1 . Good afternoon. My name is Susanna. I come from America. I am a junior high school student. I will talk to you about the lives of American students in school.
In America, students usually get up at 6:30. After getting up, they often run for half an hour in the morning. When the class starts at 8 A. m., students need to learn some subjects. They learn English, Chinese, math, science, biology, music and art.
The students eat lunch at school at 12 o’clock. They have many kinds of food to eat, such as meat, vegetables, fruit, bread and so on, but hot dogs and hamburgers are their favorites.
Students have a short rest after lunch. The first class in the afternoon starts at 1:30 and school is over at 3:00.
After school, they always self-study and do their homework until 6:00 in the afternoon.
From 6 to 8 o’clock, they play games, exercise, read, write, draw and do other activities. They go to bed at nine in the evening. They sleep about nine hours a day. The students all think that their school life is very interesting.
That’s all. Thank you.
1. Susanna is a ________.| A．teacher | B．student | C．worker | D．nurse |
| A．15 minutes. | B．20 minutes. | C．30 minutes. | D．40 minutes. |
| A．Self-study and do their homework. | B．Play basketball or football. |
| C．Eat dinner and take a walk. | D．Sing and dance. |
| A．four | B．five | C．three | D．two |
| A．Students always have breakfast at school. |
| B．Students like to have bread and milk the most. |
| C．Students sleep about eight hours a day. |
| D．Susanna talks about school life in America in the afternoon. |
2 . We can go to the library to read in the city. But it is difficult for the children in some places of countryside to read in libraries. There aren’t many libraries or books for children there.
There are some good changes now. People always do something to change. Some families have home libraries for their children. Community groups and some kind-hearted people also help to promote (推动) reading and learning. Look! Here comes a big bus. Are the students taking the bus to school? No. They’re going to read books on it. The bus is a mobile library. There are a lot of books in it. Lu Mei is a kind girl. She wants to help the kids. She turns the bus into a library.
The bus usually stops by the road. Children can get on the bus and read books after school. They can read for 2 hours on it every time. Just like other libraries, the bus library has its rules. Children can’t eat or talk on the bus.
1. What difficulty do students in some places of countryside have?| A．They can’t go to school. | B．They don’t have many libraries. |
| C．They have no buses to take. | D．They don’t have teachers. |
| A．私家的 | B．废弃的 | C．崭新的 | D．移动的 |
| A．She gives them food. | B．She buys a bus for them. |
| C．She teaches them to write. | D．She gives them a place to read books. |
| A．stand up | B．take food | C．keep quiet | D．listen to music |
| A．Kind. | B．Quiet. | C．Cool. | D．Cute. |
3 . Many cities around the world have closed some streets to cars to create more outdoor spaces for people to enjoy. Paris in France plans to ban (禁止) private cars from the heart of the city by 2024. The ban is going to take more than 100,000 cars off the roads each day.
Car-free streets have become a place for people to play, shop and listen to live music. Many people want more car-free streets, but others get worried. What do you think? Should cities have car free streets?
Yes—more outdoor spaces are always better
Opening up car-free streets can create more outdoor spaces for people to get outside and enjoy life. Shops and restaurants on car-free streets benefit (得益) from foot traffic. And slow streets encourage new businesses, such as food trucks and outdoor vendors (小贩), to develop in the area. Also, cars cause air and noise pollution. Closing streets to cars encourages people to take buses or ride bikes instead. It’s safer and better for everyone.
No—car-free streets cause other problems
Car-free streets cause traffic problems on nearby roadways. That makes it harder for people to go about their daily lives. Also, businesses on open streets can get into trouble because foot traffic doesn’t always mean more sales. They could lose customers who want to drive to shops. And even when streets are car-free, there are usually still other vehicles like scooters and bikes. People, especially kids, may not be looking out for these vehicles. That could put them at risk.
1. How does the writer develop Paragraph 1?| A．By telling a story. | B．By making a joke. |
| C．By asking a question. | D．By giving an example. |
| A．They are good for nearby roadways. |
| B．They can create less air and noise pollution. |
| C．They can help people enjoy staying outside. |
| D．They are good for new businesses to develop. |
| A．Because kids may get outside alone. |
| B．Because kids may have to ride on their own. |
| C．Because kids may get hurt by other vehicles. |
| D．Because the food in food trucks on the streets may be unhealthy. |
A． | B． | C． | D． |
| A．Are car-free streets safe for people? | B．Do car-free streets cause problems? |
| C．Should cities have car-free streets? | D．Can car-free streets encourage new businesses? |
4 . Some Advice on Travel
★Forget fashion (时尚)! Always wear your most comfortable clothes when going on long journeys.★It may be boring to travel on trains and buses, so take a good book to read.
★If you’re going somewhere cold, remember to put on your warm clothes!
★If you are going somewhere sunny, remember to bring your sun-block (防晒霜) and sunglasses.
★Always take a camera with you to capture those special moments.
★Most places have lower prices for students, so if you are a student, take your student card with you.
★Bus tours often stop at expensive shops along the way, save your money by buying presents at local shops.
★If you travel abroad, remember to take your passport. Whatever you do, don’t lose it!
1. What should you take with if you go to Hainan Island for a trip in summer?
| A．Warm clothes and sports shoes. | B．Sunglasses and sun-block. |
| C．Fashionable clothes and a big bag. | D．The passport. |
| A．拍摄 | B．感受 | C．回忆 | D．控制 |
| A．Taking a camera. | B．Taking comfortable clothes. |
| C．Taking a good book. | D．Taking fruits and drinks. |
| Book Review Template (模板) |
| 1. Summary Write a summary of the book 1st paragraph—Write about the setting (where the story takes place, usually time and place). Introduce the main characters in the story. Discuss what problems the main character faces in the story. If you’re still having trouble starting, you can answer the questions who, what, when, where, and how. 2nd paragraph—Summarize what happens up until the high point of the story. Don’t give away the ending. Use some of the connecting words below to help you write your review. e.g. first second third last also finally because next for example as a result later |
| 2. Opinion 3rd paragraph—Give your opinion about the book. Write about reasons why you like or dislike the book. Give details, for example: Is the book interesting? Is it easy to understand or hard? Do you like the ending? Who is your favorite character? What is your favorite part? What connections do you make with your life or other books? Talk about the writer’s style of writing and give examples. |
| 3. Recommendation (推荐) the last paragraph—Explain whether you will recommend this book or not. Grade the books from 1 star to 5 stars and give reasons. Examples should include a quote (引述) or quotes from the book or a summary of the part of the book that you like or don’t like. |
1. How can we start a book review?
| A．By writing a summary. | B．By introducing the writer of the book. |
| C．By recommending a book. | D．By giving the opinion about the book. |
| A．The writer’s writing style. | B．The connecting words in the book. |
| C．The stars you give to the book. | D．The setting and characters in the story. |
| A．Some quotes from the book. | B．High point of the story. |
| C．The beginning of the story. | D．Your favorite part of the book. |
| A．Recommend the writer’s books. | B．Give advice on writing books. |
| C．Explain how to write book reviews. | D．Describe the importance of reading books. |
6 . Willows in February get life:
Grasses are to become green in March;
When April falls, our best time will come;
Then all rivers become blue...
“CLIMBING THE MOUNTAIN IN SPRING” is a song performed at the 2024 Spring Festival Gala. It shows the charm and energy of spring through scene designs filled with the colors of spring and the light, cheerful dance steps of the performers.
The lyrics (歌词) of the song mention natural sceneries characteristic of spring, and incorporate (融合) classical Chinese poetry, allowing the audience to experience the attraction of traditional culture. The lyricist, Yu Zhuo’er, hopes that listeners can feel the warmth and beauty of spring when listening to the song.
Paired with a dance performance, the song creates an audio-visual feast (视听盛宴) and provides the audience with a pleasant journey into the springtime.
I go up to hill to meet you;
Flower watchers feel that springtime is short;
Hope to meet you for all my life...
In a word, this song not only shows the beautiful scenery of spring but also expresses the desire and praise for a better life, reflecting a combination (结合) of modern music and traditional culture.
1. When will the best time come according to the song?| A．In February. | B．In March. | C．In April. | D．In May. |
| A．The beauty of the Spring Festival Gala. | B．The attraction of traditional culture. |
| C．The scene designs filled with the colors of spring. | D．The cheerful steps of performers. |
| A．To introduce a song. | B．To describe a performance. |
| C．To show his love for spring. | D．To tell a story. |
7 . There is no doubt that technology has had a big influence on our lives. People from all around the world can now talk to each other almost at once on mobile phones and the Internet. People can easily solve their problems with the help of computers and the world wide web. With this technology, it seems that the world is more connected now than ever before. Even so, there have been worries about technology making people feel lonely and disconnected from others around them.
So does this mean that technology makes us lonely?
In my opinion, it is hard to say Yes or No.
It’s true that humans need communication with each other. If we depend on technology too much to communicate, this can badly impact our mental (心理的) health. For me, technology is a tool. And just like any other kind of tool—like scissors, a pencil or a ruler, for example, it depends on how we use it: in a right way or in a right place. Take social media (社交媒体) as an example. If you only use it to compare yourself with others, you might feel sad and lonely. But if you use it as a tool to connect with friends and family or to start a new community to talk about your hobbies and interests, the loneliness will turn into love and friendship.
When you feel lonely after staring at your computer screen all day, maybe you can use that technology to reach out to a reliable (可靠的) friend and invite him or her out for lunch or a coffee.
1. What is the effect of technology in our lives according to the passage?| A．We can read electronic books. |
| B．We can solve our problems on the Internet. |
| C．We can buy almost anything we need online. |
| D．We can make friends with people around the world. |
| A．Tired and sleepy. | B．Bored and worried. |
| C．Warm and happy. | D．Sad and lonely. |
| A．It is a kind of tool. | B．It is a friend of ours. |
| C．It is a pair of scissors. | D．It is a way of communication. |
| A．Connect. | B．Protect. | C．Influence. | D．Enter. |
| A．Social Media is Important to Us | B．Technology Can be Good and Bad |
| C．Computers and the Internet Help Us | D．People Need to Communicate with Each Other |
8 . Water plays an important role in keeping you healthy. This should come as no surprise. Much of your body is made up of water, after all. It keeps your body working properly. But did you know that too much water can make you die?
Water poisoning (中毒) happens when people drink too much water. This lowers the level of sodium (钠) in their blood to dangerous levels. When you have too little sodium in your body, a lot of things will go seriously wrong in your body.
Your brain may begin to swell (膨胀). You may get a headache, feel very tired and sick. You may even lose consciousness. In these cases, water poisoning can be deadly. You will need to go to a hospital immediately.
Protecting yourself from water poisoning may seem easy, however, this is easier said than done. For example, when you do exercise, you may have to drink a lot of water. It is important to balance the amount (量) of water. This can help you stay healthy whenever you are exercising.
So, how much water should a person drink each day? For years, we have been told to drink two liters (公升) of water a day. But in fact, the actual amount needed is different for each person. Today, most doctors are telling people that they should drink water whenever they feel thirsty.
We can’t live without water. Neither can we live with too much water in our bodies. Make sure you take the right amount of it each day — staying healthy is all about staying balanced.
1. What will a person feel when water poisoning happens?| A．The brain works well. | B．Tired and sick. |
| C．Hot and thirsty. | D．The body is larger. |
| A．feeling | B．confidence | C．life | D．body |
| A．We should take the right amount of water each day. |
| B．We should only drink two liters of water a day. |
| C．We should protect ourselves by drinking more water. |
| D．High levels of sodium are good for our health. |
| A．There would be no life without water. | B．Every coin has its two sides. |
| C．Don’t forget the well digger. | D．Rome wasn’t built in a day. |
| A．We can’t Live without Water. | B．We must Drink less Water. |
| C．The Importance of Sodium. | D．Can Water Poison You? |
9 . A growing number of people are using ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (人工智能) program, to create books for sale. Although sales have been slow, human writers are worried that ChatGPT-created books might hurt the writing and publishing industry.
Brett Schickler is a salesman in New York. Until recently, he never imagined he could be a writer. But after learning about the ChatGPT program, Schickler found that he had a good chance.
Using the AI software, Schickler created his first book, a 30-page children’s e-book, in a few hours. He sold it online and made less than $100. While that may not sound like much, it is enough to make him want to create other books using the software.
There were over 200 e-books in Amazon’s Kindle store that say ChatGPT is a writer or co-writer. And the number is rising daily.
Some professional (专业的) writers are becoming worried about the effects that ChatGPT could have on the book publishing industry. Mary Rasenberger is the leader of a writer’s group. She said, “This is something we really need to be worried about—these books will be full of the market and a lot of writers are going to be out of work.”
1. What will do harm to the writing and publishing industry?| A．the AI software. | B．ChatGPT-created books. |
| C．Human writers. | D．The Internet. |
| A．He made a lot of money from his first book. |
| B．He dreamed of being a writer when he was young. |
| C．He didn’t spend much time in creating his first book. |
| D．He is a professional great writer now. |
| A．A professional writer. | B．An engineer. | C．A teacher. | D．A salesman. |
| A．AI influences the writing and publishing industry. |
| B．More people are taking writing as a career. |
| C．ChatGPT has made reading much easier. |
| D．More and more e-books will be written by AI. |
10 . In our life, we always have our goals (目标). They encourage us to manage our future. Here are some suggestions about how to achieve (实现) them.
★Use “small wins” to reach your goal.
Small wins are ways to achieve a bigger goal. Break a big goal down into smaller and easier steps. You can finish your small goals in a short period each time.
★One goal at a time.
Set one clear goal at a time for yourself. Make sure that it has personal meaning to you. Try to remember your goal as you try to achieve it.
★Stay positive (积极的).
An active and open attitude (态度) can help you face difficulties.
★Get help from people around you.
Share your goal with a trusted friend or with family. The help from others will help you keep going, especially when you meet difficulties.
★Give yourself time to achieve your goal.
But not too much time. Studies show that people seem to be more fruitful at work when they feel some degree of urgency (紧迫) about achieving a goal.
★Work on it.
Keep working on it every day, so you can achieve your goal at last.
根据材料内容，选择最佳答案。1. Which of the following is an example of using “small wins”?
| A．Finish the physical training for a month in one day. |
| B．Drink enough water you need a day during lunch. |
| C．Do your summer homework every day. |
| D．Read a thick book all at one time. |
| A．Ask friends to help you do the work. | B．Try to meet difficulties first. |
| C．Share your goal with them. | D．Have a positive attitude. |
| A．友好的 | B．热心的 | C．可靠的 | D．有用的 |
| A．Too much time may make us put things off. |
| B．We also have many others to do. |
| C．The goal isn’t worth your time. |
| D．Situations can change from time to time. |
| A．Everyone can achieve their goals at last. |
| B．A good friend may help you keep going. |
| C．An active and open attitude can’t help you face difficulties. |
| D．It is wise to set many goals at a time. |
