Something strange happened when I was 14 years old. Every previous year on Thanksgiving Day I’d woken up early, filled with excitement. But that Thanksgiving, for some reason I saw no reason to celebrate. None of my family were really thankful, I realized. The whole thing was a lie!
During the dinner time, I left, hiding in the guest room and cried. My mom came to see what was wrong. “No one is really thankful!” I sobbed, “They just pretend for one day because that’s what they’re supposed to do!”
After I finished talking, she nodded. “You’re right,” she told me. “It’s fake until you find the truth for yourself.” She said it was my choice whether to celebrate with them or not. She said Thanksgiving is a time to reflect because we don’t always get to see loved ones and eat a good meal. Then she left.
I didn’t listen to her, thinking that every holiday was a lie and I could never find joy celebrating again. But giving in to my starving stomach, I went back to the dining room in a few minutes. I couldn’t believe what I saw. My entire extended family was waiting for me with wide smiles and concerned looks, and the table was covered with untouched plates.
“Andy,” my aunt said, “We can’t eat without you. We’re waiting for your turn. Now you can start it.” I didn’t know what to say first. Finally, I said I was thankful for having a younger brother to teach, play with, and see grow.
The family shared, and everyone had something beautiful to say. Listening to what they said, I suddenly understood what my mom meant about finding out my own reason for celebrating. For me, this holiday was a chance to pause and reflect on everything I cared about.
And with that, I took a huge and satisfying bite of food.
1. Why did the author hide himself and cry on the Thanksgiving Day?| A．Because he got up too late |
| B．Because some of his family were absent. |
| C．Because he thought the dinner was tasteless. |
| D．Because he doubted the sincerity of others’ thankfulness. |
| A．She is very understanding. | B．She is strict with the author. |
| C．She disagreed with the author. | D．She showed great worry about the author. |
| A．Having dinner. | B．Expressing thankfulness. |
| C．Giving a performance. | D．Making a wish. |
| A．My loving mother | B．Love and lies |
| C．An inspiring Thanksgiving | D．An unforgettable dinner |
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【推荐1】Xiao Ming gets up very late. He rides his bike to the school quickly. He doesn’t look at the traffic lights, so he hits a car. The driver takes him to the hospital right now. The doctor looks over Xiao Ming very carefully. Xiao Ming wants to go to the school but the doctor and the driver ask him to stay in bed.
“ Now my boy,“ says the doctor.“ Could you tell me your name, please?”
“ What are you going to do?” asks Xiao Ming.
“I’m going to tell your parents and your teacher. ”answers the doctor.
“But my parents know my name and my teacher knows my name, too.“ says Xiao Ming.
1. How does Xiao Ming go to school?| A．by bike | B．by car |
| C．by bus | D．on foot |
| A．His teacher | B．His parents |
| C．The driver | D．His students |
| A．Because he is very happy. |
| B．Because he doesn’t notice the traffic lights. |
| C．Because he doesn’t like going to school |
| D．Because he can’t see anything |
| A．He is very lovely. |
| B．He is very bad. |
| C．He is very lazy. |
| D．He is very good. |
【推荐2】The post office is not my favorite place. However, that was the day I went through the door with a huge smile. My story had been accepted for publication. I had read the e-mail three times before I actually believed it.
Grasped in my hand was the form giving permission to print my story. No faxing for me — I decided to send it back through the mail just to be sure it reached its destination. Filled with excitement, I told the clerk about my good news. “Wow, look at you go!” she said. “That will be ten dollars.” I reached for my credit card. “Our system doesn’t work today, so we can only accept cash,” said the clerk. I searched through my purse. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, I carried cash. But now, I rarely did. Then a deep voice behind me said, “I’ll take care of it.” I hadn’t noticed the man behind me. I turned to meet him as he held out a ten-dollar bill.
“Congratulations on your story,” he said. “Just pay it forward.” I thanked him. Then I drove to the seaside restaurant to meet Tina. As we walked back toward our cars, I noticed something on the sidewalk, shining in the sun. I picked up a credit card.
“How are we going to find the person who dropped this?” Tina asked. “First, let’s try to spot someone who seems to be searching anxiously,” I said. A moment later, Tina said excitedly, “I’ll bet that’s her!” A young mother had a baby on her back as she dug through some bags.
I approached the woman. “Are you Jessica Slate?” I asked.
Her eyes grew round. “Yes!”
“I believe this is yours,” I said, handing her the card.
“Thank you! During normal times, I’d give you a hug,” she said. We laughed and bumped elbows instead.
I realized being on both the receiving and the giving end of kind gestures felt equally good. I had experienced an interpretation of paying it forward-first with cash, then with credit.
1. Why did the author go to the post office?| A．To print his story. | B．To mail the form. |
| C．To fetch his publication. | D．To fax the publishing house. |
| A．The clerk refused to serve him. | B．His credit card failed to work. |
| C．He exchanged some cash with a stranger. | D．A man asked no reward for helping the author. |
| A．He met the owner in a restaurant. |
| B．He waited for the owner to contact him. |
| C．He found the owner with careful observation. |
| D．He searched for the owner anxiously on the sidewalk. |
| A．A small act can change your life. | B．To give or to receive is your choice. |
| C．Paying it forward will make your day. | D．Genuine help expects nothing in return. |
You saw Oprah’s show on AIDS orphans when you were 11 — do you remember how you felt?
When I saw the show I was shocked. I had never heard of AIDS before and was concerned that kids were growing up without parents and no one had troubled to ask for my help.
I wanted to create a place for kids to get involved and a place where their small contributions would be valued and celebrated. I also felt that I needed to take immediate action myself. I found an orphan sponsorship (赞助) program online and an eight-year-old girl from Mauritania who needed my help. I started there and Kids Caring 4 Kids grew from that experience.
How has your own illness inspired you to help others?
Growing up with a rare liver (肝脏) disease made me feel different, which I think attracted me to others who were different and those struggling with something. I knew how I felt and I wanted to help reduce that feeling in someone else. I always wanted to support people. Growing up with an illness gave me empathy (移情) for others.
How does your own story inspire others?
My own personal story is evidence that people can give from anywhere. I started Kids Caring 4 Kids from a hospital room. I started by helping one person and it snowballed from there. When I share my story, I think that’s what affects people the most — the fact that I started all of this during a time of personal struggle and weakness. If I could do that, then they can do something too.
1. According to the text, Kendall Ciesemier.
| A．hosted a show on the situation in Africa |
| B．was affected by AIDS and a liver disease |
| C．made an effort to help African AIDS orphans |
| D．earned lots of money from Kids Caring 4 Kids |
| A．Her experience in Africa. |
| B．Living with a liver disease. |
| C．Watching Oprah’s show on AIDS orphans. |
| D．Her work with an orphan sponsorship program. |
| A．caused her to lose some close friends |
| B．made her discouraged and less enthusiastic |
| C．kept her away from those who were different |
| D．helped her easily understand other patients’ feelings |
【推荐1】There’s that old saying: How you do one thing is how you do everything.
I recently went to a concert with some other musicians in town (many of whom I was meeting for the first time).
Afterwards, the musicians I played with told me they felt like our hearts were connected while playing, and that we were able to achieve a new level of playing together thanks to our collected approach. When playing, we didn’t consider how to show ourselves off.
I believe that the best musicians in the world have this in common; which is to see past their own values, and to listen to/connect with their audience and fellow musicians. I’ve realized all of this thanks to my practice of being a more compassionate and caring person.
So, I would like to thank everyone on this website for opening your hearts and showing me how to be a more caring person.
| A．When I used to connect with other musicians |
| B．Therefore, as you become more kind and sympathetic |
| C．Because of this, our music was better than ever before |
| D．There was just us sharing ourselves with our open hearts |
| E．I often find music moves me to be open and connect with others |
| F．There are languages that are universal, music and kindness are two of those languages |
| G．As I grow into a more kind and caring person, I can bring joy to not only those in my daily life |
【推荐2】The dogsled (狗拉雪橇) race was about to begin. Julie’s team of dogs was lined up at the sating gate. Julie stood behind them. The air was so cold that she could see her breath. The other teams were lined up, too, and the dogs were excited. Julie kept her eyes on the clock. At exactly ten o'clock, she and the other racers shouted, “Mush!” The dogs knew that meant “Go!” They jumped forward and the race began!
Julie had trained months for this race, and she hopes she and her dogs would win. Hour after hour, day after day, Julie’s dogs pulled the sled in order to get in shape for the race.
Now, they ran over snowy hills and down into frozen valleys. They stopped only to rest and eat. They wanted to stay ahead of other teams. The racers got them to go a thousand miles across Alaska. The dogs, thick fur coats helped keep them warm in the cold winds and weather. In many places along the way, the snow was deep. Pieces of ice were as sharp as a knife. The ice could cut the dogs’ feet. To keep that from happening, Julie had put special booties (短靴) on their feet.
At first, the dogs seemed to pull the sled very slowly. They were still getting used to the race.
But on the the third day out, they began to pull more quickly. They worked as a team and passed many other racers. Once, one of the sled’s runners slid into a hole and the sled was broken. Julie could have given up then, but she didn’t. She fixed it and they kept going.
When they finally reached the finish line, they found out that they had come in first place! It was a great day for Julie and her dogs.
1. What does the passage tell us about the race?| A．It was a single-day race. | B．It was a race for children. |
| C．It was a race of a thousand miles. | D．The racers came from different countries. |
| A．They were fed enough food. | B．They wore warm clothes. |
| C．They were put on special shoes. | D．They were trained to get up early. |
| A．They were the first to reach the finish line. | B．They had an accident and gave up. |
| C．They ran slowly and lost the race. | D．They ran faster at the beginning. |
| A．A Girl and Her Dogs | B．Winter Sports in Alaska |
| C．Training for a Dogsled Race | D．The Story of a Dogsled Race |
【推荐3】China is a land of bikes. At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country. Back then everyone seemed to be riding a bicycle. Millions of them, all black. Cars were rare. Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year, I’ve found the opposite is true. There are millions of cars. However, people still use their bicycles to get around. For many, it’s the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in different colors---sivler, green, red, blue, yellow, whatever you want.
It’s fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads, move skillfully through traffic, and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about that cars just can’t provide.
Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture, I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started home.
My first ride home was orderly (守秩序的). To be safe, I stayed with a “pack” of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times. I didn’t want to get hit. So I took the ride carefully.
Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide, so crossing took time, skill and a little bit of luck.
I finally made it home. The feeling on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people. Biking made me feel alive.
1. According to the author, why are bicycles still popular in China today?| A．Because they are traditional and safe. |
| B．Because they are convenient and inexpensive. |
| C．Because they are colorful and available. |
| D．Because they are fast and environment friendly. |
| A．to ride it for fun |
| B．to use it for transport |
| C．to experience local culture |
| D．to improve his riding skills |
| A．The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills. |
| B．The author was annoyed by the air while riding. |
| C．The author was praised by the other bikers. |
| D．The author took great pleasure in biking. |
| A．Riding bikes in China can be a very dangerous and terrible thing. |
| B．China is a land of bikes, because most Chinese people are too poor to own private cars. |
| C．For many, riding bikes is the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. |
| D．It’s fun watching people biking, because of the funny people. |
【推荐1】Summer Camps Activities
At Les Elfes, our Summer Camps provide more than just great activities and experiences. Here are some most popular activities of our camps.
2 Days Hiking Trip
During the first week of each session, all our campers will leave for a 2-day hiking trip and spend a night in the mountain. Discoverers and Explorers will sleep in traditional fountain huts while Pioneers will do camping in wilderness. This is just a perfect way to discover the Swiss Alps and to enjoy striking views and nature. During the evening, campers enjoy a relaxing atmosphere around the camp fire!
Rock climbing
Professional mountain guide supervise（监护） this activity. On the climbing wall at a natural rock, which has varying difficulty levels, our instructor ensure that all campers make good progress and gain confidence in the safest conditions. Campers will learn different skills and progress from one age group to another.
Mountain biking
Mountain biking in the Alps and particularly Verbier mountain biking provides you with thrilling downhills, natural single tracks（ for all levels）. The downhill trail and the hundreds of kilometres of cross-country provide endless opportunity to explore some of the most breathtaking scenery in the Alps.
Arts & Crafts
Our campers can choose between several arts clubs, which they will attend during the session. At the end of the session we all join together and present what we learn! We will do vast amounts of different aspects of arts and crafts. Each time a child attends those clubs we will give them a chance to expand their artistic side. The main aim of those clubs is be give a fun aspect to arts and crafts while involving cultural aspects.
1. What will campers do in Hiking Trip?| A．Spend two nights in the mountains. |
| B．Sleep in tents at night. |
| C．Admire beautiful scenery of the Alps. |
| D．Explore thrilling downhills natural tracks. |
| A．Hiking Tip. | B．Rock climbing. |
| C．Mountain biking. | D．Arts& Crafts. |
| A．They will explore various fields of arts. |
| B．They will expand their artistic side. |
| C．They will show their achievements. |
| D．They will enjoy cultural aspects of arts. |
【推荐2】Bioluminescence, unlike other sources of light（the sun, fire, light bulbs）, which produce energy from heat, is defined as “the emission of light from living organisms（such as fireflies and bacteria）as the result of internal chemical reactions”. It is one of the wonders of nature that just about any of us can witness.
While a few organisms can produce bioluminescent light outside of the oceans（think fireflies）, most of the bioluminescence going on is in salt water. In fact, the vast majority of bioluminescent organisms evolved in order to provide light in deep sea marine ecosystems—either to light up prey or as a warning against predators（捕食者）—far below sunlight's reach into the water column.
Humans have been putting natural bioluminescence to work for a while—19th century coal miners would trap fireflies（instead of open-flame candles or lanterns that could cause explosion）in jars to light their way. But nowadays researchers are hard at work synthesizing（合成）the chemical reactions behind bioluminescence for a range of modern-day applications.
Using bioluminescence to help cure disease is a big focus of some biomedical research companies, given the promise of using heat-free organic light to detect metastasizing（转移的） cancer cells, stem cells, viruses or bacteria within living tissue. The military also has big hopes for applying the chemical reactions of bioluminescence to create light that won't cause the heat-seeking sensory equipment of the enemy whether on land，at sea or in the sky. Some other practical applications of bioluminescence include an effort to connect genes from bioluminescent organisms into trees that would light up when the sun sets.
While none of these “technologies” is yet ready to become mainstream, it's good to know that the future looks bright.
1. What exactly causes biolunninescence?| A．Heat energy. | B．Chemical reaction. | C．Salt water. | D．Living organism. |
| A．To ensure safety. | B．To seek comfort. |
| C．To provide convenience | D．To save money |
| A．The heat-seeking sensory equipment | B．A simple cure for all kinds of diseases. |
| C．An all-natural alternative to street lights. | D．An effective virus-killer within living tissues. |
| A．The good and bright future should be ours. |
| B．Bioluminescence is widely used in our life. |
| C．The technologies are good enough to apply. |
| D．The search is on for the use of organic light sources. |
Whatever your level is, choosing to take French lessons in France is the best way to learn French. Place yourself in the local culture and practice your newly found skills in your free time.
You will be taught by native (本地的) French speakers who have a love for teaching and use excellent teaching techniques. Lessons are interesting and you will speak French on the first day both inside and outside the classroom.
Learners
● Suitable for all levels from beginners to advanced (高级的)
● Over 18 years old
Class Schedule (课表)
● Classes start on Mondays and run throughout the summer.
● Please arrive at the school by 815 am on your first day for a short level test. It will help to place you in the right class.
● Classes run from Monday to Friday each week.
● Classes start at 845 am each day depending on your level.
● You will have 3 classes per day lasting 55 minutes each.
● You will have a short break between classes.
Free Time and Tours
● The school offers a lot of cultural activities throughout the week. These activities can include cooking lessons, wine and cheese tasting, visits to Paris, cycling, movies and much more.
● You will have plenty of free time to explore (探索) the local area and practice your newly found language skills or just relax on this learning holiday with a difference.
Other Information
● You should bring a small dictionary, pens and paper with you.
Get more from your holiday, have fun, meet new people and take home a new language skill that will stay with you forever.
1. What is special about the French courses?
| A．They are taught in small groups. |
| B．The teachers are young French speakers. |
| C．People learn French in and out of class. |
| D．They will offer a wine tasting license. |
| A．take a language test | B．pay for their study |
| C．do a survey | D．introduce themselves to the class |
| A．21. | B．30. | C．15. | D．12. |
【推荐1】Events at The University of Manchester
Telescope Walking Tours
We’ll be hosting our popular Telescope Walking Tours daily from 5 July to 5 August, 2020. You can join one of our friendly Explainers as they take you for a walk around the base of the impressive Lovell Telescope. You’ll explore its amazing history and discover some of its ground-breaking research. Walking Tours last about 45 minutes, will take place indoors if wet, and are available on a drop-in basis.
Art Basket
Are you and your family hungry to get creative? Pick up a picnic basket with a difference.
Come to our Oxford Road or Parkside entrance and pick up one of our special baskets—free and available at any time during gallery opening hours, daily from 31 May to 31 August, 2020. Pack your basket full of art materials and head off to our galleries. Come back later, and we’d love to see what you’ve clone.
Elizabeth Price
Bringing together many new and well-known works, including drawings, sculptures and videos, the exhibition will start on 1 March, 2020 and it runs till 25 May, 2020.
Her Turner Prize winning THE WOOLWORTHS CHOIR of 1 979 , remembering that terrible fire in Manchester, will be shown in the city for the first time.
Children’s Story Competition
From “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” and “Charlotte” Web” to “Spiderman”, insects have inspired countless much-loved stories and comics. Enter your ideas into our story competition lasting from 5 March to 1 J line, 2020. Winners in each age category will be chosen by experts and professional writers and will be featured in a special exhibition publication in summer 2020.
1. What can you do on Telescope Walking Tours?| A．To experience a space walk. |
| B．To take exercise indoors or outdoors. |
| C．To learn some knowledge of astronomy. |
| D．To explore the historic buildings on foot. |
| A．On May 25, 2020. | B．On August 5, 2020. |
| C．On June 1, 2020. | D．On August 31, 2020. |
| A．Telescope Walking Tours. | B．Art Basket. |
| C．Elizabeth Price. | D．Children’s Story Competition. |
【推荐2】Zurich Region is top for leisure and pleasure. Gentle hills, peaceful woods, the unpolluted lakes and rivers, picturesque villages—and all just a stone's throw from the Alps. Zurich Region is the ideal starting point for all kinds of short trips.
Zurich
With opera, ballet, shows, musicals, art exhibitions in over 50 museums and 100 galleries, time never drags in Zurich. The famous Bahnhofstrasse and the Limmatquai are always a shopper's paradise. Over 1,700 restaurants and bars serve both traditional Zurich and Swiss dishes as well as foreign specialties. The evenings will leave you spoilt for choice: indoors or outdoors, anything is possible as far as the nightlife in Zurich goes.
Winterthur
Winterthur has blossomed from a former industrial town to a lively place for all racial groups and types of culture. Winterthur is an important museum town — it has 17 in all—and also offers a wide range of culture, sports and entertainment. Among the numerous night clubs and bars you will also find the only bar in Switzerland that opens 24 hours a day, every day of the year. The Rhine Falls, the biggest waterfall in Europe, is just a 20 minute drive from Winterthur.
Rapperswil & Lake Zurich
Rapperswil, a town at the upper end of Lake Zurich, will charm you with its many attractions: the castle, the medieval(中世纪的) old town, the historical wooden bridge and Knies Children’s Zoo. Equally, however, the Alpamare water park and Atzmännig slide & trampoline paradise are just as much part of this family-friendly destination. Summer or winter, the Lake Zurich region offers many opportunities for sport.
Zug
Even the residents of Zug never get tired of the sunsets: when the sun goes down over the lake, the horizon goes blood-red, and all eyes turn to the romantic show of colour on the water. Equally charming is the historic centre of the town, best experienced by leisurely walking its narrow and winding alleys(小巷), wandering on the pretty lakeside and sitting at one of the many street cafés to watch the world go by.
1. What does the underlined sentence “ time never drags in Zurich” in Paragraph 2 mean?| A．You will regret visiting Zurich. |
| B．You won’t feel bored in Zurich. |
| C．You can purchase freely in Zurich. |
| D．You can experience nightlife in Zurich. |
| A．Its museums. |
| B．Its multi-culture. |
| C．Its 24-hour bar. |
| D．Its developed industry. |
| A．Zurich. | B．Winterthur. |
| C．Rapperswil & Lake Zurich. | D．Zug. |
| A．By admiring the sunsets. |
| B．By walking around casually. |
| C．By seeing the color of water. |
| D．By communicating with residents. |
| A．A travel brochure. | B．A news report. |
| C．A science magazine. | D．A geography textbook. |
【推荐3】Suppose you meet a person for the first time who comes from a distant country but is fluent in your language. Would you adapt the tone of your voice, or the spacing of pauses in your speech? Would you adjust your body language and facial expressions, depending on the background of the person in front of you?
These are just a handful of the shifts in behavior that can contribute to what is known as your “cultural intelligence”, or CQ.” The number one predictor of your success in today’s borderless world is not your IQ, or not even your expertise(专长),” writes social scientist David Livermore in his book The Cultural Intelligence Difference. “It’s your CQ.”
Typically CQ is measured through a series of questions that assess four distinct components. The first is “CQ Drive” — the motivation to learn about other cultures. Then there is “CQ Knowledge”, which is an understanding of some of the general cultural differences you may face. “CQ Strategy” examines how you make sense of those difficult conflicts and learn from them, while “CQ Action” involves your behavioral flexibility — whether you are able to adapt your conduct like a cultural chameleon.
“While understanding a specific culture can be useful, it may not predict at all your ability to engage effectively in a new place,” says Livermore. “In fact, our research finds that individuals who have lived in multiple locations for extended time are more likely to have higher CQ Knowledge than those who have lived multiple decades in one overseas setting.”
Someone with low CQ might have a tendency to judge everyone else’s behavior by his own cultural standards. If he comes from a more sociable environment, for instance, and notices that his Japanese colleagues are very quiet in a meeting, he may assume that they are being unfriendly or bored. A person at the top of the scale, meanwhile, might realize that silence is a sign of respect and that feedback won’t be given unless it is explicitly required. As a result, he’ll make sure to offer suitable opportunities within the meeting for others to provide their opinions.
1. Which of the following best describes “a cultural chameleon”?| A．Learning from other cultures to have a high CQ. |
| B．Taking action to overcome the communication barrier. |
| C．Changing behavior according to the cultural background. |
| D．Getting along well with others despite cultural differences. |
| A．Experiencing a variety of different cultures. | B．Spending a long time in a specific culture. |
| C．Talking with people from a distant country. | D．Living with people in another culture. |
| A．People with low CQ. | B．People with high CQ. |
| C．People from a different culture. | D．People from a sociable environment. |
| A．Those who are going to be a social scientist. |
| B．Those who want to learn about CQ Knowledge. |
| C．Those who conduct some research on CQ and IQ. |
| D．Those who interact with people from different cultures. |
