How do you notice a child genius (天才)? Gifted children tend to share three characteristics.
First, they develop skills at a very young age. Mozart began composing music when he was just five years old.
Second, they are self-starters. Srinivasa Ramanujan was building complex formula (公式) before he’d even been taught basic mathematics.
Third, gifted children can be crazy about their interests. For William James Sidis, a writer, had collected hundreds of street car models and had learned eight languages by the time he was eight. He was accepted at Harvard University at the age of 11.
They would all have been good members for Mensa, an international society for people with the highest IQs. Its youngest member is just two years old. But there can be disadvantages to being so clever. Members of American Mensa are three times more likely than the general public to suffer from allergies (过敏) or depression (抑郁), and they are almost six times more likely to struggle with anxiety.
These are just some of the physical and emotional problems that gifted children in particular may face.
Noticing those children is important, but many of them are being missed. To find out gifted children, you actually have to look for them in all places. The benefits can be huge when those “lost Einsteins” are found.
A study has been observing 5,000 gifted people since 1972. All of the children had test scores high enough to get into university when they were just 13. In adulthood, the first 1,650 people went on to publish 85 books, more than 7,500 articles. One-third of the group earned a doctor’s degree that is 17 times the national average.
The founder of Google and Lady Gaga were discovered as gifted children. The child geniuses who could change tomorrow’s world are already out there. But will we notice them?
1. What do we know about William James Sidis?A.He was only gifted in languages because he could speak 8 languages. |
B.He was famous for collecting hundreds of street car models. |
C.He was accepted at a top university at a young age. |
D.He was a well-known musician. |
A.Develop all skills at five. |
B.Teach themselves everything. |
C.Put a lot of time and energy into their interests. |
D.Be members of Mensa when they are 13 years old. |
A.All the gifted children struggle with physical and emotional problems. |
B.On national average, about 32 out of 1650 can earn a doctor’s degree. |
C.All of the 5,000 gifted people got into university at 13. |
D.Einstein was lost when he was young. |
A.How to notice a child genius. | B.The Lost child geniuses. |
C.The famous child geniuses. | D.The difficulties child geniuses may face. |
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【推荐1】Whether you’re a boy or a girl and whether you're a freshman or a senior, developing the following skills will help you achieve success in school and in life.
Time management. There are just 24 hours in each day. What you do with that time makes all the difference. While high-school students have an average of 35 hours per week of class time, college students have an average of 15 to 18 hours per week. Manage your free time wisely and you'll make full use of each day.
Good study habits. If you've got them, it's great. If not, there's still time to develop them. Good study habits include the following:
• Always be prepared for class, and attend classes regularly. No cutting!
• Finish homework in a timely manner.
• Review your notes daily rather than study for tests the night before.
• Set aside quiet time each day for study, even if you don't have homework or a test the next day!
Good note-taking. You can't possibly set down everything the teacher says since we talk at a pace of about 225 words per minute. But, you do need to set down the important material. Note-taking should be in a way that's the most helpful to you. You can try writing notes on different colored cards. If you really have a problem with note-taking, you might ask your teacher if you can record daily lessons. Do whatever it takes!
Review of daily notes. Don't wait until the night before the test to review your notes. Go over your notes each day while the lecture is still fresh in your mind. Add any missing pieces. Compare your notes with a classmate's notes. Review your notes each day to improve your learning and build towards your final goal: mastery of the subject or skill.
1. If you want to make good use of each day, you should______.A.achieve success in school and in life |
B.deal with your free time in a wise way |
C.develop good study habits earlier |
D.set aside some quiet time for study |
A.get them as early as you can |
B.study for tests the night before |
C.set down all the teacher says |
D.go over your notes every day |
A.To help write down the important material. |
B.To solve the problem with note-taking timely. |
C.To help you to master the subject greatly. |
D.To add any missing pieces to your notes. |
【推荐2】Being stuck at home doesn’t mean that learning stops. In fact, it’s just the opposite. Here are some activities and resources to foster kids’ imagination and build their curiosity at home.
Let’s Get Down to the Science
The science lab at school may be closed, but you can still put on a white lab coat and learn at home. This Test Tube Experiment Kit will make you feel like a genius in no time. Kids will get the chance to learn about basic chemistry, physics, and more by creating pop-resistant bubbles, bouncy balls, and other objects.
To Infinity(无穷) and Beyond
Earth is a part of the Milky Way Galaxy, but do you know there are around 100 million galaxies in the universe? There are so many fun and fascinating things to learn about space that the possibilities truly go to infinity and beyond. A great way to start your child’s educational space adventure is with this Real Life Sticker and Activity Book.
Take a Walk on the Wild Side
Biology class is in session! Here’s your chance to get up close and personal with a great white shark without putting on a wetsuit. This 4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit allows you to get an inside look at what makes these predators of the deep so powerful. And then take an even deeper dive into a shark’s world with I Am Shark.
Take advantage of this time at home and find new ways to keep exploring the world around you.
1. What is common among the activities in the passage?A.They are all carried out outdoors. |
B.They all recommend study resources to kids. |
C.They all encourage kids to do experiments. |
D.They are all associated with physics. |
A.4D Great White Shark Anatomy Kit. |
B.Test Tube Experiment Kit. |
C.Real Life Sticker and Activity Book. |
D.I Am Shark. |
A.To inspire kids to study at home. |
B.To save kids from boredom. |
C.To gain financial benefits. |
D.To explore new technologies. |
【推荐3】You probably know a dog named Snoopy,but you may not have heard who created the character.As a matter of fact,the creator was a terrible underachiever when he was a boy.While in the eighth grade,he failed subjects repeatedly.High school wasn’t much better;he flunked Latin,algebra,English,and received a grade of zero in physics.
He suffered many losses and rejections-just as people sometimes did in real life.Out of all the failures in his life,there was something that did hold great importance to this boy,his love of drawing.Although in high school,the cartoons he submitted to the yearbook were rejected,once out of school,the boy was so sure of his artistic talent that he approached Walt Disney Studios with drawing works.I wish I could say the studios loved his work and immediately hired him,but such was not the case;another huge rejection.
Despite his lack of successes,this boy did not give up.He then decided to write his own autobiography in cartoons,about a little boy who was regarded as a loser and a nobody.The name of this boy was Charles Schulz,the creator of the comic dog Snoopy.
In life,it is sometimes easy to feel like a nobody,We pass hundreds of people on the street on our way to work,or walk through a faceless crowd in a mall,and no one seems to notice or care.Deep inside,we may know we are special and unique and have lots to offer,but unless someone takes the time to look our way and give us a chance,we may feel worthless.
Just as Charles Schulz had faith in his artistic talent,so too,we must realize that nobody is a nobody.
1. Which of the following best explains”flunked”underlined in Paragraph 1?A.Failed. | B.Defeated. |
C.Attained. | D.Misunderstood. |
A.Be acquainted with more people. | B.Offer more special and unique skills. |
C.Ask for others’appreciation. | D.Believe we can make some difference. |
A.The Story of a Hard-working Boy | B.Nobody is a Nobody. |
C.The Dream of Snoopy’s Creator | D.Success is Built upon Failure. |
My main reason for coming here was the Human Rights course. When I was at school I couldn’t decide whether I wanted to be a doctor or a lawyer, but having decided to be a lawyer, I then had to choose which first degree I should take before starting law school in another city. I’ve always wanted to help people and I figured that taking Human Rights would allow me to learn about how I can make a real difference in the world.
VladimirI love maths. I was torn between two possibilities: I could become an engineer and apply maths at a practical level. Or I could become a maths teacher. I needn’t have worried because in the end I didn’t have to choose! I got everything I wanted thanks to my university, which will qualify me to be a high school teacher while gaining a general engineering degree at the same time.
OsvaldoOne of the reasons I chose this university was because of the effort that they put into organising the open day. The lecturers and current students provide an enthusiastic overview (概述) of their courses and of life in the city. This was in contrast to other universities I visited, which just let their reputation do the talking. Although I chose not to live on campus (校园), the rooms there seemed comfortable and very reasonably priced.
MariaWhen the time came to select the university, I had three possibilities, but I still could not decide. So it was time to schedule campus tours. They all had their advantages, but this place instantly appealed to me. As soon as I arrived, I was struck by the smiles everyone gave me. What I value most here is the feeling that I am part of a supportive community.
1. What job has Kazumi made up her mind to do?A.A doctor. | B.A lawyer. |
C.A maths teacher. | D.A lecturer on Human Rights. |
A.Kazumi. | B.Vladimir. | C.Osvaldo. | D.Maria. |
A.He found the courses affordable. |
B.His university sold itself more convincingly. |
C.He was won over by the university’s reputation. |
D.His university offered excellent accommodation. |
A.She takes great interest in community service. |
B.She made her choice from the very beginning. |
C.She feels a sense of belonging at her university. |
D.She was hoping to pass on knowledge to others. |
A.Choosing your favorite subject | B.How to make friends |
C.How to choose a community | D.Choosing a university |
【推荐2】When I was in primary school, I was actually a little shy. One thing that absolutely frightened me was speaking in front of many people, whether strangers or acquaintances. It was my sixth-grade teacher, Mr. Bamick, who helped me overcome that. That year we had to present four oral book reports in front of the class. Some of the kids were even glad to do it, but I was frightened to death. Mr. Bamick recognized my fear, so he told me to do a report on a book that was about something that really interested me. So I did the first report on baseball.
When it came time for me to present it to the class, Mr. Bamick cut me some slack and let me read the report rather than present it from memory. Some of my classmates laughed at me for the presentation, but Mr. Bamick encouraged me. By the end of the year I had completed all four of the oral book reports. It wasn’t easy or comfortable for me, but I did it.
Years later I realized that Mr. Bamick had a great effect on me in sixth grade. One of the opportunities I get when I win a tennis tournament (锦标赛) is to make comments to the fans who attend the match. Some of these are carried live on television and all of them are before thousands of people. It’s still not one of my favorite things to do, but, with Mr. Bamick’s help, I get through it from time to time. Before long, I was asked to bring my favorite childhood teacher to a national event in Dallas. I was excited when Mr. Bamick joined me for the event. It meant a lot to me that he was there.
We all need heroes in our lives. They can be role models or they can be important persons in our world. Mr. Bamick believed in me and helped me to believe in myself. It was he who helped me build the person I became.
1. In what aspect did Mr. Bamick help the author?A.Improving her learning skills. |
B.Winning her classmates’ trust. |
C.Encouraging her to read more books. |
D.Overcoming her fear of public speaking. |
A.Played a funny joke on the author. |
B.Gave the author a feeling of pride. |
C.Made the task slightly easy for the author. |
D.Asked the author to take part in a competition. |
A.She is a spokesperson. | B.She is a tennis player. |
C.She wants to be a teacher. | D.She enjoys commenting on books. |
A.My best oral book report. | B.A typical kid in primary school. |
C.My favorite childhood teacher. | D.An unforgettable national event. |
【推荐3】My greatest regret in life is that I failed to tell my superb teachers how much they contributed to my early education.
Ruth Hammerman taught English to the eighth - graders. She was the first to show me the rules of what Evelyn Waugh called our “rich and delicate language.” She was a no-nonsense instructor. Unlike common teachers, she diagramed sentences so we could know the grammar rules. She never seemed to be tired of the simple pleasures of sharing her learning.
Under her influence, I had the strong belief that language needs to be well - spoken and properly written. Yet over the years I never made the effort to find her and to express my thankfulness for what she did for me. Two years after being in her class, I began the study of Latin and French, and the foundation (基础) she provided in English grammar served me well. Sadly, I never looked back.
In high school I took advanced French in a class taught by Richard Miller, the finest teacher I have ever experienced at any level. Mr. Miller brought to his subject a surprisingly deep understanding and new analysis. Reading “Phèdre”, Racine’s classic play, he asked us to note there were 1,654 lines in it, and then pointed out the care Racine devoted to structure. Years later I made the same point — giving Mr. Miller credit — in a college French class, and my professor was surprised by my understanding of the play, Mr. Miller taught us to enjoy literature with particular points of view. Yet I never made the effort in later years to tell him what he meant to me.
Mr. Miller is certainly long dead. If she is alive, Miss Hammerman would likely be in her 90s. In preparing this article, I tried to find her but was unsuccessful.
I am certain my act is common. People often forget to express love and thankfulness to their teachers. I ought to have told Miss Hammerman and Mr. Miller how much they did for me. I suppose they knew their work was effective because they believed in what they were doing. Now I appreciate how special they were.
1. What is special about Mr. Miller’s French class?A.He asked students to count lines. | B.He stressed the importance of play. |
C.He analyzed literature in a new way. | D.He showed great devotion to students. |
A.Preparing the article. | B.Looking for the teachers. |
C.Failing to thank teachers. | D.Copying teachers’ points. |
A.Creative. | B.Frank. | C.Humorous. | D.Strict. |
A.To show love for French literature. | B.To explore the meaning of education. |
C.To explain why teachers are important. | D.To share memories of the two teachers. |
【推荐1】With Christmas just around the corner, cities across the United States are transforming into enchanting winter wonderlands in preparation for season. If you are looking to add some holiday spirit to your next vacation, these destinations are a great option!
Branson, MO
Known as one of the most family-friendly vacation destinations in the country, Branson, MO also comes to life around the holidays. Boasting some of the most fun and memorable holiday celebrations, this Ozarks hub is filled with Christmas activities the whole family can enjoy. Most of the popular shows have Christmas-themed evenings beginning in November, so don’t miss out on Dolly Parton’s Stampede Branson, the Haygoods, Andy Williams Christmas Extravaganza, or the Christmas on the Trail Chuckwagon Dinner Show!
Nashville, TN
Music City is also a fantastic destination for a Christmas celebration. Nashville, TN is home to so many different ways to celebrate the holidays. If you are looking for a way to see the city on your vacation, embark upon the Nashville Christmas Lights Tour where you can see the city in its holiday splendor. As well as sightseeing tours, guests can visit classic Nashville attractions for a unique holiday adventure. See all of the memorabilia at the Country Music Hall of Fame. You can create unforgettable memories while experiencing the cheer of the holidays in this southern city.
Orlando, FL
For snowbirds, the cold winter months mean travel to warmer destinations. Christmas time is no different, and Orlando, FL is filled with things to entertain and help you celebrate even during the holiday season. Those who want to take in the best theme park experiences will not be disappointed as Disney World, Universal, and SeaWorld, are all open during the holidays. There are also plenty of outdoor activities still available.
1. What does the author intend to do by writing this passage?A.Tell the readers the way people in USA celebrate Christmas. |
B.Introduce some cheerful cities to celebrate Christmas holiday. |
C.Organize activities to celebrate Christmas. |
D.Show how the people in US cities value the Christmas holiday. |
A.Branson, MO | B.Nashville, TN |
C.Orlando, FL | D.Disney World |
A.Have a city sightseeing on vacation. | B.Watch Christmas-themed evenings. |
C.Visit interesting theme parks. | D.Know more about country music. |
【推荐2】China formally announced its first batch of five national parks. Are any of them from your hometown?
·The Sanjiangyuan National Park
The Sanjiangyuan Natonal Park, which is the source of three major rivers — the Yangtze, the Yellow, and the Lancang Rivers — is an important source of fresh water supply in China maintaining the lifeline of water security of the country. It is also home to hundreds of species of wild animals, such as wild yaks (牦牛), snow leopards and Tibetan antelopes.
·The Giant Panda National Park
The Giant Panda National Park connects three provinces — Sichuan, Shaanxi and Gansu. The park holds more than 70 percent of China’s wild giant pandas. Aside from the “national treasure” of China, the park is also the habitat of highly protected animals, including the snub-nosed monkey.
·The Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park
In the Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park in Jilin and Heilongjiang provinces the high-tech monitoring system was launched to provide real-time protection for plants and animals. Thanks to the establishment of the national park, at least 12 Siberian tiger cubs and 11 Amur leopard cubs have been born so far.
·The Wuyi Mountain National Park
The Wuyi Mountain National Park is the only national park in China which is both a biosphere reserve and heritage site. The park has the most complete, most typical, and largest area of the central subtropical (中亚热带的) native forest ecosystem at the same latitude on Earth. It is known as a birds’ paradise, the kingdom of snakes and the world of insects.
·The Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park
In the Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park, the protection of Hainan gibbons (长臂猿) has become a success story for animal preservation worldwide. Being the animals native to the South China island, Hainan gibbons are the world’s rarest primate (灵长类动物). Under the effective protection, its population has increased from as few as 7 to 9 in the 1980s to 35 today.
1. What does the Sanjiangyuan National Park influence most?A.Land resources. |
B.Water resources. |
C.Forest resources. |
D.Living resources. |
A.The Sanjiangyuan National Park. |
B.The Wuyi Mountain National Park. |
C.The Hainan Tropical Rainforest National Park. |
D.The Northeast China Tiger and Leopard National Park. |
A.In a novel. |
B.In a research report. |
C.In a travel handbook. |
D.In a nature magazine. |
【推荐3】A new study shows the singing noises made by humpback whales(座头鲸) might be a sign of being lonely. Scientists who recorded humpback whale behavior in Australia discovered that fewer whales made the singing noises as their population grew.
“Humpback whale song is loud and travels far in the ocean,” said marine biologist Dunlop of the University of Queensland in Brisbane. She has long studied humpback whales and helped lead the new study. Her work has centered on humpbacks that reproduce near Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. She made an unexpected discovery as the number of whales sharply rose following the end of commercial whaling. “It was getting more difficult to actually find singers,” she said. “When there were fewer of them, there was a lot of singing. Now that there are lots of them there is no need to sing so much.”
Scientists first began to hear and study the songs of the humpback whales in the 1970s. They used underwater microphones to do so. Only male whales sing. Scientists think the whales sing to display their power.
Eastern Australia’s humpback whales came close to disappearing in the 1960s, when their number dropped to around 200. But over time the population began to regrow, climbing to about 27, 000 whales by 2015. That number is near pre-whaling levels. As the number of whales increase, their singing behaviors changed. Dunlop said while 2 in 10 males made wailing noises in 2004, 10 years later the number had dropped to 1 in 10.
It is said that humpback whales must have been singers long before whale fishing diminished their numbers. But the new study proves how necessary their beautiful songs were to their survival and recovery. Clearly singing became extremely valuable when their numbers were very low.
1. What is the probable reason why humpback whales sing according to the new study?A.Danger. | B.Hunting. | C.Hopelessness. | D.Loneliness. |
A.Humpback whales always keep silent. |
B.The more humpback whales, the less singing. |
C.The number of humpback whales increases sharply. |
D.The farther humpback whales’ songs go, the better. |
A.To show off their strength. | B.To sound a warning. |
C.To leave for their home. | D.To shout for help. |
A.Counted. | B.Doubted. | C.Protected. | D.Reduced. |