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I. Complete the following sentences with the words or phrases in the box. Each can only be used once and notice there is one word or phrase more than you need.
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1. The cafe in the town provides high-speed connection for downloading any file.
2. The Beatles changed the nature of rock and pop music, new sounds and rhythms to England and even set their own music style.
3. We hurried to the library, but it was closed when we got there. It was really a wasted . 4. She started to work as a reporter for a local newspaper.
5. We will have a general quiz at our class meeting tomorrow.
6. Sherlock Holmes many cases by following the footprints left at the scene of the crime. 7. She takes a interest in dinosaurs. ( )
8. There are three or the national speech competition.
plete the following sentences with the given words in their proper forms.
1. Nobody thought that he would be a successful . (invent)
2 Shortly afterwards, we received a handwritten party from him. (invite)
3. If you want to be an excellent , you should work harder. (journal)
4. This unexpected touched her deeply. (kind)
5. Ben has shown an in learning French. (interested)
6. The sound of a large bunch of caught her attention. (key)
7. That night, all the citizens of Troy celebrated around the horse and made about their enemies, the stupid Greeks. (joke)
8. Recently I’ve got very in photography. (interest)
plete the following sentences with proper words. The first letter of each word has been given.
1. Thank you for i me to the party.
2. The fishermen had to leave their homes on the i and start a new life on the land.
3. Each passenger should put the life j on because the storm is becoming heavier and heavier. 4. Her comic books have brought great j to millions of kids.
5. I’m not k . I’m serious.
6. The firemen had to k the door in to save the kid from the burning room.
7. It’s hard to k the house clean with three kids.
8. A good strong cup of coffee is j what I need right now.
IV. Sentence transformation.
1. He’s been a member of this club for two years.
→He the club two years .
2. We didn’t go to a movie. We went to the park.
→We went to the park a movie.
3. He was delighted to find out that the house had a large garden.
→ his , he found out that the house had a large garden.
4. I love playing badminton. I love swimming and playing tennis, too.
→I love playing badminton. I and tennis, too.
5. She reads a variety of books.
→She reads all books. ( )
6. His idea helped to prevent the disease from spreading.
→His idea helped to the disease spreading.
V. Complete the following sentences according to the Chinese given.
1. His job during the School Art Festival is （采访学生们音乐方面的爱 好） .
2. it is to play together! （一起玩多开心啊！）
3. （乘坐公共汽车从伦敦到雅典的整个旅程） takes 60 hours. 4. （教书不是高薪职业） , but a really challenging one.
5. The Internet enables you （与不同地方的朋友保持联系） .
6. Language is （理解你周围世界的关键要素） .
7. （一天一苹果，医生远离我） .
8. There we saw some people （放风筝） .
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2.语法
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Presentation
祈使句
表示命令、请求、建议、劝告的句子被称为祈使句。所有的祈使句都省略主语即第二人称 you。 祈使句以动词原形开头，形容词之前用动词 be。祈使句的否定式用“don’t +动词原形”。
Open the door, please.
Be careful next time.
Don’t mention it.
真题讲解
中考英语“根据所给要求，改写下列句子” Tell Harry the news when you see him, please. (改为否定句) Harry the news when you see him, please. 本题考查将陈述句转换为否定句。注意本句是祈使句，因此改为否定句要注意祈使句的否定形 式是 Don’t 加上动词原形。本题答案为 Don’t tell。
注意
祈使句的反意疑问句，仅 Let’s…句型用 shall we, 其他都用 will you。 Let’s have a picnic, shall we Let us have a barbecue, will you Please open the window, will you Please don’t close the window, will you
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Practice
)
I. Choose the best answer.
( ) 1. Chinese in your English class.
A. Don’t speaking B. Speak out C. Don’t speak D. Not speak ( ) 2. Let us go fishing this Saturday,
A. won’t you B. do you C. will you D. don’t you ( ) 3. Her doctor said, “ work too hard.”
A. Stop B. Don’t C. Can’t D. No
( ) 4. Cindy, to be here at 8 o’clock tomorrow morning.
A. is sure B. is sure that C. will be sure D. be sure
( ) 5. him the secret, will you
A. Don’t tell B. Not to tell C. Not telling D. No telling ( ) 6. in bed. It’s bad for your eyes.
A. Not to read B. Don’t read C. Don’t to read D. Not read
( ) 7. your child. We’ll look after him.
A. Not to worry about B. Don’t worry about
C. Not worry for D. Don’t worry with
( ) 8. tell a lie.
A. Hardly B. Not C. No D. Never
( ) 9. do it by myself, Ms. Zhang.
A. Let’s B. Let me C. Let us D. Allow
( ) 10.John, read the text for us,
A. does he B. will he C. do you D. will you
plete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms.
1. It’s an important meeting. (not, be) late!
2. (not, make) any noise! Your mother is sleeping.
3. (not, speak) with your mouth full of food and (be) polite at the table. 4. (not, talk) or (read) aloud in the library.
5. Let’s (not, say) anything about it.
6. (look) out! A car is coming.
7. (give) us ten years and just see what our country will be like.
8. (not, let) the baby cry.
9. Wear more clothes or you (catch) a cold.
10. (not, leave) your homework for tomorrow, Larry.
III. Translate the following Chinese into English.
1. 请照看好您的包。
2. 让我们去学校吧!
3. 亲爱的,高兴点儿。
4. 不要把书放这儿。
5. 不要让猫进来。
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Homework
)
I. Fill in the blanks with the proper conjunctions.
( ) 1. carefully, Michael! There's a school ahead.
A. Drive B. To drive C. Drove D. Driving ( ) 2. Stop about the traffic. Just think about what we can do to improve it.
A. complain B. to complain C. complaining D. complained ( ) 3. Don't jump to a conclusion! Let's the problem first.
A. to discuss B. discuss C. discussed D. discussion
( ) 4. Your homework is well done. Just some small mistakes in it.
A. create B. connect C. correct D. control
( ) 5. Keep an English diary, your English will improve.
A. or B. since C. when D. and
( ) 6. Be careful! There’s some broken glass on the ground. The underlined part means “ ”
A. Look out B. Go ahead C. Get ready D. Keep quite ( ) 7. It’s time for sports. Let’s bowling, shall we
A. go B. to go C. going D. goes
( ) 8. "Tom, afraid of speaking in public. You are no longer a small boy, " said Mum.
A. not be B. not to be C. be not D. don't be
( ) 9. —Shall we call for a taxi
—OK. Let me the phone number in Yellow Pages.
A. look at B. look for C. look up D. look after ( ) 10. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, you’ll never really learn the language.
A. or B. so C. but D. and
plete the following sentences as required.
1. Tell Harry the news when you see him ，please ． (改为否定句)
Harry the news when you see him ，please .
2. Let’s be a green consumer and help to protect the Earth. (改为反意疑问句)
Let’s be a green consumer and help to protect the Earth ，
3. Be careful, a car is coming! Get out of the way. (保持句意不变)
, a car is coming! Get out of the way.
4. Don’t pick the flowers in the garden. (改为反意疑问句)
Don’t pick the flowers in the garden,
3.阅读综合训练（1）
A. Choose the best answer （根据短文内容，选择最恰当的答案）
Hiking is not only one of the best forms of physical exercise, but it is also one of the best forms of relaxation. It is good for all ages and especially good as a family and group activity.
Since there are so many different kinds of hiking, it is not possible to give any general rules to follow. Short and frequent hikes, needing no planning or special equipment, are enjoyed by most people.
Keep in shape by walking at a fast pace for at least 15 minutes every day. Climbing stairs instead of using a lift and running not too far is also a good way of keeping in shape.
On any hike nothing is more important than good, comfortable shoes.
The things you take might include matches in a waterproof box, a knife, compass, map, first aid items and flashlight.
Cameras may be taken, but don’t load with too much.
On longer hikes keep a comfortable, steady pace and take rest stops often.
Drink only safe water. If in doubt, boil the water.
Don't go along the busy roads. When you have to use a road, keep as far over on the left as possible.
Leave word at home or some other places as to where you are going and when you plan to return.
On almost any hike, a map is a good idea. If going into a strange place, a detailed map is most helpful.
Take along a field guide on flowers, birds, rocks, or other subjects depending upon your interests. This can add greatly to the enjoyment and educational value of your hike.
( ) 1. The author thinks that hiking is especially valuable for .
A. single persons B. families C. old people D. everyone
( ) 2. Generally speaking, hiking is .
A. a relaxing form of exercise B. a dangerous activity for older people C. not as popular as it was once D. a good way of keeping in shape
( ) 3. The author feels that the most basic thing on a hike is .
A. a new map B. a set of outdoor tools
C. a pair of good shoes D. only safe water
( ) 4. Which of the following is Not True according to the passage
A. You need no planning or special equipment for short and frequent hikes.
B. A detailed map is most helpful if you happen to enter a strange place.
C. It’s better to climb stairs than use a life if you want to keep in shape.
D. Taking matches in a waterproof box or a knife is not necessary when hiking. ( ) 5. The author suggests .
A. leaving cameras at home B. drinking water from streams only
C. carrying more clothes D. keeping away from heavy traffic
( ) 6. The author mostly talks about .
A. general rules for hiking in mountains areas(山区)
B. steps to be taken against dangerous animals
C. general things that should be paid attention to in hiking
D. all the things that are needed in hiking
B. Choose the words or expressions and complete the passage（选择最恰当的单词或词语完成短文)
The International Climate Champions (ICC) project began in 2007. It gives young people of school age a chance to speak publicly on climate change and to call on people to take action to reduce its 1 . Each country involved selects three teenagers to be Climate Champions, who take part in local and international activities.
Climate Champion Irene Sanna lived on the Italian island of Sardinia. Irene is interested in solar energy, and 2 believes that Sardinia should use the waves around its coast to produce electricity. ‘We must make our plans to save our coast, which still has no pollution. We must protect the animals, birds and fish in danger from global warming. And we must recycle. ’
Chinese student Ding Yinghan is the Beijing Climate Champion. Ding feels it is not 3 to say that just one country – his own – is causing climate change. He says the air pollution that leads to global warming comes from many parts of the world, including poorer countries that are now growing more quickly. He believes the only way to 4 the situation getting even worse is for rich and poor countries to work together.
Sophia Angelis, a junior student in California, is a US Champion. She’s against young people’s generation lack of interest in politics and feels they need to discuss the problems that really matter to their generation. Sophia strongly believes that climate change is an important issue for her generation. For her, 5 in the way teenagers behave are an important way of influencing choices made by parents.
In 2008, the Climate Champion attended the International Conference of Environment Ministers in the Japanese city of Kobe. 6 , 30 countries are involved in the ICC, and more countries are expected to join
soon.
1. A. support B. amount C. costs D. effects
2. A. hardly B. also C. never D. only
3. A. proud B. common C. fair D. important
4. A. protect B. improve C. prevent D. explain
5. A. changes B. problems C. characters D. advantages
6. A. After all B. At present C. For example D. What’s more
C. Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words（在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通顺， 每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
Someone sent me a group e-mail the other day. One of those that end with: send this to 10 friends … I liked the story and it really got me thinking.
Here’s the story from the e-mail:
Recently I overheard a father and a daughter in their last moments together at the a 1 . They had announced the departure.
Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the father said, ‘I love you, and I wish you enough. ’
They kissed and the daughter left. The father walked over to the window where I was seated. I tried to leave him some privacy, but I could not keep m 2 from asking:
‘When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, ‘I wish you enough.’ May I ask what that means ’
He began to smile. ‘That’s a wish that is p 3 on from generation to generation. My parents used to say it to everyone. ’
He paused a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it in d 4 , and he smiled even more.
‘When we said, ‘I wish you enough,’ we were wanting the other person to have a life filled with just enough good things to carry them on. ’
T 5 , slowly turning toward me, he shared the following as if he were reciting it from memory. I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude b 6 no matter how gray the day may appear.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun even more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive and everlasting.
I wish you enough pain so that even the s 7 of joys in life may appear bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.
D. Answer the questions (根据以下内容回答问题)
When my family moved to America from a small village in Guangdong, China, we brought not only our luggage, but also our village rules, customs and culture. One of the rules is that young people should always respect elders. Unluckily, this rule led to my very first embarrassment(难堪) in the United States.
I had a part-time job as a waiter in a Chinese restaurant. One time, when I was serving food to a middle-aged couple, the wife asked me how the food could be served so quickly. I told her that I had made sure they got their food quickly because I always respect the elderly. As soon as I said that, her face showed great displeasure. My manager, who happened to hear what I said, took me aside and gave me a long lecture about how sensitive (敏感) Americans are and how they dislike the description “old”. I then walked back to the table and apologized to the wife. After the couple heard my reason, they understood that the problem was caused by cultural differences, so they laughed and were no longer angry.
In my village in China, people are proud of being old. Not so many people live to be seventy or eighty, and people who reach such an age have the most knowledge and experience. Young people always respect older people because they know they can learn from their rich experience.
However, in the United States, people think "growing old" is a problem since "old" shows that a person is going to retire or that the body is not working well. Here many people try to keep themselves away from growing old by doing exercises or jogging, and women put on makeup, hoping to look young. When I told the couple in the restaurant that I respect the elderly, they got angry because this caused them to feel they had failed to stay young. I had told them something they didn't want to hear.
After that, I changed the way I had been with older people. It is not that I don't respect them any more; I still respect them, but now I don't show my feelings through words.
By Jack
1. Did people in Guangdong respect elders
2. Why did Jack bring the couple their food very first
3. How did the couple feel when Jack explained to them
4. What do Americans think about “growing old”
5. What did Jack learn from the experience
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1.词汇
)
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I. Complete the following sentences with the words or phrases in the box. Each can only be used once and notice there is one word or phrase more than you need.
investigated judges Internet junior journey keen introduced knowledge
1. The cafe in the town provides high-speed connection for downloading any file.
2. The Beatles changed the nature of rock and pop music, new sounds and rhythms to England and even set their own music style.
3. We hurried to the library, but it was closed when we got there. It was really a wasted . 4. She started to work as a reporter for a local newspaper.
5. We will have a general quiz at our class meeting tomorrow.
6. Sherlock Holmes many cases by following the footprints left at the scene of the crime. 7. She takes a interest in dinosaurs. ( )
8. There are three or the national speech competition.
plete the following sentences with the given words in their proper forms.
1. Nobody thought that he would be a successful . (invent)
2 Shortly afterwards, we received a handwritten party from him. (invite)
3. If you want to be an excellent , you should work harder. (journal)
4. This unexpected touched her deeply. (kind)
5. Ben has shown an in learning French. (interested)
6. The sound of a large bunch of caught her attention. (key)
7. That night, all the citizens of Troy celebrated around the horse and made about their enemies, the stupid Greeks. (joke)
8. Recently I’ve got very in photography. (interest)
plete the following sentences with proper words. The first letter of each word has been given.
1. Thank you for i me to the party.
2. The fishermen had to leave their homes on the i and start a new life on the land.
3. Each passenger should put the life j on because the storm is becoming heavier and heavier.
4. Her comic books have brought great j to millions of kids.
5. I’m not k . I’m serious.
6. The firemen had to k the door in to save the kid from the burning room.
7. It’s hard to k the house clean with three kids.
8. A good strong cup of coffee is j what I need right now.
IV. Sentence transformation.
1. He’s been a member of this club for two years.
→He the club two years .
2. We didn’t go to a movie. We went to the park.
→We went to the park a movie.
3. He was delighted to find out that the house had a large garden.
→ his , he found out that the house had a large garden.
4. I love playing badminton. I love swimming and playing tennis, too.
→I love playing badminton. I and tennis, too.
5. She reads a variety of books.
→She reads all books. ( )
6. His idea helped to prevent the disease from spreading.
→His idea helped to the disease spreading.
V. Complete the following sentences according to the Chinese given.
1. His job during the School Art Festival is （采访学生们音乐方面的爱 好） .
2. it is to play together! （一起玩多开心啊！）
3. （乘坐公共汽车从伦敦到雅典的整个旅程） takes 60 hours. 4. （教书不是高薪职业） , but a really challenging one.
5. The Internet enables you （与不同地方的朋友保持联系） .
6. Language is （理解你周围世界的关键要素） .
7. （一天一苹果，医生远离我） .
8. There we saw some people （放风筝） .
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2.语法
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Presentation
祈使句
表示命令、请求、建议、劝告的句子被称为祈使句。所有的祈使句都省略主语即第二人称 you。 祈使句以动词原形开头，形容词之前用动词 be。祈使句的否定式用“don’t +动词原形”。
Open the door, please.
Be careful next time.
Don’t mention it.
真题讲解
中考英语“根据所给要求，改写下列句子” Tell Harry the news when you see him, please. (改为否定句) Harry the news when you see him, please. 本题考查将陈述句转换为否定句。注意本句是祈使句，因此改为否定句要注意祈使句的否定形 式是 Don’t 加上动词原形。本题答案为 Don’t tell。
注意
祈使句的反意疑问句，仅 Let’s…句型用 shall we, 其他都用 will you。 Let’s have a picnic, shall we Let us have a barbecue, will you Please open the window, will you Please don’t close the window, will you
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Practice
)
I. Choose the best answer.
( ) 1. Chinese in your English class.
A. Don’t speaking B. Speak out C. Don’t speak D. Not speak ( ) 2. Let us go fishing this Saturday,
A. won’t you B. do you C. will you D. don’t you ( ) 3. Her doctor said, “ work too hard.”
A. Stop B. Don’t C. Can’t D. No
( ) 4. Cindy, to be here at 8 o’clock tomorrow morning.
A. is sure B. is sure that C. will be sure D. be sure
( ) 5. him the secret, will you
A. Don’t tell B. Not to tell C. Not telling D. No telling
( ) 6. in bed. It’s bad for your eyes.
A. Not to read B. Don’t read C. Don’t to read D. Not read
( ) 7. your child. We’ll look after him.
A. Not to worry about B. Don’t worry about
C. Not worry for D. Don’t worry with
( ) 8. tell a lie.
A. Hardly B. Not C. No D. Never
( ) 9. do it by myself, Ms. Zhang.
A. Let’s B. Let me C. Let us D. Allow
( ) 10.John, read the text for us,
A. does he B. will he C. do you D. will you
plete the sentences with the given words in their proper forms.
1. It’s an important meeting. (not, be) late!
2. (not, make) any noise! Your mother is sleeping.
3. (not, speak) with your mouth full of food and (be) polite at the table. 4. (not, talk) or (read) aloud in the library.
5. Let’s (not, say) anything about it.
6. (look) out! A car is coming.
7. (give) us ten years and just see what our country will be like.
8. (not, let) the baby cry.
9. Wear more clothes or you (catch) a cold.
10. (not, leave) your homework for tomorrow, Larry.
III. Translate the following Chinese into English.
1. 请照看好您的包。
2. 让我们去学校吧!
3. 亲爱的,高兴点儿。
4. 不要把书放这儿。
5. 不要让猫进来。
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Homework
)
I. Fill in the blanks with the proper conjunctions.
( ) 1. carefully, Michael! There's a school ahead.
A. Drive B. To drive C. Drove D. Driving ( ) 2. Stop about the traffic. Just think about what we can do to improve it.
A. complain B. to complain C. complaining D. complained ( ) 3. Don't jump to a conclusion! Let's the problem first.
A. to discuss B. discuss C. discussed D. discussion
( ) 4. Your homework is well done. Just some small mistakes in it.
A. create B. connect C. correct D. control
( ) 5. Keep an English diary, your English will improve.
A. or B. since C. when D. and
( ) 6. Be careful! There’s some broken glass on the ground. The underlined part means “ ”
A. Look out B. Go ahead C. Get ready D. Keep quite ( ) 7. It’s time for sports. Let’s bowling, shall we
A. go B. to go C. going D. goes
( ) 8. "Tom, afraid of speaking in public. You are no longer a small boy, " said Mum.
A. not be B. not to be C. be not D. don't be
( ) 9. —Shall we call for a taxi
—OK. Let me the phone number in Yellow Pages.
A. look at B. look for C. look up D. look after ( ) 10. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes, you’ll never really learn the language.
A. or B. so C. but D. and
plete the following sentences as required.
1. Tell Harry the news when you see him ，please ． (改为否定句)
Harry the news when you see him ，please .
2. Let’s be a green consumer and help to protect the Earth. (改为反意疑问句)
Let’s be a green consumer and help to protect the Earth ，
3. Be careful, a car is coming! Get out of the way. (保持句意不变)
, a car is coming! Get out of the way.
4. Don’t pick the flowers in the garden. (改为反意疑问句)
Don’t pick the flowers in the garden,
3.阅读综合训练（1）
A. Choose the best answer （根据短文内容，选择最恰当的答案）
Hiking is not only one of the best forms of physical exercise, but it is also one of the best forms of relaxation. It is good for all ages and especially good as a family and group activity.
Since there are so many different kinds of hiking, it is not possible to give any general rules to follow. Short and frequent hikes, needing no planning or special equipment, are enjoyed by most people.
Keep in shape by walking at a fast pace for at least 15 minutes every day. Climbing stairs instead of using a lift and running not too far is also a good way of keeping in shape.
On any hike nothing is more important than good, comfortable shoes.
The things you take might include matches in a waterproof box, a knife, compass, map, first aid items and flashlight.
Cameras may be taken, but don’t load with too much.
On longer hikes keep a comfortable, steady pace and take rest stops often.
Drink only safe water. If in doubt, boil the water.
Don't go along the busy roads. When you have to use a road, keep as far over on the left as possible.
Leave word at home or some other places as to where you are going and when you plan to return.
On almost any hike, a map is a good idea. If going into a strange place, a detailed map is most helpful.
Take along a field guide on flowers, birds, rocks, or other subjects depending upon your interests. This can add greatly to the enjoyment and educational value of your hike.
( ) 1. The author thinks that hiking is especially valuable for .
A. single persons B. families C. old people D. everyone
( ) 2. Generally speaking, hiking is .
A. a relaxing form of exercise B. a dangerous activity for older people C. not as popular as it was once D. a good way of keeping in shape
( ) 3. The author feels that the most basic thing on a hike is .
A. a new map B. a set of outdoor tools
C. a pair of good shoes D. only safe water
( ) 4. Which of the following is Not True according to the passage
A. You need no planning or special equipment for short and frequent hikes.
B. A detailed map is most helpful if you happen to enter a strange place.
C. It’s better to climb stairs than use a life if you want to keep in shape.
D. Taking matches in a waterproof box or a knife is not necessary when hiking. ( ) 5. The author suggests .
A. leaving cameras at home B. drinking water from streams only
C. carrying more clothes D. keeping away from heavy traffic
( ) 6. The author mostly talks about .
A. general rules for hiking in mountains areas(山区)
B. steps to be taken against dangerous animals
C. general things that should be paid attention to in hiking
D. all the things that are needed in hiking
B. Choose the words or expressions and complete the passage（选择最恰当的单词或词语完成短文)
The International Climate Champions (ICC) project began in 2007. It gives young people of school age a chance to speak publicly on climate change and to call on people to take action to reduce its 1 . Each country involved selects three teenagers to be Climate Champions, who take part in local and international activities.
Climate Champion Irene Sanna lived on the Italian island of Sardinia. Irene is interested in solar energy, and 2 believes that Sardinia should use the waves around its coast to produce electricity. ‘We must make our plans to save our coast, which still has no pollution. We must protect the animals, birds and fish in danger from global warming. And we must recycle. ’
Chinese student Ding Yinghan is the Beijing Climate Champion. Ding feels it is not 3 to say that just one country – his own – is causing climate change. He says the air pollution that leads to global warming comes from many parts of the world, including poorer countries that are now growing more quickly. He believes the only way to 4 the situation getting even worse is for rich and poor countries to work together.
Sophia Angelis, a junior student in California, is a US Champion. She’s against young people’s generation lack of interest in politics and feels they need to discuss the problems that really matter to their generation. Sophia strongly believes that climate change is an important issue for her generation. For her, 5 in the way teenagers behave are an important way of influencing choices made by parents.
In 2008, the Climate Champion attended the International Conference of Environment Ministers in the Japanese city of Kobe. 6 , 30 countries are involved in the ICC, and more countries are expected to join
soon.
1. A. support B. amount C. costs D. effects
2. A. hardly B. also C. never D. only
3. A. proud B. common C. fair D. important
4. A. protect B. improve C. prevent D. explain
5. A. changes B. problems C. characters D. advantages
6. A. After all B. At present C. For example D. What’s more
C. Read the passage and fill in the blanks with proper words（在短文的空格内填入适当的词，使其内容通顺， 每空格限填一词，首字母已给)
Someone sent me a group e-mail the other day. One of those that end with: send this to 10 friends … I liked the story and it really got me thinking.
Here’s the story from the e-mail:
Recently I overheard a father and a daughter in their last moments together at the a 1 . They had
announced the departure.
Standing near the security gate, they hugged and the father said, ‘I love you, and I wish you enough. ’
They kissed and the daughter left. The father walked over to the window where I was seated. I tried to leave him some privacy, but I could not keep m 2 from asking:
‘When you were saying good-bye, I heard you say, ‘I wish you enough.’ May I ask what that means ’
He began to smile. ‘That’s a wish that is p 3 on from generation to generation. My parents used to say it to everyone. ’
He paused a moment and looked up as if trying to remember it in d 4 , and he smiled even more.
‘When we said, ‘I wish you enough,’ we were wanting the other person to have a life filled with just enough good things to carry them on. ’
T 5 , slowly turning toward me, he shared the following as if he were reciting it from memory.
I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude b 6 no matter how gray the day may appear.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun even more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive and everlasting.
I wish you enough pain so that even the s 7 of joys in life may appear bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough hellos to get you through the final good-bye.
D. Answer the questions (根据以下内容回答问题)
When my family moved to America from a small village in Guangdong, China, we brought not only our luggage, but also our village rules, customs and culture. One of the rules is that young people should always respect elders. Unluckily, this rule led to my very first embarrassment(难堪) in the United States.
I had a part-time job as a waiter in a Chinese restaurant. One time, when I was serving food to a middle-aged couple, the wife asked me how the food could be served so quickly. I told her that I had made sure they got their food quickly because I always respect the elderly. As soon as I said that, her face showed great displeasure. My manager, who happened to hear what I said, took me aside and gave me a long lecture about how sensitive (敏感) Americans are and how they dislike the description “old”. I then walked back to the table and apologized to the wife. After the couple heard my reason, they understood that the problem was caused by cultural differences, so they laughed and were no longer angry.
In my village in China, people are proud of being old. Not so many people live to be seventy or eighty, and people who reach such an age have the most knowledge and experience. Young people always respect older people because they know they can learn from their rich experience.
However, in the United States, people think "growing old" is a problem since "old" shows that a person is going to retire or that the body is not working well. Here many people try to keep themselves away from growing old by doing exercises or jogging, and women put on makeup, hoping to look young. When I told the couple in the restaurant that I respect the elderly, they got angry because this caused them to feel they had failed to stay young. I had told them something they didn't want to hear.
After that, I changed the way I had been with older people. It is not that I don't respect them any more; I still respect them, but now I don't show my feelings through words.
By Jack
1. Did people in Guangdong respect elders
2. Why did Jack bring the couple their food very first
3. How did the couple feel when Jack explained to them
4. What do Americans think about “growing old”
5. What did Jack learn from the experience
6. Think of a title for this passage
