Many visitors find the pace at which American...

Many visitors find the pace at which American people move very troubling. One’s first ______ is likely to be that everyone is in a rush. City people always ______ to be hurrying to get where they are going and are very impatient if they are delayed even for a brief moment.

____, this may seem unfriendly to you. But drivers will ______ you; storekeepers will be in a hurry as they ______ you; people will push you ______ they walk along the street. You will ______ smiles, brief conversations with people as you shop or dine away from home. Do not ______ that because Americans are in such a hurry they are ______. Often, life is much slower outside the big cities, as is true in other countries______.

Americans who live in cities such as New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles, often think that everyone is ______ in a hurry to get things done; they ______ others to “push back”, just as city people do in Tokyo, Singapore or Paris, for example. ______ when they discover that you are a stranger, most Americans become quite kind and will take great ______ to help you. Many of them first came to the city as ______ and they remember how frightening a new city can be. If you need help or want to ask a question, _______ a friendly-looking person and say, “I am a stranger here. Can you help me?”

Most people will stop, smile at you, and help you find your ______ or answer your questions. But you must let them know that you need help. Otherwise they are ______ to pass you by, not noticing that you are new to the city and in ______ of help. Occasionally, you may find someone too busy or perhaps too rushed to give you aid. If this happens, don’t be ______; just ask someone else. Most Americans enjoy helping a stranger.

1.A. mistake　　 B. discovery　　 C. experience　　 D. impression

2.A. chance　　 B. appear　　 C. pause　　 D. come

3.A. At times　　 B. In the end　　 C. At first　　 D. Now and then

4.A. rush　　 B. load　　 C. remind　　 D. send

5.A. drive　　 B. persuade　　 C. employ　　 D. serve

6.A. because　　 B. as　　 C. although　　 D. before

7.A. wear　　 B. enjoy　　 C. miss　　 D. trust

8.A. think　　 B. shock　　 C. watch　　 D. attract

9.A. unhappy　　 B. unexpected　　 C. uncertain　　 D. unfriendly

10.A. as usual　　 B. as well　　 C. in need　　 D. in reply

11.A. equally　　 B. generally　　 C. endlessly　　 D. frequently

12.A. forbid　　 B. limit　　 C. expect　　 D. choose

13.A. Even if　　 B. So　　 C. And　　 D. But

14.A. temper　　 B. care　　 C. step　　 D. energy

15.A. rebellers　　 B. experts　　 C. strangers　　 D. patients

16.A. choose　　　　　 　　 B. reject　　 C. disturb　　 D. avoid

17.A. hotel　　 B. way　　 C. necessity　　 D. duty

18.A. likely　　 B. unable　　 C. nervous　　 D. terrible

19.A. face　　 B. charge　　 C. front　　 D. need

20.A. gentle　　 B. tired　　 C. discouraged　　 D. surprised

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At 18, many American young people go off on their own. They go away to college or find full-time jobs, and they often rent their own apartments. Some get married and start families. This independence(独立性) is learned from childhood.

From an early age, American children learn responsibility（责任感）. Children as young as 2 begin to put away their toys and dress themselves. At 3, many children do simple chores like setting the table.

Using money wisely is also taught early. As soon as a child understands the value of money, he or she receives a weekly allowance. This is used for things the child wants, like toys or treats. The child can spend or save it, usually with little guidance（指导） from parents. If the child wants money besides his or her allowance, it must be made by doing extra chores.

Children are taught early in life to think for themselves. They are allowed to make some decisions—and make mistakes. Failure（失败）often teaches more than success.

1.Many American young people begin to live on themselves __________.

A. at eighteen years old　　　　　 B. from childhood

C. after they get married　　　　 D. from an early age

2.An American child learns to __________ at the age of 2.

A. find a full-time job

B. rent an apartment

C. put on his or her own clothes

D. do lots of chores

3.The word “allowance”（in paragraph 3）means __________ in Chinese.

A. 零花钱　　 B. 奖品　　　　 C. 财产　　　 D. 礼物

4.A child can get some more money by __________.

A. understanding the value of money

B. helping the rich

C. reading many books

D. doing extra chores

5.The passage is mainly about __________.

A. the guidance from parents

B. the value of money

C. the independence of American children

D. failure and success of American children

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In this fast-paced life, it’s hard to find the time to cook. But cooking for other people can be fun and beneficial because it comes with some positive psychological benefits.

1.

Performing an act for another human being, like cooking for them, is a form of selflessness. And it can make people feel happy and connected to others.

Cooking is a form of nurturing (养育).

When it comes to cooking, you are feeding someone, which is necessary for survival. Cooking for others is nurturing. 2..

Cooking can create bonds.

If you’re cooking for someone, even if they’re not present during the act, it can absolutely bring a sense of closeness in that you re expressing your love and care for someone. 3.. And cooking for others helps us build and strengthen those connections.

4..

Not only does cooking for yourself help you eat more healthfully, but it also sends yourself a message that you are important. Cooking can also help raise your confidence.

Cooking is a practice of mindfulness.

Cooking can encourage us to really focus. 5.: walk away for a minute and you can burn the onions; check in with your phone and your water can overflow.

Cooking brings us together, and it continues to create communities - and with community comes feelings of connection and happiness. Now all you have to do is find the time to add cooking into your busy life.

A.Cooking is a form of self-care

B.It is helping to keep them alive

C.Cooking for others is a selfless act

D.Cooking can strengthen your knowledge

E.It can provide a means for social acceptance

F.If you lose your focus, things can easily go wrong

G.Making connections is one of human’s basic needs

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America is a fast-paced society, which may seem very troubling to foreign visitors. One’s first _______ is likely to be that everyone is in a rush. City people always seem to be _______ and are very impatient if they are delayed even for a brief moment.

_______, this may seem unfriendly to you. _______, drivers will rush you; storekeepers will be in a hurry as they _______ you; people will push you _______ walking along the street. You will _______ brief conversations with people when you shop or dine there as people seem to be on the go.

Do not _______ that because Americans are in such a hurry they are _______. To them, that is just part of their ________ of life. Americans who live in cities often think that everyone is ________ in a hurry to get things done so they naturally ________ others to behave similarly. ________, when they discover that you are a stranger, most Americans become quite kind and will take great ________ to help you. Many of them first came to the city ________ strangers and they remember how frightening a new city can be. If you need help, ________ a friendly-looking person and say, “I am a stranger here. Can you help me?”

Most people will stop, ________ you, and help you find your way. But you must let them know that you need help. Otherwise they are ________ to pass you by, not noticing that you are new the city and ________ help. If, occasionally, you find someone too rushed to give you help, don’t be ________; just ask someone else. Most Americans enjoy helping a stranger.

1.A. concept　　 B. discovery　　 C. experience　　 D. impression

2.A. walking　　 B. hurrying　　 C. jogging　　 D. dragging

3.A. Immediately　　 B. Eventually　　 C. At first　　 D. First of all

4.A. For example　　 B. In short　　 C. On the contrary　　 D. On the other hand

5.A. occupy　　 B. hire　　 C. employ　　 D. serve

6.A. because　　 B. while　　 C. although　　 D. before

7.A. wear　　 B. enjoy　　 C. miss　　 D. trust

8.A. think　　 B. annoy　　 C. convince　　 D. doubt

9.A. unhappy　　 B. unexpected　　 C. uncertain　　 D. unfriendly

10.A. means　　 B. way　　 C. method　　 D. approach

11.A. equally　　 B. gradually　　 C. apparently　　 D. properly

12.A. forbid　　 B. limit　　 C. expect　　 D. select

13.A. Otherwise　　 B. Therefore　　 C. Besides　　 D. However

14.A. temper　　 B. care　　 C. step　　 D. energy

15.A. with　　 B. at　　 C. as　　 D. to

16.A. choose　　 B. reject　　 C. dismiss　　 D. avoid

17.A. point at　　 B. smile at　　 C. laugh at　　 D. glance at

18.A. likely　　 B. unable　　 C. possible　　 D. probable

19.A. in terms of　　 B. in favor of　　 C. in spite of　　 D. in need of

20.A. tired　　 B. embarrassed　　 C. discouraged　　 D. surprised

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The American book Who Moved My Cheese has been a bestseller all over the world. It teaches people how to face changes in their lives. Now its author Spence Johnson has written a book just for teens. The book tells us that when facing change in our lives, like a new school or new friends, don't be afraid. Instead, use this change to make a better life. The book gives an example of a change at school. A school is changing from having two terms to three terms because there are too many students.

Several teens are talking about this. Most of them are unhappy and worried. But Chris is not. He laughs and tells a story about two mice, two “little people” and some cheese.

The four are in a maze looking for the cheese. Here, cheese means something important in life, like moving to a new class or getting into college. But they find the cheese is gone. The mice realize that they can’t change what has happened and have to find more cheese. This means finding different dreams. The little people, however, can’t do this. They are afraid of change so they find no cheese.

After Chris finishes the story, the friends understand one thing: to get more cheese, move in a new direction quickly. His friends understand how this can be used in the changes all teens face, such as doing well at school or having good relationships or just feeling good about yourself.

1.The book Who Moved My Cheese is __________.

A. written all over the world     B. read across the world

C. sold only in America         D. loved only by teens

2.What does the text mainly discuss?

A. Never change in our life.    B. Change whenever you like .

C. Change with the changes.   D. Pay attention to the changes,

3. The underline word “four”（paragraph 3） refers to __________.

A. mice and little people       B. students

C. cheese                   D. readers

4. In our lives, we should learn from __________.

A. mice   B. little people   C. Chris     D. Spence Johnson

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The American book Who Moved My Cheese has bee a bestseller all over the world. It teaches people how to face changes in their lives. Now its author Spence Johnson has written a book just for teens. The book tells us that when facing change in our lives, like a new school or new friends, don't be afraid. Instead, use this change to make a better life. The book gives an example of a change at school. A school is changing from having two terms to three terms because there are too many students.

Several teens are talking about this. Most of them are unhappy and worried. But Chris is not. He laughs and tells a story about two mice, two “little people” and some cheese.

The four are in amaze looking for the cheese. Here, cheese means something important in life, like moving to a new class or getting into college. But they find the cheese is gone. The mice realize that they can’t change what has happened and have to find more cheese. This means finding different dreams. The little people, however, can’t do this. They are afraid of change so they find no cheese

After Chris finishes the story, the friends understand one thing: to get more cheese, move in a new direction quickly. His friends understand how this can be used in the changes all teens face, such as doing well at school or having good relationships or just feeling good about yourself.

1.The book Who Moved My Cheese is __________.

A．read across the world                    B．written all over the world

C．sold only in America                     D．loved only by teens

2.What does the text mainly discuss?

A．Never change in our life.                  B．Change when you like to do.

C．Change with the changes.                 D．Pay attention to the changes,

3.The underlined word “four”（paragraph 3）refers to __________.

A．Mice and little people                    B．Students          C．Cheese    D．Readers

4.In our lives, we should learn from __________.

A．Mice             B．Little people       C．Chris             D．Spence Johnson

5.Which of the following statements is true?

A．The author is Britain.

B．There are three terms in every school.

C．Most teens don't understand Chris' story.

D．The book tells teens how to face changes in their lives.

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Every year, a great many visitors come to visit the temple_________ from the 12th century, which has brought a large income．

A. date　　 B. dated

C. to date　　 D. dating

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The word “invent” comes from a Latin word which means “to find.” Garrett Morgan, an African-American, was one such inventor. His first job was repairing machines in a factory. By accident, he had invented the hair straightener. He sold his products and then continued with his career as an inventor.

Every day, Garrett Morgan watched traffic become more dangerous. Cars, bicycles and walkers all competed to cross the street. Police officers made simple “stop / go” signals at busy crossroads, but cars, bicycles and walkers still rushed into the crossroads at different speeds and many crashed into each other. One day he saw a traffic accident between a car and a bicycle at a busy crossroads. he realized ,the problem with the traffic light, was its poor design: the traffic signal lacked a transition (过渡) between “stop” and “go.”

Morgan invented a new traffic signal that added a “caution (警告)” light that made traffic move more smoothly and safely. His traffic light stood on a T-shaped pole (杆) with arms that flashed a red light to stop traffic in all directions, allowing walkers to cross safely. After walkers crossed, traffic could only go in one direction.

Soon, cities everywhere wanted his traffic light. In 1923, a popular electric company paid Morgan $40,000 to make and sell his invention. Traffic lights today work in the same basic way.

The traffic light is Morgan’s most famous invention. In 1963, the United States government gave Garrett Morgan an award for his life-saving idea.

1.What can we learn about Garrett Morgan from Paragraph 1?

A.He worked in a factory all his life.

B.He led a hard life in his early years.

C.He made money from hair straighteners.

D.He dreamed of being an inventor when he was a child.

2.What made Morgan invent the traffic light?

A.A traffic accident. B.A car driver’s advice.

C.Worry about his safety. D.Hard work of police officers.

3.According to the text, Garrett Morgan’s traffic light _____.

A.made cars move more slowly.

B.needed no help from police officers.

C.was special because it had a “caution” light.

D.was very different from the ones we use today.

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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出的最佳选项.选项中有两项为多余选项.

1.The average American moves every five years.People drive straight into their garages,hire lawn services,hang out in their backyards instead of their front porches(前走廊).These days, neighbours don’t even know each other’s names.

Good neighbours and good friends are a lot like electricity or running water. 2.

The surprising thing is that all it takes to strengthen your relationship with friends and neighbours is respect for their feelings,concern for their property,and helping hand when it’s needed.3.

First,be a true friend to people around you. ________4.________That is to say,a true friend is one who stays true through it all---marriage,parenthood,new jobs,new homes,or even losses.That situations change doesn’t mean the person has to.

Besides,friendships fade away if there isn’t a balance between the give and the take.5.Be sensitive to how much your friend can and can’t offer you---time,energy,or help---and don’t step over the line.Remember:friendships that tire  each other will not last.If a friendship is out of balance in this way, you’ll need to consider the situation.

E.A true friend doesn’t flee when changes come about.

F.Take your time,please.

G.So make sure you aren’t being a burden to your friends.

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Findings from a new study were presented at a recent meeting of the American Psychosomatic (身心的) Society. Researchers in the United States studied 100,000 women during an eight-year period, beginning in 1994. All of the women were fifty or older. The study was part of the Women’s Health Initiative organized by the National Institutes of Health.

The women were asked questions measuring their beliefs or ideas about the future. The researchers attempted to identify each woman’s personality eight years after gathering the information.

The study found that hopeful individuals were 14% less likely than other woman to have died from any cause. The hopeful women were also 30 less likely to have died from heart disease after the eight years, Hilary Tinkle from the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania was the lead author of the report. She said the study confirmed earlier research that linked optimistic feelings to longer life.

The researchers also gathered information about people’s education, financial earnings, physical activity and use of alcohol or cigarettes. Independent of those things, the findings still showed that optimists had less of a chance of dying during the eight-year period.

Some women who answered the questions were found to be hostile (敌意的), or highly untrusting of others. These women were 16% more likely to die than the others. They also were 23% more likely to die of cancer.

The study also found women who were not optimistic were more likely to smoke and have high blood pressure or diabetes. They were also more likely mot to exercise.

Tindle says the study did not confirm whether optimism leads to healthier choices, or if it actually affects a person’s physical health. She also says the study does not prove that negative emotions or distrust lead to bad health effects and shorter life. Yet there does appear to be a link that calls for more research.

1.In which part of a newspaper can you read the above passage?

A. Nation. 　 B. Opinion.

C. Business.　 D. Science.

2.Researchers carry out the study to 　　　 .

A. decide who is more likely to enjoy a happier life.

B. gather information for the National Institutes of Health.

C. find out the link between personality and health.

D. compare each woman’s personality changes.

3.What can be inferred from the passage?

A. Negative emotions cause a shorter life indeed.

B. The more optimistic you are, the longer life you may enjoy.

C. It’s uncertain whether optimism affects one’s health.

D. There may be some link between personality.

4.Who is more likely to die of cancer according to the passage?

A. A woman who doesn’t exercise.

B. woman who always doubts what others say.

C. A woman with high blood pressure.

D. A woman with poor physical health.

5.What’s Hilary Tindle’s opinion of the study?

A. Necessary.　　 B. Useless.

C. Unfair. 　　 　 D. meaningless.

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