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Are you a big fan of pirate（海盗） stories? Do you know how to talk like a pirate? You can have fun on September 19th. This special holiday is called International Talk Like A Pirate Day. It was invented in 1995 by two young Americans, John Baur and Mark Summers. These two good friends came up with this idea when they were playing racquetball, and began to talk like pirates. At that moment, they thought, “Young people are interested in pirate, but there is no such a chance for people to get together to share it. Why not have a day when everybody talks like a pirate?” They decided to make September 19th the date. Since then, Baur and Summers have tried hard to promote Talk Like A Pirate Day. As Baur said, “We’ve talked like pirates, and encouraged several of our friends to do so every September 19th.” At first, this day was only known by a few people. In 2002, Baur and Summers sent a letter about their invented holiday to Dave Barry. This columnist（专栏作家）really liked their idea. He promoted the holiday and made it known to more and more people. Now, it has really become an international holiday. On Talk Like A Pirate Day, you need to dress like a pirate. You should wear a big hat or maybe cover one of your eyes. You can pretend to be any kind of pirate that you can find in any story or movie. Having fun and being relaxed are not the only best things about the holiday. Young people share the same interest and childhood dreams that day. That's why it is welcomed by so many people, especially young people. Unlike traditional holidays, International Talk Like A Pirate Day is a brand new holiday which is invented by the youth themselves and celebrated by themselves too. Because of Baur and Summers’ imagination and creativity, thousands of young people’s pirate dream come true. Next time, when you have a good idea, why not share it with your fiends and insist on your belief? Maybe you can create another wonderful holiday for the youth in the future. 1.How did John Baur and Mark Summers invent the special holiday?
2.Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
3.According to the passage, which of the following can show that the holiday is special?
4.Which of the following can serve as the best title of the passage in a newspaper？
There are two types of people in the world. Although they have equal degree of health and wealth and other comforts of life, one becomes happy and the other becomes unhappy. This arises from the different ways in which they consider things, persons, events and the resulting effects upon their minds. People who are to be happy fix their attention on the convenience of things: the pleasant parts of conversation, the well prepared dishes, the goodness of the wine and the fine weather. They enjoy all the cheerful things. Those who are to be unhappy think and speak only of the opposite things. Therefore, they are continually dissatisfied. By their remarks, they sour the pleasure of society, offend (hurt) many people, and make themselves disagreeable everywhere. If this turn of mind was founded in nature, such unhappy persons would be the more to be pitied. The intention of criticizing(批评) and being disliked is perhaps taken up by imitation(模仿). It grows into a habit, unknown to its possessors(拥有者). The habit may be strong, but it may be cured when those who have it realize its bad effects on their interests and tastes. I hope this little warning may be of service to them, and help them change this habit. Although in fact it is chiefly an act of the imagination, it has serious results in life since it brings on deep sorrow and bad luck. Those people offend(冒犯) many others; nobody loves them, and no one treats them with more than the most common politeness and respect. This frequently puts them in bad temper and draws them into arguments. If they aim at getting some advantages in social position or fortune, nobody wishes them success. Nor will anyone start a step or speak a word to favor their hopes. If they bring on themselves public objections, no one will defend or excuse them, and many will join to criticize their wrongdoings. These should change this bad habit and be pleased with what is pleasing, without worrying needlessly about themselves and others. If they do not, it will be good for others to avoid any contact(接触) with them. Otherwise, it can be disagreeable and sometimes very inconvenient, especially when one becomes mixed up in their quarrels. 1.People who are unhappy________.
2.The underlined phrase “sour the pleasure of society” most nearly means________.
3. We can conclude (推断) from the second paragraph that________.
4. In this passage, the writer mainly________.
We were driving on the right road when, all of a sudden, a black car pulled out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver stepped on his brake, skidded(打滑), and missed the black car’s back end by just inches! The driver of the black car, who almost caused a major accident, turned his head angrily and started shouting bad words at us. My taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy. I mean, my taxi driver was friendly. So, I said, “Why did you just do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to hospital!” And the following is what my taxi driver told me, which I now call “the law of the Garbage Truck”. “Many people are like garbage(垃圾) trucks. They run around full of garbage, full of anger, and full of disappointment. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump(倾卸)it. And if you let them, they dump it on you. When someone wants to dump on you, don’t take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish him well, and move on. Believe me. You’ll be happier.” So this is “The Law of the Garbage Truck”. I started thinking: How often do I let “Garbage Trucks” run right over me? And how often do I take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home, or on the streets? It was then that I said, “I’m not going to do it any more.” I began to see “Garbage Trucks”. I see the load they’re carrying. I see them coming to drop it off. And like my taxi driver, I don’t make it a personal thing; I just smile, wave, and move on. Good leaders know they have to be ready for their next meeting. Good parents know that they have to welcome their children home from school with hugs and kisses. What about you? The mark of a successful person is how quickly he can get back his focus on what’s important. 1.Who acted like a garbage truck in the accident described in the first two paragraphs?
2.The reason why the taxi driver just smiled and waved at the guy is that ______.
3.The underlined part “the load” in Paragraph 5 refers to _____.
4.What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
Too much TV-watching can harm children’s ability to learn and even reduce their chances of getting a college degree, new studies suggest in the latest effort to examine the effects of television on children. One of the studies looked at nearly 400 northern California third-graders. Those with TVs in their bedrooms scored about eight points lower on math and language arts tests than children without bedroom TVs. A second study ,looking at nearly 1000 grown-ups in New Zealand, found lower education levels among 26-year -olds who had watched lots of TV during childhood .But the results don’t prove that TV is the cause and don’t ride out that already poorly motivated youngsters(年轻人）may watch lots of TV. Their study measured the TV habits of 26-year-olds between ages 5 and 15. These with college degrees had watched an average of less than two hours of TV per week night during childhood, compared with an average of more than 2 1/2 hours for those who had no education beyond high school. In the California study, children with TVs in their rooms but no computer at home scored the lowest while those with no bedroom TV but who had home computers scored the highest. While this study does not prove that bedroom TV sets caused the lower scores, it adds to accumulating findings that children shouldn't have TVs in their bedrooms 1.According to the California study, the low-scoring group might ____________ .
2.What is the researchers’ understanding of the New Zealand study results?
3.What can we learn from the last two paragraphs?
4.What would be the best title for this text?
It was Monday. Mrs. Smith’s dog was hungry, but there was not any meat in the house. Considering that there was no better way, Mrs. Smith took a piece of paper, and wrote the following words on it “Give my dog half a pound of meat.” Then she gave the paper to her dog and said gently, “Take this to the butcher（屠夫）, and he’s going to give you your lunch today.” Holding the piece of paper in its mouth, the dog ran to the butcher’s. It gave the paper to the butcher. The butcher read it carefully, recognized that it was really the lady’s handwriting and soon did it as he was asked to. The dog was very happy, and ate the meat up at once. At noon, the dog came to the shop again. It gave the butcher a piece of paper again. After reading it, he gave it half a pound of meat once more. The next day, the dog came again exactly at noon. And as usual, it brought a piece of paper in the mouth. This time, the butcher did not take a look at paper, and gave the dog its meat, for he had regarded the dog as one of his customers(顾客). But, the dog came again at four o’clock. And the same thing happened once again. To the butcher’s more surprise, it came for the third time at six o’clock, and brought with it a third piece of paper. The butcher felt a bit puzzled. He said to himself, “This is a small dog. Why does Mrs. Smith give it so much meat to eat today?” Looking at the piece of paper, he found that there were not any words on it! 1.The little dog went to the butcher’s ________ altogether during the two days.
2.The butcher did not give any meat to the dog __________. A. before he felt sure that the words were really written by Mrs. Smith on Monday B when he found that the words on the paper were not clear C. because he had sold out all the meat in his shop D. until he was paid enough by Mrs. Smith 3.From the story, we can know that the dog was very ___________.
4.At the end of the story, you’ll find that __________.
My earliest bee experience took place at a summer camp. One day our teacher told us to head up the hill nearby. We all began to 31 our destination. The girls took the concrete stairs, but the boys ran 32 up the grassy hill, at the top of which sat a long wooden fence(围栏). Without 33 the boys ahead of me vaulted（跃过） over the fence bravely. What should I do? Take the stairs and 34 a girl, or jump over the fence and look 35 ? Then I took my chance with the fence. I placed both 36 on the top and jumped, feeling uneasy. I didn’t 37 it. As I tried, my foot 38 on the top of the fence. Down I went! I landed on my backside. I tried to 39 off the accident, but then I felt something moving 40 me. Just then I saw 41 seemed like hundreds of bees flying toward me. I had landed on a beehive（蜂窝）! I 42 up and rushed as fast as I could. But the bees flew faster. What a/an 43 situation I was in! My clothes were covered with 44 . I parked myself in the camp and I was at a loss. 45 this, my teacher quickly took off all my clothes but underwear. Bees flew out of my clothes and 46 out of my mouth! I had gained the 47 of all the campers, but I didn’t feel cool. I had been 48 almost 40 bees stings(蛰) all over my body. I learned a most 49 lesson that day. When we are led by the 50 to show off（炫耀）, we might find ourselves sitting on a beehive.
10.A. inside B. under C. up B. beside
With time changing so fast, to keep _____ with time, anyone should be a lifelong learner, or he will fall behind within years.
So heavy is his _______ that he is as busy as a bee, unable to spare(抽出) even a day for his family in a month.
Whoever is_________ to the demanding job will be offered the well-paid one.
I've heard from a __________ source that many of the workers may lose their jobs because our company is running very badly.
Government officials cannot ________ accept bribes(受贿)，but in China quite a few take advantage of their power to break the rule .
It was because it had been raining for several days, leading to a flood over the fields and the villages that many people fell _______ without foods and shelters.
The program that _______ at last meeting remains to be discussed before being put into action.
If you say that some people are selfless, you agree because they ______ other people more than themselves.
A growing number of students spend so much time on internet and TV with less and less rest and study, which _______ parents and educators very much.
The storm, which was called “Fierce Tiger”, ________ the village in ruins overnight, making many people homeless.
1 假如你是校报负责人，急需在学校内聘一位同学任英语编辑，请你以学生会的名义用英文以“An English Editor Wanted”为题目写一则招聘启事。要点如下： 1．该工作主要包括两部分： 1）从英文报刊杂志及互联网上选择适合学生的文章； 2）选择与编辑同学们的来稿。 2．希望该同学应满足下列要求： 1）乐意奉献出一些业余时间为同学们服务； 2）英文与美术皆好；能熟练使用电脑。 3．感兴趣的同学请在本周内与学生会（Students’ Union）联系。 参考词汇：满足要求 meet the requirements 美术 art 注意：1）词数100左右 2）不要逐字翻译，要组成一篇通顺连贯的短文。 An English Editor Wanted Our school newspaper is in great of an English editor.
Students’ Union
1 假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同学写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。错误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。 Rose wanted a job. She went to many offices and she didn’t like any of them. One day she saw a board in an office read: “This office needs a typist whom can type 200 words a minute.” Rose was exciting. She then went to the manager’s office. Rose knocked at the door and the manager raised her head. “Do you need a typist?” asked Rose. “Yes!” he said. Rose clapped(拍) her hand and asked, “OK! How much will you pay for me every month?” The manager thought for a while and said, “I will pay you 77 dollars for first three months. Then I will pay you 30 dollars every month.” Rose smiled and answer, “Great! I will come and work here three months late.” The manager was speechless.
1 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 It is your skin that keeps your insides from falling out. It helps you warm up when you are cold, and it can cool you off when you are hot. It lets you feel things by touch. Like the heart, stomach and brain, your skin is an organ. In fact, it is the largest organ in your body. But it is still easy to take skin for granted. 71 But skin has an important job to do. Your skin is constantly protecting you. 72 When you take care of your skin, you are helping your skin do its job. And taking care of your skin today will help prevent future problems, like wrinkles(皱纹) and even skin cancer. 73 Keeping your hands clean all the time is especially important because they can spread germs(细菌) to the skin on other parts of your body. 74 Cold or hot water may hurt your skin. Wet your hands, then lather up with a mild soap (香皂). You should rub everywhere, including the palms, the wrists and the nails. Wash them well, dry thoroughly with a clean towel and you’re done. You'll also want to use warm water when you take a bath. Use soap to clean your body. Don't forget under your arms and behind your ears! Your face needs attention, especially as you enter puberty(青春期) and the skin on your face gets more oily. 75 A. One simple way to take care of your skin is to keep it clean. B. It is a good habit to wash your hands before and after meals. C. When washing your hands, use water that’s comfortably warm. D. It keeps infections out of your body and keeps you from getting sick. E. Unless there’s a problem, your may not think about your skin very much. F. Your skin plays a more important role in keeping you healthy during your puberty. G. It’s a good idea to wash your face once or twice daily with warm water and a mild soap.
1 February 4, 2012 saw the take-off of a new rising NBA star-Jeremy Lin. Among professional basketball players, Jeremy Lin's background is not typical. He graduated from Harvard University, which sends few players to the NBA, and he is the only Chinese-American NBA player. Lin's enjoyment of basketball actually began in Taiwan. When Lin's father moved to U.S., his interest in the sport only grew and he passed on this love of basketball to his son, introducing him to the game at the age of five. The young Lin spent much of his youth playing basketball for fun. In high school, Lin dreamed of playing in the NBA. When he applied for college, he was not offered a single sports scholarship. However, after his admission to Harvard, he was offered a place on its college basketball team. During Lin's time at Harvard, his basketball career began to speed up. He scored 1,482 points, making him one of the highest scorers in Ivy League history. When he graduated, no professional teams offered Lin a contract, but he was invited to play in the NBA Summer League. He played well and ended up eagerly signing a contract with the Golden State Warriors. At first，playing in professional games filled Lin with excitement. He treasured opportunities to meet players he had been watching on TV for years. But slowly, the excitement wore off and was replaced by anxiety. In a few very difficult months, he was cut by two teams before the New York Knicks picked him up. But he had the courage and determination to stick to his dream, so he put himself into hard training to get ready for his opportunity to come. Then his moment arrived on February 4, 2012，on which his excellent performance made him famous overnight. After that, he led the Knicks to their fifth straight victory. Knicks fans developed the nickname for him "Linsanity" (林发疯）. Time magazine released its 2012 list of the 100 "Most Influential People in the World", Jeremy Lin included. 1.Which of the following is of little help in Lin’s success? A. his father’s influence B. his devotion to basketball C. his years of hard work D. his graduation from Harvard University 2. What does the phrases "wore off" in seventh paragraph probably mean? A. arose B. disappeared C. grew D. remained 3. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? A. Lin learned to play basketball when he was eight. B. Lin was excited for professional games and did a good job at the beginning. C. Before Lin there was no Chinese-American NBA players. D. Lin is the most outstanding player in NBA. 4. It can be inferred from the passage that ______. A. Lin didn’t have a smooth road in NBA. B. Lin got an easy entry into NBA. C. Lin didn’t show his basketball talents in Harvard University. D. NBA prefers graduates from Harvard University.
1 Bicycle Safety Operation Always ride your bike in a safe, controlled manner on campus(校园). Obey rules and regulations. Watch out for walkers and other bicyclists, and always use your lights in dark conditions. Theft Prevention Always safely lock your bicycle to a bicycle rack---even if you are only away for a minute. Register(登记) your bike with the University Department of Public Safety. It’s fast, easy, and free. Registration permanently records your serial number, which is useful in the possible recovery of the bike stolen. Equipment
Rules of the Road Riding on Campus As a bicycle rider, you have a responsibility to ride only on streets and posted bicycle paths. Riding on sidewalks or other walkways can lead to a fine. The speed limit for bicycles on campus is 15mph, unless otherwise posted. Always give the right of ways to walkers. If you are involved in an accident, you are required to offer appropriate aid, call the Department of Public Safety and remain at the scene until the officer lets you go. Bicycle Parking Only park in areas reserved for bikes. Trees, handrails, hallways, and sign posts are not for bicycle parking, and parking in such posts can result in a fine. If Things Go Wrong If you break the rules, you will be fined. Besides violating rules while riding bicycles on campus, you could be fined for:
1.Registration of your bicycle may help you _____________. A. get your serial number B. find your stolen bicycle C. receive free repair services D. settle conflicts with walkers 2.According to the passage, what bike equipment is a free choice for bicycle riders? A. Brakes. B. A helmet. C. A taillight. D. A headlight. 3. If you lock your bicycle to a tree on the campus, you could be fined _________. A. $25 B. $35 C. $40 D. $30 4.What is the passage mainly about? A. A guide for safe bicycling on campus. B. Directions for bicycle tour on campus. C. Regulations of bicycle race on campus. D. Rules for riding motor vehicles on campus.
1 Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon? Many people feel this way after lunch. They may think that eating lunch is the cause of the sleepiness. Or, in summer, they may think it is the heat. However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time – about eight hours after you wake up – your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy. Scientists have tested sleep habits in experiments where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern (模式). They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later. In many parts of the world, people take naps(小睡) in the middle of the day. This is especially true in warmer climates, where the heat makes work difficult in the early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate. A daily nap gives one a more rested body and mind and therefore is good for health in general. In countries where naps are traditional, people often suffer less from problems such as heart disease. Many working people, unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may advise taking naps, employers do not allow it! If you do have the chance, however, here are a few tips about making the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A short sleep too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. If you do not have enough time, try a short nap – even ten minutes of sleep can be helpful. 1.Why do people feel sleepy in the early afternoon according to the text? A. They eat too much for lunch. B. They sleep too little at night. C. Their body temperature becomes lower. D. The weather becomes a lot warmer. 2.If you get up at 6:30 am, what is the best time for you to take a nap? A. About 12:30 pm. B. About 1:30 pm. C. About 3:30 pm D. About 2:30 pm 3.. Wha【小题】 would be the best title for the text? A. Just for a Rest B. All for a Nap C. A Special Sleep Pattern. D. Taking Naps in Warmer Climate.
1 One day while shopping in a small town in southern California, it was my misfortune to be approached by a clerk．He seemed most unfriendly and not at all concerned about my intended purchase．I bought nothing, and marched angrily out of the store． On the outside was a dark-skinned young man in his early twenties．His expressive brown eyes met and held mine, and in the next instant a beautiful, bright smile covered his face．I gave in immediately．The power of that broad smile dissolved all bitterness within me, and I felt the muscles in my own face happily responding． "Beautiful day, isn't it?" I remarked, passing．Then I turned back．"I really owe you a debt of thanks," I said softly． His smile deepened, but he made no attempt to answer．A Mexican woman and two men were standing nearby．The woman stepped forward and volunteered, "Sir, but he doesn't speak English．Do you want me to tell him something?" In that moment I felt transformed．The young man's smile had made a big person of me．My friendliness and good will toward all mankind stand ten feet tall． “Yes,” my reply was enthusiastic and sincere, “tell him I said, ‘Thank you!’” “Thank you?” The woman seemed slightly puzzled． I gave her arm a friendly pat as I turned to leave．"Just tell him that," I insisted．"He'll understand．I am sure!" Oh, what a smile can do! Although I have never seen that young man again, I shall never forget the lesson he taught me that morning．From that day on, I became smile-conscious, and I practice the art diligently anywhere and everywhere, with everybody．n 1.Why did the author leave the store angrily? A．He couldn't buy what he wanted． B．The clerk treated him unkindly． C．The clerk didn't speak English． D．The store's goods were too dear． 2.By saying "I felt the muscles in my own face happily responding"(in Para. 2), the author means _ _. A．he smiled back at the young man B．he did not want to smile C．he would thank the young man D．he was still in a bad mood 3.．The author asked the woman to say "Thank you!" to the young man because the young man . A．had helped the author before B．taught the author how to smile C．taught the author a valuable lesson D．was a kind employee of the store 4.．In the passage, the author seems to suggest that we should __ ___. A．be generous to strangers B．practice smiling every day C．help people in trouble D．smile at other people
1 I used to hate being called upon in class mainly because I didn’t like attention drawn to myself. And 36 assigned（指定）a seat by the teacher, I always 37 to sit at the back of the classroom. All this 38 after I joined a sports team. It began when a teacher suggested I try out for the basketball team. At first I thought it was a crazy 39 because I didn’t have a good sense of balance, nor did I have the 40 to keep pace with the others on the team and they would tease me. But for the teacher who kept insisting on my “ 41 for it”, I wouldn’t have decided to give a try. Getting up the courage to go to the tryouts was only the 42 of it! When I first started 43 the practice sessions（练习赛）, I didn’t even know the rules of the game, much 44 what I was doing. Sometimes I’d get 45 and take a shot at the wrong direction—which made me feel really stupid. 46 , I wasn’t the only one “new” at the game, so I decided to 47 on learning the game, do my best at each practice session, and not be too hard on myself for the things I didn’t 48 “just yet”. I practiced and practiced. Soon I knew the 49 and the “moves”. Being part of a team was fun and motivating. Very soon the competitive 50 in me was winning over my lack of confidence. With time, I learned how to play and made friends in the 51 — friends who respected my efforts to work hard and be a team player. I never had so much fun! With my 52 self-confidence comes more praise from teachers and classmates. I have gone from “53” in the back of the classroom and not wanting to call attention to myself, 54 raising my hand— even when I sometimes wasn’t and not 100 percent 55 I had the right answer. Now I have more self-confidence in myself. 1.A. as B. until C. though D. unless 2.A. hoped B. agreed C. chose D. meant 3.A. continued B. changed C. settled D. started 4.. A. idea B. plan C. belief D. saying 5.. A. right B. chance C. patience D. ability 6. A. going B. looking C. cheering D. applying 7.. A. point B. half C. rest D. basis 8. A. enjoying B. preparing C. attending D. watching 9.. A. further B. later C. worse D. less 10.. A. confused B. motivated C. embarrassed D. committed 11.. A. Interestingly B. Fortunately C. Obviously D. hopefully 12. A. try B. act C. focus D. rely 13.A. want B. do C. support D. know 14. A. rules B. orders C. steps D. games 15.. A. roles B. part C. mind D. value 16.. A. movement B. operation C. process D. situation 17.. A. expressed B. improved C. preserved D. recognized 18.A. dreaming B. playing C. relaxing D. hiding 19.. A. to B. for C. with D. by 20.A. lucky B. happy C. sure D. satisfied
1 It is demanded that the plan _____ out as soon as possible. A. must be carried B. is to carry out C. carried D. be carried
1 —Who should be responsible for the accident? —The boss, not the workers. They just carried out the order . A. as telling B. as are told C. as told D. as they told
1 During an interview, journalists always prepare the next question _____ on the interviewee says. A. depend B. depending C. depended D. to depend
1 The law does not allow people to accuse themselves _____ a crime. A. about B. for C. of D. in
1 _____ let the other team win, the footballer took money for ______ not scoring goals. A. In order to; deliberately B. In order to; accidentally C. So as to; purposely D. So as to; on purpose
1 Every evening after dinner, _____ tired from work, I will spend some time reading. A. unless B. if C. until D. when
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Brakes
Make sure that they are in good working order and adjusted properly.
Helmet
A necessity, make sure your helmet meets current safety standards and fit
properly.
Lights
Always have a front headlight---visible at least 500 feet in front of the bike.
A taillight is a good idea.
No bicycle
registration---------------------------------------------------$25
Bicycle parking
banned--------------------------------------------------$30