【推荐1】If you live in a small house you know how difficult it can be to find room to fit everything and still have enough living space.    1    .

Get rid of what you don’t use or need. If you have a small house you likely won’t have room for everything. Clean out all closets, garages and drawers.    2    . The less you have the easier it will be to organize.

    3    . Use baskets, shoe boxes and milk boxes to store items such as crafts, pictures and seasonal items. Clean out desks regularly to get rid of unneeded paperwork. Choose a shelf or closet for particular items. Put things back where they should be to keep things organized.

Throw away magazines and newspapers as soon as you read them.    4    . Keep a box for bills, invitations and mails you need to keep. This helps keep a small house easier to organize. Create more space by changing the garage into a living space.    5    . A garage can be turned into office space, a play room or exercise area.

A．Have a place for everything

B．Select furniture that takes up less space

C．It may be easier to organize a house if you add more space

D．Consider donating items you never use or have a big garage sale

E．Throw away junk mail and advertisements as soon as they come in

F．Make a careful plan in advance so that you can put everything in order

G．There are ways to organize a small house and make the most of the space you have

【推荐2】Winter isn't the easiest season to stay healthy. Darkness comes early, inspiring us to stay indoors instead of heading out to exercise, which is easy for you to become sick.     1    .Here are several simple ways to stay healthy in winter.

1. Take advantage of daylight

Winter days are shorter with much less natural light.    2    . Winter is also a great time to take a vacation in a sun- rich location, if you have the time and the resources.

2.     3    

It is harder to exercise when it's cold outside. If you're accustomed to walking, biking or running in the evenings，your plans have to change when it gets dark by late afternoon. See if you can switch your outdoor exercise routine to earlier in the day so you can still take advantage of daylight and get all the benefits of being outdoors.

And remember, you don't have to get all your exercise in at once. You can sneak (溜走)in 10 minutes here and there by running up and down your steps at home or just jogging around your block when you have time. Put on some music and dance in your living room or walk while talking on the phone.     4     .

3. Eat healthy food

    5    . But it's important to give your body healthy fuel to keep you energetic. Eat a   balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables，healthy whole grains, proteins and low-fat dairy.

A．Be active

B．Stay optimistic

C．But you can make a difference

D．It all adds up and will make you feel better

E．So try to get as much exposure to the sun as you can

F．You tend to turn to junk food when you stay indoors on a cold night

G．We often eat more in winter, which means we also tend to gain weight

【推荐3】As we all know, exercise provides a wealth of benefits. It makes you stronger, more flexible, more energetic, and increases your endurance.     1     By using your mind in fun, new ways, you can improve your memory well into old age and dramatically reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Recent studies have found the best thing you can do for your brain.     2     These brain activities include reading, writing, creating artwork, woodworking, and puzzle-solving. Anything you’ve never tried will be beneficial to your brain.

Taking up a new hobby such as cooking, playing a musical instrument, or games like chess provides your brain with a serious workout. Crossword, word jumbles, and other brain teasers can also help.

    3     Studies have shown fruits and vegetables high in antioxidants can help keep an aging brain in good shape. Aim for purple fruits and veggies like blueberries, plums, and prunes.     4     These foods include legumes, lean meat, dairy, grains, and dark leafy greens.

Human beings are living longer, so it just makes sense to prepare your mind for a lengthy old age.     5     Try something new, learn a new skill, and keep your brain firing well into your golden years.

A．You should exercise regularly!

B．You should keep learning new things!

C．You can also eat your way to a healthy brain.

D．Regular exercise can strengthen your brain, too.

E．Taking a few key steps can make all the difference.

F．Foods that are high in B vitamins can also help keep the mind sharp.

G．Purple fruits and veggies are not only healthy but also easy to find.

【推荐1】I’m interested in the Renaissance (文艺复兴), so I like visiting ancient Italian cities. Ferrara is called City of the Renaissance. When I learned about this city on the Internet, I decided to pay a visit to it.

The city has a certain charm, but I find it isn’t as great as other Italian cities like Verona, let alone Venice or Rome. The Michelin Green Guide gives it two stars, which is right.

I first visited the city centre. The Cathedral and Castello Estense are at the heart of the city. Both have striking appearances. I visited the Cathedral first. Castello Estense is also worth visiting, which owes its name to the powerful Este family. It was built with bricks and surrounded by a moat (护城河). At the lower levels, the history of the city and the Este family are told through displays, and in another part the ceilings are shown through mirrors on the ground.

In the north, we can appreciate the Renaissance extension of the town, with straight streets and monumental houses. The famous Palazzo dei Diamanti lies here. When I was visiting it, it started to rain, so after taking a few photos quickly, I cut my visit there short. It had been raining for a few days. When the rain ceased, I went to visit the historical centre and the Renaissance buildings.

After leaving there, I visited several other interesting places such as palaces and the narrow streets of the downtown. After four hours in Ferrara I left by train to Mantua. There I had a much better time.

1. Why did the author pay a visit to Ferrara?

A．Because it is related to the Renaissance.	B．Because it is full of charm.
C．Because it is a very famous city in Europe.	D．Because it is strongly recommended by a website.

2. What did the author think of The Michelin Green Guide’s comment on Ferrara?

A．Subjective.

B．Reasonable.

C．Unacceptable.

D．Unbelievable.

3. How could Castello Estense probably get its name according to the text?

A．It came from the historical buildings.	B．It originated from the straight streets.
C．It was named after the powerful Este family.	D．It was connected to the surrounding moat.

4. What can we infer from the text?

A．The writer thought Ferrara was as great as Venice.

B．The writer visited Palazzo dei Diamanti for a long time.

C．The writer was much more satisfied with the tour in Mantua than in Ferrara.

D．The writer was disappointed with the visit to the Cathedral and Castello Estense.

【推荐3】Visiting a theme park is a wonderful activity for a family during summer or other holidays.    1     Don't be worried if you're on a budget because through patient planning and research, you can still enjoy your trip without breaking the bank. Below are some guidelines on how to visit a theme park on a budget.

1. Determine your budget.

This is a very difficult part of your task since determining how much you can spend means going through a number of things.     2     Decide on how many days you will be staying in your selected destination.

2. List the activities where you'll spend money.

List down items that will definitely cost you money such as your housing, food fuel/fare, and other luxuries like souvenirs. If you ’re a parent, then negotiate(商定)with the children about rules and regulations like pocket money.     3     Bring cash because there will be times when banks and ATM machines won’t be online.

3.     4    

Ensure that you book air tickets months ahead because most airline companies offer discounts to early birds. You can call your preferred airline or check its website. And you can also subscribe to online travel services.

4. Ensure that you'll bring all essentials before traveling.

Bring travel essentials like toothbrush, shampoo, towel, and so on.     5     Making a list of things to bring will certainly help do it better.

A．Identify the number of people who'll be coming with you.

B．It's necessary to check your car before setting out.

C．Make this clear to children when packing up.

D．Please keep in touch with your family every day.

E．Don't forget to carry extra cash for emergencies.

F．There are various theme parks that adults and children can both enjoy.

G．Schedule your trip months ahead.