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【盐仓24秋】外研版(2024)英语九年级上册B本Module 9 Great inventions Unit 2 第 2 课时
How would you like to build a time machine? Paper, sticks, glue and string are all you need. Put them together to build a kite. A kite connects you to the past.
No one knows who flew the first kite. It was probably someone in China or perhaps in Indonesia. Indonesian fishermen hung fishhooks on kites and sent them out to sea to catch fish. About 2, 000 years ago, Chinese farmers flew kites to welcome the New Year and bring good luck to the earth.
In China, people also used kites during wartime. One Chinese story tells how soldiers put noise makers on kites and flew them at night over the enemy(敌人) camps. The enemies felt afraid by the noise and ran away.
About 1, 300 years ago, Chinese travellers took kites to Japan. Soon kites filled the sky there. Kites reached Thailand about 700 years ago. During floods (洪水), Thai farmers flew kites over their fields. They hoped the kites would drive away the clouds and stop the rain. Over time, kites flew their way out of Asia. Today people have a passion for kites all over the world. Kite fans meet at festivals in many parts of the world and have great fun.
Over the years, kites have also helped people to understand the world. In 1749, for example, thermometers (温度计) were tied to kites to measure temperatures. In 1906, cameras hanging from kites took pictures of San Francisco, California after an earthquake. The photos helped people plan what to do.
Kites also helped inventors find out how to make airplanes. The Wright brothers studied how kites flew, which helped them make the first successful airplane.
Since the ancient Chinese set their kites into the air, people have loved flying kites. Kites give us ways to celebrate, relax and explore. So fly a kite! Enjoy the sense of wonder that kite flyers have for centuries.
I'm Tina. I enjoy going to school more than staying at home. I fought with my mom last week. We haven't talked with each other for three days. I know I should talk to her and tell her what I think. But I wouldn't like to do that. I really don't know how to get on well with her. Tina |
I think the best way is to tell everything to your mom. She will understand you. You can also ask your friends for help. Try to be happy! Have fun playing games to relax yourself when you are free! Bruce |
I'm glad to hear that you enjoy your school life. I used to quarrel with my mom, too. It's a part of growing up. Keep positive and talk to me if you want. Try to make yourself happy. Joan |
I used to argue with my parents, but I would soon forget about it. It was the past, and you should think of what's happening now. Don't be upset and try to be happy! I hope you and your mom would get better. Frank |
When is the last time you had fun? Felt truly happy? if you' re trying not to be bored in your life, we' ll offer you some advice on how to have more fun.
Find a new hobby. You may not be having as much as you want because you feel like you' re doing the same old thing day after day. {#blank#}1{#/blank#} It will not only provide something to look forward to in your daily life , but it will also make you more open to new ideas.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#} Experts(专家) suggest that music helps reduce(减少) stress and improves your feelings. Every time you feel stressed, turn on a song you like to reduce your stress. By doing so, you will make it a part of your daily activities which will improve your feelings.
Take a trip together. Travel is great for your health. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} and try to improve your relation ships with the people you travel with. Travel doesn't have to be big. It can be taking a road trip just a few hours away.
{#blank#}4{#/blank#} Take the time to enjoy a little game from time to time. Even just playing the game-Rock Paper Scissors while you' re at your desk will make your study day a little more fun.
Even busy with your study, it's still important to find time for fun. It makes your life not so boring.
A. Listen to music. B. Play some games. C. Stay alone at home. D. Get a change of scene(场景). E. Try a new activity you love. |
What do you usually do to have fun? Why?(两个问题答案一共不超过10个词) {#blank#}5{#/blank#}
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