Among all the festivals, Christmas is my favorite. Ten years has passed since that thing happened. I was only_________years old at that time. It was December 24th, just the day_________Christmas Day. That evening, my dad came home from work a little earlier. After supper, he said to us, "Tomorrow is Christmas Day. My kids, I think you need to_________loving others." He went on, "Therefore, we are going to help out at an orphanage (孤儿院)." I couldn't believe_________I heard. My heart began to sink (下沉). So we wouldn't enjoy our own Christmas dinner at home? Why so? I didn't want to spend such a holiday! The holiday without a Christmas dinner_________the one I expected.

The next morning, we_________early. After a quick breakfast, we set out on our long journey to the orphanage. As soon as we arrived there we started to work. We had_________much to do, such as preparing for the dinner, setting the tables, and organizing the kids to come in, that we had no time to have a rest. However, all I could think about was the Christmas dinner I couldn't enjoy. How_________I was! But the thoughts (想法) quickly disappeared. Over the next few hours, I watched the kids sitting around the tables and enjoying the dinner. They talked happily all the time. For some kids, this was the most delicious meal they ate that week. For_________, it was an unusual Christmas dinner they would never forget. The kids were so happy. Laughter filled the orphanage.

Through this__________, I have learned a lot. Although I didn't enjoy the Christmas dinner at home, I got much more pleasure. Now I am a 19-year-old college student. I will remember that Christmas Day forever.

John Smith is an exchange student from New York. Here is a letter to his friend in his hometown.

One day, a couple wanted to buy a tea cup. So they went into a shop. They saw a beautiful one there. They asked, "May we see that? We've never seen such a beautiful one." As the shopkeeper handed it to them, suddenly the tea cup spoke. "You don't understand."   it said. "Once I was red and looked ugly. I was rolled and struck (捶打) over and over by my master. I shouted out, 'Let me alone.' But he only smiled, 'Not yet.' Then I was put on a wheel which was moving, and suddenly I was pushed to move around and around. 'Stop!' I cried. But my master only shook his head and said, 'Not yet.' Then he put me in the oven. I was fired at a very high heat. I wondered why he wanted to burn me, and I cried and knocked at the door. But he just shook his head."

"Finally, the door opened. He put me on the table, and I began to become cool. Then I was polished. After that, my master brushed and painted me all over. How terrible the smell was! I thought I would die. 'Stop!' I cried. He only shook his head, 'Not yet.' Then suddenly he put me into the second oven. This oven was twice as hot as the first one and I couldn't breathe at all. I begged (哀求). However, my master put me on the table again. 'Not yet.' I nearly lost hope. Just then, the door opened. He took me out and put me on the table again."

"One hour later he handed me a mirror and said, 'Look at yourself.' And I did so. I was surprised and said, 'That's not me. Why am I so beautiful?'I want you to remember,' my master said, 'without those paints, you would never be a perfect product.'"

Mona Island is an amazing place to take a vacation. Some of the animals living there can’t be found anywhere else in the world. There are fascinating beaches and caves to explore(探险). The sea around the island has colorful fishes.

Mona Island is very small. The government of Puerto Rico(波多黎各) takes care of the island and has made it a natural reserve. That means the island’s animals and plants are protected from being harmed by people. Mona Island is different from most places because people are not allowed to live there. Only a few park workers are able to stay.

The park workers’ job is to keep Mona Island safe and wonderful. Rules must be followed on the island. One rule is that only 100 people at a time can visit the island. That way, the park workers can make sure the land and animals remain safe.

On the island, visitors can go to see Mona Island iguanas(鬣蜥) which live only on Mona Island.

Also, visitors can come to the island to have a close look at many kinds of fishes. They can dive(潜水) far below the surface. They use special tools to be able to breathe under the water. Through the clear water, visitors can see the bright colors of the fishes.

Visitors can also explore caves. Some of the caves even have paintings on the walls. These paintings were made by some Indians who lived on the island hundreds of years ago.

After a full day of fun activities, visitors can take a rest, listen to the night sounds, and watch the stars in the huge sky. The stars are easier to see. Visitors say that watching the stars is amazing. It’s the perfect end to a perfect day.

Teens are not as healthy as they used to be. They are putting on weight. A recent research shows 97% of the teens need more exercise.     46     First, exercise can help your mind. People who get plenty of physical activity might worry less and sleep better at night. You may even learn better in school.     47     Physical activity can make your body strong. It can also keep you at a healthy weight. But how can teens be encouraged to do more exercise? Here are some good suggestions.

    48     Doctors call watching TV or playing video games screen time. You should have no more than two hours of screen time a day. Then you will enjoy your life more.

    49     Interest is the best teacher. You can choose the traditional sports, such as basketball, soccer, or baseball. Those are all great sports and if you like them, play them.

    50     Find a friend or a family member to exercise with you. You will have more fun and it’s not easy for you to give up.

All in all, it’s necessary for teens to do more exercise.

Do you have a friend? In the modern    61    , friends are an important part of our life. Without friends, life will be    62    . As a matter of fact,   a true friend reaches for our hands and touches our hearts. Here, let me    63    my friend Jack to you. Jack is a handsome boy who    64    . When I was in Grade Seven, I took part in an English singing    65    . When the result came out, I learned I failed! I could hardly hold back my tears. I felt that the world became cold and I was    66    at by everyone. How sad I was! Just at that time, I received a letter in English, saying, "Cheer up! Have confidence in yourself. Keep on practicing and you'll succeed." I knew it was from my friend Jack.    67    words encouraged me greatly. From then on, I practiced even harder. When I was in Grade    68    , I took part in another contest and won first prize. I'm so lucky to have such a good friend.

Many kids go camping during the summer. Usually, they start camp (露营) in the morning and go home in the afternoon. That is called day camp. Nowadays, another kind of camp, sleep-away camp, is becoming popular with kids. It's called sleep-away camp because they stay overnight (过夜) there. It's a kind of vacation for kids, but without their parents. Kids usually spend a week in attending sleep-away camp. It offers much more excitement because they'll be there all day and night, eating their meals, playing games and communicating with others. They'll sleep in a cabin (小屋) with the other kids attending the camp. They have to share the bathroom with the other kids.

If you go to a sleep-away camp for the first time, you'll feel excited and maybe a little nervous. Be proud of yourself for being old enough to go camping. It is a chance to try new things. It's also a chance to learn about being independent. Are you looking forward to attending such a camp in your summer vacation?

Have you ever heard of Iceland? Iceland is a European country. It used to be one of the richest countries in the world. Its total area is 103 thousand square kilometers. Summer in Iceland is very short, which lasts from June to August. Its winter starts from September and ends next May.

In 1980, Iceland started to develop its tourist industry. Forty years has passed since then. In summer, plenty of tourists from all over the world come here to have a visit. In winter, people in Iceland have to spend the long dark night. They usually have a lot of special activities, such as skating, riding snow motorbikes and having parties to have an exciting night.

Because of a long cold winter, Iceland has a short growing season. Food problem was always a headache for Iceland in the past. Now the problem is being solved.

80. 假如你是中学生李平，曾经在你们班学习的交换生Peter看了你发布的朋友圈，他对你们班上周举行的主题班会很感兴趣。请你根据以下信息给他写一封信，向他介绍班会的情况并和他交流一下中学生如何才能实现自己的理想。

1.班会的主题：我的理想

2.介绍你和几名同学的理想：

（1）赵勇：想成为一名勇敢的警察；

（2）张红：想做一名志愿者；

（3）你：想成为一名优秀的医生。

3.说说中学生如何才能实现（realize）自己的理想（ideal）。

1.不得使用真实的姓名和学校名。

2.可适当加入细节，使内容充实，行文连贯。

3.字迹工整、语言精练、表达准确、条理清晰。

4.至少80词。

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Best wishes!

Yours,

Li Ping