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A few months ago I left my hometown for Canada to study. I felt nervous because I was going to1.new place with new people. What worried me at first2.(be)that I couldn't speak English3.(fluent), and I also couldn’t understand4.(they) customs. Everything was different 5. my own country. I had to deal with everything alone
It was a sad moment6.I had to say goodbye to my family and friends at the airport. Suddenly. I felt unwilling 7. (leave)m\ hometown because l grew up there and had wonderful 8.(memory) of the familiar place. However， I know studying abroad was a9.(decide)that I made myself I had to accept the challenge.
By now I have got used to the new life here already, though I’m looking forward to 10.(spend) the coming vacation with my old friends back home.
Valerie was very worried about her dad. For some time now she had noticed he was______his hair. One day, she asked him, "Daddy, every day you have less hair, ____ is that? "Her father smiled and said, “It’s the hair thief. He visits my _____during the night when I' m asleep. One by one he pulls out my hair, and there's no way to _____ him.”
This worried Valerie, but she was _____to help her dad. That night she stayed______as long as she could. When she was ____ her dad and mom had fallen asleep, she took a hammer and went to their bedroom slowly and______.She didn’t want the hair thief to ____ her. When she arrived at her fathers side, she carefully inspected her fathers head in order to catch the hair thief as soon as he ____ . Before long, she saw a shadow on her fathers head and she____ it with the hammer
Her father ____ a loud cry and got out of bed at once. He turned the _____on, and trembling with______, he saw Valerie waving her hammer in the air. Daddy. I _____got him. But it looks like he _____! "said Valerie. Meanwhile the mother______She burst into _____when she knew what had happened
So Valerie’s father had to explain that the hair thief didn’t exist, and that losing hair is something that just happens naturally to most fathers. Valerie still ____ about her daddy. but she no longer waited for the hair thief. _____, she bought her father a very nice sleeping hat.
1.A. losing B. checking C. touching D. protecting
2.A. When B. Why C. Where D. What
3.A. neck B. face C. cars D. head
4.A. hold B. throw C. catch D. keep
5.A. determined B. excited C. expected D. allowed
6.A. asleep B. awake C. afraid D. alone
7.A. glad B. sorry C. unset D. sure
8.A. sadly B. nervously C. quietly D. loudly
9.A. disappoint B. know C. hear D. catch
10.A. appeared B. left C. returned D. followed
11.A. caught B. felt C. covered D. hit
12.A. came out B. let out C. sent out D. set out
13.A. radio B. television C. light D. computer
14.A. shock B. delight C. care D. hope
15.A. still B. nearly C. hardly D. never
16.A. escaped B. stayed C. failed D. move
17.A. turned around B. showed up C. looked out D. woke up
18.A. shouts B. tears C. cheers D. laughter
19.A. knew B. thought C. worried D. wondered
20.A. Though B. Instead C. Otherwise D. Besides
How to Live a Happy
Happiness is what we need most with the increase of Pressure in modern life.1.Fortunately, this is not the case. everyone has the ability to hang on to happiness with his own efforts. The following methods may lead you to long- lasting happiness
●Take exercise. Other than health benefits that are too numerous to mention, exercise makes you smarter, happier, improves sleep, and makes you feel better about your body. 2. Keeping in touch wilt nature can help you reduce stress, make you more creative, improve your memory and may even make you a better person
● 3.Relationships are worth more than you think. Not feeling socially connected can make you stupider and kill you. Loneliness can lead to heart attack. stroke and diabetes. On the other hand. studies have shown that the longest-lived people on the planet all place a strong emphasis on social engagement.
●Challenge yourself. 4. Music lessons increase intelligence. Challenging your beliefs strengthens your mind. Increasing willpower just takes a little effort each day and it's more responsible for your success than IQ. Not getting an education or taking advantage of opportunities are two of the things people look back on their lives and regret the most.
●Laugh. Laughter has similar effects to physical exercise. It increases blood pressure, the heart rate and the rate of breathing; it also works several groups of muscles in the face, the stomach, and the feet. It can even reduce the effect of pain on the body. Humor is a good way to cause laughter, 5.
A. Spend time with friends and family
B. Do something kind for the people you care about
C. However, sometimes it seems far away from us
D. Learning another language can keep your mind sharp
E. Life is always full of hope
F. It would be better if you take exercise in nature
G. Just thinking about funny moments or things can help a lot.
A woman was sitting by herself in a movie theatre. The movie she was about to set was a musical version(版本)of a very successful book that had sold a million copies that year.
As the woman was waiting for the movie to begin, she noticed that the theatre was very crowded but the two seats next to her were empty.
Suddenly a large man carrying a big fur coat walked down the aisle(走廊) and sat down, placing the fur coat on the seat next to her.
When the lights went out, the fur coat bean to move, and the woman realized it was not a coat but a large furry dog. He was sitting up in the seat, watching the movie screen with great interest. As soon as the movie started, the dog began to nod his head and beat his paws (爪) in perfect time to the music.
When the movie was over. the woman turned to the man and said, “Excuse me, sir. but I’ve never seen Such a well-behaved dog in a movie theatre before. Does he go to the movies often?”
“Oh, yes, ”replied the man.
“And he seemed to enjoy everything so much, ”she said, “It was just amazing!”
“As a matter of fact, it surprised me too. ”said the man. “He hated the books！”
1.What kind of movie was the woman about to see?
A. A movie about a clever dog B. A musical movie based on a book
C. A movie about two film-goers D. A movie telling of a popular book.
2.What can we conclude from Para 4?
A. The man enjoyed the movie very much
B. The dog made noise and disturbed others
C. The dog was bright enough to enjoy the movie
D. The woman enjoyed the movie very much
3.What did the woman do when the movie was over?
A. She communicated with the man happily
B. She praised the man for bringing his dog
C. She punished the dog for making noise
D. She complained about the dog angrily.
4.In the end. the man said he was surprised because_______
A. he didn’t like the movie, but his dog did
B. his dog could enjoy the movie like a human being.
C. his dog hated the book and the movie,
D. he enjoyed the movie, but his dog didn’t
One of the most important aspects of an image is color. People are very sensitive to color, and different colors have different on people.
In general, red is an exciting color. which creates an image of action, energy danger. Red is also the most frequently used color in flags. Eighty percent of the world's flags contain red. A study in Germany showed that football teams wearing red are more successful. Blue is a very calm color. Business executives usually wear dark blue suits. Blue is also a peaceful color. The flag of the United Nations is light blue. Yellow is associated with openness and freedom. Green is a very relaxing color. Surgeons nowadays wear green, because it's less tiring than white. Black creates an image of power and authority. It can also be a very threatening color. Gangsters and vampires often wear black. white is a pure and strong color. This is one reason why doctors wear white coats. We trust them more. Grey is a very anonymous color. People wearing grey don’t want other people to notice them. Brown is the opposite of black It's warm and friendly. while black is threatening
1.What does the author mainly talk about in the passage?
A. Color and Character B. Color and Occupation
C. People are sensitive to color D. Color and Image
2.Which of the following is true about color according to the passage?
A. Blue is a peaceful and calm color
B. Brown Is the opposite of pink presenting warmth.
C. Red creates an image of energy, danger and freedom.
D. Eighty per cent of the world's flags contain green.
3.The underlined word" anonymous" roughly means_____
A. outstanding B. beautiful C. unknown D. exciting
It's always adventurous and romantic to visit an island country. Take a look at some breathtakingly beautiful island countries in the world, which everyone should visit at least once in his lifetime
Maldives
It' s believed that Maldives is one of the most popular honeymoon(蜜月) places as well as one of the most beautiful island countries. Situated in the middle of the Indian Ocean, Maldives is made up of a series of ancient coral reefs that grow up along the sides of ancient volcanoes, with fascinating beaches
Fiji
Fiji has plenty of surprises for any adventurous traveler. It is famous for the worlds best surf scenes, attracting many surfing lovers to ride the great waves. Well, if surfing is not for you and you love sitting on the beach and relaxing, hiking or seeing breathtaking waterfalls, Fiji is also a suitable island country to visit
Malta
Malta, a beautiful southern European country in the Mediterranean Sea, has a rich history and culture. There are amazing sky-high cliffs to climb>, wonderful temples to visit and lots of amazing places to go diving. There are plenty of interesting things to explore here and everyone can find something to enjoy. The historic part of Malta is shown in its architecture. great walled cities, and many underground tunnels.
1.Which place will be most likely to be chosen by a newly-married couple according to the text?
A. Maldives B. the Mediterranean Sea C. Malta D. Fiji
2.What is the special part about Fiji?
A. You can see the world's most breathtaking waterfalls
B. It is surfing lovers favourite island country
C. There are sky-high cliffs to explore.
D. You can try the world's longest
3.What can tourist do in Malta
A. Hike on green plains B. Ride the greatest waves
C. See breathtaking waterfalls D. Explore underground tunnels
