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专业指引 专注中考 Test 9 A **Rachel's Health Woes and Suggestions** Rachel was in a really bad state one month ago. Not only did she have a sore throat that felt like it was on fire, but she also had a splitting headache that just wouldn't go away. She was completely at a loss and desperately needed to know what to do to find relief. So, she raised this question, hoping to get some helpful advice. Are there truly any effective ways to make her throat and head feel better? Advice My favorite remedy for a sore throat is hot water combined with lemon juice and honey. It works wonders. -Wishful, two days ago Wash your hands frequently. Get as much rest as you can. Also, try massaging your head gently to help make your headache disappear. —Julie, one week ago Take medicine promptly. Keep yourself warm and ensure you get plenty of rest. —Michelle, two weeks ago Gargle your throat with warm salt water. Drink a lot of water, and have some hot soup. —Samuelt one month ago **Questions**: 1. How did Rachel feel about her health problem? A. Confident. B. Worried. C. Indifferent. D. Surprised. 2. What did Wishful suggest for Rachel's sore throat? A. Gargling with salt water. B. Drinking hot milk. C. Having some medicine. D. Drinking a special mixture. 3. The word "massaging" is related to ___. A. hitting B. rubbing C. shaking D. pressing 4. What did Michelle advise Rachel to do? A. Wash hands often. B. Drink more cold water. C. Take care of her body and rest. D. Do some exercise. 5. Who gave the advice earliest? A. Wishful. B. Julie. C. Michelle. D. Samuel. B **Discovering Singapore: A Fascinating Country** Singapore is an incredibly charming country. Despite its relatively small size, it is brimming with endless delights and attractions. Do you have any idea why Singapore is renowned as the "Garden Country"? The answer lies in the fact that there are an abundance of lush trees and beautiful, blooming flowers all across Singapore. Hainan Chicken Rice Hainan chicken rice enjoys a huge popularity in Singapore. Do you know that it originated from Hainan Province in China? Back in the 1920s, a Chinese gentleman named Mo Lurui journeyed from Hainan to Singapore and started making chicken rice to earn a livelihood. You can easily come across Hainan chicken rice in the majority of restaurants in Singapore. The Musical Fountain The Fountain of Wealth in Singapore is among the largest fountains in the world. It is not just an ordinary fountain but a musical one. Typically, there are enchanting musical fountain shows at night. The water from the fountain can soar as high as 30 meters. Good Habits Singapore has a diverse range of laws. The people have cultivated excellent habits to maintain the cleanliness of their country. Although chewing gum is quite common in our daily lives, it is strictly prohibited in Singapore. ** Questions **: 1. Why is Singapore called the "Garden Country"? A. Because of its big size. B. Because of its many laws. C. Because of its many trees and flowers. D. Because of its musical fountains. 2. Where did Hainan chicken rice come from originally? A. Singapore. B. Hainan, China. C. The UK. D. The USA. 3. Which statement about the Fountain of Wealth is correct? A. It is the largest fountain. B. It has shows all day. C. It is a musical fountain. D. The water can reach 50 meters high. 4. What kind of habits do people in Singapore have? A. The habit of chewing gum. B. The habit of littering. C. The habit of keeping the country clean. D. The habit of not following laws. 5. What is the main topic of this passage? A. The history of Singapore. B. The food in Singapore. C. The attractions of Singapore. D. The laws in Singapore. C **Mrs Thompson and Teddy: A Touching Story** Mrs Thompson had a deep affection for all her students, except for a little boy named Tedth Stoddard. She observed that the boy struggled to get along well with the other children and often seemed isolated. Once Mrs Thompson decided to read Teddy's past records. His first grade teacher wrote, "Teddy is a bright child. " His second grade teacher wrote. "Teddy is troubled because his mother is ill. But he is still excellent." His third grade teacher wrote, "His mother's death has been hard on him. We are worrying about him." Teddy's fourth grade teacher wrote, "Teddy doesn't have many friends and sometimes sleeps in class. By now, Mrs Thompson fully comprehended the problem and felt a strong sense of guilt. She made up her mind to assist the boy. Christmas Day was approaching. Her students all gave her wonderful presents wrapped in beautiful paper, except for Teddy's. Mrs Thompson opened Teddy's present among them. Children began to laugh when they saw Teddy's: It was just an old bracelet with little stones, and a bottle that was one-quarter full of perfume. But Mrs Thompson put on the bracelet, and dabbed some of the perfume on the other wrist. She said how lovely the present was. " “Mrs Thompson, today you smelled just like my mom used to," Teddy said. **Questions**: 1. How did Mrs Thompson initially view Teddy's behavior in class? A. Positive. B. Negative. C. Neutral. D. Uncertain. 2. In which grade did Teddy's mother pass away? A. Grade 1. B. Grade 2. C. Grade 3. D. Grade 4. 3. What made Mrs Thompson decide to help Teddy? A. His excellent grades. B. The advice from other teachers. C. Reading his past records. D. His kind words to her. 4. Why did the children laugh when they saw Teddy's present? A. It was too simple. B. It was not wrapped well. C. They didn't like Teddy. D. They thought it was not valuable. 5. What can we learn from this story? A. Teachers should be strict with students. B. We should care for others' feelings. C. Presents don't need to be expensive. D. Students should obey teachers. D **My Mother's Love and My Regrets** Yesterday, I noticed something that really concerned me. Your finger has been injured for over a week because it was cut by a knife. I had clearly told you to leave all the dishes for me to handle when I returned home from work, but when I got back, I found that there were no dirty dishes at all. You informed me that you had purchased a pair of gloves and could manage to wash the dishes with them. I understood your motive even though you didn't express it explicitly. You didn't want me to feel exhausted after a long day at school. You simply wished for my happiness. It's just one of the countless selfless things you do for me every single day. I truly can't figure out why there are times when I forget how profoundly you love me. When I'm feeling down, when I don't get what I desire, when I'm sad due to my own issues, when I'm occupied, when... So often, I forget all the sacrifices you've made for me throughout my life. You always do your best to take care of me and ask for nothing in return. I sincerely want to express my gratitude for your boundless love. Love, Sophie **Questions**: 1. What happened to Sophie's mother's finger? A. It was broken. B. It was burned. C. It was cut. D. It was swollen. 2. Why did Sophie's mother wash the dishes despite her injury? A. She didn't want to listen to Sophie. B. She enjoyed doing housework. C. She wanted to surprise Sophie. D. She didn't want Sophie to be tired. 3. What can we infer about Sophie from the passage? A. She is selfish. B. She is ungrateful. C. She is busy. D. She is thoughtful. 4. How does Sophie feel about her mother's love? A. Confused. B. Grateful. C. Indifferent. D. Annoyed. 5. What is the main idea of this passage? A. Sophie's mother is very hardworking. B. Sophie realizes her mother's love. C. Sophie and her mother have a good relationship. D. Sophie's mother does too much housework. E **Hua Chenyu's Musical Success in Shanghai** Hua Chenyu made his way to Shanghai for his Mars Concert. He had three thrilling shows on July 31, August 1, and August 2. Back in May, the young singer shared his concert plan. On May 30, over 160,000 people waited online for the ticket sale. All tickets were gone in just 35 seconds. This amazing result made Hua add two more concerts in Shanghai. He was super excited and looking forward to sharing his music with fans. In 2013, Hua Chenyu impressed the music world with his changing styles in Super Boy and has millions of fans. This year, he's busy preparing a new album and considering joining reality shows. **判断正误，对的写（T）,错的写（F）**: ( ) 1. Hua Chenyu had concerts only in August in Shanghai. ( ) 2. Over 160,000 people bought tickets at the beginning of May. ( ) 3. All tickets for Hua's concert sold out in 35 seconds. ( ) 4. People knew Hua Chenyu because of Super Boy in 2013. ( ) 5. Hua Chenyu has no plan to take part in reality shows. Test 10 A **Top Three Best-selling Books** Amazon has come up with a list of the 10 best-selling books. It's still a good time to read or re-read these popular ones this year. Let's take a look at the first three. In "The Invention of Wings" by Sue Monk Kid, it shows the connection between Handful, a slave, and Sarah, her owner. They grow up together from childhood. "Gray Mountain" by John Grisham tells the story of Samantha Kofer. When the recession makes her lose her job as a lawyer, she takes on a new one. But this new job brings her into serious danger. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr is about Marie-Laure, a blind French girl with her father during World War II, and Werner, a German orphan who is good at building and fixing radios. This story asks how war affects life and art. **Questions**: 1. Who is the author of "The Invention of Wings"? A. Sue Monk Kid. B. Handful. C. John Grisham. D. Anthony Doerr. 2. What was Samantha Kofer before losing her job? A. A writer. B. A lawyer. C. A teacher. D. A doctor. 3. What greatly influenced Marie-Laure and Werner's lives? A. War. B. Love. C. Time. D. Money. 4. Which of the following is correct according to the passage? A. Sarah is a slave. B. There are only three bestsellers mentioned. C. Marie-Laure can build and fix radios. D. Samantha Kofer's new job is safe. B **A Potter's Dream and Its Consequence** One night, God spoke to a potter and said He could make one of the potter's wishes come true. The potter wished that the pots he made would never break, thinking more people would buy them. The next morning, the potter tested if his wish had come true. He made a pot and threw it to the floor, and it didn't break. The news of the unbreakable pots spread quickly. People from all over came to buy them, and the potter became rich and famous. However, it didn't last long. Later, his business slowed down. No one bought his pots anymore because they were unbreakable. The business got worse day by day. One night, the potter dreamed that God appeared. Sorrowfully, he asked God to forgive him for his foolishness. God said, "Since you know your mistake, I'll help you." **Questions**: 1. What did the potter wish for? A. To always be rich. B. To have good health. C. For his pots to never break. D. For no one to buy his pots. 2. Why did no one buy the potter's pots again? A. Because the potter died. B. Because the pots couldn't break. C. Because the pots were too expensive. D. Because the potter stopped making pots. 3. What does the underlined word "forgive" mean in Chinese? A. 施舍 B. 救赎 C. 原谅 D. 责骂 4. What can we guess about the ending of the story? A. The potter became lonely. B. The potter died of sadness. C. The potter gave up his business. D. The potter's business improved. 5. What's the best title for the passage? A. A Potter's Dream B. God's Help C. A Wise Man D. An Unbreakable Pot C **Painting on T-Shirts: My Hobby** I enjoy painting pictures on T-shirts in my free time. I got this idea two years ago when I wanted to give my brother a special birthday present. It would cost me $20 to have a special picture painted on a T-shirt, so I decided to do it myself. I bought a white cotton T-shirt for $6 and some paints, then painted a lion on the front. My brother loved it a lot. Painting on T-shirts is really fun. You don't need to be a great artist. You can paint any shapes, lines, or things you like. The T-shirts are the most expensive part of this hobby. You must use special paints because they last a long time and can't be washed away easily. Brushes aren't very expensive, but you need to buy good-quality ones. I love this hobby because I can make unique T-shirts that no one else has. I have given many of them as presents to my family and friends. Sometimes, I also sell them. Since I started, I've made about 60 different T-shirts. **Questions**: 1. What is the writer's hobby? A. Painting on T-shirts. B. Painting on the wall. C. Collecting brushes. D. Collecting T-shirts. 2. What did the writer give his brother as a birthday present two years ago? A. A black T-shirt. B. Some paintings. C. A picture of a lion. D. A T-shirt with a lion painted on it. 3. Why does the writer use special paints? A. They are cheap. B. They have special colors. C. They last long. D. They are easy to wash off. 4. What does the writer do with his T-shirts? A. He wears them. B. He keeps them. C. He gives or sells them. D. He gives them to poor people. 5. How many T-shirts has the writer made since the beginning? A. 80. B. 60. C. 26. D. 20. D **A Selfless Act of Friendship** Donna Ashlock, a 14-year-old girl from California, was very ill. She had a serious heart problem. Her doctors said, "Donna needs a new heart, or she'll die soon." Felipe Garza, 15, was worried about Donna. He was her friend and really liked her. He especially loved her smile and didn't want her to die. So, he decided to give his heart to her. He told his mother, but she thought he was joking. She didn't know he often had bad headaches because he never told her. One night, Felipe went to sleep and never woke up. His parents were very sad, but his mother remembered what he had said. So, she asked the doctors to give Felipe's heart to Donna. The operation was successful. Felipe's heart was beating in Donna's chest. When Donna knew this, she was very grateful to Felipe and his family. "Every time we see Donna, we think of Felipe. She has Felipe's heart. That gives us great peace," Felipe's brother John said. Felipe is a wonderful boy. We should learn from him. Helping others can make us happy. If everyone is willing to help, the world will be a better place. **Questions**: 1. How was Donna's health? A. Good. B. Poor. C. Strong. D. Wonderful. 2. What did Felipe's mother think when he told her his idea? A. She was sad. B. She was angry. C. She didn't believe him. D. She knew he was seriously ill. 3. When did Felipe die? A. While he was sleeping. B. At school. C. While he was walking. D. In the hospital. 4. Why did Felipe die? A. Because of his bad heart. B. Because he didn't want to live. C. Because of a terrible headache. D. Because he wanted to help Donna. 5. What does the writer want us to do? A. Keep happy and healthy. B. Remember Felipe. C. Give our hearts to others. D. Help others. E **My Interesting Family** Everyone has a family, and we feel warm living in it. There are three people in my family: my mother, my father, and me. We live happily together, and there are many funny stories about us. (A) My father is a very hardworking man. He works as a doctor. He always tries his best to help every patient and make them feel comfortable. But sometimes he works so hard that he forgets the date. Now let me tell you a (B) thing. One day, my father wanted to get up early as usual, but he couldn't because he forgot to set the alarm clock the night before. So when he got up, he did everything in a hurry. After my father left, my mother said to me mysteriously, "He will come back soon." "Why?" I was very surprised. "Because today is Sunday, his holiday." Just as my mother said, my father came back home soon and went to bed again – he was too tired. My mother has a bad memory. She does a lot of housework but sometimes makes mistakes carelessly. For example, one day, she washed clothes in the washing machine but forgot to put detergent in. You see, what an interesting family I have! I hope you have one like mine, too. 1. Choose a suitable sentence for (A). A. My mother is very kind. B. My father doesn't like his work. C. My father is a hardworking man. D. My mother always forgets the date. 2. Fill in an appropriate adjective in (B): 3. Answer the following questions briefly. (1) What is the writer's father? (2) Why didn't the writer's father get up early as usual that day? (3) Does the writer's mother have a good memory? Test 11 A **The Encounters That Taught a Lesson** One day, while on a bus, I saw a charming girl with beautiful golden hair. Her smile was so bright that it made her even more attractive. Just as she got up to leave, I noticed she was hobbling forward. To my surprise, she had only one leg. Yet, as she passed by, she still gave me a warm smile. After getting off the bus, I went to a store to buy some candies. The young man in the store was friendly. I had a chat with him, and he seemed really happy. When I left, he expressed his gratitude to me, saying, "Thank you. You are so kind. It's great to talk to someone like you. You see, I'm blind." Later, while walking along the street, I saw a child with lovely blue eyes. He just stood there, watching the others play. I stopped and asked him, "Why don't you join them?" He remained silent and looked ahead. Then I realized he couldn't hear me at all. I have healthy legs, normal eyesight, and good hearing. I'm truly fortunate, and thus I must cherish everything I have! **Questions**: 1. What was the appearance of the girl on the bus? A. She was very tall. B. She had golden hair. C. She had blue eyes. D. She had long curly hair. 2. What was the physical condition of the girl on the bus? A. She was blind. B. She had only one arm. C. She was deaf. D. She had only one leg. 3. How did the man in the store feel about the interaction? A. Grateful. B. Angry. C. Worried. D. Tired. 4. Why didn't the child join the others in playing? A. Because he was too young. B. Because he had no sight. C. Because he wasn't willing. D. Because he had no hearing. 5. What is the main message of this passage? A. To be friendly to others. B. To help those with disabilities. C. To appreciate what we possess. D. To play sports every day. B **The Lazy Man's Daydream** In a small village, there was a very lazy man. He did nothing all day long except having daydreams. Whenever he felt hungry, he would go out, beg for food, come back, and then continue to do nothing. One sunny afternoon, he was extremely hungry. With much difficulty, he managed to get a pot of milk from one of his neighbors. Once he had the milk, he began to daydream again. "It's this pot of milk that will make me rich," he thought to himself. "I can make butter from the milk. Then I'll go to the market and sell it." His imagination kept going. "With the money I earn, I'll buy a couple of goats. They'll have kids after six months. Soon, I'll have a large number of goats." "Then I'll buy some cows and have a farmhouse. I'll have a big farm..." The man couldn't stop smiling as he imagined all of this. "How smart I am!" he thought. Suddenly, he accidentally broke his pot and got himself completely soaked in the milk. **Questions**: 1. What problem did the man have? A. Making friends. B. Finding a job. C. Having daydreams. D. Getting enough food. 2. What did the man do after getting the pot of milk? A. He continued his daydream. B. He sold the milk for money. C. He drank the milk. D. He dropped the pot. 3. What does the underlined word " soaked " mean in Chinese? A. 清洗 B. 迷失 C. 湿透 D. 生产 4. How would you describe the man? A. Lazy. B. Lucky. C. Kind. D. Smart. 5. What did the man end up with in the end? A. Became rich. B. Had nothing. C. Owned a big farm. D. Raised lots of goats. C **Jeremy Wuitschick: The Young Hero** These days, Jeremy Wuitschick has become a hero. The 13-year-old boy took control of the school bus when the driver suddenly fell ill. He successfully steered the school bus safely off the road and saved the lives of 15 students. Jeremy is a seventh-grade student from a middle school in Milton. At that time, as the bus started entering Surprise Lake Middle School, Jeremy noticed that the driver was shaking. Some students kept shouting, "Oh, my God!" and "Call 911! Call 911!" when they realized the bus was out of control. Others were crying, "Stop the bus!" Jeremy quickly rushed to the driver and turned the steering wheel to move the bus to the side of the road. The bus gradually came to a stop. "I was just thinking that I didn't want to die," Jeremy said. "I turned to the right, to the side of the road. I managed to stop the bus." "I'll give the kid credit for his quick thinking. He did the right thing and we're going to praise him. He is very brave," Milton Police Chief Bill Rhodes said. **Questions**: 1. Why has Jeremy become a hero recently? A. He saved 15 students' lives. B. He could drive a school bus. C. He helped the police find the school bus. D. He helped the driver repair the school bus. 2. What is Jeremy's occupation? A. A policeman. B. A student. C. A driver. D. A teacher. 3. What happened from Paragraph 2? A. How the students saved themselves. B. How the police saved the students on the bus. C. What Jeremy and other students were doing in class. D. What Jeremy and other students were doing in an emergency. 4. Which statement is incorrect according to the passage? A. Jeremy is a seventh-grade student. B. Surprise Lake Middle School is in Milton. C. Jeremy called 911 for help in the dangerous situation. D. The school bus finally stopped at the side of the road. D **The World's Highest Waterfall: Angel Falls** Do you know which waterfall is the highest in the world? You might think it's Niagara Falls. Niagara Falls are indeed very beautiful, but when it comes to height, the most amazing falls in the world are Angel Falls. They are located deep in the jungles of Venezuela. Very few people have ever witnessed Angel Falls. It's extremely difficult to reach there. If you chose to go by land, you would have to travel for weeks through thick and dense jungles. If you decided to go by plane from Caracas, a city on the southern coast, it would still take about four hours. The captivating falls are a gift from God to nature. One of the most interesting things about Angel Falls is how they were discovered. They were named after an American pilot. His name was Jimmy Angel. In 1937, he crashed his plane near the top of the falls. That's how they were found. Angel Falls plummet nearly a kilometer (about 979 meters) from a table-top mountain. The water seems to be dropping directly from the clouds. The height of the falls is so immense that by the time the water reaches the ground, it has already turned into fog. If you have the opportunity to visit them, you will surely never forget them! **Questions**: 1. What are Niagara Falls like? A. Very dangerous. B. The largest waterfall in the world. C. Very beautiful. D. The highest waterfall in the world. 2. Why have few people seen Angel Falls? A. Because it's not easy to reach there. B. Because the tickets are very expensive. C. Because there are no hotels or restaurants. D. Because visitors can only get there on foot. 3. How long will it take to reach Angel Falls by air from Caracas? A. Forty minutes. B. Four hours. C. Several days. D. Several weeks. 4. Who discovered Angel Falls? A. A man from Venezuela. B. An American visitor. C. A pilot from Caracas. D. An American pilot. 5. What's the best title for this passage? A. Where Should We Go? B. Who Discovered Angel Falls? C. The Most Interesting Fact. D. The World's Highest Waterfall E **Alfred Nobel's Transformation** About a hundred years ago, a man was reading the morning newspaper and was shocked to find his name in the obituary column. It was a mistake by the newspaper, as it was actually his brother's death that was reported. When the man, Alfred Nobel, calmed down, his first thought was to check what was written about him in the obituary. It stated, "Dynamite King Died. He was the merchant of death. As the inventor of dynamite, he was regarded as the merchant who caused death all over the world." When he read the words "merchant of death," he asked himself, "Is this how I want to be remembered?" He thought for a moment and decided that this was not the way he desired to be remembered. From then on, he started working towards promoting peace. His name is Alfred Nobel, and today he is remembered not only as the "Dynamite King" but also as the founder of the prestigious Nobel Prize. **Questions**: 1. Why was Alfred Nobel shocked when reading the morning newspaper? 2. What did Alfred Nobel do after calming down? 3. Why was Alfred Nobel called "the merchant of death"? 4. How did Alfred Nobel feel when reading the words in the obituary? 5. Besides being known as the "Dynamite King", what else is Alfred Nobel remembered for today? Test 12 A Amazing Natural "Clocks" In South Africa, there exists a type of tree with large leaves. These leaves turn over every two hours, and the local people consider it as a sign of labor time and give it the name – labor time tree. In the thick forests of Africa, there is a special kind of insect. This insect changes its color every hour. The people living there take it home and regard it as a clock that can tell the time. In South America, there is a bird called Tina. It sings every 30 minutes. The error time when she starts singing each time is less than 15 seconds. The villagers there can obtain the time based on the bird's singing. In the Yellow Sea of China, there is an island. The donkeys on this island bray every two hours. The error time when they start braying each time is less than 3 minutes. So, the soldiers on duty change their posts according to the donkey's braying. In Argentina, there is a kind of wild flower. When early summer arrives, this flower blooms at 8 o'clock in the evening. Young men and women in love will meet at this time, and thus people call this flower the telling-loving-time flower. Questions: 1. How often does the insect in Africa change its color in a day? A. Once. B. Twice. C. 12 times. D. 24 times. 2. What does the phrase "error time" mean in Chinese? A. 时机 B. 误差时间 C. 光阴 D. 作息时间 3. Who benefits from the donkey clock on the island? A. Students. B. Villagers. C. Soldiers. D. Young men and women. 4. Which of the following statements is incorrect according to the passage? A. There are labor time trees in South Africa. B. Tina the bird sings every 30 minutes. C. There are telling-loving-time flowers in Argentina. D. The telling-loving-time flowers bloom throughout the year. 5. What's the most suitable title for this passage? A. Wonderful "Clocks" B. The Secrets of Nature C. The Colorful World D. Work and Rest Time B The Lesson of Water The story takes place in 2777. At that time, water is provided only for a few hours each day. After playing basketball with his friends for a long time, Tony returned home. Feeling extremely thirsty, he searched everywhere for water: the kettle – no water, the glass – no water, the tap – still no water. Tony became very annoyed. "I know you need me," a small voice said, "but to punish you for wasting me, I won't show up now." "Who are you?" Tony asked. "I'm water, of course," the voice replied. "I'm very precious, but why do you always waste me? When you get up in the morning, you keep the tap running for 10 minutes while brushing your teeth and take a 30-minute shower. But have you ever thought about the cost of the huge amount of water you use every day? Moreover, in some areas, people don't even have water to drink at all." "My parents can pay the bill. As for those unlucky people, it has nothing to do with me!" Tony answered coldly. "How can you say that? I won't come back until you understand how valuable I am!" "Oh, no! Please come back!" Tony regretted as soon as the angry water left. But it was too late. Questions: 1. What did Tony do before coming home? A. He went to school. B. He played basketball. C. He visited his friends. D. He looked for water. 2. How does Tony usually treat water? A. He wastes a lot of water. B. He pays a lot for water. C. He cooks with water. D. He helps others with water. 3. How long does Tony spend brushing his teeth and taking a shower in the morning? A. For 10 minutes. B. For 20 minutes. C. For 30 minutes. D. For 40 minutes. 4. From the passage, we can infer that: A. Tony drank water in the end. B. Tony took a shower that day. C. Water didn't come back that day. D. All the people had no water to drink that day. C The Box of Love A man was angry with his 3-year-old daughter because she used a roll of gold wrapping paper. Their family was poor. The man was furious when the child used it to decorate a box and placed it under the Christmas tree. However, the little girl gave the gift to her father the next morning and said, "This is for you, Daddy." The man felt very remorseful for his earlier anger, but he got angry again when he discovered the box was empty. He shouted at her, "Don't you know, when you give someone a present, there should be something inside?" The little girl looked up at him with tears in her eyes and cried, "Oh, Daddy, it's not empty at all. I blew kisses into the box. They are all for you, Daddy." The father was deeply moved. He embraced his little girl and apologized to her. Not long after, an accident tragically took away the life of the little girl. It is said that the girl's father kept that gold box by his bed for many years. Whenever he felt downhearted, he would take out the box full of kisses and remember the love of his daughter who had placed them there. Questions: 1. Why did the father scold his little daughter? A. Because she decorated the Christmas tree. B. Because she used a lot of gold wrapping paper. C. Because he didn't receive a gift from his daughter. D. Because he didn't want his daughter to make a gift. 2. What did the daughter put in the box? A. Her kisses. B. Her wishes. C. Some paper. D. Some flowers. 3. How did the father feel when he knew the meaning of the present? A. Excited. B. Angry. C. Touched. D. Unhappy. 4. What happened to the daughter later? A. She was seriously ill. B. She went to school. C. She lost her life in an accident. D. She never gave her father presents again. 5. Which of the following statements is not true according to the passage? A. Their family was poor. B. The father often missed his daughter. C. The box was filled with his daughter's love. D. The daughter kept the box for many years. D The Neighbor's Song I had been in a bad mood since my new neighbor moved in. Every time I started to write, I could hear a girl singing next door. She didn't sing well and was often out of tune. So, it was truly noise pollution for me. One day, shortly after I sat down in front of the computer, I heard the girl singing again. I found it too noisy, so I asked my husband to go next door and complain about the noise. Ten minutes later, my husband returned with a sad expression, saying, "That girl is only 17, but she has bone cancer. Her mother says that the more painful she feels, the louder her daughter sings." I realized that the singing helped ease her pain. I said to my husband, "Please tell her mother that the girl can sing as she likes. We don't mind at all." From that day on, I no longer thought the girl was doing anything wrong and even got used to her singing. I felt as if it were like smelling the fragrance of sunshine and seeing beautiful flowers and plants. The following year, I was away on business. My husband called to say that the girl had passed away. I returned home in late summer or early autumn. Sitting at home, I couldn't help feeling a sense of loss. Suddenly, I understood that I could no longer hear the girl from next door sing. Questions: 1. How did the writer feel when she first heard the girl singing? A. Unhappy. B. Thankful. C. Lucky. D. Surprised. 2. When did the girl often sing? A. When she missed her mother. B. When she was tired after work. C. When she was free. D. When she was in pain. 3. How old was the girl when she died? A. 16. B. 17. C. 18. D. 19. 4. From the passage, we can know that: A. The writer was a teacher. B. The girl wasn't good at singing. C. The writer and her husband were colleagues. D. The girl sang to help the writer work. 5. What's the best title for the passage? A. My New Neighbor B. A Beautiful Girl C. Songs Next Door D. A Girl and Her Mother E About Keeping Pets Pets are beloved all over the world. They keep people company and bring people joy and love. They protect people's homes and assist the blind. They assist people in numerous ways! In fact, there are numerous reasons why people keep pets. A Family Project Before getting a pet, it's a sensible idea to think thoroughly about which animal is the most suitable for your family. You can begin by gathering sufficient information and advice. Don't choose a pet on your own. Selecting a pet should be a family project. You should decide together with your parents. You need to know what kind of animal you desire, the amount of free time you have, and the degree of responsibility each person is willing to take. Are You 100% Ready? When you see a cute puppy, kitten, or bird and you fall in love with it, don't purchase it immediately. Consider this question: Are you 100% prepared for the responsibility? There's one more thing you should know: Every year, thousands of pets die. Many people receive pets as gifts. But some of them have no idea how to care for their pets or don't like them at all. As a result, these pets die. **判断正误，对的写（T）,错的写（F）**: ( ) 1. The only reason people keep pets is to have company. ( ) 2. Before having a pet, you should consider which animal is best for your family. ( ) 3. Choosing a pet is indeed a family project. ( ) 4. When you see a pet you like, you shouldn't buy it immediately. ( ) 5. Many people get pets as gifts, but none of them know how to look after their... 答案： Test 9 A 1. B 2. D 3. B 4. C 5. D B 1. C 2. B 3. C 4. C 5. C C 1. B 2. C 3. C 4. A 5. B D 1. C 2. D 3. C 4. B 5. B E 1. F 2. F 3. T 4. T 5. F Test 10 A 1. A 2. B 3. A 4. B 5. D B 1. C 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. A C 1. A 2. D 3. C 4. C 5. B D 1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D 5. D E 1. C 2. funny 3. (1) He is a doctor. (2) Because he didn't set the alarm clock the night before. (3) No, she doesn't. Test 11 A 1. B 2. D 3. A 4. D 5. C B 1. D 2. A 3. C 4. A 5. B C 1. A 2. B 3. D 4. C D 1. C 2. A 3. B 4. D 5. C E 1. Because he saw his name in the obituary column but it was a mistake. 2. He wanted to know what was said about him in the obituary. 3. Because he was the inventor of dynamite and was thought of as the merchant who caused death around the world. 4. He felt bad and didn't want to be remembered that way. 5. He is also remembered as the founder of the Nobel Prize. Test 12 A 1. D 2. B 3. C 4. D 5. A B 1. B 2. A 3. D 4. 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