Did you have a very strict teacher at school? I did. I'll never forget 'Mr. Strict'. If you didn't get your geography right, you would wish to run to the end of the earth to be far away from him. That tall man with a very loud voice knew how to frighten you and put the fear of God into you. Nobody dared to be late for his class. No one dared to chat in his class no matter how boring the subject was. And not even the naughtiest pupil would dream of cheating in his tests.
I thought about my old teacher when I read about a new government program in England to train former soldiers with no degrees to become a teacher. They can act either as secondary school subject teachers or as primary teachers. From next January those selected for the program will earn a salary and train on-the-job four days a week and one day at university. In two years they will be considered 'newly qualified teachers'.
Education Minister David Laws said: "We know that our highly-skilled soldiers can inspire young people." He believes that values in the army such as leadership, discipline(纪律), energy and teamwork would benefit children.
But not everybody is happy with the government plans. Brian Lightman, from an organisation called the Association of School and College Leaders, thinks the training offered to the former soldiers who want to be teachers is not enough.
Christine Blower, of the National Union of Teachers, believes that teachers need to understand how children develop. According to her, teachers need a high level of education themselves and thorough teacher training before they can educate the young.
I'm not sure how much 'Mr. Strict' knew about child development. What I know is how happy he was when we did well. I'll never forget the broad smile on his face when I got a very high mark. My teacher was a soldier, but to me his smile was a medal for bravery in our war against ignorance(无知)!
1.Which of the following is true according to the first paragraph?
A. Students would still fall asleep in the class of “Mr. Strict”.
B. Only the naughty students would talk with each other in the class of “Mr. Strict”.
C. “Mr. Strict” often played tricks on his students in a very loud voice.
D. If Mr. Strict’s class was boring, his students would still listen to him carefully.
2.What does the new government program in England want to do?
A. To train more excellent soldiers.
B. To change former soldiers into teachers.
C. To train teachers to teach better
D. To increase the employment rate
3.Who supports the new government program in England?
A. Mr. Strict B.David Laws
C. The author himself D. Brian Lightman
4.According to Christine Blower, ____.
A. the English government should stop the program.
B. teachers should often receive regular training
C. teachers should know about child development
D. only those who receive high education can be teachers
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The Summer Camp 2015 program mixes Chinese language teaching with a choice of culture and activities, to create a fun-packed holiday and your children will enjoy it. Your child will learn how to be a good student and child from the funny stories, having fun in a taste of local cultural activities, life skills training and take part in many of the Chinese rich cultural and educational opportunities.
Features:
Relaxed learning environment
Safety first and safety always
Learning in the local Chines-language environment, mixed by team building exercise, cultural workshops, art projects.
Local kids and Western kids
Bilingual(双语的) teaching system
Simple Weekly Plan
| Time | From Monday to Friday |
| 09:30-10:00 | Prepare for class |
| 10:00-10:50 | Chinese traditional culture: Chinese language |
| 10:50-11:00 | Break |
| 11:00-12:00 | Story Telling: Chinese and Creative Handcraft(手工) |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch time |
| 13:00-15:00 | Shaolin Kungfu and kickboxing |
Tips：
1. Please prepare snacks and bottle water for your child
2. Lunch will be offered by Emerald Restaurant
3. Pick up time: no later than 15:15
4. Please contact us if your child couldn’t come to our class. And registration(报名) fee is not returned for absence
Registration:
1. Please email to book the seat
2. Please fill in the registration form completely and we will e-mail or fax the confirmation e-mail and keep a place for applicants.(申请者)
3. Limited seats available
Contact us:
Phone: +86 2162175108
1.Children will learn the following things in the camp except Chinese _____.
A. history B. culture C. handcraft D. Kungfu
2.Which of the following is True?
A. Chinese is the only language used in the camp.
B. The learning environment of the camp is quite strict.
C. The camp will last for four days.
D. Local children will study together with foreign children in the camp.
3. If your child take part in the camp, you _____.
A. should prepare lunch for your child.
B. had better pick up your child after 15:15
C. have to book the seat ahead of time
D. don’t need to fill in the registration form
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One morning more than thirty years ago, I entered the Track Kitchen, a restaurant where everyone from the humblest(卑微的) to the most powerful came for breakfast. I noticed an empty chair next to an elderly, unshaven man, who looked somewhat disheveled. He was wearing a worn-out hat and was alone. I asked if I might join him. He agreed quietly and I sat down to have my breakfast.
We cautiously began a conversation and spoke about a wide range of things. We never introduced ourselves. I was concerned that he might have no money and not be able to afford something to eat. So as I rose to go back to the counter and buy a second cup of coffee, I asked,
“My I get you something?”
“A coffee would be nice.”
Then I bought him a cup of coffee. We talked more, and he accepted another cup of coffee. Finally, I rose to leave, wished him well, and headed for the exit. At the door I met one of my friends. He asked,
“How did you get to know Mr. Galbreath?”
“Who?”
“The man you were sitting with. He is chairman of the Board of Churchill Downs.”
I could hardly believe it. I was buying, offering a free breakfast, and feeling pity for one of the world’s richest and most powerful men!
My few minutes with Mr. Galbreath changed my life. Now I try to treat everyone with respect, no matter who I think they are, and no matter another human being with kindness and sincerity.
1. What does the underlined word “disheveled” mean?
A. Unfriendly B. Untidy C. Gentle D. Kind
2. How did the author probably feel after he talked with his friend?
A. Proud B. Pitiful
C. Surprised D. Regretful
3.Which of the following statements is right?
A. Mr. Galbreath was eating his breakfast when the writer came in the restaurant.
B. Though he was rich, Mr. Galbreath had no money to buy himself a breakfast that day.
C. Though they talked a lot with each other, Mr. Galbreath and the writer didn’t know each other very well.
D. From that day, Mr. Galbreath and the writer have become very good friends and Mr. Galbreath has helped the writer a lot.
4.What is the message mainly expressed in the story?
A. We should learn to be generous.
B. It is honorable to help those in need.
C. People in high positions are not like what we expect.
D. We should avoid judging people by their appearances.
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This could be the perfect gift for the partner, who embarrasses you on the dance floor. Smart socks, which can teach to dance, may be the answer for anyone with two left feet.
The socks have been developed as a running tool to help runners improve their skills. Thanks to the socks, users can accurately (精确地)record not only know far and fast they run but also how well. It means the user maximizes(最大化)their performance, and reduces damage to body and prevents hurt. The hi-tech socks are made of special fibers(纤维) that watch the movements of your feet. They look, feel and can be washed like normal clothes.
Sensors (传感器) record each movement and send it by an ankle transmitter (脚踝发射器) to a smart phone. Then a “virtual coach” application shows the information and can tell the user what they are doing wrong, and help to improve skill in any task with feet.
The socks should be useful to athletes and weekend joggers. “People think running is so easy and of course everybody can do it but not necessarily safely and well,” Dr Davide Vigano said. A recent study showed that between 60 and 80 percent of runners got hurt per year. This is pretty much more than any other human activity. Researchers say the technology can also be developed to teach people how to dance, play sports such golf, or even to help to teach women to walk better in high heels.
Mr. Vigano said, “People could all benefit from the idea. We have had interest from all sorts of sports, like skiing, football, cycling and golf. Anything where you have to use your feet can use it. It could even be put in high heels to help women walk in them safely.”
Socks are just the start, and the technology could be used in gloves, hats and boots. The socks, anklet and software package, are expected to be sold for around £120, which will go on sale in March.
1.What does the underlined part “anyone with two left feet” refer to ?
A. People who are disabled
B. People who are interested in dancing
C. People who are not good at dancing
D. People who invented the socks
2.What’s special about fibers that the socks are made of ?
A. They feel much softer than normal clothes.
B. They can monitor the movement of feet.
C. They are expensive to produce.
D. They act as a smart phone for users.
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned about the socks?
A. They can improve the skill of running
B. They can help women walk better in high heels.
C. They can teach people to dance well.
D. They can be worn for days without washing
4.According to Dr Vigano, _____
A. everyone can make good use of the smart socks
B. users can run as fast as they like with the socks
C. 60 to 80 percent of runners would like to buy the smart socks
D. no runners will get hurt, thanks to the socks
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根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。（注：若选择E, F, G, 则分别涂卡AB, BC, CD）
Learning English online is an effective way to improve your English. But with any type of learning you need to be prepared. This passage will give you advice on how to get the most out of your online lessons.
1.
This is an obvious point but also the most important one. A computer, a good Internet connection and a headset are what you will need to take classes online. A web camera is also pretty important. Make sure that your computer is turned on, that everything is plugged in correctly and that you have tested the connection. Doing this before the class means that you will be ready when the lesson starts
Take the classes somewhere quiet.
2. Trying to listen and participate(参与) in English classes is very difficult when there is noise around you. So find a quiet room and make sure that no one disturbs you while you are taking your lesson.
3.
When grammar or anything else is being taught, make sure that you understand it. You won’t need to practice it at this time; just make sure that everything is clear. If you don’t understand what is being taught, ask your teacher to explain it again. Your teacher will be very happy to deal with whatever puzzles you.
Practice speaking English.
Every class is an opportunity to practice your English speaking with a native and qualified teacher. Try to allow the conversation to flow by listening and talking in a natural way. 4. The teacher should note the mistakes and correct them at a later time.
Relax.
Come to class feeling relaxed and excited. 5. Come into the class excited about learning English. You will be able to get more out of the class this way.
A．Review after the lesson
B．Make sure everything is ready.
C．Understand what is being taught.
D．Get away from everything that may be going on in your home
E. Language learning should be enjoyable especially in online classes.
F. You will meet many problems when you are learning English online.
G. This is your chance to speak English without worrying about too many mistakes.
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完形填空（共20小题；每题1. 5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A, B, C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
That morning, before I realized it, my six-year-old son Jonathan broke a limb of my azalea（杜鹃花）bush and asked,“Can I take this to school today?”With a wave of my hand, I him off. I turned my so he wouldn’t see the tears gathering in my eyes. I that azalea bush. I touched the broken limb to say silently,“I’m sorry.” I was in low spirits most of the day. at 2:30 in the afternoon I hurriedly drove to the school to Jonathan.
“I want to talk to you about Jonathan,”the teacher said after she let me into the classroom. now? I thought as I glanced at my son busily coloring a picture. I prepared myself for the . Nothing would have surprised me.
“Did you know Jonathan brought to school today?”she asked. I nodded, thinking about my bush and trying to hide the in my eyes.“Let me tell you about yesterday.”the teacher continued,“See that little girl?”I watched the bright-eyed child and point to a colorful picture on the wall. I .
“Well, yesterday she was almost hysterical（歇斯底里）. Her mother and father are going through a divorce（离婚）. She told me she didn’t want to . I watched that little girl bury(埋) her face in her hands and say loud enough for the class to hear,‘Nobody loves me. ’ I did all I could to her, but it only seemed to make matters worse. Today your son walked straight to that child. I watched him her some pretty pink flowers and whisper,‘I love you.’”
I felt my heart filled with for what my son had done. I at the teacher. “Thank you,”I said, reaching for Jonathan’s hand,“you’ve made my ______.”
1.A．pushed B．turned C．sent D．called
2.A．back B．arm C．eyes D．hand
3.A．planted B．fixed C．kept D．loved
4.A．in order B．just like C．about D．as if
5.A．Then B．Yet C．Thus D．Instead
6.A．care for B．take in C．pick up D．look after
7.A．How B．Why C．When D．What
8.A．first B．worst C．best D．last
9.A．luck B．change C．happiness D．flowers
10.A．expensiveB．favorite C．pretty D．cheap
11.A．hurt B．surprise C．disappointment D．joy
12.A．study B．recover C．laugh D．cry
13.A．nodded B．refused C．agreed D．wondered
14.A．stay B．paint C．live D．learn
15.A．encourageB．comfort C．praise D．help
16.A．over B．away C．off D．across
17.A．offer B．hand C．present D．provide
18.A．pleasure B．pride C．regret D．thanks
19.A．glanced B．looked C．turned D．smiled
20.A. day B. time C. life D. future
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Making new friends means 1. (ask) others not only to accept you, but to like you and want to be around you as well. 2. (fortunate)， there is an easy way to do it, and just take the following advice.
3. _ first step to making new friends is understanding your disadvantages. A lot of times people_4. _ are interested in making new friends don’t know why they don’t have friends . They can’t see that 5. _ own actions are working against them.
Once you can know what is stopping you 6. making new friends, you need to work through these problems. This can be painful 7. it will make you uncomfortable.
The next step is to shine on these social occasions (场合) so that others will leave with a positive 8. (impress). If you find social situations hard, just rely on a few simple rules.
When you feel 9. (confidence) that you’ve made some great new friends, get out there and celebrate with them! No matter 10. you decide to do, the important thing is to celebrate your new friends and hopefully continue developing more.
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短文改错(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
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。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(Λ)，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：在错的词下划一横线，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。
Yesterday I showed my friend Peter around Beijing city. We start off early on the morning. First we went to the Forbidden City, where is one of the most popular tourist place in Beijing．Then we visited the History Museum．We observed a lot valuable things in it but we learned a lot about Chinese history．After a quick lunch, we went to Beihai Park．Upon our arrival, we were all struck by its beautiful scenery．We had a great fun in the park．We didn’t go back until late in the afternoon. Peter was very pleased with my arrangement that he invited me to a good western restaurant to have a big meal．
We did have a wonderfully time. What an unforgettable experience it was!
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假如你是李明, 刚与美国中学生 Fred 结为笔友。请你根据下列提示给他写一封电子邮件介绍你的情况。
1.个人情况（年龄、家庭、年级等） 2. 性格、爱好
3. 表达愿望。
注意：1、词数：100字左右；开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
2、 可以适当增加细节，使行文连贯。
Dear Fred,
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________
Yours sincerely,
Li Ming
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