One rainy afternoon, I was on a crosstown bus when a young woman jumped on. She had a child with her who was about three or four years old. The bus was full, bumpy(颠簸的), and it soon got noisy, as her kid began crying — he was upset that he couldn't sit next to his mother. She looked embarrassed.
Then another woman, a little older, stood up and moved so that the mother and child could sit together. The mum smiled as a thank-you. And then three words came out of the older woman's mouth that raised the entire energy of that bus ride: “I've been there.”
Simple, undramatic, and honest. In that moment, it seemed to unite the diverse people of the city. Why? Because almost all experiences are shared human experiences. They're universal. We forget that as we go through life, focused on our own troubles and needs — which are actually less unique than we think.
Sometimes painful past experiences prevent us from wanting to open up to others because we don't want to revisit our own history. But a wonderful way to honor your past hurt is to help comfort another's current pain.
When I was a little girl, we lived on donations from local families and clothing from the " lost and found" baskets. It was shameful for me at the time — I lived in fear of being caught in a friend' s cast-off item.
Even when it was warmer, I refused to take off a layer in the classroom for this reason. Now I don't meet people who are in this exact situation, but I do notice when someone is struggling with financial shame or feels less than other people they meet. And I'm quick to say some version of, "I've been there."
Can the essence of these three words help you make a small difference right now? It can be as simple as volunteering your seat, sharing some helpful advice, or even lightening the mood with a joke when you notice that someone's uncomfortable — because we're all in this together.
1.What influence did the older woman's words have on the people around?
A.Causing discomfort. B.Breaking long silence.
C.Creating a heated debate. D.Inspiring common feelings.
2.What does the author think of personal troubles and needs?
A.They are mostly shared experiences. B.They don't really matter to anyone'
C.They will be forgotten with time. D.They are unique to each individual.
3.Why did the author refuse to take off the coat in the classroom?
A.Because she had the same sweater with others.
B.Because she stole the sweater from someone'
C.Because she liked wearing the coat in summer.
D.Because she felt embarrassed wearing others' clothes.
4.What's the best title for the text?
A.Painful Experiences Are No Big Deal B.The Best Way to Honor Your Past Hurt
C.True Happiness Comes from Helping Others D.Three Little Words That Bring Us Together
Dreaming of summer picnics filled with family and fun? We’ve come up with 4 of the top picnic areas across the US.
Cumberland Islands, Georgia
Just a few hours south of Savannah, this national seashore is a wonderful picnic place. It’s an unspoiled place in the Deep South with over 50 miles of hiking trails (小径). Covered in Spanish moss, the trails are lined with trees and since it’s still a rural area, the stars line up for a grand show at night and create the perfect evening starlit picnic opportunity.
Grant Park, Chicago
If you are looking for delicious food in Chicago, go for a taste of a 20-day, lake-front, foodie festival that happens in October each year. Grab a spot near the fountain to enjoy your picnic, appreciate the city scenery and lake views and relax with family and friends. If you are there on July 4th, be sure to plan the day to include the fireworks display at the Navy Pier.
Cranberry Islands, Maine
Here, you’ll enjoy natural picnics with island views. The islands are a delightful group of islands about 20 minutes offshore from Acadia National Park. You can visit the islands by private boat or ferry service. Bring a picnic basket along for the ride as it’s a romantic picnic area to take your special someone or go for a family outing to visit the islands.
Big Sur, California
The Point Lobos State Reserve is a small gem. Besides the coastal wildlife there are rare plant communities, and unique geological formations. It’s good to have a picnic there. We recommend bringing a telescope, because much of the wildlife can be seen only at a distance.
1.Why does the writer advise us to go to Cumberland Islands?
A.Because they are just next to Savannah.
B.Because they have a grand show every night.
C.Because they are almost covered in Spanish moss.
D.Because they keep their original ecology (生态).
2.Where can you enjoy observing wildlife with a telescope?
A.At the Navy Pier. B.At the Point Lobos State Reserve
C.At Acadia National Park. D.In the Deep South.
3.Where can we most probably read this passage?
A.In a personal dairy. B.In a science report.
C.In a geography textbook. D.In a travel magazine.
假定你是李华，你校交换生Jake得知学校最近将举行一次茶文化节，发邮件向你询问有关信息。请你回复邮件，内容包括：
1. 活动时间和地点；
2. 活动安排；
3. 发出邀请。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Jake,
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Yours,
Li Hua
下面短文中共有10处语言错误，请在有错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。
增加: 在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧)，并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除: 把多余的词用斜线(＼)划掉。修改: 在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意: 1、每句不超过两个错误；
2、每处错误及其修改均限一词；
3、只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。
I was walking to school this morning when I caught sight of a old woman lie on the ground. I quick ran over to help her up and asked her that was wrong. She told me she slipped and fell because heart trouble. I was worried or decided to take her to a hospital nearby. And then I contacted my family. Soon her son and daughter came to the hospital. I was told them some informations about the incident. They thanked and praised me for my kindness. Although I was late for school today, I felt very proud of what I have done.
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is gaining global popularity. According to a government white paper, TCM 1.(introduce) in 183 countries and regions around the world so far.
Westerners' understanding of TCM, however, may be limited to acupuncture(针灸), cupping(拔罐) and massage. As 2.matter of fact, Chinese herbs play a more important role than physical 3.(treat) in getting rid of diseases and keeping the body 4.good condition in the TCM treatment system.
Herbs are made into pills, powder and soup, 5.are used for different kinds of illnesses.
The herbs, 6.(they) quality and quantity, and the processing of the ingredients jointly determine the effectiveness of the prescription. TCM, 7.(compare) with Western medicine, lacks standardization because the chemical composition and functions of its medicines are unclear and their 8.(effect) are unstable. 9.(fortunate), standardization has improved in recent decades, with an increasing number of factories10.(produce) patented TCM drugs.
I like buying clothes and my sister’s best friend loves buying clothes for me as well! That_______ I have plenty of clothes!
Then one day I_______my closet and it was like a light suddenly shone upon me. Pictures of homeless kids flashed into my _______. I thought of them begging on the streets to have _______ to give to their parents back at home.
My heart hurt _______ led me to a surprising act! I took several plastic _______and filled them with clothes, _______my closet half full. I looked for my little sister and _______her to the streets for some fun and adventure!
It was noon and the sun was _______our skin, but who cared about that? There they were, like sheep without a shepherd(牧羊人). My ________broke. I gathered my feelings and approached two kids who were about to ________me for money. Fear was painted on their ________ when I came to them. I handed them the bags and they ________, “What’s this?” I said, “They are all yours.
You ________these with your family. Okay?”
They didn’t ________ for a few moments but when they did, my heart was filled with a different feeling, ________ two big arms hugging my heart and sending a ________ feeling through my whole being.
“Thank you, Big Sister. We will ________share these with them!” they said. And they looked at the other kids on the street corners.
Wow! How ________ it bore fruit! I gave to them and their first reaction was to give to others!
I was so touched by the ________, and I believe my little sister had a change of heart as well.
1.A.expects B.hopes C.means D.believes
2.A.looked after B.looked up C.looked for D.looked at
3.A.mind B.brain C.eyes D.hands
4.A.something B.nothing C.everything D.anything
5.A.but B.and C.or D.when
6.A.card B.baskets C.bags D.boxes
7.A.watching B.leaving C.finding D.taking
8.A.carried B.got C.sent D.took
9.A.cooking B.burning C.boiling D.freezing
10.A.heart B.head C.shoe D.glasses
11.A.thank B.harm C.hurt D.approach
12.A.clothes B.noses C.faces D.heads
13.A.announced B.answered C.asked D.said
14.A.compare B.share C.do D.wear
15.A.touch B.accepted C.move D.speak
16.A.like B.as C.with D.without
17.A.cold B.hot C.warm D.cool
18.A.hardly B.never C.ever D.certainly
19.A.quickly B.slowly C.poorly D.recently
20.A.experiment B.experience C.accident D.story
