No other band has had the same influence in the world as the Beatles. Over eight years and more than a dozen albums, four young men from Liverpool, Eng-land—John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Star changed popular music and culture forever.
People in the UK became crazy about the Beatles in late 1963. The phenomenon was called “Beatlemania” by the British press. The term referred to the young women seen screaming at the band's concerts. Beatlemania came to North America in early 1964，and the band's popularity spread across much of the world.
Within five years, the Beatles' music changed greatly from their simple early hits like “ She Loves You” and “I Want to Hold Your Hand”.
The band wrote their own songs, explored new ways to create music and strived for high quality in every album they released.
However, with their popularity came criticism. The press criticized the band as symbols of the 1960s youth culture, which celebrated freedom from traditional family roles.
In 1970，Paul McCartney announced he was leaving the Beatles, and the group quickly came to an end.
In the 1970s, fans hoped for a reunion, but the group decided to follow their own careers with different degrees of success.
Fans lost hope with a tragedy. John Lennon was murdered in New York in 1980. The“word” Beatlemania" refers to __________ in thepassage.
| A．being most crazy |
| B．the band's popularity |
| C．young women's screaming |
| D．bothA and C |
Which of the following is not true according to the passage?
| A．Beatlemania first appeared in the UK. |
| B．The band came to an end when John Lennon was murdered. |
| C．Th0e four members of the Beatles were from Liverpool, England. |
| D．The youth culture in the 1960s celebrated freedom from traditional family roles. |
The press that criticized the Beatles may probably __________.
| A．be unable to understand their music |
| B．hate freedom too much |
| C．envy the popularity of the band |
| D．hope for freedom |
From the passage, we can infer that the writer __________.
| A．introduces the band to readers, both from their achievements and from their ending |
| B．feels it a pity that the reunion failed |
| C．thinks that no other band as the Beatles has ever created popular music |
| D．doesn't like the Beatles, early hits “She Loves You" and “I Want to Hold Your Hand" |
How can you help kids cope with(应对) stress? Proper rest and good nutrition can boost coping skills, as can good parenting. Make time for your kids each day. Whether they need to talk or just be in the same room with you, make yourself available.
Even as kids get older, quality time is important. It’s really hard for some people to come home after work, get down on the floor, and play with their kids or just talk to them about their day--especially if they've had a stressful day themselves. But expressing interest in your kids shows that they’re important to you.
Help your children cope with stress by talking about what may be causing it. Together, you can come up with a few solutions. For example, they should cut back on after-school activities, spending more time talking with parents or teachers, developing an exercise plan or keeping a journal.
You can also help by predicting stressful situations and preparing kids for them. For example, let a child know ahead of time ( but not too far ahead of time) that a doctor’s appointment is coming up and talk about what will happen there. Keep in mind, though, that younger kids probably won't need too much advance preparation. Too much information can cause more stress.
Remember that some level of stress is normal; let kids know that it’s okay to feel angry, scared, lonely, or anxious and that other people share those feelings.
When kids can’t or won’t discuss these issues, try talking about your own concerns. This shows that you’re willing to handle tough topics and are available to talk with them when they’re ready. If a child shows symptoms that concern you and is unwilling to talk, consult a counselor or other mental health experts.
Most parents have the skills to deal with their kids’ stress. The time to seek professional attention is when any change in behavior persists, when stress is causing serious anxiety on when the behavior is causing significant problems in functioning at school or at home.What is the purpose of the text?
| A．To share the author' s ideas on proper parenting. |
| B．To persuade parents to spend more time with kids. |
| C．To advise parents how to help kids deal with stress. |
| D．To seek different ways to help solve kids' problems. |
What makes it difficult for parents to spare kids quality time?
| A．Kids growing so fast. |
| B．Parents being tired out. |
| C．Kids losing interest in parents. |
| D．There being too much homework. |
You are advised not to talk too much about a stressful situation in advance because.
| A．it does no good to your kids |
| B．it doesn’t work in practice |
| C．your kids may lose interest |
| D．your kids don’t want to listen |
What can we learn from Paragraph 5 ?
| A．Normal people share the same feelings. |
| B．It is normal for kids to have some stress. |
| C．Kids should get rid of negative feelings. |
| D．Everybody feels angry, scared, lonely or anxious. |
We are now able to offer those adults who live, work or study in the Bristol City Council area cycle lessons for free up to 3 hours long.
Beginner? Can’t you ride a bike? You're not alone. We can help you get on a bike and go cycling. Beginners are called Level 1.
Need a refresher? If you need a refresher or you haven't been on a bike for a while and want to start cycling or perhaps you're confident on traffic-free routes but you want to start cycling on the road, our instructors can teach you the skills you need to cycle safely and confidently on the road. This is Level 2.
Experienced Cyclist? If you are an experienced cyclist, our professional urban coaches can give you smart tips for negotiating complex junctions more easily and improving your rush-hour strategies. This is Level 3.
What you should bring: You will need a roadworthy bike for your lesson. If you don’t own a bike you can hire one for the duration of your lesson but you can only hire one from the instructors at our Bedminster and St George venues. The cost of the bike for hire is £5. UK law does not require you to wear a helmet, but if you do wear one it should fit correctly.
Costs :
Bristol: Thanks to Bristol City Council, sessions are currently free for Bristol residents over age 16 and you can have up to 3 lessons, depending on your ability. To secure your booking, all we require is a £5 refundable deposit.
B&NES: Thanks to Bath Cycling Campaign, sessions are currently £5 for anyone over 12. If you are a B&NES resident, please book using the link on the “Outside Bristol” page.
Anywhere else: Life Cycle have a presence in Salisbury and Gloucester. For Salisbury residents, please book online and for Goucester residents you can book by emailing us (lifecycleuk. org.uk ). For all areas outside Bristol our charge is £ 30 for a 1-hour session.You would like to have three lessons as .
| A．a beginner | B．an instructor |
| C．a refresher | D．a skilled cyclist |
If you want to ride a bike safely on the busy road, you'd better take up a lesson of .
| A．Level 1 | B．Level 2 |
| C．Level 3 | D．Level 4 |
How much should you pay for two lessons if you are outside Bristol and don't own a bike?
| A．£15. | B．£65. | C．£ 30. | D．£ 60. |
What would be the best title for the text?
| A．Cycle training lessons for adults |
| B．The coming events in the Bristol City |
| C．Popular places of interest in England |
| D．Activities suitable to different people |
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UK education is all about giving you inspiration to develop your knowledge and skills, freedom to be creative, and support to help you achieve your best.
On a UK course you will benefit from excellent teaching and facilities. In order to accept students, UK education centres must meet strict quality standards set by the UK government and education bodies.
With such a good reputation for research and education, universities and colleges in the UK attract some of the world's leading academics and professionals. You will be encouraged to express your own ideas and think for yourself.
The attention to quality is reflected in the UK's excellent results:
Four of the top six universities in the world are in the UK.
The UK is a world-leading research nation. 54% of the research conducted by UK universities and colleges is classed as either “world-leading” or “internationally excellent”.
At the most recent inspection, 97% of further education colleges were judged satisfactory or better, for their overall effectiveness.
In the recent BIS Tracking International Graduate Outcomes survey, more than 88% of international higher education graduates said they were satisfied with their UK learning experience.
Likewise, in the Higher Education Academy Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey of UK postgraduate students, 93% rated the quality of teaching positively.
For English language students, you'll find the UK has long been at the forefront of language teaching, and pioneered many of the techniques now used around the world. The emphasis is on learning the language through fun and participation: Instead of just listening to your teacher, your classes will involve games, problem-solving and discussions. You might also listen to songs, watch television or read magazines to practise your comprehension skills.
The UK’s boarding schools also offer excellent teaching, facilities and support. At UK independent schools (most boarding schools are independent), a teacher has just 9.4 pupils on average, so teachers have more time to give you individual support. This is reflected in the results: 91% of students from UK independent schools go on to higher education.What do the education centres do to accept students?
| A．To develop knowledge and skills. |
| B．To help achieve your best. |
| C．To meet strict quality standards. |
| D．To benefit from excellent teaching. |
How many foreign students are said to be satisfied with their learning in the UK?
| A．About 97%. | B．Below 54%. |
| C．93% or so. | D．Over 88%. |
How do the students learn English in the UK?
| A．By listening to the teacher. |
| B．By working in the class. |
| C．By teacher's support. |
| D．By playing and discussing. |
What's the purpose of the author to write this passage?
| A．To introduce the education in the UK. |
| B．To make their students love the UK. |
| C．To attract foreign students. |
| D．To show his pride in the UK. |
Years ago, I owned the very best dog in the world. I was a child when we got her. She grew up with me, and was always there when I needed her. She died during one of my college vacations. My heart broke then, and I knew that there would never be another dog like her.
However, I was wrong. My next dog came into my life when I was married. My husband traveled for a living. and I was often lonely. This dog taught me to be patient. He always stayed at my side until the children were born, and then he became their guardian(保护者), too. When he passed away, my heart broke. I was sure I would never love another dog as much as I loved him.
I was wrong again. We got the next one when the children were little. When he played with the children, he made them laugh. These days he spends more time with me since the children aren’t around so much. He is, of course, the very best dog in the world.
I wonder if that’s part of the lesson: To teach us that love has a spirit that returns again and again and never really dies.
It’s amazing. They make room for one another. And they fit into our families, our lives, and our hearts— because they always have been and will be the best dogs in the world.According to the story, the writer may agree with the opinion that .
| A．love me, love my dog |
| B．love never really dies |
| C．a dog is necessary to a family |
| D．where there’s love, there’s a dog |
What does the writer think about the third dog she owns?
| A．He brings happiness to the children. |
| B．He is better than the other two dogs. |
| C．He loves to play with children rather than adults. |
| D．He is lonely since the children have left home. |
The underlined sentence in the last paragraph means.
| A．they leave the room when the family needs a new one |
| B．each dog has a single room to live in |
| C．they leave the house when the family no longer needs them |
| D．they come into the writer’s life one after another |
Which of the following statements is TRUE?
| A．The writer doesn’t keep a dog at the moment. |
| B．The writer was very sad every time the dog died. |
| C．The second dog stayed longer than the first one. |
| D．The writer’s husband doesn’t like dogs. |
How many dogs are mentioned (提及)in the author’s life?
| A．one | B．two | C．three | D．four |
When you sleep somewhere else—like at summer camp or a friend's house—you know you're in for a fun time. It can be exciting to get away from the same old bed in the same old room in the same old house. But fun as this is, for some kids being away from home can be scary and sad. They want to go and have fun with their friends, but once they're there, they start to miss their good old bed, their good old parents, and all that everyday stuff at home. It's called being homesick.
Homesick means you're upset, sad, and maybe scared. But don't feel surprised. A lot of people get homesick, even grownups. When you're used to having certain people and things around you, it can be scary when they're gone. When you're dealing with other problems, you will feel homesick, too. Some kids may feel more homesick than usual if their parents are getting divorced or if someone they loved has recently died.
Here are some ideas to help you feel less homesick.
Bring a little bit of home with you. If you're going away from home, bring your pillow or pictures of the people you'll be apart from and look at them any time you want.
Keep busy. The more fun stuff you do, the less time you'll have to feel homesick. Try to join in activities wherever you are.
Stay in touch. You can make a plan for when you'll call your mom or dad. You can also email or text message to stay in touch with family and friends. When you do get in touch with someone, make sure to talk about the fun things you're doing!
Talk to someone where you are. Maybe you can tell a friend that you feel homesick. He or she might have some ideas to help you feel better.One feels homesick means he's not ________.
| A．upset | B．sad | C．scary | D．full |
________ is NOT TRUE according to the passage.
| A．Kids can keep touching with their family with telephone |
| B．You can tell friends you are feeling homesick |
| C．Bringing some familiar things with you can help to feel less homesick |
| D．Only kids get homesick, grownups never feel homesick |
Kids won't feel homesick when ________.
| A．they are dealing with the problems |
| B．the people and things they get used to are around them |
| C．someone they loved has recently died |
| D．their parents are getting divorced |
There are ________ ideas to help you feel less homesick mentioned in this passage.
| A．five | B．four | C．three | D．Two |
The BEST title for this passage is “________”.
| A．Homesickness |
| B．Why Do You Feel Homesick |
| C．How to Be Less Homesick |
| D．When Will Kids Feel Homesick |