I got into the teaching profession by choice. I was then in 9th grade, when my mathematics teacher asked me to take a class for a few students to whom the subject seemed difficult. And believe me, I enjoyed the teaching. I never knew teaching would be so interesting. I loved my freshmen and was delighted to teach my so-called students who came up with lots of good questions.
After my post graduation, I worked as a software developer with a public sector(部门) in Bangalore for a few years. But I realized that no job could provide me the satisfaction that I experienced while teaching and training. In fact, I feel it was a timely realization for me to choose the teaching profession. I applied to a few colleges, and finally I was chosen as a “Lecturer”, and I had to lecture graduate and post-graduate students in a college.
On the first day, I was nervous thinking that I had to teach the senior classes. But now I can say that taking lectures was one of the best experiences of my life. I was a Computer Science and Information Technology Lecturer, but I tried to help my students with subjects that were not within my domain(范围). It was a new feeling to me every morning before going to the classes. I used to feel energized and excited thinking that the class would be lit up with bright faces to greet me, “Good morning, Madam”.
To me each day was a new beginning, with new feelings, new experiences and new queries(疑问). I loved to explore their young minds, read their inquisitive faces when a particular topic seemed tough. It was very challenging to motivate them to take part in the classroom, think critically, question and also respect others’ point of view. Though few things never seemed easy, it was very exciting to assure them that they really can. That is the reason, I love to teach.
1.From the first paragraph, we can know .
A. the author’s maths teacher was strict with him
B. the author felt happy to teach the students
C. not all the teachers like students to ask questions
D. the author in the beginning thought teaching boring
2.Why did the author refuse working as a software developer?
A. Because the salary was lower than that being a teacher.
B. Because the working conditions were quite bad.
C. Because he didn’t feel the same satisfaction as being a teacher.
D. Because he wanted to try more chance to challenge his value.
3.Which of the following statements is TURE?
A. The author looked down upon being a teacher at first.
B. The author taught knowledge about various subjects.
C. The author found teaching was easier than any jobs.
D. The author encouraged students to take part in outdoor activities.
4.What’s the best title of the passage?
A. Choosing your job according to your interest
B. How to build a good relationship with students
C. An unforgettable teaching experience
D. Why I love to work as a teacher
I used to think that life in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, was filled with never-changing routines. I hated that everyone seemed to know everything about everyone else. Everyone seemed to enjoy talking about other people and their lives. I also didn’t like the fact that people seemed very close-minded. I felt trapped. I felt like I was missing out on opportunities. It seemed to me that city life would be the opposite.
Then I took my first trip to New York City. I couldn’t wait to experience the city. However, when I arrived in the Big Apple, it wasn’t at all what I had imagined. I knew it was home to thousands of people, but I hadn’t had the least expectation to see so many people on the street at one time. All the streets were filled with people. I also felt a little surprised to see that everyone was in a hurry and everything moved at such a fast pace. When I took the subway for the first time, I said hello to the middle-aged woman next to me. She looked at me with dislike and didn’t say a word.
After just one day, I realized how important my small town is to me. Now I appreciate the familiar faces I see every day. I like the feeling of security（安全） and belonging my town offers. Jim Thorpe gives me a sense of community and togetherness that the city doesn’t provide. I realize just how much a simple hello does for a stranger — it really can make your day a little better.
My big trip showed me that my small town really has instilled(注入) morals and values in me that I didn’t even know I had. I never would have known what a big place my town holds in my heart if I had not taken that trip to New York City.
1.How did the author feel about life in Jim Thorpe at first?
A. People there cared little about others.
B. People there liked to accept new things.
C. Living there was a great disadvantage.
D. There were many chances of career development.
2.What surprised the author most in New York City?
A. The gestures of greeting.
B. The modern transportation.
C. The fast pace of life.
D. The crowded streets.
3.What made the author change his / her attitudes to his /her hometown?
A. Travelling to New York City.
B. The familiar faces in Jim Thorpe.
C. A big place in his / her town.
D. Everybody likes talking about others.
4.What would be the best title for the passage?
A. Love of my small town
B. A sense of community
C. A pleasant trip to New York City
D. Differences between big cities and small towns
A
Time | Event | Location | Audience |
10：15 a．m. on Wednesday | BABY_AND_ME Babies from birth to 18 months old and their parents/caregivers can enjoy great books, lively songs, and rhymes, and meet other babies in the neighborhood. This program is limited to 35 participants. | Muhlenberg Library, Community Room | Children, Infant (0－18 months) |
0：30 a．m. on Wednesday | OPEN_LAB Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Never touched a computer? This is the time and place for you to get ahead with 21st century technology! Bring your technology questions and/or your wireless enabled device and get oneonone assistance, discover online tutorials, improve your skills, exceed the limits of your imagination！ | St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab | Adults |
10 a．m. on Thursday | I_NEED_A_DOCTOR:_HEALTH_INFO_ONLINE Learn to find consumer health information online, including doctors’ credentials, hospital information, drug side effects, conventional and alternative medical treatments of diseases, diets, weight loss, nutrition and exercises, and how to evaluate these websites. | Kips Bay Library | Adults |
12 noon on Thursdays | No talking, no cell phone, and no noise are required in our quiet study room. This room is open thanks to our volunteers, and is subject to their availability. If you are interested in keeping the quiet study room open more hours, please see a staff member about becoming a volunteer! Quiet Study Hours: Mondays 12－5, Tuesdays 1－5, Wednesdays 1－5, Thursdays 12－5, Fridays 10－3, Saturdays 10－3. Subject to cancellation /change of hours without prior notice. | 67th Street Library | 50＋， Book Lovers， Business people |
1.Who will probably take part in the event “BABY AND ME”？
A. Book lovers. B. Businessmen.
C. Infants. D. Adults 50＋.
2.Where will you go if you want to learn about computer technology?
A. Muhlenberg Library.
B. St. George Library Center.
C. Kips Bay Library.
D. 67th Street Library.
3.In which event can you work as a volunteer?
A. BABY AND ME.
B. OPEN LAB.
C. I NEED A DOCTOR: HEALTH INFO ONLINE.
D. QUIET STUDY ROOM.
假如你是高一学生李华，你的美国笔友 Mike 本学期来华当交流生(exchange student)，他感觉与同学用汉语交流很费劲。请你根据以下要点给他写一封建议信，帮助他快速提高汉语水平，同时，你也希望得到 Mike 给你英语学习的建议。
要点如下：
1.你的建议。
2.希望得到 Mike 学习英语的建议。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Mike,
Yours,
Li Hua
阅读下列各小题，根据括号内提示完成句子。
1.It is known to us all that he achieved his success his diligence and intelligence.(以…为基础)
2.The more passions we have towards life, the more happiness we experience.(有可能)
3.It is easy him in a crowd because he is very tall.(挑出)
4.I dream of visiting the West Lake one day, Hangzhou is famous in the world.(介词+关系代词)
5.Liu Xing TV his friend Li Ming came in. (句型：正在做…，这时…)
根据下列各句句意及所给单词首字母或汉语提示，用单词的适当形式填空，并把完整单词填写在答题卷相应的位置上。
1.The girl likes cats but d___________ dogs.
2.A panda is really our n___________ treasure.
3.Doing exercises every day has a positive e___________ on one’s health.
4.Westerners do not often entertain guests, but Chinese often invite friends to dinner. A lot of westerners feel p___________ to this question.
5.As we all know, playing computer games for a long time is very h___________ to our health.
6.As a member of Red Cross, he never fails to ___________(志愿)to help those in need.
7.___________(幸运地是), the storm did only a little damage to the crops.
8.Illegal hunting is threatening the ___________(幸存)of the wildlife.
9.You should have more ___________(自信)in your own abilities.
10.She_____________(集中)her mind on her lessons.
