题型：阅读还原 题类：常考题 难易度：普通
新目标（Go for it）版八年级英语下册Units 8—10阶段检测
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Want to start a reading group of your own? Here is some advice to help get you started．
The People
•Decide how many people you would like in your group．
•Ask your local(当地的)library, college or bookshop to put up an ad(广告)for you on their notice board．
The Location
•Libraries，colleges and bookshops are a great help．
•You can also choose to meet in more relaxed environments such as a room in a coffee shop or restaurant．
The Meeting
•Decide how often you would like to meet—most groups tend to(往往会)meet once a month，which gives everyone enough time to read the chosen book．
•This will help the members remember．
The Books
•Try and choose different writers and writing styles so that all likes are covered．
•Go to your local bookshop for advice and you can choose some best—sellers．
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The Discussion
•Discuss what everyone wants from the reading group—everyone's expectations need to be taken into consideration.
• Otherwise(否则)，other members may not want to join the discussion anymore．
A．Try to avoid(避免)letting one voice control the discussion． B．Less than 5 can be a bit small but more than 15 is a bit too large． C．It is not that easy to start a reading group． D．They may have a room where you can have meetings． E．Don't forget the old classic books that you may not have read． F．Try to meet on the same date or the same day of the week each time． |
| A. Please write me soon. B. I like my new teacher. C. They look the same (一样的) D. She can play the guitar well. E. My parents find an international school for me. F. I have some new friends here. G. Ben is a little short. |
Advantages of Playing Badminton
Playing badminton can be a fantastic sport. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} What's more, playing badminton has many health benefits for your entire body.
Build a strong body
You get to run up and down the court. You jump up high and bend down low when playing. Your movement has to be flexible, with good hand-eye coordination(协调). The movements give your legs good exercise. At the same time, swinging the racket exercises your arms, shoulders, stomach and back. Before you know it, your entire body will benefit from better coordination. {#blank#}2{#/blank#}.
Have a good heart
Playing badminton can actually lower your blood pressure, and reduce your chances of heart diseases. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}. Your body will be better defended against enlarged arteries(动脉) that can cause deadly heart attacks. Whether you are suffering from high blood pressure or simply trying it, playing badminton is a great sport.
Enjoy a colorful social life
Gyms often host leagues, tournaments, and parties. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} So don't just watch a television program about losing fat. Get out there and socialize in an organized badminton league.
Make a slim figure
{#blank#}5{#/blank#} Hundreds of unwanted fat can be burned off with all of the physical movements involved with the sport. Whether you are on the sand at the local beach, or inside a gym, playing badminton can be an enjoyable weight loss exercise.
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A. You can even grow stronger and more attractive. B. Playing the game, you can make your heart stronger. C. You can find a badminton court in public parks or some gyms. D. To people of different ages it is also an easy light exercise. E. It's important to drink plenty of water when playing the sport. F. They provide chances for you to meet friends, or other people with similar interests. G. Of course, one of the most welcome benefits of playing badminton is always quick weight loss. |
{#blank#}1{#/blank#}Tom is an English boy. He studies in China now. He likes taking the subway to school.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#}Jack is an English teacher in a school. He always goes to school by bus.
{#blank#}3{#/blank#}Mary works in a hospital. She is a kind doctor. Many people like her very much. Every day she drives her car to go to work.
{#blank#}4{#/blank#}Linda works in a clothes shop. She likes her job very much. She always goes to the shop on foot.
{#blank#}5{#/blank#}Mrs. Green works in a hospital. She wants to be healthy, so she walks to work every day.
A. She is 20. She has a clothes shop, and she works in the shop. Her home is next to her shop. So she usually walks to the shop. B. She is 22 years old. She always goes to work by car. But sometimes she takes the subway. C. The boy comes from England. He is in China now. And he is a student in Xingfu Junior High School. He goes to school by subway every day. He likes talking with his friends in the subway. D. She is 30 years old. She is a nurse. Every day she gets up very early in the morning. She has a good breakfast, and then she goes to work on foot. E. She is 44 years old. She is a doctor in a hospital. Every day she goes to work by car. She has a white car. F. He is a Chinese boy. He usually gets up at 7:00 in the morning. He eats his breakfast at home and then he goes to school by bus. G. He is 45 years old. He teaches English in a school. He always takes a bus to school. He likes playing basketball and going fishing. |
If you want to learn English well. You have to practice speaking English! Use these sentences to help you start interesting conversations in English.
①{#blank#}1{#/blank#} We should try to do things independently, rather than wait for help. Do you think our schools stop us from thinking independently? How can we become more independent? Can we help our classmates to be more independent? How?
②{#blank#}2{#/blank#} I find this to be true with my students. If they only recite without understanding, they cannot use English well. Have you ever tried to recite many English words? What is the result? Do you know anyone that only follows but never thinks? What is that person like? Do you know anyone who is a clear thinker? What is that person like?
③{#blank#}3{#/blank#} How can laughter help us in our daily life? Do you think humor is helpful if we are really sick? Do you know anyone who laughs all the time? What is that person like? Do you know someone who never laughs? Do you enjoy being around that person?
④{#blank#}4{#/blank#} Do you have many friends or just a few very close friends? How did you meet your best friend? What advice would you give a newcomer to your school to help him or her meet new friends? What would you do to help your best friend?
⑤{#blank#}5{#/blank#} How should we eat to stay healthy? What do you think is the healthiest food we can eat every day? Do you eat very healthy food? Or do you prefer delicious but not so healthy food? What food should we avoid eating? Besides eating well, what should we do for our health?
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A. A friends in need is a friend indeed. B. Learning without thinking is a dangerous thing. C. He who laughs last laugh best. D. God helps those who help themselves. E. Laughter is the best medicine. F. An apple a day keeps the doctor away. |
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A. Try getting a group of friends or family together. B. This could be fast walking or cycling on a flat road. C. Regular activity benefits your health in many ways. D. You should get more exercise and eat less to keep fit. E. Joining a sports club is a cheap way of getting exercise. F. Many of us spend seven hours or more just sitting on a chair each day. |
How much physical activity do you do in a week? Are you getting enough exercise?{#blank#}1{#/blank#} For example, people who exercise regularly are less likely to suffer from many diseases. Regular exercise reduces the risk of early death by 30%. It also improves your sleep quality.
Today, most adults are much less active than in the past because our jobs are far less physical than the work our grandparents used to do. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} This lack of regular physical activity means people burn fewer calories than in the past, so we need to do something to consume (消耗) our energy. Experts think adults need to do 2. 5 hours of moderate exercise per week. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}
Exercise can be expensive, but it doesn't have to be. Team sports such as football can be cheap because all the players share the cost of the field. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} It can also be very social.
If you don't want to spend any money, try one of the following activities. Go for a run. The only equipment you need is a pair of running shoes. If you take the bus, try getting off one stop early and walking the extra distance. Go to the park. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} You can play different kinds of games there. This is a great way to involve family members and friends.
In short, there are many easy ways of keeping fit. If we all recognize the value of doing this, we will live longer and be healthier.
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