I was born and raised in New York and I know how much money beggars (乞丐) make a day. I had never given money to beggars. But last night I ___ give one some. Around 3a.m., I____at a McDonald’s in Harlem to use the restroom. I saw a beggar waiting for me to go over so that he could____the door for me and ask for change. I was ___already. “Why can’t I go to the restroom without him asking me for money?” I thought.
I have no problem saying“___” to beggars. I guess being New Yorkers we are_____ to it. But as I____him and he helped open the door, I looked into his eyes and something ____me. When he asked for change, I____ my pocket, but only a cent(美分) was there. I gave it to him.
Sitting in the restroom, I___ some more change in my wallet – about 3 quarters（两角五分） and some cents. I was going to just give him the cents. It was____ for me to part (分开)with quarters. A(n) ____began in my mind.
The dialogue in my____went like this. You didn’t know what he would do with the _____. But I really thought he was cold and wanted something to keep him____. I was not sure why quarters were so hard for me to____.
The___ he opened the door for me I dropped all the change in his hands.
As I drove my car away, I watched the man___ the change and smiling. I might not know____he was really hungry but I knew I won the battle over the change. Helping others always makes you the____.
1.A. do B. had C. did D. have
2.A. pointed B. stopped C. looked D. ate
3.A. repair B. check C. answer D. open
4.A. strict B. selfish C. angry D. patient
5.A. no B. pardon C. goodbye D. thanks
6.A. similar B. limited C. used D. devoted
7.A. approached B. invited C. blamed D. recognized
8.A. touched B. frightened C. bored D. excited
9.A. pulled out B. reached in C. thought of D. depended on
10.A. referred to B. watched out C. looked for D. left out
11.A. common B. safe C. dangerous D. hard
12.A. attempt B. discussion C. story D. battle
13.A. head B. mouth C. dream D. note
14.A. food B. money C. chance D. job
15.A. patient B. calm C. full D. warm
16.A. give up B. hand in C. put away D. pass on
17.A. way B. moment C. place D. condition
18.A. comparing B. spending C. counting D. sparing
19.A. how B. whether C. when D. why
20.A. instructor B. friend C. supporter D. winner
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People often dream of a perfect holiday with white sands, blue beaches and so on. But traveling or sometimes even planning a trip can be a stress. Here are some tips to make your holiday a memorable one.
● Plan ahead. The first thing you need to do is to be sure of what you need from this 
trip. Do you want to experience the local culture or just have fun on those sandy beaches?2.
● Read up before you go. 3. Buy a good guidebook and read up on the culture, history, local attractions of the place. You can read the local publications online or surf the Net for more information. The more you know, the better you can enjoy the place and its traditions.
● Pack light and right. Pack only the important things.4. A heavy luggage may sometimes influence your holiday spirit. Carry clothes that are comfortable and right for the season. As much as possible try to put everything you need in a single carry-on bag.
● 5.Unreasonable（不合理的） expectations can lead to unwanted stress, so enjoy the holiday by managing what you can with the time you have. Enjoy each moment, whether good or bad.
A. Always book your stay.
B. Have realistic expectations.
C. How to plan for a perfect holiday
D. Avoid carrying unnecessary things around.
E. Plan your trip according to your needs and likes.
F. Prepare yourself before visiting an unknown holiday place.
G. All you need is to get away from busy people and the world.
For years I have had no idea what I have been doing with my life. I was a 30-year-old lawyer(律师) in New York. But being a lawyer was never my dream or goal in life. I honestly wanted to be a writer. I have a great imagination and would write amazing stories in my head. But I always knew that being a writer was never possible for me because it was a better financial decision to stay a lawyer.
Recently, I couldn’t fall asleep at my usual time of 10 p. m. and when I did fall asleep I had the same dream over and over again. The dream starts with me in the ocean trying to go for a swim and I’m searching for something, but I start to drown(溺水) and have no control over my body. Then a light shines through the waters and when I look up all I can see is myself in a bright white room writing a novel. Then I hear a voice say repeatedly, “Now is the time to try something new!”
It wasn’t just a dream；it was my opportunity to make something good out of my life. That afternoon, I quit my job at the law firm and I couldn’t have been any happier. My life started at 30, and every day since that point I haven’t stopped enjoying life. I started to write and have been on the best-sellers（畅销书） list for the last two months. Things have definitely turned around.
Change is a good thing; it gives us an opportunity to take a chance. So my two favorite words I live by and so should you are “change and chance”.
1.From the first paragraph, we can know that ________.
A. a lawyer is likely to earn more than a writer
B. it is unlikely that the author becomes a writer
C. the author is a 30-year-old lawyer at present
D. the author prefers to be a lawyer rather than a writer
2.The second paragraph mainly talks about the author’s ________.
A. strong desire to become a writer
B. difficulty in sleeping at night.
C. wish to have a swim in the waters
D. terrible swimming experience in the ocean.
3.The best title of the text might be _________.
A. Change and Choice B. Lawyer or Writer
C. Change and Chance D. Risk or Opportunity
Most animals have little connection with animals of a different kind, unless they hunt them for food. Sometimes, however, two kinds of animals come together in a partnership (伙伴关系) which is good for both of them. You may have noticed some birds sitting on the backs of sheep. This is not because they want a ride, but because they find easy food in the parasites (寄生虫) on sheep. The sheep allow the birds to do so because they remove the cause of discomfort. So although they can manage without each other, they do better together.
Sometimes an animal has a plant partner. The relationship develops until the two partners cannot manage without each other. This is so in the corals(珊瑚) of the sea. In their skins they have tiny plants which act as “dustmen”, taking some of the waste products from the coral and giving in return oxygen which the animal needs to breathe. If the plants are killed, or are even prevented from receiving light so that they cannot live normally, the corals will die.
1.We learn from the text that corals depend on plants for______.
A. food B. light
C. oxygen D. comfort
2.Some birds like to sit on a sheep because _______.
A. they enjoy travelling with the sheep
B. they can eat the parasites on the sheep
C. they depend on the sheep for existence
D. they find the position most comfortable
3.The underlined word “they” in the first paragraph refers to ____.
A. birds and sheep B. birds and parasites
C. parasites and sheep D. sheep, birds and parasites
4.What does the second paragraph mainly discuss?
A. Some animals live better together.
B. Some plants depend on each other for food.
C. Some animals and plants develop their relationship easily.
D. Some animals and plants depend on each other for existence
Dear Sir or Madam,
I am writing to apply for the Sales Manager position on the careers page of the King Computers website. Last year King Computers added five new offices, making it the largest computer sales and services company in the state. I understand that one of the company’s aims is to expand outside of the Washington area. I hope to have the chance to play an important role in your growing business. As a sales manager with Diamond Computers, I expanded our sales area by 150% in two years. I am sure that my leadership and experience will help King Computers achieve its goals, too.
I have worked in the field of computer sales for over fifteen years. Now I am a sales manager for Diamond Computers based in Seattle. I am skilled at managing accounts and increasing sales revenue(收益). Last year, my team produced $960,000 in revenue---the highest in the company. I am experienced at planning sales strategies(策略), developing advertising campaigns, and creating sales budgets（预算）.
King Computers is well-known for its customer-first philosophy. In my fifteen years in sales, this way of thinking is the most important thing I have learned. A sales strategy should never be just about getting money from customers. I believe it’s important to take the time to listen to each customer---to understand what he or she really needs. As a sales manager for King Computers, I will be in a great position to do just that.
If you are looking for a skilled sales manager with a history of success, I would be delighted to speak with you.
I look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely,
Paul Reubens
1.According to the passage, what is Paul Reubens?
A. the sales manager of the Diamond Computers
B. the interviewer of the Diamond Computers
C. the sales manager of the King Computers
2.What is one of King Computers’ aims?
A. To set new goals. B. To add five new offices.
C. To hire more sales managers. D. To make its business grow bigger.
3.Paul Reubens is experienced at _______.
A. managing accounts B. creating sales budgets
C. planning sales strategies D. all above
4.Paul Reubens wrote this letter in order to________.
A. tell us that he is skillful as a sales manager
B. show he is fit for the job at King Computers
C. explain why he is interested in selling computers
D. describe what he has experienced for over fifteen years
Opening in 1934, the Brookfield Zoo quickly received a worldwide reputation for its special displays and unique exhibits.
Address: 1st Avenue between Ogden Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield, Illinois
Phone: 708-688-8000
Getting to the Brookfield Zoo by Public Transportation:
The Metra Rail Burlington Northern line runs from Union Station downtown to the “Zoo Stop”
Driving from Downtown:
Drive along the Eisenhower Expressway west to First Avenue exit and follow the signs to the zoo entrance.
The Brookfield Zoo Tickets:
Adults(aged12-64):$13.50; Seniors(aged65+):$9.50; Children(aged3-11):$7.50; (under3, free)
The Brookfield Zoo Featured Exhibits:
Tropic World; Wolf Woods; Living Coast; Seven Seas; Fragile Kingdom;
About the Brookfield Zoo:
The Brookfield Zoo is located just 14 miles west of downtown Chicago. It’s home to a variety of animal species, and its use of natural barriers(屏障) and moats(壕沟) is so much more relaxing and enjoyable than watching a lion walking in a cage（笼子）.
For more information about the Brookfield Zoo, click here.
1.Where can you read this passage?
A. in a newspaper B. in a magazine
C. in a textbook D. on the Internet
2.Where is the entrance to the Brookfield Zoo?
A. At 31st Street. B. At Ogden Avenue.
C. At First Avenue. D. At the Eisenhower Station.
3.How much should a middle-aged couple and their 5-year-old twins pay if they visit the zoo?
A. $21 B. $28.5 C. $42 D. $46
4.What make(s) the Brookfield Zoo more attractive and enjoyable?
A. Its cheap tickets. B. Its cage-less displays.
C. Its various activities. D. Its worldwide reputation
