanted a walk, but I was too tired. I threw down my bag and went to the living room. ( 1 )The minute I sat down in front of the TV, my mom came over.
“( 2 )你能带狗散步吗？” she asked. “Could I watch one show first ” I asked. “No!”she replied angrily.（ 3 ） “You watch TV all the time and never help out around the house! I can't work all day and do
housework all evening.“Well, I work all day at school, too！ ( 4 )I'm just as tired as you are！I shouted back. My mom did not say anything and walked away. For one week, she did not do any housework and ( 5 ) 我也不做. Finally I could not find a clean dish or a clean shirt.
The next day my mom came home from work to find the house clean and tidy.
“What happened ” she asked in surprise.
“ I'm so sorry, Mom. I finally understand that we need to share the housework to have a clean and comfortable home,”I replied.
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Dear Sir,
I don’t understand why some parents make their kids help with housework and chores at home. Kids these days already have enough stress from school. They don’t have time to study and do housework, too. Housework is a waste of their time. Could we just let them do their job as students They should spend their time on schoolwork in order to get good grades and get into a good university. Also, when they get older, they will have to do housework so there is no need for them to do it now. it’s the parents’ job to provide a clean and comfortable environment at home for their children. And anyway, I think doing chores is not so difficult, I don’t mind doing them
Ms. Miller
Dear Sir,
I think it is important for children to learn how to do chores and help their parents with housework. It is not enough to just get good grades at school. Children these days depend on their parents too much. They are always asking, “Could you get this for me Or “Could you help me with that ” Doing chores helps to develop children's independence and teaches them how to look after themselves. It also helps them to understand the idea of fairness. Since they live in one house with their parents, they should know that everyone should do their part in keeping it clean and tidy. Our neighbor’s son got into a good college but during this year, he had no idea how to take care of himself. As a result, he often fell ill and his grades dropped. The earlier kids learn to be independent, the better it is for their future.
Mr.Smith
Ms. Miller Mr.Smith
Housework is( 1 )__________________ children’s time. It is ( 2 )____________ for children to help with housework. Doing chores helps to develop children's( 3 )____________________.
Kids should spend their time on ( 4 )_____________ to get good grades. The_( 5 )___________ kids learn to be independent, the better it will be.
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Dear Mr.Hunt,
My problem is that I can’t get on with my family.Relations between my parents have become difficult.They fight a lot,and I really don't like it.It's the only communication they have.I don't know if I should say anything to them about this.When they argue,it's like a big,black cloud hanging over our home.Also,my elder brother is not very nice to me.He always refuses to let me watch my favorite TV show.Instead he watches whatever he wants until late at night.I don't think this is fair.At home I always feel lonely and nervous.Is that normal What can I do
Sad and Thirteen
dear Sad and Thirteen,
It's not easy being your age,and it's normal to have these feelings.Why don't you talk about these feelings with your family If your parents are having problems,you should offer to help.Maybe you could do more jobs around the house so that they have more time for proper communication.Secondly,why don't you sit down and communicate with your brother You should explain that you don't mind him watching TV all the time.However,he should let you watch your favorite show.I hope things will be better for you soon.
Robert Hunt
根据文章内容判断正误，正确的填T，错误的填F。
( )1. Sad and Thirteen can’t get on well with his family.
( )2. His elder brother is very nice to him.
( )3. He always feel very lonely and nervous.
( )4. Robert Hunt thinks that it’s abnormal to have these feelings.
( )5. Robert Hunt didn’t give him some good advice.
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Maybe you should learn to relax！
These days, Chinese children are sometimes busier on weekends than weekdays because they have to take so many after-school classes. Many of them are learning exam skills so that they can get into a good high school and later a good university. Others are practicing sports so that they can compete and win. However, this doesn’t only happen in China.
The Taylors are a typical American family. Life for Cathy Taylor's three children is very busy. “On most days after school,” Cathy says, “I take one of my two boys to basketball practice and my daughter to football training. Then I have to take my other son to piano lessons. Maybe I could cut out a few of their activities, but I believe these activities are important for my children's future. I really want them to be successful.” However, the tired children don’t get home until after 7:00 p.m. They have a quick dinner, and then it's time for homework.
Linda Miller, a mother of three, knows all about such stress. “In some families, competition starts very young and continues until the kids get older," she says. “Mothers send their small kids to all kinds of classes. And they are always comparing them with other children. It’s crazy. I don’t think that's fair. Why don't they just let their kids be kids People shouldn't push their kids so hard.”
Doctors say too much pressure is not good for a child's development. Dr. Alice Green says all these activities can cause a lot of stress for children. “Kids should have time to relax and think for themselves, too. Although it's normal to want successful children, it's even more important to have happy children.”
( )1. Why do Chinese children these days are sometimes busier on weekends
Because they should study at school on weekends.
Because they have to take so many after-school classes.
Because they have to play with friends.
( )2. When do Cathy Taylor’s children get home after school
Before 7:00 pm B. After 7:00pm C. At 5:00pm
( )3. What isn’t Linda Miller’s opinion
It’s fair to compare their own children with other children.
People should let their kids just kids.
People shouldn’t push their kids so hard.
( )4. Which is right according to Dr. Alice Green
Not all these activities can cause a lot of stress for children.
Kids shouldn’t have time to relax and think for themselves.
It’s more important to have happy children.
( )5. What can we infer(推断)from the passage
Only Chinese children are busier on weekends.
In America, children never feel tired.
Too much pressure can influence a child’s development.
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The storm brought people closer together.
Ben could hear strong winds outside his home in Alabama.Black clouds were making the sky very dark.With no light outside, it 1 like midnight.The news on TV reported 2 a heavy rainstorm was in the area.
Everyone 3 the neighborhood was busy.Ben’s dad was putting pieces of wood over the windows while his mom was making sure the flashlights and radio were 4 .She also put some candles and matches in the table.
Ben 5 helping his mom make dinner when the rain began to beat heavily against the windows.After dinner, they tries to play a card game, but it was hard 6 fun with a serious storm happening outside.
Ben could not sleep at first.He finally fell asleep when the wind was 7 down at around 3:00 a.m.When he 8 up, the sun was rising.He went outside with his family and found the neighborhood in a mess.Fallen trees, broken windows and rubbish 9 everywhere.They joined the neighbors to help clean 10 the neighborhood together.Although the storm broke many things apart, it brought families and neighbors closer together.
( )1. A. feel B. felt C. feeling D. feels ( )2. A. that B. it C. if D. when
( )3. A. on B. in C. at D. of ( )4. A.work B. worked C. works D. working
( )5. A. is B. are C. was D. were ( )6. A. have B. has C. to have D.having
( )7. A. died B. dying C. diing D. dead ( )8. A. wake B. waken C. woke D. waked
( )9. A. are B. was C. is D. were ( )10. A. up B. out C. off D. away
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People often remember what they were doing when they heard the news of important events in history. In America, for example, many people remember what they were doing on April 4, 1968. This was an important events in American history. On this day, Dr Martin Luther King was killed. Although some people may not remember who killed him, they remember what they were doing when they heard the news.
Robert Allen is now over 50, but he was a school pupil at that time.“I was at home with my parents” Robert remembers. “We were eating dinner in the kitchen when we heard the news on the radio. The news reporter said, ‘Dr Martin Luther King died just 10 minutes ago!’ My parents did not talk after that, and we finished the rest of our dinner in silence.”
More recently, most Americans remember what they were doing when the World Trade Center in New York was taken down by terrorists. Even the date----September 11, 2001----has meaning to most Americans.
This was a day Kate Smith will never forget. She remembers working in her office near the two towers. “My friend shouted that a plane just hit the World Trade Center ! I didn’t believe him at first, but then I looked out of the window and realized that it was true. I was so scared that I could hardly think clearly after that.”
( )1. When was Dr Martin Luther King killed
On April 4,1986 B. on April 4, 1968 C. on May 4, 1968
( )2. What did Robert Allen do when Dr Martin Luther King died
He was reading. B. He was eating dinner. C.He was teaching.
( )3. Who was the World Trade Center taken down by
Army B. aliens C. terrorists
( )4. How did Kate Smith feel when she looked out of the window
Scared B. surprised C. relaxed
( )5. What’s the passage about
It’s about two things that happened in American history.
It’s about people’s feelings about two different things
It’s about what people were doing when the two things happened.
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In November 1979，pupils in England were able to watch a new TV program called Monkey. Most of them were 1 this story for the first time. However, this story is not 2 to Chinese children. The Monkey King or Sun Wukong is the main character in the traditional Chinese book Journey to the West.
The Monkey King is not just any normal monkey. In fact, he sometimes does not even look like a 3 ! This is because he can make seventy-two 4 to his shape and size, turning himself into different animals and objects. But 5 he can hide his tail, he cannot turn himself 6 a person. To fight bad people, the Monkey King uses a magic stick. Sometimes he can make 7 so small that he can keep it in his ear. At other times, he is able to make it big and long.
The Monkey King has 8 the children of China for many years. And as soon as the TV program came out more than thirty years ago, Western children became 9 in reading this story because the clever Monkey King keeps 10 to help the weak and never gives up.
( )1. A. writing B hearing C. telling
( )2 . A. famous B popular C. new
( )3. A. monkey B man C. horse
( )4. A. friends B monkeys C. changes
( )5. A. unless B because C. however
( )6. A. at B into C. for
( )7. A. himself B the stick C. the teacher
( )8. A. excite B excited C. exciting
( )9. A. worried B relaxed C. interested
( )10. A. to fight B fight C. fighting
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Qomolangma- the Most Dangerous Mountain in the World
One of the world’s most dangerous sports is mountain climbing, and one of the most popular places for this is the Himalayas. The Himalayas run along the south-western part of China. Of all the mountains,Qomolangma rises the highest and is the most famous. It is 8,844.43 meters high and so is very dangerous to climb. Thick clouds cover the top and snow can fall very hard.Even more serious difficulties include freezing weather conditions and heavy storms. It is also very hard to take in air as
you get near the top.
The first people to reach the top were Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary on May 29, 1953. The first Chinese team did so in 1960, while the first woman to succeed was Junko Tabei from Japan in 1975.
Why do so many climbers risk their lives One of the main reasons is because people want to challenge themselves in the face of difficulties. The spirit of these climbers shows us that we should never give up trying to achieve our dreams. It also shows that humans can sometimes be stronger than the forces of nature.
Does Himalayas run along the southwestern part of China ____________________.
How high is Himalayas _________________________________________________.
When did the first Chinese team reach the top of Himalayas _________________.
Why do so many climbers risk their lives ____________________________________.
What does the spirit of these climbers show us _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________.
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It is 8:30 a.m at the Chengdu Reasearch Base. Panda keepers are preparing milk for the baby pandas’ breakfast. At 9:00a.m, they find that most of the babies are already awake and hungry. When the babies see the keepers, they run over to them with excitement and some of the young pandas even walk into their friends and fall over!
Lin Wei, one of the panda keepers, says, “They’re so cute and lovely. I take care of them like they’re my own babies. I wash feed and play with them every day. They’re very special to me” In fact, many people around the world love these black and white animals. Pandas have become so popular that they are now a symbol of China.
Scientists say there are now fewer than 2,000 pandas living in the forests.Another 300 or so live in zoos or research centers in China and other countries. Pandas do not have many babies, maybe only one every two years. The babies often die from illnesses and do not live very long. Adult pandas spend more than 12 hours a day eating about 10 kilos of bamboo. Many years ago, there were a lot more bamboo forests and pandas in China, but then humans started to cut down these forests. As the forests get smaller and other human activities cause more problems, pandas can-
not find enough to eat and they are having fewer babies.
An education program in Chengdu teaches children about pandas and other en-dangered wild animals. They send people to schools to tell children about the impor- tance of saving these animals. And the Chinese government is trying hard to help save the pandas. Scientists are doing research to better understand the habits of pandas. We all hope that in the future there will be a lot more pandas .
What time do pandas have breakfast _______________________________________.
What is Lin Wei’s job ____________________________________________________.
Are pandas now a symbol of China ________________________________________.
Why are pandas endangered _______________________________________________.
What does the education program in Chengdu do ____________________________
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When I first arrived on this island, I had nothing. But I’ve found the ship and made a small boat. I’ve 1 many things I can use --- food and drink, tools, 2 and guns, Although I have lost 3 ,I have not lost my life. So I will not give up and I will wait for 4 ship. I have already cut down trees and 5 a house. I go out with my gun almost
every day to kill animals and birds for food, I’m even learning to grow fruit and vegetables
A few weeks ago, I found the 6 of another man’s feet on the sand. Who else is on
my island How long have they been here Not long after that, I saw some cannibals 7 to kill two men from a broken ship. One of them died but the other ran 8 my house. I
helped him 9 the cannibals. This man now lives with me and helps me. I named him Friday 10 that was the day I met him. He is smart and I have already taught him some
English.
（ ）1. A. sold out B. paid for. C. brought back
（ ）2. A.knife B. knifes C. knives
（ ）3 .A. nothing B. everything, C. anything
（ ）4. A. other B. another C. the other
（ ）5. A. bought B .invented C. built
（ ）6. A. marks B. records C. brands
（ ）7. A. avoiding B. waiting C. trying
（ ）8. A. around B. across C. towards
（ ）9. A. kill B. kills C. killed
（ ）10. A. unless B. because C. thought
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A Country Music Song Changed Her Life Forever
When Sarah was a teenager,she used to fight over almost everything with her family.But five years ago,while she was studying abroad in England,she heard a song full of feelings about returning home on the radio.It made Sarah think about her family
and friends back in the US.She came to realize how much she actually missed all of them.Ever since then,she has been a fan of American country music.
Country is a traditional kind of music from the southern states of America.Nashville,Tennessee is the home of country music.Many songs these days are about modern
life in the US,such as the importance of money and success,but not about belonging
to a group.However,country music brings us back to the"good old days"when people were kind to each other and trusted one another.It reminds us that the best things
in life are free--laughter,friends,family,and the beauty of nature and the countryside.
Sarah hasn't been to Nashville yet,but it is her dream to go there one day.She has
already read a lot about the place and done some research on it. She knows that there is a Country Music Hall of Fame Museum in Nashville.There are also always a lot of great country music concerts with famous musicians and singers,like Garth
Brooks. Sarah has already listened to most of his songs." Garth is one of the most successful musicians in American history. He's sold more than 120 million records. I hope to see him sing live one day!"
( )1. What did Sarah use to do when she was a teenager
She used to study hard.
She used to fight over almost everything with her family.
She used to get on well with her family.
( )2. What made Sarah be a fan of American country music
Her family. B. He r friends. C.A song
( )3. Where is the home of country music
Utah B. Tennessee C. Alabama
( )4. What’s the number of records that Garth has sold
More than 1200 million. B. More than 1200 thousand
C. More than 120 million
( )5. Which is Not True according to the passage
Many country songs these days are just about modern life in the US.
Sarah dreams to go to Nashville.
Country music can’t remind us of the best things in life.
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Ken:1.The most interesting museum I've ever been to is the American Computer Museum. They have information about different computers and who invented them． 2. 旧电脑要大得多。 It's unbelievable that technology has progressed in such a way! I've also learned that there was a special computer. lt could play chess even better than humans.1 wonder how much more computers will be able to do in the future.
Amy: l've recently been to a very unusual museum in India, the International toilet museum.3. I just couldn't believe my eyes when I saw so many different kinds of toilets there. 4.博物馆教给人们关于马桶的历史和发展。 It also governments and groups to think about ways to improve toilets in the future.
Linlin: Last year I went to the Hangzhou National Tea Museum. It's a relaxing and peaceful place near a lake. The tea art performances show how to make a perfect cup of tea with beautiful tea sets. 5.Watching the tea preparation is just as enjoyable as drinking the tea itself. I've finally realized why my grandpa loves drink-ing tea and collecting tea sets.
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Singapore - A Place You Will Never Forget!
Have you ever been to Singapore For thousands of tourists from China, this small island in Southeast Asia is a wonderful and safe place to take a holiday. On the one hand, more than three quarters of the population are Chinese, so you can simply speak putonghua a lot of time.On the other hand, Singapore is an English- speaking country, so it is also a good place to practice English.
Have you ever tried Chinese food outside of China Maybe you fear that you won’t be able to find anything good to eat when you travel. In Singapore, however, you will find a lot of food from China;You will not have any problem getting rice, noodles or dumplings. Singapore is also an excellent place to try new food. Whether you like Indian food, western food or Japanese food, you’ll find it all in Singapore!
Most large cities have zoos, but have you ever been to a zoo at night Singaporehas a Night Safari. It might seem strange to go to a zoo when it’s dark. However, if you go to see lions, tigers, or foxes during the daytime, they’ll probably be asleep!A lot of animals only wake up at night, so this is the best time to watch them. At the Night Safari, you can watch these animals in a more natural environment than in a normal zoo.
One great thing about Singapore is that the temperature is almost the same all year round..This is because the island is so close to the equator.So you can choose to go whenever you like- spring, summer, autumn or winter.And, of course, it is not too far from China!
根据文章内容判断正误，正确的填T，错误的填F。
( )1. Most of people in Singapore only speak Putonghua.
( )2.It’s difficult to find a lot of food from China in Singapore.
( )3. It’s better to see lions and tigers at night because they will probably be asleep.
( )4. The temperature in Singapore is almost the same all year round because it’s close to the equator.
( )5. You can only go to Singapore in summer.
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My children are 1 up fast. My daughter is 16 and my boy is already in junior high school. As they get bigger our house seems to get 2 . So we want to sell some of our things in a yard sale and give the money to a 3 home.
We have already cleared out a lot of things from our bedrooms. We have 4 to each sell five things that we no longer use. My son was quite 5 at first. Although he has not played with his old toys for a long time, he still wanted to keep them. For example, he has owned a train and railway set since his 6 birthday, and he played with it almost every week until he was about seven. And he did not want to lose his toy monkey, either. He 7 next to the monkey every night when he was a child. My daughter was more understanding, although she also felt sad to part with 8 toys.
As for 9 , I did not want to give up my football shirts, but, to be 10 , I have not played for a while now. I am getting older, too!
（ ）1. A. sold out B. paid for. C. brought back
（ ）2. A.knife B. knifes C. knives
（ ）3 .A. nothing B. everything, C. anything
（ ）4. A. other B. another C. the other
（ ）5. A. bought B .invented C. built
（ ）6. A. marks B. records C. brands
（ ）7. A. avoiding B. waiting C. trying
（ ）8. A. around B. across C. towards
（ ）9. A. kill B. kills C. killed
（ ）10. A. unless B. because C. thought
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Some people still live in their hometown. However, others may only see it once or twice a year. 1.Nowadays, millions of Chinese leave the countryside to search for work in the cities. Among these is Zhong Wei, a 46-year-old husband and father. He has lived in Wenzhou for
the last 13years. With a hard job in a crayon factory, he doesn’t find much time to visit his hometown. “ 2.我过去至少每年回家一次, but I haven’t been back for almost three years now. It’s shame, but I just don’t have the time,” he says.Many people like Zhong Wei regard with great interest how their hometowns have changed. Perhaps large hospitals and new roads have appeared. In many places, the government has also built new schools and sent teachers from the cities to help.
“ I noticed that’s true of my hometown,” adds Zhong Wei. “Children have learned to read and count at my old primary school since the mid-20th century. But now the buildings are really old. 3. 我听说他们将在那建一所新学校。” Zhong Wei thinks such developments are good, and he also knows that his hometown cannot always stay the same.
According to Zhong Wei, however, some things will never change. “ In my hometown, there was a big old tree opposite the school. It is still there and has become quite a symbol of the place. Most of the children in my time liked to play together under that big tree, especially during the summer holidays. It was such a happy childhood. 5. Our hometown has left many soft and sweet memories in our hearts.”
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2._________________________________________________________________________.
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Today ’ s story is about Zhu Hui，a student from Shenzhen. He's now studying in the United States. He's living with an American family in New York. Today is the Dragon Boat Festival. It’s 9: 00 a.m. and Zhu Hui ’ s family are at home. His mom and aunt are making zongzi. His dad and uncle are watching the boat races on TV.
Is Zhu Hui also watching the races and eating zongzi It ’ s 9: 00 p. m. in New York，and it’s the night before the festival. But there isn, t a Dragon Boat Festival in the US, so it's like any other night for Zhu Hui and his host family. The mother is reading a story to her young children. The father is watching a soccer game on TV. Zhu Hui is talking on the phone to his cousin in Shenzhen. Zhu Hui misses his family and wishes to have his mom's delicious zongzi. Zhu Hui likes New York and his host family a lot, but there’s still “no place like home”.
1. Where is Zhu Hui from _______________________________________________________.
2. Why are Zhu Hui's family watching boat races and making zongzi
_____________________________________________________________________________.
3. Does Zhu Hui like his host family ___________________________________________.
4. What time is it in New York now ___________________________________________.
5. What does he think about his home in China
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How I learned to learn English
Last year, I did not like my English lass. Every class 1 a bad dream. The teacher spoke 2 quickly that I did not understand her most of the time. I was afraid 3 questions because of my poor 4 . I just hid behind my textbook and never said anything.
Then one day I watched an English movie called Toy Story. I 5 this exciting and funny movie. So I began to watch other English movies , too. Although I could not understand everything the characters said , 6 their body language and the 7 on their faces helped me to get the meaning. I also realized I could get the meaning 8 listening for just the key words. My pronunciation improved 9 by listening to the conversations in English movies. I discovered that listening to 10 is the secret to language learning. I also learned useful sentences like”It’ s 11 cake.” or “It serves you right.” I did not understand these sentences at first. But because I wanted to understand the story, I 12 in a dictionary.
Now I really enjoy my English class. I want 13 new words and more grammar
14 I can have a better 15 of English movies.
( ) 1. A.is like B. likes C. was like
( ) 2. A. so B. such C. of
( ) 3. A. of ask B. to ask C. to asking
( ) 4. A. pronunciation B. listening C. pronounce
( ) 5. A. fall in love with B. fell in love with C. fell in love in
( ) 6. A.but B. however C. and
( ) 7. A. express B. expresses C. expressions
( ) 8. A. depend B. by C. in
( ) 9. A. as also B. as well C. as well as
( ) 10. A.interesting something B. something interesting C. something interested
( ) 11. A. a piece of B. pieces of C. a piece
( ) 12. A. looked up them B. looked it up C. looked them up
( ) 13. A. learning B. to learn C. to learning
( ) 14. A. so far B. such that C. so that
( ) 15. A. understood B. understanding C. understand
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How Can You Become a Successful Learner
　Everyone is born with the ability to learn. But whether or not you can do this well depends on your learning habits. Research shows that successful learners have some good habits in common.
　　Creating an interest in what they learn
　　Studies show that if you are interested in something, your brain is more active and it is also easier for you to pay attention to it for a long time. Good learners often connect what they need to learn with something interesting. For example,if they need to learn English and they Iike music or sports, they can listen to English songs or watch sports programs in English. This way they will not get bored.
　　Practicing and learning from mistakes
　　Good learners think about what they are good at and what they need to practice more. Remember,Use it or lose it. Even if you learn sometinng well,you will forget it unless you use it. Practice makes perfect. Good learners will keep practicing what they have learned,and they are not afraid of making mistakes. Alexander Graham Bell did not invent the telephone overnight. He succeeded by trying many times and learning from his mistakes.
　　Developing their study skills
　　It is not enough to just study hard. Good learners know the best way they can study. For example,they may take notes by writing down key words or by drawing mind maps. They also look for ways to review what they have learned. They may do this by reading their notes every day or by explaining the information to another student.
　　Asking questions
　　Good learners often ask questions during or after class. They even ask each other and try to find out the answers. Knowledge comes from questioning.
　　Learning is a lifelong journey because every day brings something new. Everything that you learn becomes a part of you and changes you, so learn wisely and learn well.
根据文章，回答下列问题
1.How many good habits do successful learners have in common according to the passage
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2.Does the writer think that everyone is born with the ability to learn well
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3.Why is it a good idea to connect something you need to learn with something you are interested in
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4.Do good learners learn from mistakes, or are they afraid of making mistakes
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5.How may good learners take notes
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Full Moon, Full Feelings
Chinese people have 1 the Mid-Autumn Festival and enjoying mooncakes for centuries. Mooncakes are in the shape of a full moon 2 the Mid-Autumn night. They carry people’s wishes to the families they love and miss.
There are many traditional folk stories about this festival. 3 , most people think that the story of Chang’e is 4 . Chang’e was Hou Yi’s beautiful wife. After Hou Yi 5 the nine suns, a goddess gave him magic medicine 6 him. 7 took this could live forever, and Hou Yi 8 to take it with Chang’e. However, a bad man, Pang Meng, tried 9 the medicine when Hou Yi was not home. Chang’e refused 10 it to him and took it all. She became very light and 11 the moon. Hou Yi was so sad that he called out her name to the moon every night. One night, he found that the moon was 12 bright and round that he could see his wife there. He quickly 13 her favorite fruits and desserts in the garden. 14 he wished that Chang’e could come back!
After this, people started the tradition of 15 the moon and sharing mooncakes with their families.
（ ）1. A. celebrated B.been celebrating C. is celebrated
（ ）2.A. in B. on C. at
（ ）3.A. Although B.However C. But
（ ）4.A. most touched B.the most touching C.the more touching
（ ）5.A. shot down B.shoot down C.is shoot down
（ ）6.A.thanks to B.to thank C.thank
（ ）7.A. Whoever B.Whatever C.However
（ ）8.A.plan B.planned C.planning
（ ）9.A. stole B. stealing C. to steal
（ ）10.A.to give B. to take C.to bring
（ ）11.A.fly up to B. flew up to C. to fly up
（ ）12.A. so B. such C. too
（ ）13.A. lay out B. lays out C. laid out
（ ）14.A. How B. What C.How much
（ ）15.A. admire B. to admire C. admiring
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The Spirit of Christmas
Many would agree that when we think of Christmas, we probably think of gifts, Christmas trees and Santa Claus. But behind all these things lies the true meaning of Christmas: the importance of sharing and giving love and joy to people around us. The story in A Christmas Carol is perhaps the best example of this.
A Christmas Carol is a famous novel written by Charles Dickens. It is about an old man named Scrooge who never laughs or smiles. He is mean and only thinks about himself, and doesn’t treat others nicely. He just cares about whether he can make more money. And he hates Christmas. One Christmas Eve, Scrooge sees the ghost of Jacob Marley, his dead business partner. Marley used to be just like Scrooge, so he was punished after he died. He warns Scrooge to change his ways if he doesn’t want to end up like him. He also tells Scrooge to expect three spirits to visit him.
That night, three ghosts visit Scrooge. First, the Ghost of Christmas Past takes him back to his childhood and reminds Scrooge of his happier days as a child.
Then the second spirit, the Ghost of Christmas Present, takes him to see how others are spending Christmas this year. Everyone is happy, even poor people. The last one, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, takes him to the future. He sees that he is dead but nobody cares. Scrooge is so scared that he wakes up in his bed and finds out it is already the next morning on Christmas Day!
He decides to change his life and promises to be a better person. He happily celebrates Christmas with his relatives. He also gives gifts to people in need. He now treats everyone with kindness and warmth, spreading love and joy everywhere he goes. And that is the true spirit of Christmas!
( )1. What are the common things that people think of for Christmas
A. Gifts B.Christmas trees C.Santa Claus D. All above(以上都是)
( )2. Who wrote A Christmas Carol
A.Marley B.Scrooge C.Charles Dickens D. Not mentioned
( )3. What is the true meaning or spirit of Christmas
A.the importance of sharing and giving love and joy to people
B.make more money C.laugh and smile a lot D.just think about yourself
( )4. What does Scrooge see when when he’s with the Ghost of Christmas Past
A. How others are spending Christmas. B. His happier days as a child.
C. He is dead, but nobody cares. D.Nothing.
( )5. What does Scrooge do after seeing the three spirits
A. He still treats others badly. B. He is very mean.
C.He only thinks about himself. D.He decides to change and be a better person
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Fun Times Park---- Always a Fun Time!
[Alice and He wei are in space world]
Alice: I wonder ___1__ we should go next.
He wei: How about that new ride over there
Alice: well…it___2__ scary.
He wei: Come on! I promise it well be __3__ ! If you are scared , just shout or hold my hand.
[After the ride…]
Alice: You__4__right! That was fun! I was scard at first, but shouting did help.
He wei: See,that__5__ so bad, right You never know __6__ you try something.
Alice : Yes,I am so glad I tried it!
He wei : Do you want__7___ to Water World now
Alice: Sure,but I am__8___hungry. Do you know where we can get some good food__9__
He wei: Of course! I suggest Water City Restaurant in Water World. It serves delicious food.
Alice: Great! Let __10___ go !
[ __11___ their way to Water City Restaurant, Alice and He wei pass by Uncle Bob’s.]
Alice: Look! This restaurant looks interesting. The sign__12___ a rock band plays here every evening.
He wei: Why don’t we come back here for dinner later Let’s ask what time the band starts__13___.
[Alice and He Wei walk up to a staff person___14____ the door]
He wei: Excuse me, could you tell us when the band starts playing this evening
Staff : Eight o’clock. The restaurant is always busy at that time, so come a little ____15___ to get a table.
He wei :OK. Thank you.
( )1 A. where B. what C.that
( )2. A. look B.looks C.see
( )3. A.excited B.exciting C.excite
( )4. A.was B.is C.were
( )5. A. was B.wasn’t C.were
( )6. A.because B.until C.if
( )7. A. to go B. going C.be going
( )8. A.get B.got C.getting
( )9. A.quickly B.quick C.fastly
( )10. A. us B.we C.our
( )11. A. In B. On C. At
( )12. A. say B. says C.talks
( )13. A.playing B.plays C.played
( )14. A.under B.in C. at
( )15. A.early B.more earlier C.earlier
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Could you please……
When you visit a foreign country, it is important to know how to ask for
help politely. For example, you may ask“Where are the restrooms ” or “Could you please tell me where the reastrooms are ” These are similar requests for
directions. Both are correct, but the first one sounds less polite. That is because
it is a very direct question. It is not enough to just ask a question correctly.
We also need to learn how to be polite when we ask for help.
Good speakers change the way they speak in different situations.The
expressions they use might depend on whom they are speaking to or how well
they know each other. It is all right to ask your classmates direct questions because you know them well. However, if you say to your teacher,“When is the
school trip ”, this might sound impolite. But if you say, “Excuse me, Mr. West. Do you know when the school trip is ”, this will sound much more polite..
Usually polite questions are longer. They include expressions such as “Could
you please… ”or “May I ask… ” It sounds more polite to say, “Peter, could
you please tell me your e-mail address ”than “Peter, tell me your e-mail
address.”Sometimes we even need to spend time leading in to a request.For
example, we might first say to a stranger,“ Excuse me, I wonder if you can help
me” or“ I’m sorry to trouble you, but ... ” before asking for help.
It might seem more difficult to speak politely tha