When her five daughters were young. Helene An always told them that there was strength in unity(团结). To show this, she help up one chopstick, representing one person. Then she easily broke it into two pieces. Next, she tied several chopsticks together, representing a family. She showed the girls it was hard to break the tied chopsticks. This lesson about family unity stayed with the daughters as they grew up.
Helene An and her family own a large restaurant business in California. However, when Helene and her husband Danny left their home in Vietnam in 1975, they didn’t have much money. They moved their family to San Francisco. There they joined Danny’s mother, Diana, who owned a small Italian sandwich shop. Soon afterwards, Helene and Diana changed the sandwich shop into a small Vietnamese restaurant. The five daughters helped in the restaurant when they were young. However. Helene did not want her daughters to always work in the family business because she thought it was too hard.
Eventually the girls all graduated from college and went away to work for themselves, but one by one, the daughters returned to work in the family business. They opened new restaurants in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Even though family members sometimes disagreed with each other, they worked together to make the business successful. Daughter Elizabeth explains. “Our mother taught us that to succeed we must have unity, and to have unity we must have peace. Without the strength of the family, there is no business.”
Their expanding business became a large corporation in 1996, with three generations of Ans working together. Now the Ans’ corporation makes more than $20 million each year. Although they began with a small restaurant, they had big dreams, and they worked together. Now they are a big success.
12.Helene tied several chopsticks together to show .
A.the strength of family unity
B.the difficulty of growing up
C.the advantage of chopsticks
D.the best way of giving a lesson
13.We can learn from Paragraph 2 that the An family .
A.started a business in 1975
B.left Vietnam without much money
C.bought a restaurant in San Francisco
D.opened a sandwich shop in Los Angeles
14.What can we infer about the An daughters?
A.They did not finish their college education
B.They could not bear to work in the family business
C.They were influenced by what Helene taught them
D.They were troubled by disagrcement among family members
15.Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A.How to Run a Corporation B.Strength Comes from Peace
C.How to Achieve a Big Dream D.Family Unity Builds Success
The use students _____ of the chance to travel and see new things really_____
A. take; works B. make; affects C. make; counts D. give; pays
请根据以下提示,用英语写一篇关于作家莫言的简介,然后投给校英语报。
| 原名 | 管谟业 |
| 出生时间 | 1955年2月17日 |
| 出生地 | 山东省高密县(county) |
| 主要经历 | 童年时莫言在家乡的小学读书,后来出于某种原因辍学,在农村劳动多年。 1986年莫言发表了小说《红高梁》(“Red Sorghum”),后来这部小说被导演(director)张艺谋拍成了电影。 2012年,莫言获诺贝尔文学奖,成为首位获此奖项的中国籍作家。 |
注意:1. 词数100左右。
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
China is famous _______ the Great Wall and also _______ one of the largest countries with the largest population.
A. as; for B. for; like C. for; as D. with; as
With the summer holiday just around the comer, it seems like everybody is busy planning their vacations. Here are some lips that can help you enjoy your holiday without emptying your pocket:
Travel off-season
Go to your desired destination while the demand is low and take advantage of huge discounts. During the peak season, the hotel and flight prices increase quickly, and you’ll likely spend more of your vacation time standing in line due to the rush of tourists. ___16___
Eat like a local
Why eat at big chain restaurants when you can experience something new? ___17___ During your family trip, try new food where the locals eat. This will not just save money, but also provide you with a new and different experience. For smaller meals and snacks, avoid restaurants and try street food or other takeout.
___18___
Websites can help you find discount hotel rooms. Look for places that do not charge extra for children if they use the existing bedding. Stay with the locals. If you and your family are going to 8tay for a longer period,renting a small apartment is a good choice.
Choose local transportation
___19___ Instead, take buses, railways or subways, which are always cheaper. If you are planning to stay for a while, you can consider renting a car. Hiring a car is much easier than carrying your bags everywhere if you are moving around a lot.
Don’t hesitate to bargain
Tourist-heavy places are known for overcharging for just about everything. Clothes, travel goodies, souvenirs, etc. are very expensive at these places. ___20___ Bargain hard to get the best price.
A. Save on hotels.
B. Surf the Internet while traveling.
C. So it’s best to find out when the off-season starts.
D. Therefore, avoid buying anything there.
E. Planning your meals is another way to reduce your travel costs.
F. For this reason, you shouldn’t feel ashamed to ask for bargains.
G. As a tourist, avoid taking taxis whenever possible, since they are expensive.
Jim was too frightened to go on but I felt curious,wondering________was happening.
A. what B. which C. how D. why
文中共有10处错误,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:在缺词处加一个漏词符号(∧),并在其下面写上该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线(﹨)划掉。
修改:在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写上修改后的词。
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。
Jane and I had been friends since we are in kindergarten, but things were changed when we entered senior high school. Jane began to treat me in a unfriendly way, but she was very closely to some other girls. I kept wonder what was wrong with me. Then suddenly she started acting like my best friends again. Half of I wanted her back, but the other half said, “No, look at how she has done to you!” I decided have a talk with her and tell her how I felt. She said sorry for me, and now we are best friends again.
A student is learning to speak British English. He wonders (想知道): Can I communicate (交际) with Americans? Can they understand me? Learners of English often ask: What are the differences between British and American English? How important are these differences?
Certainly, there are some differences between British and American English. There are a few differences in grammar. For example, speakers of British English say “in hospital” and “Have you a pen?”; Americans say “in the hospital” and “Do you have a pen?”. Pronunciation is sometimes different. Americans usually sound “r” in words like “bird” and “hurt”. Speakers of British English do not sound “r” in these words. There are differences between British and American English in spelling and vocabulary. For example, “colour” and “honour” are British; “color” and “honor” are American.
These differences in grammar, pronunciation, spelling and vocabulary are not important, however. For the most part, British and American English are the same language.
25. According to this passage, a student who is learning to speak American English might be afraid that ______.
A. the spelling is too hard for him B. American people cannot understand him
C. the grammar is too hard for him D. British people cannot understand him
26. American English and British English are different in ________.
A. spelling B. pronunciation C. grammar D. all of the above
27. What is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Whether there are differences between British English and American English.
B. How the differences between British English and American English came about.
C. Whether British English and American English are one language or two.
D. How important the differences are.
28. Most ______ say, “Do you have a watch?”
A. British people B. teachers C. children D. Americans
假如你(李华)的网友John即将外出旅行,请你根据以下提示,用英语给他写封电子邮件,向他介绍你对旅游的看法并提醒他旅行注意事项。
内容提示:1. 旅游是一种非常好的活动。放松身心,有益健康。
2. 旅行前的准备。了解天气,带好衣服、相机、常用药品等。
3. 旅行时注意饮食卫生和安全,防止小偷。
要求:1、适当添加内容;行文连贯。2、词数:120词左右
Dear John,
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
Yours
Li Hua
1. The river which is 2,000 metres long runs through our city.
The river which is 2,000 metres ____________ _____________ runs through our city.
2. It is said that the paper was invented in China.
The paper is said __________ __________ __________ ___________ in China.
3. Suddenly he came up with a good idea.
A good idea ______________ ____________ him suddenly.
4. The new square is five times bigger than the old one.
The new square is five times _________ ___________ ______________ the old one.
5. He knows nothing about the incident in the office at all.
He is ____________ ____________ _____________ about the incident in the office.
Roger was a thief,but he wasn't very clever. When he was in school, he stole apples or oranges from other children. Sometimes he stole pencils or books from other children. But he always got caught.
The teacher spoke to Roger's parents and they tried to stop him from stealing things, but Roger wouldn't stop. He kept stealing.
When he was older, he began to steal from stores, but he was still stupid. Once, he went into a store wearing the clothes he had stolen the day before. The clothes still had the price tags(标签) on them, and the store manager called the police. They warned him that he would go to jail if he didn't stop stealing.
Then Roger decided to rob a bank. He planned everything. He got some gloves so that he would not leave fingerprints, and a mask so that no one would recognize him.
" But what if they recognize my voice?" he thought.
He decided to write his message on a piece of paper so that he wouldn't need to speak. He found an old envelope and wrote "give me all the money" on the back of it. He got a toy gun and went to the bank. He put on his mask and his gloves and showed the note to the bank clerk. The clerk gave him all the money, and Roger ran out of the bank and went home.
Ten minutes later he heard a knock on the door. It was the police. They had come to arrest him for robbing the bank.
" How did you find me so quickly?" asked Roger
" It was easy," said the police." Your address was on the envelope!"
32. How old was Roger when he started stealing things?
A. 10 B. 40 C. 70 D. 22
33. What is something Roger did not steal?
A. money B. food C. a shirt D. a bicycle
34. In this story, the underlined word "recognize" means __________.
A. know B. make C. watch D. understand
35. How did the police catch Roger?
A. His friend worked in the bank. B. The clerk knew his voice.
C. They found his picture. D. They knew his address.
At one time I was unemployed and money was running short. I needed a job 38 but it seemed as if no one was hiring. A very good friend of mine 39 me one day with an offer. “I’m going to have to let this job go and I was wondering if you would like to take it 40 ?” “That would be great,”I replied. I went to speak with the 41 and he said he could use me, but never gave me a start date. Really needing the job, I made it a point to go and 42 with him every day. Finally he said, “You can start Monday morning.” I showed up for 43 extra early, ready to do my best. When I went inside I was 44 that I would be buffing(抛光) the floors. My friend was there to show me how to 45 the buffer. “It's easy,”he said, running the machine very 46 . He handed it over to me and said, “Here, you give it a try.” I grabbed the handles with a “no problem” 47 . To my surprise, the buffer was rather 48 to operate. Several times, I tried to run it again and 49 . I really had to fight that thing to make it go. “What am I going to do?” I 50 to myself. “I finally found a job and I can’t do it. Am I going to have to tell them I have to quit?” After several rough 51 of buffing, I finally made up my mind that I was going to do this. For about a week, I 52 with the buffer, putting all my weight and 53 into it. Eventually, I learned the 54 was not to struggle with it at all, just go 55 the flow of it, and by the second week, I was 56 and running it with one hand. A few months later, I thought back and wondered what 57 have happened if I had given up that first week. I certainly would not have had the new found confidence or a paycheck.
38. A. quickly B.comfortably C. lightly D. badly
39. A.instructed B. encouraged C. approached D. persuaded
40. A. away B. in C.up D. over
41. A. friend B. manager C. employee D. conductor
42. A. catch up B. put up C. check in D. check out
43. A. work B. breakfast C.interview D. practice
44. A. commanded B. requested C. informed D. advised
45. A. repair B.tend C. operate D. treat
46. A. slowly B. gently C. entirely D. smoothly
47. A. attitude B. response C. phrase D. opinion
48. A.convenient B. light C. hard D. heavy
49. A. failed B. wounded C. succeeded D. won
50. A. turned B. came C. thought D.referred
51. A. weeks B. months C. days D. years
52. A. struggled B.met C. combined D. lived
53. A. courage B. spirit C. body D. strength
54. A.method B. technology C. trick D. message
55. A. among B. against C. under D. with
56. A. hanging about B. showing off C. calming down D. pulling through
57. A. must B. would C.should D. can
All kinds of people came in to have their shoes shined.Most folks were friendly.But this man was different.
"How much do you make a week,boy?"he asked me.I felt he was 36 at me.He kept giving a sharp 37 around every now and then.All the time I kept 38 where I'd seen his face.Suddenly I knew. I’d seen his 39 in the post office many times.He was the big robber 40 by the police in three states!
"You know,"he was saying."it's imagination that people lack.You'll never get 41 as a shoeshine boy."
I kept brushing away on his shoes as 42 as I could.The sooner I finished,the better.He said, "When I was sixteen, I had 43 $2, 500 0f my own."
That reminded me of something.Was it $2,500 or $5,000 or $7,500?I wasn't 44 . I knew a big reward was 45 for him.
But what could I do about it? 46 him with a can of shoe polish?A man of his 47 could grind(碾碎)me into the floor.If only someone would come in!He kept talking away."Along with 48 ,it takes courage,the courage to take a chance.Start something on a shoestring."
Suddenly I saw Officer Dailey 49 across the street.Then, real fast,I began tightening the man's shoestrings.
The policeman was at the window when I cried out, "Officer Dailey, 50 ! This man's a robber."
" 51 " the man shouted angrily.He started to jump off the stand.But he didn't go the 52 he planned.He fell flat on his face and knocked himself out cold.
“That was pretty 53 of you,"the officer said. "You'll get a reward of $7,500 for him."
“Well,it really wasn't my 54 "I said."It was his.He told me if you had courage and imagination you could start something 55 on a shoestring".
36.A. staring B. looking C. laughing D. pointing
37.A. look B. walk C. word D. tongue
38.A. considering B. remembering C. caring D.wondering
39.A. notice B. picture C. mail D.warning
40.A. wanted B. searched C. caught D. shown
41.A. anything B. plenty C. anywhere D. money
42.A.carefully B. slowly C.well D. fast
43.A. made B. stolen C. borrowed D. gathered
44.A curious B. sure C. interested D. clear
45.A. afforded B. offered C. suggested D. shown
46.A.Injure B.Warn C. Hit D. Avoid
47.A. size B. age C. height D. kind
48. A. money B. support C. cleverness D. imagination
49. A. wandering B. looking C. coming D. speeding
50.A.help B.danger C. stop D.attention
51.A.Mind you B.Shut up C. Hurry up D. Hands up
52.A.action B.case C. road D.way
53.A.clever B.brave C. helpful D.lucky
54.A.business B.idea C.reward D.praise
55.A. rich B. smart. C. good D.big
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。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。
Music plays a important role in my life and listen to music is my favorite activity. Usually I preferred to express my feeling through music, and I like pop music best. I don’t like rock music because of I think it’s too noisily. When I am tired after studying or when I am nervous before exams, music helps me feel relaxing and fresh. I am not good at singing or I can play the piano and the violin. In addition, I am fond of listening to foreign song in order to learn more about the cultures of different countries as well learning about the world better. Music makes your life more colorful.
New research shows sheep are clever
People often make jokes about how dull sheep are, but new research shows they may be cleverer than we think. Researchers at the University of Cambridge discovered that Welsh mountain sheep have brainpower that equals rodents (啮齿动物). Tests found that the sheep can map the area they live in, and some may even be able to plan ahead.
Young fish prefer noisy neighbours
A new study has shown that young fish like to live on reefs with noisy neighbours! Researchers from the universities of Auckland and Bristol found that young fish looking for a home choose areas where other noisy fish live. The scientists produced all kinds of sounds which had been recorded in different natural environments. The young fish seemed to prefer the sounds of natural reefs, complete with noisy animals! The scientists compared the choice to a music fan wandering around at a music festival, choosing to set up a tent closest to the music they like best!
Butterflies are disappearing
A new study has shown that 17 species (物种) of butterfly found in Europe have dropped by 70% in the last 20 years. The information collected from 3,000 sites across 15 countries shows it may be caused by the loss (减少) of grasslands covered with flowers. You can encourage butterflies to come into your garden by planting flowers.
28.What is the passage mainly about?
A.The importance of protecting animals.
B. People's wrong ideas about animals.
C. Why the number of animals has dropped.
D. Some new studies about animals.
29.According to the first paragraph, we may infer that sheep ________.
A. are less clever than rodents B. can read maps
C. can find their home D. are good planners
30.When young fish are looking for a home, they like to ________.
A. live in a noisy environment
B. live in areas close to their parents
C. choose the reefs which are quiet
D. choose other kinds of fish as neighbors
31.Which seems to have to do with the number of butterflies?
A. The species of grass in grasslands.
B. The number of flowers in grasslands.
C.The species of trees in grasslands.
D. The number of animals in grasslands.
32.In which part of a newspaper can we most probably read the passage?
A. Geography. B. Culture. C. Nature. D. Travel.
111. 如果你的朋友们厌倦学校的生活并常感到沮丧,你应该多给予他
们指导和必要的帮助。
112. 众所周知,对于高中学生们来说,定期参加一些社团活动和充当志愿者是非常有意义的。
113. 作为生活重要一部分的旅游,既可以帮助我们释放来自工作和学习的压力,也可以回报给我们难忘的回忆。
114. 四年前, Lewis没有达到要求的水平。但是他并没有灰心。终于,在伦敦奥运会上他被接纳为选手。
115. 保护这些文化遗产是我们的责任,所以,任何游客都不被允许在博物馆内拍照、大声喧哗和触摸展品。(展品:exhibits)
How to Stop Being Oversensitive(过度敏感)
If you want to learn more about how to stop being oversensitive, read on and discover these effective steps that can help you.
36 Understand that everyone has different opinions, thoughts and moods. Stop shutting yourself away from others. It is important that you are exposed to other people’s feeling as well.
Make an effort to understand other people. Care more by reaching out to others. ____37 Take the time to listen and understand what they are saying without making any judgments. You have to be aware that there are a lot of things that are more important than your own feelings.
Be confident. Being insecure will only worsen your oversensitivity problems. It is very important that you learn to love and treat yourself well. Increase your self-worth. ____38 This way, when someone criticizes you, you are able to accept it graciously with a smile.
39 Ger rid of all your pre-set beliefs, pride and narrow-mindedness. Start basing everything on what you have experienced. Do not let your emotions overrule your logical mind. This can be difficult at first but as soon as people start to notice this wonderful change, you will soon receive a lot of pats on the back.
Face all your issues and fears. 40 On the contrary, they want to help you! If you hear any kind of criticism or comments, do not take this against them, they just want you to improve. Do not be afraid of change because this particular element makes you and everyone grow.
A. Have an open mind.
B. Change the way you think.
C. Learn and accept who you really are.
D. Find out what makes you oversensitive.
E. Try to put yourself in someone else’s shoes.
F. Talk about your problem with those who are also oversensitive.
G. It is important that you realize that most people around you won’t do harm to you.
Grandma lost her husband long ago, and I knew very little about my grandfather other than what a wonderful man he had been to anyone who had known him.
That afternoon, I ___21___ myself standing in front of an old wooden box with my grandmother by my side. The box hadn't been opened in years. Grandma had been ___22___ opening it, which was sure to be a(n) ___23___ experience.
The moment the air hit the wooden box's inside, a strong flow of wood smell made its way to our ___24___. As my grandmother ___25___ the first item out of its tomb, I could see that the piece of clothing was very old, but at the same time it ___26___ very new. It was my grandfather's wool flying ___27___ from World War II. Grandma hugged it to her ___28___ for several moments before holding it out in front of her, as if she could see my grandfather ___29___ it. I simply sat and watched, waiting for her to tell me about it and about ___30___.
Grandpa had been a pilot during the war. ___31___ Grandpa first decided to fly, his dream had been to man bomber planes; he ___32___ wanted to be on the frontline of the air defense. After taking the appropriate instruction, he was ___33___ from the bombing corps(轰炸队) because of his imperfect eyesight, and his dream was over. For Grandma, this was her dream come true; Grandpa's chances of returning home ___34___ to his new wife and daughter were much ___35___ with his new job as a liaison pilot(非作战飞机飞行员).
As my grandmother told my grandfather's ___36___, she mindlessly examined his jacket, putting her hand down one sleeve, turning to see its back, and sticking her fingers ___37___ each lined pocket. In the breast pocket of my grandfather's jacket was a small black and white ___38___. It was my smiling grandfather standing in front of his large plane, his "Little Louise," which was ___39___ on the plane's nose. I knew ___40___ that the plane's nickname(昵称) was a loving reference to my grandmother, whose given name was Louise.
21. A. felt B. found C. saw D. heard
22. A. putting off B. taking up C. keeping on D. setting out
23. A. social B. physical C. emotional D. individual
24. A. mouths B. noses C. eyes D. ears
25. A. pressed B. pushed C. threw D. lifted
26. A. appeared B. sounded C. smelt D. grew
27. A. jacket B. hat C. flag D. blanket
28. A. side B. head C. chest D. shoulder
29. A. sewing B. washing C. cleaning D. wearing
30. A. her B.us C. him D. you
31. A. Because B. When C. If D. Though
32. A. carelessly B. desperately C. kindly D. hardly
33. A. removed B. flown C. delivered D. transported
34. A. secretly B. bravely C. proudly D. safely
35. A. brighter B. smaller C. higher D. darker
36. A. fiction B. novel C. story D. poem
37. A. through B. over C. into D. onto
38. A. photo B. film C. button D. tie
39. A. created B. described C. indicated D. painted
40. A. instantly B. constantly C. occasionally D. frequently
Do you ever feel like you are studying a mad rush of a subject after another ? When things happen at such a ___41___ pace , it is easy to lose sight of what you are learning . It is important to ___42___every now and then to think about what you have been learning .
Self reflection(反思) means stopping the mad rush and ___43__yourself so that your brain can evaluate(评估)what it has already ___44___. Some people prefer to do their self reflections 45 while others keep a journal.Either method can work,dpending on what your personal 46 is.
School textbooks are often divided into units.This can make it 47 for someone to begin the process of self reflections.Watch for the times when you complete a unit of study.Sometimes you are mentioned that the unit is 48 because there is some kind of test or quiz.Use these natural 49 as opportunities to stop and reflect.
You should find a 50 place---anywhere without noise is OK.This can even be sitting at your desk at school when you finish something 51 and the other students are still working.If you are going to take notes,take out your journal and write down some notes on things that you 52 learned in this unit.Let your mind think about the notes you have written and make some 53 .
Sometimes just pausing to think deeply allows your brain to make connections 54 new information can quickly appear when you 55 it again.Next,think about things that you still wonder about 56 , maybe you learned about a certain body systems,but you don't 57 how it works with the other body systems.Maybe you learned a new way to solve a math problem,but you are not sure when you use it.Writing down your 58 will help you remember to continue seeking answers the next thing your 59 the same topic.
Self reflection is an essential skill for a 60 student.If you have never taken the time to reflect,try it now.
41.A.fact B.steady C.relaxing D.unique
42.A.change B.check C.stop D.exercise
43.A. calming B.enjoying C.behaving D.helping
44.A. dealt B.forgotten C.found D.received
45.A.personally B. mentally C.slowly D.mentally
46.A. pace B.grade C.style D.skill
47.A. quick B.possible C.suitable D.easy
48. A. finished B. divided C. interrupted D. covered
49. A. units B. tests C. breaks D. periods
50. A. quiet B. familiar C. safe D. remote
51. A. early B. correctly C. finally D. independently
52. A. actively B. newly C. rapidly D. carefully
53. A. choices B. decision C. connections D. improvements
54. A. so that B. in case C. even if D. as though
55.A. sock B. share C. show D. need
56.In general B. Of course C. For example D. As usual
57. A. know B. doubt C. believe D. remember
58.A. opinions B. questions C. worries D. methods
59. A. come across B. get through C. think of D. take away
60.A. talented B. young C. serious D. successful
1.Please (替换,取代)the wooden table with a metal one.
2.The (拼写)of the word is wrong.
3.Don’t (打断,插嘴)others when they are talking.
4.I felt disappointed that our team didn’t (击败,战胜)theirs.
5.This morning we attended a (讲座)about Pompeii.
6.The volcano erupted and lava, (灰,灰烬)and rocks poured out of it.
7.UNESCO is going to help protect more historical places and (教育)people so that they
can better enjoy the treasures from the past.
8.Some people had had enough of him, so they took him to (法庭)
9.This commercial city was busy and (富有的,富裕的)about 2000 years ago.
10.It’s a (木制的)table not a metal one.