Volunteer DayWhat better way is there to enjo...

Volunteer Day

What better way is there to enjoy your own hobbies while helping others at the same time? Come to Volunteer Day and choose which activity you’d like to join for the day. See below for a schedule of events on Volunteer Day.

Volunteer Day schedule:

7:30a.m.: Meet at the Community (社区) Center for juice and bagels.

8:00—8:30 a.m.: Choose which activity you’d like to help with for the day.

8:30 a.m.: Board the bus to your activity site.

9:00 a.m.—3:30 p.m.: Work as a volunteer.

3:30 p.m.: Board the bus that will take you back to the Community Center.

See below for a list of volunteer opportunities for Volunteer Day so you can begin thinking about which activity you might want to join.

A list of volunteer activities:

Paint houses: Do you enjoy making art? If so, this volunteer opportunity might be just right for you! Happy Homes is a local organization that provides home repairs for needy people in the form of painting. For elderly or physically disabled people who cannot do repairs to their homes, Happy Homes provides volunteer painters to repaint old homes; outside or in. Happy Homes also provides painters to create beautiful wall paintings inside schools or community centers.

Plant flowers: Do you enjoy being outside in nature? City Parks Association has many great opportunities for people who love to be outdoors. Help plant flowers and bushes in city parks; help lay paths at Cave Springs Park, or help pick up rubbish around the river banks. These activities are very active, so remember to be prepared with plenty of drinking water!

Read to children: Do you enjoy working with young children? Do you like books? Love and Learning is an organization that provides volunteers to help children with learning disabilities. Read books out loud to groups of children four to six years old, or read one-on-one with struggling readers seven to eight years old.

Play with animals: Do you love animals? Lovely Friends is an organization that visits local animal shelters and provides volunteers to spend time with the animals while their cages are being cleaned. Play with puppies, snuggle with cats, or hand-feed rabbits.

1.At what time do volunteers leave for their activity sites?

A.7:30 a.m. B.8:00 a.m.

C.8:30 a.m. D.9:00 a.m.

2.What do Lovely Friends volunteers do?

A.Read books to children. B.Spend time with animals.

C.Help plant bushes in parks. D.Pick up garbage along the river.

3.The purpose of the passage is to _________.

A.educate children B.attract volunteers

C.comfort the elderly D.encourage the disabled

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

There is no better way to enjoy Scottish traditions than going fishing and tasting a little whisky(威士忌) at a quiet place like the Inverlochy Castle. When Queen Victoria visited there in 1873 she wrote in her diary, “I never saw a lovelier spot,” And she didn't even go fishing.

Scotland is not easily defined. In certain moments, this quiet land of lakes and grass mountains changes before your very eyes. When evening gently sweeps the hillside into orange, the rivers, teeming with fish, can turn into streams of gold. As you settle down with just a people and a basket on the bank of River Orchy, near the Inverlochy Castle, any frustration will float away as gently as the circling water. It's just you and purple, pink, white flowers, a perfect harmony. If you are a new comer to fishing, learning the basics from a fishing guide may leave you with a lifetime's fun. For many, fishing is more than a sport; it is an art.

Scotland offers interesting place where you can rest after a long day's fishing. Set against a wild mountain and hidden behind woodland, the beautiful Inverlochy Castle Hotel below the Nevis is a perfect place to see the beauty of Scotland's mountains. Ben Nevis is the highest of mountains, and reaching its 1342-metre top is a challenge. But it's not just what goes up that matters; what comes down is unique. More than 900 metres high, on the mountain's north face, lies an all-important source of pure water. Its name comes form the Gaelic language "usqueb" or "water of life"; and it is the single most important ingredient(原料) in Scotland's best known whisky.

1.The story of Queen Victoria is to show that 　　　　　　　　　　 ________.

A. the queen is rich in tour experience

B. the Castle is a good place to go in Scotland

C. tasting whisky is better than going fishing

D. 1873 is a special year for the queen

2.How is Paragraph 2 mainly developed?

A. By giving descriptions. B. By following time order.

C. By analyzing causes. D. By making comparisons.

3.What is Ben Nevis special for?

A. The Inverlochy Castle Hotel.

B. The beauty of its surroundings.

C. The water from the mountain.

D. The challenge up to its top.

4.What is the main purpose of the passage?

A. To introduce Scottish traditions to tourists.

B. To show the attractions of Scotland to readers.

C. To explore geographical characteristics of Scotland.

D. To describe the pleasures of life in Scotland.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

There is no better way to enjoy Scottish traditions than going fishing and tasting a little whisky(威士忌) at a quiet place like the Inverlochy Castle. When Queen Victoria visited there in 1873 she wrote in her diary, “I never saw a lovelier spot,” And she didn't even go fishing.

Scotland is not easily defined. In certain moments, this quiet land of lakes and grass mountains changes before your very eyes. When evening gently sweeps the hillside into orange, the rivers, teeming with fish, can turn into streams of gold. As you settle down with just a people and a basket on the bank of River Orchy, near the Inverlochy Castle, any frustration will float away as gently as the circling water. It's just you and purple, pink, white flowers, a perfect harmony. If you are a new comer to fishing, learning the basics from a fishing guide may leave you with a lifetime's fun. For many, fishing is more than a sport; it is an art.

Scotland offers interesting place where you can rest after a long day's fishing. Set against a wild mountain and hidden behind woodland, the beautiful Inverlochy Castle Hotel below the Nevis is a perfect place to see the beauty of Scotland's mountains. Ben Nevis is the highest of mountains, and reaching its 1342-metre top is a challenge. But it's not just what goes up that matters; what comes down is unique. More than 900 metres high, on the mountain's north face, lies an all-important source of pure water. Its name comes form the Gaelic language "usqueb" or "water of life"; and it is the single most important ingredient(原料) in Scotland's best known whisky.

1.The story of Queen Victoria is to show that 　　　　　　　　　　 ________.

A.the queen is rich in tour experience

B.the Castle is a good place to go in Scotland

C.tasting whisky is better than going fishing

D.1873 is a special year for the queen

2.How is Paragraph 2 mainly developed?

A.By giving descriptions. B.By following time order.

C.By analyzing causes. D.By making comparisons.

3.What is Ben Nevis special for?

A.The Inverlochy Castle Hotel.

B.The beauty of its surroundings.

C.The water from the mountain.

D.The challenge up to its top.

4.What is the main purpose of the passage?

A.To introduce Scottish traditions to tourists.

B.To show the attractions of Scotland to readers.

C.To explore geographical characteristics of Scotland.

D.To describe the pleasures of life in Scotland.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

There is no better way to enjoy Scottish traditions than going fishing and tasting a little bit of whisky(威士忌)at a quiet place like the Inverlochy Castle. When Queen Victoria visited the castle in 1873, she wrote in her diary, “I never saw a lovelier spot ,” And she didn’t even go fishing.

Scotland is not easily defined. In certain moments, this quiet land of lakes and grasses and mountains changes before your very eyes. When evening gently sweeps the hillside into orange light, the rivers, teeming with fish, can turn into streams of gold . As you settle down with just a fishing pole and a basket on the bank of River Orchy, near the Inverlochy Castle , any frustration(烦恼) will float away as gently as the circling water. It’s just you and purple, pink, white flowers, seeking a perfect harmony. If you are a new comer to fishing, learning the basics from a fishing guide may leave you with a lifetime’s fun. For many, fishing is more than a sport; it is an art.

Scotland offers interesting place where you can rest after a long day’s fishing. Set against a wild mountain and hidden behind woodland, the beautiful Inverlochy Castle Hotel below the Nevis is a perfect place to see the beauty of Scotland’s mountains. Ben Nevis is the highest of all British mountains, and reaching its 1343-metre top is a challenge. But it’s not just what goes up matters; what comes down is unique. More than 900 metres high, on the mountain’s north face, lies an all-important source of pure water. Its name comes from the Gaelic language “usquebaugh” or “water of life”; and it is the single most important ingredient(原料) in Scotland’s best known drink: whisky.

1.The story of Queen Victoria is to show that _____.

A．the queen is rich in tour experience

B．the Castle is a good place to go in Scotland

C．tasting whisky is better than going fishing

D．1873 is a special year for the queen

2.How is Paragraph 2 mainly developed?

A．By giving descriptions.

B．By following time order.

C．By analyzing causes.

D．By making comparisons.

3.What is Ben Nevis special for?

A．The Inverlochy Castle Hotel .

B．The beauty of its surroundings.

C．The water from the mountain.

D．The challenge up to its top.

4.What is the main purpose of the passage?

A．To introduce Scottish traditions to tourists.

B．To show the attractions of Scotland to readers.

C．To explore geographical characteristics of Scotland.

D．To describe the pleasures of life in Scotland.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Have you ever wondered about changing your life for the better? There are many ways for us to live a healthy lifestyle.So it seems ________ that although we know a lot about ________ to live healthily, many people continue to do things which may be ________ for their health.

There are many parts of our lifestyles which allow us to live healthily. For example, we all know about the importance of ________healthy foods and doing enough exercise and physical activities in our daily life. In rich countries, good-quality fresh foods and sports facilities are ________ to the people, so it should be easy to ________ healthy living habits.________, today there are things which prevent people from having a healthy lifestyle. Industry and traffic have________serious environmental pollution. What's more, we spend a lot of time sitting before ________, and this often means we have________ time for activities which keep us fit. There are many people who spend many hours sitting in front of computers working, studying or playing computer games. ________, many people do not eat the ________ food.

All in all, although we have plenty of chances to follow a healthy lifestyle, in ________, we often choose a less healthy lifestyle. It's true that ________lifestyles have good and bad aspects, but the lifestyle we choose ________ us. So, live healthily and find your best self.

1.A. moving　　 B. catchy　　 C. strange　　 D. relaxing

2.A. how　　 B. where　　 C. when　　 D. whether

3.A. good　　 B. bad　　 C. safe　　 D. unimportant

4.A. selling　　 B. sending　　 C. choosing　　 D. affording

5.A. special　　 B. useless　　 C. familiar　　 D. available

6.A. form　　 B. break　　 C. discuss　　 D. change

7.A. Therefore　　 B. However　　 C. Naturally　　 D. Luckily

8.A. reduced　　 B. decided　　 C. stopped　　 D. caused

9.A. doors　　 B. windows　　 C. screens　　 D. recorders

10.A. long　　 B. free　　 C. spare　　 D. little

11.A. Yet　　 B. Then　　 C. Besides　　 D. Anyway

12.A. fast　　 B. right　　 C. cheap　　 D. delicious

13.A. all　　 B. fact　　 C. time　　 D. theory

14.A. old　　 B. past　　 C. active　　 D. modern

15.A. depends on　　 B. deals with　　 C. pays for　　 D. agrees with

高一英语完形填空简单题查看答案及解析

Is it important for teenagers to own the latest cell-phone models? There are different ways of looking at this question.

First, why do teenagers need to have the latest models? Often it’s just to show off. The paradox is that there are many teenagers who own the latest cell-phone models but don’t even know how to use them properly. This is true. They just want one because their friends have similar ones, or because they take very good videos and photos.

On the other hand, if they do know how to use them, the latest cell phones are really good. They not only help teens to stay in touch with friends and family, but also help them to access the Internet and download pictures, videos or music they need when studying. These new phones are so powerful that having one is almost like having a whole library in your pocket. It’s an instant (即刻的) source of information that helps young people get the latest news. But many parents, thinking only of such positive sides, do not take into consideration the potential dangers. For example, children may constantly be distracted(分心) during class by sending and receiving text messages.

Each young generation loves the new technologies available —just think back to when you were a kid. But your job as a parent is to make sure your child gets the most out of this technology with the least possible harm.

1.According to the second paragraph, teenagers want to have the latest cell-phone models because ________.

A. they want to show they are fashionable

B. they think the latest models help them a lot with Study

C. they think they can keep in touch with others more easily

D. they want to learn how to use new technologies

2.The underlined word "paradox" in the second paragraph can be replaced by _________.

A. fault　　　 B. problem

C. benefit　　 D. imagination

3.We can infer from the last paragraph that the author thinks _______.

A. a new generation always loves new things

B. parents also liked technological products when they were young

C. parents should make sure children use the new technologies properly

D. parents shouldn’t allow children to own a cell Phone

4. What is the text mainly about?

A. Different ways to deal with teenagers’ using the latest cell phones.

B. That teenagers should not use the latest cell phones at school.

C. Different views on teenagers’ using the latest cell phones.

D. That the latest cell phone models are becoming very popular with teenagers.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

If you really want to enjoy what Bermuda has to offer, cruising (乘船游览) there is the way to go. Not only is it fun, it is also affordable. It’s advisable to come in summer (Mid May- August).

BOOKING YOUR CRUISE

Most tourists prefer small cruise lines that dock in downtown Hamilton. It’s an ideal destination since it’s right on Front Street, from where you can easily get to Hamilton, the capital of Bermuda, and other parts of the island. Large cruise lines dock at Royal Navy Dockyard, which is inconveniently situated at the far western end of the Island.

TRANSPORTATION

Getting off a small cruise, you can easily go to Hamilton and other places by bus. From Royal Navy Dockyard, you can take a bus, a taxi or a boat. The most saving way of travelling around is by buying a day’s pass. You will enjoy unlimited transportation services using any public means.

ATTRACTIONS

The Bermuda Caves (洞穴)

This is a popular attraction that you have to tour. Anyone who loves to explore caves will definitely enjoy this place. You’d better wear sports shoes as some caves are a bit wet and slippery.

Beaches of Bermuda

Your trip to Bermuda is surely incomplete without spending some time at the amazing pink-sand beaches. Try Tobacco Bay and Horseshoe Bay, which are suitable for family visits. Bermuda is the world’s most famous shipwreck (沉船) site. If you’re a good diver, there are too many shipwrecks waiting to be discovered.

Sea Glass

If you want to pass time doing something for fun, head straight to the Alexander battery beach to collect lots of sea glass.

1.When is the best time to cruise Bermuda?

A.April. B.July. C.October. D.November.

2.What does the author suggest a tourist do?

A.Buy a day’s pass to travel around the island.

B.Book a small ship at Royal Navy Dockyard.

C.Keep away from the crowded beaches.

D.Collect sea glass at Horseshoe Bay.

3.What is most likely to be an adventurer’s dream about Bermuda?

A.Exploring the far eastern end of the island.

B.Taking a bus to visit the capital city.

C.Diving to discover sunken ships.

D.Walking in the Bermuda Caves.

高一英语阅读理解简单题查看答案及解析

It’s November now and Christmas is on the way. What would be a better way to spend time with your loved ones than sitting down to watch some classic Christmas movies?

1. The Grinch (2000)

This is a Christmas must-watch. It was originally (最初) a children’s book written by Dr. Seuss, which I would suggest reading! It’s the story of a green monster (怪兽) who wants to destroy Christmas but who in the end discovers the power of love. I promise it’s a great film with plenty of laughs along the way.

2. Love Actually (2003)

While this is not a personal favourite of mine, people in the UK love this film. It features (由……主演) famous actors and actresses such as Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson and Alan Rickman. It might be a little difficult to follow, but the heart-warming story makes it worth watching.

3. Home Alone (1990)

This is one of my favourite films of all time and I would watch it all year round if I could. It tells the story of a boy, Kevin, who is left alone in his house when his large family forget to take him on vacation. While the family are away, burglars (窃贼) try to break into the house and Kevin must protect his home by setting traps. The trips, falls and traps will have you laughing out loud as you watch a 10-year-old boy outsmart two grown men.

4. Miracle on 34th Street (1994)

You can’t have Christmas in an English-speaking country without watching this film. It’s not funny like Home Alone or The Grinch, but it is really touching. It’s about a man who says he is Santa Claus, but nobody believes him except a lawyer and a little girl. The storyline may seem a little childish but you can enjoy it at any age.

1.Which movie is based on a children’s book?

A.The Grinch. B.Love Actually.

C.Home Alone. D.Miracle on 34th Street.

2.What does the author think of Miracle on 34th Street?

A.It is his favourite movie.

B.It is funny and touching.

C.It is a little difficult to follow.

D.It is suitable for people of all ages.

3.What do the four movies have in common?

A.All can make you laugh out loud.

B.All are newly-made movies.

C.All are related to Christmas.

D.All tell stories about kids.

高一英语阅读理解中等难度题查看答案及解析

Your soul is a very private area of your life. Naturally, there are many different ways to feed it.Which of the following ideas might not contribute to feeding your soul positively.

A.Getting　 back nature. B.Keeping a journal.

C.Reading inspiring books D.Staying up all night

高一英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析

It's not a good idea to try to ______ in a strange town on your own, because you can lose your way.

A. get through　　 B. get around

C. get along　　 D. get across

高一英语单项填空中等难度题查看答案及解析