Americans love cars．They go everywhere in them．8 5％of people in the US go to and from work by car. And most adults have driving licenses．Why does this car culture exist?How it started？

America’s love of cars started after the war(战争)when soldiers returned home from World War II to rebuild their lives．They borrowed money from the government to buy houses and cars which became the symbols of status(地位)．The more money they had，the bigger their cars were．

●Making of roads

During the war，President Eisenhower noticed what good roads Germany had．He decided to build new four-lane(四车道)roads in America．He said if something happened suddenly，the two-lane roads wouldn’t be able to carry all the cars that would suddenly leave the cities．Car and oil companies liked his idea and building started．

●Car lover

Not just teenagers are crazy about cars．Some Americans love their cars so much that they paint their cars beautifully .These are called Art Cars．Every April there is an activity in Houston，Texas，where they show their cars．

●Pollution

Cars have polluted the environment．American President Bush refused a worldwide law that is against pollution．Many countries were angry about it．Bush said he had to think of the American economy(经济)and all the American people that make money from cars．Factories say they want to make cars that pollute less．But others say making cars that pollute less will never be as good as having fewer cars．

1.When did Americans begin to love cars?

A.Before the new two-lane roads were built．

B.After World War II．

C.During World War II．

2..New four-1ane roads were build _______.

A.in Germany

B.by car and oil companies

C.in America

3..The underlined word “building” here means “the building of _______”．

A.companies B.roads C.houses

4..What were other countries’ feelings about Bush’s decision?

A.They agreed with him．

B.They showed anger to it．

C.They paid no attention to it.

5..What does the last sentence mean?

A.It’s better to have fewer cars．

B.It’s better to make cars that pollute less．

C.It’s easier to make cars that pollute less．

We have to agree that brushing teeth day after day can be a bit of pain. What’s even worse is trying to get much water to rinse(冲洗) out the toothpaste. Not only is it difficult, but also a waste of water. Of course, you could use a rinsing cup, but that has to be cleaned all the time. Now, a design company has finally invented an interesting invention called Rinser to help you do it.

A company in New York recently invented a toothbrush. It looks very much like a common one expcet one thing. That is when you pour water on the handle, it magically sprouts(涌向) straight into your mouth. It makes rinsing an easy thing and a lot of fun.

The brush is designed such that its handle(把手) has a hollowed(空的) out part. This part collects tap water and directs it to a tiny spout(喷口). All the users have to do, is aim the tap onto the spout and the toothbrush will offer you water as much as possible.

This kind of cool toothbrush won’t be used until November, 2012. Although it is convenient, it is a little expensive. Each one can cost $22 if you order it from the design company. Once it is sold in stores, the price will rise up to $34.99. If you are interested in this cool toothbrush, ask your mum or dad to get one for you!

1.What can Rinser do according to the passage?

A.It can save time when you brush your teeth.

B.It can help you rinse the toothpaste.

C.It can help wash your face.

2..What does Rinser look like ?

A.It looks like a common toothbrush.

B.It looks like a tap.

C.It is too heavy.

3..What does Paragraph 3 mainly tell us?

A.It mainly tells us what Rinser looks like.

B.It mainly tells us when we can use Rinser.

C.It mainly tells us how Rinser offers you water.

4..The underlined word“Once”means“________”in Chinese.

A.一次 B.一旦 C.曾经

5..When will people start to use Rinser according to the passage?

A.In December 2012.

B.In November 2012.

C.In November 2013.

1.What kind of movie do you think it is?

A. A cartoon

B. A thriller

C. An action movie

2. Which of the following about Lady gaga is NOT mentioned in the picture?

A. She has set up a foundation.

B She has been selected (选举)as the most popular singer.

C. She has done something against(反对) bullying.

3.What is Linda doing?

A.She is writing a book.

B. She is looking for a job.

C. She is making a film.

4.Which of the following is TRUE?

A.Students can practice playing tennis at 8pm on July 26

B.The tennis camps are free to everyone

C.You can call Mr. Han to learn more information.

5. If you order one Italian sandwich and two glasses of hot milk, you should pay _______

A. $5B. $8C. $11

You might think that Western students are less shy when they meet something new or come to a new environment , but the truth is that pupils in the UK can be uncomfortable too. Being at university can make Britons feel nervous. Everyone finds it difficult to talk to the other gender(性别) at school.

However, there is a way of dealing with this shyness in Britain, and it is called “Freshers Week”. Freshers Week is designed to help people socialize（适应社会） and lose their inhibitions(拘谨). It is a one-week long party for first year students to welcome them before lectures and coursework begin.

I remember my first week at university—it was terrifying. I looked at the schedule for Freshers Week and was amazed at how much was planned. Every hall organizes its own events to help students become friends with the people they live with. My hall was called "Goldney Hall" and the week ahead included(包括) a talent show, a comedy night,and themed parties, including one for which we had to dress up as golfers.

The first event I went to was a school kid party at which everyone dressed up as if they were in school. This party encouraged me to talk to all the people on my floor. One boy, who lived opposite my room, was very handsome and I felt nervous speaking to him at first. But when we met at the party dressed in silly school outfits(装备), I remember feeling a lot more relaxed speaking to him.

My Freshers Week was busy, but I managed to forget how scared I was. There is one thing's for sure: Nothing helps you lose your inhibitiongs quite like dressing up as a golfer.

1.How do Britons feel when they first go to college?

2.What was the name of the writer's hall?

3.How many events did the writer's hall organize?

4.Is the party for all students or first year students?

5.What was the first event the wtiter went to?

A：National Day is coming,we’ll have an 8-day holiday. It’s great. 1._____________________?

B: I don’t have any plan this holiday.

A: Where did you use to go?

B: I used to go to the beach .

A: 2._____________________________________?

B:No,we didn’t use to swim. We used to collect shells and play volleyball on the beach.

A3.____________________! Do you plan to go there again?

B:No.I’m in Grade 9 this term, I think study should come first.

A: You are hard-working,so you are always the top student in our class.We’ll have the monthly test soon. 4.________________________________?

B: By studying with a group. we can learn and help each other. 5.__________________?

A: Sure,I’d like to join you. We’ll have fun learning!

The junior high school graduates have to take a P.E. test in many places around China. The full marks are usually 30 points and it counts for much in the senior high school entrance exam. 1..因为对青少年而言，保持健康是非常重要的。

In Nanjing the test is held in April. Students have the test in their own schools. Each student is tested on three sports. They can choose long jump, basketball dribbling (运球) or volleyball. The pull-up is for boys and girls can choose the sit-up. Both boys and girls must skip（跳绳） in the test，2..所以，学生们需要花大量的时间练习跳绳。They have fun skipping.

3..Most students find the test easy and more than 90％of them can get full marks. That’s because they have been training for it during the three whole years. Students in Junior Three usually do lots of practice in P.E. classes. 4. .The training makes the test easier than it seems to be.

Students in Nanjing don’t need to run a lot for the test, but students in Beijing must do lots of running for the test. Running is one of the sports in test. So in P.E. classes, they usually run a lot. Sometimes they have to run 3,000 meters in one class. Some students are tired of running, 5..they don’t think running is the most necessary sport for teens. They should be allowed to choose their favorite sports, such as swimming or dancing. But most teachers and parents welcome the P.E. test. They say it helps students build up their health.

学校20周年校庆马上就到了。届时，将会有许多毕业生回到母校来参观并看望老师。你作为一名志愿服务者来接待学长们，将在报告厅向他们简单介绍学校现在的基本情况，并谈谈你个人对创建和谐美好校园的建议及对学校美好未来的祝福。

注意：1.表达中须包含所给要点，可以适当发挥。 2.字数80左右。开头已写好，不计入总词数。3.文中表达不要提及真实校名及姓名。

用括号中所给单词的适当形式填空。

1. Could you give me some (advise ) on how to become a driver?

2. Lucy always does everything very ___________(careful).

3. I spent fifteen yuan ( buy) the silk scarf.

4. I was very angry because he ( agree) with me.

5. She sings much (well) than me. .

根据句意及所给汉语意思写出所缺单词。

1.The little boy likes to (分享) his apples with the little girl.

2. “Why are you late for school again?” said his teacher (生气地) ___________________.

3. Every times before he goes a________ the street , he is always careful to look both ways.

4. Ladies and g ，welcome to Lanzhou.

5.In order to get a better (教育)，I decide to go abroad next year.

Please write down the answers________ these questions ．

A．to B．of C．for D. with