“Are personal sad stories a must to win talent shows?” “Shouldn’t talent be judged on the basis of itself without needing a sad story of struggle to win?” These are questions Sanya Malhotra posed on a recent Facebook post.
This morning I came across this interesting post by Sanya Malhotra. She revealed that she loved dancing and dreamt of becoming an actress, but got defeated in “Dance India Dance” because her background story wasn’t sad and inspiring enough. That’s when she started doubting her artistic gift.
This really set me thinking. Why are people attracted to sob stories? Why do we always appreciate only those people who have achieved something after going through a lot of hardships? Why does the headline of a newspaper “Taxi-driver’s Son Stands First In UPSC Exam” find more readers? I think it is because most people, who are in a similar situation, find it comforting that someone has succeeded with so many hardships. I know it is really very difficult for people with financial, health, or family problems to overcome obstacles and succeed. I really feel proud of them and I am often touched and inspired by their stories.
Now come back to what Sanya has said. I think this is a talent show rather than a story-telling competition. When it comes to a competition of singing or dancing or any fine arts, all the competitors should be judged without any bias (偏见). No one should lose because they don’t have a sad story of struggle to tell. It’s very unfair. They can be given opportunities otherwise, but should not be judged because of their stories.
Maybe, the TV channels do it to attract more viewers, because the most important element of any reality show is these touching stories. But as Sanya has said, it’s unfair to those who haven't such a story and are equally talented.
1.What do we know about Sanya Malhotra?
A.She entered a talent show. B.She won “Dance India Dance”.
C.She had a sad story to tell. D.She was rejected in a film.
2.From the second paragraph, we can infer that Sanya Malhotra________.
A.experienced many hardships B.is a famous actress in Indian
C.has a great gift for gymnastics D.used to be confident in her artistic talent
3.Which of the following headlines appeals to the readers most according to the passage?
A.A Millionaire Donated Money To Harvard University.
B.A Gifted Indian Teenager Won “Dance India Dance”.
C.An Armless Girl Was Admitted To Harvard University.
D.A Freshman Paid Off Loans By Getting A Part-time Job.
4.Which of the following is the best title of the passage?
A.Winners Should Be Determined By Public Judges
B.Sanya Malhotra Displayed A Great Artistic Gift
C.Competitors Should Not Be Judged By Sob Stories
D.Talent Shows Competitors Can Tell Their Stories
Missouri Wildlife Rescue Center
Missouri Wildlife Rescue Center is a shelter for endangered and illegally-traded foreign animals confiscated (没收) by the U.S. Wildlife Service. It carries out the motto "Preservation through Education" by educating visitors about the preservation of the environment and the inter-dependence of all living things.
Field trips
The Center hosts field trips for schools and camps throughout Southern California. Each field trip lasts two hours, consisting of a one-hour gathering and a one-hour tour of the facility with lessons associated with California State Science Standards.
Throughout the field trip, students learn about the latest developments in environmental protection and the ways in which wildlife interacts with various ecosystems. The students also receive an up-close and hands-on experience with our rescued foreign wildlife. The tour includes different environmental exhibits that show the ways students can help protect animals in the wild.
Public tours
Guided tours of the Center introduce visitors to over two hundred rescued foreign wildlife. Each tour is led by a staff member, and features fun animal facts, hands-on animal encounters. surprising rescue stories, environmental exhibits, and original approaches to going green. Visitors may only see the animals on a guided tour, for both your safety and the safety of our animals.
The guided tour lasts approximately 45-60 minutes. Visitors are served on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are required. However, tours may sell out. We suggest larger groups schedule a private tour.
Our regular public tour’s times are subject to change without notice. Please call in advance for the most up-to-date information
1.What is Missouri Wildlife Rescue Center intended for?
A.Helping study wildlife abroad.
B.Collecting money for animal shelters.
C.Raising awareness of wildlife protection.
D.Deepening our understanding of rare animals.
2.What can students do on a field trip?
A.Share stories of rescuing animals. B.Take part in foreign wildlife rescue.
C.Explore why species get endangered. D.Learn how wildlife affects ecosystems.
3.What can we learn about a guided tour?
A.Large groups are served first. B.Animals are not available.
C.Booking ahead is needed. D.Tours 'times are flexible.
阅读短文,根据短文内容写出一篇60词左右的内容摘要.
Some people think only school children do not agree with their parents. However, it is not true. Communication is a problem for parents and children of all ages. If it’s hard for you to communicate with your parents, don’t worry about it. Here is some advice for you to bridge the generation gap.
Don’t argue with your parents. Don’t talk with your parents when you are angry. Your parents probably won’t consider your ideas if you are shouting at them. And you can’t express yourself well if you are angry. Go to some place to cool off. Make sure you understand why you are unhappy. Then think about what you want to say to your parents. If you don’t think you can speak to them at the moment, try writing a letter.
Try to reach a compromise. Perhaps you and your parents disagree on something. You can keep your disagreement and try your best to accept each other. Michael’s mother didn’t agree with him about buying a motorcycle. They argued over it. But they finally came to a compromise. Michael bought the motorcycle, but only drove it on certain days.
Of course, your parents might refuse to compromise on something. In these situations, it is especially important to show love and respect to them. Showing respect will keep your relationship strong.
Talk about your values. The values of your parents are probably different from those of your own. Tell your parents what you care about, and why. Understanding your values might help them see your purposes in life.
A good relationship with your parents can make you a belter and happier person. It is worth having a try.
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假定你是李华，学校英语俱乐部准备举办以“幽默”为主题的活动准备邀请外教Mr Smith做个讲座，请给他写封邀请信。要点如下：
1.活动时间：2020年6月30日；
2.参加人员：英语爱好者；
3.活动意义：培养幽默感，保持乐观的人生态度。
注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
Dear Mr. Smith,
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Yours sincerely,
Li Hua
翻译
1.这本词典是为初学者编的.(intend)
2.她们有说有笑地走进教室.(v+ing作状语)
3.戴太阳镜的那个男人是导演.(v+ing作定语)
4.她们很可能会赢得这场比赛.(likely)
5.This character was a social failure but was loved for his optimism and determination to overcome all difficulties.
Annie Griffiths is a National Geographic photographer (摄影师).She has taken pictures on almost every_________ in the world. Antarctica is the only continent Griffiths hasn’t_________yet.
Griffiths photographs are well known for their_________and high quality. They_________very different cultures and regions of the _________, Griffiths has photographed the ancient city of Petra (佩特拉城),Jordan, _________ the green landscapes of the Lake District (湖区)in England. Her pictures have also appeared in a book about_________places in North America.
Everywhere that Griffiths goes, she also takes pictures of _________. Griffiths has found ways to connect with people of all ages and nationalities even_________she does not speak their language .“The greatest privilege of my job is being allowed__________peoples lives.” she has said “The__________is like a passport, and I am often amazed at how__________people welcome me.”
Knowing how to break the__________has helped to make Griffiths a successful photographer, __________experts say that anyone can learn to__________with new people. When people speak the same language, greetings and small talk can make strangers feel more__________with each other. When People don’t speak the same language, a smile is __________.
Remember: the next time you look at a beautiful__________, you might be looking at the work of Annie Griffiths. And next time you __________ a new person, don’t be afraid to break the ice. The connection you make could be very __________.
1.A.town B.continent C.lake D.people
2.A.known B.explained C.seen D.introduced
3.A.skill B.reaction C.humor D.beauty
4.A.show B.perform C.observe D.support
5.A.city B.world C.lake D.book
6.A.although B.as well as C.apart from D.therefore
7.A.major B.strange C.natural D.chemical
8.A.people B.children C.lakes D.countries
9.A.then B.now C.as D.when
10.A.into B.through C.to D.for
11.A.camera B.life C.language D. nation
12.A.seriously B.quickly C.peacefully D.fortunately
13.A.thought B.ice C.link D.power
14.A.or B.so C.still D.but
15.A.help B.make C.connect D.deal
16.A.comfortable B.grateful C.careful D.patient
17.A.general B.interesting C.special D.beneficial
18.A.female B.scene C.photo D.land
19.A.touch B.notice C.find D.meet
20.A.honest B.unusual C.rewarding D.strong
