初三英语阅读4

A. Choose the best answer（根据短文内容，选择最恰当的答案): ( 12分)

Newcastle is beginning to draw tourists from all corners of Europe. It's one of the fastest developing cities in the United Kingdom.

It is said most visitors come here to see the famous soccer team play. The mood of the locals is often

changed by the success or failures of the local team.

Newcastle's most popular place is the Gate. It's in the center of the city and has many attractions

including bars, restaurants, sports bars, pubs and so on. During a home game it becomes a real home

to happiness.

Culture and local history lovers can make their dreams come true by taking one of the local city

tour buses. They come and leave every few minutes and stop at all the important historical sites in the city. Also the seats and the

environment on the buses are comfortable. It's the best way to see the city without tiring yourself out or getting cold. Places such as

the Hancock Museum and Millennium Bridge are must-see attractions. But be careful if you're short of time, Newcastle is a big place.

So you should be prepared to kill a few hours on one of these buses. .

If you want to watch the local team play soccer in the St. James Park, remember to book a ticket as early as possible. The locals

are crazy soccer fans, and you’ll find it hard to get a ticket if you don’t wait in the queue early.

As you can see, Newcastle is a fantastic city with so much to be offered and so many things to see. You’re sure to have a

wonderful time here!

74. From the passage we know Newcastle is most famous for its_______.

A) soccer team B) city restaurants C) rich culture D) historical sites

75. If you want to learn about the history and culture of Newcastle, you_____.

A) can go to the Gate B) can take a city tour C) must go to St James Park D) must drive a car

76. The underlined word “They” in Para 3 refers to _____. A) history lovers B) historical sites C) city tour busesD) culture lovers

77. Which place is not in Newcastle? ______ A) St. James Park B) The Hancock Museum C) the Gate D) the Tower Bridge

78. What can we learn from the passage? A) Tourists will enjoy delicious food and have a good time in the Gate.

B) It's usually easy to get a ticket for a local soccer team play. C) Many world famous soccer matches are held in Newcastle every

year. D) Newcastle is a very small city with many famous attractions.

79. The author wrote this passage mainly in order to_______.

A) introduce the culture and history of Newcastle B) tell people the popularity of soccer teams in Newcastle C) introduce the characters of people in Newcastle D) encourage people to visit Newcastle

B. Choose the words or expressions and complete the passage（选择最恰当的单词或词语完成短文):（12分）

Exam time is the most stressful (最有压力的) period of the year. You've worked all the

term on your classes and now it's the time to prove what you have learned. With so much at

stake, it is easy to get stressed about your exams. However, with the right amount or hard work

and focus you can pass your tests

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When I was in school, I used to get very stressed over my examinations. So did my friends.

Some people stopped eating and others ate too much! Some 81 and others burned

themselves out! The most important thing to remember when studying is not to panic! Take the

middle path---stay calm, eat healthy food and get your rest. Stressing out and _82___yourself too hard is just as dangerous as not

studying enough. A tired, overworked brain is just as useless as a stupid, empty one!

So, what do you do? Set aside a time each day for study and a time For __83 . You may have less time to relax than usual, but

you still need to let your brain rest for a few moments. Get plenty of sleep. If you are_ 84 , information will not stick in your

memory. Finally, eat healthy food that fuels your body and mind.

It does no good to look at your exams like the rest of your life 85 them. Instead, just view them as another obstacle (障碍物) you will overcome. You have overcome all kinds of obstacles in your life so far. With the right amount of work and focus, you

will pass your examinations with flying colors! High school is right around the corner.

80. A) quickly B) carefully C) easily D). importantly 81. A) got off B) gave up C) took up D) put off

82. A) moving B) encouraging C) pushing D) enjoying 83. A) learning B) relaxation C) sleep D) sports

84. A) tired B) excited C) satisfied D) terrified 85. A) looks on B) puts on C) depends on D) sits on