【推荐1】Millions of years ago, horses had many toes(脚趾). They had four toes on each front foot and three toes on each back foot. The horses were no bigger than cats.

       These small horses lived in the forest. Their toes helped them run over the soft, wet ground. It was very hot in the forest. But the weather gradually(逐渐地) changed. It became colder and colder, many trees could not live in cold weather. They died and fell, and open fields took the place of forests, the sun made the ground dry and hard.
       Horses began to change, too. They began to get bigger. This took a long, long time, on the dry and hard land. Horses needed only their middle toe for running. Their middle toes became hard. After a long while, horses had only one hard toe on the foot.
1. Millions of years ago, the horse had four toes on each of its ________.

A．left feet

B．right feet

C．back feet

D．front feet

2. Why couldn’t many of the trees live in the forest?

A．Because the ground was dry and hard.

B．Because the weather became colder and colder.

C．Because it was very hot.

D．Because the horse lived in it.

3. From the story we know that ________.

A．the weather never changed

B．cats were once much bigger than horses

C．animals have always been the same as they are today

D．horses have changed a lot in the past millions of years

【推荐2】Turn a book down and hold it up to a mirror. Now try to read the words. With the letters upside down, it’s very difficult to understand. Many people with dyslexia (阅读困难症) see words on the pages this way. Certain letters might look backwards or upside down or the words might seem to “jump” around.

Dyslexia is a condition that influences a person’s ability to read, write, spell, and listen. Someone with dyslexia has a hard time making the connection between the way letters look and the sounds of words. Though learning may be more difficult for kids with dyslexia, it doesn’t mean that they aren’t smart. It means they have trouble translating what they see, hear, or write into meaningful information.

So, what causes dyslexia? Scientists believe a trouble in the brain makes decoding (编译) languages difficult for some people. Although there is no cure for it, some doctors think that if caught early, dyslexia can be improved. One way to do this is by teaching readers to read out words and practise reading. Many dyslexia people discover their own ways, such as listening to books on tape or asking for more time to complete tests.

1. The writer asks us to read the book in the mirror to show ________.

A．what words are like in our brains	B．how people with dyslexia read
C．why reading is useful for us	D．why people like reading a lot

2. Why is it hard for people with dyslexia to read and write correctly?

A．Because they are not smart.

B．Because they are not hard-working.

C．Because they have trouble hearing words.

D．Because they have trouble understanding information.

3. The underlined word “cure” means ________ in the passage.

A．益处

B．危害

C．成因

D．疗法

4. How can a person with dyslexia get better ability to read?

A．By reading more.

B．By writing more.

C．By playing games.

D．By taking medicine.

5. Where does the passage probably come from?

A．A science magazine.

B．An advertisement.

C．A history book.

D．Sports news.

【推荐2】This is a street crossing. There are red and green lights at each corner. Drivers must watch the lights carefully.

When there is a green light, the cars may go on. When there is a red light, the cars must stop. They must wait until the red light changes to green. Then they can go on.

Sometimes the cars want to make a right turn or a left turn. They can make a right turn when the light is green or red. But they must wait until the green light is shining if they want to turn left.

Some people are color-blind(色盲) .They can't see the difference between red and green. These people must not drive, otherwise(否则) there may be an accident. We must keep our street safe.

1. Drivers must pay attention to(注意)_______ at each corner of the street crossing.

A．the red light

B．the green light

C．the red and green lights

2. No one should drive on when _________.

A．the green light shines

B．the red light shines.

C．there is a light

3. A car can turn right where there is________.

A．a red light

B．a green light or a red one

C．a green light but not a red one

4. A car can't make a left turn_____ the green light shines.

A．When

B．if

C．until

5. Something may happen to a color-blind man if he______.

A．Arrives

B．walks

C．drives

【推荐3】Australia is the greatest island in the world. It is to the south of the equator (赤道). So when it is summer in our country, it is cold winter in Australia.

Australia is big, but the population there is small. The population is the same as that of Shanghai, a city of China. Australia is a young and diverse (多样化的) nation and Australian people come from many different countries.

Australia has many, many sheep. After a short drive from town, you will see sheep around you. You can also find kangaroo has a “bag” below its chest. The mother kangaroo keeps its baby in the “bag”.

Australia is considered to be a relaxing, informal society. When greeting others, students and young people say “Hello” or “Hi”. Sometimes they will say “How’s it going?” or “‘G’ day”. In more formal (正式的) situations they usually shake hands the first time they meet. “Good morning”, “Good afternoon” or “Pleased to meet you” are formal greetings. English is Australia’s national language.

1. When it is summer in Australia, it is ________ in China.

A．spring

B．summer

C．autumn

D．winter

2. When Australian people meet for the first time, they will ________.

A．kiss each other	B．hug each other
C．shake hands	D．nod head to others

3. Which statement isRIGHTaccording to the passage?

A．Australia has a large population.

B．Young people like to say “‘G’ day” to greet others.

C．Kangaroo is a kind of sheep in Australia.

D．English is the second language in Australia.

【推荐1】Notice on the first Round of City-wide Nucleic Acid Testing（核酸检测）

In order to safeguard the lives and health of the people, Zhuhai has decided to launch the first round of city-wide nucleic acid testing that includes all the people in Zhuhai. The notice is as follows:

Testing time: 9:00-12:00 am, 13:30-21:00 pm, March 17 (Thursday), 18 (Friday)

Testing Places: 1. Schools where the students study (for students and teachers) 2. Designated hospitals in different districts of Zhuhai (for adults outside schools)

Ways of making an appointment（预约）: 1. No need for making an appointment, teachers will tell you the time for Nucleic Acid testing (for students and teachers) 2. Make an appointment before you go for the nucleic acid test through the following link or QR code（二维码）before 12:00 on March 16 (for adults outside schools) Link: https://linshulu.net/f/Vx41M6 QR code:

Testing guides 1. Bring your ID when going to the testing station and voluntarily show your “Yuekang Code” and “sample collection QR code” to the volunteers. 2. Wear a mask at all times and keep a distance of at least 1 meter away from others. 3. No talking or gathering. 4. Follow the instructions of the volunteers on site and never fight with others or your will get punishment from the government for your behavior. 5. Leave the testing station as soon as possible after finishing your testing.

Results Query Check the nucleic acid test report by yourself in “Yueshengshi” on the next day after the testing.

Zhuhai Command Center for COVID-19 Control and Prevention March 16, 2022

1. When can the adults in Zhuhai have their Nucleic Acid Testing?

A．9:00 am on March 17.	B．13:00 pm on March 18.
C．12:30 pm on March 18.	D．8:30 am on March 18.

2. Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A．Everyone should make an appointment for the nucleic acid test.

B．The adults outside school have two ways of making an appointment for the nucleic acid test.

C．People can talk with each other when they have their nucleic acid test.

D．The students needn’t show their “Yuekang Code”.

3. What can we infer（推断）from the passage?

A．People can know the result of their nucleic acid tests as soon as they finish it.

B．You should show your “Yuekang Code” or “sample collection QR code” to the volunteers.

C．People may be punished because of their bad behaviors when they have their nucleic acid tests.

D．Families can stand together without any distance while they are waiting for their nucleic acid tests.

4. The notice is made by ________.

A．designated hospitals in different districts of Zhuhai

B．the government office which is in control of “Yueshengshi”

C．Zhuhai Command Center for COVID-19 Control and Prevention

D．teachers and volunteers who are responsible for the nucleic acid test

【推荐2】During the two sessions(两会), people around the world talk about China. Have you ever wondered what topics Generation Zers (people born 1995—2009) are most interested in? In March 2022, China Daily did a survey on topics of the two sessions to see what interests Generation Zers most. Let’s take a look.

Among all topics, “mental health” got the most votes. “Spreading traditional culture” (83%) followed closely. The top choice is not unexpected. Reports on mental health problems of teenagers have increased in recent years. The rate of depression (抑郁) among them was nearly 25%. The attention they give to mental health shows that they care for their own well-being. When they don’t feel well, they dare to speak out and ask for help.

Although Generation Zers are young, they understand the power of traditional culture. Zhao Yan, a junior 2 student from Liaoning Riwan Middle School, said, “My school set up many clubs to help students understand the importance of traditional culture. I join a paper-cutting workshop and a hanfu club. It has not only helped me practise my handwork skills but also let me know the beauty of art. It’s our duty to pass this great art to future generations.”

Instead of only focusing on themselves, Generation Zers also set their eyes on social problems. Kevin Xu, a 16-year-old boy from Shenzhen, told the reporter. “I care about the prevention and control measures of COVID-19. I’m now studying in the UK. In February, the UK government ended quarantine (隔离) rules. It means that COVID-19 patients can go out. This would never happen in China! I think China’s ‘dynamic zero-case’ (动态清零) policy sounds more responsible. A country should protect its people in a pandemic.”

People seem to know little about Generation Zers. Thanks to this survey, we are able to take a closer look at “what Generation Zers care about” and paint a picture of what they are like.

1. According to the passage, what might be the percent of votes of mental health in the survey?

A．95%

B．84%

C．25%

D．75%

2. What does the author mean by saying “The top choice is not unexpected.”?

A．It is glad to find teenagers pay attention to their own health.

B．The author is surprised that the mental health problems of teenagers are serious.

C．The author is surprised that the rate of depression is unexpectedly high.

D．It’s known to all that the mental health problems of teenagers are serious.

3. What do we know about Kevin Xu?

A．Kevin Xu studies in the UK and he is satisfied with everything there.

B．Kevin Xu agrees with the control measures of COVID-19 in the UK.

C．Kevin Xu thinks China’s “dynamic zero-case” policy is a wise decision.

D．Kevin Xu thinks it’s fine for COVID-19 patients to go out.