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New York,London,Paris and other big cities are exciting places to live in. There are many interesting things to see and to go to. You can go to different kinds of museums,plays and films. You can also buy things from all over the world.
But there are some problems in big cities too. It is expensive to live there and there are too many people in some places of big cities. Every year many people move to the cities to find jobs,to study at good schools.
But sometimes these people can't find work or a good place to live in. Also it is hard to keep the cities safe(安全的)and clean.
Some people enjoy living in big cities,others do not. Before moving to a big city,they should think about the problem of living there.Who likes living in big cities?
A.Everyone. | B.All people. | C.Nobody. | D.Not everyone. |
What should people think about before moving to a city?
A.Money for study. |
B.The problem of living there. |
C.Life at night. |
D.Time for sleep. |
Why do many people move to the cities?
A.To see their friends. |
B.To buy things from other countries. |
C.To find jobs. |
D.To see films. |
To live in a city is very_____.
A.expensive | B.cheap | C.hard | D.interesting |
From the article we can see it is hard to keep the cities_______.
A.busy and noisy | B.safe and clean |
C.cool and sunny | D.fine and large |
The human brain weighs about 1.4 kilograms, but it can, hold much more information than most computers. However, there is another difference between humans and computers. Computers don't forget information they are given, but humans often do. No one remembers everything, and luckily we don't usually have to. But everyone can improve their memory if they want to. Here are some suggestions.
◆Try to use new information immediately*. For example, if you meet someone who says "Hi! I'm Carlos," don't just say "Hello." Repeat the person's name. Say "________"
◆Break a big number into smaller parts. For example, it's hard to memorize 109244153. But if you break it into three parts--109/244/153—it becomes easier.
◆Write out what you need to remember over and over again. This will help you keep it in mind longer, especially for memorizing formulas * or facts.
◆Always review information. If you bring what you've learned back to your mind, they become easier to remember. For example, before you go to sleep, it’s a good idea to review the new things you learned that clay.
◆Discuss with a friend. It is always easier to remember things through discussions. You can have a discussion about what's right and what's wrong, and it will lead to the right answer.
◆Never tell yourself that you have a bad memory. You can always do something to help improve your memory. And everyone's memory gets better if they use it often enough.
All of the suggestions are helpful. If you follow them, you are certain to improve your memory.How many suggestions are mentioned in the passage?
A.Three. | B.Four. | C.Five. | D.Six. |
Which should be put in the blank (空格) in Paragraph 2?
A.Hello, Carlos. | B.How do you do? |
C.Hello, I am Sophia. | D.Glad to meet you! |
What can help memorize a big number more easily according to the passage?
A.To store it in a computer. |
B.To break it into smaller parts. |
C.To discuss it with a friend. |
D.To review it before you sleep. |
Which of the following is true according to the passage?
A.Human beings can improve their memory by computer. |
B.Always reviewing information can help you fall asleep. |
C.Formulas and facts can help you learn about your brain. |
D.Try to be confident and improve your memory by using it often. |
On February 9th, 2013, Sarah Darling was walking along the street when she met a homeless man named Billy Ray Harris. She reached into her change purse, emptied out all the coins she had and gave them to the homeless man. Neither of them realized that this small generous act would change their lives.
Sarah didn’t realize that she had given Billy not only all her change but also her diamond ring that she had put in her change purse earlier until the following morning. She and her husband, Bill Krejci, rushed to see if they could find Billy. The homeless man was not only in the same place, he also immediately returned the ring. The grateful couple paid him back for his honesty by emptying out their pockets of all the money they had.
Bob Krejci, a web designer, felt that he needed to do something more for this amazingly honest man. So on February 18th, he set up a special page to raise money for him. In just four days, Billy received over $85,000 and there seems to be no end yet.
That is not enough. Billy is living with a person who is generous instead of living in the streets. And that’s not all—Thanks to the news report, he got together again with his older brother, Edwin Harris who he had been unable to find for 27 years.
All the good luck is just because Billy did the right thing—returning something that did not belong to him.When did Sarah realize that she had also given Billy her diamond ring?
A.On February 9th, 2013 | B.On February 10th, 2013 |
C.On February 18th, 2013 | D.On February 22nd 2013 |
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. Billy is living with a generous person.
Billy has found his brother.
Billy bought a diamond ring.
Billy appeared in the news reportThe underlined word “That” in Paragraph 4 refers to(指代) “________”.
A.returning the ring | B.setting up a page |
C.living in the streets | D.receiving money |
What’s the best title of the passage ?
A.Generous Woman Changed Her Own Life |
B.Kind Man Set Up Special Page |
C.Homeless Man Returned Diamond Ring |
D.Many People Donated Much Money |
Now many people like the game Angry Birds. Here is a piece of good news for them—soon there will be a lot of Angry Birds-themed activity parks around the world.
The first two parks opened in Finland last year, and a few other parks are going to open in the UK. However, people still don’t know when and where Angry Birds-themed activity parks will open in the UK.
“As a kind of online game, it is popular with people of all ages. It’s really an interesting game. And the parks will be interesting places for everyone around the world.” said Peter Vesterbacka, an officer of Angry Birds Company. He also said, “ We want to make Angry Birds a part of pop culture. We’re just getting started.”
Angry Birds-themed activity parks have many interesting places for children to play. They like them very much. People can see the characters and colors from the game in the park. People can also play the Angry Birds game on large screens in the park. The company wants to invite people to not only play it on the sofa, but to go out, move around and have fun. So everyone will be happy in Angry Birds-themed activity parks. Where did the first two Angry Birds-themed activity parks open?
A. In the UK. B. In Finland. C. In Australia. D. In the USA.Angry Birds is _______.
A.an online game | B.an online movie |
C.a talk show on TV | D.a game show on TV |
Lots of people think Angry Birds is very ______.
A.boring | B.easy | C.interesting | D.difficult |
From the passage, we can know_______.
A.Angry Birds is only popular with young people |
B.Peter Vesterbacka works for Angry Birds Company |
C.there is no screen in Angry Birds-themed activity parks |
D.Angry Birds-themed activity parks will open in the UK in 2015 |
The Flying Hat By Shannon Blackman
“The most sidesplitting story I’ve ever read. I couldn’t help laughing after I finished it. Be ready to laugh your heart out.” Willy King, Best Book winner |
“It’s a story that makes you smile in your dreams. Blackman’s excellent writing cheers you up.” The Tide, London |
“One of the best-selling books of the year. More than two million copies have been sold.” The Sunday Reader, New York |
“This book has become the talk of the country. The story is making its way into movie theaters. I can’t wait to see it!” Marian Miller, author of Ms. Lilly |
Who is the writer of The Flying Hat?
A.Marian Miller | B.Willy King |
C.Shannon Blackman | D.Ms. Lily |
What does sidesplitting mean?
A.Simple. | B.Funny. | C.Serious. | D.Difficult. |
Which is said about The Flying Hat?
A.A movie about the story is coming out. |
B.People can buy the book all over the world. |
C.The writer started the book because of a mistake. |
D.The story is about a boy with a magic book. |
I’ve always tried to tell Willianms She fell in love with broadcasting She has also attended a Coldplay concert She hopes to become a television anchor(主播) Williams had sent a few broadcasts(广播)she had done. |
Williams, 15, is a student at Nation Ford High, South Carolina, ________. She is quickly making herself noticed.
Not long ago she got a call from Teen Kids News in New York, which is a weekly show. __________for her school news program to the show. The producer contacted Williams, and asked if she would work for them.
“All I could say was, yes, yes, yes!” Williams said. “I didn’t even hesitate(犹豫).”
Williams said she became interested in broadcast journalism when she was in the sixth grade. One day she heard that forest fires were burning nearby. After P.E., she went out into the forest and reported on the fires. __________. From then on she tried to do it as much as she could.
Williams had to face both good and bad comments from audiences (听众).
“Everyone has a different opinion and __________that you can’t listen to it, ”said Lori Williams, a former Atlanta CNN producer. “If it’s what you love to do, it will be more important than everything else.”
Williams’ advice to other young broadcasters is to look for support from friends and family. “With every negative(消极的)comment, there’s five positive, and that’s how I think about it,” she said.
The first program Williams held was about an artist’s pumpkin patch. In the program she asked teenagers what they thought of the artist’s work.
“I was a little nervous. I was going through my lines thinking, ‘No pressure’,”Williams said._______and met Kathie Lee Gifford, an American TV host, singer, songwriter and actress. Gifford told Williams to continue doing what she loved because it would lead to big things.
“Getting advice from her was great,” Williams said.