新目标英语九年级二模英语试题及答案.docx

1、新目标英语九年级二模英语试题及答案 2017届第二次摸底测试英语试卷1、英语知识运用 第一节 阅读理解（共12小题，每小题2分，满分24分）AMany pets got separated from their families almost two years ago, when Superstorm Sandy hit the East Coast. A New Jersey family was one of them. They lost their dog. He got away from their backyard during the storm.Chuck James sa

2、id that his family searched for the brown-and-white dog named Reckless for months after the October 2012 storm. Reckless was a cute dog which brought much pleasure to the whole family, and the youngest daughter Tiffany loved him most. They played together, watched TV together, ate popcorn together a

3、nd Reckless even saw Tiffany off when she headed for the kindergarten every morning. Chuck James kept on searching for the lovely dog in every possible way, but no luck.“We reported him missing and called the shelters from time to time, just hoping they had him,” James said. “We always kept our hope

4、s up, but finally it was time to move on.”James said the family had planned to get a new dog. The dog was to be a tenth birthday surprise for their eldest daughter, Ally. The family of five went to the Monmouth County SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) to adopt a new animal. Whe

5、n James and his wife walked close to the first cage, they saw a familiar face inside.“He was a little bigger than I remembered because they had fed him well,” James joked. “But then he was lying on my wifes feet and I knew it was him. It was unbelievable. I know this dog is meant to be with our fami

6、ly.”When SPCA officials asked if they could prove the animal was their dog, a friend sent a selfie showing the family with their dog before Sandy hit the East Coast.“Were all so happy to have him back,” James said. The family is living in a hotel while their home is being repaired. This weekend, the

7、 Jameses went on a camping trip with Reckless to celebrate the dogs return.1. What happened to Jameses when Superstorm Sandy hit the East Coast?A. Their house lay in ruins after the storm.B. Their pet dog Reckless went missing.C. Their pet dog Reckless was adopted by another family.D. They found the

8、ir pet dog Reckless badly injured. 2. Having searched for Reckless for months, the Jameses found him in .A. an animal hospitalB. one of their friends housesC. the Monmouth County SPCA D. the backyard which was under repair3. The meaning of the underlined word “selfie” is closest to “ ”.A. document B

9、. credit card C. text message D. picture4. Which is the text mainly about?A. A dog got separated from his family in a storm.B. A lost dog found his way home with difficulty.C. A family looked for a new dog but found the old one instead.D. Dogs are always devoted friends of human beings.BI was inspir

10、ed by a video of a young Pakistani man. He celebrated his 22nd birthday with 22 random acts of kindness. I mentioned to my daughter Tamara that Id like to copy the young mans idea for my upcoming 55th birthday in December. She agreed and so we decided to make it happen the next day.We wore clumsy re

11、indeer antlers(鹿角) to make people smile, placed cheerful stickers on the shirts of children, cleaned up a park, and passed out delicious Mexican hot chocolate to those in the park-many of whom appeared homeless.At the end of the day, we passed out carnation flowers(康乃馨) in a retirement home after th

12、eir dinner. At first, I found myself questioning my motivation and how it would be received. It turned out that the local Unity Church had a large group there at the same time singing to the people living in the home. At first, I was surprised how almost every man enjoyed receiving a flower, not onl

13、y from Tamara, but also from such an old man as me. Then, I found myself giving the women longer caring hugs. one commented that she had not been hugged like that for years. Then my heart was permanently touched when another woman told me that she had not been hugged like that by a man for five deca

14、des! I didnt count the number of kind acts we did that day, and neither do I count that birthday as one of the good ones. Without doubt, I KNOW it was my best!5. How did the author decide to celebrate his birthday?A. To go abroad for sightseeing.B. To perform some kind acts for others.C. To make som

15、e chocolate himself.D. To record a piece of video about his life.6. Whats the authors concern at the retirement home?A. The old females there wouldnt like carnation flowers.B. His daughter wouldnt be willing to hug the old men there.C. People there might feel tired after the church singing.D. People

16、 there might reject the kindness from him and Tamara.7. Which of the following can best describe the author?A. Caring and thoughtful.B. Curious and generous.C. Modest and friendly.D. Polite and careful.8. Which of the following can be the best title of the text?A. My Random Act of Kindness.B. A Loving Daughter.C. My Best Birthday Ever.D. An Unforgettable Day.