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Shawn and Thomas had always been good friends. They lived near each other, and they both loved __36__.They played baseball, touch football, and kickball. They also liked to play soccer, shoot baskets, and skateboard.
When they were in the fourth grade, though, Thomas broke his __37__ in a soccer game. He had to be on crutches for six weeks.
Shawn __38__ Thomas, but what was there to do? Shawn didn’t like television or computer games. Thomas didn’t like to sit and talk. After trying three times to start a conversation, Shawn __39__ up. He said, “I’m out of here.”
For days, Shawn __40__at home, feeling guilty for not visiting Thomas again. Thomas stayed home, too, feeling __41__because Shawn wasn’t visiting him. After a week, Shawn’s mom spoke up. “It’s time for you and Thomas to get back into action! That’s why I spoke to Ms McNulty at the library. She has the perfect volunteer job for you both,” she said.
Shawn said __42__.
His mom continued, “The library sells used books to raise money. People are always __43__off books in bags and boxes. Someone has to carry the books to the storage room. Someone has to sort them into fiction (小说) and nonfiction. You and Thomas can be a team __44__.”“No, we can’t!” said Shawn. “He and I don’t want a job.” However, Shawn’s mom wouldn’t __45__ no for an answer.
Sure enough, __46__the boys began, things changed. Shawn felt strong as he carried bags and boxes through the library. Sorting books in the storage room, Thomas felt useful again. In fact, one day Thomas said, “Between you and me, Shawn, this isn’t so __47__.” Shawn smiled and agreed. They were a good team.
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【小题1】
A.sports B.booksC.movies D.arts
【小题2】
A.arm B.hand C.legD.nose
【小题3】
A.phonedB.invited C.visitedD.checked
【小题4】
A.came B.gave C.turnedD.hurried
【小题5】
A.stayedB.waitedC.calledD.talked
【小题6】
A.tiredB.afraidC.weakD.angry
【小题7】
A.nothingB.somethingC.anythingD.everything
【小题8】
A.bringingB.dropping C.showingD.knocking
【小题9】
A.soonB.onlyC.perhapsD.again
【小题10】
A.chooseB.keepC.takeD.allow
【小题11】
A.becauseB.once C.ifD.although
【小题12】
A.privateB.simple C.badD.special
People know the dangers of fires. It’s good for a family to learn how to prepare for a fire. Here are sonic suggestions:
Put a smoke a1arm in the house. Smoke from a fire causes the alarm to go off The alarm makes a loud sound. The sound tells everyone to leave the house at once.
Make escape (逃脱) plans. They should know all the ways out of the house. If there is a fire, everyone follows the plan to get out. Part of the plan is to check all the windows to make sure they can be opened easily.
Buy fire extinguishers (灭火器) in the house, Everyone in the family should know how to use them.
Practise for a fire. They do fire practice because they teach children about fire safety. Everyone in. the family should know the following fire rules:
★ Don’t open a hot door! The tire can grow more quickly if you open the door.
★Stay close to the floor! Smoke can be more dangerous than fire, The best air is near the floor because smoke rises.
★What will you do if your hair or clothes start to burn? First, stop! Don’t run! The fire burns faster because of more air. Drop! Fall to the floor. Then roll! Turning over and over will make the fire go out. Put a blanket (毯子) around you to keep air away from the fire that may still be on you.
There are many possible causes for fires. A wise family is ready all the time. If there is a fire, don’t forget to call 119 for help.
【小题1】What does it mean when a smoke alarm rings at home?
A.You have to get up. B.Water is running to the floor.
C.Something is burning. D.Someone breaks your window,
【小题2】The writer advises people to do the following to prepare for a fire except that ____
A.they practise for a fire B.they make escape plans
C.they buy fire extinguishersD.they use electrical cookers
【小题3】When a fire happens, ___ if you open the hot door.
A.the fire will grow more quickly B.the electricity will be cut off
C.the door will soon be on fire D.the house will fall down
【小题4】 What are the right steps you should take when your hair or clothes catch fire?
A.Stop, run, roll. B.Step, drop, roll.C.Run, drop, roll. D.Roll, drop, stop.
【小题5】What is the best title for this passage?
A.The Dangers of a Fire. B.The Causes of a Fire.
C.Learn to Use a Fire Extinguisher. D.Be Ready for a Fire.
Earthquakes are hard to predict. but do you know what to do before, during and after an earthquake? Here’s some advice:
Before an earthquake It’s necessary to prepare yourself and your family. All family members should know how to turn off gas, water and electricity and know useful telephone numbers(doctor, hospital, police, 119, etc.). Never put heavy things over beds.
During an earthquake It’s important for each of you to stay calm. If you are indoors, quickly move to a safe place in the room such as under a strong table. The purpose is to protect yourself from objects, stay away from windows, large mirrors, heavy furniture and so on. If you’re cooking, turn off the gas. If you’re outdoors, move to an open area like a playground. Move away from buildings, bridge and trees. If you are driving, stop the car as soon as possible, staying away from bridges and tall building. Stay in your car.
After an earthquake Once the shaking has stopped, DO NOT run out of the building at once. It’s better to wait and leave when it’s safe. Check around you and help the people who are in trouble. If your building is badly broken, leave it. If you smell of hear a gas, get everyone outside and open windows and doors. If you can do it safely, turn off the gas. Report it to the gas company.
【小题1】Which of the following is mentioned in the second paragraph?
A.People should know how to turn on gas.
B.People should now how to save water.
C.People shouldn’t put heavy boxes over beds.
D.People shouldn’t forget the phone numbers of others.
【小题2】When an earthquake happens, __________can help you deal with it.
A.standing stillB.staying calmC.looking outsideD.moving indoors
【小题3】 During an earthquake, if you are driving in an open area, you should ________.
A.speed up your carB.stop your car and stay in
C.slow down your carD.stop your car and run out
【小题4】 When the earth stops shaking , you should_________.
A.check around you firstB.run out of the building at once
C.break the windowns and doors.D.write a report to your company
【小题5】You can learn _______after reading the passage.
A.what an earthquake is likeB.what to do to avoid an earthquake
C.how an earthquake happensD.how to protect yourself in an earthquake

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