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江苏省苏州相城区2016-2017学年八年级上学期英语期末考试试卷
We need animals. Every animal has its place in the balance(平衡)of nature. We should try to help save the animals.
Some people think zoos are good places. The zoos give the animals the comfortable and safe living places. If the animals get hurt or ill, people will take care of them. The zoo is a good place to know the rules in the wild world. We can be much closer to nature. We can know more about the animals in the zoos by watching, listening even smelling instead of just looking at the pictures in books.
Some people don't think animals feel happy in the zoos. Animals like pandas, wolves and bears usually live in the wild. They play and find food by themselves. They are free and happy in the wild. If they are in the zoos, food is enough and rooms are comfortable. They do not need to do their best to find food to eat or places to stay in. They just walk around, sleep day and night, but they are not free at all.
I think we should build national parks as wild life nature reserves to protect animals. If we do nothing, animals will get fewer and fewer.
A.Use correct language that you know. B.Slow down! C.Look at the examiner's face and eyes when you speak. D.Speak as much English in class as possible. E.Remember that everyone feels nervous in exams. F.Speak clearly so that the examiner can hear you. |
Speaking exams can be stressful! What if you don't understand the examiner (考官)? What if you don't get the exact word you need? Don't panic (惊慌)! Remember that everyone gets nervous in exams, especially oral exams. So, don't worry and our tips will help you feel more confident in a speaking exam.
★ Listening to as much English as possible will help to improve your speaking. Listening to songs, and watching films, TV series or video clips will help you feel more confident about speaking.
★{#blank#}1{#/blank#} If you speak English regularly in class, you will find it easier to speak in an exam.
★{#blank#}2{#/blank#} It's not a race. Before you speak, think carefully about what to say and speak a little slower than normal.
★{#blank#}3{#/blank#} Use words and expressions you have used before. If you don't know a word, think of another way to say it.
★{#blank#}4{#/blank#} If you find this difficult, practice with a friend at home. Stand at opposite ends of a room and speak to each other in English. Or speak to each other in English on your computers.
★{#blank#}5{#/blank#} So, take some deep breaths before the exam and try to relax.
Dear Linda,
My best friend Lily always hangs out with a girl who used to bully(欺凌) her. And she doesn't seem to want to be around me any more.
Lisa
Dear Lisa,
It's normal for friendships to change, and it's possible that the girl has changed over time. Instead of worrying about that, pay more attention to how your own friendship is changing. Hanging out with your friend mifht help to improve your friendship.
Dear Linda,
I often argue with my mom about my after-school hobbies. Sometimes she starts it. Sometimes I do. Anyway, I feel unhappy after arguing. What should I do?
Mike
Dear Mike,
Find a right time to talk to your mom. Tell her that you're unhappy after arguing with her and that you'd like to work out a way to avoid arguments.
Dear Linda,
I always dream dream of becoming a writer. But when I go back to reading a story I've written, it sounds boring and I don't want to finish it. Should I keep trying to write?
Nick
Dear Nick,
Every writer has been where you are--a place where nothing he writes sounds right. However, you should go on writing as much as you can. The more you practice, the better you'll get. Also, keep reading can help you learn a lot about writing.
Information Card
Linda's advice on how to improve Lisa's and her friend's friendship | ⑴ | {#blank#}1{#/blank#} |
The thing that Mike argues with his mom about | ⑵ | {#blank#}2{#/blank#} |
Mike's feeling after arguing | ⑶ | {#blank#}3{#/blank#} |
Nick's dream | ⑷ | {#blank#}4{#/blank#} |
The way that Nick can learn a lot about writing | ⑸ | {#blank#}5{#/blank#} |
Steve visits the nursing home near his house two afternoons each week. On one of those days, he reads to his friend Martin. On the other afternoon, he plays cards and talks with Mrs Johnson. Steve enjoys spending his extra time this way. He is a volunteer. A volunteer is a person who helps another person or has a job for which he or she does not get paid. A volunteer donates his or her time for free.
Everyone else in Steve's family is also a volunteer. Steve's mother Mary volunteers one afternoon each week at the local hospital. She talks to patients, delivers flowers, and helps the nurses with odd jobs. Steve's sister Gina volunteers two afternoons each week at the museum. She welcomes visitors and answers their questions. Steve's father David is also a volunteer. He is a volunteer fire fighter for the town in which they live.
Steve's family thinks volunteering is very important. Steve's parents think being a volunteer helps to teach values. Steve and his sister learn how to be kind and respect other people.
Steve's family does volunteer work to give something back to the community. They want to help people who are not as fortunate as they are.
根据短文内容, 完成信息表。
A family of volunteers
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Relationship |
Name |
Time per week |
{#blank#}1{#/blank#} |
Doings |
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Father |
David |
Anytime necessary |
Anywhere necessary |
{#blank#}2{#/blank#} |
|
Mother |
{#blank#}3{#/blank#} |
One afternoon |
The local hospital |
Talk to patients；Deliver flowers；Help nurses |
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Son |
Steve |
Two afternoons |
{#blank#}4{#/blank#} |
Read to Martin；Talk and play with Mrs Johnson |
|
{#blank#}5{#/blank#} |
Gina |
Two afternoons |
The museum |
Welcome visitors；Answer questions |
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Dear Dr Jackson, My parents are never pleased with me. They are always criticizing (批评) my clothes, my hair and the music I listen to. They hate my friends' looks and they keep complaining when I go with them. I'm not allowed to stay out as late as my friends do, so I can't have any fun. My parents only seem to care about my school marks. Although I love them, sometimes I feel we live in different worlds. If they love me, why don't they understand me? Angel |
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Dear Angel, Your problem is common to both teenagers and parents. Don't worry, because all this is natural. You see, your parents have grown up at a different time and they have different experiences. So, they think some things are strange, but you find the same things ordinary. For example, the music you like may sound like noise to them. Your parents love you, so they feel they must protect you from whatever they find strange. On the other hand, you don't want to be different teenagers, so you feel that your parents restrict you. I think you should talk about this problem with your parents. Try to explain to them what you want and make them know they can believe you. Sooner or later, they'll find you are a responsible (有责任心的) person and they will give you more freedom. Dr. Jackson |
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