Steven Jobs, the designer(设计者) of Apple Computer, was not clever when he was in school. At that time, he was not a good student and he always made troubles with his schoolmates. When he went into college, he didn't change a lot. Then he dropped out (退学). But he was full of new ideas.
After he left college, Steven Jobs worked as a video game designer. He worked there for only several months and then he went to India. He hoped that the trip would give him some new ideas and give him a change in life.
Steven Jobs lived on a farm in California for a year after he returned from India. In 1975, he began to make a new type of computer. He designed the Apple Computer with his friend in his garage (汽车库). He chose the name "Apple" just because it could help him to remember a happy summer he once spent in an apple tree garden. His Apple Computer was such a great success that Steven Jobs soon became famous all over the world.
1. Steven Jobs was not a good student in school because he ______.
A. never did his lessons
B. was full of new ideas
C. dropped out
D. always made troubles with his schoolmates
2.Why did Steven Jobs go to India?
A. Because he was full of new ideas.
B. Because he wanted to relax.
C. Because he was too tired.
D. Because he hoped the trip would give him new ideas and a change in life.
3. Steven Jobs designed his new computer ______.
A. in India B. with his friend
C. in an apple tree garden D. by himself
4. Steven Jobs was famous for his ______ all over the world.
A. new ideas B. apple
C. Apple Computer D. video games
5.From this passage we know ______.
A. Steven Jobs didn't finish his studies in the college because he hated his schoolmates
B. Steven Jobs liked travelling in India and California
C. Steven Jobs liked trying new things and making his new ideas become true
D. Steven Jobs could only design video games
Frank is my friend. His family is rich. His parents always give him lots of pocket money. But Frank thinks his parents work very hard and it's not easy for them, so he always tries his best to save money. He has some good ways to do it.
Frank likes reading. He has lots of books. He tells me he often buys books online, because they're cheaper. And when he has free time, he often goes to bookstores or libraries to do some reading.
Frank has a bike. He usually goes to school by bike instead of taking a bus. Sometimes when it rains or snows, he walks. These two ways help Frank keep healthy and save some money.
Frank brings a bottle of water to school every day. When other students drink juice, he enjoys his water. He thinks water is the cheapest but the best drink.
Some students think Frank is mean. But I don't think so. I think he is right. What do you think of him?
1.Why does Frank tries his best to save money?
A. Because his family is very poor.
B. Because his parents don’t give him any pocket money.
C. Because he thinks it’s not easy for his parents to make money.
D. Because he is very mean.
2.How does Frank usually go to school?
A. By bus. B. By bike.
C. By train. D. On foot.
3. Why does always buy books online?
A. Because they are more useful.
B. Because they are more interesting.
C. Because they are better.
D. Because they are cheaper.
4.What does Frank bring to school every day?
A.Water. B.Juice. C.Cola. D.Orange.
5.What does the writer think of Frank?
A.He is wrong. B.He is right.
C.He is mean. D.He is clever.
We all want to live comfortably and safely here, so here are some rules. we hope that all residents can follow.
Cleaning The main stairs are cleaned twice a week by the Association, so please try to keep them tidy and clean and do not leave furniture or bags on the stairs or in the hallways.
Rubbish Rubbish collection is on Tuesdays. Please do not leave rubbish bags out before Tuesday.
Noise Try to make less noise. Loud music can disturb others and we will get in touch with you if you make too much noise.
Safety Make sure the main outside door is always locked and do not let anyone get into the main building unless you know who they are.
Problems . If you have any problems or questions, please call Mr. Wu at 13662687439. You can also chat with him by QQ 34567890
1.How often do they clean the stairs?
A.Once a week. B. Twice a week.
C.Three times a week. D.Four times a month.
2. When can people leave their rubbish bags out?
A.On Monday. B.On Tuesday.
C. On Wednesday. D. On Thursday.
3.What can the residents do according to the notice?
A.They can leave rubbish bags out on Wednesday.
B.They can have a birthday party at home late at night.
C.They can open the main outside door when their friends visit them.
D.They can leave rubbish bags or other things on the stairs or in the hallways.
4.If you have any questions, you can .
A.call Mrs. Wu
B.call Mr. Wu at 13662687439
C.go to Mr. Wu’s office
D.chat with Mrs. Wu by QQ
5.What's the purpose of the notice?
A. To attract more new residents.
B. To make friends with the residents.
C. To ask the residents to follow the rules.
D. To make an advertisement for the apartment.
“Nancy, try to cook for us today,” my mother called. “But Mom, I don’t know how to cook,” I said. “Today I will you to cook, ”said my mother. I didn’t know it would go, but I agree.
I saw my mother cook rice before, so I did it easily. when it came to cooking vegetables, I didn’t know how to do it. My father asked me to cut up one cabbage and make other ingredients(原料) . “Now put some garlice(大蒜)into the pot. Then, some turmeric(姜黄根粉)and put the cabbage. Don’t forget to add some salt.” My father stood next to me and told me what I should do finishing the cabbage, I cooked beef soup. , I finished cooking the meal in almost two hours. I the food to my parents. They ate it and said it was wonderful. At last, it was turn to eat the food. I thought it was terrible.
From that day on, I learnt to cook. The first experience of my own cooking was so terrible, but it taught me a great lesson. I started respecting(尊重)food, as I learnt that one had to try his best to cook it.
1.A. shake B. question C. expect D. teach
2.A. what B. how C. which D. where
3.A. Because B. so C. But D. If
4.A. ready B. traditional C. lucky D. similar
5.A. fall B. cover C. pick D. add
6.A. Through B. After C. From D. Before
7.A. Quickly B. Loudly C. Finally D. Quietly
8.A. served B. turned C. filled D. shared
9.A. my B. his C. our D. their
10.A. waiting B. reaching C. discussing D. tasting
Let’s go to the Water World, ?
A.shall we B.will we C.will you D.can we
--- I take the book away?
---No, you mustn’t. You read it only here.
A.Must, can B.May, must
C.Need, must D.Must, must
