“Pictogram” is a compound word made from “picture” and “telegram”. Pictograms are usually simple 【1】 , and they are often made with letters and words. A pictogram is a symbol which represents an idea 【2】 an object through an image(圖像). Also, it is a kind of communication system which must be learned but is very useful in our lives. The used must learn to see, 【3】 and remember the different pictogram symbols. There are 1.400 different symbols【4】 the present time. A Canadian named Subhas Maharaj came up with the idea for pictograms in the beginning of the 1980s. at first, pictograms were introduced to help people 【5】 had disabilities in speaking ,reading, or writing. Pictograms are images of objects that are【6】 to see and create. Today, pictograms are used In many different ways. For example, there are traffic ,recycling and 【7】 signs, even animal symbols and so on.

Pictograms are 【8】 in white against a black background.

The combination of white against a black background creates extremely contrast(對比), and this makes pictograms friendlier to users. A good example of a pictogram is the public 【9】 symbols for “Men” and “Women”, just like the one on the left. Pictograms are a useful method of communication, and people can have fun as they 【10】 each pictogram.

【題目】根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容, 選擇正確答案。
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Have you ever heard someone use the phrase "once in a blue moon"? People use this expression to describe something that they do not do very often. For example, someone might say that he tries to avoid eating sweets because they are unhealthy, but will eat chocolate "once in a blue moon". Or someone who does not usually like to go to the beach might say "I visit the shore（海濱）once in a blue moon." While many people use this phrase, not everyone knows the meaning behind it.
The first thing to know is that the moon itself is never really blue. This is just an expression. In fact, the phrase "blue moon" has something to do with the shape of the moon, not the color.
As the moon travels around the earth, it appears to change shape. We associate (聯(lián)系) certain names with certain shapes of the moon. For example, when we can see a small part of the moon, it is called a crescent moon (新月). A crescent is a shape that looks like the tip of a fingernail（指甲）. When we cannot see the moon at all, it is called a new moon. When we can see the whole moon, it is called a full moon. Usually, there is only one full moon every month. Sometimes, however, there will be two full moons in one month. When this happens, the second full moon is called a "blue moon".
Over the next 20 years, there will only be 15 blue moons. As you can see, a blue moon is a very rare event（稀罕事件）. This fact has led people to use the expression "once in a blue moon" to describe other very rare events in their lives.
（1）Which of the following would be a good example of using the phrase "once in a blue moon"?
A.Simon often tells jokes. Simon tells joke once in a blue moon.
B.Tom rarely remembers to do exercise. Tom does exercise once in a blue moon.
C.Mary likes to go shopping every weekend. Mary goes shopping once in a blue moon.
D.Cindy hates to stay up, but she stays up every day. Cindy stays up once in a blue moon.
（2）When does a blue moon happen in nature?
A.When the moon has a blue color.
B.When we cannot see the moon at all.
C.When there are two full moons in one month.
D.When we can only see a small part of the moon.
（3）Which of the following is another example of something that has a crescent shape?
A.The letter "O".
B.The letter "M".
C.The letter "H".
D.The letter "C".
（4）How often will a blue moon happen over the next twenty years?
A.Once a year.
B.Less than once a year.
C.More than once a year.
D.At least twice a year.
（5）What does the underlined part "This fact" in the last paragraph refer to?
A.A blue moon is a very rare event.
B.The moon appears to change shape.
C.The moon itself is never really blue.
D.A blue moon has something to do with the shape of the moon.

If you do badly in one exam. Take it easy. You can work harder and turn to your classmates.

If you feel lonely in a strange place. Don’t worry! You should make more friends or turn to your teachers. It’s normal to feel unhappy when something bad happens to you. You should talk to others or take part in activities. You may feel sad when you lose one of your friends. Going to the movies and playing sports may make you feel better. Also, if you are ill, you may worry about it. Don’t be afraid. Follow the doctor’s advice and have a good rest.

任務(wù)型閱讀: 根據(jù)文章內(nèi)容完成表格

Yao was born in a music family in September 1981 in Wuhan. She started to learn music at the age of 4, and she sang her first song on the stage when she was 9. Yao did quite well in singing, so she took part in the 13th Youth Singing Competition and won the first prize.

She became well-known to the public after making some songs for the hit TV drama “The Legend of Zhenhuan”（甄嬛傳）, and the mandarin version (中文版本) of “Let It Go” from Disney’s “Frozen”（冰雪奇緣）.

In July 2013, she competed in The Voice of China II and finally got the second place in Na Ying’s team. She had won many music prizes.

Yao Beina was unlucky to be diagnosed（診斷）with breast cancer (乳腺癌). She had a successful operation（手術(shù)） in 2011. She has fought against the illness for about four years while keeping singing, but sadly she failed. Although she’s gone, her fans will remember her beautiful voice and kindness for ever.

【1】How old was Yao Beina when she started to learn music?

A. Four. B. Nine. C. Thirteen.

【2】Yao was born in a ________ family in September 1981 in Wuhan.

A. doctor B. farmer C. music

【3】Yao was diagnosed（診斷）with___________.

A. stomach cancer

B. breast cancer

C. nose cancer

【4】Which is TRUE about Yao Beina according to the passage?

A. She donated/span> her corneas to help two men.

B. She had a great voice and won a few music prizes.

C. She won over the breast cancer in the end.

【5】What’s the passage mainly about?

A. Yao Beina’s family.

B. Yao Beina’s illness.

C. Yao Beina’s art achievements.

“You are right. ” father said, “There are two men in it. They are talking. ” Then he shouted, “Who’s there?” But no one answered. Father opened the door quickly and turned on the light. The room was empty. Then father found something and laughed. “The TV is still on. I forgot to turn it off this morning!” father said.

根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，判斷正(A)誤(B)。

【1】 The Greens got home very early.

【2】 On the way to their bedroom, mother heard someone in the bedroom.

【3】They all stood quietly in the bedroom.

【4】 There were really two men talking in the room.

【5】 Father opened the door slowly and turned on the light.

【1】The material above has something to do with ____.

A. phone books B. a website

C. Oxford University D. newspapers

【2】How many requirements (條件) are needed for getting the job?

A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 5

【3】This advertisement is probably given by ____.

A. a bicycle company B. newspaper owners

C. Oxford Distribution D. the local government

【4】If we do the job, ____.

A. we can win free bicycles

B. we can design paper rounds

C. we will pay extra money

D. we will wear free uniforms

【5】How can we get more information?

A. By sending an email.

B. By going around all areas.

C. By calling 01852 476666.

D. By asking a 13-year-old child.

【1】If you don’t________ a flash, then it may be OK.

【2】When it began to rain, Ben was helping his mom ________dinner.

【3】It could be Mei’s hair band. Or it might_________ Linda. They both have long hair.

【4】The British teacher is very_________. He always tell us interesting jokes.

【5】If you are always _________from class, you will fail the examination.

【1】My tells me the time every day.

【2】I’d like some after dinner.

【3】— What are these?

— They are .

【4】— What’s your favorite subject?

— My favorite subject is .

【5】The little boy was born on 8th, 2008.

【6】 — Where is the baseball?

— It is .

【7】We have an on November 3rd.

【8】— playing soccer?

— Sounds good.

從方框中選擇最佳選項(xiàng)完成對話，有兩項(xiàng)多余。

A: Hi, Li Ming. What are you doing?

B:【1】

A: Where are you going?

B:【2】

A:【3】

B: For about one week. Look at my plan. We will arrive in Ottawa on Monday.

A: Will you go there by plane?

B: Yes.【4】

A:【5】

B: The Niagara Falls and the Rocky Mountains.