Shirley Temple(1928—2014),an American actress,was considered among the most successful child stars in the history of film.Born by an ambitious mother,Temple first appeared in a film at the age of three,and at six she starred in Stand Up and Cheer (1934).Known and recognized for her ability to sing and tapdance in several films,Temple became a famous figure in 1934.At the end of that year she was given a special Academy Award “in grateful recognition of her outstanding contribution.’’
During the Great Depression of the l930s,Temple was celebrated by an adoring public.At the height of her popularity,from l935 to 1938,Temple was the biggest box-office attraction in Hollywood.Temple made a number of films as a teenager,but her appeal had faded,and the films were not successful.In l949, Temple depaaed elegantly from Hollywood.
Two decades later,she reappeared into the spotlight by announcing her qualification as a candidate for Congress.She lost the election,but Temple displayed her determination and went on to enjoy a long and successful:career with the United Nations and the State Department.
After retirement,she reposed that she was at peace with her life and proud of her accomplishments in two of the nation’s most influential areas.“If I had to do it all over again.’’Shirley Temple once declared,‘‘I wouldn’t change anything.’’
1.Temple became famous at the age of
A.3 B.6 C.10 D.2l
2.What do we learn from Paragraph 2 ?
A.Temple was still popular in l949.
B.Temple was a failure as a child star.
C.Hollywood made a big fortune because of Temple.
D.People became tired of Temple in the Great Depression.
3.Temple attracted people’s attention again when
A.she entered Congress
B.she worked for the UN
C.she went on with the pohtical life
D.she announced to participate in the election
4.We know-from the last paragraph that Temple
A.wanted to lead a different life
B.regreued having left Hollywood
C.was content with her experiences
D.was sorry about her election failure
5.Which of the following best describes Temple?
A.3pecial and generous. B.Patient and sensitive.
C.Attractive and humorous.D.Talented and determined.
When my parents were alive,they were not very rich.Yet they helped their two older time after time.When Daddy passed away,his notebook showed debts from several of his children.I was not among them.I borrowed money and when I did,I set a repayment plan and to it.It was a matter of with me.I couldn’t stand owing my parents-or anyone else-mmoney because I watched them to help out my older sisters when they were in financial difficulties themselves.
These days,after the death of my parents,I am one of those people who can be to for help when they need it.Just as I can’t stand other people money,I can’t stand saying no to whoever needs help.I don’t helping others,but I would be more than glad if they would make a(n) to handle things themselves,perhaps by doing some planning-like planning not to speend money they don’t have!
Being ready to help others is a ,but sometimes the result will be to what you expect.I remember as a child what my father always said, “If at first you don’t succeed,try,try again!” Helping my children too often has them from learning to keep trying.Use your :who among my children will to walk if I supply the money to buy a car? Helped often,my children lost gradually the ability to problems themselves.
In most ,when people find you can help,they will ask you more and more.That's human,you know.
1.A.sons B.daughters C.brothers D.sisters
2.A.absent B.apart C.due D.different
3.A.always B.seldom C.often D.never
4.A.stuck B.attached C.agreed D.belonged
5.A.pleasure B.courage C.pride D.sorrow
6.A.struggle B.happen C.intend D.move
7.A.referred B.turned C.seen D.attended
8.A.cheating B.donating C.1ending D.owing
9.A.enjoy B.mind C.1ike D.miss
10.A.comment B.mess C.excuse D.effort
11.A.financial B.flexible C.typical D.particular
12.A.deed B.deal C.virtue D.task
13.A.contrary B.essential C.potential D.necessary
14.A.can B.may C.shall D.must
15.A.banned B.protected C.prevented D.freed
16.A.aHn B.leg C.body D.head
17.A.wait B.urge C.threat D.choose
18.A.solve B.assess C.seek D.analyse
19.A.affairs B.choices C.cases D.events
20.A.obtain B.attain C.provide D.prefer
There are many taxi drivers in our city.They often like to chat with passengers to time when the taxis are caught in traffic jams.The other day,I went home by taxi.Knowing I was a student,the driver told me that he was once a student twenty years ago. ,his family could not afford the school fees,so he dropped out of school at an early age.He me to work hard and go to a good college.I was moved by his kindness,but what really impressed me next was his .After arriving home,I soon realized that I had my cell phone in the taxi.Greatly worried,I immediately called my number, the driver would answer.Then came the driver's from tlle other end.He told me he had been my call and that he would gladly return my phone where he dropped me off earlier that day.Thanks to the driver,I got my phone .I believe honesty is one of the greatest a person should have.Thank you ever so much,Mr.Taxi driver.
1.A.have B.kill C.spend D.1ive
2.A.Unfortunately B.Unusually C.Absolutely D.Accurately
3.A.persuaded B.ordered C.required D.encouraged
4.A.modesty B.ability C.honesty D.security
5.A.forgotten B.placed C.left D.dropped
6.A.begging B.praying C.thinking D.saying
7.A.whisper B.noise C.sound D.voice
8.A.making B.expecting C.refusing D.fearing
9.A.over B.through C.back D.across
10.A.advantages B.achievements C.qualities D.images
Life is like an onion, sometimes makes you weep when you try to open it.
A.that B.which C.as D.what
He drank up the whole bottle of milk,not even a drop to his little brother.
A.1eave B.leaving C.1eft D.to leave
It suddenly occurred to me I hadn’t locked my door.
A.which B.where C.that D.whether