内容正文:
Unit 3 Same or Different?
Section B Vocabulary in use
A组 巩固过关
C组 思维拔高
B组 能力进阶
拓展 链接中考
一、单词拼写
1. In the story, the (王子) is tall and handsome, with bright eyes and a friendly smile.
【答案】prince
【解析】句意:在这个故事中,王子高大英俊,有着明亮的眼睛和友好的微笑。英文中“王子”对应的单词是“prince”,且根据“is tall”可知用单数形式。故填prince。
2. I broke my friend’s pen by (意外), but she said it didn’t matter.
【答案】accident
【解析】句意:我意外弄坏了朋友的钢笔,但她说没关系。accident“意外”,by accident“意外地”,固定短语。故填accident。
3. Planting more trees can (产生影响) to the local environment.
【答案】① make ② a ③ difference
【解析】结合原句中的汉语提示,“产生影响”对应的短语为make a difference。句子里含有情态动词can,情态动词后必须使用动词原形,因此动词make保持原形不变。故填make;a;difference。
4. The swimming pool is 50 m long.
【答案】metres##etres
【解析】句意:这个游泳池有50米长。根据“50”和“long”的长度表达以及首字母m的提示,可知此处表示“米”,metre意为“米”;50后接可数名词复数,故填metres。
5. She e to be a doctor, but she finally became a teacher.
【答案】(e)xpected
【解析】句意:她本想成为一名医生,但她最终成为了一名教师。根据首字母提示及“to be a doctor, but she finally became a teacher.”可知,此处指的是expect“期待,预计”,是动词,结合“became”可知,此处动词也用过去式,故填(e)xpected。
6. Edward and Tom are the two main (character) in The Prince and the Pauper.
【答案】characters
【解析】句意:爱德华和汤姆是《王子与贫儿》中的两个主要人物。character“人物;角色”是可数名词。由“the two main”可知,此处应用复数形式。故填characters。
二、完成句子
1. 有些竹子一天可以长近一米。
Some bamboo can grow almost one in one day.
【答案】metre##meter
【解析】原句中 “米” 是关键词,表示 “米” 的单词是metre/meter。本句中one后需要接可数名词单数,故填metre/meter。
2. 我是海里的王子。我会给你任何你想要的东西。
I’m the of the sea. I will you you want.
【答案】① prince ② give ③ whatever
【解析】原句中“王子”“任何你想要的东西”是关键词,prince表示“王子”;give sb sth表示“给某人某物”,will后接动词原形;whatever表示“任何事物”。
3. 我们的父母总是期待我们做到最好。
Our parents always us to do our best.
【答案】expect
【解析】根据中英文对照可知,此处缺“期待”。句子主语Our parents是复数形式,always提示时态为一般现在时,谓语动词需用原形;expect“期待”,动词,expect sb. to do sth.“期待某人做某事”为固定搭配。故填expect。
4. 我们讨论了如果学校发生事故应如何应对。
We discussed what to do if an happens in our school.
【答案】accident
【解析】原句中“事故”是关键词,表示“事故”的单词是accident,空格前有不定冠词an,后接可数名词单数。
5. 她开朗乐观的性格让她在困境中也能保持积极的心态。
Her cheerful and optimistic allows her to maintain a positive attitude even in difficulties.
【答案】character
【解析】根据中英文对照可知,空处是名词character“性格”,在句中作主语。故填character。
6. 交换旅行有哪些益处?
What are the benefits of an trip?
【答案】exchange
【解析】原句中“交换”是关键词,在英文里“交换旅行”对应的短语是“exchange trip”,此处需要一个名词来修饰“trip”,表示旅行的类型,“exchange”作为名词有“交换”的意思,符合语境。
7. 玛丽在花园里偶然地发现了一枚古币。
Mary found an old coin in the garden.
【答案】① by ② accident
【解析】根据中英文对照可知,此处缺“偶然地”,by accident“偶然地”,句中作状语,故填by;accident。
8. 我们全家一起看体育比赛,尤其是速度滑冰。
My family watch sports together, speed skating.
【答案】especially
【解析】原句中“尤其是”是关键词,表示“尤其是”的英文单词是especially。especially用于强调后半部分的“速度滑冰”是前半部分“体育比赛”中特别喜欢的一项。故填especially。
9. 王子爱德华和穷孩子汤姆是马克・吐温著名小说《王子与贫儿》中的两个角色。
The prince, Edward, and the poor boy, Tom, are the two characters in Mark Twain’s famous novel The Prince and the .
【答案】Pauper
【解析】原句中“贫儿”为关键信息,对应马克·吐温小说《王子与贫儿》的标准英文译名《The Prince and the Pauper》,故填Pauper。
三、单项选择
1. Be careful when you cross the street. A car might hit you and cause a (n) ________.
A. energy B. mistake C. change D. accident
【答案】D
【解析】句意:过马路的时候要小心。汽车可能会撞到你,造成事故。
考查名词辨析。energy能量;mistake错误;change改变;accident事故。根据“A car might hit you”可知,汽车撞到人会造成事故。故选D。
2. In stories, a ______ with a strong will can often overcome many difficulties.
A. person B. people C. character D. human
【答案】C
【解析】句意:在故事中,一个意志坚强的角色往往能够克服许多困难。
考查名词辨析。person人,通常指现实生活中的个体;people人们,是person的复数形式,指一群人;character角色,常用于文学作品、故事、戏剧等中,指虚构的人物;human人类,强调人类这一物种。根据“In stories”可知,这里说的是故事中的角色,所以用character最合适。故选C。
3. — I didn’t ________ him to win the first prize in the English speech contest.
— I wasn’t surprised at all. He worked hard to improve his confidence.
A. hope B. expect C. choose D. wait
【答案】B
【解析】句意:——我没料到他会在英语演讲比赛中获得一等奖。——我一点也不惊讶。他努力提高自己的信心。
考查动词辨析。hope希望,hope to do sth.或hope (that)从句,不能用于hope sb. to do sth.结构;expect期望,expect sb. to do sth.期望某人做某事;choose选择;wait等待。根据语境可知,此处是说没料到他会在英语演讲比赛中获得一等奖,expect符合语境。故选B。
4. It’s about 5 ________ along on the right.
A. hundred metre B. hundreds metre C. hundreds metres D. hundred metres
【答案】D
【解析】句意:它在右侧大约500米处。
考查数词hundred的用法。“基数词+hundred”表示具体数字;metre“米”,可数名词,根据“5…”可知,此处应用其复数形式。故选D。
5. The ________ saved the princess from the dragon.
A. king B. prince C. queen D. princess
【答案】B
【解析】句意:王子从龙的手中救了公主。
考查名词辨析。king国王;prince王子;queen王后;princess公主。根据童话的故事背景设定,一般是王子拯救处于危险中的公主,选项B的“prince”符合题意。故选B。
一、选词填空
根据短文内容,从方框中选出恰当的词,并将对应的 A、B、C、D填在答题卡的相应位置上。
A. enjoys B. learn C. types D. amazing
The MBTI personality test is a cool way to 1 more about yourself. This test helps you know different personality 2 based on how you think, feel, and interact (互动) with the world around you. You can take the test online, and it will tell you if you are an introvert who 3 alone time, or an extrovert who loves being around people. The results can also show if you prefer planning everything out or if you like to go with the flow. It’s an 4 way to learn about what makes you special and how you can use your strengths in everyday life!
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. A 4. D
【解析】本文主要介绍了MBTI性格测试。
(1)题: 句意:MBTI性格测试是一种了解自己的很酷的方式。根据“more about yourself”可知MBTI性格测试是了解自己的方式,选项B“了解”符合。故选B。
(2)题: 句意:这个测试可以帮助你根据你的想法、感受和与周围世界的互动来了解不同的性格类型。根据“know different personality”可知是知道不同的性格类型,选项C“类型”符合。故选C。
(3)题: 句意:你可以在网上参加测试,它会告诉你,你是喜欢独处的内向者,还是喜欢与人相处的外向者。根据“if you are an introvert who...alone time”可知内向的人喜欢独处,选项A“喜欢”符合。故选A。
(4)题: 句意:这是一种神奇的方式,可以了解什么让你与众不同,以及如何在日常生活中发挥你的优势!根据“way to learn about what makes you special ”可知MBTI性格测试是一个神奇的方式,选项D“神奇的”符合。故选D。
二、完形填空
I’d like to introduce my friend, Alex to you. He is an interesting person. Alex is slim and tall. He has a bright smile that everyone loves. People often compare him to a famous actor 1 his good looks.
But what makes Alex special is his character. This is his biggest 2 . He is very hardworking and always puts his whole heart into his 3 . No matter how difficult the school work is, Alex never 4 .
One of Alex’s most 5 qualities is his sense of humour. He loves to tell 6 and often makes everyone around him happy. Even though he can be quite funny, Alex has a 7 side too. He is very honest and always keeps his promise.
In his 8 time, Alex enjoys reading books and playing soccer. He says that playing sports helps him relax and have fun. It’s amazing to see how much energy he has both on the soccer field and in everyday life. When Alex achieved a high score on his exam, everyone 9 him. It was for him, and for us, his friends.
I am very lucky to have Alex as a friend. 10 I have difficulty, he is always there to help. His positive attitude and strong character make him a perfect example of a good friend.
根据短文内容选择最佳答案。
1. A. for the reason of B. out of C. instead of
2. A. strength B. role C. opinion
3. A. hobbies B. health C. tasks
4. A. grows up B. gives up C. cleans up
5. A. disappointing B. amazing C. boring
6. A. truth B. lies C. jokes
7. A. smart B. lively C. serious
8. A. sports B. spare C. study
9. A. congratulated B. celebrated C. invited
10. A. Although B. Whenever C. Because
【答案】1. A 2. A 3. C 4. B 5. B 6. C 7. C 8. B 9. A 10. B
【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者的朋友Alex,他不仅外表英俊,性格也十分独特。他勤奋努力,诚实守信,幽默风趣,是作者的好朋友。
(1)题: 句意:人们经常因为他的长相而把他比作一位著名的演员。
for the reason of因为;out of在……外面;instead of代替。根据“People often compare him to a famous actor...his good looks.”可知,因为他的长相,人们经常把他比作一位著名的演员。故选A。
(2)题: 句意:这是他最大的优点。
strength优点;role角色;opinion观点。根据“But what makes Alex special is his character.”可知,此处指性格是他的优点。故选A。
(3)题: 句意:他非常勤奋,总是全身心地投入到他的任务中。
hobbies爱好;health健康;tasks任务。根据“He is very hardworking and always puts his whole heart into his...”可知,他全身心地投入到任务中。故选C。
(4)题: 句意:无论学业有多困难,亚历克斯从不放弃。
grows up长大;gives up放弃;cleans up打扫。根据“No matter how difficult the school work is, Alex never...”可知,无论学业有多困难,亚历克斯从不放弃。故选B。
(5)题: 句意:亚历克斯最令人惊叹的品质之一是他的幽默感。
disappointing令人失望的;amazing令人惊叹的;boring无聊的。根据“One of Alex’s most...qualities is his sense of humour.”可知,幽默感是令人惊叹的品质。故选B。
(6)题: 句意:他喜欢讲笑话,经常让他周围的每个人都开心。
truth真相;lies谎言;jokes玩笑。根据“He loves to tell...and often makes everyone around him happy.”可知,他喜欢讲笑话。故选C。
(7)题: 句意:尽管他很有趣,但亚历克斯也有严肃的一面。
smart聪明的;lively活泼的;serious严肃的。根据“Even though he can be quite funny, Alex has a...side too.”可知,尽管他很有趣,但也有严肃的一面。故选C。
(8)题: 句意:在业余时间,亚历克斯喜欢读书和踢足球。
sports运动;spare空闲的;study学习。根据“Alex enjoys reading books and playing soccer.”可知,读书和踢足球是业余时间的活动,in one’s spare time“在某人的业余时间”。故选B。
(9)题: 句意:当亚历克斯在考试中取得高分时,每个人都祝贺他。
congratulated祝贺;celebrated庆祝;invited邀请。根据“When Alex achieved a high score on his exam, everyone...him.”可知,此处指取得高分时,每个人都祝贺他。故选A。
(10)题: 句意:每当我遇到困难,他总是在那里帮助我。
Although尽管;Whenever无论何时;Because因为。根据“...I have difficulty, he is always there to help.”可知,无论何时遇到困难,他都会帮助我。故选B。
一、阅读单选
A篇
Christmas morning came. The four March girls woke up early. They wanted to see their Christmas presents. Under the tree, there were four small boxes. Inside each box was a new book.
“Isn’t it nice?” said Jo, “We can read them together.”
Meg, the oldest girl, smiled. “It’s a great present. Thank you, Mom and Dad,” She looked at her sisters. Jo was tall and thin. She loved reading and writing stories. Beth was quiet and liked playing the piano. Amy, the youngest, loved drawing and beautiful things.
The girls sat down and started reading. But then Jo said, “We are happy, but some people are not. Let’s give our breakfast to the poor family next door. They have no food or warm clothes.”
The other girls agreed. They put their bread and milk into a basket. When they got to the small house, a little girl opened the door. She was cold and hungry. The girls gave her the food. The mother cried and said, “Thank you so much. You are kind girls.”
When the March girls came back home, their mother was very happy. “You learned an important lesson today,” she said. “The best Christmas present is to help others.”
— Adapted from Little Women
1. What was in each Christmas box for the girls?
A. A new toy. B. A new book.
C. A beautiful dress. D. A nice cake.
2. What did Beth like doing?
A. Writing stories. B. Playing the piano.
C. Drawing pictures. D. Reading books.
3. Why did the girls give their breakfast to the family next door?
A. Because they didn’t like the breakfast. B. Because the family was poor and had no food.
C. Because their mother asked them to do it. D. Because they wanted to get a new present.
4. What important lesson did the girls learn?
A. Reading books is the best thing. B. It’s good to have many sisters.
C. Helping others is the best Christmas present. D. Waking up early on Christmas is fun.
【答案】1. B 2. B 3. B 4. C
【解析】本文节选自《小妇人》,讲述了马奇家的四姐妹在圣诞节早晨收到礼物后,主动将早餐送给隔壁贫困家庭,最终领悟到帮助他人是最好的圣诞礼物的故事。
(1)题: 细节理解题。根据“Under the tree, there were four small boxes. Inside each box was a new book.”可知,每个圣诞盒子里都有一本新书。故选B。
(2)题: 细节理解题。根据“Beth was quiet and liked playing the piano.”可知,贝丝喜欢弹钢琴。故选B。
(3)题: 细节理解题。根据“‘Let’s give our breakfast to the poor family next door. They have no food or warm clothes.’”可知,女孩们把早餐送给隔壁的家庭是因为这个家庭很穷,没有食物。故选B。
(4)题: 细节理解题。根据“‘You learned an important lesson today,’” she said. “‘The best Christmas present is to help others.’”可知,女孩们学到的重要一课是帮助他人是最好的圣诞礼物。故选C。
B篇
Personality and Workplace Success
In today’s competitive world, having the right skills and knowledge is not always enough to guarantee success in the workplace. More and more companies are paying attention to candidates’ personality traits. They believe that certain personality types are more likely to succeed in specific roles.
Research shows that people who are confident, organized and positive tend to perform better at work. They are more likely to take on challenges, work well in teams and handle pressure effectively. These qualities help them build strong relationships with colleagues and clients, which is essential for career advancement.
On the other hand, people who are easily discouraged, negative or overly critical may struggle in the workplace. They may find it difficult to work with others and often miss out on opportunities for growth. However, this does not mean that these individuals cannot change. With effort and self-reflection, they can develop more positive traits and improve their chances of success.
Another important factor is emotional intelligence. People who can understand and manage their own emotions, as well as relate to others’ feelings, are often more successful in their careers. They are better at resolving conflicts, motivating others and creating a positive work environment.
In conclusion, while technical skills are important, personality and emotional intelligence play a significant role in workplace success. By understanding your own personality and working to improve it, you can increase your chances of achieving your career goals.
1. What do companies pay attention to besides skills and knowledge?
A. Age and experience. B. Personality traits.
C. Education background. D. Family connections.
2. According to the passage, which personality type is more likely to succeed at work?
A. Negative and critical people. B. Shy and quiet people.
C. Confident and organized people. D. Lazy and careless people.
3. What does emotional intelligence involve?
A. Making more money. B. Understanding and managing emotions.
C. Working longer hours. D. Getting a promotion quickly.
4. Can people who are negative change their personality?
A. No, personality is fixed from birth. B. Yes, with effort and self-reflection.
C. Only with the help of a doctor. D. No, it is impossible to change.
5. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Technical skills are the most important factor in career success.
B. Personality and emotional intelligence are important for workplace success.
C. Only confident people can be successful in their careers.
D. People should not try to change their personality.
【答案】1. B 2. C 3. B 4. B 5. B
【解析】本文是一篇说明文,文章主要介绍了性格特质与情商对职场成功的重要作用。
(1)题: 根据第一段“More and more companies are paying attention to candidates’ personality traits.”可知,除了技能和知识,公司还关注性格特征。
(2)题: 根据第二段“Research shows that people who are confident, organized and positive tend to perform better at work.”可知,自信且有条理的人更容易成功。
(3)题: 根据第四段“People who can understand and manage their own emotions, as well as relate to others’ feelings, are often more successful in their careers.”可知,情商包含理解与管理情绪。
(4)题: 根据第三段“With effort and self-reflection, they can develop more positive traits and improve their chances of success.”可知,消极的人可以通过努力和自我反思改变。
(5)题: 文章标题为“Personality and Workplace Success”,且最后一段总结道“personality and emotional intelligence play a significant role in workplace success.”可知,性格和情商在职场成功中起着重要作用,全文围绕这一主题展开。
一、阅读单选
(来源:2024年四川省广元市中考英语真题)Doodles (涂鸦) about Your Character!
You are a person who feels a lot and gets influenced by others. You never show your weak side. When something upsets you, you can talk about it with your fiends so that you don’t get nervous.
You are a person who is full of energy and can find joy in everything you do. You dream of living a life to the fullest. One of your greatest fears is being bored. You need to take a careful look at life and start making better choices.
You are a person who is ambitious (有雄心的) and organized. You work very hard. But sometimes you may become self-centered. Whenever a friend tries to share a story with you, you bring the focus to yourself, talking about your own life. You should try to be a better listener.
You are a person who is smart and has strong self-control. You follow your dreams, never comparing yourself with others. Sometimes you should come out of your comfort zone (舒适区) and try new things.
1. Picture l tells something about a person ________.
A. who is full of energy B. who is hard-working C. who is influenced easily D. who is clever
2. Which picture may you draw if you are afraid of being bored?
A. Picture 1. B. Picture 2. C. Picture 3. D. Picture 4.
3. What advice can a self-centered person get according to the passage?
A. Looking at his life carefully. B. Talking with his friends.
C. Trying something new. D. Being a better listener.
4. If you have strong self-control, ________.
A. you never show your weak side B. you dream of living a life to the fullest
C. you are well organized D. you just follow your own dreams
5. What kind of text is this passage?
A. A character test. B. A news report. C. A health survey. D. An art ad.
【答案】1. C 2. B 3. D 4. D 5. A
【解析】本文讲述了人们可以通过分析他们的涂鸦来了解自己的性格特点。
(1)题: 细节理解题。根据“You are a person who feels a lot and gets influenced by others.”可知,图片1讲的是一个容易受影响的人。故选C。
(2)题: 细节理解题。根据“One of your greatest fears is being bored”可知,如果你害怕无聊,可能会画出图片2。故选B。
(3)题: 细节理解题。根据“But sometimes you may become self-centered...You should try to be a better listener.”可知,建议自我为中心的人成为更好的倾听者。故选D。
(4)题: 细节理解题。根据“You are a person who is smart and has strong self-control. You follow your dreams, never comparing yourself with others.”可知,如果你有很强的自我控制力,那么你会追随自己的梦想。故选D。
(5)题: 推理判断题。根据全文内容可知,每幅图对应介绍了一种性格特点及建议,因此可以判断该文是一次性格测试。故选A。
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Unit 3 Same or Different?
Section B Vocabulary in use
A组 巩固过关
C组 思维拔高
B组 能力进阶
拓展 链接中考
一、单词拼写
1. In the story, the (王子) is tall and handsome, with bright eyes and a friendly smile.
2. I broke my friend’s pen by (意外), but she said it didn’t matter.
3. Planting more trees can (产生影响) to the local environment.
4. The swimming pool is 50 m long.
5. She e to be a doctor, but she finally became a teacher.
6. Edward and Tom are the two main (character) in The Prince and the Pauper.
二、完成句子
1. 有些竹子一天可以长近一米。
Some bamboo can grow almost one in one day.
2. 我是海里的王子。我会给你任何你想要的东西。
I’m the of the sea. I will you you want.
3. 我们的父母总是期待我们做到最好。
Our parents always us to do our best.
4. 我们讨论了如果学校发生事故应如何应对。
We discussed what to do if an happens in our school.
5. 她开朗乐观的性格让她在困境中也能保持积极的心态。
Her cheerful and optimistic allows her to maintain a positive attitude even in difficulties.
6. 交换旅行有哪些益处?
What are the benefits of an trip?
7. 玛丽在花园里偶然地发现了一枚古币。
Mary found an old coin in the garden.
8. 我们全家一起看体育比赛,尤其是速度滑冰。
My family watch sports together, speed skating.
9. 王子爱德华和穷孩子汤姆是马克・吐温著名小说《王子与贫儿》中的两个角色。
The prince, Edward, and the poor boy, Tom, are the two characters in Mark Twain’s famous novel The Prince and the .
三、单项选择
1. Be careful when you cross the street. A car might hit you and cause a (n) ________.
A. energy B. mistake C. change D. accident
2. In stories, a ______ with a strong will can often overcome many difficulties.
A. person B. people C. character D. human
3. — I didn’t ________ him to win the first prize in the English speech contest.
— I wasn’t surprised at all. He worked hard to improve his confidence.
A. hope B. expect C. choose D. wait
4. It’s about 5 ________ along on the right.
A. hundred metre B. hundreds metre C. hundreds metres D. hundred metres
5. The ________ saved the princess from the dragon.
A. king B. prince C. queen D. princess
一、选词填空
根据短文内容,从方框中选出恰当的词,并将对应的 A、B、C、D填在答题卡的相应位置上。
A. enjoys B. learn C. types D. amazing
The MBTI personality test is a cool way to 1 more about yourself. This test helps you know different personality 2 based on how you think, feel, and interact (互动) with the world around you. You can take the test online, and it will tell you if you are an introvert who 3 alone time, or an extrovert who loves being around people. The results can also show if you prefer planning everything out or if you like to go with the flow. It’s an 4 way to learn about what makes you special and how you can use your strengths in everyday life!
二、完形填空
I’d like to introduce my friend, Alex to you. He is an interesting person. Alex is slim and tall. He has a bright smile that everyone loves. People often compare him to a famous actor 1 his good looks.
But what makes Alex special is his character. This is his biggest 2 . He is very hardworking and always puts his whole heart into his 3 . No matter how difficult the school work is, Alex never 4 .
One of Alex’s most 5 qualities is his sense of humour. He loves to tell 6 and often makes everyone around him happy. Even though he can be quite funny, Alex has a 7 side too. He is very honest and always keeps his promise.
In his 8 time, Alex enjoys reading books and playing soccer. He says that playing sports helps him relax and have fun. It’s amazing to see how much energy he has both on the soccer field and in everyday life. When Alex achieved a high score on his exam, everyone 9 him. It was for him, and for us, his friends.
I am very lucky to have Alex as a friend. 10 I have difficulty, he is always there to help. His positive attitude and strong character make him a perfect example of a good friend.
根据短文内容选择最佳答案。
1. A. for the reason of B. out of C. instead of
2. A. strength B. role C. opinion
3. A. hobbies B. health C. tasks
4. A. grows up B. gives up C. cleans up
5. A. disappointing B. amazing C. boring
6. A. truth B. lies C. jokes
7. A. smart B. lively C. serious
8. A. sports B. spare C. study
9. A. congratulated B. celebrated C. invited
10. A. Although B. Whenever C. Because
一、阅读单选
A篇
Christmas morning came. The four March girls woke up early. They wanted to see their Christmas presents. Under the tree, there were four small boxes. Inside each box was a new book.
“Isn’t it nice?” said Jo, “We can read them together.”
Meg, the oldest girl, smiled. “It’s a great present. Thank you, Mom and Dad,” She looked at her sisters. Jo was tall and thin. She loved reading and writing stories. Beth was quiet and liked playing the piano. Amy, the youngest, loved drawing and beautiful things.
The girls sat down and started reading. But then Jo said, “We are happy, but some people are not. Let’s give our breakfast to the poor family next door. They have no food or warm clothes.”
The other girls agreed. They put their bread and milk into a basket. When they got to the small house, a little girl opened the door. She was cold and hungry. The girls gave her the food. The mother cried and said, “Thank you so much. You are kind girls.”
When the March girls came back home, their mother was very happy. “You learned an important lesson today,” she said. “The best Christmas present is to help others.”
— Adapted from Little Women
1. What was in each Christmas box for the girls?
A. A new toy. B. A new book.
C. A beautiful dress. D. A nice cake.
2. What did Beth like doing?
A. Writing stories. B. Playing the piano.
C. Drawing pictures. D. Reading books.
3. Why did the girls give their breakfast to the family next door?
A. Because they didn’t like the breakfast. B. Because the family was poor and had no food.
C. Because their mother asked them to do it. D. Because they wanted to get a new present.
4. What important lesson did the girls learn?
A. Reading books is the best thing. B. It’s good to have many sisters.
C. Helping others is the best Christmas present. D. Waking up early on Christmas is fun.
B篇
Personality and Workplace Success
In today’s competitive world, having the right skills and knowledge is not always enough to guarantee success in the workplace. More and more companies are paying attention to candidates’ personality traits. They believe that certain personality types are more likely to succeed in specific roles.
Research shows that people who are confident, organized and positive tend to perform better at work. They are more likely to take on challenges, work well in teams and handle pressure effectively. These qualities help them build strong relationships with colleagues and clients, which is essential for career advancement.
On the other hand, people who are easily discouraged, negative or overly critical may struggle in the workplace. They may find it difficult to work with others and often miss out on opportunities for growth. However, this does not mean that these individuals cannot change. With effort and self-reflection, they can develop more positive traits and improve their chances of success.
Another important factor is emotional intelligence. People who can understand and manage their own emotions, as well as relate to others’ feelings, are often more successful in their careers. They are better at resolving conflicts, motivating others and creating a positive work environment.
In conclusion, while technical skills are important, personality and emotional intelligence play a significant role in workplace success. By understanding your own personality and working to improve it, you can increase your chances of achieving your career goals.
1. What do companies pay attention to besides skills and knowledge?
A. Age and experience. B. Personality traits.
C. Education background. D. Family connections.
2. According to the passage, which personality type is more likely to succeed at work?
A. Negative and critical people. B. Shy and quiet people.
C. Confident and organized people. D. Lazy and careless people.
3. What does emotional intelligence involve?
A. Making more money. B. Understanding and managing emotions.
C. Working longer hours. D. Getting a promotion quickly.
4. Can people who are negative change their personality?
A. No, personality is fixed from birth. B. Yes, with effort and self-reflection.
C. Only with the help of a doctor. D. No, it is impossible to change.
5. What is the main idea of this passage?
A. Technical skills are the most important factor in career success.
B. Personality and emotional intelligence are important for workplace success.
C. Only confident people can be successful in their careers.
D. People should not try to change their personality.
一、阅读单选
(来源:2024年四川省广元市中考英语真题)Doodles (涂鸦) about Your Character!
You are a person who feels a lot and gets influenced by others. You never show your weak side. When something upsets you, you can talk about it with your fiends so that you don’t get nervous.
You are a person who is full of energy and can find joy in everything you do. You dream of living a life to the fullest. One of your greatest fears is being bored. You need to take a careful look at life and start making better choices.
You are a person who is ambitious (有雄心的) and organized. You work very hard. But sometimes you may become self-centered. Whenever a friend tries to share a story with you, you bring the focus to yourself, talking about your own life. You should try to be a better listener.
You are a person who is smart and has strong self-control. You follow your dreams, never comparing yourself with others. Sometimes you should come out of your comfort zone (舒适区) and try new things.
1. Picture l tells something about a person ________.
A. who is full of energy B. who is hard-working C. who is influenced easily D. who is clever
2. Which picture may you draw if you are afraid of being bored?
A. Picture 1. B. Picture 2. C. Picture 3. D. Picture 4.
3. What advice can a self-centered person get according to the passage?
A. Looking at his life carefully. B. Talking with his friends.
C. Trying something new. D. Being a better listener.
4. If you have strong self-control, ________.
A. you never show your weak side B. you dream of living a life to the fullest
C. you are well organized D. you just follow your own dreams
5. What kind of text is this passage?
A. A character test. B. A news report. C. A health survey. D. An art ad.
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