Education is not an end, but a means to an end. In other words, we do not educate children only for the purpose of educating them. Our purpose is to fit them for life.
In some modern countries it has for some time been fashionable to think that by free education for all – whether rich or poor, clever or stupid - one can solve all the problems of society and build a perfect nation. But we can already see that free education for all is not enough; we find in such countries a far larger number of people with university degree refuse to do what they think to be “low” work, and, in fact, working with hands is thought to be dirty and shameful in such countries. But we have only to think a moment to understand that the work of a completely uneducated farmer is far more important than that of a professor. We can live without education, but we die if we have no food. If no one cleaned our streets and took the rubbish away from our houses, we should get terrible diseases in our towns.
In fact, when we say that all of us must be educated to fit us for life, it means that we must be educated in such a way that, firstly, each of us can do whatever work suited to his brains and ability and, secondly, that we can realize that all jobs are necessary to society, and that is very bad to be ashamed of one’s work. Only such a type of education can be considered valuable to society.
1.According to the passage, the purpose of education is ________.
A. to build a perfect world
B. to choose a system of education
C. to let everyone receive education fit for him
D. to prepare children mainly for their future work
2.Which of the following is True according to the passage?
A. It’s hard for university graduates to find jobs.
B. No one would like to do work with hands.
C. Education is not enough to build a perfect nation.
D. University graduates are ashamed of their work.
3.In the writer’s opinion, ________.
A. all the social problems can’t be solved by education
B. free education for ail probably leads to a perfect world
C. free education won t help to solve social problems
D. education can settle all of the world’s problems
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I had the meanest mother in the world. While other kids ate candy for breakfast, I had to have cereal, eggs and toast. Others had cokes and candy for lunch, while we had to eat a sandwich. As you can guess, my supper was different from other kids’. But at least I was not alone in my suffering. My sister and two brothers had the same mean mother as I did.
My mother insisted on knowing where we were at all times. She had to know who our friends were and what we were doing. We had to wear clean clothes every day. Other kids always wore their clothes for days. We reach the height of disgrace because she made our clothes herself, just to save money. The worst is yet to come. We had to be in bed by 9:00 each night and up at 7:45 the next morning. So when my friends slept, my mother actually had the courage to break Child Labor Law. She made us work. I believed she lay awake all night thinking up mean things to do to us.
Through the years, our friends’ report cards had beautiful colors on them, black for passing ,red for falling. My mother, however, would merely be content with black marks. None of us was allowed the pleasure of being a dropout.
She forced us to grow up into educated and honest adults. Using this as a background, I’m now trying to bring up my three children. I’m filled with pride and when my children think I am mean because I now thank God everyday for giving me the meanest mother in the world.
1.From the passage we can learn that the writer’s mother was ________.
A. not generous at all B. very strict with her children
C. very mean with money matters D. very cruel to her children
2.Which of the following things did the writer hate to do most?
A. Eating differently from other kids. B. Wearing clean clothes made by mother.
C. Going to bed early and getting up early. D. Letting mother know where they were.
3.It can be inferred from the passage that ________.
A. the writer worked hard and usually got good grades in studies
B. mother was punished for breaking the Child Labor Law
C. all the other kids studied better than the writer
D. the writer’s family lived a miserable life
4.Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Mother practiced economy in running her home.
B. The writer is very thankful for her mother.
C. The writer is severe with her children when bringing them up.
D. The writer has a deep hatred for her mother.
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Most cell phone companies design models especially for kids. But parents are usually the ones buying the phones, and paying the bill. According to a study, 56% of parents of children aged 8 to 12 have given their children a cell phone. According to a recent survey, 12 is the magic number. It is the most common age for kids to get their first cell phone. But 13% of children aged 6 to 10 already have one. That’s more than one out of every 10 kids.
Pro-cell phone people, including many parents, notice that cell phones help kids keep in touch with their friends and families. They believe that cell phones are an important tool in a dangerous situation. Kids can stay connected with their parents at all times, whether it’s to ask for a ride home from soccer practice or to receive a good – luck text message moments before a big game. Plus, some cell phone designed for kids can be controlled with settings that allow the phone to only be used in parent - approved ways. What’s the harm in that?
But other people are worried about the health and safety effects of kids’ cell phones. They believe that plugged - in kids could be missing out on other activities, such as playing outside or hanging out with friends, and that sending text messages or fielding phone calls while doing homework is bad for concentration. They say that kids are spending too much time texting instead of talking to each other. “Our brains evolved to communicate face to face,” says Gary Small, a professor of psychiatry at the UCLA School of Medicine, in California. “A lot of this is lost with texting.”
And some experts are also concerned about possible health risks. They worry that radiation or energy waves-released by cell phones could be harmful to young people. To be safe, many pediatricians advise limiting talk time.
1.The recent survey suggests that ________.
A. the number twelve can bring us good luck
B. most kids arc eager to have their own cell phones
C. many kids have their first cell phone at the age of 12
D. more than half of the parents can afford to buy cell phones
2.Pro – cell phone people probably refer to those who think that kids _________.
A. mustn’t own cell phone B. should have cell phones
C. had better make more friends D. may lose touch with others
3.What would be the main idea of Paragraph 3?
A. The disadvantages of cell phones. B. Cell phones designed for kids.
C. The kinds of cell phones. D. How to send text message.
4.The author’s attitudes toward the fact that kids have cell phones is _________.
A. supportive B. objective
C. negative D. optimistic
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For more than twenty years scientists have been searching for signs of life on other planets. Most of these searches have been done over the radio. The hope is that someone in outer space may be trying to get in touch with us. Scientists also have sent radio and television messages on spaceships traveling through space, on the chance that someone may be receptive to such messages.
Scientists are using powerful radio telescope to listen to signals from about 1,000 stars, all within 100 light years of earth. In addition, they will scan (扫视) the entire sky to “listen” for radio messages from more distant stars. Using a computer, they will be able to monitor more than eight channels at one time. Scientists are looking for any signal that stands out from the background noise.
Of the 200 billion stars in the Milky Way galaxy, scientists find that five percent are like our sun. Perhaps half of them have a planet like earth. Such a planet would be a reasonable distance from the star for temperatures to be right for the evolution (进化) of life. Based on the inhabitable (that can be lived in) planets in our galaxy, most scientists agree that chances are likely that one or more of these planets support some life.
However, many scientists wonder whether intelligent life exists on other planets. Some believe that twenty years of searching without any intelligible messages shows that no one is out there. They say that the evolution of intelligence comparable to ours is unlikely.
Other scientists believe that our search hasn’t been long enough to rule out the possibility that intelligent life exists in our galaxy. Although our sun family in only about five billion years old, our galaxy is about 20 billions years old. In that time, some scientists think it is likely that civilizations are much more advanced than ours. Perhaps these civilizations send us no signals; perhaps we have not recognized the signals they have sent us. If we hope to find intelligent life, these scientists believe that we have to keep looking.
1.According to the passage, how many planets in our galaxy might be inhabitable?
A. 15 billion. B. 10 billion.
C. 5 billion D. 200 billion
2.The first paragraph in this passage is mainly about ________.
A. why scientists are looking for signs of life on other planets
B. how scientists are looking for signs of life on other planets
C. where scientists are looking for signs of life on other planets
D. when scientists are looking for signs of life on other planets
3.The underlined word “monitor” in the passage means “________”.
A. find B. follow
C. form D. check
4.Which of these statements is True based on the information in the passage?
A. Scientists are tying different ways to find signs of life on other planets.
B. Most scientists believe that there is intelligent life on other planets.
C. The earth is one of the oldest planets in our galaxy.
D. Scientists don’t believe that there might be life on other planets.
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Whether you’re a child, teenager, young adult or are middle-aged, respect for your parents is an important value. Your parents are the people who raised you, devoting time, energy and money to your development. 1. No matter your age, there are 5 ways to show respect.
● Respect their belongings.
One important way to show respect is to show regard for the things important to your parents. For younger children, this may mean not touching jewelry or other valuable things. For grown children, respect may mean returning a borrowed tool in good condition and on time. Lack of respect for a parent’s belongings is a violation(侵犯) of personal boundaries. 2. And never borrow things without asking first.
● Punctuality.
3. Therefore, always be on time. For teenagers, showing up on time means coming home by curfew(宵禁). Adult children should show up on time for family dinners or events, or to pick a parent up for a medical appointment. Call if you’re going to be late because parents worry about children, no matter their age.
● 4..
Remembering birthdays, anniversaries and other special days is a sign that you honor your parents. Make plans to take them to lunch or dinner or bake a cake or cookies. Most parents don’t expect expensive gifts, but a handmade gift is always appreciated. A phone call from a grown child who lives too far for a visit is a welcome sign of respect.
● Be kind.
Kind words and affection are simple ways to show respect. Tell your parents you love them. Listen and allow your parents to speak without interruption. Show a sincere interest in what your parents have to say. Be patient with your parents and don’t rush them. Never talk back or be rude or disrespectful. Acknowledge your parents’ achievements. 5.
A. Be a good listener.
B. Celebrate with them.
C. Lateness indicates a lack of respect.
D. Treat your parents the way you would like to be treated.
E. And they love you unconditionally throughout your life.
F. Being respectful helps build positive relationships with others.
G. Don’t take advantage of your parents’ kindness and generosity.
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I have learnt a lot about Chinese life and culture while teaching in
First, family life quite ____ in China from that in the USA. In the USA, many young people ____ home after they finish their education and start working. However, in China, it is ____ for people to live with their parents until they get married. ____, many of my Chinese friends told me that their ____ lived with them and helped take care of them when they were children. It seems that Americans think independence is more important ____ the Chinese think family relationships are more important.
Bargaining is another ____ that I have tried to learn. In the USA, prices are ____ and you can’t ask for a lower price. However in some small Chinese stores and tourist places, you are ____ to bargain. My Chinese friends taught me to ask for 40 percent or 50 percent ____ the original price. If the salesperson doesn’t agree to my price, I should ____ to leave and he might let me come back and sell me the item. It is a skill that you have to ____ if you live in China.
Tipping hasn’t been easier to ____. In the USA, many people in the service ____ want to get ____ money for serving customers. Tipping is not a part of Chinese culture. ____ I tried to tip a taxi driver. He looked a little ____ and refused to take the money. In dinners, perhaps what surprises an American visitor most is that some of the Chinese hosts like to put food into the plates of their ____. Actually, this is a ____ of true friendship and politeness. My Chinese friend told me if I didn’t want to eat it, I should just ____ the food in the plate.
1.A. unique B. different C. private D. harmonious
2.A. come B. build C. leave D. abandon
3.A. regular B. true C. common D. usual
4.A. Also B. However C. Therefore D. Although
5.A. parents B. relatives C. babysitters D. grandparents
6.A. while B. since C. when D. as
7.A. way B. custom C. lesson D. habit
8.A. made B. agreed C. charged D. set
9.A. expected B. taught C. suggested D. required
10.A. up B. away C. off D. on
11.A. promise B. pretend C. decide D. hope
12.A. tolerate B. understand C. practise D. consider
13.A. adjust to B. turn to C. refer to D. stick to
14.A. area B. department C. branch D. industry
15.A. easy B. extra C. pocket D. prize
16.A. Often B. Once C. Sometimes D. Before
17.A. excited B. satisfied C. frightened D. confused
18.A. own B. children C. neighbors D. guests
19.A. signal B. mark C. sign D. feature
20.A. leave B. remain C. put D. taste
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Classical Chinese poetry is traditional Chinese poetry 1. (write) in Classic Chinese and typified by certain traditional forms. Many 2. (poem) come from particular historical periods, such as the poetry of the Tang Dynasty and the verse of Song Dynasty. 3. (it) existence dates back to at least as early as the publication of the Classic of Poetry or Shijing. There are 4. (vary) combinations of forms and genres, most of 5. arose at the end of the Tang Dynasty.
Development of Classical Chinese poetry 6. (active ) continued up to the year of 1919, when the May Fourth Movement 7. (take) place, and is still popular even today. Classical Poetry created during this 2,500 year period has been developing continuously, 8. (produce) a great deal of diversity - classified by both major historical periods 9. dynastic periods.
Of the key aspects of Classical Chinese poetry is its close inter - relationship with other forms of Chinese art, such as Chinese painting and Chinese calligraphy (书法). Classical Chinese poetry has proven lo have a strong influence 10. poetry worldwide.
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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。每处错误仅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（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错词下划一横线，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。
With the time go by, Chris is now a senior three student that devotes himself in his lessons every day. Last Saturday, as a usual, he attended several classes. In the evening, he studied at home until deep into die night. He was too sleepy and tired that he couldn’t work effective. His father came up and advises him to have a break. Soon they came up with a good ideas. They bought a kite which they liked very much and then the family went to the suburbs Chris enjoyed himself fly the kite. The family had a picnic together but felt very relaxed in the open air. On Monday，Chris was energetic and active in class.
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假定你是学生会主席。近来，随着网络的普及，学生的汉字书写能力降低。为了保护中华传统文化——汉字，校学生会提出倡议。请你根据提示，写一份倡议书。内容包括：
1. 少上网，多读书、勤记笔记；
2. 养成练书法和写日记的习惯。
要求：1. 词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：汉字Chinese characters
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