江苏省泰州市泰兴市2022-2023学年九年级上学期期中考试英语试题

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2022~2023学年度第一学期期中考试
九年级英语试题
（考试时间：120分钟：满分150分）
第一部分 选择题（共95分）
一、听力部分（共20小题；每小题1分，计20分）
A. 听对话回答问题下面你将听到10段小对话，请根据所听内容选择最佳答案。每段对话读两遍。
1. What is the boy doing?
A. B. C.
2. Which sign are they talking about?
A. B. C.
3. What's Uncle Tom's job?
A. B. C.
4. Which is Daniel's favourite TV programme?
A. B. C.
5. How is the boy's chemistry?
A. He is poor in it. B. He is good at it. C. He can do better.
6. What's the relationship of the speakers?
A. Classmates. B. The teacher and the student. C. The teacher and the parent.
7. When will the train leave?
A. At 7:20 B. At 7:10 C. At 7:30
8. What does the man mean?
A. He won't wait at all. B. He will wait. C. He is not sure.
9. How much should David pay if he buys 2 tickets?
A. 8 dollars. B. 15 dollars. C. 16 dollars.
10. Why was Frank late for school this morning?
A. He got up too late.
B. He stayed up too late.
C. He spent much time repairing the clock.
B. 听对话和短文回答问题
听一段对话，回答第11-12小题。
11. What will the girl probably do at 5: 00?
A. Have her piano lesson. B. Have her dancing lesson. C. Make her way to the cinema.
12. Where will they meet?
A. At ABC Cinema. B. At Olympic Cinema. C. At Forest Cinema.
听第一篇短文，回答第13-15小题。请根据对话内容，选择正确答案，完成信息记录表。
Information about a 13 concert
Name of band
Backstreet Boys
Telephone number
14
Price of the tickets
500 yuan for an adult and 300 yuan for a kid
Rules
Don't 15 or take your pets into the hall.
13. A. country music B. folk music C. pop
14. A. 6567-8681 B. 6264-0309 C. 6879-0818
15. A. talk B. smoke C. shout
听第二篇短文，回答第16-20小题。
16. What did the boy want for his birthday?
A. Table tennis rackets. B. A computer game about sport. C. A table tennis DVD.
17. What does the boy say about Simon Smith?
A. He never seems to fall ill. B. He never loses a match. C. He never seems to get tired.
18. How many international competitions has Simon Smith won?
A. Sixty. B. Six. C. Sixteen.
19. Who does the boy play table tennis for?
A. His class team. B. His school team. C. The table tennis club in the city.
20. What did the boy's parents do for his birthday?
A. They gave him a special DVD.
B. They took him to watch a table tennis match.
C. They invited Simon Smith to his party.
二、单项选择（共20小题；每小题1分，计20分）
21. When Spud was ________ university student, he dreamed of becoming ________ NBA player.
A. an; a B. a; an C. an; an D. the; an
22. — We middle school students must study hard to get into an ideal high school.
— Exactly! Dreams are achieved ________ hard work.
A. With B. across C. along D. through
23. Some wild animals that were once ________ are now becoming rare.
A. ancient B. common C. lasting D. dangerous
24. It's hard to imagine that Messi was ________ with the Golden Ball Award for the seventh time.
A. proved B. promised C. praised D. presented
25. — Remember what the doctor said? You ________ take more than two spoons of medicine at a time.
— I know that, Mum. Three is harmful.
A. mustn't B. needn't C. wouldn't D. couldn't
26. — Where are you going, Nike?
— I am going abroad on business. If I am wanted on the telephone, ask him to leave a ________.
A. message B. letter C. diary D. news
27. — It's said that the two cases are ________ connected. Maybe they have the same suspect.
— I can't agree more. But we still need more clues to prove it.
A. heavily B. sadly C. hardly D. probably
28. The 20th National Congress of the CPC (中共二十大) draws wide attention from both China and abroad, ________ it plays an important role in China's development.
A. if B. though C. as D. when
29. — Look! This kind of medicine could help me remember everything in class.
— ________. Only hard work brings you what you wish for.
A. Sounds great B. Good idea C. With pleasure D. In your dreams
30. — Hi, Simon. You look so excited. What happened?
— We won the football match, and the result ________ to be better than expected.
A. turned out B. found out C. worked out D. put out
31. — Shall we go to the park and practice running this weekend?
— Good idea! Unless it ________.
A. doesn't rain B. rains C. will rain D. won't rain
32. — I am not going shopping tomorrow afternoon.
— ________. I have to help my Mum do some cleaning.
A. So am I B. Neither am I C. Neither I am D. So I am
33. It was Hepburn's ________ performance. Her successful career ________ about 40 years.
A. last; last B. lasted; lasted C. last; lasted for D. lasted; last for
34. — I think Paul is ________ a careful person that he seldom makes mistakes.
— But this time he did. He was ________ nervous that he made a tiny mistake.
A. so; such B. so; so C. such; such D. such; so
35. — Have you considered ________ English in an English-speaking country?
— Not yet. I'm not encouraged ________ abroad because of COVID-19.
A. learning; to go B. learning; going C. to learn; to go D. to learn; going
36. — I seem to get lost. Could you tell me ________?
— Sure, it will take you about 15 minutes to walk there.
A. Where the nearest hospital is B. How long it will take me to the airport
C. How far my trip to the Olympic Village is D. How I can get to the National Museum
37. Which of the following may be a newspaper headline?
A. Here are some Xi'an travel tips. B. A cat show was held in Shanghai.
C. Driver killed, eight hurt in bus crash. D. A new artist swept American Music Awards.
38. — Are you going to take part in the English speech competition?
— ________ Its too good a chance to miss.
A. No problem. B. That's for sure. C. Why me? D. What a pity!
39. Read the note on the right. What does it mean?
Hi, Sarah,
Your book arrived in the post this morning. Today Steve will be in. Call him to let him know if you're going to collect it.
Linda
A. Linda wants Sarah to tell Steve if she will collect the book.
B. Linda wants Steve to post the book to Sarah.
C. Linda wants Steve to call Sarah to collect the book.
D. Linda wants Sarah to arrive in the post today.
40. Which of the following sentences has a defining relative clause?
A. Don't watch the programme if you get scared easily.
B. I don't know who is playing the piano next door.
C. Lucy is such a lovely girl that everyone in her class loves her.
D. A man who had blood on his shirt was the murderer.
三、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，计15分）
Gan Yu is a hydropower (水电站) worker. He was 41 alive on Wednesday after an earthquake.
On September 21st, Ni Taigao returned to the village to feed his sheep and saw rescue (救援) workers who were looking for Gan pass his house. As he knew the 42 well, he decided to live in a relative's home in the village to help look for Gan during the daytime.
At 7 a.m. on Wednesday, he took some food for eating and set out 43 the relative's home. After walking for more than two hours, Ni heard 44 shouting for help on a mountain slope (斜坡) and found Gan lying in the forests. Gan's clothes were broken. He had some 45 on his legs and couldn't move. Ni called the local government 46 and took out a bottle of water for Gan to drink it slowly. Gan said he was 47 to meet Ni Taigao when he saw him. He also said he survived by eating 48 fruits and drinking water.
Gan was on duty with his co-worker Luo Yong on September 5 49 the earthquake hit, and they stayed behind to give first aid to wounded partners and prevent flooding by releasing (释放) water from the dam (水坝). They tried to 50 the power station. They walked for around 20 kilometres for help, 51 Gan who has bad eyesight lost his glasses during the earthquake and couldn't walk in the mountain.
Luo helped Gan make a bed of bamboo leaves and 52 some wild fruits and bamboo shoots for him to eat before separating. Finally, Luo was 53 after eight days. He tried to 54 Gan but failed. After hearing the 55 that Gan was safe, Luo was happy. He said he wanted to see Gan.
Gan's experience set a good example for us. We should have perseverance (毅力) like him. At the same time, we should believe that when disasters happen, the government will come to save us.
41. A. found B. remembered C. doubted D. wished
42. A. river B. building C. school D. mountain
43. A. for B. to C. from D. with
44. A. somebody B. nobody C. everybody D. anybody
45. A. tools B. wounds C. marks D. signs
46. A. recently B. suddenly C. quietly D. quickly
47. A. brave B. lucky C. awful D. sorry
48. A. sweet B. fresh C. wild D. healthy
49. A. since B. until C. unless D. when
50. A. protect B. build C. leave D. imagine
51. A. and B. but C. so D. or
52. A. collected B. received C. accepted D. bought
53. A. thanked B. saved C. changed D. supported
54. A. share B. discuss C. confirm D. contact
55. A. news B. plan C. idea D. method
四、阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，计40分）
A
A story has spread among people on the video.
James Anthony has cleaned the halls of Hickerson Primary School for 15 years. Although he is deaf, he never complains. Instead, he greets every child and teacher with a smile. Teachers and children love him very much and call him Mr. James.
On the day Anthony turned 60, the school wanted to give him a very special surprise. That day when Anthony walked into a classroom, a group of children started to sign and sing "Happy Birthday" to him. Anthony started smiling as usual. Then his mouth opened wide and he laughed for joy as he realized what was going on. A few teachers led the kids through the whole song as Anthony watched. A wide smile was on his face. As they finished, tears came out from his eyes.
Scott, secretary of the school said, "The children love and respect Mr. James. They give him high fives in the halls, and he even teaches them sign language. Today he has put smiles on faces all around the world."
56. James Anthony is a ________ cleaner at Hickerson Primary School.
A. blind B. foolish C. generous D. deaf
57. When did James Anthony get a special surprise?
A. On his fifteenth birthday. B. On his fiftieth birthday.
C. On his sixtieth birthday. D. On his sixteenth birthday.
58. Why did James Anthony begin to cry when the kids and teachers finished singing the song?
A. Because he lost his job. B. Because he was deeply moved.
C. Because the kids didn't like him. D. Because he couldn't hear the kids.
59. According to the passage, what does "give him high fives" mean in Chinese?
A. 高度赞扬 B. 伸出援手 C. 击掌庆贺 D. 欢呼跳跃
60. What may be the best title for the passage?
A. A Famous Teacher B. Lovely Kids
C. A Special Birthday Gift D. An American School
B
The traditional Chinese solar calendar divides the year into 24 solar terms. Cold Dew (寒露) is the 17th solar term of the year. Here are some things you should know about Cold Dew.
Season for eating pomegranates (石榴)
Pomegranates are fruit enjoyed during Cold Dew. They have been treasured for their beauty, taste and health benefits for centuries.
Season for drinking chrysanthemum wine (菊花酒)
Chrysanthemum is the symbol flower of Cold Dew. To prevent autumn dryness, many areas in China have the custom of drinking chrysanthemum wine. This is a tradition of the Double Ninth Festival.
It often falls around Cold Dew. According to ancient records, drinking wine made with chrysanthemums makes people always remain fresh.
Season for fishing
People always say that fishing in shallow (浅的) water in autumn makes sense.
That's because during the Cold Dew period, temperatures drop quickly and sunshine doesn't reach deep water completely. Fish swim to shallow water areas where the water temperature is higher.
A great time for hiking
During Cold Dew, North China takes on a look of late autumn with white clouds, red leaves and beautiful cornels (茱萸). On the Double Ninth Festival, people often climb hills with cornels. The purpose of this custom is to drive away evils (罪恶), and dated from the Eastern Han Dynasty.
Season for making kippers (熏鱼)
People of the Dong ethnic group in western Hunan province have the custom of making kippers during Cold Dew. It is said that kippers made on the day of Cold Dew with other foods, such as rice wine, salt and glutinous rice (米酒), are especially delicious.
61. How many things do you know about Cold Dew in the passage?
A. Three B. Four C. Five D. Six
62. Cold Dew is the best time to have ________.
A. pomegranates and fish B. pomegranates and chrysanthemum wine
C. chrysanthemum wine and cornels D. pomegranates and cornels
63. Why do Chinese people drink chrysanthemum wine during Cold Dew?
A. Because it is the symbol of Cold Dew.
B. Because it is especially delicious.
C. Because it can drive away evils.
D. Because it can prevent autumn dryness and make people remain fresh.
64. Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE in the passage?
A. People enjoy pomegranates because of their taste and health benefits.
B. Fish swim to shallow water areas where the water temperature is higher during Cold Dew.
C. On the Double Ninth Festival, people often climb hills with cornels to drive away evils.
D. People of the Han ethnic group in Hunan province have the custom of making kippers during Cold Dew.
65. This passage is probably from ________.
A. a fashion magazine B. a fiction novel C. a nature magazine D. a school notice
C
A new film hit Chinese screens on Sept. 30, the eve of China's seven-day National Day holiday. The film, Home Coming《万里归途》, is mainly about evacuation (撤退) of Chinese people from a war in an African country. It tells how two Chinese diplomats (外交官) lead 125 Chinese people to return to China. It is based on a real evacuation event in Libya in 2011, when the Chinese embassy (大使馆) evacuated more than 30,000 Chinese people over 12 days.
Home Coming is directed by Rao Xiaozhi. The main characters include the experienced actor, Zhang Yi, and the young actor, Wang Junkai. Rao said he and the team looked through many reports and documents about the evacuation to create the story, which has both exciting and touching moments. Home Coming is an excellent work. It shows how Chinese diplomats work in hard environments. They need to face many dangers and challenges to protect oversea Chinese people.
"The real diplomats are also common people. They are fathers, husbands, and sons, but they need to get to the frontline as their duty. Their bravery deeply moved me," Rao said at the premiere (首映) of his new film in Beijing on Monday.
Rao described how he and his team traveled all over China to find proper film locations, including Qingdao, Beijing, and Yinchuan since they were unable to leave the country. The actors and team also had to put themselves in the real desert environment near Yinchuan to experience a similar environment as if they were in Africa.
Home Coming is also filmed for IMAX, which help people improve watching experience. Many people praise the film and more people want to watch it.
66. When did the film begin to show at the cinema?
A. On National Day. B. After National Day.
C. During National Day holiday. D. On the eve of National Day.
67. What does the film Home Coming show?
A. Chinese diplomats' work. B. The life of oversea Chinese.
C. The study of oversea Chinese. D. The war of African countries.
68. What didn't Rao and his team do according to the passage?
A. They looked through the reports and documents.
B. They created the story.
C. They travelled all over China.
D. They faced many dangers and challenges.
69. The director Rao Xiaozhi was moved by ________.
A. the experienced actor, Zhang Yi B. Chinese diplomats'bravery
C. the young actor, Wang Junkai D. the common workers of the film
70. What can we learn from the passage?
A. Some people think that the film isn't real at all.
B. The film must be the top this year around the world.
C. The success of the film comes from the hard work.
D. The story of the film is totally written by a foreigner.
D
The Shenzhou XIV spaceship was sent up from Jiuquan Gansu province on June 5,2022 in the morning and docked (对接) successfully with Tianhe core module (核心舱) of the Tiangong space station about seven hours later. It marks the beginning of China's third crewed mission (载人任务) to its space station.
During their six-month stay in Tianhe, the three spacemen Chen Dong, Liu Yang and Cai Xuzhe will help dock, set up and test two lab modules, Wentian and Mengtian, that are due (按期) to be sent up in July and October.
Another three spacemen are due to be sent to the space station at the end of the task to work and live with the team for 5 to 10 days, which will be the first crew rotation (机组轮换人员) in space and bring the number of spacemen in space to a record six members at the same time.
The Tiangong space station is planned to be fully crewed by the end of next year and work for about 15 years from then on. The large scientific research projects are planned not only to fully understand the space but also help to work for development on Earth.
Although China is a late comer to space, it has proved to be not only a learner but also a brave explorer (探险者) in space. China has made the unusual achievements in space exploration. It will certainly attract more young people to devote themselves to the meaningful thing.
71. According to the passage, Shenzhou XIV spaceship ________.
A. made a one-week flight in space station
B. carried four spacemen including Chen Dong
C. was sent up from Jiuquan on July, 5
D. was successfully docked with Tianhe core module
72. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the passage?
A. The three spacemen will stay in Tianhe for six months.
B. China's first crew rotation in space has been completed.
C. Wentian and Mengtian are due to be sent up in July and October.
D. Tiangong space station is planned to be fully crewed by the end of next year.
73. Which of the following is the right order according to the passage?
a. The Shenzhou ⅩⅣ is docked successfully with Tianhe core module.
b. The Tiangong space station is fully crewed.
c. The three spacemen help dock, set up and test two lab modules.
d. Another three astronauts are sent to the space station.
A. a-b-c-d B. a-c-d-b C. c-d-a-b D. c-a-d-b
74. What can we infer (推断) from the last paragraph?
A. China is the first comer to space exploration.
B. China has made few achievements in space exploration.
C. Chinese people should devote themselves to exploring space.
D. China's space exploration is developing rapidly and has a bright future.
75. The structure of this passage may be ________.
(①=Para.1 ②=Para. 2 ③=Para.3 ④=Para.4 ⑤=Para.5)
A. B. C. D.
第二部分 非选择题（共55分）
五、任务型阅读 阅读下列短文，根据短文中的信息完成文后表格。（每空一词）（共10小题；每小题1.5分，计15分）
To communicate with others well, we'd better build a better vocabulary. In our personal life, we communicate and share experiences with others. However, how to do it well depends on our ability to express ourselves through spoken and written language. Luckily, increasing our word power can make our ability better and can also help us in our study.
When you see a new word, just be ready to take out your dictionary and look it up-learn about the word and anything that relates (与……相关) to it. If you understand the word, you'll hopefully remember it well.
Meanwhile, you'd better write down words to learn. You can look through the dictionary, magazine and newspaper, write down the words that you don't know. Try to go over them every day-look at the words and speak them out loudly. Copy the words over and over again, along with their meanings, and you will surprisingly remember them in no time.
You can also do word games, such as word searches, crossword puzzles and so on. Playing these games, you may come across new words, and when you don't know the words, study them. The more words you have in your brain's word bank, the better you will become at these word games. You will be remembering, learning and having fun, too.
Finally, reading is also an excellent way to learn new words and build up your vocabulary. Read things you are interested in, but don't skip over (忽略) those words you don't know. Instead, you should remember and use them in your own daily conversations. Use them more, and you'll surely have a better chance of remembering them.
Topic: Increasing Your Vocabulary
Advantages of building a better vocabulary
★ 76 our ability to communicate with others.
★ Be 77 to our study.
78 on remembering new words
1. Remember every new word well by 79 it.
★Learn about the word and anything relates to it by looking it up in your dictionary.
2. Make a list of new words to learn.
★Write down the unknown words 80 reading the dictionary, magazine and newspaper.
★Go over the words every day by looking at and speaking them out 81 .
★Copy the words over and over again.
3. Do word 82 .
★It is 83 for you to come across new words when playing these games. Study them with fun.
4. Learn words through reading.
★Read things you show 84 in.
★ 85 skipping over new words, but remember and use them more.
六、综合填空根据短文内容，在横线上填上适当单词，使短文完整、通顺。给出单词的空格不限一词，没有给出单词的空格限一词。（共10空；每空1.5分，计15分）
Rural education (乡村教育) has been a big social problem of China recently. Born in a poor family in Hunan province, 34-year-old Hou Changliang knew 86 hard it is for a child inpoor village to get good education. So he chose 87 (volunteer) to teach at Xiangyang primary school in a poor village in Yunnan province from 2017.

There were just three teachers for about 100 students across four classes in Xiangyang primary school. The government wanted to close the school 88 (simple) because there are no enough teachers. 89 (shut) down the school meant that the students would have to go to another school far from their homes. Hou's arrival helped keep the school open.
It is the 90 (three) village school that Hou has taught at since he graduated. Before Xiangyang primary school, he had taught in Hechi, Guangxi for four years, and in Bijie, Guizhou province for two years. As a volunteer teacher, he receives 91 monthly salary (薪水) of about 800 yuan. This has remained unchanged for the past 10 years. "Education is one of the most important 92 (industry) in China. The longer I stayed in the countryside, the deeper I understood the challenge in rural education. Rural schools need teachers, especially good ones." Hou said, adding that a good teacher can make a real difference 93 a student's life and can even change the village.
The 94 (late)good news for village teachers is that the government will take action to improve rural education. More teachers 95 (send) to less-developed areas soon, and the government will train more rural teachers and improve their salary.
"There is still a long way to go to improve rural education. But I do believe it will be better and better." Hou said.
七、书面表达（25分）
习近平主席在二十大报告中指出新时代的伟大成就是党和人民一道拼出来、干出来、奋斗出来的。请以“Now I have succeeded”为题，谈谈自己在生活或学习中遇到的困难以及如何通过坚毅的品格和勇敢的行动战胜困难的。内容包括：
1. 你曾经有过生活或学习上的困难吗？
2. 你是如何解决困难并成功的？
3. 你将对未来的自己说什么？
注意：1. 词数120左右；
2. 内容需涵盖所有要点，可适当发挥；
3. 文中不得出现与考生相关的真实校名和姓名等信息。
Now I have succeeded
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参考答案
一、听力部分（共20小题；每小题1分，计20分）
1-5 CBBAB 6-10 BCBBA 11-15 AABCB 16-20 CCBBB
二、单项选择（共20小题；每小题1分，计20分）
21-25 BDBDA 26-30 ADCDA 31-35 BBCDA 36-40 CCBAD
三、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，计15分）
41-45 ADCAB 46-50 DBCDA 51-55 BABDA
四、阅读理解（共2小题；每小题2分，计40分）
56-60 DCBCC 61-65 CBDDC 66-70 DADBC 71-75 DBBDC
五、任务型阅读（共10小题；每小题1.5分，计15分）
76. Improve 77. helpful/useful 78. Advice/Suggestions/Tips 79. understanding
80. when/while 81. loudly 82. games 83. possible 84. interest 85. Avoid
六、综合填空（共10空；每空1.5分，计15分）
86. how 87. to volunteer 88. simply 89. Shutting 90. third
91. a 92. industries 93. to 94. latest 95. will be sent
七、书面表达（计25分）
Now I have succeeded
As a student in Grade Nine, I had a lot of challenges in my life. I was so shy that it was hard for me to make friends with others. I was really worried about my future.
In order to deal with the problem and become successful, I faced my problems bravely. What's more, I asked my parents for advice on how to get on well with others. Now I've succeeded, I have friends who care about me. I feel happier than before.
In my opinion, when challenges come, never give up. Nothing is impossible if we put our efforts into it. I would like to say to my future-self: Believe in yourself, you will succeed.


2022~2023学年度第一学期期中考试
九年级英语听力材料
A. 听对话回答问题 下面你将听到10段小对话，请根据所听内容选择最佳答案。每段对话读两遍。
1. W: You are watching TV again! It's bad for your eyes.
M: Sorry, Mum. I'll do some reading instead.
2. W: Can I park my car here?
M: Sorry, you can't. Look at the sign over there.
3. W: Where is Uncle Tom? I haven't seen him for several days.
M: He has gone to Sun Town to look for clues to a murder.
4. W: Daniel, what type of TV programmes do you like best?
M: News, because I can learn about what's happening in our country and the world.
5. W: How are you getting on with your chemistry, Tommy?
M: Well, my chemistry teacher said I was the best.
6. W: The final exam is coming. You should try your best to learn every subject.
M: Thanks for your advice. I'll listen to you carefully in class.
7. W: Hurry up! It's twenty past seven already!
M: Yes, the train will leave in 10 minutes. We'll have to run all the way.
8. W: Would you like to wait a few more minutes?
M: Yes, I'd love to.
9. W: How much is the film ticket?
M: 8 dollars each. For two, 15 dollars.
10. W: Why were you late for school this morning, Frank?
M: Sorry, Mrs. Green. My clock didn't work, so I got up late.
B. 听对话和短文回答问题
听一段对话，回答第11-12小题。
W: Alan, what do you plan to do this evening?
M: I want to see Monster Hunt at Forest Cinema. Would you like to go with me?
W: I'd love to. When does it start?
M: At 5:30.
W: Oh, my piano lesson ends at 5:20. I'm afraid I can't get there in time.
M: Maybe we can go to ABC Cinema. It's also showing there. It starts at 6:30.
W: That's fine with me. When shall we meet?
M: Let's meet outside the cinema at 6:20.
W: OK, see you then.
听第一篇短文，回答第13-15小题。请根据短文内容，选择正确答案，完成信息记录表。
Hello, everyone! Welcome to Music Time. Here is some information about the folk music concert. A famous band, Backstreet Boys will come to Wuxi soon. They will stay in Wuxi for seven days. The concert will be held in Wuxi Grand Theatre. Tickets are sold in the box office of the theatre hall. If you want to book a ticket, please call 6879-0818. The price is five hundred yuan for an adult and three hundred yuan for a kid. Please remember: You are not allowed to smoke or take your pets into the hall. Hope you can enjoy it. Thank you for listening.
听第二篇短文，回答第16-20小题。
When my parents asked me what I wanted for my birthday, I told them I wanted a DVD of Simon Smith playing table tennis. He is my favourite table tennis player. He is really fast and never seems to get tired. No one can ever guess where he will hit the ball next. He has won six international competitions. I want to be just like him. I play table tennis for my school team and I practise five days a week. However, my parents didn't give me the DVD. Instead, they took me to see Simon Smith play a real table tennis match! We had wonderful seats that were very close to the court. Of course, Smith won the match. It was the best day of my life.