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How to prepare for the SAT or ACT
Plan your study
You will need at least 6-8 weeks of preparation time. 1. .—Therefore, it is better to work on them first. However, do not spend too much time trying to master them as you might loose out (松懈) on preparing for those topics that you know well. Prepare a daily schedule and set a target to keep yourself motivated and focused. This is the most efficient way of studying.
Read books and obtain study material
There are many books that provide tips, tricks, study guides, and practice problems. You can either buy one or borrow it from your local library. 2. . The ACT for Dummies and The SAT for Dummies are highly informative and provide a lot of tips and tricks to deal with the exam. However, mostly refer to the official SAT and ACT books.
3.
Yes! Make sure you know all the rules and regulations well while preparing for it. You shouldn’t have to waste even a second on reading the rules again and again. 4. , know the rules of each section. This will save time which you may need in solving some tough questions.
Review basic algebra
5. , review the basic algebra problems. They will come handy while solving problems. Go through the sample tests papers to get an idea of the kind of questions that are asked.
A. Whichever test you prepare for
B. Then you know your weaknesses well
C. It is quite an important time for any exam-taker
D. If you’re not a math person
E. Read all those instructions first
F. You can also check out Amazon for the books as well
G. Know your test well beforehand
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We have provided English for International Students’ — EIS courses to people from around the world for 40 years.
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Our teachers have worked in many countries; their experience will help you to develop international English communication skills.
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The College has students from more than 100 countries.
When you study English with us, you will have the opportunity to meet not only UK students, but also people from all over the world.
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1.What is the purpose of the passage?
A. To attract students from around the world.
B. To make South Thames College London known.
C. To stress the importance of EIS courses.
D. To compete against other language schools in London.
2. From the passage we learn that _____.
A. the College’s history goes back over a century
B. the teachers there come from all over the world
C. the college has a good reputation among its EIS students
D. the courses there just focus on language learning
3. Which key information is NOT given in this passage?
A. Experience of teachers.
B. Main purpose of the college.
C. Range of Courses.
D. Approved quality from authorities.
Do you have memories of being kidnapped (绑架)by aliens (外星人) and taken away rapidly in a spaceship? You wouldn’t be alone. Several thousand people worldwide reported to have had such experiences, researchers say. But in a new study, a psychology expert at London’s Goldsmiths College says these experiences are proof of the weakness of the human memory, rather than evidence of life in outer space.
“Maybe what we’re dealing with here is false memories, and not that people are actually being kidnapped and taken aboard spaceships,” says Professor Chris French, who surveyed 19 so-called victims.
Several of the victims reported being taken away from their beds or cars by alien creatures around four feet high, with long and lean arms and legs and oversized heads, French said. Some men said they were forced to take painful medical examinations by the aliens.
Many of the alien experiences could be explained by sleep paralysis, a condition in which a person is awake and aware of the surroundings but is unable to move. Sleep paralysis often leads to hallucinations —the experience of seeing or feeling something that is not really there and 40 percent of people experience the state at least once in their lives, French said. A rich imagination was also at play. Several of the alien victims were more likely to fantasize and reported to have seen ghosts (幽灵) and have unnatural abilities.
“People have very rich fantasy lives,” said French, who is due to present his findings at a public seminar at London’s Science Museum on Wednesday. “So much that they often mix up what’s happening in their heads with what is going on in the real world.”
1.According to Chris French, if someone told you an alien experience again, you might _____.
A. believe the story B. just laugh it away
C. wonder why D. report it to the police
2.The underlined word “fantasize” in Paragraph 4 probably means _____.
A. use vivid imagination B. tell the truth
C. have good memories D. make up excuses
3.What is the author’s attitude towards alien experiences?
A. Puzzling. B. Supportive.
C. Respectful. D. Objective.
4.Where can this passage probably be found?
A. A science magazine. B. A textbook.
C. A science fiction. D. A storybook.
Climbing Mount Everest, the world’s highest mountain, just became more challenging. The government of Nepal is telling climbers they cannot leave rubbish on the trails (山径). Each climber will have to come down the mountain with at least 18 pounds of garbage. That’s the average amount of rubbish a climber leaves behind on Everest.
Officials say climbers are responsible for their own rubbish. “We are not asking climbers to pick up rubbish left by someone else,” said Maddhu Sudan Burlakoti, who works for the Nepal Tourism Ministry. “We just want them to bring back what they took up.”
More than 4,000 people have reached the 29,035-foot mountain top in the past 60 years. Leaving rubbish along the way helps climbers keep their bags light so they have energy to reach the top. “The rubbish problem in Mount Everest is not new,” Burlakoti says. “When the people started to climb the mountain, they started to leave their garbage there.” They have left behind cans, tents, food wrappers, and equipment. Last year, climbers carried down a total of four tons of rubbish.
The new rule came into effect in April of 2014. To make sure it is followed, climbers will have to deposit money before the climb. Once they climb back down the mountain, officials will check climbers at a return camp to make sure they have the required 18 pounds of rubbish. If they do, their money will be returned to them. If they do not, climbers will not receive their deposit and they will not be given a permit the next time they want to climb Everest.
The goal is to make sure no more litter will be left on Everest, which has earned the nickname (绰号) the World’s Highest Dustbin. “As we offer Mount Everest to all the people of the world they should take responsibility to clean it,” Burlakoti says, “After seeing the results from this, we will extend this rule to other mountains also.”
1.What is mainly discussed in the passage?
A. Mount Everest is suffering white pollution.
B. A new rule was made to punish climbers.
C. Climbers were asked to clean up after themselves.
D. Mountains of garbage are left behind by climbers.
2.Why was a new rule made?
A. The rubbish problem there suddenly became serious.
B. Mount Everest was considered to be a big dustbin.
C. Climbers produced four tons of rubbish last year.
D. The number of climbers there was beyond control.
3.We can learn from Paragraph 4 that _____.
A. the new rule was once discussed in April of 2014
B. those who deposit money first will not be punished
C. all climbers are advised to take rubbish down
D. measures are taken to make sure the rule is followed
4.What can be inferred from what Burlakoti says?
A. The rule is being successfully carried out.
B. The rule is not effective as expected.
C. The effect of the rule remains to be seen.
D. The rule will be applied to other mountains.
I am a sophomore (大二学生) at Princeton University, where I am majoring in chemical engineering. I chose to study at UCD in the spring of 2015 primarily because I have always been interested in Ireland and Irish culture, but also to take advantage of UCD’s courses in pharmacology (药理学), a field not offered at my home school. I also chose UCD because of its Introduction to Scientific Research module, which matches visiting students with professors for a term-long research project, and because of the Science office’s friendliness and helpfulness. I am convinced that I made the best possible decision!
While at UCD I lived on campus, which allowed me to throw myself into everything the university has to offer. I was given the opportunity to work with Geraldine Butler’s lab. I loved it so much that I ended up heading to the lab almost every weekday, whenever I wasn’t attending my always-interesting classes in pharmacology. After lab, I enjoyed a variety of after-school activities—that was certainly a new experience for me.
Living in Dublin provided a great opportunity for seeing the rest of Ireland and Europe. I spent my weekends and spring break traveling to every corner of the island, amazed at all of the history and natural beauty. I was also able to visit the UK, the Netherlands, Belgium, Denmark and Sweden. After every trip, it was nice to return to friendly Dublin and head out with my roommates to one of our favorite pubs.
I would highly recommend studying abroad at UCD. I learned so much from my courses and my research project and had a wonderful time exploring Ireland. I can’t wait to come back!
1. Where is the author when he is writing the passage?
A. At Princeton University. B. At UCD.
C. In the UK. D. In Sweden.
2.Which is NOT the reason why the author chose UCD ?
A. He was attracted by Ireland and Irish culture.
B. There was a chance for him to change his major.
C. It offered visiting students a guided research project.
D. The staff in the Science office were friendly and helpful.
3. What does the author feel at the moment?
A. Excited. B. Upset.
C. Worried. D. Tired.
4.What probably can be the best title of the passage?
A. A Scientific Project. B. Colorful School Life.
C. Live on Campus. D. Study Abroad at UCD.
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1、自我介绍;
2、拟捐赠图书的类型、册数、用途等;
3、询问对方的其他需求。
注意：
(1)词数不少于100;
(2)请适当加入细节，使内容充实、行文连贯。
参考词汇： 学生会 the Student union
