Is it good to be in the middle? Sometimes, no, like when you’re in the middle seat on a long car ride. But sometimes, yes, like when you’re in the middle of a great movie. What will happen next? Middle school is a little bit like that.
For a kid, going to middle school is a big change: First, it often means moving to a new building. You have to take some time to adjust (适应). Second, it may mean taking a different bus, with different students. Third, the friends you made in primary school may end up going to different middle schools.
All that can make you feel a bit scared on the first day of school. Here is some advice to help you on your first day.
Get to bed on time the night before. Before bed, put all your things into your schoolbag so you don’t forget anything.
On the big day, eat breakfast and be brave (勇敢的). On your way out the door, take everything you need and try to say “hi” to everyone you meet.
In class, listen to the teachers carefully and take notes. Try to write down the important things, and then you can look it over when you get home and be prepared (准备) for the next day.
1.The following are some big changes for kids going to middle school EXCEPT ________.
A.making new friends B.having less homework C.moving to a new building
2.Which is the right way to get ready for a big day?
A.Eat as much as possible for breakfast.
B.Pack your schoolbag with the things you need.
C.Go to bed as early as possible the night before.
3.You should say ‘hi’ to everyone to show that you are _________.
A.hard-working B.friendly C.serious
4.Which are good habits for middle school students according to the passage?
①Listen to your teachers. ②Take careful notes. ③Speak actively and loudly.
④Review your notes from time to time. ⑤Get ready for the next day’s lessons.
A.①②④⑤ B.①②③④ C.②③④⑤
5.The story is mainly about ________.
A.how to get ready for middle school life
B.how to get good grades in middle school
C.what changes may happen in the future
Last month we asked our students about their free time activities. Our questions were about exercise, use of the Internet and watching TV. Here are the results.
We found that only fifteen percent of our students exercise every day. Forty-five percent exercise four to six times a week. Twenty percent exercise only one to three times a week. And twenty percent do not exercise at all.
We all know that many students often go online, but we were surprised that ninety percent of them use the Internet every day. The other ten percent use it at least three or four times a week. Most students use it for fun and not for homework.
The answer to our questions about watching television were also interesting. Only two percent of the students watch TV one to three times a week. Thirteen percent watch TV four to six times a week. And eighty-five percent watch TV every day! Although many students like to watch sports, game shows are the most popular.
It is good to relax by using the Internet or watching game shows, but we think the best way to relax is through exercise. It is healthy for the mind and the body. Exercise such as playing sports is fun, and you can spend time with your friends and family as you play together. And remember, “old habits die hard”. So start exercising before it’s too late!
1.What is the survey NOT about _________.
A.use of the Internet B.watching TV C.reading books
2.________ of the students exercise 4-6 times a week.
A.15% B.45% C.20%
3.Many students like watching ________ the best.
A.sports B.talent shows C.game shows
4.________ is the best way to relax according to the passage.
A.Using the Internet B.Watching game shows C.Doing exercise
5.The underlined sentence in the last paragraph means ________.
A.积习难改 B.习惯成自然 C.亡羊补牢
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1.Tom needs to go to work by train, he can choose_________.
A.Flat A B.Flat B C.Flat C
2.Jenny likes gardening on weekends, she can call _______ for more details.
A.07348 0848153 B.07122 7476933 C.020 933 9458
3.Steve doesn’t have much money, he’d better rent ________.
A.Flat A B.Flat B C.Flat C
4.Available means ________.
A.占用的 B.可获得的 C.繁忙的
5.You may find this kind of information in a ________.
A.storybook B.newspaper C.textbook
Studying the moon is not just about exploring (探索) space. By studying the moon, scientists have created new technologies (科技). Later, they used these technologies to create some cool inventions. These inventions help us live better lives. What are they? Let’s find out!
Nike Air
In 1960s, NASA scientists used a special material (材料) to make astronauts’ helmets (头盔). This material makes the helmets lighter. Later, scientist used this material to make shoes. This is the Nike Air. Such shoes are good for running. They are light and stable (稳定的).
Vacuum cleaner
Is there a vacuum cleaner in your home? It uses space technology. During the 1960s, NASA made a kind of drill (电钻). Astronauts used the drill to take rocks from the moon. Later, scientists used this technology to make vacuum cleaners.
Firefighters’ breathing systems
Astronauts may have some emergencies (紧急情况) in space. For example, they might find it hard to breathe (呼吸) in their spacesuits. Scientists made a special breathing system to solve this problem. Firefighters on Earth still use this same breathing system.
Plant study
One day, we may go to the moon. What would we eat there? Scientists have studied plants. They want to grow plants in liquid (液体) instead of soil. Plants can be a kind of food. They can also provide oxygen (氧气) and water. Some day, we may use them to make food on Earth.
1.Which invention came from moon exploration?
A.
B.
C.
2.The underlined word “created” means _______.
A.制作 B.发现 C.创造
3.According to the passage, if you wear Nike Air, it’s best to _______.
A.play basketball B.play soccer. C.run
4._________ can provide oxygen (氧气) and water.
A.Liquid B.Plants C.Soil
5.Scientists made a special breathing system to _________.
A.help firefighters B.make vacuum cleaners. C.grow plants
Jenny is a writer. She likes writing short stories, but she often feels like there are not enough good stories to make up. One day, on her way to her office, she saw an old man ______ on the ground. Jenny is a ______ person and she often helps the poor people. So was this time. She came to the old man and helped him to ______. Then she went to buy some porridge and bread for him. The old man ate up the food quickly and ______ her very much. Then she asked: “Where do you live, Grandpa?”
“I have no ______, madam,” answered the old man. “I ______ sleep outside at night.”
“______ are you?”
“Ninety-two.”
Jenny felt ______ and went on asking: “Why not live in the old people’s house?”
“______ I have a son,” answered the old man. “They’ve never admitted (准许进入) a person who has children.”
“Where is your son, then?”
“He has ______ children, so he had to live in the old people’s house.”
Hearing this, Jenny felt inspired (受到启发的). She had an idea of what to write for her next story.
1.A.lied B.laying C.lying
2.A.sad B.kind C.healthy
3.A.come on B.look up C.stand up
4.A.thanked B.enjoyed C.liked
5.A.farm B.car C.house
6.A.must B.have to C.may
7.A.How B.What C.How old
8.A.sorry B.angry C.happy
9.A.So B.Because C.Although
10.A.no B.many C.one
Practice more, _________ you will do better in singing English songs.
A.and B.so C.or
