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He’s saving for college 25 cents at a time.
For senior David Krichbaum of Firestone High School in Ohio, US, that means handfuls of peanut M&Ms, lots of sales pitches (推销辞令) and plenty of rejections.
This 17-year-old student bought his first gumball machine (口香糖贩卖机) about 18 months ago “just for something to do”.
He cleaned up the machine with fresh paint and placed it inside a popular Chinese restaurant in Ohio.
Since then, David has set up six more vending machines (自动售货机) in spots around Ohio.
But it wasn’t until he added a full-color “My College Fund” sign above the candy-filled globe late last year that his business skyrocketed.
“My sales doubled when I added that sign,” he said.
His goal is to expand his market to 30 gumball machine locations and generate $800 a month in profits.
He has already been accepted into the University of Akron’s business college, where the cost of tuition and books will be about $10,500 (69,000 yuan) per year.
The budding (崭露头角的) businessman doesn’t want to take out a student loan. “I just want to have some responsibility and at the same time get some experience in sales and business,” he said.
Theresa Krichbaum said her son has always had a creative mind. Aside from the vending business, he also runs his own hot dog stand at special events.
When he was recently denied a chance to sell his hot dogs at a local wrestling meet, he bought and opened his own candy stand. David hopes it will carry him through college and eventually to his own restaurant or other small business.
As with any business model, things in the candy market are not always sweet. David estimates that prospective business clients have rejected him and his vending machines about 200 times.
“It’s no big deal; it’s just part of the game,” he said.
1.What inspired David to begin his business? (no more than twelves words)
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2.What made his candy business greatly take off? (no more than ten words)
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3.Ideally, how long does David have to run his business to cover the cost of one year in the University of Akron’s business college? (no more than 5 words)
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4.What is David’s long-term goal in business? (no more than 15 words)
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5.What two words can best describe David? Please give your reasons? (no more than 30 words)
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It was not the first time for Shi Benliang, a senior physics major at Peking University, to feed cats. But the 22-year-old felt sad when he saw the scars and wounds on the bodies of the little creatures.
“I can imagine how they have suffered from being abandoned. They lead a harsh life wandering around,” said the student..Shi is one of a dozen students at the university volunteering to feed the stray cats during the winter break.
Recruited by the Stray Cat Rescue Association at the university through a Bulletin Board System (BBS), he took turns with other students to care for the homeless animals. It is estimated that there are more than 100 stray cats on the campus of Peking University.
Jin Jing, 18, an economics freshman at the university, cared for the cats for two days. “At around 5 pm I cycled to the 22 feeding sites on campus marked on a special map,” she said. “At each site I left some cat food and water.”Jin was excited when the animals rushed to her feet. “Some are shy and timid, and others are more outgoing. Each of them has their own name such as ‘Sweet Orange’ or ‘Karl Marx’,” she said. “By feeding them I learned to respect life.”
Liu Chenhao, a senior electronics and computer science major, who is in charge of the association, said that feeding was just one part of their responsibilities.“Our aim is to keep the stray cats in check and maintain harmony between them and the students on campus,” he said.
The organization also takes cats to the animal hospital to be treated for oral and skin disease. Another of its major tasks is to find new homes for the cats by uploading their photos and information online.
“We’re very careful when selecting owners and ask them lots of questions to ensure that they won’t desert their cat under any circumstances, such as when they move house or get married,” Liu said. But he stressed that their acts of kindness shouldn’t encourage anyone to abandon their cat. “A cat’s normal life expectancy is more than 10 years, but a stray one may survive for only two or three.” (365words)
1.You may read the article from a (an)______________ .
A．academic journal B．fashion journal C．autobiography D．newspaper
2.Which of the following is NOT the task of the Stray Cat Rescue Association ?
A．To keep students have a harmonious relationship with cats.
B．To mourn the stray cats when they die of hunger or illness.
C．To choose suitable owners for stray cats deliberately.
D．To take stray cats to treat diseases when they were sick.
3.We can infer from the passage that____________ .
A．A married woman is not qualified to adopt the cat.
B．A stray cat may live shorter than the ordinary cats.
C．Volunteers can feed the stray cats in any place they like.
D．There are more than 100 stray cats on the campus.
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
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________ seems to be a strong competition in China for senior high students to enter college or university.
A. It B. This C. That D. There
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The senior three students in our school are making full p _________________ for the coming College Entrance Examination.
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It appears that there is never enough time for many senior school students. Here are several steps you can take to organize your time better.
First, a to-do list is a must every day. It makes it easy to plan any of the activities or meetings you may have in addition to homework. Be sure to set priorities (优先的事物). 36.1.
Make use of spare time wisely. Do you have study hall(自修时间) ? Instead of wasting that time, read a book or do homework. 37.2. If a friend asks you to do something and you have homework to do, realize which is more important and see your friend later.
Decide on the time that is good for you to do certain things. If you are more of a morning person, try getting up an hour earlier and do schoolwork before school. Review your notes every day. 38.3.If you spend a few minutes at the end of every day going over what you learnt, it will mean less time studying when it is time for the exam.39.4.Studies have shown that getting enough rest helps your memory. When you are tired, everything seems more difficult. It is best to stay on a regular sleeping cycle as much as possible.
Tell your friends and family about your work timetable. Explain that you will be working at certain times and ask them not to disturb you. 40.5.You can call your friends later.
A. Also, do not be afraid to say "no".
B. Do the most important tasks first.
C. Get a good night's sleep.
D. Set goals for yourself.
E. You should finish your task on time.
F. Don't wait until just before a test to try and remember everything.
G. Don't take phone calls during the time you set aside for work.
高二英语七选五中等难度题查看答案及解析
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The winter vacation during the senior year of high school can be a stressful time for students. 1. They may also be feeling sad that time with family and friends having a relaxation. Here are some wise ways to spend the last winter vacation of high school.
Start practicing responsibilities. After you enter college, you have to do a lot of things on your own. 2. Although some may just want to spend winter break sleeping and relaxing, it's the right time for you to begin taking on some household tasks. You should start doing laundry and more things on your own. In this way, you can learn to become responsible.
For students who haven’t decided on a major, the last winter vacation of high school can be an opportunity to explore their interests. Students are often told they'll have time to decide on a major once they get to college. However, the last winter break might be the freest time they'll have for a while. 3.
Besides a major, you also need to decide on a school. This is a great time to go on more campus visits. 4. Take another visit to ensure you're making the right choice. Sometimes, seeing the school in different seasons can help you decide if it is truly where you belong.
5. Some students agree they should take advantage of time at home with family and friends while they still can. But most students don't realize how important family is until they've moved away. As you get more into college life, you will probably not be returning home as often, so take this opportunity. Enjoy your friends and family, as it will all change once you enter college.
A. Enjoy quality time at home.
B. Don't visit a campus just once.
C. Spend more time with your friends.
D. Ask your parents what major you can study.
E. So find out what you really like to learn in college.
F. And you'll be independent and responsible for yourself.
G. They may be dealing with pressure to choose a school.
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June is always a sad time for Senior Three students. After taking the big test, they leave to31their dreams in different ways. It’s hard time when students 32 to say goodbye to carefree high school days and close friends.
People always say that teenage friendships are the most precious. Kids are too young to understand real friendship while adults 33 to relate it to fame and wealth.
Things are 34 with high school best friends. We share each other’s secret. We discuss news from all walks of life and begin to 35 our values. We support each other on the journey to the biggest 36 in our lives. We also share success and failure. The seeds of friendship become deeply rooted.
Many of us don’t realize this 37 we enter society. One of my friends, Yang Ping, 38 how strong the bond with high school friends could be. “ It was my high school friend who helped me get 39 the darkest days in my life,” said the 27-year-old girl.
In 2001 Yang lost her job in Beijing. Yang’s best friend was staying in a college dormitory and took her in. Each night the two girls squeezed into a narrow single bed, chatting and crying. “I’ll never forget her care and encouragement, which supported me out of the darkness,” said Yang.
I 40 remember my last days in Senior 3. At the time, I 41 a 20-page message with my best friend, both of us hoping to keep the friendship 42 forever.
But we didn’t realize we were already deep in each other’s 43 . During the past ten years, whenever I’ve needed help or wanted to pour out my 44 , she has always been there at the other end of a telephone line.
It is true that friends come and go. But never forget the ones who have been there for you. Take a closer look at those now around you, they could be the most precious 45 you discover in your entire life.
1.A. realize B. create C. depend D. finish
2.A.decide B. volunteer C. have D. begin
3.A. attempt B. tend C. plan D. manage
4. A. similar B. same C. like D. different
5.A. weigh B. make C. measure D. shape
6.A. challenge B. trouble C. question D. problem
7.A. unless B. after C. until D. but
8. A. experienced B. appreciated C. considered D. thought
9.A. into B. out C. through D. across
10.A. yet B. even C. already D. still
11.A. changed B. exchanged C. turned D. discussed
12. A. running B. going C. advancing D. marching13.A. head B. brain C. spirit D. heart
14.A. unhappiness B. happiness C. disaster D. joy
15.A. period B. treasure C. wonder D. image
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Most college students have their money from their parents, but college is the time for them to begin true responsibility. With the right information at hand and some practice, you can definitely get major financial assistance for college tuition(学费).1.The following is the ways you should know about.
Play a sport2. I know it is obvious to the football player that sports will increase the possibility, but did you know you can get scholarships for less-known sports? Have a try on golf, sailboat and marathon! A senior year spent learning and perfecting a new sport can lead to a full ride in college.
Do voluntary work. Most nonprofits have good scholarships for their volunteers Try volunteers. Try volunteering in your community or a community chapter of a major organization.3.It can be best to work for an organization that you are familiar with or have a childhood history with.
4.Try building a personal connection with someone at a scholarship society. Building a relationship through visits, phone calls, and gifts can make you stand out of the crowd. Remember, these people chose the winners from hundreds of applications a day and a personal touch can really make a difference!
Apply early. It can never be too early to apply for a scholarship. Applying early is another way to stand out of the crowd. You can definitely score a better scholarship earlier with much less competition.5.Applying early can lead to more applications overall, and someone who applies to 100 scholarships against 10 has a much better chance of being awarded!
A.Bear in mind
B.Keep in touch.
C.It can also be a numbers game.
D.Living in a poor community may help you a lot.
E.Some of the highest scholarships are given to college athletes.
F.A high level of community service will give you a leg up in college.
G.Experience has proven that scholarships will be given to those who deserve it.
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Why College Is Not Home
The college years are supposed to be a time for important growth in autonomy(自主性) and the development of adult identity. However, now they are becoming an extended period of adolescence, during which many of today’s students are not shouldered with adult responsibilities.
For previous generations, college was a decisive break from parental control; guidance and support needed to come from people of the same age and from within. In the past two decades, however, continued connection with and dependence on family, thanks to cell phones, email and social media, have increased significantly. Some parents go so far as to help with coursework. Instead of promoting the idea of college as a passage from the shelter of the family to autonomy and adult responsibility, universities have given in to the idea that they should provide the same environment as that of the home.
To prepare for increased autonomy and responsibility, college needs to be a time of exploration and experimentation. This process involves ＂trying on＂ new ways of thinking about oneself both intellectually(在思维方面)and personally. While we should provide ＂safe spaces＂ within colleges, we must also make it safe to express opinions and challenge majority views. Intellectual growth and flexibility are fostered by strict debate and questioning.
Learning to deal with the social world is equally important. Because a college community(群体) differs from the family, many students will struggle to find a sense of belonging. If students rely on administrators to regulate their social behavior and thinking pattern, they are not facing the challenge of finding an identity within a larger and complex community.
Moreover, the tendency for universities to monitor and shape student behavior runs up against another characteristic of young adults: the response to being controlled by their elders. If acceptable social behavior is too strictly defined(规定) and controlled, the insensitive or aggressive behavior that administrators are seeking to minimize may actually be encouraged.
It is not surprising that young people are likely to burst out, particularly when there are reasons to do so. Our generation once joined hands and stood firm at times of national emergency. What is lacking today is the conflict between adolescents’ desire for autonomy and their understanding of an unsafe world. Therefore, there is the desire for their dorms to be replacement homes and not places to experience intellectual growth.
Every college discussion about community values, social climate and behavior should include recognition of the developmental importance of student autonomy and self-regulation, of the necessary tension between safety and self-discovery.
1.What’s the author’s attitude toward continued parental guidance to college students?
A. Sympathetic. B. Disapproving.
C. Supportive. D. Neutral.
2.The underlined word ＂passage＂ in Paragraph 2 means___________.
A. change B. choice
C. text D. extension
3.According to the author, what role should college play?
A. To develop a shared identity among students.
B. To define and regulate students’ social behavior.
C. To provide a safe world without tension for students.
D. To foster students’ intellectual and personal development.
4.Which of the following shows the development of ideas in the passage?
A.
B. 
C.
D. 
高二英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析
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These students will graduate from college next summer, by which time they________
in college for four years.
A have studied B had studied C will have studied D will be studying
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