Did 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. Every 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 connect ion with the new word. The next day, read your vocabulary note book 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.
Do you have a vocabulary notebook? If not, start now.
1. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to?| A．The problem. | B．The new word. | C．The conversation. |
①Make your own example sentence.
②Write the word, its English definition or translation.
③Copy an example sentence from the article or dictionary.
④Read your notebook again and add one more example sentence.
| A．②③①④ | B．②③④① | C．③②①④ |
| A．By connecting them with our life. |
| B．By adding words from the article. |
| C．By explaining words’ definitions. |
| A．Vocabulary is not so important as grammar. |
| B．Reading a definition is more active than writing. |
| C．The best way to remember new words is to use them. |
| A．Ways of Learning New Words |
| B．Abilities of Creating Examples |
| C．Suggestions on Using Grammar |
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【推荐1】Chemistry is usually thought to be more difficult than other subjects, at least for the beginners. There are some reasons for this idea. For one thing, chemistry has a very specialized vocabulary (学科专用语汇). At first, studying chemistry is like learning a new language. Also, some concepts (概念) of chemistry are hard to understand. However, with hard work and careful study, you can finish this subject successfully—and even enjoy it. Here are some suggestions to help you develop good study habits and better understand the topics in the book:
●Firstly, attend classes on time. Listen to your teacher and take careful notes in class. If possible, always review the topics you learn in class, and review your notes on the same day.
●Secondly, think carefully whether you really understand the meaning of a formula (分子式) or the use of an equation (方程式). A good way to test your understanding is to explain a concept to a classmate or someone else.
●Thirdly, pay attention to things which have something to do with chemistry in life. Watch or do experiments (实验) in class carefully.
●Fourthly, question often and do not be afraid to ask your teacher or classmates for help.
You will find that chemistry is much more than numbers, formulas and equations. It’s often used in daily life just like math and physics. Once you fall in love with it, you’ll get lots of fun.
1. The writer gives _________ reasons why chemistry is thought to be more difficult.| A．one | B．two | C．three | D．four |
| A．writing it in your notebook | B．finding it in the chemistry book |
| C．reading it time and time again | D．explaining it to somebody else |
| A．Take classes seriously. | B．Do experiments carefully. |
| C．Ask questions often. | D．Take down every word of the teacher. |
（①=Paragraph 1, ②=Paragraph 2,… ）
A． | B． | C． | D． |
A. Movie Review
You will watch movies about foreign cultures, which will help you know more about people and things in other countries.
B. Camping Experience
You will learn how to set up a tent, cook food outside, and organize outdoor activities. The purpose of this course is to get you closer to nature.
C. Basic French
You will learn some basic knowledge about vocabulary and grammar of the French language. Students who want to have a try are welcomed.
D. Classic Songs
You will listen to some old songs, which may not be popular now but always stay in people’s heart. If you are interested in the old times, don’t miss the class.
E. Housework Training
You will do some housework, like sweeping the floor, sorting garbage and washing dishes. The course is a good choice for students who want to give a hand at home.
F. Cultural research
You will carry out cultural research on different peoples across the country, including their clothes and food. They may have a totally different way of life from yours.
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【推荐3】To learn anything faster, just remember FAST!
The F in FAST stands for Forget.
If you want to speed up your brain, forget three things.
Forget what you already know about the subject. Your mind only works when it’s open.
Forget about anything that’s not urgent（紧急的）and important. If your brain is thinking about four different things, you’re not fully present—so you won’t learn quickly.
Forget your weakness in learning. Throw your thoughts like your memory isn’t good, or you’re a slow reader. Your memory isn’t fixed, and it is possible to remember more.
The A in FAST stands for ▲ .
In school, you learn by being active and creating information. Learning is not just watching and listening. You need to think hard, ask questions and take notes. The more active you are, the more you will learn.
The S in FAST stands for State.
Your state is the condition of your mind and body in that exact moment. All learning depends on your state. Many people don’t remember well at school because they are in a state of being bored. So choose to learn with joy, interest, and curiosity（好奇心）.
The T in FAST stands for Teach.
If you want to learn better, try teaching it to somebody else.
If you have to give a talk on what you’re learning today, you would learn it differently. You would pay closer attention, take more careful notes and ask better questions. When you teach something, you get to learn it twice. If you can’t do something, you can teach it, and then you can do it.
1. How many ways of fast-learning are mentioned in the passage?| A．Two. | B．Three. | C．Four. | D．Five. |
| A．Action | B．Active | C．Accept | D．Advice |
| A．Asking somebody for help. | B．Studying together with others. |
| C．Remembering what you have learnt. | D．Telling somebody how you learn it. |
| A．To Learn Faster | B．To Teach Better | C．To Be More Careful | D．To Remember More |
【推荐1】Early this month, China’s top education authorities (权威) gave many suggestions on when students should go to bed to make sure students have enough sleep. In general, primary school students should go to bed before 9:20 p.m., middle school students before 10 p.m. and high school students before 11 p.m., Lyu Yugang, the director of the department of basic education at China’s Ministry of Education, said at a news meeting.
“If the students have tried hard but still could not finish their homework by that time, parents can just tell them to go to bed to ensure their sleep time,” he said. Schools should control the amount (量) of homework to make sure primary school students can finish all written homework at school and secondary school students can finish most of the homework at school, Lyu said again.
Primary schools should start classes no earlier than 8:20 a.m. and secondary schools no earlier than 8 a.m. Schools should not require students to come to school early for group study and they should ensure certain amount of sleep time for students.
After-school training classes should end before 8:30 p.m. and online after-school training courses should end before 9 p.m. They should not give any form of homework to students, Lyu said.
根据短文内容判断句子正误。（正确写A，错误写B）
1. Middle school students should go to bed before 11 p.m.
2. Primary school students must finish their homework at school.
3. Schools should make sure the secondary school students can finish most of the homework at school.
4. Primary schools can start classes earlier than 8:20 a.m.
5. Online after-school training teachers should not give homework to students.
Is your schoolbag too heavy to carry? The e-schoolbag will help you.
It is said that e-schoolbags are going to be brought into use(进入运用) in Chinese middle school soon. In fact, the e-schoolbag should perhaps be called an e-textbook. It is a small computer for students. Heavy schoolbags have long been a serious (严重的) problem for them. But the e-schoolbag will change everything. It is much lighter than a usual schoolbag. Also it is as small as a usual book, but it can still hold all the things for study, such as a textbook, an exercise book and so on. They can be made into chips(芯片)that are as small as a stamp. The students can read the text page by page on the screen, take notes, or even send e-mails to their teachers. All they have to do is to put the right chip into the e-schoolbag and press a button.
Some say that e-textbooks can be easily broken; some say it is not good to students’ eyes. But only time will tell.
1. An e-schoolbag is ________.| A．a video chip | B．a small computer | C．a heavy bag | D．a usual book |
| A．fixing buttons | B．making chips | C．computer games | D．school study |
| A．go to school | B．read books | C．take notes | D．carry their usual heavy schoolbags |
A． | B． | C． | D． |
| A．as large as | B．much heavier than | C．much lighter than | D．can hold less than |
| A．E-schoolbags are popular with all the people. | B．E-schoolbags can do everything for students. |
| C．E-schoolbags may be used instead of usual schoolbags. | D．E-schoolbags have come into use in China. |
【推荐3】The world knows Sherlock Holmes (福尔摩斯) because of the British writer Arthur Conan Doyle and his detective book series about Holmes. But the West knows Di Renjie or Judge Dee, China’s Sherlock Holmes, thanks to Dutch sinologist (汉学家) Robert van Gulik and his great work Celebrated Cases of Judge Dee.
Robert came to know Dee, a character based on the historical figure Di Renjie from the Tang dynasty, and the crime novel Di Gong An when he was working in China in the 1940s. He had great admiration for Dee, so he translated the book into English.Between 1950 and 1967, Robert wrote 16 novels and 8 short stories. In the series, he described cases solved by Judge Dee. He also introduced plenty of culture and customs of the Tang dynasty.
Once the novel came out, it won western people’s hearts. It has been translated into over 10 languages and has sold millions of copies worldwide. It has greatly helped the western people get a better understanding of China. Besides, many adaptations (改编) inspired by the novel have been made around the world including China. A new TV series, Judge Dee’s Mystery, has been aired in China. Many people who watch it think highly of it.
“I read the stories when I was 10 or 11 years old. It didn’t mean very much to me at that time. In later life, I have re-read the stories several times and discovered how special Judge Dee was as described by my father. Between the lines, there is a lot of wisdom in the writing,” said Thomas van Gulik, son of Robert van Gulik.
In the eyes of Thomas, it’s fantastic that his father brought the master detective of the Tang dynasty, Di Renjie, back to life in the Judge Dee crime novels.
1. Why does the writer mention Sherlock Holmes and the British writer?
| A．To ask people to read detective books. |
| B．To show how popular Arthur Conan Doyle is. |
| C．To introduce another famous person and his work. |
| D．To describe people’s love for Sherlock Holmes. |
| A．what the novel is about | B．why Robert wrote the novel |
| C．when the novel was finished | D．how popular Robert’s novel is |
| A．put on | B．come on | C．taken on | D．depended on |
| A．A profile which gives facts about a novel. |
| B．A mystery which creates a mysterious story. |
| C．A narration which tells the story’s development. |
| D．An argumentation which lays out some opinions. |
| A．recalled his early life | B．got a better understanding |
| C．helped his father describe Dee | D．had wisdom in his writing |
