甘肃省兰州四中2024年中考英语模拟测试题

The  Mister Li introduces a science show. 

Place: in the hall of the

Time: from 8: 00 to 10: 00 tomorrow

Things on show: many  inventions

Attention: You can take photo, but don't touch anything.

Telephone number:

—____ great country it is! I'm proud of being Chinese. 

—There ____a boat race and a show. 

—Sure. But I didn't read it _______ last year. 

—It ____ be her. She has gone to Shanghai for an English speech competition. 

—I agree with you. 

— ____ I left it at home. 

Many people think that Americans1 their cars almost more than anything else. When2 people are fourteen years old, they want to have their3 cars. They don't ask for a car from their4 . So many of them work in5 time during their last year of high school to buy a car. Learning to6 and getting a driver's license may be one of the most exciting things in a young person's life.

Some people almost7 go to a doctor when they are ill. But they will 8 their cars to a garage as soon as they think there is a9 . On Saturdays or Sundays some people may10 most of their time washing and repairing their cars. 

Who designed (设计) the first helicopter (直升飞机)? Who1 of the most famous pictures in the world? Who knew more about the human body than most2 ? There is an answer3 all these questions — Leonardo de Vinci (达·芬奇).

Leonardo may have been the greatest genius (天才)4 have ever known. He lived in Italy around the year 1500, but many of his inventions seem modern to us today. For example, one of his notebooks has drawings of a helicopter. Of course, he couldn't5 a helicopter with the things he had. But scientists say his idea would have worked.

But Leonardo6 an inventor. He was one of the greatest artists of his day. By the time he was twenty years old, he was called a master ( 大师) painter, and as he got older he became7 more famous. Sometimes he drew a hand ten different ways8 he was ready to paint. 

Many of Leonardo's wonderful paintings are still with9 today. You may know one of his most famous works the10 woman known as the Mona Lisa.

Chinese dishes highlight （增色） Beijing Winter Olympics. Many foreign Winter Olympics players have gone crazy about Chinese food. 

Shlagel Farms I Waldorf, MD

Less than 20 miles from DC, Shlagel Farms is one of the most popular pick-your-own strawberry places in the area, their season beginning in early June. While there, you can also pick up something to cook for dinner-Shlagel also offers farm raised beef, pork, and chicken! Iť' s open for PYO from 8am- 6pm seven days a week. 

Wegmeyer Farms I Loudoun County, VA

With three locations in Northern Virginia, Wegmeyer offers varying strawberry picking experiences as the settings differ at each. The PYO season will begin at all three locations in May. Check the website for updates, hours, and directions. Picking reservations can be made through the website the niht before. 

Mackintosh Fruit Farm I Berryville, VA

The family-owned farm in the Shenandoah Valley will be open to the public in late May with access to their strawberry fields, then blueberries, peaches, and apples. Plan on lunch while you're there - along with fruits and veggies （蔬菜），the farm also offers a variety of menu items prepared fresh every day from their own produce. Hours are 8am-6pm, Wednesday through Sunday. 

Larriland Farm | Woodbine, MD

About an hour's drive from DC in Howard County, Larriland Farm always gets great reviews for both its produce and beauty. The PYO season is expected to start with strawberries in late May/early June this year followed by its full range of berries soon after, from June - October, too. Apple picking usually begins in late August. Summer hours are Tuesday 9am - 5pm, Wednesday to Friday 9am - 6pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am-8pm. 

The aim of students who come to school is to study. But to study needs a right way or we would waste time or money. 

The following ways may be helpful for you. The best time for reading is morning. Because in the morning, the air is fresh and our minds are clear. In studying we must be patient. If we don't understand a text well, we must read it again. We shouldn't read the text one time unless we have learned the first time well. 

When we are studying, we must put our hearts into the book. We cannot read absent - mindedly, or we can get nothing from the book while we are reading. 

We must always ask "whys". If it is not understood well, write it down and ask our teach- ers or parents, brothers, sisters or friends, in any possible way. We must know it completely and then our knowledge can be used well. Though there are many ways for studying, however, the above mentioned will be quite enough if we can keep them in heart and do so.

For many girls from villages in China, a dream job could be anything, except working in a village. But Zhang Guifang, a 24-year-old college graduate, gave up running her business in Tianjin and returned to her village. 

As a young member of the Communist Party of China, she was chosen as the Party secretary of Sanjia village in December, 2021. Although she once had many ways to develop her village, they weren't put into practice because of lacking money. The "rainbow village" idea was accepted because it didn't cost a lot of money. Zhang hoped to bring in many tourists through this project and develop the local economy（经济）.

She spent five months planning the creation of wall paintings of colourful sunflowers, wings and balloons to make the houses and walls of the village beautiful. For the first time, Sanjia has become famous, with pictures of the village spreading quickly on the Internet. 

As a young village head, Zhang's job isn't easy. There are endless things to do, and there are no days off. She often cried at first and once wanted to give up. But she told herself that no matter how hard things were, she would hold on for another month. Slowly, she was approved（认可） by many villagers, which improved her confidence and led her to set bigger goals.

Zhang hoped that as long as she was there, Sanjia would go in a better direction towards a bright future. 

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor activities. Many people like to go swimming, hiking, or camping during summer vacation. However, it's important to remember that safety should always be a top priority. 

Before going on a hiking trip, it's essential to prepare properly. This includes wearing suitable clothing and shoes, as well as bringing necessary equipment like a map, compass, and first aid kit. It's also important to tell someone about your plans and stay aware of the weather fore cast. 

Swimming is another popular activity during summer. However, accidents can happen in the water. To stay safe, always swim in supervised areas and wear a life jacket if necessary. It's also important to avoid swimming alone or in unfamiliar waters. 

Camping is a great way to enjoy the great outdoors. But remember to follow safety guidelines, such as setting up your tent in a safe location away from trees and rocks. Also, be sure bring adequate shelter, warm clothing, and a flashlight or lantern to nighttime use. 

In conclusion, summer is a great time for outdoor activities. By following safety precautions and being prepared, you can ensure a fun and enjoyable experience for everyone. 

Think about two people you know. How would you describe their personalities? Are they the s? Of course not! Everyone is different. Even twins have dpersonalities. 

Some people are very outgoing and f. They like to be wother people all the time. And some people are quiet, maybe even shy. They like to be alone or play with a ffriends. 

Some people worry a lot. They may wabout many things. 

H , some people don't worry about anything! They nmind what is going on next. These people are very relaxed. 

Some people are h. They always do their best. They aren't lazy. They always get more chances to have success. 

And don't fthis: Everyone is different. That means you are special. 

Lily and Vera are talking about how to sort the rubbish. L is for Lily, V is for Vera. 

L: Hello, Vera. Good morning!

V: Good morning! How's your weekend, Lily?

L:  B I called you several times yesterday. But no one answered the phone. 

V: Well, I went to school. 

L: You went to school on Sunday, really? 

V: We did a lot of cleaning and helped the cleaners sort the rubbish. 

L: 

V: Yes, everywhere. There's a need to call on more students to join us! 

L: 

V: That's a good idea. But how?

L: 

V: I can't agree with you more. Now I have something to do. 

L: I'm looking forward to your class meeting on Monday. 

要求：
1. 文章应包括所有要点并围绕要点适当发挥；
2. 文章应句式多样，语句流畅，意思连贯；
3. 词数90词左右，开头已给出，不计入总词数。

注意：
1. 文中不得出现考生姓名、校名等个人信息；
2. 不许抄袭、套改。

参考词汇：奋斗（strive）、成就（achievement）。

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