Lillian Hanson, a college student, expects to graduate in about two years. What makes Mrs Hanson different from her classmates is her age-----73 years. She has been studying at college, a few courses at a time, for 27 years.
When Lillian Hanson graduated from high school, she went to the bank to borrow money for further education. The banker gave her no encouragement. He didn't think that a country girl should borrow money to go to college. He thought she should be at home doing work in the house or around the farm. So Lillian Hanson went home and raised a family of nine children instead of going to college. Mrs Hanson never forgot her dream of getting a higher education. When her children were grown, she tried again.
She finds that it is the hardest part of going back to school at her age to sit in class for long periods of time. Because she is not as quick as she used to be, Mrs Hanson often gets up and walks around classes to keep from getting stiff(不灵活). At the beginning of a course in using the computer, the other students all stood up to give her a warm welcome when she introduced herself and explained why she was there and what her aims were.
1.Mrs Hanson couldn’t go to college immediately after she graduated from high school because _____.
A.she hadn't got enough money
B.she was a country girl
C.the banker ordered her not to borrow any money
D.the banker thought she should raise a family of nine children
2.The computer students welcomed Mrs Hanson warmly because ______.
A.she had got an excellent result in the exam
B.she was good at telling funny stories
C.they wanted to get her help in their studies
D.they were deeply moved by her spirit
3.Mrs Hanson is the sort of person who ________.
A.cares for study very much
B.likes to borrow money from the bank
C.never misses a chance to talk
D.tries to save any money for her family
I will always remember my mother's last few days in this world.
On February 14th,2000，my class went on a field trip to the beach.I had so much fun.When we returned to school，my teacher told me to go to the headmaster's office.When I got into the office，I saw a police officer.Suddenly I realized something was wrong.The police officer told me what had happened and we went to pick my sister up.After that，we went to the hospital and waited.Time went slowly.Finally，we got to see our mother.It was terrible.
The next day，the headmaster came and told my two teachers what had happened.I was taking a test that day.I knew it had something to do with my mother.I kept thinking that she either died or had gotten better.How I wished that she had gotten better.When my teacher took me outside，my sister ran up to me.she started crying，“She's gone，Teresa，mommy's gone.She's dead.”I couldn't believe it.We jumped into the car and drove straight to the hospital.Most of my family were there.The silence was terrible.I knew I had to say goodbye.
Today when I look back，I still miss my mother very much，but I know that I will live.My mother was a strong mother，who had the biggest heart.My mother was an angel walking on the earth.I will always remember her as living.When someone is asked who their hero(英雄)is，they usually say someone famous，like Michael Jordan or Britney Spears.When someone asks me who my hero is，I tell them，my mother.My mother lives every day.That is what makes her a true hero.
1.Where was the writer when she learned her mother was very ill?
A.On the beach. B.At the hospital.
C.At school. D.At home.
2.Who brought the writer the bad news that her mother was ill?
A.Her sister. B.The headmaster.
C.Her teacher. D.The police officer.
3.What did the headmaster tell the two teachers the next day?
A.Her mother had been very ill.
B.Her mother had been dead.
C.Her mother had gotten better.
D.Her sister came to see her.
假定你是李华，你们学校计划本周星期六组织学生到红山农场参加劳动。请你根据以下信息，给你校的交换生Peter写封邮件邀请他参加。
活动内容 | 种菜、浇花、锄草。 |
活动对Peter的意义 | 1.亲近自然、体验快乐； 2.提高汉语口语水平； 3.结交朋友； |
注意：1.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
2.文中不得出现真实姓名和学校名称；
3.词数：100词左右（不包括开头、结尾部分）；
4.参考词汇：锄草get rid of weeds；体验快乐experience pleasure
Dear Peter,
I’m writing to invite you to take part in an activity organized by our school.
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Looking forward to your early reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
根据下列句子的意思及所给汉语提示，在横线上写出各单词的正确形式。（每空限填一词）
1.Lei Feng is a __________ (伟大的) soldier who set a good example to all of us.
2.We ought to protect the earth because it is also the home to millions of __________ (动物).
3.We should __________ (种植) more trees to make the environment better.
4.Drivers must drive __________ (慢慢地) when they are passing by a school.
5.Mr. Smith often tells __________ (他的) son not to depend on anybody but himself.
6.David is such a kind man that he is always ready to __________ (帮助) people in trouble.
7.In China, many families would like to have a __________ (第二个) child because of the two-child policy.
8.Let’s search for more information about HUAWEI Mate X __________ (在……上) the Internet.
9.There will be an art exhibition on Chinese paper- cutting in Beijing __________ (下一个的) month,
10.It is necessary for us to form the habit of never putting off anything __________ (今天) till tomorrow.
I’m racing on the 1,500-metre track (跑道) with my friend, Mary. I’m tired and my throat is giving me much pain. I want to stop but a voice repeating in my head keeps me running: “No one knows what the result will be. Everything is still possible.” Today, I have to fight with myself.
Nine years ago, when I was a 6-year-old girl, my mother took me on a trip. We went to the foot of a high mountain which she told me that we would climb. I had never done this before and the thought of it made me very happy.
At the beginning, I climbed fast. But half an hour later, when I was thirsty and tired, I just stopped and sat upon the ground , completely silent. My mom came and sat next to me.
She said, “Get up and go on!”
Almost shouting, and with tears in my eyes, I replied, “No, I don’t want to do this. It’s too tiring and I am thirsty. I don’t like it. I want to go back home now.”
Patiently she explained, “Listen, my dear. If you try your best, anything is possible. If you don’t try, your dreams will never come true. However hard the task is, we must finish it. You will never know how beautiful the scenery looks unless you reach the top of the mountain.”
Hearing her words, I stopped crying and started to climb again. Finally I made it; I did reach the top of the mountain and enjoyed the glorious view.
Today I’m on the racing track. I’m going to keep running because I know its always worthwhile (值得做的) to finish.
And in the end I managed it; I got through the finish line. Although it was really difficult and I did not win, I did make it. As former Indian President A. P. J. Abdul Kalam (1931-2015) said, “Never stop fighting until you arrive at your destined (命定的) place — that is, the unique you.”
1.What event is the author taking part in?
A.Jumping. B.Running.
C.Boxing. D.Climbing.
2.What does the underlined word “glorious” in Para. 7 probably mean?
A.Sweet. B.Simple.
C.Beautiful. D.Strange.
3.Who encouraged the author to reach the top of the mountain?
A.Abdul Kalam. B.Mary.
C.Her teacher. D.Her mother.
4.Which of the following sentences is TRUE according to the passage?
A.The author won the race in the end.
B.The author got through the finish line in the end.
C.The author climbed the mountain with her parents.
D.The author disliked the splendid view on the top of the mountain.
5.What can we learn from this passage?
A.No pains, no gains. B.A small act makes a difference.
C.Hard work is the key to success. D.To reach our aims, never give up.
In the desert, there is very little rain and it is very hot in the day and so cold at night. If you walk or drive through the desert, it might be wise to know what you should do in order to survive in the desert.
Drink a little water every hour. But how can you get water in the desert? If you find a small piece of land where the earth is wet, dig inside to look for water. Another method of getting water is to cover a green plant with a plastic bag. As it breathes, the water vapor (水蒸气) will collect inside the bag. Little by little, you can collect enough water to drink.
Plan to travel at night and sleep during the day, if you find you have to survive in the desert for a period of time. If you can find something that makes you cool in the desert, use it as a shelter (遮蔽物) to protect you from the strong sunlight.
Wear clothing in light color. It may seem like you’ll be cooler if you wear that kind of clothes, which actually helps your body to become cool and helps protect you from being sunburnt.
Prepare to signal planes passing overhead if you are caught in the desert. During the day keep a smoky fire burning and at night, a bright, clean burning one. In this way, you are more likely to be saved.
1.What’s the weather like in the desert in the day?
A.Cool. B.Cold. C.Hot. D.Warm.
2.How many ways are mentioned to get water in Para. 2?
A.One. B.Two. C.Three. D.Four.
3.What is the suitable colour of clothing to wear in the desert?
A.Light. B.Dark. C.Blue. D.Green.
4.Where is the passage probably taken from?
A.A travel guide. B.A storybook.
C.A weather report. D.An advertisement.
5.What is the best title of the passage?
A.Clothing to Wear in the Desert B.Ways to Get Water in the Desert
C.Advice on Living in the Desert D.Suggestions for Surviving in the Desert
