Time flies! This is __ third year that I have been in this school. In the past two and a half years, our school __ (organize) many activities. What impressed me ___ (much) was an activity __ (call) “Learning to Farm”. On an autumn afternoon, we __ (send) to a farm ____ we learnt to plant potatoes. _____ (be) in the city for such a long time, we were so happy to go to the countryside. After ___ (divide) into three groups, we started to work. Some cut potatoes __ pieces, and____put the pieces of potatoes into the holes and put the earth back.
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Are you too old for fairy tales? If you think _ __, Copenhagen is sure to change your mind.
See the city first from the water. In the harbor sits Denmark's bestknown landmark: the Little Mermaid. Remember her? She left the world of the Sea in search of a human soul in one of Andersen's popular _ __(fantasy). From the harbor you can get a feel for the
_ _ (attraction) “city of green spires”. At twilight(黎明) or in cloudy weather, the spires of old castles and churches lend the city a dreamlike atmosphere. You'll think you've stepped into a watercolor painting.
Churches and castles are almost all that are left over in the original city. Copenhagen became __ __ capital of Denmark in 1445. During the late 16th century, trade grew, and so did the city. But fires in 1728 and 1795 __ _(terrible) destroyed the old wooden structures. Much of what we see today _ __(date) from the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Copenhagen was the first city _ __(declare) a street for pedestrians only. The city has the _ (little) traffic noise and pollution among European capitals. __ _ you're from, you can come to dance, dine, and take in outdoor and indoor concerts. Even without money, you can still enjoy the proud old trees, the colored night lights and the beautiful gardens. You might feel as if you .
Christmas is no fun when you're poor.Twenty years ago I was a young, (struggle),substitute(替补) teacher whose calls into work had been few.Money was tight, bills were due my wife and I couldn't even afford (get)Christmas gifts for each other.The only gifts we could get for our children were a few soft toys that I had found (sell)at half price in the supermarket.I opened the door and brought in the gifts I (hide) in our old car's trunk.Then I handed them to my son and daughter.I watched with a sad smile as they did best to tear off the wrapping(包装) paper.As they pulled out their toys, though, I noticed their faces lit and they jumped up and down.My daughter (happy) hugged her toy and then hugged her Mom and me as well.I laughed as I watched my children play with their toys for_ _ (hour), and Thanked God for the. _ (great) bifilar ever been given.Till today I still treasure gift of pure love that my son and daughter gave me that day.
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History is one long story,or (real),a lot of stories of competing narratives(叙述),about the people who shaped the world we live in.
Family history can give people a sense of history that is much personal than hearing about far off events about (stranger).Telling your family history is a great way for the younger members of your family (learn)some history and really understand and connect with it.
For example,it’s much more meaningful to discover. the Great Depression meant that your grandparents didn't taste butter until were in their teens than to hear an abstract fact that the Great Depression meant rationing(定量配给).You feel much more (connect)to a story about your uncle's experience of living in France than a book about it.
(tell) stories of people that you knew or ancestors stories you know is a powerful way to help young people feel a connection to those who came before them,family and otherwise,linking the stories of the past their own experience of the present and imaginings of the future.
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David was a small boy in ragged clothes. I had often wondered what kind of home life David had, and what kind of mother could send her son to school (dress) so inappropriately for the cold winter months. But something made David special. He always stayed after school (straighten) chairs and mop the floor. He would just simply smile and ask what else he could do, then thank me for (let ) him stay and slowly head for home.
On the last day of school before Christmas holiday break, I saw David (quiet) standing by my desk.“I have something for you.” he said and (pull )from behind his back a small box. Handing it to me, he said anxiously, “ it.” I took the box from him, thanked him and slowly unwrapped it. I lifted the lid and to my surprise saw . I looked at David’s smiling face and said, “The box is nice, David, it’s empty.”“Oh no, it isn’t.” said David. “It’s full of love. My mum told me before she died that love was something you couldn’t see or touch unless you know it’s there.”
Tears filled my eyes as I looked at the proud dirty face that I (rarely give) attention to. After that Christmas, David and I became good friends and I never forgot meaning behind the little empty box set on my desk.
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Janine: Hi, Nicholas, how was your class today?
Nicholas: Not bad, but I have this student,____(name) Bill, who just refuses to do group work.
Janine: Do you know why?
Nicholas: In my view, he thinks he’s__ smart to be there. According_ his parents, he has an IQ of 170, and finds school _ (bore).
Janine: Did you tell them___ (have) a high IQ doesn’t guarantee(保证) success? I mean, if he has no social skills he’s not going to get far in life.
Nicholas: I tried to, but I didn’t really know__ to say.
Janine: If I were you, I’d tell them EQ is just as important __ IQ. Students with a high EQ often get __ (far) in life, because they’re open-minded and like communicating. These are the skills__ are going to guarantee success outside the classroom. If a student can’t communicate, he’ll never get __ job! Social skills are so important today.
Nicholas: That’s true. Thanks a lot. I’ll try and talk to his parents again.
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I wanted to do something special for my 15-year-old son, who has always been a perfect boy. He worked all summer to earn enough money to buy ____(he) a new racing-bicycle instead of asking for money from me. Then he spent hours and hours on it. I loved my son so much ___I bought him a pair of sunglasses and gloves. When my son rode the racing-bicycle with them, he looked very cool. He dreamed ___ taking part in a race and winning.
On November 10th, my birthday, when I went to the kitchen to start the milk and bread in the morning, I found ____ beautiful guitar on the table, beside which was a card, ____(say), “Happy birthday to my wonderful mother.” I was surprised and then began to sob. I remembered once I ____(joke) to my family that I wanted to learn playing the guitar to make my life colorful. I had ___(forget) it, but my son remembered. He took it ____(serious), and bought me one as a birthday gift. When I wondered ____ my son could buy this expensive gift, soon I realized that my son had sold his racing-bicycle ____(get) me the guitar.
M: Are you pleased your new job? How is it going?
W: It’s great. I’m really (enjoy) it. The people are nice and I’m learning lots of new things. It’s a shame about the travel .
M: Oh, why?
W: Well, it’s quite far from I live. I travel over hour each way every day.
M: That’s quite a journey. Is there a direct route from your place?
W: No, (fortunate). I leave for work at about 7:30 am and catch the bus not far from my place. When I get to downtown, I have to get off take the metro all the way up to north of the city. The ride (last) about 30 minutes.
M: Well, can you read a paper a book?
W: , it’s the rush hour. It’s usually standing room only.
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Long ago there was a poor farmer called Fred. Fred and his wife Doris lived____ (happy) together in their small old house. One winter night, the Luck Fairy visited ____.
“Fred, you’re a good farmer. I’d like to give you a wish,” said the Luck Fairy.
“A wish?” said Fred.
Fred and Doris smiled _ each other. Then Fred said, “Thank you, Luck Fairy. We’re very healthy and happy.”
“You work very hard __ you make very little money. Would you like some gold coins?” asked the Luck Fairy.
“We’re poor, but we have enough food ___(eat).” replied Fred.
“You can use the gold coin to buy ____ clothes. The winter here is very cold, ” said Luck Fairy.
“ _____we haven’t got many clothes, we’ve got enough.” said Doris.
“Well, what about nice new house?” asked Luck Fairy.
“Thank you, but I love my small old house very much. I _______(live) here since I was born. We don’t need a new house, ” said Fred.
“You’re quite different ___ others. I like you very much, ” said the Luck Fairy. “I wish you happy forever.” Then the Luck Fairy disappeared and never came back.
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Singles’ Day falls on November 11th every year in China, is recognized as a day for people who have no girlfriend or boyfriend. Couples and lovers have Valentine’s Day in (celebrate) of their love, but how about the singles? There must be a day they can celebrate even without a partner. That’s people created Singles’ Day.
On Singles’ Day many singles choose to say goodbye to their single lives, (attend) blind date parties, and some people even decide to get (marry) with strangers. this day has recently become more of a time for shopping, because many shops online will give customers great discount (promote) their goods.
More and more people are (will) to shop online to get what they want, and I am one of them. I just can’t help buying things I need them or not. (honest) speaking, some of the things that I bought have been put aside forever in my closet.
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Woman: Good morning.
Man: Good morning. Er…I’m looking for a place (rent) near the university.
Woman: What are you looking for, a house, a flat, a room?
Man: Well, we want a flat if that’s possible. There are three of us looking all together. We thought we might share it if we can find something (suit).
Woman: So something near the university?
Man: Yes. We are all students, so it would be good if we could find something walking distance of the campus. of us has a car and we don’t want to have to take a bus.
Woman: Well, everybody wants that of course. Are you here for your first year?
Man: No, I (be) here for a year already. Last year we all lived on campus.
Woman: Ok. So let me have a look and consider we have got. Well, there’s a three-bedroom flat. That’s 400 dollars a week --- quite (reason), I think.
Man: Oh, That’s too .
Woman: Ok, I’ll try . Oh, here is another one near the Sunshine Bookstore. It’s a quiet place. Only 150 dollars a week. It’s quite cheap. Would you like to have a look?
Will matter if you don't take your breakfast? Recently a test (give) in the United States. Those tests included people of different from 12 to 83. During the experiment, these people were given all kinds of breakfasts, and sometimes they got breakfast at all. Special tests were set up to see well their bodies worked and when they ate certain kind of breakfast. The results show that if a person eats a proper breakfast, he or she will work with better effect if he or she has no breakfast. This fact appears to be (especial) true if a person works his brains. For example, if a student eats fruit, eggs, bread and milk before going to school, he will learn more quickly and listen with (much) attention in class.
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W:Jack.how have your two sons been doing at school recently?
M:Don’t ask! Mark never starts studying,and Jason never stops (study).
W:You’re joking! I hear that Jason is likely (be)at the top of his class after exam this year.
M:Yes,so his teacher say.He’s been (work)very hard at his books every evening for months on end recently.He is hoping toHarvard University.
W:Great.Maybe he’ll become a university professor(he)in the future.
M:Maybe.But sometimes I wish he'd go out and enjoy himself change.
W:Yes…What about the younger one?
M:Well,Mark's teachers say he has abililty,but he (rare)does his best.He does his homework in ten minutes every day and then (rush)out to play football.
W: Perhaps he can make his fortune at football. People can make (plenty)of money from sports now.
M:My wife always worries about their future
W:Perhaps you can have a talk with him now to find out he is thinking about his studies and future plans.
M:Good idea.I'll take your advice.
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However, the attitudes of scientists this rise are completely different. On the one hand, Dr. Foster thinks that any in which the temperature increases by 5 degrees would lead to a catastrophe. She says, “We can’t predict the climate well enough to know to expect, but it could be very serious.” Others agree with her think there may be a rise of several metres in the sea level, or predict severe storms, floods, (dry), famines, the spread of diseases and the disappearance of species. On the hand, there are those, like George Hambley, who are to this view and believe that we should not worry about high levels of carbon dioxide in the air. They predict that any warming will be mild with few bad _ (environment) consequences. In fact, Hambley , “More carbon dioxide is a positive thing. It will make plants grow quicker; crops will produce more; it will encourage a greater of animals---all of which will make life for human beings better.
The Nobel Peace Prize was awarded on FridayIndia's Kailash Satyarthi and Pakistan's Malala Yousafzai for their struggles the suppression(压迫)of children and for young people's rights,(include) the right to education.
Yousafzai came to (globe) attention after she (shoot) in the head by the Taliban two years ago forher efforts (promote) education for girls in Pakistan.
Through her heroic struggle,Yousafzai has become a(lead) spokeswoman for girls' rights to education.According to the Nobel committee,at 17 she's the youngest ever peace prize winner.“I'm proud that I'm the first Pakistani or the first young woman gets this award,” she said in Birmingham,England.
She doesn't believe that she deserves the award but considers an encouragement to continue her campaign.Awarding the Peace Prize to a Pakistani Muslim and an Indian Hindu (give) a message to people of love between Pakistan and India,and between different religions.
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