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湖南省郴州市永兴县2023-2024学年九年级上学期11月期中英语试题
Inventions usually make a big difference to people's lives. Do you have any great inventions at home? Do they help you a lot in your life or bring you much fun? Here are some of the most useful inventions in families according to a survey.
The most helpful and creative invention for kids is the reading pen. With the specially- designed pen, kids find it convenient and fun to learn. Little kids can learn a lot, including story- telling, poems and music. They start learning by touching the contents(内容) in the books with the pen. This way kids can learn by themselves. They are also great helpers for primary school students after school. | |
Mopping robots(扫地机器人) are popular with people who are too busy to do housework. They are more popular with office ladies. They can help people clean dirt, dust and hair easily. With the help of them, people don't need to spend much time on housework. They can enjoy a more relaxing life after work. | |
As for old people, an electric foot basin(电动洗脚盆) is the best invention. It's a good choice to buy one for your grandparents. It can help keep their blood pressure normal and improve blood circulation(循环). The special basin can keep the water warm. So washing feet with it will help old people become healthier and more relaxed. |
Do you often listen to music at loud volumes(音量)? {#blank#}1{#/blank#}1 Over one billion young people may end with hearing loss,because of listening to loud noise for long periods of time.
{#blank#}2{#/blank#} It is not safe to listen to sounds that are louder than 85 dB(分贝) for eight hours or 100 dB for 15 minutes. The sound of a busy road is about 85 dB and the sound of a rock concert can be about 100 dB.
Loud noise is harmful to the inner ear. Most of us are born with about 16,000 hair cells(毛细胞) in our inner ears. These cells notice sounds. However, listening to loud noise for a long time can make these cells work too hard and cause some of them to die.This is what causes hearing loss. {#blank#}3{#/blank#}
Some people might think that their music isn't all that loud. {#blank#}4{#/blank#} For example,if you are in a noisy place like the subway,you might turn up your music too loud without knowing it. Later,you might feel uncomfortable.
Here is some advice on safe listening. Over﹣the﹣ear headphones are better than in﹣ear ones. {#blank#}5{#/blank#}And remember not to listen to loud music on your headphones for a long time.
A. Once this happens,it's hard to get your hearing back. B. They do a better job of stopping outside noise,so you can listen at a lower volume. C. You should know that this habit is bad for your hearing. D. The United Nations has standards(标准) for safe listening. E. But this can depend on where you are. |
ITEMS NEEDED!!! Community Sale: February 10 &11 2022Collections start on January 17 Deadline: January 27(no items will be accepted after this date) Do you have books, lamps, toys, records, DVD, holiday decorations, jewelry or any other items just collecting dust? Time to clean out your room and bring your items to the Community Square. All electronic items must be in working order. No clothing. computers, TVs or encyclopedias(百科全书) accepted. Those with questions or offer to help can call Jane Lee at 1024-10515. ![]() ![]() |
King's High School Summer Camp King's High School Summer Camp is a yearly training for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Teachers in King's High School and other high schools will give courses in London. Students will have trips to museums and culture centers. This year's summer school will be from July 20 to August 10. More information is as follows: Application(申请) date ● Students in London should send their applications before July 13, 2023. ● Students of other UK cities should send their applications before July 11, 2023. ● Foreign students should send their applications before July 5, 2023. Courses ● English Language: Spoken English (22 hours); Reading and Writing (10 hours) ● British History: 16 hours ● British Culture: 16 hours Steps ● A letter of self-introduction ● A letter of recommendation (推荐) *The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. Cost ●Daily lessons: £200 ● Sports and activities: £100 ●Travels: £200 ● Hotel service: £400 * You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city. E-mail: oh-summer-school@gmail.com |
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