On the first day of my new high school, I almost had a nervous breakdown. Everything about the school seemed so difficult. When I got home, my parents said, “You're nervous and that's okay. Everyone is afraid of high school.” I denied it. I wanted to be strong, so I refused to let anyone know about my fear, even my closest friends.
On the first day I was late for every class and was constantly lost. The school seemed like a puzzle that I couldn't figure out. Was this how the whole year was going to be? I didn't think I could rise to this challenge, especially carrying a huge backpack that I could hardly lift. It was so big that I could knock someone out with it! The schoolmates seemed to regard me as a fool, and they were probably right.
Despite my fears, after the first week I finally had my schedule figured out. With the exception of falling up and down the stairs a couple of times and getting laughed at, high school was turning out to be not so bad. It was actually much better than middle school and much more challenging.
Since then, I've been elected vice monitor of my class, which wasn't much of a victory since only three people ran for the four positions.
It is normal to be scared about a new school. Take a deep breath and relax. High school is something that any student can overcome. Make sure you participate in some out-of-class activities because you'll find it easier to make friends. Try to do your best, even if it isn't straight A's.
Most important of all, be who you are, whether you're a “fool”， an athlete, or a lower grader. Don't try to pretend to be someone you're not. Now you know the true secrets of high school.
1.The main reason for the author's fear on his first day is that ________.
A. he was unable to work out the puzzle
B. his schoolmates were unfriendly to him
C. he was not familiar with the new surroundings
D. his schoolbag was too heavy for him to carry
2.From the author's first day experience we can infer that ________.
A. his home was far from the school
B. he got to school before classes began
C. he was fond of the school immediately.
D. he didn't know the right way to class
3.After his first week at school, the author ________.
A. was still not accustomed to the schedule
B. gradually adjusted himself to the new school
C. found high school not so challenging as he had imagined
D. ran for monitor of his class against three other students
4.According to the passage, the secret of the author's success lies mainly in ________.
A. making more friends
B. getting more A's at school
C. being who he really is
D. joining in out-of-class activities
Probably over half of Americans are overweight in different degrees, a fact most newcomers quickly notice. This is because of a diet that is high in fat, sugar, and salt. In the South, much food is fried or flavored with fat.
You will see many television commercials about dieting and exercising, indicating the serious concern people have about their weight problems. Many Americans lose weight by restricted diets and much exercise as obesity is considered harmful to good health, appearance, and longevity(长寿).
Many Americans can afford to eat well and have jobs that do not offer much opportunity for exercise. The possession of cars also limits the amount of exercise most people get. It is therefore easy for Americans to put on weight, and many newcomers have found that the good food and lack of exercise can add pounds on them, too.
Generally, Americans hate being overweight, and some people—especially women and teenage girls—suffer from eating disorders. These disorders can become health-threatening or ever life-threatening and often require psychiatric treatment(精神病治疗). Even those who do not suffer from eating disorders often eat carefully to control their weight.
1.According to the passage, newcomers usually ______ because of the diet and lifestyle of America.
A. get used to it B. put on weight C. get unhappy D. afford to eat well
2.The best title of the passage is ______.
A. Americans Eating Disorders B. Americans Health Problem
C. Harmful Diet in America D. Overweight Problem in America
3.Why is it easy for Americans to put on weight?
A. Because they eat well and lack exercise. B. Because they have good jobs.
C. Because they drive cars very often. D. Because they suffer from eating disorders.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the speaker mainly tell us?
A. His success in acting. B. His work experience. C. His regret for ignorance.
2.How did the speaker feel on his arrival at Los Angeles?
A. Excited. B. Discouraged. C. Anxious.
3.When did the speaker get his first role?
A. In 1984. B. In 1985. C. In 1986.
4.What did the speaker decide to do at last?
A. Turn to movie management.
B. Say goodbye to movies.
C. Be happy with small roles.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What will be due on June 14th?
A. The personal data. B. Photos for the club. C. The after-class activity application.
2.On what day should the students hand in their photos?
A. Monday. B. Tuesday. C. Wednesday.
3.What will take place at the stadium?
A. The basketball club meeting.
B. Taking photos for students.
C. Filling in some forms.
4.What did the woman make a mistake about?
A. The place. B. The time. C. The event.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.When is Beth supposed to meet the speakers?
A. At 7:00. B. At 8:00. C. At 9:00.
2.What do we know about Beth?
A. Her cellphone is powered off.
B. She is involved in a car accident.
C. She totally forgot the time.
3.What does the man suggest doing next?
A. Waiting for Beth. B. Calling Beth again. C. Being ready to order.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.When were the speakers scheduled to meet?
A. At 11:00 am. B. At 11:30 am. C. At 2:00 am.
2.Where will the speakers meet?
A. In a restaurant. B. In a friend’s home. C. In the man’s office.
