相关试卷
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1、 阅读理解
Top 10 Interesting Animal Facts - Believe it or not
1. The octopus has three hearts.
2. The koala's fingerprint is almost the same as humans'.
3. Bats like sleeping upside down.
4. Snails have countless teeth (even more than 25,00o).
5. Jellyfishes have no brains (大脑).
6. Horses sleep standing up.
7. Giraffes have seven bones in their neck.
8. The heart of a shrimp is in its head.
9. Whales can sing songs.
10. Snakes can be only 10 cm long.
(1)、What animal has fingerprints similar to humans'?A、Bat. B、Koala. C、Giraffe. D、Octopus.(2)、Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A、The shrimp's heart is in its body. B、Snails only have 25,000 teeth. C、Whales can make beautiful sound. D、Horses like to sleep upside down.(3)、In which part of the magazine can we read the passage?A、Health. B、Food. C、Weather. D、Animal. -
2、假如你是李华,你校英语社团将开展"劳动(Labor)让我成长"的演讲比赛。请结合自身实际,选择下图中的一个劳动场所,谈谈你的做法和收获。

注意:(1)文中必须包含所选表格内的所有信息,可适当发挥;(2)你的做法和收获至少各补充一条;(3)词数:80词左右,演讲稿的开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Hello, everyone. I'm Li Hua. I'm so happy to give a speech here.
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Thanks for listening!
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3、 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。
My hometown is on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau (高原). The geography here is amazing. It is famous for the world's(high) mountain. But this area is also fullthe most amazing colors in nature.
The color white (meet) your eyes all around. The clouds are clean and soft, like our white sheep. The mountains shine(bright) under the sun, like white lotus flowers.
The lovely blue of the sky always gives me calm feeling. It is like a great sea above the plateau, and words can't (show) my love for the rivers and lakes. There are a hundred kinds of blue in the water.
Our grasslands, forests and fields are all green. Green is my favorite color because means hope and it is the color of life.,green is not just the color of nature now. Trains are running through the plateau. They are this beautiful color, too.
The plateau is quieter than the big cities. We have fewer (shop) and restaurants. But we have the best presents from nature. In my heart, it's beater than any other place. I'm glad (say) that I'm from one of the most beautiful places in the world.
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4、阅读下面短文,根据括号内所给汉语注释写出单词的正确形式(每空一词)。
Have you ever been to a history museum? If you visit the National Museum of
China(最近), you might see a long line of (游客) waiting to buy fridge magnets (冰箱贴). They are quite (激动) and come early in the morning.
The idea for the magnets came from a phoenix crown (凤冠), it once (属于) to Queen Xiaoduan of the Ming Dynasty.
The crown is special. There are (九) phoenixes holding pearls (珍珠) in their mouths. (无论何时)the queen moved, the pearls moved with her, making her look pretty.
However, the queen's life was not as shining as her crown. She often felt(生病) and couldn't have her (自己的) children. But she was kind to her people, she (赢) many people's hearts. She was the queen for 42 years.
The phoenix crown is one of the museum's most famous (珠宝). To make it safe, it can't be shown outside China, Many other countries have rules like this.
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5、将方框中所给词语的适当形式填入短文中,每词仅用一次。
grape without sudden he eat
One hot summer day, a fox was taking a walk on a farm. ,he saw a lot of grapes. Those grapes are just the things I want, I haven't anything for a long time." "the fox said to himself. He took a run and a jumpthinking twice, but he just missed the grapes. Turning round again, the fox triedbest, but with no success. Again and again the fox tried to jump up and reach the delicious, but at last he had to give up. "Oh well I am sure they are sour anyway," he said, walking away with his nose in the air.
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6、 完形填空
Jiang Danni is a 24-year-old volunteer from East China. She has volunteered at schools in Africa and Asia. And videos about her teaching1 have drawn (吸引l) many people's attention.
After graduating from university in 2020, she had a peaceful time2 children in a primary school in Uganda. Danni set up different kinds of3 for her students, including Chinese language learning, cooking, and crafts lessons. Danni also4 the students. While staying at a school in Tanzania, she prepared lunch for 40 children below 5 years old. The school is so 5 from town. It took her a long time to get there. Danni needed to pass through a large forest and fields 6 getting to the town.
In 2022, Danni became a volunteer teacher at a school in Lebanon in Asia. This time she7 some interesting activities in her teaching. Her students all enjoyed the creative activities. Every time Danni arrived at the school, they would run8 to give her a hug or small gifts. And after school, they would invite her to9 homes.
"I enjoyed spending beautiful moments with them. Their smiling faces and laughter brought me 10 and encouraged me to find meaning in volunteer work,"" Danni said.
(1)A 、 habits B 、 experiences C 、 plans D 、 skills(2)A 、 losing B 、 following C 、 teaching D 、 choosing(3)A 、 classes B 、 marks C 、 memories D 、 games(4)A 、 looked at B 、 picked up C 、 talked about D 、 cared for(5)A 、 different B 、 free C 、 far D 、 safe(6)A 、 while B 、 noticed C 、 since D 、 if(7)A 、 changed B 、 before C 、 copied D 、 created(8)A 、 happily B 、 nervously C 、 angrily D 、 simply(9)A 、 your B 、 her C 、 his D 、 their(10)A 、 friendship B 、 kindness C 、 happiness D 、 knowledge -
7、 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),将其序号填入第31~34小题,并回答第35小题。注意:请将第35小题的答案写在答题纸上非选择题部分的相应位置。
Ways to Improve Your Life
Do you feel that your life is going fast? Do you feel that your life is OK, but not good enough? If you do have these feelings, it's time to improve your life. Here are tips to make your life more enjoyable.
◎Take a walk through nature.
Go outside and enjoy the fresh air. You can walk in the countryside or a park. If you like, take a camera and take some pictures. Look closely at the beauty around you. Nothing is more encouraging than life itself.
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It doesn't matter if you eat out, go to a movie or even play with friends, just choose the first thing you want. Don't make excuses (借口) about not having time or money. Treats can be free, and you can always make time. Remember, no more excuses! Just do it!
◎Grow a good thinking habit.
Do you imagine the worst will happen in any situation? Are you always used to thinking the worst side? This way of thinking will destroy your life. That's because it will bring you greater happiness. 'CAN DO' is a fantastic motto (格言) for life, so why not buy a T-shirt with "YES I CAN' printed on the front?
A. Give yourself a treat.
B. Change the way you think.
C. Do you think your life is colorful?
D. Do you feel like you're not moving forward?
E. Think how lucky you are to be a part of nature.
What else can you do to improve your life?(不多于 10 个单词)
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8、 阅读理解
A new report by The Rivers Trust (an organization that protects rivers in the UK and Ireland) shows that many rivers are not in good health. But you can help by watching rivers. The group started its new project, Big River Watch, on 6th September, 2024, in the UK and Ireland. It uses technology like smartphone apps to help scientists do better research.
It is important for The Rivers Trust to collect useful information about rivers. This helps them know how dirty the rivers are and what problems they have. It's even better if more people join it.
That's because people can check different river areas. Then, scientists can get more information from many places, not just from a few rivers. With more information, they can better understand the real situation of the rivers. So, everyone's help is important because it makes the information about rivers more complete (完整的). This helps scientists make better decisions to protect our rivers.
To join it, you need to download (下载) the free Big River Watch app on your phone at first. Then choose a river, pick a place on the riverside and watch it carefully for 15 minutes. At last, through the app you can send information about the things that you notice in or along the river, like animals, water speed, and pollution.
Experts at the Rivers Trust will study the results and share the information with other organizations. With the results, the government can make much more useful plans of action, and the scientists will find right places for rubbish picks or river clean-ups. And you will know the importance of protecting the rivers by joining Big River Watch.
(1)、What does the underlined word "they" in Paragraph 2 refer to?A、The scientists. B、The rivers. C、The phones. D、The organizations.(2)、What is the right order of joining the Big River Watch program from Paragraph 3?a. Choose a proper place.
b. Download a free app.
c. Send the information.
d. Watch the river carefully.
A、a-b-c-d B、a-b-d-c C、b-a-d-c D、b-a-c-d(3)、How can scientists find right places for river clean-ups from the last paragraph?A、By studying the results from the app. B、By working with governments. C、By taking photos with smartphones. D、By watching the rivers carefully.(4)、In which part of a newspaper can we probably find this passage?A、Culture. B、Health. C、History. D、Nature. -
9、 阅读理解
Singapore is one of the cleanest countries in the world and attracts a large number of people around the world every year. People in the country have many strict rules in public. These rules make sure that streets are clean and parks look nice. Now, we've listed the "Dos and Don'ts" in Singapore.
There are many things you must do in Singapore. When using the escalator (自动扶梯) in Singapore, you must stand on the left and walk on the right. This allows those people who want to walk up to go around you easily. Singapore also provides bike-riding roads and walking roads, so you must make sure you walk on the right roads. This keeps everyone much safer. And cash (现金) is welcomed in Singapore, many shops in the neighborhood hope customers to pay in cash, so having enough cash in hand is important.
Also, you must bring a bottle if you want to drink water, because you can get tap water (自来水) easily in Singapore. The water is carefully tested, so it's safe to drink straight from the tap. Bottled water is widely available but it's quite expensive, while tap water is gratis.
However, there are some things that you can't do. In Singapore, for example, the sale of chewing gum (口香糖) is not allowed, you cannot even bring gum with you. To keep public transportation clean, eating and drinking on trains and buses are not allowed, as it can make the seats and floors dirty. You can't play loud music or talk loudly on your phone either, since it might make other passengers angry.
People in Singapore take their rules very seriously, which makes their country clean and enjoyable for people from around the world.
(1)、What can people do in Singapore?A、Chew gum in public places. B、Talk with others loudly on bus. C、Buy bottled water with cash. D、Stand on the right on an escalator.(2)、What does the underlined word "gratis" in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A、Fresh. B、Cool. C、Delicious. D、Free.(3)、Why CAN'T people eat on trains in Singapore?A、Because food is not sold on trains. B、Because it may make the floor dirty. C、Because other people may get hungry. D、Because the train tickets are expensive.(4)、What does the passage mainly introduce about Singapore?A、Strict rules. B、Water safety. C、Public roads. D、Cash using. -
10、 阅读理解

In a classroom at the Confucius Institute of the University of Granada, Spain, a group of Spanish students are learning martial arts (武术) from their teacher, Zhang Daojin, a kung fu master (大师) from Shandong Province.
Zhang has just finished a two-week cultural exchange program in Spain, sharing Chinese kung fu with martial arts lovers from Spain and other European countries through speeches and training lessons.
"Chinese kung fu is much more than a way to get fit," says Romero, a 43-year-old man who has started his martial arts journey since 15. "It's been part of my life. I've found myself growing stronger, both physically and mentally."
Alvarez, 45, has studied under Zhang since 2oo9 and runs a traditional Chinese medicine clinic (诊所) in Granada, Spain. "Kung fu has greatly changed my life," he says. "It has not only made my body stronger but also improved my spirit and mind."
"The Spanish students are hard-working and open to different cultures," Zhang says. "Some have even made the journey to Shandong several times for more kung fu practice. Their love of Chinese kung fu is truly touching."
As Chinese martial arts is getting more and more popular in Spain, more people are traveling to China for training, and some have even set up martial arts schools in Spain. Zhang has made several trips to Spain and shared his knowledge with thousands of students of all ages. Zhang adds that there are over 100 martial arts schools in Spain, and lots of martial arts lovers travel to China every year. He believes martial arts improves the understanding of cultural exchange and provides a chance for them to learn about Chinese culture.
The university's Confucius Institute is preparing for a martial arts festival in Spain and plans to have a competition in Shandong this year, hoping more people would learn from different cultures and live peacefully with one another.
(1)、What can we know about Zhang Daojin?A、He is a kung fu master from Shandong. B、He is good at giving speeches to teenagers. C、He has been learning martial arts since 15. D、He teaches martial arts lovers from America.(2)、What does Zhang think of his Spanish students?A、Hard-working. B、Warm-hearted. C、Good-looking. D、Well-educated.(3)、Paragraph 6 is mainly about the ▲ of martial arts in Spain.A、culture B、popularity C、understanding D、history(4)、Who could be most interested in the passage?A、Technology fans. B、Medicine sellers. C、History lovers. D、Martial arts learners. -
11、 阅读理解
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(1)、What can members do in the sports club?A、Make a special plan by themselves. B、Exercise alone during the first lesson. C、Stop anytime and get the rest of money. D、Join cooking classes with family members.(2)、How many reasons does the text list why members love the sports club?A、Three. B、Four. C、Five. D、Six.(3)、What is the text?A、An ad. B、A report. C、A story. D、A letter. -
12、 假如你是张华,你的英国笔友Lily想要了解上周你们学校研学的情况,请从以下两项活动中任选一项,用英语写一封邮件向她分享你的研学经历。

注意:1. 邮件需包含所选活动的全部要点,可适当发挥;
2. 文中不得出现真实姓名、学校等信息;
3. 词数80左右;邮件的开头与结尾已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Lily,
Glad to share with you my school trip last week.
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Yours,
Zhang Hua
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13、 阅读下面短文,按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求,在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空
Can you or do you wash your clothes? Can you cook for yourself when your(parent) are not home? Do you often help do some chores at home?
Today, many young people can't look after(they) when they leave home. They even can't wash a pair of socks. I don't want to be a personthem. I want to be independent.
When I was only seven years old, I was in the kitchen with my mother. I always(help) her cook and learned cooking from her. My mother was(interest) in teaching me. But she didn't knowto cook when she was young herself. My grandmother never had her stay in the kitchen while she(cook). When my mother started to cook, it was difficult. She had to takecooking lesson every week. She decided to teach us to cookshe didn't want us to have the same experience.
Now I can do many chores by myself. I find doing chores is much(easy) than before and it has brought me a lot of happiness.
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14、 阅读下面短文,根据括号内所给汉语注释写出单词的正确形式,每空限填一词。
Mount Kenya is the tallest mountain in Kenya. It reached a height of 23, 0oo feet in the past and was covered by(冰) for thousands of years. Among the mountains' three main peaks, Batian and Nelion are for(勇敢) rock climbers. However, Lenana can be reached just by walking. Hikers take(儿个;数个) days to complete.
Mount Kenya is an(地域;区域) with all kinds of wildlife. Animals there include elephants, zebras and(白色) tailed mongooses. In 1949, the government of Kenya (变成) the mountain and the land nearby into a national park. By doing this, people are encouraged to(保护) the biodiversity, especially endangered animals.
Nowadays, more and more(旅行者) come to Mount Kenya National Park. They enjoy the beauty of the mountain and its amazing(植物) and animals. They camp on its slopes. They are also(疯狂的) about climbing its tall peaks. Standing there, high above the surrounding plain, it seems as if they can touch the sky.
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15、 将方框中所给词语的适当形式填入短文中,每词仅用一次。
strange against alone shoot truth
Once upon a time, there was a girl named Little Red Riding Hood. One day, she went to visit her sick grandmother, who lived. A wolf noticed it. He came to Grandma's house and ate Grandma. When Little Red Riding Hood arrived, she found something. Her grandma's mouth became very big! But before she could know the, the wolf rushed to her. Little Red Riding Hood tried her best to fightthe wolf. Just then, a hunter passed by the house. Hethe wolf and saved Little Red Riding Hood. Then he cut the wolf and let Grandma come out.
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16、 阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳
选项。
When I was a kid, I would stay with my grandparents for a week during summer vacation. My family visited them often, but I still1 the week with them because they both were very special to me, especially my2 .
He became blind at the age of 20, but his blindness3 slowed him down. He worked in an office for many years, owned a small4 and did chores when grandma was not at home. As a boy, I would watch him5 , studying how he moved around the house from room to room as if he could see.
At the shop, customers (顾客) would give him money, and he would return the right change and give them exactly6 they ordered. When he was not very busy, he would twiddle his thumbs (拇指), which I found7 . He had many friends who visited the shop just to talk to him. They felt8 there. I also enjoyed helping out. It gave me a strong feeling of satisfaction9 I handed customers their drinks and snacks.
It seemed like every time I stayed with him, we would 10 someone who was sick in the evening. My grandpa never let the blindness11 him down or stop him from caring about others. His love for people was boundless. During those weeks, he taught me many12 that I still remember today. Sometimes I also twiddle my thumbs, just like13 . It takes me back to those days and reminds me of how14 he was. I'm thankful for the time I spent with him. To this day, I15 hearing someone say, "I can't do that. " because I knew a blind man who never said those words.
(1)A 、 put off B 、 thought about C 、 got used to D 、 looked forward to(2)A 、 sister B 、 grandpa C 、 brother D 、 grandma(3)A 、 never B 、 sometimes C 、 often D 、 always(4)A 、 room B 、 bank C 、 library D 、 shop(5)A 、 carefully B 、 sadly C 、 thankfully D 、 angrily(6)A 、 why B 、 how C 、 what D 、 where(7)A 、 interesting B 、 boring C 、 important D 、 difficult(8)A 、 afraid B 、 nervous C 、 comfortable D 、 surprised(9)A 、 before B 、 when C 、 if D 、 until(10)A 、 visit B 、 refuse C 、 trust D 、 leave(11)A 、 get B 、 slow C 、 push D 、 drop(12)A 、 skills B 、 lessons C 、 subjects D 、 languages(13)A 、 me B 、 you C 、 him D 、 her(14)A 、 strict B 、 honest C 、 special D 、 popular(15)A 、 stop B 、 enjoy C 、 continue D 、 hate -
17、 阅读下面短文,从短文后的A一E五个选项中选出正确选项(其中一项为多余选项),
将其序号填入第31一34小题,并回答第35小题。注意:请将第35小题的答案写在答题纸上非选择题部分的相应位置。

For Cassia一ambitious(有雄心的). Her different ambitions are her main driving force. Felix - friendly. Although he's a bit silly, he's actually a very kind person.
What is your favourite place in London? But I love Bloomsbury-there are beautiful squares, interesting bookshops and museums to visit. There's also a bakery with the biggest cream cakes you've ever seen.

What is the first story you ever wrote?
It was called The Nothing Child and was
about a girl who was sent to live with her
wicked uncle.
Walking through London - there's a lot of history all around, you can learn so much.
Going to museums and art galleries and reading history books help bring the past to life, too.
What is your top tip for young writers?
Have as much fun with writing as possible, whatever that means to you.
A. Wow, that's really hard to tell!
B. I was six, and very proud (自豪) of it.
C. Who do you like better, Cassia or Felix?
D. What helps you get ideas of writing the book?
E. Can you describe Cassia and Felix in only one word?
What else do you want to ask the writer? Please write down one question. (不超过 10 个词)
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18、 阅读理解

Everyone in Trina's family had a favorite sport. Everyone but Trina. "This has to change, Trina thought, ""I need a sport of my own!"
"Hey, Trina!" her big sister Kris called. "Are you coming to my baseball game tonight? I'm pitching!" "Sure!" said Trina. Kris was the best pitcher. "I wish I had such a strong arm", Trina thought.
Trina went into the backyard. "Hey, Trina, " said her big brother Jesse. "Are you coming to my track meet on Saturday? """Sure!" said Trina. Jesse was thin and fast. "I wish I could run and jump like that", Trina thought.
After lunch, the whole family started cleaning the garage. "Catch!" said Dad, when he found an old ball. He threw it to Jesse, but Trina jumped up and got it. "Monkey in the____Middle!" Trina called out. It was her favourite game, all the running and jumping and spinning left her breathless and laughing. Even Mom and Dad joined in on the fun. But Trina was still that best "monkey".
"Yikes!"" said Dad. "It's late! I've got to go for my basketball game. """And I need to get to the soccer field for my practice, " Mom said. "You want to come along, Trina?"
There it was again! Even Mom and Dad had their own sports! Trina felt tears (眼泪) fill her eyes. Mom and Dad and Kris and Jesse all crowded around. "What's wrong?" they asked. "Sports is wrong!" Trina said. "Everyone has their own sport they're really good at! Everyone but me! I can't do anything!" And she burst into tears.
For a minute Trina's family was quiet. Then they couldn't keep from laughing. "It's not funny!" Trina shouted. "Oh, Trina, " Mom said quickly. "We're not laughing at you. But- it really is kind of funny! You're the sportiest one of us all!"" "Yes, I've always thought you are just right for the triathlon(铁人三项), "joked Jesse. "You know- swimming and biking and running, all in one long race!"
Mom laughed. "Do you want to play on a team?" Trina nodded. It would be fun to play on a real team, with practice and uniforms and teammates of her own age.
But for this afternoon, she liked Jesse's idea. To become Triathlon Trina, she had some training to do. "Who wants to ride bikes with me to the pool?" she asked.
(1)、What can we know about Trina's family?A、Kris was thin and fast. B、Dad was a basketball fan. C、Mom could jump high. D、Jesse would have a soccer game.(2)、Why does the writer mention "Monkey in the Middle" game?A、Garage cleaning can be fun. B、Monkeys are good at sports. C、Trina is talented in doing sports. D、The family like playing jokes on Trina.(3)、How did Trina's feelings change according to the passage?A、worried-sad-glad B、bored-glad-unhappy C、glad-bored-worried D、nervous-happy-excited(4)、What is the best title of the passage?A、A Big Change B、Trina's Wishes C、A Sporty Family D、Triathlon Trina -
19、 阅读理解

Different kinds of music affect our feelings and alertness(警觉;灵敏) in different ways. Some kinds of music make us want to dance. Others build our confidence. Lullabies make babies and young kids feel calm(镇静)一so calm that they fall asleep at once.
Lullabies can be heard in cultures all over the world. Though they come from different places, these songs have a lot in common. They usually have simple words and a gentle rhythm(节奏). What's more, people usually sing them in a soft voice.
Over the years, scientists have studied lullabies to find out more about their calming powers (力量). Research has shown that lullabies can slow a baby's heart and breathing rates. These are signs of relaxation. The songs also make babies less alert to things around them, helping them to fall asleep faster and sleep better.
Experts find out a few reasons why lullabies are so calming for babies and others. For one thing, the slow rhythms of lullabies are similar to the comforting sounds a baby would have heard before birth- for example, the sounds of the mother's heartbeat. For another, lullabies let babies know that someone caring for them is nearby. And this makes them feel safe and super relaxed.
But babies aren't the only ones who benefit from lullabies. According to researchers, singing these songs relax both the listener and the singer. So if you need a bit of calm, sing or listen to a lullaby-then try to keep your eyes open!
(1)、Which of the following is TRUE about lullabies?A、They can make a baby's heart beat faster. B、Lullabies can help babies become more alert. C、They can be heard in different cultures worldwide. D、Lullabies in different cultures have little in common.(2)、How many reasons are mentioned why lullabies can calm babies in Paragraph 4?A、Two. B、Three. C、Four. D、Five.(3)、What does the underlined word "benefit" probably mean?A、Accept some gifts. B、Get something good. C、Know something fun. D、Learn some information.(4)、What's the writer's writing purpose(意图)?A、To share ways to write lullabies. B、To show the history of lullabies. C、To express the love for lullabies. D、To tell some facts about lullabies. -
20、 阅读理解

In a time before plastic and cardboard boxes, people used barrels to keep and transport (运输) food and other things. Maria Beasley learned about barrels as a little girl. Her grandfather's factory used quite a lot of them to transport food. However, Maria's grandfather could not find enough barrels for his factory.
It took lots of skills to make a barrel. A hard-working cooper might make 5 barrels a day. Maria wanted to help her grandfather with his problem. She learned how the coopers made the barrels, and then began to study different kinds of machinery. In 1876, Maria went to the World's Fair (展销会) when it came to her hometown. She studied all the new machines she saw. None of the machines made barrels, but they did give her some ideas. Maria decided to invent a barrel-making machine herself.
This was followed by five years of hard work, five years of lessons and mistakes. However, at the end of the five years, Maria invented the world's first barrel-making machine. The machine could make 1, 7o0 barrels a day! News of the invention quickly spread. At the next big fair, Maria's machine was put on display (展示). Factory owners from all around the world wanted the machine. Soon, Maria became rich and famous.
Maria not only solved her grandpa's problem, but also tried to make her machine even better. Later, she thought up new ideas. Her inventions made life better for millions of people around the world.
(1)、What was Maria's grandfather's problem?A、His factory didn't have enough barrels. B、He had no idea about how to make a barrel. C、Too many factory owners wanted his barrels. D、His factory couldn't take part in the World's Fair.(2)、What does the word "they" in Paragraph 2 refer to?A、The factories. B、The barrels. C、The coopers. D、The machines.(3)、Why did Maria's machine become so popular?A、It was put on display in a big fair. B、It could make lots of barrels a day. C、It was cheaper than other machines. D、It made better barrels than coopers did.(4)、Which of the following can best describe Maria Beasley?A、Friendly and clever. B、Serious and honest. C、Helpful and outgoing. D、Smart and hard-working.