1 . Our English teacher Mrs. Wang let us do an English project—researching the Chinese traditional festivals. Here are two groups’ reports about it.
The subject we’ve chosen is Lantern Festival. We’ve collected much information about the festival by doing some reading in the library. Lantern Festival has a history of about 2, 000 years. It’s celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar (阴历) month. People get together to enjoy colorful lanterns and play riddle (谜语) games. Small gifts are usually offered when they get right answers. It’s a tradition to eat tangyuan on this special day. As for the next step, we will make our own lanterns and make some English riddles. This will help us understand the meaning of the festival better. | Linda:
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We learned about Dragon Boat Festival. To do the research, we searched for information online and visited a local museum about culture and customs. We’ve learned a lot about the festival. With a history of about 2,000 years, Dragon Boat Festival falls on the 5th day of the fifth lunar month. People usually celebrate it by watching boat races. Zongzi is the most traditional food that is eaten to honour the great poet Qu Yuan. Next, we plan to learn how to make zongzi, and produce an English video to make the festival known by more people around the world. | John:
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1. What is the project about?
| A．Games. | B．Festivals. |
| C．Foods. | D．Reports. |
| A．By searching the Internet. | B．By visiting a museum. |
| C．By reading books. | D．By watching races. |
| A．Make an English video. | B．Plan some activities. |
| C．Make English riddles. | D．Buy some zongzi. |
2 . Make It a Good Day
Mom and Dad are going out today, and you’re in for a whole day of fun. However, Mom leaves you with a list of “duties”—finishing your homework, playing the violin and tidying up your messy wardrobe (衣柜). You also really want to play video games and read comics (漫画). There’s so much to do! It’s time to make a plan.
| Make a to-do list A to-do list is like a note for you. Write down all the things you want to do or need to finish. It helps you organize your day and makes sure you don’t forget important things. What’s on your list today? Maybe it will look like this. |
doing homework; reading books. | |
playing outside; eating yummy fruits; having at healthy lunch. | ||
tidying up my wardrobe; calling my grandparents. | ||
practicing the violin; doing some painting | ||
playing video games; hanging out with friends. | ||
| Put your list in order! Now, let’s think about what to do first. Put the most important things at the top, like homework before playtime. Give them stars so you won’t forget. This way, you can check off the important things as you do them. | *Finishing homework *Practicing the violin *Calling grandparents *Eating some fruits *Tidying up my wardrobe |
Do you often spend too much time on one thing? A timer can help! When you’re working on a task, set the timer for the time you want to spend on it. It’s like a challenge against the clock. When the timer goes off, it reminds you that it’s time to finish up that task. |
| A．A list you will do. | B．A thank-you note. |
| C．A diary you write. | D．A thing you like to do. |
| A．To begin with tidying up rooms. | B．To do all the things one by one. |
| C．To tell parents and let them help you. | D．To divide the things into different groups. |
| A．By doing things as usual. | B．By putting the list in order. |
| C．By using a helpful timer. | D．By doing things at the end of the day. |
| A．Does the writer want to show his busy day? |
| B．Does the writer help us do homework well? |
| C．Does the writer remind us to eat yummy fruits? |
| D．Does the writer teach us to take up a good habit? |
3 . Have you noticed that some people succeed, while others may not? This is because some people own certain qualities while others don’t have. If you want to be successful, you should remember the following things.
The first thing you must remember is that in order to succeed, you must have a strong wish. If you do not expect to win, you will not try as hard as those who do expect to win. You also need to have a clear purpose and reason for doing something. If you do not have a purpose, you will not do your best to work hard and make sure that every detail you have done is right.
Reading is another thing to remember, as it will help you learn about how other people have achieved success. If you want to learn how to set up a successful business, you should read books about some successful people who have achieved amazing success in their areas of business, such as Jerry Yang.
Another thing that helps people succeed is creativity -- thinking about things differently and wondering how others will do the same thing. Think about some successful people you know. They might be successful with a little creativity, but the most successful people are the most creative ones.
Practicing is essential if you want to succeed because practice makes perfect. Practice every day for the job you are in, and by doing so, you will see yourself, your business and your self-confidence begin to grow. If you feel confident about what you do, this confidence will make other people believe in you more as well. Your workmates will be happy to work with you, and your boss will give you more important things to do.
Finally, if you succeed, you will get respect from people and do more for our world.
1. What does the writer think is the most important?| A．One’s boss and workmates. | B．Wishes and purposes. |
| C．Purposes and plans. | D．Famous stories. |
| A．To support his idea. | B．To show an example of creativity. |
| C．To explain why. | D．To answer questions. |
| A．Easy. | B．Confident. | C．Important. | D．Difficult. |
| A．We should be confident. | B．We should practice every day. |
| C．We should be happy. | D．We should make others believe us. |
| A．People We Learn from | B．The Road to Success |
| C．Ways to be Better | D．Qualities of Successful People |
| Wang Qiuyuan, 15, Jiangsu In China, we celebrated the May Day holiday recently. I want to know about the public holidays in your country and how you celebrate them. |
| Wang Jiayue, 12, Singapore In Singapore, we have 11 public holidays every year. There are many celebrations, such as Chinese New Year which gives us a two-day break, while on other holidays we only have one day off. During the holidays, my family and I usually decorate the house. |
| Jaehyun, 14, South Korea I’d like to introduce a special holiday in South Korea. It’s called Chuseok (秋夕), and it takes place around September each year. It’s a kind of fall harvest festival, which is similar to the Mid-Autumn Festival in China. We get to eat a lot on that day, such as songpyeon (松糕), which is a type of rice cake. It’s in the shape of a half-moon. |
| Wang Yunru, 12, Australia Many holidays in Australia have something to do with religion (宗教), such as Easter and Christmas. Our Labor Day falls on Oct. 2. You may be surprised that we have a day off for Valentine’s Day. It’s on Feb. 14. Although some people may celebrate it in a romantic (浪漫的) way, such as by sending cards to lovers, most people just choose to rest. We may also go shopping because the season is changing. |
| Olivia House, 12, UK In England, there are usually eight bank holidays each year. Some are important religious days, such as Christmas and Easter. Others may celebrate traditions in England, like May 1, which is May Day. We celebrate the beginning of summer and the hard work of workers on that day. |
1. Which is not right about Chuseok?
| A．It takes place around September. |
| B．People would decorate the house on that day. |
| C．It is similar to Mid-Autumn Festival in China. |
| D．People eat a lot of food such as a kind of rice cake. |
| A．Have a two-day off. | B．Send cards to her parents. |
| C．Go shopping. | D．Eat moon cakes. |
| A．Family and society. | B．Health and Medicine. |
| C．Nature and environment. | D．Culture and traditions. |
| A．The history about holidays. | B．The food they have on holidays. |
| C．Holidays they have and how to celebrate them. | D．When to celebrate holidays. |
If you finish your homework quickly after lunch on weekends, you and your friend decide to visit a bookstore. Here are some suggestions for you. | It’s the weekend. Go to a bookstore with friends! |
1．Before leaving home, it’s important to give your parents a call. Let them know where you are going, who you are going with, and when you plan to return.
2．After meeting with your friend, you walk to the bookstore. You need to walk on the sidewalk and wait for the traffic lights. You may talk with each other happily when walking. But always remember to watch for cars.
3．The bookstore is very crowded! Try to stay with your friend. Don’t chat with strangers. You may find some books interesting, but it is better to put them down and go back home before 9:30 pm.
4．You may want to buy a burger for dinner. You can pay for it with your smartwatch or phone. If you need to enter the password (输密码), make sure no one else is watching.
1. Who should you give a call before leaving home?| A．Your friends. | B．Your parents. |
| C．Your teachers. | D．Your relatives. |
| A．To talk carefully. | B．To look for the traffic lights. |
| C．To watch for cars. | D．To watch for the books. |
| A．How to have a nice weekend. |
| B．Make sure take everything we need. |
| C．It’s important to go to a bookstore. |
| D．Pay attention to the safety when going out. |
6 . “Happiness is a habit,” says Talia Soen, CEO of Happy Things, a platform (平台) that helps you develop those habits through daily lives. “Many people think happiness is hard to achieve, but we want to make it easy to understand and teachable.” she says, “Let’s examine the habits of happy people.”
The experience of joy is related to the good, meaningful life. Happiness can be found in the small moments of our daily lives. For example, showing thankful feeling has been proved to increase happiness. Take a moment to think about the help you receive from others and thank them deeply. It can bring great joy to your life.
Reducing stress can improve your overall happiness. It’s not a good idea to worry about too much. Soen suggests that spending time in nature is helpful for stress reduction. Even if you don’t have time or access to go outdoors all year round, you can feel better by listening to nature sounds. And a study has shown that people feel less stressed if they have two to five hours of free time every day.
“There have been several studies on happiness and exercise,” Soen says. “Many studies show that our happiness levels are influenced by moving our bodies a little bit more.” The exact reason remains unclear, but even short periods of exercise can achieve this. As Soen mentioned earlier, exercising outdoors can have a double influence.
Having strong social relationships, such as friends, family, or other meaningful connections, can contribute to happiness. These relationships provide support when you need it. A researcher says, “Happy people spend more time with their friends and family members and are simply around other people more often.” So, why not have lunch with your family or reach out to an old friend?
As you can see, happiness is all around us as long as we develop good habits.
1. Of which platform is Talia Soen the CEO?| A．Happy Moments. | B．Joyful Life. | C．Happy Things. | D．Reducing Stress. |
| A．They can provide support we need. | B．They can bring great joy to our life. |
| C．They can help develop good habits. | D．They are the only cause of happiness. |
| A．problems | B．reports | C．chances | D．meals |
| A．Showing thankful feelings often. | B．Spending time with friends and family. |
| C．Not worrying about small things. | D．Reading more books when we’re free. |
| A．Happiness is hard to achieve for everyone. | B．Developing good habits leads to happiness. |
| C．Exercising outdoors is the key to happiness. | D．Relationships have no influence on happiness. |
7 . In a recent small group activity in Mrs. Johnson’s 9th-grade class, students came together to discuss how a growth mindset (思维模式) can greatly influence our life. Here are the opinions on developing a growth mindset shared by the students.
| Steps | Opinions from Group Discussions |
| Believe in Yourself | Start by believing yourself that you have the power to change your habits. Your habits are shaped by your beliefs and strengths. Use positive statements to welcome changes into your life and prepare your mind for a new way of thinking. |
| Accept and Overcome Weaknesses | Whatever your weakness is, accept and explore different approaches (方法) to overcome it. Be kind to yourself and focus on finding solutions instead of being angry with yourself. If you have to get out of bed early in the morning, try setting the alarm earlier or preparing things in advance to make mornings easier. |
| Welcome Challenges for Growth | Stepping out of your comfort zone (区)and taking on new challenges helps you improve your skills and broaden your knowledge and experiences. Whether it’s learning a new sports skill or making progress in your studies, look for challenges that push you to grow. Appreciate the unexpected challenges along the way. |
| Work with Your Learning Styles | Find out how you learn best, as it will help you learn more effectively. Some learners need to see things to understand them, while others do better with listening or talking. Take your time to learn and look for excellence by practicing and repeating. Accept applying what you learn, even if you make mistakes, as they help you become more skilled. |
Developing a growth mindset not only reduces worry but also brings happiness. By celebrating your achievements and enjoying the journey of growth and learning, you can create a satisfying and successful life.
1. According to the passage, what is the first step to changing your habits?| A．Believing in yourself. | B．Using positive statements. |
| C．Shaping your beliefs and strengths. | D．Preparing a new way of thinking. |
| A．By explaining the words. | B．By giving examples. |
| C．By telling a story. | D．By showing the sayings. |
| A．Accepting challenges is the key to success. |
| B．Overcoming weaknesses leads to a satisfying life. |
| C．Practicing helps you become more skilled. |
| D．Growth mindset reduces worry and brings happiness. |
| A．Why is it important to pay no attention to weaknesses? |
| B．How can you avoid making mistakes in your daily lives? |
| C．What can you do to welcome change and believe in yourself? |
| D．Can you explain why accepting challenges is not necessary? |
8 . I have always admired students who hand their homework in on time and never forget anything important to do. Me, on the other hand… I’m terrible at getting myself organized! The following tips are from my friends.
| Lou | Hi, Amy. My tip is to have a big noticeboard in your bedroom, divide it into different parts. I’ve got a whiteboard. I write a to-do list for each subject on it to make sure I’ll finish everything in time. |
| Gloria | Lately I’ve started keeping a small study diary, I write down everything I need to do in it. I also write a reminder before some important dates. It’s helping. |
| Hana | I always spend about five minutes at the end of the day tidying up the desktop on the computer and make a copy of important documents. According to must-do things, I write them on the sticky paper and put it on the front door to keep in mind. |
| A．On the computer. | B．On a whiteboard. |
| C．On the sticky paper. | D．In a study diary. |
| A．Amy. | B．Lou. | C．Gloria. | D．Hana. |
| A．By tidying up the noticeboard. | B．By keeping a diary. |
| C．By writing a to-do list. | D．By making a copy of them. |
9 . What color of wearing do you like? Do you know “dopamine dressing (多巴胺穿搭)”? It’s one of the most talked about fashion trends (趋势) for 2023 and 2024. However, is there any science behind this?
“Dopamine dressing” came out from the book Dress Your Best Life. An American fashion psychologist (心理学家) wrote this book in 2020. In the book, dopamine dressing is about wearing colorful clothing to get more dopamine.
Dopamine is a chemical in our brain. This kind of chemical makes people feel good. Usually our brain gives it out when we eat delicious food, play with our pets, listen to our favorite songs, after we exercise or when we win a game.
According to Science Focus Magazine, there are studies that show a relationship between the colors of the clothes we wear and how we act and feel. One study found that wearing red can bring better physical performance. It also showed bright colors can make people feel active. One more study showed that wearing green can help people relax because it is the color of nature. Yellow, the color of summer and warmth, can bring people happiness. But there are some problems with these studies, as people from different cultures have different ideas about dressing and colors.
In a word, “dopamine dressing” shows that we can wear colorful clothes to get more dopamine and feel good. Dressing is more than just a trend. It’s also a way of showing ourselves. So, next time you’re getting dressed, think about which colors will bring out yourself best.
1. How does the writer start the text?| A．By giving examples. | B．By asking questions. |
| C．By listing numbers. | D．By using old sayings. |
| A．A way of dressing. | B．A kind of chemical. |
| C．A book about dressing. | D．A fashion trend for 2020. |
| A．When we eat bad food. | B．When we study for a test. |
| C．When we lose a basketball game. | D．When we read our favorite books. |
| A．Colors bring happiness. | B．Green is the color of nature. |
| C．Different colors give different feelings. | D．Wearing red brings better performance. |
| A．The Fashion Trend for 2024 | B．Different Dressing Cultures |
| C．Secrets of Personal Expression | D．The Science Behind Dopamine Dressing |
10 . Almost everyone today has a smartphone. However, many people cannot get rid of (脱离) smartphones because phones have become part of daily life.
As the addiction (瘾) to the smartphone has become a serious problem, it brings many results in life. Most phone users look down at their phones for a long time. When hunching (弯) or bending their neck, they put serious pressure on the neck and backbone. And this will cause a sore back or a neck ache. According to studies, as high as 45% of the young people from age 16 to 24 these days suffer back pain because of the heavy usage of smartphones. Also, trying to focus on and look at the screen of the phone for a long time will discomfort eyes and may cause loss of vision (视力). Besides, if someone brings the phone to sleep with, he or she will spend more time on the phone than sleep without noticing it. It’s true that phones make life more convenient, but that doesn’t mean they can take control of life.
To get rid of phones, you can create a phone-free time. For example, turn off your phone or stop it from the Internet after 8:00 p.m. At that time, you can spend time on anything but phone so that you won’t check on your phone. Just like smoking, phone addiction is habitual. You must replace the habit with another if you want to stop it. So find a few things to do whenever you are not using your phone, such as reading a book or exercising.
Of course, it’s not easy to get rid of a habit and the beginning is the most challenging. That’s why having a strong mind really makes a big difference. Remember, do not let your phone become your ______. Instead, improve your self-control and put smartphones into good use.
1. Which shows the number of the young people aged 16～24 who have a sore back? (
stands for the number)A． | B． | C． | D． |
| A．By telling a story. | B．By listing some numbers. |
| C．By giving examples. | D．By comparing two facts. |
| A．friend | B．teacher | C．master | D．waiter |
a. The ways to get rid of phone addiction.
b. The importance of a strong mind.
c. The cause of smartphone addiction.
d. The results caused by smartphone addiction.
| A．abdc | B．dcab | C．cdba | D．cdab |
| A．To live our own life. | B．To use phones properly. |
| C．To develop good habits. | D．To care more about health. |
