2 . In America, when the eighth graders leave the middle school, they are often worried about moving to the high school. It is a hard time for them, but it can be an exciting one as well. To make it easier, students need to get familiar with their school.

Even though they’ve done this already in the middle school, it’s still important to find where their classrooms are. Most schools take students to the high school for a visit at the end of their eighth-grade year. And, most schools also have a freshman speech for parents and students before the first year begins. Sometimes the main office will give away a map of the school. This can help students and parents to find different places in the school.

One way to know your high school more and make new friends is to join a club or play a sport. Schools often offer chances to join different clubs and sports. Fall activities begin in August before the first day of school. If you are not interested in sports, there are clubs for any interest, such as drama, dance, chess, photography, community service, etc. These clubs allow students from different grades. By joining an activity, students can find new friendships, not to mention improving their chances in future college applications (申请). The school office will have a list of activities offered at the school and information on how to join them.

What’s more, to have a great start to a high school year, students can write down some of their worries, and ask for help from teachers and school workers.

1. According to the text, most students feel ________ when entering the high school.

A．excited

B．nervous

C．lonely

D．disappointed

2. When do many schools take students to visit their new high school?

A．Before the eighth-grade year starts.

B．Right after the high school year starts.

C．At the beginning of the new term in the high school.

D．At the end of their eighth-grade year

3. Which of the following is TRUE about the school clubs?

A．There are fewer students from higher grades in the school clubs.

B．The school clubs in high school only welcome sports fans.

C．Summer activities begin before school starts.

D．The school office can help new students join school clubs.

4. What is the purpose of this text?

A．To tell the new students how to learn in high school

B．To introduce new schools.

C．To give the teachers some advice.

D．To give advice to new high school students.

4 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How is the woman getting on with her studies?

A．Very well.

B．Just so-so.

C．Not well.

2. What has a great influence on the woman's choice of career?

A．Her family.

B．Her teacher.

C．Her hometown.

5 . What does the woman think of Julia’s teacher?

A．Gentle.

B．Strict.

C．Patient.

6 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。

I have been in the teaching profession more than thirty years, and one of the best teachers I have ever known was Mr Rowe. I was lucky enough to co-teach fourth grade with him. Mr Rowe had infinite patience and understanding and I learned so much from him. He could perform miracles, like the one he performed with Steven, one of the unhappiest kids I had ever seen. Steven couldn't stand school. He didn't like the kids who raised their hands and knew all the answers, and most importantly, he didn't like himself.

The first day he walked into Mr Rowe's classroom, he ignored the other students, looking angry and annoyed, and slid into his chair, knocking a couple of textbooks onto the floor. Mr Rowe walked over to him and touched Steven's shoulder, but Steven pulled away. Nevertheless, Mr Rowe welcomed him, “Hi, Steven. I'm happy you are in my class. We are gonna have a great year.” Steven looked around the room as if Mr Rowe must be mistaken. No teacher in his right mind would want Steven to be part of his classroom. So, while Mr Rowe seemed cheerful and relaxed that day of school, it seemed that Steven was angry and confused.

That day after class, Mr Rowe chose Steven to pitch the kickball at recess. “Hey, Steven,” Mr Rowe commented, “You are good at pitching things. Let me show you my secret trick.” Mr Rowe taught Steven one of the tricks that not a single kid could perform. Steven learned fast and did quite well! Everyone cheered for him.

After the kickball, Steven sat as close to Mr Rowe in class as he could. When a question was asked, Steven lit up; he knew the answer! He raised his hands. When he answered the question, his voice shook. However, he got the right answer! He said, with Mr Rowe, his days of fourth grade promised wonderful.

That is not to say that every day went smoothly, but it was evident that Steven grew to love Mr Rowe more and more with each passing day.

Paragraph 1:

Time passed quickly that year, and before we all knew it, it was the last day of school.

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Many years later, Mr Rowe and I were surprised

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7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why did the man fall asleep in the class?

A．He got sick.

B．He worked at night.

C．He found the class boring.

2. For what does the man have to work?

A．Hospital bills.

B．Tuition.

C．Loans.

3. Where will the man probably go next?

A．The classroom.

B．The financial aid office.

C．The student employment office.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What’s the woman’s major?

A．Computer science.

B．Engineering.

C．Math.

2. What does the man say about Professor Murphy?

A．He is scary.

B．He is not tall.

C．He is very big.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the woman probably reading?

A．A history book.

B．A science book.

C．An English book.

2. What does the man suggest the woman do?

A．Be careful when reading.

B．Find someone to help her.

C．Start reading the books early.

3. Why does the woman read slowly?

A．She is not interested in reading.

B．She has trouble paying attention.

C．She tries to remember everything.

10 . 假定你叫李华，你的英国朋友Jessica听说"在中国，中小学学生每天都在课间做眼保健 操。对此她感到很好奇，特来信向你了解相关情况。请你根据以下要点给她回信：
1.介绍眼保健操；
2.做眼保健操的注意事项。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右(开头和结尾已给出.不计入总词数)；
2.可以适当增加细节.以使行文连贯；
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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