2020中考英语时事阅读第13期

备战2022年中考英语考前时事热点话题阅读+题型专练热点50 大熊猫保护的最新进展一、阅读理解1Da Mao and Er Shun are two giant pandas that have made the Calgary Zoo in Canada their home since 2018. They were expected to live there until 2023. However, they will head back to China earlier than expected.The zoo announced the news on May 12, saying the decision was made due to COVID-19 travel restrictions （限制）. The restrictions have made it more challenging for the zoo to get bamboo for the pandas to eat, Global News reported.According to the zoo, 99 percent of a giant panda’s diet is made up of fresh bamboo. Each adult giant panda eats around 40 kg of bamboo a day.“We believe the best and safest place for Er Shun and Da Mao to be during these challenging times is where bamboo is easy to get,” said Dr Clement.1. The news about two giant pandas back to China was reported by ________.A. Global NewsB. Calgary ZooC. TeensD. creative papers2. From the reading we know that Calgary Zoo ________.A. promised to keep Da Mao and Er Shun until 2023B. is not always the suitable place for the two giant pandasC. has been in danger since the outbreak startedD. doesn’t allow any tourists to visit3. It is clear that ________.A. fresh bamboo makes up more than 95% diet of a giant pandaB. a panda eats 40 kg of bamboo each dayC. there will be more giant pandas back to ChinaD. only if pandas are sent back to China can they survive during the pandemic4. Da Mao and Er Shun will head back to China mainly because of ________.A. moneyB. safetyC. COVID-19D. challenge5. In which section can we read the news?A. TEENS.B. CULTURE.C. INTERNATIONAL.D. HISTORY.【答案】1. A 2. B 3. A 4. C 5. C【解析】文章介绍了加拿大卡尔加里动物园的两只大熊猫大毛和二顺，它们预计将在那里生活到2023年。

2020中考英语时文阅读（新型冠状肺炎）Science can help us win科学能帮助我们赢得胜利It’s not just doctors, but also scientists who are working to study the virus from scratch (从头开始).Chinese scientists have reacted(反应) quickly to deal with the novel coronavirus. On Jan 11 – 12 days after getting a sample(样本) from an infected patient – scientists in Wuhan released the genetic sequence(基因序列) of the novel coronavirus, the key to understanding the virus. They shared this data with scientists around the world.Around Jan 14, several companies created nucleic acid test kits(核酸检测盒) to help identify(识别) suspected(疑似的) infections. The Kehua Biochemical Company made the first kits. The kits take 1.5 to 3 hours to provide results from samples taken from patients. Now 10 companies are making 1.7 million testing kits every day, according to the National Medical Products Administration.Scientists are still looking for new medications and treatments. They have found that plasma(血浆) from recovered(康复的) patients has antibodies(抗体) that can stop the virus. As of Feb 28, 91 patients had seen improvements in their symptoms(症状) thanks to plasma from recovered patients, according to the National Health Commission.Some kinds of traditional Chinese medicine are being used to treat patients, while five drugs are in clinical trials(临床试验), or human testing.However, the best way to end the epidemic is through vaccination(接种疫苗). Vaccines can stimulate(激活) the immune system(免疫系统) and fight the disease. But it can take as many as 5 to 10 years to develop a vaccine. Scientists have to test new vaccines on animals and then on humans.Chinese scientists have isolated(分离) strains(株) of the virus, the basic(基础的) ingredient to make vaccines. Potential(有潜力的) vaccines are set to begin clinical trials as early as late April or May, according to the National Health Commission. With the shared virus data, scientists in other countries are also working on it. US company Moderna Therapeutics started human trials of a potential vaccine on Feb 24.Supercomputers help studySupercomputers can run calculations(计算) faster than ordinary ones. China’s fastest supercomputer has a processing speed of 93.0 petaflops(千万亿次) per second. Scientists are nowusing supercomputers to look for possible drugs. They make programs and let them run on the supercomputers to find possible drugs. The computers can also analyze(分析) the genetic data of the virus and help scientists develop vaccines. Companies like Tencent have opened up their supercomputers to scientists who are studying the virus. It is hoped that this will allow scientists to develop a vaccine more quickly.生词表rom scratchreact quicklydeal withget a samplean infected patientshare the data with ...identify suspected infections new medications and treatments plasma from recovered patients in clinical trialsthrough vaccinationisolate strains of the virus make vaccines 从头开始快速反应处理采集样本一名受感染的病人与......分享数据识别疑似感染新的药物和治疗方法从康复患者身上提取的血浆进入临床试验通过接种疫苗分离这种病毒的毒株制造疫苗the National Health Commission 国家卫生委员会Exercise一、Fill in the blanks二、任务型阅读what’s the key to understanding the virus?_________________________________________________________What do Chinese scientists and scientists in other countries do with the data ?_________________________________________________________What’s the best way to end the epidemic._________________________________________________________翻译句子Some kinds of traditional Chinese medicine are being used to treat patients, while five drugs are in clinical trials(临床试验), or human testing._________________________________________________________What are scientists using supercomputers to do?_________________________________________________________。

2020年中考英语必读时事热点1文章导读一、阅读理解这是一篇科普类型说明文，对新型冠状病毒的是什么及来源进行说明和探究。

二、完形填空人物传记钟南山介绍三、阅读理解“山川异域,风月同天”日本援助物资现暖心古诗四、阅读填空如何防止新型冠状病毒传染五、阅读理解2020年2月26日意大利议员戴口罩引起热议，本文对中西文化对戴口罩的看法。

六、书面表达保护野生动物一、阅读理解Since December, there have been tens of thousands of COVID-19 cases both in and out of China, caused by a previously unknown virus: novel coronavirus (新冠病毒).It’s not the first time for viruses to make headlines. Viruses have brought big trouble to humans, with their potential to cause widespread disease and death.What are they? Viruses are considered to be non-living organisms (有机物). They can infect animals and plants, making them sick. They contain genetic materials like DNA and are protected by a coating of protein.Unlike bacteria (细菌), viruses can’t reproduce on their own. Instead, they invaded the cells of living organisms to reproduce, spread and take over. But the basic question is: where did viruses first come from?Until now, no clear explanation for their origin exists. “Tracing the origins of viruses is difficult,” Ed Rybicki, a virologist at the university of Cape Town in South Africa, told Scientific American, “because viruses don’t leave fossils (化石) and because of the tricks they use to make copies of themselves withi n the cells they’ve invaded.”Understanding the origins of viruses means fully understanding the history of their hosts—not only humans, but also bacteria, plants and other animals, which is a complicated task, says Nature.However, there are three main theories to explain the origin of viruses. First, viruses started as independent organisms, and then became parasites (寄生者). Second, viruses evolved (进化) from pieces of DNA or RNA that“escaped” from larger organisms. The third one is that viruses co-evolved with their host cells, which means they existed alongside these cells.For the time being, these are only theories. The technology and proofs we have today cannot be used to test these theories and discover the most plausible explanation. Continuing studies may provide us with clearer answers. Or future studies may find that the answer is even more mysterious than it now appears.1. What can we learn about viruses from the passage?A. They only infect animals and plants.B. They reproduce by finding a host cell.C. They are really small living organisms.D. They are more dangerous than bacteria.2. The underlined word “plausible” in the last paragraph probably means “______”.A. creativeB. effectiveC. reasonableD. unbelievable3. What can we learn from the passage?A. The author is confident about further virus studies.B. Viruses will become more like bacteria as they evolve.C. Viruses live longer in human host cells than in animals.D. It may take a long time to discover the origin of viruses.4. What’s the best title of the passage?A. Where Do Viruses Come from?B. Why Is COVID-19 a Terrible Virus?C. How to Stop the Viruses from Spreading?D. What Are the Differences Between Viruses and Bacteria?二、完形填空As the saying goes, “A hero is known in the time of misfortune（不幸）”.Zhong Nanshan is a hero like this. He is a doctor in Guangdong, who 1many people’s lives in 2003.In 2003, SARS 2 in Guangdong. Later, it spread across China and otherparts of the world. Patients coughed a lot and got fevers. Hundreds of 3even died from the disease.Even many doctors and nurses got SARS when they treated patients. So everyone was afraid of it.But Zhong was 4 enough to fight the disease. Zhong spent days and nights to find the cause of the___5___. And with his way of treating, many patients began to get better. Zhong finally won people’s trust.In early 2020, a disease called Novel coronavirus pneumonia (新型冠状病毒肺炎) hit Wuhan. It spread 6 around tens of thousands of Chinese people were infected (感染). Zhong, 84, led his team to Wuhan to fight the illness. Zhong’s team took many measures to __7_____ the patients with Novel coronavirus pneumonia. He advised people to wear masks, 8 hands frequently (频繁地), stay at home and not to go to crowed places.Zhong likes sports very much. 9 he was 67, he could still play basketball. Now at the age of 84, Zhong still treats patients in the hospital and 10 y oung doctors. “I am just a doctor.” Zhong says. But we think he is a hero and a fighter.1. A. helped B. saved C. liked D. influenced2. A. took out B. found out C. gave out D. broke out3. A. patients B. adults C. animals D. birds4. A. kind B. poor C. brave D. silent5. A. patient B. flood C. disease D. pollution6. A. quickly B. slowly C. safely D. luckily7. A. protect B. cure C. warn D. harm8. A. weigh B. pollute C. shake D. wash9. A. When B. Although C. Unless D. Because10. A. thinks B. trusts C. teaches D. asks三、阅读理解阅读下文，从每小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出一个最佳选项。

2022年中考英语必读时事热点(3)文章导读一、阅读理解：在北京冬奥会期间，中国代表团运动员谷爱凌、苏翊鸣相继在滑雪大跳台摘得金牌，首成为全世界关注的焦点。

体现这一代年轻人拼搏进取，勇于挑战极限的无畏精神，同时也展现他们热爱生活，享受运动的积极的生活态度。

二、阅读理解十九届六中全会：总结历史，开创未来。

三、阅读理解落实“双减”见成效，校园乐享新气象。

四、阅读理解“清朗行动”整治“饭圈文化”乱象。

五、阅读理解失散十四年，《亲爱的》原型家庭终团聚。

六、阅读理解：神舟十三号成功发射，中国空间站建设再进一步！七、阅读理解电子邮箱、线上购物账户、社交媒体账号……这些“数字遗产”在我们离开后该怎么处理？八、书面表达请用80100字介绍冬奥会吉祥物“冰墩墩”一、阅读理解Gu Ailing Su YimingThey are drawing the attention of the world. They are the backbone (脊梁) of the force that is going to shape our future. Who are they? They are the young generation who were born after 2000.This year, several young athletes have shone brightly at the Beijing Winter Olympics, giving us a glimpse (一瞥) of their generation's nature.Obviously, the young generation is filled with "brave warriors (战士)" who want to challenge impossibilities and push boundaries. Freestyle skier Gu Ailing is a good example. After she finished strong in the first two jumps in the women's freeski Big Air event, it was certain that she could get a medal. But instead of playing it safe, the 18yearold skier pushed herself to the limit. On the last jump, Gu decided to attempt a difficult trick: a left double cork (左侧两周空翻转体) 1620－four and a half rotations (旋转) in the air－before landing.“I have never done the 'left 16' before. I hadn't prepared much for it apart from two days on the air bag," Gutold China Daily, “but I felt it was a chance to push myself to the limit”.But for these young athletes, the sport is never just about scores, but also about having as much fun as possible. Born in the US, Gu faced criticism and doubts for representing China in the Beijing Winter Olympics.When questioned by The Guardian at a news conference on F eb 8, the “post00” said bluntly (直截了当地) that she wasn't trying to make everyone happy.“I'm an 18yearold girl out here living my best life. I'm having a great time,” Gu said. “It doesn't really matter if other people are happy or not, because I feel I’m doing my best and I’m enjoying the entire process.”Gu's good friend, Chinese snowboarder Su Yiming also shares a similar attitude. He takes sports as a way to have fun.After he was judged to have lost the gold to Canadian athlete Max Parrot in the men's slopestyle (坡面障碍技巧) final, the 17yearold didn’t feel upset. Instead, he was happy to have the chance to pete with his idol.“When I was on the podium (领奖台) hugging Max Parrot, it felt unreal,” Su told China Daily. “All I did today was enjoy the runs and concentrate on my tricks. As long as I am on my snowboard I am happy.”This is young generation that dares to push the limits but also enjoys life.1. Which statement is wrong from the article?A. Gu Ailing is an American girlB. Gu Ailing is a “post 00”C. Gu Ailing is a Chinses athleteD. Gu Ailing is a girl who dares to challenge herself2.Why didn’t Su Yiming feel upset when he lost in the men's slopestyle?A. Because the Canadian athlete Max Parrot is his idol.B. Because losing to his idol is reasonable.C. It was his idol who won the gold.D. Because he thought he had a chance to challenge his idol.3.What’s the main idea of paragraph 3 and 4?A. Gu Ailing is an excellent athlete.B. Gu Ailing’s spirit of challengi ng impossibility.C. Gu Ailing´s enjoying her life.D. Gu Ailing’s good attitude to the Olympics.4. What’s the mon nature of this young generation according to the article?A. Enjoying adventure but also having delicious food.B. Challenging impossibility but also enjoying life.C. Making others happy but also enjoying themselves.D. Following fashion but also making lots of friends.二、阅读理解How has the munist Party of China (CPC) succeeded in leading the nation’s revolution (革命) and development since its founding 100 years ago? And in what way can it succeed in realizing national rejuvenation (复兴) in the future?From Nov 8 to 11, 2021, the Sixth Plenary Session of the 19th CPC Central mittee (中国共产党第十九届中央委员会第六次全体会议) took place in Beijing. The meeting was as much about the past as it was about the future. The mittee reviewed (审议) and passed a key resolution on the major achievements and historical (历史的) experience of the CPC’s 100 years of efforts.The resolution is only the third of its kind in th e Party’s 100year history. The previous (之前的) two were passed in 1945 and 1981 respectively (分别地). These resolutions unified (团结) the whole Party in thinking and action at key historical moments, as well as played a vital guiding role in advancing the cause of the Party and the people, according to the CPC.“Standing at a new historical starting point, we review the past and look to the future,” said Xi Jinping, general secretary of the CPC Central mittee. The timing (时机) of the third resolution has its own historical significance (意义), too.In 2021, the CPC realized its First Centenary Goal of building a moderately prosperous society in all respects (全面建成小康社会). Now it is leading the nation toward its Second Centenary Goal with a twostage strategic plan. In the first stage, from 2020 to 2035, we will see that socialist modernization is basically realized (基本实现社会主义现代化). In the second stage, from 2035 to the middle of this century, China will develop into a great modern socialist country.As the reso lution says, the Party’s past success came from, and its future success will continue to rely on, what the Party does. It includes upholding (坚持) the Party’s leadership, putting the people first, and following the Chinese path. The meeting also decided that the 20th National Congress of the CPC will take place in the secondhalf of 2022 in Beijing.1. When was the first key resolution of the Party passed?A. 1945B. 1981C. 2021D. 20222. What is the meaning of the third resolution?A. Set a goal of building a moderately prosperous society.B. Review the content of the previous two.C. Reflect on the past and plan the future from a new starting point.D. Plan plenary sessions after 2035.3. How long will it take to basically realize socialist modernization from now on?A. About 1 year.B. About 13 years.C. About 29 years.D. About half a century.4. What is the last paragraph mainly about?A. Who the Party should learn from.B. When the Party will be successful.C. How the Party can achieve success.D. Where the Party came from.三、阅读理解On a school day, 60 students at Xishan Primary School in Shunde, Guangdong, are learning how to make corn soup (玉米汤) and fried pork (炸猪排) with cauliflower (菜花) in an afterschool cooking class. Working in groups of four or five, the little chefs take their responsibilities very seriously.Soon, they are showing off their own delicious dishes.Since last September, the school has set up afterschool classes forstudents, with cooking classes being the most popular, said Xinhua. It es afterthe “double reduction” policy (政策). The policy aims to ease the burdens(减轻负担) of too much homework and offcampus tutoring (课外辅导) for primary and junior high school students.The policy lists requirements in areas such as reducing the amount and difficulty of homework assignments (家庭作业), as well as improving the quality (质量) of education and afterschool services. For example, homework for junior high school students should take no longer than 90 minutes to finish. It allows students more free time to pursue (追求) their hobbies and interests. Also, offcampus tutoring has been further regulated (管理) to reduce the burden on students.“Our homework is clearly less than before,” said 13yearold Shen Yuzhe from Beijing. “We are not encouragedto buy workbooks anymore. The exercises are mainly from the textbook.” According to Shen, teachers have taught at a much slower pace (速度), which gives students enough time to process new information.In December, the Ministry of Education (MOE) reported on the progress made through the policy so far. Almost all primary and middle schools now offer twohour afterschool services on weekdays. More than 90 percent of students can finish their written homework in the set time. About 92.7 percent of schools have opened afterschool arts and sports classes. More than 80 percent of academic tutoring institutions (学科类校外培训机构) have closed down or turned to other fields of business.“With homework done at school, my child and I can read books and listen to music together in the evening, or we can go out to play badminton or skip rope,” said Lu Di, the parent of a fifthgrader in Qiqihar, Heilongjiang.1. Xishan Primary School opened cooking classes to _____.A. train professional cooksB. enrich its afterschool activitiesC. earn money by tutoring studentsD. teach students to save food2. What is the aim of the “double reduction” policy?A. To ease students’ academic burdens.B. To close down academic tutoring institutions.C. To offer teachers more time to study.D. To allow schools to keep children longer.3. Under the “double reduction” policy, _____.a. students have more time to develop interestsb. students have less homework to doc. the quality of school education is improvingd. academic tutoring institutions are more popularA. abcB. abdC. acdD. bcd4. Paragraph 5 describes _____.A. who benefits from the policyB. what problems the policy has causedC. what has been achieved by the policyD. what society thinks about the policy5. What might be Lu Di’s attitude toward the policy?A. Disapproving.B. Unsure.C. Doubtful.D. Supportive.四、阅读理解In May 2021, a video of a group of reality show fans pouring milk out of bottles and collecting the bottle caps (瓶盖) caught our attention online. They wanted the caps, which had QR codes printed inside. With each code standing for a vote (票), fans were able to vote for contestants (选手) in the show.This behavior is typical in fan quan, or “fan clubs”, which are organized groups of loyal (忠诚的) fans who share information about their idols. They voluntarily spend time and money to make their idols as popular as possible.According to China Daily, the rise of fan quan has played a key role in driving the entertainment industry (娱乐产业), but its social impacts (影响) have caused worries. For example, these people wasted a lot of milk. Moreover, some fans spread rumors (谣言) about other celebrities (名人). Different groups of fans sometimes also have online arguments. These misbehaviors will no longer be allowed. In June, the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC, 国家网信办) started a twomonth nationwide campaign (行动) called “Clear and Bright” to clean up the online environment, especially fan clubs.Since then, many social platforms (平台) have started dealing with such misbehaviors. Douban, a movie review website, said its major focus is to stop those who lure (引诱) youngsters to raise money to support idols. Sina Weibo silenced (禁言) 100 accounts (账号) and removed (删除) 3,770 posts after an online “fight” between fans of two celebrities on Aug 23.In fan clubs, minors (未成年人) have played an important role. According to the China Internet Network Information Center, there were 183 million Chinese internet users under the age of 18 as of July 2021. Among them, about 8 percent are fans of celebrities, and most are middle school students.These youngsters lack (缺乏) social experience and are easily misled. The negative (负面的) fan culture isbad for forming healthy social behavior among teenagers, said China Daily. “Schools and parents need to provide more care for youngsters to help them support idols rationally (理智地),” Zheng Ning, an expert from munication University of China.New rulesOn Aug 27, 2021, the Cyberspace Administration of China made a notice covering 10 new requirements, aiming to stop irrational fan culture. Here are some of the requirements.Inte rnet platforms must remove fans’ improper (不合适的) posts in a timely manner. Otherwise, they will face punishment (惩罚).Online accounts of celebrities and their panies need to prevent fans from taking part in arguments, defamation (诽谤), or the dissemination (散播) of other harmful content (内容) on the internet.Luring fans to spend money on certain products is banned (禁止). Fans trying to raise money for their idols is also not allowed.More importantly, minors are banned from taking leading roles in online groups and activities or using money to support stars.1. According to Paragraph 1, people were pouring milk to _____.A. draw people’s attention onlineB. collect bottle capsC. show thanks to their idolsD. share information about their idols2. Fan quan culture has caused worries because _____.a. fans waste time and money.b. different group of fans argue over each other’s idolsc. minors in fan quan are easily misledd. the entertainment industry developed too fastA. abcB. abdC. acdD. bcd3. With the new CAC guidelines, _____.A. teenagers are banned from speaking about their idols onlineB. teenagers are no longer allowed to support their idolsC. supporting idols by raising money is not allowedD. nobody is allowed to organize any kind of fan club4. Paragraphs 5 and 6 reflect _____.A. the achievements of the campaignB. minors’ opinions on the campaignC. voices that downplay the campaignD. the necessity of the campaign五、阅读理解。

2020年中考英语时事阅读训练一、完形填空The United States is full of cars. There are still many families without cars. But some families have two or 1 more cars, because they are a 2 part of life.Cars are used for 3 . They are driven to offices and factories by workers who have no other way to get to their jobs. When salesmen are sent to different parts of the city, they have to drive in order to 4 their products. Farmers have to drive into the city in order to shop for necessities.Sometimes, small children must be driven to schools. In some cities, school buses are used only when children 5 more than a mile from the school. When the children are too young to walk that far, their parents 6 driving them to school. One parent drives on Mondays, taking her children and the neighbors’ children as well. Another mother drives on Tuesdays, 7 on Wednesdays and so on. This is called forming a carpool (拼车). Working people also 8 carpools, with three or four people taking turns driving to the place where they work.More carpools should be formed in order to put less cars on the road and to use 9 oil. Parking is a great 10 , and so is the traffic in and around cities. Too many cars are being driven. Something should be done about the use of cars.( )1. A. much B. even C. such D. little( )2. A. strong B. possible C. proper D. necessary( )3. A. families B. business C. schools D. household( )4. A. cover B. create C. carry D. catch( )5. A. live B. study C. work D. sleep( )6. A. make over B. take over C. make turns D. take turns( )7. A. other B. the other C. another D. the others( )8. A. form B. make C. believe D. lift( )9. A. few B. less C. much D. more( )10. A. sense B. method C. topic D. matterKeys：1-5 BDBAC 6-10 DCABD二、阅读理解In Britain, his name is known by almost everyone. And his clothing – a blue duffle coat and an old red hat – is iconic (标志性的). During a trip to China four years ago,Britain’s Prince William even met the famous bear at the Chinese opening of the film Paddington.Paddington was first introduced to the world in 1958 in the children’s book A Bear Called Paddington by British writer Michael Bond. In the story, Paddington is kind and humorous. He is also polite and always calls people “Mr”, “Mrs” and “Miss”. This cute bear immediately won over people’s hearts. “Many Britons were raised on tales of Paddington, the second-best-known bear in fiction (小说) after Winnie the Pooh,” The Economist noted.The story shows how kind British people are towards those who are in trouble, as Paddington is given a new home in London after escaping from an earthquake in Peru. As time went on, Paddington became popular in other countries. He first appeared on TV in 1975. He’s also been made into toys that wear different costumes. He’s been a guard for the British royal (王室的) family, a British policeman and a coffee shop waiter.Paddington is so beloved that it’s common to find plates and tea towels with Paddington patterns (图案) in British homes. Paddington has a special facial expression. He is known for giving a hard stare (瞪视) whenever he meets somebody he doesn’t like. Therefore, when someone gives a hard stare, you could say that they’re making a “Paddington Bear face”.( )1. Paddington has been around for _____ so far.A. about four yearsB. about 17 yearsC. nearly 45 yearsD. over 60 years( )2. Why do many people love Paddington?A. Because he’s polite and humorous.B. Because he has magic powers.C. Because he was their grandparents’ favorite.D. Because he always helps others during emergencies.( )3. Giv ing someone a “Paddington Bear face” means _____.A. being rude to someoneB. putting on a blank faceC. staring hard at someoneD. watching someone carefully( )4. Which might be the best title for this story?A. Paddington’s new homeB. Paddington is beloved by the worldC. Paddington is famous in BritainD. Paddington’s first TV appearanceKeys：1-4 DACB三、补全对话阅读下面对话，从方框内7个选项中选择5个恰当的句子完成此对话。

2020年中考英语必读时事热点3文章导读一、完形填空无硝烟的战争，白衣战士战病毒。

二、阅读理解宅在家里，做一些有意义的活动，也为战役做贡献。

三、完形填空战役情，科技助力。

四、阅读理解宅在家里如何进行有效的网课学习。

五、阅读填空如何防止病毒。

六、书面表达保护野生动物一、完形填空Doctors deserve praise“China is always well __1__ by the bravest of them,” former US secretary of state Henry Kissinger once wrote. Indeed, in the fight against the novel coronavirus, it is medical workers who are risking their lives on the front lines of the epidemic.As of Feb 17, more than 32,000 medical workers from all over China have been sent to Hubei, the center of the viral (病毒的) outbreak. They are working under unusual conditions, unimaginable __2_and intensive (密集的)schedules.In Wuhan mobile cabin hospitals, medical workers take shifts (轮流) to treat patients. They usually have to work consecutively (连续地) for six hours, as well as take one hour to put on and __3__their protective clothing.To help them __4__ each other, they write their names on their clothing. To save time, going to the __5__ bathroom, they choose to wear diapers, The Paper reported.Many doctors and nurses were infected (感染) during the earliest period of the outbreak because of a lack of knowledge about the virus, as well as a shortage of medical supplies. Some of them were treated, __6__ and went back to work. Some of them, __7__ , lost their lives.According to China’s National Health Commission, a total of 1,716 medical workers in China were infected with the new coronavirus as of Feb 11, while six __8__ .With the support of the central government, the working conditions for medical staff in heavily-impacted (受影响大的) cities like Wuhan have been __9__. They are confident that they will win the battle against the virus.These medical workers are just ordinary people. To fight the epidemic, parents leave their children and couples get separated. They are mothers and fathers, wives and husbands, sons and daughters, and also __10__.1、A. prevented B.permitted C.protected2、A. stress B.shame C.advantage3、A. put off B. turn off C. take off4、A. require B. recycle C. recognize5、A. balcony B. toilet C. kitchen6、A. repaired B. recovered C .recorded7、A. particularly B. unwillingly C. unfortunately8 .A. gave away B. kept off C. passed away9、A. improved B. reminded C. discovered10、A. sailors B. warriors C. conductors二、阅读理解Although most of us are now stuck at home because of the coronavirus（新型冠状病毒）outbreak, thereare till many people trying to do some creative things not only to kill time, but also to help themselves and others stay positive during this difficult time. Take a look at some of the interesting things they doing in their spare time.Encourage people to danceMatthew Lee is a 16-year-old Chinese-American. Although he is now living in Los Angeles, US, the news about the outbreak in China still worried him. When he learned that most Chinese are unable to leave their houses, he decided to encourage them to work out at home by making a dance video with his friends. "My friend Jojo was excited about the opportunity to lift people'sspirits and she said she would dance her heart out for a great purpose - the health and wellness of those quarantined (隔离)in China." Lee told China Daily. They danced to the song We Are The World.Lee said. “I believe that with sweat and smiles, together, we will make a better day."Write a rap song"I close my eyes and pray / hoping everything will be okay/ the one who can save you is not God/ but an ordinary man in flesh and blood."These are a few lines from a rap song written by Liu Yixin and Li Yusheng, who are Senior 3 students from a High School in Beijing. Titled An Empty City, the song became a hit as soon as it was released because of its thought-provoking （引人深思的）lyrics and deep emotions. People have not only been amazed by the talent of these young teenagers, but also touched by their strong sense of social responsibility. Liu said in an interview that he has read a lot of news stories lately, both good and bad. which led him to write a song that expresses his own opinion about the present situation.Write an English poemDu Yiran is a Junior 2 student from Baoding, Hebei. While stuck at home, Du and her classmates wrote several acrostic poems （藏头诗）in English to help cheer people up. "My leacher suggested this form. I found it quite interesting, as you can hide a message in the first letters of each line and surprise your readers as they read downwards,” Du said. "As teenagers, we can't go to the front line to save people's lives. but we should learn to care about others and do something meaningful during this time.”As a Chinese teenager, let's join together to make contributions to our society. Youngsters have the duty to shoulder this responsibility.1.Why is the song An Empty City so popular?A. Because it was written by two students.B. Because it is about the current situation in Wuhan.C. Because it is the best way to express one's opinions.D. Because it touches people's hearts and makes them think.2. How did Matthew Lee and Jojo encourage people to work out?A. They made a dance video with their friends.B. They were streaming live every day.C. They learned to dance from online videos.D. They sang the song We Are the World.3. Du Yiran finds it interesting to write acrostic poems because________.A. she is stuck at home with little entertainmentB. she can surprise readers with a hidden messageC. she has never written any acrostic poems beforeD. she has learned to care about others through writing4. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the article?A. Matthew Lee cares about China a lot.B. The talented youngsters all have a strong sense of social responsibility.C. All the teenagers feel bored when they are stuck at home.D. The author wants to appeal more teenagers to shoulder social responsibility.5. What is the story about?A. Creative indoor activities.B. Talented students around the world.C. Best ways to kill time at home.D. Useful tips for staying positive三、完形填空（10小题，每小题1分，共10分）Telemedicine system Drones Doctors diagnose(诊断) patients online. Robots help to send food to __1__. Drones(无人机)monitor people in crowds. We are using new ways to fight the novel coronavirus. They are safe. They can help people __2__ in contact with each other. Let’s meet these high-tech helpers! Telemedicine systemWith remote video system, doctors can diagnose patients without seeing them in person. Also, doctorsfrom different hospitals can have a meeting by using the system __3__. This saves a lot of time. Both Huoshenshan and Leishenshan hospitals have this system.Drones warn people in groupsIn some rural places, police use drones to monitor people in groups. When the drone __4__ big groups of people, police will warn them through the loudspeaker on the drone. In some places, people also use drones to disinfect(消毒) their __5__.3D “hospital”A company in Shanghai __6__ 15 rooms by using 3D technology. They sent the rooms to Hubei for patients to live in. Each room is about the __7__ of your bedroom. A 3D printer takes 24 hours to build the rooms.AI system check for feverAt the Mudanyuan subway station in Beijing, an AI system can check people in crowds to see __8__they have fevers. When people __9__, the system scans people’s faces. The system can check about 300 people in one minute.Smart robotsTime to eat! In some hospitals, smart robots help to deliver food to patients. The robots can also help to __10__ medicine and show the way to people.1、A. consumers B. customers C. patients2、A. avoid B. keep C. develop3、A. all the time B.at times C.at the same time4、A. imagines B. finds C. records5、A. relatives B. hands C. communities6、A. built B. produced C. printed7、A. size B. shape C. pattern8、A .that B. if C. why9、A. pass by B. pass away C. pass down10、A. hand in B. hand on C. hand out四、阅读理解Many students are taking online classes at home because of an invisible enemy, the novel coronavirus. So what can students do to improve their online studies? Some students give their own opinions.while1. The biggest problem for Zhao Yuchen is that _________.A. she has too much homework to do.B. her mom often offers her some snacks.C. her Internet connection is not good.D. she can’t plan her time properly.2. According to Lin Xiyu, the following ways can help us learn better online EXCEPT .A. planning your course timetable before classesB. making sure what things you are going to do when doing your homeworkC. thinking about how much time each course will take in advance.D. reviewing what you have learned in classes3. The passage is mainly about .A. studen ts’problems during their online study and their solutionsB. studen ts’special experiences during their online studyC. studen ts’suggestions about how to improve online studyD. studen ts’different opinions about the effectiveness(有效性) of online study五、根短文的内容，从方框所给的选项中选出能够填入短文空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

阳光英语报2020年八年级英语中考模拟第13期答案听力原文Text 1M：I’ve got two tickets for the movie.Would you like to go with me?W：I’m sorry.I was asked to have a discussion with my cousin about his son’s education.Text 2M：How much are the tickets?W：4 dollars for adults and children are half－price.M：OK.I’d like two adult tickets and two children’s tickets.Text 3M：Why didn’t you attend the class?W：I’m sorry.But my brother was hit by a car and I had to care for him in the hospital.Text 4M：Hi，Maria.I’ve heard there is an i nteresting film.Shall we see it tonight?W：I’d like to.But Mr.Black told me to type some important notices and send them to him by 9：00 pm.M：The job is the most important.Text 5W：Manhattan Square，please.M：All right，madam.When are we supposed to be there?W：I’d like to go around the city，if you don’t mind.Text 6M: Hello! This is City Police Station.W：I need help.My house has been broken into.M：Can you tell me some details?W：When I came home，I found my door broken，and my money，my jewelry，and my camera were gone.M：Was there anybody home?W：No.My son，husband，and I all happened to be out having our dinner after work.M：What is your address?W：No.13，Downing Street.Could you come over at once?M：OK.Don’t worry，madam.We’ll be there in 10 minutes.Text 7M：Hi.What can I do for you?W：I’m hunting for a part－time job.M：Then，you’ve come to the right place.Our office is aimed at helping those like you to find jobs.W：Glad to hear that.I really need to earn some money for my education.M：How many hours would you like to work?W：Ten to twenty hours a week.M：And when are you free to work?W：Every weekday since noon.And I wouldn’t mind working on weekends.M：Great.Now please fill out this form.W：When can I get to work?M：I will call you tomorrow.W：Thank you.Text 8M：This is Henry.I’d like to make sure when we can expect you for a get－together.W：Er...What party is it?M：Our former classmates are planning a get－together.W：Oh，that’s good.M：Are you free these days?W：A little busy somehow.M：Can you come this Saturday evening?W：I’m very sorry，I’ve promised to go to the movies with my daughter.M：Well，how about Sunday then?W：That sounds fine.M：Good.Shall we make it at a quarter to seven?W：I’m sure to be there.Shall we have a dance after that?M：It’s up to you.I’ve learned a new dance these days.Then we can share it.W：That’s great.Text 9W：I’ll take part in a very important party for my friend Amy.M：Really?W：Amy has just been awarded the first prize for her English speech.M：Great.W：Today is her 26th birthday.M：Then you must buy a gift for her.W：What do you think I should buy for her?M：A birthday cake.W：No，she has got one from her boy friend.M：Then，what else?W：I think an MP3 player will be OK.M：Hasn’t she had one already?W：But it is broken.She li kes music.I think it’s the best for her.M：You’re right.Then shall I drive you there?W：No.I’ll do it myself.You have to care for my pet dogs and cats.Text 10Hello，everyone.Welcome to our hospital.Now I’m going to tell you something about my hospital，Friendship Hospital.It looks very new and modern.But it has a history going back to three quarters of a century.It was designed to sleep 200 patients，and then 400.With the development of the new building blocks，it can now sleep 900 patients.It started its life as a general hospital.But now it has developed its new departments and become the teaching hospital that is famous all over the area.It has created new fields for treating heart diseases and eye diseases with a lot of experienced and famous doctors.During the teaching process，it includes a school of baby nursing.In 2001，the President along with the mayor visited the children from flooded areas，and on Christmas Day last year，the Prime Minister had lunch with the patients，talking about their life after the AIDS disease.Ⅰ.听力(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。

备战2021年中考英语考前时事热点话题阅读+题型专练热点13 健康消费心理的重要性一、阅读理解1How important is shopping to you? How much time do you spend buying things? In the future, how much time will you spend in movie theaters, at shopping malls, or at convenience stores (便利店)? When you add it all up, you will probably see you spend a lot of your life consuming (消费) things. Consuming products is not bad. However, if we spend too much time doing it, we should look at it carefully.Imagine (想象) that you have a week off from school. However, in this week, you cannot spend any money —no shopping, no movies, no eating out. How would you spend your time? What things would bring you happiness? Perhaps you would take a walk with your best friend. Perhaps you would help a child read. Or you might spend time with your family.When we look back, it is likely that non-consuming experiences (经历) like these will be our most important memories (记忆). Why? Non-consuming activities are active. They don’t come in a package (包裹). You make the experience yourself. For example, each person who reads to a child will have different experience. The experience changes with the reader, the child, and the book. However, if you watch a movie with friend, you will each have a packaged experience.Now we have lots of such packaged experiences. We feel that we must consume because we believe that buying is doing. However, we can start a personal revolution (变革) against consumerism (消费主义). How? By consuming less. We can ask ourselves what experiences bring us the greatest satisfaction. Then we can organize (组织) our lives so that we have more of those kinds of experiences.1. According to the passage, the writer believes that ________.A. we can say no to consumerism by consuming lessB. buying things can bring us the greatest satisfactionC. the environment seldom influences our shopping choicesD. consuming experiences will be our most important memories2. The words “those kinds of experiences” in the last sentences means ________.A. Consuming experiencesB. Packaged experiencesC. Non-consuming experiencesD. Experiences that bring us great satisfaction3. What is the writer’s main purpose (目的) in writing this passage?A. To tell why people need shopping.B. To ask people to have more active experiences.C. To introduce some ways of enjoying our spare time.D. To share his personal experience in consuming products.4. Which may be the best title of this article?A. Buying is doing?B. How to consume lessC. Consume experiencesD. How can we spend our life?2Sports things are on sale at our Sports Store. Come and see!Do you need sweaters? We have Kappa sweaters in white, black, blue andred. They are only $22 each(每个).For boys, we have shorts for only $18. Comeand see for yourself.Come and buy Nike shoes here. We have all kinds of shoes, like runningshoes, soccer shoes for only $26 each pair. You name them, and we have them.Come and have a look.We have Anta T⁃shirts for you at very good prices. They’re on sale. Andour T⁃shirts are in all colors and in all sizes(尺寸). Just $9 each, and $16 fortwo. Welcome to come!Do you like tennis? We have Li⁃Ning tennis skirts in white, purple andyellow for only $12.If you buy one, you can get a pair of socks for free(免费).Big sale! Come and see!5. How much is a Kappa sweater?A. $22.B. $18.C. $28.D. $12.6. Bill has ten dollars, so he can buy.A. a pair of Kappa shortsB. a Li⁃Ning tennis skirtC. a pair of Nike shoesD. an Anta T⁃shirt7. If you buy a Li⁃Ning tennis skirt, you can get for free.A. a sweaterB. a pair of shoesC. a pair of socksD. a T⁃shirt3The rich kids were the style settlers for the rest of us. They all had beautiful and fashionable saddle shoes(马鞍鞋). I looked down at my black leather oxfords(牛津鞋) and hated them. I also wanted to have shoes like theirs very much.One day, when I passed by store with mother and sudd enly saw the kind of shoes sale, “ Mom, look at these beautiful shoes. They re only $2.98. It is very cheap,” I said, “Can we buy them? All the girls are wearing them,” I added.Mom looked sad and I thought she was going to cry, but she told me our family finances(经费) were tight then. “Right now, it's all we can do to pay the rent and eat,” she said, giving me a hug. “Things will get better. You will see.”I almost cried, but I didn't ask again. Still, I had to have those shoes!The next morning, I was downstairs early and told Mom I wanted to go to school early to help my teacher. Every day I was late returning home, too, but she thought I was spending time with my friends. Instead, each day I was pocketing the bus fare. After a month, I showed Mom the $3 I had saved.She didn't scold me for my cheating, and she agreed to buy the new saddle shoes.In fact, in our life, if you want to change something, you should try to change it.When you try your best to do it, you will find it very easy to succeed.8. The girl wanted________very much according to the passage.A. expensive clothesB. a beautiful carC. a pair of saddle shoesD. a warm hug9. The mother couldn’ t buy the saddle shoes for the girl because________.A. the shoes were too uglyB. they were poorC. the girl had many shoesD. the girl didn't study hard10. At last, the girl bought the shoes by________.A. sending newspapersB. working for teachersC. saving from the bus fareD. spending time with friends11. What does the passage want to tell us?A. Work hard for your favoritesB. Don't buy expensive shoesC. Understand our mothersD. Change our poor life4The day is like any other day in his life. Tom walks past the shop at the street corner. He stops to look at the front row of shoes, and he feels happy to see that pair of shoes he wants very much is still there. But he feels sorry for himself. He really wants to have the shoes for his birthday.He sadly walks away and thinks how to tell his mother about it. He knows she will buy anything (任何东西) he likes if she can. He also knows very well that she has little money. He decides not to go home so quickly, because he looks worried (焦虑的) and his mother will see it. So he goes to the park and sits on the grass. Then he sees a boy in a wheelchair (轮椅). He notices that the boy moves the wheelchair with his hands. Tom looks at him carefully and is surprised to see the boy has no feet. He looks at his own feet. “It’s much be tter to be without shoes than without feet.” he thinks. There is no reason for him to feel so sorry and sad. He smiles and he is happier.12. Why does Tom stop in front of the shop?A. Because he has the same shoes like the ones in the shop window.B. Because he wants to look at the shoes he likes.C. Because he wants to buy the shoes.D. Because the shoes are very beautiful.13. The pair of shoes he likes is______.A. too expensiveB. very cheapC. not thereD. still there14. Tom goes into the park because he ______.A. is thinking how to tell his mother about itB. wants to see the boy in a wheel chairC. doesn't want to make his mother worriedD. he feels sad because he wants the shoes15. From the story we can know that Tom _____.A. loves his mother very muchB. doesn't want to stay at homeC. doesn't want to go to schoolD. likes new shoes very much5Have you heard of “Buy Nothing Day”? Do you think you can’t spend a coin on that day?This holiday encourages people to stop buying thing. It began in the l990s in Vancouver, Canada. It was the idea of a man named Kalle Lasn. After working for many years in advertising(广告业)，Lasn began to question the ways advertisers influenced people to buy things. Lasn knows that people need to buy things. They have to buy things to eat，live and even enjoy life. But Lasn believes that many companies encourage people to buy far more than is necessary. He thinks ____ hurts people and culture. Lasn tries to help people understand some of the false values and ideas behind ad vertising. The main value he fights is the idea. “You must buy more to be happy. ”Encouraging people to celebrate“Buy Nothing Day”is one idea he came up with.“Buy Nothing Day” is celebrated on the fourth Friday of every November. Lasn chose this day for a very important reason. It is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Advertisers call this day Black Friday. The first “Buy Nothing Day” was celebrated in Canada in 1992. Many other countries also have growing problems with too much consumption (消费). Now, over sixty different countries，including the USA，the UK，Germany, France，Japan，are celebrating“Buy Nothing Day”. Some people doubt if “Buy Nothing Day” can really change c ulture. It is only one day, they say. Other people say that consumers should not just buy less，but they should buy better. These people encourage consumers to buy things made in environment—friendly ways. But “Buy Nothing Day” does get people thinking about the negative(负面的)influences of buying too much.16. The writer uses two questions at the beginning of the passage to_____________. A. call readers’ attention to the topicB. show how important the topic isC. invite readers to answer them17. From the passage，we know Kalle Lasn_____________. A. was born in CanadaB. used to work in supermarketsC. came up with the idea of“Buy Nothing Day”18. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refer to?A. Advertising too much.B. Believing in false values.C. Many companies’ doing. 19. Which of the following is TRUE about “Buy Nothing Day”?A. It was started 40 years ago.B. It is on the same day as Black Friday.C. It is celebrated on the same day every year. 20. Which opinion may the writer agree with?A. People will feel happier if they buy more things.B. People should buy things that are environment-friendly.C. “Buy Nothing Day”makes a difference to people's shopping lists.6When the new school year is coming, many students buy new pencils, pens, e rasers… But how can you save money on these school things? Here are some good ideas.◆Have a look at your schoolbag and pencil boxWhen you want to buy new pencils, books and other school things, have a look at your schoolbag and pencil box. You may find s ome old books, pencils, pens…Then you don’t need to buy new ones.◆Write a shopping listYou can go to buy some school things with a shopping list. You don’t need to buy what you don’t really need.◆Buy old books or borrow booksYou don’t need to buy all the new books. You can buy old ones or borrow some from your friends. It’s also good to read books in bookstores or in libraries.21. How many ideas does the writer give to the students? ____________A. TwoB. ThreeC. Four22. The word underline “save” means__________.A. 节约B. 挽救C. 存储23. What does students often buy at the beginning of the school year?__________A. School thingsB. School clothesC. School desks24. You shouldn’t buy _________, when the new school year is coming.A. any new booksB. any old booksC. all the new books25. Which of the following is right according to the passage?A. You should buy what you really need.B. You may get your school things from your friends.C. It’s not good to read books in bookstores or in libraries.7 Two Day Free ParkingIf you spend $200 or more in our store, you will receive two days of free parking. Take this coupon to the service desk on level 4 to stamp! Buy one, get one freeBuy one shirt or sweater at Henglong Mall, and get another shirt or sweater of the same value free.10% OffShow this coupon at the Book Store to get a 10% discount on any books you buy. We have lots of books to choose, including children's books, novels, travel guides and hobbies. You're sure to find something that you will enjoy. Free soft drinkBuy any meal for at least $6 at Mike's Cafe, and receive a free soft drink. We serve the best hamburgers and snacks in the mall. Come in and try our delicious meals and our excellent service. You won't be disappointed!Half-price movie ticketsBuy any full-price movie ticket on Tuesdays or Wednesdays, and you can buy a second ticket for a friend for only half price. The latest movies are all here.26. If you spend 200 dollars or more, you can_____________.A. get a CD freeB. get a car freeC. get some stamps freeD. get two days of free parking27. Buy one sweater at Henglong Mall, you may get another _____________free.A. cheaper sweaterB. mor expensive sweaterC. sweater of the same priceD. sweater of different price28. You can get a 10% discount on any books if you _____________at the Book Store.A. buy some giftsB. show a couponC. buy some ticketsD. buy some books29. If you want to have a free soft drink, you can go to_____________.A. Mike's CafeB. the Book StoreC. Henglong MallD. the Movie House30. If Li Ping pays 20 dollars for a full-price movie ticket on Tuesday, he can buy a second ticket for only _____________dollars.A. 5B. 10C. 15D. 208Many people like shopping, and most women like to buy clothes. But do you know how to buy clothes? Here are some suggestions for you to pay attention to:First, when you want to go shopping, decide how much money you can spend on new clothes. Think about the kind of clothes you really need. Then look for those clothes you really need. Then look for those clothes on sale.Second, there are labels inside all new clothes. The labels tell you how to take care of your clothes. The label （标签）for a shirt may tell you to wash it in warm water. A sweater label may tell you to wash in cold water. The label on a coat may say" Dry clean only", for washing may ruin this coat. If you do as the directions on the label tell, you can keep your clothes looking nice for a long time.Third, many clothes today must be dry- cleaned. Dry cleaning is expensive（昂贵的）. When buying new clothes, check to see if they will need to be dry- cleaned. You will save money if you buy clothes that can be washed.Fourth, you can save money if you buy clothes that are well made. Well-made clothes last longer. They look good even after you have washed them many times. Clothes that cost more money may not be better made. They do not always fit (适合) well. Sometimes less expensive clothes look and fit better than more expensive clothes.31. From the passage, we know ____like to buy clothes.A. most people.B. most womenC. most young menD. most children32. The first thing for you to do before you buy clothes is___.A. to look for well-made clothesB. to see how much money you can payC. to know how to wash themD. to read the labels inside them33. The labels inside the clothes tell you___A. how to wash the clothesB. how to save moneyC. whether they fit you or notD. how to buy clothes34. According to the passage, which of the following is NOT true?A. The clothes that can be washed will save you money.B. The clothes that are well made can be less expensive.C. Dry cleaning clothes may be more expensive.D. The expensive clothes must be better made.35. We learn from the passage that cheaper clothes___A. are always worse madeB. must be dry-cleanedC. can sometimes fit you betterD. cannot be washed9When you want to go shopping, decide how much money you can spend on new clothes.Think about the kind of clothes you really need. Then look for those clothes you really need.Then look for those clothes on sale.There are labels(标签)inside all new clothes. The labels tell you how to take care of your clothes. The label for a shirt may tell you to wash it in warm water. A sweater label may tell you to wash it in cold winter. The label on a coat may say ”dry clean only ”, for washing may ruin this coat. If you do as the directions(说明) on the label, you can keep your clothes looking their best for a long time.Many clothes today must be dry cleaned. Dry cleaning is expensive. When buying new clothes, check to see if they will need to be dry cleaned. You will save money if you buy clothes that can be washed.You can save money if you buy clothes that are well made. Well—made clothes last longer. They look good even after they have been washed many times. Clothes that cost more money are not necessarily better made. They do not always fit better. Sometimes less expensive clothes look and fit better than more expensive clothes.36. If you want to save money, you had better buy clothes that ________.A. don’t fit youB. don’t last longC. need to be dry cleanedD. can be washed37. The label inside the clothes tells you ________.A. how to keep the clothes looking their bestB. how to save moneyC. whether the clothes fit you or notD. where to get the clothes dry cleaned38. We learn from the passage that cheaper clothes ________.A. are always worse madeB. must be dry cleanedC. can not be washedD. can sometimes fit you better39. The best title for the passage should be ________.A. Buy Less Expensive ClothesB. Taking Enough Money When ShoppingC. Being a Clever Clothes ShopperD. Choosing the Labels inside New Clothes二、完型填空1What do you often do for your father on Father’s Day? Father Day has a very 40 history and it became a state festival in 1972 in America. Becaus e some Americans thought that if we had a Mother’s Day, we should also have a Father’s Day.Father’s Day is becoming very 41 in North America. People there do different kinds of things for theirfathers on that day. And businessmen find it is a good way to make people buy presents for their fathers from their 42 .Except(除…以外)America, very 43 countries have a Father’s Day, though some have a Children’s Day, or a 44 day for boys or for boys and girls. More and more countries are having Mother’s Day, 45 maybe Father’s Day will become popular soon.Now what are people in North America doing on Father’s Day? The newspapers, radios, and TV 46 children what they should do -buy, buy, buy Father’s Day present for your father. They even want the wife to buy a Father’s Day present not for her father but for her 47 .The presents they buy for their dads are often not very 48 , as children don’t have much money. But the important thing to remember about Father’s Day is that Am erican children can show their 49 to their fathers on that day.40. A. long B. light C. old D. short41. A. happy B. important C. interesting D. easy42. A. shops B. houses C. offices D. schools43. A. little B. few C. many D. much44. A. busy B. ready C. special D. careful45. A. but B. if C. so D. or46. A. speak B. say C. talk D. tell47. A. husband B. son C. brother D. cousin48. A. beautiful B. expensive C. different D. heavy49. A. money B. promise C. love D. life2Benjamin is the unluckiest boy in the world. He 50 falls ill(生病), but if he falls ill, it is on the weekend. He is a good student, but when he takes a test, his pen 51 His bird sings very well, but when he asks 52 to listen to it, the bird becomes silent(沉默的).But Benjamin thinks he is 53 boy in the world. He has wonderful parents and a lovely sister. He has a singing bird. His classmates are friendly to 54 Benjamin is always happy and he is kind.One day his mother 55 him some money to buy an ice-cream. When he 56 the ice-cream shop, hesaw an old man outside it. He had old clothes, terrible glasses, and he looked 57 Benjamin thought he was poor. He decided 58 the ice-cream and gave the money to the man.“Thank you. You are a kind boy. But I’ m not poor. Keep your money, I’m the richest man in town and I sometimes wear old clothes to see 59 people do,” the man said and gave the money60 to him.The man took Benjamin to the biggest 61 in town and said, “Choose62 you like. I can buy you the most expensive one.” Benjamin asked, “Can I choose63 ？“Of course,” answered the man.Benjamin chose the newest radio because when his bird keeps silent, he can at least listen to it with his friends. He then bought a new pair of glasses 64 the man.50. A. always B. hardly ever C. never D. usually51. A. works B. broke C. worked D. breaks52. A. his parents B. his sister C. the old man D. his friends53. A. the friendliest B. the worst C. the luckiest D. the kindest54. A. her B. him C. his parents D. them55. A. took B. gave C. got D. showed56. A. got B. arrived C. arrived at D. come to57. A. angry B. crazy C. hungry D. relaxed58. A. to buy B. not buy C. not to buy D. not buying59. A. what B. how C. where D. when60. A. / B. back C. behind D. in61. A. restaurant B. bank C. shop D. hotel62. A. something B. anything C. everything D. everyone63. A. one B. two C. three D. more64. A. to B. for C. after D. with三、语法填空If you go to another country, what kinds of things would you buy? Would you buy a camera in Japan, some beautiful clothes in France, or a watch in Switzerland? No matter what you may buy, you might think those products 65. (make) in those countries. 66. (however), you could be wrong. Kang Jian is a 17-year-old student from Shanghai. Last year he went to visit his aunt and uncle in San Francisco. He 67. (find) it interesting that so many products in the local shops were made in China. “I wanted to buy a toy car for my cousin, but even though 68.(many) of the toys were American brands, they were made in China.Toys 69. (be) the only things made in China. “I wanted to buy a pair of basketball shoes,” he explains. “But I had to visit five or six stores before finding a pair made in America!” He realized that Americans can hardl y avoid 70. ( buy) products made in China. “In fact,” he 71. ( continue),“there are many other things made in China- footballs, handbags, pet food, mobile phones. Even American 72. (flag) are made in China!” Kang Jian thinks it's great that China is so good at making 73. (this) everyday things. However, he hopes that in the future China will also get 74. (good) at making high-technology products that people can buy in all parts of the world.。

2020中考英语时事阅读测试含答案Passage 1 ：Meeting again for the first timeYou visit a park one day and someone nearly crashes into you while riding their bike. You feel like you've experienced this particular event before. Has this happened to you? This strange feeling is actually quite common. In psychology (心理学), it is known as "deja vu (似曾相识的感觉)".How can we explain this phenomenon (现象)? Scientists have tried to use virtual reality (虚拟现实) technology to reproduce it. In one study, scientists used the video game The Sims to study deja vu. For example, they replaced the bushes in the game's virtual garden with trash cans. When players looked at the garden, they experienced a sense of deja vu. Scientists think deja vu might be explained as a simple failure of memory. We see something that looks similar to something we've seen before, but our brains fail to find the exact memory. However, the brain still recognizes (识别) the similarity, leaving us with a sense of familiarity (熟悉感).Epilepsy (癫痫), a brain disease that can cause seizures (突然发作), is believed to be an extreme example of deja vu. People with epilepsy often experience unusual feelings similar to deja vu.Should we be worried when we experience deja vu? As long as it doesn't affect your daily life, researchers think there is no need to worry. In fact, some scientists believe that it may be helpful. They believe deja vu might be caused by the brain rearranging (重新组织) misplaced memories. This could show that our memories are working well. This theory also explains why younger people are more likely to experience it, as their brains are still growing.1"Deja vu" refers to _____.A. a phenomenon that happens during sleepB. a phenomenon that happens more than onceC. a sense of familiarity in a new situationD. a common feeling of strangeness2：How can scientists explain deja vu?A. By experiencing it themselves.B. By reproducing it in an experimental setting.C. By studying video games.D. By studying people who have poor memories.3：What do we know about deja vu, according to Paragraph 3?A. It seldom happens to people with good memories.B. It shows that our brains are in good shape.C. It is recognized as a mental illness.D. It happens when our memories fail.4：The last paragraph tells us about _____.A. the positive sides of deja vuB. the influence of deja vu on memoryC. new findings about deja vuD. young people who experience deja vu参考答案：CBDAPassage 2 ：Life after deathWhen whales die in the ocean, their huge bodies fall to the bottom (底部). Scientists have a name for this: a whale fall (鲸落). In March, Chinese scientists discovered (发现) a whale fall in the South China Sea (中国南海). This is the first whale fall ever found in China.After the whale falls to the bottom of the sea, other sea animals eat the meat off the dead whale. But did you know? The dead whale can become an ecosystem (生态系统). Many animals live on it.What happens during a whale fall?The whale body goes through three stages (阶段). What happens during these stages? Let's take a look together.No.1The whale body attracts (吸引) lots of sea animals, such as small fish, sharks and crabs. They come to eat the skin and muscle of the whale. Usually, it takes at least four months for those animals to eat the whale. Wow, what a good meal!No.2After the whale becomes a skeleton (骨架), other animals come. They are mollusks (软体动物) and worms (蠕虫). They build their homes on the bones (骨头). These animals are weak (柔弱的). The huge and strong whale bones protect them. This stage may last (持续) for about two years. No.3Bacteria (细菌) play an important role at the third stage. They disintegrate (分解) the lipids (脂类) in the bones and get energy (能量) from it. Thensmall animals such as sea snails (海螺) and clams (蛤蜊) eat the bacteria. This stage can last for as long as 100 years because the whale bones are very large.Some scientists believe there is a fourth stage. When all the useful parts are gone, the whale will become part of a reef (礁岩). Sea animals live and play around it.Did you know?The whale fall found in the South China Sea is 3 meters long. It is still in the first stage. Scientists saw fish eating the tail of the whale. This means the whale died recently.Whale falls are rareThere are less than 50 natural whale falls in the world. So it is lucky for China to find one. Why are they so rare? The sea is very big. It's hard for people to look for whale falls in such a big area. What's more, because of whale hunting (捕鲸), there are fewer whales in the world. Whales are selfless, even when they die. It's time for us to show respect (尊敬) to these great animals.1：Where did Chinese scientists discovered a whale fall ？2：How long does it take at the first stage after whale's death？3：What's important at the first stage？4：Why did the third stage last for as long as 100 years ？5：Whale falls are rare参考答案：1: in the South China Sea2：it takes at least four months for those animals to eat the whale.3：Bacteria play an important role at the third stage.4：because the whale bones are very large.5：The sea is very big. It's hard for people to look for whale falls in such a big area. What's more, because of whale hunting , there are fewer whales in the world.Passage 3：Inspired by KobeAlthough Kobe Bryant is no longer with us, his unbreakable will on and off the basketball court lives on. This month, it was announced that the late superstar would be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, a prestigious honor for basketball's best. Alongside Bryant, eight others will be inducted at a ceremony on Aug 29."His fierce competitiveness, work ethic and drive were unmatched," Jeanie Buss, owner of the Los Angles Lakes, told ESPN. "Those qualities helped Bryant lead us to five titles –and have now brought him to the Hall of Fame, where he will be enshrined with the greatest to have ever played the game. No one deserves it more."Indeed, what elevated Bryant above his peers was his unmatchable commitment to be the best. He was ruthless in his pursuit to dominate his opponents. He called it the "mamba mentality" after the black mamba, one of the world's deadliest snakes –and also after the top killer from the 2003 movie Kill Bill, according to The New Yorker.The mamba mentality became so popular that Bryant detailed his process in his book The Mamba Mentality: How I Play. In it, he revealed his famously detailed approach as well as his physical and mental preparation to not just succeed at the game, but to excel."Mamba mentality is all about focusing on the process and trusting in the hard work when it matters most," he wrote in the book. "It's the ultimate mantra for the competitive spirit. It started just as a hash tag that came to me one day, and it's grown into something athletes –and even non-athletes –embrace as a mindset."Bryant took after one of basketball's most legendary players, Michael Jordan, not only with regard to Jordan's playing style, but his competitive nature."I liked challenging people and making them uncomfortable," Bryant wrote in an excerpt published on the Players' Tribune. "That's what leads to introspection and that's what leads to improvement. You could say I dared people to be their best selves."Though many were shocked and sad when the Los Angles great died in a helicopter crash in January, all signs point to Bryant's legacy persisting for generations to come. Whether you're a basketball player or not, you can't deny the Kobe's power to inspire you to be your best self.1：when will the ceremony be inducted？2:What Did Jeanie Buss say about Kobe?3:What did Kobe think of Mamba mentality?4:Did Kobe die in a helicopter crash in January?5：What do you think of Kobe's power？参考答案：1: on Aug 29.2: His fierce competitiveness, work ethic and drive were unmatched3: Mamba mentality is all about focusing on the process and trusting in the hard work when it matters most4:：Yes；it is5：inspiredPassage 4：Panic breeds stockpilingBeing in the midst of a pandemic lockdown can make people feel worried. But nothing has exemplified (例证) this panicky behavior more than hoarding (囤积), specifically toilet paper.Seemingly transcending (超越) borders and cultures, people from all over the world, including the US, UK and Japan, have been clearing supermarket shelves primarily for this necessity. But what's the reason for this sudden toilet paper fixation? You can understand panic buying food, but do we really need this much toilet paper?Steven Taylor, author of the book The Psychology of Pandemics, told the Independent that our toilet paper hoarding is a product of our disgust. During a pandemic, people's sensitivity (敏感) to disgust increases, like when you flinch (躲避) if someone nearby sneezes (打喷嚏)."Disgust is like an alarm mechanism (机制) ... and what better tool for eliminating (消除) disgusting material than toilet paper. I think this is how it became a conditioned symbol of safety," he said.Writing for The Conversation, Niki Edwards of The Queensland University of Technology said, "When people hear about the novel coronavirus, they are afraid of losing control. And toilet paper feels like a way to maintain control over hygiene (卫生) and cleanliness."Another one of the most prominent reasons behind this toilet paper trend, according to the BBC, is the snowball effect. Due to its prominent coverage, both in the news and social media, people naturally ask, "Will there be enough toilet paper for my family and me?" This invariably (一成不变地) leads to more people following the crowd and buying toilet paper because of their fear of missing out."Fear is very contagious. So when those sorts of things go viral (走红), when you see people around you buying things in a panicky way, it's going to make you feel more anxious," wrote American psychologist Baruch Fischhoff for CNBC.While there are, of course, selfish people who stockpile (囤积) just because they can, it's worth keeping things in perspective. Remember, just as countries are cooperating to find a vaccine, we must cooperate to ensure that everyone has their share of necessities.1：According to Steven Taylor, what does this toilet paper trend result from?A. The desire to get rid of disgusting material.B. The fear of losing control over cleanliness.C.The frequent reporting on toilet paper.D. The selfish side of human nature.2：Whose words are quoted to explain "the snowball effect"?A. Steven Taylor's.B. Niki Edwards'.C.Baruch Fischhoff's.D. The author's.3：What does the underlined phrase "keeping things in perspective" in the last paragraph mean?A. Following the crowd.B. Reducing panic.C.Being prepared for uncertainty.D.Taking everything into consideration.4：What is the author's purpose in writing this text?A.To explore the negative effects of the toilet paper hoarding.B. To explain why people tend to stockpile toilet paper.C.To criticize those people who hoard toilet paper.D. To discuss people's different attitudes toward the toilet paper hoarding.参考答案：ACDBPassage 5 Zhou shines like treasureCan you sing in different 1 （voice）? Chinese singer Zhou Shen can do this. The 27-year-old took part in this year's TV show Singer . On the show, he sang a song in five different voices 2 （include）the voice of a little girl, a king and a young man. His talent 3 （给..留下深刻印象）people. Zhou's road to 4 (成功) was not easy. He loved singing when he was a little boy. 5 , his voice didn't change like other boys during puberty (青春期). It still sounded like a girl's voice. His classmates laughed 6 him and he dared not (不敢) sing in public (当众).But his love of music made him 7 （strong）. While studying in Ukraine (乌克兰), he learned Ukrainian, Russian, Italian and Polish. He can sing Let itGo in nine different languages. He started to sing on TV talent shows and 8 (逐渐地) came to accept himself."I accept my voice," Zhou said. "It is good as long as it is natural and honest."Did you know?Zhou Shen doesn't just sing well. He is also 9 (幽默的). He has a nice personality (性格) and is 10 （friend）to his fans. Some people call him "treasure boy (宝藏男孩)".1-5：voices；including；impressed；success；however6-10：at；strong；gradually；humorous；friendlyPassage 6 No limit to languageChina's cultural influence (影响) is starting to rise around the world. Translation (翻译) plays an important role. From sci-fi to wuxia to animated (动画的) movies, translation bridges the language gap (语言隔阂) and helps foreigners learn more about Chinese culture, both traditional and modern. Here, TEENS has chosen several Chinese books and movies that have been translated into English. They are all popular in the West, partly because they are well-translated.The Three-Body Problem 《三体》This Hugo Award (雨果奖) winner is the most well-known work of Chinese science fiction (sci-fi，科幻小说). Its translator, Ken Liu (刘宇昆), helped it become popular.Liu was born in China and grew up in the US. He can speak both Chinese and English. He also writes sci-fi stories himself. That made him the best choice to translate the story. Liu didn't translate the book word for word. Instead, he tried to make it easier for English readers to understand. For example, he changed the structure (结构) of the story and moved its historical background (背景) to the beginning.Foreign readers like the English version (版本), including former US president Barack Obama. Many English speakers have become fans of Liu Cixin and Chinese sci-fi.Ne Zha 《哪吒之魔童降世》Last year, when the animated movie Ne Zha went to North American theaters, there was wide discussion online about the translation. People found it hard to translate some Chinese phrases (短语) into English. One example was the Taoist spell (咒语) jijirulüling ("急急如律令"). American translator Jerimiah Willhite translated the film. He learned Chinese while in college and is a big fan of Chinese culture. He has read many classic (古典的) Chinese books, including Tao Te Ching (《道德经》).He translated the spell to "be quick to obey (遵从) my command (指令)." His work has helped English speakers enjoy the movie. On the movie review (影评) website Rotten Tomatoes, Ne Zha has a rating (评分) of 88 percent.Legends of the Condor Heroes 《射雕英雄传》Almost everyone in China knows Jin Yong and his wuxia books. But in the West, he is not well-known. One reason is that his books are hard to translate. But British translator Anna Holmwood decided to try. Holmwood began to learn Chinese at 21. When she read Legends of the Condor Heroes, she loved the world and characters in the book. She wanted to bring the book to more people.Many phrases in the book are hard to translate. But Holmwood made them easy and natural (自然的) to understand. For example, she translated xianglongshibazhang ("降龙十八掌") into "the 18 palm (掌) attacks (攻击) to defeat (打败) dragons".When the English book came out in the UK in 2018, it was reprinted (重印) seven times within just a few months.1：The writer thinks that translation can _____.A. help Chinese people learn EnglishB. make Chinese books and movies popular in the WestC.encourage Chinese writers to write better booksD. make some translators famous2：Why was Ken Liu the best choice to translate The Three-Body Problem?A. Because he knows both Chinese and US culture well.B. Because he is an experienced translator.C.Because he is a popular translator in the West.D. Because he is the writer's best friend.3：From the story, we know that _____.A. it is easy to translate animated moviesB. Jerimiah Willhite is a fan of Ne ZhaC.Ne Zha was a success in AmericaD. Ne Zha is a famous character in the West4：According to the story, how did Holmwood translate wuxia books?A. She talked with Jin Yong.B. She made their words easy to understand.C.She kept phrases as they were in Chinese.D. She used simple English stories to explain Chinese words. 参考答案：BCAB。

2020年中考[通用]英语时事热点拓展阅读(一)Passage1上海初中生发明的湿垃圾“神器”火了。

Building a better bagYou have to be careful when throwing away wetwaste, which may include food or other kinds ofgarbage. Maybe these kinds of waste have made a bigmess when you’ve thrown them away before.Shi Yuan, 14, from Shanghai Wenlai MiddleSchool, has made a special bag to solve this problem.The plastic bag has a band of adhesive tape (粘贴带). When one end of the tape is open, the bagcan be turned upside-down. You can hold the bottom end and easily throw wet garbage into a trashcan.Shi came up with the idea after an unpleasant experience in which he got wet waste all overhis pants while throwing it away. He found that many other people had the same problem. Hebecame determined (下定决心的) to solve this issue and invented his special bag.He first thought about using a gunny (麻布) bag or placing a bag break on his trash cans. Butneither of these ideas worked. So he decided to just design his own garbage bag. “I didn’put any extra burden (负担) on the bag, so I used adhesive tape,” Shi said.However, the original bag was a one-off product (一次性产品) and not environmentallyfriendly. So Shi kept on improving his design. He remembered reading about the adhesive used forPost-it notes (便利贴). Shi thought this weak glue (胶水) could be used for the adhesive tape andallow the garbage bag to be reused.bag has become popular in many communities. He has already sold 2 million bags Shi’sonline. His father is quite proud of him.“Kids like to play. Shi just changed the way he ‘plays’ and put his mind toward exploring away to make life easier,” Shi’s father said.1. Shi’s bag makes it easier to _____.A. find one-off productsB. clean garbage cansC. throw away wet wasteD. throw away plastic2. Shi decided to design the bag because _____.A. he thought he could make moneyB. he thought plastic bags were too expensiveC. he wanted to design a recyclable bagD. common waste bags caused him trouble3. Paragraph 5 explains _____.A.why Shi used a gunny sack to make the bagB. why Shi’s bag is better than common bagsC. how Shi’s bag helped with his problemD. how Shi made his bag environmentally friendly4. What do we know about Shi from the story?A. He won a prize for his own creation.B. He likes to play rather than study.C. His father didn’t support his work.D. His creation has helped a lot of people.Passage2感受中西方文化交流。