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1、海淀一模CMost of the things around you will be replaced or thrown away someday. Where will they go when they are thrown out? What kinds of waste will they create, and how will it affect the environment.Most of our crash goes to places called landfills. A LANDFILL is a low area of land that is filled wit
2、h garbage垃圾.Most modern landfills are lined with a cover of plastic to keep dangerous liquids液体from polluting earth and ground water supply. The problem is that more than half of the states in this country are running out of places to landfill their garbage. Because of the unhealthy materials, landf
3、ills do not make good neighbors，and people dont want to live near them. Many landfills are set in poor neighborhoods.The Fresh Kills landfill on Staten Island, New York, was the largest garbage landfill in the world. For years, people who live nearby plained about air and water pollution caused by t
4、he enormous pile of trash. They say that the smoke have made people sick. The landfill closed inApril 2001.Now can a harmful wastematerial that can pollute air, land, and water be disposed of in a safe way.Another way to get rid of trash is to burn it. Trash is burned in an incinerator._ Because inc
5、inerators in operation can get rid of almost all of the trash, some munities would rather use incinerators than landfills. There is a problem, though. Leftover ash and smoke from burning trash may have dangerous chemicals, and even make it hard for some people to breathe. They can harm plants, anima
6、ls, and people.You can help reduce减少waste by reusing bottles, batteries, and paper. You can also recycle newspaper, glass, and plastics to provide materials for making other products.From recycled materials, many things are made. For example, from recycled paper we can get newspapers, boxes and so o
7、n. From recycled plastic we can get soda bottles, tables, and backpacks.53.Why dont landfills make good neighbors?A. Because there are unhealthy materials in them.B. Because people prefer to live in the city center.C. Because landfills are not big enough for trash.D. Because most states are running
8、out of places.54.What does the underlined word “incinerator probably mean?A. An area to collect trash.B. A machine to burn trashC. A method that is used to burn trash.D.A station that is run by selling trash.55.What is probably the best title for the passage?A. How Is Trash Burned?B. What Can Be Reu
9、sed.C. Why Is Waste Dangerous?D. Where Does Garbage Go?DNearly all kids have had the same experience. They are eating in a restaurant with their parents. They finished the spaghetti minutes ago. Now, they are bored. Their little brother is kicking them under the table. He is also plaining about the
10、desserts(餐后甜点). Yet their parents are still eating and talkingand talkingand talking.“Be patient. One parent says. “Well have dessert soon.All kids know what happens next. After dessert, their parents drink coffee. Then they talk some more. Again, the children must wait. They have been in school all
11、 day and would rather be running and playing. Instead, they must sit in a chair and stare at a wall.Going to a restaurant doesnt have to be this way. Many restaurants say they are “family-friendly. Family restaurants, such as fast-food restaurants should play areas for children. At these restaurants
12、, almost every play area is a big room full of climbing equipment. The room is usually, packed with happy kids. Parents can eat while the children play. Everyone is happy.The real problem begins when families want to eat a fancier meal(大餐). The parents dont want to hurry through the meal but talk to
13、 each other. They do not have bored children pestering(烦扰) them about leaving. Thats no fun for kids either. For them, going to a nicer restaurant means just one thing: sit still and be quiet.On family blogs across the Web, dozens of parents post the same question all the time; are there any nicer r
14、estaurants with play areas for kids? Research shows that some nicer restaurants do have play areas. In warmer cities, it is easier for restaurants to build play areas outside. For example, at one restaurant kids can sail tiny little motor boats in a small, shallow pond. Parents can sit on a beautifu
15、l yard and watch the kids play. Some nicer restaurants even have indoor play areas. Research also shows that these restaurants serve more than just burgers, chickens and fries.So, its possible for a restaurant to provide both food and a place where kids can play. These restaurants seem to be popular
16、, too. For some, families must have reservation days in advance. For others, families might be forced to wait in long lines. Clearly, quality food and safe play areas are both good for business.56.Why do children get unhappy at the restaurant?A. Because they cant join in their parents talk.B. Becaus
17、e the dessert isnt served in time.C. Because they can do nothing but wait.D. Because the food there isnt delicious.57.What is the real problem mentioned in the passage?A. Children dont like eating fancier food.B. Not many nicer restaurants provide play areas.C. Parents dont trouble to fort their bor
18、ed kids.D. People have to wait for seats in nicer restaurants.58.What conclusion can we draw from the research?A. Its mon for nicer restaurants to provide good food and play areas.B. Building play areas is more difficult for restaurants in colder cities.C. Serving more kinds of foods may help restau
19、rants to make more money.D. Its possible for restaurants to find a balance to make both happy.59.What does the writer mainly want to tell us?A. Cities need to help develop restaurant business.B. Children are supposed to be much more patient.C. Restaurants are supposed to give kids some space.D. Pare
20、nts need to care more about their kids when eating.2014西城一模CPaperboyBy Vince VawterWhats the basic story line?Little Man works as a paperboy for the summer, but has no idea that it will change his attitudes towards life forever. His unexpected adventure leads him to new friends, problems, and worrie
21、s. The job even puts his life in danger.What would you say about this book?It tells an interesting story, providing a deep understanding of the life of someone in a special situation. By Zach LewisHouse of SecretsBy Ned VizziniWhats the basic story line?A man writes a novel calledThe Book of Doom an
22、d Desire.The book is magical and has powers that could be harmful if misused. The writer puts a spell (符咒) on the book so nobody can use it. Some people want to find the book. Their search is very dangerous. What happens during their adventure? Read the book and find out. What would you say about th
23、is book?It includes funny stories, bravery and love. It is a great book from start to finish. By Abhinav PiplaniBetter to WishBy Ann MartinWhats the basic story line?Abby Nichols is 8 years old and living with her parents in a small town in Maine during the Great Depression. She cant imagine whather
24、futureholds for her.ButAbbys world is changing fast. There will be good-byes to say and hard choices to make. The story follows the ups and downs of Abbys life.What would you say about this book?It is a book about how a girl deals with her problems. The writershowsreadersthewayafamilygrows. The stor
25、y is about hope and life. By Alaa OsmanMy Brother Is A Big, Fat LiarBy James PattersonWhats the basic story line?Georgia Khatchadorian is entering Hills Village Middle School and thinks everything is going well. But things are different at HVMS. Her brother, Rafe, was kicked out because he broke all
26、 the rules. The teachers think that Georgia is just like her brother, so they give her bad grades. To make matters worse, some boys often pick on her. Will Georgia be able to change her reputation?What would you say about this book?It is very humorous, and readers will never want to put it down! By
27、Rylan J. Daniels53. What do Paperboy and House of Secrets have in mon? A. They both tell honest peoples stories.B. They both include some adventure stories. C. They both present a deep understanding of life. D. They both give advice on how to solve problems.54. According to My Brother Is A Big, Fat
28、Liar, why is Georgia given bad grades?A. She puts her brothers life in danger.B. She breaks all the rules like her brother. C. Her teachers believe that she will behave badly. D. She doesnt study well and picks on her classmates.55. Where can we probably read this text? A. A personal diary. B. A web
29、site book review. C. A science report. D. A chemistry textbook.DImagine having an idea, drawing it on paper, bringing it to a store and seeing it turned into an object. This is now possible with the help of 3D printers. Such machines were once used just by universities and big panies, but now, store
30、s with 3D printing services are appearing around the United States.Bryan Jaycox and his wife opened The Build Shop LLC in Los Angeles two years ago. The Jaycoxs offer 3D printing classes and services for anyone who is interested.“I think 3D printing is going to be huge. Its going to have a huge infl
31、uence on society as a whole. says KiChong Tran, one of the students in a recent class. He plans to open a 3D printing business in Cambodia (柬埔寨).3D printing services are ing into American peoples life. The UPS Store is a nationwide retailer (零售商) that provides copying and other services. The UPS Sto
32、re recently put 3D printers in three of its independently-owned stores. Burke Jones owns one of the stores in San Diego.“The demand has been amazing. There has been a lot of interest from people. Its been much more than I would have imagined.The UPS Store plans to add 3D printers in three more store
33、s.For $11, someone used a 3D printer to produce two small plastic parts as part of a knuckle (指节) for a hand. He works for the pany which is testing finger prosthetics (假肢). He says the sameday or next-day printing services will speed up testing of parts and get them to patients faster.Staples, an A
34、merican store, is selling 3D printers on its website for as low as about $1,300. As with any technology - experts expect the printing speed to increase and the price to go down.Bryan Jaycox requires $15 an hour to print an object. He also sets the price depending on the size of the object and up to
35、$50 an hour for design and labor services.Mr Jaycox thinks that within five years, 3D printing technology could bee more user friendly. But KiChong Tran says even todays technology can make a difference in a developing country like Cambodia.“With 3D printing you can give them tools, so they are resp
36、onsible more for their own development and they learn skills beyond just like learning English and being a tour guide or something like that. You can actually create things that give value to the world.He says its not just Cambodia but anywhere where there is a 3D printer, it can turn a good idea in
37、to reality.56. What can 3D printers do according to the passage?A. e up with an idea. B. Draw on a piece of paper.C. Help users to spend less money. D. Turn an idea into a physical object.57. What does the underlined part mean in this passage?A. Make users life better. B. Make friends with users.C.
38、Make 3D printers easier to use. D. Use 3D printers to make money.58. What can we infer from the passage?A. 3D printing is being popular in the world.B. There is no 3D printing business in Cambodia.C. The UPS Store is the biggest 3D printing pany.D. 3D printing plays the most important role in daily
39、life.59. Whats the passage mainly about?A. The future of 3D printing in the world. B. The 3D printing business in Cambodia.C. The development and growth of 3D printing business.D. The 3D printing classes and services in different places.2014东城一模CYou change the channels for the fourth time and realiz
40、e that once again theres nothing on television that gets your attention. Not a problem! Throw on some running shoes and fortable clothes and go for a run.One of the coolest things about the sport of running is that you dont need expensive equipment(装备). All you need is a good pair of running shoes a
41、nd a safe environment. But just because you dont need much equipment dont be fooled into thinking the sport of running is easy. No one wakes up and decides to run a marathon without training. Running makes your heart, lungs, and muscles stronger. It makes you know more about your body. Running also
42、gives you energy by increasing your oxygen(氧气) intake, so you dont get sick easily. It can even help you keep your mind on school work because exercise helps you to think more clearly.How do you take part in the sport if you dont know much about it? Most schools offer cross-country and track program
43、s, but there are also running clubs open to all ages. A simple Internet search can help you find some in your area. The programs show you how running can offer petition or just be for fun. They also teach runners to set realistic goals and take care of their bodies.Runners have great respect for eac
44、h other because they know how difficult the sport can be. If you go to a race, youll see people cheering for all the runners, from the first place finisher to the last place finisher. Running isnt always about how fast you are or how far youre going. Its about getting out there and doing it. Taking
45、part is more important than petition, and effort is recognized over gift.If youre looking for more than just a sport, running may be the perfect choice for you.53. Which of the following is true? A. Running helps you win a marathon. B. Running helps you improve your study. C. Running helps you think
46、 more about yourself. D. Running helps you set realistic goals in your life.54. What is the most important for runners in a race? A. Having fun. B. Receiving respect. C. Trying their best. D. Winning the petition.55. What is probably the best title for this passage? A. Running and RunnersB. Running:
47、 Easy or DifficultC. Running and Watching TV D. Running: a Sport or a Way of LifeDBeyond Baby Mozart, Students Who RockMusic education hasnt changed much since the 1970s. Students are still taught to read notation(乐谱) so they can recite positions that they would never listen to on their MP3 players or play with friends. Playing music enriches life. The question is: Why do schools teach music in a way thatturns off so many young people rather than catch their imagination? Can we do a
