【推荐1】配对阅读。左栏是对五位学生的烦恼描述，右栏是七条建议，请为左栏的每位学生选择一条合适的建议。

1     My parents always tell me how important it is to keep my room tidy and clothes clean. They even make me do chores after dinner every night.     2     Eating too much makes me become fat. I know I should stop eating so much but I find it very difficult to say no to delicious food.     3     My dad always wants to know who I’m speaking to on the phone. But I don’t want him to know. We always end up quarreling (争吵).     4     I moved to this city a month ago. I have no friends here and I feel lonely. I miss my old school and friends.     5     I had a fight with my best friend Kim. And he was very angry. Now I know I am wrong. But I don’t know what I should do.

A. He wants to know everything about you because he loves you so much. Why not tell him about your friends and what’s going on? He may give you some good advice. B. Your parents seem to do too much for you. They worry about your study. But you are not a little kid anymore. You can move out, and live in school. C. You should open your mouth and try to talk to your new classmates. The friendlier you are, the more friends you will make at a new school. D. As we all know, a good eating habit is important to everyone. Try to eat less junk food and do more exercise, and you will be thinner and healthier. E. It’s important to do homework every day. It can help you to go over what you have learned at school and get good grades. F. A clean environment (环境) can help people relax. And you may feel like studying in a clean room. If you wear clean clothes, you can make others feel comfortable. G. Friendship is one of the most important things in our lives. I think you should go to Kim and say sorry to him. You will be good friends again.

【推荐2】It’s late at night. A car stops in the middle of a forest. After dropping off their three teenagers, the parents say “good luck” and drive away. The teenagers, totally lost, have to find their way back home by themselves. It may sound crazy to you, but this is an old tradition in the Netherlands called “dropping”. Dutch people believe children shouldn’t depend too much on their parents and should learn how to solve problems through activities like “dropping”.

However, for many other parents around the world, their top concern(担心) is their children’s safety. After all, why should they put their children in danger when there are many other ways to develop their independence? People have many different opinions about parenting. All parents want their children to be happy, healthy and successful. But some parents try too hard and become “helicopter(直升机) parents”, which is basically the opposite of “dropping”. They worry too much about their children and pay attention to everything they do—like helicopters flying over their children. In their eyes, children need to be protected all the time. But this might not be a good parenting style either, according to American parenting expert Kenneth Ginsburg. Good parents need to find a balance(平衡) between protecting their children and letting go. As Ginsburg writes, parents should “make sure their children don’t crash(碰撞) against the rocks, yet allow them to ride the waves, even if they get a little choppy(波涛汹涌的) sometimes.”

1. The parents drop off their teenagers in the forest because ________.

A．they lose their way

B．they have too many children

C．they don’t love them and will drive them away

D．they want them to find their way back home by themselves

2. Which of the following is NOT true about “dropping”?

A．Dutch people think it is a crazy idea.

B．It has a long history in the Netherlands.

C．Dutch people think it can help children learn how to solve problems.

D．Dutch parents believe it can make their children learn to be independent.

3. For many other parents around the world, parents are most worried about their children’s ________.

A．study

B．health

C．safety

D．success

4. “Helicopter parents” are parents who ________.

A．like helicopters	B．protect themselves all the time
C．are similar to Dutch parents	D．worry too much about their children

5. According to Kenneth Ginsburg, good parents should ________.

A．do everything for their children

B．go swimming in the sea with their children

C．make sure their children don’t meet any difficulty

D．find a balance between protecting their children and letting go

【推荐3】

1. Who can take part in the support group?

A．Kids aged 9-12.

B．Teens aged 14-17.

C．Teens with their parents.

D．Anybody.

2. How many times can one take part in the group at most?

A．Once.

B．Twice.

C．Ten times.

D．Twelve times.

3. What’s probably the purpose of the support group?

A．To teach teenagers some living skills.	B．To offer people some snacks and drinks.
C．To help children get better grades in exams.	D．To help teens reduce anxiety and learn to relax.

【推荐1】Lu Xun is one of the greatest Chinese writers of the 20^th century. Besides his famous stories, he also wrote many influential articles about the living conditions of Chinese people.
Born in 1881 to a wealthy family, Lu Xun had a happy childhood. In 1893, however, his grandfather, a senior government official, was put into prison for taking money. At the same time, his father became seriously ill. From that time on, his family were no longer accepted by their relatives and friends. These early experiences greatly influenced his writing.
By the time Lu Xun arrived in Nanjing to study at university in 1899, he already believed that Chinese society had to change and become modern. In 1902 he went to study in Japan. There, he began writing articles for several Chinese student magazines. He showed a gift for writing and translating and he even wrote several books, although none was popular. He returned to China in 1909 because he was in need of money.
After working for several years as a teacher in Beijing, Lu Xun again returned to writing. In 1918, he wrote his famous short story Diary of a Madman. It was the first Chinese novel published using the everyday language that people spoke, which helped make it a great success. This, together with his novel The True Story of Ah Q (1921), made Lu Xun a leading Chinese writer.
Although successful, Lu Xun still worried greatly about China’s future. In 1926, he moved to Shanghai and gave up writing stories in order to devote himself to what he called “pen warfare”. He now only wrote articles which called on the people to fight against the government. For this, the government stopped him from publishing any more books. He was forced to write his articles using false names.
Since his death in 1936, Lu Xun’s importance and influence have grown. Today, many of his writings are included in school textbooks and his works are read by millions around the world.
1. Which of the following greatly influenced Lu Xun’s writing according to the passage?

A．The people he met in Japan.

B．The experiences in his early life.

C．Working as a teacher in Beijing.

D．His father’s being put into prison.

2. According to the passage, why was Lu Xun’s story Diary of a Madam so popular?

A．It was based on Lu Xun’s diary.

B．It was the first novel to use everyday language.

C．Its story took place in modern times.

D．It was written using a western style.

3. The underlined word “This” (Paragraph 4) refers to     .

A．the success of Diary of a Madman

B．the use of everyday language

C．the first Chinese novel

D．The True Story of Ah Q

4. After moving to Shanghai, Lu Xun mainly wrote      .

A．funny stories

B．articles about himself

C．articles against the government

D．stories about government officials

5. In what order did these events take place in Lu Xun’s life?
a. The government stopped him from publishing books.
b. He wrote Diary of a Madman.
c. His father became ill.
d. He moved to Shanghai.
e. His writings were put into textbooks.

A．c-a-b-d-e	B．c-b-d-a-e
C．a-c-d-b-e	D．a-d-b-c-e

【推荐2】In the United States, 16, 18 and 21 are very important ages in a person’s life. A person can do new things at each age to show that he or she is no longer a child. That means you are an adult.

After turning 16 in the United States, a person can be employed, get a driver’s license, and leave home. Many high school students learn to drive and get part-time jobs soon after celebrating their 16th birthday. At 18, people in the United States can vote and join the military (参军), but they are not allowed to go into nightclubs, to buy beer or wine until they are 21.

In many Latin American countries, a young woman’s 15th birthday is important. At this age, people think she is no longer a girl, but a woman. To mark this special day, families with 15-year-old daughters have a celebration called a quinceanera (成人礼). The young woman and her family will have a big party to which many guests are invited.

In Japan, boys and girls are thought to be adults at the age of 20. At this age, they are allowed to vote and drink beer or wine. The second Monday in January is a national holiday called the Coming-of-Age Day. On this day, 20-year-olds are invited to listen to speeches with their family. After that, many celebrate late into the night. In many countries, celebrations are always there, such as their 50th birthdays or the birth of their first child.

1. People in the United States can get part-time jobs when they are at the age of ________.

A．16

B．15

C．14

2. According to the passage, which of the following can people do when they’re 18 in the United States?

A．Vote and join the military.

B．Go into nightclubs.

C．Buy beer or wine.

3. In many Latin American countries, ________.

A．daughters can get a driver’s licence

B．15-year-olds had a big party with their boy friends

C．families with 15-year-old daughters celebrate a quinceanera

4. When is the Coming-of-Age Day in Japan?

A．Someone’s 50 birthday.

B．The second Monday in January.

C．A young woman’s 15 birthday.

5. What is the main idea of the passage?

A．The age of 20 is important in a person’s life.

B．Special ages and celebrations show a person is becoming an adult.

C．Being a young person in Latin America is earlier than in Japan or the U.S.

【推荐3】As is known to all, “No farmers, no food.” Well, we now have a new day of celebration, the Chinese Farmers’ Harvest Festival. It’s the first in China created especially for farmers.

“The Chinese Farmers’ Harvest Festival falls on the Auturnnal Equinox each year, starting in 2018,” said Han Changfu, the Minister of Agriculture.

The Auturnnal Equinox is one of the 24 solar terms in the traditional Chinese calendar. This year, the Auturnnal Equinox falls on September 23, one day before the Mid-autumn Festival.Itgives people in the city a great chance to travel to the countryside, enjoy the beautiful scenery and celebrate the harvest with farmers. Although climates and crops are different in many parts of China, the harvest time is usually in autumn. This is why the government decided to celebrate this festival on the Auturnnal Equinox.

As a major agricultural country, China has the largest number of farmers in the world. And it can produce a large number of agricultural products every year. “I’m sure the festival will become one of the most popular and most important ones around the world,” Han said.

Shen Jianhua, a university professor, says farmers should have a special festival since they have made great contributions to our country. Setting up the festival can improve the position of farmers, increase their self-esteem (自尊) and create an environment where they are respected and valued.

1. Why does Chinese government create such a festival?

A．To improve the position of farmers.	B．To show the gratefulness to farmers.
C．To increase farmers’ self-esteem.	D．All above.

2. Which day is the Mid-autumn Festival in 2018?

A．September 24th.	B．September 22nd.
C．September 23rd.	D．the same day as the Auturnnal Equinox.

3. The underlined word “it” refers to ______.

A．The country China	B．the Auturnnal Equinox
C．the Mid-autumn Festival	D．the Chinese Farmers’ Harvest Festival

4. The festival is held on the Auturnnal Equinox because ______ at that time.

A．it’s neither hot nor cold	B．most crops are harvested
C．people are not very busy	D．farmers want to have a rest

【推荐1】

The school convenience store is a place where many students enjoy a snack and a chat. However, it may become a thing of the past.

China’s educational and health authorities have banned(禁止) convenience stores in all kindergartens, primary, middle and high schools across the country. The rule has taken effect since April 1. It requires that administrators (管理人员) should keep record of each meal and solve any food problems as soon as possible. Parents can also eat with students at school canteens and give suggestions to the school on food safety, it said.

The rule raised heated debates. Many students were sad about the ban. “Without convenience stores, our school life will be less interesting,” a student named Fang, from a senior high school in Hangzhou, told Qianjiang Evening News. “We won't be able to have different flavored drinks or desserts.” However, many parents expressed support for the rule. The father of a junior school student in Beijing, told the Global Times that “cheap, low-quality snacks sold at these stores are harmful to children's health.” “Students now rush to shops to buy snacks as soon as a class is over, which affects the normal teaching order,” he said.

The move comes among food health concerns at public schools and is designed to meet the nutritional needs of students, The Beijing News reported. The rule also requires schools to monitor students who may be obese(肥胖的), and to make sure they follow a healthy diet.

And in fact many foreign countries have their own ways to make students eat healthily. For example, many parents in Australia volunteer in schools, sometimes in canteens, according to China National Radio. These parents, at least, do their best to see that their children are served nutritious food. In Japan, there is “food and nutrition education”. Primary and middle school students eat lunch in their classrooms, where they learn about diet and nutrition, and Japan's food culture, reported City Lab, an internet magazine hosted by The Atlantic. They also take turns serving meals to each other, cleaning up, and recycling.

1. The school convenience store is ________.

A．a place for students to get snacks	B．a time for students to have a break
C．a time for students to talk	D．a place for students to get together

2. We can learn from the passage that ________.

A．All students like the ban.

B．Some cheap and unhealthy snacks are sold in school convenience stores.

C．School convenience stores don’t affect normal teaching order.

D．Teachers don't support the rule.

3. How are the paragraphs of the passage organized?

A．

B．

C．

D．

【推荐2】In China, safety education (教育) is becoming more and more important now. Students usually have one or two classes in a month at school. It helps students learn more about how to keep themselves safe. What main accidents are there at school? They are stampedes, earthquakes and fires, and so on.

A stampede always happens in crowded places. When students around you begin to push, just stand there and try to hold onto something. If you fall down in the crowd, move to one side and protect your head with your hands around.

When earthquakes happen, you can hide under a desk quickly and hold on. It will protect you from falling things. If you are outdoors, find a place away from buildings, trees and power lines.

When there’s a fire, leave the classroom quickly. It’s better to put something wet over your mouth and nose. In this way, you won’t breathe in smoke. Many people die in a fire, not because of the fire but smoke. It makes them cough (咳嗽) and they can’t breathe. That’s very dangerous! So when you want to get out, you should make yourself close to the floor. Then you can breathe some fresh air.

1. Where does a stampede most probably happen according to the passage?

A．On the playground.

B．On the desks.

C．On the steps.

D．In the teachers’ office.

2. What does the underlined word “breathe” mean?

A．喊叫

B．求救

C．呼吸

D．停留

3. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Students hardly have safety classes at school.

B．In a stampede, try to make yourself close to the floor.

C．When earthquakes happen, find a room to hide quickly.

D．In a fire, people lose their lives mainly because of smoke not fire.

【推荐3】We never want it to happen, but continually prepare for it the whole school year. Well today it happened…

Typhoon was coming near the school, and as expected, we went into our emergency (紧急的) typhoon plans. I wasn’t even in the classroom when it happened. As the alarm started ringing, I immediately ran as fast as I could back to the classroom.

I never imagined needing to put our typhoon drills (演习)to use. When I got to the classroom, to my surprise, my students were lining up on the wall, crouching down, with their knees and heads touching the ground, hands on the backs of their heads.

The students’ hearts were beating so fast as they were facing such strong wind, and mine, if we are honest. They couldn’t catch their breath, or the fear filled eyes looking up at me as they ask if their parents, grandparents, and friends were going to be okay. The other teachers along with me tried our best to keep them safe, comfort our students and promise them everything would be all right, though we truly didn’t know what the result would be.

Never did I imagine the terrible silence that would come over the whole school. Today in a very dangerous situation, my students behaved calmly. Never in my life have I seen my students follow directions so quickly. Tomorrow will bring new set of challenges (挑战), and will be a day used to encourage, train, and prepare the students for the next time this might happen.

1. Typhoon is most probably a kind of ________.

A．competition

B．animal

C．weather

D．accident

2. Which of the following did the teachers do after the typhoon arrived?
① lining up on the wall
②training the students
③keeping the students safe
④comforting the students

A．③④

B．①②

C．②④

D．①③

3. The changing of the writer’s feelings can be described as ________ according to the passage.

A．surprised—excited—worried—encouraged

B．nervous—surprised—thankful—confident

C．confident—nervous—encouraged—excited

D．encouraged—surprised—confident—nervous

4. The purpose of the passage is to tell us ________.

A．typhoon is very dangerous	B．the writer had a terrible experience
C．the students are very brave	D．students should be trained well for challenges