At present, a lot of children think that their parents give them too much pressure. Even if you are always unsatisfied with your parents, loving your parents is a normal part of life. You love them because they created and raised you. Here are some ways to love your parents.
1.. A gentle “good morning” and “I love you” will warm a coldest heart. Remember that they brought you into this world. Without your parents, you might still stay in an unknown corner in an unknown world.
Respect them more and don’t make them angry. It’s OK to get angry but it doesn’t help you or your parents. Act calmly, or talk to a friend.2..
Understand your parents. You had better remember they keep a roof over your head when it’s cold, raining, snowing or too hot. Understand that parents are human beings and may also make mistakes. Please remember parents are as important as friends.3., why not forgive your parents?
Spend some time with them. Do things with your parents like watching TV, or going somewhere with them.4.. Listen to their old stories and learn from them. You will find they are your teachers in this way or another.
Last but not least, do everything well that you should do. Don’t make your parents worry much about you.5.. It will make your parents proud of you.
A.Instead, work hard and get good grades in your study
B.Parents will in turn express their love to you
C.After this, share your feelings with your parents
D.Since you can forget your friends’ mistakes
E.Don’t make your parents do everything for you
F.Anyway, spend as much time with them as you can
G.Tell them you love them every morning
In San Francisco, where the number of the homeless has risen by 7% in the last decade, a non-profit organization is putting bathrooms on wheels and driving them to those in need. The group, Lava Mae, is improving retiring city buses and bringing them into different neighborhoods, currently providing about 200 showers each week.
Doniece Sandoval, the founder of Lava Mae, first became interested in the issue in 2012, when she passed a young woman under an overpass near the San Francisco Design Center who was repeating to herself that she'd never get clean. ''It made me wonder what her chances were, '' said Sandoval, who was then inspired to research exactly how many public shower stalls(淋浴间)existed in the city. Her findings were disheartening.
So Lava Mae came together when she heard the city would be retiring cold city buses. ''I told myself, I want those buses!'' she said.
Each bus has two private bathrooms, one of which is wheelchair accessible. Along with the basic shower, sink and toilet, the spaces have soft lighting, digital controls for water, and hair dryers.
''Though you're only going to be on the bus for 20 minutes or so, it's 20 minutes of complete privacy,'' Said Sandoval.
The buses are parked near agencies that already serve the homeless. ''If we can reduce the amount of time people have to run from place to place to get essential services, we'll be able to make things better, '' said Sandova.
What's next for lava Mae? The group is starting a program so that others can mimic their process. ''What we're hoping to do is to get people to follow what we do, so they can recreate it.'' she said.
1.We know from Paragraph One that in San Francisco, _______.
A.the homeless' poor life has come to the government's attention
B.the number of the people who have no house to live has increased
C.many houses are being built for the homeless
D.city buses are equipped with bathrooms
2.What made Doniece Sandoval start the idea of founding Lava Mae?
A.Her deep love for city buses.
B.Her hearing homeless woman's problem by chance.
C.The number of the homeless has risen in the last decade.
D.Her talk with a young woman.
3.In Doniece Sandoval’s opinion, what is the disadvantage of their services?
A.Each user is given only twenty minutes.
B.Each bus has a limited number of bathrooms.
C.Some people have to travel far to use the buses.
D.The bathrooms are not intended for the disabled.
4.The underlined word ''mimic'' in the last paragraph can be replaced by _________.
A.copy B.improve C.praise D.study
5.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.The Current Situation of the Poor People in San Francisco
B.How Doniece Sandoval Founded Lava Mae
C.Lava Mae Offers Homeless People Showers on Wheeled Bathroom.
D.Doniece Sandoval's Dream
Here are the top four activities for families in Edmonton, the capital of Alberta, Canada.
West Edmonton Mall
Here there is truly something for everyone with 800 stores, 10 world-class attractions, two hotels and over 100 dining venues. There is lots of parking, but it can be hard to find a spot later in the day, so plan to arrive early. You can also take a bus if you want to avoid driving in this busy area of the city.
Tip: Get a 10% discount when you buy your tickets online.
Fort Edmonton Park
The park is the perfect kid-friendly attraction. This trip down memory lane will introduce your family to four periods in Edmonton’s history. You’ll want to spend at least three hours, so your family will have time to take part in as many activities as possible.
Tip: If you want to avoid the trouble of carrying a lunch with you, pre-order a picnic lunch basket from the Jasper House Bakery.
The High Level Streetcar
The beautifully restored streetcars and informative conductors will take your family on an unforgettable trip down memory lane. You’ll also enjoy a wonderful view of the river from the world’s highest streetcar bridge.
Tip: If you plan your trip on Saturday, you’ll also be able to pay a visit to the Old Strathcona Farmer’s Market.
Telus World of Science
It is a hands-on educational experience the whole family will enjoy. Your admission includes the exhibit galleries, science demonstrations and full-dome shows. You can enjoy educational high-quality 3D movies but the cost is not included in admission.
Tip: On a clear night, you can get a close-up look at the stars with the help of the observatory telescopes.
1.You would like to go to West Edmonton Mall by bus probably because __________.
A.you can’t find a parking lot. B.there are too many supermarkets
C.the traffic of the city is very busy D.it is easy for you to park your car
2.You are interested in Edmonton’s history, so you can pay a visit to __________.
A.West Edmonton Mall B.Fort Edmonton Park
C.The High Level Streetcar D.Telus World of Science
3.You will have to buy an extra ticket if you want to __________.
A.enjoy watching 3D movies B.visit the exhibit galleries
C.do some shopping in the mall D.join in the activities in the park
4.What do the four activities have in common according to the text?
A.They give discount if you buy tickets online.
B.They provide enough parking lots.
C.They are intended for the whole family.
D.They offer hands-on experiences.
5.The passage is mostly probably taken from______________.
A.a magazine B.an official report
C.a textbook D.a travel guide
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.What does the woman mainly talk about?
A.The importance of good manners.
B.The secret of staying pretty.
C.The art of saying “Thank you”.
2.What does the woman say about the people of the past?
A.They paid more attention to their appearance.
B.They were friendlier and gentler.
C.They were more aware of changes in fashion.
3.What is the relationship between elegance(优雅) and good manners?
A.They are closely connected.
B.They are independent.
C.They are the same.
4.According to the woman, how could we improve our image?
A.By wearing a little make-up.
B.By changing hairstyles.
C.By being kind and generous.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Who does the man want to buy a book for?
A.His wife. B.Himself. C.His daughter.
2.What kind of history book does the man prefer?
A.One about the Civil War.
B.One about the life history of Abraham Lincoln.
C.One about the early period of American history.
3.How long does the man have to wait?
A.About two days. B.About two weeks. C.About two months.
4.What can we learn from the conversation?
A.The man will send his daughter an e-mail.
B.The man’s daughter has a history course in college.
C.The woman will deliver the book to the man in person.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What’s wrong with the man’s car?
A.It was hit by another car. B.It can’t start. C.It has a flat tire.
2.According to the woman, when can she send a person to the man?
A.At about 3:00. B.At about 3:30. C.At about 4:30.
3.Why will the man call another garage?
A.The woman is rude to him.
B.The woman can’t send a truck over.
C.He wants to know which garage is quicker.
