Exam stress is a common problem among students. Sometimes in a way that the students even do not know why they are stressed. But with the right ways, the exam may become an enjoyable experience. Today let’s look at some great advice from these four students.

	The best way to relieve (缓解) exam stress is doing sports. This can make you relaxed and help you feel better for the day. At the same time, eating the right food is also good for your body and mind.
	I think you should stay in a comfortable place. If you are in a crowded place, it might make you feel more stressed. Find a quiet and tidy place to study and relax. It can help you feel much better.
	One of the common reasons for exam stress is not knowing what to expect. Mock (模拟) exams help you learn the structure (结构) of the exams you’re going to take. Parents can help to time you so you know how to make use of your time during the exams.
	Keeping organized (有条理的) is one of the most important parts of exams. You can make a learning plan to get ready for your exams. Don’t forget to allow time for little breaks. Try to make your learning fun and ask your parents and teachers for help if you have problems.

根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
1. Why does Jimmy think doing sports is the best way to relieve exam stress?

A．Because it can help people relax and feel better for the day.

B．Because it can help people learn the structure of the coming exams.

C．Because it can help people make a learning plan to prepare for the exams.

D．Because it can help people know how to make use of time during the exams.

2. What does Mary suggest doing before the exam?

A．Keeping organized.	B．Having mock exams.
C．Staying in a quiet and tidy place.	D．Doing sports and eating the right food.

3. Which of the following “time” has the same meaning as the underlined (加下划线的) one in the text?

A．He doesn’t have much free time.

B．We’ll be together, just like old times.

C．You should take this medicine three times a day.

D．Would you please time me while I am reading the story?

4. According to the text, whose advice is the most popular?

A．Jimmy’s.

B．Mary’s.

C．Peter’s.

D．Sofia’s.

5. Where may we read the text?

A．In a story book.

B．In a guidebook.

C．On the Internet.

D．On the menu.

Casey McIntyre recently died of cancer (癌症). Before that, she set up a way to help others. In 2019, doctors told her that she had a serious kind of cancer. Though doctors treated (治疗) her for the cancer, Ms. McIntyre’s health got worse.

But she still realized that she was luckier than some other people. She had insurance (保险) to help pay for her medical care. Ms. McIntyre and her husband knew that many people with cancer had to face hard decisions because of the costs of medical care. She worried about others who weren’t as lucky as her.

Soon, Ms. McIntyre and her husband began donating (捐赠) money to a group called RIP Medical Debt (欠款). It works to make it possible for the poor people with cancer to receive better medical care.

In late June, doctors told Ms. McIntyre that she probably had about a month to live. Though her health was falling, Ms. McIntyre lived for about six months. She had many difficult days, but she also spent some wonderful days with her family.

In that time, Ms. McIntyre also thought about what she wanted to happen after she died. she decided to try hard to help as many people as she possibly could.

On November 12, 2023, Ms. McIntyre left the world. Her husband shared a message on her social media account (账号). “If you’re reading this, I have already died,” it said. “To celebrate my life, I’ve planned to pay for the costs of others’ medical care.” They had created a page on a website to raise money for this reason.

Many people saw this message. In less than a week, the donations on the web page quickly passed the earliest goal. And they are still coming in.

根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
6. What did Casey McIntyre do before she left the world?

A．She found a way to help other people.	B．She received money from RIP Medical Debt.
C．She spent some unhappy days with her children.	D．She shared a message on her social media account.

7. What does the underlined word “It” refer to?

A．Cancer.

B．Medical care.

C．A group.

D．A message.

8. The writer organizes the text according to ________.

A．the places

B．the time

C．the feelings

D．the importance

9. Which of the following statement is TRUE according to the text?

A．Other people had more serious cancers than Casey McIntyre.

B．Doctors told Casey McIntyre that she probably had about one year to live.

C．Casey McIntyre got enough money to help to pay for her own medical care.

D．Casey McIntyre’s husband created a page on a website to raise money for her.

10. Which words can best describe Casey McIntyre?

A．Shy and friendly.	B．Kind and helpful.
C．Serious and polite.	D．Outgoing and hardworking.

①Where do you usually study on the weekends? Some students like to study at the library while others like to study at home better. What is the difference between a library and a living room? Which is better for studying?

②Many students find the comfort of their own space helpful for studying. A familiar (熟悉的) environment can make it easier to face stress. You have all your things around you, and you don’t have to spend extra (额外的) money on lunch. You can study day or night and stop for a break whenever you want. There are a lot of advantages (优点) to study at home.

③However, it’s not without problems. Your comfortable bed may keep you from studying. Have you ever been told not to mistake a place to rest for a place to work? If your bedroom becomes a place for both, your mind may do both tasks (任务) badly.

④Libraries are specially designed (设计) for people to study in. There are many kinds of helpful books, and you can meet other students and set up a study group. But libraries also have their disadvantages. They are often crowded. It can be hard to get a seat. And there may be noise from people typing (打字) on their computers.

⑤It can be difficult to decide whether your home or the library is a better place to study. You need to try them out. For example, take a task like reading. First, try studying in your living room. Then, go to the library and read a different part of the same book. After trying each, take notes to describe how you felt and how well you were able to study. This way you can find out which study environment is better for you.

根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
11. How does the writer lead into the topic at the beginning of the text?

A．By giving examples.

B．By asking questions.

C．By comparing numbers.

D．By showing problems.

12. What do you know about studying at home according to the text?

A．If you study at home, it can be difficult for you to face stress.

B．If you study in the bedroom, you will finish your tasks very well.

C．If you study in the bedroom, it may make you feel excited easily.

D．If you study at home, you won’t need to pay more money for lunch.

13. What’s the main purpose (目的) of the last paragraph?

A．To tell us which is the better place to study.	B．To tell us why to choose a better place to study.
C．To advise us where to find a better place to study.	D．To advise us how to decide a better place to study.

14. What’s the structure (结构) of the text?

A．①//②③④⑤

B．①//②③//④⑤

C．①//②③④//⑤

D．①②//③④//⑤

15. What’s the best title for the text?

A．Study or Relax	B．At Home or the Library
C．A Place to Rest or to Work	D．On the Weekdays or On the Weekends

Emojis (表情符号) are very useful in Internet communication. They help us show our thoughts quickly. Emojis first appeared in Japan in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Later, people all over the world began to use them.     16     It’s on July 17. Today, emojis are getting more and more popular. But do you know how to use them properly? Here is some advice for you.

    17     Emojis may not be language, but some of the most commonly used emojis do have accepted meanings. If you are new to the world of emojis or are using emojis in a new language, you might need to know their accepted meanings.

Know the recipient (接收者) of the message well. For example, a smiling face emoji is OK in a conversation with friends.     18    

Know which emojis to avoid (避免). If you don’t know your recipient well, you’d better not use some emojis.     19     These emojis may be acceptable in your culture, but not in all cultures.

Don’t overdo (过度做) it.     20     Because they can be distracting (分散注意力的). Also, using too many emojis on social media may look unprofessional.

根据材料内容，从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项，使文章意思通顺、内容完整。

A．They could be impolite emojis.

B．They even set up World Emoji Day.

C．Know the meanings of common emojis.

D．Remember not to use too many emojis in one message.

E．But it may not be proper in a professional (专业的) email.

A man was nearly deaf, but he didn’t want to accept it. He made as if (好像) that there was _________ wrong.

One day, a friend told him that his old neighbor was ill. It was not easy for the deaf man to know _________ his friend was saying, but he finally did. He _________ to visit his neighbor that day.

“What am I going to do? I cannot hear _________,” the deaf man thought. “Well, maybe I can read my neighbor’s lips (嘴唇) instead.” To be _________ the safe side, he prepared some answers.

He would first ask, “How are you feeling?” _________ the sick neighbor said, “I’m okay. I’m still alive (活着的),” he would say, “That’s wonderful.”

Then he would ask, “What did you eat today?” The neighbor would answer and he would then _________ him “Bon appétit (法语：祝你胃口大开).”

Finally, he would ask, “Who is your doctor?” The neighbor would _________ tell him the doctor’s name. He would agree, “Great! He’s the _________ in town.”

Happy with his plan, the man wanted to __________ his neighbor and went to visit him right away. He sat next to the old man’s bed and asked, “What’s your __________ now, my dear neighbor?”

“I feel terrible. I’m dying,” said the sick man in a low voice.

“That’s wonderful,” the deaf man said gladly.

“What did you eat today, then?” he went on.

“Poison (毒药)!” the old man answered angrily. He was __________ by the “wonderful” reply.

“Bon appétit,” the deaf man said, smiling.

The sick man couldn’t believe his __________.

“Who is your doctor?” the deaf man asked for the __________ time.

“Azrael. We all call him Mr. Death.” The sick man was even more upset now.

“What GREAT news! He can always make us feel better.”

The deaf man __________ his neighbor’s hand and shook it hard. He thought he had brought the sick man so much spirit. When the old neighbor’s son angrily asked him to leave, he didn’t quite understand why.

21.

A．something

B．anything

C．everything

D．nothing

22.

A．who

B．when

C．what

D．how

23.

A．refused

B．decided

C．forgot

D．happened

24.

A．loudly

B．quietly

C．clearly

D．carefully

25.

A．on

B．for

C．with

D．under

26.

A．Before

B．Because

C．Though

D．If

27.

A．hope

B．wish

C．report

D．show

28.

A．even

B．still

C．perhaps

D．never

29.

A．tallest

B．best

C．luckiest

D．happiest

30.

A．give up

B．pick up

C．cut up

D．cheer up

31.

A．feeling

B．opinion

C．change

D．meaning

32.

A．interested

B．scared

C．excited

D．shocked

33.

A．eyes

B．ears

C．mouth

D．nose

34.

A．first

B．second

C．third

D．fourth

35.

A．hurt

B．pressed

C．held

D．watched

阅读短文，根据语篇要求填空，使短文通顺、意思完整。每空限填一词。

Do you do any exercise between classes? During the Northern Song Dynasty (朝代), people enjoyed doing an exercise called Baduanjin. They believed these movements (动作) were good for both the body and mind.     46     are eight simple movements in it, such as slowly opening the arms or raising the head. It looks like tai chi (太极).

Compared     47     other sports such as the ball games, swimming or running, Baduanjin is slow and usually along with soft music. So it was popular with     48     elderly in the past. Today, many young people fall in love with this old exercise. Some of     49     may have a sore back caused by hours sitting in front of the computer. Baduanjin is more suitable (适合的) for these people with its simple     50     slow movements. It doesn’t need much space. Would you like to have a try?

根据下面的对话情景，在每个空白处填上一个适当的句子，使对话的意思连贯、完整。
A: Hi, Li Ping. You look serious.     51    ?
B: I feel so sad. Some terrorists attacked (袭击) a Moscow (莫斯科) concert hall last Friday.     52    ?
A: Yes, I heard the news. More than 140 people died including some children.
B: It was so scary. What were you doing when you heard it?
A:     53    . I couldn’t believe it at that time.
B: We are so lucky to live in China.
A:     54    . So it’s our turn to do something meaningful for our country.
B: Well, let’s do something for our city first. I want to be a volunteer during The Peony Culture Festival.     55    ?
A: Sure, I’d love to. I can’t wait to join you. It must be a good way to make our city better.