Morning in the desert

2022-2023学年四川省眉山市高一（上）期末英语试卷一、第一部分听力（共两节，满分7.5分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

第一节听下面5段对话。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

例：How much is the shirt？A.£19.15.B.£9.18.C.£9.15. 答案是C。

1．What is the woman looking for？A.A table.B.Her friend.C.The menu.2．How's the weather now？A.Sunny.B.Rainy.C.Cloudy.3．What did Austin do yesterday？A.He visited his brother Sam.B.He went to the hospital.C.He lied to the woman.4．Why is the woman calling Mathew？A.To ask him for help.B.To make a promise.C.To make an invitation.5．What are the speakers mainly talking about？A.Colors.B.Shirts.C.Prices.二、第二节听下面5段对话或独白。

每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。

每段对话或独白读两遍。

6．听材料，回答问题。

（1）How many friends has the man made in Class 5 and Class 7？A.13.B.15.C.16.（2）Which country does Peter come from？A.Australia.B.Canada.C.England.7．听材料，回答问题。

精心整理学习英文最常遇到的一个问题，便是词汇不足。

一个词汇不足的人，在英文听、写、说各方面的能力都会受到严重的限制。

因此往往无法适当地与英美人士沟通意见；在参加考试时，更经常因为看不懂题目，而不知从何作答。

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本书重点：单词的大家族→词根相同的词。

单词的联想→词义相似的词。

外来语→来自法语、意大利语、西班牙语等的单词，分量不容忽视。

衍生词→下载链接第一课的单词Barrenadj.贫瘠的同:sterileThebarrenlandcouldproducelittlefood.Bumpv.碰撞同:collideTheroomwasdarkandIbumpedmyheadagainstthedoor.Devisev.设计；发明同:inventHedevisedanewmethodforteachingtheblind.Exertv.使用同:useMywife’sbeenexertingalotofpressureonmetochangemyjob.Intrigue1.n.阴谋同:conspiracy2.v.引起?的兴趣Theking’syoungerbrothertookpartintheintriguetomakehimselfking.Thebook’sunusualtitleintriguedmeintoreadingit.Oathn.宣誓；誓言同:pledgeHeplacedhisrighthandontheBibleashespoketheoathofoffice.Postponev.延期同:adjournThehadtopostponetheirtripbecauseofrain.Refugen.避难所；避难同:shelterThecattookrefugefromthedogbehindatree.Regainn.恢复同:recoverIttookheralongtimetoregainherhealth.Shatterv.破灭；粉碎同:smash Theirhopeoffindinghimalivewasshatteredwhenhisdeadbodywasfound.Teasev.嘲弄同:vexAtschool,theotherchildrenalwaysteasedmebecauseIwasfat.Tiltv.倾斜同:inclineHetiltedhischairbacktoofarandfellonthefloor.Version1.n.翻译同:translation2.n.叙述DoyouhavetheEnglishversionofthisbook?Yourversionoftheaccidentdiffersfromthatoftheotherwitness.Absurdadj.荒谬的反:reasonableHisbeliefthathewastooclevertobecauthtinhiswrongdoingwasabsurd.Alienadj.外国的反:domesticAftertenyearshisalienspeechwasstillnoticeable.Amiableadj.和蔼可亲的反:spitefulSheisanamiablegirlandgetsalongwitheveryoneintheoffice.Banv.禁止反:allowInmostcountriesthesaleofliquortochildrenisbanned.Figurativeadj.比喻的反:literal“Thesweettemper”isafigurativeexpression,but“sweetcoffee”isnot.Genuineadj.真正的反:falseHerweddingringismadeofgenuinediamond.Hoistv.升起反:lowerTheyhoistthenationalflagatsixo’clockeverymorning.Incorrectadj.不正确的反:accurateThenewspapergaveanincorrectaccountofthetrafficaccident.Massiveadj.巨大的反:tinyThehousewasbuildonamassiverock.Staleadj.不新鲜的反:freshTherewasonlyapieceofstalecakeleftintherefrigerator.Thrivev.茂盛反:declineThebuyatwholesaleandsellatretail.Mostfloerswillnotthrivewithoutwaterandsunshine.Wholesalen.批发反:retail Annoyv.骚扰n.annoyanceThebabyisalwaysannoyinghissisterbypullingherhair.Celebratev.庆祝n.celebrationWecelebratedChristmaswithtreesandpresents.Diplomatn.外交家n.diplomacyTheunsociablepersonishardlyfitforadiplomat.Foreseev.预知adj.foreseeableItisimpossibletoforeseewhethershe’llbewellenoughtocomehomefromhospitalnextmonth.Inducev.说服n.inducement Wecouldn’tinducetheoldladytotra velbyair.Mobilizev.动员n.mobilizationOurcountryisingreatdanger;wemustmobilizethearmy.Precedev.在前n.precedentMr.EisenhowerprecededMr.KennedyaspresidentoftheUnitedStates.Predeterminev.预先决定adj.predeterminateSomepeoplebelievethatman’sdestinyispredetermined.Prevailv.流行adj.prevalentMakingresolutionsonNewYear’sDayisacustomthatstillprevails.Subtleadj.精致的；淡的n.subtletyHersubtlesmilemadehimcurious.Transactv.办理n.transactionThemantransactsmanyaffairsconnectedwiththepurchaseofahome.Treasonn.叛国adj.treasonousHel pingtheenemiesofone’scountryisanapparenttreason.Utilizev.利用n.utilityHowcanweutilizehisknowledgeandskilltoouradvantage?Bosomn.胸Sheworeafloweronthebosomofherdress.Diploman.文凭Whenapersonhassuccessfullycompletedacertaincourseofstudy,heisgivenadiplomabytheschool.Dramaticadj.戏剧的Themeetingbetweenthemotherandherblindsonwasdramatic.Fumen.烟；气体Thestrongfumesoftheautomobileexhaustearlychokedhim.Hurrahn.欢呼声“hurrah!”theyshoutedastheteamscoredagain.Miniature1.n.缩小之模型2.n.缩小物Inthemuseumthereisaminiatureofthes hip“Mayflower.”Thechildwasplayingonthefloorwithhiscollectionofminiaturefarmanimals.Parceln.包裹Onherbirthdayherarmswerefilledwithgiftparcels.Pilln.药丸Thepillstuckinhisthroatbutanextradrinkofwaterwasheditdown.Racketn.喧哗Thestudentsmadeabigracketastheylefttheschool.Rhymen.音Thepoetusedtheword“flight”asarhymefortheword“night”.Scarn.疤Themanlooksterrible;hehasmanyscarsonhischeeks.Sculpturen.雕刻Therearemanyfamoussculpturesinthemuseum.Skipv.跳WhenIreadabook,Iusuallyskipover;heuninterestingpart.练习：本期的生词中选出适当的填空。

2023—2024学年（下）高二年级期末考试英语考生注意：1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。

2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。

如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。

回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。

写在本试卷上无效。

3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。

第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。

录音内容结束后，你将有2分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。

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。

每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。

听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。

每段对话仅读一遍。

例：How much is the shirt?A. ₤ 19.15.B. ₤ 9.18.C. ₤ 9.15.答案是C。

1. Why won't David go to the movies?A. He has to study.B. He has to work.C. He has a cold.2. When should the woman arrive at the laboratory on Tuesday?A. At 5:50 p. m.B. At 6:10 p. m.C. At 7:50 p. m.3. Where are the speakers probably?A. At a cinema.B. At a store.C. At an office.4. What will the man most probably do next?A. Dry the clothes for another 45 minutes.B. Examine the dryer for potential damage.C. Take the clothes out of the dryer immediately.5. What are the speakers doing?A. looking at an old picture.B. Preparing for a family trip.C. Talking about their grandmother.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。

八年级英语介词across、through、over的用法练习题50题(带答案)1. The little boy ran ____ the bridge to get to the other side of the river.A. acrossB. throughC. over答案：C。

解析：across表示从物体表面穿过，强调从一边到另一边；through表示从物体内部穿过；over表示从物体上方越过。

在这个句子中，小男孩是从桥的上方跑过去到河的另一边，所以用over。

2. The hiker walked ____ the forest to reach the mountain.A. acrossB. throughC. over答案：B。

解析：across主要用于平面上从一边到另一边；through 用于表示从立体空间内部穿过，森林是立体空间，徒步旅行者从森林内部穿过到达山那里，所以用through。

3. The athlete jumped ____ the hurdle easily.A. acrossB. throughC. over答案：C。

解析：across强调横过表面；through表示从内部穿过；over表示从上方越过。

运动员是从跨栏的上方跳过去，所以用over。

4. We drove ____ the tunnel on our way to the city.A. acrossB. throughC. over答案：B。

解析：across通常用于表示在平面上的横过；through 用于从内部穿过，隧道是一个内部空间，我们开车从隧道内部穿过，所以用through。

5. The cat climbed ____ the wall and ran away.A. acrossB. throughC. over答案：C。

解析：across一般表示在表面穿过；through表示从内部穿过；over表示从上方越过。

小升初英语一般过去时练习题30题(带答案)1. We ____ a party at home last night.A. haveB. hadC. has答案解析：B。

一般过去时表示过去某个时间发生的动作或存在的状态。

句中有last night（昨晚）这个表示过去的时间状语，所以动词要用一般过去式。

选项A“have”是原形，选项C“has”是第三人称单数形式，都不符合一般过去时的要求，只有选项B“had”是“have”的过去式，所以选B。

2. He ____ his homework yesterday.A. don't doB. didn't doC. doesn't do答案解析：B。

yesterday（ 昨天）表明句子要用一般过去时。

一般过去时的否定句结构是“主语+didn't+动词原形”。

选项A“don't do”是一般现在时的否定形式，选项C“doesn't do”也是一般现在时的否定形式（用于第三人称单数），只有选项B“didn't do”符合一般过去时的否定句结构，所以选B。

3. ____ you at school last Monday?A. AreB. Were答案解析：B。

last Monday 上周一）提示句子为一般过去时。

“you”作主语时，be动词的过去式用“were”，选项A“Are”是一般现在时形式，选项C“Was”用于主语是单数第三人称（he/she/it等）的一般过去时，所以选B。

4. My mother ____ some delicious food for us this morning.A. cookB. cookedC. cooks答案解析：B。

this morning（今天上午）表示过去的时间，句子要用一般过去时。

选项A“cook”是原形，选项C“cooks”是一般现在时的第三人称单数形式，选项B“cooked”是“cook”的过去式，所以选B。

备战高考英语语法填空热点话题分类训练(高考模拟真题+名校最新真题)距离高考还有一段时间，不少有经验的老师都会提醒考生，愈是临近高考，能否咬紧牙关、学会自我调节，态度是否主动积极，安排是否科学合理，能不能保持良好的心态、以饱满的情绪迎接挑战，其效果往往大不一样。

以下是本人从事10多年教学经验总结出的以下学习资料，希望可以帮助大家提高答题的正确率，希望对你有所帮助，有志者事竟成！养成良好的答题习惯，是决定高考英语成败的决定性因素之一。

做题前，要认真阅读题目要求、题干和选项，并对答案内容作出合理预测;答题时，切忌跟着感觉走，最好按照题目序号来做，不会的或存在疑问的，要做好标记，要善于发现，找到题目的题眼所在，规范答题，书写工整;答题完毕时，要认真检查，查漏补缺，纠正错误。

总之，在最后的复习阶段，学生们不要加大练习量。

在这个时候，学生要尽快找到适合自己的答题方式，最重要的是以平常心去面对考试。

英语最后的复习要树立信心，考试的时候遇到难题要想“别人也难”，遇到容易的则要想“细心审题”。

越到最后，考生越要回归基础，单词最好再梳理一遍，这样有利于提高阅读理解的效率。

另附高考复习方法和考前30天冲刺复习方法。

专题24 神州14号与中国航天（2022·四川省成都市新都一中高三期中）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Astronauts on the Shenzhou XIV ___1___ (step) out of their spacecraft for the second spacewalk on Saturday afternoon, according to the China Manned Space Agency.Senior Colonel Cai Xuzhe ___2___ (successful) opened the airlock cabin (气阀舱) of the Wentian lab module at 1:35 p.m. and then went out of the station. He ___3___ (follow) by commander Senior Colonel Chen Dong. The astronaut ___4___ stayed inside the station supported their operations.That was the first time for astronauts ___5___ (use) the Wentian space lab’s airlock cabin to carry out a spacewalk. Chen and his teammates have spent 103 days in orbit ___6___ have carried out a series of tasks suchas fixing new equipment outside the station and conducting ___7___ (science) experiments. They arrived at Tiangong ___8___ the evening of June 5 and are scheduled to keep ___9___ (fly) with the station until early December, when the Shenzhou XV group will take over.By now, three groups of Chinese astronauts have lived and worked inside the Tiangong space station. China’s space station will be ready soon and ___10___ (it) unique shape will show the best of the Chinese wisdom and the Chinese people.（2022·浙江·余姚中学高三阶段练习）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。

简单的诗歌1. Good better bestNever let it restTill good is betterAnd better best.2. I try to do my best each day ,In my work and in my play ;And if I always do my best ,I needn't worry about the test .3. Evening red and morning gray,Send the traveler on his way;Evening gray and morning red,Bring the rain upon his head.4. The meadow dreams of shadows,And a young bird dreams of air;Where I am warmed by dreams of you,Spring snow holds my stare.5. Love is like a lump of gold,Hard to get, and hard to hold.Of all the boys I've ever met,You're the one I can't forget.one two three four five six seven eight nine ten适合初中生朗诵的英文诗歌When I was a child，my homesickness was a small stamp Linking Mum at the other end and me this.When grown up，I remained homesick，but it became a ticket By which I sailed to and from my bride at the other end.Then homesickness took the shape of a grave，Mum inside of it and me outside.Now I’m still homesick，but it is a narrow straitSeparating me on this side and the mainland on the other.小时候乡愁是一枚小小的邮票我在这头母亲在那头长大后乡愁是一张窄窄的船票我在这头新娘在那头后来啊乡愁是一方矮矮的坟墓我在外头母亲在里头而现在乡愁是一湾浅浅的海峡我在这头大陆在那头配乐英文诗歌朗诵Think I Can 我想我能行If you think you are beaten, you are; If you think you dare not, you don't;If you want to win but think you can't; It's almost a cinch you won't.If you think you'll lose, you're lost;For out of the world we findSuccess begins with a fellow's will;It's all in a state of mind.Life's battles don't always goTo the stronger and faster man,But sooner or later the man who winsIs the man who thinks he can.如果你认为你败了，那你就一败涂地；如果你认为你不敢，那你就会退缩畏葸；如果你想赢但是认为你不能；那么毫无疑问你就会失利。

实用的保护环境英语作文（通用26篇）实用的保护环境英语作文（通用26篇）无论在学习、工作或是生活中，大家都接触过作文吧，作文是人们把记忆中所存储的有关知识、经验和思想用书面形式表达出来的记叙方式。

作文的注意事项有许多，你确定会写吗？以下是小编精心整理的实用的保护环境英语作文，欢迎阅读与收藏。

保护环境英语作文篇1Environmental problems are becoming more and more serious all over the world. With the development of industry and agriculture, cars make great noises and give off poisonous gas. Trees on the hills have been cut down,and waste water is being poured continuously into rivers. Furthermore,wherever we go today, we can find rubbish carelessly disposed. The whole ecological balance of the earth is changing. Massive destruction of environment has brought about negative effects and even poses a great threat to mans existence.环境问题越来越严重的世界各地。

随着工农业的发展，汽车制造噪音、排放毒气。

山上的树木被砍伐，污水不断被排入河流。

此外，今天我们去哪里，我们可以找到垃圾处理。

整个地球的生态平衡正在改变。

环境的巨大破坏已带来负面影响，甚至对人类生存带来巨大的威胁。

We must face the situation that exists and take actions to solve our environmental problems. For instance, new laws must be passed to place strict control over industrial pollution, the pub!ic must receive the education about the hazard of pollution and so on. We hope that all these measures will be effective and bring back a healthful environment.我们必须面对现实，采取行动解决环境问题的现状。

九年级英语全一册第一单元作文范文80左右全文共6篇示例，供读者参考篇1My Summer VacationHooray, summer vacation was finally here! After a long school year full of tests, homework, and waking up early, I was so excited to have two whole months off from school. No more teachers, no more books, no more sitting at a desk all day long. Summer meant freedom, fun, and plenty of time to do whatever I wanted.The first week of vacation, I spent most of my time just relaxing and recovering from the stresses of the school year. I slept in late every morning, staying up past my usual bedtime to watch TV or play video games. My mom didn't even nag me about it because she knew how hard I had worked. I lounged around the house in my pajamas until lunchtime, eating junk food and snacking on chips and candy whenever I felt like it. It was pure bliss.After that first lazy week though, I started to get a little bored just hanging around the house all day. As much as I lovedhaving nothing to do, after a while the novelty wore off. That's when my parents suggested I join the summer camp program at the community center. At first I wasn't too thrilled about having to go somewhere for activities every day, but they convinced me it would be fun.Boy, were they right! Summer camp ended up being the highlight of my vacation. Every day there were new games, crafts, sports, or adventures planned by the awesome camp counselors. We went on exciting field trips to museums, parks, the bowling alley, and even the local amusement park one week. The counselors divided us into groups for different activities so I was able to try all sorts of new things.My favorite activities were probably the outdoor ones like hiking, swimming at the lake, and raising money for charity by running laps. I discovered how much I loved being out in nature, breathing the fresh air and soaking up the warm summer sunshine. The hiking and camping trips were amazing – I had no idea how beautiful the forest preserves were just outside our town. I learned basic survival skills like how to start a campfire, set up a tent, and find drinkable water and edible plants. Our group even went whitewater rafting one weekend which was a huge adrenaline rush!Even after six awesome weeks, I still wasn't ready for summer camp to end. I made so many new friends and had accumulated a brain full of happy memories to get me through the next school year. My parents were thrilled that I had stayed active, learned useful skills, and discovered some new hobbies instead of just vegging out for two months. I couldn't wait to go back next summer!The last few weeks before school started up again, I savored my remaining free time. I hung out with my neighborhood friends almost every day, playing basketball in the driveway, having watergun or water balloon fights, or just lazily watching movies and making a dent in my gigantic stack of comic books and novels I had been wanting to read. My neighbors and I even put on a circus performance for our families one afternoon, making use of all the juggling, acrobatic, and magic tricks we had picked up at camp. What a fun way to wrap up my amazing summer!As great as the vacation was though, I actually started feeling excited to return to school towards the end of August. I missed seeing my friends every day and couldn't wait to show off what I had learned and accomplished over the summer. Plus, my school supplies were all brand-new, and I loved that fresh startfeeling of a new year, new classes, and blank notebooks waiting to be filled with ideas. This was going to be the best school year yet!So while it was tough to say goodbye to the freedom and unstructured time of summer, I felt proud that I hadn't wasted a single second of my break. I made the most of every opportunity, kept my mind and body active, and created memories to last a lifetime. Most importantly, I had a blast! School years come and go, but the joy of an amazing summer vacation is something no test or homework assignment can ever diminish.篇2My Summer BreakSummer break is the best time of year! School is out, the weather is warm, and there are so many fun things to do. This summer was extra special for me because I got to go on a big family road trip. We drove all the way from our home in California to visit my grandparents in Pennsylvania. It was a really long drive but also a big adventure!We left super early one morning when it was still dark out. My little brother and I were half-asleep as we stumbled out to the car loaded up with snacks, games, and pillows for the longjourney ahead. The first few hours we just slept while my parents drove. When I woke up, we were already in the desert!The desert landscapes were so different from home. Everything was dry and sandy with huge rocky mountains in the distance. We stopped at a rest area and I got to run around and feel the dry desert heat. Back on the road, we started seeing signs for the Grand Canyon. My dad said we'd try to stop there on the way back since it was a little out of the way.After the desert, we drove through Utah which had beautiful red rock formations everywhere you looked. We stopped in a small town called Moab to eat lunch. There were a bunch of people camping, hiking, and riding bikes because it's right near some famous national parks. I wished we had more time to explore, but we had to keep driving east.The drive through Colorado was probably my favorite part. The roads wound up through the Rocky Mountains and there were amazing views at every turn. We drove right by skiing towns like Aspen and Breckenridge. It looked like a perfect winter wonderland even though it was the middle of summer. We stopped for a night in Denver and I got to swim in the hotel pool after being cooped up in the car all day.Crossing into Kansas, the scenery flattened out into endless fields and farms for miles and miles. It felt like we'd never get to the other side! My brother and I passed the time playing road trip games like I Spy, the License Plate Game, and 20 Questions. We also watched lots of movies on the iPad and made up silly songs about everything we saw out the window.Finally after what felt like ages, we made it to my grandparents' house in a small town outside of Pittsburgh. They were so excited to see us and had stocked up on all our favorite snacks. The best part was that they have a pool in their backyard! Whenever we weren't out exploring with my grandparents, you could find me and my brother splashing around. We had swim races, pool games, and dunk contests. One day my dad's cousin even came over and we all had a huge pool party with a cookout and music. It was a blast!Some of the other highlights from our time in Pennsylvania were going to a Pirates baseball game in downtown Pittsburgh, visiting the outdoor musuems where they have old houses and blacksmith shops set up to show what life was like for pioneers, and taking a tour of a chocolate factory. We probably ate way too much fudge and other chocolate treats, but that's what vacation is for, right?After a couple of wonderful weeks, it was time to make the long drive back to California. We took a slightly different route through Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas so we could stop at the Gateway Arch in St. Louis and see some different landscapes. The plains and prairies seemed to stretch on forever. We also made a quick pitstop in Amarillo to see the really funny car sculpture buildings like a Volkswagen Beetle stuck nose-first into a building. My dad said it's called Cadillac Ranch and it's a famous roadside attraction.As we continued west through New Mexico and Arizona, my dad decided it was finally time to make the detour up to the Grand Canyon like he had promised. The Grand Canyon is every bit as massive, majestic, and mind-blowing as people say. Standing on the rim's edge, you can see for miles across the giant canyon shaped by the Colorado River over millions of years. The colors in the rock layers were breathtaking at sunrise and sunset. We also went on a short hike partway into the canyon itself. I've never seen anything quite like it!By the time we finally made it back home to our house in Los Angeles, we had driven almost 5,000 miles round-trip through 16 different states. I was a little sick of being stuck in the car, but I'll always have amazing memories from our epic cross-countryroad trip. From swimming with my grandparents in Pennsylvania to standing in awe at the Grand Canyon, it was an unforgettable experience seeing so many different landscapes and cities across America. I feel like I have a much better appreciation for just how big, beautiful, and diverse this country really is. I can't wait for our next big family篇3My Journey Through Unit 1Whew, what a rollercoaster ride Unit 1 of our 9th grade English textbook has been! I've learned so much already, and we're just getting started. From mastering proper greetings to tackling tongue-twisters, this unit has been a real adventure.Let me start from the very beginning. On the first day, our teacher introduced us to the unit with a big smile on her face. "Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of English conversation!" she exclaimed. I'll admit, I was a little nervous. English has never been my strongest subject, but I was determined to give it my best shot.The first few lessons focused on greetings and introductions. Simple enough, right? Well, let me tell you, there's more to a friendly "Hello" than meets the eye. We learned all about thedifferent ways to greet people based on the time of day, the formality of the situation, and even the cultural context. Who knew a simple "Good morning" could be so complex?But that was just the tip of the iceberg. Next up, we tackled the art of small talk. You know, those little conversations you have with people you don't know very well, like the cashier at the grocery store or the person sitting next to you on the bus. Our teacher taught us how to ask simple questions, make polite comments, and keep the conversation flowing smoothly.As if that wasn't enough, we also learned about the importance of body language and nonverbal communication. Did you know that in some cultures, making direct eye contact is considered rude? Or that certain hand gestures can have completely different meanings in different parts of the world? It's amazing how much we can communicate without even saying a word.But my favorite part of Unit 1 has to be the cultural exploration. We learned about different greeting customs from around the globe, like the traditional Hawaiian lei exchange or the Japanese bow. It was so fascinating to see how something as simple as a "hello" can take on such diverse and meaningful forms in different cultures.As we wrapped up Unit 1, I couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. Sure, there were moments of struggle and frustration, but that's all part of the learning process. And the best part? We're just getting started. There are still so many more units, topics, and adventures waiting for us in the vast world of English.So, bring it on, 9th grade English textbook! I'm ready for whatever challenges and tongue-twisters you throw my way. Thanks to Unit 1, I've got a solid foundation in basic conversation skills, a newfound appreciation for cultural diversity, and a whole lot of determination to keep improving. The journey has just begun, and I can't wait to see where it takes me next!篇4Title: My Summer AdventuresHey there! I'm a 9th-grader, and I'm super excited to share my summer adventures with you. It was a wild ride, let me tell you!The moment school let out, I couldn't wait to ditch those boring textbooks and homework assignments. I had big plans for the summer, and nothing was going to stop me from having the time of my life!The first thing on my agenda was to sleep in every single day. No more waking up at the crack of dawn to catch the school bus.I could lounge in bed as long as I wanted, without my mom nagging me to get up. Ah, bliss!After a few days of pure laziness, I started to get a little restless. That's when my best friend, Sarah, came up with the brilliant idea of starting a lemonade stand. We spent hours making bright, colorful signs and mixing up our secret lemonade recipe (which involved way too much sugar, but hey, we were kids!).Setting up our little stand on the street corner was so much fun. We'd yell out, "Lemonade for sale! Ice-cold lemonade!" at the top of our lungs, trying to attract customers. Some people would smile and buy a cup, while others would just ignore us. But we didn't care – we were having a blast!One hot afternoon, we had a brilliant marketing idea. We decided to dress up in silly costumes to grab people's attention. Sarah went as a giant lemon, and I dressed up as a walking cup of lemonade. We must have looked ridiculous, but it worked! People couldn't resist our costumes and our delicious lemonade.After a few weeks of running our successful lemonade stand, we had enough money saved up for our next adventure – acamping trip! Sarah's parents agreed to take us to a nearby state park for a weekend of camping, hiking, and s'mores-making.I'd never been camping before, so I was equal parts excited and nervous. Setting up the tent was a real struggle, but Sarah's dad helped us out. Once we got the hang of it, we felt like outdoor experts!The hiking trails were absolutely gorgeous. We saw all sorts of wildlife, from squirrels scampering up trees to deer grazing in the meadows. At one point, we even spotted a family of raccoons rummaging through a trash can. Cheeky little critters!But the highlight of the camping trip was definitely thes'mores. Sarah and I must have eaten at least a dozen each, leaving us with sticky faces and happy tummies. We stayed up late, swapping ghost stories around the campfire and laughing until our sides hurt.After our camping adventure, it was time to shift gears and focus on something a little more educational. Sarah's mom had signed us up for a creative writing workshop at the local library. At first, I wasn't too thrilled about spending part of my summer learning, but the workshop turned out to be a lot of fun.Our instructor, Mrs. Williams, was a quirky lady with bright purple hair and a contagious energy. She encouraged us to let our imaginations run wild and to write stories about anything our hearts desired. Sarah and I teamed up and wrote a zany tale about a magical lemonade stand that could grant wishes (guess where we got our inspiration!).By the end of the workshop, I had a newfound appreciation for creative writing. Who knew putting pen to paper could be so therapeutic and enjoyable?As the summer days dwindled, Sarah and I made sure to soak up every last bit of freedom. We spent lazy afternoons at the park, picnicking and people-watching. We had epic water balloon fights in the backyard, drenching each other from head to toe. And we indulged in way too many ice cream cones, savoring every sweet, melty bite.Before I knew it, it was time to start prepping for the new school year. As I shopped for new notebooks and pencils, I couldn't help but feel a little sad that my summer adventures were coming to an end. But at the same time, I was filled with excitement for the new school year and all the possibilities it held.Those three months of freedom had been a whirlwind of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories. I'd learned so much about myself, tried new things, and made the most of every single day. And now, as I stepped back into the classroom, I carried those amazing summer adventures with me, ready to tackle 9th grade with a smile on my face.So, there you have it – my wild and wonderful summer, packed with lemonade stands, camping trips, creative writing workshops, and plenty of good old-fashioned fun. It was a summer I'll never forget, and I can't wait to see what adventures await me next!篇5My Amazing Summer VacationHooray, school's finally out for summer! I've been counting down the days until summer vacation. No more teachers, no more books, no more getting up at the crack of dawn. Just lazy mornings sleeping in, playing video games all day, and hanging out with my friends. This is gonna be the best summer ever!The first week of vacation was pretty chill. I slept in until noon most days and stayed up all night playing my new video game. I beat the entire game in four days! My mom kept naggingme to get outside and stop becoming a couch potato, but I was too busy with my game to listen. She can be such a nag sometimes.After I finished my game though, I started to get kinda bored just sitting around the house all day. That's when my friend Jake called and invited me over to his place. Jake's mom had set up a huge slip 'n slide in their backyard! We spent all day slipping and sliding, crashing into each other, and having the biggest water fight ever. It was an absolute blast! By the end of the day we were both completely soaked and exhausted. Jake's mom made us popsicles and we just laid out on the grass letting the sun dry us off. That night I slept like a rock.The next week my parents said we were going camping up in the mountains. At first I wasn't too excited since it meant no video games or TV, but it turned out to be really fun! We went hiking, caught fish in the lake for our dinner, and made s'mores around the campfire at night. One night we even saw a family of deer come right into our camp! Getting away from everything and being out in nature was actually pretty cool.When we got back from camping, my cousins came over from out of town to stay with us for a few weeks. Having them around drove me nuts at first, always getting into my stuff andwanting to tag along everywhere I went with my friends. But after a while we ended up having a lot of fun together. We'd have competitions to see who could cannonball the biggest splash in the pool, or who could build the craziest bath bomb creations with my aunt's soap making kit. Even though they were annoying little brats sometimes, I was sad to see them go when it was time for them to leave.With just a few weeks left before school started again, I tried to soak up as much summer fun as possible. We went to the waterpark, had a gigantic squirt gun fight in the backyard, made homemade ice cream, and went to the arcade. My friends and I even started our own little lawn mowing business, goingdoor-to-door asking neighbors if we could mow their grass for a few bucks. We made enough money to go to the movies and out for pizza a couple of times!Before I knew it, summer was over. I've gotta admit, I was a little bummed to be heading back to school at first. But after this awesome summer of adventures and fun with my family and friends, I'm actually kinda excited to get back. I missed seeing my friends every day, and yeah I even missed learning new things a little bit. This was definitely one summer vacation I'll never forget!I just hope next summer is half as fun as this one was.篇6Title: My Summer AdventuresHi there! My name is Lily, and I'm a 9-year-old kid who just finished third grade. I had the most amazing summer vacation this year, and I can't wait to tell you all about it!The first big adventure I went on was to my grandparents' farm in the countryside. It's a huge place with lots of animals and fields as far as the eye can see. My grandpa showed me how to milk the cows, and I even got to try it myself! It was a bit tricky at first, but after a few tries, I got the hang of it. The warm milk tasted so fresh and delicious!Grandma took me on a tour of her vegetable garden, and we picked ripe tomatoes, cucumbers, and carrots straight from the earth. She taught me how to tell when the veggies were ready to be harvested, and we made a big salad together for lunch. I had never tasted anything so flavorful and crisp!In the evenings, we would sit on the porch and listen to the crickets chirping. Grandpa would tell me stories about when he was a kid, and Grandma would teach me how to knit. I made a little scarf for my teddy bear, and even though it was a bit lopsided, I was so proud of it!After a week on the farm, we went to visit my aunt and uncle who live by the ocean. The beach was absolutely breathtaking! The sand was so soft and white, and the water was a brilliant shade of blue that I had never seen before.My uncle took me and my cousins out on his boat, and we went fishing. At first, I didn't catch anything, but then I felt a huge tug on my line! With my uncle's help, I reeled in a big, beautiful fish. We took it back to the shore, and my aunt cooked it up for dinner. It was the best fish I've ever tasted, and I was so excited that I had caught it myself!One day, my cousins and I went exploring in the nearby tide pools. We found all sorts of fascinating creatures – little crabs, starfish, and even a tiny octopus! We carefully observed them and learned about their habitats from the guidebook my aunt gave us.In the evenings, we would have big bonfires on the beach. We roasted marshmallows, sang campfire songs, and told spooky stories that made us all jump with fright (but in a fun way!). The night sky was absolutely stunning, with more stars than I had ever seen before.After two weeks at the beach, it was time to head back home.I was sad to leave, but I was also excited to see my friends again and tell them all about my adventures.On the last day of summer, my parents took me and my little brother to the city for a day trip. We visited the science museum, where we saw all sorts of cool exhibits about space, dinosaurs, and inventions. My favorite part was the planetarium show, where we got to see the stars and planets up close on the big domed ceiling.We also went to an art museum, and I was amazed by all the beautiful paintings and sculptures. My brother and I even got to try our hand at making our own little sculptures out of clay. Mine was supposed to be a dog, but it ended up looking more like a blob! Still, it was a lot of fun to be creative.At the end of the day, we had a picnic in the park and watched the sunset. It was the perfect way to cap off an amazing summer filled with new experiences and precious memories.Now that school has started again, I find myself daydreaming about all the fun times I had over the summer. I can't wait for next year's adventures!。