【推荐1】On the wall in my mother’s bedroom there was a photo, which showed a soldier with a gun. Below the photo was the word “Speaking”.
“Who’s that soldier called Speaking?” I asked one day.
“He was Harold.” She said. “He was my only brother. When the Second World War began, Harold was eighteen. I was twelve then, and my sisters were ten and nine”.
“Harold liked to play with us, and we often quarreled. When we quarreled, we said：We’re not speaking to you. But before long we were all happy again, and then we said: I’m speaking now. Are you speaking to me?”
“When the war broke out, Harold joined the army. A month later, he came to see us. He brought the gun to show us. Then he went miles away to the war. We didn’t see him for three years, three long, empty years. We didn’t often hear from him. But one day in May there was a loud bang（砰）on the front door…”
“I ran to open it. It was Harold! He was an old Harold, a thinner Harold. He looked at me with his two green eyes and smiled. That smile was just the same as before, then he said one word: ‘speaking’”.
“I didn’t…I couldn’t…answer. I just fell into his arms and he dropped his gun. He stayed with us for a month. We played all our old games again. Then he went back to the war, and never came back again. So I wrote the word on the photo.”
1. How old was the storyteller when Harold came back for the last time?

A．Thirty-five	B．Eighteen.
C．Fifteen.	D．Twenty-one.

2. Harold never came back again because________.

A．he didn’t want to speak to his sister any more

B．he died in the war

C．his sister had not answered him when he came back

D．he went far away to the war

3. Why did the mother hang the photo in her bedroom?

A．She wanted to keep a memory of her childhood.

B．It could awake her happy memories.

C．It could show that her brother was a great man.

D．She hung it there in memory of her brother.

【推荐2】Since I was five years old, I have been living a life with learning disabilities. Now this is not something I am ashamed of. No, not at all. It’s a part of me. It’s made me who I am.

However, that doesn’t mean it has been easy. I tolerated some pretty harsh bullying in school, mostly in junior high. It did great damage to my self-respect, let me tell you. All kinds of professionals made claims that I would not amount to much. They said I would never be able to live independently. I was a lost cause. When I graduated from high school and decided to enter the workforce, I received quite the wake-up call about how society felt about people with my condition. I enrolled in a local job program for the disabled. The head of the program announced his belief that I would always live below the poverty line. “Amy will always be on welfare”.

So after several years of frustration, I decided to give up the job search and become self-employed. For the past 13 years, I have been running my own dog-sitting business. Ifs just me and I work mostly around my neighborhood but the pay is good and the work is regular. This work has allowed me to pursue a writing career. I write regularly for several websites nationally and internationally with a focus on inspiration.

Two years ago, I self-published an autobiography titled “I Am Not Stupid” which is available through Amazon. My main goal as a writer Is not fame nor wealth. I want to use this gift that God has given me to make the world a better place.

With all that I have gone through over the years, I have decided not to live bitter. It hasn't been an easy journey, I’m not going to lie. I just want to get up even after being knocked down and keep fighting.

1. What do we know about the author?

A．She was born with learning disabilities.	B．She was respected by her school mates.
C．She has accepted who she is now.	D．She is living below the poverty line.

2. Why did the author decide to become self-employed?

A．This job freed her from poverty.	B．She liked to be independent.
C．Other jobs made her defeated.	D．She had no better way for a living.

3. What message is delivered in the passage?

A．Ifs uneasy not to live bitter.	B．A writing career suits the disabled.
C．Hardships bring people wealth.	D．He who never gives up will make it.

【推荐3】When I was young, I went looking for gold in California. I never found enough to make a rich strike. But I did discover a beautiful part of the country called Stanislau. Like Heaven on Earth, it had bright green hills and deep forests where soft winds touched the trees. By the time I arrived, the charming paradise had been deserted because miners’ good luck didn’t last.
Then, I realized I was not alone after all.
A man was smiling at me as he stood in front of his little house. Its front yard was full of blue and yellow flowers. White curtains hung from the windows and floated in the soft summer wind.
Still smiling, the man invited me inside. My spirit seemed to come to life again. I saw a bright rug(地毯) on the shining wooden floor. And on little tables there were seashells, books and china vases full of flowers. A woman had made this house into a home. The joy in my heart showed on my face. The man read my thoughts. “All her work.” He said affectionately, “Nothing here hasn’t felt the touch of her hand.”
One picture on the wall was not hanging straight. He went to fix it. He stepped back several times to make sure the picture was straight. Then he gave it a gentle touch. “She always does that,” he explained, “It is like the finishing pat a mother gives her child’s hair after she has brushed it. I don’t know why I do it. I just do it.”
As he talked, I went to a little black-walnut shelf that held a small picture of the most beautiful creature I had ever seen. There was a sweetness and softness in the woman’s expression. The man stared at the picture. “Nineteen her last birthday. That was the day we married. When you see her...ah, just wait until you meet her!” “Where is she now?” I asked. “Oh, she is away visiting her parents. This is Wednesday,” he said slowly. “She will be back on Saturday, in the evening.”
That night, I stayed. The man told me his name was Henry.
Thursday evening we had two visitors, Tom and Joe. “We just drop over to ask when little madam is coming home. Any news from her?” “Oh yes,” the man replied. “A letter.” He took a yellowed letter out of his wallet and read it. It was full of loving messages. While reading, he glimpsed his friends and cried out, “Oh no, you are doing it again, Tom! Take your hands away and let me see your eyes. I’m going to tell her this time!” “No, you mustn’t do that, Henry,” the grey-haired miner said. “I am getting old. And any little sorrow makes me cry. Lord, we miss her so.”
Saturday finally came.   
I was glad to see his two friends, Tom and Joe, with guitars, coming down the road as the sun began to set. They put the flowers they brought in vases and began to play some fast and lively songs.
Henry’s friends kept giving him glasses of whiskey. When I reached for one of the two remaining glasses, Tom stopped my arm. “Drop that! Take the other.” he whispered. I did so. Henry was served last. He had hardly swallowed his drink when the clock struck midnight. His face grew paler and paler. “Boys,” he said, “I am sick with fear. Help! I want to lie down.” Henry was asleep almost before the words were out of his mouth.
In a moment, those handy men had his clothes off and tucked him into his bed. They seemed to be getting ready to leave. So I said, “Please don’t go, gentlemen. She won’t know me. I am a stranger.” They glanced at each other. Then Joe said, “She? Poor thing, she’s been dead nineteen years!” “Dead?” I whispered. “That or worse.” he said.
“She went to see her folks half a year after she got married. On her way back, on a Saturday evening in June, when she was almost here, the Indians captured her. She’s never been heard of since. Henry ______ He thinks she is still alive. When June comes, he thinks she has gone on her trip to see her parents. Then he begins to wait for her to come back. We drop in here, three days before she’s due, to encourage him up and listen to him read the letter. On Saturday we all come and get everything ready for a dance. We’ve done it for nineteen years. The first Saturday there were twenty-seven of us, but only two now. We drug him to sleep through the night. Then he’s all right for another year.”
The two old men opened the door and disappeared into the darkness of Stanislau.
1. You can sense the existence of a woman from the following sentences EXCEPT “______”.

A．Soft winds touched the trees in Stanislau.

B．There was a bright rug on the shining wooden floor.

C．There were seashells, books and china vases full of flowers.

D．A little black shelf held a small picture of a woman.

2. Tom cried when Henry read the yellowed letter, because ______.

A．he was getting older and older

B．he was moved by the loving messages in the letter

C．he felt sad at the thought of Henry’s wife

D．he was disappointed that Henry’s wife would arrive so late

3. Tom stopped my reaching for whiskey because ______.

A．there was not enough whiskey for Henry	B．he didn’t want me to get drunk
C．that glass of whiskey was drugged	D．it was for Henry’s wife

4. The underlined phrase “went insane” probably means “lost his______”.

A．hope

B．mind

C．heart

D．temper

5. It can be inferred from the passage that ______.

A．Henry’s wife was 38 when she was last seen

B．Tom and Joe have heard the letter many times

C．the author stayed in Henry’s house because he was lost

D．the two miners came on Saturday to share past memories

6. The story is mainly about ______.

A．ever-lasting love	B．lifelong friendship
C．an unforgettable experience	D．charming Stanislau

【推荐1】They say there are three ways to experience the Grand Canyon; on foot, on mules (骡子) or by air. We chose the first. Up early, my husband and I and our three children couldn’t wait to get started. We decided to walk along a lovely path named Bright Angel Trail.

As we set out, I was shocked at how narrow the path was. And I couldn’t help noticing that the other tourists weren’t like us. They had heavy backpacks, water bottles, and hats, but as usual we were dressed. As the sun rose higher, Arizona’s famous heat seemed to roast us. There was no shade and our legs were aching. We decided to go back, with the girl on my back and the boys far behind. By the time we finally got back, our legs were like jelly.

The next day, after we’d had along rest and a good breakfast, we were ready for another view of the Canyon — by air. After our last walk, this would be the easiest thing in the world.

We called to each other excitedly as the plane circled around the Canyon. But the smiles on our faces disappeared as the pilot tossed (翻转) the plane around, pretending he was going to hit the ground. I shouted, “STOP, TAKE US BACK!” When we finally arrived back on land, once again our legs were like jelly. We hardly spoke as we drove back.

As I said, there are three ways to view the Grand Canyon. We never tried the mules, but personally I’d suggest a fourth: buy yourself a good magazine like National Geographic. That way, you can see the Canyon, without fear or tiredness.

1. According to the second paragraph, which of the following is TRUE?

A．They made careful preparations before the trip.

B．The children were more excited than their parents.

C．The heat didn’t prevent them from finishing the walk.

D．Bright Angel Trail was not as lovely as they expected.

2. The underlined sentence “Our legs were like jelly.” in paragraph 2 probably means “________”.

A．We were tired	B．We were injured
C．We were relaxed	D．We were energetic

3. Why did the family hardly speak as they drove back?

A．Because the pilot almost hit the ground.

B．Because they got frightened on the plane.

C．Because they arrived back on land later than expected.

D．Because the plane only circled around the Grand Canyon once.

4. We can infer from the last paragraph that ________.

A．a good magazine about the Grand Canyon is more affordable

B．visiting the Grand Canyon on mules would be the best option

C．the trip to the Grand Canyon does not necessarily suit everyone

D．there can be more exciting ways to view the Grand Canyon in person

【推荐2】In my heart, I have a special place for libraries. I have for as long as I can remember. I was always an enthusiastic reader, sometimes reading up to three books a day as a child. Stories were like air to me and while other kids played ball or went to parties, I lived out adventures through the books I checked out from the library.

My first job was working at the Ukiah Library when I was 16 years old. It was a dream job and I did everything from shelving books to reading to the children for story time.

As I grew older and became a mother, the library took on a new place and an added meaning in my life. I had several children and books were our main source of entertainment. It was a big deal for us to load up and go to the local library, where my kids could pick out books to read or books they wanted me to read to them.

I always read, using different voices, as though I were acting out the stories with my voice and they loved it! It was a special time to bond with my children and it filled them with the wonderment of books.

Now, I see my children taking their children to the library and I love that the excitement of going to the library lives on from generation to generation.

As a novelist, I’ve found a new relationship with libraries. I encourage readers to go to their local library when they can’t afford to purchase a book. I see libraries as a shelter for readers and writers, a bridge that helps put together a reader with a book. Libraries, in their own way, help fight book piracy (盗版行为) and I think all writers should support libraries in a significant way when they can. Encourage readers to use the library. Share library announcements on your social media. Frequent them and talk about them when you can.

1. Which word best describes the author’s relationship with books as a child?

A．Changeable.

B．Uneasy.

C．Casual.

D．Dependent.

2. What does the underlined phrase “an added meaning” in paragraph 3 refer to?

A．Joy of reading shared in the family.	B．Pleasure from working in the library.
C．Wonderment from acting out the stories.	D．A closer bond developed with the readers.

3. What does the author call on other writers to do?

A．Give away books.	B．Support libraries.
C．Write book reviews for libraries.	D．Buy her novels.

4. Which can be a suitable title for the text?

A．How I Became a Good Reader	B．Building More Libraries
C．My Love of the Library	D．Library: A Place for Enjoyment

【推荐3】My senior year of high school was a very hectic one, to say the least. If I wasn’t studying or worrying about my grades, I was working on after-class activities. It seemed as if my life had turned into one crazy cloud of confusion and I hoped to find some sort of direction.

Finally, I got a part-time job at the local coffee shop. I hoped it would be easy and, for the most part, stress-free. I imagined myself pouring coffee and becoming close friends with my customers.

But what I hadn’t expected was the people with so many orders that I almost can’t have a rest. And there were moments when I was very angry simply because I couldn’t seem to please anyone. There was always too much sugar, too little ice, or not enough skim milk. However, I kept at it.

One day, one of my customers came in, depressed. Before he left, I handed him a bag along with his iced coffee. He looked at me questioningly because he hadn’t ordered anything but the coffee. He opened the bag and saw his favorite doughnut (甜甜圈) I had given him. He smiled and thanked me before heading out into the rain.

The next evening, he came. Instead of ordering something, he handed me a single pink rose and a note.

“Thanks for being so sweet and thoughtful yesterday. It is so nice to meet someone who’s warm and unselfish. Please don’t change your ways because I truly believe that you will do better. Have a great day!”

As time went on, I did come across some customers really particular. But anytime I felt depressed, I thought of that man and his kindness. Then I would smile, hold my head up high, clear my throat and ask politely, “How can I help you?”

1. What does the underlined word “hectic” in Paragraph 1 mean?

A．Glad.

B．Interesting.

C．Amazing.

D．Busy.

2. What can we know about the author’s part-time job?

A．It is easy and stress-free.	B．It is quite busy and challenging.
C．It doesn’t need special skills.	D．It gives the author a feeling of freshness.

3. The customer’s note ________.

A．showed his thanks to the author.	B．offered suggestions to the author.
C．encouraged the author to work harder.	D．gave an explanation of his condition.

4. What does the author want to convey through the passage?

A．Kind words are worth much but cost little.

B．It is impossible to satisfy everyone in our life.

C．A small act of kindness can make a big difference.

D．Our attitude determines our suffering or our freedom.

【推荐1】Become an Atlantis Jr. Aquarist and spend 3 days working with marine life! Food prepping to feeding the animals to snorkeling (浮潜) and learning about coral reefs, it’s a week of marine adventure!

Marine Adventure Camp
June 24--28; Monday--Friday
July 8--12; Monday--Friday
July 29--August 2; Monday--Friday
August 12--16; Monday--Friday
5 days/4 nights Ages: 10 to 14 Price: $595 (not inclusive of room cost)	Camp Hours
	Monday:        5:45 p. m. to 7:30 p. m. Tuesday:        8:00 a. m. to 3:00 p. m. Wednesday:       9:00 a. m. to 5:30 p. m. Thursday:       9:00 a. m. to 4:00 p. m. Friday:               Check out (or you may extend your stay on your own). *Please note: Programming subject to change based on weather conditions.
Package Components	Dress Code
1. Amenity(便利设施）Package —Camp Name Badge —Mask and Snorkel —Messenger Bag —Cap —Towel —Marine Life Guide —Water Bottle 2. Welcome Dinner 3. Lunch for 3 days (venue to be determined) 4. Behind the Scenes with our Sea Keeper Team 5. Behind the Scenes with our Marine Mammal Team 6. Fish food preparation and hand feeding 7. Ruins Snorkel 8. Stingray Snorkel 9. Blue Adventure Snorkel Trip 10. Shark Walk with Stuart Cove	T-Shirts Shorts Swimsuits Water Shoes (Since most water shoes are uncomfortable for the amount of walking they do, especially when wet, you are not allowed to change into water shoes when you prepare to swim.) Sun Block
	Important Notes
	All attendees must be able to swim without assistance. All attendees must speak fluent English. Camp name badge must be worn daily. Attendees must be at least 10 years of age.

1. You can get to know all the information about the Marine Adventure Camp EXCEPT _________.

A．camp hours

B．camp price

C．things to bring

D．daily schedules

2. The Marine Adventure camp is suitable for _________.

A．Tom, who has just graduated from high school

B．Jerry, who has saved up 600 dollars for summer holiday

C．Mary, a local 6 grader who likes swimming

D．Edward, who has been offered a position in an aquarium

3. Which of the following can be learned from the passage?

A．Attendees don’t wear water shoes when they go swimming.

B．All attendees must check out on the last day of the camp.

C．The programs are fixed and no minor changes will be made.

D．Attendees will have a 5-day experience working with marine life in the camp.

【推荐3】Welcome to Open Days—Tours of America's Best Private Gardens

Registration(注册) is now open for all Open Days through. September. Registration for Open Days will open about two months before each event.

We made several big changes to the program last year, and all of them will remain in place for our 2022 Open Days season, including:

·Online pre-registration is required for each garden. In our website, please click and register for each garden you would like to visit. Children under 12 are free and do not need to be pre-registered if they come with a pre-registered adult.

·The number of visitors is limited. Sorry, no walk-ins allowed; no paper tickets or cash payments will be accepted on-site.

·Registrations won’t be returned. Sorry, we are not able to offer your money back unless we call off the event.

About special activities
Garden Extras Many Open Days hosts provide the guests with guided tours and additional activities such as book-signings, plant sales, or demonstrations(展示). These Garden Extras are free with Open Days garden admission(入场费).
Digging Deeper Special site-specific programs were added in 2015 and quickly became popular. In these Digging Deeper events, small groups of visitors come together for informative yet informal talks and demonstrations with experts from the garden world: garden writers, plant collectors, artists, and more. Advance registration and pre-purchase are required. Space is limited and they fill up quickly!
Garden Masters Series In 2019, we introduced the Garden Masters Series. These events provide a chance for deep learning, inspiration, and a unique experience with like-minded friends and fellow garden lovers. Book early.
1. What is required for the 2022 Open Days season?

A．On-site payment.	B．Paper admission tickets.
C．Online advance registration.	D．Application for refund.

2. What do we know about Garden Extras?

A．They are included in the admission.	B．They provide chances for further learning.
C．They are used by the host to make money.	D．They allow visitors to grow their own plants.

3. What’s the main purpose of the text?

A．To comment.

B．To warn.

C．To discuss.

D．To inform.