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Last month the Students' Union of our school organize an English Speech Competition. At first I didn't show some interest and wasn't very much confident. Then my English teacher Mr Smith encouraged me. Inspiring by my teacher, I signed up for the competition and made fully preparations for it. Two weeks later the time I had been looking forward to coming and it was his turn. Glancing at my teacher's smiling face, I built up my confidence. Much to my delight, the result was announced and I was one of the winner.
But my teacher's encouragement, I couldn't have won the first prize. I’m proud of Mr Smith or the wonderful experience.
Please remember nothing can be learned ______ hard work.
A. by B. at C. without D. for
Environmentalists observe that there is less fresh water for drinking and irrigation, thus ________ agriculture downstream.
A. endangered B. endangering C. having endangered D. being endangered
—Mr. Li is badly ill in hospital.
— ________.
A. It doesn't matter. B. Really?
C. I’m sorry to hear that. D. Not at all
Every man wants his son to be somewhat of a clone,not in features but in footsteps.As he grows you also age, and your ambitions become more unachievable.You begin to realize that your boy,in your footsteps,could probably accomplish what you hoped for.But footsteps can be muddied and they can go off in different directions.
My son Jody has hated school since day one in kindergarten.Science projects waited until the last moment.Book reports weren't written until the final threat.
I've been a newspaperman all my adult life.My daughter is a university graduate working toward her master's degree in English.But Jody? When he entered the tenth grade he became a “vo-tech” student(技校学生).They're called “motorheads” by the rest of the student body.
When a secretary in my office first called him “motorhead”,I was shocked.“Hey,he's a good kid,” I wanted to say.“And smart,really.”
I learned later that motorheads are,indeed,different.They usually have dirty hands and wear dirty work clothes. And they don't often make school honor rolls(光荣榜).
But being the parent of a motorhead is itself an experience in education.We who labor in clean shirts in offices don't have the abilities that motorheads have.I began to learn this when I had my car crashed.The cost to repair it was estimated at $800.“Hey,I can fix it,” said Jody.I doubted it ,but let him go ahead,for I had nothing to lose.
My son ,with other motorheads,fixed the car.They got parts(零件）from a junkyard,non-toasting toaster have been fixed.Neighbours and co-workers trust their car repair to him.
Since that first repair job,a broken air-conditioner,a non-functioning washer and a non-toasting toaster have been fixed.Neighbors and co-workers trust their car repairs to him.
These kids are happiest when doing repairs.They joke and laugh and are living in their own relaxed world.And their minds are bright despite their dirty hands and clothes.
I have learned a lot from my motorhead: publishers need printers,engineers need mechanics,and architects need builders.Most important,I have learned that fathers don't need clones in footsteps or anywhere else.
My son may never make the school honor roll.But he made mine.
24.What used to be the author's hope for his son?
A.To avoid becoming his clone. B.To resemble him in appearance.
C.To develop in a different direction. D.To reach the author's unachieved goals.
25.What can we learn about the author's children?
A.His daughter does better in school. B.His daughter has got a master's degree.
C.His son tried hard to finish homework. D.His son couldn't write his book reports.
26.The author let his son repair the car because he believed that_______.
A.His son had the ability to fix it. B.it would save him much time.
C.it wouldn't cause him any more loss D.other motorheads would come to help.
27.In the author's eyes,motorheads are _______.
A.tidy and hardworking B.cheerful and smart C.lazy but bright D.relaxed but rude
28.What did the author realize in the end?
A.It is unwise to expect your child to follow your path. B.It is important for one to make the honor roll.
C.Architects play a more important role than builders. D.Motorheads have greater ability than office workers.
All over the world people enjoy sports. Sports help to keep people healthy and happy, and to live longer.
___36___ They buy tickets or turn on their TVs to watch the games. Often they get very exited when their player or team wins.
___37___ Football, for example, has spread around the world. Swimming is popular in all countries near the sea or in those with many rivers. What fun it is to jump into a pool or lake, whether in China, Egypt or Italy!___38___Think how many lovers to skate or ski in Japan, Norway or Canada.
Some sports or game go back thousands of years, like running or jumping. Chinese wushu, for example, has a very long history. But basketball and volleyball are rather new. Neither one is a hundred years old yet.___39___Water-skiing is one of the newest in the family of sports.
People from different countries may not be able to understand each other, but after a game together they often become good friends. ___40___One learns to fight hard but fight fair, to win without pride and to lose with grace.
A. And think of people in cold countries.
B. Sports help to train a person’s character.
C. Not a few people like to participate in different sports competitions themselves.
D. Many people like to watch others play games.
E. People aren’t inventing new sports or games.
F. Some sports are so interesting that people everywhere take part in them.
G. People are inventing new sports or games all the time.
Melbourne, Australia
Melbourne is a hot-spot travel destination, and it’s easy to see its beautiful beaches and busy city life.
Why it’s a great choice: Australia as a whole is considered a safe destination for international travel, and because of that, many solo travelers go there as an English-speaking country, you won’t be faced with any language barriers. Melbourne is easy to get around because you can walk or bike practically anywhere!
Thailand
Thailand is great for solo travelers—perhaps because it is one of the Buddhist mindsets, which promote equality among the sexes.
Why it’s a great choice: Thailand is known for its friendly atmosphere, and as a travel hot-spot, there are plenty of chances to meet other like-minded travelers. It is well known for being very cheap, especially in the north. It is a good choice if you want to get away on a budget. Thailand has a lot to offer, from the party-central Bangkok to beautiful beaches and tropical（热带）jungle.
Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong is a great place to relax for solo travelers as it is full of “Zen moments,” such as beautiful gardens and Tai Chi classes.
Why it’s a great choice: Hong Kong is regarded as one of the safest cities in the world. If you’re not well-traveled, or perhaps a bit tired of things like language barriers, Hong Kong is a great place to start, as it mixes both Eastern and Western at the same time.
Bali, Indonesia
Bali is a spiritual place with yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches. The combination of friendly people and splendidly visual culture has made Bali Indonesia number one tourist attraction.
Why it’s so great: You won’t be the only solo traveler in Bali. Everyone is known for being extremely friendly and you’re sure to meet some amazing characters along the way. As a Hindu island, Bali is the perfect place for a relaxing and spiritual retreat（静修）. The Sacred Monkey Forest in Ubud is fantastic—if you like monkeys, anyway.
1．What do the four places have in common according to the text?
A. They offer good spas and yoga.
B. There’re no language barriers.
C. They’re great for solo travelers.
D. They’re cheap to travel around.
2．Where can you enjoy both convenient transport and beautiful beaches?
A. Melbourne, Australia. B. Thailand.
C. Hong Kong, China. D. Bali, Indonesia.
3．What has made Bali Indonesia No.1 tourist attraction?
A. Yoga, spas, healthy food and beaches.
B. Meeting some amazing characters along the way.
C. Fantastic monkeys in the Sacred Monkey Forest.
D. Friendly people and splendidly visual culture.
Green Hills, Clear Water, Blue Sky is a project that __61_ (set) up by the government three years ago. Since it was created, many people __62__ (take) part. They think __63__ is their duty to make the public aware __64_ the importance of protecting our environment.
First, some factory owners have played a major role in serious damaging the environment. They have only focus on making more money. Their actions have resulted in serious damage to the environment. Those __65__ want government action feel that the government should advise factory owners to cut back on __66_ (produce), so that they produce __67__ (little) waste.
Second, some people believe that the government should pass laws to punish those who damage the environment. The government should let everyone know that it is __68__ (legal) to kill or sell rare animals. Conservation centers should also be built to protect plants and animals in danger.
Common people still play an important role in protecting the environment, __69__ the government should work side with them __70__ (take) care of the Earth.
_______，and you'll succeed in time．（ ）
A．Keep on trying B．If you keep on trying
C．Keeping on trying D．To keep on trying
Discovering Tasmania
The island of Tasmania is separated from mainland Australia by the Bass Strait. The island is a place of natural beauty and has more than 2，000 km of walking tracks and 18 national parks. If you go on a tour, you'll discover a wild and beautiful place where the people are friendly and the food is delicious. If you don't like walking, there are other tours you can choose from including a river cruise and cycling. You can also combine your tour with fishing, sailing or sunbathing on the beach.
One of the most incredible places to walk is along the Tarkine coast which is located in the northwest of Tasmania. It's such a wild and remote area that you can easily complete your walk without seeing anyone apart from the members of your group and your two guides. The area contains the largest temperate rainforest in Australia which is home to more than 50 endangered species. It is also home to many Aboriginal Heritage Sites. Your guides will provide you with plenty of information about the area as you complete that part of your tour. During your tour, you'll come across rivers, mountain ranges, spectacular waterfalls, wildlife and long wild beaches. It will be an experience you won't easily forget.
Tour Itinerary：
Day 1：
You're picked up from your hotel in the town of Launceston and driven to the Tarkine. You then
complete a threehour walk through the forest before arriving at your camp at Mystery Creek. There you will enjoy a delicious meal cooked by your guides.
Day 2：
After breakfast, you continue deeper into the rainforest, passing some of the tallest trees in the world as you go, and stopping for lunch and then camp in the evening.
Day 3：
The highlight of today's trek is the Tarkine Falls, a beautiful 15metre waterfall.
Day 4：
Today you can stay at the camp and bathe in the Tarkine Falls, or you can go for a day trek for more fantastic views of the forest.
Day 5：
After a last trek through the forest, you are picked up at about 4：00 p．m. and you arrive in Launceston at around 7：00 p．m.
The tour includes two professional guides, transport to and from the rainforest, all food while on the tours and all safety equipment. You should buy or hire recommended camping equipment including: backpacks, sleeping bags, sleep mats, head torches, rain coats and trousers.
26. A tourist to the island can ________．
A. cycle along the Tarkine coast and through the forest
B. buy or hire as much camping equipment as possible
C. go for a day trek for more fantastic views on Day 5
D. choose to make a sailing tour of the place for pleasure
27. From the passage we know that ________．
A. people will walk hours in all the five days during the tour
B. many species in danger are protected in the national parks
C. it takes about three hours to drive from Launceston to Tarkine
D. the tour provides guides, accommodation and safety equipment
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。
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删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。
修改：在错的词下画一横线，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；
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Dear Harry,
I have good news for you that there will be a international music camp in our city this summer The camp is openly to students from all over the world who is interested in playing musical instruments. I know you are a music lover, so why not to join the camp together with us?
At the camp, campers are giving classes by experts in the moring and in the afternoon they do a couple of hour of practice. In the evening, there is a music exchange concert that campers can give performances and plays different kinds of music from their own counties.
I’m sure you will have a lot of funs there. I’m looking forward your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
Keving Rogers used to be my boss. At that time he always told us to sell more. As soon as I could, I left his shop and got a new job in another place. The last time I saw Rogers was more than ten years ago. At least that’s what I thought. But now I am not so sure.
I was on my way to my office in the centre of town. There is a small park nearby, which I sometimes walk through after lunch. The park was almost empty except for a shabby-looking man on one of those benches. The man looked about fifty years old and was wearing an old gray coat. It was cold and windy, and he was trembling.
“It’s a long time since I had a meal. Can you help me?” he said. There was something about his voice that sounded familiar. I gave him a few pennies. As he went past me I looked at his face closely. I wondered where I had seen him before. Then it suddenly came to me. Could it possibly be…? No! Impossible, I thought. I watched him walking away. He was the same height as Rogers but looked a lot thinner than I remembered.
Yesterday I ran into someone who had worked for Rogers at the same time as I did, and had stayed on longer. I started telling him about the man I had seen in the park.”For a moment I thought it was our old boss. But it couldn’t have been. Rogers must be the head of a company now.”I said.
My ex-workmate shook his head,“I thought you knew.” “Knew? Knew what? What are you talking about?”
“Rogers was sent to prison six years ago. He’s probably been out by now. For all I know he is sleeping on park benches and begging money from passers-by.”
1. Where did the writer last meet Rogers?
A. In a small park. B. In a restaurant.
C. In the centre of town. D. In his office.
2. Which of the following happened first?
A. Rogers was sent to prison.
B. The writer got a job in another place.
C. The writer saw Rogers ten years ago.
D. The ex-workmate left Rogers’ company.
3. The story doesn’t mention anything about______.
A. what happened to Rogers six years ago
B. what Rogers looked like
C. why Rogers was sent to prison
D. how Rogers was living on
4. The reason why the man was trembling was that______.
A. he was ill B. he was very excited
C. he became very poor D. he felt cold and hungry
There a few key tips will help you effectively present your work and your ideas in the professional world.
1. ____36____
Probably the most important aspect of a presentation is what you do in advance. Preparation is vital in organizing your thoughts and ideas into a whole that makes sense to your audience. Plus, knowing the material backwards and forwards means that you can be quicker and more accurate in answering questions and will allow you to ad-lib(随口说出) or go off script in a personal and confident manner.
2. Practice with a friend
Along with the preparation for the presentation itself, it’s important to practice what you’re going to say ahead of time, preferably with another person who could give you feedback. Practicing in front of somebody else, instead of just a mirror, will allow you to get an objective perspective on your performance, while also giving you a bit of an audience to work with. ____37____
3. Breathe and relax
During the actual presentation, it is important to remember to breathe and relax. This can be hard to remember when you’re in the midst of what you’re doing in front of an audience, but breathing will automatically slow you down and relax you during it. ____38_____ I would advise a couple of deep breaths before starting a new slide point, just to keep your timing right.
4. Control your body language
____39_____ Often times when giving a presentation, just as important as what you’re saying is how you say it. Project confidence by looking out at people in the eyes and directing your presentation to the audience instead of behind them. It can also be a helpful tip to have open and inviting body language which can create a connection with the people you’re presenting to. ____40_____
A. Organize your thoughts
B. Prepare properly
C. A few hand gestures are always good.
D. Find someone who is patient enough to sit through your talk, and comfortably supporting you, but also giving constructive criticism!
E. The important thing is to have fun and try to show that you are.
F. Breaths can also effectively act as pauses in the presentation and give you a chance to gather your thoughts.
G. Researchers say that the majority of communication is non-verbal(非言语交际的), and I’m inclined to agree.
Doctors Say Most Heart Disease Preventable
Heart disease is the number one killer, worldwide, of men and women over the age of 60. But people of all ages die of heart attacks each year. And while death rates have declined in the U.S. and many western European countries, they are on the rise in the developing world. 16 .
No one would have guessed that Barbara Teng would have a heart attack. She was not overweight. She did not smoke or exercise. “In 2004, the week after I turned 49, when I was on a business trip in Chicago, I had a major heart attack," she said. 17 .She now exercises daily, and monitors her heart health.
Dr. Patrice Nickens, who is with the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, thinks that heart disease is 82 percent preventable. “ 18 ,” she said, “Men are also facing the same problem, and the key to staying healthy is knowing your numbers”.
“Your weight, your blood cholesterol, blood sugar and your blood pressure are important numbers that can help you take action and reduce your risk,” she said.
19 .
“And the steps to take are simple: don’t smoke, maintain a healthy weight, exercise, know your numbers and talk to your physician and control these risks,” she said.
African-Americans are at higher-than-average risk for heart disease and stroke; people don't even know they have it, which increases the risk. Medstar Washington Hospital Center is trying to reach this population. 20 . For example, helping the people monitor their blood pressure. If people realize they are at risk for heart disease, they'll make lifestyle changes: lose weight, exercise, eat the right foods and keep in touch with a doctor.
A. And that changed her life
B. So we must cure heart disease
C. Lack of exercise causes heart attacks
D. Yet most heart disease is preventable.
E. It is the leading cause of death for women
F. A healthy lifestyle can prevent heart disease
G. With the right training, they can play an important role in community health
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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。
Do you read reviews after you see a movie? I use to do that, but I usually regretted. I read so much about a movie on advance that I often ended up not go to see it at all. The writers point out everything that is wrong with the film, but seldom mentions anything good about one. They also tell many things and even the ending of the movie. Lately I have changed way I choose movies to watch. I read reviews afterwards if necessary. What is very importance to me is that I don’t watch the talk shows in that people discuss movies. And I don’t ask other people how they like of it. Now, I enjoy myself even more.
71. After his ____(退休), David stayed busy, running a dairy farm near Cincinnati for 20 years.
72. The price of the house is__________ (合理的) and I love its garden in particular. We can grow flowers and vegetables there.
73. What _________ (百分比) of the population in China are farmers?
74. Honggutan District and Donghu District are both the ___________ (商业的) heart of
Nanchang City.
75. He made a new invention and applied for a _________(专利).
76. There were more than 50 a___________ for the job, but in the end only 10 were employed.
77. China is a s__________ country with the Chinese Communist Party ruling.
78. It is very c______ from here to downtown. There are many buses running along this street.
79. My passport is v__________ for only one month. I must renew it.
80. Xiao Lin likes to spend all his time playing online computer games at a net bar. Now his
mother f_________ him to go to visit any net bar.
—Wait until we get a satisfactory reply, will you?
— I couldn’t agree _______. The idea sounds great to me.
A. much B. worse
C. more D. at all
61. Comparing with the two tools, we find this is the h_________(方便的) of them.
62. The basketball player is so skillful that he throws the ball_________(准确地).
63. He is such a punctual person in our office that he always arrives p_________at eight o’clock every day.
64. The drunk driving driver accused of v________(违反) traffic regulations will be punished.
65.I think it’s high time we s________(寻找)new ways of expanding our membership.
66.The scientist is dedicated to the _______ (探测) of space to find the new material for the mankind
67. Conditions p________(允许), the family will apply for permanent residence shortly after they enter the country.
68. Perhaps, __________(意识), I’ve done something to offend him. I feel sorry about it.
69. To rescue the trapped boy in the car, the firefighters broken into the car by s_______(分离) the car’s windows.
70. To his delight, he was chosen from hundreds of ________ (apply) to attend the opening ceremony.
The power of humor and laugher is numerous. They entertain us and make us feel good. But, above all, we have discovered that humor and laughter are the best medicine. They relieve pain, reduce stress and anxiety, and are anti-aging and longevity facilitators.
They are extremely necessary for helping us to find and maintain a balance between life and work. However, they are slipping away from us. We have become far too serious. The only ones who still enjoy humor, laughter, fun and play to the fullest are young children. Children tend to laugh an average of 200 times a day. For adults, however, it is a totally different story.
In the 1950s people laughed on average 18 times a day. Today, we are lucky if we average between 4-6 times a day.
As a matter of fact, a recent study found that people laugh 6 more times in the presence of one person but 30 more times in a group of people. You can get a chuckle(咯咯笑) from jokes you get on the Internet, but it is not the same as belly jiggling laughter (a deep laugh) you get when you interact with others.
Socializing with friends and relatives was much looked forward to. However, this is no longer the case. In fact, the majority of people can hardly find time, nor do they have the inclination towards socializing outside home. They turn to electronic media such as television, computers, the Internet, videos, CDs, and audio equipment, which can provide them with instant self-entertainment at the push of a button.
The workplace does not fare(进展) much better. Due to the pressures to produce more in the same or fewer hours available and to compete, for example, in a manufacturing field with cheaper labor elsewhere in the world, humor and laughter in the workplace have gradually eroded（逐渐毁坏） away.
I have developed a real appreciation, perhaps closer to a strong desire for the power of humor and laughter. This encouraged me to write my first book titled “The Power of Humor” and subsequently my second book titled “Kids Say the Goggonest Things” based on the natural humor, laughter, play and fun that kids experience and they freely share with parents, grandparents and teachers.
From writing about humor and laughter, people start to ask me to speak up for them. To date, I have developed a number of humor-laughter topics that I use in my keynote presentations. You are invited to subscribe to my free monthly e-magazine “The Humormeister’s Forum” by clicking on the Free Humor E-zine navigation button on the website.
63. According to the author, laughter is leaving us partly because ________.
A. we treat everything in a serious way
B. it relieves pain, reduces stress and anxiety
C. we fail to maintain balance between life and work
D. the pace of change in our lives is becoming faster
64. The fourth paragraph mainly tells us that ________.
A. getting a deep laugh nowadays is difficult
B. we can entertain ourselves with the help of the Internet
C. people laugh more heartily when spending time with others
D. researchers have made a new discovery about the effect of laughter
65. The underlined word “inclination” in Paragraph 5 most probably means “________”.
A. destination B. attitude C. tendency D. approach
66. Which of the following articles can we most probably find in “The Humormeister’s Forum”?
A. Live life purposefully: The relationship within.
B. The power of honesty.
C. Don’t be your own worst enemy.
D. Funny Christmas stories to share with your loved ones.
Taking good notes is a time-saving skill that will help you to become a better student in several ways. 9．___. Second, your notes are excellent materials to refer to when you are studying for a test. Third, note-taking offers variety to your study time and helps you to hold your interest. You will want to take notes during classroom discussions and while reading a textbook or doing research for a report. 10．____. Whenever or however you take notes, keep in mind that note-taking is a selective process. 11．____.
The following methods may work best for you.
● Read the text quickly to find the main facts and ideas in it.
● Carefully read the text and watch for words that can show main points and supporting facts.
● Write your notes in your own words.
●12．_____.
● Note any questions or ideas you may have about what was said or written.
As you take notes, you may want to use your own shorthand(速记). When you do, be sure that you understand your symbols and that you use them all the time. 13．____.
A. You will also want to develop your own method for taking notes.
B. There are three practical note-taking methods.
C. You must write your notes on separate paper.
D. Otherwise, you may not be able to read your notes later.
E. First, the simple act of writing something down makes it easier for you to understand and remember it.
F. That means you must first decide what is important enough to include in your notes.
G. Use words, not complete sentences.
