广东省茂名市高州2019-2020学年八年级下学期英语第二次段考试卷

    Lisa was a single mother who lived with her little son. She lost her job two years ago and they had a very hard life. Being poor was terrible. Her heart was broken every time her son asked, "Can I have some1bread and jam please, Mommy?"

One day, when her son asked the same question again, she decided to prepare 2 big meal for him with the only 6 dollars in her hand. She went to the supermarket, bought some food and cooked at home. Lisa was a shy mother, 3 she was strong-minded (意志坚强的)."4 is time to make a change," she thought. She used to love writing. In order to make some money, she began to write articles for magazines day and night.

Things went 5. The local food bank started to provide her 6 some free vegetables every month. Her son finally had enough to eat. Once he told Lisa that the dishes she made were delicious. 7, an idea came to Lisa's mind, "Why not share my recipes（食谱）on the Internet?" She did. Many people liked her recipes and she became popular.

    Soon after that, some reporters interviewed her and asked her to write a book on 8. When Lisa got the money for the book she wrote, she had a good sleep for the 9 night during the two years. Now, Lisa has a well-paid job and a beautiful home, but she'll 10forget the days when she worked hard for a good life.

    On my 14th birthday I woke up feeling bad. I was at home1. My parents had gone to work. They left meon such a2 day.I was preparing myself for the exciting day3 I got a message from my father. "Happy birthdayto you. Go into my room now," he said. When I went inside, I saw a new4 with a note saying, "Get dressed and thenget downstairs." I was excited and5 the dress quickly. My parents were6 me in the car outside. They were just smiling anddidn't7 me wherewe were going.

    After twenty minutes the8 stoppedin front of a huge amusement park. Great! I was always dreaming of visiting here.I enjoyed9 a lotinside the park, and I couldn't stop10 allday. I knew my parents always love me. It was one of the most unforgettable (难忘的) days in my life.

Venice   Venice is in the northeast of Italy. It was built on small islands in saltwater lakes more than 1, 500 years ago. Venice is a city with no cars and people travel by boat. There are 117 waterways and more than 400 bridges that can guide you where you want to go.

Auckland   Auckland is the largest city in New Zealand. In the seaside city, you can enjoy an amazing view from the city's tallest tower一the Sky Tower. You can also see Maori traditional dances at the Auckland Museum. Auckland is called "The city of Sails" because it has more boats than anywhere else in the world.

Los Angeles   Los Angeles was founded in 1781. It is now the second largest city in the United States. It is famous for its modern highways and its movie stars of Hollywood. There are many beautiful beaches near the city.

Budapest   The population of Budapest is about three million and the city is a very popular place for tourists. Visitors like to take boat rides along the Danube(多瑙河). Budapest is also known for its exciting nightlife. The best time to visit Budapest is summer since it is very cold in winter.

    People are so busy these days that many people have no time to cook. This becomesa problem, because most families love home cooking. The food tastes good and warm,and a family meal brings everyone together. In some families, meals are often theonly time everyone sees one another at the same time.

Another reason peopleenjoy home cooking is that it is often a way of showing love. A parent who makessome cookies is not justsatisfyinga child's sweet tooth. She or he is sending a message. The message says, "Icare about you enough to spend an hour making cookies that you will eat up in 15minutes if I let you."

    There is also something about the smell of homecooking. The smell of home cooking please people of all ages. It makes most of usfeel good and loved—even if we are the ones doing the cooking. Next time you smella cake making, stop for a moment and pay attention to your mood (心情).

    I have a problem. Yesterday afternoon, I argued(争吵) with my best friend, Kim. And she very angry. I thought about it for a long time last . Now, I know I was at that time. But I don't know I should do. My mother thinks I go to see Kim. My father thinks I should call Kim and say to her. And my brother says I should call "Teen Talk", the radio program. My sister tells I should call up my teacher for . Their opinions are very good. And I decided have a talk with Kim. I will explain to her how wrongly I did. We should communicate each other well. I'm sure we'll be good friends again.

    Giving children chores to do at home can help them to play an important part in the family life. Younger children often love the chance to help with simple chores. But when they get older, they may not like to do them！What chores do children in Western countries do? You can find the answer in the following "Age Appropriate Chores Chart".

Age Appropriate Chores Chart

内容包括：

1）做家务可以帮助孩子学会自己照顾自己；

2）做家务可以使孩子保持身体健康、强壮；

3）做家务可以帮助孩子学到很多东西；

4）做家务可以帮助孩子理解父母的辛苦；

5）孩子在家里应该主动分担家务。

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