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When he was a little boy, Christopher Cockerell once noticed his mother turning the wheel of her sewing machine with her hand. “Won’t it work quickly if a machine (turn) the wheel for you?” he asked. “I suppose it will.” said his mother, without paying any attention to him. Christopher knew she always had a lot of work and that she was stubborn that he could hardly do anything to change mind. But he wanted to help. In his bedroom there was a toy steam engine (buy) by his father as a gift to him. “I will make better use of it,” little Christopher said to himself. So, when his mother was not using her sewing machine, he decided to fix the toy steam engine onto it. When he finished (do) it, he was quite pleased, thinking his mother would like it. “Very clever,” his mother said when she saw it. But then she sat down and went on turning the wheel hand. “I (work) like this for too many years,” she explained. Christopher felt very (disappoint). He couldn’t understand his mother’s (behave).
This teaches Christopher a lesson that anyone tries to improve anything has to learn: many people don’t like new ideas.
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Like many new graduates, I left university full of hope for the future but with no real idea of what I wanted to do. My degree, with honors, in English literature had not (real) prepared me for anything practical. I knew I felt like (make) a difference in the world somehow, but I had no idea to do that. That’s when I learned about the Lighthouse Project.
I started my journey a Lighthouse Project volunteer by reading as much as I could about the experiences of previous volunteers. I knew it would be a lot of hard work, that I would be away from my family and friends for a very long time. In short, I did not take my (decide) to apply for the Lighthouse Project lightly. did my family.
Eventually, however, I (win) the support of my family, and I sent in all the paperwork needed for the application. After countless interviews and presentations, I managed to stand out among candidates and survive the test alone. Several months later, I finally received a call (ask) me to report for the duty. I would be going to a small village near Abuja, Nigeria. Where? What? Nigeria? I had no idea. But I was about to find out.
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When police experts debate climate change solutions, they often talk about “a price on carbon". They are (argue) about whether companies shouldpay when they put carbon pollution in the air.
Carbon pollution, like every other from of pollution, (have) an impact on the environment. (throw) waste into a river will cause the fish to die and the people drink the water to get sick. And when you produce carbon pollution, you get climate change-sea level rise, stronger storms, severe droughts, damage to agriculture, and more.
All of those impacts cost money. Insurance rates go up when storms get more (destruction). Taxes increase when cities have to rebuild bridges and roads. Military budgets go up when droughts and population (change) cause conflict, not to mention impacts on agriculture and health care costs.
In other words, the price on carbon is we all pay when there is no market force (limit) the pollution that causes climate change. So the debate is (real) about who will pay that price-- companies which are making a profit from the fossil fuels, or the taxpayers who pick up the cost now?
按照课文内容填空 (共8小题;每小题0.5分,满分4分)
阅读下面的短文,在标有序号的空白处填入一个适当的词,或填入括号中动词的适当形式。
It’s easy for you to start smoking, but ___you become addicted to it, you may find it ____to stop smoking. Firstly, you may become __ addicted to nicotine, one of the hundreds of harmful chemicals __(consist) in cigarettes. When the drug leaves your body, you get withdrawal symptoms. Secondly, you get addicted ____ habit. ___ is, if you do the same thing repeatedly, you begin to do it ____. Lastly, you become mentally addicted to it, when you may believe that you will only feel good when you smoke and may find all kinds of negative emotions in you when you stop smoking. Smoking may have all kinds of harmful effects on the health of both the smokers themselves and non-smokers around them. So it is time that smokers ____(quit) smoking.
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One morning, I was waiting at the bus stop, worried about_____ (be) late for school.
There were many people waiting at the bus stop,_______ some of them looked very anxious and_____(disappoint) .when the bus finally came, we all hurried on boarD. I got a place next _______ the window, so I had a good view of the sidewalk.A boy on a bike _______ (catch ) my attention.He was riding beside the bus and waving his arms.I heard a passenger behind me shouting to the driver, but he refused _______(stop) until we reached the next stop.Still, the boy kept _______(ride).He was carrying something over his shoulder and shouting.Finally, when we came to the next stop, the boy ran up to the door of the bus.I heard an excited conversation.Then the driver stood up and asked, “_______ anyone lose a suitcase at the last stop?” A woman on the bus shouted, “Oh, dear! It ‘s ______ (I )”.She pushed her way to the driver and took the suitcase thankfully, Everyone on the bus began talking about what the boy had done, and the crowd of strangers _____(sudden) became friendly to one another.
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Just now,I entered the website “Topic for Today”. I feel________ (interest) in the report on middle school students’ using cell-phones on campus. In fact,more students now come to school________ cell-phones. My schoolmates have different opinions. Some think________ is convenient to get in touch with others with the cell-phone,________ also makes them feel safe especially in time of trouble. Besides,it is nice to enjoy ________ (variety) functions of different cell-phones.
Others think differently. First,the cell-phone is not________ must in school,as there are some IC phones there,________ (make) it easy to call others. Second, many students often play e-games and send________ (message) with their cell-phones,even in class, which will surely have bad effects on their study. What’s more, a large amount of time and money will________ (waste).In my opinion,the cell-phone is a useful tool in our daily life. But it doesn’t mean we can use it________ (free) in school.
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(不多于3个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Man: Good morning. Can I help you?
Woman: Yes. I (admit) to the university last month, and now I’d like to try and arrange (accommodate) in the hall of residence.
Man: Yes, certainly. Please sit down. What I'll do is fill a form and make sure you(full) understand what to expect.
Woman: Thank you.
Man: So first of all, can I take your name and date of birth?
Woman: It's Anu Bhatt. March 31st, 1992.
Man: And what will you be studying?
Woman: I'm doing a course in (nurse).
Man: Right, thank you. And how long would you want to stay in hall, do you think?
Woman: Well, it'll take three years I'd only like to stay in hall for two. I'd like to thinkabout living outside for the third year.
Man: Fine. Do you want to cook for or have all your meals (provide), as we call full board?
Woman: Is there anything in between?
Man: Yes. You can choose to be provided only with evening meals, is half board.
Woman: That's I'd prefer.
Man: Yes, a lot of students go for that. Now, with that in mind, do you have any specialdiet, anything we should know about?
Woman: No red meat.
Man: Okay. That's all I need to know.
假定你是班长李华,请根据以下内容给新任外教Smith先生写一封信, 向他表示欢迎并转达同学们对英语课的希望:
1. 介绍西方文化;
2. 组织多样活动;
3. 关注学生发音, 提高听说能力。
注意:
1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.开头已为你写好。
Dear Mr. Smith,
I’m writing on behalf of my class to extend our warm welcome to you. Here are some of our expectations for your English class.
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Yours truly,
Li Hua
He is the man who for many people has been a role model. Now your biggest hero deserves a special day you can express your thanks and let him know how much _ (important) he is to you than any other model.
The idea of Father’s Day came from American woman called Sonara Smart Dodd in 1909. Dodd wanted a special day (honor) her father. He raised six children by __ after his wife died. Dodd thought there needed to be a day to honor loving dads.
The first Father’s Day (celebrate) on June 19, 1910. In 1924, U.S. President Calvin Coolidge supported the idea of a (nation) Father’s Day. Finally, in 1996, President Lyndon Johnson declared the third Sunday of June as Father’s Day.
The third Sunday of June—which (fall) on June 21, 2015—is Father’s Day. Here are some ways to show your love and respect:
* Send him a (greet) card. Fathers prefer cards which are not too emotional. So choose one that will make him laugh.
* If he has a computer, cover his desktop words like “I Love you Dad”.
* A small present, such as a framed photo of your family, can make him feel like a king.
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During a recent Senior Three English lesson, the teacher caught Xiao Di, female student, busily typing messages on her cell-phone. To the teacher’s surprise, Xiao Di wasn’t just texting her friends the latest small talk. She was (actual) blogging about what was being taught in the classroom, sharing her opinions about the information and material her classmates.
The case caused a heated (discuss) among teachers and students city-wide. Miss Li, an English teacher from another nearby school said, “I am amazed at how (create)the students can be when writing on their blogs. To me it’s a great way for students to improve their writing skills while writing about personal feelings and (experience).” other teachers are worried that blog-addiction may disturb their students’ study.
A supporter and classmate of Xiao Di said, “We love her blog! We all read it each day and can’t wait to see she writes about next. Her interesting stories and great suggestions on study really help to encourage us. And it adds a little fun to our stressful life.” Another student blogger admitted that he often works late into the night, writing his blog and responding to comments (post) there. He said, “Sometimes I don’t even have time to finish my homework. I can’t help myself. I really have a lot (say). ”
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One morning, I was waiting at the bus stop, worried about ___ (be) late for school.
There were many people waiting at the bus stop, ______ some of them looked very anxious and ____(disappoint) .when the bus finally came, we all hurried on board.I got a place next ______ the window, so I had a good view of the sidewalk.A boy on a bike ______ (catch ) my attention.He was riding beside the bus and waving his arms.I heard a passenger behind me shouting to the driver, but he refused ______(stop) until we reached the next stop.Still, the boy kept _____(ride).He was carrying something over his shoulder and shouting.Finally, when we came to the next stop, the boy ran up to the door of the bus.I heard an excited conversation.Then the driver stood up and asked, “______ anyone lose a suitcase at the last stop?” A woman on the bus shouted, “Oh, dear! It ‘s _______ (I )”.She pushed her way to the driver and took the suitcase thankfully, Everyone on the bus began talking about what the boy had done, and the crowd of strangers _____(sudden) became friendly to one another.
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It is becoming increasingly hard to avoid watching reality television in China,such as the Voice of China,China’s Got Talent,or Super Boy.In America,Big Brother (broadcast)five days a week.Survivor Finale appears on the front page of the New York Post after gaining ratings(收视率)that are much (high)than NBA.Americans seem addicted to reality television programs ordinary people compete in weeks—long contests while being filmed 24 hours a day.But why?
One of the most commonly repeated “(true)”about reality TV viewers is that they watch in order to talk with friends about the show,but the explanation is quite (correct).
In fact fans of the shows have much stronger desire for status.They are much more likely to agree with statements such as “Reputation is important to me”.It represents a means to get attention.And more attention increases one’s sense of(important).We think we are important if others pay attention to us and unimportant if(ignore).
Ordinary people can watch the shows,see people 1ike(them)and imagine that they also could become famous by being on television.is the reality TV show that gives them a sense of being a star in crowd.
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“Remember, your father is only one year (old) than you.” That was Mum’s usual excuse when Dad said the wrong things or did something (fool).
Dad quitted drinking exactly one year before I was born. He joined a group of other people. He said they (stop) drinking, too. I loved my dad but I hated the way his weekly meetings took him away from me. It seemed that they were important to him than I was. But with my birthday (come) up I thought Dad would make an exception(例外). “Can’t you miss it just this time? Saturday is my birthday! ” I begged him was refused. He said “I am chairing the meeting this Saturday. We will have your party on Sunday.”
Saturday evening I sat on my bed, (feel) sorry for myself. Dad started to leave, then paused and said,” Why not come with me together tonight? It’s an open meeting. All are welcome”. would I do at a meeting? But maybe I needed to see why something Dad every week mattered so much.
After we arrived, Dad announced that the theme of the meeting was going to be gratitude. He told his story about giving up smoking. Later, a man (call) Dave also told his story. Only then did I know it was Dad saved his life from drinking. Showing up week after week and meeting with people, Dad was changing lives. Shame washed over me
Mr. Johnson lived in the woods with his wife and children. He owned _____ farm, which looked almost abandoned. ______ (lucky), he also had a cow which produced milk every day. He sold or exchanged some of the milk in the towns nearly _____ other food and made cheese and butter for the family with what _____ (leave). The cow was their only means of support, in fact. One day, the cow was eating grass ____ it began to rain heavily. While making great efforts to run away, she _____ (fall) over the hill and died. Then the Johnson tried to make a living __ the cow. In order to support his family, Mr. Johnson began to plant herbs and vegetables. Since the plants took a while to grow, he started cutting down trees ____ (sell) the wood. Thinking about his children’s clothes, he started growing cotton too. When harvest came around, he was already selling herbs, vegetables and cotton in the market _____ people from the town met regularly. Now it occurred to ______ that his farm had much potential and that the death of the cow was a bit of luck.
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As an old English saying goes, “honesty is the best policy”. It is more than an old cliché(陈词滥调), but good way to live your life.
First, honesty is the (easy) choice that we can make. When people get caught in lies, it always costs them something. Many relationships are destroyed by lies.
Second, honesty gives us much (free). Many people believe that being honest limits them in life, but that is not true. Sooner or later those dishonest people (pay) a price for their acts; on the contrary, when we are honest, we are (true) free.
If there were two people (stand) before you, a person with a record of being honest and a person is known to be dishonest, who would you be more likely (believe)? I’m sure most people would side with the honest person. we live in the truth or we live in lies. Truth sets us free and lies leave us in nothing but more troubles. Honesty is a choice that we make each day. The choice is (you). What will you choose?
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