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一、浙江省201 9年初中毕业学业考试 (湖州市)
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A myth is something that is not correct, but many people believe. There are a lot ofmyths about the human brain.
One of the biggest myths is that we only use 10 percent of our brains. The next part ofthe myth is that if we can learn to use the rest of our brains, then we'll be much smarter.People say this all the time, but it's absolutely not true! The truth is that although we don'tknow everything about the human brain, we know that each part of it has an important function (功能) . Modern scientists think the \percent myth\荒谬的) .
The other most popular myth is about being \brained\or \brained\to this myth, people who use the right side of their brains are more artistic andcreative. People who use the left side of their brains are better at math and science. This is aspopular as the 10 percent myth, and it's also wrong. In 2013, a study at an A7rrericanuniversity examined the right brain and left brain myth. According to the study, we use both sides of our brains equally (相等地). \ It's true that we use different parts of our brains for different things. We use our leftside for language more, and our right side when we need to pay attention. But there is no evidence (证据) that creative people use the right side more or that scientific people use the left side more.
We've talked about myths, so let's look at a few interesting facts about the brain. Firstof all, the brain feels no pain. Second, about75 percent of the brain is made of water. It'salso the fattest organ in your body. Here's another interesting fact about the brain. Aroundthe time you turn 18 years old, it stops growing. 38. The underlined word \This\
A. the left brain myth B. the right brain and left brain myth C. the use of human brains university
D. the study of an American
39. According to the facts mentioned in the passage, _________ may use the left brain more.
A. Robert, who is learning English C. Jenny, who is designing clothes
B. Kate, who is drawing pictures D. Jacob, who is doing research
40. Which of the following is TRUE about the human brain? A. It is growing all life long. by artists.
C. Some parts of it are not used at all. made of water.
41. The passage mainly tells about _________________. A. the growing of the brain brain
C. right brain and left brain
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Populations of white-tailed deer (白尾鹿) are growing rapidly in many parts of the United States. As populations grow, food becomes a problem. Many deer die of hunger.Others grow up small and unhealthy. In search of food. hungry deer move closer to wherehumans live. They eat farm crops, vegetables and even trees. Besides, increased numbers ofdeer near roads can cause traffic accidents.
People admire the grace and fast speed of deer. Most people don't want these animals tobe hungry and ill. Should people take action to control the growing deer populations?
Should People Take Direct Action?
Many people think that hunting (打猎) is the best way to control the animal populations. Wildlife managers will see if there's enough food in an area and decide its carrying capacity (容量). Then hunters with licenses are sent to help control the number of deer. Hunting is usually not allowed in cities or suburbs, however. Some people have the idea to catch the deer and move them to other places. But thismethod is expensive and requires finding another place that can accept the deer withoutbreaking the balance of ecosystem.
B. The right side is used more
D. Three quarters of it is
B. different functions of the
D. myths and facts about the brain
Scientists are also working to develop chemicals to control the birth rate in deerpopulations. But this plan works for only one year at a time.
Should People Take Indirect Action?
Some suggest bringing in natural enemies of deer, such as wolves, lions and bears, toareas with too many deer. But these animals could also hurt dogs, cats, and even humans. Other communities have built tall fences (篱笆) around areas to keep out the deer. However, this is impossible for farmers.
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Some people are against any kind of action. They support leaving the deer alone.Animal populations in an area naturally go up and down over time. Doing nothing means thatsome deer will die of hunger or illness. But finally, the population will reach a size withinthe carrying capacity of the environment. So, let nature go its own way.
42. According to the passage, increased numbers of deer can bring _______ to people in the area.
A. water pollution
B. traffic accidents
D. growing populations
C. serious illnesses
43. Which of the following is the best to fill in the \in the passage?
A. Should People Do Nothing? B. Should People Protect the Deer? C. Should People Take Special Action? D. Should People Drive the Deer Away?
44. The writer most probably agrees that ________________.
A. farmers can build fences to keep the deer out B. people should leave the deer alone in the wild
C. hunting is the best way to control the deer populations
D. it's great to catch the deer and move them to other places 45. The writer organizes this passage by ________________.
A. telling stories C. giving opinions
B. using numbers D. describing scenes
二、浙江省衢州市2019年中考英语试卷
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The world has a plastics problem. And not just with bottles. Straws (吸管), toothbrushes, toys—all kinds of plastics are placed in landfills. There are 5 billion tons of plastic waste in the world. Landfills have a large part of it. By 2050, they could have 13 billion tons.
Much of plastic rubbish finds its way into the ocean. Scientists say 165 million tons of plastic pieces are floating around out there. And most plastic won't disappear itself. It will remain in the ocean forever. Whales get caught in plastic fishing nets. Birds die because of eating plastic straws and bottle caps. It endangers ocean life. Plastic rubbish even ends up in the food we eat.
Governments are realizing that recycling may not be enough. They are taking more actions. Though it is hard work, it is still a solvable problem. In Britain, people are not allowed to use plastic bags except in hospitals. Scotland and several coastal cities in the US stop people from using plastic straws as well. The US alone throws away some 500 million plastic straws a day. That's enough to circle the Earth twice. \no to a plastic straw is an easy way to make a big difference,\Diana Lofflin who started www.strawfree.org said. \children a world harmed by plastic?\
People have found some tasty ways to reduce waste. A company in India made the first-ever spoon that people can eat. You don't have to eat the spoon. You can throw it away. It decomposes (分解) in just a few days. David Edwards, a scientist at Harvard University, designed an eatable bag which can protect the food or drink inside. It is a delicious replacement for plastic ones.
（1）According to the writer, birds die because they ________. A. eat bottle caps and straws B. get caught in fishing nets C. feed on ocean animals D. have the spoons in India
（2）The underlined word \A. brings B. loses C. harms D. saves
（3）The purpose of the passage is mainly to ________. A. introduce some ways to recycle waste B. tell readers about the problem with plastics C. compare air pollution and plastic pollution D. describe how the US is reducing plastic waste
（4）From the passage, we can tell that the plastics problem ________. A. is too big for people to solve B. can be solved by recycling alone C. can be solved, but it won't be easy D. will have to be solved by future scientists
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Texting while driving is against the law in 47 states. But what about texting while walking? A 2018 study reported that more than 2, 500 people in the US ended up in hospitals resulting from using a mobile device (设备) while walking. Hawaii passed a law making it illegal (违法的) to text or look down at a mobile device while crossing the street, it is the first state with a law like this. Do people think more places should accept such a law? The LA Times did a survey. Here
浙江省2019年中考英语试卷汇编阅读理解CD篇
