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Everyone had a childhood. And childhood experiences are often very funny. Children often make us (laugh). It’s true
children brighten up a home. They never turn off the lights.
I often recall my childhood, the years many interesting things happened. When I was a two-year-old child, both my parents were always very busy with their work. My mother worked
a sales manager in a company while my father served in
army. So I lived with my grandma in a village. I was always waiting for my parents at home. Once my father
(send) us a photo of his in a soldier’s uniform,
was posted on the table reminding me of him.
Once my mother came to see me and we went (shop) together. On the way we saw a group of soldiers. And when I saw them, I became very
(excite). I said in a ringing voice pointing to
, “This is my father, and this is my father, and that is my father, too!”
My mother said she would remember that moment all her life.
A
There were smiling children all the way. Charily they knew at what time the train passed their homes and they made it their business to stand along the railway, wave to complete strangers and cheer them up as they rushed towards Penang. Often whole families stood outside their homes and waved and smiled as if those on the trains were their favorite relatives. This is the simple village people of Malaysia. I was moved.
I had always traveled to Malaysia by plane or car, so this was the first time I was on a train. I did not particularly relish the long train journey and had brought along a dozen magazines to read and reread. I looked about the train. There was not one familiar face. I sighed and sat down to read my Economics.
It was not long before the train was across the Causeway and in Malaysia. Johore Baru was just another city like Singapore, so I was tired of looking at the crowds of people as they hurried past. As we went beyond the city, I watched the straight rows of rubber trees and miles and miles of green. Then the first village came into sight, Immediately I came alive; I decided to wave hack.
From then on my journey became interesting. I threw my magazines into the waste basket and decided to join in Malaysian life. Then everything came alive. The mountains seemed to speak to me. Even the trees were smiling. I stared at everything as if I was looking at it for the first time.
The day passed fast and I even forgot to have my lunch until I felt hungry. I looked at my watch and was surprised that it was 3:00 pm. Soon the train pulled up at Butterworth. I looked at the people all around me. They all looked beautiful. When my uncle arrived with a smile, I threw my arms around him to give him a warm hug (拥抱). I had never done this before. He seemed surprised and then his weather-beaten face warmed up with a huge smile. We walked arm in arm to his car. I looked forward to the return journey.The author expected the train trip to be _______.
A.adventurous | B.pleasant |
C.exciting | D.dull |
What did the author remember most fondly of her train trip?
A.The friendly country people. |
B.The mountains along the way. |
C.The crowds of people in the streets. |
D.The simple lunch served on the train. |
Which of the following words can best take the place of the word“relish”in the second paragraph?
A.choose | B.enjoy |
C.prepare for | D.carry on |
What can we learn from the story?
A.Comfort in traveling by train. |
B.Pleasure of living in the country. |
C.Reading gives people delight. |
D.Smiles brighten people up. |
D
Americans are pound of their variety- and individuality(多样性与个性), yet they love and respect few things more than a uniform(制服), whether it is the uniform of an elevator operator or the uniform of a five-star general. Why are uniforms so popular in the United States?
Among the arguments for uniforms, one of the first is that in the eyes of most people they look more professional than civilian (百姓的) clothes. People have become conditioned to expect superior quality from a man who wears a uniform. The television repairman who wears uniform tends to inspire more trust than one who appears in civilian clothes. Faith in the skill of a garage mechanic is increased by a uniform. What easier way is there for a nurse, a policeman, a barber, or a waiter to lose professional identity (身份) than to step out of uniform ?
Uniforms also have many practical benefits. They save on other clothes. They save on laundry bills. They are tax-deductible (可减税的). They are often more comfortable and more durable than civilian clothes.
Primary among the arguments against uniforms is their lack of variety and the consequent loss of individuality experienced by people who must wear them. Though there are many types of uniforms, the wearer of any particular type is generally stuck with it, without change, until retirement. When people look alike, they tend to think, speak, and act similarly, on the job at least.
Uniforms also give rise to some practical problems. Though they are long-lasting, often their initial expense is greater than the cost of civilian clothes. Some uniforms are also dear to maintain, requiring professional dry cleaning rather than the home laundering possible with many types of civilian clothes.It is surprising that Americans who worship variety and individuality________.
A.still judge a man by his clothes |
B.hold the uniform in such high regard |
C.enjoy having a professional identity |
D.will respect an elevator operator as much as a general in uniform |
People are used to thinking that a man in uniform________.
A.suggests quality work |
B.discards his social identity |
C.appears to be more practical |
D.looks superior to a person in civilian clothes |
The chief function of a uniform is to________.
A.provide practical benefits to the wearer |
B.make the wearer catch the public eye |
C.inspire the wearer’s confidence in himself |
D.provide the wearer with a professional identity |
According to the passage, people wearing uniforms________.
A.are usually helpful |
B.have little or no individual freedom |
C.tend to lose their individuality |
D.enjoy greater popularity |
C
A woman whose sports car was stolen with her dog in it put up notices all over the area that made it clear that getting back her pet was more important than her car.
“Whoever did this can keep my car.Please let Benjerman come home,” the notice said.
It is not known whether the thief showed any pity, but almost 30 hours after the 1 pm theft Friday, Kimberly Atkins of Dover and Benjerman,a 12-year-old black retriever(猎犬),were reunited after police located them in Barrington.
“He’s hungry, he’s dirty, but he’s very happy to be home,”Atkins said.
The car was found at about 5 pm Saturday off Route 125 in a swampy area frequented by off-the-road cars and dirt bikes.However, the police couldn’t control Benjerman,and they had to call Atkins to come and get him.
Atkins said the thief cared for Benjerman a little by providing him with some dry cat food.She believed Benjerman ended up drinking some muddy water in the area.
She said they have been together for nearly 11 years after she took him back from a society shelter in Dallas, Texas.
Before Benjerman was found,Atkins and several friends put up notices all over the city and in Somersworth.They also contacted animal shelters,throughout southern New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
The notice stated there was a reward,and also that the dog needed medication.Any caller could remain anonymous(匿名的).
Atkins had parked the car outside a hardware store with the keys inside and gone into rent a carpet cleaner.
“It was l0 minutes and I came out and my car was gone along with Benjerman in broad daylight,” Atkins said.The car thief threw Atkins’ wallet and other personal items out of the car before escaping from the scene. What would be the best title for the passage?
A.A car with a dog was stolen |
B.Lucky dog was returned to his owner |
C.Stealing cars:a most important social problem |
D.Woman wants dog back more than stolen car |
Which of the following shows the correct order of what happened?
a.Notices were put up saying there was a reward.
b.Atkins saw Benjerman again.
c.Police found Atkins’ car.
d.Atkins took Benjerman back from a society shelter.
e.Atkins hired a carpet cleaner in a hardware store.
A.d,e,a, b,c | B.d,e,a,c,b | C.e,a,d,b,c | D.e,a,c,d,b |
We can infer from the passage .
A.the dog was treated extremely badly by the thief |
B.car stolen accidents happen frequently nowadays |
C.the dog was found because of the reward |
D.the thief stole the car easily |
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
A.Benjerman was sent back immediately after Atkins put up the notices. |
B.Atkins and her friends made a great effort to look for Benierman. |
C.The thief gave the dog back but kept the sports car. |
D.The dog was back at 1 pm on a Friday. |
B
How do apology languages work? Have you ever tried to apologize, only to be refused? It may be that you were offering a partial apology in a “language”, that was foreign to your listener. The five languages of apology include:
Apology Language 1: “I am sorry.”
List the hurtful effects of your action. Not “I am sorry if …”, but “I am sorry that…”. You might ask if they want to add any points that you have not recognized.
Apology Language 2:“I was wrong.”
Name your mistake and accept fault. Note that it is easier to say “You are right” than “ I am wrong”, but the latter carries more weight.
Apology Language 3: “What can I do to make it right?”
How are you now? How shall I make amends(弥补) to you? How can I restore your confidence that I love you— even though I was so hurtful to you?
Apology Language 4: “I’ll try not to do that again.”
Engage in problem-solving. Don’t make excuses for yourself such as, “Well, my day was just so…” Instead, offer what you will change to prevent yourself from putting them in the same bad situation again.
Apology Language 5: “Will you please forgive me?”
Be patient in seeking forgiveness. They may need some time or greater clarification(澄清) of your input from Apology Languages 1-4.
Finally, your apology may not be accepted, but at least you know that you have been faithful in offering a sincere olive branch(橄榄枝) of peace.The passage mainly talks about___________
A.5 tips for apologies that work | B.5 ways of refusing apologies |
C.the function of apology languages | D.the importance of apology languages |
According to Paragraph 1, your apology may be refused mainly because________
A.your listeners can’t understand your dialect. |
B.your listeners can’t hear what you said clearly. |
C.your apology is not sincere. |
D.your apology is not expressed well enough. |
When offering an apology, which of the following does the author prefer?
A.“You are right” | B.“I am sorry if …” |
C.“I was wrong.” | D.“Well, my day was just so…” |
In the last paragraph, the author tells us even if your apology may not be accepted, at least ___________.
A.It’s your fault any more | B.your mind will be at peace |
C.your friend will make peace with you. | D.your apology is true to your heart |
A
In order to know a foreign language thoroughly(完全地), four things are necessary. First, we must understand the language when we hear it spoken. Secondly, we must be able to speak it ourselves, correctly with confidence and without hesitation(犹豫). Thirdly, we must be able to write it. We must be able to make sentences that are correct in grammar.
There is no short way to succeed in language learning. A good memory is a great help, but it is not enough only to memorize the rules from a grammar book. It is no much use learning by heart long lists of words and their meanings, studying the dictionary and so on. We must learn by using the language. If we are pleased with a few rules we have memorized, we are not really learning the language. We must “Learn through use”. Practice is important. We must practice speaking and writing the language whenever we can.The most important things to learn a foreign language are_______.
A.understanding and speaking |
B.hearing, speaking, reading and writing |
C.writing and understanding |
D.memorizing and listening |
One can never learn a foreign language well only by_______.
A.much practice | B.studying the dictionary |
C.learning through use | D.using the language |
“Learn through use” means_______.
A.we use a language in order to learn it |
B.we learn a foreign language in order to use it |
C.we can learn a language well while we are using it |
D.both B and C |