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Should schools allow Halloween celebrations? Halloween is one of the most celebrated holidays in the United States. 1. Many schools also celebrate the holiday by having kids dress up in costumes, take part in costume shows, and join in a variety of activities relating to Halloween. On October 31, the halls of schools across the country will be filled with princes, princesses, and superheroes. In addition to costumes, school Halloween celebrations often include classroom parties and trick-or-treating. 2. They also say that dressing up in costumes allows kids to express themselves and show off their creativity. 3. Officials at many of those schools say the celebrations are too time-consuming (费时的) and take away class time. They also point out that kids who can't afford costumes or who don't celebrate Halloween for cultural reasons feel left out. For example, Seth Boyden Elementary School in Maplewood, New Jersey, canceled（取消）its Halloween celebration last year. Officials at the school said that in the past, many students stayed home on that day. 4. Bree Picower, a Professor of Early and Elementary Education at Montclair State, said, “Maplewood is a wonderful example of a school being responsive to society. Many schools plan to learn from it. Schools are places where students should feel included.” Parents in Maplewood had different opinions of this policy. Some said that the new no-Halloween policy was a welcome change. 5. A. It brings a lot of safety problems. B. Experts say Maplewood is not alone. C. Many people dislike these costumes. D. Each year there're millions of Americans celebrations the holiday. E. But more and more schools have canceled（取消）Halloween celebrations in recent years. F. Many teachers, parents, and students see these celebrations as a fun break from the school day. G. And others said that it was unfair that their children are now not allowed to celebrate Halloween in school.
Sand, sun, fitness, and fun were popular at the LeapFrog’s Fit Made Fun Day event on September 6. With LeapFrog’s new LeapBand activity tracker, the event look place at Santa Monica Beach in California educate kids about staying active. The LeapBand is Leapfrog’s newest product. It straps (用带子系好) onto the wrist, like a watch, features a virtual (虚拟的) pet that kids can care for. Kids do activities such as walking like a penguin and popping like popcorn to earn points and power-ups, which unlock new pets and rewards. “We want to make sure kills understand that gelling up, getting active, having fun, and getting healthy tips can all be part of their daily lives,” says Greg Ahearn, who works for LeapFrog. “Our goal with the LeapBand is to get kills up and active and having fun.” The event included creative Illness activities for kids and parents. Artie Green and Easy A. D., who are a part of an organization called Hip Hop Public Health, performed songs and taught dances. There were photo opportunities, healthy snacks, and goodie bags too. Mia Hamm, a former member of the United States national women’s soccer team, is the official spokesperson for the LeapBand. Hamm took part in Women’s World Cups and the Olympics. When she was about 15, she knew that her sport was soccer. “I loved the way it challenged me every single day,” she said. Hamm says exercising should be fun “whether it’s playing soccer with your friends or hopping on one foot or dancing”. She advises aspiring athletes to “go for it. It’s a lot of hard work, but it’s meaningful”. Later in the afternoon, the crowd came together to try to break three Guinness World Records: the most people making sand angels, the most people hopping on one foot, and the most people doing the swim dance. Participants (参加者) enjoyed exercising together, dancing, hopping, and flapping along to music. Better yet, they broke all three records! Ahearn hopes these families and many more continue to take part in fitness activities. “Fun is the most important thing,” he says. 1.The event LeapFrog’s Fit Made Fun Day is to ________. A.encourage participants to break Guinness World Records B.introduce LeapFrrog’s newest product — the LeapBand C.instruct people, especially kids to keep an active lifestyle D.find suitable volunteers to rare for virtual pets 2.According to the passage, what can we know? A.Kids don’t understand the value of active life. B.The activities of the event are concerned with fitness. C.Soccer doesn’t mean a lot to Hamm. D.Ahearn thinks breaking all three records is the most important thing. 3.The fifth paragraph mainly intends to tell us Mia Hamm________. A.is active in sports activities B.was a famous woman soccer player C.acts as the spokesperson for the LeapBand D.calls on people to do sports activities 4.What’s the main purpose of the passage? A.To sell a product B.To provide information about an activity C.To promote an activity D.To describe an experience
It is widely known that any English conversation begins with The Weather. Such a fixation with the weather finds expression in Dr. Johnson’s famous comment that “When two English meet, their first talk is of weather.” Though Johnson’s observation is as accurate now as it was over two hundred years ago, most commentators(评论员) fail to come up with a convincing explanation for this English weather-speak. Bill Bryson, for example, concludes that, as the English weather is not at all exciting, the obsession with it can hardly be understood. He argues that” To an outsider, the most striking thing about the English weather is that there is not very much of it.” Simply, the reason is that the unusual and unpredictable weather is almost unknown in the British Isles. Jeremy Paxman, however, disagrees with Bryson, arguing that the English weather is by nature attractive. Bryson is wrong, he says, “because the English preference for the weather has nothing to do with the natural phenomena(现象).” The interest is less in the phenomena themselves, but in uncertainty.” According to him, the weather in England is very changeable and uncertain and it attracts the English as well as the outsider. Bryson and Paxman stand for common misconceptions about the weather-speak among the English. Both commentators, somehow, are missing the point. The English weather conversation is not really about the weather at all. English weather-speak is a system of signs ,which is developed to help the speakers overcome the natural reserve and actually talk to each other. Everyone knows conversations starting with weather-speak are not requests for weather data. Rather, they are routine greetings, conversation starters or the blank “fillers”, In other words, English weather-speak is a means of social bonding. 1.The author mentions Dr. Johnson’s comment to show that________. A.most commentators agree with Dr. Johnson B.Dr. Johnson is famous for his weather observation C.the comment was accurate two hundred years ago D.English conversations usually start with the weather 2.What does the underlined word “obsession” most probably refer to? A.A social trend. B.An emotional state. C.A historical concept. D.An unknown phenomenon. 3.According to the passage, Jeremy Paxman believes that________. A.Bill Bryson has little knowledge of the weather B.there is nothing special about the English weather C.the English weather attracts people to the British Isles D.English people talk about the weather for its uncertainty 4.What is the author’s main purpose of writing the passage? A.To explain what English weather-speak is about. B.To analyze misconceptions about the English weather. C.To find fault with both Bill Bryson and Jeremy Paxman. D.To convince people that the English weather is changeable.
I was about 5 when I first heard the word “Greenland”, and my interest grew from there. Finally, after decades, I decided to go. When I finally arrived, the place, at first glance, was clearly misnamed: The east coast of Greenland was an expanse (宽阔的区域) of ice and snow, with no sign of human habitation. One of my purposes of going to Greenland was to make contact with some native Greenlanders. I didn’t know I would achieve this, but success came in an unexpected way. When I arrived at the Illunnguujuk Hostel, where I had reserved a bed, a young couple and their baby were out front, enjoying the sun and unusual warmth. Greenlanders speak their own Inuit language and learn Danish in school, and many also speak English well. The young woman, however, was not one of these. Her English turned out to be anticlimactic. When I identified myself, her eyes widened. Another traveler had arrived earlier and, mistaking him for me, they had given him my bed. There was no more space in the hostel. “But don’t worry,” she said, as she threw herself into cleaning a tiny house the family owned. “This is for you,” she said. And as if that weren’t enough, she invited me to eat supper with her family. That evening I sat down to a dinner of fresh fish with a loving, happy native family. When I first set foot in Greenland I found myself all but shocked by the emptiness, the vastness, and the silence. I had decided that I would probably never return. And then I was taken into this Greenlandic home. I can now say that even cold, empty, and silent scenery is worth visiting, so long as one has a warm and welcoming place to go to. 1.What did the author intend to do in Greenland? A.Get a part-time job. B.Live with a native family. C.Make some native contact. D.Do business with the natives. 2.What does the underlined word “anticlimactic” in Paragraph 4 mean? A.Simple. B.Modem. C.Outstanding. D.Disappointing. 3.The author lost his bed in the hostel because of . A.the language barrier B.a misunderstanding C.a wrong address D.the high price 4.What made the author’s visiting Greenland worthwhile? A.Tasting the local food. B.Helping a local family. C.Meeting friendly people. D.Enjoying the great scenery.
Make space in your summer for free fun You don’t have to go to the moon to meet an astronaut.You can do it at the Air and Space Museum on July 16. Pioneering pilot Amelia Earhart disappeared on a flight around the globe in 1937.But she’ll be at the National Air and Space Museum on July 16—the museum’s first Family Day of the season—to tell you all about her adventures.(Okay，it’s actually an actress pretending to be Earhart.) NASA astronaut Patrick Forrester will be there to answer your questions，too.Come to learn how space exploration changed the world. Another Family Day event takes place on July 25.At “Discover the Moon Day！” you can steer (驾驶) a robotic rover (a vehicle for exploring the surface of a planet)，examine meteorites (陨石) that were found on the moon，see the capsule (太空舱) that took the Apollo 11 astronauts there and back and view photos of the lunar surface using 3－D glasses. You can create lunar art and take a moon quiz.We’ll give you one example:July 20，1969—46 years ago this month.Do you know what happened that day? National Air and Space Museum Independence Avenue at Sixth Street SW Open daily 10 a.m.to 7:30 p.m.through September 1 (with a few early closings at 5:30 p.m.；visit our website for details). Family Day programs are from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.Information specialists are available Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.to 5 p.m.and Saturday from 9 a.m.to 4 p.m. All ages，but best for age 7 and older. For more information，call 202－633－2214 or go to www.airandspace.si.edu. 1.What can museum visitors do on July 16? A.Create lunar art. B.Step into an unusual capsule. C.See a movie about Earhart’s adventures. D.Learn about a missing woman pilot’s adventures. 2.What do we know about “Discover the Moon Day！”？ A.It includes a moon quiz competition. B.It’s the first Family Day at the museum. C.It features a famous astronaut’s explanations. D.It gives people first－hand experience of space. 3.What’s the closing time for the Family Day programs? A.3 p.m. B.4 p.m. C.5:30 p.m. D.7:30 p.m.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。 1.Who is poor at listening? A.Ann. B.Tom. C.Kevin. 2.How often does Tom have the English speaking class? A.Once a week. B.Twice a week. C.Three times a week. 3.What is May’s plan for the future? A.To go to a British university. B.To set up a story－telling club. C.To learn English from Mr.Smith. 4.What is Sarah weak in? A.Speaking. B.Reading. C.Writing.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What’s wrong with the man? A.He is out of work. B.He is in heavy debt. C.He is in poor health. 2.How does the man’s wife feel about their situation? A.Calm. B.Anxious. C.Careless. 3.Who is ill in hospital? A.The man’s father－in－law. B.The man’s mother. C.The man’s father. 4.What does the woman offer to do for the man? A.lend him some money. B.Ask her friends to help him. C.Introduce him to her friends.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What did the woman buy yesterday? A.A pair of shoes. B.A dress. C.A house. 2.What color is the woman’s old sofa? A.Green B.Brown. C.Yellow. 3.What does the woman say about the new sofa? A.It’s lighter than the old one. B.It’s longer than the old one. C.It’s narrower than the old one.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.What does the man find a bit salty? A.The chicken. B.The salad. C.The steak. 2.How much change can the woman get? A.4 dollars. B.5 dollars. C.6 dollars.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。 1.When will the man’s relatives get here? A.This Friday. B.This Saturday. C.This Sunday. 2.How many relatives are coming? A.Seven. B.Eight. C.Nine.
What is the woman probably doing? A.Asking for permission. B.Ordering a dish. C.Making a complaint.
What does the woman ask the man to do? A.Lend a book to her. B.Return a book for her. C.Go to the library with her.
When does the restaurant close? A.At 11:00 pm. B.At 9:30 pm. C.At 9:00 pm.
How did the woman get to work in the past? A.By bike. B.By bus. C.On foot.
What does the woman want to do first? A.Wash the clothes. B.Do the dishes. C.Sweep the floor.
词组替换 1.International support has caused a wave of optimism in the Ellesmere Company, as many employers are willing to stay late in their offices and work overtime. 2. Give me for free a printer, and I’ll buy your computer. 3.Last Saturday morning, he woke with a shock from his dream, thinking he was late for work. 4.In the past, most schoolteachers were men, but today there are more women than men. 5.Jenny suddenly saw her former English teacher Bruce on her way back home, but he turned around and disappeared. 6.I don’t know how Mickey managed to keep the car on the road for so long. At the end, it was practically in such a bad condition that parts are breaking off. 7.It has been raining continuously since the beginning of September and I will make use of the fine weather tomorrow to do my laundry. 8.The marble sculpture on permanent display at the Louvre Museum in Paris, part of whose arms were lost during its transport to France, is called the Venus de Milo. 9.People in this area still practice the custom which first appeared in the sixth century. 10.The apartment I live in now belongs to my friend George. It is close to the bus stop and the rent is only $ 120a week.
首字母填空 1.With the help of the Cassini spacecraft, NASA scientists have found e _____ to prove that chemical reactions (反应) are taking place deep below the surface of Enceladus, Saturn’s (土星) sixth largest moon. 2.A report said wealthier families tended to create more chances to help their children a _____ skills valued by the labor market. 3.Whether in p _____ metropolises (大都市), or in remote (偏远的) countryside, every kid is supposed to be provided equal educational opportunities. 4.In a digital world, d _____ the convenience modern technology brings, paper books are still valued by many people. 5.A new study suggested that having people think of you as constantly busy and needed at work is a far better way to show off social s _____. 6.We really shouldn’t have bought this house, because it will cost far more than we can afford to r _____ it. We didn’t realize what a bad state it’s in until we moved in. 7.The car’s i _____ is very impressive --- wonderful leather seats and a wooden dashboard (仪表盘). 8.The Grammy Awards is truly an award for artistic achievement, not just sales or chart position. It is recognizedas one of the most p _____ awards in field of music. 9.In the extremely heavy storm last week, many car owners were o _____ to abandon (放弃) their cars and evacuate (撤离) on foot. 10.We got so wet in the heavy rain that our clothes c _____ to us. It was really uncomfortable. 11.Even though this area was seriously damaged during an earthquake, the r _____ of a 12th century monastery (修道院) can still be seen on the site. 12.The shop said they could replace the newly bought air-conditioner for free as it was still under g _____. 13.After weeks at sea, it was wonderful to feel firm ground b _____ our feet once more. 14.Whatever happens, don’t sign any c _____ before you have examined its terms and conditions in detail. 15.In fact, Santa has an official in Lapland where he greets visitors all year round. But as it happens, people known more about Santa than the country he comes from --- Finland, a nation of o _____ natural beauty.
A city child’s summer is spent in the street in front of his home, and all through the long summer vacations I sat on the edge of the street and watched enviously the other boys on the block play baseball. I was never asked to take part even when one team had a member missing --- not out of special cruelty, but because they took it for granted I would be no good at it. They were right, of course. I would never forget the wonderful evening when something changed. The baseball ended about eight or eight thirty when it grew dark. Then it was the custom of the boys to retire to a little stoop (门廊) that stuck out from the candy store on the corner and that somehow had become theirs. No grownup ever sat there or attempted to. There the boys would sit, mostly talking about the games played during the day and of the game to be played tomorrow. Then long silences would fall and the boys would wander off one by one. It was just after one of those long silences that my life as an outsider changed. I can no longer remember which boy it was that summer evening who broke the silence with a question: but whoever he was, I nod to him gratefully now. “What’s in those books you’re always reading?” he asked casually. “Stories,” I answered. “What kind?” asked somebody else without much interest. Nor do I know what drove me to behave as I did, for usually I just sat there in silence, glad enough to be allowed to remain among them; but instead of answering his question, I told them for two hours the story I was reading at the moment. The book was Sister Carrie. They listened bug-eyed and breathless. I must have told it well, but I think there was another and deeper reason that made them to keep an audience. Listening to a tale being told in the dark is one of the most ancient of man’s entertainments, but I was offering them as well, without being aware of doing it, a new and exciting experience. The books they themselves read were the Rover Boys or Tom Swift or G.A.Henty. I had read them too, but at thirteen I had long since left them behind. Since I was much alone I had become an enthusiastic reader and I had gone through the books-for-boys series. In those days there was no reading material between children’s and grownups’ books or I could find none. I had gone right from Tome Swift and His Flying Machine to Theodore Dreiser and Sister Carrie. Dreiser had hit my young mind, and they listened to me tell the story with some of the wonder that I had had in reading it. The next night and many nights thereafter, a kind of unspoken ritual ( 仪 式 ) took place. As it grew dark, I would take my place in the center of the stoop and begin the evening’s tale. Some nights, in order to taste my victory more completely, I cheated. I would stop at the most exciting part of a story by Jack London or Bret Harte, and without warning tell them that that was as far as I had gone in the book and it would have to be continued the following evening. It was not true, of course; but I had to make certain of my new-found power and position. I enjoyed the long summer evenings until school began in the fall. Other words of mine have been listened to by larger and more fashionable audiences, but for that tough and athletic one that sat close on the stoop outside the candy store, I have an unreasoning love that will last forever. 1.Watching the boys playing baseball, the writer must have felt _____. A.bitter and lonely B.special and different C.pleased and excited D.disturbed and annoyed 2.The writer feels grateful even now to the boy who asked the question because the boy _____. A.invited him to join in their game B.liked the book that he was reading C.broke the long silence of that summer evening D.offered him an opportunity that changed his life 3.According to Paragraph 3, story-telling was popular among the boys basically because _____. A.the story was from a children’s book B.listening to tales was an age-old practice C.the boys had few entertainments after dark D.the boys didn’t read books by themselves 4.The boys were attracted to Sister Carrie because _____. A.it was written by Theodore Dreiser B.it was specifically targeted at boys C.it gave them a deeper feeling of pleasure D.it talked about the wonders of the world
Last summer, two nineteenth-century cottages were rescued from remote farm fields in Montana, to be moved to an Art Deco building in San Francisco. The houses were made of wood. These cottages once housed early settlers as they worked the dry Montana soil; now they hold Twitter engineers. The cottages could be an example of the industry’s odd love affair with “low technology,” a concept associated with the natural world, and with old-school craftsmanship ( 手 艺 ) that exists long before the Internet era. Low technology is not virtual (虚拟的) --- so, to take advantage of it, Internet companies have had to get creative. The rescued wood cottages, fitted by hand in the late eighteen-hundreds, are an obvious example, but Twitter’s designs lie on the extreme end. Other companies are using a broader interpretation (阐释) of low technology that focuseson nature. Amazon is building three glass spheres filled with trees, so that employees can “work and socialize in a more natural, park-like setting.” At Google’s office, an entire floor is carpeted in glass. Facebook’s second Menlo Park campus will have a rooftop park with a walking trail. Olle Lundberg, the founder of Lundberg Design, has worked with many tech companies over the years. “We have lost the connection to the maker in our lives, and our tech engineers are the ones who feel impoverished (贫乏的) , because they’re surrounded by the digital world,” he says. “They’re looking for a way to regain their individual identity, and we’ve found that introducing real crafts is one way to do that.” This craft based theory is rooted in history, William Morris, the English artist and writer, turned back to pre-industrial arts in the eighteen-sixties, just after the Industrial Revolution. The Arts and Crafts movement defined itself against machines. “Without creative human occupation, people became disconnected from life,” Morris said. Research has shown that natural environments can restore (恢复) our mental capacities. In Japan, patients are encouraged to “forest-bathe,” taking walks through woods to lower their blood pressure. These health benefits apply to the workplace as well. Rachel Kaplvin, a professor of environmental psychology, has spent years researching the restorative effects of natural environment. Her research found that workers with access to nature at the office --- even simple views of trees and flowers --- felt their jobs were less stressful and more satisfying. If low-tech offices can potentially nourish the brains and improve the mental health of employees then, fine, bring on the cottages. 1.Low technology is regarded as something that _____. A.is related to nature B.is out of date today C.consumes too much energy D.exists in the virtual world 2.The writer’s attitude to “low technology” can best be described as _____. A.positive B.defensive C.cautious D.doubtful 3.What might be the best title for the passage? A.Past Glories, Future Dreams B.The Virtual World, the Real Challenge C.High-tech Companies, Low-tech Offices D.The More Craftsmanship, the Less Creativity
Here is some must-know information from a handbook on how people behave in doing business in some countries. In Brazil Brazilians are warm and friendly. They often stand close when talking and it is common for them to touch the person on the shoulder. People often greet each other (particularly women) with light cheek kisses. Schedules tend to be flexible, with business meetings sometimes starting later than planned. But to be safe, be on time. Meals can stretch for hours — there’s no such thing as rushing a meal in Brazil. Lunches also can start in the mid to late afternoon. Brazilians are social, preferring face-to-face communication over mails or phone calls. In Singapore Singaporeans shake hands when they meet and often also greet each other with a small, polite bow. Business cards should be offered and received with two hands. Arriving late is considered disrespectful. So be on time. Efficiency(效率) is the goal, so meetings and dealings often are fast-paced. Singaporeans are direct in their discussions, even when the subject is about money. Rank is important and authority is respected. This determines both people interact in meetings. For example, people avoid disagreeing outright with someone with a higher rank. In the United Arab Emirates In the UAE, status is important, so the most senior or oldest should be greeted first with their titles. The handshake seems to be longer than elsewhere. So, do not pull away the handshake. Women should cover themselves when it comes to dress. Men also tend to be covered from neck to elbows(肘部) and down to the knees. People do not avoid entertaining in their homes, but they also hold business meals at restaurants. Touching or passing food or eating with your left hand is to be avoided. When meetings are one-to-one, if your host offers you coffee, you should refuse. It might seem odd, but it is a cultural tradition. Coffee should only be accepted if it is always set out or presented. In Switzerland The Swiss tend to be formal and address each other by last name. They also are respectful of private lives. You should be careful not to ask about personal topics. Punctuality (守时) is vital, something that comes from a deep respect for others’ time. Arrive at any meeting or event a few minutes early to be safe. They also have clear structure in their companies. Higher-ups make the final decisions, even if others might disagree. Neat, clean dress is expected. The Swiss follow formal table manners. They also keep their hands visible at the table and their elbows off the table. It is polite to finish the food on your plate. 1.The passage is mainly about _____________. A.communication types B.the workplace atmosphere C.customs and social manners D.living conditions and standards 2.Why do Singaporeans avoid arguing with their boss? A.They put efficiency in the first place. B.They dislike face-to-face communication. C.They want to finish meetings as quickly as possible. D.They are supposed to obey the person of a higher rank. 3.In the UAE, when should you refuse the coffee if it is offered? A.When greeting seniors. B.When meeting the host alone. C.When attending a presentation. D.When dining with business partners. 4.In which country do people care about where to put their hands at the dinner table? A.In Brazil. B.In Singapore. C.In the United Arab Emirate. D.In Switzerland.
Wealth starts with a goal saving a dollar at a time. Call it the piggy bank strategy ( 策 略 ). There are lessons in that time-honored coin-saving container. Any huge task seems easier when reduced to baby steps. If you wished to climb a 12,000-foot mountain, and could do it a day at a time, you would only have to climb 33 feet daily to reach the top in a year. If you want to take a really nice trip in 10 years for a special occasion, to collect the $15,000 cost, you have to save $3.93 a day. If you drop that into a piggy bank and then once a year put $1,434 in a savings account at 1% interest rate after-tax,you will have your trip money. When I was a child, my parents gave me a piggy bank to teach me that, if I wanted something, I should save money to buy it. We associate piggy banks with children, but in many countries, the little containers are also popular with adults. Europeans see a piggy bank as a sign of good fortune and wealth. Around the world, many believe a gift of a piggy bank on New Year’s Day brings good luck and financial success. Ah, but you have to put something in it. Why is a pig used as a symbol of saving? Why not an elephant bank, which is bigger and holds more coins? In the Middle Ages, before modern banking and credit instruments, people saved money at home, a few coins at a time dropped into a jar or dish. Potters ( 制 陶 工 ) made these inexpensive containers from an orange-colored clay (黏土) called “pygg,” and folks saved coins in pygg jars. The Middle English word for pig was “pigge”. While the Saxons pronounced pygg, referring to the clay, as “pug”, eventually the two words changed into the same pronunciation, sounding the “i” as in pig or piggy. As the word became less associated with the orange clay and more with the animal, a clever potter fashioned a pygg jar in the shape of a pig, delighting children and adults. The piggy bank was born. Originally you had to break the bank to get to the money, bringing in a sense of seriousness into savings. While piggy banks teach children the wisdom of saving, adults often need to relearn childhood lessons. Think about the things in life that require large amounts of money --- college education, weddings, cars, medical care, starting a business, buying a home, and fun stuff like great trips. So when you have money, take off the top 10%, put it aside, save and invest wisely. 1.What is the piggy bank strategy? A.Paying 1% income tax at a time. B.Setting a goal before making a travel plan. C.Aiming high even when doing small things. D.Putting aside a little money regularly for future use. 2.Why did the writer’s parents give him a piggy bank as a gift? A.To delight him with the latest fashion. B.To encourage him to climb mountains. C.To help him form the habit of saving. D.To teach him English pronunciation. 3.What does then underlined word “something” (Paragraph 3) most probably refer to? A.Money B.Gifts C.Financial success D.Good luck 4.The piggy ban originally was _____. A.a potter’s instrument B.a cheap clay container C.an animal-shaped dish D.a pig-like toy for children
Something that happens in our daily life often impresses us deeply and makes us think a lot. About six years ago I was eating lunch in a restaurant in New York city _____ a woman and a young boy sat down at the next table. I couldn’t help _____ parts of their conversations. At one point the woman asked, “So, _____ have you been?” And the boy, who could not have been more than seven or eight years, replied, “Frankly, I’ve been feeling a little _____ lately.” This incident stuck in my mind because it confirmed my growing _____ that children are _____. As far as I can remember, my friends and I didn’t find out we were “depressed”, that is, in low spirits, _____ we were in high school. The evidence of a change in children has _____ steadily in recent years. Children don’t seem _____ anymore. Children speak more like adults, dress more like adults and _____ more like adults than they used to. Whether this is good or bad is difficult to say, but it certainly is _____. Children as it once was _____ exists. Why? Human development has depended not only on born _____ states, but also on patterns of gaining _____ knowledge. Movement from one social role to another usually _____ learning the secrets of the new social positions. Children have always been taught adult secrets, but slowly and in stages; traditionally, we tell sixth graders things we keep hidden from _____ graders. In the last 30 years, however, a secret-revelation (揭示) machine has been equipped in 98 percent of American homes. It is called television. Television passes information to all _____ alike, whether they are children or adults. Unable to resist the temptation ( 诱 惑 ), many children turn their attention from _____ texts to the less challenging, more attractive moving pictures. Communication through print, _____, allows for a great deal of control over the social information which children will gain. Children must read simple books before they can read _____ materials. 1.A.before B.while C.when D.since 2.A.learning B.watching C.overcoming D.overhearing 3.A.where B.how C.what D.who 4.A.depressed B.impressed C.tired D.upset 5.A.mind B.belief C.proof D.idea 6.A.changing B.missing C.disappointing D.promising 7.A.as B.after C.since D.until 8.A.decreased B.increased C.disappeared D.improved 9.A.grow-up B.honest C.lovely D.childlike 10.A.think B.smile C.behave D.walk 11.A.similar B.enjoyable C.different D.probable 12.A.always B.still C.no longer D.again 13.A.logical B.physical C.mental D.biological 14.A.social B.scientific C.natural D.common 15.A.needs B.seeks C.includes D.engages 16.A.fifth B.fourth C.seventh D.third 17.A.customers B.listeners C.viewers D.fans 18.A.divided B.spoken C.collected D.printed 19.A.for example B.as a matter of fact C.even worse D.what’s more 20.A.basic B.complex C.instructive D.important
--- I just can’t stop worrying about the result of my medical examination as I’ve been feeling out of shape for several months. --- _____. There is nothing you can do now but wait. A.Sit back and relax B.Watch out for it C.Wait a moment D.Take your time
In lesson 3, “An unknown goddess”, the interesting discovery made by the archaeologists was _____ A.that the city had once been prosperous B.that the temple had been used as a place of worship C.that they were not the first to have found the head of the goddess D.that they found the fifteen statues had been painted
During China’s Golden Week, the first week of October, 650 million domestic tips were made in the country. The number of visitors to domestic travel destination was _____ of last year. A.twice as big as B.twice as big as that C.as big as twice D.twice the size
that they may eventually reduce the amount of labor needed on construction sites by 90 per-cent. A.Such construction robots are clever B.So clever the construction robots are C.So clever are the construction robots D.Such clever construction robots are
We were outnumbered (人数占少) and surrounded. Such being _____, we had to surrender. A.the case B.the claim C.the start D.the status
“ ________ I went through ups and downs in life，” Gordon said, “I never found the importance of being selfdisciplined as well as the significance of life.” A.If B.Since C.Until D.Unless
I happened to be on the newly-built highway when that brand-new car went by, followed by a police car. They _____ at least 150 kilometers an hour. A.must have been driving B.should have been driving C.could have driven D.would have driven
New energy-sharing projects _____ in dozens of cities across the country to fuel China’s sharing economy in the next few years. A.are to carry out B.are being carried out C.were carried out D.will have been carried out
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