The heavy rainfall, the splashing water on the roof top and the sound of flowing water created anxiety in the mind of my little son. He asked, “Why should we be_________ to the creatures? _________do they benefit us?” I always_________ my kids to be friendly to all the creatures around us. We feel happy when it rains, and so do the little creatures. They get new life, which helps in balancing the_________. I asked him to hold my hand and opened my colorful_________. Walking in the garden we enjoyed the wet grass feeling our feet. We_________ some creepers (攀缘植物). I caught some insects (昆虫) and showed them to my son_________. He was_________ to see me doing this for the first time. Then I told him something about_________ , creatures and the way they help us.
Nature is full of wonderful gifts: green grass, colorful wild flowers, mushrooms, bright shiny leaves, little ants, and frogs — the__________ goes on. They all have a__________ effect on our life.
The dark clouds carry tons of water__________ to pour out anytime. Trying to balance the__________of the earth, rain brings the comforting effect to the earth just__________a mother tends her child. Something very attractive in this season is the red bug (昆虫) which__________ in the green grass. This creature is a very soft, delicate and__________creature. This creature benefits humans. It is used as a medicine to__________ some of the diseases. The frogs are also very beneficial to nature. They eat the__________ insects around us.
Then my son ran in, took out his diary and started__________ the story of his own. I gave him a hot cup of milk and left him alone to try. It was my good attempt to__________him to enjoy nature and its gifts, caring for all the creatures.
1.A.excellent B.friendly C.brave D.true
2.A.When B.Why C.How D.Where
3.A.encourage B.suggest C.permit D.show
4.A.air B.river C.garden D.environment
5.A.way B.picture C.umbrella D.speech
6.A.held on B.took up C.turned off D.came across
7.A.carefully B.suddenly C.quietly D.coldly
8.A.tired B.worried C.excited D.angry
9.A.nature B.plan C.advice D.courage
10.A.chance B.list C.time D.deed
11.A.poor B.magical C.bad D.strange
12.A.quiet B.proper C.honest D.ready
13.A.story B.anger C.warmth D.color
14.A.as B.because C.before D.until
15.A.becomes B.appears C.eats D.sits
16.A.ugly B.cute C.frightening D.enthusiastic
17.A.break B.change C.cure D.prove
18.A.delicious B.harmless C.useful D.poisonous
19.A.repeating B.reducing C.running D.creating
20.A.inspire B.take C.turn D.climb
The average computer user has between 5 and 15 username/password combinations to log in different kinds of accounts. Some demand you use a specific number of symbols and digits, while others require you to change your password every 60 days. The feeling of confusion resulting from memorizing these login information has grown so common that it actually has a name: password fatigue(疲劳).
Having to remember so many different passwords is annoying, but it can also be dangerous. Because it is virtually impossible to remember a unique password for each of these accounts, many people leave handwritten lists of usernames and passwords on or next to their computers.
1. While these practices make it easier to remember login information, they also make it easier for thieves to hack into accounts.
Single Sign-On (SSO) confirmation and password management software can help solve this problem. With SSO, users only need to remember one password to log in to the main system.
2. SSO software is typically used by large companies, schools, or libraries.
3. If a user loses or forgets the password required to log in to SSO software, the user will then lose access to all of the applications linked to the SSO account. Users who rely on password management software face the same problems.
Although most websites or network systems allow users to recover or change lost passwords by providing email addresses or answering a prompt(提示), this process can waste time and cause further frustration. What is more, recovering a forgotten password is only a temporary solution. 4.
Some computer scientists have suggested computers rely on biometrics(生物测定学). 5. The use of biometrics raises questions concerning privacy and can also be expensive to practice.
Software engineers and computer security experts are still searching for the cure to password fatigue. Until they find the perfect solution, however, everyone will simply have to rely on the password system currently in place.
A.It does not address the larger problem of password fatigue.
B.These software programs have been built into many major web browsers.
C.The problem with password management software makes users feel powerless.
D.The SSO software then automatically logs the user in to other accounts within the system.
E.However, SSO confirmation and password management software also have drawbacks.
F.This is a method of recognizing human users based on unique traits, such as fingerprints, voice, or DNA.
G.Others solve this problem by using the same password for every account or using extremely simple passwords.
Someone has put forward a dream home which is so advanced that its kitchen can suggest what to make with certain things. Also, a Microsoft home doesn’t just warn you when you’re out of milk—it can send you a fresh gallon.
But are these innovations just magic, or are they really coming soon to a neighborhood near you? To find out, US News asked some experts to get their opinions about the home of the not-so-distant future. Here’s a look at the innovations.
The housing boom was marked by mass-produced buildings filled with units which look the same. The coming years, however, will give way to a personalized approach to home construction, with houses as more of an instrument of self-expression. “The successful builders will be the ones that figure out how to change their production model enough to make the buyers feel like they are really getting something that is designed for them, not just a model,” says Kermit Baker, the chief economist at the American Institute of Architects.
Future homes will probably shrink. “We will be building smaller but smarter houses,” says Ed McMahon, a senior resident fellow at the Urban Land Institute. “Instead of having a room for just one use, consumers will demand homes that make better use of space,” says Susanka, whose best-selling book, The Not So Big House, has become increasingly influential in home design. Seldom-used quarters, such as dining and living rooms, will be replaced with space that can serve both functions. “The goal of his ‘right-size’ home is to fit its owners like a specially cut suit rather than a jacket you buy in a store,” says Susanka.
1.Why does the writer mention a dream home and a Microsoft home?
A.To lead to the topic of the passage.
B.To tell us what kind of house to buy.
C.To tell us that technology develops fast.
D.To tell us something about future homes.
2.According to the third paragraph, future houses will ________.
A.be mass-produced
B.have a lot of things in common
C.express the owners’ personalities
D.be designed by the owners themselves
3.The underlined word “shrink” can be replaced by “________”.
A.become cleaner
B.become brighter
C.become smaller
D.become more comfortable
4.Smarter houses in the last paragraph refer to houses that ________.
A.have a room for every use
B.can make better use of space
C.have very advanced furniture
D.can warn you when you’re out of milk
There are quite a few advantages of wearing school uniforms. The idea may seem disagreeable at first, but considering all the positive effects coming from wearing uniforms you would be more likely to enjoy them.
Teachers love school uniforms because it helps provide an orderly learning environment. Having students dressed in uniforms may teach them how to present themselves in a neat and professional manner. It gives students the opportunity to learn how to dress like young ladies and gentleman. And they can focus their attention on academics rather than style.
Purchasing(购买) school uniforms is easy and needs less hesitation and consideration. No matter what the school’s policy is, there are only specific essential(基本的) pieces to the wardrobe(服装) that are necessary, so it won’t break the bank. A few wardrobe items can last a long time. Parents could also enjoy an easy morning, as it will take less time to choose a set of clothes for the school day.
Students wearing uniforms will feel less pressure about what to wear or not to wear when their classmates are dressed similarly. Getting dressed before school becomes less of a chore(琐事) when students are limited in their choices, so there shouldn’t be any trouble about choosing an outfit for the day and getting ready quickly. Some students may not like the lack of individuality(个性) with a uniform, but some school dress code policies may offer them the opportunities to show their unique styles.
Uniforms today are also becoming trendier and can be seen in many areas of pop culture. Celebrities(名人) and fashion designers are using uniforms as inspiration for new looks which also appeal to students.
1.What would be the best title for the text?
A.How to dress properly
B.The history of school uniforms
C.The advantages of school uniforms
D.How to deal with pressure in school
2.Teachers think that wearing school uniforms ________.
A.is just a tradition that students should follow
B.makes students feel less pressure in study
C.helps students put more effort into their studies
D.makes students lose their independence and identity
3.The underlined part “it won’t break the bank” in Paragraph 3 probably means “________”.
A.a school uniform doesn’t cost a lot of money
B.a school uniform should be worn every day
C.parents will have to go to the bank many times
D.parents who work in a bank can afford the uniform
4.We can infer from the text that school uniforms ________.
A.are not popular with fashion designers
B.were not accepted by parents in the past
C.will be designed by students themselves
D.will be more fashionable in the future
One day, a young soldier walked up to a much decorated senior officer in the army and asked him: “Sir, what is the secret of your success in the army? I want to be an officer too.”
The officer looked at the young soldier steadily (一动不动地) for about three minutes and gave him a threatening (带有威胁的) order. He gave the young soldier a cup full of water and told him to walk round the training field five times. He clearly told him that his life depended on it, and if a drop of water fell from the cup, another soldier would shoot him on the head. Four soldiers were strategically (战略上的) positioned to shoot him down once a drop of water fell from the cup.
Seeing how serious the whole thing turned out, he took the cup full of water and went out to complete his task. The young soldier carefully walked round the training field five times without letting a drop fall from the cup. On completion of the task, he returned the full cup to the senior officer.
When the officer saw what he did to protect his life by not allowing a drop of water out of the cup, he asked him the following questions:
“Did you see those beautiful girls dancing at the nearby market?"
The young soldier replied, “No.”
“Did you see those soldiers playing football in the field?”
The young soldier replied, “No.”
“What about those people fighting across the other side of the field?”
The young soldier replied, “No.”
Then, the officer looked at him and said, “If you focus on your task, you will succeed and protect your life too.”
At last, the young soldier left happily.
1.What did the soldier ask the officer to do?
A.Give him a cup full of water. B.Tell him how to be successful.
C.Walk round the training field. D.Appoint him as an officer.
2.What were other people doing when the soldier walked around the training field?
A.Four soldiers were shooting at him.
B.Some soldiers were fighting in the field.
C.Some soldiers were playing football in the field.
D.Some girls were dancing in the playground.
3.Why did the officer give the threatening order to the solider?
A.To kill him on purpose. B.To warn him not to drop any water.
C.To train the other soldiers. D.To teach him to concentrate on things.
4.What would the soldier probably do after leaving happily?
A.He would learn the secret of success.
B.He would practice walking steadily and fast.
C.He would buy some gifts to thank the officer.
D.He would stay focused on what he was doing.
Welcome to Camp Friendship
So what is Camp Friendship? It is a place where people come for fun, to be loved, and to have the experiences of an exciting life.
Introduction
Camp Friendship is a summer camp in the Black Hills of South Dakota for individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Camp Friendship consists of three parts with two-and-three -day overnight camps.
Activities
Campers go swimming, do arts and crafts, have campfires, sing songs, go fishing, and dress up for the dance. More importantly, Camp Friendship is about building lifelong friendship. Please share your camp experience and photos with us.
Staff
The camp is run by a family of over 150 volunteers that provide one on-one care and help for each camper as well as creating all of the program activities
Donation
Camp Friendship provides the services for each camper using funding provided by Rapid City and South Dakota Jaycees, other service organizations, and private donations.
Camper Registration (登记）
We are happy to help with questions or problems you may come across with the electronic application. Just contact us by e-mail. Mail-In forms are not allowed. If you do not feel comfortable filling out the online application please phone us at 605-7161885 or 605858-2211 and we will be happy to process your pre-registration over the phone. If you are applying as a staff (员工) member, please use the "Staff Registration".
1.Who is Camp Friendship designed for?
A.Those who like outdoor activities.
B.Those who expect to be loved.
C.Those who are disabled.
D.Those who long for an exciting life.
2.What is the special feature of Camp Friendship?
A.Sharing campers photos online.
B.Building lifelong friendship for campers.
C.Teaching campers to dress up.
D.Developing campers' talents.
3.What should you do when applying for a job in the camp?
A.Call the camp at 605-716-1885.
B.Download Mail-In forms.
C.Email your personal information.
D.Use the “Staff Registration".
