浙江省湖州市吴兴区2022-2023学年八年级下学期英语期中试题

Jim, a successful businessman, shared the experience of his childhood with others.

When he was 12 years old, his parents1. He was alone and didn't get on well with   others. People always laughed2him. No one wanted to show kindness to him. His only friend was a3named Tige.

One day as he walked down the street, a young lady was walking in front of him. Suddenly one of her bags dropped from her arms. As she stopped to4, she dropped other bags. He came to help her. "Thank you, dear! You are a nice little boy. " She said5.

A6feeling came to him. These were the first 7words he had ever heard. He watched her 8she went far away, and he whistled to (对…吹口哨) his dog and went to the river nearby.

"Thank you, dear! You are a nice little boy. " he repeated (重复) the woman's words. Then in a low9, he said to his dog. "You are a nice little dog!" Tige raised its10as if it understood.

Finally, he got to the river and looked at himself in it. He saw nothing11 a dirty boy.

He washed his face carefully. He looked again and saw a 12nice boy.

After telling this, the businessman stopped for a while, and then he said, "Ladies and gentlemen, this is the very place where that kind woman planted in me the 13 seed(种子） of kindness. All of us should14the power（力量)of kindness". 15you show your kindness to others, you will grow up to a true man.

All students have bad times. What do they usually do when they get into trouble?

My mom is like my friend. I talk about everything to her. Whenever I have some trouble, I can get good advice from her. I have another good friend-my diary. It knows all my secrets. Talking with my two friends always makes me feel better.

——Linda

Laughing helps me when I'm upset. I usually watch funny movies and TV shows. I also love spending my hard time with my best friend Dave. He is humorous and always makes me laugh.

——Peter

Every time I feel bad, I go climbing alone. The study says exercising can help cheer one up. And the beautiful view at the top of the mountain makes me forget all my troubles. Sometimes I shout at the mountain top. It feels fantastic.

——John

A report by the National Health Commission(委员会）showed the health condition(状况) of Chinese people recently.

About 34. 3 percent of the Chinese aged 18 and older are overweight(超重的), and 16. 4 percent of people in the same age group are obese(过度肥胖的). Of children aged between 6 and 17, about 11 percent are overweight and almost 8 percent are obese. More than 10 percent of children under 6 are either obese or overweight.

"The rates(比率）of obesity and being overweight in China are growing fast. It brings many problems to the country, " said ZhaoWenhua, a health expert.

"Having many kinds of food high in sugar and oil and few vegetable sand fruit is the main reason for the rising weight(体重）of Chinese people, "she added.

These days Chinese people are living an unhealthy life, They move less because they don't need to walk much on their way to work or home, and what's more, they spend lots of time using smartphones, according to Zhao.

However, Zhao believes if people try to change their unhealthy habits, it will be possible for them to live a better life and stay away from many illnesses.

To help people live healthily, food factories should make more healthy food, and at the same time, people should learn the importance of health, how to have healthy eating habits and how to exercise properly.

Have you ever heard of a famous charity called Operation Smile?We hope we can help you understand how we are trying to help children all over the world.

Operation Smile was started by a doctor and his wife. In 1982, together with some volunteers，they went to Philippines to help children who had holes in their lips （嘴唇) or inside their mouths. It was very difficult for them to eat and drink. These volunteers worked very hard. But they worried that they could not carry on with the work because they have run out of money. Then they decided to start a charity so that they could help these needy children. They called it Operation Smile. Operation Smile works in more than twenty developing countries and has cured over 10000 children who have problems with their mouths. Operation Smile has won many prizes for its work . On the other hand, Operation Smile trains local doctors and nurses in developing countries so that they can continue to help children when Operation Smile has left.

As to the children with much more serious problems, they will send them to America for further treatment. So show your kindness and generosity （慷慨） to the needy children now. You can send your donation to Operation Smile at local banks. Many thanks from the children who can smile now.

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I was in Houston a few weeks ago, and needed to go back home in Austin the next day. It's a long way to go, so I decided to leave at about 5:00 the next morning.

When I was on the highway, I suddenly (意识到）that I left my wallet at Houston. So I had to (返回）to get it. However, on the way of returning, one tire（轮胎）of my car broke. I was very (焦虑的）because I couldn't (修理）it. No one could give me a hand.

So I closed the doors and called a tow truck(拖车). Soon, a man knocked(敲) on my(窗户）and asked if he could help me. From his looks, I（猜测）he was a bad person. So I refused, telling him the tow truck was coming soon. He said, "Madam, the tow truck will arrive anywhere between 45minutes and never, you aren't going anywhere (直到）you change that tire. "I thought for a while, and then I (开始）to trust him. So I got out. He looked（吃惊的）.

It took a while to change the tire. Then he said, "Thank you for letting me help you. You(自愿给予) me a chance(机会) when most people would never open the door to someone like me. "

Some people want to take exercise, but they are too busy go to gyms or stadiums. In fact, you don't need to go to the gym or the stadium if you really want to exercise. You can exercise in your everyday life. Here are three(example).

First, it's not a good idea(sit) in a chair all the time. You can try using a standing desk. you don't want to use a standing desk, you can leave your chair and have a break. You can also walk around for a few(minute) to make you (relax).

Second, take the stairs instead of(use) lifts. How do you usually get home? Maybe your answer is "I take the lift". Why not (take) the stairs? Going home on foot is a good way. It iskind of exercise. You can exercise your body in this way.

(final), you can also ride your bike to get there. It is not only good for your body, but also meaningful to the environment. Now, lots of people choose to go by bike.

Brandon Forest Park is a place of interest. This large woodland is home to many birds and other wildlife. It's open all year round to visitors.

In the centre of the park is the Forest Shop and Cafe. You can buy maps in the shop and there are all kinds of gifts and souvenirs on sale as well.

The Cafe is open from 9 a. m. to 7 p. m. on Saturday and Sunday. It is open from 9 a. m. to 3 p. m. from Monday to Friday. But on Wednesday it's closed all day.

There's also a large area for visitors to enjoy a picnic lunch. But please don't throw rubbish.

Bicycles are for hire(租用). For an hour it costs$ 3. 5 and for half a day it's $ 9. 79.

Special events are held at the park during the summer. There's going to be an outdoor play, a concert and a horse-riding race this summer.

More information to visit our websitewww. brandon forest park. com.

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