A cicada is a large insect． It is about three centimeters long． Like many other insects， it has six legs．On the forehead are two big eyes，between which is a long beak．It uses its beak to drink juice from trees．The adult cicada has two sets of wings which can shake together to produce a high， continuous sound when the weather is hot．
In its whole life， it mainly goes through two stages． In the beginning， when a cicada is under the ground， it is called a baby cicada． It drinks juice from tree roots and it is covered in a hard shell．At this time， it has no wings ﹣ just legs． After coming out of the ground， it breaks out of its old shell．Under the old shell is a new shell and four wings．The cicada finds a place in the sun to dry its new shell and wings．Gradually， the baby cicada grows into an adult． After a cicada becomes an adult， it sings loudly in hot summer． That's why it is called a born singer in nature．
At present， over two thousand kinds of cicadas are distributed （分布） around the world． All of them spend most of their life underground． You can find about four hundred and fifty kinds in Africa． Besides， there are about one hundred and twenty kinds in China． There are also about seven special kinds in the US that stay under the ground for many years．
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What does little birdie say,
In her nest at peep（初现）of day?
Let me fly, says little birdie,
Mother, let me fly away,
Birdie, rest a little longer,
Till the little wings are stronger.
So she rests a little longer,
Then she flies away.
What does little baby say,
In her bed at peep of day?
Baby says, like little birdie,
Let me rise and fly away.
Baby, sleep a little longer,
Till the little limbs(四肢) are stronger.
If she sleeps a little longer,
Baby too shall fly away. In the poem, which words rhyme with "say"?
| A．longer, stronger | B．say, day |
| C．day, away | D．A, B and C |
In the poem, where does the bird rest?
| A．In her bed. | B．In her nest |
| C．At peep of the day. | D．In the sky. |
How do you understand the last sentence If she sleeps a little longer, Baby too shall fly away?
| A．If the baby sleeps for a long time, she can fly. |
| B．The baby is too lazy, so she wants to sleep longer. |
| C．The baby has a special ability to fly like a bird after she sleeps longer. |
| D．You should get enough power and abilities before you do something. |
When Kyle walked into Ernie's Pet World, he looked very worried. He walked quickly to the front counter（柜台）. The owner of the shop, Ernie, jumped out to greet Kyle. He was the shop's first shopper of the day.
"Good morning, sir!" Ernie said. "What can I help you with?"
"Well, I...," Kyle started to say.
"Wait, don't tell me," Ernie interrupted (打断) him. "You're looking for a … a little dog... for
your daughter 's birthday. Right?"
"No T really, l just..."
Ernie didn't let him finish. "Ah, I've got it, You just moved into a new house, and you want some fish for it. I have some very nice tanks over here."
"In fact, I..." Kyle was starting to look very nervous (紧张的). His face had a strange expression（表情）on it.
"No fish? Ah, a cat! You look like a cat person. At Ernie's Pet World, we have the best kinds. Take a look at this Persian — long, white hair, and look at that cute expression. She's looking at you. She's thinking, ‘Take me home. Take me home.’ Would you like some cat food and toys as well?"
"No, thank you," Kyle said. By this time, he was walking up and down. He had a pained (痛苦的) look on his face. "Really, I'm not interested in cats or fish or little dogs."
"What do you want, then?" Ernie asked.
Kyle looked like he was going to cry. "I just want to know if I can use your bathroom!" he finally said.What does the writer want to tell us?
| A．A good pet owner. | B．A funny story. |
| C．A wonderful shopkeeper. | D．A strange pet shop. |
What was true about Ernie's Pet World?
| A．The shop was not busy. | B．Kyle went there often. |
| C．The shop was about to close. | D．Kyle knew the shop owner well. |
What do you think of Ernie?
| A．He is careful. | B．He is helpful. |
| C．He likes talking. | D．He is clever. |
Why did Kyle look anxious and pained?
| A．He wanted to get a cat very much. | B．He didn't like animals. |
| C．He was late for work. | D．He was not comfortable. |
Tom can’t join the summer camp because he _______.
| A．doesn’t speak English well | B．doesn’t like the university |
| C．is 20 years old | D．isn’t a Canadian |
How much will you pay when you visit Tate Modem Art Gallery with your parents?
| A．￥5 | B．￥10. | C．￥15 | D．It’s free. |
Where can we see the above reading?
| A．On a poster. | B．In a textbook. | C．In a letter. | D．In a guide book. |
It's still the holiday season and students in the UK are enjoying their winter break (休假).
Tiffany in Guangdong asks us about how British students spend their winter break.
For some, it's a time to study because they have exams next term. Some might have to study. They have to read some books. They use the winter break to catch up with(赶上) their reading. But some students can Let their hair down and celebrate Christmas and New Year with a few drinks.
This holiday is also an important time to chat with the family and maybe get some sleep too. Some lucky students are going away on holiday but it won't be long.What do the underlined words "let their hair down" mean in this reading?
| A．放下头发 | B．烫发 | C．放松 | D．理发 |
Which of the following is true?
| A．The winter break in the UK is not long. |
| B．The winter break in the UK is a time for sleep. |
| C．Students work hard in the winter break. |
| D．Students are preparing for the coming exam. |
The passage is mainly about _______.
| A．the differences between the winter break in China and the UK |
| B．what the students in the UK usually do in the winter break |
| C．why some students like the winter break |
| D．how to celebrate the winter break |
Mary was a four-year-old girl. She was interested in drawing very much. Mary showed her drawings to everyone. She especially wanted to impress her father, but her dad always seemed to be too busy.
One day, Mary wanted to learn to draw houses. She used many hours to draw a really beautiful house with a big garden. Herself, Mom and Dad were looking out of the house. On the lawn was the little dog, she wanted to have it so much.
“Look, mom!”
“Oh, Mary, this is so beautiful! Your best ever!”
Mary was very happy and said, “I’ll show this to Dad now!”
She ran to the door of the room where her dad worked.
“Dad!” Mary knocked on the door. “I want you to see the house I made!”
“I’m sorry, Mary, I am busy. Can’t you show it to someone else?” her dad answered in the room. Mary looked down at her drawing and her tears came down.
“I don’t want to show it to anyone else. I want to show it to my dad. You’re the only dad I have!”
Mary’s mom felt so heavy in her heart and she got ready for a hug. But before she took another step, the door opened and Mary’s dad appeared.
“I’m sorry Mary. I was foolish! Come here and we’ll look at your drawing!”
Daughter and the only dad she had walked into the room to enjoy the child’s beautiful work of art. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
| A．Mary liked drawing very much. |
| B．Mary’s mother saw Mary’s drawing. |
| C．Mary’s brother often played with her in the garden. |
| D．Mary wanted her father to see her drawing very much. |
The underlined word “lawn” may be ______ in Chinese.
| A．海滩 | B．草坪 | C．森林 | D．广场 |
We can learn from the passage that _______.
| A．In fact, Mary really drew very well. |
| B．Mary’s mother could draw well too. |
| C．Mary loved her father deeply. |
| D．Mary’s father was repairing a bike at that time. |
What did Mary draw on her drawing?
| A．A beautiful house with a big garden. |
| B．Her parents and herself. |
| C．A little dog that she dreamed to own. |
| D．All above. |
What’s the best title of this passage?
| A．You’re My Only Dad. | B．My Drawing was the Best. |
| C．Buy a Lovely Dog for Me. | D．Parents Love Me. |