The Reasons of Learning English
Today lots of people in China can speak English and more and more people are learning this language. Then what do they learn English for? We have done a survey and here are some people’s reasons:
Alice White: I like traveling by myself very much. I’ve been to many places in China, and I plan to travel to some foreign countries. English is the most widely used language in the world, so learning English will do great help to my trips.
Mark Smith: I’m actually not so interested in English. I like Chinese much better. However, I have to learn English. We have to take English exams and the score of English takes a large part in the total score. Luckily, I’m not doing too badly in it, or I’ll have to struggle(奋斗) with it.
Ben Green: It is necessary to learn English. As you know, the competition in the job market is very fierce(激烈的). If I have a good knowledge of English, I will have a chance of getting a good job.
Kate Lu: It’s interesting, isn’t it? I can get information that others can’t get. I can talk and write letters to interesting people that others can’t communicate with. And I can always make people surprised by speaking good English.
1. How many people give the reasons of learning English in this passage?2. What’s Alice White’s hobby?
3. Which language does Mark Smith like?
4. If Ben Green has a good knowledge of English, what chance will he have?
5. What does Kate Lu think of learning English?
6. 书面表达
人们学英语的原因和方法各有不同，请以“My Views on Learning English”为题写一篇文章，说说你对学习英语的看法，内容包括：
1.你是否对英语感兴趣?
2.你认为学习英语有什么好处?（至少两点）
3.你是怎样提高英语水平的?（给出三条方法或建议）
作文要求：1.不能照抄原文；不得在作文中出现学校真实的名称或学生的真实姓名。
2.语句连贯，词数80个左右。作文的标题已经给出，不计入总词数，也不必抄写在答题卷上。
My Views on Learning English
Not only adults but also teenagers have problems in their life. Here is a survey showing the main problems of teenagers.
The first is that they feel stressed (感到有压力的) because they have too much homework to do both at school and at home. They have lots of exams to take. And parents usually send them to different classes at weekends.
The second one is that more and more teenagers are getting short-sighted (近视). They often read in bed or keep reading for a long time without having a rest. Some of them are crazy about playing computer games. Some spend too much time watching TV.
Another serious problem among teenagers is that many of them are becoming fat. They eat too much junk food, but they take little exercise.
I think teenagers should think of ways to deal with the problems. They should make a plan for study and hobbies and find time to relax as much as possible.
Information Card
| The number of the problems that are mentioned in the survey | 1. . |
| The reason for the teenagers feel stressed | 2. . |
| The problem which is caused by computer games | 3. . |
| The things that make teenagers become fat | 4. . |
| The way for the teenagers to relax themselves | 5. . |
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(B)书面表达
6. 忙碌的初三生活已经开始，如何安排好自己的初三学习和生活呢？沉重的课业负担将取代一切吗？答案当然是否定的。如何合理安排自己的初三生活，你肯定有自己实实在在的打算。应该怎样完善自己，做到学习与生活两不误，请你以“How to be an excellent student”为题，写一篇英语短文。
内容要点：
1. 遵守校纪校规（按时到校、不吸烟等）；
2. 养成良好的学习习惯（上课认真听讲、多读书、学会放松等）；
3. 与人沟通、互相帮助；
4. 在家帮父母做家务（如洗碗、打扫卫生等）；
5. 参加志愿者工作（volunteer work），为贫困地区学校(the school in the poor area)捐赠学习用品(school things)等
要求：
1. 包括所有内容要点，可以适当发挥。
2. 语句通顺、语法正确，80个词左右。
3. 文中不得出现真实的姓名、地点和所在的学校名称。
How to be an excellent student
3 . People who get many of their meals from packages may have higher risks of heart disease, stroke and early death, two great studies suggest. The findings, published in the journal BMJ, are the latest to point the finger at “ultra-processed(超加工的)” foods.
In one study, researchers followed more than 100,000 French adults for about five years. They found that the more ultra-processed foods people ate, the higher chances of a first-time heart condition or stroke they would get. Those who ate more processed foods were 23% more likely to suffer from heart or blood diseases. Moreover, there might be other things to be harmful to people’s health, according to researchers Bernard Srour and Mathilde Touvier from the University of Paris. Other studies have suggested that additives(添加剂) have detrimental effects on our body, which might make us unhealthy to some extent.
The researchers said that their study couldn’t surely prove cause and effect. But together with the results of other researches on similar topics, they could get the following message; try to eat more wholefoods(天然食物) and least processed foods. “I would like to say: the longer the shelf life(保质期), the shorter your life,” said Andrew Freeman. Based on the overall body of research, the most heart-healthy diet is rich in wholefoods, particularly plant-based foods like fruit and vegetables, whole grains and nuts. To make that more affordable and convenient, Freeman pointed to healthy choices—such as fresh-frozen vegetables.
However, some researchers had different opinions. “It is the degree of processing that seems important. It is ultra-processing that is the problem,” said Mark Lawrence, a professor of public health nutrition at Deakin University in Australia. He added that convenient, least processed foods could fit into a healthy lifestyle. “Simple changes—from sugary drinks to water, or sweet treats to fresh fruit—are good starting points,” Lawrence said.
1. What can we infer from Paragraph 1?| A．People prefer to eat processed foods. |
| B．Ultra-processed foods are hard for people to get. |
| C．Ultra-processed foods are bad for people’s health. |
| D．People fail to realize the importance of good eating habits. |
| A．Positive. | B．Magical. | C．Harmful. | D．Noticeable. |
| A．Fresh-frozen vegetables are costly. |
| B．Wholefoods are very popular now. |
| C．Some products fail to show the true shelf life. |
| D．We should choose foods with a short shelf life. |
| A．Not all processed foods are unhealthy. |
| B．Processed foods still have a wide market. |
| C．Not everyone can benefit from least processed foods. |
| D．Least processed foods are healthier than frozen vegetables. |
4 . James Gray started a no-homework policy at Hamilton Elementary School four years ago when he was the head teacher of the public school.
“My attitude changed a lot after I had my own kids,” said Gray, whose two oldest children still attend Hamilton. He remembered a time when his daughter and wife were arguing (争吵) about piano practice, which made him think of the family fights over homework time. While his daughter wasn’t forced to play the piano, many students are forced to do their homework.
“It made me think a lot about what schools do to families,” he said. “I heard from parents over the years about this big fight that happens at night. It leads to this poor relationship between parents and children. It didn’t seem worth it for what schools are trying to get out of homework,” Gray added.
After researching and finding little evidence (证据) that students get much from homework, Gray decided to do away with homework at Hamilton in 2014. At first the policy was only for Grades 1 and 2. Then it spread through fourth grade and remains in place at the school, even though Gray left at the end of the 2016-2017 school year.
“Kids can become unhappy with school easily,” Gray said, explaining the family time at night is better for young students. “Learning happens all the time at home, whether you’re cooking a meal, playing a game or reading a book,” he said.
“This policy was well-received,” he said. While he was expecting different opinions, he heard none. “Parents would tell me, ‘We played a game last night, and it was so nice to sit down for an hour.’ or ‘My child sat down and read a book on his own.’”
Gray said he heard from parents and educators in other schools in the city and across the country wanting to develop their own no-homework policies.
1. What we can learned about Gray’s kids is ________.| A．they all learn to play the piano |
| B．they don’t like doing their homework |
| C．they argue with their parents sometimes |
| D．they often fight during their homework time |
| A．it is quite necessary | B．children need teachers’ help with it |
| C．it does students much good | D．it hurts the parent-child relationship |
| A．the evidence | B．the policy | C．the school | D．the research |
| A．some parents would be against it |
| B．students would get out of control |
| C．students would act better in school |
| D．other schools would have the same policy |
| A．A School’s Beautiful Future | B．A Head Teacher’s Difficult Years |
| C．A Successful No-Homework Policy | D．A Poor Kid-Parent Relationship |
5 . Now, China has the second largest number of Internet users in the world after the United States. Many of Chinese Internet users are teenagers. They spend about 13 hours every week online. On the Internet, students can find out almost everything. Surfing the Internet (上网) can help them with their homework and learn a lot of knowledge (知识).
People can use the Internet to write letters, stories and to send emails. Many teenagers keep in touch with their friends online. They can also make new friends through QQ or ICQ. Some of the students surf the Internet just for fun. They like to listen to music, watch films and go to their favourite stars’ websites.
But some parents always think that the Internet takes young people away from study. “They spend too much time playing computer games and most games are about killing and fighting. It’s too dangerous. And there are some dirty things on the Internet,” says a mother of a 13-year-old boy.
1. According to (根据) this passage, ________ has the largest number of Internet users.| A．China | B．the United States | C．England | D．India |
| A．They can listen to music and watch films. | B．They can go to their favourite stars’ websites. |
| C．They write letters, stories and do their homework. | D．Both A and B. |
| A．交朋友 | B．保持联系 | C．打电话 | D．写信 |
| A．dangerous | B．helpful | C．interesting | D．useful |
| A．The Internet | B．The computer | C．The Teenagers | D．The Mother |
6 . An online survey by ride-hailing company Didi found that more than half of the participants agree to allow teenagers under 18 to ride in Didi cars without an adult.
Of the 651,856 people who took part in the survey, 56% felt that those under 18 should be able to hail rides alone. They believe that a safer ride lies more in stricter management of drivers rather than put restrictions (限制) on a passenger’s age.
However, some argued that no matter how excellent any safety measures are, they cannot completely stop crimes (犯罪). They also felt that guardians like parents should be responsible for children who have a weak sense of safety and self-protection.
According to a report in 2018, crime rates for internet ride-hailing drivers are 0.48 per 100,000 people, compared with the rates for traditional taxi drivers being 6.27, almost 13 times higher. An expert said, “People are usually less worried when their children take a taxi alone instead of using an internet ride-hailing service. But in fact, the latter is a safer choice.”
Wang Xiaolin, who is a lawyer, said it’s not reasonable to stop all teenagers under 18 using ride-hailing services when they do have such needs. “We can divide them into more specific groups. According to the country’s law on road traffic safety, children under 6 cannot use public transportation without an adult. It’s the same when it comes to car-hailing services,” Wang said, “But the company should be able to let guardians know the real-time driving route to ensure children’s safety,” he added.
1. According to the survey, what do over half of the participants agree on?| A．Passengers’ age should be restricted. |
| B．Teenagers should take Didi rides with adults. |
| C．Parents should be responsible for their children. |
| D．Strict management of drivers is more important. |
| A．Traditional taxi. | B．Ride-hailing service. |
| C．Public transportation. | D．Not mentioned. |
| A．Divide teenagers into more specific groups. |
| B．Encourage children to use public transportation. |
| C．Ride-hailing services should be banned to the public. |
| D．Stop all teenagers under 18 using ride-hailing services. |
| A．Who should be responsible for teens’ traffic safety? |
| B．A successful ride-hailing company in China. |
| C．Should teens be allowed to use ride-hailing service alone? |
| D．More and more teens prefer ride-hailing service. |
7 . Zhang Yaoyi, 14, Shanghai:
I think it is good for teachers to use WeChat (微信) in class. When they ask a question, everyone is happy to answer it on WeChat. They don’t have to put up their hands (举起手), but just write on it. And the emojis (表情符号) are fun to use.
Cao Yue, 14, Jiangsu:
Using WeChat in class is good for shy students. They don’t like to speak in class. But on WeChat, they can write what or how they think freely. It makes students have a good feeling of joining class activities. I think it is good to use WeChat in class.
Guo Ruiting, 14, Guangdong:
I don’t think we can use WeChat in class. We need to use cell phone (手机) for WeChat. But it is difficult for the teacher to manage (管理) the class. Some students cannot control (控制) themselves when they have cell phone. They can use their phones to play games or talk on QQ in class. I don’t think it is right to use WeChat in class.
Sun Jiayang, 13, Jiangsu:
WeChat is good for class. But we must use it smartly. When we use it in some classes, students are happy to talk about questions. But it is also difficult for teachers to manage. It can be noisy in the class. I think we can use it in one class each week.
1. What are the students talking about?| A．If (是否) it is good for students to use phones. |
| B．Why students like to use emojis. |
| C．If it is good to use WeChat in class. |
| A．Shanghai | B．Jiangsu | C．Guangdong |
| A．Using WeChat in class can help students have fun. |
| B．Shy students can talk freely on WeChat. |
| C．It can be difficult to control the class for teachers. |
| A．every day | B．once a week | C．once a month |
| A．One. | B．Three. | C．Four. |
Many kids do housework such as doing the dishes, making the bed, and folding the clothes. In exchange, they get some money or other computer time after doing housework. Paying kids for housework is one of the most popular topics, especially at a time when everyone is more careful about money. Some parents think because adults are paid to do their jobs, we should pay kids for everyday housework. But some people don’t think kids should get rewards(报酬) for doing housework. Susie Walton, an expert, believe that by rewarding kids, parents send a message that work isn’t worth doing unless you get something in return. “Running any kind of housework is a team effort,” Walton said. “A home is a living space for everyone in the family. It’s important for kids to see that we all have responsibilities in the house, and families decide how they want their home to look, and how they are going to keep it looking like what they want.” Other people believe that getting a reward encourages kids to do housework, and it also teaches them real world lessons about how we need to work to get money. There are also apps(程序) that give kids points and digital gifts that can be redeemed(兑现) either online or in the real world. “Our goal is to give kids lawful power so they can get rewards,” says Chris Bergman. “And kids need rewards to help encourage them to do housework.” |
2. Why do some parents think they should pay kids for everyday housework?
3. In Susie Walton’s opinion, how do parents send a message about the work?
4. Where can points and digital gifts be redeemed?
5. According to Chris Bergman, why do kids need rewards?
6. B、书面表达
Dave是林涛在英国的笔友，他向林涛诉说他的父母不了解他，彼此之间因为观点不同而经常产生矛盾。他想知道林涛是如何跟父母相处的。假如你是林涛，请你给Dave回信，内容包括：
1、讲述你与父母相处时产生矛盾的一次经历；
2、当时你们是如何化解矛盾的；
3、就如何跟父母相处，给Dave一些建议。
作文要求：1、语句连贯，词数80左右，作文的开头和结尾已经给出，不计入总词数；
2、不得在作文中出现学校的真实名称和学生的真实姓名。
Dear Dave,
I am so glad to receive your letter. And I am sorry that you can’t get on well with your parents. I would like to tell you something about my experience.
Yours,
Lin Tao
Computers vs. Textbooks
①The debate on “textbooks vs. computers” has been going on for years. How much technology is enough in the classroom? Should textbooks be replaced by computers?
②There is no doubt that computers are powerful tools. Computer-based lesson plans are updated in real time. New information can be added as soon as changes take place. Students can find the latest information for the subjects they are studying.
③With computers, students can learn how to use them for the rest of their lives. Today, computers are used in almost all areas. Students can prepare themselves better for the future if they have computers.
④However, despite these advantages, I think textbooks must stay.
⑤Textbooks are professionally edited. All the facts have been checked. They are put together in the best way. Each chapter builds on what a student has previously learned. On the internet, however, not all the information is true or organized.
⑥With textbooks, it is easier for students to take notes. Scientists have found that taking notes by hand helps students learn more.
⑦Textbooks are also less expensive than computers. While most families can afford textbooks, not all of them can afford a computer. Every student should be allowed to learn what he needs to learn. It’s wrong to rob a student of his right to learn just because he can’t afford the material.
⑧Computers are playing an important role in education. They allow students to learn more. However, I don’t think they can replace textbooks. If students want to learn well, they must use textbooks. Do you agree with me?
1. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?2. Does the third paragraph suggest that computers are useful to students?
3. How many advantages do textbooks have according to the passage?
4. What advantage do textbooks have over computers according to paragraph 7?
5. What’s the writer’s point of view in the last paragraph?
6. Do you think computers should replace textbooks? Why or Why not?
7. 写作
每个人学英语的原因和方法各有不同。假如你是李华，你的班主任邀请你在下周的英语班会上，以 “My Views on Learning English”为主题发表演讲。请你用英语写一篇发言稿。
内容包括：1.谈谈学习英语的好处；
2.对如何提高英语水平提出两点建议。
作文要求：1.不能照抄原文；不得在作文中出现学校的真实名称和学生的真实姓名。
2.语句连贯，词数 80 个左右。作文的开头已经给出，不计入总词数。
Nowadays, more and more people learn English with different reasons and ways.
10 . Have you ever picked strawberries yourself? The sweet fruit looks nice, but a light pressure can make them out of shape, so you have to be very careful when picking them. Nowadays, there are many young people who are just like strawberries. They easily break down when they face difficulties. They don’t know what to do when they are in trouble. They have a common name—strawberry kids.
Why are many students so easy to break down? Parents and schools are a main reason. Many students are the only child in their family. Their parents do almost everything for them in their daily life, while schools care more about their grades instead of developing their personalities.
Liu Yue, 13, is from Fujian. His mom hardly criticizes him and he always feels good about himself. When a teacher criticized him, he felt surprised and sad. He began to doubt his ability.
Students should do something to make themselves mentally (心理上) strong. An expert said, “When you are in trouble, don’t ask for help too quickly. You should try to deal with problems first by yourself. I also advise you to take an active part in sports and social activities. That can make you mentally strong.”
Growing up is not just a happy process. Pains also go along with it. The most important thing is to face the pains bravely and learn from them.
1. Why are some students called “strawberry kids”?| A．Because they all like to eat strawberries. |
| B．Because a light pressure can make them out of shape. |
| C．Because they easily break down when they face difficulties. |
| D．Because they plant strawberries when they are in trouble. |
| A．Teachers criticize them strictly. | B．Schools develop their personalities. |
| C．Kids care more about their own grades. | D．Parents do almost everything for them. |
| A．个性 | B．能力 | C．实力 | D．个人 |
| A．Ask for help too quickly. | B．Join the basketball club. |
| C．Help clean up the city parks. | D．Try to deal with problems first by themselves. |
| A．Doubt their abilities. | B．Face the pains bravely. |
| C．Keep away from the pains. | D．Learn from the strawberry kids. |
