“So, what are you doing after graduation?” Many juniors and seniors get bored answering that question over and over. Most students, however, choose to go to college for further study.1.
Talking to Your Parents
2. Talk openly with your parents about your plans---both for the short term and the long term. If your parents want you to go to a college but you don’t feel that college is right for you, explain why.
3.
Your parents probably don’t know everything. For school and career guidance, visit your school consultant and talk with adult friends. Make an effort to talk to people in the fields that interest you. Ask friends in college about their schools and other schools they’re familiar with.
Making a Decision
Some people know from an early age exactly what they want to be and how they plan to get there. However, not all of us are so sure of our plans, though, and that’s OK too. School is also not just about careers and getting a high-paying job after graduation----it’s a place for learning about yourself and the world. 4. You can always go back to school or change a career path----lots of people do.
Selecting a School
If college is in your future, you need to plan. Which schools appeal to you? How do you decide on a school when there are thousands to pick from? Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, you can visit their websites or make arrangements to visit. 5.
A. Whatever you choose to do now does not have to be what you do forever.
B. This is the fact that young people have to take into consideration.
C. Getting advice.
D. Try to do this during school time so you can get a good idea of what life is really like on campus.
E. Talking to friends.
F. What if your post-graduation plans differ from what your parents have in mind？
G. Here are some practical tips to prepare yourself for the journey.
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A good hiking trip should be planned out ahead of time. Whether it is a hike on a mountain trail（路线）or through the woods, an enjoyable hiking trip can easily turn into a dangerous situation if safety is not considered well. North Mountain State Park recommends hikers consider the following tips before hitting any trails:
Make a copy of your itinerary to give to a family member or a friend. Make sure that someone close to you knows where you are and how long you will be gone.
Wear a good pair of hiking boots or strong athletic shoes. The right shoes will keep you safe, warm, and comfortable.
Prepare for various types of weather conditions. Check the forecast before you leave; take along sunglasses and extra clothing (e.g., a hat and /or a jacket for a day hike).
Pack plenty of food and water. Consider how long your hike will be and pack accordingly.
Pack basic and essential supplies. Bring a first-aid kit(急救箱), a flashlight, a pocket knife, a map of the area (if available), and a compass. You may need other supplies, such as matches, depending on the length of your hike.
Determine what time the sun sets. This information is available in most local newspapers. Most people become lost after nightfall, so it is important to know this information in advance.
Stay on properly marked trails. Stay on established trails to decrease the chances of becoming lost. Staying on established trails also lowers the risk of doing harm to rare and endangered plants.
Carry a whistle. Using a loud whistle is a good way to call attention to your location if you get lost.
Keep an eye out for wildlife. Do not approach animals in the wild, even if they seem friendly.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (WSPRC) manages a diverse system of more than 120 parks. The 90-year-old park system, which receives nearly 48 million visits a year, ranks 4th nationally in day-use attendance, 10th in overnight attendance, and the WSPRC has a smaller budget than most states.
1.The underlined word “itinerary” in Paragraph 2 probably means ________.
A. a goal B. an address
C. a phone book D. a travel plan
2.According to the text, if hikers ignore what time the sun sets, they might________.
A. have difficulty finding supplies B. need extra clothing
C. be attacked by wild animals D. become lost
3.According to the text, hikers are advised __________.
A. to bring friendly animals home B. to use loud whistles
C. to set up camps D. to take new trails
4.What can we learn about WSPRC?
A. It’s only accessible during summer months.
B. It’s operated very well.
C. It provides trails and wildlife protection.
D. It provides search and rescue services.
5.The purpose of the text is to _______.
A. attract people’s interest in the park
B. explain the hiking routes
C. explain how to be safe when hiking
D. introduce various kinds of parks to visitors
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When you can speak another language, your world becomes bigger, richer and more inspiring. For many of us, learning a language is a terrifying experience, just as opening a new set of books and CDs.
Babbel is a comprehensive online learning system that allows the user to combine learning with his or her everyday life. Launched in 2007 in Berlin, it’s created and maintained by a team of 300 employees from 28 nations, including linguists, language teachers, native speakers, and authors.
The 14 language courses on offer (including French, Spanish, Polish, German, Swedish and English) are designed to be used on the go, anywhere and at any time, thanks to Babbel’s multi-platform mobile apps. These courses are free to download and contain 2,000—3,000 vocabulary words per language, pronounced by native speakers and accompanied by relevant images.
This native-speaker approach, says Markus Witte, CEO and founder of Babbel, is key to the company’s success. “The courses are designed by experienced language teachers and linguists,” he explains. “Their knowledge about learning processes and language pairings is crucial (至关重要的) when designing lessons. We offer 14 learning languages and it makes a huge difference whether a Portuguese or an English native learns Spanish.”
One of the real joys is being able to set your own pace and learn what you want. Simply choose the language you want and start learning it right away with integrated(综合的) speech recognition.
Registration of Babbel is completely free, as Babbel provides advanced lessons in every language, so you can start making progress immediately. If you choose to sign up, you are offered monthly, three-monthly, six-monthly or yearly payment plans and this gives you immediate access to your chosen language on www. babbel. com as well as via the mobile apps for Android or iOS.
The lessons are quick, bite-sized and entertaining. 50% of Babbel users learn with apps. Witte says, “This mobile language learning supports Babbel’s idea of easy learning. The touch display allows for much faster repeat of vocabulary, and users can check their pronunciation or record a speaking role in a dialogue, which helps to remove the fear of talking in an unfamiliar language.”
1.What do many people think of learning a language?
A. Impressive. B. Unpleasant. C. Embarrassing. D. Interesting.
2.What do we know about Babbel?
A. It is a language school based in Berlin.
B. It provides 14 online language courses.
C. It is a learning system for users in 28 nations.
D. It offers free online training courses for learners.
3.Learners may enjoy learning with Babbel because___________ .
A. the courses are easy to download
B. the teachers are native speakers
C. the images are designed by native speakers
D. they can learn at their own pace
4.Which statement is true according to the passage?
A. Users are offered only monthly or yearly payment plans.
B. Users can only get access to their chosen language via the mobile apps.
C. The touch display can help users repeat the words faster.
D. The mobile language learning is difficult and helpful.
5.What’ s the author’ s purpose of writing the text?
A. To illustrate the advantages of online learning.
B. To make an advertisement for a language school.
C. To discuss how to learn a new language efficiently.
D. To introduce a new way of learning foreign languages.
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Watson entered Mr Smith’s office. The boss was a hard man. He fired people who didn’t do well without giving them a second chance.
“Watson,” said Mr Smith, “this past year your department hasn’t earned money. We’re going to drop that department. It’s finished. I’m sorry---but you’ll have to go.” “But, sir---if I just had a little more time. For the moment I need the job to keep my son at Riverside School.”
“What’s that!” said the Boss. “Riverside! I didn’t know you had a boy there. That’s an expensive school for a man with your salary.”
“I know, sir. But he likes it there so much! He’s a star trackman（田径运动员）and the best boxer in the school. The boys call him Champ（冠军）there.”
The Boss sat perfectly still for a long time---a faraway look in his eyes. Then, suddenly, he said, “We’ve got to close your department, Watson. But you’ll take over a new job in another department. It means long hours---maybe more pay. Now get out. You’re here for life.”
Watson got out, with surprise in his face. Then the Boss took a letter from the top drawer of his desk. It was Herbie’s last letter from Riverside School---written a few days before he died. He had read it over and over again with sick pain. The letter read:
I can’t say the boys here are any nicer to me than the others were. I guess it’s the same everywhere when you’re a cripple（跛脚的人）. But don’t worry about me, Dad. They’ve got a good chemistry department here. And there’s one boy here who is really great. He’s a track star and boxing champ and just tops in chemistry. The boys call him Champ. He made them stop throwing my books around. And he knocked a boy down who hit me. He is the best friend I ever had. Dad, when I grow up, I want to do something for Champ. Something big---that he won’t even know about.
Your son,
Herbie
1.Watson was given a second chance because_________.
A. a man was needed in another department
B. Mr Smith wanted to realize his son’s dream
C. Mr Smith wanted to help Watson’s son
D. Herbie told Mr Smith to do so in his letter
2.The underlined word “drop” in Paragraph 2 could best be replaced by _______.
A. punish B. fall C. close D. sell
3.It can be inferred from the text that Champ is _________.
A. a classmate of Watson’s son B. Watson’s son
C. the son of Mr Smith’s friend D. Mr Smith’s son
4.From the text we know that Herbie _______.
A. made friends with many boys B. was a college student
C. died from an incurable disease D. didn’t live to grow up
5.Watson and Mr Smith both____________.
A. loved their sons deeply B. were hard men
C. knew Champ D. were interested in chemistry
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What does the man admire Tony for?
A. His luck. B. His medal. C. His courage.
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What will the man do?
A. Take photos. B. Have an interview. C. Go to the theatre.
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How did the man take these pictures?
A. With his camera. B. With his cell phone. C. With the woman’s cell phone.
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What is the relationship between the two speakers?
A. Seller and buyer. B. Waiter and customer. C. Boss and employee.
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When was the woman’s picture taken?
A. In Grade 3 in her senior high school.
B. In Grade 2 in her senior high school.
C. In Grade 2 in her junior high school.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where did the man go before the conversation?
A. Washington. B. London. C. Huston.
2.What made the car accident happen?
A. The driver drank too much.
B. There were too many people in the car.
C. There were too many cars on the street then.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why does the man cancel his reservation for tonight?
A. Someone is ill. B. He has to work. C. He’ll attend a party.
2.When will the man’s party be held next week?
A. At 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
B. At 7:00 p.m. on Thursday.
C. At 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where is the man from?
A. Spain. B. Britain. C. America.
2.What is wrong with the man now?
A. He has a fever B. He has a headache. C. He has a toothache.
3.What did the man have yesterday?
A. Shrimp (虾) and fish. B. Mutton and fish. C. Shrimp and mutton.
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听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What does the woman want to learn?
A. Political science.
B. International relations.
C. American literature.
2.What mistakes does the man often make in English?
A. Pronunciation mistakes.
B. Grammar mistakes.
C. Spelling mistakes.
3.Where are the two speakers now?
A. At school. B. At a party. C. At a café.
4.How long will the two speakers spend on the language exchange every week?
A. Two hours. B. Three hours. C. Six hours.
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听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.Why were Ms Evan’s third graders not afraid of the tests at all?
A. Because they had chances to try again.
B. Because they were all well prepared.
C. Because Ms Evans had told them the answers.
2.What does Ms Evans teach students?
A. Music and art. B. How to play football. C. Computer games.
3.How do all parents consider themselves to have Ms Evans as a great teacher for their children?
A. Lucky. B. Unlucky. C. So-so.
4.How many songs did Ms Evans’ class perform yesterday?
A. Four. B. Three. C. Two.
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I worried about my personal image and how I could be remembered during my boyhood. In the fifth grade, there seemed to be only one ________----to be cool. In the sixth grade, suddenly, there were two choices: be cool, or be invisible. ________, one day, when a teacher had us fill out a questionnaire with ________ questions, I found the ________ option.
Assuming the teacher would read our answers privately, I felt it was ________ to share my privacy. To my ________, she collected and redistributed (重新分发) them to us. We were asked to ________ the name and our three favorite answers to the whole class. My answers went to the meanest boy in class.
The first question was “What’s your favorite movie?” My answer was Beauty and the Beast. A laugh erupted and my cheeks ________. The next was “Where would you like to travel?” My answer was ________ special — “Wherever a book takes me.” The ________ this time had an explosive quality.
I could ________ remember what happened next; all that I had in mind was the laughter. But something amazing happened. A(n) ________ came, “Guys, cut it out.” The room went ________. It’s Michelle Siever, a popular and cool girl. Then she ________, “Why are you laughing? What is the point of ________ if we just laugh at others?”
I can’t remember the teacher or other kids’ names, but I remember Michelle’s. When she ________ for me that day, she ________ me we actually have three choices if we want to be remembered.
Be cool, and you might be remembered ________. Stay invisible, and you won’t be remembered at all. But if you stand up ________ someone when they ________ you most, then you will be remembered as their hero for the rest of their life.
1.A. tool B. choice C. chance D. purpose
2.A. However B. In addition C. Therefore D. In fact
3.A. personal B. funny C. various D. strange
4.A. wrong B. former C. third D. latter
5.A. terrible B. safe C. nervous D. interesting
6.A. surprise B. anxiety C. delight D. expectation
7.A. repeat B. remember C. compare D. read
8.A. ached B. paled C. changed D. burned
9.A. even B. still C. never D. always
10.A. laughter B. question C. air D. class
11.A. nearly B. exactly C. hardly D. surely
12.A. request B. message C. order D. voice
13.A. crazy B. silent C. angry D. empty
14.A. announced B. smiled C. added D. stopped
15.A. talking B. chatting C. arguing D. sharing
16.A. talked about B. calmed down C. left behind D. spoke up
17.A. reminded B. promised C. showed D. persuaded
18.A. for a while B. finally C. again and again D. hopefully
19.A. before B. with C. for D. by
20.A. miss B. need C. value D. love
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Her mother is fond of western music, __________ her father is interested in Beijing opera.
A. when B. while C. as D. as if
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Thinking _________ you know ___________ in fact you don’t is a terrible mistake.
A. that; what B. that; that C. what; that D. what; what
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The British are not so familiar with different cultures and other ways of doing things, _________ is often the case in other countries.
A. what B. as C. so D. that
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These new teaching methods will definitely help improve students’ ___________ and interest.
A. motivation B. occupation C. movement D. negotiation
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When I got home, I found the door open. It _________ to me that someone broke into my house.
A. struck B. hit C. occurred D. beat
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Auckland is a most exciting city with people of many different cultures _________ there.
A. live B. living C. having lived D. lived
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When you’re learning to drive, having a good teacher__________.
A. makes no difference B. makes much difference
C. tells no difference D. tells much difference
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It’s always a good idea to take a map when in a strange city as it helps you to _________.
A. get in B. get over C. get across D. get around
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The architecture in the town center is a successful ________ of the old and the new, and looks splendid.
A. achievement B. manner C. combination D. movement
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Although some people raised objections at the meeting, most of them were ________ the reform.
A. in honor of B. instead of C. in favor of D. by means of
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1.This seemed a small challenge _____________(compare) with the one I had experienced.
2.Wechat makes ___________ easier for people to keep in touch with others.
3.Can you ______________(simple) the instructions in order that children can understand them?
4.She went away in a hurry, _____________(leave) the light on for the whole night.
5.People who work in offices are usually referred to _____________“white collar workers”.
6.The difficulty he had _______________(understand) her finally led to even greater problems between them.
7.It is often said that the joy of travelling is not in arriving at your destination __________ in the journey itself.
8.She is very dear to us. We have been prepared to do ___________ it takes to save her life.
9.Very often, opportunities come quietly and go by without ________________(notice).
10._______________(finish) his homework, he listened to some music to relax himself.
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下列每个句子中有一处语言错误。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: 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词。
1.Most of my classmates have plans to travel, which can add up to their life experience.
_____________________________________________________________________
2.The confusing look on her face showed that she didn’t quite understand her mother’s idea.
_____________________________________________________________________
3.Most people on this island love fishing, and obvious, fishing forms an actual part of their leisure time.
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4.Although they are twins, they have nothing common with each other.
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5.He had no sooner finished his speech when the students started cheering.
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6.In addition, attracting by interesting topics, you are free to get involved in the weekly discussion.
_____________________________________________________________________
7.We should consider the students’ request whether the school library provide more books on popular science.
_____________________________________________________________________
8.The Sun Island, where we visited during a recent trip to Harbin, is one of Harbin’s most fantastic tourist attractions.
_____________________________________________________________________
9.Every year, who makes the most beautiful kite will win a prize in the Kite Festival.
_____________________________________________________________________
10.Find ways to praise your children often, or you’ll find they will open their hearts to you.
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