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江苏南京市鼓楼区2017届九年级英语中考第一次模拟考试试卷
In Europe, small cars have always been more popular than large cars. In the United States, large cars and midsize cars are more popular than smaller cars. As a result, European automakers used to make different kinds of small cars while American automakers used to build bigger, heavier cars. However, these days, automakers in both America and Europe produce cars of different sizes. This is because most automakers export their cars all over the world.
The price of gasoline (汽油)is one reason for differences in car choices. Since gasoline is more expensive in Europe, many Europeans want smaller, lighter cars that will travel a long way on a gallon（加仑）of gasoline.
Other reasons also enter into the big or little car decision. Many European cities have narrow, winding（弯曲的） streets. In these cities a small car is easier to control than a large one.
For a long time, few Americans bought small cars. Instead they chose large cars, because these roomy cars were more comfortable for large families and long trips. Some people also liked the powerful engines（发动机） that large cars had. Since gasoline was cheap, drivers did not mind that the large cars used a lot of gasoline.
But in the 1970s, there were gasoline shortages in the United States. The price of gasoline went up. Though large cars were still more popular than smaller cars, sales of small cars increased. Some people also bought small cars because these cars caused less air pollution than larger cars.
Today, Americans' car preferences are still changing. Though Americans are still buying many small cars, the fastest growing sales are for certain kinds of large cars. These types of cars are called minivans and sport utility vehicles(SUV). They are very popular today. But of course, that could change tomorrow.
Friends are very important in people's lives. Just as a saving goes, {#blank#}1{#/blank#} I think it's very easy to make friends with other people and build a friendship between each other. However, it is not easy to get true friendship, I think. So what is true friendship (友谊)? In my opinion, true friendship includes:
First of all, true friendship must treat their friends loyally and help each other. In other words, you must not take advantage of your friends,{#blank#}2{#/blank#} For example, some unfriendly people make friends in order to cheat money and feelings, or get a certain secret. I don't think these are true friendships.
Second,{#blank#}3{#/blank#} For example, if a friend is really in need of money to escape (逃避) from some troubles, true friends might lend it and help him or her.
Third,{#blank#}4{#/blank#} One of the greatest men once said, " If you tell your happiness to your friend, you will get double happiness I f you tell your sadness to your friend, you will get half."
A. friends must share their happiness and sadness. B. but you can borrow a lot of things from them. C. and you mustn't cheat them. D. true friends must try their best to help each other. E. no one can live alone in the world without friends. |
How do you keep a true friendship with your friends?(不超过15个词) {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
A. These computers are smart! B. They are also welcomed abroad. C. In this way, space travel will be much cheaper. D. With them, travelling across countries can be far quicker. E. But they may require changes in air traffic control system. F. These imaginary machines might not be too far from daily life. |
Humans are no stranger to taking on technological challenges. Hollywood movies have imagined a future of hoverboards(悬浮滑板) and flying cars. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} What's new and popular today? Let's take a look.
The Robotaxi
In a Robotaxi, no one drives, it drives by itself. You just tell where and it goes. It's like a magic ride, but a car! It watches the road with computers and cameras. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} They can reduce the number of cars on city streets by 60% and road accidents by 90%.
The Flying Cars
Flying cars include passenger drones(无人机) and helicopter hybrids(混动). {#blank#}3{#/blank#} Because the sky will never be as busy as the roads are. It may take you 30 minutes instead of 2 hours to go to a friend's house. Besides, it only costs around 60 dollars, and you get to fly. Isn't it cool?
The High-speed Trains
China is leading the world in high-speed trains. The latest type of trains can run at the top speed of 450 kilometers per hour. It has set a world record for the fastest train speed. The high-speed trains make the travel safer, greener and more comfortable. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} In recent years, these trains have been sold to 23 countries.
The Starship Rockets
SpaceX company's new rocket, Starship has completed its first flight. SpaceX engineers take this task as a great success. After a rocket finishes its job, it usually falls and breaks. But the Starship rockets don't break. By reusing the most expensive part of the rocket, it reduces the cost a lot. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
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