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Parents' Day Origin
Parents’ day is an American event to honor the parents and families.1.It was only in the year 1994 that this event got officially accepted in the USA.
2.But it can be certainly said that this event is born from the eternal（永恒的）desire of mankind to honor and appreciate parents—who are responsible for the upbringing（养育）of the new generation.
Their huge efforts and patience have opened up a new view for the humankind.As said earlier,Parents’ Day got its acceptance in the year 1994.President Mr.Bill Clinton signed a Congressional Resolution into law.It was decided that the fourth Sunday of every July would be celebrated as Parents’ Day.3.It is similar to the Mother's Day and Father's Day.
4.But within few years after its acceptance,the event has spread its wings to the whole world.The event is now widely accepted and the joy of celebration is even more compared to a decade ago.Some of us may say that,it is a duty for the parents to bring up their children in the best possible way.5.They do it all because of the bondage（捆绑）of love and affection by which they are bonded to their children.
A.Of course it is,but not for a duty.
B.Parents should bring their children up.
C.The tradition of celebrating Parents’ Day is relatively new.
D.Surprisingly this event was not even there over two decades ago.
E.The Mother’s Day and Father's Day are similar to Parents’ Day in the USA.
F.It is very hard to say when the idea of Parents’ Day actually came into picture.
G.Parents’ Day is celebrated throughout the USA.
高二英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
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Endangered Species Day is a bittersweet event. While it's heartbreaking to think back on all the species we have already lost during our last few generations, and all we stand to lose in the next few.1..
Make a donation to a conservation organization. Every penny helps these local, national and interactional groups to do on-the-ground work in protecting habitats and species.2..
Visit your local natural history museum virtually. You'll learn a lot about your local wildlife including species that may be threatened with decline. Endangered species aren't just rhinos in Africa or leopards in Asia- they're also the insects, birds, mammals and even plants right in our own backyards, and many times there is the opportunity to protect them.
Join a wildlife conservation organization. There are many organizations to choose from including the National Wildlife Federation, National Audubon Society, Wildlife Conservation Network and more.3.. Your membership shows your ongoing support and also provides a way to stay in the loop about what's happening and how you can help.
4.. Today is the perfect day to send a few tweets, add a few Facebook updates, photos about endangered species conservation. You can be a source of information and awareness today and perhaps inspire even more people to get involved!
Stay informed! Make it a daily practice to check in on news about endangered species on a local, national or global level. You'll be able to see when and how you can help.
Many species are endangered now, but we can change that; we can end poaching, habitat destruction, pollution and so many other factors causing declines around the world,5..
A.Even if it's just $5, it helps
B.It is time to get involved and make a difference
C.So let's celebrate it with as many people as possible
D.It's also a chance to look at some ways we can get started
E.Volunteer to work in some wildlife conservation organizations
F.Take to social media with information about endangered species
G.You can join a larger organization or even one that focuses on specific species or habitats
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Experts recommended parents _____their children to play computer games for more than an hour a day.
A.not allow B.do not allow C.mustn’t allow D.couldn’t allow
高二英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
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It’s often said that your parents’ job is to make sure that one day you no longer need them. And that’s certainly the case by the time you have kids of your own. However, this is precisely the time when your parents start to need you. How do you talk to your aging parents about their health? 1., but these tips make it easier.
Before a conversation, you had better establish yourself as a friend, not an enemy. Always start with an “I” statement, not a “you should” statement. 2..
Scientists recommend beginning a conversation about something you’re doing—taking up yoga to stay slim, for instance. 3.. And you can even have her commit to doing it with you. When you’re a friend day-to-day, your parents will trust you and be able to depend on you during a health crisis.
4.. Start by equipping them with a smartphone that’s designed for seniors. Staying in close phone contact will keep you informed of any arising health issues. It will help you pick up on faults in their memory, too.
Your parents are your parents until they’re gone. Do not treat them like children. Even if you find that there’s an emergency going on, you can make suggestions, but they have the right to make decisions, especially if there’s no cognitive (认知的) disorder. 5., helping your parents in their later years is the least you can do. With the proper measures and technology, it can get easier and feel even more rewarding.
A. Just as they have been there for you
B. It may not be a simple conversation to have
C. It can mean changes in your parents’ schedule
D. Scientists also suggests phoning your parents regularly
E. That can lead to asking your mom what she’s doing to keep fit
F. Talk about affairs about yourself first, then extend them to your parents
G. Scientists recommend opening the door to dialogue instead of calling them
高二英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
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Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in October as a day to make someone happy. It is an occasion which offers all of us an opportunity to remember not only the sick，the aged，and children who have lost their parents，but also friends，workmates，relatives and neighbors whose helpfulness and kindness we have enjoyed.
Over 60 years ago，when a Cleveland man noticed that some people，such as children who lost their parents and patients who lay in bed，too often felt forgotten and neglected，he developed in his mind the idea of showing them that they were remembered. He did this by giving them small gifts. With the help of his friends and neighbors，he gave those people small gifts on a Saturday in October. During the years that followed，other Clevelanders began to take part in the celebration，which came to be called "Sweetest Day". Over time，the Sweetest Day's idea of spreading cheer to the poor，the sick and children who had lost their parents was broadened（扩大）to include everyone，and became an occasion for remembering others with a kind act or a small gift. Soon the idea spread to other cities all over the USA.
Sweetest Day is not based on any single group's religious beliefs or on a family relationship. It is a reminder（提醒人记忆之物）that a thoughtful word or deed enriches life and gives it meaning. Because of many people remembering to take the form of gift giving，Sweetest Day offers us the opportunity to show others that we care，in a positive way.
1.What can we learn from the first paragraph？
A. Sweetest Day is a day to bring happiness to others.
B. Sweetest Day is just an occasion for caring about disabled people.
C. Sweetest Day is an occasion for lovers to express love.
D. Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in October.
2.Which of the following has little relationship to Sweetest Day?
A. Visiting sick people in the hospital.
B. Visiting children who have lost their parents.
C. Giving friends small gifts.
D. Giving flowers to sweethearts.
3.The underlined word "neglected" in the second paragraph means" __________".
A. remembered B. hated
C. paid little or no attention to D. disappointed
4.What do most people usually do to show their care to others according to the passage？
A. Give them some money.
B. Give them gifts.
C. Send them their regards.
D. Offer help directly.
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Each year on February 2nd, there is special festival called Groundhog Day (土拨鼠日) forecasting event in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. When it comes, people from around the world, including 5,000 in the small town today, watch this tongue-twisting(发音饶舌的) small town for a sign from one groundhog that supposedly predicts when that years' spring will arrive.
If it's a cloudy day outside when the groundhog pops from its cave, then spring will arrive early that year. However, if it is sunny outside, the groundhog will supposedly be scared by its own shadow, hiding underground for six more weeks of cold weather.
Of course, Punxsutawney Phil's prediction is no more able to guarantee the extended forecast than your local weatherman. ABC News reports that an analysis by the National Climate Data Center found that Phil's predictions are more often wrong than right.
Philis is also found to have made some unpleasant predictions. Ever since 1887, he has predicted 99 extended winters and just 16 early springs .Nine of the years' predictions were unavailable, according to ABC.
The holiday began as a German tradition in 18th century and became even more of a cultural phenomenon after the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray.
Punxsutawney Phil has become a celebrity in his own right. Each year, the fatter animal with long teeth is watched by millions as he emerges from a cave in the town he is named after. Phil has become so beloved by the town that he actually lives in the local library with his “wife" Phyllis.
Taking inspiration from the hard state of Bill Murray’s character in the classic film, Yahoo contributor Owen Rust says Groundhog Day is a good time to reflect on one’s routines.
1.The underlined word “pops” means “ ”.
A.escapes B.appears C.increases D.hides
2.The reason why Phil's predictions aren't pleasing is that_____________.
A.some of the predictions were unavailable B.Phil wants to do that for fun
C.Phil likes to make unpleasant predictions D.he has predicted more late springs
3.How does Punxsutawney Phil become a celebrity?
A.By an accident. B.From people's life improving.
C.By his own attractive force D.From much money raised by the town.
4.Which does this passage mainly talk about?
A.The National Climate Data Center B.A German tradition
C.A tongue-twisting small town D.Groundhog Day weather forecasting
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Do you regularly get together to talk with your family about problems or the day’s events? _____1_____ Want to improve your family's communication skills? Try these simple steps to improve your family’s communication skills.
1. Create opportunities for talking.
Make time for talking by reducing the number of activities your family is involved in each week. And if you do find yourself in the car running from place to place, make a point to turn off the radio, the cell phones and the personal game players, and use that opportunity to catch up on the day’s activities.
2. Insist on family meals.
In addition to bringing everyone together for a wrap-up of the day’s activities, insisting on a few standing family meals creates ritual and routine that kids come to expect and look forward to. _____2_____
3. _____3_____
Spending time with each of your children lets them know that are not getting lost in the hubbub of a busy day or large family. Older teens might enjoy going out for a hamburger or a latte at their favorite coffee place. Younger children often enjoy going to the supermarket, especially when you let them select their favorite cereal or special dessert.
4. Remember the 80/20 rule.
When trying to improve any relationship, listening is far more important than talking. _____4_____ If you do verbally explode before your child is finished, apologize quickly and assure him or her that you’re now ready to listen.
5. Create family traditions.
_____5_____ Family members come to expect and appreciate these traditions, seeing them as opportunities to come together as a unit. If your family is short on traditions, there’s no reason you can’t start some now.
A. We should have an active attitude to our family life.
B. Lunches with aging parents keep those relationships healthy, as well.
C. Setting up a family movie night, attending religious services or visiting the same spot every year for summer vacation are all the examples.
D. When it comes to family communication, listen four times longer than you speak.
E. Go on individual dates with your children.
F. Use the family dinner table as an opportunity to share what’s going on in family members’ lives.
G. Conversation is the key to any strong relationship, especially for family communication.
高二英语其他题中等难度题查看答案及解析
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August 8 was declared as National Fitness Day, when various events ________ to encourage people to take more physical exercise.
A．held B．were held
C．had held D．have been held
高二英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析
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A good way to pass an exam is to work hard every day in a year. You may fail in an exam if you are lazy for most of the year and then work hard only a few days before the exam. If you want to be good at English, you have to read stories in English and speak English as much as possible. A few days before the exam you should go to bed early. Do not stay up late（熬夜)for the exam. Before you start the exam, read carefully over the question paper, try to understand the exact meaning of each question. When you have finished your exam at last, read over your answers. Correct the mistakes if there are any and be sure that you have not missed anything out.
1.If students want to do well in an exam, they have to work hard________.
A. for most of the month
B. every day of the year
C. for only a few days
D. late at night
2.If students want to learn English well, they________.
A. only need to learn grammar
B. must often practise (练习)English
C. have to go to England
D. should go to bed early
3.It’s important to ________a few days before the exam.
A. play too much
B. have a good sleep
C. read the questions papers
D. have a good drink
4.When students have finished the exam, they should________.
A. stand up and leave the classroom at once
B. check your answers with the other students in class
C. make sure they haven’t missed anything out
D. ask the teacher for the right answers in class
5.The best title for this passage is ________.
A. An Important Exam
B. How to Pass An Exam
C. The Importance of English
D. Get Ready for An Exam
高二英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析
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Driving cars, trucks and motorcycles is an important part of our lives. We do it every day to get to work, to school or to friends' houses.
Traffic accidents declare millions of lives every year worldwide. In Taiwan alone, over seven people are killed in accidents every day. The annual death rate from traffic accidents in Taiwan is twice that of Japan.
To allow traffic to move smoothly and safely, everybody must follow the rules. Before you drive, learn all the traffic laws. That way of driving is safe, convenient and even fun!
1.The underlined sentence “Traffic accidents declare millions of lives worldwide” in the passage means “_______”.
A. Traffic accidents make some people become millionaires
B. Many people die from traffic accidents
C. Millions of people say they themselves have had traffic accidents
D. Millions of people remain healthy after traffic accidents
2.According to the passage, driving can be safe if _______.
A. you are patient B. you obey all the traffic rules
C. you don't cut another car off D. you wait in line at a red light
3.Which of the following may be the best title for this passage? _______.
A. Traffic Safety B. A Careful driver
C. How To Drive A Car D. A Traffic Accident
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