题型:阅读还原 题类:常考题 难易度:普通
新目标(Go for it)版2018-2019学年初中英语九年级上学期期中测试卷(一)(音频暂未更新)
Humans' Greatest Achievements
The earth is 4.5 billion years old, but the human race has lived on it for just 200, 000 years. In that short time, we have achieved some amazing things.
The list is almost endless. The invention of the airplane has changed our lives. The discovery of antibiotics(抗生素) has saved the lives of millions of people. Can you imagine living without electricity?What about the printing press(印刷术)?Without the printing press, you wouldn't be reading this. In the last 50 years, there have been great achievements in communication, such as radio, TV, computer, the Internet, and smartphone (智能手机).
What about the arts?The arts have brought pleasure to many people, but are the Beatles and Bach more important than antibiotics?
Finally, we must not forget humans' early achievements. We can't imagine modern life without cooked food and cars.
What are humans' greatest achievements?To answer the question, we need to decide what we mean by "great" Or is it just something that makes us say “Wow”, like the Great Wall?What do you think?
根据短文内容, 从方框中选出五个句子填入文中空缺处, 使短文内容完整正确.
A. We could probably live without them, but life wouldn't be so interesting. B. Is it something that makes us rich or happy or saves lives? C. We enjoy these things every day because they are free to use. D. They used fire for cooking and heating and invented the wheel. E. Many of humans' great achievements are in science and technology. F. And is Mickey Mouse as important an achievement as going to space? |
When the earthquake happens, the first thing is to protect yourself. Do you know how to do during a big earthquake? Scientists have some advice for us.
If you are in a farmhouse, don't get close to the glass, especially(尤其) big windows, just hide(躲) under the table.{#blank#}1{#/blank#}
If you are in a tall building, never jump out of the windows.{#blank#}2{#/blank#} When in a living room, find a strong table or rush into a smaller room like washroom. Then lie down your body. Take care of your head.
If you are outdoors, sit on the ground, don't run, and don't go back to your house to get your money or other things.{#blank#}3{#/blank#}
If you are in a moving car, drive to the side of the road, stop as quickly as possible, and stay in the car.{#blank#}4{#/blank#}It's dangerous.
After an earthquake, if you are safe, remember not to engage(占用) the phone line, keep it free for rescue(援救).
{#blank#}5{#/blank#}We should always hope for the best but prepare for the worst.
根据材料内容,从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项,使短文意思通顺、内容完整。
A. Remember not to use the lift. B. Don't try to drive across bridges. C. Cross your arms to protect yourself. D. Try to move away from buildings and street lights. E. Remember, these tips are very important. |
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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