Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But, before 1750, the idea of skating didn’t exist(存在). That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin’s work was making musical instruments.
One day Merlin was invited to a music party. He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance (隆重出场) at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates in the world. Merlin was very proud of his invention and dreamed of getting to the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was surprised to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on, suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking into pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin’s entrance!The idea of roller skating didn’t exist _______.
| A．until 1750 | B．after 1750 |
| C．since 1750 | D．from 1750 |
What was the job of Joseph Merlin?
| A．Making shoes | B．Making toys |
| C．Making mirrors | D．Making musical instruments |
Merlin didn’t ______ at the party.
| A．play the violin |
| B．have any ways to stop his roller skates |
| C．roll into the room |
| D．get a lot of attention |
Merlin stopped rolling when ______.
| A．he wanted to stop | B．he ran to the window |
| C．he ran into the mirror | D．he knocked someone |
Which is the best title of the passage?
| A．How to use the roller skates |
| B．Merlin and the first roller skates |
| C．How to make musical instruments |
| D．Merlin and the first violin. |
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A Long March 5 rocket took off from the Wenchang Space Launch Site in Hainan province on May 3, 2024. After flying for about 37 minutes, it successfully placed the Chang’e 6 robotic lunar probe（月球探测器）into an Earth-moon transfer trajectory（转移轨道). Several days later the probe was programmed to land on the moon’s far side and started its tasks, which would last about 53 days.
This is the world’s first try to bring samples（样本）from the moon’s far side. For China, it’s the second sample-return moon journey. Chang’e 5 successfully brought samples from the moon in the winter of 2020. Up to now, 10 moon sample-return tasks have been carried out by the United States, the former Soviet Union（前苏联）and China, but all these samples were collected from the moon’s near side.
The moon’s far side has always been a subject of scientific wonder because of its many mysteries. It’s facing away from Earth and it can never be seen from Earth. It was once called the “dark side of the moon” even though it receives just as much sunlight as the near side.
Chinese researchers have found that the soil on the far side is much thicker than that on the near side, but they haven’t found out the reason. Samples brought back by Chang’e 5 have helped scientists find that there were volcanic（火山的）activities on the near side around 2 billion years ago. Some scientists thought maybe volcanoes became inactive on the far side about 4 billion years ago. Is it true? Samples from the far side will allow them to know the answer.
“Comparing the make-up of the far side samples from Chang’e 6 with those collected from the near side will be of great scientific value to the international community,” said Martin Sweeting, a famous professor of space engineering.
（1）When did Chang’e 6 begin to work on the moon?
| A． |
On May 3, 2024. |
B． |
After flying for about 37 minutes. |
| C． |
In the winter of 2020. |
D． |
After landing on the moon’s far side. |
（2）How many times has China got samples from the moon’s near side?
| A． |
Once. |
B． |
Twice. |
C． |
Five times. |
D． |
Ten times. |
（3）According to the passage, the moon’s far side ________.
| A． |
receives less sunlight than the near side |
| B． |
has thicker soil compared with the near side |
| C． |
can be seen from Earth with powerful cameras |
| D． |
has more recent volcanic activities than the near side |
（4）What can we learn from Martin Sweeting’s words?
| A． |
Chang’e 6 will stay longer on the moon for more tasks. |
| B． |
Chang’e 6 is carrying out a valuable task for the world. |
| C． |
Chang’e 6 will bring samples from both sides of the moon. |
| D． |
Chang’e 6 can compare samples before bringing them back. |
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Last December, when An Lingfei, a doctor from an Inner Mongolia medical team, arrived in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda（卢旺达）, he set up a center in the Masaka District Hospital. Since then, the China-Rwanda Traditional Chinese Medicine（TCM）Treatment Center has increased in popularity.
According to An, the center now receives an average of more than 30 people daily, with most of them suffering from lower back pain or knee and ankle joint（踝关节）pain. Rwanda is known as the land of a thousand hills. Locals often have to walk on mountain roads year-round, which can lead to joint stress.
“TCM has great advantages in treating these diseases, and the effects are very good.” An said. “The center now provides most kinds of TCM treatments, allowing local people to experience Eastern medicine.”
Naomin, a 60-year-old patient, is amazed by TCM. She was unable to walk due to serious pain in both knees and ankles. But after a month of treatment at the center, she is now able to walk around with a walking stick. “The treatment has been a huge help,” she said.
Another patient, Mukagatare, said that his back pain disappeared after three TCM treatments. According to him, doctors at the local hospitals had been unable to make a clear diagnosis（诊断）after many examinations, let alone reduce the pain.
Besides treating patients, the center also educates locals about TCM and Chinese culture.
Up to now, TCM has spread to nearly 200 countries and areas, with its worldwide influence continuously growing. “From treating a common cold to chronic（慢性的）and difficult diseases. TCM can all play an important role,” a Chinese expert said.
（1）Where did An Lingfei set up the TCM Treatment Center?
| A． |
In China. |
B． |
In Kigali. |
C． |
In his home. |
D． |
In Inner Mongolia. |
（2）Why do many locals in Rwanda suffer from joint pain?
| A． |
Because their average ages are over sixty. |
| B． |
Because they are given a wrong diagnosis. |
| C． |
Because they can’t go to the local hospitals. |
| D． |
Because they often walk on mountain roads. |
（3）What improvement did Naomin achieve after a month of TCM treatment?
| A． |
Her back pain disappeared. |
B． |
Her knees didn’t hurt anymore. |
| C． |
She could move around again. |
D． |
She didn’t need a walking stick. |
（4）What can we infer（推断）from the passage?
| A． |
The local hospitals in Rwanda are not responsible. |
| B． |
There are no effective ways to treat chronic diseases. |
| C． |
TCM will have increasing popularity around the world. |
| D． |
An’s center mainly focuses on spreading Chinese culture. |
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Everyone knows some teachers who whole-heartedly help their students learn and grow. This year, Teacher Appreciation（感谢）Week starts from May 6. To celebrate it, we asked some kids to make cards to thank the teachers who inspired them greatly. Let’s enjoy some of their works and think about which teacher inspires you.
（1）How did students celebrate this year’s Teacher Appreciation Week?
| A． |
By writing thank-you cards. |
B． |
By helping their teachers. |
| C． |
By sending teachers presents. |
D． |
By telephoning their teachers. |
（2）What problem did Harper probably have in the past?
| A． |
He was afraid of speaking in class. |
B． |
He had difficulty in reading and writing. |
| C． |
He didn’t get along well with his parents. |
D． |
He was too shy to communicate with others. |
（3）What do Mrs. Elizabeth White and Mrs. Taylor have in common?
| A． |
They are strict. |
B． |
They are humorous. |
| C． |
They are energetic. |
D． |
They are encouraging. |
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April 24th is Space Day of China. Ever since Yang Liwei made it to space in 2003, about 20 Chinese astronauts have been sent into space.
In space, astronauts face many problems. There is little gravity（重力）there, which influences their bodies. Also, being away from family and friends and staying in a tiny spaceship for a long time can make them feel sad or stressed out. What’s more, if something goes wrong suddenly, they have to fix it under huge pressure. That’s why astronauts have to be smart, strong, and ready for any challenge before they can go to space.
To make sure that Chinese astronauts complete their tasks and return to Earth safely, 8 kinds, including over 200 subjects of training, are set. Besides physical training, basic science knowledge and mock（模拟）tasks are included. Before astronauts can go to space, they train like this for at least three and a half years.
In China’s manned space project, one of the most difficult parts of the training is the underwater training. This helps astronauts get ready for the weightless environment in space. And they wear diving suits（潜水服）over 100 kilos and stay underwater for six hours every time.
（1）What problem do astronauts face according to paragraph 2?
| A． |
They have to train under huge pressure. |
| B． |
They are influenced by little gravity in space. |
| C． |
They often worry about their family and friends. |
（2）What do astronauts need to do before going to space?
| A． |
Master basic science knowledge. |
| B． |
Experience 8 subjects of training. |
| C． |
Get three years of underwater training. |
（3）What does the underlined word “This” in paragraph 4 refer to（指代)?
| A． |
A diving suit. |
B． |
Underwater training. |
C． |
China’s manned space project. |
（4）What can be the best title for this text?
| A． |
Work Hard to Live in Space |
B． |
Train Hard to Work in Space |
C． |
Deal with Problems in Space |
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Recently, the story of a Chinese girl playing the erhu on the streets of Milan, Italy has been reported. She has been trying street performances in her spare time since April 2023. Every time she performs, she attracts（吸引）many people to watch, building a bridge of communication between China and Italy through music. The girl is Zheng Xiaohui from Weifang, who is talented in playing the erhu.
In 2021, Zheng went to Milan for study. There, she found the street art culture was very popular. She saw some wonderful street performances that caused many people to dance, “I was so touched, and found that music has a great power to bring people together,” she said.
In 2023, Zheng started her street performance during Milan Design Week. And many tourists were attracted by her performance. Some even experienced playing the erhu. Zheng also performed at the 2023 Milan Fashion Week. “I am very happy that China’s erhu has shown its special beauty on the international stage,” Zheng said.
With the popularity of her performances, Zheng has more chances to show traditional Chinese culture. Besides street performances, she also performs online and gives concerts to show the beauty of the erhu to the world. She hopes to meet more friends who love Chinese folk music and traditional Chinese culture through her performances.
（1）How does the writer begin the text?
| A． |
By telling a fact. |
B． |
By making a suggestion. |
C． |
By answering a question. |
（2）What can we infer（推断）from the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?
| A． |
Zheng may learn to dance from local people. |
| B． |
Zheng may make money by street performances. |
| C． |
Zheng may produce the idea of playing the erhu on the streets. |
（3）How many ways did Zheng use to show the beauty of the erhu?
| A． |
One. |
B． |
Two. |
C． |
Three. |
（4）What is the purpose of Zheng’s performances?
| A． |
To make more people know her. |
| B． |
To show her love for playing the erhu. |
| C． |
To spread traditional Chinese culture through folk music. |
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