初中英语

It is expected that Pacific Island countries will become popular with Chinese tourists in 2019. Which one should you choose for your summer holiday?

Country

What you need to know

Language

What you need to do

Papua

New

Guinea

It is the largest one of the Pacific Island countries. Both the mainland and its islands are perfect for deep sea diving (潜水).

English & Tok Pisin

Go deep sea diving in the Solomon Sea.

Kingdom

of

Tonga

Tonga is ahead of the rest of the world: it's the first country in the world to start a new day.

English &

Tongan

Visit the Royal Palace

of Tonga.

The

Republic of

Vanuatu

It sits between Hawaii and Australia. In Vanuatu, you'll find the world's only underwater post office in the capital, Port

Villa.

English,

French &

Bislama

Send a postcard from the underwater post office.

Fiji

Fiji is one of the world's best﹣known places for your holidy. The island's blue sea, white﹣sand beaches and the forests are well worth seeing.

Fijian &

English

Go diving on Mana Islan.

(1)Which country is the first one to start a new day?   

A. Papua New Guinea.

B. Kingdom of Tonga.

C. The Republic of Vanuatu.

D. Fiji.

(2)People go to Fiji for their holidays mainly because   

A. things there are well worth seeing

B. the underwater post office is exciting

C. they want to stay in the Royal Palace

D. it is the largest Pacific Island country

(3)Which language is spoken in all the four Pacific Island countries?   

A. Tok Pisin.

B. French.

C. Bislama.

D. English.

(4)What is the purpose of the text?   

A. To ask for some help.

B. To introduce languages.

C. To answer a question.

D. To offer holiday choices.

来源:2019年安徽省中考英语试卷
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根据短文内容判断所给句子正(T)误(F).

    Shaoyang is in the southwest of Hunan province. It covers an area of 20,876 square kilometers and has a population of about 8.3 million. Shaoyang has a history of over 2,500 years and remains an important city in Hunan.

    There is lots of beautiful scenery(风景) all over Shaoyang. Mount Nanshan with large green hills, grassland and clear water won high praise from Tao Yuanming. Mount Langshan has different kinds of stones and its peaks(山峰) are in strange shapes and different sizes. Mount Yunshan is well﹣known for it's mysterious fairyland(神秘的仙境).Huangsang has a well﹣kept forest with unusual birds and animals, which is worth a visit.

    Many famous people in Chinese history such as Wei Yuan and Cai E left their footprints in Shaoyang. Wei Yuan was famous for his HaiguoTuzhi and Cai E was best known for his role in fighting against Yuan Shikai.

    Now the transportation in Shaoyang is very convenient. Welcome to Shaoyang.

(1)Shaoyang is in the northwest of Hunan province.  

(2)Shaoyang has a history of over 2,500 years.  

(3)The peaks in Mount Langshan are in different shapes and sizes.  

(4)Huangsang has many unusual birds and animals.  

(5)Wei Yuan was famous for fighting against Yuan Shikai.  

来源:2018年湖南省邵阳市中考英语试卷
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When Zheng He was born, he was named Ma Wenhe. He was born in Yunnan in 1371. (1)   However, when the Ming Dynasty was established (建立), the army caught Ma Wenhe and took him to one of the emperor's sons, Prince Zhu Di.

    Ma Wenhe served the prince well and soon he became one of the prince's closest advisors. (2)  . Later the prince became the Emperor of the Ming Dynasty as the Yongle Emperor.    The Yongle Emperor wanted to show other countries the greatness and power of the Ming Dynasty. (3)  . He made Zheng He the leader of a fleet (舰队) and ordered him to explore (探索) the world.

    On Zheng He's first trip, he traveled all the way to Calicut, India. With over 200ships and nearly 28,000men, he visited many countries along the way. His first trip lasted from 1405to1407. Zheng He and his fleet traded and made close relations at the places they visited.

    Zheng He continued to sail for the Ming Dynasty over the rest of his life. He traveled to many faraway places, going all the way to the African coast and establishing trade relations with over 25countries. (4)  . He also brought back diplomats (外交官) from many countries to meet with the Chinese Emperor.

A. Some of the ships were longer than a football field.

B. The prince trusted him and changed his name to Zheng He.

C. His father and grandfather were Muslim leaders of the Yuan Dynasty.

D. He brought back all kinds of animals such as giraffes and camels.

E. He also wanted to establish trade relations with other peoples of the world.

来源:2018年山东省淄博市中考英语试卷
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Chinatown is the name given to an area in the middle of London. It is a large Chinese community with a lot of Chinese restaurants, supermarkets and shops.

In the 1950s, it was a poor area and everything was very cheap. At the same time, the world rice market changed and thousands of farm workers in Hong Kong lost their jobs. They began arriving in London to look for work. They found jobs in the restaurants in this area.

These restaurant workers often worked 17hours a day and had no time to learn English. As more Chinese arrived, more shops and businesses grew up. Wives came and joined their husbands and children came and joined their fathers. The community grew, and Chinatown was born.

In the 1970s and 1980s, British﹣born Chinese started to have a better education and this brought economic(经济的)success to the area. Many families moved out of Chinatown, and there was more space for businesses. Chinatown soon became a popular place for tourists.

Now everyone knows about London's Chinatown. During the Chinese New Year, the streets are seen with flags and thousands of Chinese go into the streets. For most of the year, though, Londoners and tourists go there mainly for the food in the Chinese restaurants. The best restaurants are the one where the Chinese eat.

56. From the text, we know that  

A. the first Chinese in Chinatown were mainly from Hongkong

B. many factory workers in Hongkong lost their jobs in the 1950s

C. there were many restaurants in the middle of England in the 1950s

57. It seemed easier for people from Hongkong to find jobsin the 1950s.  

A. in hospitals

B. in churches

C. in restaurants

58. The restaurant workers didn't learn English because they  

A. didn't have time

B. couldn't pay for the course

C. found it too difficult

59. When did British﹣born Chinese start to have a better education?  

A. At the beginning of the 1990s.

B. When the Chinese community was born.

C. Twenty to thirty years later after their parents' arrival.

60. What is the main idea of this text?  

A. To introduce the history of Chinatown in London.

B. To introduce some popular Chinese restaurants in London.

C. To tell us the reason why people in Hongkong moved to London.

来源:2017年湖南省湘潭市中考英语试卷
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An exhibition(展览)about the Grand Canal(大运河)ended at the National Museum of China in Beijing on March lst.

The Grand Canal is more than 2,500 years old.It is made up of the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal,the Sui and Tang Grand Canal,and the Zhedong Canal.At nearly 3,200 kilometers long,it is the world's longest man﹣made waterway.It has influenced the development of Chinese economics(经济)and culture for hundreds of years.

Before it was built,people in ancient China used horses and oxen(公牛),or simply traveled on foot,to trade goods(货物).It was impossible to transport(运输)large﹣sized goods.After the Grand Canal connected the north and the south,business and cultural exchanges were able to develop further.

In fact,the Grand Canal played an important role in the building of the Forbidden City(紫禁城).Materials from different parts of the country were sent to Beijing through the canal,including bricks(砖)fired in Shandong and Jiangsu and wood cut in Hunan.People even owe the beginning of Beijing duck to the canal.White lake ducks in the south were shipped to Beijing.They were then kept to make Beijing duck.People from all walks of life preferred to get together along the canal.They shared their experiences,traditions and culture with others.

(1)Paragraph 2 is written to    .

A.

describe the exhibition

B.

introduce the Grand Canal to readers

C.

describe the Forbidden City

D.

describe the position of the Grand Canal

(2)Before the Grand Canal was put into use,it was impossible to    between the north and the south.

A.

trade goods

B.

travel

C.

carry small goods

D.

ship large﹣sized goods

(3)The underlined word "owe" in Paragraph 4 means     .

A.

归功于

B.

运送

C.

欠债

D.

阻碍

(4)From the passage,we can learn that        .

A.

the Grand Canal is nearly 2,300 kilometers long

B.

we can watch an exhibition about the Grand Canal on March 2nd

C.

the bricks fired in Hunan were sent to Beijing through the canal

D.

people from all walks of life preferred to get together along the canal

(5)What's the main idea of the passage?         

A.

The Grand Canal helps to create new jobs.

B.

The Grand Canal makes western culture develop.

C.

The Grand Canal influences China's development.

D.

The Grand Canal helps the south of China develop faster.

来源:2021年辽宁省鞍山市中考英语试卷
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Langshan Mountain,lying in Xinning County,is about 500 kilometers away from Changshan.It is one of China's National Geological Parks and is famous for its special Danxia landform(丹霞地貌).

Covering an area of 108 square kilometers,Langshan Mountain has rich natural scenery and lots of tourism resources.There are more than 60 scenic spots(景点)in Langshan Mountain,among which the most famous are Tiany Lane(天一巷),Chili Peak(辣椒峰),Bajiao Stronghold(八角寨)and so on.

On August 2nd,2010,Langshan Mountain was recorded in the World Heritage List(世界遗产名录)and became China's eighth world natural heritage.

If you would like to visit Langshan Mountain,you can take a bus from Shaoyang South Station to Xinning County.It will take you about 2 hour and the price of the bus ticket is 54 yuan each adult.Then you can take a taxi to Langshan Mountain.The best time to visit Langshan Mountain is from March to October.

46.Langshan Mountain lies in  

A.Xinshao County  

B.Xinning County  

C.Longhui County

47.How many scenic spots are there in Langshan Mountain?  

A.More than 60.

B.Less than 60.

C.About 60.

48.Langshan Mountain became China's   world natural heritage in 2010.

A.sixth     

B.seventh   

C.eighth

49.You can take   to Langshan Mountain from Xinning County.

A.a train   

B.a plane   

C.a taxi

50.The best time for you to visit Langshan Mountain is  

A.in December  

B.in May  

C.in February.

来源:2017年湖南省邵阳市中考英语试卷
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Living places

    The home of the elephant is in the deep forest. It is the largest of all land animals, and is found both in Asia and Africa. One of the main places in Asia where the elephant lives is the island of Ceylon. The huge forests on the island become the home of thousands of elephants. The trees grow thick and tall. They make many parts almost dark, while bright sunlight is above and around them.

    Living habits

    The elephant likes the deep part and the coolest places of the forest. There he will stand swinging his ears, to drive away the flies; or he will pull down a branch (树枝) from a tree to fan himself. He likes bathing, and to be near a lake or running water. There he takes in the water with his trunk, and spreads it all over his body.

    Food

    The elephant enjoys the fruits in the forest, and also the leaves of the trees. There is plenty of food for him in the forests, though he is not always happy with what he finds there.

    Way of movement

    When a group of elephants moves about in the forest, the oldest goes first. The young elephants and their mothers are in the middle, where they are safest. Then all move along with a great noise, the branches of the trees bending and breaking before them. Though the elephant is usually harmless, no one dares to attack (袭击) a group of them moving through the forest.

    How people treat them

    In Asia the elephant is trained to work. At one time the African elephant also was trained. Soldiers in ancient times often went to fight on the backs of African elephants. But now the elephant that lives in Africa is illegally (非法地) hunted mainly for its valuable ivory. In order to protect them, governments around the world have developed laws to stop this.

(1)The elephant likes the  part of the forest.

A.bright and sunny

B. deep and cool

C. dry and deep

D. wet and sunny

(2)Elephants like to do the following things except  

A.bathing

B. having fruits

C. eating leaves

D. harming people

(3)Why are young elephants and their mothers in the middle while moving  

A.To keep safe.

B. To avoid making noises.

C. To break the trees.

D. To walk faster.

(4)What is the African elephant now mainly hunted for  

A.Working for people.

B. Fighting in the army.

C. Performing for people.

D. Selling for money.

(5)Which of the following sentences is NOT true according to the passage  

A.Many Asian elephants live on the island of Ceylon.

B.Elephants drive away the flies by using their ears.

C.Elephants are always happy with the food they find in the forest.

D.A group of moving elephants make people scared, although they are harmless.

来源:2018年山东省青岛市中考英语试卷
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Thousands of years ago,in the south of ancient China,there lived Shengnong,a man who had an ox(牛) head and human body.Seeing that local people were suffering from disease,he built ladders and houses on a high mountain to store hundreds of medical plants.To remember him,people named the place Shengnongjia.

The legend (传说) makes Shengnongjia in Hubei an inviting place for tourist.Traveling there is a unique experience,as you can sceneries of the four seasons from different altitudes."When the bottom of the mountain is summer,the top is spring and while the foothill is autumn,the top is covered with ice,"local people say of the special climate of Shengnongjia.

Shengnongjia is also home to 5,000species of animals and plants.Many animals in danger live there,such as the golden monkey,the clouded leopard and the Asian black bear.

One interesting and mysterious thing about Shengnongjia is its legend of wild men.Some people one claimed that they saw big prints or big﹣foot creatures.Yet so far,scientists haven't proved it is true and some say they are just bears.

The beautiful place has recently received a new title.On July 17,2016,Shengnongjia Foresty District was added to United Nations World Heritage list as a natural site.China now has 50world heritage sites (遗址).Second only to Italy in the world.

56.Which of the following is right about Shengnong?  

A.Shengnong had an ox body.

B.Shengnong grew medical plants for people.

C.Shengnong helped the local people.

D.Shengnong named the place Shengnongjia.

57.In Shengnongjia,  

A.there are many medical stores along the way

B.people can experience four seasons up the mountain

C.there 500species of animals and plants

D.scientists have proved there are wild men there

58.What does the underlined word"title"mean in paragraph 5?  

A.标题   

B.景点   

C.称号   

D.职务

59.Which of the following countries has the most world heritage sites?  

A.Italy.

B.The USA.

C.China.

D.Canada.

60.What's the main idea of the passage?  

A.The legend of Shengnong     

B.Animals living in Shengnongjia

C.The amazing Shengnongjia    

D.World heritage sites.

来源:2017年湖北省咸宁市中考英语试卷
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    If you walk along the River Thames, there are lots of interesting buildings to see.Running through the heart of London,there are also many galleries, markets, shops and keep you busy along its banks. You will also see a strange round building.It looks very old and very different from all the others.This is Shakespeare's Globe Theatre(莎士比亚环球剧场).

    The Globe Theatre was first built here in 1599.William Shakespeare was one of the most famous writers that ever lived.His plays were performed in the theatre for many years.However,in 1613, a fire broke out during a performance.The theatre was destroyed(毁坏),but the second was built the following year.It remained a theatre until 1644,and then it was pulled down to build houses.The modern(and also the third) Globe Theatre was completed in 1997, over 350 years later.This was done to honor Shakespeare,the most famous English writer.To this day, his many plays are performed there daily.He wrote around thirty﹣eight plays.They are comedies(funny stories) ,histories(about historical events and people) , and tragedies(serious and sad stories).People come from all over the world to watch them at the Globe Theatre.They are performed in exactly the same way as they were hundreds of years ago.

    The building is round and made mostly of wood.There are simple seats on three different levels all around the sides.Everyone can see the stage(舞台).However.there is no roof(屋顶) in the middle! The cheapest tickets are standing tickets. You stand in the middle,right in front of the actors,but if it trains,you will get wet!

(1)When was the second Globe Theatre built?  

A.In 1599.

B.In 1613.

C.In 1614.

D.In 1997.

(2)What can we know about Shakespeare according to the second paragraph?  

A.Shakespeare was one of the most famous French writers.

B.Many of his plays are performed daily in the modern Globe Theatre.

C.His plays are performed in a different way from they were hundreds of years ago.

D.He wrote thirty﹣eight plays that were all about historical events and people.

(3)What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?  

A.The inside structure(结构) of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

B.The history of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

C.The opening time of Shakespeare's Globe Theatre.

D.The three types of tickets that you can choose.

(4)Which of the following statements about the modern Globe Theatre is TRUE?  

A.It has remained there for over 350 years.

B.The round building looks old and strange.

C.It is made mostly of wood and has around roof in the middle.

D.If we buy the cheapest tickets in the theatre, we will be farthest from the stage.

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Lima,the capital of Peru,is located in the central coastal part of the country,overlooking the Pacific Ocean.With a population of more than 9 million,Lima is one of the largest cities and the only capital in South America that faces the ocean.

Lima has a long history.The lost Inca civilization ,is thought to be a mystery.There are many museums,where you can learn:how the ancient American Indians founded the Inca Empire and built Machu Picchu,a famous ancient city in the Andes Mountains;what happened in 1532 and why over 90% of Peruvians speak Spanish.Visiting the historic center,a World Heritage Site you may find you are communicating with both the past and the present.

Lima is also a place where you can find the lifestyles and fashions,created by its people and culture.You will see Peruvian clothes,dances,and taste their delicious foods and drinks.You can see buildings in different styles,enjoy the fantastic sunset over the ancient ruins,climb the mountains,fly over the ocean,or sit in the restaurants and bars to experience Peruvians' relaxing life.

You may have heard "It never rains in Lima. " In fact,the special geographic feature makes it not as dry as it is said to be and it is warm all year round.Though it seldom rains in summer,it sometimes drizzles on early winter mornings.The drizzleand the wet air "water" the ground,which makes the crops and the plants grow.Moreover,modern technology helps to bring water from the snow and ice on the top of the Andes (over 6,000 m high)for the city to use.People there never waste water.

Lima is such an amazing city that it is worth a visit.

(1)According to the passage,where is Lima on the map?       

A.

B.

C.

D.

(2)Most people in Lima speak        .

A.

Indian

B.

Spanish

C.

English

D.

Inca language

(3)The underlined word "drizzle" probably means    .

A.

warm air

B.

sea water

C.

snow and ice

D.

very light rain

(4)Lima is a city       .

A.

which is rich in water resources

B.

where people can learn Inca culture

C.

which is the largest in South America

D.

where the houses are in the same style

来源:2021年浙江省温州市中考英语试卷
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There are many deserts(沙漠)on the earth.And the following are some facts you may find interesting.

    What are deserts like?

    Deserts can be hot and dry places.Rain may not fall there for months or years.Some deserts are sandy and stony(多石的).Deserts can also be very windy places.The wind can change the shape of the deserts.It moves sand around from place to place.

    Temperatures in the desert can vary enormously(非常).During the daytime,the temperature may reach 40℃even in the shade(阴凉处).At night deserts can become very cold.In winter there may even be a frost(霜冻)in the early morning.

    Living in the desert

    The camel is sometimes called "the ship of the desert".It stores food in its hump (驼峰)and can go for days without water.It has large feet which help it not to fall into the soft sand.Its long eyelashes(睫毛)keep out the sand during sandstorms.

    An oasis is an area of the desert where water may be found.The water may be in pools or under the ground.People and animals visit an oasis for water and food.Plants grow at an oasis.Some farmers are able to grow crops here.

    The Arabian Desert

    The Arabian Desert lies between the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf.In some parts of the desert,it is too hot for people to live.Oil was discovered under parts of the desert and in the Arabian Gulf.This oil has made some countries in the area very rich.Much of the money has been spent building fine cities with lovely parks and lakes,and people live a comfortable life there.

(1)Which of the following can best describe deserts?    

A.Hot and dry.

B.Sandy and rainy.

C.Wet and stony.

D.Windy and snowy.

(2)The word "vary" in the passage means "      ".

A.be low

B.be high

C.be similar

D.be different

(3)The camel has long eyelashes to      .

A.stay cool in deserts

B.go for days without water

C.help it not to fall into the soft sand

D.keep out the sand during sandstorms

(4)According to the passage,people and animals visit an oasis for      .

A.frost and crops

B.sand and stones

C.water and food

D.money and oil

(5)What is the best title of the passage?    

A.What is the weather like in deserts?

B.What do you know about deserts?

C.How do people live in deserts?

D.Where is the Arabian Desert?

来源:2021年天津市中考英语试卷
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Marco Polo was born in Italy in 1254.When he was 17,he travelled along the Silk Road with his father,who wanted to do trade with the Chinese.Finally,they arrived in Beijing.They were guests at the Emperor's Palace.Although Marco was young,he was very clever and could speak four languages.The Emperor was impressed by him and they became friends.The Emperor asked Marco to help him and sent him to do many important jobs all over the country.

Marco was amazed by how great China was.He was impressed by the Emperor's Palace which he described as "The greatest palace that I've ever seen".The walls were covered with gold and silver and the hall was so large.

Marco was also attracted by lots of strange things in China.Marco was surprised to see Chinese people using paper money in the markets.In Europe,people paid for goods with gold and silver.He could not understand how people paid for food and valuable things with paper!He was also puzzled by the black stones people used to burn to produce heat.The black stones were coal,but Marco had never seen coal before!

After he served the Emperor for 17 years,in 1291,Marco returned to Italy.He had a lot of money then.A writer wrote down all the stories that Marco told him in a book called The Description of the World,which became one of the best﹣selling books in Europe.

阅读短文,填表格,每空一词。

Marco Polo and China

Before(1)        in China

He was born in Italy in 1254.

At the age of 17,he travelled to China along the Silk Road with his father.

During his living in China

He made friends with the Chinese Emperor.

He helped the Emperor do the(2)       of many jobs around China.

The beauty of China(3)       him.He described the Summer Palace as the greatest palace that he had ever seen.

Some things which he never saw before attracted him.

•Paper money was used in the markets.

•The Chinese used coal to produce heat.

After returning to Italy

He became very(4)    .

A book was(5)     about his travelling experiences.

来源:2021年内蒙古通辽市中考英语试卷
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    Siena is an old city in the north of Italy.It began with a group of people living on its hills over 2,900 years ago.Around the year 1100,Siena became an important business center in Italy.In 1472,the first bank of the world was built in this city and has been doing business ever since.

    Today Siena is famous for keeping its"old face".For example,its city walls,which helped keep the city safe in the past,are hundreds of years old now and look almost the same as before.Also,many old buildings are seen at the Piazza del Campo,the most important meeting place of the city.Few things have really changed in this center of public life for hundreds of years.Now people still go to the open space for sharing news,shopping,or playing sports.There is one more thing that helps keep Siena's old face:cars cannot enter the city most of the time.

True,Siena is old,but it's beautifully old.People are welcome to visit this beautiful city and walk into the past.

根据短文内容,判断下列句子是否正确,对的涂(A),错的涂(B).

51.The old city,Siena,began more than 2,900 years ago.  

52.Siena is famous for having the first bank of the world today.  

53.People in Siena have protected the old city walls very well.  

54.Few old buildings can be found at the Piazza del Campo.  

55.Most of the time cars are not allowed to enter Siena.  

来源:2016年福建省泉州市中考英语试卷
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There are long rivers, and there are famous rivers. The Nile(尼罗河)is the world's longest and most famous river. It runs 6,650 kilometers. Crocodiles and hippos(河马)live in its waters. Pyramids built by ancient Egyptians rise along its banks.

    The main branch of the Nile, the White Nile, starts just above Lake Victoria, the world's second largest fresh﹣water lake, in east central Africa. Then it flows to the north. At Sudan's capital, another great river called the Blue Nile joins the White Nile. Together, they form one very powerful river. Then it goes through Egypt's famous Nile Valley before reaching the Mediterranean Sea.

    Ancient Egypt, the first great African civilization(文明), started along the banks of the Nile more than 5,000 years ago. Ancient Egypt ruled the Nile Valley for thousands of years. Great pyramids and temples were built on the banks and we can still visit them today.

    Without the rich farmland along the banks of the Nile, there might be no ancient Egypt civilization. Every year, the Nile flooded its banks. The floodwaters covered the banks with a rich soil. The Nile's banks were easy to farm and produce crops.

    The Nile also made a perfect highway for boats. The river runs north, but the wind on the river blows south. To go south, boaters put up sails to catch the wind. To go north, they took the sails down. Ancient people traded along the river for hundreds of miles.

The Nile ﹣ the (1)   and most famous river in the world

Where does the

Nile flow?

• The White Nile is the (2) ___  branch of the Nile. It starts (3) ____  Lake Victoria and then runs to the north.

• The Blue Nile joins the White Nile at the (4) __ of Sudan. They form a powerful river.

• Then the Nile goes through the Nile Valley. Finally it (5) ___  the Mediterranean Sea.

The Nile's long

and rich (6)  .

• Ancient Egypt started along the banks of the Nile over 5.000 years ago. Its people (7) ___  pyramids and temples we can still visit today.

• Every year the Nile flooded its banks. The floodwaters covered the banks with a rich soil. Rich farmland made this ancient civilization(8)  

• The Nile made a perfect highway for boats. To go south, boaters put up sails to catch the wind. To go (9)  , they took the sails down. Ancient people bought and (10) ___  goods along the river for hundreds of miles.

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    Republic of Kenya is a country in Africa, with a population of about 48,000,000.Nairobi is the capital of Kenya. Kiswahili and English are its official languages, and it also has many local languages. Kenya covers 582,646 square kilometers. It has a warm and humid tropical climate on its Indian Ocean coastline. On Kenya's land, fruit, vegetables, coffee, tea, corns and wheat are the main agricultural produce. The people in Kenya like cross country running, road running, soccer, boxing and so on. Kenya won several medals during the Beijing Olympics, six gold, four silver and four bronze, making it Africa's most successful nation in the 2008 Olympics.

Republic of Kenya

Capital: (1)  

Size: (2)  km2

Official languages:Kiswahili. (3)  

Population: (4)   million

Sports: cross country running, (5)  , soccer, boxing

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