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2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—科普知识

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—科普知识

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-科普知识01(2022秋·江苏宿迁·九年级统考期中)Fresh green grass. Hundreds of colorful wild flowers. Water running into little pools. Birds making their homes in boxes. The 9,500-square-metre Augustenborg Botanical Garden may look just like any other well-organized park, but there’s a difference. It lies on the roofs(屋顶) of industrial and office buildings in the city of Malmo in Sweden.Green roofs are not a new invention. And now they are getting popular again. The common roofs of a mode m city have endless black surfaces(表面) with no life or water. Perhaps that’s why a garden on a roof becomes such a perfect choice for more people.Green roofs are not just pretty. They also help to moderate the city temperature. The high temperatures on common roofs in summer can make top floor flats uncomfortably hot. What is more, they play a part in making the cities hotter than the countryside around them, causing the “urban heat-island effect”. On a green roof, however, with its plants and water, temperatures change only a little, as they do in a park. This can greatly cut the costs of heatingand cooling in the building below.Also, a green roof takes in rain water, and protects the city drainage system(排水系统). ________ And small animals and birds can make their homes on it. Thanks to this, the city may become part of nature, rather than something completely separate from it.While the cost of building such as roof can still be higher, it can be cheaper in the long term as a result of energy savings. And wouldn’t it be wonderful to be able to walk out into a garden high above the city’s noise and traffic, whether you’re at school or in an office or just at home in a ten-floor block?1.With the example of Augustenborg Botanical Garden, the writer wants to explain ________.A.what a green roof is like B.how wildlife is protectedC.what to do with a spare roof D.how to organize a good park2.The underlined word “moderate” in Paragraph 3 is the closest in meaning to “________”.A.raise B.check C.control D.record3.Which of the following is the best sentence to fill in the blank in Paragraph 4?A.A common roof is noisy.B.A green roof is alive.C.A green roof stops pollution.D.A common roof increases the cost.4.The purpose of the passage is to ________.A.introduce the change of green roofs B.solve the problems with green roofsC.show the amazing beauty of green roofs D.describe the advantages(优点) of green roofs02(2023·辽宁朝阳·统考中考真题)Chinese researchers reached the top of Qomolangma on May 4, 2022. They set up the world’s highest automatic(自动的) weather station at an altitude(海拔) of 8,830 meters. This helps them to study the influences of climate change on the environment.It is the highest automatic weather station in the world now. It has taken the place of the station sitting at an altitude of 8,430 meters on the south side of the mountain, which is the second highest now. This allows Chinesescientists to directly collect data(数据) for the first time from the top of the world’s highest mountain.Collecting and studying data from Qomolangma is not easy. But the data will give valuable information about the condition of local glaciers(冰川) and mountain snow. It will also help scientists study and understand the global monsoon(季风) system, so experts can make proper decisions about climate change.Yao Tandong, a famous expert, said Chinese scientists had set up eight weather stations from 5,200 to 8,830 meters above sea level. Half of the stations were set up at an altitude higher than 7,000 meters. “Along with strong government support and hard work by scientists, China has become a global front-runner in fields such as climate change.” Yao said.5.What is the altitude of the highest automatic weather station?A.5,200 meters.B.7,000 meters.C.8,430 meters.D.8,830 meters.6.What does the underlined word “It” refer to(指代) in Paragraph 3?A.Reaching the top of Qomolangma.B.The influences of climate change.C.The data from Qomolangma.D.The highest automatic weather station.7.How many weather stations were set up at an altitude higher than 7,000 meters?A.Two.B.Four.C.Six.D.Eight.8.Which statement(陈述) is NOT right according to the passage?A.Chinese scientists can directly collect data from the top of Qomolangma now.B.It is hard to collect and study data from Qomolangma.C.The second highest weather station is on the north side of the mountain.D.China has made great achievements in fields such as climate change.9.In which part of a newspaper can we find the passage?A.Science.B.Sports.C.Travel.D.Health.03(2022秋·山东济宁·九年级统考期末)Music plays an important role in the lives of people all over the world. That is why many wonder what influences their tastes in music. Could your music list show something about your personality?One study by Heriot-Walt University offered a possible answer by an experiment. Here are the results it found: Pop Music. Fans of top 40 pop hits are likely to be outgoing and honest. While pop music lovers are hard-working and have high self-esteem(自尊), researchers suggest that they may be less creative and easy to get worried.Rap or Hip-Hop Music. People usually believe that rap lovers are more aggressive(好争斗的), but researchers have found no such connection. They say rap fans are likely to have high self-esteem and are usually outgoing.Rock or Heavy Metal Music. Although sometimes rock or heavy metal music seems aggressive, researchers found that fans of this style of music are usually quite gentle. They can be creative, but are often shy and have low self-esteem.Classical Music. Classical music lovers are typically shyer but also feel comfortable with themselves and the world around them. They are creative and have a good sense of self-esteem.Though personality alone does not explain musical preferences, this experiment helps you know yourself and others better.10.What’s the purpose of the study?A.To know what kind of music people like most.B.To tell people the importance of listening to music.C.To show people which kind of music they should listen to.D.To test the relationship between a person’s personality and his or her music list.11.How might a person’s personality be if he or she is a fan of pop music?A.Quiet and shy.B.Serious and strict.C.Friendly and polite.D.Outgoing and honest.12.What kind of music does Mrs. Green like listening to if she feels relaxed about the world around her?A.Pop music.B.Rock music.C.Classical music.D.Rap music.13.What’s the best title for the text?A.Music and hobby B.Music and personalityC.Fans and music D.Researchers and music04(2022秋·湖北襄阳·九年级统考期中)My blood type (血型) is AB, which only 7 percent of Chinese have. I always thought it made me special, even though I had no real reason to believe that. But in Japan, blood type is usedWe all like to know things about ourselves, and blood type is just another fun way to understand why we do some things. Just have fun with it.14.Blood type is used to decide one’s personality in ________.A.Japan B.the USA C.the UK D.India15.A reporter would be a good job for ________ people.A.type O B.type AB C.type A D.type B16.What does the writer think of that blood type is used to decide one’s personality?A.It’s really true.B.Just have fun with it.C.Maybe we can take some advice to find a job.D.Believe it or not, it depends on yourself.05(2022秋·河南洛阳·九年级统考期中)Have you ever been angry at someone when you were hungry? If so, you’ve experienced “hangry (饿怒)” —some people get angry easily as they are hungry. The reason for this lies in what happens inside your body when it needs food.Everything you eat would be changed into different kinds of nutrients (营养物质) in your body. These nutrients would enter your blood and be passed to every part of your body and be used for creating energy. As time passes after your last meal, these nutrients in your blood drop. Also, your blood glucose (血糖) drops. Unlike other parts in your body, your brain totally depends on blood glucose to do its job. You’ve probably already noticed that simple things can become difficult when you are hungry and your blood glucose levels drop. You may find it hard to pay attention. For example, you may make silly mistakes in your study and homework. You might also have noticed that you can’t even speak clearly when you’re too hungry.Another thing that happens when you’re hungry is behaving impolitely and can’t control yourself, such as snapping at others. In that case, even though you may already try your best to avoid conflict (冲突) with important friends, you may still be too angry to control yourself when you are staying with the people you are most relaxed with. That’s why you may find yourself being impatient with your parents or friends.So what should we do to avoid being hangry? The easiest way is to eat something before you get too hungry. The best choice is to have some nutrient - rich and natural foods that help deal with hunger quickly and can be kept in our body as long as possible, but not fast food. The final way is to suggest that difficult situations should be dealt with after a meal, not before.17.When does “hangry” usually happen?A.When the body needs food.B.When nutrients enter your body.C.When the blood glucose levels drop.D.When it’s hard for you to pay attention.18.What does the underlined words “snapping at” mean in Chinese?A.称赞B.呵斥C.嘲笑D.帮助19.Which paragraphs tell the influence of being hangry?A.①②B.②③C.③④D.④⑤20.Which is one of the ways to deal with hunger?A.Eat something after you get too hungry.B.Stay with people you are most relaxed with.C.Deal with difficult situations after meals.D.Eat a little junk food before you are hungry.21.Who is the text written for?A.Doctors.B.Teachers.C.Parent.D.Students.06(2022秋·山东菏泽·九年级统考期中)Have you ever thought about why you are the way you are? And what does your personality(性格)connect with? Recent research has showed that the position(位置)in which we are born in our family plays a very important role in forming personality.The eldest childBeing the only child, the eldest enjoys all their parents’ attention. However, new parents usually expect to see their child do well. And the eldest child tries to meet these expectations. As a result, the eldest children are usuallypolite and traditional. The problems come with the birth of another child. Suddenly the attention they’re used to receiving becomes weaker. Then, they don’t feel safe and will try to do all they can to make their parents happy.The second childThe second child has no experience of life without a brother or sister, so they never know how their brothers or sisters feel when they suddenly have to share the attention. The second children are often more outgoing and always looking for ways to get attention. One of the most common ways to achieve this is by making people laugh and the second children are often the jokers of the family. Again, problems can appear when another baby arrives. Suddenly, the second child becomes the middle child and may lose a clear sense(意识)of where they are.The third childWith the birth of their third baby, parents will often feel this is their last chance to bring up a child. This means the youngest child, more often than not, is spoilt(溺爱)with attention and love. This can lead them to be very self-centered, believing that the world moves around them. They are always treated as the “baby” of the family so they don’t do as well as they could do. They like doing things in unexpected ways, so they are also likely to be creative. 22.What influences people’s personality according to the text?A.Birth place.B.Birth weight.C.Birth order.23.What does the underlined word “they” refer to in the text?A.The eldest children.B.The second children.C.The parents.24.Compared to the first child, the second child is _________ according to the text.A.more polite and traditionalB.more humorous and outgoingC.more creative and confident25.According to the text, if Tom thinks mainly about himself and always has new ideas, he might be _________.A.the eldest child B.the second child C.the third child07(2022秋·山东菏泽·九年级统考期中)It is said that tea can improve creative power(力量) of the literary(文学的) artists in ancient China.According to Lu Yu’s Cha Jing, tea-drinking in China can be traced back(追溯) to the Zhou Dynasty—tea was discovered by Shen Nong and became popular as a drink in the State of Lu because of Zhou Gong.Tea-drinking in China has a long history of four thousand years. As the legend(传说) has it, Shen Nong tasted hundreds of wild plants in order to prevent people from eating the poisonous plants. It is said that he was once poisoned but was saved by eating some leaves of an evergreen(常青的) plant with white flowers. Later, people called the leaves that saved his life “cha”.In modern times, people still keep tea-drinking as one of their everyday activities. According to the study, tea can also influence some modern illnesses. To those who have to work with computers for a long time, drinking tea can help them to recreate a new balance(平衡) in their bodies. And to those old people, drinking tea is also a good way to make them have a longer life.26.Tea-drinking in China can be traced back to ________.A.the Zhou Dynasty B.the Xia Dynasty C.the Tang DynastyA.供饮用的B.美味的C.有毒的28.What does paragraph 3 mainly tell us?A.The birth of tea.B.Tea became popular.C.Shen Nong was once poisoned.29.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.Tea can improve creative power of the computer workers in ancient China.B.Tea became popular as a drink in the State of Lu because of Zhou Gong.C.People don’t keep tea-drinking as one of their everyday activities.30.What is the main idea of this passage?A.The legend of Shen Nong.B.The history of tea-drinking in China.C.Tea can influence some modern illnesses.参考答案:1.A 2.C 3.B 4.D【导语】本文讲述介绍了绿色屋顶,并介绍了其好处。

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读 04 新闻报道

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读 04 新闻报道

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-新闻报道01(2023·全国·九年级假期作业)Shenzhen Daily 2023-02-28Getting a pie from the sky is becoming a reality in the city as online delivery platform Meituan has been allowed to start drone delivery service(无人机送餐服务), Shenzhen Evening News reported.At Galaxy World in Longgang District, a reporter from the newspaper watched how a meal has been delivered by the drone on Thursday. The drone slowly landed and a door above the Meituan Intelligent Dining Cabinet(储藏柜) opened slowly, where the drone put the meal box inside the cabinet.“It takes about 15 minutes to place the order and receive the meal. A lot of people have tried the drone delivery service here,” said a woman who just took her meal box out from the cabinet.During the year 2022, food and drinks such as noodles, fruits, coffee and milk tea and even flowers have been delivered through Meituan’s drone delivery system, the report said.The company said that as of last year, it had completed over 100,000 drone deliveries. Meituan started to explore drone delivery service in 2017 and started the try in early 2021. The service has an average delivery time of 12 minutes, which is less than traditional delivery methods, according to the company.There are only a few cities in the world with the advantages of drone delivery service, and Shenzhen is taking the lead in China, according to the report. However, there are still some problems with this kind of service. 1.Where is the meal box put?A.In Longgang District.B.Inside the cabinet.C.By the drone.D.At Galaxy World.2.What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A.Where the drone landed.B.When the service started.C.How the service provided.D.Who watched the drone.3.What can we learn from the last paragraph?A.Many cities around the world have the drone delivery service.B.The drone delivery service has many advantages in our daily life.C.Shenzhen is the first city starting drone delivery service in China.D.The drone delivery service is very popular all over the world.4.What is the passage going to talk about next?A.How to make good use of the drone delivery service.B.What problems the drone delivery service faces.C.How to solve the problems of the drone delivery service.D.What advantages the drone delivery service has.02(2023·广东汕头·校联考三模)A team of elderly women in Chongqing, serving as “shared-grandmas” to help working parents pick up their children from school and stay with the kids, has received a lot of likes online recently.The team of “shared-grandmas” from the Shipingcun Community in Chongqing’s Jiulongpo District includes nine retired (退休的) women, mostly empty-nesters (空巢老人). They volunteer to take care of 25 kids in the community.Working parents of the children who aren’t able to pick up their kids from school are in need of a temporary guardian (临时监护人). The volunteers can spare the time and energy for the family and ease (缓解) their loneliness by doing the job.Deng Lihong, 66, is a member of the team. Every weekday, she picks up the children from school, and accompanies them while they do their homework and play in the community room until their parents pick them up.“I feel young with the kids and my retired life is meaningful,” she said.“The program started in April and the number of the team members is still growing,” Cao Yidan, the chairman of Chongqing Amber Social Work Service Center, said.“The program is great and worth promoting (提倡) in other places in the country,” an Internet user said.“We encourage the retired women in the community to take part in this public service. It’s a win-win situation for the families in need and ‘shared-grandmas’. The feeling of achievement and happiness means a lot to them,” Peng Mei, the secretary of the Party Committee of Shipingcun Community, said.5.About working parents, we can learn from the third paragraph that ________.A.they want to go home directly after a day’s workB.they can’t pick up their kids from school on timeC.they hope their kids will help the elderly ease their lonelinessD.they think their kids need the care of grandmas6.The underlined word “accompanies” means “________” in the fourth paragraph.A.stays or goes somewhere with somebody B.helps somebody cook breakfastC.buys somebody some important things D.teaches somebody to do housework7.The “shared-grandmas” are ________ according to the passage.A.warm-hearted B.poor C.creative D.rich8.We can know from the passage that ________.A.all elderly women are encouraged to serve as “shared-grandmas”B.the program has started in all communities in the countryC.the working parents pay the “shared-grandmas” money for their workD.though the “shared-grandmas” are retired, they still play an active role in society9.What’s the best title of the passage?A.How the elderly spend their retired livesB.Empty-nesters volunteer to look after patientsC.“Shared-grandmas” — a win-win public serviceD.A program offers chances to all the elderly to let them enjoy themselves03(2023·云南昆明·云南师范大学实验中学校考三模)In December, 2022, Memphis Zoo in Tennessee announced that it would return Ya Ya, who arrived in the US in 2003. After her 20-year loan period(租借期) ended on April 7, China’s giant panda Ya Ya finally returned home from the US after 20 days.China prepared to welcome back Ya Ya and experts from Beijing Zoo arrived in the US in March to learn abouther habits and feeding situation from the zoo staff members. Foreign Ministry spokesman Wang Wenbin said that the quarantine(检疫) and feeding places for Ya Ya are ready along with her feeding plans and medical care.In January, visitors found that Ya Ya had become very thin, which made many Chinese and animal lovers abroad worry about her health and life quality at the Memphis Zoo. The Chinese Association of Zoological Gardens said in an announcement that giant panda Ya Ya had been well cared for since it was sent to Memphis Zoo in the United States in 2003, and no signs of neglect(忽视) had been found, based on videos of the giant panda, monthly health reports and annual physical examinations.Once Ya Ya finishes a 30-day mandatory(强制的) quarantine in Shanghai after landing in China, she will then be sent to Beijing Zoo.The news that Ya Ya would come back to China cheered up millions of Chinese people. By April 9, 250 million people had talked about Ya Ya on the Internet. “Come home soon, Ya Ya. I’ll go to see you in the zoo even if I have to wait in line all day long!” An Internet user commented(评论) on Sina Weibo.10.When did Ya Ya return from the US?A.On April 7, 2003.B.On April 7, 2023.C.On April 27, 2023.D.On December 13, 202211.Why did many Chinese and animal lovers abroad worry about Ya Ya?A.Because it had been neglected.B.Because it had become very thin.C.Because it had been well cared for.D.Because it had annual physical examinations.12.Which of the following statements is NOT true?A.China prepared to welcome Ya Ya back.B.Experts from Beijing Zoo learned about Ya Ya’s habits.C.The zoo staff members from Memphis Zoo didn’t know Ya Ya’s feeding situation.D.China prepared feeding plans and medical care for Ya Ya.13.What will happen to Ya Ya after a 30-day quarantine in Shanghai?A.She will be sent to Beijing Zoo.B.She will stay in Shanghai for further medical treatment.C.She will go back to the US.D.She will be put back in the wild.14.What can we infer from the Internet user’s words on Sina Weibo?A.He/She felt quite disappointed to know the news.B.He/She was surprised to hear the news.C.He/She felt angry to wait for a long time.D.He/She jumped for joy when he/she heard the news.04(2023·江苏苏州·苏州市第十六中学校考二模)“Tum left! Turn right!” In the information technology (IT) class, Zhang Ruixuan was controlling a robot to move around.“This is part of our artificial intelligence (AI) courses,” said the 10th grader from Beijing 101 Middle School. The school provides AI classes to both junior and senior high school students. Apart from compulsory (必修的) courses that teach basic knowledge, there are also optional (选修的) courses if students want to learn more.“This semester in our compulsory class, we have learned coding (编程) through a programming language called Python,” said Zhang. Using Python to code is a basic skill for training AI models. In recent years, Python has been tested in high school graduation exams in places like Beijing, Jiangsu and Anhui.In fact, having AI education in schools has become a growing trend (趋势) in many places, with Zhejiang province being atypical example. In 2020, Zhejiang added AI education into textbooks from Grade 5 in primary school all the way to senior high. In the city of Wenzhou, the government is planning to build 1, 000 AI experimental schools by 2025.“With the development of technology, our textbooks have been changing all the time,” said Shang Yin, an IT teacher from Beijing 101 Middle School. “From typing to using Word and Excel, and then today’s coding and AI, the courses are keeping up with the times and teaching students necessary skills.” In the future, there will be more jobs where AI knowledge is required. Even in daily life, people may need to understand things like Chat GPT and the internet of things. AI education will become increasingly important, Shang added.15.How did the writer start the passage?A.By drawing a conclusion.B.By telling a story.C.By describing a scene.D.By explaining the truth.16.What do we know about the AI class at Beijing 101 Middle School?A.It is an optional course.B.It only teaches basic knowledge.C.It teaches students to code with Python.D.It often makes students feel stressed.A.primary school B.junior high schoolC.senior high school D.college18.Why is AI education becoming increasingly important according to the passage?A.Because AI is included in all high school graduation exams.B.Because understanding AI is becoming a necessary skill.C.Because AI is going to take over school education.D.Because AI is students' most powerful competitor.05(2023·江苏盐城·校考二模)Zibo city in Shandong province has stormed the Internet since late February for its local barbecue. In March, the small city received about 4.8 million tourists. It is certainly not the only city that offers barbecue, or even the most famous one, but its seemingly sudden fame was steps in the making.Zhou Maosong, president of the Zibo Tourism Promotion Association said the popularity started from the crowd-gathering effect of cultural and tourism activities including a music festival. Then famous people tasted the barbecue and put their experiences online attracting young people, which led to a wave of students from neighbouring cities visiting Zibo. What better way to lure adventurous and hungry college students other than “tasty barbecue that makes you full within only 50 yuan!” However, Zibo did not fall into the trap (陷阱) of easy fame that dies fast where sellers cheat buyers on price and quality for the most profit (盈利) in the shortest time. A blogger on Douyin took an electronic scale (电子秤) to ten barbecue stands in Ziboto test if he would be offered less food. It turned out that not a single one was caught short of weight and some owners even offered him local snacks for free. Local people’s honest and friendly behaviour touched even more people online and again lifted the city’s popularity.Zibo’s successful story has inspired governments in other parts of the country to find their ways of supporting local businesses.19.What does the underlined word “lure” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A.Attract.B.Challenge.C.Follow.D.Organize.20.What are the other reasons for Zibo’s popularity besides the crowd-gathering effect?①Famous people’s recommendation.②Barbecue at low prices.③Support from neighbouring cities.④Local people’s kindness.A.①②③B.②③④C.①②④D.①③④21.Where is the passage probably taken from?A.A science fiction.B.A travel guide.C.A food advertisement.D.A news report.06(2023·山东日照·日照市新营中学校考三模)The common problem of myopia (近视) among students has been a big challenge for China to deal with for many years. According to reports, about 35.6 percent of primary school students and nearly 81 percent of senior high school students are nearsighted (近视的) in China.Considering this background, Wantang Primary School in Yunnan province really stands out. This is because none of the students at this school suffer from myopia. Parents, teachers and eye experts began discussing whether the school’s experience can be used to tackle the rising level of myopia across China.Yang Chenhao is a doctor at the Children’s Hospital of Fudan University. He said that while the school is a special case, some of its methods are highly worth learning, such as keeping children away from mobile phones and getting them outdoors more often.Yang Qingyi is a teacher at the school, which has 536 students. He said that all children are required to go outside during class breaks. “Even for quiet kids, we encourage them to take a walk outside,” he said. When the three sports teachers there are busy, teachers of other subjects will work as trainers to teach basketball and table tennis.“If there is one piece of advice that we can share on achieving zero myopia, I would say large amounts of outdoor activities,” said Sun Fubiao, the primary school’s headmaster. Sun said that a number of his students’ parents are working in other areas, so the school has fixed six public phones while not allowing use of personal mobile phones.“In teacher-parent WeChat groups, we often remind parents to pay attention to kids’ eye health when they are at home for weekends or vacations,” he added.22.How is the first paragraph organized?A.By listing numbers.B.By telling stories.C.By giving examples.D.By comparing facts.23.What does the underlined word “tackle” probably mean in Chinese?A.解释B.应对C.提升D.保持24.What can we know from Yang Chenhao’s words?A.Doctors should work with primary schools.B.Wantang Primary School is worth learning in some ways.C.Children should not use a mobile phone.D.Parents should pay more attention to their kids.25.What is the most important way to achieve zero myopia according to Sun Fubiao?A.Less time of learning at school.B.Fixing enough public phones.C.Much time of outside activities.D.Working with kids’ parents.参考答案:1.B 2.C 3.C 4.B【导语】本文主要介绍了美团推出的无人机送餐服务,包括其操作流程、研发过程及发展前景。

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练初中英语时文阅读04(原卷版)

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练初中英语时文阅读04(原卷版)

【中考阅读专项】时文阅读综合训练-初中英语时文阅读4文章导读阅读理解A篇:杭州亚运会:向“绿”而行,和谐共生。

B篇:别具特色这些亚运项目。

C篇:有偿“嘴替”“代骂”是违法行为。

D篇:直播间的“泼天的富贵”能否持续留住流量,【79元套餐】是国货品牌适应新营销环境和新消费群体的新突破,而流量狂欢后如何变长红,仍然是众多国货品牌要思考的问题。

E篇:国庆节几部电影的介绍。

《雄兵出击》《坚如磐石》《莫斯科行动》等F篇:“抱树”真能治内耗?来看背后的科学原理语法填空:梁朝伟荣获威尼斯电影节终身成就奖。

阅读理解:国学故事——上善若水。

A 阅读理解“Green Games” became a calling card for the 19th Asian Games, which were held from Sept 23 to Oct 8 in Hangzhou and five other cities in Zhejiang.To make the Games the world’s first waste-free sporting event, green energy sources were used at all 56 competition venues (场馆).Some of the renewable (可再生的) electricity used at the venues was photovoltaic energy (光伏能源), transmitted (传输) from areas such as Qinghai and Gansu. Another source was wind power which was made in areas including the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region.A digital management platform was also started to help achieve carbon neutrality (碳中和) during the Asian Games. On the platform, digital technologies were used for managing carbon emissions (排放) from venues in the six cities where the Games were held. The technologies included data collection and emissions reduction (减排) and evaluation.Among all of the Games’ 56 competition venues, just 12 were newly built. The rest were existing facilities (设施) repaired as part of the organizers’ mission of sustainability (持续性).The Shangcheng Sports Centre Stadium, the venue used for soccer events at the Games, was first built in 2019.During the venue’s renovation, its solar-film ceiling and spectator (观众) seating – both of which had been used for 14 years but remained in good condition – were kept after being scientifically assessed (评估). This helped to reduce building costs by nearly 8 million yuan.The race track of Chun’an Jieshou Sports Centre’s velodrome (自行车赛场) was covered with 374 interchangeable components (部件) which can continue to use after the competition ended.Zhejiang also improved public entry to the venues and hosted sports events in them. During the one-year delay (推迟) of the Games due to the pandemic, the venues were put aside but still kept in use. Since May 2022, all of the available venues have received 10 million visits, allowing the public to experience the world-class facilities.These venues will continue to be used for sports and public fitness after the Games. Venue owners and operators have developed post-games plans for 51 venues.1.What kind of renewable energy sources were used at the competition venues?A Solar energy and wind powerB Hydroelectric power and geothermal energyC Biomass and tidal energyD Nuclear power and natural gas2.What was the goal of the 19th Asian Games in terms of waste management?A. To use green energy sources at all competition venuesB. To achieve carbon neutrality during the GamesC. To repair and renovate existing facilitiesD. To reduce building costs for venues3.How many of the competition venues were newly built for the 19th Asian Games?A. 12B. 56C. 51D. The article does not mention it.4.Why did the organizers keep the solar-film ceiling and spectator seating of the Shangcheng Sports Centre Stadium?A. They were newly built and modern.B. They were in good condition.C. They were technologically advanced.D. The article does not mention the reason.5.What will happen to the venues after the Games?A. They will be demolished.B. They will be used for sports and public fitness.C. They will be sold to other countries.D. The article does not mention it.B 阅读理解On Sept 24, at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, people burst into thunderous (雷鸣般的) cheers after China’s Tong Xin finished a difficult move. For the move, she had to make a 540-degree turn. In the end, she won the women’s taijiquan and taijijian all-round gold (女子太极拳太极剑全能金牌) at the sports event.Tong’s slow but strong actions with her sword (剑) showed perfectly Chinese wushu’s beautiful mix of soft and hard moves. As a sport showing regional (区域的) culture, wushu was included in the Asian Games in 1990. Apart from wushu, many other special sports from different Asian areas were also seen at the sports event, making it a party of folk cultures. Kabaddi (卡巴迪) and sepak takraw (藤球) are two examples.Kabaddi (卡巴迪) is a folk sport from India and has a history of more than 4,000 years. As the athletic form (竞技版) of the game “eagle (老鹰) catching chickens”, kabaddi needs nothing but an area that is 13 meters long and 10 meters wide.Sepak takraw first became popular in Southeast Asia. It is similar to the traditional Chinese game of shuttlecock kicking (踢毽子). Players need to use their feet, head, knees and other parts of their body to move the ball. It is also called “kick volleyball”.Although the Asian Games don’t include as many countries as the Olympic Games, they have even more events, especially the ones born out of the Asian region. This makes it really unique.As Chinese President Xi Jinping said at the event’s opening ceremony (开幕式), “The 19th Asian Games have included many disciplines (项目) with distinctive (有特色的) Asian features. It provides a platform (舞台) to celebrate sports and culture, and showcases Asian culture that is inclusive (包容的), vibrant (充满活力的) and always keen (渴望的) to learn from others.”1.What gold medal did Tong Xin win at the Asian Games?A. Women’s wushuB. Women’s taijiquanC. Women’s kabaddiD. Women’s sepak takraw2. What is the story mainly about?A. The game results as of Sept 24.B. Chinese wushu athlete Tong Xin.C. The newly invented sports games.D. Regional sports in the Asian Games.3. What do we know about Kabaddi?A. It is a new game created in India.B. It looks like a traditional Chinese kid’s game.C. It has a high requirement for the playing area.D. It is very popular in Asia.4. What’s the meaning of having folk sports in the Asian Games?a. To introduce new sports to the world.b. To celebrate regional sports and culture.c. To showcase unique Asian culture.d. To highlight Asian features.e. To show the athletes’ sporting spirit.A. abcB. bcdC. bdeD. cdeC,阅读理解Recently, people online have been selling verbal abuse (言语辱骂) “services”. An internet user pays the seller some money to abuse the victim (受害者) through social media. However, this is not right or legal.To know more about this, Teens talked to Xing Junxia, a lawyer at the S&P Law Firm in Beijing.In life, we may say bad words to people we don’t like. If it gets serious, it becomes verbal abuse. “The act of verbal abuse violates (侵犯) the victim’s rights,” Xing said. “These words usually hurt the victim’s right to reputation (名誉权), which can lead to civil liability (民事责任).” The attacker (攻击者) should stop this right away. He or she should also formally (正式地) say sorry to the victim. This is to cut down the influence of the abuse.Xing pointed out that both the attacker and the payer should bear civil liability because they do it together.In more serious situations, the attacker will face administrative penalties (行政处罚). A man in Qiqihar, Heilongjiang, who ran an online verbal abuse “service” and had abused 25 people, was recently caught. Although he knew it was illegal, he believed it was an easy way to make money. In the end, he was fined (处罚) 500 yuan and handed over all of the illegal money he had got.In the most serious situations, Xing said, verbal abuse can make the victim ill. The attacker should then face criminal liability (刑事责任). It means that he or she may spend time in prison (监狱), said Xing.1. If you are abused verbally, you can legally _____.A. ask the attacker for some moneyB. ask the attacker to stop and say sorryC. post the attacker’s acts onlineD. beat the attacker2. Who is at fault in the case of selling verbal abuse “service”?A. Only the attacker.B. Only the payer.C. Both the attacker and the payer.D. The attacker, the payer and the victim.3. The example in Paragraph 5 mainly shows us _____.A. that the payer won’t face a penaltyB. that the attacker is only fined in serious casesC. the reason for “selling” verbal abuseD. the result of running verbal abuse “service”4. What is the main idea of the story?A. Selling services online is illegal.B. Verbal abuse can hurt others physically.C. We should use laws to protect ourselves.D. Verbal abuse is law-breaking.D,阅读理解Do you know about Bee & Flower? It was once a well-known hair care brand in China. Many brands like this have “disappeared” because young people don’t know about them.But recently, some old Chinese brands have made a comeback. It’s a good start, but there’s more to it.In early September, anger over a Chinese makeup brand’s eyebrow pens (眉笔) lit up the internet. Some people thought that they were too expensive as it cost 79 yuan to get three pens. Shortly after, Bee & Flower started to sell three large bottles of hair care products for the same price. It showed that Chinese products could still be cost-effective (划算的).Many Chinese brands took their chance by selling through livestreaming (直播). What’s more, they also helped sell each other’s products. For example, hosts of sports brand Erke washed their hair with Bee & Flower products on Sept 13.Many people can’t stop buying these products. Why? For one thing, they think that the products of these Chinese brands are good to use and don’t cost much. Also, it makes buyers feel proud. They can help these old brands “come back to life” by buying the products. Buyers believe in these brands and will use their money to help them grow.However, livestreaming events should only be a start. How can brands keep people interested? Good products with good prices. The brands shouldn’t take advantage of (利用) people’s trust. They should turn it into a reason to make their products better.1. Which of the following can take the place of the word “disappeared”?A. shown upB. looked upC. given awayD. gone away2. What gave Bee & Flower the chance to sell their products?A. There was a big activity for online shopping.B. It became a well-known hair care brand in China.C. The products of Chinese brands became more popular.D. People were discussing expensive eyebrow pens.3. What happened during the livestreaming of some Chinese brands?A. They sold their products at a higher price.B. They helped sell the goods of other brands.C. They sold all the products in one room.D. The workers washed their hair while doing sports.4. What makes people buy products of Chinese brands?a. Low prices.b. A willingness to help.c. Excellent ads.d. Good products.e. Interesting looks.A. abcB. abdC. bcdD. bde5. What does the writer think according to the last paragraph?A. Chinese brands can only be popular for a while.B. Livestreaming is a good way to keep brands popular.C. It is smart to use people’s trust to keep them interested.D. The brands should set good prices for their products.E,阅读理解What movies are you going to watch during the National Day holiday? Teens picks four movies to fill up your holiday with great stories. Whether if you like comedic movies, or movies that are more real, you can find what’s right for you.Lose to Win《好像也没那么热血沸腾》Under the Light (《坚如磐石》)The Great War(《志愿军:雄兵出击》)Operation Moscow1.Who is the director of the movie “93 International Train Robbery: Operation Moscow”?A. Chen KaigeB. Zhang YimouC. Wei GuozhengD. Qiu Litao2.When is the movie “Lose to Win” released?A. Sept 26B. Sept 27C. Sept 28D. Sept 293.What is the genre of the movie “Under the Light”?A. ComedyB. SportsC. WarD. Crime4.What is the focus of the movie “The Great War”?A. Basketball team overcoming disabilitiesB. Crime and illegal tradesC. Chinese efforts in the war against US aggressionD. Cross-border pursuit5. Where may this article be from?A.A sports magazine B. A film magazine C. a crime novel D. An advertisementF,阅读理解Feel down? Hug a tree! Recently, many Chinese young people have turned to trees to help with their stress. Although it sounds strange, there’s a science behind the act of tree-hugging.It can be explained by the “biophilia hypothesis (亲生命假说)”. It was pointed out by US scientist Edward Wilson in 1984. He said that humans are born to love being around other living things. Humans’ love for nature is “in our DNA”. This idea helps to explain why people prefer natural, green views to city views. It’s also one of the reasons why people love cute pets.Some studies have looked into why tree-hugging can help with our health. A study in 2021 reported that the activity can increase oxytocin (催产素). It’s a hormone responsible for feelings. The higher the level of oxytocin is, the calmer and happier you may be. Hugging trees for only 21 seconds can lead to an increase in oxytocin.Another hormone called cortisol (皮质醇) is a marker of stress. The brain produces more cortisol when the person is anxious (焦虑的), angry, or very sad. Hugging trees helps cut cortisol production, which makes us feel better.Although the activity is helpful to us, it’s important to keep in mind that we shouldn’t hurt nature while doing it. Trees often hold valuable ecosystems (生态环境). Many small creatures live on the tree – and they are too small to be seen. You may want to be gentle when hugging trees – just like how you hug a friend!1. Which of the following can be explained by the “biophilia hypothesis”?A. People feel relaxed in parks.B. People like doing exercises.C. People love visiting historical sites.D. People like to live in cities.2. How might people feel with a lower hormone oxytocin?A. They might feel calm and happy.B. They might feel angry and sad.C. They might feel relaxed and scared.D. They might feel happy and sad.3. What is the right relationship between the hormone cortisol and our feelings?A. We feel sadder with a lower level of cortisol.B. We feel angrier with a lower level of cortisol.C. We feel more stressed with a higher level of cortisol.D. We feel much happier with a higher level of cortisol.4. What can we learn from the story?A. Hugs give people energy.B. The “biophilia hypothesis” is partly wrong.C. Tree-hugging is harmful to the environment.D. Hugging trees in the right way helps reduce stress.语法填空Hong Kong actor Tony Leung Chiu-wai received a very important award (奖项) – the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement (终身成就金狮奖) at the 80th Venice Film Festival On Sept 2. He’s the first Chinese actor ____1_____(get) this award.Leung cried when ______2______(receive) the award, saying that he wanted to share the award with everyone _____3____ has helped him in his 41-year acting career.This award recognizes Leung’s long list of famous works. He ____4_____(become) a film star in Hong Kong in the 1980s and got famous around the world for _____5_____(he )acting in award-winning films like Chungking Express (《重庆森林》) and In the Mood for Love (《花样年华》), which _____6_______( direct) by Wong Kar-wai.Leung is also known _____7____(介词) being in big blockbusters (大片). For example, he plays an undercover agent (卧底) in the Hong Kong crime classic Infernal Affairs (《无间道》). He has also been in director Zhang Yimou’s martial arts (武术) film Hero (《英雄》), which stands as one of_____8_________ (successful)Chinese films in North America.Famous director, Ang Lee, described Leung as “a director’s dream” _____9_______(连词)he can show complicated (复杂的) feelings just with his eyes. “He can say more in one look than many actors can with a full monologue (独角戏),” Lee said.Leung’s next film, Silent Friend (《寂静的朋友》), ____10______(start )filming in April 2024. Leung will play a scientist and work with filmmakers from Germany, France and Hungary to show a story across different countries. The world’s audience (观众) is looking forward to another fresh and touching performance by Leung.国学故事What is the best virtue (美德)? What can we learn from water? Laozi, a famous Chinese philosopher (哲学家)A Chinese teacher called Zhen Daqian from a high school in Beijing gave further explanation: Laozi tells us the top character is just like water. All life in the world cannot live without water, but water never asks for anything in return. It just keeps giving quietly. Also, water often stays where people don’t like, such us low-lying wetlands and deserted valleys (空旷的山谷). This kind of low profile (低调) makes water the closest to the law of the universe. It seems that we have always taken qualities like bravery and strength as great virtues, but we should not forget what water has taught us.In dealing with people, we can act as water. Do our best to help others without trying to get fame or benefit. At the same time, stay modest (谦虚的). It’s unwise to always talk about the favors you gave to others. Even if no one cares about you in a difficult situation, you need to stay calm. After all, water will not choose where to be, it just flows to where it is needed.We know that the Chinese nation has always valued Laozi’s ideas about water. In 2014, President Xi Jinping mentioned it at the welcome dinner of the 22nd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Beijing. He said APEC members are brought together by the water of the Pacific Ocean and have a shared responsibility to make the Pacific an ocean of peace, friendship and cooperation (合作).1.Which of the following is not the quality of water?A.Low profiles.B.Bravery.C.Giving quietly.D.Never asking for anything in return2.What does the underlined word “disdain” mean?A.like B.hate C.enjoy D.admire3.What is the right way we should act as water in dealing with people?A.Staying proud.B.Helping others for fame and benefit.C.Staying excited in a difficult situation.D.Never talking about the favors you gave to others.4.What’s the main idea of the last paragraph?A.We Chinese nation has always valued Laozi’s ideas about water.B.The water of the Pacific Ocean is very important.C.All the APEC members should cooperate well with each other.D.All the APEC members should keep the peace of the Pacific Ocean. 5.Which of the following could be the best title for this passage?A.Laozi — A Famous Philosopher in ChinaB.Zhen Daqian—A Chinese TeacherC.Water — The Best VirtueD.Goodness — The Word and The World。

时文阅读-中考英语完形填空和阅读理解训练

时文阅读-中考英语完形填空和阅读理解训练

1.A.helped B.saved C.liked D.influenced2.A.took out B.found out C.gave out D.broke out3.A.patients B.adults C.animals D.birds4.A.kind B.poor C.brave D.silent5.A.with B.to C.of D.in6.A.quickly B.slowly C.safely D.luckily7.A.my B.his C.her D.their8.A.weigh B.pollute C.shake D.wash9.A.When B.Although C.Unless D.Because10.A.thinks B.trusts C.teaches D.asks阅读理解On January27,in order to win the new pneumonia Resistance War(抗击新型肺炎战),the Ministry of Education issued(教育部公布)a notice on putting off the start time of school in spring2020.It was said that school should not start before March.The exact start time of school will depend on situations and further notices.However,many parents are very worried that putting off the start of school may affect(影响)children’s studies.If they have such a long winter vacation,children will not learn any knowledge,read books or study at all.They may forget what they have learned before.Staying at home for a long time will make them keep eating,sleeping and playing,which seriously affect their physical and mental health.In short,the close of school influences learning and develops bad habits,so how should we avoid these problems?Local education departments have also issued a notice,that is,to organize online teaching and create a network platform(平台),where necessary courses will be shown every day,and online teaching will be given by excellent teachers of the subject,and students can learn at home through computer or mobile network.It should be said that such a method is very good.It can not only keep students indoors and not worry about the infection(感染)of the disease,but also make them study at home,improve their learning ability,and truly achieve“no suspension of classes”.Both the platform itself and the recorded lesson resources are more useful, and are welcomed by parents and teachers.Of course,except for learning at home,it is also necessary to teach children about health knowledge,especially how to keep away from touching virus and other knowledge popularization;at the same time,it is also necessary for children to do some physical exercises or some games,which is good for physical health at home.11.Parents worried about putting off the start time of school because_______.A.children may be infected by virusB.they don’t like the idea of online learningC.children’s study may be affectedD.parents have no time to look after children12.Except for learning at home,what is also necessary according to the writer?A.To keep playing online games.B.To keep touching different people.C.To do some physical exercises outside.D.To teach children about health knowledge.13.The underlined word“suspension”in Paragraph4probably means_______.A.planB.stopC.growthD.change14.Which is TRUE according to the passage?A.Students would rather go to school.B.The date of going to school is decided.C.Online teaching will help students study.D.Parents believe children can teach themselves.15.What’s the best title for this passage?A.A Special Way to Learn at HomeB.A New War with a New ChanceC.A Way to Keep Mentally HealthyD.A Method to Make Parents Worried答案:1-5BDACC6-10ABDBC11-15CDBCA。

备战2024英语知识中考时文阅读练习机器尾巴或帮助老人保持平衡答案详解

备战2024英语知识中考时文阅读练习机器尾巴或帮助老人保持平衡答案详解

备战2024英语知识中考时文阅读练习机器尾巴或帮助老人保持平衡答案详解题型:阅读理解主题语境:发明与技术语篇类型:说明文词数:194难度:★★★★☆建议用时:8分钟It's known that most animals have tails. But why don't humans have them? Well, millions of years ago, humans did have tails, but we slowly lost them.However,a team has built a robotic tail for old people to help them keep their balance(平衡).The tail is one meter long. People can wear it around their waist(腰).“The tail works likebody leans(倾斜) one way, the tail moves in a different direction.The robotic tail works like a seahorse's tail.It has a set of plastic vertebrae(塑料椎骨)to make it move easily. Users can take some of its parts out to make the tail lighter.There are a growing number of old people around the world. Some of them will lose their balance and can't walk well because of their ages. This tail can help them get around more easily. The development team is also looking at other possible uses for the tail. It could help workers keep their balance while they are carrying heavy things. It could also give gamers a better experience when they play VR(虚拟现实)games.1.What can the robotic tail help old people do?A. Keep their balance.B. Carry things.C. Walk fast.D. Exercise.2.What's the meaning of the underlined word “pendulum"in Chinese?A.指针B. 表盘C.发条D. 钟摆3. According to Paragraph 2, which of the following are TRUE about the robotic tail?a. It is one meter long.b. People can make it lighter.c.It moves in the same direction as our body.d. It works like a seahorse's tail.A. abcB. abdC. acdD. bed4.Who may not use the tail?A. John, 6 months old, who cannot walk.B. Daisy, 65 years old, who cannot walk well by herself.C. Thomas, 20 years old, who likes playing VR games.D. Eden,31 years old,a worker,who often carries heavy things.5.The passage mainly talks about_____.A. animals' tailsB.the importance of keeping balanceC.the robotic tail for humansD. the importance of helping old people【译文】众所周知,大多数动物都有尾巴,但为什么人类没有呢?其实,数百万年前,人类确实有尾巴,但我们渐渐失去了它们。

2023年中考英语热点时文阅读16 中国历史故事(一)

2023年中考英语热点时文阅读16 中国历史故事(一)

2023年中考英语新热点时文阅读-中国历史故事(一)01(2022年湖北省宜昌市中考英语试题)The brush pen, one of the “Four Treasures of the Study”, was invented thousands of years ago. However, the oldest pen was just a stick or a piece of bamboo. It was difficult for people to write well on thin silk.It is said that Meng Tian, a general of the Kingdom (王国) Qin, improved the pen. When Meng was leading an army to fight against the Kingdom of Chu, he had to report the situation to his king in time. But his pen was too hard and caused him much trouble, so he was thinking of ways to improve it.One day after hunting (狩猎), Meng made his way home with some wild rabbits on the horse back. Fat and heavy, one rabbit’s tail left a long trail (痕迹) on the ground when they moved on. Suddenly a good idea came to his mind when he saw it, “If I tie the rabbit’s hair to a stick, would it be easy to write with?”On arriving home, he tied the rabbit’s hair to a stick and tried writing with it. But the rabbit’s hair was too smooth to write well and wasted a lot of silk. Meng was so disappointed that he threw away his “invention” into a stone hole in the yard.However, Meng never gave up and kept trying all the time. A few rainy days later, he happened to find his “invention” fatter in a stone hole. He picked it up with hope. The brush worked beautifully on silk. It turned out that the special water had cleaned the oil from the hair. Meng succeeded at last.Thanks to Meng, the brush pen is playing a key role in Chinese culture. Today, students are taught to use the brush pens in school. It makes their life more colorful and helps them better understand Chinese culture.1.Why did Meng Tian want to improve the pen?A.Because the king asked him to do so.B.Because he wanted to be an inventor.C.Because he didn’t have silk to write on.D.Because the pen brought him much trouble. 2.When did Meng think of the good idea in Paragraph 3?A.Before hunting animals.B.When he saw the trail.C.During cleaning the hair.D.After he wrote a report.3.Which is the right order of improving the brush pen?a. The brush pen could write well.b. Meng tied the rabbit’s hair to a stick.c. The special water washed the oil away.d. Meng dropped the stick into a stone hole.A.b-d-a-c B.d-b-a-c C.b-d-c-a D.c-d-b-a4.How can the students understand Chinese culture better?A.By learning to use brush pens.B.By playing a role.C.By planting more bamboo.D.By inventing things.5.What can we learn from the passage?A.Make friends with animals.B.Value fantastic memories.C.Keep trying and never give up.D.Build a peaceful world.02(2022年江苏省连云港市新海实验中学中考一模英语试题)Shang Yang was a statesman of the Qin state (秦国). He was very talented and forward-thinking. He worked out a series of reform plans for the state, including focusing on farming and giving rewards to soldiers who were successful during war.But at the beginning, these reforms were not easily carried out. Only a few people in the state understood Shang’s talent and advantages of his plans. Most people had little trust and confidence in him.To solve this problem, Shang came up with an idea. He ordered some soldiers to put a thin wooden pole at the south gate of the Qin state capital. This attracted many people. Then, in front of the crowd, he said loudly, “People of Qin, here is my offer. Whoever takes this pole to the north gate will get a reward of 10 gold pieces.”It was a simple task and the reward was big. Some time passed and no one stepped forward. They all thought that Shang was joking.Hearing no answer, Shang stepped forward and said, “I will increase the reward to 50 gold pieces.”This offer was even more unbelievable. Finally, a man from the crowd came forward to take the pole. He put the pole on his shoulders and walked to the north gate. True to his word, Shang paid the man 50 gold pieces.Word spread about what had happened in the capital. Soon, the people were saying that Shang was a man of his word. When he began promoting his reforms, the people followed and did not question him.Under the reforms, Qin grew strong and unified all the states, becoming the first empire of China. 6.Which of the following is TRUE about Shang Yang’s reforms?A.Shang Yang’s reforms were the best ones at that time.B.Shang Yang’s reforms helped China become a bigger country.C.Shang Yang’s reforms focused on farming and education.D.Shang Yang’s reforms were introduced to other states.7.Many people were attracted but no one stepped forward after hearing Shang Yang’s word because ________.A.the task was too difficult to finish B.they were not satisfied with the rewardC.they couldn’t believe what Shang said D.they didn’t know how to finish the task8.To convince people to trust him, Shang Yang ________.A.gave a reward to anyone who supported him B.introduced his reforms at the south gate of the capital C.urged many young men to join the army D.showed that he could keep his promises9.What does the story mainly want to tell us?A.Money talks.B.Keeping promises can earn people’s trust. C.Earning people’s trust is never easy.D.Reforms are important for a country to develop.03(2022年贵州省黔东南州中考英语真题)To Borrow Arrows with Thatched BoatsOne day, Zhou Yu ordered Zhuge Liang to make 100,000 arrows(箭)in ten days. Zhou Yu thought it was impossible, but Zhuge Liang said, “Give me three days.” Then he asked Lu Su to lend him 20 boats, andthe soldiers put some scarecrows(稻草人)in line on the boats. He reminded Lu Su not to tell Zhou Yu what was happening.When Lu Su came again to see Zhuge Liang, he found nothing unusual. Nothing happened on the second day, either. In the small hours(凌晨)of the third day, Zhuge Liang invited Lu Su for a boat ride. The 20 boats were tied together with strong ropes. Zhuge’s fleet went towards the camp of Cao Cao. The surface of the river was covered with thick mist(雾)all over. People could hardly see each other on the river. When Zhuge’s fleet got close to the Cao camp before dawn(黎明), Zhuge Liang ordered his soldiers to shout and beat drums heavily to pretend an attack. But Zhuge and Lu Su only sat inside one boat drinking wine to enjoy themselves.As soon as the Cao camp heard the shouting and drum beating, they mistook it for a surprise attack by the Zhou Yu camp. Since they could see nobody on the river, they had to order 3,000 soldiers to shoot arrows to stop the unexpected attack. The front of the scarecrows was quickly full of arrows. After a while, Zhuge Liang had his fleet turned around to get the other side of the scarecrows to face the Cao camp. When both sides were full of arrows, the day broke. Zhuge Liang ordered his soldiers to return. The soldiers shouted in excitement, “Thank you, Cao Cao, for your arrows.” After they got back to their camp, they collected more than 100,000 arrows in total from the scarecrows.10.How many days did Zhuge Liang need to make 100,000 arrows?A.One day.B.Two days.C.Three days.D.Ten days.11.The underlined word “feet” probably means _________ in Chinese.A.船帆B.甲板C.船浆D.船队12.Who created the idea to get the arrows?A.Zhou Y u.B.Zhuge Liang.C.Lu Su.D.Cao Cao.13.The soldiers in the Cao camp shot arrows because _________.A.the Zhou Yu camp started an attackB.they could see each other on the riverC.they mistook the shouting and beating for a surprise attackD.Lu Su beat the drums14.How did Zhou Yu probably feel after Zhuge Liang returned with over 100,000 arrows? A.Surprised.B.Bored.C.Tired.D.Lonely.04(江苏省南通海安市2021-2022学年八年级下学期期末学业质量监测英语试题)请认真阅读下面短文, 并根据短文内容回答问题。

2023年中考英语新时政热点阅读 05 科技发展(含解析)

2023年中考英语新时政热点阅读 05 科技发展(含解析)

2023年中考英语新热点时文阅读-科技发展01(2022·广西·三模)The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics were not only a sporting event but also a show for science and technology. High tech gear (设备) is helping athletes become “faster, higher, stronger”. Let’s look at some.1.How many kinds of new high-tech gears are mentioned in this passage?A.One.B.Two.C.Three.D.Four.2.Which event isn’t affected by the direction and speed of the wind according to this passage? A.Freestyle skiing B.Curling C.Running D.Ski jumping3.What does the unlined word “bacteria” mean?A.昆虫B.细菌C.植物D.灰尘4.According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?A.High tech gear (设备) is helping athletes become “faster, higher, stronger”.B.The secret of setting 12 new world records is a new ice-making technology.C.With the help of AI technology, athletes can “see” the wind.D.The wearable thermometer will send a warning when temperature is higher than 38.3 degrees. 5.What is the best title of this passage?A.A new ice-making technology helps athletes do better.B.Large air purifiers can help fans, workers athletes keep healthy.C.A wearable thermometer can measure the body temperatures of athletes.D.High-tech help athletes perform better at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.02(2022·湖北武汉·二模)Chang’e 5 completed its task successfully in 23 days, not only did it return with valuable rock and soil samples from the moon, but also brought back a group of seeds that traveled the furthest in China. More than 30 kinds of seeds, including that of rice, oats etc., were placed inside the Chang’e 5 spacecraft and went around the moon for about 15 days.Scientists wished to check what would happen to the seeds after the task. This task offered good opportunities to scientists, which helped them to deepen their studies on the effect of cosmic rays (宇宙射线) on the growth and development of life on Earth.Space-based mutation breeding (太空诱变育种) refers to the process of placing seeds in the environment such as microgravity (微重力), vacuums (真空) and cosmic radiation (宇宙辐射) during a spaceflight and then sending them back to Earth for further study and planting. Scientists study and examine several generations of plants grown from seeds which went into the space and study their changes-some are desirable while others are bad and negative. Those with good changes will be kept for further research, andwill be introduced to farmers after getting permission.Space breeding (育种) can make the seeds change faster than the experiments on the earth and can bring about some wonderful results. Compared with the traditional methods, space-developed methods can make the seeds grow much better, such as having shorter growth periods and having more power to fight against diseases and insect.China did its first space breeding experiment in 1987, using a satellite to carry seeds into space. Since then, hundreds of kinds of seeds and seedlings have traveled with dozens of Chinese spaceships. Space breeding has helped to produce more than 200 new types of mutated plants in China that have been allowed to be planted across the country from grains to vegetables and fruits.The Chang’e 5 brought back 1, 731 grams of moon’s rock and soil to Earth, showing a historic achievement 44 years after the last moon’s rock and soil were taken back.6.Why were the seeds placed inside Chang’e 5?A.To pick out the best seeds.B.To understand the environment of the space.C.To study the cosmic rays.D.To put them in a special environment.7.The underlined word “desirable” in paragraph 3 is probably closest to in meaning ________. A.worse B.good C.useless D.correct8.What can we learn from the last paragraph?A.Chang’e 5 flew around the moon for about 23 days.B.China was the first to do a space breeding experiment.C.It is some time since seeds were last taken into space.D.Space breeding is good for farming.9.From the passage, we can infer that ________.A.space breeding is the best way to develop the seedsB.China is the first country to do space breeding experimentC.China will spend more time and energy on space breedingD.Chang’e 5 spacecraft will fly to the moon again10.What is the best title of the passage?A.Chang’e 5 Returns with a Big PackageB.Space-bred Seeds Offer Great ChancesC.Plant Mutations Result in a Better LifeD.Seeds from Space Show a New History03(2022·河南省实验中学三模)Facial-recognition cameras are everywhere-even in your smart phone. Many people use this technology to unlock their phones, open doors, or make quick payments. But there is a problem during the epidemic (疫情): everyone wears masks. What a headache!Scientists are trying to solve this problem. For example, Engineering and Technology (E&T) magazine reports that Hanwang, a tech company in Beijing, has made a new system. It can recognize (辨认) 95% of people when they wear masks.What’s the secret? It’s all about your eyes. Marios Savvides from Camegie Mellon University studies facial-recognition. As we get older, he says, our faces change shape. But the area around our eyes doesn’t. It stays the same—even if we put on weight. As long as there are enough data from the area of our eyes, the cameras can recognize us.Tech5 is another facial-recognition company. The Swiss company’s products scan (扫描) the shape of your face. They also scan your iris, which is the colored part of your eyes. Tech5 hopes to ignore (忽略) all of the face below the nose.This kind of software is more important than just unlocking your phone. “It can discover criminals, even when they wear masks,” said Huang Lei from Hanwang. Hanwang’s technology is used by Chinese police in places like subway stations and airports. Similar technology is used by the United States Air Force.Huang pointed out one big weakness: it fails when people wear both a mask and sunglasses. “In this situation, all of the key facial information is lost,” Lei said to E&T.根据材料内容,选择最佳答案。

2024年中考英语热点阅读练习专题5 外国文学作品(含解析)

2024年中考英语热点阅读练习专题5 外国文学作品(含解析)

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-外国文学作品01(2023·江苏淮安·校考一模)Huck is my name, Huckleberry Finn. The story started when my best friend, Tom Sawyer and I found $12,000 in a cave. That money made us rich. We got $6,000 each. Judge Thatcher, an important man in St. Petersburg, put it in the bank, and now we get a dollar a day interest (利息).Then a kind old lady called Douglas invited me to live with her because I haven’t got a family or a home. My mother died a long time ago, then my dad, Pap, disappeared. He was a violent (暴力的) man especially when he drank a lot, which was most of the time, and he often beat me. I was scared of him. I didn’t go to school like the other boys of my age. I lived on the streets and in the woods.My life changed after I lived with Douglas. She gave me a bed to sleep in and bought new clothes for me. She read stories to me and taught me how to eat at a table. But then her sister Miss Watson arrived. She brought her black slave (奴隶) Jim with her. I liked Jim but I didn’t like Miss Watson very much. She often shouted at me.Douglas sent me to school every day. I didn’t like going there at first because learning was very difficult. But when I could read and write a bit, I didn’t mind going.The months passed and winter came. The weather got cold. One morning I woke up and there was snow on the ground. On my way to school I saw some footprints outside Douglas’s house. There was a cross on the heel (脚后跟)of the left one. My heart jumped. Only one person wore boots with a cross on the left heel! Pap!“He’s heard about my ________” I thought. “And he wants it!”That night I went to see Jim. Jim had a magic ball made of animal hair. There was a spirit inside the ball that could answer people’s questions about the future.—Adapted from Adventures of Huckleberry Finn1.How did Huck get the money which was put in the bank?A.Huck’s father gave it to him.B.Huck’s mother left it to him before she died.C.Douglas gave it to him.D.He and Tom Sawyer found it in a cave.2.How did Huck feel about the life with Douglas?A.He hated his new life.B.He didn’t mind his new life.C.He felt satisfied with his new life.D.He wanted to get away from his new life.3.Which word can be put in the “__________”?A.life B.spirit C.secret D.money4.Which is the right order of what happened in the story?①Douglas sent Huck to school.②Huck’s mother died.③Douglas invited Huck to live with her.④Douglas read stories to Huck.A.③②④①B.②③④①C.③④②①D.②④③①02(2023·江苏镇江·统考中考真题)Katie was waiting for Gulliver’s calls. Instead, she just heard sparrows making noise in the bushes. “Maybe Gulliver missed the harbour.” Dad said. After breakfast, Katie took her camera to the harbour. All the colourful boats made pretty pictures, but not the one she wanted most.Katie waved to Ernest, her uncle’s neighbour, on the boathouse. The gull’s name, Gulliver, was given by him.The gull’s size and his single leg made the bird itself different. But Ernest told Katie what Gulliver did that first summer Katie and her dad came caught everyone’s attention. Young Katie lay in her stroller (婴儿车) on the floating dock (码头) when Uncle Ralph and Dad were repairing boats nearby. The waves from the passing boat made Katie’s stroller shake strongly. “Kee-aah! Kee-aah!” Gulliver made the loudest cry. Dad and uncle rushed to Katie and stopped the stroller from falling into the water. They kept a close eye at Katie after that. Another summer Katie was three years old, she liked to touch everything. But Dad didn’t watch her every minute when she tried to catch small ducks around or fish from water. “Kee-aah! Kee-aah!” The gull’s cry brought Dad back in time. He stopped Katie as she tried to follow the small ducks running towards water. Several summers passed, and Gulliver continued to call out as Katie tried new things.This summer Katie did the usual by-the-sea things she’d learned to do. One day, she rowed a boat out but was trapped on a rock by a storm. As she looked up and tried to catch the last warmth of the sunshine through dark clouds, she saw a single white feather. A gull feather? She searched the sky for an answer. Putting her arms around knees, she closed eyes to hold in the tears (眼泪). “Kee-aah! Kee-aah!” Katie sat up. “Katie! Katie!” Soon, Dad and Uncle Ralph appeared. “How lucky! We heard Gulliver as we came around the rocks,” Uncle Ralph said, “At least… it sounded like him. Strange, he was nowhere in sight.” Katie remembered the feather. “I thought I heard him, too.”—Adapted from the story by Gillian Richardson5.Katie took a camera to the harbour in order to take a picture of ________.A.Gulliver B.Ernest C.sparrows D.boats6.What’s the right order of the following events about Katie?①She was trapped on a rock by a storm.②She lay in her stroller on the floating dock.③She followed the small ducks running towards water.A.①②③B.①③②C.②③①D.②①③7.Which of the following can show the change of Katie’s feelings in Paragraph 3?A.sad—peaceful—excited B.sad—excited—nervousC.helpless—hopeful—thankful D.helpless—thankful—nervous8.What’s the best title for the story?A.Katie and Gulliver B.Katie’s HolidaysC.Katie and Dad D.Katie’s Tears03(2023·江苏宿迁·校联考一模)Marie didn’t like Eva’s friendship with Tom, so she told her husband that she didn’t want any smell of horses in the house. St Clare told Tom to stop working with the horses. Eva told her father she liked going for walks with Tom. So Tom had orders to leave what he was doing when Eva needed him. Eva and Tom spent a lot of time together.Tom noticed that St Clare didn’t look after his money and his house very well, and that he spent too much money on the wrong things. He started making some suggestions, and soon St Clare understood that Tom’s business advice was very good. After some time Tom started to look after the house expenses(费用).Tom also noticed that his master didn’t take anything seriously and didn’t live well, and this worried him. One night St Clare went to a party where he drank too much. He came home very late, and Tom and another slave(奴隶)had to help him to get into bed. Tom went into his room and prayed(祈祷)for his master.The morning after, St Clare gave Tom some money to do some business for him. Tom took the money but he didn’t move.“Well, Tom, what are you waiting for?” said St Clare. “Is everything alright?”“I’m afraid not, Master,” said Tom.“What’s the problem? You look very serious.”“I feel very bad, Master. I thought that Master was always going to be good to everybody.”“Well, Tom, am I not? Do you need anything?”“No, Master is always good to me. But there is someone that Master isn’t good to.”“What do you mean?”“I thought about it last night. Master isn’t good to himself.”St Clare felt his face become red, then he laughed. “Oh, Tom!” said St Clare, with tears in his eyes. “Well, you’re right. Never again, Tom, I promise.”—Adapted from Uncle Tom’s Cabin9.Tom was asked to, leave what he was doing to ________A.work with horses B.go for walks with EvaC.spend some time with St Clare D.look after money for St Clare10.In Paragraph 3, the thing that worried Tom is ________.A.St Clare asked Tom to look after his moneyB.St Clare drank too much every dayC.St Clare didn’t look after himself well and didn’t live wellD.St Clare didn’t look after Tom well11.The underlined word “himself ” in Paragraph 12 is ________.A.Maria B.St Clare C.Eva D.Tom12.According to the passage, the correct order of the story is ________.a. Maria was unhappy with Eva’s friendship with Tom.b. St Clare felt moved and joyful when he laughed.c. St Clare gave Tom some money to do some business for him.d. Tom’s master spent too much money on the wrong things.A.adcb B.abcd C.badc D.dabc13.From the passage, we know that Tom was a ________ person.A.lazy but smart B.kind but stupid C.caring and brave D.lazy and stupid04(2023·湖南长沙·统考二模)The Adventures of Huckleberry Fine by Mark Twain is one of the first Great American Novels. It was also one of the first major American novels ever written by using Local Colorism(地方色彩主义). The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn is famous for its colorful description of people and places along the Mississippi River.This book is about how a boy called Huck set the slave(奴隶)free and realized his dream of living an adventures life. In order to get out of his father’s control. Hook pretended that he was dead by Jim, who is practical and loyal to friends. Jim went together with Huck in the journey, and they became friends after experience. scenes of adventures. In their voyage, they met two frauds(骗子). One called himself king, the other duke. Because of the king, Jim got caught by his master. By an expected chance, Huck and Tom, best friend of Hack. Got together, and they decided to set Jim free. At last, they made it.Although the book has been popular with young readers since it came out, the book immediately became controversial(有争论的)and has remained so today because the Southern society that it satirized(讽刺)had already been history.14.Where did the story happen in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn? ________A.Along the Mississippi River.B.In the southern states.C.In Canada.15.What is the plot(情节)of the story? ________①Huck met a run-away slave. Jim.②Huck met two frauds.③Huck pretended to be dead.④Jim was caught by his master and then set free.A.①②③④B.③①②④C.③②①④16.What does the underlined word “pretended” mean in Paragraph 2 ________.A.否定B.承认C.假装17.We can read the following in the passage EXCEPT ________.A.history of Local ColorismB.Huck’s life experienceC.popularity of the book18.What can we learn from the passage? ________A.It’s Buck’s dream to live a peaceful life.B.The book has gained a lot of attention.C.Huck succeeded in setting Jim free on his own.05(2023·吉林长春·统考一模)They left the busy streets and went to a part of the town Scrooge never visited. It was a terrible place. The streets were dirty, and the smell was very bad. The houses and shops were of the poorest kind. The people were all thin, dirty, and they looked very ill. Everything was ugly.They came to where an old man sat. He was selling dirty pieces of cloth, smelly old bones, and all kinds of old and useless things. As they watched, two old women and an old man, equally dirty, smelly, and ugly came into the shop. They carried large bags.“Come and sit by the fire,” the shopkeeper said. “Tell me what you have to sell me.”“Nothing a dead man will miss,” the first woman said with a nasty(让人讨厌的)laugh.“If he wanted to keep them after he was dead, why wasn’t he a good man when he was alive? If he had been, he would have had someone to look after him. He would not have died alone.”“That’s very true,” said the second woman, putting a few clothes on the floor. “He got the death he deserved.” She pointed at the clothes. “What will you give me for those, Joe?” She asked the shopkeeper, adding, “I did nowrong taking them from the dead man’s house.”The shopkeeper looked at everything the woman wanted to sell him and put a price on it. Then he added everything up. The final amount was very small.“That’s not much,” the woman said.“Take it or leave it,” the shopkeeper said. “I won’t pay a penny(便士)more.”—Taken from A Christmas Carol根据短文内容,选择最佳答案。

直播带货-中考英语最新热点时文阅读(含答案)

直播带货-中考英语最新热点时文阅读(含答案)

中考英语最新热点时文阅读-直播带货01Dmitry Doronin, a doctoral student from Russia, is keen(热衷的)to share his experience in rural villages in Zhejiang with his 1.4 million followers online.Since Dmitry started to live in the countryside last August, the 32-year-old has created hundreds of video clips that record the relaxing lifestyle in Hengzhang village, Lishui city. “The rice is grown in the fields together with fish, which helps to increase local agricultural(农业的)products,” said Dmitry, while introducing products from Hengzhang village on the popular Chinese short-video platform Douyin. Besides filming videos, Dmitry also enjoys working with farmers in the fields, doing activities such as planting vegetables and feeding chickens.Living in a village provides him with unique experiences, he says, quite different from busy life in big cities, such as Shanghai, where he studies. And he has been a pleasant surprise to the villagers as well. Villager Bao Mingyue, 76, says, “To our surprise, the young Russian not only knows how to cook Chinese food but is interested in working in the fields.”Because of the outbreak of COVID-19, the sales of local agricultural products had dropped rapidly, so Dmitry volunteered to help sell the products in his videos. In a few months, 10, 000 kilograms of oranges, 4,000 kilograms of dried sweet potatoes and 300 kilograms of honey had been sold.“Thanks to his videos, it seems that more tourists have come to visit our village,” says 72-year-old Pan Xianyu, who is very pleased to see the great changes in her hometown. Dmitry loves his country life. “In the countryside, you can immerse(沉浸)yourself in the traditional way of life and understand this country better,” he says.According to Dmitry, some Russians’ opinions about China are still out of date, although China has progressed greatly. “I would like to become a people-to-people envoy(使者)of friendship between the two countries by using the Internet,” he says.1.It can be learnt from the passage that Dmitry ________.A.has lived in the countryside for years B.is good at catching fishesC.gets much attention on the Internet D.sells farmers’ products in Russia2.The underlined word “unique” probably means “________”.A.common B.special C.similar D.hard3.The purpose of Paragraph 4 and Paragraph 5 is to ________.A.show Dmitry’s influence on Hengzhang villageB.advise people to buy the products of Hengzhang villageC.make more tourists interested in Hengzhang villageD.explain why the sale of sweet potatoes dropped4.Dmitry hopes to help Russians to ________.A.improve their lives more quickly B.have a better understanding of China C.study Chinese traditional way of life D.make rapid progress in farming02Nowadays the live-streaming(直播)industry has become an important platform(平台)for selling products in China. More and more business owners are turning to live-streaming platforms such as Douyin and Kuaishou, as well as Taobao, to show and sell their products in real time.One of the most famous live-streamers is 28-year-old Li Jiaqi, whose selling skills were excellent, so people called him “Lipstick (口红) Brother No. 1”. He, once a common person in Yueyang, Hunan, now has more than 40 million fans on Douyin. And it is reported that he has a net worth (净资产) of $5 million up to now. On March 26th, 2020, Li Jiaqi also gave away 1,000,000 yuan to China Social Assistance Foundation (中华社会救助基金会) to help fight COVID-19.What makes him so successful? First of all, he has very sharp eyes in choosing products which are really good-looking and easy to use. Another point is that he is very strict with the standard of products. In one of his live-streaming sales he sold 15,000 lipsticks within five minutes. In September 2018, he challenged the world record of “people who put lipsticks on the largest number of people in 30 seconds” and became the world-record holder. On Double Eleventh Day, 2018, he even beat Ma Yun in lipstick sales. Unlike many beauty live-streamers, he always shows the lipsticks he is selling on his lips, rather than his arms.“It seems quite easy to have live-streaming sales, but actually it doesn’t. There are 389 live-streaming sales 365 days a year and each live-streaming sale lasts more than 6 hours,” said Li Jiaqi. “The overnight success is created by nothing but many years of hard work.”5.What do more and more business owners do to sell their products?A.They cut down the prices of the productsB.They turn to live-streaming platforms.C.They show their products in big shopping malls.D.They ask more people to try the products for free.6.Why was Li Jiaqi called “Lipstick Brother No. 1”?A.Because he has a net worth of $5 million.B.Because he has many amazing selling skills.C.Because he used to be a shop assistant in Yueyang.D.Because he has more than 40 million fans on Douyin.7.When did Li Jiaqi challenge the world record and become the world-record holder?A.In September 2018.B.On Double Eleventh Day, 2020.C.On March 26th, 2020.D.On Double Eleventh Day, 2018.8.Which is the best title of this article?A.A famous shop assistant B.Popular live-streamingC.A well-known live-streamer D.Crazy fans of live-streaming03The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security announced in May, 2020 that it added 10 new jobs to the occupation list. One of them was “Internet marketers” who promote goods sales through live-streaming. The products they sell range from daily goods such as lipsticks and cooking pans to cars and houses.Last month, in March, top live-streaming salesgirl Wei Ya sold Xinjiang cotton products and made over 20 million yuan in just one hour. She did it for free just to show her love for our country. Another time, in April last year, she sold a rocket technology company’s rocket launching serviceto a satellite service company within minutes, at a price of 6 million dollars.Another blogger, Li Jiaqi, in one of his live-streaming sales, sold 15,000 lipsticks within five minutes. Unlike many beauty bloggers, he always demonstrates the lipsticks he’s selling on his lips, rather than his arms. His special sales technique has won him the nickname “Lipstick Brother No.1”.________ Andrea Fenn says that the market is getting crowded. “Early adopters were able to get results with live-streaming activities because it was quite new and fresh. Now there are thousands of live-streaming and consumers are starting to wonder why we have gone back to a communication activity that looks much like a 1990s telemarketing show. I am seeing more and more companies failing to increase sales through live-streaming because of consumer “fatigue.” he said.9.Li Jiaqi is called “Lipsticks Brother No.1” because________.A.selling lipsticks is a top-down effortB.Andrea Fenn gives him the nicknameC.he is the first man to sell lipsticks for ladiesD.he has special sales technique to sell lipsticks10.What does the underlined word “fatigue” in the last paragraph mean in Chinese?A.疲劳B.激情C.需求D.怀疑11.Which of the following sentences can be put in the blank in the last paragraph? A.Surely, everyone will succeed.B.However, not everyone will succeed.C.Luckily, everyone likes live-streaming activities.D.Surprisingly, live-streaming is like telemarketing show.04“Shoes from Italy will make your legs look thinner and longer …”In a small room, Zhang Man is describing the products to buyers who are watching herlivestream (直播). She sells more than 100,000 pairs of shoes in just ten minutes.Zhang Man is one of the people who sell products through livestrearming. It has become a new way of buying and selling products in China these years.Mi Sitian is a new mom from Lanzhou, Gansu Province. She is a fan of livestream shopping. For her, it is a time-saving and easy way of shopping.“I can hardly find the time to go to stores after having a baby.” she said. “I only have some free time at nigh to watch livestreaming on the Internet.”Also, livestream shopping makes it possible for her to communicate with the sellers face to face. “It’s just like shopping in the real stores,” she said. For sellers, livestreaming helps them sell more products. _________ It encourages those poor people to sell their products by livestreaming. Han Mei, for example, a fruit farmer from Linyi, Shandong Province began to sell his products online and had 90,000 fans. She got 1.1 million yuan by selling fruit through livestreaning in a few months.Seeing what the Chinese market is doing with livestreaming, many other countries are ready to adopt it. Livestreaming is sure to be popular outside of China.12.At the beginning of the passage, ZhangMan is busy _________.A.talking with friends B.shopping onlineC.selling shoes D.taking a photo13.Mi Sitian hardly goes to stores because she _________.A.doesn’t like going shopping B.doesn’t have enough moneyC.needs to take care of her baby D.hates talking with people face-to-face 14.The best sentence for the missing part may be _________.A.Many people begin to sell their products online.B.Even the Chinese government sees it as a way to help farmers out of poverty (贫困).C.It helps people to have many fans.D.Livestreaming is becoming more and more popular.15.This passage may come from _________.A.a story book B.an advertisementC.an economy (经济) magazine D.a book report05China’s shopping festival, known as “Double 11” as it falls on Nov.11th, hit a historic high in 2021.The total sales of Tmall(天猫), and JingDong reached 349.1 billion yuan, keeping increasing year by year. Behind these huge figures are the livestreaming(视频直播)users or followers.According to Questmobile, which is a professional big data(数据)intelligence services provider in China, KuaiShou and other livestreaming platforms(平台)rose to 574 million.Influenced by the COVID-19, many businesses had to stop their sales in off-line stores. To meet their business goals during these hard times, many chose to livestream to improve their business.One of the leading makers of small things in kitchen is a good example. The company not only added a number of short videos each day to introduce their products, but also shared the menus that were good for health. “The results of our livestreaming shows have been well beyond expectations.” Kang Li, a manager When people have to stay at home, away from their friends and loved ones, they turn to livestreaming to reach out to the world. For them, which will give them the sense of being “in the moment”. Even as users, they can also communicate immediately with live streamers by commenting(评论)Like it or not, livestreaming is possibly becoming a more and more important part in China for both business and daily life.16.What is the purpose of Paragraph 2?A.To introduce some popular livestreaming platforms in China.B.To report data on the development of livestreaming in 2019.C.To show that Chinese people spend too much time on livestreaming apps.D.To show that livestreaming is becoming increasingly popular in China.17.What do Paragraph 3 and Paragraph 4 mainly talk about?A.Livestreaming can take the place of off-line stores.B.Many businesses turned to livestreaming platform to improve their sales.C.Livestreaming platforms faced challenges during the COVID-19. D.Livestreaming platforms made changes to their services.18.Which of the following can be put in the .A.Livestreaming not only makes people live better, but also is good for business. B.Livestreaming is not only a new but also an important tool for many businesses. C.Livestreaming is not only a new tool for many businesses, but also for family. D.Livestreaming changes our business, but it can’t change our life.19.How does the author feel about the future of livestreaming?A.Hopeful.B.Uncertain.C.Worried.D.Doubtful.参考答案:1.C2.B3.A4.B【分析】本文主要讲述了俄罗斯的博士生德米特里·多罗宁热衷于在网上与140万追随者分享他在浙江农村的经历,通过发布视频帮助农民销售农产品,并且希望通过自己的努力使得俄罗斯人更好地了解中国。

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—音乐与舞蹈

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—音乐与舞蹈

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-音乐与舞蹈01(2024·四川成都·一模)Is there a connection between music and language? According to recent studies, the answer is yes. Here, let’s look at the following two.Music and HearingA recent study by researcher Nina Kraus shows that playing a musical instrument can make a person’s hearing ability become better. In the study, two groups of people listened to a person talking in a noisy room. The people in the first group were musicians, while those in the second group weren’t. The musicians were able to hear the talking person more clearly.Think about violinists in a show. When they play with the group, they hear their own instrument and many others, too. But the violinists must listen closely to what they are playing, and leave out the other sounds. In this way, musicians are able to focus on certain sounds, even in a room with lots of noise.Music and SpeakingGottfried Schlaug, a doctor at Harvard Medical School, works with stroke (中风) patients. Because of their illness, these people cannot say their names, addresses, or other information normally. However, they can still sing. Dr. Schlaug was surprised to find that singing words helped his patients to finally speak. Why does this work? Schlaug isn’t sure. Music seems to help patients to use the brain again.From the results, we can know that music is a good influence on concentration, the ability to focus on one thing. It works on listening and speaking skills as well. Playing an instrument or singing can help us do better in school as well. So music is not only enjoyable, it’s also good for us in many other ways.1.Which two groups of people took part in Nina Kraus’ study?A.Noisy people and quiet people.B.Musicians and non-musicians.C.Violinists and other musicians.2.Why are the violinists mentioned (提及) in paragraph 3?A.To describe what they did in a show.B.To show how important they are in the study.C.To better explain why musicians hear more clearly.3.How does Gottfried Schlaug help stroke patients speak?A.By playing music for them.B.By asking them to sing words.C.By getting them to play an instrument.4.What’s the passage mainly about?A.Music makes people listen carefully and hear well.B.Music can be well used in medical research.C.Music helps with people’s language abilities.5.In which magazine might we read this passage?A.B.C.02(2024·陕西西安·一模)The Zeng Houyi Chime Bells (编钟) were uncovered from the Zeng Houyi Tomb in Suizhou, Hubei Province in 1978. They are historically important treasure of China.The Zeng Houyi Chime Bells are hung at three levels and are set in eight groups. There are 19 bells in three groups at the top level, 33 bells in three groups at the middle level and 12 bells in two groups at the bottom level. Besides, there is a much larger bell used to adjust pitch (调节音高). The bells in each row are different from one another in shape and size.The Zeng Houyi Chime Bells are hung on two sets of wood racks (架子), One rack is 7.48meters long and 2.65 meters wide. The other rack is 3.35 meters long and 2.73 meters wide. The two racks are perpendicular to each other, which forms an angle of ninety degrees.The Zeng Houyi Chime Bells weigh a total of 5 tons. The biggest bell is of 153.4 cm in height and 203.6 kg in weight while the smallest bell is of 20.4 cm in height and 2.4 kg in weight.Five musicians were needed to play the instrument in the past. These bells have no clappers (铃舌) and are sounded by striking. Because of their shape, each bell could produce two different tones (音色)—one if struck at theside, the other at the center. The whole set of chime bells is able to produce all the tones of a modern piano. 6.How many bells does the whole set of chime bells have in all?A.45.B.52.C.64.D.65.7.Which picture shows that two lines are “perpendicular” to each other?A.B.C.D.8.What does the fifth paragraph mainly tell us?A.How these bells were played in the past.B.How many musicians were needed to play the bells in the past.C.Why the chime bells have no clappers.D.How many tones each bell could produce.9.The following paragraph can best go after ________.In brief, there are more than 2, 800 Chinese characters relating to music and the making of the instrument on the bells. Instruments of such a scale and such fine craftsmanship (工艺) were quite rare (稀有的) in the world at the time.A.Paragraph 1B.Paragraph 3C.Paragraph 4D.Paragraph 503(22-23九年级下·湖南长沙·期中)What do you usually use memes (表情包) for? Two young women have turned fun memes into dance moves. They’ve gained about 800,000 fans with their funny performances.Asuan, 26, and Lidawang, 29, are two graduate students of Beijing Dance Academy. They wanted to create something different from the beautiful stage performances that they learned in school.“We gradually found our own styles—funny memes, cartoons, or games, we take these periods of young people’s pop culture and recreate them,” said Lidawang.However, being funny doesn’t mean they don’t put their heart into the dance moves. Memes are popular becauseof their expressiveness (表情丰富), and recreating that expressiveness with dance can be very challenging. It usually takes them one to six months to create a two-minute dance video. To improve their moves they would record their rehearsals (排练) and then look at their moves over and over again.Asuan even made a teaching video for one of their most popular dances—“the Yellow Alien”, based on the meme from the Spanish song Dame Tu Cosita. She worked out how to act like aliens—the relaxed shoulder, the deep squat (深蹲) move and the surprised but childish eyes. As many fans send them “homework” videos, their meme dances are becoming new memes themselves too.“The nature of dance is to express and communicate. What we communicate and pass on to others is happiness and entertainment (娱乐),” said Lidawang.“We’re happy to call ourselves ‘comedians in the world of dance’,” added Asuan.10.What do we know about Asuan and Lidawang’s dance style?A.It is popular among the students at Beijing Dance Academy.B.It is based on what they learned at school.C.It comes from the pop culture of young people.11.Why are their dances challenging?A.Because it is hard to find enough popular memes.B.Because it is difficult to recreate the expressiveness with dance.C.Because each move needs one to six months to check and discuss.12.“The Yellow Alien” in the passage is ________.A.a Spanish song B.a popular dance C.a teaching video13.Which of the following statement is TRUE according to the passage?A.The two girls express the nature of dance in a special way.B.The two girls become very popular without making much effort.C.The two girls just take the memes from Chinese culture.14.What is the passage mainly about?A.Memes based on funny dances.B.Popular dances among young people.C.Two dancers and their special dances.04(23-24九年级上·山东聊城·期末)68-year-old Xu Lili stands out in a group of young people. She goes square dancing every night with her friends in the center of Harbin, Heilongjiang. Their dancing has strong music and great movements, making it more like disco than the slow traditional Chinese square dancing. Xu is the organizer and the only old one in the group. Most dancers are in their 20s. “Grandma Xu may be old, but we all learn from her,” says Zhang Dongkai, 23. “She is our leader.”Most of her friends are young people. She has danced with them for more than 10 years. She doesn’t like slow dance. Dancing is the happiest part of her day. It not only keeps her healthy, but also makes her happy. Her dancing makes her famous on the Internet, with many people speaking highly of her dancing.Not looking after grandchildren, now more elderly Chinese are enjoying their own lives. Wang Y un, 72, goes to a dance class for the old people every week at Harbin University. It is one of the earliest universities for the elderly in China. Hundreds of old people have taken lessons there in the past thirty years. The age of Wang’s dance class is over 60. Many students were not in good shape when they first came, but dancing changed their attitude (态度) to life. They want a better life.15.Who does Xu Lili go dancing with?A.Her friends.B.Her students.C.Her daughters.D.Her classmates.16.What is NOT true according to the article?A.Xu Lili’s dancing has great movements.B.Xu Lili is the only old person in their group.C.Xu Lili’s dancing doesn’t have strong music.D.Traditional Chinese square dancing is usually slow.17.What do you know about Xu Lili according to the text?A.She is happy.B.She is healthy.C.She likes dancing best.D.All of the above (上面).18.How often does Wang Y un go to the dance class?A.Every day.B.Every week.C.Twice a day.D.Never.19.The writer wrote the article to tell us ________.A.young people like elderly ChineseB.elderly Chinese don’t like square dancingC.elderly Chinese are enjoying their own livesD.elderly Chinese should look after grandchildren05(23-24九年级上·四川广元·期末)Peng Jingxuan, a 26-year-old Chinese girl, is now studying in a music university in Paris. While learning abroad, she is also working at spreading traditional Chinese culture to the world. Peng, born in 1995, began to learn the guzheng when she was seven years old. After arriving in France in late 2017, she saw many people do street performances, but few of them knew about Chinese music. So she decided to play the guzheng on the streets.Peng made her first performance in from of a theater in October, 2018. “I was very nervous at that time, but a lot of people said they enjoyed my performance,” Peng said. Then she started to perform during weekends and holidays. After being asked plenty of times by local people about the guzheng, Peng now carries a book that explains the instrument to foreigners. Later, she posted her first video of playing the guzheng online and it spread quickly. From then on, Peng has posted many videos of her street performances. The videos have got many likes and made her a very popular guzheng artist. She has millions of fans on the Internet now.More and more people show great interest in the guzheng after watching Peng’s performances. Every time they ask me which country the guzheng comes from, I am very happy to tell them it’s from China.20.Peng started to learn the guzheng ________.A.in 1995B.in 2002C.in 2017D.in 201821.Why did Peng decide to play the guzheng on the streets in Paris?A.Because she needed to make money for her education.B.Because she wanted to become famous.C.Because she found few people there knew about Chinese music.D.Because she wanted to make videos to post online.22.What’s the come order of the following events?①put her first video online②got many fans③went to Paris④made her first performanceA.③④①②B.①②③④C.③①④②D.①④②③23.What is the book that Peng carries about?A.Dresses.B.Performances.C.The guzheng.D.French instruments.24.What is the passage mainly about?A.Advising people to visit Peng.B.Telling the story of a popular guzheng artist.C.Asking people to learn the guzheng.D.Encouraging readers to do street performances.06(23-24九年级上·河北保定·期末)Anda Union is a nine-member band from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. The band’s name “Anda” comes from the Mongolian word for “brotherhood”.In August, 2023, the band performed for the first time in the music show The Big Band 3. Their performance soon won the hearts of the audience. The first song they performed was called Jangar, which brought to life the epic (史诗) of Jangar, a famous Mongolian hero. Dressed in traditional Mongolian costumes, the nine musicians played instruments such as the horse-head fiddle (马头琴) and a box-shaped double bass. And they sang in Mongolian,giving the audience a special musical experience.“I had only dreamed about the grasslands of Inner Mongolia before, but by watching their performance, I felt asif I were in the broad grasslands, enjoying their beauty,” said an audience member. “I especially love their horse-head fiddle,” said another. “It sounds like horses running across the grassland.”Nars, the band’s lead musician, says since they started the band, their goal has been to draw inspiration from old, forgotten songs while creating a new form of music. They consider Mongolian music a great treasure and want more people to hear it.Most of the members are good at khoomei (呼麦), a style of Mongolian throat singing. In 2006, Anda Union was given the chance to perform nationwide. In addition, they took their unique sound worldwide, touring the US, the UK, Australia and New Zealand.They have slowed down and returned home, giving themselves time to meet elderly musicians and listen to more old songs in recent years. “There is a wealth of folk music for us to learn. So far, all we have done with our songs is like a drop in the ocean,” says Nars.25.Who is Jangar?A.A great hero.B.An audience member.C.A famous musician.D.The lead singer of the band.26.How did the audience feel about their performance?A.It was moving.B.It was fantastic.C.It was too loud.D.It was difficult to understand.27.Which of the following is TRUE about khoomei?A.It’s a special way of singing.B.The band members are all good at it.C.It is a music form created by the band.D.It’s a traditional way of expressing one’s feelings.28.What have Anda Union done in recent years?A.They have planned to start a new band.B.They have continued touring around the world.C.They have stopped and looked for more inspiration.D.They have started learning some Western music.29.What does the underlined sentence in the last paragraph mean?A.There are a lot of other bands like them.B.They have deep knowledge of folk music.C.They plan to take inspiration from the ocean.D.There is much more they need to do in the future.07(23-24九年级上·江西抚州·期末)请先阅读下面短文,掌握其大意,然后从各小题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入相应空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—科普新知

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读—科普新知

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-科普新知01(2023上·浙江·九年级期中)Whether yellow, red or white, the onion is a vegetable that you may not know well. The list of uses in cooking for it is endless. People have used onions to add flavor (味道) to their foods for thousands of years. Besides onions’ great taste, they are very good for you. They have special chemicals (化学物质) that improve your ability to fight off sickness and you have fewer chances of getting a disease.No matter how good onions are for you, it is difficult to cut an onion without your eyes filling with tears! When you cut into an onion, irritating chemicals inside the onion will get into the air. They touch your whole eves and cause pain. Your eyes make tears to wash away the chemicals and protect your eyes.Luckily, cooks and scientists have discovered some ways to keep you from crying when you cut up onions:●Cut the onion under running water. The water will wash away the chemicals before they can reach your eyes.●Use a fan to blow air over the onion as you cut it. The air will blow the chemicals away from your eyes.●Put the onion in a fridge for an hour before cutting. This helps make the chemicals in the onion move slowly, so they may not ever reach your eyes.If you try out these good ideas and still cry while cutting onions, don’t worry. Scientists think if you cut more onions, your body will become more resilient to the onion’s chemicals. So the tears will not last long. If you think about how healthy onions are, you might even call those tears “happy tears”.1.Why can onions help you fight off sickness?A.Because they have different colors.B.Because they have many uses in cooking.C.Because they have great taste.D.Because they have special chemicals.2.Why do your eyes make tears when you cut onions?A.To improve physical condition.B.To prevent common diseases.C.To wash away irritating chemicals.D.To cause terrible pain.3.What can you do to stop crying according to the text?①Cut the onion under running water.②Use a fan to blow air over the onion while cutting.③Cover the onion with a piece of cloth as you cut it.④Put the onion in a fridge for an hour before cutting.A.①②③B.①②④C.①③④D.②③④4.In which section of a magazine can you probably read the text?A.Life and Health.B.Language and Culture.C.Business World.D.National News.02(2022上·四川遂宁·九年级统考期末)It’s said that China uses 45 billion pairs of chopsticks a year. Here’ssome information about chopstick’s history.Chopsticks have a long history of more than 3,000 years in China. The recorded history of chopsticks is as early as the Shang Dynasty (1600-1046 BC). According to an article about Chinese history, the emperor of the Shang Dynasty (商朝) used chopsticks made of ivory.Legends (传说) about how chopsticks were invented▲ One is about Jiang Ziya. He was told by a bird to use bamboo sticks to pick up meat. When smoke came from bamboo sticks, he found out that his wife wanted to use poisonous (有毒的) food to kill him.▲ Another is about Da Ji. She used to please Emperor Zhou by picking up hot meat with hair sticks.▲ The third one is about Da Yu. He invented wooden chopsticks to pick up hot food to save time over the meal while preparing for flood control work (控制洪水).Materials of chopsticks●Bamboo has been the most popular material used for chopsticks because it is not expensive, easy-to-get, resistant (有抵抗力的) to heat, and has no terrible odor or taste.●Wood: Cedar, sandal wood, teak and pine have also been used.●Jade (玉、翡翠) and metal: In the past, the wealthy people had chopsticks made of jade. People also used some metals such as gold and silver to make chopsticks.● Porcelain (瓷器) and plastic: These two materials are used in modern times because of the development of technology.5.How many legends are mentioned (被提到) in the passage?A.Three.B.Four.C.Five.D.Six.6.Who wanted to kill Jiang Ziya according to the passage ?A.Da Ji.B.Da Yu.C.The emperor.D.His wife.7.What does the underlined word “odor” probably mean in Chinese ?A.硬度B.触觉C.气味D.视觉8.Which of the following is NOT the reason why bamboo is used to make chopsticks?A.Bamboo is resistant to heat.B.Bamboo grows fast everywhere.C.Bamboo is not expensive to get.D.Bamboo doesn’t taste terrible.9.What’s the purpose of the passage?A.To tell us some legends of using chopsticks.B.To explain why chopsticks are popular.C.To tell us how to use chopsticks to eat meals.D.To tell us some information about chopsticks.03(2022上·安徽六安·九年级统考期末)We all know the strange feeling of watching the time change on a clock. You never see it change because the hands move so slowly. But of course, the time is changing all the time.Human faces, like clock faces, are also changing. And like clocks, the changes take place too slowly to be noticed. Over many thousands of years, though, huge changes are possible. For example, the human brain tripled (三倍) in size and began to think more. Our faces became flatter (平坦的).If our heads became larger in the past, how will things change in the future? Unlike the changes of a clock face, the changes in human faces are very difficult to predict (预测). One of the main reasons for this is the way in which we can now control parts of nature. Hundreds of thousands of years ago, all changes were natural, but now we can actively choose ways for our own evolution (进化).Just a few hundred years ago, most humans were working in the fields, whereas nowadays more and more people receive education. These are just predictions, and no one can be sure how human beings will become in the future. But with such huge changes in our environment, it seems likely that we will look very different in the future. 10.The changes of human are hardly noticed because ________.A.human faces never change B.the human brain becomes biggerC.the changes take place too slowly D.we never think about the changes11.The third paragraph tells us ________.A.human faces can’t be controlled by usB.human faces used to be changed by natureC.it is easy to predict the changes in human changesD.human can’t change the size of the brain in the future12.From the last paragraph, we can learn that ________.A.the predictions will surely be true B.people in the past liked to be educatedC.future humans must have larger heads D.humans will not look the same as today04(2022上·浙江宁波·九年级统考期末)In the story Snow White, the jealous queen decides to get rid of Snow White once and for all with an apple dipped in deadly poison (毒药). Thanks to some helpful dwarfs and a handsome prince, Snow White recovers (恢复). But the queen didn’t need to go to all that trouble. In fact, apples, along with many common fruits we eat are already poisonous! But don’t worry—it won’t harm you. It’s only the seeds you need to avoid.Apple trees belong to a plant family called Prunus (蔷薇科树). This group also includes peaches, cherries and so on. The seeds and pits (果核) of all these fruits contain a chemical called amygdalin (苦杏仁苷). Inside an animal’s stomach, amygdalin turns into a strong poison called cyanide (氰化物). And cyanide can make people and animals very sick, or even kill them.Still, don’t worry if you accidentally swallow a few apple seeds. Each seed has only a very tiny amount of poison. You’d have to eat a large bowlful of seeds to feel any effect. And you’d need to chew them well—the hard, shiny shells of apple seeds keep the poison locked inside. Unchewed seeds usually pass right through and come out whole in your poop (粪便). But cows and other animals often chew up seeds along with the fruit, so they can get sick from eating apples and plums that fall to the ground.Why would a tree make poisoned seeds? To stop animals from nibbling on them! Amygdalin tastes terrible. It’salso found in leaves and other parts of fruit trees. If a deer or cow chews on apple leaves, it gets a nasty taste and an upset stomach. Animals soon learn to leave those trees alone. Thanks, amygdalin!13.Why does the writer mention the story of Snow White in the first paragraph?A.To amuse the readers.B.To provide an example.C.To express an opinion.D.To lead in to the topic.14.According to the passage, amygdalin is contained in ______.A.A B.B C.C D.D15.What does the underlined word “nibble” mean in paragraph four?A.pollute B.touch C.break D.eat16.According to the passage, which of the following is NOT TRUE?A.A tree makes poisoned seeds to protect itself.B.There’s tiny amount of poison in each apple seed.C.It’s not harmful for animals to chew up seeds with fruit.D.It’s just OK to swallow several seeds without chewing up.05(2023上·浙江温州·九年级校考竞赛)How do people think differently? This has always been unusual. To search an answer, a scientist named J. P. Guilford started a famous study of creativity in the 1970s, known as the nine-dot puzzle (九点谜题). He asked the participants (参与者) to connect all nine dots using only four straight lines, without lifting their pencils from the page.All the participants looked for solutions within the square they imagined. Only 20 percent managed to break out of the square and continue their lines in the white space around the dots, while the rest of them were blinded by the boundaries (边界) of the square.The results of Guilford’s study led him to a conclusion: creativity needs you to go outside the box. The idea was widely spread soon. Overnight, it seemed that creativity experts everywhere were teaching managers how to think outside the box. The idea was so popular that no one thought of checking the facts. No one, that is, before two different research teams— Clarke Burmham with Kenneth Davis, and Joseph Alba with Robert Weisberg—did another experiment.To make sure that Guilford’s study is correct, both teams divided participants into two groups. The first group was given the same instructions as the participants in Guilford’s experiment. The second group was told to draw the lines outside the imagined box. Guess what? Only a little more than 20 percent solved the puzzle, which is no big difference from the result of Guilford’s experiment.Let’s look a little more closely at the surprising result. Solving this problem requires people to think outside the box. However, direct and clear instructions to “think outside the box” do not help participants improve their performance. The widely spread idea that out-of-the-box thinking makes people more creative can, in some way, be dangerous. After all, with one simple but brilliant experiment, researchers had proved that the connection between thinking outside the box and creativity was a misunderstanding.17.The nine-dot puzzle study is mainly focused on ________.A.how people do things in real life B.what people see in the experimentC.how people think in different ways D.what knowledge people have learned18.Why did the two research teams do the following experiment?A.To discover the main idea of Guiford’s study.B.To show different views against Guiford’s study.C.To collect supporting details for Guiford’s study.D.To double-check the correctness of Guiford’s study. 19.From the passage, we can learn that _________.A.boundaries sometimes make people think less creativelyB.clear instructions influence how people solve problemsC.few people performed better with the clear instructionsD.the methods of nine-dot puzzle study need to be improved20.Which is the best title for the passage?A.Puzzle Solving: A Key To Creativity B.Nine-Dot Puzzle: A Magic TestC.Thinking Outside the Box: A Misleading Idea D.Creative Thinking: An Unusual Topic06(2023上·浙江温州·九年级校联考阶段练习)①Most people agree that honesty is a good thing. But does Mother Nature agree? Animals can’t talk, but can they lie in other ways? Can they lie with their bodies and behavior? Animal experts may not call it lying, but they do agree that many animals, from birds to chimpanzees, behave dishonestly to fool other animals. Why? Dishonesty often helps them survive.②Many kinds of birds are very successful at fooling other animals. For example, a bird called the plover sometimes pretends to be hurt in order to protect its young. When a predator gets close to its nest, the plover leads the predator away from the nest. How? It pretends to have a broken wing. The predator follows the “hurt” adult, leaving the baby birds safe in the nest.③Another kind of bird, the scrub jay, buries its food so it always has something to eat. Scrub jays are also thieves. They watch where others bury their food and steal it. But clever scrub jays seem to know when a thief is watching them. So they go back later, unbury the food, and bury it again somewhere else.④Birds called cuckoos have found a way to have babies without doing much work. How? They don’t make nests. But they get into other birds’ nests secretly. Then they lay their eggs and fly away. When the baby birds come out, their adoptive parents feed them.⑤Chimpanzees, or chimps, can also be sneaky. After a fight, the losing chimp will give its hand to the other. When the winning chimp puts out its hand, too, the chimps are friendly again. But an animal expert once saw a losingchimp take the winner’s hand and start fighting again.⑥Chimps are sneaky in other ways, too. When chimps find food that they love, such as bananas, it is natural for them to cry out. Then other chimps come running. But some clever chimps learn to cry very softly when they find food. That way, other chimps don’t hear them, and they don’t need to share their food.⑦As children, many of us learn the saying “You can’t fool Mother Nature.” But maybe you can’t trust her, either.21.A plover protects its young from a predator by ________.A.getting closer to its young B.driving away the adult predatorC.leaving its young in another nest D.pretending to have a wound22.By “Chimpanzees, or chimps, can also be sneaky” (Paragraph⑤), the author means ________.A.chimps are always honest B.chimps are sometimes dishonestC.chimps are ready to fight others D.chimps can be selfish23.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.Cuckoos fool their adoptive parents by making no nests.B.The losing chimp won the fight by taking the winner’s hand.C.Some clever scrub jays often steal their food back.D.Some chimps lower their cry to keep food away from others.24.Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?A.How does honesty help animals survive?B.Do animals lie?C.Does Mother Nature fool animals?D.How do animals learn to lie?07(2022上·山东烟台·九年级统考期末)These days, wearing a face mask (口罩) is a common thing to do, and it helps prevent diseases during COVID-19. However, that also means single-use face masks, gloves, and other PPE are the newest forms of rubbish on city streets, beaches, and in the ocean.This is bad for all, and there are many reasons. And one of the worst ones is that the littered face masks can seriously hurt animals. Ashley Fruno, a member of an animal rights group said, “Face masks aren’t going away soon.” So when we throw them away, they can be bad for the environment and the animals that live on the same planet as us.Monkeys have been found biting the straps (带子) of used masks in the hills outside Malaysia’s capital Kuala Lumpur. This may make them lose their breath or even die. In Britain, a seabird’s legs have been found tangled (缠住) in the straps of a mask for up to a week. It was a painful experience for the seabird.It’s hard to believe that face masks that once saved people’s lives are now killing wild animals. A large number of face masks are moving to the living places of animals. If you wear a single-use face mask, make sure of throwing it away properly. Never litter it on the ground, or throw it away outside, as the wind could blow it away.Please don’t let the masks become a night-mare for wildlife. Thank you for doing your part to keep all animals safe!25.Which of the following belongs to the newest forms of rubbish according to the passage?①single-use face masks ②single-use gloves③single-use plastics ④single-use cupsA.①③B.①④C.②③D.①②26.What does the underlined sentence mean?A.People will stop wearing face masks in recent years.B.Face masks can be blown to a far place in a short time.C.Face masks can be made into other things soon.D.It takes a long time for face masks to disappear.27.How does the writer show the harm of littered face masks on animals?A.By giving reasons.B.By listing numbers.C.By giving examples.D.By asking questions.28.What can we infer (推断) from the passage?A.Animals like to play with masks.B.Face masks are only bad for animals.C.Face masks can be buried under the ground.D.Whether face masks are good or not depends on how people deal with them.29.Where can we most probably read this passage?A.In a storybook.B.In a travel guide.C.In a sports newspaper.D.In an environmental magazine.08(2022上·安徽六安·九年级统考期末)Can plants talk? Modem research has found something amazing: they32.A.gives up B.gives in C.gives out D.gives away33.A.bees B.rabbits C.bears D.lions34.A.heavily B.smoothly C.usually D.surprisingly35.A.animal B.plant C.wood D.flower36.A.search B.receive C.share D.collect37.A.spread B.sell C.store D.trade38.A.start B.plan C.lead D.stop39.A.voices B.words C.ways D.languages09(2022上·山东淄博·九年级统考期末)阅读下面短文,在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括参考答案:1.D 2.C 3.B 4.A【导语】本文是一篇说明文。

03 发明与创造-2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读

03 发明与创造-2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读

2024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-发明与创造题型主要内容1 阅读理解介绍了一个12岁的美国女孩Madison Checketts为了减少塑料垃圾而发明的可食用水瓶的故事。

2 阅读理解介绍出售回收物的不便引出了最新的微信小程序。

人们可以通过小程序来预约,增加了便利性,也保护了环境。

3 阅读理解介绍了OpenAI开发的ChatGPT是最强大的人工智能之一,它具有和真人一样的完整写作能力;但它也带来了一些问题4 短文填空介绍了一种新型的阅读方式——图书漂流。

5 短文填空介绍了智能窗户清洁机器人Ozmo。

6 短文填空许多孩子还没有养成正确的洗手习惯。

Issar和他的朋友决定用一种有趣的方法来解决这个问题。

他们尝试了很多次,创造了一种叫做Soppen的工具。

它把洗手变成了一项有趣的活动。

01(2023·广东佛山·统考三模)Across the world, humans buy around 1.3 billion single-use plastic bottles a day. However, only about 9% of them are recycled and most of them end up in landfills, the ocean or elsewhere in nature.When beach-loving Madison Checketts noticed that many plastic bottles polluted the sand during her family trip to California, the 12-year-old American girl realized that this needed to be changed. So for her school science project, she decided to focus on reducing plastic litter.During her research, Madison came across a special method of packing water within an eatable material—a gel membrane(凝胶膜). At that time, the girl got her idea: She would design an eatable water bottle called the Eco-Hero.To carry out her idea, Madison developed the method by doing scientific tests with common food additives (添加剂). She also learned from previous research on eatable water bottles. Based on thepast research, she improved the method and made her bottles bigger and able to last for a longer time. She found that water, lemon juice and other chemicals could be used together to make a gel bag that wouldn’t break. And the bag could hold up to 3/4 cup of water and could be kept in the fridge for three weeks.“My biggest goal with this project is to help the world,” says the young inventor. She hopes her invention can en courage others to take better care of the planet. “It doesn’t necessarily have to be in a big way,” she adds. “People can make a difference in the world, even if it’s just in a small way.”1.How many plastic bottles are recycled?A.Around 1.3 billion. B.About 91%. C.About 9%. D.3/4. 2.What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?A.The reason why Madison did the project. B.The results of Madison’s project.C.The influence of plastic bottles. D.The hobby of Madison.3.Madison got the idea of designing an eatable water bottle during ________.A.her family trip B.her research C.her scientific tests D.her talk with teachers 4.What does the underlined word “previous” in Paragraph 4 mean?A.Great. B.Past. C.Common. D.Interesting.5.Which can be the best title for the passage?A.Plastic Bottle Pollution B.A Cool InventionC.Ways to Solve Pollution D.Eatable Water Bottle02(2023年辽宁省铁岭市部分学校中考一模英语试题)A mini-program on WeChat has changed people’s lives at West Lake, as they can now make appointments(预约) to sell recyclables—things thatcan be recycled.For a long time, the problem of recyclable rubbish troubled restaurants and hotels around the lake. Lots of recyclables have low value and high recycling costs,so collectors don’t feel like recycling them door-to-door.In order to solve the problem, the Management Committee of West Lake Scenic Area worked with a company to develop the Jingling Recycle mini-program. Now, people can make an appointment on WeChat, and the next day collectors will come to pick up recyclables. The mini-program helps people to deal with plastic bottles, foam packing cases(泡沫包装箱), cardboard (硬纸板), newspapers and other low-value recyclables. People are paid to sell them.The local people speak highly of the mini-program. “No collector s came to my restaurant in the past. Thanks to the Jingling Recycle mini-program, it has changed. I can make a little money by selling recyclables. At the same time, it protects the environment,” said the owner of a restaurant.6.The mini-program is used for making appointments to ________.A.buy takeaway B.sell recyclables C.buy clothes D.sell desserts7.Collectors don’t want to pick up recyclables door-to-door because they have ________.A.high value and low recycling costs B.low value and high recycling costsC.high value and high recycling costs D.low value and low recycling costs8.The underlined sentence in the last paragraph means the local people ________.A.are against the mini-program B.don’t like the mini-programC.think the mini-program is useless D.think the mini-program is helpful9.Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?A.Recyclable rubbish troubled hotels around the lake for long.B.The mini-program can help to protect the environment.C.People can make a lot of money by selling recyclables.D.The mini-program has changed people’s lives at West Lake.10.What does the passage mainly talk about?A.A cool mini-program. B.How to sell recyclables.C.Things that can be recycled. D.How to make appointments.03(2023·江苏扬州·校考二模)Typ e in “A cat wants to go to space” and ask the robot to write a bedtime story. Just one second later, you’ll get the story of Max, who clawed his way past many difficulties to sing among the stars.This robot writer is real. It’s called ChatGPT. From writi ng Shakespeare-style poetry to making music, ChatGPT has amazed the world since its launch out in late 2022 by the US company OpenAI. It can translate languages, talk with people and write songs, poems and even jokes. It’s one of the most powerful AT of its kind, with the complete writing abilities of a real person!People around the world have tried ChatGPT and posted their results on social media. Some used it to write history reports, some asked it to take notes of presentations, and some even asked advice on how to communicate with people at a party, reported The Atlantic.The power of ChatGPT lies in its speed and understanding of complicated(复杂的) matters. We may spend hours researching, understanding and writing an article on the theory of evolution(进化论). Another good thing about it is that if you ask dark, harmful question, such as how to make weapons(武器), it will not give you an answer.ChatGPT comes along at a time when AI is becoming increasingly able to do creative tasks. Thereis no doubt that ChatGPT is a powerful tool. However, some schools in the US, Ausiralia and France have students and teachers from using ChatGPT on the local networks and computers, CNN reported. The move comes out of worries that the tool could make it easier for students to cheat on homework. Some also worry that ChatGPT could be used to spread improper information.“It does not build critical-thinking and problem-solving skills,” said Jenna Lyle from the New York City Department of Education. “The materials they create arc difficult to tell from those made by humans. This causes many problems, such as the issue of copyright(版权). Since the system is largely trained using words from the internet, it can also pick up on the Internet’s biases(偏见). These are all the things t hat depend on humans to solve.”11.The cat story was written to ______.A.show what creative work ChatGPT can doB.introduce a cat that wants to go to spaceC.introduce a series of bedtime booksD.show how robots create scientific research12.Paragraph 3 is mainly about ______.A.the disadvantages of ChatGPTB.the most popular report of ChatGPTC.what people think about ChatGPTD.how ChatGPT has helped people so far13.Which sentence should go in the empty box in the fourth paragraph?A.But ChatGPT can write almost anything humans can write.B.But ChatGPT is faster and safer compared with human writing.C.But ChatGPT can produce a well-written one in seconds.D.But ChatGPT is a powerful tool to spread information.14.What’s the main idea of the last paragr aph?A.How people feel about writing in the future.B.What problems A1 writing can cause.C.People’s wrong ideas about AT writing.D.Human efforts in developing A1 writing.04(2023·江苏徐州·校考三模)用括号中所给单词的正确形式填空,使短文完整、通顺。

41 运动与健康-中考英语新热点时文阅读

41 运动与健康-中考英语新热点时文阅读

2023年中考英语新热点时文阅读-运动与健康01(2023·广东广州·统考一模)Doing sports is good for our body and mind. Today, exercising through online videos is becoming popular. With the Internet, people can do it anytime, anywhere.One of my friends, Lin Fei, followed short videos to do daily exercise. “With live programs, I feel like I am working out with my friends, which encourages me to hold on to the last minute,” she said. Another friend of mine, Michael, told me that working out through videos made him feel comfortable. “I have a fear of working out at the gym, because I don’t like being watched by people around me. But working out at home doesn’t make me feel embarrassed,” he said.Hearing about their experiences, I decided to give it a try. When I told my plan to my elder sister, a P.E. teacher, she said that workout videos could be helpful but might still carry some problems.“Without being with someone in person, you will be less willing to work out to your best. Working out at the gym allows you to have advice in real time and get pushed harder,” my sister said to me. “Well, if you really want to have a try, first, choose proper programs or videos. That’s very important. And then ask your friends for advice. Their experiences can give you a better understanding of what you can expect. Anyway, don’t depend too much on it. You should try some different ways too.”At her suggestions, I followed an online program for three months, which also offered advice to meet my personal needs. After the first period of training, I felt it very practical and helpful when I put in the right amount of work with a strong will. Compared with going to the gym, using online videos is a much cheaperand time-saving choice. But it can be difficult sometimes when I’m too lazy or too busy to stick with it. 1.What do the writer’s friends think of working out through online videos?A.Lin Fei likes it but Michael doesn’t.B.Both Lin Fei and Michael like it.C.Michael likes it while Lin Fei doesn’t.D.Neither Lin Fei nor Michael likes it.2.What is the writer’s sister’s idea about following workout videos?A.It may fail to push you to your best.B.It can offer you advice when you exercise.C.It provides you with different ways of exercise.D.It shows proper and helpful programs.3.What advice on working out through online videos will the writer probably give?A.The more you exercise, the more advice you will get.B.Following online videos is simply enough.C.Don’t give up especially when you feel lazy.D.Don’t go to the gym as it wastes money and time.4.What is the main idea of this passage?A.Working out through online videos is necessary and popular.B.Working out through online videos is convenient but not helpful.C.Working out through online videos requires a strong will and action.D.Working out through online videos has advantages and problems.02(2023·浙江温州·校考一模)Here’s a new warning from health experts: Sitting is deadly. Scientists are increasingly warning that sitting for long periods-even if you also exercise from time to time-could be bad for your health. And it doesn’t matter where the sitting takes place. Several studies suggest people who spend most of their days sitting are more likely to be fat, have a heart attack or even die.In an article published this week in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, Elin Ekblom-Bak suggested that scientists have to rethink how they define physical activity in order to draw more attention to the dangersof sitting. “After four hours of sitting, the body starts to send harmful signals,” said Ekblom-Bak. She explained that genes regulating the amount of glucose and fat in the body start to shut down.Even for people who exercise, spending long periods of time sitting at a desk is still harmful. Tim Armstrong, a physical activity expert at the World Health Organization, said it is better for those people to exercise more times across the day rather than in a single bout.Still, in a study published in 2012 that tracked more than 17,000 Canadians for about a dozen years, researchers found people who sat more had a higher death risk, whether or not they exercised. “We don’t have enough evidence yet to say how much sitting is bad,” said Peter Katzmarzyk of the Pennington Biomedical Research Center, who led the Canadian study. “But it seems the more you can get up from sitting, the better.”Experts said more research is needed to find out how much sitting is dangerous, and what might be possible to offset those influence. “People should keep exercising because that has a lot of benefits,” Ekblom-Bak said. “But when they’re in the office, they should try to stop sitting as often as possible,” she said. 5.The new warning from health experts is to ________.A.encourage people to do more exercise B.ask people not to sit in the same placeC.advise people not to sit for a long time D.make people pay attention to a heart disease 6.How does sitting too much influence the human body?A.It results in a lower risk of deat.B.It reduces glucose and fat in the body.C.It makes people too lazy to do exercise.D.It causes the body to send harmful signals.7.The underlined word “offset” in Paragraph 5 most probably means ________.A.cause B.reduce C.notice D.accept8.What can we infer from the passage?A.If people often sit too much, they will put on more weight.B.Sitting for hours is harmless to people who do exercise every day.C.People had better not sit for more than four hours in a single bout.D.Canadians who did more exercise a day usually had a lower death risk.03(2023春·湖北襄阳·九年级襄阳四中校考阶段练习)Being a fit and healthy person is very important for lots of people today. In fact, some people like running and exercising so much that they become obsessedwith keeping track of it.Thanks to fitness apps and gadgets (小配件), people can measure every step they take, what they eat and every calorie (热量) they burn. They might wear a special watch on their wrist, shoes on their feet or use different apps on their phone to measure their movements. Importantly, once they have done that they post it on social media. All of their friends can see where they’ve run, what workout they’ve done or what they had for lunch. Sounds familiar?Doctor Daniel Kraft from the United States makes gadgets for people like this. He told the Digital Health Summit that these people, known as “trackaholics” (追踪狂), would become the norm (常态) in the future.And I think he’s right. I can see the world of health and fitness changing around me every day.One of my friends, named Anna Palmer, is always using the latest fitness gadgets. Her favorite is an app called Argus. She uses it on her phone to measure her steps, heart rate (心率) and amount of calories she has burnt. She always posts these things, and pictures of herself exercising, on social media. “It’s nice to know exactly how much exercise you have done, rather than guess,” she said. “That way I can keep pushing myself to improve.”Also, my friends in China use WeChat (微信) to compare how many steps they’ve taken each day. They are very competitive about this!9.The underlined phrase in paragraph 1 is similar to the phrase “________”.A.become careful with B.become busy withC.become crazy about D.become tired of10.Doctor Daniel Kraft believes that ________.A.Fitness gadgets can’t help people keep fitB.fewer people will use fitness gadgets in the futureC.Fitness gadgets will become more popular in the futureD.more people will make the fitness gadgets in the future11.Which of the following statements is Not True according to the passage?A.Your friends may know where you’ve run through fitness apps.B.You may know what is wrong with your heart on your phone.C.Some people enjoy comparing with their friends on WeChat.D.You aren’t expected to push yourself to improve your health on social media.12.The best title for this passage may be “________”.A.Ways to Keep Healthy B.Fitness Gadgets Are Difficult to Use.C.Fitness Becomes the Norm (常态)D.Keeping Health Is Not Important.04(2023·广东深圳·统考一模)阅读下面短文,在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中所给词语的正确形式填空。

2023年中考英语新热点时文阅读06 北京冬奥

2023年中考英语新热点时文阅读06 北京冬奥

01(2022·山西·孝义市教育科技局教学研究室三模)The Beijing Winter Olympics have attracted attention at home and abroad. While people cheered on the athletes, they were also quickly amazed by the behind-the-scenes teamwork. If you turn the camera to the other side, you will see a group of people working hard in logistical (后勤的) support jobs to help the Winter Olympics.A.The cost that the opening ceremony needed.B.The place that the opening ceremony was held.C.The directors who created the opening ceremony.2.How many kinds of support jobs are mentioned in Scene II?A.Two.B.Three.C.Four.3.Why does the writer mention Jakara Anthony and Britt Cox?A.To show their wishes to stay in Beijing.B.To show their confidences in winning games.C.To show their praises for the work done by China.4.What does the underlined word “they” refer to?A.The winter games.B.The volunteers.C.The medals.5.What does the passage mainly tell us about the Beijing Winter Olympics?A.Teamwork creates success.B.Rose presented, smell remained.C.The gold always shines wherever it is.02(2022·湖北湖北·模拟预测)The Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics were more than a sporting event. They were also a showcase (展示) for science and technology. Let’s look at some.A.keep the ice flatB.limit human-to-human contactC.capture every exciting moment of the competitionD.keep the ice at the same temperature7.Lie Bao was used during ________.A.The ice hockey match B.The ski jumping eventC.the speed skating race D.the freestyle skiing event8.________ can show the game from the beginning to the end in one frame.A.The robot B.The fastest iceC.The high-speed camera D.The time slice9.In what column of a newspaper can you read the passage?A.Entertainment.B.Education.C.Technology and science.D.Life and health.03(2022·湖北湖北·模拟预测)The opening ceremony of an Olympic Games, whether the Summer or Winter Games, is a pageant (盛会). It attracts hundreds of millions of viewers on TVacross the world. Did you watch the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games? It’s totally different from that of the 2008 Summer Games. Because there were no stars, no celebrities or professional performers. Just common people showed the world who they are.The message of the opening ceremony for the Beijing 2008 Summer Olympic Games was peace. But the opening ceremony of the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games was different. The viewers were treated to a simple but wonderful ceremony. It didn’t have the large performances that marked the 2008 opening ceremony. But it was no less symbolic (象征性的) — symbolic of a shared future for humankind.Besides, China wants to have a greener Winter Olympics. According to the Beijing 2022’s idea of hosting a green Winter Olympic Games, the medal podiums (领奖台) are made of recyclable and environmentally friendly things. The handmade bouquets (花束), rather than real flowers, will be given to the winners. And all the Olympic venues (场馆) are being run on clean energy. And after the Games, they will be open for the public all year round. In the future, many high-level winter sports events will be held in these venues. Also, during the preparation for the Games, all the work was done in an environmentally friendly manner.For China, holding a simple, safe and yet green Olympic Games is not just an idea. It is a way of life for every Chinese.10.Who did the opening ceremony mainly show?A.Chinese excellent players.B.Chinese famous directors.C.Chinese professional performers.D.Common Chinese people.11.How was the 2022 Beijing Olympic Games ceremony?A.Peaceful but boring.B.Simple but wonderful.C.Simple and boring.D.Expensive and wonderful.12.What will be given to the winners?A.Real flowers.B.Handmade bouquets.C.Cards.D.Some money.13.What can we know from the passage above?A.Future people in China will have a lot of money.B.We won’t use the Olympic venues any more after the Games.C.Every Chinese can live a simple, safe and green life.D.The medal podiums are used only once.14.What is the best title for the passage?A.A Shared Future for HumankindB.The 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games CeremonyC.The Preparation for the GamesD.Greener Winter Olympics04(2022·辽宁抚顺·模拟预测)The Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games ended, but the smell of the dishes at the games is still in the air.You may say, “Food is just food. We have meals every day. How special could it be?” Well, providing food for athletes (运动员) from all over the world was more than that.There were 678 dishes from 12 different areas around the world. People taking part in the Olympics were from different parts of the world. They came from different cultural backgrounds and had different eating habits. To meet their different needs, there were 12 buffets (自助餐台) including a world buffet, a Chinese buffet, an Asian buffet, an Italian buffet, a bread and dessert buffet and so on. Beijing hoped that everyone could feel at home every time they had meals here in China.Athletes needed healthy food and enough energy so that they could do well at the games. So the workers had to be very careful with the food they provided. Chef (大厨) Yang Chen said that they left 48 commonly used spices (调味料) such as pepper out of the meals in order to avoid bad influence on the athletes.Besides, the Olympic Winter Games took place during the Spring Festival, and the athletes got to fully experience Chinese culture with the food they were comfortable with.15.There were ________ dishes from 12 different areas all over the world.A.12B.18C.48D.67816.What did athletes need in order to do well at the games according to the passage?A.Fresh air and healthy food.B.Fresh air and enough sleep.C.Healthy food and enough energy.D.Enough energy and enough sleep. 17.Why didn’t Yang Chen use the commonly used spices in the dishes?A.To make the dishes more delicious.B.To avoid bad influence on the athletes. C.To meet different needs of the athletes.D.To show the way of Chinese cooking. 18.Which of the following is TRUE about the athletes?A.They have the same eating habits.B.They couldn’t feel at home while eating.C.They couldn’t eat any bread or dessert.D.They wouldn’t find pepper in their dishes.19.What can be the best title for the passage?A.Enjoy the world’s food at the OlympicsB.Fully experience Chinese culture at the OlympicsC.Admire different cultural backgrounds at the OlympicsD.Meet athletes from different countries at the Olympics05(2022·吉林长春·二模)A Group of students did a survey about who’s the brightest star in the Beijing Winter Olympics. About3000 middle school and high school students have chosen the player they admire most. Here is the result.Over 86% of the students admire Gu most. Eileen Gu is a talented freeskier. She is also a model and top student. Students think they will do what they love, face the challenges and work hard to realize their dreams just like Gu.Born in Jilin province, Su Yiming started to ski at age 4. And he is quite “confident”, said Su after his World Cup win. About 73% of the students regard Su as their idol (偶像).About 32% of the teenagers think Yuzuru Hanyu from Japan is the best skater in history. He has a nickname “Ice Prince” for his figure skate (花样滑冰).Young students may have different opinions about success when they see their idols win the game. Take action now, maybe you are the brightest stars in the near future.根据短文内容,选择最佳答案。

北京冬奥-中考英语最新热点时文阅读(含答案)

北京冬奥-中考英语最新热点时文阅读(含答案)

中考英语最新热点时文阅读-北京冬奥题型主要内容1首字母填空中国如何让北京冬奥会成为一次“绿色奥运”2阅读理解2022年北京冬奥会运动项目介绍3阅读理解北京主办第24届冬奥会,并介绍冬奥会的起源和发展4阅读理解北京冬奥奥运村设计楼顶让运动员、教练员参与种植蔬菜帮助放松01根据短文内容及首字母提示,填写所缺单词,使短文意思完整。

每空限填一词。

As the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics is around the corner, China has repeated its determination (决心) to host a “Green Olympics” and is preparing to k__1__ that promise.Beijing will r__2__ venues (场地) from the 2008 Olympics for the 2022 Winter Games. Among these, the National Aquatic Center or “Water Cube”—known as the “Ice Cube” for the upcoming Winter Games—will host curling (冰壶) events, and the National Indoor Stadium will host ice hockey. Opening and closing ceremonies will o__3__ again take place at the Beijing National Stadium, or Bird’s Nest.The 2022 Winter Olympics will be the first Games in history to totally power all venues with clean e__4__ from renewable sources. Solar and wind power will be produced in the Zhangbei area of Hebei province.For the first time in the history of the Olympic Games, Beijing will use carbon dioxide (二氧化碳) to make ice. It is an environmentally friendly w__5__ in ice-making. At the same time it will produce a lot of heat which can be used to warm up water. Sportspersons can use the h__6__ water to take a shower. The new ice-making t__7__ will also save electricity.All venues can be reached by green public transportation. Spectators (观众) at the 2022 Winter Olympics will be encouraged to t__8__ by public transport across the three competition areas—downtown Beijing, its suburban Yanqing district and co-host Zhangjiakou in Hebei province. The three areas are c__9__ by an electric-powered high-speed railway.The Beijing Winter Olympics Village is a green village. The b__10__ are mainly made of steel (钢), which makes it easy to rebuild them after the Games. After the Games, the village will be turned into public rental housing.02Do you want to know some sports at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022? Here are some interesting ones.Figure SkatingIt is one of the most popular winter sports. There are five events in Figure Skating at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. Figure Skating is a sport that combines (结合) skating with dancing. You can enjoy beautiful music and graceful (优雅的) movements in it.Ice HockeyIt’s a team sport played on ice, which combines ice sports and ball games. There are two Ice Hockey events at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. Let’s look forward to the wonderful games.Snowboard Big AirIt originated(起源于) in the United States. It is also called “Snow Surfing”. There are eleven events of Snowboarding at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022. If you are looking for excitement and challenges, you won’t want to miss it.Ski JumpingIt originated in Norway. It is a sport that combines speed, power and skills. It is challenging and joyful to watch Five Ski Jumping events will be held at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022.11.How many events are there in Figure Skating according to the passage?A.2.B.5.C.11.D.22.12.Which one is a team sport?A.Figure Skating.B.Ice Hockey.C.Snowboard Big Air.D.Ski Jumping. 13.What does Ski Jumping combine?A.Speed, power and skills.B.Both ice sports and ball games.C.Snow surfing and snowboarding.D.Beautiful music and graceful movements.03For almost 100 years, the Winter Olympics has been a celebration of snow and ice sports around the world. It is a special event that only happens once every four years.Although the Winter Olympics started with just five sports across nine disciplines (项目) in France in 1924, it has grown to include seven sports across 15 different disciplines and has been hosted in 12 countries across three continents (大陆). In 2022, for the first time ever in the Games’ history, Beijing will become the first city to have hosted both the Summer and Winter Olympics.China has come a long way and achieved many goals since it took part in the Winter Olympics for the first time in 1980. In this short period of time, China’s players have won medals in six of the event’s sports. Short track speed skating (短道速滑) has been an area of expertise (专长) for China.China’s love for winter sports has been growing. The Ministry of Education has set a goal of building 5,000 special schools by 2025 to improve winter sports education.The government has also been encouraging primary and middle schools to add winter sports to their subjects. Many provinces and cities have already acted on this suggestion. Classes will be set up in schools in northern China to improve interest in winter sports. In southern China, schools can work with ice rinks (溜冰场) and winter sports clubs.Beijing has already set a good example. It is reported that nearly 840,000 students in the city have begun taking winter sports lessons, including skating and skiing lessons.根据材料内容选择最佳答案,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

2024年中考英语热点阅读练习7 文化差异(含解析)

2024年中考英语热点阅读练习7 文化差异(含解析)

1 2 34 562024年中考英语新热点时文阅读-文化差异题型主要内容阅读理解讲述了英国食物的国际化,详细地介绍了英国的一些食物及其和中国食物的区别。

阅读理解介绍了荷兰风车节的由来、日期、庆祝方式以及不同风车在荷兰文化中的内涵。

完形填空叙述了人们有许多庆祝新年的传统和活动,并不是所有国家都以同样的方式来庆祝新年。

短文填空介绍了印度的一些礼仪。

阅读填表讲述了关千时间的概念。

每个国家对“准时”都有不同的观点,然后分别讲述了钧国,沙特阿拉伯,加纳和俄罗斯对准时的概念与习惯。

语法填空说明了兔子在中西方文化中被认为是幸运的象征。

01(2023海南海口海南中学校考模拟预测)Stir-f r y(小炒),Peking duck, f r ied rice—the tastes of Britain."Britain?!" I hear you cry. "But British people take afternoon tea with sandwiches! Those are Chinese dishes!"According to a survey by Food Network UK, nine out of 10 British people said their favorite food was Asian.The number one international food in Britain was stir-fry, according to the Daily Mail, with 55 percent saying they ate it oftenBritain has a very multicultural history. Centuries of history brought dishes from across the world. Almost every town in the UK has a Chinese or Indian restaurant, and Italian, Thai and Jamaican are not unusual. Perhaps it's no surprise that they learned to cook and eat dishes from other countries. Traditional British food doesn't have a great reputation(名JInternational food has become British food, even when British are cooking. Another survey by the UKTY food channel in 2009 showed the most common dish British could cook without a recipe was Italian spaghetti.However, if you're in the UK and think a trip to a Chinese restaurant would be a great way to stay away from homesickness(乡愁),think again. Many British Chinese dishes aren't exactly Chinese. At the end of every British Chinese meal, you get a sweet crisp known as a "traditional Chinese fortune cookie". I have lived in Beijing for almost a year. I have yet to eat a fortune cookie that is really Chinese.A bowl of stir fry followed by a fortune cookie... n ow that would be a way to cure my homesickness, for the UK I.Which is British people's favorite international food, according tto the sur v ey?A.Stir-fry.B.Peking duck.C.Italian spaghetti.2.What's the most important feature of modern British food?A.UnusualB.International.C.Traditional.3.What can we learn from the sixth paragraph?A.Chinese fortune cookies are famous in Beijing.B.Chinese people in the UK won't go to Chinese restaurants.C.British Chinese restaurants are different to Chinese restaurants in China.4.Wh.ich of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.Ttalian food doesn't have a great reputation.B.Trad巾onal British food doesn't have a great reputation.C.Modern British food doesn't have a great reputation.5.What's the best title for tbe story?A.Histo1-y of British foodB.International tastes of BritainC.The reputation of British food02(2023福建泉州统考三膜)The Netherlands is low-lying and influenced by the north sea wind, which caused floods to happen easily in the past. In order to deal with the problem, the Dutch used thousands of windmills. So the Netherlands became the famous land of windmills. With this invention, the Dutch set a special date and beld some activities. It's beld on the second Saturday of May each year. Gradually, Windmill Day becomes a traditional folk festival in the Netherlands On this day, pictures shaped of windmills are everywhere. Many shops are filled with colorful windmill art pieces. Children also I伈e to draw windmills on the doors and windowsWindmills have different purposes in different states. They bring good luck to people in most situations. When the flag is hung on the windmill, it may mean that a baby is born, oJ· a couple are holding a wedding. When the fan of windmill is like a cross, it means that some important guests are coming and they打e warmly welcomed. However, when the windmill is at rest and backward, it mainly tells us that something bad has happened.Nowadays, during your visit in the Netherlands, you can choose the windmill museums. Also, you can go to the local windmill villages. There are still more than 1000 windmills around the country, with many still in use. Every windmill is covered in red and green and is slowly running to greet you.6. People in Netherlands mainly use windmills to.A.produce electricityC.celebrate festi v ats7.How do the Dutch celebrate Windmill Day?B.do with floodsD.welcome visitors(DThey decorate the public places with pictures shaped of windmills®Shop owne几prepare lots of colorful windmill art pieces@They fix the fan of wind血II as the shape of a cross.©Young kids draw windmills on the doors and wi11dowsA.@蠲B.®@@ c.@@@8.Which picture of windmills shows the coming of a newborn?A. B.c. D.9. What can we know fr o m the text?A.Yisito几can only enjoy windmills in museums.B.Windmills bring good luck to people in all situations.C.There are fewer than 1000 windmills across the countr yD. A still windmill means something bad has happened.10.In which part of a magazine can we read the text?A. Culture.B.Human.nguage.03D.CD®©D.Science.(2022秋丿一、东河源九年级校考期末)The New Year is a time of new beginning and good hopes for the future. People ___lL_ the New Year with many n·aditions and activities. ____.!l_, not all cultures celebrate New Year's Day in tl1e same way.In Japan, people throw beans. They throw beans while ____ll__"Bad luck out, good luck in." After throwing the beans, family members pick up and eat the same number of beans as their age. It will bring ___lL_ and good I u ck for the new year.In China, people buy presents, decorations, food and new clothes a few weeks before the new year. They clean their houses to _____.lL bad luck. On New Year's Eve, people usually get together for a big meal. On New Year's Day, children will ___lL_ hongbao from their parents. People think it will bring good luck to children. People !]__ visit their relatives and f r iends at this time. The lion dance is a ____!lL_ activity that is held during the Chinese New Year. People believe that the 19 sound of drums can keep bad things away.In India, men and women 20 traditional dances. Family members also enjoy delicious food. They say goodbye to the old year and welcome the new.I I. A. celebrate B. take C. break D. promise12. A. So8.And C. Then D. However13. A. pulling B.shouting C. playing D.pora racct1i c111g14. A. purpo沁 B.advice C.health D.time15. A. turn on B.sweep away C.take off D.tidy up16. A. accept B. make C.buy D. receive17. A. hardly B.never C. always D.seldom18. A. beautiful B.traditional C.modem D.borin仁!!19. A. quiet B.slow C. fast D.loud20. A. perform8.spend C. hear D. check04(2022秋重庆江北九年级重庆十八中校考期末)Ind戊is a country rich in trad山on and culture. Can you tell me how much you have known about I ndia so far? I f you're planning to travel to I ndia, it will be ____1L_ to know the following customs.You should not hold hands ___.lL_, kiss or hug anyone in public, even your loved ones. As a conservative(保守的)country,India does not welcome public expression of affection(情感)such as hugging and kiss. _____11 Indian people's eyes are big and considered the most beautiful in Asia, it is not proper to look straight into a person's eyes while talking. Indian people m吐e� eye communication than W estern people do. However, this doesn't ____1,i_ that Indian people are not honest. IL is just part of their culture. Another custom that you should pay ____1L__ to is that men shouldn't touch Indian women. In fact, only their sons can touch them in public. When it comes to other people, however, a friendly knock on the back between people of the same gender(性别)is allowed What's more, whatever you do, stay away from the �-According to Indian culture, the head is the most important part of the human body, and no one can touch it. So if you touch an Indian person's head by accident, say sorry as quickly as possible to _____1L_ any trouble05(2023四川凉山模拟预测)究成表格。

2023年快捷英语英语时文阅读理解中考

2023年快捷英语英语时文阅读理解中考

2023年快捷英语英语时文阅读理解中考 In the dynamic and globalized world we live in, the importance of proficiency in English has become increasingly apparent. The 2023 Quick English News Reading Comprehension Exam, as a significant milestone in the academic journey of many students, holds immense significance in shaping their future prospects. This article aims to delve into the intricacies of this exam, highlighting its key features, challenges, and strategies to ace it.**Exam Overview**The 2023 Quick English News Reading Comprehension Exam is designed to test students' ability to comprehend and analyze English news articles in a timed environment. It not only assesses their vocabulary and grammar skills but also challenges them to think critically about the information presented. The exam typically consists of multiple-choice questions, with passages ranging from politics, science, technology, to culture and sports.**Key Features**1. **Time Pressure**: One of the most challenging aspects of this exam is the time constraint. Students are required to read and understand the passages quickly, while also having to make informed decisions about the answers.2. **Variety of Topics**: The exam covers a wide range of topics, ensuring that students are tested on their abilityto comprehend diverse content. 3. **Critical Thinking**: Questions often require students to analyze and interpret information, rather than just recalling facts.**Challenges**1. **Language Barriers**: For non-native speakers, the language itself can pose a significant challenge. The exam demands a high level of proficiency in vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure.2. **Information Overload**: Withso much information to process in a limited time, students may find it difficult to focus and retain relevant details. **Strategies to Ace the Exam**1. **Regular Practice**: Regularly reading English news articles can help students familiarize themselves with the language and improve their comprehension skills.2. **Time Management**: Practicing timed reading exercises can helpstudents manage their time better during the exam. 3.**Note-Taking Skills**: Taking notes while reading can help students retain key information and refer back to it when answering questions. 4. **Critical Thinking Training**: Engaging in critical thinking exercises can help students develop the necessary skills to analyze and interpret information presented in the exam.**Conclusion**The 2023 Quick English News Reading Comprehension Exam is not just a test of English proficiency but also a gauge of students' ability to process and interpret information quickly. By equipping themselves with the right strategies and constant practice, students can overcome the challenges and emerge victorious in this exam, paving the way for brighter futures.**2023年快捷英语时文阅读理解中考深度解析**在我们这个充满活力和全球化的世界中,英语熟练度的重要性愈发凸显。

2022年中考英语时文阅读---北京冬奥会(word版无答案)

2022年中考英语时文阅读---北京冬奥会(word版无答案)

2022届中考英语时文阅读北京冬奥会01Do you know about winter sports? They are not only good for our health but also can make us strong and brave. Here are some of the sports events at the Winter Olympics.1.In curling, the team should ________.A.beat 16 players B.get the most points C.throw the ice stones2.Which of the following statement of ski jumping is NOT true?A.Ski jumping has become a winter Olympic event for about 100 years.B.Players must hold their skis in a V-shape before landingC.The judges score each jump only by shape.02During the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, athletes from all over the world broke both personal and Olympic records. High-tech elements have been giving “wings” to thesehard-working athletes, helping them become “faster, higher, stronger”.The National Speed Skating Oval (the Ice Ribbon) saw 12 new Olympic records and one world record, including Chinese speed skater Gao Tingyu’s Olympic record of 34.32 seconds in the men’s 500 meters.Known as “the fastest ice”, t he 12,000-square-meter rink (冰场) has received very good feedback from the athletes. “It makes everyone skate faster,” Gao Tingyu said after he bagged the gold.The secret behind is a new carbon dioxide ice-making technology. Speed-skating requires a very f lat ice surface. If the ice surface temperature doesn’t change much, the ice stays flatter. Flat ice is easier to skate on. Liquid carbon dioxide was put under the ice for the first time. It cooled the ice and kept the temperature changes on the surface within just half of one degree.In events like freestyle skiing and ski jumping, the direction and speed of the wind could largely affect athletes’ performance. A research team from the Chinese Academy of Sciences developed a wind measuring system using AI t echnology. “Some events only last a few seconds, and the wind is changing all the time. This system allows athletes and coaches to ‘see’ wind directly through real-time data on their pads, and decide when and where to jump,” the team leader Shao Yun told Beijing Daily.There are many more high-tech elements that boost athletic performance, includingdrag-reducing sportswear, smart beds that massage (按摩) athletes, and robots that cook. All these helped keep China’s promise to hold an “athlete-centered” Olymp ics, said Zhao Weidong, the spokesperson of the Beijing organizing committee.1.Gao Tianyu set a record for ________.A.winning the first gold for China in men’s 500 metersB.skating the fastest speed in men’s 500 metersC.being the youngest skater at the OlympicsD.designing the National Speed Skating Oval2.Liquid carbon dioxide was put under the ice to ________.A.make the ice harder B.keep the ice coldC.save water resources D.change the temperature of the ice3.The system from the Chinese Academy of Sciences helps athletes ________.A.change the direction of the windB.record their jumps in real timeC.measure the wind more accuratelyD.control the speed of the wind4.What do we know from the words of Zhao Weidong?A.China is expected to hold another Winter Olympics soon.B.Other countries look at China with new eyes.C.The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics were the best ever.D.The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics were people-centered.03Almost everyone in China knows a mascot(吉祥物)in the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games. On September 17th, 2019, the mascot ____1____ in public at Beijing’s Shougang Ice Hockey Arena for the first time. The name of the mascot is “Bing Dwen Dwen”, ____2____ is full of good wishes and meanings in Chinese culture. “Bing Dwen Dwen” is designed based ____3___ the lovely panda. And pandas are an important symbol of China. The panda ____4____ a beautiful white suit(套装)of ice. And the ice is a symbol of purity(纯净), beauty and power. The panda wears a helmet with colored halo(光环). The lines of the halo represent the snow tracks and 5G technology.The heart shape in ____5____ left hand shows the China’s hospitality(热情好客). The name “Bing Dwen Dwen” is ____6____ meaningf ul in the Chinese language. “Bing” means ice in Chinese language, while “Dwen Dwen” is common in China to call children who is ___7___ and cute. The mascot is perfectly designed and named ___8___ China’s warm invitation to friends from all over the world. It is also designed to show the Olympic spirit.There is no wonder that it is the ___9___ popular among young people. Now “Bing Dwen Dwen”has been made into fluffy toys, plastic models, handbags and key rings. Many people make Bing Dwen Dwen by ___10___ at home through paper cutting, play-doh(橡皮泥)making, and so on. 1.A.appear B.appeared C.appears2.A.why B.where C.which3.A.with B.on C.at4.A.dresses B.puts on C.wears5.A.its B.it’s C.it6.A.also B.too C.as well7.A.healthy B.unhealthy C.health8.A.show B.showing C.to show9.A.most B.more C.much10.A.himself B.herself C.Themselves04请阅读下面的短文,并从文后的六个选项中选择五个还原到原文中,使原文的意思完整、连贯。

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时文阅读|中考英语阅读理解【答案页末】阅读理解1:疫情让我们反思当下的城市生活方式COVID-19has made people think harder about their relationship with nature.It has also raised questions about urban(城市的)lifestyles.The sharing economy(共享经济),working in open offices,living in crowded apartments and the food industry’s use of reusable products have made the perfect storm for a pandemic(大流行).Although the sharing economy might be good–it’s cheaper to rent than to own–sharing spaces and objects are great ways to spread the virus.How does one do“social distancing(和他人保持安全距离)”when they are expected to share cars,bikes,apartments and even the same offices?The trend(趋势)of using open offices,which can save space,is working against us.In this type of office,workers don’t have their own desk–everything is shared.Sometimes,computers and chairs are also shared,which is not hygienic(卫生的).Fortunately,more workers are working from home during the pandemic,but that won’t last forever.Reusability(循环利用)is a common practice in the restaurant industry.Reusable cups and chopsticks are often used.Unfortunately,reusable products increase the chance of spreading disease.For example,Starbucks recently stopped refilling(重新装满)customers’reusable cups in order to stop the spread of the virus.People like to be social.But the virus has made this more dangerous.We have to be careful about how we interact(交往)with others for now.Perhaps we need to rethink about our lifestyles to reduce the spread of future pandemics.1.According to the author,the strong point of the sharing economy is that_____.A.it lasts longerB.it costs lessC.it’s popularD.it’s hygienic2.Paragraph3is mainly about_____.A.how working at home won’t last longB.how shared offices can save spaceC.the hygienic problems of open officesD.the sharing economy trend3.According to the author,restaurants can spread the virus easily because_____.A.everything is shared in many restaurantsB.they use too much disposable tablewareC.many restaurants have poor hygieneD.cups and chopsticks are often reused4.The author probably agrees that_____.A.we need to change some of our lifestylesB.the sharing economy won’t last foreverC.no one can stay out of the sharing economyD.we shouldn’t stay away from shared products阅读理解2:山川异域,风月同天In late January,a donation of masks and thermometers from the Japan Youth Development Association in Tokyo to Hubei Province caused a stir on Chinese social media.This was because of the powerful poetic message written on each box:“山川异域,风月同天。

”.It literally translates to“Mountains and rivers on foreign land wind and moon under the same sky.”or officially,“Lands apart,sky shared”Besides the heartfelt regard and the elegant language,the quote also alluded a significant moment in the history of cultural exchange between the two countries.The line comes from a seventh century Buddhist hymn by prince Nagaya,a politician from the Nara period(710-794)of Japan,titled“Embroidered on Kasaya Robes for good Karma”:Lands apart,sky shared.For the disciples of Buddha,to nurture good karma.The hymn was embroidered on1,000Buddhist robes which Prince Nagaya had made and sent to the Tang court in China.It’s a part of his invitation for Chinese Buddhist monks to visit Japan.The poem was also included in the Complete Tang Poems,the largest existing collection of Tang poetry. Inspired by the Prince’s hymn,Jianzhen,decided to go on a voyage to Japan.After six attempts and the loss of his eyesight,Jianzhen finally arrived,and made a significant contribution to the spread of Buddhism in Japan.The reference does not only invoke shared history,but also mutual appreciation for ancient poetry in the Chinese language.Many in china were touched by the poetic expression of support from Japanese citizens during the COVID-19outbreak.1.Why did the donation cause a stir?A.Because it came from Japan.B.Because it was donated to Hubei province.C.Because of the poetic message on boxes.D.Because it was from china.2.“Lands apart,sky shared.”expresses a lot EXCEPT___.A.the heartfelt regardB.the elegant languageC.the significant moment in the historyD.Japan’s love for Chinese culture3.Who wrote the poem"Embroidered on Kasaya Robes for Good Karma"?A.A poet from ChinaB.A poet of JapanC.A monk from ChinaD.A politician of Japan4.What does“the reference”refer to in the last paragraph?A.For the disciples of buddha to nurture good karma.B.The Complete Tang Poems.C.The largest existing collection of Tang poetry.nds apart,sky shared.5.What can we know from Paragraph4and5?A.The poem was embroidered on10,000Buddhist robes。

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