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1、 你校将要举办科学达人秀,假设你是活动负责人王老师,请你根据左边的海报内容用英语写一篇短文,在校英文网站上宣传本次活动,以吸引更多学生参加。
注意: (1)短文需包含海报上的所有要点,可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;(2) 词数:80-100. 短文首句已给出,不计入总词数。(3)参考词汇:experiment n. 实验
Hello, boys and girls! To make you more interested in science, we will hold the science talent show.
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2、 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词,或填入括号中所给单词的正确形式。
Born in Texas, Spud was much smaller than the other kids at school. However, he dreamed of playing in the NBA.
While attending junior high, Spud tried out for the school team, but he (refuse)at first because he was too small. He did not lose heart. When he got the chance at last, he scored 20 (point) in his first game. From then on, he was the star of the team.
In senior high, Spud often had to sit in the stands(看台)because of his height. He practised even (hard) and got the coach to change his mind. Spud went on to become leader of the team.
However, no university would invite him to play basketball (simple) because he was only 170cm tall. He decided to play at junior college. There he led his team to the national championship. This brought him to the attention of North Carolina State University. As a result, he succeeded in (get) a scholarship.
Although he was a great player at university, the NBA was not interested in him he was too short. After playing in another basketball league about a year, the NBA took notice of him. In 1985, Spud joined the Atlanta Hawks. And he became one of the greatest players in the NBA at that time. talented Spud was!
Through hard work, Spud Webb proved that size and body type do not matter——you (achieve) almost anything if you never give up.
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3、 B. 阅读下面短文,然后根据括号内所给汉语意思写出单词的正确形式(每空一词)。
For Chinese students, you must be familiar with writing letters in English exams to a foreign pen pal which begin with "I' m Li Hua". These letters would traditionally (包括)a hopeful line, "I am looking forward to your reply. " Now, they (终于)get replies.
Among them, one came from Miranda, a (英国)woman. She sent a post on Xiaohongshu, along with a letter of her handwritten reply in Chinese characters. Her letter reads:" My dearest Li Hua, I'm sorry for taking so long to write back. I never read your letters, but they have influenced my life greatly. I am no longer (孤身一人)now that I know we travel the world side by side. I am happy to know that even if we never meet, we will always be friends. Thanks for your letter and (友谊)! Your pen pal, Miranda. "
Miranda told that she learned about Li Hua' s story on TikTok (十一)months ago and was so moved that she wanted to write a reply. And another TikTok user said in a (视频)"Writing the letter is a way of connecting with others from different cultures and it also (创建)new relations. "
The stories became so popular that some people in China started (分享)their own memories of writing letters as"Li Hua" when they were students. Many said it made them feel happy and (提醒)them of their youth.
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4、 A. 将方框中所给词语的适当形式填入短文中,每词仅用一次。
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A boy put his hand into a jar(罐)to get some . But he took such a large handful that he could not draw hand out again. He didn't want a single candy and was unable to get them all out at once. He to cry, feeling mad and disappointed. "My boy, "said his mother, "Be satisfied with half the handful you took and you will get your hand out. Then perhaps you can have some more some other time. "
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5、 阅读下面短文,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
"Why can't Grandpa just be normal? Why does he take waveski (水上滑板冲浪) as a(n)1 ? It's so strange. " Carter asked Grandma. Grandma laughed. "I' ve 2 that for many years. "
They were sitting on the beach watching Grandpa and some of his friends in the ocean.
"None of my friends 3 knows what a waveski is, " Carter continued. "Just tell them it's a lot like surfing, but the riders sit on top of a waveski. When the waves(海浪)come, they will 4 the wave just like a surfer, only they paddle(用浆滑)to get out to the waves. "
"Nobody's grandpa does this. "
Grandma 5 . "Well, what should he do instead in his spare time?""I don't know, but it is so dangerous. Maybe only young people can do it. "
"Look! A big wave is coming in!" Grandma 6 the ocean.
Carter saw Grandpa in front of his friends. He was leaning(倾斜)forward and paddling hard, just ahead of the large wave. Carter was 7 at how hard Grandpa was paddling and how fast he was moving. Just then, another huge wave came. This was not good. What if something bad happened?
As the wave drew near, Grandpa paddled harder. He was 8 lifted by the water and stopped paddling. Now, he was riding the wave,9 fast. Carter was amazed. Grandpa was totally 10 .
Carter now realized his grandpa wasn't 11 at all. He was amazing. Completely amazing!" Go Grandpa!" Carter shouted,12 he knew Grandpa couldn't hear him.
When the wave was gone, Grandpa turned towards the 13 and waved to Carter and Grandma. He looked so 14 .
Carter waved back. He wasn't sure 15 , but he had tears in his eyes. He quickly dried them and then waved again.
"Do you think I can be the one riding waves like him?"
"Of course. " Grandma said.
(1)A 、 hobby B 、 example C 、 activity D 、 competition(2)A 、 wondered B 、 mastered C 、 admired D 、 heard(3)A 、 still B 、 also C 、 even D 、 just(4)A 、 hug B 、 ride C 、 discover D 、 record(5)A 、 signed B 、 agreed C 、 shouted D 、 laughed(6)A 、 pointed to B 、 ran along C 、 searched for D 、 listened to(7)A 、 disappointed B 、 upset C 、 surprised D 、 mad(8)A 、 quietly B 、 expectedly C 、 suddenly D 、 safely(9)A 、 shaking B 、 flying C 、 blowing D 、 moving(10)A 、 in danger B 、 in control C 、 in silence D 、 in public(11)A 、 happy B 、 strange C 、 brave D 、 normal(12)A 、 although B 、 and C 、 unless D 、 so(13)A 、 rider B 、 beach C 、 ocean D 、 wave(14)A 、 old B 、 humorous C 、 excited D 、 shy(15)A 、 how B 、 what C 、 where D 、 why -
6、 阅读下面材料,从方框中所给的A——E五个选项中选择正确的选项(其中一项是多余选项),将其序号填入小题,并回答小题。
Everyone has different opinions. This is very common. Your opinion is one of the things that make you different, according to Lisa Linardatos, a clinical psychologist(诊疗心理学家)from Canada.
It is OK to express your own opinions. It's important to show your opinions clearly because no one likes to make friends with people who aren't honest about themselves.
● Listen carefully to other people
Although you may can't wait to explain your side, listening to others explain their points of view first will help keep the conversation calm(平静的). You will also better understand their sides.
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Remember, you' re not trying to start an argument. Don't express yourself too strongly. Winning or losing is not the point. Don'ttry to force your friend to think like you.
● Show your friends that you value your relationship
Even if you disagree about some things, explain them respectfully. For example, when your friend prefer rock while you enjoy classical music, you could try this:" I know you really like rock music, but I'm afraid it's just not my cup of tea. I prefer classical music. I think if I could find a rock version(版本), it would be fun to enjoy it with you. "
In the future, you may have different opinions with many people, like your parents and friends. In fact, this can be a good thing and you can even learn from it. For example, sometimes you may not realize that your ideas are wrong. But by discussing them with others, you have a chance to learn, according to Li Songwei, another psychologist. That confidence will build over time and can shape your personality.
A. Also, expressing different opinions openly makes you look more confident.
B. But you should be careful about how you express your opinions.
C. Try to express your own opinion politely.
D. Don't get worried because it's really normal.
E. This can prevent both of you from being too emotional(情绪的)。
When you have different opinions with your friends, what will you do?(不超过15个词)
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7、 阅读下面材料,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
On the Japanese island of Yakushima, two species(物种)of animals, the macaque monkeys and sika deer, have developed an unusual relationship. Monkeys ride around the island on the deer's backs, smoothing their soft fur as they go. In return, the deer eat fruit left by the monkeys and clean their droppings at night, inadvertently(无意地)cleaning the monkeys' homes. It appears that the two species actively communicate to influence each other's behavior.
Professor Cédric Sueur, an animal behavior expert at the University of Strasbourg, notes that this action suggests a form of communication. "There' s a kind of watching, thinking or understanding. " he says. While it is common for animals to learn behaviors from members of their own species, Sueur and his partners believe that the behavior of the deer and monkeys shows that social learning can appear across species. They name it as"co-culture". "I think there are a lot of species showing co-culture though we' ve never thought about it before. " says Sueur.
As their studies get further, more examples of co-culture are noticed. In Yellowstone Park, crows follow grey wolves to find dead animals in the woods during winter. In the Indian Ocean, octopuses and grouper fish have been found hunting together. These suggest that cross-species cultural influence is more widespread than we thought before.
Professor Jean Leca, an animal expert from Canada, stressed that people used to think animals don't have any culture, but the study shows it is wrong now. "It's very reasonable(合情理的)that different animal species can influence each other in their ways of living and how they see the world. This new idea on animal behavior could change our understanding of the animal kingdom. We should also remember that human behavior might not be the only one of its kind in the world, " he says, "However, more research is needed to fully understand how co-culture develops in the animal world. We scientists must dig deeper to discover the mysteries of it. "
(1)、Why does the writer mention the macaque monkeys and sika deer in the first paragraph?A、To describe a picture. B、To tell us a story. C、To lead into the topic. D、To ask readers a question.(2)、What can we know from Paragraphs 2&3?A、Crows can't find food without the help of wolves. B、Social learning is possible among different species. C、Co-culture is more common on the land than in the ocean. D、Animals can communicate with each other by talking aloud.(3)、What is Jean Leca's opinion towards "co-culture"?A、It has been fully discovered by scientists. B、It only happens among some species by accident. C、It's so normal that people shouldn't be surprised at it. D、It needs to be studied further by scientists in the future.(4)、In which part of the magazine can we probably read the passage?A、Movie Stars. B、Nature World. C、Community Pioneer. D、Sports Events. -
8、 阅读下面材料,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
Imagine picking up a new book that you' re excited to read, sitting in your favorite corner, and turning to the last chapter(章节). While most readers open to page one, there are many people who jump right into the juiciest part of the book——the end, before going back to the beginning and starting from therc. Because that changes the normal experience of reading the book, some people say readers should always begin with the first chapter. Others think starting at the end is perfectly acceptable and may even be the best way to read a book. What do you think? Is it OK to read the last chapter first?
There are many different ways to enjoy a book, and none of them are wrong. Starting with the last pages makes some readers even more curious(好奇的)about the story and helps them decide whether the book is worth reading. Other people don't like to worry about what happens to the characters. Reading ahead helps them relax and appreciate the writing similar to when people reread a book and get more out of it the second time. Some people also enjoy the excitement of guessing exactly how the story will reach an ending they already know.
However, some people think books are meant to be read in the order in which they' re written. Part of the enjoyment of reading a good book is following the action from start to finish, discovering new information about the story and characters bit by bit, and being surprised by the story. Reading the last chapter first is disrespectful to the writer who put in a lot of effort. And if you know the ending, you have to avoid making other people who are reading it feel terrible. That means it's safer not to discuss it with them, though talking about a book can be a big part of the fun of reading it.
(1)、How does the writer lead into the topic?A、By comparing facts. B、By describing a scene. C、By listing numbers. D、By giving an example.(2)、What does the underlined word" appreciate" in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A、Question. B、Collect. C、Admire. D、Translate.(3)、Which is a reason for reading the last chapter first according to Paragraph 2?A、To reread the book more easily. B、To keep curious about the ending of the book. C、To know which is the most interesting chapter. D、To decide if it's necessary to read the whole book.(4)、What can we know from the last paragraph?A、Reading is a process of discovering a book. B、Reading from the end shows respect to the writer. C、Talking about a book makes reading less interesting D、Discussing the ending while reading is always acceptable. -
9、 阅读下面材料,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
Paul Salopek, a writer for National Geographic, started a 38, 624-kilometr e journey from the birthplace of humans in Africa in 2013. He planned to hike through the Middle East, Asia, North America hoping to reach South America by 2027. He tries to follow in the footsteps of ancient humans out of Africa and rediscover the planet.
China is an important stop on Salopek's journey. In 2021, he started his walking in Yunnan. Salopek met people from different ethnic minorities(少数民族). He was deeply moved by the warmth of the local people, who invited him to their homes and treated him with special food. He tried to learn useful expressions from their languages, but they were too difficult to understand.
During the walk, Salopek loved the special Yunnan lifestyle. He would spend several days living with a farmer, talking for a long time under a tree. He would stop to film some young men who were building their houses. He was surprised that in the villages, people still use their hands to build houses and roads, making tools for living and farming. He was impressed by how people slowed down and enjoyed their traditional way of life.
Actually, Salopek is practising slow journalism(新闻工作)along the way, which encourages reporting news with close attention and careful study. "Though technology brings us closer, too much information leaves us little time to think, " said Salopek, "It allows me to make hidden connections that we miss when we travel too fast and catch valuable moments during the journey. "
Salopek is still on the road to uncover the beauty of different cultures. We look forward to seeing what his journey takes him next.
(1)、Where did Salopek begin his journey?A、Africa. B、Asia. C、North America. D、South America.(2)、What did Salopek do in Yunnan?A、Learned the local language well. B、Worked on the field with local farmers. C、Invited local people to have meals together. D、Recorded how local people made houses.(3)、What does the underlined word "It" in Paragraph 4 refer to?A、Slow journalism. B、Encouraging news. C、Modern technology. D、Plenty of information.(4)、Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?A、Enjoying Slow Life in Yunnan B、Seeing the World through News C、Finding My Path on Journeys D、Discovering the World Step by Step -
10、 阅读下面材料,然后从各题所给的四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
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(1)、Which of the following statement is TRUE about English Unlocked!?A、It has 8 books to choose from. B、It's specially written for the travel lovers. C、It offers different ways to learn English. D、It provides less than 50 hours of learning material.(2)、Who is probably interested in the text?A、Peter, a student who hopes to learn English himself. B、Tom, a student who expects to get English books for free. C、Austin, a student who wants to join a computer club. D、Chris, a student who plans to find an English teacher.(3)、What is this text?A、A notice. B、An ad. C、A story. D、A poem. -
11、 加入你是李华,请你对你校英国交换生Darrell的邮件进行回复。词数80词左右,可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
From Darrell
Subject Race next Friday
Hey Li Hua.
Remember the charity race I told you about? I can't take part in it because I' ve hurt my leg!I fell off my bike yesterday. I don't think it's broken, but it's really hard to walk. It really hurts, and I feel quite upset about missing the race.
Could you run in the race for me, please? I know you' re a great runner and it's only 200meters. It starts next Friday at 3 p. m.
I hope you can help It would mean a lot to me.
Thanks so much!
Darrell
Dear Darrell,
Yours,
Li Hua
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12、 阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的词,或填入括号中所给单词的正确形式。
Rock climbing is a dangerous sport, but many people enjoy it. Climbers work out a lot (get) fit, so they can take up this risky sport (safe).
Joanne is 18-year-old girl and a rock climbing lover. She took up climbing when she was only six and joined a climbing club. Her first climb was indoors on a special climbing wall. But she was ten, she did her first climb outdoors.
She says, "I wasn't scared, but I had (butterfly) in my stomach that day. My dad came with me and we (spend) three hours finishing the climb. I was over the moon when I got to the top——it was (exciting) moment of my life!"
Now, she takes part climbing every Saturday. She has special climbing equipment (装备) . She has a strong rope and (wear) climbing shoes.
Joanne is also a climbing instructor. She works at a climbing club and this is (she)second year there. "I love teaching kids to climb. We always have a whale of a time. "
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13、 B. 阅读下面回复,根据括号内所给汉语注释写出单词的正确百优教育形式(每空一词)。
Top 5 Answers
There are a few things I do to manage my time. For example, I usually keep my work with me. So, if I have to wait somewhere or travel by bus, I can use this time to do some exercises or read a book for school. What really helps me, though, is using a calendar. I write the (日期) when I must finish something and check that I do everything before that day.
Roger
I often record my time. You can start by keeping a simple record of how you spend your time for one or two (星期). You might be surprised to see where it all goes. Knowing this helps you make better choices. Once you know where your time is going, you can start to(改变)。
Shawn
We all have the (相同)24 hours—the key is using them well. You'd better sit down and(列出)what's truly important to you, like school, family, or hobbies. Ask yourself: If I had only (五)days left, how would I spend my time? This will help you make choices in the future.
Judy
I agree with (两者都)Shawn and Judy. Once you know how you spend your time, and what you want to spend time on, you can start to adjust(调整)your schedule. Stop doing unimportant things that don't (添加)value, and learn to say no when you' re (已经)too busy.
Julia
I think the best way to value time is to live in the present. Notice life's small joys, such as a beautiful sunrise or a good conversation with friends. It also means taking time to do things you enjoy, such as reading, listening to music, or spending time in (自然). Every day is a gift, so use it well!
Andy
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14、 A. 将方框中所给词语的适当形式填入短文中,每词仅用一次。
How can I manage my time well?
enough like task easily care about
I know that time is important, but sometimes I don't really it. I feel like there's never time in a day. I rush through my , always trying to get more done in less time. Other times I get lost in activities playing games on my phone. Is there anything I can practice to take control of my time more ? Please help me!
Susan
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15、 完形填空
The school bell rang, marking the end of the school day. Peter couldn't wait to show his mother his. report book. This time, his grades had improved in almost every1 . As he walked to the bus stop, he kept 2 his bag to make sure the report book was safe. His face lit up when he saw his mother waiting for him there. He decided to show her the report book at home. While they were waiting for the bus, Peter's classmate Eddie ran up to 3 .
"Peter! I was so 4 yesterday when those bigger kids surrounded(包围)me. Thank you for standing right beside me and asking them to 5 . That was really brave of you!" said Eddie. Peter smiled 6 , as his face turned slightly red.
His mother was 7 . She had always thought Peter was timid. (胆小). Once Peter ran away when a little dog at a pet shop started barking. Another time, he ran out of the cinema because it was 8 .
Soon, the bus arrived. Peter and his mother got on. While looking for 9 , they noticed an old lady standing in front of the bus driver. Peter heard her telling him that she didn't have enough coins. Immediately, Peter 10 the coins he had saved for ice cream to the lady.
"Thank you! You' re such a kind boy. " the old lady said. His mother smiled silently with 11 .
Back at home, Peter's mother was pleased when she saw his 12 . However, what made her truly happy was seeing how much her son had 13 . "These good marks are wonderful, " she said, pointing at the report book, " 14 what makes me even prouder is your 15 and kindness. "
(1)A 、 subject B 、 hobby C 、 season D 、 holiday(2)A 、 painting B 、 repairing C 、 checking D 、 kicking(3)A 、 her B 、 us C 、 me D 、 them(4)A 、 excited B 、 scared C 、 tired D 、 proud(5)A 、 sit B 、 cry C 、 stop D 、 cheer(6)A 、 shyly B 、 sleepily C 、 bravely D 、 strangely(7)A 、 worried B 、 surprised C 、 nervous D 、 painful(8)A 、 cold B 、 common C 、 popular D 、 dark(9)A 、 seats B 、 books C 、 bags D 、 dogs(10)A 、 put down B 、 picked up C 、 handed over D 、 took away(11)A 、 pride B 、 fear C 、 anger D 、 doubt(12)A 、 secrets B 、 notes C 、 goals D 、 results(13)A 、 grown B 、 studied C 、 succeeded D 、 smiled(14)A 、 because B 、 so C 、 or D 、 but(15)A 、 humor B 、 courage C 、 creativity D 、 honesty -
16、 阅读下面材料,从方框中所给的A——E五个选项中选出正确选项 (其中一项是多余选项),将其序号填入小题,并回答小题。
Today we' re talking with| Tony Watts about a book. which has been important to him: In Praise of Slow by Carl Honore.
Host: So, Tony. when did you first read the book?
Tony: I loved it and thought the ideas about the"Slow Movement" were very interesting.
Host: What is the"Slow Movement" exactly?
Tony:Well, today everything is faster than in the past, so the movement is about slowing down and enjoying life. I love my fast broadband(宽带), for example. But sometimes it's bad. As the book says, it depends on what you' re talking about.
Host:
Tony:Well, you can travel from London to Bruges in just two hours, but do you really enjoy it? I did that journey last year by bicycle. Yes, it was slow, but I met lots of people and saw the beautiful countryside. When I arrived in Bruges, I cycled along the rivers and it was fantastic.
Host: Is there anything else that is better if you do it slowly?
Tony:Almost everything. Like food, for example. It's better to go somewhere more traditional, sit down and talk to your friends while you wait half an hour for your food. We don't need to be in a hurry all the time.
Host: Thank you for sharing your ideas with us, Tony.
A. It was about four years ago.
B. What about high-speed travel?
C. Sometimes speed is a great thing.
D. I never go to fast food restaurants.
E. How do you like fast food restaurants?
Do you agree with Tony's view in the underlined sentence? Why or why not?(不超过20词)
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17、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
When you make a mistake or say something wrong, it's easy to be hard on yourself. With selfcompassion, you can be a friend to yourself instead.
Self-compassion means giving yourself care and kindness. There are times when being kind to yourself can help—when you mess up or when you' re struggling(努力挣扎)to do something new. Dr Kristin Neff. author of several books on the subject, mentions three secrets to selfcompassion: being kind to yourself, understanding that everyone struggles sometimes and noticing your feelings.
Self-compassion can reduce stress and ease pain. When you' re kind to yourself, you can relax and be able to think more clearly and see a way forward. Suzy Reading, an expert in thoughts and feelings, says self-compassion helps you be your own friend and feel at peace. "Self-compassion enables you to forgive(原谅)yourself when you do something wrong, helping you learn and grow. " Just as you would be kind to a friend who made a mistake, self-compassion helps you to be a friend to yourself.
Here are some ways to practice self-compassion.
●Remind yourself that everyone messes up or struggles sometimes.
● Notice how you' re speaking to yourself. Suzy suggests talking to yourself using kind words. "Try calling yourself a pet name and see how that helps you choose softer words, " she says. "This is important when you are having a hard time. Kind words help us find solutions and lower stress. "
●Try recognizing the feelings you' re experiencing. When you feel upset, you might feel angry, disappointed, sad or anxious. Name the feeling and tell yourself it's OK to feel this way.
●Think about how to take care of yourself physically. Give yourself a hug, go for a walk, take a few slow and deep breaths or draw a picture.
(1)、What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?A、Why self-compassion is important. B、What self-compassion is. C、How you practice self-compassion. D、Who has self-compassion.(2)、What is one positive effect of being kind to yourself according to the text?A、Staying calm and thinking more clearly. B、Staying focused on winning prizes. C、Being more popular at your school. D、Being heavier than your friends.(3)、Which person is good at self-compassion according to the text?A、
B、I have trouble learning English. I can't gel the pronunciation right. I forget a lot of the new words. What can I do? Who can help me?
C、Being a star is not easy. I always have to worry about how I appear to others, and I have to be very careful about what lsay or do.
D、Although I missed scoring that goal, had tried my best. Winning or losing is only half the game. The other half is learning from mistakes.
I have messed up. How I wish Ihadn' t worn the wrong clothes at the party. Those people must be laughing at me now.
(4)、What is the purpose of the text?A、To show us reasons why we make mistakes. B、To teach us ways to make more friends. C、To encourage us to be our own best friends. D、To tell us the importance of kind words. -
18、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Barbara Watson is 73 years old and lives alone. Barbara had an operation a few months ago. When she came home from the hospital, she couldn't walk or drive a car. Buying food and cooking meals became very challenging for her. Then a friend told Barbara about Meals on Wheels. Now Barbara has a hot lunch delivered(递送)to her house every day. She has a sandwich and salad delivered for dinner, too.
Meals on Wheels is an organization of volunteers. Every day, they provide meals to people over the age of 60 who cannot cook or shop for themselves. Gordon Chen/ has been delivering meals to seniors for over four years. Every Tuesday at 11:00 a. m. , he picks up the food at the kitchen of a local school and delivers it to 10 different men and women around town.
"I love visiting with these people, " says Gordon. "Sometimes they don't have any other visitors all day. "
"I'm always happy to see Gordon and the other volunteers, " says Barbara"Thew help me more than any medicine!"
Meals on Wheels, started in England in the1940s and then moved to other countries. The program ensures that seniors eat healthier meals by using fresh ingredients. Seniors pay a small amount for each meal, or meals are free for those with little money.
Many different kinds of people volunteer for Meals on Wheels. Teenagers, college students and neighborhood groups help to prepare the meals. Once the meals are ready, nearly half a million volunteers deliver more than a million meals to seniors in the United States every day.
And these volunteers do much more than just deliver meals. "While I am volunteering, I also check the safety and health of these seniors, " says a volunteer. When volunteers notice a problem, they call for help. And most importantly, with every meal, they deliver a smile.
(1)、How does the writer start the text?A、By describing a common meal service. B、By giving an example of a senior's life. C、By comparing different kinds of meals. D、By explaining why volunteering is hard.(2)、Who does Meals on Wheels provide meals to?A、People who don't like cooking at home. B、People who are ill in the hospital. C、People over 60 who can't cook or shop. D、People who can't afford fast food.(3)、What does the underlined word"They" in Paragraph 4 refer to?A、Cooks. B、Doctors. C、Tourists. D、Volunteers.(4)、What is the best title for the text?A、Meals and Smiles. B、Teens and Seniors. C、Care and Safety. D、Health and Wealth. -
19、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
"Why are you looking so sad, Patrick?" asked the old man.
The little boy looked up at his grandfather. "Today at school, Shane McGuire called me a potato head!"
The old man's eyes smiled down at the boy. "Is that all?" Grandpa laughed. "Well, if that young man knew anything about potatoes, he'd know that he just gave you a compliment. "
"What do you mean?" his grandson asked.
"The potato, my boy, is one of the most loved vegetables in the world. Where would we all be without the potato? It's delicious, widely-used, satisfying, and very good for you!"
Patrick laughed. "What else do you know about potatoes, Grandpa?"
"That's the spirit, my boy! Well, let me see. . . The potato was first grown in South America. It grew on the hillsides of the Andes Mountain range. Farmers there have been growing potatoes for over 7, 000 years! It wasn't until the 16th century that the Spanish brought the potato back to Europe with them. Still, it was another 200 years before potatoes were grown widely in Ireland. We soon learned that we could feed ten people with just an acre(英亩)of potatoes. We started growing them all over Ireland, and the population of our country grew rapidly. Sad to say, though, in the 1840s, a plant disease hit the potatoes, causing widespread hunger. Many people had to leave Ireland and moved overseas to North America. But we Irish took our love of potatoes with us, and it became popular there too. Now, Canadians and Americans love potatoes as well. "
"So, Paddy, " Grandpa continued, "next time Shane McGuire calls you a potato head, just tell him there's nothing wrong with potatoes——but it's certainly wrong to call people names. "
(1)、Why was Patrick unhappy at first?A、He fought with a classmate. B、He missed his grandpa. C、He was called a potato head. D、He failed a history test.(2)、What does the underlined word"compliment" in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Warning. B、invitation. C、chance. D、praise.(3)、Why did Grandpa tell Patrick about the history of the potato?A、To show potatoes are important and valuable. B、To teach him how to plant potatoes well. C、To help him do a science project after school. D、To compare potatoes with other foods.(4)、Which word best describes Patrick's grandpa?A、Wise. B、Hard-working C、Popular. D、Talented. -
20、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Welcome to Paws Cat Cafe!
Do you know what a cat cafe is? It isn't a cafe for cats. It's a cafe with cats, where you can have a drink and a snack while you watch them play. You can play with them too!
Here, you can enjoy a cup of coffee, tea or a glass of juice while you hang out with our friendly cats. We also serve delicious cat-cakes! Our opening hours are 2 p. m. -8 p. m. from Tuesday to Friday and 10 a. m. -8 p. m. on Saturday and Sunday. Because we don't have many seats, please book before you visit. Saturdays and Sundays are our busiest days, so make sure you book early. Tickets cost £6 per person and you get a free drink with the ticket.
What you need to know before you visit
●Our visitors must be twelve years old or older.
●You can touch and hold the cats, but please do not carry them around - cats aren't toys.
●When the cats are sleeping, please be patient. Cats are happier and more playful after sleep.
●Take as many photos as you like, but no flash photos, please.
●Our staff are happy to help you. Just ask!
(1)、What is a cat cafe?A、A cafe for cats. B、A cafe with cats. C、A pet shop. D、A tea house.(2)、When car ry ou go to the cat cafe?A、At 8 p. m. on Monday. B、At 10 a. m. on Wednesday. C、At 8 a m. on Friday. D、At 6p. m. on Sunday.(3)、What can you do at the cat cafe?A、Take flash photos. B、Wake up sleeping cats. C、Touch and hold cats. D、Prepare snacks for cats.