A. She couldn't find her books. B. She heard the author shouting loud.

C. She got the news that her grandma was ill. D. She saw the author's shoes beneath her bed.

9. The author tidied up the room most probably because

A. she was scared by Kate's anger B. she hated herself for being so messy

C. she wanted to show her care D. she was asked by Kate to do so

10 How is Paragraph 1 mainly developed?

A. By analyzing causes. B. By showing differences.

C. By describing a process. D. By following time order.

11 What might be the best title for the story?

A. My Friend Kate B. Hard Work Pays Off

C. How to Be Organized D. Learning to Be Roommates

　　Summer is the most popular season to visit Texas since there is so much to see and to do. While visiting the Lone Star State this summer, don't miss visiting some of these attractions a2nd taking part in some of Texas, best summer vacation activities.

Visit SeaWorld

　　There are sea life shows, adventure camps，thrilling rides and a water park. A great many activities are waiting for you at SeaWorld.

Windsurf (风帆冲浪) at South Padre

　　With miles of shallow (浅的)，calm water in the Lower Laguna Madre and strong winds conning off the Gulf of Mexico, South Padre Island is a windsurfer's dream.

Swim at Barton Springs

　　Barton Springs is in the famous Zilker Park. It was formed when Barton Creek was built. Since its opening, Barton Springs has become one of the most popular swimming pools in the state.

Take part in an outdoor adventure

　　In the scenic Texas Hill Country, Lake Buchanan Adventures offers different kinds of activities, including boating, hiking, camping and more.

Camp and hike in Big Bend Park

Big Bend offers a great number of outdoor activities in an old way. Backpacking, mountain biking, fishing, boating, hiking, nature watching and camping-you name it. If it can be done outdoors, it can be done in Big Bend.

Enjoy saltwater fishing

Saltwater fishing in Texas is as good as anywhere else in the USA. More and more fishermen have been discovering this in recent years and packing their bags and rods (鱼竿）to make good use of Texas' world-class saltwater fishery.

12. The underlined phrase "the Lone Star State" in Paragraph 1 is another name for ________.

A. Texas B. San Antonio

C. South Padre D. Gulf of Mexico

13. When you visit SeaWorld, you can enjoy the following EXCEPT .

A. sea life shows B. adventure camps

C. climbing D. exciting rides

14. Where can you go if you want your windsurfing dream to come true?

A. San Antonio. B. South Padre.

C. Barton Springs. D. Texas Hill Country.