牛津版（深圳•广州）初中英语八年级上学期期末模拟试卷（3）

— Fantastic! It's the __________ one I've ever seen.

—Yes, I think so.

——Let me help you.

Do you know what American students do in class? Here are 1 . American classroom customs.

If the teacher asks you a question, you should give the 2 immediately. If you do not understand the question, you should 3 you hand and ask the teacher to repeat the question. If you do not know the answer, it is all right 4 the teacher that you do not know.

Be 5 time! It is 6 to be late. If you are late, be sure to enter the classroom 7 .Have your books and papers out of your bag before you come 8 the classroom. Then go to your seat and sit quietly. In America, it is not necessary to knock 9 you enter the classroom. Most teachers will give you a low grade if you are often late.

In America, you should call your teacher by his or her last name, not "teacher". Also you should use Mr, Miss, Ms or Mrs. before the 10. This is polite. The teacher will tell you the title that he or she likes.

Is your schoolbag too heavy to carry? The e-schoolbag will help you.

It is said that e-schoolbags are going to be brought into use in Chinese middle schools soon. In fact, the e-schoolbag should perhaps be called an e-textbook. It is a small computer for students.

Heavy schoolbags have long been a serious problem for them. But the e-schoolbag will change everything. It is much lighter than a usual schoolbag. Also it is as small as a usual book, but it can still hold all the things for study, such as a textbook, an exercise book and so on. They can be made into chips that are as small as a stamp. The students can read the text page by page on the screen, take notes, or even send e-mails to their teachers. All they have to do is to put the right chip into the e-schoolbag and press a button.

Some say that e-textbooks can be easily broken. Some say it is not good to students' eyes.

But only time will tell.

    Once upon a time, there lived an old man. He had three sons. One day, he called them together and said, "Sons, I will die soon. To my eldest son give half my camels, to my second, one third(三分之ー), and to my youngest, one ninth(九分之一)." Soon after that he died.

    The old man had seventeen camels, and the three brothers didn't know how to do as their father said. They thought for a long time about the problem, and it seemed that they must either kill some of the camels and cut them into pieces, or disobey their father. At last, they went to their father's old friend and asked for his advice. As soon as he heard their story, he said. "I will help you. I was a good friend of your fathers. I am old. I have only one camel, but take it. It is yours."

    The three sons thanked the old man and took his camel. Now they found it was easy to do as their father wished. The eldest took half—that was nine camels; the second took one third—that was six; and the youngest took one ninth—that was two.

    After each had got his camels, they found that there was still a camel there. To show their thanks to their father's friend, they gave the camel back to him.

    Many large cities in the United States have an area called Chinatown. It was set up by people who came from China. For example, Chinatown in San Francisco, California, began in 1848. The Chinese immigrants(移民) came to America to look for gold in the 1850s. Then the area they lived in later became known as Chinatown.

    Chinatowns were also set up in cities in the western states like Oregon (俄勒冈州) and Washington D. C. during the 19th century. Many Chinese immigrants in these areas helped build the first railroad system across the United States.  However, after the work ended, many Chinese moved to the eastern and middle parts of the United States.

    Chinatowns can also be found in cities outside the United States. For example, the first Chinese immigrants arrived in London in the late 18th century. They were men who worked for the East India Company. Later, the Chinese immigrants opened small shops and restaurants there.

    Today, many people visit Chinatowns. They have special Chinese gates and walking areas for visitors. Chinatowns around the world are not only places where Chinese people live and work, but also places where visitors can learn more about Chinese culture and traditions.

A

    As we all know, having a powerful memory is important. A powerful memory can help you succeed in school, in your job, and in life. It also helps you learn faster, and fast learners are always in demand. With it, you can succeed more easily.

    If you're willing to make a few changes in lifestyle, you should improve your memory first. My goal is to explain every skill that can help you improve your memory.

    You can not only learn memory skills on this website, but also learn how to improve your memory through diet, exercise, sleep and other ways.

    Memory improvement can be achieved in two ways: Improving the health of your brain and using memory skills. These are easier to do than you might think, but you have to make the effort(努力).

    Memory improvement requires time and effort on your part. Of course, I believe that a more powerful brain is well worth the effort!

    Here are a few of the great memory improvement tips. I'll give you the tips in the following part.

    You may have trouble  (learn) language. Here are a few  (idea)to help you learn a language well. Learning the pronunciation of a language is  important part of your language learning. You can learn it  listening to the language as much as possible on the radio or on TV. Building up your vocabulary in a foreign language can take many  (year). Learning words from the context(上下文) in writing and reading materials are probably the best ways  (do)it. Learning the grammar of a language can make you understand  sentences are constructed(构成). And then you can construct your own sentences.  best way to learn grammar well  (be) to take notes and  (remember)some important sentences.

建议:1）在小区内玩耍时，你可以主动与他们交流成为新朋友，并告知家长你想交朋友的想法;

2）请求父母带你去图书馆或一些公共场所，并参加文体活动;

3）在星期天，可外出参加活动等;

4）总之，多参加交流活动，克服困难，保持耐心。

要求:1）涵盖所有要点,意思连贯，符合逻辑;

2）书写规范工整,不得逐字翻译,词数90左右。(提示词: first, second, third, in conclusion)

Dear Better,

    I need some advice on how to make friends. I have just moved to a new city. I am 13. I don't know anybody here and I want to make some friends.

    What's the best way? Where can I meet people?

Yours,

Tony