4 Study Habits You Should Be Practising

With exams, essays, projects, and many deadlines for different things, effective（有效的）study habits are necessary. 1. If you are in need of a bit of an improvement, keep reading for the top four study habits that you should be practicing.

1. Make and use flashcards.

2. By using flashcards with a question on one side and the answer on the other, you will force your brain to recall he necessary information. Even if you struggle a bit with a card, you will still be actively revising the necessary material.

2. Revise, revise, revise!

Many students put off studying until just before the exam, with the more hardworking students giving themselves a week or two before a test. 3. It’s best to revise the information a little bit every day, so that you are not upset when a test comes around.

3. 4.

One of the most effective—and the most fun—methods of studying is to watch related lectures and videos in order to get more material. Watch documentaries or videos on YouTube and educational websites. You may be surprised at how much you can learn from videos, and just how much information is available online.

4. Re-write your notes.

Studies have shown that writing information out by hand increases your ability to remember the material. This makes the recall go hand-in-hand with muscle memory. 5.

These are the four most effective study habits, and something all successful students do. Make sure you are on top of your game by following these study methods!

A. Watch related lectures and videos.

B. One method of revising is to make a mind-map.

C. Use these graded tests to create a new practice test.

D. Having these great study habits can make things easier.

E. However, it’s actually an ineffective method of preparing and studying.

F. Flashcards are designed to improve active memory recall of information.

G. You will be able to picture your written notes when you are taking the exam.

If you do not use your arms or your legs for some time, they will become weak, and when you start using them again, they slowly become strong again. Everybody knows that. Yet many people do not seem to know that memory works in the same way.

When someone says that he has a good memory, he really means that he keeps his memory in practice by using it. When someone else says that his memory is poor, he really means that he does not give it enough chance to become strong.

If a friend says that his arms and legs are weak, we know that it is his own fault. But if he tells us that he has a poor memory, many of us think that his parents may be blamed, and few of us know that it is just his own fault (过错). Have you ever found that some people can’t read or write but usually they have better memories? This is because they cannot read or write and when they have to remember things, they cannot write them down in a small notebook. As a result, they have to remember days, names, songs and stories, so their memory is being exercised the whole time.

So if you want to have a good memory, learn from the people: practice remembering things in a way as other people do.

1.Someone can’t have a good memory if ________.

A. he can’t read or write

B. his parents haven’t a good memory

C. he doesn’t use his arms or legs for some time

D. he doesn’t make good use of his memory

2.If you do not use your arms or legs for some time, ________.

A. they will become thin

B. they will become weak

C. they begin to ache all over

D. you can’t use them any more

3.Few people know that if someone has a poor memory it is ________.

A. his own fault    B. his parents" fault

C. his teachers" fault    D. his friends" fault

4.Give the best title for this passage. ____.

A. Don't Stop Using your Arms or Legs    B. Learn from the People

C. How to Have a Good Memory    D. Strong Arms and Good Memories

In recent years many countries have been faced with the problem of how to make their workers more productive. Some experts claim the answer is to make jobs more varied. But do more varied jobs lead to greater productivity? There is evidence to suggest that while variety certainly makes the worker's life more enjoyable, it doesn't actually make him work harder. As far as increasing productivity is concerned, then, variety is not an important factor.

Other experts feel that giving the worker freedom to do his job in his own way is important.  The problem is that this kind of freedom cannot easily be given in the modern factory with its complicated(复杂的) machinery. Thus while freedom of choice may be important, there is usually very little that can be done to create it.

Another important consideration is how much each worker contributes to the product he is making.  In most factories the worker sees only one small part of the product. Some car factories are now experimenting with having many small production lines so that each worker contributes more to the production of the cars on his line. It would seem that not only is degree of worker contribution an important factor, but it is also one we can do something about.

To what degree does more money lead to great productivity? The workers themselves certainly think this is important. But perhaps they want more money only because the work they do is so boring. Money just lets them enjoy their spare time more. A similar argument may explain demands for shorter working hours.  Perhaps if we succeed in making their jobs more interesting, they will neither want more money, nor will shorter working hours be so important to them.

1.According to the author, what advantage do varied jobs bring?

A. They increase productivity enormously.

B. They reduce boredom among workers.

C. They bring out the best in workers.

D. They relieve workers' difficulties.

2.What can we clearly see from the passage?

A. It’s practical to allow more freedom in a modern factory.

B. It's necessary to have a large number of workers.

C. It's important to raise workers’ sense of contribution.

D. It’s difficult to have more production lines.

3.The passage seems to suggest that ________.

A. more money leads to demands for shorter working hours

B. more money does not automatically create higher productivity

C. workers like more money better than more interesting jobs

D. workers expect to have both more money and more interesting jobs

4.What does the passage mainly discuss?

A. How to enrich workers'1ife.

B. How to make workers more productive.

C. How to shorten working hours.

D. How to decrease dullness in a factory.

Our local Community Youth Club is a very popular organization with young people in my town. I have been a member for four years now and I’ve taken part in a lot of interesting projects. These include fun activities such as holiday camps and discos. We have organized sports competitions and we even made a video.

But it isn’t all just enjoyment, we have also started doing social work to help people in our neighbourhood. We have organized activities for small children during the holidays. We have also formed  a social support group to help young people stop smoking.

We are particularly proud of the most recent group we have created. It organizes regular visits to the local old people’s home. This idea came from a school visit to an old people’ home. My class spent an afternoon at a home and everyone found the visit very rewarding.

The old people at the home were very excited by our visit. They were very talkative(健谈的) and they told us their personal stories. During our visit ,the home was filled with the sound of laughter. We sang songs and played games with the old people and had tea together. But we realized that life wasn’t always easy. Some of them were in poor health and were very unhappy. They couldn’t go outside and the visits by children brought some sunshine into their lives.

Many young people like me do not live with our grandparents and we have very little contact with elderly people. As a result, many young people don’t know what they are like and we have a lot of wrong ideas about them. We have little or no idea of the kind of lives they lead in their homes. After this visit, my friends and I decided we should do something to help improve the quality of their lives.

Since the creation of our visiting group, over twenty volunteers have joined us. Up to now, we have organized three group evenings and a concert. But it is the individual(单独的) visits which are the most important. Club members regularly visit old people and everyone finds the experience rich and rewarding.

1.The writer ____________.

A. works at an old people’s home    B. lives with her grandparents.

C. lives in an old people’s home.    D. regularly visits old people.

2.The Community Youth Club_______________.

A. only organizes leisure activities for young people

B. has made a video about life in an old people’s home

C. has arranged a school visit to the local old people’s home

D. mainly does social work.

3.The writer thinks that many children today __________.

A. are not interested in how old people live

B. do not want to get to know old people

C. have very little contact with old people

D. live with their grandparents

4.As for Community Youth Club’s future,  The author’s attitude to  it is ____________.

A. positive    B. negative    C. neutral    D. indifferent

San Francisco Fire Engine Tours

San Francisco Winery Tour

Running: February 1st through April 30th

This delicious tour goes through the city on its way to Treasure Island where we will stop at the famous Winery SF. Here you can enjoy 4 pours of some of the best wine San Francisco has to offer. (Included in tickets price)

Departing from the Cannery: Tell time upon request.

Duration(时长): 2 hours

Price: $90

Back to the Fifties Tour

Running: August 16th through August 31st

This tour transports you back in time to one of San Francisco’s most fantastic periods, the 1950s! Enjoy fun history as we take you through San Francisco for a free taste of ice cream.

Departing form the Cannery: 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Duration: 2 hours

Price: $90

Spooky Halloween Tour

Running: October 10th through October 31st

Join us for a ride through the historical Presidio district. Authentic fire gear(服装) is provided for your warmth as our entertainers take you to some of the most thrilling parts of San Francisco.

Departing from the Cannery: 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Price: Available upon request

Holiday Lights Tour

Running: December 6th through December 23nd

This attractive tour takes you to some of San Francisco’s most cheerful holiday scenes. Authentic fire gear is provided for your warmth as you get into the holiday spirit.

Departing from the Cannery: 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm

Duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes

Advance reservations required.

1.Which of the tours is available in March?

A. San Francisco Winery Tour.    B. Back to the Fifties Tour.

C. Spooky Halloween Tour.    D. Holiday Lights Tour.

2.What can tourists do on Back to the Fifties Tours?

A. Go to Treasure Island.    B. Enjoy the holiday scenes.

C. Have free ice cream.    D. Visit the Presidio district.

3.What are tourists required to do to go on Holiday Lights Tour?

A. Take some drinks.    B. Set off early in the morning.

C. Wear warm clothes.    D. Make reservations in advance.

听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。

1.How many beaches are in the San Diego area?

A. Seven.    B. Fifteen.    C. More than one hundred.

2.What can you find at Scripps Pier?

A. Many surfers.    B. A statue of dolphin.    C. A marine science university.

3.Where are the rides?

A. At Mission Beach.    B. At Coronado Beach.    C. At Black’s Beach.

4.What is true about Imperial Beach?

A. It’s next to Mexico.

B. It’s the best beach for diving.

C. It’s one of the top ten beaches in San Diego.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.What does the woman ask the man to do?

A. Throw away her sofa.

B. Clean her living room.

C. Help her move something.

2.Why is Jack giving the woman his sofa?

A. It’s old and dirty.

B. He’s moving abroad.

C. His new place is too small.

3.How does the man know Jack?

A. They’re neighbors.

B. They’re co-workers.

C. They’re classmates.

4.What is the man hoping will happen?

A. He’ll get a new truck.

B. Jack will give him some furniture.

C. He’ll find a place with a great view.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.What is on the man’s web page?

A. All the lecture notes.    B. The students’ grades.    C. A list of all assignments.

2.When does the man suggest the woman read each chapter?

A. Before class.    B. During class.    C. After class.

3.What does the man think is the most important?

A. Having confidence.    B. Being prepared.    C. Answering questions.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.Why does the woman look depressed?

A. Her parents have no time for her.

B. She can’t communicate with her parents.

C. She doesn’t meet her parents’ expectation.

2.What is the woman’s mother always doing?

A. Talking about her work.    B. Showing off her daughter.    C. Complaining about everything.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.How much is the cheapest shirt?

A. $10.    B. $7.    C. $3.

2.What do we know about the man’s daughter?

A. She’s three feet tall.    B. She’s five years old.    C. She’ll get some gifts soon.

What is the woman’s job?

A. A shopkeeper.    B. A waitress.    C. A saleswoman.

What time of day is it?

A. Morning.    B. Afternoon.    C. Evening.

When should Tony return the money to Emma?

A. In July.    B. In August.    C. In September.

What will the woman do next?

A. Go home.    B. Copy her ID.    C. Deposit her check.

What color is the book that the man wants?

A. Red.    B. Black.    C. Blue.

假设你是高中生李华，你校校园网招收英文网络编辑（web editor）,请根据以下提示，用英语向外籍主编Chris 申请这一职位。要点包括：

1.关心时事，对新闻工作感兴趣；

2.有做校刊记者的工作经历；

3.擅长英语，曾获校英语写作大赛一等奖。

注意：

1.词数不少于100；

2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

Dear Chris,

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Yours,

Lihua

假如英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌的以下作文，文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加，删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。

注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

As a senior three student, it won’t take long after I graduate. Now, I have many to share with my fellow students.

Firstly, I’d like to show my appreciation to those who stand by me all the way, teachers, parents and friends including. Without their help or advice, my life will be different. Secondly, it’s high time for I to say sorry to the classmates whom I hurt or misunderstood. I firm believe that communication and smiles act as bridges to friendship. Thirdly, I’ve made my mind to make every effort to study, for hard work is the key to a success. Finally I want to express my hope that all the young fellow can make full use of time, because time and tide waiting for no man.

1.2.3.4.5.

6.7.8.9.10.

When someone has deeply hurt you, it can be very difficult to let go of your anger. But forgiveness is possible --- and it can be surprisingly1.(benefit) to your physical and mental health. So far, research 2.(show) that people who forgive can have more energy, better appetite and better sleep. “People who forgive show3.(little) anger and more hopefulness,” says Dr. Frederic Luskin, who wrote the book Forgive for Good. “So it can help reduce the tiredness out of the immune system and allow people 4.(feel) more energetic.”

So when someone has hurt you, cool down first. Take a couple of breaths and think of something 5.gives you pleasure: a beautiful scene in nature, or someone you love. Don’t wait for an 6. (apologize). “Many times the person who hurt you may never think of apologizing,” says Dr. Luskin. “They may have wanted to hurt you or they just don’t see things in7.same way. So if you wait for people to say sorry, you could be waiting a very long time.”

Next keep in mind that forgiveness does not necessarily mean8.(accept) the action of the person who upsets you. 9., learn to look for the love, beauty and kindness around you. Finally, try to see things from the other person’s perspective. You may realize that he or she was acting out of ignorance. To gain perspective, you may want to write a letter to10.(you) from that person’s point of view.

The measure of a man's real character is what he would do if he knew he would never be found out.

—Thomas Macaulay

Some thirty years ago, I was studying in a public school in New York. One day, Mrs. Nanette O'Neill gave an arithmetic _______to our class. When the papers were marked she discovered that twelve boys had made exactly the _______ mistakes throughout the test.

There is nothing really new about_______in exams. Perhaps that was why Mrs. O'Neill_______even say a word about it. She only asked the twelve boys to________after class. I was one of the twelve.

Mrs. O'Neill asked______ questions, and she didn't _______ us either. Instead, she wrote on the blackboard the ______words by Thomas Macaulay. She then ordered us to_______ these words into our exercise-books one hundred times.

I don't _______about the other eleven boys. Speaking for_______I can say :it was the most important single_______of my life. Thirty years after being introduced to Macaulay's words, they_______seem to me the best yardstick(准绳), because they give us a _______to measure ourselves rather than others.

_____of us are asked to make_______decisions about nations going to war or armies going to battle. But all of us are called upon daily to make a great many personal decisions._______the wallet, found in the street, be put into a pocket_______turned over to the policeman? Should the_______change received at the store be forgotten or returned? Nobody will know except_______. But you have to live with yourself, and it is always better to live with someone you respect.

1.A. paper    B. problem    C. test    D. lesson

2.A. easy    B. funny    C. same    D. serious

3.A. lying    B. cheating    C. guessing    D. discussing

4.A. didn't    B. did    C. would    D. wouldn't

5.A. come    B. leave    C. apologize    D. remain

6.A. no    B. certain    C. many    D. more

7.A. excuse    B. reject    C. help    D. scold

8.A. following    B. common    C. above    D. unusual

9.A. repeat    B. copy    C. put    D. get

10.A. worry    B. know    C. hear    D. talk

11.A. myself    B. ourselves    C. themselves    D. herself

12.A. chance    B. incident    C. lesson    D. memory

13.A. even    B. almost    C. always    D. still

14.A. way    B. sentence    C. choice    D. reason

15.A. All    B. Few    C. Some    D. None

16.A. quick    B. wise    C. great    D. personal

17.A. Would    B. Must    C. Should    D. Need

18.A. and    B. or    C. then    D. but

19.A. extra    B. small    C. some    D. necessary

20.A. me    B. us    C. you    D. them

How to remember your passwords

Remembering and then forgetting your passwords can be a frustrating business, and one that contributes to more than half of calls made to helplines. 1.  Once you have reset your password, you’re going to need to remember that one too. Follow our tips on breaking the password-frustration cycle.

2.

We often create so many user IDs but there are only a small number of passwords that you really need to remember. It’s important for you to remember your banking and email passwords, but do you really need to worry about your occasional eBay visit? If you can commit(交付) just a few to memory, you can hand the rest over to a password keeper to do the remembering for you.

Sign up for a password keeping service

3. You just need to encrypt(加密) your data and keep it in a safe server. Many password keepers require you to remember just one master password, which will give you access to the accounts you have chosen.

Write them down

“Just keep them in a safe place, such as a locked box,” says Internet security blogger Bruce Schneider. 4. Thus, it isn’ t entirely discouraged and can be an efficient back-up plan when all else fails.

Work on your memory

5. Practicing memory techniques or making certain lifestyle changes, including reducing stress, might just prevent you from having to make that frustrating password phone call ever again.

A. Download a mobile password app.

B. Of course, it doesn’t just stop there.

C. Try to make a note of your passwords.

D. Work out which passwords matter most.

E. Put your money into different accounts.

F. It will remember your passwords for you.

G. Many exercises can help improve your memory.

The Healthy Habits Survey shows that only about one third of American seniors have correct habits. Here are some findings and expert advice.

1. How many times did you brush your teeth yesterday?

·Finding: A full 33% of seniors brush their teeth only once a day.

·Step:  Remove the 300 types of bacteria in your mouth each morning with a battery-operated toothbrush. Brush gently for 2 minutes, at least twice a day.

2. How many times did you wash your hands or bathe yesterday?

·Finding: Seniors, on average, bathe fewer than 3 days a week. And nearly 30% wash their hands only 4 times a day---half of the number doctors recommend.

·Step:  We touch our faces around 3,000 times a day---often inviting germs（病菌）to enter our mouth, nose, and eyes. Use toilet paper to avoid touching the door handle. And, most important, wash your hands often with hot running water and soap for 20 seconds.

3. How often do you think about fighting germs?

· Finding: Seniors are not fighting germs as well as they should.

· Step:  Be aware of germs. Do you know it is not your toilet but your kitchen sponge（海绵）that can carry more germs than anything else? To kill these germs, keep your sponge in the microwave for 10 seconds.

1. How many times did you brush your teeth yesterday?

·Finding: A full 33% of seniors brush their teeth only once a day.

·Step:  Remove the 300 types of bacteria in your mouth each morning with a battery-operated toothbrush. Brush gently for 2 minutes, at least twice a day.

2. How many times did you wash your hands or bathe yesterday?

·Finding: Seniors, on average, bathe fewer than 3 days a week. And nearly 30% wash their hands only 4 times a day---half of the number doctors recommend.

·Step:  We touch our faces around 3,000 times a day---often inviting germs（病菌）to enter our mouth, nose, and eyes. Use toilet paper to avoid touching the door handle. And, most important, wash your hands often with hot running water and soap for 20 seconds.

3. How often do you think about fighting germs?

· Finding: Seniors are not fighting germs as well as they should.

· Step:  Be aware of germs. Do you know it is not your toilet but your kitchen sponge（海绵）that can carry more germs than anything else? To kill these germs, keep your sponge in the microwave for 10 seconds.

1.What is found out about American seniors?

A. Most of them have good habits.

B. Nearly 30% of them bathe three days a week.

C. All of them are fighting germs better than expected.

D. About one third of them brush their teeth only once a day

2.Doctors suggest that people should wash their hands           .

A. eight times a day    B. three times a day

C. four times a day    D. twice a day

3.Which of the following is true according to the text?

A. We should keep from touching our faces.

B. There are less than 300 types of bacteria in the mouth.

C. A kitchen sponge can carry more germs than a toilet.

D. We should wash our hands before touching a door handle.

4.The text probably comes from             .

A. a guide book    B. a popular magazine

C. a book review    D. an official document

听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。

1.How many laws are introduced in the speech?

A. Three.    B. Five.    C. Four.

2.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A. Shopping.    B. Crossing the road.    C. Drinking.

3.Whom is the speaker giving advice to?

A. Travelers to the country.    B. Women who travel with children.

C. Children under 16 years old.

4.Which of the following is true according to the passage?

A. If you need help, please turn to your teachers.

B. People drive on the left in this country.

C. It is against the law for anyone to buy cigarettes or tobacco.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.Why is the woman inviting the man to the dinner party?

A. Because he is the chairman.    B. Because he is a doctor.

C. Because he helped her with her paper.

2.When is the dinner party to be held?

A. At 7：00 o’clock.    B. At 6：30 on Saturday    C. A little after 7：00 o’clock.

3.Who is Elizabeth?

A. Dr Vincent’s wife.    B. Another doctor.    C. The woman’s close friend.

4.What does the man think of the woman?

A. She has no reason to hold a dinner party.

B. She deserves to have a party after her hard work.

C. She hasn’t worked hard enough.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.Who are the speakers?

A. A passer-by and a policeman.    B. A passer-by and a driver.

C. A passenger and a taxi driver.

2.What is the woman’s house number?

A. 3023.    B. 1323    C. 4023

3.Why can’t the man turn left?

A. It is rush hour.    B. It is a one-way street.    C. The street is too narrow.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.Why does Maggie stay at home during the long winter evenings?

A. Because it is cold.    B. Because it is warm and pleasant at home.

C. Because she finds it interesting.

2.What does Jackie like doing?

A. He likes going out in the cold.    B. He likes reading books.

C. He likes going to see films and plays.

听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。

1.Who gave New York its nickname?

A. Painters    B. Musicians.    C. People living in New York.

2.What is the woman interested in seeing?

A. An art show.    B. A play.    C. A modern dance show.

When would Thomas and Lily like to leave?

A. Tomorrow.    B. Next Monday or Tuesday.    C. This Tuesday.

What are the two speakers talking about?

A. A novel.    B. A film.    C. A cinema.

What is the man doing?

A. Asking for help.    B. Making suggestions.    C. Asking for permission.

What are the two speakers doing?

A. Watching a film.    B. Talking about a book.    C. Listening to a record.