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Families come in many shapes and sizes-they can be just two people, or hundreds of aunts, uncles and cousins. Every family is different, and what makes a family is different for everyone. Families don’t even have to be related(有亲属关系的)-some families are formed by choice. For this contest, draw us a picture of your family.

Contest rules:

1. Your picture must be your very own artwork. Ideas and words should not be copied.

2. Be sure to include your name, age and full address on your picture.

3. Only one picture each person, please.

4. If you want your picture returned, include a self-addressed, stamped envelope.

5.Your picture must be signed(签名)or e-mailed by a parent, saying it’s your own work and that no one helped you.

6.Mailed picture must be postmarked(盖邮戳) by April 30, 2014.

7.E-mail scanned(扫描的) picture to ask@askmagkids.com, or mail to: Ask Contest, 70 East Lake St., Suite 300, Chicago, IL60601. No faxes, please.

1.The theme of the contest is ______.

A. robots　　　　　　 B. family　　　　　　　　 C. friends　　　　　 D. art

2.We can learn from the first rule that_______.

A. you need to write your ideas on your picture.

B. you need to write something about yourself.

C. your picture must be your own idea

D. you can borrow ideas from others.

3._______ should be included on your picture.

① Age　　 　　 ②Name　　　　 ③School

④Address　　　 ⑤Telephone number

A.①②⑤　　　　　　　　 B.②④⑤　　　　　　　 C.①③④　　　　　 D.①②④

4.You can send your picture to Ask Contest________.

A. by the end of the year.

B. by the end of April

C. by the end of May

D. at any time

5.Which of the following is TRUE according to the material(材料)?

A. You can fax your picture to Ask Contest if you like.

B. You can send only one picture to Ask Contest.

C. Your parents can help you with your picture.

D. Your mailed picture will not be returned.

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Robots come in many shapes and sizes. But most have one thing in common. They are built to help people. Lately engineers have been developing new kinds of humanoid robots. These high-tech machines are designed to lend a hand everywhere from hotels to disaster areas.

"Robots help people by making their lives easier, safer, and more fun," says engineer Omar Abdelwahed.

Since November, a robot named pepper has been on the job at the Mandarin Oriental hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. When guests have questions or need directions, they can ask Pepper. They can also use the robot's touch screen to find the information they need. Pepper is able to talk with guests and entertain them with stories too. It can even tell what kind of mood they are in.

"Pepper provides our guests with information in an exciting and new way," says hotel manager Donald Bowman.

For a kid, being in the hospital can be boring and even scary. But a small robot called NAO is helping to make hospital stays easier. It was designed to keep people company.

A Tennessee doctor named Phil Parker bought a NAO robot three years ago. He programmed it to talk to and play with young patients. He brings it to hospitals to help sick kids. When kids get medical tests, NAO explains what is going on. The robots also reads to kids and plays games with them like rock, paper, scissors.

"The robot gets many kids to smile for the first time since they've been in the hospital," Parker says.

Other robots are being developed to help in places where it's hard or risky for people to go. For example, disaster areas can be full of rubble and other dangers. Engineers in Japan are building a robot called E2-DR to go into those areas and search for people who are hurt.

1.In Mandarin Oriental hotel, guests can____________.

A. only get information simply by touching the robot's screen

B. feel entertained with the stories about Pepper.

C. experience an exciting and new way to get the information

D. know whether the robot is in high spirits or not.

2.According to Phil Parker, the robot NAO in hospital____________.

A. is intended to help doctors treat patients

B. brings much comfort and happiness to many young patients

C. gives young patients some medical examination

D. is not actually as useful as expected

3.From the last paragraph, we leam that____________.

A. robots will play a vital role in every aspect in our life

B. E2-DR proves to be very useful in rescue practice

C. human rescue workers will no Ionger be needed

D. rescue work in dangerous areas will become easier

4.Which ofthe following can be the best title of this passage?

A. Robots: The Future World Master

B. Intelligent Robots

C. Robots: Human Helpers

D. Robots: Our Best Friend

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Compliments can be sent in all shapes and sizes. They can range from congratulating co-workers on their hard work to telling someone how good that shirt looks on him or her. 1. In other words, compliments, no matter how small or great they are, can make anyone feel good. Next time, if you want to give someone some compliments, keep these tips in mind.

• Perfect your compliments. People feel much more appreciated when you say exactly why you think that person deserves some praise. That’s to say, back your compliments up with examples of why you think that person did a good job. 2.

• Don’t put it off. Too many people wait until what they think is the perfect moment to send a compliment. 3. What you have in your head as a perfect moment may never happen. If you feel that a compliment is appropriate, the best time is now.

• 4. Don’t ever tell someone that something he or she has done is great and then point out what he or she was doing beforehand wasn’t so great. Compliments are meant to make people feel good, and that’s it. Don’t bring other things into them because comparing the present and the past can just make someone feel bad about themselves.

• Be selfless. 5. Not only is this very selfish, but it destroys all of the sincerity right out of the compliments. If you think someone’s hair looks nice, say so — but don’t do it just because you’re having a new hairstyle and want some validation (确认) for your own look.

A. Give a 100% compliment.

B. Don’t be one of those people!

C. It’s always a nice idea to give a compliment with a smile.

D. The best compliment leaves no room for any misunderstanding.

E. Your sincere compliments can make someone’s entire day better.

F. Never compliment someone because you want a compliment back.

G. Adding examples makes your compliments more sincere and effective.

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Gardening can be a very relaxing hobby for many people and this wonderful experience is not just for adults. Children are interested in gardening as well, if given the chance to explore nature and science in this way. Gardening can bring joy to both children and their parents alike, especially when the experience is shared together.

The time that is spent gardening together builds precious memories within their hearts and minds for years to come. When you are gardening with your children, try to give them their own special area. Keep their area in the center of the best soil and light, as you want to make sure of a successful gardening experience.

Plastic tools easily break and are difficult to use in the dirt, so when you are gardening with your children, give them real tools to use if possible. Even offering to let them use your tools is a way to admit the worth of the work they are doing. It is also important to talk with your children about the whole process of gardening, from planting to the harvest. They need to understand how things work and the importance of what they are doing.

Show off the children’s gardening work by taking friends and visitors for a walking tour through the garden and point out the children’s particular spot. When you give attention to the children’s work, this is a great motivation (动机) for children to continue wanting to be involved. Do not force children to take part when they are in a bad mood or if they are becoming bored. Instead, allow them to do something different, like building a scarecrow(稻草人)! This makes the gardening experience even more interesting. As you work together side by side with your children, you will encourage a love of the land in them, as well as create lasting memories of time spent with you.

1.What is the text mainly about?

A. Teaching children how to garden.

B. Giving children the chance to show off

C. Helping children realize the importance of work.

D. Sharing the joy of gardening with children.

2.Why should you introduce your children’s work to your friends?

A. It makes your friends believe your children are smart.

B. It helps you gain more confidence in your children.

C. It encourages children to continue doing such work.

D. It attracts your friends to take part in your gardening.

3.What kind of people is the text mainly written for?

A. Children.            B. Parents.            C. Farmers.            D. Teachers.

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Gardening can be a very relaxing hobby for many people and this wonderful experience is not just for adults. Children are interested in gardening as well, if given the chance to explore nature and science in this way. Gardening can bring joy to both children and their parents alike, especially when the experience is shared together.

The time that is spent gardening together builds precious memories within their hearts and minds for years to come. When you are gardening with your children, try to give them their own special area. Keep their area in the center of the best soil and light, as you want to make sure of a successful gardening experience.

Plastic tools easily break and are difficult to use in the dirt, so when you are gardening with your children, give them real tools to use if possible. Even offering to let them use your tools is a way to admit the worth of the work they are doing. It is also important to talk with your children about the whole process of gardening, from planting to the harvest. They need to understand how things work and the importance of what they are doing.

Show off the children’s gardening work by taking friends and visitors for a walking tour through the garden and point out the children’s particular spot. When you give attention to the children’s work, this is a great motivation（动机） for children to continue wanting to be involved. Do not force children to take part when they are in a bad mood or if they are becoming bored. Instead, allow them to do something different, like building a scarecrow(稻草人)! This makes the gardening experience even more interesting. As you work together side by side with your children, you will encourage a love of the land in them, as well as create lasting memories of time spent with you.

1.What is the text mainly about?

A. Teaching children how to garden.

B. Giving children the chance to show off

C. Helping children realize the importance of work.

D. Sharing the joy of gardening with children.

2.Why should you introduce your children’s work to your friends?

A. It makes your friends believe your children are smart.

B. It helps you gain more confidence in your children.

C. It encourages children to continue doing such work.

D. It attracts your friends to take part in your gardening.

3.What kind of people is the text mainly written for?

A. Children    B. Parents    C. Farmers    D. Teachers

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People come in all shapes and sizes，colors and races (种族). Some speak differently while others act differently.

My mother is in a wheelchair. I would like to say something about this special woman I call "Mommy".

My mom does what a mom needs to do every day. She picks me up from school，drives me to meetings，cooks dinner，and helps me with my homework. This is just part of what makes her great，though.

She is my best friend and can immediately notice when I am unhappy. She helps me solve problems that my friends do not understand. Mommy makes me laugh when times are tough. I look forward to coming home because I know there is someone there who cares about what I have done.

Mommy has always tried to be like a "normal" mom. But I think my mother is a wonderful woman and she doesn’t need to change. She teaches me life lessons that no teacher or friend can. She shows me how to accept everyone for what is inside，rather than what is on the outside.

You may have realized that all the qualities (品质) I admire have nothing to do with what she looks like. Everyone could be the way she is，but most are not.

I want everyone to look beyond the surface and see what is inside others. You may fail to notice someone who is very special like my mom because you cannot accept their outside features.

1. What’s the function of Paragraph 1？

2.Which of the following words can best describe the writer’s mother？

3. We can know from Paragraph 5 that ________

4.What can we learn from the passage？

5. The writer writes the passage to________

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Adopting (领养) a new pet should be an exciting and rewarding experience. But just as all families are different, so are all pets. Learn what to consider before you find your new furry family member.

All pets require their owner’s time, so Theisen, an expert in pet care, says how much time you can give to the pet is the top thing to consider. “If you adopt a 4-year-old cat, she’s not going to need the same amount of care as a 9-week-old dog”. says Theisen.

Like dating and finding the perfect partner, you want a pet that shares your interests and activity levels, particularly if you’re looking for dogs. “Consider activity levels in the family,” says Theisen. “If you’re a couch potato, or in other words, a homebody, look for a pet that matches that activity level.”

Some dogs, like Dalmatians and Terriers, can be loud and noisy and demand a more active lifestyle and room to be outside; they might not fit as well in close living situations as more sedentary pets. The Humane Society of the United States encourages potential owners to research books and websites and talk to other pet owners when considering adopting a new pet.

Theisen says that potential owners should go beyond the first impression of loveliness and watch how the animals interact with them. “There are dogs that will jump to the gate to meet you,” says Theisen. “And there are dogs that sit there with their sad doggy eyes — you know they’re not going to be high-energy dogs”.

Some exotic pets, like tortoises and parrots, are likely to live longer than dogs and cats — and even their human owners. They can also grow to be much larger than they were when they first came to live with their owners. Owners should make sure that their living situations should be continually updated and also prepare for the animal’s future.

1.What will people have to consider first of all when they plan to adopt a pet?

A. The amount of time they can give to the pet.

B. The money that the pet will cost them.

C. Whether the pet is lovely or not.

D. Whether the pet is active or not.

2.The underlined word “sedentary” in the fourth paragraph probably means ________.

A. weak. B. noisy.

C. loud. D. inactive.

3.Being a couch potato and not fond of exotic pets, which should Julia choose?

A. Dalmatians. B. Terriers.

C. Parrots. D. Bulldogs.

4.Where is the passage most probably coming from?

A. A guidebook. B. A fashion magazine.

C. A Life magazine. D. An entertainment newspaper.

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Goals can help you do，be and experience everything you want in life．Instead of just letting life happen to you，goals allow you to make your life happen．

Successful and happy people have an idea of how their life should be and they set lots of goals to help them succeed．By setting goals you are taking control of your life．It’ s like having a map to show you where you want to go．Think of it this way．There are two drivers．One has a destination in mind which is laid out for her on a map．She can drive straight there without any wasted time or wrong turns．The other driver has no goal or destination or map．She starts off at the same time from the same place as the first driver，but she drives without an aim around，never getting anywhere，just using up gas and oil．Which driver do you want to be？

Winners in life set goals and follow through on them．Winners decide what they want in life and then get there by making plans and setting goals．Unsuccessful people just let life happen by accident．Goals aren’t difficult to set―and they aren’t difficult to reach．It’s up to you to find out what your goals and ideals（理想）really are．

Research tells us that when we write a goal down，we are more likely to achieve．Written goals can be reviewed regularly，and have more power．Like a contract with yourself，they are harder to neglect（忽视）or forget．Also when you write your goals in a particular way，you are able to make yourself continuously alert（警觉）to situations that will further your goals．

1.The writer gave the example of two drivers to show__________．

A．how stupid the first driver was

B．the importance of having a map and right direction

C．how stupid the second driver was

D．the importance of setting goals

2.According to the passage，successful people are different from unsuccessful ones because

_________．

A．the successful people set goals for everything and can get help from others

B．the unsuccessful people always set unrealistic plans for themselves

C．the successful people set goals in their lives and make plans to carry it out

D．the unsuccessful people make plans for everything but can not work hard

3.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage？

A．Goals can make you gain everything you want in life.

B．Only successful people can be happy.

C．If you want to succeed，you need to set long-term goals instead of short-term Goals.

D．When we put our goal down on papers，we are more likely to succeed.

4.Which is the best title for the passage?

A．Goals help you succeed              B．How to succeed

C．Why we always fail                  D．A research on setting goals

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Sooner or later, many families will face the situation of moving. The experience can be very bad for kids, who may not be a part of the decision to move and may not understand it. You can take steps to make the whole process (过程) easier for everyone.

Many kids like to stay in familiar places. So as you consider a move, weigh the benefits (好处) of that change against the comfort that neighborhood, school, and social life give your kids. If your family has recently dealt with a big life change, such as death, you may want to put off a move to give your children time to accept the fact.

The decision to move may be out of your hands, perhaps because of a new job or money problems. Even if you’re not happy about the move, try to keep a positive (积极的) attitude to it. During the move, a parent’s attitude can greatly influence kids.

No matter what the results are, the most important way to prepare kids to move is to talk about it. Try to give your children as much information about the move as possible. You can ask kids to join in the planning such as house-hunting or the search for a new school. This can make the change feel less like it’s being forced (被迫) on them. If you’re moving across town, try to take your children to visit the new house and the new neighborhood.

A move can have many problems, but good things also come from this kind of change. Your family might grow closer and you may learn more about each other by going through it together.

1.According to the text, a move can be a bad experience for kids because ________.

A. they may feel they’re forced to do so B. they often feel lonely in a new school

C. they don’t like their busy parents        D. they are tired of the moving process

2.In which situation does the author advise to put off a move?

A. The child’s birthday is coming.    B. A family member has died.

C. The new neighborhood isn’t safe.       D. The parents have money problems.

3.Which is the most important when making the move easier for children?

A. Allowing them to choose a school by themselves.

B. Trying not to show them the bad parts of a move.

C. Offering them as much information as possible.

D. Promising to choose a new house with them.

4.The author wrote this text mainly to tell us ________.

A. what we should do before a move

B. how to prepare children for a move

C. how a move can change the family

D. why parents should talk to children often

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Sooner or later, many families will face the situation of moving. The experience can be very bad for kids, who may not be a part of the decision to move and may not understand it. You can take steps to make the entire process (过程) easier for everyone.

Many kids like to stay in familiar places. So as you consider a move, weigh the benefits (好处) of that change against the comfort that neighborhood, school, and social life give your kids. If your family has recently dealt with a big life change, such as death, you may want to put off a move to give your children time to accept the fact.

The decision to move may be out of your hands, perhaps because of a new job or money problems. Even if you’re not happy about the move, try to keep a positive (积极的)attitude to it. During the move, a parent’s attitude can greatly influence kids.

No matter what the results are, the most important way to prepare kids to move is to talk about it. Try to give your children as much information about the move as possible. You can ask kids to join in the planning such as house-hunting or the search for a new school. This can make the change feel less like it’s being forced on them. If you’re moving across town, try to take your children to visit the new house and the new neighborhood.

A move can have many problems, but good things also come from this kind of change. Your family might grow closer and you may learn more about each other by going through it together.

1.According to the text, a move can be a bad experience for kids because ______.

A. they may feel they’re forced to do so

B. they often feel lonely in a new school

C. they are ignored by their busy parents

D. they are tired of the moving process

2.Which is the most important when making the move easier for children?

A. Allowing them to choose a school by themselves.

B. Trying not to show them the bad parts of a move.

C. Offering them as much information as possible.

D. Promising to choose a new house with them.

3.The author wrote this text mainly to tell us ______.

A. what we should do before a move

B. how to prepare children for a move

C. how a move can change the family

D. why parents should talk to children often.

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