《2025年5年中考3年模拟中考英语》

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题源 2024 山东烟台 话题 动手实践 体裁 记叙文 难度 ★★★★ 建议用时 9min 正确率 _/10
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Mooncakes are one of the most popular foods during the Mid - Autumn Festival.
But let’s be honest: not many of us really like to eat them, mainly 1.________ they are made in factories and often several months old by the time they 2.________ (buy).
Now here’s the thing: homemade mooncakes. They’re amazing, whether you’re eating them 3.________ (you) or giving them to your friends as gifts. Yes, they require a lot of effort, but they’re worth it.
4.________ (produce) mooncakes, you’ll need a mold(模具). Molds are available in different sizes and depths. I usually use a traditional large 5.________ (wood) mold. But a plastic mold in a similar size will do just fine.
Before cooking, I prepare several kinds of ingredients(原料) and make them into balls separately. The key to 6.________ (make) proper mooncakes is to gather each ball in layers (层). In my way, the middle ball is made of nut(坚果) pieces. The 7.________ (two) layer is made of mashed red bean mixed with sugar, which is lastly covered with a layer of pastry(油酥面团). It is then pressed into a mold and carefully taken out into the oven.
It’s important to follow the cooking 8.________ (instruction) carefully. To prevent breaking up, I first cook mooncakes 9.________ a high temperature to set the pattern and shape. Then, I lower the temperature and remove them 10.________ (regular) to brush the surface with egg wash.
Just look at my mooncakes! Not bad, right?

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题源 2024 湖南长沙 话题 文化习俗 体裁 说明文 难度 ★★★★ 建议用时 9min 正确率 _/10
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Chinese New Year is a great celebration. It 1.________ (mark) the end of the winter season and the beginning of spring. According to tradition, people like to give flowers and fruits 2.________ each other during Chinese New Year, because they carry many special 3.________ (meaning). They represent (象征) the earth coming back to life and best wishes for new beginnings.
Orchids (兰花) come in many colors, but many people like purple and red ones for Chinese New Year. They are believed 4.________ (represent) love and beauty. Orchids say, “Wish you to be 5.________ (luck), successful and happy.” During the holiday period, this plant is a must.
Peonies (牡丹) are like soft clouds in pink, red and white. They are beautiful and can brighten up someone’s day. Red peonies 6.________ (give) to people to show love and care. Peonies say, “You are special to me.” They are also a symbol of wealth and 7.________ (rich).
Kumquats (金橘), with 8.________ (they) golden color, are a symbol of wealth and luck. The Chinese word for “kumquat” sounds like “gold orange”, which connects kumquats with richness. This small fruit tree is often presented in pairs.
The apple, with its bright colors 9.________ round shape, represents peace and harmony (和谐). In fact, the word for “apple” in Chinese sounds like “peace”. 10.________ (certain), apples make great gifts.

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