1、The Newton Public Librarys Summer Reading Program has been a longtime favorite for local children. You are invited to check out any three books on July 16th to earn a free ticket to the movie of your choice at the Capital Theatre. In addition, there are also some other events for you to join, you ca
2、n choose any one you like in your convenience.Events for TeenagersMusical Acting: A music act, The High Crest, will be performed from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 22nd. The concert will be held outdoors on the library lawn(草坪)and it is for a family-friendly. Blankets, lawn chairs, and picnics are enc
3、ouraged!Craft Making: Make earth-friendly crafts from recycled materials from 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10th. With guidance from a talented teacher, you will make new creations from everyday objects. Start to recycle today, and bring objects to share with the group.Stone Designing: Paint your
4、 own garden stones with your own imagination! At 6 p.m. on Monday, August 8th, Lisa Frasier will teach tips and skills for creating unique design on stones. All materials are provided, and registration is required.Any questions? Contact(联系)Public Services Librarian, Becca Klein at 641-792-4108.1To g
5、et a free ticket to a movie, you should_.Amake your own craft Bcheck out any three booksCdesign your stone Djoin the family concert2_will answer the phone if you contact Public Services.ANewton BAn attendee CLisa Frasier DBecca Klein3We can read the passage probably from the _ section of a newspaper
6、.Afashion Bsports Cadvertisement DbusinessDoing exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. But the novel coronavirus(新冠病毒)has kept millions of people from taking part in outdoor activities since late January. As a result, indoor activities have become an important way for people to keep h
7、ealthy, especially during a special time like this.These days, the sports community, medical experts and public health officials have all been actively suggesting indoor exercise to help people fight against the novel coronavirus. And ba duan jin, an easy-to-learn qigong exercise, is among the most
8、popular exercises. After doing the exercise, people may feel like they are wearing a dress made of silk fabric, so its also called Eight Pieces of Brocade(锦缎).Created nearly a thousand years ago, ba duan jin has been practiced for centuries in China. Nowadays, it is almost as popular as Tai chi, esp
9、ecially among the old. The exercise doesnt require much space or time. As long as people master special breathing and concentration(专注) skills, ba duan jin can help them keep both the body and mind healthy with eight well-designed movements.This kind of qigong focuses on(聚焦于)the breathing. Through d
10、eep and slow breathing skills, it will allow the muscles to relax and empty the mind of all thoughts. The brain will get a chance to rest, and more oxygen will reach.Ba duan jin is reported to be helpful to many health problems. Whats more, it can be learnt without a teacher. Although it may be prac
11、tised by following a few pictures and instructions, success really depends on concentration, relaxation and daily practice.4Whats the writers purpose in writing the first paragraph?ATo give an example. BTo show an opinion.CTo lead into the topic. DTo make a comparison.5Its _ for people to learn to p
12、ractice ba duan jin.Aeasy Btiring Cdifficult Dexcited6Who may show more interest in practicing ba duan jin?AThe young. BThe rich. CThe poor. DThe old.7Which question does the 4th paragraph mainly answer?AWhen was ba duan jin created?BHow should people practice ba duan jin?CHow can ba duan jin keep p
13、eople healthy?DHow long has ba duan jin been practised in China? Yang Yang, a 14-year-old girl from Changsha, Hunan Province, has moved many people by being honest and considerate(有教养的).It was a day in April when Yang was getting ready to have lunch. But then she dropped a plate full of food by acci
14、dent. She stood still and was upset. The manager was nice. She comforted Yang, saying, “It doesnt matter. Ill give you another meal for free.”Everyone thought that it would end like that. But when Yang left after eating, the waiter found 75 yuan in cash and a note on the table. The note said, “Im so
15、rry that the money might not be enough to make up for your loss, but thats all I have. Thank you for your kindness.” The manager was touched after reading the note. The money was probably a weeks worth of pocket money for the girl.The manager shared this on social media and called for a search for t
16、his young girl. Many newspapers joined the search. Finally, Yang was found after her teacher heard the story. However, Yang thought it was not a big deal. “I have accepted other peoples help and should make up for their kindness.” she said.Peoples Daily commented(评论)on the story, saying that it show
17、ed the good in people. The manager cared about Yangs situation, while Yang was considerate and responsible.8Where did the event take place?AIn a restaurant. BIn a theater. CAt school. DIn a hospital.9The underlined phrase “make up” in Paragraph 3 means _.A化妆 B编造 C构成 D补偿10It was_that found Yang was t
18、he heroine of the event?Aa reporter Ba policeman CYangs teacher DYangs parents11What can we learn from the girl?ABe polite to others. BOffer help to others.CSave your pocket money. DShow consideration for others.二、补全短文5选4 Is modern life moving too fast? Do you feel as if you are running hard, but st
19、aying in the same place? Well, you are not alone. According to a recent study, 78% of the young people say the “sped-up” pace(节奏)of modern life is making them feel really tired.Rapid changes in technology and society are the main causes of the problem.12With everyone connected by smartphones, young
20、people can easily learn about the newest, the latest and the coolest things happening around them. No one wants to miss a hot topic. And with all the videos, games and the messages they get from smartphones, they feel uncomfortable when its quiet so boring!Is there a way to help stop the “sped-up” l
21、ife? Yes, there is.13Staying away from your phone for a few hours each day, we will put you back in control of your life. Even Bill Gates and Steve Jobs were worried about the influences of the technologies they had created.14As human beings, we are not supposed to be stimulated(刺激)all the time. It
22、can even be harmful to both our physical and mental health.15 These things can help you lead a peaceful life. Its a little bit hard at first, and you have to make a great effort, but its you who can take control of your time and life, isnt it? 根据短文内容,从下列选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项,选项中有一项为多余选项。ATurn off your sm
23、art phone.BHowever, the smart phone plays an important role in your life.CSo, slow down to visit a park, read a book and take up a hobby.DAnd the continuous bombardment(轰炸)of information can be another cause.E.They didnt allow their own kids to use the smart phone and the Internet for too long.三、完型填
24、空 Many people like to travel during their holidays. Some people travel in tour groups 16 they think it is safe and cheap. A tour guide takes care of the group and 17 the group see a lot of interesting and beautiful sights. Other people like to travel 18 or with friends. They think they are free to v
25、isit 19 they want to see in this way.People travel for many 20 . Some people travel to learn more about the world. Some travel for 21 . Theyd like to do some different things, such as skiing, bungee jumping and mountain climbing. Other people like to 22 when they travel. They look for new things or
26、cheap ones. There are different ways to travel. Some people take trains, buses or 23 , some fly, and others drive cars. Some people like to travel slowly and 24 a long time in each place, but others like to take quick tours and visit more places in a short time. 25 do you like to spend your vacation
27、?16Aso that Bbecause Cif Dwhen17Amakes sure Bhelps out Cdepends on Dsees off18Afar Bnear Clonely Dalone19Awhen Bwhat Chow Dwhere20Aways Btimes Creasons Dchances21Aadventure Bbusiness Cinterview Dpractice22Ago abroad Bhave picnics Cgo shopping Dtake rests23Aplanes Bcars Cfeet Dships24Atake Bspend Cco
28、st Dpay25AHow BWhat CWhy DWhen四、语法填空阅读下面的短文,用括号内所给单词的适当形式填空,必要时可加助动词。The third long March-5 rocket, Chinas largest carrier rocket was 26 (success) launched(发射) from Wenchang Space Launch Center in Hainan Province on Dec. 27, 2019. The rocket 27 (name) Long March-5 Y3. It left the ground from the lau
29、nch center at 8:45 pm, carrying the Shijian-20 satellite, the 28 (heavy) and most modern communications satellite of China. About 2,220 seconds later, the satellite was sent into its 29 (plan) orbit(轨道).The Long March-5 rocket made its first flight on Nov.3, 2016 from Wenchang. However, the 30(two)
30、largest rocket, Long March-5 Y2, experienced a failure on July 2, 2017. 31 (compare)with Long March-5 Y2, the new rocket Long March-5 Y3 has shown more than 200 technological improvements.Qu Yiguang, director of the Long March-5 Y3 research team, said, “Under great pressure, the research team has pu
31、t all the efforts into the rocket over the past two years. We are very 32(pride) that we can take part in the development of the Long March-5 rocket, which shows the highest level of Chinas rocket technology.” After over two years of 33 (silent) in Wenchang, the Chinese welcomed the return of the “king” with excitement.Since the Long March-1 sent Chinas first satellite into space 50 years ago, the Long March series rockets 34 (complete) 323 flights. Over the past years, China
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