I have a degree in business. But it was my father's_______for me to seek to attain a business _______He thought that having a business major would_______me more available choices and make me more_______in entering a global labor market. I_______his advice. However, even though my college experiences were_______,I had no interest in any_______0f commerce, let alone having a long-term career as a businesswoman.
After I_______，I worked as a marketing planner at a computer company. My_______and working environment were great; yet I________didn't feel happy doing something that held little ________for me. After two months of working there, I made up my mind to________and decided to do what I love, namely________history.I have now been doing this job for over twenty years.I am ________of being with my students.
If you are in a________Where you don't love what you are learning or doing, please ask yourself what you are really________about, and what you truly want for your life. Don't________to get yourself a quick answer. Take some time to think about what career could bring________to you.
I like this motto "Success is not the key to happiness.________happiness is the key to success."
Happiness________the inside of you, not from the outside. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.
1.A. ambition B. commitment C. decision D. response
2.A. experience B. position C. activity D. major
3.A. guarantee B. save C. leave D. pass
4.A. independent B. competitive C. energetic D. flexible
5.A. ignored B. valued C. took D. opposed
6.A. fantastic B. awkward C. painful D. plain
7.A. paper B. field C. college D. job
8.A. matured B. graduated C. succeeded D. trained
9.A. future B. dream C. scholarship D. pay
10.A. only B. also C. still D. even
11.A. advantage B. appeal C. chance D. trouble
12.A. quit B. continue C. consider D. wait
13.A. promoting B. writing C. teaching D. studying
14.A. fond B. tired C. proud D. careful
15.A. firm B. game C. story D. place
16.A. anxious B. optimistic C. enthusiastic D. nervous
17.A. rush B. hesitate C. intend D. stop
18.A. love B. joy C. confidence D. knowledge
19.A. As a result B. On the whole C. In the meanwhile D. On the contrary
20.A. applies to B. spreads to C. differs from D. arises from
Schools consume a large amount of energy,which has a bad effect on the environment.1., there are lots of ways that you can help your school save energy. Look for simple changes your school can make and band together with others to make an even bigger effect.
2.Even something as simple as turning offthe lights when you leave a room can help to save energy. Turn off the lights in classrooms that are not being used and in other areas,such as empty bathrooms and unoccupied multi-purpose rooms.
Use natural light when the sun is bright. It may not always be necessary for you to have the lights on in your classroom. There may be times of day when the sun is especially bright andenough for what you are doing in your classroom. 3..
Set up a recycling station at your schooL Recycling is a great way to save energy because it reduces the need to produce new materials.4., then ask your school principal if you can set one up.
Get others involved.5.. Either as an individual or as a team, you can create and put up signs around your school. Try using signs that remind people of things they can do to save energy and also some signs that raise awareness of saving energy.
A.Postsigns about conserving energy.
B.Whether you are a teacher or a student.
C.Ifyour school does not have one.
D.Turn offyour computer when it's not used.
E.Shut down the lights when rooms are not in use.
F.Other times of day you might only need half ofthe lights.
G. If your school's garbage company offers recycling services
OK, so it's not a real war but the U. S. and China are at the beginning of a trade war thanks to President Trump's policy. The Chinese government raised $34 billion in new duties on goods exported from the U,S. last week in answer to President Trump's unwise tariffs(关税) of $34 billion on Chinese goods.
Farm and seafood-producing states are going to be hit hardest by China's new tariffs on U. S. goods. States where cars are made and shipped to China are on the hook as well.
In terms of value, some 38 percent of products on the tariff list are agricultural, including soybeans, sorghum, tobacco and meat. That's nothing like good news for farm-belt states, primarily in the Midwest like Iowa.
A wide range of seafood is on China's tarifflist. That could hurt fishery workers in Alaska and lobster(龙虾) harvesters in Maine. Alaska, for example, exported nearly $lbillion worth of seafood to China. "China is a major market for Alaska seafood," said Alexa Tonkovich, Executive Director of the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute. "The seafood industry directly employs nearly 60,000 workers in Alaska each year and directly employs more workers than any other private industry."
And automaking States, particularly in the South, are also at risk. Some 24 percent ofproducts on the list- in terms of value-are cars, trucks and other vehicles. Michigan alone exported $1.7 billion worth of motor vehicles and vehicle parts to China in 2017. Other states being affected include South Carolina, where BMW makes SUVs for both the U.S. and export, and Alabama, home to Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Honda and Hyundai factories.
This round of tariffs spares some industries, like commercial aircraft. Washington State could breathe a sigh of relief, which is home to Boeing. It also, for the moment, skips tariffs on chemical products.
Alexa Tonkovich has warned the U.S. government that the trade war could risk jobs, reduce industry profits, and cause higher prices for consumers in the U.S!
1.What does the underlined phrase "on the hook" mean?
A. Caught in a difficult situation. B. Lost in deep thought.
C. Delighted in their luck. D. Stuck in the traffic jams.
2.Which state will be hurt the least on this round oftariffs?
A. Iowa B. Maine
C. Michigan. D. Washington
3.What is Alexa Tonkovich's attitude towards the trade war?
A. Approving. B. Opposed.
C. Objective. D. Sympathetic
4.Which ofthe following shows the development ofideas in the text?
I: Introduction P:Point Sp: Siib—point(次要点) C:Conclusion
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Robots come in many shapes and sizes. But most have one thing in common. They are built to help people. Lately engineers have been developing new kinds of humanoid robots. These high-tech machines are designed to lend a hand everywhere from hotels to disaster areas.
"Robots help people by making their lives easier, safer, and more fun," says engineer Omar Abdelwahed.
Since November, a robot named pepper has been on the job at the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. When guests have questions or need directions, they can ask Pepper. They can also use the robot's touch screen to find the information they need. Pepper is able to talk with guests and entertain them with stories too. It can even tell what kind of mood they are in.
"Pepper provides our guests with information in an exciting and new way," says hotel manager Donald Bowman.
For a kid, being in the hospital can be boring and even scary. But a small robot called NAO is helping to make hospital stays easier. It was designed to keep people company.
A Tennessee doctor named Phil Parker bought a NAO robot three years ago. He programmed it to talk to and play with young patients. He brings it to hospitals to help sick kids. When kids get medical tests, NAO explains what is going on. The robots also reads to kids and plays games with them like rock, paper, scissors.
"The robot gets many kids to smile for the first time since they've been in the hospital," Parker says.
Other robots are being developed to help in places where it's hard or risky for people to go. For example, disaster areas can be full of rubble and other dangers. Engineers in Japan are building a robot called E2-DR to go into those areas and search for people who are hurt.
1.In Mandarin Oriental hotel, guests can____________.
A. only get information simply by touching the robot's screen
B. feel entertained with the stories about Pepper.
C. experience an exciting and new way to get the information
D. know whether the robot is in high spirits or not.
2.According to Phil Parker, the robot NAO in hospital____________.
A. is intended to help doctors treat patients
B. brings much comfort and happiness to many young patients
C. gives young patients some medical examination
D. is not actually as useful as expected
3.From the last paragraph, we leam that____________.
A. robots will play a vital role in every aspect in our life
B. E2-DR proves to be very useful in rescue practice
C. human rescue workers will no Ionger be needed
D. rescue work in dangerous areas will become easier
4.Which ofthe following can be the best title of this passage?
A. Robots: The Future World Master
B. Intelligent Robots
C. Robots: Human Helpers
D. Robots: Our Best Friend
I was getting ready to go to bed when the phone rang. This could not be good. My mind raced through the list of family members who might need help, but the voice was hardly familiar.
"Lindy, this is Lesley." I didn't know Lesley well. We did occasionally speak with each other, but to say we were friends was not appropriate. I asked what she needed. Perhaps something really awful caused her to reach someone she barely knew. Instead, she asked me, "Do you have room for a turkey? In your freezer?" We had lots of room in our freezer, and in fact, too much. a&Sure." I responded, "Did your freezer break down?" "Not exactly," Lesley replied, "but I will explain when I arrive."
Minutes later came a huge freezer truck, Lesley stepped down and explained the lease(租约) of the grocery store her husband serviced had run out and that they had to empty all the freezers that very night. Thinking it was a shame to throw away all this good food, they decided to drop off food to anyone she could think of. Noticing our freezer was pretty empty, Lesley asked to fill it up.Our home was their last stop and anythmg left would have to be put in our freezer. An hour later,everything finished, I asked her, "When will you come back for all thisT' Lesley laughed, "We don't want it back. It is yours! Thanks for helping us out!" Then they waved goodbye and drove away.
"For helping them out?" We opened our freezer door. Inside were all expensive foods we never bought but ofien longed to try. We were struggling to buy groceries, yet it was not something we shared with anyone. However, our needs were met in an unexpected way, by that call, "Do you have room for a turkey?"
1.How did the writer feel when she heard the phone ringing?
A. Angry. B. Anxious.
C. Shocked. D. Relieved.
2.What does the author indicate by the underlined sentence in paragraph 2?
A. They were running out of food supplies. B. Their freezer was too large to fill.
C. They were glad to put the turkey in the freezer. D. Their freezer was less frequently used.
3.Why did Lesley call up the writer?
A. Because she didn't want food to go to waste. B. Because the writer was her good friend.
C. Because something awful had happened. D. Because she knew the writer was in need.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A friend on speaking terms. B. Who is my angel?
C. Unexpected bargains. D. Do you have room for a turkey?
The city of Amsterdam is one of the best preserved in all of Europe. When visiting this remarkable city, you tend to forget your troubles just for a moment. With this travel guide, you will be able to discover the real Amsterdam.
Best Time to Visit Amsterdam
To see the tulip(郁金香)flowers you can visit from mid-April to early May. For the New Year's celebration, there're a lot ofparties going on then. However,if you want to enjoy a quieter and more relaxing Amsterdam, visit from October to March.
Getting Around Amsterdam
You can rent a bike to go wherever you want to go. Public transportation is also convenient. You can get a chip card for about$9.
What You Should Know Before Visiting Amsterdam
Plan ahead since most ofthe attractions are usually busy and be careful with your wallets as the city is well-known for pickpockets, Also be cautious when you are buying something in the markets.
The Best of Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum
This museum is one of the finest in the world. Make sure you arrive before 10 am to avoid big crowds.
Vondelpark
If you are looking forward to relaxing and enjoying some peace and quiet, make a trip to this top choice park in the city.
Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum is very fascinating; you will definitely be moved as you see Vincent van Gogh's life and how he developed through art.
A'DAM Tower
If you want to get the inspiring views of Amsterdam, take the lift to the top of this tower. You can also climb aboard the giapt four-person swing for some fun rides.
1.In which month can visitors feel more at ease in Amsterdam?
A. June. B. July.
C. September. D. November.
2.What is the purpose ofthe part "What You Should Know Before Visiting Amsterdam"?
A. Providing help. B. Giving warnings.
C. Explaining situations. D. Expressing disappointment.
3.Where should you go to get a bird's-eye view ofAmsterdam?
A. Rijksmuseum. B. Vondelpark.
C. The Van Gogh Museum. D. A'DAM Tower.
