The human brain weighs about 1.4 kilograms, but it can hold much more information than most computers. However, there is another difference between humans and computers. Computers don’t forget information they are given, but humans often do. No one remembers everything, and luckily we don’t usually have to. But everyone can improve their memory if they want to. Here are some suggestions.
◆Try to use new information immediately. For example, if you meet someone who says “Hi! I’m Carlos,” don’t just say “Hello.” Repeat the person’s name. Say “_________”
◆Break a big number into smaller parts. For example, it’s hard to memorize (记忆) 109244153. But if you break it into three parts--109/244/153—it becomes easier.
◆Write out what you need to remember over and over again. This will help you keep it in mind longer, especially for memorizing formulas (公式) or facts.
◆Always review information. If you bring what you’ve learned back to your mind, they become easier to remember. For example, before you go to sleep, it’s a good idea to review the new things you learned that day.
◆Discuss with a friend. It is always easier to remember things through discussions. You can have a discussion about what’s right and what’s wrong, and it will lead to the right answer.
◆Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory. You can always do something to help improve your memory. And everyone’s memory gets better if they use it often enough.
All of the suggestions are helpful. If you follow them, you are certain to improve your memory.
1.How many suggestions are mentioned in the passage?
A. Three. B. Four. C. Five. D. Six.
2. Which should be put in the blank (空格) in Paragraph 2？
A. Hello, Carlos. B. How do you do?
C. Hello, I am Sophia. D. Glad to meet you!
3. What can help memorize a big number more easily according to the passage?
A. To store it in a computer.
B. To break it into smaller parts.
C. To discuss it with a friend.
D. To review it before you sleep.
4.What does the sentence "Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory” mean?
A. You should tell others about your bad memory.
B. You should believe in other people all the time.
C. You should ask others to improve their memory.
D. You should be confident in your memory ability.
The season in Australia are not like ours. When it is winter in China, it is summer there. Australia is a southern country. It is in the south of the world. June, July and August are the winter months; September, October and November are spring; the summer is in December, January and February; and March, April and May are the autumn months. The north country is hotter than the south.
A very large part of this country has no rain at all. The east coast has rain all year, and there are no dry months there. The southeast winds blow all the year. They bring rain from the sea. There is not much rain on the west side. The southeastern part of Australia has summer rain from the southeast winds. They only blow here in summer.
The southwestern part of Australia has winter rain. The west winds blow over the southwest in winter only. In summer, the southwest of the country has no rain. In the north of Australia, there is no rain in winter. The rain comes in winter. The northwest winds bring it.
1.It is _________in Australia in November.
A. spring B. summer
C. autumn D. winter
2.The ________of the Australia has the most rain.
A. eastern part B. southeastern part
C. southern part D. northern part
3. The southwest of the country has no rain in summer because___________.
A. it is dry there
B. the west winds never blow
C. the northwest winds blow
D. the winds blow only in winter
4.There is no rain in winter__________.
A. in the southeast of Australia
B. in the north of Australia
C. in the southwest of Australia
D. in the east of Australia
Simon is reading his e-friend’s views on the net. Let’s have a look!
Topic | Writer | Time | Reply/Click |
I don’t like to have training classes at weekends. But my mother says I should have, or I can’t keep up with others. | Mike | 21:32 21/05 | 8/65 |
I like playing the piano. But my parents let me practice it for a long time every day, so I begin to hate playing the piano. | Kitty | 22:20 22/05 | 4/32 |
I watched the two matches last night. I slept very late, but I’m feeling energetic today, because the England won. | Nick | 18:46 23/05 | 26/132 |
The football match on CCTV-5 last night was very bad. The striker(前锋) missed all the chances. He made my favorite team lose the game. | Jim | 21:25 23/05 | 11/28 |
1. Whose topic was read by the most students?
A. Mike’s. B. Nick’s.
C. Kitty’s. D. Jim’s.
2.Why does Kitty begin to hate playing the piano?
A. Because she has no time to play it.
B. Because she can’t watch matches.
C. Because she has to play it for a long time every day.
D. Because she can’t keep up with others.
3. Which of the following is NOT true?
A. Mike has training class at weekends.
B. Kitty doesn’t like playing the piano at all.
C. Nick is a fan of the England team.
D. Jim is not pleased with the striker.
请先阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从方框中所给的词中选取最恰当的10个，用其适当形式填空，并将答案填写到相应位置，每个词限用一次。（每小题1分）
recycle, only, pollutes, form, divide, made, use, ourselves, ways, best, health, cause |
It is very important to deal with the rubbish in cities. This is because rubbish not only 1._________ the environment but also does harm to people’s 2.________.
We are trying to find some 3.________ of dealing with the rubbish. First, we should 4._________ rubbish into different kinds. Also we can 5._______ newspapers and glass. Used tins(锡罐) can be 6._________ into beautiful handicrafts(手工艺). Polluted-water is a big problem. It must be dealt with properly before we let it flow into the river. Some harmful rubbish can be buried(埋藏) so that it will7._________ less pollution.
Our country has made laws to protect the environment. Those who break the law will be punished. We have 8._________ one earth. We must try our 9.________ to protect it. Remember that to love the environment is to love10.________. Let’s take action from now on!
请先阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各小题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入相应空白处的最佳选项，并将其填到答题卷的相应位置。（每小题1分）
Time is very important in our life. However, I had never realized it until I received a beautiful gold watch from my father one day when I was 19 years old. This always tells me the importance of time in my life.
It was a cold rainy day. My father asked me to go to the to pick up my uncle and take him home. I should have arrived there 4:30 p.m. We had a basketball match at school that afternoon the match was too exciting. When the match was nearly over. I suddenly remembered my uncle and to the airport. It was too late. He had left the airport and taken a taxi to our house.
I was very worried that my father would be with me. As soon as I entered the living room, I saw my uncle in the sofa looking very tired. I dared not(不敢) my uncle and my father. I said hello to them in a very low voice. My father didn’t say . Instead, he asked me to sit next to him. “Peter, did you have a good time today?” He very disappointed, but his voice was still calm. I felt so sorry and answered in an even voice. “Yes, Dad, but I’m really sorry about not my uncle. This will happen again. I promise.” My father handed me a box with a beautiful gold watch inside. It was a gift my uncle bought for him. He gave it to and said. “I hope you have learned something important today, and this watch will help you remember the importance of time.”
The watch has been with me for twelve years. I wear it not because of its price, but because of I learned from it. It tells me to respect and never be late to do what I have promised to.
1.A. watch B. clock C. bell D. time
2.A. hotel B. station C. bus stop D. airport
3.A. before B. from C. after D. to
4.A. though B. because C. and D. so
5.A. moved B. turned C. hurried D. flew
6.A. happy B. angry C. sorry D. lucky
7.A. look up B. look for C. look at D.look after
8.A.anything B. something C. nothing D. everything
9.A. is B. was C. does D. did
10.A. funnier B. louder C. happier D. lower
11.A. waking up B. giving up C. picking up D. putting up
12.A. always B. never C. often D. usually
13.A. you B. him C. them D. me
14.A. what B. that C. which D. who
15.A. culture B. friendship C. time D. family
He said that light ______much faster than sound.
A. has traveled B. went
C. traveled D. travels
