The Fitting-in of Suzy Khan
The first time I saw Suzy Khan, I knew I had to help her. She was really small for her age of 12. The boys in my class often _______ about her and laughed their heads off. She would open a book, pretending to read, with tears dropping on the open page.
All I knew was that she was an orphan (孤儿) from Africa. She had just been adopted by a family in town who _______ that the best way for her to learn American ways of life was to be with American kids. I looked down at this _______ girl and promised myself that somehow I would help her.
But how could I help her _______ in with us? There had to be a _______ .
One day, when I went into the classroom, I saw that Suzy had _______ her geography book to a picture of a train, and in her notebook, she had made a(n) _______ copy.
I was surprised and thought that she could do something in the coming _______ show. So, I took her to see the art teacher, Miss Parker, and showed her what Suzy had _______ . “why, it’s wonderful,” said Miss Parker, who then showed us a poster she had painted ________the talent show. “I need more of these, but I just don’t have enough ________. Could you help me, Suzy?”
On the day of the talent show, Suzy’s ________ were everywhere ---- all over the hall and all over the school, each one different.
“And finally,” said Mr Brown, the schoolmaster, at the end of the show, “we have a (n) ________ award. I’m sure you’ve all noticed the wonderful posters.” Everyone nodded. “One of our own students ________ them.”
I could hear everyone whispering. “Who in our school could draw ________ well?”
Mr. Brown waited a while before saying, “ ________ this student worked so hard on the posters, she deserves a ________ ,too. Our mystery(神秘) artist is our new student ---- Suzy Khan!”
Mr. Brown thanked her for all the wonderful posters and gave her a professional artist’s set. “Thank you,” she cried.
I ________ , at that time when I was looking at her excited face, she’d probably never ________ anything in her whole life.
Everyone started to ________their hands. Suzy Khan gave them a shy smile and the applause was deafening. I knew then Suzy was going to be all right.
1.A.joked B.cared C.trains D.worried
2.A.reported B.decided C.complained D.questioned
3.A.rich B.proud C.tiny D.popular
4.A.come B.fall C.fit D.tie
5.A.manner B.pattern C.choice D.way
6.A.read B.taken C.opened D.put
7.A.free B.perfect C.final D.extra
8.A.art B.talk C.quiz D.talent
9.A.colored B.written C.carved D.drawn
10.A.at B.after C.for D.around
11.A.room B.time C.paper D.interest
12.A.gifts B.books C.photos D.posters
13.A.special B.academic C.national D.royal
14.A.painted B.found C.printed D.collected
15.A.very B.that C.quite D.too
16.A.If B.Though C.Unless D.Since
17.A.prize B.rank C.rest D.place
18.A.replied B.realized C.remembered D.regretted
19.A.offered B.valued C.owned D.controlled
20.A.clap B.wave C.raise D.shake
As we know, everyone can make mistakes, but don’t worry about it. The following is what we should do when we make mistakes.
★Just admit (承认)it. Don’t think that our mistakes are caused by others. 1. Don’t blame other people, and don’t cheat ourselves, either.
★2.. In order to stop the problem from getting worse, we should act quickly to solve it. If we don’t act and deal with the problem quickly, it’ll only make us feel more stressed. Also it is necessary to make a plan of action and correct the mistake according to it. 3..
★4. . Those who have made the most mistakes can get an A, for they are the ones who have learned the most. The more we learn from our mistakes, the cleverer we are.
★5.. What caused us to make the mistake? How can we avoid making the same mistake in the future? When we act with a method to get a good result, do it that way next time. If we don’t, we should stop, think about it, change it and try again.
A. Think about what we can learn from our mistakes.
B. Be brave and face the fact that we have made the mistakes.
C. So decide quickly and act.
D. Realize that making mistakes is the best way to learn.
E. Solve it at once.
F. Don’t be afraid of failure.
G. So be away from stress.
Johnny Smith was a good math student at a high school. He loved his computer. He came home early every day, and then he worked with it till midnight. But Johnny was not a good English student, not good at all. He got an F in his English class. One day after school Johnny joined his computer to the computer in his high school office. The school office computer had the grades of all the students: the math grades, the science grades, the grades in arts and music, and the grades in English. He found his English grade. An F! Johnny changed his English grade from an F to A. Johnny' parents looked at his report card. They were very happy.
"An A in English!" said Johnny's Dad. "You're a very clever boy, Johnny."
Johnny is a hacker(黑客). Hackers know how to take information from other computers and put new information in. Using a modem（调制调解器）, they join their computers to other computers secretly. School headmasters and teachers are worried about hackers. So are the police, for some people even take money from bank computer account and put it into their own ones. And they never have to leave home to do it! They are called hackers.
1.Johnny changed his English grade with the computer in _______.
A.the classroom B.the school office
C.a bank near his house D.his own house
2.When Johnny's parents saw the report, they were happy because _______.
A.Johnny was good at math
B.Johnny loved computers
C.Johnny could join one computer to another
D.they thought Johnny was not poor in English any longer
3.Who are worried about hackers in the story?
A.Johnny's parents
B.School headmasters, teachers and the police
C.Only the police
D.Many school headmasters and teachers
4.What should the hackers know well, do you think, after you read this story?
A.Information B.Bank computer accounts
C.Computers D.Grades
Why is it that many people who have suffered a major shock, such as divorce or death of a family member, seem to be weaker against a variety of major and minor illness? One common idea among psychologists has been that people could deal with suffering more effectively if they were able to understand and accept it. Indeed, many experts stress the value of expressing thoughts and feelings connected with upsetting events.
Recently, a team of medical researchers studied the links between describing psychologically painful events and long-term health. In one experiment healthy college students were asked to write about either personally disturbing experiences or ordinary topics over a period of four days. In the months afterwards, students who had chosen to show their inner thoughts and feelings in their writing visited the health center for illness much less often than those who had written about everyday topics.
In an experiment that followed, another group of healthy students were given the four-day writing exercises. Some chose to write about highly personal and upsetting experiences (including loneliness, problems with family and friends, and health). When questioned immediately afterwards, they said that they did not feel any better. However, their blood samples(样本) taken before and after the experiment showed evidence of an improved resistance to illness. The white cells that fight off bacteria and viruses had increased their reaction and sensitivity to these “invaders”. This trend continued over the following six weeks, when another blood sample was taken. Individuals who showed the best results were those who wrote about topics that they had actively kept from telling others about.
The researchers suggested that failure to face up to painful experience can be a form of stress itself, and can increase the possibility of illness. It follows, then, that actively dealing with a major shock makes possible its understanding and acceptance. The answer is not to suffer in silence. It may not always be possible to talk about personal problems, but writing them down will help the body to fight disease in the long run.
1.In the first experiment, the students who wrote about painful events ________.
A.started to suffer psychological problems
B.enjoyed sharing their inner thought and feelings
C.were less likely to seek treatment for sickness
D.couldn’t deal with suffering effectively
2.People who wrote about personal problems in the second experiment ________.
A.had more bacteria and viruses in their blood
B.had decreased feelings of loneliness
C.showed an improved white cell reaction
D.did better in their writing tasks
3.What does the underlined word "invaders" refer to?
A.The white cells.
B.Bacteria and viruses.
C.Resistance to illness.
D.The reaction and sensitivity of the cells.
4.What is the best title of the passage?
A.Suffering and Health
B.Inner Thoughts and Feelings
C.Illness and Health
D.Mental Illness and Social Acceptance
They say there are three ways to experience the Grand Canyon; on foot, on mules(骡子) or by air. We chose the first. Up early, my husband and I and our three children couldn't wait to get started. We decided to walk along a lovely path named Bright Angel Trail.
As we set out, I was shocked at how narrow the path was. And I couldn't help noticing that the other tourists weren't like us. They had heavy backpacks, water bottles, and hats. But as usual we were dressed. As the sun rose higher, Arizona's famous heat seemed to roast us. There was no shade and our legs were aching. We decided to go back, with the girl on my back and the boys far behind. By the time we finally got back, our legs were like jelly.
The next day, after we'd had a long rest and a good breakfast, we were ready for another view of the Canyon—by air. After our last walk, this would be the easiest thing in the world.
We called to each other excitedly as the plane took off and circled around the Canyon. But the smiles on our faces disappeared as the pilot tossed(翻转) the plane around, pretending he was going to hit the ground. I shouted, "STOP, TAKE US BACK!" When we finally arrived back on land, once again our legs were like jelly. We hardly spoke as we drove back.
As I said, there are three ways to view the Grand Canyon. We never tried the mules, but personally I'd suggest a fourth: buy yourself a good magazine like National Geographic. That way, you can see the Canyon, without fear or tiredness.
1.Which of the following is true according to the second paragraph?
A.They made a careful preparation before the trip.
B.The children were more joyful than their parents.
C.Bright Angel Trail was not as lovely as they expected.
D.The summer heat prevented them from enjoying the view.
2.The underlined expression "Our legs were like jelly" probably means ______.
A.we were weak B.we were unhappy
C.we were dissatisfied D.we were disappointed
3.Which of the following best describes their Canyon trip by air?
A.It proved to be frightening. B.It was more comfortable.
C.It turned out to be exciting. D.It made each of them tired.
4.We can infer from the passage that ____.
A.experiencing the Canyon on mules would be the best way
B.one needs to dress less when visiting the Grand Canyon
C.the writer was not serious when she made the suggestion
D.the whole family narrowly escaped from the air accident
Let's Go Fly a Kite...
—at Piedmont Middle School's celebration of kites!
Come and learn how to build all sorts of kites, from the simplest diamond-shaped kites to the most complex(复杂的) box kites. Stay as long as you like and build as many kites as you want. Once you have finished a kite, get advice on flying techniques from kite expert Lorena Hallsberg. The celebration will be at Piedmont Middle School, 151 Piedmont School Drive.
The Piedmont Middle School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) has organized a refreshment(茶点) tent. All profits(收益) will benefit future PTO activities. Take a break from kite flying and drink some lemonade! While you are doing so, why not join the PTO? Membership is free; you just donate(捐赠) your time. Show your support for Piedmont Middle School by joining the PTO this Saturday!
When: Saturday, April 11, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Where: Piedmont Middle School
Why: For fun!
Cost: Free, thanks to a generous gift from Bizarco Kite Company!
Schedule
9:00 am: Kite-building booths open. All materials are supplied for kites.
10:00 am: Kite-building shows by Lorena Hallsberg in the courtyard. Come by and learn how to build box kites and kites that look and fly like butterflies.
11:00 am: Kite-flying shows on the school track. Learn all the most important skills.
12:00 pm: Kite-flying competitions on the school track.
1:00 pm: Presentation by Dr. Brian Lehrman in the show tent: "The History of Kites".
2:00 pm: Best Kite competitions and judging in the show tent. Come see the most artistic kites and the most interesting theme kites.
3:00 pm: Presentation by Dr. Lehrman in the show tent: "Kites and Science".
3:30 pm: Awards(颁奖) ceremony conducted(主持) by Headmaster Seward on the football field. The results of the day's judging will be announced, with awards such as Best of Show, Most Artistic, Highest Flyer, and others. Winners will receive gifts from the Bizarco Kite Company!
4:00-5:00 pm: Let's all go fly a kite! Everyone flies kites at the same time, creating a wonderful sight for all to enjoy.
Come to the kite celebration, enjoy yourself and learn more.
1.The main purpose of Paragraph 2 is to ask people to ____.
A.build a kite B.support the PTO
C.take a break D.join the fun
2.Which times are most important for people who want to join in kite competitions?
A.10:00 am and 11:00 am. B.12:00 pm and 2:00 pm.
C.1:00 pm and 3:00 pm. D.2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
3.From the passage, we know that the kite celebration ___.
A.is enjoyable and educational
B.is strict about the shapes of kites
C.gets money from PTO of Piedmont Middle School
D.gives people a chance to see kites from around the world
