“What is the biggest challenge of graduate school?” an undergraduate asked the group of graduate students at an event I helped organize last summer. “Not letting the support from my community turn into pressure,” one member responded. That answer might have surprised some, who probably expected to hear about experiments that didn't work or trudging through academic materials. But I understood exactly what she meant.
Throughout my education, friends and family have expected me to take advantage of every opportunity I come across because I may not get the same chance again. They expect me to give outstanding performances everywhere I go because I represent them and our culture. Mentors(导师) expect that I will never give up. This has been a great source of motivation, but also of pressure.
I remembered a conversation with a mentor. At the end of my first year of graduate school, I struggled with a strong desire to leave the program with a master's degree. I was accustomed to hearing “Don't give up” and “You have to finish”-words that were meant to be motivational. Instead, they made me feel I would be a disappointment if I left. After I discussed the pros and cons of leaving with my mentor, she responded completely different from what I expected. “I support any decision you make,” she said. “I will always be proud of you and your achievements.” Hearing this simple, direct statement of support, I felt every muscle of my body loosen.
My mentor knew the right thing to say, but we can't expect the same from everyone. Sometimes, friends and family ask me, “How long until you get your degree?” As many graduate students will agree, this question is a stress starter. Now, when people in my community-always with the best intentions-say something that creates pressure and makes me feel bad, I tell them and we talk about it. I tell them that I prefer to hear, “Do you need someone to talk to? How can I help you through this rough time?” This was a bit awkward at first. But I've started to notice a change. These days, I get fewer stress-inducing(引起压力的) questions and comments.
1.Which can replace the underlined word “trudging” in paragraph 1?
A.Struggling. B.Seeing.
C.Breaking. D.Cutting.
2.What can be inferred from paragraph 3 about the author?
A.He was afraid to leave his program.
B.He appreciated what his mentor said.
C.He preferred to discuss pros and cons.
D.He had a strong desire to get a master's degree.
3.Which does the author prefer to hear when he needs support?
A.Never give up!
B.How about a chat?
C.Have you prepared for the result?
D.Go ahead! I will back you up!
4.What's the main idea of the text?
A.Value the source of inspiration from your community.
B.Communicate with your community more about study.
C.Find a way to block out support from your community.
D.Let support from your community become less stressful.
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题
“What is the biggest challenge of graduate school?” an undergraduate asked the group of graduate students at an event I helped organize last summer. “Not letting the support from my community turn into pressure,” one member responded. That answer might have surprised some, who probably expected to hear about experiments that didn't work or trudging through academic materials. But I understood exactly what she meant.
Throughout my education, friends and family have expected me to take advantage of every opportunity I come across because I may not get the same chance again. They expect me to give outstanding performances everywhere I go because I represent them and our culture. Mentors(导师) expect that I will never give up. This has been a great source of motivation, but also of pressure.
I remembered a conversation with a mentor. At the end of my first year of graduate school, I struggled with a strong desire to leave the program with a master's degree. I was accustomed to hearing “Don't give up” and “You have to finish”-words that were meant to be motivational. Instead, they made me feel I would be a disappointment if I left. After I discussed the pros and cons of leaving with my mentor, she responded completely different from what I expected. “I support any decision you make,” she said. “I will always be proud of you and your achievements.” Hearing this simple, direct statement of support, I felt every muscle of my body loosen.
My mentor knew the right thing to say, but we can't expect the same from everyone. Sometimes, friends and family ask me, “How long until you get your degree?” As many graduate students will agree, this question is a stress starter. Now, when people in my community-always with the best intentions-say something that creates pressure and makes me feel bad, I tell them and we talk about it. I tell them that I prefer to hear, “Do you need someone to talk to? How can I help you through this rough time?” This was a bit awkward at first. But I've started to notice a change. These days, I get fewer stress-inducing(引起压力的) questions and comments.
1.Which can replace the underlined word “trudging” in paragraph 1?
A.Struggling. B.Seeing.
C.Breaking. D.Cutting.
2.What can be inferred from paragraph 3 about the author?
A.He was afraid to leave his program.
B.He appreciated what his mentor said.
C.He preferred to discuss pros and cons.
D.He had a strong desire to get a master's degree.
3.Which does the author prefer to hear when he needs support?
A.Never give up!
B.How about a chat?
C.Have you prepared for the result?
D.Go ahead! I will back you up!
4.What's the main idea of the text?
A.Value the source of inspiration from your community.
B.Communicate with your community more about study.
C.Find a way to block out support from your community.
D.Let support from your community become less stressful.
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
One of the biggest challenges facing students and their families is what career they should enter and what is the best path for them to take.
I was talking to someone the other day who told me he first studied accounting because that was what everyone was studying several years ago. It was and some say still is a reliable career. However, then he told me that he was now studying financial investment because again--- that’s what everyone was studying now and it was needed if he wanted to get ahead in the company.
And I asked him what he was actually interested in and then— well the conversation kind of died. So I asked why he had bothered studying accounting in the first place and he explained that it was his parents’ idea. Finally I asked what his passion was and he wasn’t too sure because he never thought about it.
And so it is— lifelong learning— or the continual need to make ourselves marketable in a world that appears to be more competitive as time goes by. Is there a secret to help us so we can live a life of quality?
Regardless or not at this stage in world history with increasing connection between people,
ideas and markets — the ability to match the needs and desires of the day with your own skills and products is a tremendous and vigorous challenge.
Many have gone into English or foreign language study because it was encouraged at the time when China was entering the WTO. Or maybe they were interested in international affairs or working abroad. Upon graduation they then faced the reality that there was a limit to how many jobs they could apply for.
Perhaps some then studied further doing courses for work such as a tour guide or translator/ interpreter. Many may have decided that going into teaching was more rewarding or stable. Others would have gone into media or advertising or conference management and acquired new skills along the way.
This constant quest to remain ahead of the game makes many upset and exhausted. Some futurists who examine technology have even predicted that people should expect to change careers six or seven times during their lifetime!
So if you are concerned by the nature of change, why not start spending more time looking at the most modern leading economies, institutions and their publications. A whole lot of changes are starting to happen yet there is no reason why this cannot be enjoyable, exciting and also rewarding. Our attitude, approach and willingness to continually learn and update our skills must remain strong.
My tip is to track the work that our government is setting about to achieve. In particular, look at the people who have been chosen as the key support team and try to read behind the light surface news and look at their career development and examine the recent reports that they are now recommending the government move towards. Key industry development, new ways of dealing with information and new demands are creating opportunities for the students and workers of tomorrow — if we stay prepared.
1.Who is this article intended for?
A．Government administrators.
B．Students planning their careers.
C．Foreign language learners.
D．Professors designing courses.
2.The case of the student who first studied accounting and then financial investment shows ______.
A．many people decide their majors without knowing their own interest
B．parents’ decisions are always blind and will result in a life of low quality
C．accounting and financial investment are necessary to ensure a reliable career.
D．people never have a chance to think about their own interest in choosing career.
3.In the writer’s opinion, to make yourself competitive in the changing world today is _____.
A．exhausting B．disappointing C．unbelievable D．necessary
4.According to the writer, lifetime learning can be exciting if ______.
A．we are prepared for the changes
B．we know who President has on his support team
C．we read the publications of advanced institutions
D．we learn English or some other foreign languages
5.Whoever has been chosen as the key support team of the government _______.
A．shows the government’s interest in new information
B．enables you to find out how hard-working these people are
C．indicates the direction the economy is developing
D．reveals the government encourages creative young people
高三英语阅读理解困难题查看答案及解析
One of the biggest challenges1.(face) students today is how to concentrate on studies.Almost all of them are struggling for their concentration power.In an age2.mobile phones and Internet are eating up most of our time and energy,one can understand how different it is to focus attention and energy on studies.
One of the most important3.(factor) for developing concentration on a task,whether it is study or anything else,4.(be) to develop an interest in that task.We are able to focus5.(easy)and more long periods of time on tasks that we find more interesting.If you ever want to concentrate on anything and studies are no6.(expect),you need7.(ensure) that the environmental around you is distraction（注意力分散）free.So the question is not how to concentrate on studies8.how to avoid distractions that have swallowed up mankind today.The only way to guarantee9.distraction free environment is by getting rid of all the unnecessary things around you,including the electronic gadgets（小器具）10.mobile phones.
高三英语短文填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
Every school has notice boards．Let's see what is on the notice board of an American school.
| School Policy ·Fighting, saying bad words and all other behavior will not be allowed ·Do not throw rocks, snowballs or sticks on the school grounds ·Hand in a note or telephone to school if your child will be absent for the day ·Parents and visitors need to check in at the office when entering the school. | Report Card Report card about your school life and work will be given to your parents. Look at the marking key for your school work. MARKING KEY 【评分标准】 Goes beyond grade level standards 4 Meets grade level standards 3 Does not meet grade level standards 2 Making progress Does not meet grade level standards, 1 Not making progress |
| Class Announcement【通知】 Testing Dates: The math test in June 12-13 The science test is June 15 Parents Meeting: The next parents meeting is on Friday June 22 at 7:00 pm in the meeting hall. Homework: Please check the Homework Board at the school homepage to find your homework. | After-school program The after-school programs will continue for the year 2012. The programs will be open from 3:30 to 6:00 pm every day. ·3:30-4:30 Homework & Reading ·4:30-6:00 Acitivities If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 524-9752 |
1.According to School Policy, visitors have to when entering the school.
A．hand in a note
B．call at 524--9752
C．check in at the office
D．telephone to the school
2.From , parents can get information on the parents meeting.
A．School Policy B．Report Card
C．After--school Program D．Class Announcement
3.Report Card shows parents ．
A．certain school rules
B．after--school activities
C．plans for classes and tests
D．children's school life and work．
4.Suppose Tony doesn't do well at school but makes progress, he will get______ on the Report Card．
A．1 B．2 C．3 D．4
5.Students do their homework and read books ．
A．from 3:30 to 4:30 B．from 3:30 to 6:00
C．from 4:30 to 6:00 D．from 6:00 to 7:00
高三英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
Gavin: What are the basic rules for 1. (apply) to a US graduate school?
Agent: The process is complicated, so make up your mind soon. In most cases, the 2. (early), the better.
Gavin: What should be done first?
Agent: Reading information about international study 3. (consider) essential. You can discuss this with your family, teacher and friends. If possible, turn to those who have the experience of studying abroad, 4. should help you learn some rules, including some basic5. (require).
Gavin: Should this work be done before 6. after the GRE and TOFEL exams?
Agent: Before the exams.
Gavin: How long does 7. take a student to make preparations for the two exams?
Agent: At least six months, but that also depends 8. his or her level of English.
Gavin: OK. What's the next step?
Agent: Write to the chosen schools9. (ask) for admission and scholarship application forms.
Gavin: What are the necessary application materials?
Agent: They 10. (usual) include a personal statement, letters of recommendation, resume, study plan, scholarships and copies of your GRE and TOFEL scores.
Gavin: Got it. Thank you.
高三英语短文填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
It is rather challenging to make a choice on universities for school under educates, as they have to take into account the factors like majors, tuition, location and the climate,etc.
61. Annie is a top student of senior 3. She loves art and is gifted in art. She wants to learn art in a forging country which has pleasant weather.
62. Betty has just entered a university, but she wants to quit school and go abroad to learn fashion design because she is crazy about fashion and wants to become a great designer. She has to choose a college with low fee because her family is not rich.
63. Eva is an English major student in a university. She loves fashion and wants to learn fashion design in a fashion center that is filled with fashion elements.
64. Alex is college student majoring in computer science. He found animation design would be profitable industry, so he decided to learn animation design in a country where the climate is mild, not cold in winter and not hot in summer.
65. Philip is an English major college student. British art fascinates him very much so he decided to feel the rich art atmosphere and learn art in Britain.
A．University of Auckland
| Programmes | Theology, Science, Art, Business, Education, Music… |
| Fee | ￥60，000-80，000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 year |
| Admission criterion（标准） | 1 year preparation for students of senior 3 or graduates with an average mark of 80; regular college course for students who finish the first year in universities. |
| Location（位置）and climate | Auckland, the biggest city in New Zealand; comfortable climate; warm summers and mild and wet winters |
B. Istituto Maranon
| Programmes | Fashion Business, Fashion Buying, Brand of Management and Fashion Promotion, Interior Design, Product Design and Graphic Design… |
| Fee | ￥90,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission criterion | No language proficiency test required; able to speak English or Italian; at least 12 years schooling |
| Location and climate | Milan, a global fashion centre in Italy; summers are extremely hot and humid; winters are chilly |
C. Amusement Media College, Japan
| Programmes | Animation（卡通）, caricature, digital game design |
| Fee | ￥90,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 2 years |
| Admission criterion | 12 years schooling or above |
| Location and climate | Tokyo, Japan which is a country with the most advanced animation techniques, four distinct seasons; mild spring and fall, hot summer, and winter with a few snowfalls |
D. The University of Nottingham
| Programmes | Arts, Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences, Law, Education |
| Fee | ￥80,000-160,000a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission | Finish senior high school with good performance or undergraduates in college |
| Location and climate | Nottingham, located in Britain, wet springs, hot summers, warm autumns and icy winters |
E. University of Lyon
| Programmes | Art, Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Business, Spanish, Fashion design |
| Fee | ￥10,000-30,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission criterion | Finish senior high school and obtain a letter of admission of a university |
| Location and climate | Lyon in France; the climate is mild and sunny |
F. Ecole Superieure d Art et de Design
| Programmes | Art, Animation Design, Furniture Design, Decoration and Design |
| Fee | ￥100,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 2 years |
| Admission criterion | Between 18 and 25, single; more than 1 year learning experience in art college |
| Location and climate | Reims in France; temperature ranging from 5°C in December to 26°C in August |
高三英语其他题中等难度题查看答案及解析
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It is rather challenging to make a choice on universities for school under educates, as they have to take into account the factors like majors, tuition, location and the climate,etc. Read about the following universities and choose one for each of the five students below, with one extra option left.
1.Annie is a top student of senior 3. She loves art and is gifted in art. She wants to learn art in a forging country which has pleasant weather.
2.Betty has just entered a university, but she wants to quit school and go abroad to learn fashion design because she is crazy about fashion and wants to become a great designer. She has to choose a college with low fee because her family is not rich.
3.Eva is an English major student in a university. She loves fashion and wants to learn fashion design in a fashion center that is filled with fashion elements.
4.Alex is college student majoring in computer science. He found animation design would be profitable industry, so he decided to learn animation design in a country where the climate is mild, not cold in winter and not in summer.
5.Philip is an English major college student. British art fascinates him very much so he decided to feel the rich art atmosphere and learn art in Britain.
A．University of Auckland
| Programmes | Theology, Science, Art, Business, Education, Music… |
| Fee | ￥60，000-80，000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 year |
| Admission criterion（标准） | 1 year preparation for students of senior 3 or graduates with an average mark of 80; regular college course for students who finish the first year in universities. |
| Location（位置）and climate | Auckland, the biggest city in New Zealand; comfortable climate; warm summers and mild and wet winters |
B. Istituto Maranon
| Programmes | Fashion Business, Fashion Buying, Brand of Management and Fashion Promotion, Interior Design, Product Design and Graphic Design… |
| Fee | ￥90,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission criterion | No language proficiency test required; able to speak English or Italian; at least 12 years schooling |
| Location and climate | Milan, a global fashion centre in Italy; summers are extremely hot and humid; winters are chilly |
C. Amusement Media College, Japan
| Programmes | Animation（卡通）, caricature, digital game design |
| Fee | ￥90,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 2 years |
| Admission criterion | 12 years schooling or above |
| Location and climate | Tokyo, Japan which is a country with the most advanced animation techniques, four distinct seasons; mild spring and fall, hot summer, and winter with a few snowfalls |
D. The University of Nottingham
| Programmes | Arts, Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Social Sciences, Law, Education |
| Fee | ￥80,000-160,000a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission | Finish senior high school with good performance or undergraduates in college |
| Location and climate | Nottingham, located in Britain, wet springs, hot summers, warm autumns and icy winters |
E. University of Lyon
| Programmes | Art, Engineering, Medicine and Health Sciences, Science, Business, Spanish, Fashion design |
| Fee | ￥10,000-30,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 3 years |
| Admission criterion | Finish senior high school and obtain a letter of admission of a university |
| Location and climate | Lyon in France; the climate is mild and sunny |
F. Ecole Superieure d Art et de Design
| Programmes | Art, Animation Design, Furniture Design, Decoration and Design |
| Fee | ￥100,000-120,000 a year |
| Length of schooling | 2 years |
| Admission criterion | Between 18 and 25, single; more than 1 year learning experience in art college |
| Location and climate | Reims in France; temperature ranging from 5°C in December to 26°C in August |
高三英语其他题简单题查看答案及解析
Lucy has_____all of the goals she set for herself in high school and is ready for new challenges at university.
A.acquired B.finished C.concluded D.achieved
高三英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
In the USA the high school graduation ceremony is of great1.(important).12th-grade students,or seniors,who are about 17 or 18 years old,look forward to2.(attend) this event.
The graduation ceremony itself takes place at the end of May or beginning of June,3.usually includes music, awards,and a guest speaker.After the speeches,students walk to the front of the room to receive their diplomas from the headmaster.Students start preparing for graduation a long time before it4.(happen).They order rings designed 5.(especial) for their class.
6.tradition is to have their photographs taken.These photographs are used for the class year book,which is a 7.(print) book about all the students in the school.Students have special cards called announcements printed to send to friends and relatives to tell them about their graduation.The cards often include an8.(invite) to the ceremony.If you receive it,you should send a present9.money to the graduate.A few weeks before the ceremony, the students10.(measure) for the cap that they will wear at the ceremony.After the ceremony,families usually have graduation parties for friends and relatives.It's a day and a night that high school seniors remember for a long time.
高三英语短文填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
Lucy has ________ all of the goals she set for herself in high school and is ready for new challenges at university.
A. acquired B. finished C. concluded D. achieved
高三英语单项填空简单题查看答案及解析