题型：阅读选择 题类： 难易度：普通
浙江省舟山临城区域2024-2025学年八年级上学期期中联考英语试题
How do you feel when you have to make a speech in front of class? What about when you go to a birthday party? Do you get really shy?
Shyness means feeling worried or afraid when you're around other people. Experts (专家) have found that more than 80 percent of middle school students feel afraid to be the center of attention (注意). Some kids are born shy. Some become shy later because of their life experiences (经历).
It's OK if it takes you a minute to feel yourself again when you go to a new place or meet new people. In fact, everybody gets a little shy sometimes. It's just a problem of how much.
Most people have red faces and talk in broken language when they get shy. But some become so shy that they won't go to a restaurant because they are too nervous to order and pay for their food. Some are afraid of meeting new people, so they hardly go outside. This kind of shyness can be bad for a person.
If shyness doesn't stop you from doing something you want to do, being shy isn't a very big problem. Some experts say shy people are cleverer because they think more and talk less. Shy people are also good at working with others because they think more for other people. Some great people in history were shy, too.
You see, being shy isn't all bad. But remember not to let good chances pass by just because of it! If you have to sing a song at a birthday party or practice your spoken English in front of others, just do it! There's nothing to be afraid of.
In winter and spring, the flu is a kind of serious illness. In fact, it is hard for you to stay away from it. However, there are some ways to cut down the possibility of catching it.
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According to a study, the immune system(免疫系统) in the body doesn't work well in the cold weather, while viruses(病毒) don't like the warm body. So wearing enough clothes may help keep away from them.
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Although it's possible for you to keep away from anyone coughing, you're more likely to pick up viruses from something you touch. "Wash hands often. If there is no way to clean hands, try not to touch your eyes or nose," said Dr Walton. "This is a common way for viruses to get into your body."
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When you're sleeping, your body is able to produce something to fight with viruses. People who sleep for seven to eight hours will have a stronger immune system than those who sleep less. According to Dr Walton, if you can't get enough sleep during the night, a 30-minute daytime nap is enough to make up for the bad effect of the poor nighttime sleep on the immune system.
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Taking enough exercise can keep the immune system work better. However, doing too much exercise may bring some bad results. For example, you may catch viruses more easily.
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To keep away from the flu, having flu jabs(预防针) is necessary and important. "It's true that the jab can't protect us against all kinds of flu, but it can save lives. I certainly have one every year,"says Dr Walton.
A. Get the flu jab in time B. Take control of the body C. Do enough exercise to keep strong D. Keep your hands clean at any time E. Put on enough clothes to keep warm F. Have enough sleep every day |
School online shows | |
节目名称 | 节目内容与目的 |
名 人 堂 (Great Minds) | 。讲述名人故事 ▶目的：学习榜样，汲取力量 |
悦 读 会 (Happy Reading) | 。分享好书 ▶目的：增强兴趣，助力成长 |
解 忧 吧 (Helpful Advice) | 。倾听烦恼 ▶目的：释放压力，提高成绩 |
健 康 馆 (Healthy Life) | 。…… ▶目的：ⅆⅆ |
参考词汇：draw strength 汲取力量；relieve 释放
School online shows
In order to make our school life more colourful, our school plans to hold some online shows. Here I will introduce some of them.
Come and join us!
No one can deal with all the problems on his own. We all have to ask for favors（寻求帮助）sometimes. But it can be a difficult thing to do, even when you ask a good friend. So how can you ask for a favor and be sure to get a positive response（正面回应)?Here are some suggestions.
Be a nice person. When you ask someone for a favor，you're really asking the person to go out of his or her way to help you. Show the person that you understand he or she is doing something especially nice for you. If people think you're friendly, they're more likely(可能的)to want to help. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}And，of course, a smile goes a long way.
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Show your respect（尊重）. If someone agrees to do you a favor，allow the person to choose when he or she helps you. Be respectful of the other person's time，and try not to ask for too much. {#blank#}4{#/blank#}Don't make a habit of asking for favors, and always make sure you're ready to do someone a favor in return.
A. Now you have his attention and can explain the situation. B. Choose your words carefully. C. If someone refuses your request, you should accept the answer politely. D. Thank them sincerely (真诚地）when they help you. E. Try your best to help the one who did you a favor once in your way. |
PLACES FOR FUN |
Outdoor Cinema This cinema is mainly set up for all movie lovers. There are 3D glasses for your free use. Whether you like science fiction movies or action movies, you can come here to enjoy one of them. It is open from 8:00 a. m. to 10:00 p. m. every day. Address: Jackson, New Jersey Ticket Info: Single-day tickets: $6 |
Hershey Park As a part of the world-famous Hershey chocolate brand, the park now has one of the biggest play areas in Pennsylvania. Address: Hershey, Pennsylvania Ticket Info: 1-day tickets（ages 2 and up）: $50 2-day tickets for ages 3 to 17 and 62+: $40 each day |
Sea World San Diego The Sea World Company offers visitors an opportunity to see different sea animals. Sea World San Diego now has 26 animal habitats（栖息地）, 20 shows, including swimming with dolphins. Here you also have the opportunity to communicate with animals. Address: San Diego, California Ticket Info: 1-day tickets for ages 3+: $75 |
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