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Franklin’s life is full of charming (story) which all young men should know—how he sold books in Boston, and became the guest of kings in Europe; how he was made Major General Franklin, only
(quit) because, as he said, he was no soldier.
This poor Boston boy, a day’s schooling, became master of six languages and never stopped studying; this hard-working boy conquered the lightning, made his name famous, received degrees and diplomas (学位证书) from many colleges,
became forever
(remember) as “Doctor Franklin”, philosopher, scientist and political leader. Self-made, self-taught, the candle maker’s son gave light to all the world;
street bookseller set all men singing of liberty.
He built America, for what the nation is today is (large) due to the management, the forethought, the
(wise), and the ability of Benjamin Franklin. He belongs to the world, but especially he belongs to America. The people around the world
(honor) him while he was living; he is still regarded
the loftiest man by the common people today after his death. And he will live in people's hearts forever.
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It was a busy day at the grocery store and the old couples were in line behind me with birthday balloons.
They were chatting together about their rush to get ready for the party. From they said, I knew their nephew had a twin and something bad happened to the baby at birth. Though they did all they could
(help) them but times were still tough for them.
They seemed to be too nervous and were too (anxiety) to leave, so I asked
they wanted to go ahead of me or not. They didn’t understand what I
(mean) at first. After knowing it, they were very appreciative. But they stood behind me.
At that time I knew it had to be a significant day to them. Nothing could be (good) if someone offered to help them. So I told the cashier to add the balloons to my purchases. The old couples refused at first
I insisted. I said, “You tell your sweet nephew that there are always nice people who want to give them
hand in this world.” They thanked me over and over and the cashier got teary-eyed,
(say) there was an angel in her line today.
That little act of (kind) made everyone who saw it feel good—but it made me feel the best of all!
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When he was a little boy, Christopher Cockerell once noticed his mother turning the wheel of her sewing machine with her hand. “Won’t it work quickly if a machine (turn) the wheel for you?” he asked. “I suppose it will.” said his mother, without paying any attention to him. Christopher knew she always had a lot of work and that she was
stubborn that he could hardly do anything to change
mind. But he wanted to help. In his bedroom there was a toy steam engine
(buy) by his father as a gift to him. “I will make better use of it,” little Christopher said to himself. So, when his mother was not using her sewing machine, he decided to fix the toy steam engine onto it. When he finished
(do) it, he was quite pleased, thinking his mother would like it. “Very clever,” his mother said when she saw it. But then she sat down and went on turning the wheel
hand. “I
(work) like this for too many years,” she explained. Christopher felt very
(disappoint). He couldn’t understand his mother’s
(behave).
This teaches Christopher a lesson that anyone tries to improve anything has to learn: many people don’t like new ideas.
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It has become acceptable for people to say that women work less than men and therefore deserve less! It may have been true in the past when women were expected to stay at home and look after children, but women have changed over the years. They have “come out”! Gone ______ (be) the days when they toiled (辛苦) the kitchen stove all day long; they are now aware of their needs and are willing to fight for them. They expect to be given the respect they deserve, both at home and at work. They have realized
_____ intellectual potential and have determined to do something about it!
Women on two wheels have become______ familiar sight on the roads of most Asian countries during the past few years. It is common to find a woman
______ (take) her children on her bicycle to school and then reaching her office in time.
“Super woman”______ she is, it is rather difficult to combine a career and a decent home life. She needs to feel
_____ (support). She may arrive at work feeling as if she has already done a full day’s job.
______ colleagues doubt her passion to her job, she will feel sad. At the same time, women of today expect their partners to contribute towards childcare and household chores.
Today’s women are learning to avoid situations that make them feel more stressed and it is a hard struggle. ______ ______ ______all this, the new woman, “the superpower” has arrived. She still believes in the power and value of a family unit and she holds it in high esteem (尊重).
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Six men have been trapped in a mine for seventeen hours. If they are not brought to the surface soon they may lose their(life). However, rescue operations are
(prove) difficult. If explosives are used, vibrations will cause the roof of the mine
(collapse). Rescue workers are therefore drilling a hole on the north side of the mine. They intend to bring the men up in
special capsule.
there had not been a hard layer of rock beneath the soil, they would have completed the job in a few hours. As it is, they have been drilling for sixteen hours and they still have a long way to go. Meanwhile, a microphone, which
(low) into the mine two hours ago, has enabled the men to keep in touch with the closest relatives. Though they are running out of food
drink, the men are
(cheer) and confident that they will get out soon. They have been told that rescue operations are progressing
(smooth). If they knew how difficult it was to drill
the hard rock, they would lose heart.
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Over the years I've been teaching children about a simplepowerful concept --- the ant philosophy (哲学).I think everybody should study ants.
They have an(amaze) four-part philosophy, and here is the first part: ants never quit. That's a good philosophy. If they're heading somewhere and you try to stop them, they'll look for_
way. They'll climb over, they'll climb under, and they'll climb around. They never quit looking for a way to get where they
(suppose) to go.
Second, ants think winter all summer. That's an important viewpoint. You can't be so naive ( 天真的) as to think summer will last forever. So ants are gathering in their winter food in the middle of summer and make_(prepare) for the long cold winter. You’ve got to think storms when it’s fine. You've got to think rocks as you enjoy the sand and sun. Think ahead.
The third part of the ant philosophy is that ants think summer all winter. That is so important. During the winter, ants remind, "This won't last long. We'll soon be out of here." And on the first warm day, the ants are out.
_ it turns cold again, they'll dive back down, but then they come out on the first warm day. They can't wait to get out.
And here's the last part of the ant philosophy. How much willant gather during the summer to prepare for the winter? All he
_ (possible) can. What an incredible philosophy!
you can learn from the ant philosophy is: Never give up, look ahead, stay positive and do all you can.