【推荐1】Do you know that vocabulary is more important than grammar? If you have good vocabulary, you can communicate successfully, even if the grammar is not completely perfect.

However, one common problem is learning new words and then forgetting them. So, when you want to use a new word in a conversation, you can’t remember it at that moment. Does this often happen to you? The reason for this difficulty is that most students try to learn vocabulary by studying lists and dictionaries and remembering the words. But it may not work if you don’t have a very good memory.

The best way to learn vocabulary and remember the words successfully is to learn new words and use them at once. You can do this with a very simple exercise. Each time you learn a new word, for example, from an English lesson or an article, write it down in your vocabulary notebook. Writing is more active than just reading a definition（释义）. You should write the word, the definition in English or translation, one example sentence from the article or dictionary and one example sentence that you create.

Imagine you just learn the word “generous”, write in your vocabulary notebook: generous （adjective）, definition—giving or willing to give freely. Example One, from the article: Thanks for paying for my dinner, you’re very generous. Example Two, my example: My brother is generous because he volunteers at the animal shelter on weekends. It’s best if your example sentences are true to your life, because this creates a personal connection with the new word. The next day, read your vocabulary notebook again and try to add one more example sentence using the new word. It’s helpful for you to remember it. These two simple steps—writing the word and using it at once—help you remember and use new words.

根据短文内容选择最佳答案。
1. The passage was mainly written to ________.

A．English teachers

B．language learners

C．English writers

D．language readers

2. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A．The problem.

B．The new word.

C．The conversation.

D．The dictionary.

3. The correct order of taking vocabulary notes is ________.
a.Make your own example sentence.
b.Write the word, its English definition or translation.
c.Copy an example sentence from the article or dictionary.
d.Read your notebook again and add one more example sentence.

A．b-c-a-d

B．b-c-d-a

C．c-d-b-a

D．c-b-a-d

4. How can we make the best example sentences according to the writer?

A．By asking for help from friends.	B．By explaining words’ definitions.
C．By connecting them with our life.	D．By adding words from the article.

5. The best title of the passage is ________.

A．Tips for Translating Words	B．Advice on Using Grammar
C．Abilities of Creating Examples	D．Ways of Learning New Words

【推荐2】Are you scared of moving up to senior high school? It can be a worrying experience, but you shouldn’t worry about it.     1    

You’re not alone!     2     They may not realize it, but they’re just as nervous as you are. Moving up to senior high school is an opportunity (机会), not a problem. Things are different.     3    

Teachers are ready to help! If you are unsure of what to do or worrying about anything, then ask teachers for help. Teachers are probably the best people to turn to as they’re experienced in helping new students. Some senior high schools also have a “friends system (系统)”. If your school has this, then you will be paired with an older student who will look out for you and help you.

Changes. There are many differences between junior high school and senior high school.

    4     You’ll have a homework diary or a student planner. You will have your lessons with different teachers in different rooms. You will have homework for different subjects on different days. Make sure you have a copy of your school timetable so you know which rooms your classes will be in and on which days you will have your different subjects.

Other points. If you’ve got an older brother or sister at school, then ask him or her for advice. Be yourself!     5     Also you must go to bed early and get up early to get ready for school.

A．It sounds simple, but people will know you better and get close to you if you act naturally.

B．We’ve put together a guide on how to get through the first week.

C．All you need to do is be polite and learn the new rules.

D．So make sure you get organized.

E．Remember everybody in your class is in the same boat.

【推荐3】阅读下面短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。每个选项仅使用一次。

Many of us don’t pay much attention to the importance of eye care. It is said that if you take care of your eyes, then you can surely be healthy.     1     Natural eye care should be put in a number one place.

There are several causes leading to poor eyesight like not enough food, genes (基因) and aging.     2     If you work in front of the computer, it is best to take a break every once in a while. Something dirty can cause redness and they will make you feel uncomfortable. It is bad for your eyes, too. If this happens, you’d better clean your eyes with cold water.     3     For example, sunglasses are not just for fashion but they can also serve as a great way to protect your eyesight from UV rays.

    4     Remember that vitamins (维他命) A, C and E are good for eyes. Try to eat food groups that have these vitamins. And you should do eye exercises because exercise protects your eyesight, too. If a person exercises regularly and eats the right kind of food, his eyes will stay in good condition for a long time.

    5     In a word, eye care is very important, no matter how old a person is.

A．Eating healthy foods will do good to your eyesight.

B．All above are natural ways of eye care that help us keep healthy eyes.

C．That is why our eyes should be given a lot of care.

D．You must also try your best to protect your eyes from harmful things.

E．Televisions, computers and reading are also the causes of having poor eyesight.

【推荐2】Have you ever met large changes in life and work? How would you feel? In fact, we all have to go through the grief cycle（悲伤循环）which has the following periods:   

The first period: “it can’t be happening.”

Anger: “Why me? It’s not fair.”

Depression: “I’m so sad. Why do I have to do all of these?”

Acceptance: “It’s going to be OK.”

I’m honestly not sure how scientific this model is but I certainly believe that you will work better after going through these changes.

Find out what your anger does for you—good or bad? Think back to the situation where you have been angry at work and ask yourself how it influences you, including: your relationship with co-workers, the quality of your work and health, your relationship with friends and family.

Find out what makes you angry and less angry. Which thoughts, situations, people or conversations makes you less angry? I’m sure you are not angry all the time. What makes you calm and stops you from feeling angry? Find out, then start doing less of what makes you angry and more of the things that cool you down.

Focus on gratitude. What are you grateful for? As I mentioned above, anger is part of the grief cycle which is connected with what you lose. Gratitude is the opposite of loss because it comes from the good things you have in your life. Every evening, sit down with a piece of paper and make two gratitude lists: three things I was grateful for at work today; three things I was thankful for in life today.

Change your focus from “What was done to me” to “What I can do?” Life is 10% about what happens to you and 90% about how you deal with it. You must take responsibility for your own situation rather than be a victim（牺牲品）of it. That kind of advice can get pretty boring but that doesn’t make it less true.

根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
1. Why does the writer begin the text by asking questions?

A．To ask for help.	B．To express disagreement.
C．To give a surprise.	D．To catch the readers’ interest.

2. What’s the writer’s suggestion about dealing with anger?

A．Love all your friends and family.

B．Do more things that make you peaceful.

C．Work with people you like.

D．Write down what makes you angry.

3. What does the writer mean by saying “Focus on gratitude”?

A．Find out the reason why you lose.

B．Find out what you are thankful to.

C．Find out why you are angry.

D．Find out the connection between loss and anger.

4. According to the writer, which of the following best describes the last piece of advice?

A．Harmful.

B．Strange.

C．Valuable.

D．Interesting.

5. What is this text mainly about?

A．What the grief cycle is about.

B．How to deal with the grief cycle.

C．What causes the grief cycle.

D．How the grief cycle influences people.

【推荐3】How to beat sadness?

    1     That’s OK. You need days like this, or how would you know you are happy? You’ll enjoy your good days even more when you have a few bad days. Even if sadness is a part of life, let’s try to make it small. Here are a few simple ways to help you feel better when you are feeling sad.

1.Stand up straight and this helps your energy flow (流动). When your energy is flowing freely, you can flow too.

2.Smile! It’s easy to do and have good results.     2    

3.Listen to music.     3     Some kinds of music work better than others, so try and find out what kind of music works the best for you.

4.Take some time. You can find pleasure in reading a book, watching a sunrise or having a hot bath, or something like that.

5.    4     Even something as simple as taking a walk will get your blood flowing. It’s a great way to clear your mind of anything that makes you sad.

These ways will cheer you up when you are down, but don’t just use them when you are sad.

    5     You will be surprised to learn that these simple ways will keep your sadness away. But if you are in a deep depression (沮丧), go to see a doctor.

根据材料内容，从下面五个选项中选出能填入文中空缺处的最佳选项，使短文意思通顺、内容完整。

A．Try and practice them every day to make them a habit.

B．It can be your favorite music.

C．Exercise.

D．We all have days when we are down, tired and unhappy.

E．This way can not only leave you in a good mood (情绪) but also bring others a good mood.