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初中英语2023年中考专题训练
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Many people are interested in finding out what will happen to them in the future. For thousands of years, some people have used horoscopes(星象)for this purpose. Today, a great number of people still regard horoscopes as a way to learn what will happen to them. Some believe that star signs(星座)can also tell a lot about a person's personality.
Each star sign has good and bad qualities (品质).For example, the star sign of the people who are born in late October and early November is Scorpio(天蝎座).These people may often argue with others because they usually stick to their own minds. On the other hand, Scorpios are usually very honest and good at keeping secrets, which makes them good friends. In some countries, people even check their lovers' star signs before they decide to get married. It is said that some star signs match well, while some do not.
However, not everyone believes in horoscopes or star signs. Many people object, because they think that star signs can't tell them everything about a person. After all, not everyone fits their star sign. We probably all know some Scorpios who are open-minded, no matter what their star sign says. Whether you believe in horoscopes or not is up to you. However, learn about it in your free time and you may discover something new about yourself!
1. What can we learn from Paragraph 1?
A. Horoscopes have been studied for a long time.
B. Many people study horoscopes at an early age.
C. Horoscopes have been popular among all people.
D. Horoscopes can tell a lot about a person's personality exactly.
2. According to star signs, what will a Scorpio most likely do?
A. Only stay alone.
B. Tell their friends a lie.
C. Not change their minds easily.
D. Be kind and easy-going to everyone.
3. The underlined word “object” probably means__________ in English.
A. support
B. disagree
C. worry
D. promise
4.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Horoscopes should be taught in schools.
B. Many pe