How to become a better reader
Language and literacy(读写能力) are among mankind's greatest inventions.Evolving and even dying over the course of human history，languages are a reflection of our cultural and societal attitudes.Most humans acquire language in early childhood and speak fluently when they are about three years old，but our continued relationship with language gives shape and meaning to our lives.1.
1．Take it slow.
Many readers feel that they read too slowly，especially compared with others，but the truth is that the faster you read，the less likely you are to comprehend fully what you're reading.2. Reading is a lifelong process; learning to read closely and slowly will help you become faster over time without missing anything.
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When humans first began reading written words，it was unusual to read in silence.Though generally inappropriate for commuters or for latenight adventurers，reading out loud is one of the best ways to improve your reading ability.4. If so，you will begin to read more accurately and with better vocal expression.Try listening to the author reading their own work—you'll be surprised to find how clearly it comes through on the page.
3．Write.
5. How and what you read affects how and what you write，and the best readers often make the best writers.But while much can be learned from close，repeated readings，there are many secretive pleasures to language that can only be experienced through the practice of writing.
A．Read aloud.
B．Get into the rhythm of the author's voice.
C．Here are 3 ways to become a better reader.
D．Writing and reading go handinhand.
E．Try writing every day for a month; you will never read the same again.
F．The ability to read is important to form an identity and express one's feelings.
G．In that case，do not hesitate to reread the passage.
One day, I was in class, feeling fine, when all of a sudden my heart started racing. I broke out in a sweat, feeling hot and cold all over. My chest hurt, I was dizzy, and I felt like I couldn't breathe. Everything went blurry around the edges. Sure I was about to faint, i jerked up from my desk and ran from the room, terrified. I didn’t care what the teacher thought, or that the eyes of the entire class were on me. I just had to get out of there.
I ran to the nearest water fountain and drank some water. For several minutes, I just stood there holding on to the fountain. What was happening? Was I having a heart attack? Slowly, the lightheadedness went away. My heart stopped racing, and every other symptom faded too. I still had no idea what had happened but I was so glad it was over.
Still I was really worried. I'd never felt that bad in my life. What was wrong with me? What if it came back?
And then, an hour later, it did the pounding heart, the dizziness, the feeling that I was dying. Once again, I couldn’t breathe. And this time. there was also pain throughout my entire upper body. I burst into tears and ran for the hallway again, actually afraid for my life My teacher ran after me asking what was wrong. Panicking, I managed to choke out, "I need an ambulance: Please. "I was sure I was dying.
To my surprise, though, my teacher didn’t grab her phone for help. Instead, she put her hand on my arm and told me to slow down. "Breathe, "she said. “you're going to be okay. You just need to calm down. ”
I felt like I was going crazy. Here I was totally losing it, and she was acting like nothing was wrong! She kept on trying to calm me down. but I wasn’t ready to listen. I was sure she didn’t understand how I felt. How could she? How could anyone? Finally, my teacher explained that she was pretty sure I was having a panic attack. ( They are also called anxiety attacks. ) She knew, she said, because the same thing had happened to her when she was my age. She told me how she’d felt, and it was almost exactly how I was feeling now. She also explained that panic attacks are caused by anxiety ( basically, excessive worry and fear that is part of your everyday life).
I was shocked. I had no idea that there was even a name for what I was feeling let alone that it happened to other people, too! When I realized that she really did understand, I felt so relieved.
My teacher talked to my parents, and they found me a counselor to help me deal with my anxiety. I'd been going through a tough time that year. My best friend had moved to a new school, and I wasn’t sure how to fit in with the girls in my class. I’d never told anyone, though--I just kept it to myself. My counselor helped me understand that not dealing with my feelings can lead to panic attacks, and that I need to talk to someone when my life is stressful.
Now when I start feeling overwhelmed or sad, I talk to my parents or friends and my counselor about whatever is bothering me, and they all help me sort things out. This way, I' m dealing with my anxiety and stress before it gets out of control.
My counselor has also taught me some relaxation techniques and strategies that help me calm my body down at the first sign of a panic attack. I've learned to take deep breaths and relax my muscles. Or I’ll focus on something else, or just tell myself I’m going to be okay. If one thing doesn't work, I'll try another one.
It turns out that about one in every ten people has some kind of an anxiety disorder! Knowing that it s common and that life is stressful for a lot of girls my age has helped me realize that I don’t have to be ashamed or embarrassed about it.
By sharing my story, I want other girls my age to know that you’re not as alone as you feel, and that talking about it really does help.
1.What happened to the author at the beginning of the story?
A. She suffered from a terrible anxiety.
B. She couldn't calm herself down.
C. She had a heart trouble.
D. She felt dizzy.
2.What is the author's purpose in sharing her story?
A. To inform people of an anxiety attack.
B. To give advice on how to get over an anxiety disorder.
C. To describe her feelings when suffering from a panic attack.
D. To help other girls who are going through what she went through.
3.What is NOT the proper way to deal with anxiety attacks according to the passage?
A. Comforting yourself.
B. Focusing on something else.
C. Talking to somebody you trust.
D. Taking deep breaths and doing exercises.
4.The counselor in the passage may be ______.
A. An educational psychologist B. a clinical psychologist
C. my parents friend D. my teacher's friend
5.Which part does the passage: probably belong to in a magazine?
A. Teen Life B. Chicken soup
C. Read for Fun D. Literary World
We’re reading a book or opening an envelope when, all of a sudden, there’s a sharp pain on our finger. You see a little bit of blood and realize you’ve just gotten a paper cut.
Dr Hayley Goldbach, a resident dermatologist at UCLA Health, spoke about why paper cuts are so jagged, how the element of surprise leaves us in more pain and how to make sure they heal quickly.
Dr Goldbach explained that one reason paper cuts hurt so much is where they occur: primarily on the finger. We have nerve endings all over the body, "she said. "In places where there is refined movement and sensation--like the lips or tips of the fingers-they have a high density of nerve endings. ” These nerve endings are known as nociceptors and they send signals to the brain about things that could cause a break in the skin, such as extreme hot or cold temperatures and chemicals.
Another reason why paper cuts hurt so much is that you re using your hands throughout the day meaning that the wound is constantly getting opened. "You often get paper cuts on the pad or the tip of the finger, different from where you d get a knife cut, "said Dr Goldbach. " It's hard not to use your hands, so there’s constant pressure on the wound without u chanee for it to heal. "
“The paper itself is another reason why these superficial cuts leave us in so much pain. Paper might look and seem smooth but, if you study it under a microscope, the edge is actually jagged. "Paper is quite sharp jagged-it's a bit of serrated edge, "said Dr Goldbach. "It cuts you pretty quickly before you have the chance to realize it. ”
Additionally, paper cuts are quite shallow, which makes them even more annoying to deal with.
Dr Goldbach added that there are mental and emotional elements that cause paper cuts to hurt more than other cuts. "There’s the psychological element of surprise, and it happens so quickly that you don’t have time to withdraw your hand "she said " With some other injuries, you feel pressure so you have time to react. ”
She also added that because we don’t expect to hurt ourselves while working with paper, the surprise of cuts leaves us in further pain. "We tend to be careful with a knife-you’re being careful on purpose: because you know there: s a danger, "said Dr Goldbach. While we are careful with knives, we are not so careful with paper.
1.The underlined word "jagged" is closest in meaning to ______.
A. sharp B. not dull
C. not rough D. not smooth
2.How many reasons why paper cuts hurt so much are mentioned in the passage?
A. Three. B. Four.
C. Five. D. Six.
3.What will the following passage be about?
A. How to deal with paper cuts.
B. How to prevent paper cuts.
C. how to make sure paper cuts heal quickly.
D. The different pains caused by knife cuts and paper cuts.
In Canada, rights come with responsibilities. ' These include:
Obeying the law—one of Canada’s founding principles is the rule of law. Individuals and governments are regulated by laws and not by arbitrary actions. No person or group is above the law.
Taking responsibility for oneself and one's family—getting a job, taking care of one's family and working hard in keeping with one's abilities are important Canadian values. Work contributes to personal dignity and self -respect, and to Canada's prosperity.
Serving on a jury—when called to do so. you are legally required to serve. Serving on a jury is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.
Voting in elections—the right to vote comes with a responsibility to vote in federal provincial or territorial and local elections.
Helping others in the community—millions of volunteers freely donate their time to help others
without pay -helping people in need assisting at your child’s school volunteering at a food bank or other charity, or encouraging newcomers to integrate. Volunteering is an excellent way to gain useful skills and develop friends and contacts.
Protecting and enjoying our heritage and environment—every citizen has u role to play in avoiding waste and pollution while protecting Canada’s natural, cultural and architectural heritage for future generations.
1.Which of the following may be the best title of the passage?
A. Rights of Citizenship in Canada
B. Responsibilities of Citizenship in Canada
C. Different laws and regulations in Canada
D. Rights coming with responsibilities in Canada
2.Which is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Work can help one to win respect.
B. Canadian law requires its citizens to serve on a jury.
C. Volunteering is a better way to develop friends.
D. All citizens have the responsibility to protect Canada’s architectural heritage.
After a long time of struggling with lung cancer, my father passed away, due to which, my life ______ a lot after my fathers death. As the eldest son in my family, I took the responsibility of raising the family. In order to ______my sick mother and two younger brothers, I couldn’t help but ______ school and work to support my family. It seemed to me that life was always hard at that time. However, a thread of hope flashed in those ______ days. It was a rainy dusk when I exposed myself to the rain and walked in the street.
Suddenly the rain stopped! ______, I looked up, only to find that "the sky" was in fact a dark blue ______. Then came a deep voice. "Why not run ______an umbrella? "A middle -aged man with one leg on crutch(拐杖) said to me, “ run in the rain, and you will get ______. I shook my head with politeness, but his words shocked me deeply. Without my father's ______, could I only be a slave to the fate(命运)?
While ______ together in the rain, i knew he was a promoter from the city. Having received an order from his company, he had to spend ______ time on it. Looking at this guy. i had no sympathy but ______. I took the umbrella from his hand and walked with him all the way. He told me he once had ______ of being a policeman, but an accident ______his dream. His present work was ______ and was not his cup of tea, however, every travelling was a wonderful start to him. To his happiness, he never ______ heart and still “ran” on the road of life…
____what the man remarked, I headed for a southern city and became an insurance representative. After two years’ running, I got ______ and the life condition in my family ______ better gradually.
Everything is so simple: to run without an umbrella! Only when you ______ the rainy season of your life will there be bright sky ahead of you. Never give up!
1.A. affected B. suffered C. damaged D. managed
2.A. take care B. attend to C. watch out D. bring up
3.A. desert B. stop C. quit D. dismiss
4.A. bright B. white C. colorful D. dark
5.A. Interested B. Confused C. Excited D. Disappointed
6.A. umbrella B. raincoat C. hat D. jacket
7.A. with B. without C. for D. to
8.A. drier B. warmer C. less wet D. less cold
9.A. praise B. comfort C. protection D. attention
10.A. running B. wandering C. jogging D. walking
11.A. much B. no C. little D. some
12.A. admiration B. envy C. appreciation D. care
13.A. approved B. longed C. spoken D. dreamed
14.A. defeated B. damaged C. ruined D. wiped
15.A. boring B. demanding C. rewarding D. tiring
16.A. lost B. took C. changed D. gathered
17.A. Amused B. Terrified C. Encouraged D. Shocked
18.A. my way B. my start C. my end D. my future
19.A. turned out B. worked out C. carried out D. turned into
20.A. run into B. run across C. run away with D. run out of
—Tom, what a pity. I almost succeeded yesterday.
—I told you to be careful before. ______.
A. One false step will make a great difference.
B. Where there's life, there's hope.
C. Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.
D. One tree does not make a forest.
