We live on the earth. We use the sea around us. What do we take from the ocean? And what do we give to it?
We take fishes from the ocean—millions of kilograms of fish, every year, to feed millions of people. We take minerals(矿物) from the ocean. We can get salt by evaporating(蒸发) seawater.
Many other minerals, such as gold, can be also got from the sea, but not by simple evaporation.
Seaweed(海草) becomes food of many kinds— even candy, and ice cream—as well as medicine. Believe it or not, fresh water is another gift from the sea. We can’t drink ocean water.
But ocean water becomes fresh water when the salts are removed. In the future, we will find ourselves depending more and more on fresh water from the sea.
The sea gives us food, fertilizer, minerals, water and other gifts. What do we give the sea? We pollute the ocean all the time. Throwing waste into the ocean is killing off sea life. Yet as the world population grows, we may need the sea and its gifts more than ever.
We are finally learning that if we destroy our sea, we might also destroy ourselves. Hopefully, it is not too late.
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A. Other gifts from the sea , such as seaweed, can be also got from the sea. B. Huge as it is, the ocean can’t hold all that we pour into it. C. Along with salt, other minerals are left after evaporation. D. We even use their bones(骨头) for fertilizer(化肥). E. Some of its contents(所含物) may cause illness. |
Many students are under great pressure this term. There is some advice on studying and preparing for exams.
Sciences
Ask students what is the most difficult course, and most of them will give you the same answer: mathematics. This is also true for Dai Shuang, a 14-year-old student at No.1 Middle School. He says, “It’s so difficult that I get a headache whenever I think about the math exam.”
According to Dai, studying this course is not easy. He usually studies math by himself and spends most of his free time reading math books and doing exercises.
Solution
Qin Xia, a math teacher, offers some advice. “Most students fear mathematics because they think the class is too difficult or boring.” he says, “These students don’t listen carefully in classes or even sleep.” In Qin’s opinion, they can try to take notes. And they’d better ask teachers for help. It’s difficult for students to teach themselves math, which will waste a lot of time. Besides, doing a lot of exercises is also important.
Arts
Zhu Tianjiao, a 13-year-old student at Megan Middle School, is very nervous because she doesn’t know how to improve her English.
Solution
Xia Bingcong, a top student at Tsinghua University shares(分享) some of her learning experiences. According to Xia, memorizing, listening and reading are important in language learning. “Studying on a daily basis(基础) is the best choice.” Xia says.When the math exam comes, Dai Shuang usually _________.
A. has a bad cold | B. sleeps late |
C.has a hard time | D. feels excited |
According to Qin Xia, __________ is Not a good way to learn math.
A. asking teachers for help |
B. taking notes in classes |
C. doing lots of exercises |
D. studying alone |
The passage tells us that __________ can help us make progress with English.
A. exercising, listening, and reading |
B. memorizing, listing and reading |
C. memorizing, listening, and reading |
D. memorizing, listening and relaxing |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A. Dai Shuang often asks his math teacher for help. |
B. It’s necessary to study English every day. |
C. Most students think math is the easiest of all the subjects. |
D. Zhu Tianjiao is a student at Tsinghua University. |
Ann was my best friend. She had come to play half an hour ago, and I didn’t want her to go. “Your mother said you could stay an hour.” I said.
Ann pointed at the Teddy Bear on my desk. “I’ll stay if you give me your Teddy Bear.” she said.
I couldn’t imagine giving it to her. It was a special gift from Aunt Reba on my tenth birthday. My aunt was a beautiful and kind woman who was never too busy to spend time with me. The day she died, I cried for hours, unable to believe that I would never see her again. Now, when I saw the Teddy Bear, I was filled with memories(回忆) of Aunt Reba.
“Come on,” Ann shouted, “I’m your best friend.”
I don’t know what came over me, but I really wanted someone to play with me. So I handed Ann the Teddy Bear! Then, she stayed.
That evening I went to bed without dinner. The memories of Aunt Reba brought tears to my eyes. How ashamed I felt. I was sad all night.
Alone in the dark, I asked myself, “Is Ann really my best friend?”
At school the next day, I found Ann. I asked for the Teddy Bear. She was surprised at first. Then she thought for a few seconds and finally said, “Okay, I don’t like it anyway.”
After that, Ann and I stopped playing together. Through the years, I have had other best friends. I have come to understand that best friends are people who want to spend time with you, and they ask nothing in return.Ann finally stayed to play with the writer because __________.
A. she wanted to play with the writer |
B. Ann’s mother ordered her to stay |
C. she was the writer’s best friend |
D. the writer gave her the Teddy Bear |
From the passage we learn __________.
A. the Teddy Bear had a sweet face |
B. Anna and the writer were friends again at last |
C. the writer loved Aunt Reba deeply |
D. best friends always ask something in return |
The Chinese meaning of the word “ashamed” in this passage is probably “__________”.
A.兴奋的 | B.羞愧的 |
C.忠诚的 | D.凶狠的 |
The best title of the passage may be “__________”.
A. The Teddy Bear | B. Aunt Reba |
C. Best Friends | D. My Tenth Birthday |
HAS Travel Dot is a travel agency which offers many interesting travel packages.
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Australia’s Gold Coast is a modern city of high-rise buildings, built around beautiful beaches. There are international theme parks, first-class restaurants, and lively nightclubs.
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In every corner of Britain, you’ll find many great attractions, from small local museums to world-famous attractions like Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.
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It is a wonderful place in Canada. Fresh water, lakes and rivers, as well as the St. Lawrence River make it a perfect destination(目的地) for boating, fishing, and camping.
Penang $700 Depart: Mar. 23, 2014 Return: Mar. 28, 2014
Penang, a state in Malaysia, is one of the most famous islands in South-East Asia. It is well-known for its culture and food. It is also a shopping paradise(天堂). You will be able to find things like handicraft, jewellery, clothes and many more at attractive prices.
For more information, please visit our website at www. Hastravel.com.Gold Coast is a modern city in __________.
A. Britain | B. Malaysia |
C. Australia | D. Canada |
Ontario is an excellent place for you to __________.
A. boat, fish and shop | B. fish, camp and boat |
C. boat, fish and eat | D. shop, eat and camp |
You can choose _________ as your destination, if you have a six-day-off holiday in March.
A. Britain | B. Ontario |
C. Penang | D. Gold Coast |
You can get more information about travel packages by __________.
A. visiting the website |
B. visiting the House of Parliament |
C. going to Big Ben |
D. going to nightclubs |
Stanford University, which was established between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated(致力于) to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in the world.
Stanford that was once a horse farm belonging to Jane and Leland is still known as "the Farm." Living at Stanford brings surprises and new experiences every day.
Stanford welcomes more than 150,000 visitors every year. Whether you live in the neighborhood or are coming from far away, we look forward to seeing you here on the Farm.
John Hennessy, President of Stanford University, says, "We can't predict, but we can make sure that our students will be the most knowledgeable of leaders, that they will make a difference and that they will creatively and skillfully guide the next century of progress and excellence."Stanford University was set up in the center of __________.
A. San Francisco | B. San Jose |
C. a horse farm | D. California’s Silicon Valley |
Living at Stanford, it will bring you surprises and _________ every day.
A. solutions to challenges |
B. leaders in the world |
C. new experiences |
D. great progress |
According to John Hennessy, students of Stanford University will probably__________.
A. build San Francisco |
B. play with visitors |
C. raise horses on the Farm |
D. become the most knowledgeable of leaders |
(Some classmates are talking about their weekend.)
Linda: I stayed at home and studied over the weekend. I studied for my English test on Saturday. Yesterday I wrote a geography paper. In the evening I talked to my pen pal (笔友) on the phone. What did you do?
Tim: I had a good time. On Saturday morning I played tennis, in the afternoon I went to the beach, and in the evening I went to Nancy’s birthday party. On Sunday I went to the mountains with my friends.
Mary: Oh, your weekend was great. But mine was boring. I stayed at home the whole (全)weekend. I cleaned my room and washed my clothes. I even watered the flowers. And only in the evening I watched TV for a short time. Did you go out, Dave?
Dave: No, I didn’t. I stayed at home and watched TV on Saturday. Yesterday I watched a movie on TV, Fearless. It was very exciting.Which of the following statements about Linda is NOT true?
A.Linda had a pen pal. |
B.Linda had a geography test on Sunday. |
C.Linda had English and geography at school. |
D.Linda was busy with her studies over weekend. |
What did Tim do on Sunday evening?
A.He had a phone call. |
B.He went to Nancy’s birthday party. |
C.He watched TV at home. |
D.The passage doesn’t tell us about it. |
Who stayed at home and did some housework?
A.Linda. | B.Tim. | C.Mary. | D.Dave. |
Who only watched TV over weekend?
A.Dave. | B.Mary. |
C.Both Dave and Mary. | D.No one. |
Only one of them left home over weekend. Who was it?
A.Linda. | B.Tim. |
C.Mary. | D.Dave. |