You didn't carry me inside you,or give birth to me. Yet our connection as mother and daughter is just as deep,maybe even deeper,as it would have been if we'd had a physical connection.
Even though I’m in my twenties now,we still celebrate my "special day" every June; the anniversary of the date that I legally became your daughter,and was brought from my home to live with you and.Dad.It's a date that I never want to forget, because it marked the beginning of our lives together as a family.
I was just nine weeks old when I was given up by my birth mother. I don't know much about her,only that she wanted me to grow up in a proper family, with a better life than she could give me.I'm certain that I've had every opportunity in life that my birth mother would have dreamed for me. You paid for me to go to a private school, and encouraged me to study hard and to go on to university.When I was a teenager. You were my taxi driver, encouraging me to diving competitions and cheering me on from the sidelines.
Every year we took family holidays.As an only child, because you and Dad understandably didn't want to put yourselves through the difficult adoption process again, I was always spoiled with toys, and so much attention.
Probably the greatest gift that you've ever given me was to feel proud about being adopted. It was never kept a secret in our house and you were always very open about how I’d come to be your daughter.
You're my mother in all the ways that really matter, Mum. When I'm stressed with work, or heartbroken over a failed relationship.It's you I call. When I'm sick, you'll drive to my flat to look after me, when I have something to celebrate, we'll go out together. You're my best friend,Mum.
Love, Hannah
1. The“special day" in the second paragraph refers to the day________.| A．the author was born | B．the author was adopted |
| C．the author went to a private school | D．marked the beginning of the author's life |
| A．is very satisfied with the family | B．was spoiled too much by the family |
| C．hates the mother who gave birth to her | D．was heartbroken because of being adopted |
| A．comment on her family life |
| B．demonstrate how she was brought up |
| C．express thanks to the mother who adopted her |
| D．explain how she became a daughter of the family |
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【推荐1】I was at the funeral of my dearest friend - my mother. She finally had lost her long battle with cancer. The hurt was so intense; I found it hard to breathe at times. Always supportive, Mother clapped loudest at my school plays, held the box of tissues while listening to my first heartbreak, comforted me at my father’s death, and prayed for me my entire life.
When mother’s illness was diagnosed, my sister had a new baby and my brother had recently married his childhood sweetheart, so it fell on me, the 27-year-old middle child, to take care of her. I counted it an honor. My place had been with our mother, preparing her meals, taking her to the doctor, reading the Bible together. Now she was in heaven. My work was finished, but I was alone.
Deep in sorrow, suddenly, I heard a door open and slam shut at the back of the church. Quick footsteps hurried along the carpeted floor. A young man looked around briefly and then sat next to me. He folded his hands and placed them on his lap. His eyes started to be filled with tears.
“I’m late,” he explained, though no explanation was necessary.
After several eulogies(悼词), he leaned over and commented, “Why do they keep calling Mary by the name of Margaret?”
“Because that was her name, Margaret. Never Mary.” I whispered, wondering who the stranger was anyway.
“Isn’t this the Lutheran church?”
“No, the Lutheran church is across the street.”
“Oh ...”
“I believe you’re at the wrong funeral, Sir.”
The solemnness(庄重)of the occasion mixed with the realization of the man’s mistake bubbled up inside me and came out as laughter. Sharp looks from other mourner(哀悼者)only made the situation seem more stupid. I peeked at the confused, misguided man seated beside me. He was laughing too, as he glanced around, deciding it was too late for an uneventful exit. I imagined Mother laughing.
At the final “Amen,” we rushed out a door and into the parking lot. “I do believe we’ll be the talk of the town. By the way, my name is Rick,” he smiled.
That afternoon began a lifelong journey for me with this man who attended the wrong funeral, but was in the right place. A year after our meeting, we were married at a country church. This time we both arrived at the same church, right on time.
In my time of sorrow, God gave me laughter. In place of loneliness, God gave me love. This past June, we celebrated our twenty-second wedding anniversary. Whenever anyone asks us how we met, Rick tells them, “Her mother and my Aunt introduced us, and it’s truly a match made in heaven.”
1. Only the author could take care of her mom mainly because __________.| A．her mom loved her much more than other children |
| B．she was the eldest daughter in the family |
| C．a lovely baby came into her brother’s family |
| D．she was the only child without a new family’s burden |
| A．Rick was late for the funeral because he didn’t know the name of deceased. |
| B．The author felt reluctant to undertake the work of tending her mother. |
| C．Rick remained at the funeral even though he knew he had made a mistake. |
| D．The author and Rick resembled in personality because neither could control emotions. |
| A．Margaret should be the name of Rick’s aunt. |
| B．The author was supposed to be at the Lutheran church. |
| C．The author and Rick met 22 years ago for the first time. |
| D．The mourners at the funeral considered the author’s joy improper. |
| A．Two Funerals at a Time | B．Hope Remains at the Funeral |
| C．A heavenly Encounter | D．Manners Matter at the Funeral |
【推荐2】A young man once went into town and bought himself a pair of trousers. When he got home, he went upstairs to his bedroom and put them on. He found that they were about two inches (英寸) too long.
He went downstairs to the kitchen. His mother and two sisters were washing up the tea things there. “The new trousers are too long,” he said. “They need shortening by about two inches. Could one of you do it for me, please?” His mother and sisters were busy and none of them said anything.
But as soon as his mother had finished washing up, she went quietly upstairs to her son’s bedroom and shortened the trousers by two inches. She came downstairs without saying anything to her daughters.
Later on, after supper, the elder sister remembered her brother’s trousers. She was a kind-hearted girl, so she went quietly upstairs without saying anything to anyone, and shortened the trousers by two inches.
The younger sister went to the cinema, but when she came home, she, too, remembered her brother’s trousers. So she ran upstairs and did as her mother and sister had done.
You can imagine the look on the young man’s face when he put the trousers on the next morning.
1. The young man’s trousers were ________ for him at first.| A．a bit too long | B．very good | C．not too long | D．too short |
| A．cooking | B．making tea | C．washing clothes | D．washing cups, glasses and so on |
| A．in the evening | B．after lunch |
| C．as soon as she had finished the washing | D．after she came back from the cinema |
| A．two | B．four | C．six | D．eight |
【推荐3】Generation gap, a story that defines every parent and child!
Nowadays we all talk of generation gap; the older generation is often heard criticizing the present generation, and the younger generation hardly bothers to give ears to what’s been taught. And all they blame at the end is “generation gap”. But what causes the gap on earth?
Difference in thinking: Whether it is about eating out, planning a holiday, choosing an entertainment source or for that matter selecting one’s clothing type, there is a huge difference that exists in the thinking of parents and kids. While parents still stick to the age old belief, the kids on the other hand swear by the latest technology.
The lifestyle: Parents support the deeply rooted traditional culture, while kids leave no chance of rebelling against the age old traditions and customs. They want to live life on their own terms and the slightest of interference from parents will make them feel insecure about their freedom. Society, morals and ethics often appear to them as threat to their free life.
Parental expectation: This is something where only the parents are responsible. Often we find parents trying to live their unfulfilled dreams through their kids, which apparently makes life a burden, hard enough for the kids to handle. Too much of expectations from parents often lead the kids to rebel when they fail to live up to them.
Lack of communication: Last but not the least, lack of proper communication is the main reason of generation gap. Communication is not just talking or asking about your child’s daily routine or the demanding of something from you. Communication is more about sharing your thoughts, ideas and at the same time trying to acknowledge and listening what others say.
1. What will happen to the kids if their parents stick to the age old belief?| A．Trusting modern technology. | B．Rebelling against their belief. |
| C．Giving ears to what’s been taught. | D．Communicating with them patiently. |
| A．Parents’ habits. | B．Parents’ interference |
| C．Parents’ choices. | D．Parents’ support. |
| A．Difference in thinking. | B．The lifestyle. |
| C．Parental expectation. | D．Lack of communication. |
【推荐1】Tim was walking home from school one day when he noticed a boy ahead of him. He had tripped (绊倒) and dropped all of the books he was carrying along with some clothes, a baseball bat and a glove.
Tim knelt down and helped the boy pick up the things. Since they were going the same way, he offered to carry some things for the boy.
As they walked, Tim knew that the boy’s name was Sam. He loved video games, baseball and history, but he was having trouble with some of his subjects.
They arrived at Sam’s home first. Tim was invited in for a Coke and to watch some television. The afternoon passed pleasantly with some laughs and talk. Then Tim went home.
They continued to see each other at school and had lunch together once or twice a week.
Three days before they finished high school, Sam asked Tim if they could talk. Sam reminded Tim of the day years ago when they had first met. “Did you ever wonder why I was carrying so many things home that day?’’ asked Sam. “You see, I took away all my things from school. I had stored away some of my mother’s sleeping pills. I was going home to kill myself. But after we spent some time talking and laughing, I realized that if I had died, I would have missed so many good times. So you see, Tim, when you picked up those books that day, you did a lot more.
| A．didn’t notice that | B．helped him pick up the things |
| C．carried all the things for him | D．went away quickly |
| A．Tim and Sam were brothers. | B．Tim and Sam were in the same school. |
| C．Sam was good at all of his subjects. | D．Sam finally killed himself. |
| A．playing video games | B．drinking some Coke |
| C．having a pleasant talk | D．watching TV |
| A．hoped to go on holiday together | B．wanted to kill himself again |
| C．hoped to have lunch together | D．wanted to tell him his story |
| A．You saved my life. | B．I should die. |
| C．You did a good job. | D．You helped me a lot. |
【推荐2】I wouldn't describe myself as a fashion-lover and I don't usually spend a great deal of money on clothes. However, I do love cheap ones and I am terrible at throwing away old clothes. Some people cannot understand this. If it's old, why would you want to keep it? Well, the answer is simple. Clothes are memories and, just like memories, they can be sweet and precious.
My favorite jacket is a black and white wool one with a cool print. There are several holes in it, and even a big hole in the pocket when I happen to set it on fire ... Oops. I really should throw it away but I can't bring myself to do it.It reminds me of one of my favorite travels.I bought it in a market on the suburbs（郊区）of Lima,Peru.The first time I wore it,I was on a trip to an amazing water and light show in a park on that day.My friend and I had so much fun and I've made many memories wearing that jacket ever since.
It's the same with jewellery too. My friend made me a beautiful necklace with a piece of glass from the island where I grew up. She gave it to me so I would always have apiece of home with me. It's one of the loveliest gifts I' ve ever received and I haven't taken it off since then. Perhaps one day it will break somehow, but I could never throw it away.
1. What does the underlined word "It" in Para.2 refer to?| A．The pocket. | B．The fire. |
| C．The jacket. | D．The travel. |
| A．Unlucky. | B．Exciting. |
| C．Tiring. | D．Disappointing. |
| A．It was made of glass. |
| B．A friend lent it to the author. |
| C．It was thrown away. |
| D．The author broke it carelessly. |
| A．Don't Spend Too Much on Travel |
| B．What Old Things Can Bring Us |
| C．Never Buy Any Cheap Things |
| D．How Jewellery Is Made by Hand |
How is everything going? I have been in Leeds for more than 3 months. I miss you all so much during this time, especially at this turning of the year. I still remember the Christmas and New Year party we had together last year. It is a pity that I cannot celebrate this great festival with you this year, but I hope I can share my happiness with you through this letter.
After I entered in the British University, I realized that the foundation course I have taken is extremely important and helpful. Actually, most of the content of my present module has already been covered by IFY. Therefore, it is not difficult to follow the lectures and tutorials. Compared to the other Chinese students who took the foundation course in Britain, we are in a better stage in terms of both academic English and the knowledge of re levant subjects. More importantly, the IFY course has fully prepared us for the new style of study here. I would like to thank Juliet, Paul, Net, Scott and Chris with all my heart, because without your help, I wouldn’t be able to cope with the study in Britain.
I would also like to thank Cynthia, Sophia, Cathy and all the other staff in Qingdao ACE Programme. Thanks for your help in the last year, and thanks for your advice on my choice of university. It is you who make studying abroad possible for me.
The last one year’s study in IFY course was one of my most pleasant memories. While coping with the challenges of life in Britain, I always think back to the time when I was with you. I cannot forget every lectures and tutorials, and I cannot forget the times that we played together. You are not only my teachers, but also my good friends . I will miss you all. Hope I can see you when I go back to Chin a in summer.
Wish you every success in your life and keep good mood every day!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Love,
Phoebe
1. This letter was written by ________.| A．a Chinese student now in China |
| B．a Chinese student now in Britain |
| C．a Britain student now in China |
| D．a Britain student in Britain |
| A．a course opened in British universities |
| B．a course opened only in summer |
| C．a foundation course taken before going to British universities |
| D．a foundation course taken while in British universities |
| A．start with | B．deal with | C．go on with | D．go with |
| A．happy | B．thankful | C．sorry | D．respectful |
【推荐1】STEM Summer Programs for High School Students
STEM is a term that stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Here is a list of some of the best STEM summer camps for high school students.
Future Matters Program
It is an 8-week paid summer research experience for high school students. This is a hands-on program for students interested in going after a career in medical research. Students will attend seminars led by the faculty and participate in discussions with peers.
Simons Summer Research
It is a seven-week program located at Stony Brook University. Students will have the opportunity to participate in special workshops, tours and events free of charge. They will conclude the program producing a written research abstract and a research poster.
Research Science Institute
It is the first cost-free summer program of its kind. During this six-week program, students will dive deeper into the world of science and engineering by experiencing the entire research cycle. In this program students will attend classes conducted by famous professors and prepare written and oral presentations to present their research.
Program in Math for Young Scientists
This is a six-week intensive mathematics program designed for students across the globe. Unlike common programs, it offers a great deal of independence for students to choose their own schedules and decide what they want to study. Besides learning, there is also “mandatory (强制的) fun time” built into the weekly schedule so that students are able to have non-math related activities.
1. Which program best suits students who want to be doctors?| A．Future Matters Program. | B．Simons Summer Research. |
| C．Research Science Institute. | D．Program in Math for Young Scientists. |
| A．The topic. | B．The expense. | C．The duration. | D．The content. |
| A．Cultivating independent skills. | B．Attending non-math activities. |
| C．Tailoring personal schedules. | D．Enrolling international students. |
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| Name: Claude Anseri Country: France Native language: French Time in U.S.: 8 months Family: I live with my wife and two-year-old daughter. Work: I was an art school student in France. But now I’m working as a cook. Interests: I love to cook (and eat). I also like to go mountain climbing. |
| Name: Suchen Wang Country: China Native language: Chinese Time in U.S.: 10 months Family: I have 3 boys and 2 girls. They’re all attending school here. My husband is a businessman and lives in Taiwan. Work: I was a math teacher but now I’m a housewife. Interests: I like reading, listening to music and drawing. |
| Name: Norma Ruiz Country: Russia Native language: Russian Time in U.S.: 2 years Family: My mother and 4 brothers live in Russian. I’m here by myself. Work: I worked as a nurse in my country. Here I’m a driver. Interests: I like to see films and buy videos. I love to study. |
| A．Two | B．three | C．four | D．five |
| A．Claude Anseri | B．Norma’s mother | C．Norma Ruiz | D．Suchen Wang |
| A．Claude Anseri | B．Suchen Wang | C．Norma Ruiz | D．Suchen Wang’s husband |
| A．France | B．the U.S. | C．Taiwan | D．Russian |
| A．with her two-year-old daughter | B．with her husband | C．with her mother | D．alone |
【推荐3】This year, we are once again bringing our annual Adopt-a-Book Evening online via two salons (沙龙). The program provides essential funding to support the conversation, acquisition, and digitization of books, manuscripts, and other materials held by the world’s largest museum complex and research institution.
September 20—Adopt-a-Book Salon: The Lived Experience
5: 30 to 6: 45 pm ET
Focusing on stories of life from across the Libraries and Archives (档案馆).
September 26—Adopt-a-Book Salon: Your Smithsonian: Past, Present, and Future
5: 30 to 6: 45 pm ET
Showing items celebrating the Smithsonian, past, present, and future.
$35 per person, per event. We’re offering a discount if you attend both salons: $ 60 for both.
FAQs.
How will the salons work?
The events will be held on Zoom, and each one will feature about 20 books presented by six of our librarians and archivists. After you buy your ticket, you’ll get the link to join. Right before 5: 30 pm ET on the day of the event, you’ll click on that link to join the Zoom. Then you’ll be rotated (轮换) through three “rooms”. While it would be great to see you during the event, you certainly don’t need to have your camera on if you don’t want to! However, we do recommend that you join by computer so that you can see the presentations.
How do I adopt during the event?
This year, you’ll be able to bid on (竞标) your favorite items during and after the events. After you buy your tickets, you’ll receive the link to the online auction (拍卖) before the event, and you’ll have the chance to browse. Once the auction opens, you’ll be able to place the bid. You will have to set up an account and provide your credit card information to ensure that your bid is legal. If you have the winning bid, a member of our team will follow up to process your donation with you or provide our address for you to send a check.
1. How much should a couple pay if they attend both of the salons?| A．$60 | B．$70 | C．$120 | D．$140 |
| A．It will last more than two hours. |
| B．It will be held in three virtual rooms. |
| C．It aims to excite people’s interest on reading. |
| D．It helps people learn about the Smithsonian’s history. |
| A．Providing your mailing address. |
| B．Sending a check to the provided address. |
| C．Joining by computer while keeping your camera on. |
| D．Setting up an account and providing your credit card information. |
