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1、 阅读理解
Many people lose interest in exercising when winter comes, even if they are active in summer. If you feel this way, you' re not alone. There is real science behind this winter laziness.
There are several key reasons why winter exercise is harder. First, seasonal affective disorder(SAD), a type of low mood (情绪) connected to shorter, darker days in winter, often makes people lose interest in going to the gym.
The UK's National Health Service also points out that less sunlight leads to low vitamin D levels for most people. Vitamin D is a must for healthy bones and muscles, and studies show less vitamin D can slow down muscle growth and lead to poorer sports results.
Cold temperatures, along with wind and wetness, add to the difficulty: they make people feel exercise more tiring than usual. One study found that people who stood in the cold before cycling performed 30% worse than usual.
Besides, cold air makes your muscles tight (紧绷的), which makes you more likely to get hurt. Warming up your muscles before exercise can help, but it also uses more energy. What's more, after exercising in the cold, you will feel hungrier than you would have been if you'd exercised in warmer weather.
Luckily, there are easy ways to deal with this laziness in winter. BBC Sports suggests thinking of sports as"me time": exercising with friends, wearing warm clothes, doing indoor sports instead of outdoor ones, and giving yourself a small reward(奖赏) when you exercise. Sticking to a certain exercise plan helps a lot. Even a short period of exercise during your lunch break can be helpful.
(1)、Which best shows the relationship between vitamin D and muscle growth?A、
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(2)、According to the passage, what happens when people exercise in cold weather?A、They feel less hungry than in warm weather. B、Their muscles become tighter and easier to hurt. C、Their vitamin D levels rise quickly. D、They need less time to warm up.(3)、Which way is suggested by BBC Sports to deal with winter laziness?A、Changing the daily exercise plan. B、Keeping warm while doing exercise. C、Getting into a habit of exercising alone. D、Enjoying outdoor sports to get sunshine.(4)、What can be the best title of the text?A、Bye, Winter Laziness! Hi, Me time! B、Be Brave and Active in Winter! C、More Vitamin D, More Winter Energy! D、No Worries! Winter Laziness is OK! -
2、 阅读理解
Most Chinese people know the saying"When the Eight Immortals(神仙) cross the sea, each shows their special skill". Traditionally, the Eight Immortals are powerful magical gods (神) . However, a new animation(动画) breaks this traditional image with a brand-new legend.
Different from classic tales, the eight main characters are ordinary mortals(凡人) with no magic or immortal status(神仙地位). They are common people with many flaws(缺点). A lost heavenly magic lamp causes terrible disasters, bringing great suffering to innocent (无辜的) people. Sadly, most heavenly gods are cold and selfish.They only enjoy an easy life and ignore human pain. The famous god Yang Jian even becomes a greedy villain. He stirs up (激起) chaos for personal interests and worsens the situation.
As the world faces ruin, the eight ordinary people accidentally (偶然) team up. They have different personalities and mixed goals at first. They cooperate poorly and make mistakes while pretending to be gods on risky adventures.
Though they have no magic power, they have kindness, courage and a strong sense of duty. When they meet strong enemies and dangers, they give up self-interest, work together as a team and fight bravely. In the end, they beat the bad heavenly gods with common people's wisdom and true hearts.
This animation shares a warm message. Real power comes from kindness and fairness, not status or magic.
Common people can do great things if they keep trying and stay true. A good heart can make any ordinary person a real hero.
(1)、What does the underlined word"villain" in Paragraph 2 most probably mean?A、a kind ordinary citizen B、a brave great hero C、a wise heavenly leader D、a person who does bad things(2)、What can we infer from Paragraph 3?A、The eight people work perfectly together from the very beginning. B、They are well-prepared heroes before they start the adventure. C、Their team-building process is full of difficulties and mistakes. D、They get powerful magic after they team up together.(3)、Which of the following statements is TRUE?A、Perseverance and sincerity help ordinary people achieve great things. B、They beat the heavenly gods by powerful magic. C、Most heavenly gods care a lot about humans' suffering. D、The magic lamp is destroyed by the eight mortals on purpose.(4)、What is the purpose of the text?A、To introduce the traditional Chinese folk story of Eight Immortals. B、To explain why heavenly gods are selfish and cold-hearted. C、To review the new animation and show its spirit: ordinary people can be heroes. D、To describe how serious the disasters caused by the magic lamp are. -
3、 阅读理解
STUDENT VOLUNTEERS WANTED
Do you want to help others and learn new things? Then be a volunteer at theHemudu Site Museum!

Your tasks as a volunteer
*Answer visitors' questions about the Hemudu Site Museum.
*Introduce relics and Hemudu culture to visitors in English.
*Help organize exhibitions and prepare the materials.
We hope...
* you speak English well.
* you are free on weekends.
* you work well in a team and follow the museum's rules.
* you love history and are interested in Hemudu culture.
Ready to volunteer? Email us at yyvolunteer@163.com.
Volunteer at Hemudu! Let history shine in your voice!
(1)、What is the volunteering program about?A、school library. B、history museum. C、city exhibition. D、local hospital.(2)、Which duty should the volunteers take?A、Introduce relics in English. B、Collect questions from visitors. C、Clean the museum on weekends. D、Sell exhibition tickets to visitors.(3)、Who will probably get this volunteer job?
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4、 阅读下列短文,从文后所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个最佳答案。
My father carried me up the stairs to my bedroom, followed by my mother, and three-year-old brother.Upon my returning home, our excitement was mixed with a sense of 1 , since we all knew I would be staying in bed for a long time. Leaving my room, my father turned to me and said, "This, too, shall pass." He 2 , and closed the door behind him. It made me a little relaxed.
I had scoliosis when I was twelve years old. My parents took me to see the doctor from time to time. We tried different ways but they didn't stop my back forming a S-shape. The doctors 3 stopped all the treatment.An operation was the only 4 .
Two weeks later,I was sent home with orders to stay in the flat on my back 5 seven months. Tidy and clean, my room welcomed me with comfort. But when the lights were off and the house grew quiet at night, I realized that I 6 leave my bedroom, even my bed, for such a long time! How lonely I felt!"This, too, shall pass." rang in my 7 . I didn' t understand. But I knew that if my father believed it, it must be 8 . His words reduced my worry. If he said everything would workout okay, then it would.
Long winter days passed. Sometimes,I became impatient, 9 I always felt upset while staying in the bedroom alone. Everyone in the family noticed that and 10 of them came to help me especially my father.Very gently, he would pick me up and carry me downstairs and place me on the sofa, making me 11 the rest of the family. I couldn't help laughing when they talked about something interesting. Some days, he even carried me 12 to enjoy some much-needed sunshine.
With their encouragement, I 13 the hard time. By summer's end,I was back on my feet and starting my freshman year in high school. At last, my father's words made sense:"This, too, has passed!"
Life is a journey with challenges. I' ve lived through a lot of 14 since then. My father taught me to hold on to the good memories and get out of the bad. When life is good, time flies by and his words never enter my mind. When it's not so good,I 15 "This, too, shall pass." And, it does.
(1)A 、 pleasure B 、 worry C 、 luck D 、 danger(2)A 、 accepted B 、 excused C 、 cried D 、 smiled(3)A 、 recently B 、 suddenly C 、 finally D 、 quickly(4)A 、 choice B 、 experiment C 、 support D 、 influence(5)A 、 in B 、 for C 、 after D 、 before(6)A 、 shouldn't B 、 needn't C 、 mustn't D 、 couldn't(7)A 、 eyes B 、 ears C 、 heart D 、 arms(8)A 、 wrong B 、 obvious C 、 true D 、 exact(9)A 、 but B 、 and C 、 or D 、 so(10)A 、 none B 、 neither C 、 all D 、 either(11)A 、 believe B 、 leave C 、 join D 、 visit(12)A 、 inside B 、 across C 、 off D 、 outside(13)A 、 put off B 、 went through C 、 focused on D 、 made up(14)A 、 trouble B 、 happiness C 、 fear D 、 success(15)A 、 wait B 、 remember C 、 forget D 、 wonder -
5、 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。

The film Dear You became a huge hit across China as soon as it came out. It tells a (touch) story of qiaopi. But what exactly is qiaopi, and did it mean so much to overseas Chinese and their families?
In the past century, many southern Chinese made their way to Southeast Asia, hoping for work and a (good) life than they had in their hometowns. Before phones (invent),they stayed connected to their loved ones through qiaopi. It is also called yin xin or"silver letters", money was often sent with the letters.
These letters were usually short. They began with greetings, and then (quick) moved on to daily life. Yet within just a few (line), they carried deep love. The letters travelled thousands of kilometresship and passed through many hands before arriving at a village.
Historically, qiaopi also playedimportant role in supporting China during hard times. During the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression (1937-45), overseas Chinese donated much money and some even returned to China (fight).
Today, qiaopi serves as a bridge of memory, still connecting overseas Chinese to their homeland.
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6、阅读下面短文,根据括号内所给的汉语注释写出单词的正确形式,每空一词。
Last week, our school (组织) the visit to Wenzhou Students Practice Base. In the Safety Hall, we experienced an earthquake simulation(模拟). We learnt how to protect (我们自己) during a real earthquake.
In the art workshop, an old artist taught us Ou Sculpture(瓯塑), a traditional art. (可能) it was the most challenging part of the day. He explained that this is a skill that takes (年) to learn. At first, we all wondered (是否) practice was the only key to success. We thought it was simple. But when I tried to make one myself,I started to (认识到) how difficult it was. I chose a flower pattern and worked on it carefully. However, my first try ended up in a mess.
Then the artist told us," Even the best had to start from zero." His words reminded us that learning (花费) time and patience. Looking at my imperfect piece,I knew that learning is not about avoiding (失败). It is about the (勇气) to start and the patience to keep learning. (自从) then,I have understood the true meaning of learning.
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7、将方框中所给词语的适当形式填入短文中,每词仅用一次。
although well everyone instead of trip
Next week, our class will go to Wenzhou Students Practice Base for a study tour. some of us think traditional art is boring, the teacher says we will be surprised. We will try makingOu sculpture (瓯塑) just watching them. The guide told us that Ou sculpture has a history of over 1,000 years and its patterns often show Wenzhou's local life. The tour will offera chance to see how ancient culture connects with modern life. I believe this experience will help us understand our culture much han before. Maybe this will mean more to us than we expect.
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8、 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
Amy was in the seventh grade, but she was different from most kids. She walked and spoke in a 1 way because of an illness.
Every day at school, someone made fun of her. They2 how she walked and talked.Amy told herself it didn't matter and tried not to3 . But it was hard. One day, a ninth-grade boy acted like her again. Amy closed her eyes. She wished she could4 at that moment.That night, Amy sat without saying a word. Her mother knew someone at school was5 to her.
"There' s a Christmas activity on TV," her mother said."Write a6 to Santa Claus(圣诞老人) and you' ll get a prize." Amy thought for a moment. Then she got an7 and began to write.
Dear Santa,
Kids at school make fun of how I walk and talk. I just want one day when no one laughs at me.
Love, Amy
She put down her pencil. Sometimes she asked herself,"8 should I be the one to feel sad? I think they are the ones who should learn to be9 ." Of course, she didn't write that in her letter.
Amy's mother read the letter. The next day, she took10 to the TV station. The reporter thought Amy's simple wish was11 , so he shared it on a TV show.
By Christmas, over two thousand letters arrived from people Amy never met. Each was filled with12 .
One letter said,"You' re not alone. We all care about you."
Another said,"I was laughed at before. Don't give up."
Amy read each letter13 . For the first time, she didn't feel so alone. The whole city heard her story. She smiled14 her wish came true. And she learned something she would never15 : speaking up can bring hope.
(1)A 、common B 、 natural C 、 strange D 、 simple(2)A 、 thought about B 、 laughed at C 、 heard of D 、 agreed with(3)A 、 care B 、 praise C 、 describe D 、 forgive(4)A 、 dream B 、 remember C 、 believe D 、 disappear(5)A 、 close B 、 mean C 、 new D 、 similar(6)A 、 letter B 、 story C 、 list D 、 poem(7)A 、 accident B 、 award C 、 idea D 、 order(8)A 、 How B 、 Why C 、 When D 、 Where(9)A 、 shyer B 、 happier C 、 richer D 、 kinder(10)A 、 it B 、 them C 、 us D 、 him(11)A 、 boring B 、 meaningful C 、 terrible D 、 private(12)A 、 joy B 、 fear C 、 love D 、 doubt(13)A 、 impolitely B 、 suddenly C 、 carefully D 、 angrily(14)A 、 but B 、 so C 、 or D 、 because(15)A 、 review B 、 forget C 、 share D 、 use -
9、 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。

▷What is"monkey mind"?
Our mind is amazing. It helps us think, dream, plan and remember. But sometimes it feels like a monkey jumping around —our thoughts jump from one to another.This is called a" monkey mind". Research shows that humans have about 6,000 thoughts every day. It's normal to feel this way.
▷How can we calm down the" monkey"?
Tip 1: Use your senses to focus.
Your brain can't turn off easily. When your thoughts start jumping, you can use your senses to focus. That's because when your brain is relaxed, it's easier to learn new things.
Tip 2: Do something creative.
Creating things can make your brain stronger, which can build new connections in your brain.It helps you make better choices. Most importantly, be kind to your mind.
Tip 3: Try belly(腹部) breathing.
Using your breath can slow down your brain. A fun way to practice is belly breathing. Then watch your hand rise when you breathe in, and fall when you breathe out. This helps you keep calm, and you can do it anytime, anywhere.

A. It's best to do this when you're relaxed.
B. Lie down and put your hand on your belly.
C. But there are easy ways to calm your brain.
D. You should try to stop thinking completely.
E. So we can try drawing and other art activities.
Is it easy to focus when your brain is relaxed? How do you calm down your"monkey"?(不超过15词)
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10、 阅读理解

As of August 17, Once Upon a Time in the Middle East(《欢迎来到龙餐厅》) has made more than 1 billion yuan in seven days after it was shown in theatres, including pre-sales and advance screenings(超前点映). The movie star Shen Teng, is a very popular Chinese comedy actor. This film is quite different from his usual funny roles. It is directed by Wen Muye, who made the popular movieDying to Survive(《我不是药神》). This real-life-style war movie has caught people's attention all over China with its careful and deep care for human beings.
The story takes place in the Middle East, where wars and troubles break out. The main character is Xu Fu, a common Chinese cook. He goes abroad to pay off his debts and opens LoongRestaurant. When war breaks out, his restaurant becomes one of the few safe places in the area. At first, Xu Fu only wants to keep himself safe. Slowly, he lets poor homeless war-hurt children stay in his restaurant. He uses simple leftover food from his kitchen to make his special dish, Xu FuRice Stew, for these hopeless children. Saif is one of the children saved by Xu Fu. He learns cooking from Xu Fu. This gives him a peaceful way to stay away from war violence. Shen Teng gives a great performance in this movie. He does not use his usual funny acting style, and he shows the quiet kindness of a common man.
The refrain"eat well" is the heart feeling of this movie. Every warm bowl of rice stew shows this idea. It stands for basic human dignity(尊严) and hope—things that war can easily destroy.
The movie does not believe peace can only come from winning wars or signing diplomatic(外交) agreements. Instead, it tells us peace lies in small kind acts and simple everyday life. The film shows how badly war hurts children and shows the quiet power of common people.It gives us ordinary people's ideas about world conflicts. With its true and thought-provoking(激起,引发) anti-war ideas, the movie moves lots of viewers.
(1)、What can we infer about Xu Fu from the passage?A、He went to other countries to give war-hurt kids a safe place. B、He mainly thought about keeping himself safe at first. C、He made his special food mostly to make more money. D、He used his kindness and cooking skills to stop the local war.(2)、According to the text, what does the film think brings peace?A、We can get peace only by winning wars. B、We can get peace only through official written agreements. C、Small kind things from common people can bring peace. D、Peace will come when war-broken places are fully built again.(3)、What does the underlined word" refrain" in Paragraph 3 most probably mean?A、a written agreement B、a strict rule for people C、one person's own idea D、a sentence that is said many times(4)、What is the main idea of the passage?A、To introduce a war-themed film and explore its anti-war message B、To compare different ideas of peace in some popular new movies C、To find out why films with funny actors gain huge success D、To argue that cooking skills can save people's lives in wars -
11、 阅读理解

①Birthdays can sometimes be expensive. People often spend money not just on gifts, but also on food and drinks. So many people have started giving second-hand gifts. But is it a good choice? Let's look at both sides.
②One reason people choose second-hand gifts is for the environment.Many of us have old toys, books, or games that we no longer need. If we throw them away, they end up in landfills(垃圾堆). In these landfills, things can take a long time to break down and harmful gases are produced. Giving away old things instead of throwing them away can reduce waste and protect the environment. Second-hand gifts are also often cheaper than new ones. What's more, reusing things reduces the need to produce more products, which also reduces pollution.
③ ▲ When you give a new gift, you know it's in perfect condition, and it feels special because it's new. People also like receiving something that shows you' ve thought about them, and sometimes, a second-hand gift might not feel as thoughtful. You may worry that the gift will wear out soon, which can make you feel uncertain about giving it. People may also feel excited when they receive gifts they have wanted for a long time. Of course, it's fine to want the latest toys or books for a birthday gift. After all, it's their special day.
④In the end, you can give a second-hand or new gift. It depends on the situation. Both can show you care, but it's important to consider what the birthday person would like the most. What matters most is the thought behind the gift, no matter if it's new or old.
(1)、What does the underlined word"them" in Paragraph 2 refer to?A、Old things. B、New gifts. C、Broken products. D、Harmful gases.(2)、Which sentence best fits the blank" ▲ " in Paragraph 3?A、Still, some people like second-hand gifts. B、However, second-hand gifts are always perfect. C、On the other hand, new gifts have advantages. D、Also, new gifts are the only choice for special days.(3)、What does the writer care most about giving gifts?A、The thought behind the gift. B、The price of the gift. C、The popularity of the gift. D、The style of the gift.(4)、Which of the following best shows the structure of the passage?A、
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12、 阅读理解

As the days went by, Wilbur grew and grew. He ate three big meals a day. He spent long hours lying on his side, half asleep, dreaming pleasant dreams. He enjoyed good health and he put on a lot of weight. One afternoon, the oldest sheep walked into the barn(畜棚) and stopped to pay a call on Wilbur.
"Hello!" she said."Seems to me you' re putting on weight."
"Yes,I guess I am," replied Wilbur."At my age it's a good idea to keep growing."
"I really don't agree with you," said the old sheep."You know why they' re fattening you up,don't you?"
"No," said Wilbur.
"Well, I don't like to spread bad news," said the sheep,"but they' re fattening you up because they' re going to kill you, that's why."
"Kill you. Turn you into smoked bacon(熏猪肉) and ham," continued the old sheep."Almost all young pigs get killed by the farmers as soon as the cold weather set in. Everyone is on the list————— Lurvy, Zuckerman, even John Arable."
"Stop!" screamed Wilbur."I don't want to die! Save me, somebody! Save me!"
"Be quiet, Wilbur!" said Charlotte, the spider, who was the best friend of Wilbur.
"I can't be quiet," screamed Wilbur, jumping up and down."I don't want to be killed. I don't want to die. Is it true what the old sheep says, Charlotte? Is it true they are going to kill me when the cold weather comes? Will I die?"
"Well," said the spider, thought for a while at her web,"the old sheep has seen many poor pigs be killed. If she says they plan to kill you, I'm sure it's true."
"I don't want to die," he cried sadly, throwing himself to the ground."I want to stay alive,right here in my comfortable barn with all my friends. I want to breathe the beautiful air and lie in the beautiful sun."
"You shall not die," said Charlotte, briskly (轻快地).
"What? Really?" cried Wilbur."Who's going to save me?"
"I am," said Charlotte.
"How?" asked Wilbur.
"That remains to be seen." Charlotte smiled.
(Excerpts from Charlotte's Web)
(1)、Who thought that putting on weight meant being killed?A、Wilbur. B、The old sheep. C、Lurvy. D、Charlotte.(2)、What do the underlined sentences show?A、Wilbur didn't know what the old sheep meant. B、Wilbur didn't believe what the old sheep said. C、Wilbur didn't want to listen to the old sheep. D、Wilbur was afraid to be killed by the farmers.(3)、How did Wilbur's feelings change in the text?A、Happy→shocked→sad→hopeful. B、Happy→sad→hopeful→shocked. C、Shocked→happy→sad→hopeful. D、Hopeful→happy→shocked→sad.(4)、What may happen next according to the story?A、Wilbur was saved by the old sheep. B、Wilbur was killed by farmers in winter. C、Charlotte saved Wilbur and he remained alive. D、Farmers were angry with Charlotte and killed her. -
13、 阅读理解


Homemade smoothies are a fun and easy way to let your kids play with their food in the best way possible! It's a great way to let them explore their taste buds while learning about healthy choices.
The best part about homemade smoothies is that you can make them just the way you like. Your children can pick their favourite fruits. They can mix different fruits to make new tastes. And they can put fun things on top, like biscuits or chocolates.
Ingredients
★1—2 cups of fresh or frozen fruit, like bananas, strawberries, etc
★l cup of milk or juice
★half a cup of yogurt
Instructions

★Add 1-2 cups of fruit to your blender.
★Pour in 1 cup of milk or juice.
★Add half a cup of yogurt and any add-ins you enjoy, such as honey or cream.
★Blend(搅拌) until smooth.
★Taste the smoothie and put your favourite toppings. Add different fruits to make the taste better if necessary. Enjoy it!
Making smoothies is a great hands-on activity that the whole family can enjoy!
(1)、Who is the text probably written for?A、Children. B、Parents. C、Teachers. D、Students.(2)、What can we know about homemade smoothies according to the passage?A、The best part is kids will make them for parents. B、Start blending before you pour in milk or juice. C、Only fresh fruit is good for homemade smoothies. D、Everyone in the family can enjoy the hands-on activity.(3)、In which part of the website can the text be found?A、Fire Safety. B、Outdoor Fun. C、Healthy Meat. D、Homemade Drinks. -
14、 听下面一段独白,从A、B、C三个选项中选出正确的选项,回答问题。(1)、What sport is very popular in China?A、Tennis. B、Baseball. C、Ping-pong.(2)、Who likes baseball best?A、Li Hua. B、Jim. C、Ma Lin.(3)、Which month is the baseball season?A、March. B、May. C、October.(4)、How many players are there in each baseball team?A、Nine. B、Two. C、Eleven.(5)、What does Jim think of playing ball games?A、It can give us pain. B、It can make us healthy. C、It can make us popular.
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15、 听下面一段较长对话,回答三个问题。(1)、What's the possible relationship between the speakers?A、Teacher and student. B、Mother and son. C、Classmates.(2)、What does Emma think of being an animal doctor?A、Boring but helpful. B、Helpful and interesting. C、Exciting but dangerous.(3)、What can we get from the conversation?A、Barry's uncle is a pilot. B、Emma wants to be a zookeeper. C、Barry wants to be an animal doctor.
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16、 听下面一段较长对话,回答两个问题。(1)、What are the speakers talking about?A、Different rocks. B、Interesting birds. C、Famous artists.(2)、What is the weather like now?A、Rainy. B、Sunny. C、Cloudy.
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17、 听小对话,从A、B、C三个选项中选出正确的选项,回答问题。(1)、Who does Mary think might have a chance to be the team leader?A、Eric. B、Mark. C、David.(2)、Where does the conversation probably take place?A、In a library. B、In a clothes store. C、In a restaurant.(3)、Where does the woman come from?A、Japan. B、China. C、Brazil.(4)、How does the club help poor children?A、By raising money. B、By collecting clothes. C、By teaching skills.(5)、What does the woman want to be when she grows up?A、A fireman. B、A pilot. C、A cashier.
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18、 假设你是九年级学生 Li Hua,你的英国笔友 Peter来信提到他最近想买一台新的游戏笔记本电脑(laptop),但手头的钱不够,请你根据以下要点给他写一封回信:
写作要点:1. 表达你对他处境的理解;
2. 分享你自己的经历(你曾为买一件心仪的物品做预算并坚持储蓄的故事);
3. 给出两条关于中学生消费和储蓄的合理建议;
写作要求:1. 不少于 100词,开头已给出(需自己抄在答题卷上),不计入总词数。
Dear Peter,
I'm glad to hear from you and understand your trouble now.
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19、 语法填空

In the spring festival of 2026, the traditional fish lanterns became a fashion again. (see) the fish lanterns, many people went to Anhui, the birth place of this folk art.
The fish lantern is made of bamboo and paper with light inside. Many years ago, these lanterns (use) to celebrate Chinese New Year. They are beautiful, they were not widely known before.
This centuries-old fish lantern (sudden) became a fashion because of cultural tourism. Many ancient towns in Anhui provide special fish lantern (activity) for tourists now. Tourists can touch heads of fish lanterns, lift the fish tails and join parades with their own hand-made fish lanterns. People do all these things good luck, because they believe the lively fish can bring happiness to their families. This makes the fish lantern (popular) than before. And it appears in fashion magazines and on the screens of Times Square, which introduces Chinese culture to people around the world.
The fish lantern shows the beauty of Chinese culture and (bring) people together across different countries. By keeping this tradition alive and sharing it with the world, we' ve made (we) culture shine globally—— and we should be proud of ourselves.
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20、 B请先阅读下面短文,用方框中所给词的适当形式填空。每词限用一次。
appear reason value complete explain mystery make record however
Sanxingdui boosted during the late Shang Dynasty and had a highly developed bronze culture. However, there is no written of this civilization (文明), so we once knew very little about it.
For years, experts have been trying hard to solve the behind Sanxingdui. One big of them is that the Sanxingdui civilization disappeared suddenly.
Hundreds of jade(玉), bronze, and things were broken, burned and buried. Then the civilization disappeared. Where did its people go? What happened to them?
Around the same time, a similar civilization in Jinsha, about 38 kilometers from Sanxingdui. Experts generally accept that the Jinsha civilization is a continuation(延续) of the Sanxingdui culture. , the reason for the move remains a secret.
Wars? Floods? After the 2008 Wenchuan earthquake, Fan Niannian, a scientist studying rivers at Sichuan University suggested that the actual might have been a big earthquake.
He . "The earthquake may not have destroyed Sanxingdui directly. Instead, it could have caused a landslide(山崩) that changed the direction of the Minjiang River. This would have cut off the water supply. Without water, the Sanxingdui people had no choice but to move. "
Professor Fan's idea sense, but it still doesn't explain why they broke and buried their treasures instead of taking them away.
Was it part of a sacrificial ceremony(祭祀仪式)? There is proof suggesting that they did not do it in a hurry—— it was done with purpose. That's what still remains so mysterious.