Given the size of the country, the climate in Australia varies greatly from one zone to the next. Generally speaking, there are four seasons across most of the country while the Top End (including Darwin, Katherine, Kakadu and Arnhem Land), Broome, the Kimberley and Tropical North Queensland experience a ‘wet season’ ( November to April) and a ‘dry season’ (May to October).
It’s also important to remember that Australia’s seasons are at opposite times to those in the Northern Hemisphere (半球). So if you’re looking for an endless summer, just head Down Under as things start to cool off in the Northern Hemisphere.
Summer in Australia falls between December and February and is famous for sunny days with high temperatures. It’s the wet season in the tropical north (November to April), which is characterised by monsoonal (季风) rains. Many tourism operations are closed for the season, so are some national parks (such as Kakadu) due to flood risks. The same period is also the official hurricane season for areas around Cairns, although storms can also occur outside of this period.
For the ideal Australian summer, head to the southern parts of the country where you’ll find hot, sunny days to enjoy the unbelievable experiences on offer. The great weather encourages a steady flock of visitors to the country’s beautiful beaches to swim, surf or just relax. Celebrate the new year like a true Australian—with a beach barbecue—or visit Sydney for their internationally famous New Year’s Eve fireworks display. It’s a popular time for travel in Australia, both for local families and international visitors. Check the school holiday calendar for more information on break periods, and remember to book your accommodation in advance to avoid disappointment.
1.Which month is considered as a dry season in Broome?
A.April. B.September.
C.November. D.December.
2.What does the underlined part “Down Under” in Paragraph 2 refer to?
A.A club. B.An airport.
C.Australia. D.The Northern Hemisphere.
3.What is the main characteristic in the northern Australia in summer?
A.Bad weather. B.The beach barbecue.
C.Fireworks. D.Beautiful beaches.
As a high school coach, I did all I could to help my boys win their games. I cheered as hard for _________ as they did. A dramatic _________, however, following a game in which I was a referee, changed my _________ on victories and defeats.
It was a league championship basketball game between New Rochelle and Yonkers High. New Rochelle was _________ by Dan O’Brien, Yonkers by Les Beck. The gym was _________, and the noise made it impossible to hear. The game was well played and _________ competed. Yonkers was _________ by one point as I _________ at the clock and discovered there were but 10 seconds left to play. New Rochelle, _________ the ball, passed off and shot. The ball __________ around the rim (篮筐边沿) and off. The fans __________. New Rochelle recovered the ball, and tapped it in for what looked like victory. The noise was __________.
I looked at the clock and saw that the game was over. I hadn’t heard the final buzzer (终场哨) because of the noise. I __________ with the other official, but he could not help me. So, I __________ the timekeeper, a young man of 17 or so. He said, “Sir, the buzzer __________ before the final tap-in was made.” Yonkers won!
I had to tell O'Brien the sad news. His face __________. The young timekeeper came up and said, I’m sorry, Dad. The __________ ran out before the final basket.”__________, like the sun coming out from behind a cloud, O’Brien’s face lit up. He said, That’s okay, Joe. You did what you had to. I’m __________ of you. The two of them then walked off the __________ together, the coach’s arm around his son’s shoulder.
1.A. honesty B. devotion C. victory D. glory
2.A. conversation B. incident C. gesture D. challenge
3.A. view B. comment C. theory D. impression
4.A. organized B. represented C. fancied D. coached
5.A. crowded B. cleared C. quaked D. arranged
6.A. happily B. closely C. smartly D. randomly
7.A. moving B. progressing C. leading D. shooting
8.A. waved B. glanced C. signaled D. stared
9.A. in possession of B. in charge of C. in need of D. in place of
10.A. stuck B. fell C. swung D. rolled
11.A. laughed B. jumped C. yelled D. danced
12.A. annoying B. amazing C. thrilling D. deafening
13.A. examined B. watched C. researched D. checked
14.A. criticized B. approached C. interviewed D. reminded
15.A. broke down B. faded away C. went off D. carried on
16.A. clouded over B. softened up C. sweated over D. wrinkled up
17.A. audience B. ball C. time D. player
18.A. Certainly B. Similarly C. Fortunately D. Suddenly
19.A. ashamed B. proud C. aware D. fond
20.A. court B. course C. track D. field
The clothes you wear. The food you eat. The color of your bedroom walls. Where you go and how you get there. The people you hang around with. What time you go to bed. What do these things have in common? You're asking. They're just a few examples of many hundreds of things that your parents controlled for you when you were a child.
As a kid, you didn't have a say in everything; your parents made decisions about everything from the cereal you ate in the morning to the pajamas you wore at night. And it's a good thing, too--kids need this kind of protection on their own.
But finally, kids grow up and become teens. And part of being a teen is developing your own identity one that is separate from your parents'. But as you change and grow into this new person who makes your own decisions, your parents have a difficult time adjusting（调整）.
In many families, it is this adjustment that can cause a lot of fighting between teens and parents. And issues like the type of friends you have or your attitudes to partying can cause bigger arguments, because your parents still always want to protect you and keep you safe, no matter how old you are.
The good news about fighting with your parents get more comfortable with the idea that their teens have a right to certain opinions. It can take several years for parents and teens to adjust to their new roles, though. In the meantime, focus on communicating with your parents.
Sometimes this can feel impossible-like they just don't see your point of view and never will. But talking and expressing your opinions can help you gain more respect from your parents.
Keep in mind, too, that your parents were teens once and that in most cases, they can relate to what you're going through.
1.In the first two paragraphs, the writer_____________.
A.complains that parents control kids too much
B.proves that kids have no right to give their opinions
C.describes how carefully parents look after kids
D.explains that it is necessary for parents to control kids
2.A lot of fighting breaks out between teens and parents because_____________.
A.parents aren't used to losing control of kids
B.teens like to have everything decided
C.parents blame teens for not respecting them
D.teens are eager to develop their own identity
3.In the writer's opinion, parents control teens in order to _____________.
A.prevent them from having their own ideas
B.protect them from being hurt
C.make them respect parents in the family
D.make sure that children have a good future
4.What might be the most suitable title of the passage?
A.What do Parents Control Their Children for?
B.How Parents Take Care of Children?
C.How to Get Rid of Your Parents' Control?
D.Why do I Fight with Parents so Much?
单句语法填空
1.We found the house easily with the boy_____________ （lead）the way.
2.We said much in_____________ （defend）of his action.
3.These old books take up too much room. You should consider _____________ to do with them.
4.I have bad news. I hope you don't get upset _____________ it.
5._____________ will you deal with a person who falls off bike and gets seriously injured?
6.Seeing the big snake, the little boy stood under the tree, _____________ （frighten）out of his life.
7.It's not good to be so hard _____________ him.
8._____________ production up by 60%, the company has had another excellent year.
9.Bears build up fat stores throughout the summer and fall to have energy enough_____________ （last）them through their winter sleep.
10.The letter is very important, so it is supposed_____________ （send）as soon as possible.
单词拼写
1.I feel that everybody here looks at me strangely. What have I done to_____________ （应得）this?
2.There will be a truck in my block collecting_____________ （垃圾）thrown by the families each early morning.
3.The club is for_____________ （青少年）and people in their early twenties, so that's why some old people wouldn't accept it.
4.We cannot believe that Shelia's_____________ （行为）is becoming more than strange.
5.Only_____________ （成年人）are admitted into the cinema tonight.
6.I am_____________ （害怕的）that he may have got lost in the mountain.
7.They got lost in the desert and_____________ （饿死）to death.
8.I can't_____________ （容忍）your bad manners any longer.
9.The rocking boats along the river bank make a beautiful_____________ （景色）.
10.He has made every arrangement to meet any_____________ （紧急情况）.
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
I am a mother of three and have recently completed my college degree.
The last class I had to take was Sociology(社会学). The teacher was absolutely inspiring with the qualities that I wish every human had been graced with. Her last project of the term was called “Smile.” The class was asked to go out and smile at three people and document their reactions.
I am a very friendly person and always smile at everyone and say hello anyway, so, I thought this would be a piece of cake. Soon after we were given the project, my husband, youngest son, and I went out to McDonald’s one cold March morning. It was just our way of sharing special playtime with our son. We were standing in line, waiting to be served, when all of a sudden everyone around us began to back away, and then even my husband did.
I did not move a bit… a strong feeling of fear welled up inside of me as I turned to see why they had moved. As I turned around I smelled a terrible “dirty body” smell, and there standing behind me were two poor homeless men. As I looked down at the short gentleman, close to me, he was “smiling”. His beautiful sky blue eyes were full of hope as he searched for acceptance.
He said, “Good day” as he counted the few coins he had been holding. The second man was obviously mentally disabled. I held my tears as I stood there with them.
The young lady at the counter asked him what they wanted. He said, “Coffee is all, Miss,” because that was all they could afford (If they wanted to sit in the restaurant and warm up, they had to buy something. He just wanted to be warm.)
Then I really felt it the desire was so great I almost reached out and hugged the little man with the blue eyes.
注意：
（1） 所续写短文的词数应为 l50 左右；
（2） 至少使用 5 个短文中标有下划线的关键词语：
（3） 续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
（4） 续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1:That is when I noticed all eyes in the restaurant were set on me, judging my every action.
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Paragraph 2: I turned in “my project” and the instructor read it.
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