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Dear mum and dad,
I’m writing this letter to you from the center of Australia. At the moment we’re staying near Uluru—that’s the aboriginal(土著) name for Ayers Rock. On the first day, we took a balloon tour over the rock, and I was surprised at how big it was: 3.6 kilometers long and 384 meters high. The colors of the rock are fantastic, and at different times of the day, they change from purple to red. The Aborigines are the first people of Australia, and the ancient aboriginal stories describe the spirits that created the world. Uluru is a center of Aboriginal culture.
The Australians have many British relatives. That’s why they’re like us in many ways. Their family life is similar to ours, and they enjoy the same food and hobbies. The food and drink that most Australians like are grapes, lamb, ham and especially wine that they make in the south of the country. They love all sports, but football is the most popular. Most Australians live near the coast, so they also love going to the beach, swimming and surfing.
Although it’s December, it’s summer over here. The sunshine is very bright, and near the coast the countryside is very green. There are lots of sheep in the fields and on the hills, but the outback(澳洲内陆) is more like a desert, full of rocks and sand.
The next day after we arrived at Uluru, we went on a camel(骆驼) ride. The camel that I rode had a bad temper. When I sat on its back, it became very angry and refused me. So everyone else thought it was very funny that my camel kept lying down…
Finally, later this evening, we’re taking the plane back to Sydney and coming home, it’s been a fantastic trip!
Tony
1.Which is NOT true according to Paragraph One?
A. Uluru is the name for Ayers Rock.
B. The height of Uluru is 384 meters.
C. The rock of Uluru doesn’t change colors.
D. Uluru is the center of Aboriginal culture.
2.Tony may be a(n) ________.
A. British B. Australian
C. American D. Chinese
3.________ is the most popular sport in Australia.
4.The underlined word “temper” means “________” in Chinese.
A. 脾气 B. 记忆
C. 命令 D. 信心
5.What is the best title of this passage?
A. A Balloon Tour B. An Aboriginal Letter
C. A Fantastic Trip D. A Summer Evening
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阅读下面短文, 在空白处按要求填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。每空1个单词。
Dear Mum and Dad,
I am writing this letter to you from the central Australia. Now, we are staying near Ayers Rock. On the first day, we took a plane tour over the rock, and I was surprised 1. (介词) how big it was! During different periods of the day, the 2. (colour) of the rock turn dark blue, purple, yellow and red. Ayers Rock is a centre of local Aboriginal culture.
The Aborigines are the people that have lived in Australia from the3. ( early) times, and they believed that the spirits created the world.
The Australians have a close relationship with the British. Many Australians are like us in many ways. The foods that Australians like most are ham and beef with lots of salad. They also grow grapes and other fruits. They love all sports, but 4. (冠词) game that they like most is Australian football. They also love going to the beach for swimming and surfing or just 5. (lie) in the sun.
6. (连词) it is December, it is summer over here. The sun is very bright, and near the coast the countryside is very green. There are lots of 7. ( sheep) in the fields and on the hills, but the middle of the country has no trees or grass, just rocks and sand—And kangaroos!
Australians speak English, but in 8.(they) own way. For example, when they say "G' day!" and " No worries.", they mean " Hello!" and "Don't worry about it. It's not a problem ! "
On the second day, we went horse riding. The horse that I rode was lazy, so I was 9. (leave) far behind the others. But I enjoyed the slow and relaxing ride.
Later this evening, we are taking the plane back to Sydney and coming home. It has 10. ( be) a wonderful trip.
Love,
Tony
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Dear Dad,
I am writing this letter to you because it’s too difficult to talk about it. I can’t stop about my uncle and how he died. In fact, I seriously want to ask you to stop smoking. I’ve looked up information about smoking and I’ve found out some disturbing(令人不安的) things.
You already know that smoking is bad for your breathing and can cause cancer. I’ve found out it causes many other illnesses as well. Did you know that over 100,000 people die from smoking every year in Britain? It’s the second cause of death in the world. I don’t want you to be one of these people.
When Mum you to smoke outside, you think she’s just being difficult. Well, it’s true that she doesn’t like the smell of smoke in the house and on our clothes. It’s not very pleasant. However, when you smoke, it’s also bad for me and Mum. In other words, when we breathe in your smoke, it’s like we are smoke . As a result, we can get diseases as well. Doctors are finding that more and more non-smokers are falling ill because of the effects of other people’s smoking.
I know that it is very difficult to stop smoking you mustn’t give in(屈服) to it. Please see the doctor and ask him for help. We will do anything we can you. You must try to save your own . You are important to us and we don’t want to lose you. Who else can I ask to help me my maths homework or fix my bike? Please don’t smoke!
Your loving daughter,
Kate
1.A. to think B. thinking C. think D. thought
2.A. a lot B. many C. lots of D. a few
3.A. that B. which C. why D. what
4.A. big B. bigger C. biggest D. most big
5.A. will ask B. ask C. is asking D. asks
6.A. we B. us C. our D. ourselves
7.A. but B. or C. and D. so
8.A. help B. to help C. helping D. helps
9.A. life B. lives C. live D. living
10.A. for B. with C. on D. to
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This is a letter from a pet dog to his master(主人).
“Dear master, when you took me away from my mum, it was snowing heavily. You kept me in your arms, and that made me feel very warm and comfortable. I’ve been with you for about a year so far, but I’m afraid you don’t know me quite well, so I decide to write this letter to you.
I’ll live for ten to fifteen years before leaving this world. I enjoy every moment being with you. So I’m always sad when I stay away from you.
Please give me time to understand what you want me to do. Don’t lock me up if you are angry with me. Don’t leave me alone all the time. You have your work and your friends. But I only have you.
Talk to me sometimes. Although I don’t understand your words, I can tell from your voice whether you are happy or sad. Please don’t treat me badly when you are unhappy. Remember that: however you treat me, I will never forget it. And if you treat me terribly, it will have a bad influence on me for a long time.
Before you hit me, remember that I have sharp teeth that could easily hurt you, but that I choose not to. You are my master, I can never hurt you.
Take care of me when I get old. You will grow old, too.
One day I might leave you forever. However, everything will be easy for me if you are there. Please keep in mind: I love you, always.”
1.How long will the pet dog live?
A. 5-10 years. B. 10-15 years.
C. 15-20 years. D.5-15 years
2.The pet dog will never forget______.
A. its master’s voice
B. its master’s words
C. how its master treats it
D. its master’s name
3.The underlined word “sharp” means “_____” in Chinese.
A. 轮廓鲜明的 B. 敏锐的 C. 锋利的 D. 闪亮的
4.Reading the passage, we can feel the deep love that______.
A. the pet dog shows to his parents
B. the master shows to the pet dog
C. humans show to animals
D. the pet dog shows to its master
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Dear Amy
How are you? Mum, Dad and I went to Thailand last week. We had a great time!
We arrived at the airport early on Friday morning. I chose a window seat on the plane. I could see the clouds clearly from the window. They looked soft and shiny. Four hours later, we landed in Thailand.
We stayed at a hotel in Pattaya on our first day. We went to the beach. We played different water sports there. We had so much fun! We were tired when we got back to the hotel.
On the next day, we went to Bangkok. We visited two temples there. They looked like golden bells with pointed tops. We took some photos outside the temples and had a walk in the gardens. In the evening, we had dinner at a restaurant next to a lake. The food was very spicy so I kept drinking cold water!
On the last day, we hung out at a shopping mall. Mum bought a beautiful tea set. Dad bought some T-shirts and I bought some dried mangoes (芒果干). We went to the airport after lunch. I was lucky because I got a window seat again. This time I could see the beautiful sunset (日落).
We enjoyed the trip very much. I hope we will go on another trip again soon.
Love
Polly
1.In Thailand Polly did the following activities EXCEPT ________.
A. go shopping B. play water sports
C. go to the beach D. enjoy the sunrise
2.How long was Polly’s trip in Thailand?
A. 2 days. B. 3 days. C. 5 days. D. A week.
3.Polly and his parents went to________on the second day.
A. the beach B. the temples
C. the airport D. the shopping mall
4.The underlined word ‘spicy’ probably means ‘________’.
A. hot B. sweet C. salty D. sour
5.In this letter, Polly mainly told Amy about ________.
A. his weekend B. his holiday plan
C. his trip to Thailand D. his views of Thailand
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Dear Amy
How are you? Mum, Dad and I went to Thailand last week. We had a great time!
We arrived at the airport early on Friday morning. I chose a window seat on the plane. I could see the clouds clearly from the window. They looked soft and shiny. Four hours later, we landed in Thailand. We stayed at a hotel in Pattaya on our first day. We went to the beach. We played different water sports there. We had so much fun! We were tired when we got back to the hotel.
On the next day, we went to Bangkok. We visited two temples there. They looked like golden bells with pointed tops. We took some photos outside the temples and had a walk in the gardens. In the evening, we had dinner at a restaurant next to a lake. The food was very spicy so I kept drinking cold water!
On the last day, we hung out at a shopping mall. Mum bought a beautiful tea set. Dad bought some T-shirts and I bought some dried mangoes (芒果干). We went to the airport after lunch. I was lucky because I got a window seat again. This time I could see the beautiful sunset (日落).
We enjoyed the trip very much. I hope we will go on another trip again soon.
Love
Polly
1. In Thailand Polly did the following activities EXCEPT .
A. go shopping B. play water sports
C. go to the beach D. enjoy the sunrise
2. How long was Polly’s trip in Thailand?
A. 2 days. B. 3 days. C. 5 days. D. A week.
3.Polly and his parents went to on the second day.
A. the beach B. the temples
C. the airport D. the shopping mall
4.The underlined word ‘spicy’ probably means ‘ ’.
A. hot B. Sweet C. salty D. sour
5.In this letter, Polly mainly told Amy about .
A. his weekend B. his holiday plan
C. his trip to Thailand D. his views of Thailand
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Dear Susan,
How are you? I’m going to visit Hong Kong with Mum and Dad next month. We’ll arrive on the second of August. It’s so exciting! We can meet each other soon!
I will spend a day in Ocean Park on the third of August. I know that you’ve visited Ocean Park many times before. Can you give me some advice on what to see in Ocean Park?
I would also like to visit you at your home on the fourth of August. Are you free on that day? I’ve bought a present for you. I think you’ll love it.
By the way. would you like to go to Disney land with me? I really want to take some photos with you in Disneyland. You know I love the famous cartoon characters of Disney such as Snow White and Mickey Mouse very much. I know you love them too.
When can you go to Disneyland with me? Please let me know. I'll stay until the ninth of August and go back to England on that day
See you soon Love
Lily
1.How long will Lily stay in Hong Kong?
A. One day B. Eight days. C. Ten days D. Nine days
2.What will Lily do on the fourth of August?
A. Buy a present B. Visit Ocean Park
C. Visit Susan at her home D. Go back to England
3.What will Lily do in Disney land?
A. Take photos B. Watch a cartoon
C. See a film of Mickey Mouse D. Read the story of Snow White
4.Lily wants to know_______
A. if Susan has received her present B. when she will go back to England
C. if Susan can meet her at the airport D. when Susan can go to Disney land with her
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Dear Susan,
How are you? I’m going to visit Hong Kong with Mum and Dad next month. We’ll arrive on the second of August. it's so exciting! We can meet each other soon!
I will spend a day in Ocean Park on the third of August. I know that you’ve visited Ocean Park many times before. Can you give me some advice on what to see in Ocean Park?
I would also like to visit you at your home on the fourth of August. Are you free on that day? I’ve bought a present for you. I think you’ll love it.
By the way. would you like to go to Disney land with me? I really want to take some photos with you in Disneyland You know I love the famous cartoon characters of Disney such as Snow White and Mickey Mouse very much. I know you love them too.
When can you go to Disneyland with me? Please let me know. I'll stay until the ninth of August and go back to England on that day
See you soon
Love
Lily
1.When will Lily arrive in Hong Kong?
A. On the second of August B. On the third of August
C. On the fourth of August D. On the ninth of August
2.How long will Lily spend in Ocean Park?
A. Half a day B. One day
C. One and a half days D. Two days
3.What will Lily do on the fourth of August?
A. Buy a present B. Visit Ocean Park
C. Go back to England D. Visit Susan at her home
4.What will Lily do in Disney land?
A. Take photos B. Watch a cartoon
C. See a film of Mickey Mouse D. Read the story of Snow White
5.Lily wants to know_______
A. if Susan has received her present
B. when she will go back to England
C. if Susan can meet her at the airport
D. when Susan can go to Disney land with her
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Dear neighbors,
We are writing this letter to you because our school has started a group. It is called “Help the Environment”. It works to look after the environment.
Here are some interesting facts that our group has learnt:
Most things that we throw away can be reused or recycled.
Some European countries, for example, Germany, already recycle half of their waste.
90% of people in our country would like to recycle more.
We think that most people would agree with these statements:
We need to recycle our waste, not use up the world’s sources.
It is better to recycle waste than to burn it in the earth or the sea.
Our environment group has decided that one of the best things we can do is to collect reusable waste. We will sell this waste to recycle companies and give the money to Friends of the Earth. We would like people living near the school to bring their recyclable waste to the school. But if you are too busy, we will collect it from you once a week.
We hope that you will agree to this. If you do, please sign your names below this letter.
Yours,
John Cooper
根据短文内容，判断下列句子是否正确，对的涂（A），错的涂（B）。
1.Few things that we throw away can be used again or recycled.
2. Most people in our country would like to recycle more.
3. It is better to burn waste than to throw it into the sea.
4.If you need, our school group will collect your recyclable waste every day.
5.John Cooper from the school “Help the Environment” wrote the letter.
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A Letter from Antioche
Saturday, May 23, AD 526
Dear Father
I write to tell you the shocking news that has happened since you left here last month. On Wednesday, Antioch had a terrible earthquake. Mother and I are safe, and our house is damaged but still standing. However, over 220,000 people in the city have died, and officials expect even higher numbers as the survivors search everywhere for their loved ones. Hundreds are fleeing the city, carrying their few undamaged things on their backs.…
Many of the churches, markets, theaters, and buildings were in bad shapes. All the city was in a mess. Fallen trees, broken windows and rubbish everywhere. One of the saddest losses was theGreat Church. Although it survived the aftershocks, it caught fire yesterday and burned.
Thieves have hit some people who are fleeing the city. But all hope is not lost. Just this morning, brave people saved a young woman and her child from a broken house. As I write, volunteers are getting back many of our pieces of fine mosaic art. They are putting them into boats to take them to other places. And Emperor Justin sent a message this morning, He has promised to help us rebuild.
I wish you a safe journey.
Your son,
Simeon
Word Bank:
Antioch n.安条克（古叙利亚首都，现为土耳其南部一城市）damage vt.损害 survivor n. 生存者flee vt. 逃离 loss n.损失
1.From the letter we can infer that ________________.
A.Antioch was a small city
B.Most people were calm after the earthquake
C.only a small number of people died in the earthquake
D.before the earthquake, Antioch was a cultured city.
2.Why are people probably fleeing the city?
A.They are afraid to be stolen.
B.They are afraid of more earthquakes.
C.They are going to search for lost loved ones.
D.They want to save the city’s art works.
3.What is the theme（主题） of this letter?
A.most people stay calm during the difficulties.
B.People only enjoy what they have after they lose it.
C.Even in difficulties, good things happen.
D.Saving people is more important than protecting art.