What’s your favorite cartoon? It may be difficult for you to decide. But for pianist Lang Lang, Tom and Jerry is the best one.
When Lang was two years old, he saw Tom play the piano. This was his first time to enjoy western music and this experience encouraged him to learn to play the piano.
His talent at the keyboard has taken him from Shenyang to the world. Lang became a good piano student at three. Ever since, the boy has been doing better and better. In 1997, the 15-year-old boy studied at a famous American music college.
Lang’s performances are energetic. He is well-known for making facial （面部的）expressions and moving around while playing the piano.
The road to success has never been easy. Lang’s father stopped his job to look after him, while his mother stayed in Shenyang to make money. But Lang thinks himself lucky and believes he should give something back. He has helped the children in poor areas a lot.What made Langlang first enjoy western music?
| A．When he played the piano at three. |
| B．When he saw Tom play the piano at two. |
| C．When he listened to the western music on the radio. |
| D．When his father taught him to read music. |
How old was Langlang when he became a student of a famous American music college?
| A．two | B．three | C．five | D．fifteen |
What is Langlang famous for?
| A．He is famous for playing the guitar. |
| B．He is famous for singing |
| C．He is famous for writing music. |
| D．He is famous for making facial （面部的）expressions and moving around while playing the piano. |
Why did Langlang’s mother stay in Shenyang?
| A．Because she liked Shenyang, she didn’t want to leave. |
| B．Because she had to look after Langlang’s grandparents. |
| C．Because she had to make money to pay for Langlang’s education. |
| D．Because she didn’t love her son. |
From the passage, we can say it _______ Langlang and his parents a lot of time to get success.
| A．spent | B．paid | C．took | D．cost |
Can animals do work for us? Some scientists think that animals may do a lot of jobs. They say that we may see many elephants, monkeys, dogs, bears and other animals do a lot of things. Animals can get something to eat if(如果) they do some work for people.
Some scientists say that many different animals may do lots of jobs if they know they will get something to eat. Of course, dogs can guard a house, and elephants can do some heavy jobs. And we can also teach animals to work in factories. In America apes(猿) can help people make cars. Scientists believe that these big monkeys may drive cars.Many different animals may do many jobs if ___.
A. they can go to the wild. (野外)
B. they learn they can get something to eat
C they have a good place to live in
D. they are happy___ can work for us.
A. Only a few animals B. Lots of animals
C Few animals D. No animalsWhat kind of animals can guard(看护) a house?
| A．A dog | B．An elephant | C．An ape | D．A monkey |
What jobs can elephants do?
| A．Doing heavy jobs. | B．Guarding a house |
| C．Making cars | D．Driving cars |
Which of the following is true?
| A．In China apes can help people make cars. |
| B．Scientists believe that monkeys may play the piano |
| C．All the animal can do work. |
| D．Apes may drive cars |
Expressions cover all parts of our life. They may be around your ears every day. You may know a lot of Chinese expressions that describe how you feel. Here are some English ones for your enjoyment.
Have Your Heart in Your Mouth
This expression means that you're really afraid or anxious about something. When your heart starts beating so much that you can feel a thumping(怦怦跳) in your throat, it may feel like you "have your heart in your mouth."
Have Butterflies in the Stomach
How did butterflies get in your stomach? Well, those really aren't butterflies in there. It is a way of describing those nervous feelings you might get before a test or a very important decision.
These stomach flutters (跳动) are normal and happen to many people. Some people believe having a few butterflies might even help you perform better.
Sick as a Dog
If you've ever been very sick, you may have used this expression. Because dogs eat just about anything they find, they often get sick. So it's all right to describe someone who's not feeling well as being "sick as a dog".
Under the Weather
When it's rainy all day outside, how would you feel? This expression comes from the idea that bad weather might hurt a person's health and mood(心情).The expression "__" is most probably used while you are watching a thriller.
A. have your heart in your mouth
B. sick as a dog
C. under the weatherSomeone believes__ if you "have butterflies in the stomach" before a test.
A. you're sure to fail
B. you will forget everything
C. you might do betterIt's __ to say somebody is "sick as a dog" when he is not feeling well.
A. impolite B. suitable C. wrongWhen somebody says "under the weather", he must feel
A. upset B. happy C. calmAll expressions discussed in this passage are about
A. health B. habits C. feelings
Hong Kong has about forty public beaches. Some of them are very famous around the world. People can go there for a swim. You can go to them by bus. To go to some beaches you must take a boat.
You will swim there without danger if you remember these instructions:
•Never swim alone.
•Never go out in a boat if you cannot swim.
•Never swim after a meal or when you feel hungry or tired.
•Don’t stay in the water too long.
Remember:A red flag means that it is dangerous for anybody to go into the water.A blue flag means that it is dangerous for children.
根据短文内容，判断下列各句正误。正确的在题前括号内写“T”，错误的写“F”。There are about 40 public beaches in Hong Kong.
You should swim after a meal.
You can take a bus to go to most of the public beaches.
You’d better swim when you’re alone.
If you were a child, you could swim when you saw a red flag.
Giving a gift can mean a lot. It can be a way to deepen (加深) a friendship. Before you get a gift for someone, spend time really thinking about what makes him or her special. Think about their interests, hobbies, needs and happiest moments. For example, friends and families with children might love a special calendar that contains everyone’s birthday and other special dates and events.
For music fans, a CD filled (填充) with their favourite music always makes a special gift.
Spending time with loved ones is also a way to give them a gift. You might take that special person out for a birthday dinner at your favourite restaurant.
Making a gift for someone using your own skills is very special. It is much more meaningful than a store-bought gift and shows how much you care!
Writing your feelings in a greeting card can be a simple way to make a keepsake (纪念品) that will be remembered for years.The writer thinks that we should think about someone’s ____ before we get him or her a gift.
①interests ②hobbies ③needs ④height
| A．①②④ | B．①②③ | C．②③④ | D．①③④ |
According to the passage, _____ gifts are the best.
| A．special | B．popular | C．expensive | D．store-bought |
For music fans, _____ is a special gift.
| A．a calendar | B．nice food | C．a music CD | D．a greeting card |
Which of the following is TRUE according to this passage?
| A．Never go to a shop to buy a gift. |
| B．We make a gift by ourselves to show our skills. |
| C．A greeting card is too simple and cheap to be a gift. |
| D．Having dinner with a loved one can be a special kind of gift. |
What is the best title for this passage?
| A．How to Give Special Gifts |
| B．How to Remember Friends’ Birthdays |
| C．How to make Yourself Special |
| D．How to Be a Good Gift Receiver |
John works in a market. It’s near a secondary school. Every day, students come to buy things there. In the morning , John gets up at six and then has breakfast. He goes to work by bike. He gets to the shop at about six thirty. The market opens at seven. They sell things like food and drinks. They have school things, too. So there are often many people in their market from morning to evening. John has supper there. At seven in the evening the market is closed.John works in a ________.
| A．supermarket | B．bookshop | C．market | D．school |
John_________ to the shop every day.
| A．takes a bus | B．rides a bike | C．walks | D．drives a car |
They sell________ in the market.
| A．food and drinks | B．school things | C．sports things | D．A and B |
John has supper_________.
| A．in the shop | B．at home | C．at a restaurant（饭店） | D．in the school |
John works for about_________ hours a day.
| A．six | B．eight | C．twelve | D．fourteen |
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