沪教牛津版初中英语九年级上册课文共95页
沪教牛津版初中英语九年级上册课文(电脑手机通用版)
曹冲称象
英中全
Cao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.
曹冲是曹操的儿子。
One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present.
一天，孙权送给曹操一个礼物
It was a huge elephant.
阿基米德往浴池里注水的时候他还在思考着这个难题。
When he got into the bath, some water ran over.
当他进入浴池时，一些水溢了出来。
英中全
⑤ “That's it!” shouted Archimedes.
“ 就是这样！” 阿基米德叫道，
“I know how to solve the king's problem!”
“ 一个完全用金子制作的皇冠比一个用金子和其他金属制作的皇冠排水少。
This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight,
（而）这顶皇冠比同等质量的金子排出的水多，
英中全
so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.”
——一头大象。
Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant.
曹操想知道大象的重量。
“What a huge animal it is!
“ 好大的动物！
Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?”
谁有办法把这头大象称一称有多重？”
沪教牛津版初中英语九年级上册课文(电脑手机通用版)
他问他周围的人。
英中全
“Can we get a large scale?” asked a soldier.
一个士兵问 “ 能给我们一个大秤吗？”
However, no one could find a scale large enough.
所以我确定这不是纯金的。”
⑨ “The crown maker tricked me, didn't he?
“ 金匠骗了我，对不对？
What a bad man he is!” shouted King Hiero.
他太坏了！”希罗王喊道。
He then sent the crown maker to prison.
疑问句尾可用于要求认同或确认。
We use a falling intonation when we are asking for agreement.
当我们要求（对方）认同时，我们用降调。
It's raining, isn't it?
下雨了，不是吗？
It sure is! I've never seen it rain this hard before!
可是后来，他开始怀疑皇冠是否确实是一顶纯金皇冠。
Hale Waihona Puke 英中全“Is it made completely of gold?” he wondered.
“ 这确定是纯金的吗？” 他纳闷着。
He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth.
这一次，更多的水溢到了碗里。
⑧ “Look at this,” said Archimedes to King Hiero.
深圳沪教版初中英语九年级上课文+知识点
九年级上Unit1-8沪教牛津版（深圳）Unit1Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece,King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown.At first,he was very happy with it.“It’s a nice crown,isn’t it?”he asked his ter,however,he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown.“Is it made completely of gold?”he wondered.He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth.“This problem seems difficult to solve.What should I do?”thought Archimedes.“Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water.When he got into the bath,some water ran over.“That’s it!”shouted Archimedes.“I know how to solve the king’s problem!”Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king.First,he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next,he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both pots with water.He put the gold into one pot and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot.This time,even more water ran into the bowl.“Look at this,”said Archimedes to King Hiero.“A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal.This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight,so I’m certain that it’s not completely made of gold.”“The crown maker tricked me,didn’t he?What a bad man he is!”shouted King Hiero.He then sent the crown maker to prison.短语汇集1.(be)happy with（对某人或事物）满意的=be pleased/satisfiedwith2.fill…with…用……把……装满3.think about=consider考虑；思考4.be filled with=be full of充满；装满5.run over溢出6.ask sb for sth向某人要某物7.one…the other…一个……另一个……8.send sb to prison把某人关进监狱9.tell the truth说实话10.make sure确保；设法保证11.something else别的东西12.both…and………和……都……13.be made of+看得见的原材料由……制成14.be made from+看不见的原材料由……制成15.be made by+sb.被某人制成考点1词性变换real（adj.）真的--really（adv.）真地golden（adj.）金色的--gold（adj./n）金的，金子completely（adv.）完完全全地，彻底地--complete （adj./v.）完全的，完成，结束certain（adj.）确实，确定的--certainly（adv.）无疑，确定，当然考点2be happy with sb./sth意为“对某人或事物满意的”，=be pleased/satisfied with sb./sthHis teacher is happy with him.他的老师对他很满意。
沪教版英语九年级上册UUReing原文含习题优选稿
沪教版英语九年级上册U U R e i n g原文含习题集团文件版本号：（M928-T898-M248-WU2669-I2896-DQ586-M1988）Unit1 Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first, he was very happy with it."It's a nice crown, isn't it" he asked his men. Later, however,he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. "Is it made completely of gold" he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth."This problem seems difficult to solve. What should I do" thought Archimedes.Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water. When he got into the bath, some water ran over."That's it!" shouted Archimedes. "I know how to solve the king's problem!"Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king. First, he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next, he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both potswith water. He put the gold into one pot, and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot. This time, even more water ran into the bowl."Look at this," said Archimedes to King Hiero. "A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal. This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight, so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.""The crown maker tricked me, didn't he What a bad man he is!" Shouted King Hiero. He then sent the crown maker to prison.C VocabularyC1 Here are some sentences from the story. Do you know the meanings of the words in italics Circle the correct answers.1 Later, however, he began to doubt that ...a feel sureb not feel sure2 This problem seems difficult to solve.a write downb find the correct answer3 ... as he filled his bath with water.a made ... fullb emptied4 Next, he put two pots into two big bowls ...a deep round dishesb flat dishes5 A crown made completely of gold displaces less water ...a a littleb a smaller amount ofC2 Complete the story below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Certain fill real seem solve truthOne day, two women came to King Solomon with a baby boy. Both women said the boy was their son. No one knew which woman was tellingthe .King Solomon ordered a soldier to cut the boy in half, and divide the boy between the two women.The first woman said, "Go ahead. That' fair." However,the second woman was with fear. "No!" she shouted."Don't kill him! Let the other woman have him."King Solomon stopped the soldier. "Give the boy to the second woman," he said. "I'm ____________that she's his mother."The woman took the baby boy home happily. Everyone was amazed at how King Solomon this problem.D ComprehensionD1 These pictures show the events of the story. Put them in the correctorder by writing the numbers 1-8 in the boxes.D2 Read the story again and answer the questions below in complete sentences.1 Why did King Hiero send the crown to Archimedes2 What happened when Archimedes got into the bath3 What did the crown maker do to the crownMore practiceA Read the story below and describe how Coo Chong weighed the elephant. Use the words from the box to help you.Cao Chong weighs an elephantCao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant. "What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it" he asked the crowd around him."Can we get a large scale" asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough."Can we cut it up" asked another soldier. "No. I don't want tokill it," said Cao Cao.Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. "I can weigh the elephant!" he said. "Let me have a try."Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, "This is the weight of the elephant."Cao Cao was very happy with his son. "My son is very clever,isn't he"he said. Everyone agreed.lead ... onto mark rock weighgo lower take ... off go down add updraw a line fill ... with reachB Do you know any other wise kids in history Share their stories with yourclassmates.Unit2 geniusesMany people consider Albert Einstein (1879-1955) a genius. This story about him shows that he also had a sense of humour.Einstein often received invitations to explain his theories at different universities. On these trips, his driver Hans often said to him, "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you, Dr Einstein."One evening, on their way to a university, Einstein said, "I'm so tired. I wish I could avoid giving my lecture tonight, Hans, but Idon't want to let my audience down.""I know what to do," said Hans. "I can give the lecture for you. You can trust me. I've listened to your lecture so many times thatI've learnt it by heart. No one knows you at this university, so they won't find out."So, they changed places. At the university, Hans was guided tothe front of the hall. Einstein took a seat, listened to Hans givehis lecture without difficulty, and joined in the applause at the end.However, before Hans left, a man shouted, "I'd like to ask you a question." He then asked a question so difficult that Hans had noidea what he was talking about.Einstein turned pale. "Oh no!" he thought. "Now we're in trouble." But Hans just laughed and said, "That's such an easy question that even my driver can answer it. Hans, please ... "Einstein stood up and answered the question perfectly.They left the university, with Einstein driving. A littlelater,Hans offered to drive. "No," laughed Einstein. "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you,Hans."C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the headlines. Change their forms if necessary.1 Farmer: It's a to work in the fields (happy thing)2 Doctors warn people to too much sun this summer (keep away from)3 Famous artist: yourself and your own ideas (believe in)4 Student learns the whole dictionary (by remembering every word)5 Astronaut returns to Earth (with no trouble at all)6 Dance on Saturday night!All students are invited to the activity (take part in)C2 Complete the diary below with the words from the box.consider sense universitylet ... down tonight17th MarchEarlier . my friend offered me a ticket for Dr Yang's lectureat the ___________ ,so I decided to go. Many people Dr Yang one of the cleverest women in the world. She did not me .The lecture was very successful.She also has a great of humour and made many peoplelaugh.She received a lot of applause at the end.Understanding the structure of the plot of a short storyThe plot of a short story usually includes the following parts: Opening: This part gives background information.Rising action: This part describes a problem the characters face.Turning point: Here the story takes an unexpected turn.Falling action: This part describes how the problem is solved.Ending: This part brings the story to an end.D ComprehensionD1 Read the story. Then complete the diagram below. Write theletters in the correct boxes.a Hans and Einstein left the university happily, with Einsteindriving.b Einstein answered the question perfectly.c A man asked a difficult question.d Hans offered to give a lecture for Einstein.e Hans asked Einstein to answer the question.D2 Read the story again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then find evidence from the story to support your answers.1 Einstein was a popular lecturer. T / F2 Hans was tired of driving Einstein. T / F3 Hans had a very good memory. T / F4 The audience did not enjoy the lecture given by Hans. T / F More practiceA Read this story about Albert Einstein and then answer the questions below.Einstein and the little girlOne afternoon, Einstein was walking home from work. At the same time, a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school. They were soon walking side by side. The girl looked at him curiously from time to time."Pardon me," the girl said, "but you look just like Albert Einstein.""That's because I am Albert Einstein!" Einstein said."I don't believe you," the girl said. "Everyone knows that Einstein is a genius. But you're wearing your sweater backwards, so you can't be very clever."Einstein began to laugh. "You're the first person to be so honest with me," he said to the girl. "It's a pleasure to hear someone tell me the truth about my look."After that day, the girl often went to visit Einstein's houseafter school. One afternoon, the girl's mother went to visit Einstein. She asked him why he spent so much time with her daughter."Our friendship is easy to explain," Einstein said. "Your daughter tells me the truth about my look and brings me cookies. In return, I help her with her Maths homework."1Where did Einstein and the little girl meet each other2Why did the girl not believe Einstein3Why did the girl's mother go to visit Einstein4What made Einstein and the little girl become friendsUnit3 Family life in citiesPaula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life. She asked them some questions. Here are their answers.Emily (aged 15)1 well, there are just three of us: my mum, my dad and me.2 Have I got many possessions Yes, I’ve got a lot of things: a bigTV, a new computer and a mobile phone.3 No, I’m not expected to do the housework.4 We go out for dinner together sometimes, but my dad is oftenabroad on business, and my mum works too. We usually just do our own personal things.5No, they don’t usually set rules for me and since I’m a goodd aughter they never punish me. 6 Well, I like our new flat. It’smuch bigger than our last one. But I feel lonely when my parents are away from home.Jerry (aged 14)1 My mum, dad, grandma and my sister Rosie. Although it sometimesfeels crowded in our l ittle flat we don’t mind.2 No, I haven’t got many possessions. I have no inter est in thingslike fashionable clothes. new fashions soon go out of date, don’t they That’s what my grandma says.3 Yes, I help with the housework. I wash the dishes and even iron myown shirts. My grandma says young people should learn to lookafter themselves.4 Yes, we like doing things together. We eat meals together everyday, and my family always come to school events.5 Yes, I suppose they set some rules for me. For example, unless Ifinish all my homework, I can’t watch TV, and I can’t go outwith my friends either.6I love all my family very much. We have a close relationship, and we always support each other.C VocabularyC1 Find words from the interviews that have similar meanings tothe words in italics below.1 The film was not at all what everyone thought it would be about.2 Are you here for the activity of making, buying or sellingthings for money or pleasure3 It is important to clear all your own things from the classroomwhen the school year ends.4 Many people are not attracted to this subject, but I want toknow more about it.5 I think it is true that Jill will not come to work today becauseshe is on a trip.C2 Complete the email below with the words from the box.abroad out of date supposemind relationshipTo : BobFrom: AlishaDear Bob,I'm writing to ask if you'd like to be my friend. My name is Alisha.I live in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.I that my family isn't very rich. We don't have manypossessions. Our television is , and I don't get muchpocket money. But I don't ,as we're a very close family. I have an excellent with my mother and father, so I'm happy.My teacher suggested that I should get a friend from to help improve my English. This idea seems to make sense. I hope you'll write back soon.Best wishes,AlishaD ComprehensionD1 What questions did Paula ask Emily and Jerry Read the interviews and try to work them out. Use the words in brackets to help you.1 (Who, people, in family) Who are the people in your family2 (Have, get, many possessions)3 (Do, housework)4 (Do, go out, or, do things together, family)5 (Do, parents, set rules for you)6 (What, like, most, family)D2 Paula has made some notes about the differences between Emily's and Jerry'sfamily lives. Read the interviews again and complete the notes below.More practiceA Read the article and then answer the questions below.How to communicate with your parentsMany young people have trouble communicating with their parents. However, there are some very useful tips to help solve this problem.First, make a list of the things you and your parents disagree about most. With each of these things, try to find an answer acceptable to both you and your parents. It is no good for you to require everything to go your way. You have to be ready to change a little if you want them to change.Second, talk to your parents when it is convenient for them. Remember that your parents may have to work long hours and this can make them tired, so be patient with them.Third, listen to what your parents have to say. How can you expect them to listen to you if you are not ready to listen to them Inaddition, your parents were once young like you, so they understand your situation better than you expect.Finally, if you do not let a satisfactory result, try not to get too angry. Talk with your parents and find out their reasons. Part of growing up is learning to live with these kinds of disagreements, and learning to understand another person's way of looking at things.With a little hard work, you can learn to communicate better with your parents.1What must you be ready to do if you want your parents to change2Why might your parents understand your situation better than you expect3What is part of growing upUnit4 problems and adviceMany newspaper and magazines have an advice page.People write to ask for help with their problems.The following internet posts werewritten by four teenagers to an online newspaper.Aunt Linda’s advice pageAnna (posted 26-11-18:25)I’m worried about my friend Jolin. She wants to be a model and she’s thin, but she thinks she’s fat. She’s always on a diet. She’s g etting too thin, but whenever I talk to her about this, she gets angry. How can I help herPeter (posted 28-11-19:00)I went out with a group of friends yesterday. We saw a lady lying in the street. She looked very sick. My friends made jokes about her and laughed. Though I wanted to help her, my friends told me not to. It was awful of them to laugh at her, and I regret not saying anything. I feel ashamed of myself should I do in this situationSimon (posted 28-11-21:03)I’ve just started wearing braces, but I hate them. I don’t see any advantage in wearing them. My friends all laugh at me and say had things about me. I feel embarrassed when I smile or open my mouth. The braces hurt my teeth, and it’s difficult for me to eat. I feelit was a mistake for my mother to make me wear these ugly braces. What do you suggestJulie (posted 28-11-22:02)I have to share a room with my seven-year-old sister, and she’s driving me mad! She has a habit of playing the piano when I’m studying, and she always takes my things without telling me. I try to keep the room tidy, but she always makes a mess. I love my sister,but sometimes she’s so annoying! What should I doC VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words on page 51. Find these words to complete the sentences. Change their forms if necessary.1 Jill likes wearing new clothes. She wants to be a when she grows up. (a person with a job to wear and show new clothes)2 Cindy had a fight with her mum, and she it soon after.(f eel sorry about doing something)3 Bob coffee. He never drinks it. (really do not like)4 We talked about the problem and Tim doing some research first. (put forward an idea or a plan)5 Peter's neighbour is making a lot of noise at night. He is driving Peter's family (very angry)C2 Complete the conversation below with the words from the box. Change theirforms if necessary.Awful mess suggestfeel ashamed of on a dietPaul: Hey Joe, why do people write to Aunt LindaJoe: Because many people have problems.However, sometimes they talking to friends orparents, so they write to Aunt Linda. She ways tohelp them. People are usually happy to get her advice.Paul: Well, I have a problem too. Maybe I should write to Aunt Linda. Joe: What's your problem Maybe I can help you.Paul: It's about my elder sister. She wants to lose weight. Nowshe's . She doesn't eat much all day.She used to be full of energy, but now she's always tired, andher room is a . I'm worried about her.D ComprehensionD1 Read the Internet posts on page 51. Which person does eachsentence describeWrite in the blanks.1 She often plays the piano when her elder sister is studying.2 She made Simon wear braces.3 She has many photos of thin models.D2 Read the Internet posts again and complete the table below.More practiceRead Aunt Linda's replies to the Internet posts. Then complete thetable below.Dear Anna,You're right to be worried about your friend John. She shouldn't stay on a diet if she's already very thin. You should try to get her to see a doctor. You should also tell her that she's not alone-we all worry about our looks sometimes.Dear peter,I believe you've learnt an important lesson-you'll regret it if you don't do the right thing at the right moment. Next time in the same situation, you should male up your own mind. You shouldn'tlisten to your friends. It was awful of them to laugh at a sick lady.Dear Simon,Lots of people wear braces these days, so you're not alone. If you stop paying attention to your friends, they'll stop laughing at you. So don't worry! I understand that it hurts sometimes, but think of the beautiful, straight teeth you'll have in a few months' time!Dear Julie,You should talk to your sister more. Ask her to play the piano only when you're not studying. Let her borrow your things only if she asks you first. Perhaps she just wants more attention from you. Try spending some time with her every day and you'll both learn how to live happily with each other.Unit5 actionSurprises at the studio"Five minutes to go," shouted the director. "Is everyone ready""I'm glad that I'm not one of the contestants!" Denise said. "I'm not that brave.""Oh, I'd love to be a contestant," said Angela.The three contestants were sitting at their desks on the stage and waiting.The hot lights were shining down upon them. Suddenly one of them passed out and fell across her desk.A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room above. "We need another contestant," he shouted. "Who among you wants to be on TV"Angela raised her hand. "You're on!"the director shouted. He led her onto the stage, and a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly put make-up on Angela's face and brushed her hair."Ten seconds," shouted the director. "It's time for Travel Quiz, and here's your host, Lester Li!" said a loud voice. Lester Li ran out onto the stage. The quiz show began.Although Angela was not prepared, she seemed relaxed and didreally well.She answered the questions with no problems and was soon ahead of the other two contestants.Twenty-five minutes later, Angela just had to answer six more questions to beat the other contestants and to win the prize.Denise was so excited that she could hardly keep still. Though the questions were getting more and more difficult,Angela kept getting them right.Soon there was just a single question between Angela and victory." And finally, where's Big Ben" asked Lester."In England," replied Angela."Correct!" shouted Lester. "You're tonight's lucky winner. You've won tonight's prize-a trip for two to the lovely city of Paris!!"C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the sentences.1 Before an exam, it is important to stay and calm.(not worried)2 Our school football team the team from Riverside School.(won against)3 The child kept while she was having a haircut. (not moving; quiet)4 After the earthquake, there was just a building stillstanding in the neighbourhood. (only one)5 With new players, the football team finally found (success)C2 Complete one of the contestants' diary below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.beat director make-up relaxed upon26th AugustToday I took part in a quiz show at a TV studio. When I arrived, a woman put on my face, and brushed my hair.Then the came. He told me to stay and not to worry.It was really kind of him to do that. The hot lights shone down us. One of the contestants passed out before the show started, so the director chose another girl. The girl was called Angela. She knew alot of things. She me and another contestant and finally won the prize. All of us were happy for Angela.I was sorry I didn't win, but I'll do better next time.D ComprehensionD1 Angela was interviewed later by a newspaper reporter. Read the article and answer the questions for Angela.Reporter: Where were you at firstAngela:Reporter: What happened before the programme startedAngela:Reporter: Who took the woman's placeAngela:Reporter: Who was the hostAngela:Reporter: Did you do well in the quizAngela: Yes.Reporter: What did you winAngela:D2 Read the article again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Find facts in the article to support your answers. Then write down the facts.1 Denise probably would not want to be a contestant. T / F2 Angela prepared herself well for the quiz. T / F3 Denise and Angela are different in character. T / FMore practiceA Read the interview about two students' visit to the Film Park and then answer the questions below.We love the Film ParkReporter: What was the best part of your visit, Julia and RoddyJulia and Roddy: The tour of the Film Park.Reporter: What did you like most about the Film Park tourJulia: The Dinosaur Jungle was my favourite. It was hot and smeltlike a real jungle. We saw some baby dinosaurs.Then a really big one appeared. Although it was only amodel, it looked very real! I almost jumped out of my skin!Roddy: I really liked the Great Wave. It was wonderful.Everything was quiet. Then suddenly we saw a huge wave coming towards us. There wasa terrible noise,and the wave seemed to come over the top of us, but we didn't get wet at all! I don't know how they did it.Reporter: Did you see any famous stars at the film parkRoddy: No, we didn't, but we did visit a film set after the tour.The crew were shooting a scene showing some students in a school. They needed some more actors for the scene. To cut a long story short, the director chose me to appear in the film.Reporter: Oh, really Did you enjoy working as an actor, RoddyRoddy: Yes, I did. It was really interesting.Reporter: Did you have any difficulty in actingRoddy: To be honest, it was a piece of cake!1What was the best part of the students' visit2What did Julia like most about the Film Park tour3What happened to Roddy at the f iln1 setUnit6 What's a balanced dietDoris and Samuel are having dinner in a restaurant.Samuel: I think I’ll have a hamburger, some chocolate cake and a large cola. How does that sound to youDoris: That sounds terrible! I'll have a chicken sandwich, a salad, an apple and a glass of lemon tea. I've decided to stay away from fried food and soft drinks.Samuel: Since whenDoris:Since I had my medical examination. The doctor said that I needed to lose a bit of weight by avoiding fat, oil and sugar.He also stated that it's necessary for me to have a morebalanced diet.Samuel:What's a balanced dietDoris: A balanced diet means having different kinds of healthy food every day. Research shows that each day you should haveplenty of fruit,vegetables and grain products such as noodlesand bread. And, in general you should have fewer dairy products and eggs, and less meat.Samuel: But I believe my diet is balanced.Doris:Really Do you remember what you had todaySamuel:Oh, the usual things. For breakfast,I had fried eggs and a large cup of coffee with a lot of milk and sugar. Then 1treated myself to some ice cream for a snack.Doris:And for lunchSamuel:For lunch, I had six chicken wings and a cola.Doris:I don't understand how that is a balanced diet!Samuel:Well, I have many different kinds of food every day. Doris:But all of these kinds of food are unhealthy for you. Samuel:OK, you're right. I'll change my diet ... tomorrow. Here comes my hamburger and chocolate cake!C VocabularyC1 Find words from the conversation that have similar meanings to the words in italics below. Change their forms if necessary.1 Joan should not go near computer games. She has to study for exams.2 Before going to school, all of the students need a close look at their body by a doctor.3 The instructions say in a clear way that we need to cook thisfor five minutes.4 The film starts at seven and it is only five. We have a large amount of time to get there.5 After the play, they went to dinner. David paid for Jim because Jim was out of money.C2 Complete the article below with the words from the box. Change their forms ifnecessary.hamburger in general necessary research usualMost people think they eat what they want. However, this is not really true. Our eyes and ears are filled with advertisements for new food products. __________shows that these advertisements can change our eating habits.For example, 20 years ago in China, it was for people to eat noodles or dumplings when they wanted fast food. Now,however,。
沪教牛津版九年级英语上册9AU8-1The gifts Reading
Describe the two characters after reading.
Della put on her old brown jacket and her old brown hat. Then she went out of the door and down the stairs to the street.
anxious eager excited hopeful nervous upset worried
When Della …
she felt …
upset. worried. hopeful. eager. excited. anxious. nervous.
The gifts
Describe the two characters. What qualities do they have?
Plot:
Beginning Middle Ending -
Plot: put the events in order according to the story.
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Plot: put the events in order according to the story.
Complete the table about Della’s feelings.
What gifts do people usually give on these following days?
We usually give gifts to others on special days.
on a wedding day
on a birthday
沪教版英语九年级上册-U1-U8-Reading-原文(含习题)讲解学习
沪教版英语九年级上册-U1-U8-R e a d i n g-原文(含习题)Unit1 Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first, he was very happy with it."It's a nice crown, isn't it?" he asked his men. Later, however, he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. "Is it made completely of gold?" he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth."This problem seems difficult to solve. What should I do?" thought Archimedes.Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water. When he got into the bath, some water ran over."That's it!" shouted Archimedes. "I know how to solve the king's problem!"Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king. First, he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next, he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both pots with water. He put the gold into one pot, and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot. This time, even more water ran into the bowl."Look at this," said Archimedes to King Hiero. "A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal. This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight, so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.""The crown maker tricked me, didn't he? What a bad man he is!" Shouted King Hiero. He then sent the crown maker to prison.C VocabularyC1 Here are some sentences from the story. Do you know the meanings of the words in italics? Circle the correct answers.1 Later, however, he began to doubt that ...a feel sureb not feel sure2 This problem seems difficult to solve.a write downb find the correct answer3 ... as he filled his bath with water.a made ... fullb emptied4 Next, he put two pots into two big bowls ...a deep round dishesb flat dishes5 A crown made completely of gold displaces less water ...a a littleb a smaller amount ofC2 Complete the story below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Certain fill real seem solve truthOne day, two women came to King Solomon with a baby boy. Both women said the boy was their son. No one knew which woman was telling the .King Solomon ordered a soldier to cut the boy in half, and divide the boy between the two women.The first woman said, "Go ahead. That' fair." However,the second woman was with fear. "No!" she shouted."Don't kill him! Let the other woman have him."King Solomon stopped the soldier. "Give the boy to the second woman," he said. "I'm____________that she's his mother."The woman took the baby boy home happily. Everyone was amazed at how King Solomon this problem.D ComprehensionD1 These pictures show the events of the story. Put them in the correctorder by writing the numbers 1-8 in the boxes.D2 Read the story again and answer the questions below in complete sentences.1 Why did King Hiero send the crown to Archimedes?2 What happened when Archimedes got into the bath?3 What did the crown maker do to the crown?More practiceA Read the story below and describe how Coo Chong weighed the elephant. Use the words from the box to help you.Cao Chong weighs an elephantCao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant. "What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?" he asked the crowd around him."Can we get a large scale?" asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough."Can we cut it up?" asked another soldier. "No. I don't want to kill it," said Cao Cao.Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. "I can weigh the elephant!" he said. "Let me have a try."Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, "This is the weight of the elephant."Cao Cao was very happy with his son. "My son is very clever, isn't he?"he said. Everyone agreed.lead ... onto mark rock weighgo lower take ... off go down add updraw a line fill ... with reachB Do you know any other wise kids in history? Share their stories with your classmates.Unit2 geniusesMany people consider Albert Einstein (1879-1955) a genius. This story about him shows that he also had a sense of humour.Einstein often received invitations to explain his theories at different universities. On these trips, his driver Hans often said to him, "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you, Dr Einstein."One evening, on their way to a university, Einstein said, "I'm so tired. I wish I could avoid giving my lecture tonight, Hans, but I don't want to let my audience down.""I know what to do," said Hans. "I can give the lecture for you. You can trust me. I've listened to your lecture so many times that I've learnt it by heart. No one knows you at this university, so they won't find out."So, they changed places. At the university, Hans was guided to the front of the hall. Einstein took a seat, listened to Hans give his lecture without difficulty, and joined in the applause at the end.However, before Hans left, a man shouted, "I'd like to ask you a question." He then asked a question so difficult that Hans had no idea what he was talking about.Einstein turned pale. "Oh no!" he thought. "Now we're in trouble." But Hans just laughed and said, "That's such an easy question that even my driver can answer it. Hans, please ... "Einstein stood up and answered the question perfectly.They left the university, with Einstein driving. A little later,Hans offered to drive. "No," laughed Einstein. "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you,Hans."C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the headlines. Change their forms if necessary.1 Farmer: It's a to work in the fields (happy thing)2 Doctors warn people to too much sun this summer (keep away from)3 Famous artist: yourself and your own ideas (believe in)4 Student learns the whole dictionary (by remembering every word)5 Astronaut returns to Earth (with no trouble at all)6 Dance on Saturday night!All students are invited to the activity (take part in)C2 Complete the diary below with the words from the box.consider sense universitylet ... down tonight17th MarchEarlier . my friend offered me a ticket for Dr Yang's lecture at the ___________ ,so I decided to go. Many people Dr Yang one of the cleverest women in the world. She did not me .The lecture was very successful.She also has a great of humour and made many people laugh.She received a lot of applause at the end.Understanding the structure of the plot of a short storyThe plot of a short story usually includes the following parts:• Opening: This part gives background information.• Rising action: This part describes a problem the characters face.• Turning point: Here the story takes an unexpected turn.• Falling action: This part describes how the problem is solved.• Ending: This part brings the story to an end.D ComprehensionD1 Read the story. Then complete the diagram below. Write the letters in the correct boxes.a Hans and Einstein left the university happily, with Einstein driving.b Einstein answered the question perfectly.c A man asked a difficult question.d Hans offered to give a lecture for Einstein.e Hans asked Einstein to answer the question.D2 Read the story again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then find evidence from the story to support your answers.1 Einstein was a popular lecturer. T / F2 Hans was tired of driving Einstein. T / F3 Hans had a very good memory. T / F4 The audience did not enjoy the lecture given by Hans. T / FMore practiceA Read this story about Albert Einstein and then answer the questions below.Einstein and the little girlOne afternoon, Einstein was walking home from work. At the same time, a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school. They were soon walking side by side. The girl looked at him curiously from time to time."Pardon me," the girl said, "but you look just like Albert Einstein.""That's because I am Albert Einstein!" Einstein said."I don't believe you," the girl said. "Everyone knows that Einstein is a genius. But you're wearing your sweater backwards, so you can't be very clever."Einstein began to laugh. "You're the first person to be so honest with me," he said to the girl. "It's a pleasure to hear someone tell me the truth about my look."After that day, the girl often went to visit Einstein's house after school. One afternoon, the girl's mother went to visit Einstein. She asked him why he spent so much time with her daughter."Our friendship is easy to explain," Einstein said. "Your daughter tells me the truth about my look and brings me cookies. In return, I help her with her Maths homework."1Where did Einstein and the little girl meet each other?2Why did the girl not believe Einstein?3Why did the girl's mother go to visit Einstein?4What made Einstein and the little girl become friends?Unit3 Family life in citiesPaula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life. She asked them somequestions. Here are their answers.Emily (aged 15)1 well, there are just three of us: my mum, my dad and me.2 Have I got many possessions? Yes, I’ve got a lot of things: a big T V, a new computer and amobile phone.3 No, I’m not expected to do the housework.4 We go out for dinner together sometimes, but my dad is often abroad on business, and mymum works too. We usually just do our own personal things.5No, they don’t usually set rules for me and since I’m a good daughter they never punish me. 6 Well, I like our new flat. It’s much bigger than our last one. But I feel lonely whenmy parents are away from home.Jerry (aged 14)1 My mum, dad, grandma and my sister Rosie. Although it sometimes feels crowded in ourlittle flat we don’t mind.2 No, I haven’t got many possessions. I have no interest in things like fashionable clothes.new fashions soon go out of date, don’t they? That’s what my grandma says.3 Yes, I help with the housework. I wash the dishes and even iron my own shirts. Mygrandma says young people should learn to look after themselves.4 Yes, we like doing things together. We eat meals together every day, and my family alwayscome to school events.5 Yes, I suppose they set some rules for me. For example, unless I finish all my homework, Ican’t watch TV, and I can’t go out with my friends either.6I love all my family very much. We have a close relationship, and we always support each other.C VocabularyC1 Find words from the interviews that have similar meanings to the words in italicsbelow.1 The film was not at all what everyone thought it would be about.2 Are you here for the activity of making, buying or selling things for money or pleasure?3 It is important to clear all your own things from the classroom when the school yearends.4 Many people are not attracted to this subject, but I want to know more about it.5 I think it is true that Jill will not come to work today because she is on a trip.C2 Complete the email below with the words from the box.abroad out of date supposemind relationshipTo : BobFrom: AlishaDear Bob,I'm writing to ask if you'd like to be my friend. My name is Alisha. I live in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.I that my family isn't very rich. We don't have many possessions. Our televisionis , and I don't get much pocket money. But I don't ,as we're a very close family.I have an excellent with my mother and father, so I'm happy.My teacher suggested that I should get a friend from to help improve my English. This idea seems to make sense. I hope you'll write back soon.Best wishes,AlishaD ComprehensionD1 What questions did Paula ask Emily and Jerry? Read the interviews and try to work them out. Use the words in brackets to help you.1 (Who, people, in family?) Who are the people in your family?2 (Have, get, many possessions?)3 (Do, housework?)4 (Do, go out, or, do things together, family?)5 (Do, parents, set rules for you?)6 (What, like, most, family?)D2 Paula has made some notes about the differences between Emily's and Jerry'sMore practiceA Read the article and then answer the questions below.How to communicate with your parentsMany young people have trouble communicating with their parents. However, there are some very useful tips to help solve this problem.First, make a list of the things you and your parents disagree about most. With each of these things, try to find an answer acceptable to both you and your parents. It is no good for you to require everything to go your way. You have to be ready to change a little if you want them to change.Second, talk to your parents when it is convenient for them. Remember that your parents may have to work long hours and this can make them tired, so be patient with them.Third, listen to what your parents have to say. How can you expect them to listen to you if you are not ready to listen to them? In addition, your parents were once young like you, so they understand your situation better than you expect.Finally, if you do not let a satisfactory result, try not to get too angry. Talk with your parents and find out their reasons. Part of growing up is learning to live with these kinds of disagreements, and learning to understand another person's way of looking at things.With a little hard work, you can learn to communicate better with your parents.1What must you be ready to do if you want your parents to change?2Why might your parents understand your situation better than you expect?3What is part of growing up?Unit4 problems and adviceMany newspaper and magazines have an advice page.People write to ask for help with their problems.The following internet posts were written by four teenagers to an online newspaper.Aunt Linda’s advice pageAnna (posted 26-11-18:25)I’m worried about my friend Jolin. She wants to be a model and she’s thin, but she thinks she’s fat. She’s always on a diet. She’s getting too thin, but whenever I talk to her about this, she gets angry. How can I help her?Peter (posted 28-11-19:00)I went out with a group of friends yesterday. We saw a lady lying in the street. She looked very sick. My friends made jokes about her and laughed. Though I wanted to help her, my friends told me not to. It was awful of them to laugh at her, and I regret not saying anything. I feel ashamed of myself should I do in this situation?Simon (posted 28-11-21:03)I’ve just started wearing braces, but I hate them. I don’t see any advantage in wearing them. My friends all laugh at me and say had things about me. I feel embarrassed when I smile or open my mouth. The braces hurt m y teeth, and it’s difficult for me to eat. I feel it was a mistake for my mother to make me wear these ugly braces. What do you suggest?Julie (posted 28-11-22:02)I have to share a room with my seven-year-old sister, and she’s driving me mad! She hasa ha bit of playing the piano when I’m stu dying, and she always takes my things without telling me. I try to keep the room tidy, but she always makes a mess. I love my sister, but sometimes she’s so annoying! What should I do?C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words on page 51. Find these words to complete the sentences. Change their forms if necessary.1 Jill likes wearing new clothes. She wants to be a when she grows up. (a person with a job to wear and show new clothes)2 Cindy had a fight with her mum, and she it soon after.(f eel sorry about doing something)3 Bob coffee. He never drinks it. (really do not like)4 We talked about the problem and Tim doing some research first. (put forward an idea or a plan)5 Peter's neighbour is making a lot of noise at night. He is driving Peter's family(very angry)C2 Complete the conversation below with the words from the box. Change theirforms if necessary.Awful mess suggestfeel ashamed of on a dietPaul: Hey Joe, why do people write to Aunt Linda?Joe: Because many people have problems.However, sometimes they talking to friends or parents, so they write to AuntLinda. She ways to help them. People are usually happy to get her advice. Paul: Well, I have a problem too. Maybe I should write to Aunt Linda.Joe: What's your problem? Maybe I can help you.Paul: It's about my elder sister. She wants to lose weight. Now she's . She doesn't eat much all day.She used to be full of energy, but now she's always tired, and her room is a .I'm worried about her.D ComprehensionD1 Read the Internet posts on page 51. Which person does each sentencedescribe?Write in the blanks.1 She often plays the piano when her elder sister is studying.2 She made Simon wear braces.3 She has many photos of thin models.More practiceRead Aunt Linda's replies to the Internet posts. Then complete the table below.Dear Anna,You're right to be worried about your friend John. She shouldn't stay on a diet if she's already very thin. You should try to get her to see a doctor. You should also tell her that she's not alone-we all worry about our looks sometimes.Dear peter,I believe you've learnt an important lesson-you'll regret it if you don't do the right thing at the right moment. Next time in the same situation, you should male up your own mind. You shouldn't listen to your friends. It was awful of them to laugh at a sick lady.Dear Simon,Lots of people wear braces these days, so you're not alone. If you stop paying attention to your friends, they'll stop laughing at you. So don't worry! I understand that it hurts sometimes, but think of the beautiful, straight teeth you'll have in a few months' time!Dear Julie,You should talk to your sister more. Ask her to play the piano only when you're not studying. Let her borrow your things only if she asks you first. Perhaps she just wants more attention from you. Try spending some time with her every day and you'll both learn how to live happily with each other.Unit5 actionSurprises at the studio"Five minutes to go," shouted the director. "Is everyone ready?" "I'm glad that I'm not one of the contestants!" Denise said. "I'm not that brave.""Oh, I'd love to be a contestant," said Angela.The three contestants were sitting at their desks on the stage and waiting.The hot lights were shining down upon them. Suddenly one of them passed out and fell across her desk.A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room above. "We need another contestant," he shouted. "Who among you wants to be on TV?"Angela raised her hand. "You're on!"the director shouted. He led her onto the stage, and a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly put make-up on Angela's face and brushed her hair."Ten seconds," shouted the director. "It's time for Travel Quiz, and here's your host, Lester Li!" said a loud voice. Lester Li ran out onto the stage. The quiz show began.Although Angela was not prepared, she seemed relaxed and did really well.She answered the questions with no problems and was soon ahead of the other two contestants.Twenty-five minutes later, Angela just had to answer six more questions to beat the other contestants and to win the prize.Denise was so excited that she could hardly keep still. Though the questions were getting more and more difficult,Angela kept getting them right.Soon there was just a single question between Angela and victory." And finally, where's Big Ben?" asked Lester."In England," replied Angela."Correct!" shouted Lester. "You're tonight's lucky winner. You've won tonight's prize-a trip for two to the lovely city of Paris!!"C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the sentences.1 Before an exam, it is important to stay and calm.(not worried)2 Our school football team the team from Riverside School. (won against)3 The child kept while she was having a haircut. (not moving; quiet)4 After the earthquake, there was just a building still standing in the neighbourhood.(only one)5 With new players, the football team finally found (success)C2 Complete one of the contestants' diary below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.beat director make-up relaxed upon26th AugustToday I took part in a quiz show at a TV studio. When I arrived, a woman put on my face, and brushed my hair.Then the came. He told me to stay and not to worry. It was really kind of him to do that. The hot lights shone down us. One of the contestants passed out before the show started, so the director chose another girl. The girl was called Angela. She knew a lot of things. She me and another contestant and finally won the prize. All of us were happy for Angela.I was sorry I didn't win, but I'll do better next time.D ComprehensionD1 Angela was interviewed later by a newspaper reporter. Read the article and answer the questions for Angela.Reporter: Where were you at first?Angela:Reporter: What happened before the programme started?Angela:Reporter: Who took the woman's place?Angela:Reporter: Who was the host?Angela:Reporter: Did you do well in the quiz?Angela: Yes.Reporter: What did you win?Angela:D2 Read the article again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Find facts in the article to support your answers. Then write down the facts.1 Denise probably would not want to be a contestant. T / F2 Angela prepared herself well for the quiz. T / F3 Denise and Angela are different in character. T / FMore practiceA Read the interview about two students' visit to the Film Park and then answer the questions below.We love the Film ParkReporter: What was the best part of your visit, Julia and Roddy?Julia and Roddy: The tour of the Film Park.Reporter: What did you like most about the Film Park tour?Julia: The Dinosaur Jungle was my favourite. It was hot and smelt like a real jungle. We saw some baby dinosaurs.Then a really big one appeared. Although it was only amodel, it looked very real! I almost jumped out of my skin!Roddy: I really liked the Great Wave. It was wonderful.Everything was quiet. Then suddenly we saw a huge wave coming towards us. There was a terrible noise,and the wave seemed to come over the top of us, but we didn't get wet at all! I don't know how they did it. Reporter: Did you see any famous stars at the film park?Roddy: No, we didn't, but we did visit a film set after the tour.The crew were shooting a scene showing some students in a school. They needed some more actors for the scene. To cut a long story short, the director chose me to appear in the film.Reporter: Oh, really? Did you enjoy working as an actor, Roddy?Roddy: Yes, I did. It was really interesting.Reporter: Did you have any difficulty in acting?Roddy: To be honest, it was a piece of cake!1What was the best part of the students' visit?2What did Julia like most about the Film Park tour?3What happened to Roddy at the f iln1 set?Unit6 What's a balanced diet?Doris and Samuel are having dinner in a restaurant.Samuel:I think I’ll have a hamburger, some chocolate cake and a large cola. How does that sound to you?Doris: That sounds terrible! I'll have a chicken sandwich, a salad, an apple and a glass of lemon tea. I've decided to stay away from fried food and soft drinks.Samuel: Since when?Doris: Since I had my medical examination. The doctor said that I needed to lose a bit of weight by avoiding fat, oil and sugar. He also stated that it's necessary for me to havea more balanced diet.Samuel:What's a balanced diet?Doris: A balanced diet means having different kinds of healthy food every day. Research shows that each day you should have plenty of fruit,vegetables and grain productssuch as noodles and bread. And, in general you should have fewer dairy products andeggs, and less meat.Samuel: But I believe my diet is balanced.Doris: Really? Do you remember what you had today?Samuel:Oh, the usual things. For breakfast,I had fried eggs and a large cup of coffee with a lot of milk and sugar. Then 1 treated myself to some ice cream for a snack.Doris: And for lunch?Samuel:For lunch, I had six chicken wings and a cola.Doris: I don't understand how that is a balanced diet!Samuel:Well, I have many different kinds of food every day.Doris: But all of these kinds of food are unhealthy for you.Samuel:OK, you're right. I'll change my diet ... tomorrow. Here comes my hamburger and chocolate cake!C VocabularyC1 Find words from the conversation that have similar meanings to the words in italicsbelow. Change their forms if necessary.1 Joan should not go near computer games. She has to study for exams.2 Before going to school, all of the students need a close look at their body by a doctor.3 The instructions say in a clear way that we need to cook this for five minutes.4 The film starts at seven and it is only five. We have a large amount of time to get there.5 After the play, they went to dinner. David paid for Jim because Jim was out of money. C2 Complete the article below with the words from the box. Change their forms ifnecessary.hamburger in general necessary research usualMost people think they eat what they want. However, this is not really true. Our eyesand ears are filled with advertisements for new food products. __________shows thatthese advertisements can change our eating habits.For example, 20 years ago in China, it was for people to eat noodles or dumplings when they wanted fast food. Now,however, many people eat or fried food. The reason for the difference is advertising.We should be careful when we are choosing our food. Remember it is to think before we eat.D ComprehensionD1 Read the conversation on page 83 and decide whether the sentences are T (True) orF (False). Then rewrite the false sentences with the correct information.1 Doris should avoid food with oil, fat and salt in order to lose weight.T/F2 A balanced diet means eating different kinds of delicious fond every day. T/F3 We should not cat too many dairy products and eggs, or too much meat. T/F4 Samuel's diet is not balanced. T/FD2 Read the conversation again and circle the correct answers.1 Doris does not want fried food and soft drinks because they are .a unhealthyb expensive2 Doris is having for dinner.a bread, dairy products, vegetables and fruitb bread, meat, vegetables and fruit3 To have a balanced diet, you should eat meat than vegetables and grain products.a moreb less4 Samuel's diet is full of .a fat, oil and sugarb fruit, vegetables and grains5 In this conversation, a "diet" is the food .a you usually cat and drinkb you eat in order to lose weight。
沪教版英语九年级上册-U1-U8-Reading-原文(含习题)
Unit1 Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first, he was very happy with it."It's a nice crown, isn't it?" he asked his men. Later, however, he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. "Is it made completely of gold?" he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth."This problem seems difficult to solve. What should I do?" thought Archimedes.Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water. When he got into the bath, some water ran over."That's it!" shouted Archimedes. "I know how to solve the king's problem!"Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king. First, he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next, he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both pots with water. He put the gold into one pot, and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot. This time, even more water ran into the bowl."Look at this," said Archimedes to King Hiero. "A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal. This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight, so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.""The crown maker tricked me, didn't he? What a bad man he is!" Shouted King Hiero. He then sent the crown maker to prison.C VocabularyC1 Here are some sentences from the story. Do you know the meanings of the words in italics? Circle the correct answers.1 Later, however, he began to doubt that ...a feel sureb not feel sure2 This problem seems difficult to solve.a write downb find the correct answer3 ... as he filled his bath with water.a made ... fullb emptied4 Next, he put two pots into two big bowls ...a deep round dishesb flat dishes5 A crown made completely of gold displaces less water ...a a littleb a smaller amount ofC2 Complete the story below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Certain fill real seem solve truthOne day, two women came to King Solomon with a baby boy. Both women said the boy was their son. No one knew which woman was telling the . King Solomon ordered a soldier to cut the boy in half, and divide the boy between the two women.The first woman said, "Go ahead. That' fair." However,the second womanwas with fear. "No!" she shouted."Don't kill him! Let the otherwoman have him."King Solomon stopped the soldier. "Give the boy to the second woman," he said."I'm ____________that she's his mother."The woman took the baby boy home happily. Everyone was amazed at how King Solomon this problem.D ComprehensionD1 These pictures show the events of the story. Put them in the correctorder by writing the numbers 1-8 in the boxes.D2 Read the story again and answer the questions below in complete sentences.1 Why did King Hiero send the crown to Archimedes?2 What happened when Archimedes got into the bath?3 What did the crown maker do to the crown?More practiceA Read the story below and describe how Coo Chong weighed the elephant. Use the words from the box to help you.Cao Chong weighs an elephantCao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant. "What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?" he asked the crowd around him."Can we get a large scale?" asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough."Can we cut it up?" asked another soldier. "No. I don't want to kill it," said Cao Cao.Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. "I can weigh the elephant!" he said. "Let me have a try."Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, "This is the weight of the elephant."Cao Cao was very happy with his son. "My son is very clever, isn't he?" he said. Everyone agreed.lead ... onto mark rock weighgo lower take ... off go down add updraw a line fill ... with reachB Do you know any other wise kids in history? Share their stories with your classmates.Unit2 geniusesMany people consider Albert Einstein (1879-1955) a genius. This story about him shows that he also had a sense of humour.Einstein often received invitations to explain his theories at different universities. On these trips, his driver Hans often said to him, "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you, Dr Einstein."One evening, on their way to a university, Einstein said, "I'm so tired.I wish I could avoid giving my lecture tonight, Hans, but I don't want to let my audience down.""I know what to do," said Hans. "I can give the lecture for you. You can trust me. I've listened to your lecture so many times that I've learnt it by heart. No one knows you at this university, so they won't find out."So, they changed places. At the university, Hans was guided to the front of the hall. Einstein took a seat, listened to Hans give his lecture without difficulty, and joined in the applause at the end.However, before Hans left, a man shouted, "I'd like to ask you a question." He then asked a question so difficult that Hans had no idea what he was talking about.Einstein turned pale. "Oh no!" he thought. "Now we're in trouble." But Hans just laughed and said, "That's such an easy question that even my driver can answer it. Hans, please ... "Einstein stood up and answered the question perfectly.They left the university, with Einstein driving. A little later,Hans offered to drive. "No," laughed Einstein. "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you,Hans."C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the headlines. Change their forms if necessary.1 Farmer: It's a to work in the fields (happy thing)2 Doctors warn people to too much sun this summer (keep away from)3 Famous artist: yourself and your own ideas (believe in)4 Student learns the whole dictionary (by remembering every word)5 Astronaut returns to Earth (with no trouble at all)6 Dance on Saturday night!All students are invited to the activity (take part in)C2 Complete the diary below with the words from the box.consider sense universitylet ... down tonight17th MarchEarlier . my friend offered me a ticket for Dr Yang's lecture at the ___________ ,so I decided to go. Many people Dr Yang one of the cleverest women in the world. She did not me .The lecture was very successful.She also has a great of humour and made many people laugh.She receiveda lot of applause at the end.Understanding the structure of the plot of a short storyThe plot of a short story usually includes the following parts:•Opening: This part gives background information.• Rising action: This part describes a problem the characters face.•Turning point: Here the story takes an unexpected turn.•Falling action: This part describes how the problem is solved.•Ending: This part brings the story to an end.D ComprehensionD1 Read the story. Then complete the diagram below. Write the letters in the correct boxes.a Hans and Einstein left the university happily, with Einstein driving.b Einstein answered the question perfectly.c A man asked a difficult question.d Hans offered to give a lecture for Einstein.e Hans asked Einstein to answer the question.D2 Read the story again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then find evidence from the story to support your answers.1 Einstein was a popular lecturer. T / F2 Hans was tired of driving Einstein. T / F3 Hans had a very good memory. T / F4 The audience did not enjoy the lecture given by Hans. T / FMore practiceA Read this story about Albert Einstein and then answer the questions below.Einstein and the little girlOne afternoon, Einstein was walking home from work. At the same time, a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school. They were soon walking side by side. The girl looked at him curiously from time to time."Pardon me," the girl said, "but you look just like Albert Einstein.""That's because I am Albert Einstein!" Einstein said."I don't believe you," the girl said. "Everyone knows that Einstein is a genius. But you're wearing your sweater backwards, so you can't be very clever."Einstein began to laugh. "You're the first person to be so honest with me," he said to the girl. "It's a pleasure to hear someone tell me the truth about my look."After that day, the girl often went to visit Einstein's house after school. One afternoon, the girl's mother went to visit Einstein. She asked him why he spent so much time with her daughter."Our friendship is easy to explain," Einstein said. "Your daughter tells me the truth about my look and brings me cookies. In return, I help her with her Maths homework."1Where did Einstein and the little girl meet each other?2Why did the girl not believe Einstein?3Why did the girl's mother go to visit Einstein?4What made Einstein and the little girl become friends?Unit3 Family life in citiesPaula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life. She asked them some questions. Here are their answers.Emily (aged 15)1 well, there are just three of us: my mum, my dad and me.2 Have I got many possessions? Yes, I’ve got a lot of things: a big TV, a newcomputer and a mobile phone.3 No, I’m not expected to do the housework.4 We go out for dinner together sometimes, but my dad is often abroad on business,and my mum works too. We usually just do our own personal things.5No, they don’t usually set rules for me and since I’m a good daughter they never punish me. 6 Well, I like our new flat. It’s much bigger than our last one. But I feel lonely when my parents are away from home.Jerry (aged 14)1 My mum, dad, grandma and my sister Rosie. Although it sometimes feels crowdedin our little flat we don’t mind.2 No, I haven’t got many possessions. I have no interest in things likefashionable clothes. new fashions soon go out of date, don’t they? That’s what my grandma says.3 Yes, I help with the housework. I wash the dishes and even iron my own shirts.My grandma says young people should learn to look after themselves.4 Yes, we like doing things together. We eat meals together every day, and myfamily always come to school events.5 Yes, I suppose they set some rules for me. For example, unless I finish allmy homework, I can’t watch TV, and I can’t go out with my friends either. 6I love all my family very much. We have a close relationship, and we always support each other.C VocabularyC1 Find words from the interviews that have similar meanings to the words in italics below.1 The film was not at all what everyone thought it would be about.2 Are you here for the activity of making, buying or selling things for moneyor pleasure?3 It is important to clear all your own things from the classroom when the school year ends.4 Many people are not attracted to this subject, but I want to know more aboutit.5 I think it is true that Jill will not come to work today because she is ona trip.C2 Complete the email below with the words from the box.abroad out of date supposemind relationshipTo : BobFrom: AlishaDear Bob,I'm writing to ask if you'd like to be my friend. My name is Alisha. I live in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.I that my family isn't very rich. We don't have many possessions. Our television is , and I don't get much pocket money. But I don't ,as we're a very close family. I have an excellent with my mother and father, so I'm happy.My teacher suggested that I should get a friend from to help improvemy English. This idea seems to make sense. I hope you'll write back soon.Best wishes,AlishaD ComprehensionD1 What questions did Paula ask Emily and Jerry? Read the interviews and tryto work them out. Use the words in brackets to help you.1 (Who, people, in family?) Who are the people in your family?2 (Have, get, many possessions?)3 (Do, housework?)4 (Do, go out, or, do things together, family?)5 (Do, parents, set rules for you?)6 (What, like, most, family?)D2 Paula has made some notes about the differences between Emily's and Jerry'sMore practiceA Read the article and then answer the questions below.How to communicate with your parentsMany young people have trouble communicating with their parents. However, there are some very useful tips to help solve this problem.First, make a list of the things you and your parents disagree about most. With each of these things, try to find an answer acceptable to both you and your parents. It is no good for you to require everything to go your way. You have to be ready to change a little if you want them to change.Second, talk to your parents when it is convenient for them. Remember that your parents may have to work long hours and this can make them tired, so be patient with them.Third, listen to what your parents have to say. How can you expect them to listen to you if you are not ready to listen to them? In addition, your parents were once young like you, so they understand your situation better than you expect.Finally, if you do not let a satisfactory result, try not to get too angry. Talk with your parents and find out their reasons. Part of growing up is learning to live with these kinds of disagreements, and learning to understand another person's way of looking at things.With a little hard work, you can learn to communicate better with your parents.1What must you be ready to do if you want your parents to change?2Why might your parents understand your situation better than you expect? 3What is part of growing up?Unit4 problems and adviceMany newspaper and magazines have an advice page.People write to ask for help with their problems.The following internet posts were written by four teenagers to an online newspaper.Aunt Linda’s advice pageAnna (posted 26-11-18:25)I’m worried about my friend Jolin. She wants to be a model and she’s thin, but she thinks she’s fat. She’s always on a diet. She’s getting too thin, but whenever I talk to her about this, she gets angry. How can I help her? Peter (posted 28-11-19:00)I went out with a group of friends yesterday. We saw a lady lying in thestreet. She looked very sick. My friends made jokes about her and laughed. Though I wanted to help her, my friends told me not to. It was awful of them to laugh at her, and I regret not saying anything. I feel ashamed of myself should I do in this situation?Simon (posted 28-11-21:03)I’ve just started wearing braces, but I hate them. I don’t see any advantage in wearing them. My friends all laugh at me and say had things about me. I feel embarrassed when I smile or open my mouth. The braces hurt my teeth, and it’s difficult for me to eat. I feel it was a mistake for my mother to make me wear these ugly braces. What do you suggest?Julie (posted 28-11-22:02)I have to share a room with my seven-year-old sister, and she’s driving me mad! She has a habit of playing the piano when I’m studying, and she always takes my things without telling me. I try to keep the room tidy, but she always makes a mess. I love my sister, but sometimes she’s so annoying! What should I do?C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words on page 51. Find these words to complete the sentences. Change their forms if necessary.1 Jill likes wearing new clothes. She wants to be a when she grows up. (a person with a job to wear and show new clothes)2 Cindy had a fight with her mum, and she it soon after.(f eel sorry about doing something)3 Bob coffee. He never drinks it. (really do not like)4 We talked about the problem and Tim doing some research first. (put forward an idea or a plan)5 Peter's neighbour is making a lot of noise at night. He is driving Peter's family (very angry)C2 Complete the conversation below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Awful mess suggestfeel ashamed of on a dietPaul: Hey Joe, why do people write to Aunt Linda?Joe: Because many people have problems.However, sometimes they talking to friends or parents, so they write to Aunt Linda. She ways to help them. People are usually happy to get her advice.Paul: Well, I have a problem too. Maybe I should write to Aunt Linda. Joe: What's your problem? Maybe I can help you.Paul:It's about my elder sister. She wants to lose weight. Now she's . She doesn't eat much all day.She used to be full of energy, but now she's always tired, and her room is a . I'm worried about her.D ComprehensionD1 Read the Internet posts on page 51. Which person does each sentence describe?Write in the blanks.1 She often plays the piano when her elder sister is studying.2 She made Simon wear braces.3 She has many photos of thin models.More practiceRead Aunt Linda's replies to the Internet posts. Then complete the table below.Dear Anna,You're right to be worried about your friend John. She shouldn't stay on a diet if she's already very thin. You should try to get her to see a doctor. You should also tell her that she's not alone-we all worry about our looks sometimes.Dear peter,I believe you've learnt an important lesson-you'll regret it if you don't do the right thing at the right moment. Next time in the same situation, you should male up your own mind. You shouldn't listen to your friends. It was awful of them to laugh at a sick lady.Dear Simon,Lots of people wear braces these days, so you're not alone. If you stop paying attention to your friends, they'll stop laughing at you. So don't worry! I understand that it hurts sometimes, but think of the beautiful, straight teeth you'll have in a few months' time!Dear Julie,You should talk to your sister more. Ask her to play the piano only when you're not studying. Let her borrow your things only if she asks you first. Perhaps she just wants more attention from you. Try spending some time with her every day and you'll both learn how to live happily with each other.Unit5 actionSurprises at the studio"Five minutes to go," shouted the director. "Is everyone ready?" "I'm glad that I'm not one of the contestants!" Denise said. "I'm not that brave.""Oh, I'd love to be a contestant," said Angela.The three contestants were sitting at their desks on the stage and waiting.The hot lights were shining down upon them. Suddenly one of them passed out and fell across her desk.A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room above. "We need another contestant," he shouted. "Who among you wants to be on TV?"Angela raised her hand. "You're on!"the director shouted. He led her onto the stage, and a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly put make-up on Angela's face and brushed her hair."Ten seconds," shouted the director. "It's time for Travel Quiz, and here's your host, Lester Li!" said a loud voice. Lester Li ran out onto the stage. The quiz show began.Although Angela was not prepared, she seemed relaxed and did really well.She answered the questions with no problems and was soon ahead of the other two contestants.Twenty-five minutes later, Angela just had to answer six more questions to beat the other contestants and to win the prize.Denise was so excited that she could hardly keep still. Though the questions were getting more and more difficult,Angela kept getting them right.Soon there was just a single question between Angela and victory." And finally, where's Big Ben?" asked Lester."In England," replied Angela."Correct!" shouted Lester. "You're tonight's lucky winner. You've won tonight's prize-a trip for two to the lovely city of Paris!!"C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these wordsto complete the sentences.1 Before an exam, it is important to stay and calm.(not worried)2 Our school football team the team from Riverside School. (wonagainst)3 The child kept while she was having a haircut. (not moving; quiet)4 After the earthquake, there was just a building still standingin the neighbourhood. (only one)5 With new players, the football team finally found (success) C2 Complete one of the contestants' diary below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.beat director make-up relaxed upon26th AugustToday I took part in a quiz show at a TV studio. When I arrived, a woman put on my face, and brushed my hair.Then the came. He told me to stay and not to worry. It was really kind of him to do that. The hot lights shone down us. One ofthe contestants passed out before the show started, so the director chose another girl. The girl was called Angela. She knew a lot of things. She me and another contestant and finally won the prize. All of us were happy for Angela.I was sorry I didn't win, but I'll do better next time.D ComprehensionD1 Angela was interviewed later by a newspaper reporter. Read the article and answer the questions for Angela.Reporter: Where were you at first?Angela:Reporter: What happened before the programme started?Angela:Reporter: Who took the woman's place?Angela:Reporter: Who was the host?Angela:Reporter: Did you do well in the quiz?Angela: Yes.Reporter: What did you win?Angela:D2 Read the article again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) orF (False). Find facts in the article to support your answers. Then write downthe facts.1 Denise probably would not want to be a contestant. T / F2 Angela prepared herself well for the quiz. T / F3 Denise and Angela are different in character. T / FMore practiceA Read the interview about two students' visit to the Film Park and then answer the questions below.We love the Film ParkReporter: What was the best part of your visit, Julia and Roddy?Julia and Roddy: The tour of the Film Park.Reporter: What did you like most about the Film Park tour?Julia: The Dinosaur Jungle was my favourite. It was hot and smelt like a real jungle. We saw some baby dinosaurs.Then a really big one appeared. Although it was only amodel, it looked very real! I almost jumped out of my skin!Roddy: I really liked the Great Wave. It was wonderful.Everything was quiet. Then suddenly we saw a huge wave coming towards us. There was a terrible noise,and the wave seemed to come over the top of us, but we didn't get wet at all! I don't know how they did it.Reporter: Did you see any famous stars at the film park?Roddy: No, we didn't, but we did visit a film set after the tour.The crew were shooting a scene showing some students in a school. They needed some more actors for the scene. To cut a long story short, the director chose me to appear in the film.Reporter: Oh, really? Did you enjoy working as an actor, Roddy?Roddy: Yes, I did. It was really interesting.Reporter: Did you have any difficulty in acting?Roddy: To be honest, it was a piece of cake!1What was the best part of the students' visit?2What did Julia like most about the Film Park tour?3What happened to Roddy at the f iln1 set?Unit6 What's a balanced diet?Doris and Samuel are having dinner in a restaurant.Samuel: I think I’ll have a hamburger, some chocolate cake and a large cola.How does that sound to you?Doris: That sounds terrible! I'll have a chicken sandwich, a salad, an apple and a glass of lemon tea. I've decided to stay away from fried food andsoft drinks.Samuel: Since when?Doris: Since I had my medical examination. The doctor said that I needed to losea bit of weight by avoiding fat, oil and sugar. He also stated that it'snecessary for me to have a more balanced diet.Samuel:What's a balanced diet?Doris: A balanced diet means having different kinds of healthy food every day.Research shows that each day you should have plenty of fruit,vegetablesand grain products such as noodles and bread. And, in general you shouldhave fewer dairy products and eggs, and less meat.Samuel: But I believe my diet is balanced.Doris: Really? Do you remember what you had today?Samuel:Oh, the usual things. For breakfast,I had fried eggs and a large cup of coffee with a lot of milk and sugar. Then 1 treated myself to someice cream for a snack.Doris: And for lunch?Samuel:For lunch, I had six chicken wings and a cola.Doris: I don't understand how that is a balanced diet!Samuel:Well, I have many different kinds of food every day.Doris: But all of these kinds of food are unhealthy for you.Samuel:OK, you're right. I'll change my diet ... tomorrow. Here comes my hamburger and chocolate cake!C VocabularyC1 Find words from the conversation that have similar meanings to the wordsin italics below. Change their forms if necessary.1 Joan should not go near computer games. She has to study for exams.2 Before going to school, all of the students need a close look at their bodyby a doctor.3 The instructions say in a clear way that we need to cook this for five minutes.4 The film starts at seven and it is only five. We have a large amount of timeto get there.5 After the play, they went to dinner. David paid for Jim because Jim was outof money.C2 Complete the article below with the words from the box. Change their formsifnecessary.hamburger in general necessary research usualMost people think they eat what they want. However, this is not reallytrue. Our eyes and ears are filled with advertisements for new food products. __________shows that these advertisements can change our eating habits.For example, 20 years ago in China, it was for people to eat noodlesor dumplings when they wanted fast food. Now,however, many people eat orfried food. The reason for the difference is advertising.We should be careful when we are choosing our food. Remember it is tothink before we eat.D ComprehensionD1 Read the conversation on page 83 and decide whether the sentences are T (True)or F (False). Then rewrite the false sentences with the correct information.1 Doris should avoid food with oil, fat and salt in order to lose weight.T/F2 A balanced diet means eating different kinds of delicious fond every day.T/F3 We should not cat too many dairy products and eggs, or too much meat. T/F4 Samuel's diet is not balanced. T/FD2 Read the conversation again and circle the correct answers.1 Doris does not want fried food and soft drinks because they are .a unhealthyb expensive2 Doris is having for dinner.a bread, dairy products, vegetables and fruitb bread, meat, vegetables and fruit3 To have a balanced diet, you should eat meat than vegetables and grainproducts.a moreb less4 Samuel's diet is full of .a fat, oil and sugarb fruit, vegetables and grains5 In this conversation, a "diet" is the food .a you usually cat and drink。
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阿基米德和金王冠Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first ,he was very happy with it.在古希腊，有一天，国王希罗让一个王冠制造商为他制作一项金王冠。
起初，他对它很满意。
“it’s a nice crown , isn’t it? ”he asked his men . later ,however, he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. “is it made completely of gold? ” he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth.“它是一个漂亮的王冠，不是吗？”他问他的大臣。
然而，后来，他开始怀疑它是一个真正的金王冠吗。
“它是完全用金子制造的吗？”他想知道。
他把王冠交给阿基米德，并要求他查明真相。
“This problem seems difficult to solve . what should I do ?”thought Archimedes.“这个问题似乎很难解决。
我应该怎么办？”阿基米德想。
Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water . when he got into the bath ,some water ran over.当他把浴缸装满水时，阿基米德仍在思考这个问题。
当他泡在浴缸里时，一些水溢出来。
“That’s it!” shouted Archimedes. “I know how to solve the kings problem!”“就是它了！”阿基米德喊道，“我知道怎么解决国王的问题了。
九年级英语上册 Chapter 1 Protecting the innocent课件 上海牛津版
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Sidney: He has pimples（痘子） all along the right side of his jaw because he needs to rest his chin (下巴) on the violin while he practices. Andrew: That makes sense. And the eyeglasses? Sidney: He squinted（眯起） his eyes when he read the menu on the wall; this shows that his eyesight has become worse since he got this pair of glasses. Andrew: All right. But how do you know how he came here? Sidney: Why, he still has the bus pass （公车票）in his left hand! Andrew: Wow, you're a regular Sherlock Holmes, aren't you? Sidney: Don't mind if I say so myself
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• Robbery • Murder • Stealing • Clue • Detective • Suspect • Taking sth. that is not yours • Sth. that helps you find the answer • Taking what is not yours from sb. • A kind of policeman • Killing someone • Someone the police think committed a crime
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Unit1 Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first, he was very happy with it."It's a nice crown, isn't it?" he asked his men. Later, however, he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. "Is it made completely of gold?" he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth."This problem seems difficult to solve. What should I do?" thought Archimedes.Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water. When he got into the bath, some water ran over."That's it!" shouted Archimedes. "I know how to solve the king's problem!"Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king. First, he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next, he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both pots with water. He put the gold into one pot, and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot. This time, even more water ran into the bowl."Look at this," said Archimedes to King Hiero. "A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal. This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight, so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.""The crown maker tricked me, didn't he? What a bad man he is!" Shouted King Hiero. He then sent the crown maker to prison.C VocabularyC1 Here are some sentences from the story. Do you know the meanings of the words in italics? Circle the correct answers.1 Later, however, he began to doubt that ...a feel sureb not feel sure2 This problem seems difficult to solve.a write downb find the correct answer3 ... as he filled his bath with water.a made ... fullb emptied4 Next, he put two pots into two big bowls ...a deep round dishesb flat dishes5 A crown made completely of gold displaces less water ...a a littleb a smaller amount ofC2 Complete the story below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Certain fill real seem solve truthOne day, two women came to King Solomon with a baby boy. Both women said the boy was their son. No one knew which woman was telling the .King Solomon ordered a soldier to cut the boy in half, and divide the boy between the two women.The first woman said, "Go ahead. That' fair." However,the second woman was with fear. "No!" she shouted."Don't kill him! Let the other woman have him."King Solomon stopped the soldier. "Give the boy to the second woman," he said. "I'm____________that she's his mother."The woman took the baby boy home happily. Everyone was amazed at how King Solomon this problem.D ComprehensionD1 T hese pictures show the events of the story. Put them in the correctorder by writing the numbers 1-8 in the boxes.D2 Read the story again and answer the questions below in complete sentences.1 Why did King Hiero send the crown to Archimedes?2 What happened when Archimedes got into the bath?3 What did the crown maker do to the crown?More practiceA Read the story below and describe how Coo Chong weighed the elephant. Use the words from the box to help you.Cao Chong weighs an elephantCao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant. "What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?" he asked the crowd around him."Can we get a large scale?" asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough."Can we cut it up?" asked another soldier. "No. I don't want to kill it," said Cao Cao.Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. "I can weigh the elephant!" he said. "Let me have a try."Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, "This is the weight of the elephant."Cao Cao was very happy with his son. "My son is very clever, isn't he?"he said. Everyone agreed.lead ... onto mark rock weighgo lower take ... off go down add updraw a line fill ... with reachB Do you know any other wise kids in history? Share their stories with your classmates.Unit2 geniusesMany people consider Albert Einstein (1879-1955) a genius. This story about him shows that he also had a sense of humour.Einstein often received invitations to explain his theories at different universities. On these trips, his driver Hans often said to him, "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you, Dr Einstein."One evening, on their way to a university, Einstein said, "I'm so tired. I wish I could avoid giving my lecture tonight, Hans, but I don't want to let my audience down.""I know what to do," said Hans. "I can give the lecture for you. You can trust me. I've listened to your lecture so many times that I've learnt it by heart. No one knows you at this university, so they won't find out."So, they changed places. At the university, Hans was guided to the front of the hall. Einstein took a seat, listened to Hans give his lecture without difficulty, and joined in the applause at the end.However, before Hans left, a man shouted, "I'd like to ask you a question." He then asked a question so difficult that Hans had no idea what he was talking about.Einstein turned pale. "Oh no!" he thought. "Now we're in trouble." But Hans just laughed and said, "That's such an easy question that even my driver can answer it. Hans, please ... "Einstein stood up and answered the question perfectly.They left the university, with Einstein driving. A little later,Hans offered to drive. "No," laughed Einstein. "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you,Hans."C VocabularyC1 T he words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the headlines. Change their forms if necessary.1 Farmer: It's a to work in the fields (happy thing)2 Doctors warn people to too much sun this summer (keep away from)3 Famous artist: yourself and your own ideas (believe in)4 Student learns the whole dictionary (by remembering every word)5 Astronaut returns to Earth (with no trouble at all)6 Dance on Saturday night!All students are invited to the activity (take part in) C2 Complete the diary below with the words from the box.consider sense universitylet ... down tonight17th MarchEarlier . my friend offered me a ticket for Dr Yang's lecture at the ___________ ,so I decided to go. Many people Dr Yang one of the cleverest women in the world. She did not me .The lecture was very successful.She also has a great of humour and made many people laugh.She received a lot of applause at the end.Understanding the structure of the plot of a short storyThe plot of a short story usually includes the following parts:• Opening: This part gives background information.• Rising action: This part describes a problem the characters face.• Turning point: Here the story takes an unexpected turn.• Falling action: This part describes how the problem is solved.• Ending: This part brings the story to an end.D ComprehensionD1 Read the story. Then complete the diagram below. Write the letters in the correct boxes.a Hans and Einstein left the university happily, with Einstein driving.b Einstein answered the question perfectly.c A man asked a difficult question.d Hans offered to give a lecture for Einstein.e Hans asked Einstein to answer the question.D2 Read the story again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then find evidence from the story to support your answers.1 Einstein was a popular lecturer. T / F2 Hans was tired of driving Einstein. T / F3 Hans had a very good memory. T / F4 The audience did not enjoy the lecture given by Hans. T / FMore practiceA Read this story about Albert Einstein and then answer the questions below.Einstein and the little girlOne afternoon, Einstein was walking home from work. At the same time, a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school. They were soon walking side by side. The girl looked at him curiously from time to time."Pardon me," the girl said, "but you look just like Albert Einstein.""That's because I am Albert Einstein!" Einstein said."I don't believe you," the girl said. "Everyone knows that Einstein is a genius. But you're wearing your sweater backwards, so you can't be very clever."Einstein began to laugh. "You're the first person to be so honest with me," he said to the girl. "It's a pleasure to hear someone tell me the truth about my look."After that day, the girl often went to visit Einstein's house after school. One afternoon, the girl's mother went to visit Einstein. She asked him why he spent so much time with her daughter."Our friendship is easy to explain," Einstein said. "Your daughter tells me the truth about my look and brings me cookies. In return, I help her with her Maths homework."1Where did Einstein and the little girl meet each other?2Why did the girl not believe Einstein?3Why did the girl's mother go to visit Einstein?4What made Einstein and the little girl become friends?Unit3 Family life in citiesPaula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life. She asked them some questions. Here are their answers.Emily (aged 15)1 well, there are just three of us: my mum, my dad and me.2 Have I got many possessions? Yes, I’ve got a lot of things: a big TV, a new computer anda mobile phone.3 No, I’m not expected to do the housework.4 We go out for dinner together sometimes, but my dad is often abroad on business, and mymum works too. We usually just do our own personal things.5No, they don’t usually set rules for me and since I’m a good daughter they never punish me. 6 Well, I like our new flat. It’s much bigger than our last one. But I feel lonely when my parents are away from home.Jerry (aged 14)1 My mum, dad, grandma and my sister Rosie. Although it sometimes feels crowded in ourlittle flat we don’t mind.2 No, I haven’t got many possessions. I have no inter est in things like fashionable clothes.new fashions soon go out of date, don’t they? That’s what my grandma sa ys.3 Yes, I help with the housework. I wash the dishes and even iron my own shirts. Mygrandma says young people should learn to look after themselves.4 Yes, we like doing things together. We eat meals together every day, and my familyalways come to school events.5 Yes, I suppose they set some rules for me. For example, unless I finish all my homework,I can’t watch TV, and I can’t go out with my friends either.6I love all my family very much. We have a close relationship, and we always support each other.C VocabularyC1 Find words from the interviews that have similar meanings to the words in italics below.1 The film was not at all what everyone thought it would be about.2 Are you here for the activity of making, buying or selling things for money or pleasure?3 It is important to clear all your own things from the classroom when the school year ends.4 Many people are not attracted to this subject, but I want to know more about it.5 I think it is true that Jill will not come to work today because she is on a trip.C2 Complete the email below with the words from the box.abroad out of date supposemind relationshipTo : BobFrom:AlishaDear Bob,I'm writing to ask if you'd like to be my friend. My name is Alisha. I live in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.I that my family isn't very rich. We don't have many possessions. Our television is , and I don't get much pocket money. But I don't ,as we're a very close family. I have an excellent with my mother and father, so I'm happy.My teacher suggested that I should get a friend from to help improve my English. This idea seems to make sense. I hope you'll write back soon.Best wishes,AlishaD ComprehensionD1 What questions did Paula ask Emily and Jerry? Read the interviews and try to work them out. Use the words in brackets to help you.1 (Who, people, in family?) Who are the people in your family?2 (Have, get, many possessions?)3 (Do, housework?)4 (Do, go out, or, do things together, family?)5 (Do, parents, set rules for you?)6 (What, like, most, family?)D2 Paula has made some notes about the differences between Emily's and Jerry'sMore practiceA Read the article and then answer the questions below.How to communicate with your parentsMany young people have trouble communicating with their parents. However, there are some very useful tips to help solve this problem.First, make a list of the things you and your parents disagree about most. With each of these things, try to find an answer acceptable to both you and your parents. It is no good for you to require everything to go your way. You have to be ready to change a little if you want them to change.Second, talk to your parents when it is convenient for them. Remember that your parents may have to work long hours and this can make them tired, so be patient with them.Third, listen to what your parents have to say. How can you expect them to listen to you if you are not ready to listen to them? In addition, your parents were once young like you, so they understand your situation better than you expect.Finally, if you do not let a satisfactory result, try not to get too angry. Talk with your parents and find out their reasons. Part of growing up is learning to live with these kinds of disagreements, and learning to understand another person's way of looking at things.With a little hard work, you can learn to communicate better with your parents.1What must you be ready to do if you want your parents to change?2Why might your parents understand your situation better than you expect?3What is part of growing up?Unit4 problems and adviceMany newspaper and magazines have an advice page.People write to ask for help with their problems.The following internet posts were written by four teenagers to an online newspaper.Aunt Linda’s advice pageAnna (posted 26-11-18:25)I’m worried about my friend Jolin. She wants to be a model and she’s thin, but she thinks she’s fat. She’s always on a diet. She’s getting too thin, but whenever I talk to her about this, she gets angry. How can I help her?Peter (posted 28-11-19:00)I went out with a group of friends yesterday. We saw a lady lying in the street. She looked very sick. My friends made jokes about her and laughed. Though I wanted to help her, my friends told me not to. It was awful of them to laugh at her, and I regret not saying anything. I feel ashamed of myself should I do in this situation?Simon (posted 28-11-21:03)I’ve just started wearing braces, but I hate them. I don’t see any advantage in wearing them. My friends all laugh at me and say had things about me. I feel embarrassed when I smi le or open my mouth. The braces hurt my teeth, and it’s difficult for me to eat. I feel it was a mistake for my mother to make me wear these ugly braces. What do you suggest?Julie (posted 28-11-22:02)I have to share a room with my seven-year-old sister, and she’s driving me mad! She hasa habit of playing the piano when I’m stu dying, and she always takes my things without telling me. I try to keep the room tidy, but she always makes a mess. I love my sister, but sometimes she’s so annoying! What should I do?C VocabularyC1 T he words in italics explain the meanings of some words on page 51. Find these words to complete the sentences. Change their forms if necessary.1 Jill likes wearing new clothes. She wants to be a when she grows up.(a person with a job to wear and show new clothes)2 Cindy had a fight with her mum, and she it soon after.(f eel sorry about doing something)3 Bob coffee. He never drinks it. (really do not like)4 We talked about the problem and Tim doing some research first. (put forward an idea or a plan)5 Peter's neighbour is making a lot of noise at night. He is driving Peter's family (very angry)C2 Complete the conversation below with the words from the box. Change theirforms if necessary.Awful mess suggestfeel ashamed of on a dietPaul:Hey Joe, why do people write to Aunt Linda?Joe: Because many people have problems.However, sometimes they talking to friends or parents, so they write toAunt Linda. She ways to help them. People are usually happy to get her advice.Paul:Well, I have a problem too. Maybe I should write to Aunt Linda.Joe: What's your problem? Maybe I can help you.Paul: It's about my elder sister. She wants to lose weight. Now she's . She doesn't eat much all day.She used to be full of energy, but now she's always tired, and her room isa . I'm worried about her.D ComprehensionD1 Read the Internet posts on page 51. Which person does each sentence describe?Write in the blanks.1 She often plays the piano when her elder sister is studying.2 She made Simon wear braces.3 She has many photos of thin models.More practiceRead Aunt Linda's replies to the Internet posts. Then complete the table below.Dear Anna,You're right to be worried about your friend John. She shouldn't stay on a diet if she's already very thin. You should try to get her to see a doctor. You should also tell her that she's not alone-we all worry about our looks sometimes.Dear peter,I believe you've learnt an important lesson-you'll regret it if you don't do the right thing at the right moment. Next time in the same situation, you should male up your own mind. You shouldn't listen to your friends. It was awful of them to laugh at a sick lady.Dear Simon,Lots of people wear braces these days, so you're not alone. If you stop paying attention to your friends, they'll stop laughing at you. So don't worry! I understand that it hurts sometimes, but think of the beautiful, straight teeth you'll have in a few months' time!Dear Julie,You should talk to your sister more. Ask her to play the piano only when you're not studying. Let her borrow your things only if she asks you first. Perhaps she just wants more attention from you. Try spending some time with her every day and you'll both learn how to live happily with each other.Unit5 actionSurprises at the studio"Five minutes to go," shouted the director. "Is everyone ready?" "I'm glad that I'm not one of the contestants!" Denise said. "I'm not that brave.""Oh, I'd love to be a contestant," said Angela.The three contestants were sitting at their desks on the stage and waiting.The hot lights were shining down upon them. Suddenly one of them passed out and fell across her desk.A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room above. "We need another contestant," he shouted. "Who among you wants to be on TV?"Angela raised her hand. "You're on!"the director shouted. He led her onto the stage, and a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly put make-up on Angela's face and brushed her hair."Ten seconds," shouted the director. "It's time for Travel Quiz, and here's your host, Lester Li!" said a loud voice. Lester Li ran out onto the stage. The quiz show began.Although Angela was not prepared, she seemed relaxed and did really well.She answered the questions with no problems and was soon ahead of the other two contestants.Twenty-five minutes later, Angela just had to answer six more questions to beat the other contestants and to win the prize.Denise was so excited that she could hardly keep still. Though the questions were getting more and more difficult,Angela kept getting them right.Soon there was just a single question between Angela and victory." And finally, where's Big Ben?" asked Lester."In England," replied Angela."Correct!" shouted Lester. "You're tonight's lucky winner. You've won tonight's prize-a trip for two to the lovely city of Paris!!"C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the sentences.1 Before an exam, it is important to stay and calm.(not worried)2 Our school football team the team from Riverside School. (won against)3 The child kept while she was having a haircut. (not moving; quiet)4 After the earthquake, there was just a building still standing in theneighbourhood. (only one)5 With new players, the football team finally found (success)C2 Complete one of the contestants' diary below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.beat director make-up relaxed upon26th AugustToday I took part in a quiz show at a TV studio. When I arrived, a woman put on myface, and brushed my hair.Then the came. He told me to stay and not to worry. It was really kind of him to do that. The hot lights shone down us. One of the contestants passed out before the show started, so the director chose another girl. The girl was called Angela. She knew a lot of things. She me and another contestant and finally won the prize. All of us were happy for Angela.I was sorry I didn't win, but I'll do better next time.D ComprehensionD1 Angela was interviewed later by a newspaper reporter. Read the article and answer the questions for Angela.Reporter:Where were you at first?Angela:Reporter:What happened before the programme started?Angela:Reporter:Who took the woman's place?Angela:Reporter:Who was the host?Angela:Reporter:Did you do well in the quiz?Angela:Yes.Reporter:What did you win?Angela:D2 Read the article again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Find facts in the article to support your answers. Then write down the facts.1 Denise probably would not want to be a contestant. T / F2 Angela prepared herself well for the quiz. T / F3 Denise and Angela are different in character. T / FMore practiceA Read the interview about two students' visit to the Film Park and then answer the questions below.We love the Film ParkReporter: What was the best part of your visit, Julia and Roddy?Julia and Roddy: The tour of the Film Park.Reporter: What did you like most about the Film Park tour?Julia: The Dinosaur Jungle was my favourite. It was hot and smelt like a real jungle. We saw some baby dinosaurs.Then a really big one appeared. Although it was only amodel, it looked very real! I almost jumped out of my skin!Roddy: I really liked the Great Wave. It was wonderful.Everything was quiet. Then suddenly we saw a huge wave coming towards us. There was a terrible noise,and the wave seemed to come over the top of us, but we didn't get wet at all! I don't know how they did it. Reporter: Did you see any famous stars at the film park?Roddy: No, we didn't, but we did visit a film set after the tour.The crew were shooting a scene showing some students in a school. They needed some more actors for the scene. To cut a long story short, the director chose me to appear in the film.Reporter: Oh, really? Did you enjoy working as an actor, Roddy?Roddy: Yes, I did. It was really interesting.Reporter: Did you have any difficulty in acting?Roddy: To be honest, it was a piece of cake!1What was the best part of the students' visit?2What did Julia like most about the Film Park tour?3What happened to Roddy at the f iln1 set?Unit6 What's a balanced diet?Doris and Samuel are having dinner in a restaurant.Samuel:I think I’ll have a hamburger, some chocolate cake and a large cola. How does that sound to you?Doris: That sounds terrible! I'll have a chicken sandwich, a salad, an apple and a glass of lemon tea. I've decided to stay away from fried food and soft drinks.Samuel: Since when?Doris: Since I had my medical examination. The doctor said that I needed to lose a bit of weight by avoiding fat, oil and sugar. He also stated that it's necessary for me to have a more balanced diet.Samuel:What's a balanced diet?Doris: A balanced diet means having different kinds of healthy food every day. Research shows that each day you should have plenty of fruit,vegetables and grain products such as noodles and bread. And, in general you should have fewer dairy products and eggs, and less meat.Samuel: But I believe my diet is balanced.Doris:Really? Do you remember what you had today?Samuel:O h, the usual things. For breakfast,I had fried eggs and a large cup of coffee with a lot of milk and sugar. Then 1 treated myself to some ice cream for a snack.Doris:And for lunch?Samuel:For lunch, I had six chicken wings and a cola.Doris:I don't understand how that is a balanced diet!Samuel:Well, I have many different kinds of food every day.Doris:But all of these kinds of food are unhealthy for you.Samuel:O K, you're right. I'll change my diet ... tomorrow. Here comes my hamburger and chocolate cake!C VocabularyC1 Find words from the conversation that have similar meanings to the words in italics below. Change their forms if necessary.1 Joan should not go near computer games. She has to study for exams.2 Before going to school, all of the students need a close look at their body by a doctor.3 The instructions say in a clear way that we need to cook this for five minutes.4 The film starts at seven and it is only five. We have a large amount of time to get there.5 After the play, they went to dinner. David paid for Jim because Jim was out of money.C2 Complete the article below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.hamburger in general necessary research usualMost people think they eat what they want. However, this is not really true. Our eyes and ears are filled with advertisements for new food products. __________shows that these advertisements can change our eating habits.For example, 20 years ago in China, it was for people to eat noodles ordumplings when they wanted fast food. Now,however, many people eat or fried food. The reason for the difference is advertising.We should be careful when we are choosing our food. Remember it is to think before we eat.D ComprehensionD1 R ead the conversation on page 83 and decide whether the sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then rewrite the false sentences with the correct information.1 Doris should avoid food with oil, fat and salt in order to lose weight.T/F2 A balanced diet means eating different kinds of delicious fond every day. T/F3 We should not cat too many dairy products and eggs, or too much meat. T/F4 Samuel's diet is not balanced. T/FD2 Read the conversation again and circle the correct answers.1 Doris does not want fried food and soft drinks because they are .a unhealthyb expensive2 Doris is having for dinner.a bread, dairy products, vegetables and fruitb bread, meat, vegetables and fruit3 To have a balanced diet, you should eat meat than vegetables and grainproducts.a moreb less4 Samuel's diet is full of .a fat, oil and sugarb fruit, vegetables and grains5 In this conversation, a "diet" is the food .a you usually cat and drinkb you eat in order to lose weight。
沪教牛津 初中 英语 九年级上册(九上)
very /ˈveri/ ad. 很，非常tell /tel/ vt. (told,told)告诉；讲述；吩咐happy /ˈhæpi/ a. 幸福的；快乐的，高兴的him /hɪm/ pron. 他（宾格）down /daʊn/ prep. 沿着，沿…而下◎ad. 向下son /sʌn/ n. 儿子his /hɪs/ pron. 他的find /faɪnd/ vt. (found,found)找到，发现，感到clever /ˈklevə(r)/ a. 聪明的，伶俐的me /mi:/ pron. 我（宾格）huge /hju:dʒ/ a. 巨大的，庞大的let /let/ vt. (let,let)让up /ʌp/ ad.向上；在上方；起来；在…以上◎a. 上面的，向上的，上行的◎n. 上升；上坡；上行；繁荣has /hæs; həz/ v. 动词 have 的第三人称单数现在式day /deɪ/ n. （一）天，（一）日；白天add /æd/ vt. 添加，增加all /ɔ:l/ ad.全部地◎a. 全（部）；所有的；总；整◎pron. 全部；全体人员large /lɑ:(r)dʒ/ a. 大的；巨大的want /wɑ:nt; wɒnt/ vt. 想，想要；需要，必要this /ðɪs/ a.&pron. 这，这个is /ɪz/ v.是it /ɪt/ pron. 它then /ðen/ ad. 当时，那时；然后；那么(通常用于句首或句尾)agree /əˈɡri:/ v. 同意；应允fill /fɪl/ vt. 填空，装满my /maɪ/ pron. 我的water /ˈwɑ:tə(r); ˈwɔ:tə(r)/ n. 水◎v. 浇水onto /ˈɒntu/ ,/ˈɑ:ntu/ a. 到…的上面heavy /ˈhevi/ a. 重的take /teɪk/ vt. (took,taken)拿；拿走；做；服用；乘坐；花费as /æz ; əz/ conj. 像…一样；如同；因为◎prep. 作为，当做animal /ˈænɪml/ n. 动物elephant /ˈelɪfənt/ n. 象no /nəʊ/ ad. 不，不是◎a. 没有，无，不some /sʌm/ a. 一些，若干；有些；某一◎pron. 若干，一些cut /kʌt/ v. (cut,cut)切，剪，削，割◎n. 伤口young /jʌŋ/ a. 年轻的idea /aɪˈdi:ə; aɪˈdɪə/ n. 主意，意见，打算，想法line /laɪn/ n. 绳索，线，排，行，线路◎v. 画线于，（使）成行another /əˈnʌðə(r)/ a. 再一；另一；别的；不同的◎pron.另一个I /aɪ/ pron. 我sun /sʌn/ n. 太阳，阳光沪教牛津 九上Unit1 More practice 单词：around/əˈraʊnd/ad. 在周围；在附近◎prep. 在…周围；we/wi:/pron. 我们大约out/aʊt/ ad. 出外；在外,向外；熄rock/rɑ:k; rɒk/ n. 岩石，大石头◎vt. 摇，摇晃how/haʊ/ad. 怎样，如何；多少；多么can/kæn/ modal-v.(could) 可能；能够；可以◎a. （美）罐头；罐子◎n. （美）垃圾桶 can,garbageinto/ˈɪntə/prep. 到…里；向内；变成and/ænd； ənd/conj. 和；又；而of/ɒv; əv/prep. (表示所属,数量,其中)…的get/get/vt. (got,got)成为；得到；具有；到达have/hæv; həv/vt. (had,had)有；吃；喝；进行；经受just/ʤʌst/ ad. 刚才；恰好；不过；仅◎a. 公正的a/ə; eɪ/art. 一（个、件…）on/ɑ:n; ɒn/n.&ad. 在…上（时），关于◎ad. （穿，放…）上；接通；进行下去；（电灯）开side/saɪd/n. 边，旁边，面，侧面one/wʌn/pron. 一（个，只…）◎num. 一again/əˈɡen/,/əˈɡeɪn/ad. 再一次；再，又go/gəʊ/ vi. (went,gone)去；走；驶；通到；到达◎n. 尝试（做某事）say/seɪ/vt. (said,said)说，讲draw/drɔ:/v. (drew,drawn)绘画；绘制；拉，拖；提取（金钱）kill/kɪl/v. 杀死，弄死boat/bəʊt/n. 小船，小舟with/wɪð,wɪθ/prep. 关于；带有；以；和；用；有the/ði:; ðə/art. 这（那）个，这（那）些（用于特定人或物，序数词,最高级，专有名词，世上独一无二事物前）what/wɑ:t; wɒt/pron. 什么，怎么样◎a. 多么，何等；什ask/ɑ:sk/,/æsk/v. 问，询问；请求，要求；邀请么until/ənˈtɪl/prep.&conj. 直到…为止to/tu: ； tə/prep. （动词不定式符号，无词义）；（表示接受动作的人或物）给；对，向，到；在…之前he/hi:/pron. 他walk/wɔ:k/n.&v. 步行；散步mark/mɑ:(r)k/n. 标记◎vt. 标明，作记号于文章：1. Cao Chong weighs an elephant2. Cao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.3. One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant.4. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant.5. “What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?” he asked the crowd around him.6. “Can we get a large scale?” asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough.7. “Can we cut it up?” asked another soldier. “No. I don't want to kill it,” said Cao Cao.8. Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. “I can weigh the elephant!” he said “let me have a try.”9. Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat.10. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water.11. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went.very /ˈveri/ ad. 很，非常big /bɪg/ a. 大的bad /bæd/ a. (比较级worse,最高级worst)坏的；有害的，不利的；严重的happy /ˈhæpi/ a. 幸福的；快乐的，高兴的about /əˈbaʊt/ ad. 大约；到处；四处◎prep. 关于；在各处；四处when /wen/ conj. 当…的时候◎ad. 什么时候，何时put /pʊt/ vt. (put,put)放，摆problem /ˈprɑ:bləm; ˈprɒbləm/ n. 问题，难题still /stɪl/ a. 不动的，平静的◎ad. 仍然，还in /ɪn/ prep. 在…里(内)；在…；以…◎ad. 在家，在内，向内is /ɪz/ v.是it /ɪt/ pron. 它then /ðen/ ad. 当时，那时；然后；那么(通常用于句首或句尾)ancient /ˈeɪnʃənt/ a. 古代的，古老的as /æz ; əz/ conj. 像…一样；如同；因为◎prep. 作为，当做at /æt/ prep. 在（几点钟）；在（某处）even /ˈi:vn/ ad. 甚至，连（…都）；更completely /kəmˈpli:tli/ adv.彻底地；完整地begin /bɪˈɡɪn/ v. (began,begun)开始，着手other /ˈʌðə(r)/ pron. 别人，别的东西◎a. 别的，另外的another /əˈnʌðə(r)/ a. 再一；另一；别的；不同的◎pron.另一个I /aɪ/ pron. 我two /tu:/ num. 二out /aʊt/ ad. 出外；在外,向外；熄gold /ɡəʊld/ n. 黄金◎a 金的，黄金的into /ˈɪntə/ prep. 到…里；向内；变成how /haʊ/ ad. 怎样，如何；多少；多么see /si:/ vt. (saw,seen)看见，看到；领会；拜会same /seɪm/ n. 同样的事 a 同样的，同一的pot /pɑ:t ; pɒt/ n. 锅，壶，瓶，罐get /get/ vt. (got,got)成为；得到；具有；到达man /mæn/ n. (复men)成年男人；人，人类shout /ʃaʊt/ n.&v. 喊，高声呼喊so /səʊ/ ad. 如此，这么；非常；同样◎conj. 因此，所以a /ə; eɪ/ art. 一（个、件…）think /θɪŋk/ v. (thought,thought)想；认为；考虑more /mɔ:(r)/ a. （much 或many 的比较级）另外的；附加的；较多的◎ad. 再；另外；而且；更◎n. 更多的量；另外的 一些one /wʌn/ pron. 一（个，只…）◎num. 一nice /naɪs/ a. 令人愉快的；好的，漂亮的the /ði:; ðə/ art. 这（那）个，这（那）些（用于特定人或物，序数词,最高级，专有名词，世上独一无二事物前）straight /streɪt/ a. 一直的，直的◎ad. 一直地，直地ask /ɑ:sk/,/æsk/ v. 问，询问；请求，要求；邀请12. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.13. Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, “This is the weight of the elephant.”14. Cao Cao was very happy with his son. “My son is very clever, isn't he” he said. Everyone agreed.Unit1 Reading 单词：to/tu: ； tə/prep. （动词不定式符号，无词义）；（表示接受动作的人或物）给；对，向，到；在…之前certain/ˈsɜ:(r)tn/a. （未指明真实名称的）某…；确定的，无疑的；一定会…first/fɜ:(r)st/num. 第一◎a.&ad. 第一；首次；最初◎n. 开始；开端run/rʌn/vi. (ran,run)跑，奔跑；（颜色）褪色do/du:, də/v.&aux. (did,done)don't=do not 做，干（用以构成疑问句及否定句。
九年级英语上册上海牛津版U2课文部分
九年级英语上册上海牛津版U2课文部分Unit 2 Traditional skillstext1. traditional skills2. a traditional festival3. try to guess the meaning of the words if necessary4. a fishing rod5. look quickly at ...6. be about the future of this type of work7. describe how the man works8 sit on the side of the river9. cook a meal10. over = more than11. of average height12. Although he is an elderly man, he is strong enough to control his craft in the river where he lives and works with his cormorants.13. be good at = ________________14. be used to do sth = be used for doing sth15. dive down 25 metres16. stay underwater for up to two minutes17. require sth to do sth18. It is done for him by his 12 cormorants.19. set off = set out20. When he reaches the right place, he stops.21. push the birds into the water22. be frightened by23. A light is hung from the front of the raft.24. enable sb to do sthenable Damin to see better25. attract sb26. bring sth back to sp27. remove ... from ...28. some ... the rest/the others ....29. The fish are removed from the birds' mouths by Damin and thrown into a big basket.30. Some of the fish are sold, and the rest are divided between Damin's family and the cormorants.31. He is teaching his grandson everything he knows.32. However, few young people are interested doing this type of work in the modern world.33. In 50 years, perhaps there will be no more cormorant fishermen in the world.34. be fat from eating too much35. make his raft go where he wants36. take away from37. each of38. correct -- ______________39. underline the mistake and correct it40. find words in the article to complete the Millie's e-mail to Jenny41. it is a good idea to do sth42. for example = _______________ = ________________43. all the time44. I saw a television programme about an elderly man who fishes with birds called cormorants.45. hope (that) ...hope to do sth46. choose the right answers47. passive voiceactive voice48. Active sentences tell us who or what does something.49. A new cormorant is raised by Damin.50. male -- ____________51. lay/produce several eggs52. After 25 days, it is hatched by a chicken on Damin's houseboat where he lives with his family.53. At this time it is watched very carefully by the fisherman.54. as soon as = on + V-ing55. As soon as he sees the cormorant breaking the egg, he takes it away from the chicken.56. The baby cormorant is looked after by Damin himself.57. be (not) allowed to do sth58. allow sb to do sth59. grow stronger day by day60. After two months it is taken to join the other birds on the raft, although it will not learn to catch fish for another year or more.61. We can make passive sentences that tell us who or what does something by adding phrase with by.62. be famous for63. These days, works of art are produced by artists who work for big businesses in China.64. be proud of = ___________________65. A lot of enjoyment is given to many people by these paintings.66. A film crew from France decided to make a programme about Damin.67. perform each action68. come from France to China69. An interpreter was employed by the France producer because he didn't speak Chinese.70. in the end = ____________ = __________________71. a friendly face72. The cameras and lights were transported by lorry to where Damin lives.73. Below is what the French producer said to Damin after the filming.74. translate French into Chinese75. the future passive form76. thank sb for doing sth77. be very grateful78. do some more work on sth79. add ... to ...80. It will be made into a programme for television.81. Our programme will be shown on television stations in many countries around the world.81. millions of people82. see sb do sthsee sb doing sth83. listen to sb do sth84. make the same mistake86. imagine that ...87. suitable88. Could you answer a few questions, please?89. at the moment90. start doing sthstart to do sth91. have got/have92. make sure that ...93. tie a piece of grass around the neck of each bird94. hang a light at the front of my raft95. in the darkness96. think of more questions that you can ask Damin97. role-play the interview with a partner98. mention sth99. build = the shape of one's body100. well-built101. moustache102. read the descriptions below103. police officer104. police station105. take ... to ...106. describe the person who dropped the note107. describe sth/sb to sb108. guess who dropped the the note109. decide to do sth110. describe a person who has a traditional skill or job 111.a paper cutter112. make up a name for your character113. What does she look like?114. describe the things this person uses115. look at the past/future116. How long is the history of this skill?117. happen to sbhappen to do sth118. in the future -- ____________________119. besides/except/except for/apart from120. thousands of different types of tea121. by hand122. After it has been picked, the tea is processed into black tea, oolong tea, green tea or white tea.123. Black tea was invented in China during the Ming Dynasty as a way to keep tea fresh when it was transported long distances.124. it is (not) surprising that ...125. As tea has to travel a long distance to reach palces such as the UK, Canada and Australia, it is not surprising that westerners drink mostly black tea. 126. The majority of the world drinks green tea. 127. herbal tea128. in the same way129. This is because ...130. instead of131. to truly be tea132. All tea naturally contains caffeine, which comes from the tea leaves.133. Decaffeinated tea is regular tea that has been processed to remove the caffeine.134. organic teanon-organic tea135. This is tea that comes from plants that have been grown without the use of any chemicals.136. People believe that ...137. a number ofthe number of138. Do you know how many types of tea there are in China?139. find out where they come from140. write the name of the province141. next to = ___________142. at Christmas 143. in a polite way 144. electronic products 145. every 10 minutes。
沪教版英语九年级上册-U1-U8-Reading-原文(含习题)
Unit1 Archimedes and the golden crownOne day in ancient Greece, King Hiero asked a crown maker to make him a golden crown. At first, he was very happy with it."It's a nice crown, isn't it?" he asked his men. Later, however, he began to doubt that it was a real golden crown. "Is it made completely of gold?" he wondered. He sent it to Archimedes and asked him to find out the truth."This problem seems difficult to solve. What should I do?" thought Archimedes.Archimedes was still thinking about this problem as he filled his bath with water. When he got into the bath, some water ran over."That's it!" shouted Archimedes. "I know how to solve the king's problem!"Archimedes went straight to the palace to see the king. First, he weighed the crown and asked the king for some gold of the same weight.Next, he put two pots into two big bowls and filled both pots with water. He put the gold into one pot, and some water ran into the bowl. Then he put the crown into the other pot. This time, even more water ran into the bowl."Look at this," said Archimedes to King Hiero. "A crown made completely of gold displaces less water than a crown made of gold and another metal. This crown displaced more water than gold of the same weight, so I'm certain that it's not completely made of gold.""The crown maker tricked me, didn't he? What a bad man he is!" Shouted King Hiero. He then sent the crown maker to prison.C VocabularyC1 Here are some sentences from the story. Do you know the meanings of the words in italics? Circle the correct answers.1 Later, however, he began to doubt that ...a feel sureb not feel sure2 This problem seems difficult to solve.a write downb find the correct answer3 ... as he filled his bath with water.a made ... fullb emptied4 Next, he put two pots into two big bowls ...a deep round dishesb flat dishes5 A crown made completely of gold displaces less water ...a a littleb a smaller amount ofC2 Complete the story below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.Certain fill real seem solve truthOne day, two women came to King Solomon with a baby boy. Both women said the boy was their son. No one knew which woman was telling the .King Solomon ordered a soldier to cut the boy in half, and divide the boy between the two women.The first woman said, "Go ahead. That' fair." However,the second woman was with fear. "No!" she shouted."Don't kill him! Let the other woman have him."King Solomon stopped the soldier. "Give the boy to the second woman," he said. "I'm____________that she's his mother."The woman took the baby boy home happily. Everyone was amazed at how King Solomon this problem.D ComprehensionD1 T hese pictures show the events of the story. Put them in the correctorder by writing the numbers 1-8 in the boxes.D2 Read the story again and answer the questions below in complete sentences.1 Why did King Hiero send the crown to Archimedes?2 What happened when Archimedes got into the bath?3 What did the crown maker do to the crown?More practiceA Read the story below and describe how Coo Chong weighed the elephant. Use the words from the box to help you.Cao Chong weighs an elephantCao Chong was the son of Cao Cao.One day, Sun Quan sent Cao Cao a present. It was a huge elephant. Cao Cao wanted to find out the weight of the elephant. "What a huge animal it is! Can anyone tell me how to weigh it?" he asked the crowd around him."Can we get a large scale?" asked a soldier. However, no one could find a scale large enough."Can we cut it up?" asked another soldier. "No. I don't want to kill it," said Cao Cao.Just then, young Cao Chong had a wonderful idea. "I can weigh the elephant!" he said. "Let me have a try."Cao Chong asked some soldiers to lead the elephant onto a boat. As the heavy animal walked onto it, the boat went lower into the water. Cao Chong drew a line on the side of the boat to mark how low it went. The elephant was then taken off the boat and the boat was filled with rocks until it went down again and water reached the line on the boat.Cao Chong then weighed the rocks. He added up the weight of all the rocks and said, "This is the weight of the elephant."Cao Cao was very happy with his son. "My son is very clever, isn't he?"he said. Everyone agreed.lead ... onto mark rock weighgo lower take ... off go down add updraw a line fill ... with reachB Do you know any other wise kids in history? Share their stories with your classmates.Unit2 geniusesMany people consider Albert Einstein (1879-1955) a genius. This story about him shows that he also had a sense of humour.Einstein often received invitations to explain his theories at different universities. On these trips, his driver Hans often said to him, "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you, Dr Einstein."One evening, on their way to a university, Einstein said, "I'm so tired. I wish I could avoid giving my lecture tonight, Hans, but I don't want to let my audience down.""I know what to do," said Hans. "I can give the lecture for you. You can trust me. I've listened to your lecture so many times that I've learnt it by heart. No one knows you at this university, so they won't find out."So, they changed places. At the university, Hans was guided to the front of the hall. Einstein took a seat, listened to Hans give his lecture without difficulty, and joined in the applause at the end.However, before Hans left, a man shouted, "I'd like to ask you a question." He then asked a question so difficult that Hans had no idea what he was talking about.Einstein turned pale. "Oh no!" he thought. "Now we're in trouble." But Hans just laughed and said, "That's such an easy question that even my driver can answer it. Hans, please ... "Einstein stood up and answered the question perfectly.They left the university, with Einstein driving. A little later,Hans offered to drive. "No," laughed Einstein. "It's a pleasure to drive a genius like you,Hans."C VocabularyC1 T he words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the headlines. Change their forms if necessary.1 Farmer: It's a to work in the fields (happy thing)2 Doctors warn people to too much sun this summer (keep away from)3 Famous artist: yourself and your own ideas (believe in)4 Student learns the whole dictionary (by remembering every word)5 Astronaut returns to Earth (with no trouble at all)6 Dance on Saturday night!All students are invited to the activity (take part in) C2 Complete the diary below with the words from the box.consider sense universitylet ... down tonight17th MarchEarlier . my friend offered me a ticket for Dr Yang's lecture at the ___________ ,so I decided to go. Many people Dr Yang one of the cleverest women in the world. She did not me .The lecture was very successful.She also has a great of humour and made many people laugh.She received a lot of applause at the end.Understanding the structure of the plot of a short storyThe plot of a short story usually includes the following parts:• Opening: This part gives background information.• Rising action: This part describes a problem the characters face.• Turning point: Here the story takes an unexpected turn.• Falling action: This part describes how the problem is solved.• Ending: This part brings the story to an end.D ComprehensionD1 Read the story. Then complete the diagram below. Write the letters in the correct boxes.a Hans and Einstein left the university happily, with Einstein driving.b Einstein answered the question perfectly.c A man asked a difficult question.d Hans offered to give a lecture for Einstein.e Hans asked Einstein to answer the question.D2 Read the story again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then find evidence from the story to support your answers.1 Einstein was a popular lecturer. T / F2 Hans was tired of driving Einstein. T / F3 Hans had a very good memory. T / F4 The audience did not enjoy the lecture given by Hans. T / FMore practiceA Read this story about Albert Einstein and then answer the questions below.Einstein and the little girlOne afternoon, Einstein was walking home from work. At the same time, a 12-year-old girl was walking home from school. They were soon walking side by side. The girl looked at him curiously from time to time."Pardon me," the girl said, "but you look just like Albert Einstein.""That's because I am Albert Einstein!" Einstein said."I don't believe you," the girl said. "Everyone knows that Einstein is a genius. But you're wearing your sweater backwards, so you can't be very clever."Einstein began to laugh. "You're the first person to be so honest with me," he said to the girl. "It's a pleasure to hear someone tell me the truth about my look."After that day, the girl often went to visit Einstein's house after school. One afternoon, the girl's mother went to visit Einstein. She asked him why he spent so much time with her daughter."Our friendship is easy to explain," Einstein said. "Your daughter tells me the truth about my look and brings me cookies. In return, I help her with her Maths homework."1Where did Einstein and the little girl meet each other?2Why did the girl not believe Einstein?3Why did the girl's mother go to visit Einstein?4What made Einstein and the little girl become friends?Unit3 Family life in citiesPaula interviewed two teenagers for a programme on family life. She asked them some questions. Here are their answers.Emily (aged 15)1 well, there are just three of us: my mum, my dad and me.2 Have I got many possessions? Yes, I’ve got a lot of things: a big TV, a new computer anda mobile phone.3 No, I’m not expected to do the housework.4 We go out for dinner together sometimes, but my dad is often abroad on business, and mymum works too. We usually just do our own personal things.5No, they don’t usually set rules for me and since I’m a good daughter they never punish me. 6 Well, I like our new flat. It’s much bigger than our last one. But I feel lonely when my parents are away from home.Jerry (aged 14)1 My mum, dad, grandma and my sister Rosie. Although it sometimes feels crowded in ourlittle flat we don’t mind.2 No, I haven’t got many possessions. I have no inter est in things like fashionable clothes.new fashions soon go out of date, don’t they? That’s what my grandma sa ys.3 Yes, I help with the housework. I wash the dishes and even iron my own shirts. Mygrandma says young people should learn to look after themselves.4 Yes, we like doing things together. We eat meals together every day, and my familyalways come to school events.5 Yes, I suppose they set some rules for me. For example, unless I finish all my homework,I can’t watch TV, and I can’t go out with my friends either.6I love all my family very much. We have a close relationship, and we always support each other.C VocabularyC1 Find words from the interviews that have similar meanings to the words in italics below.1 The film was not at all what everyone thought it would be about.2 Are you here for the activity of making, buying or selling things for money or pleasure?3 It is important to clear all your own things from the classroom when the school year ends.4 Many people are not attracted to this subject, but I want to know more about it.5 I think it is true that Jill will not come to work today because she is on a trip.C2 Complete the email below with the words from the box.abroad out of date supposemind relationshipTo : BobFrom:AlishaDear Bob,I'm writing to ask if you'd like to be my friend. My name is Alisha. I live in Cairo, the capital of Egypt.I that my family isn't very rich. We don't have many possessions. Our television is , and I don't get much pocket money. But I don't ,as we're a very close family. I have an excellent with my mother and father, so I'm happy.My teacher suggested that I should get a friend from to help improve my English. This idea seems to make sense. I hope you'll write back soon.Best wishes,AlishaD ComprehensionD1 What questions did Paula ask Emily and Jerry? Read the interviews and try to work them out. Use the words in brackets to help you.1 (Who, people, in family?) Who are the people in your family?2 (Have, get, many possessions?)3 (Do, housework?)4 (Do, go out, or, do things together, family?)5 (Do, parents, set rules for you?)6 (What, like, most, family?)D2 Paula has made some notes about the differences between Emily's and Jerry'sMore practiceA Read the article and then answer the questions below.How to communicate with your parentsMany young people have trouble communicating with their parents. However, there are some very useful tips to help solve this problem.First, make a list of the things you and your parents disagree about most. With each of these things, try to find an answer acceptable to both you and your parents. It is no good for you to require everything to go your way. You have to be ready to change a little if you want them to change.Second, talk to your parents when it is convenient for them. Remember that your parents may have to work long hours and this can make them tired, so be patient with them.Third, listen to what your parents have to say. How can you expect them to listen to you if you are not ready to listen to them? In addition, your parents were once young like you, so they understand your situation better than you expect.Finally, if you do not let a satisfactory result, try not to get too angry. Talk with your parents and find out their reasons. Part of growing up is learning to live with these kinds of disagreements, and learning to understand another person's way of looking at things.With a little hard work, you can learn to communicate better with your parents.1What must you be ready to do if you want your parents to change?2Why might your parents understand your situation better than you expect?3What is part of growing up?Unit4 problems and adviceMany newspaper and magazines have an advice page.People write to ask for help with their problems.The following internet posts were written by four teenagers to an online newspaper.Aunt Linda’s advice pageAnna (posted 26-11-18:25)I’m worried about my friend Jolin. She wants to be a model and she’s thin, but she thinks she’s fat. She’s always on a diet. She’s getting too thin, but whenever I talk to her about this, she gets angry. How can I help her?Peter (posted 28-11-19:00)I went out with a group of friends yesterday. We saw a lady lying in the street. She looked very sick. My friends made jokes about her and laughed. Though I wanted to help her, my friends told me not to. It was awful of them to laugh at her, and I regret not saying anything. I feel ashamed of myself should I do in this situation?Simon (posted 28-11-21:03)I’ve just started wearing braces, but I hate them. I don’t see any advantage in wearing them. My friends all laugh at me and say had things about me. I feel embarrassed when I smi le or open my mouth. The braces hurt my teeth, and it’s difficult for me to eat. I feel it was a mistake for my mother to make me wear these ugly braces. What do you suggest?Julie (posted 28-11-22:02)I have to share a room with my seven-year-old sister, and she’s driving me mad! She hasa habit of playing the piano when I’m stu dying, and she always takes my things without telling me. I try to keep the room tidy, but she always makes a mess. I love my sister, but sometimes she’s so annoying! What should I do?C VocabularyC1 T he words in italics explain the meanings of some words on page 51. Find these words to complete the sentences. Change their forms if necessary.1 Jill likes wearing new clothes. She wants to be a when she grows up.(a person with a job to wear and show new clothes)2 Cindy had a fight with her mum, and she it soon after.(f eel sorry about doing something)3 Bob coffee. He never drinks it. (really do not like)4 We talked about the problem and Tim doing some research first. (put forward an idea or a plan)5 Peter's neighbour is making a lot of noise at night. He is driving Peter's family (very angry)C2 Complete the conversation below with the words from the box. Change theirforms if necessary.Awful mess suggestfeel ashamed of on a dietPaul:Hey Joe, why do people write to Aunt Linda?Joe: Because many people have problems.However, sometimes they talking to friends or parents, so they write toAunt Linda. She ways to help them. People are usually happy to get her advice.Paul:Well, I have a problem too. Maybe I should write to Aunt Linda.Joe: What's your problem? Maybe I can help you.Paul: It's about my elder sister. She wants to lose weight. Now she's . She doesn't eat much all day.She used to be full of energy, but now she's always tired, and her room isa . I'm worried about her.D ComprehensionD1 Read the Internet posts on page 51. Which person does each sentence describe?Write in the blanks.1 She often plays the piano when her elder sister is studying.2 She made Simon wear braces.3 She has many photos of thin models.More practiceRead Aunt Linda's replies to the Internet posts. Then complete the table below.Dear Anna,You're right to be worried about your friend John. She shouldn't stay on a diet if she's already very thin. You should try to get her to see a doctor. You should also tell her that she's not alone-we all worry about our looks sometimes.Dear peter,I believe you've learnt an important lesson-you'll regret it if you don't do the right thing at the right moment. Next time in the same situation, you should male up your own mind. You shouldn't listen to your friends. It was awful of them to laugh at a sick lady.Dear Simon,Lots of people wear braces these days, so you're not alone. If you stop paying attention to your friends, they'll stop laughing at you. So don't worry! I understand that it hurts sometimes, but think of the beautiful, straight teeth you'll have in a few months' time!Dear Julie,You should talk to your sister more. Ask her to play the piano only when you're not studying. Let her borrow your things only if she asks you first. Perhaps she just wants more attention from you. Try spending some time with her every day and you'll both learn how to live happily with each other.Unit5 actionSurprises at the studio"Five minutes to go," shouted the director. "Is everyone ready?" "I'm glad that I'm not one of the contestants!" Denise said. "I'm not that brave.""Oh, I'd love to be a contestant," said Angela.The three contestants were sitting at their desks on the stage and waiting.The hot lights were shining down upon them. Suddenly one of them passed out and fell across her desk.A cameraman helped the woman off the stage.The director hurried down from the control room above. "We need another contestant," he shouted. "Who among you wants to be on TV?"Angela raised her hand. "You're on!"the director shouted. He led her onto the stage, and a make-up artist rushed forward. She quickly put make-up on Angela's face and brushed her hair."Ten seconds," shouted the director. "It's time for Travel Quiz, and here's your host, Lester Li!" said a loud voice. Lester Li ran out onto the stage. The quiz show began.Although Angela was not prepared, she seemed relaxed and did really well.She answered the questions with no problems and was soon ahead of the other two contestants.Twenty-five minutes later, Angela just had to answer six more questions to beat the other contestants and to win the prize.Denise was so excited that she could hardly keep still. Though the questions were getting more and more difficult,Angela kept getting them right.Soon there was just a single question between Angela and victory." And finally, where's Big Ben?" asked Lester."In England," replied Angela."Correct!" shouted Lester. "You're tonight's lucky winner. You've won tonight's prize-a trip for two to the lovely city of Paris!!"C VocabularyC1 The words in italics explain the meanings of some words. Find these words to complete the sentences.1 Before an exam, it is important to stay and calm.(not worried)2 Our school football team the team from Riverside School. (won against)3 The child kept while she was having a haircut. (not moving; quiet)4 After the earthquake, there was just a building still standing in theneighbourhood. (only one)5 With new players, the football team finally found (success)C2 Complete one of the contestants' diary below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.beat director make-up relaxed upon26th AugustToday I took part in a quiz show at a TV studio. When I arrived, a woman put on myface, and brushed my hair.Then the came. He told me to stay and not to worry. It was really kind of him to do that. The hot lights shone down us. One of the contestants passed out before the show started, so the director chose another girl. The girl was called Angela. She knew a lot of things. She me and another contestant and finally won the prize. All of us were happy for Angela.I was sorry I didn't win, but I'll do better next time.D ComprehensionD1 Angela was interviewed later by a newspaper reporter. Read the article and answer the questions for Angela.Reporter:Where were you at first?Angela:Reporter:What happened before the programme started?Angela:Reporter:Who took the woman's place?Angela:Reporter:Who was the host?Angela:Reporter:Did you do well in the quiz?Angela:Yes.Reporter:What did you win?Angela:D2 Read the article again and decide whether these sentences are T (True) or F (False). Find facts in the article to support your answers. Then write down the facts.1 Denise probably would not want to be a contestant. T / F2 Angela prepared herself well for the quiz. T / F3 Denise and Angela are different in character. T / FMore practiceA Read the interview about two students' visit to the Film Park and then answer the questions below.We love the Film ParkReporter: What was the best part of your visit, Julia and Roddy?Julia and Roddy: The tour of the Film Park.Reporter: What did you like most about the Film Park tour?Julia: The Dinosaur Jungle was my favourite. It was hot and smelt like a real jungle. We saw some baby dinosaurs.Then a really big one appeared. Although it was only amodel, it looked very real! I almost jumped out of my skin!Roddy: I really liked the Great Wave. It was wonderful.Everything was quiet. Then suddenly we saw a huge wave coming towards us. There was a terrible noise,and the wave seemed to come over the top of us, but we didn't get wet at all! I don't know how they did it. Reporter: Did you see any famous stars at the film park?Roddy: No, we didn't, but we did visit a film set after the tour.The crew were shooting a scene showing some students in a school. They needed some more actors for the scene. To cut a long story short, the director chose me to appear in the film.Reporter: Oh, really? Did you enjoy working as an actor, Roddy?Roddy: Yes, I did. It was really interesting.Reporter: Did you have any difficulty in acting?Roddy: To be honest, it was a piece of cake!1What was the best part of the students' visit?2What did Julia like most about the Film Park tour?3What happened to Roddy at the f iln1 set?Unit6 What's a balanced diet?Doris and Samuel are having dinner in a restaurant.Samuel:I think I’ll have a hamburger, some chocolate cake and a large cola. How does that sound to you?Doris: That sounds terrible! I'll have a chicken sandwich, a salad, an apple and a glass of lemon tea. I've decided to stay away from fried food and soft drinks.Samuel: Since when?Doris: Since I had my medical examination. The doctor said that I needed to lose a bit of weight by avoiding fat, oil and sugar. He also stated that it's necessary for me to have a more balanced diet.Samuel:What's a balanced diet?Doris: A balanced diet means having different kinds of healthy food every day. Research shows that each day you should have plenty of fruit,vegetables and grain products such as noodles and bread. And, in general you should have fewer dairy products and eggs, and less meat.Samuel: But I believe my diet is balanced.Doris:Really? Do you remember what you had today?Samuel:O h, the usual things. For breakfast,I had fried eggs and a large cup of coffee with a lot of milk and sugar. Then 1 treated myself to some ice cream for a snack.Doris:And for lunch?Samuel:For lunch, I had six chicken wings and a cola.Doris:I don't understand how that is a balanced diet!Samuel:Well, I have many different kinds of food every day.Doris:But all of these kinds of food are unhealthy for you.Samuel:O K, you're right. I'll change my diet ... tomorrow. Here comes my hamburger and chocolate cake!C VocabularyC1 Find words from the conversation that have similar meanings to the words in italics below. Change their forms if necessary.1 Joan should not go near computer games. She has to study for exams.2 Before going to school, all of the students need a close look at their body by a doctor.3 The instructions say in a clear way that we need to cook this for five minutes.4 The film starts at seven and it is only five. We have a large amount of time to get there.5 After the play, they went to dinner. David paid for Jim because Jim was out of money.C2 Complete the article below with the words from the box. Change their forms if necessary.hamburger in general necessary research usualMost people think they eat what they want. However, this is not really true. Our eyes and ears are filled with advertisements for new food products. __________shows that these advertisements can change our eating habits.For example, 20 years ago in China, it was for people to eat noodles ordumplings when they wanted fast food. Now,however, many people eat or fried food. The reason for the difference is advertising.We should be careful when we are choosing our food. Remember it is to think before we eat.D ComprehensionD1 R ead the conversation on page 83 and decide whether the sentences are T (True) or F (False). Then rewrite the false sentences with the correct information.1 Doris should avoid food with oil, fat and salt in order to lose weight.T/F2 A balanced diet means eating different kinds of delicious fond every day. T/F3 We should not cat too many dairy products and eggs, or too much meat. T/F4 Samuel's diet is not balanced. T/FD2 Read the conversation again and circle the correct answers.1 Doris does not want fried food and soft drinks because they are .a unhealthyb expensive2 Doris is having for dinner.a bread, dairy products, vegetables and fruitb bread, meat, vegetables and fruit3 To have a balanced diet, you should eat meat than vegetables and grainproducts.a moreb less4 Samuel's diet is full of .a fat, oil and sugarb fruit, vegetables and grains5 In this conversation, a "diet" is the food .a you usually cat and drinkb you eat in order to lose weight。