Eco City Farms(生态城市农场) are becoming more popular in cities and towns around the Unites States.
Eco City Farms in Edmonton, Maryland, is located near shopping centers, car repair shops and homes. The neighborhood is a working-class community(社区). People do not have very much money. And they have limited access to fresh food in markets.
Over the past two years, the farm has attracted volunteers from the community like Marcy Clark. She schools her four children at home. On a recent day she brought them to Eco City Farms for a lesson. Her son Alston Clark thinks his experience is very valuable.“I like coming out here,”he says,“You know, you connect with the earth, where your food comes from. You appreciate the food a little bit more.”
Margaret Morgan started Eco City Farms. She thinks of it as a place where people can learn to live healthier lives. “Growing food in a community brings people together,”she continues,“Every piece of what we do here is a demonstration(示范) to show people everything about how to have an eco-friendly community.”she says. From the Eco City Farms people come to know that they are not only growing food and raising chickens and bees, but improving the soil with compost(肥料)made from food waste.
Eco City Farms is an experimental operation. The farm gets its power not from the local electricity networks, but from the sun with solar panels. In winter, the green house use a geothermal(地热)system.
Vegetables can be grown all year. So once a week, all winter long, neighbors like Chris Moss and her three children bike to the farm to pick up a share of the harvest.
“I like eating the vegetables ”say five-year-old Owen Moss.
1.What is mainly talked about in the passage?
A. Eco City Farms save a lot of energy.
B. Eco City Farms are gaining popularity.
C. Eco City Farms are influencing community life.
D. Eco City Farms helps the working-class live better.
2. According to the passage, Eco City Farms are close to the following places EXCEPT______.
A. shopping centers B. car repair shops
C. fast-food restaurants D. working-class community
3.What is the author’s attitude toward Eco City Farms?
A. Enthusiastic(热心的). B. Disappointed.
C. Surprised. D. Doubtful.
4. In which column(专栏) of a newspaper can you most probably read this article?
A. People. B. Travel. C. Environment. D. Education.
In the winter months the temperature in most of Canada usually stays below 0℃. However, in some parts of Canada, such as southern British Columbia, the temperature rarely goes below 0℃. In most areas where people live, snow will be on the ground from mid-December to the middle of March. Though Canada’s winter may be much colder and longer than you are used to, it can be very enjoyable. For many Canadians, being active in winter is an important part of enjoying life. There are many outdoor winter activities, including skiing, ice fishing, walking, and skating. Joining in one of these activities may help you appreciate winter and enjoy your time outside in the snow.
Dressing for winter.
During winter in Canada, you will need warm clothing. If possible, arrive with these items or be prepared to buy them soon after your arrival. You will need:
＊A warm waterproof(防水) boots.
＊A scarf(围巾) for your neck.
＊A hat that covers your ears.
＊Gloves for your hands.
＊Thick winter coats, pants(裤子) and sweaters.
Layers(层) keep you warm.
It’s a good idea to layer your clothing by, for example, wearing a T-shirt and a sweater underneath a jacket. If you become too hot, it is always easier to remove a piece of clothing than to add another. On the West Coast, prepare to dress for cool rainy or snowy weather. You will need:
＊A warm waterproof coat.
＊Waterproof hats.
＊An umbrella.
＊Rain boots or snow boots.
Learn more about weather and seasons across Canada. You can also contact(联系) Related Links.com, for example, an immigrant-serving(移民服务) organization in the community where you live for more information about dressing for winter.
1. What is the main purpose of the first paragraph?
A. To tell about the details about Canada.
B. To show many outdoor winter activities.
C. To introduce the daily life of Canada.
D. To encourage you to enjoy winter in Canada.
2. What is the important part for many Canadians in winter?
A. Ice fishing. B. Joining a group
C. Leading an active life. D. Staying in the snow
3.If you spend a winter in Canada, you will prepare all EXCEPT_______.
A. an umbrella and sunglasses
B. thick winter coats and a scarf
C. waterproof hats and a scarf
D. snow boots and gloves
4.The author suggest layering your clothing probably because_______
A. it is cool to dress like that.
B. it is a rule to dress like that.
C. the weather there is changeable.
D. the weather is usually very hot.
We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.
You have to give a speech, and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble(结巴) over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”
Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion(场合)? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience. Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.
If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.
1.The main idea of this article is that .
A. you can improve your speaking ability
B. a poor speaker can never change
C. you should always make a short speech
D. it is hard to make a speech
2. Paragraph 2 implies that .
A. many people are afraid of giving a speech
B. many people are happy to give a speech
C. many people do not prepare for a speech
D. many people talk to long
3.The phrase “talk over their heads” means .
A. speaking too loudly
B. looking at the ceiling
C. looking down upon them
D. using words and ideas that are too difficult
4. The title for this passage may be “ ”.
A. Do Not Make a Long Speech
B. How to Give a Good Speech
C. How to Prepare for a Speech
D. Try to Enjoy a Speech
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
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Fun Day To celebrate the Year of the snake Organised by Lam Tin Youth Centre and Kwun Tong High School Date: 2 February 2013 Time: 10 am—5 pm Place: Kwun Tong Playground Fee: $20 (buy three get one free) Programmes: drama, lion dance, magic show and ballet performance Highlights: 1) enter the lucky draw to win a digital camera 2) learn to make festival food Join us on the Fun Day! All are welcome! Free Soft Drinks Note: ● Tickets are available at the General Office of Lam Tin Youth Center ● For those who would like to be a volunteer, please contact Miss Olivia Wong one week before the activity. |
1. What you have just read is a ________.
A. note B. report C. schedule D. poster
2. What is going to take place on 2 February 2013?i
A. A big event to welcome a Chinese new year.
B. A social gathering to raise money for wildlife.
C. A party for close friends to meet and have fun.
D. A meeting of Kwun Tong High School students.
3. How much do you have to pay in total if four of you go together?
A. $20. B. $40. C. $60. D. $80.
假如你叫张玉，是一名中学生。最近，某报社发表了一篇题为《过健康生活有哪些好方法？》的文章，结果引起人们的广泛争议。请你结合人们不同的观点，发表你自己的看法，给该报社写一封信。
有些人认为 | 另外一些人认为 |
1．要吃均衡的饮食，多吃富含纤维素和维生素的新鲜水果和蔬菜； 2．少吃含糖分和脂肪太多的食物，如黄油、奶酪和巧克力，否则容易使人长胖。 | 1．养成好的生活习惯很重要，比如最好坚持每天做运动，以强身健体； 2．要改掉那些损害健康的坏习惯，如喝酒、抽烟、熬夜等。 |
你的看法：...... | |
参考词汇：新鲜的 fresh; 黄油 butter; 做运动 take physical exercises;
增强 strengthen; 改掉 get rid of; 熬夜 stay up late.
写作要求：
1.只用5句话表达全部内容，包括人们的观点和你自己的看法，词数100字左右；
2.内容必须包括所有要点和你自己的看法；
3.书写规范整洁；
4.文章开头和结尾已经给出，不计句数和字数。 （By Lewis）
Dear Editor,
I’m writing to tell you about the topic of “Are there good ways to live a healthy life?”
Yours truly,
Zhang Yu
根据下面各个句子的要求，完成、改写或翻译句子。
1.The girls want to_____ _____ ______ _____ (捉弄) Henry.
2. Jack _____ _____ ______ _____ (肯定穿上了盛装) for the wedding(婚礼).
3. The Dragon Boat Festival in China _____(be) held _____ _____ ______ (纪念) the famous ancient poet，Qu Yuan.
4.Jason looks so fat. He_____ _____ ______ _____(长胖了) recently.
5.----Must I be home before eight o’clock, Mum?
----No, _____ _____ ______ _____.
6.This earthquake made us lose _____ _____ ______ _____ (大量的) money.
7.Going to bed early_____ _____ ______ _____ (对......有益) your health.
8.这就是她想要的。（用表语从句翻译）
____________________________________________________________________________
9.How can I get to the railway station? Can you tell me?（用宾语从句合并成一个句子）
____________________________________________________________________________
10.请准许我进入这个停车场，因为你本该信守诺言的。（翻译）
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（By Lewis）
