Most of us lead a busy life.1.We think, “If I reached my goal, then I would be happy”, or “If I could get a better job, then I would enjoy life.” But why not enjoy life right now?
Firstly, take time to notice and appreciate the beauty in your own surroundings.2.“There is a great big world of wonder and beauty around us!” And as Brodersen explains, “Look for the beauty of the sunrise and of a friend’s smile that brightens your day. Open your eyes to see the beauty you might not normally see. Doing so helps to cheer you up.”
Secondly, taking time to experience some simple pleasures also can bring joy to your heart and ease your stress. Take me for example.3.One universal simple pleasure is finding things that make you laugh. Make time to laugh every day.
Thirdly, don’t take your family and friends for granted. Rich, rewarding relationships add greatly to the enjoyment of life. When you think of someone, why not call, e-mail or write them?4.As Wayne Lawton explains, “Invest time in relationships. Remove the attitude, what’s in it for me? Happiness is found in putting other’s interests, desires and concerns ahead of our own whenever possible. Selfishness is a dead-end street.”5.
A. Be aware of beauty in nature.
B. So please treasure relationship.
C. You don’t need to travel far to find beauty.
D. Driven by the “urgent”, we forget to enjoy life.
E. In my spare time, I enjoy collecting stamps and reading novels.
F. A short e-mail or phone call can make a world of difference to someone.
G. I delight in simple things like my favorite tea drink, a bubble bath or family photos.
Last month, high school teacher Charles Tandy gave away his television. “I’m not the sort of person who thinks that television is a complete waste of time—some programs can actually be quite educational,” he says. “I just wanted to be able to have more conversations with my friends and family, and TV prevents you a lot of programs aren’t suitable for their children.
But some experts are now arguing that television is making the world a better place. Paul Wood, and Australian psychologist, has studied the effect of TV in many different countries. He says that educational programs don’t bring many benefits. However, popular different countries. He says that educational programs don’t bring many benefits. However, popular dramas about everyday life are helping to improve people’s lives in various ways. He says, for example, that such programs increase understanding about the sorts of problems that teenagers have, particularly ones that damage their education.
Lucan Hobbs, professor of media studies, says that the issues that surround TV may be even wider. “In some countries, popular music competitions and reality shows have made many people believe that anyone can be famous, even though this may not be true. This is having a big effect on the way young people see society and could continue to do so in the future.” He says.
There may be on final reason why people see TV differently. Over the last 50 or 60 years, the world has learned to deal with TV. We realize that I can bring a few benefits and we are no longer afraid of it. But now there is something else to consider—the Internet. By comparison, the gentle television set in the corner of every sitting room seems almost friendly.
1.Why did Charles Tandy get tired of his television?
A. He considered it to be a waste of time.
B. He thought television was bad for his children.
C. He was disappointed with his time talking to people.
D. He preferred to spend his time talking to people.
2.Lucan Hobbs thinks that television .
A. is making a lot of young people famous
B. has greatly affected young people
C. is turning the world into an unrealistic one
D. is becoming more popular with young people
3.What is the best title for the text?
A. How Television Works?
B. Is television a Social Media?
C. Is television a Good Thing?
D. How Television Won the Internet?
Global English Center General English in all four skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. * 3-month (700 yuan ), 6-month (1,200 yuan ) and one-year (2,000 yuan) courses. * Choice of morning or evening classes, 3 hours per day, Mon. -- Fri. * Experienced college English teachers. * Close to the city center and bus stops Add: 105 Zhongshan Road Tel: 6760000 |
Modern Language School * Special courses in English for business, travel, banking, hotel management and office skills. * Small classes (12~16 students ) on Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.. * English teachers from Canada and the USA. * 3-month (1,000 yuan), 6-month (1,800 yuan). Add: 675 Park Road Tel: 6777777 |
The 21st Century English Training Center * We offer morning or afternoon classes. Both of which last three months and a half at a cost of 800 yuan. Entrance exams: June 1 and December 1. * We also have a six-week TOEFL preparation class during winter and summer holidays * Only 15-minute walk from city center. Call 6016666 for more information. |
The International House of English * 3-or 6-month English course for students of all levels at very low cost: 60 yuan for 12 hours per week; convenient class hours: 9:00~12:00 a.m. and 2:00~5:00 p.m. * 4-month evening classes for developing speaking skills(same cost as day classes) * Well- trained foreign teachers * Free sightseeing tours and social activities * Very close to the Central Park. Call 6886666 for further information. |
1. offers free sightseeing tours.
A. Global English Center
B. Modern Language School
C. The 21st Century English Training Center
D. The International House of English
2.How much do you have to pay if you want to learn English in Modern Language School for six month?
A. 800.
B. 1,000.
C. 1,200.
D. 1,800.
3.Why is The 21st Century English Training Center different from others?
A. It has an entrance exam for learners.
B. It is the nearest to the city enter.
C. Its address doesn’t appear in the advertisement.
D. The teachers are from Canada and the USA.
4.You should call if you want to improve reading and writing skills.
A. 6760000
B. 6777777
C. 6016666
D. 6886666
Denny Parker lived in a bad place. Because of a youth gang（帮派）, he wanted to leave the area. The gang often caused trouble in the high school. As he was walking out of history class one day, Denny bumped（撞上） into another student. “Sorry,” he said, and kept walking. But he was stopped. Turning around, he found himself facing a very large， angry boy. It was Bill Douglas, a member of the gang!
“Hey，you pushed me!” Bill cried.
“Come on, Bill,” answered Denny, “I said I was sorry.”
“You're going to be sorry,” Bill said. “I will give you a lesson after school.”
“Oh, no,” thought Denny, hurrying to his next class. “I'm in trouble now.” The more he thought about it， the more fearful he became.
Then a word came to Denny's mind—courage. He decided to face it with courage. He had nothing to lose—except a few teeth. After school, many students waited on the corner. News had spread that there would be a fight． Bill Douglas and his gang were waiting, too.
“Hey, Parker,” Bill laughed as Denny walked near. “Let me teach you a lesson.”
Denny answered loudly, “Well, come on. I'm not afraid.”
There was silence. Then the students began to applaud（鼓掌）.They cried, “Denny! Denny!” The noise was very loud. The gang members ran away one by one. Denny won with his courage.
1.Bill was going to _________．
A. give Denny a good beating
B. teach Denny how to fight
C. teach Denny how to be polite
D. talk about some problems with Denny
2.What decision did Denny make at last?
A. He needed to say sorry to Bill.
B. He should face Bill with courage.
C. He must tell the teacher everything.
D. He had to ask the other students for help.
3.Which of the following is NOT true?
A. The students hoped that Denny would win the fight.
B. At first, Denny was afraid that the gang members would beat him.
C. The students were unhappy when they saw the gang members run away.
D. At first, Bill thought that Denny was afraid of him.
假设你是李华，外教Santos先生回国前今天最后一次给你班上课。现在，请你代表全班发言，内容包括：
1．表达感激之情；
2．回忆各种收获；
3．表不舍与祝福。
注意：
1．词数100字左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Santos,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处，每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均限一词。
2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
Dear Peter,
How are you doing? I am writing to tell you what my uncle Li Ming is going to your city for a conference, and I have asked him bring you the Chinese painting you’ve asked for ago. Also, I’d like you to do me a favor. Would you please meet your uncle at the airport and take him to his hotel since this was his first visit to the U.S.? Thank you in the advance! His flight number is CA985, but it will arrive at 11:30 am, August 6. My uncle is tall and he is worn glasses. And he will be at a blue jacket.
Looking forward to hear from you soon.
Yours,
Li Hua
