"Everyone makes mistakes in life, but that doesn't mean they have to pay for them for the rest of their life. Sometimes wise people make foolish choices. It doesn't mean they're foolish…it means they're improving!"
Mistakes sometimes mean something that you are trying new things. It's good to try new things, because when you are trying new things you are growing. If you never have a try, you never make progress. Look around you, everything you see is the result of someone trying new things.
I remember clearly what life was like back in 2006. I was 17 years old and in a really bad place.
In a chemistry lab, I was doing an experiment. I tried twenty times, but I couldn't succeed. So I decided to stop doing the experiment. I felt a little unhappy.
Mr. Green seemed to understand me. He touched my head with a smile, "Young man, you have done a lot and you've got a lot. You at least know that there are twenty ways you can't use to do this experiment."
After hearing the words, I became excited. I kept doing the experiment and at last I did succeed.
1. What's the purpose of the author in writing the first paragraph?
| A．Don't be afraid of making mistakes. |
| B．Mistakes can give you more time. |
| C．Mistakes can tell you who is wise. |
| D．Mistakes can stop you from succeeding. |
| A．new things mean mistakes |
| B．if you never have a try, you will never make progress |
| C．if you want to improve, you should make mistakes |
| D．people should make many mistakes before they begin to do things |
| A．was not allowed to do the experiment |
| B．lost his chemistry book |
| C．failed many times in the experiment |
| D．was laughed by the teacher |
| A．To show how stupid the author was. |
| B．To show how strict the teacher was. |
| C．To encourage the author to go on making mistakes. |
| D．To encourage the students to go on doing the experiment. |
| A．Trying New Things Can Make Mistakes |
| B．Everyone Should Make Mistakes |
| C．Wise People Make Fewer Mistakes |
| D．Mistakes Is Good for Our Success |
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One day Fred’s aunt sent him a new spade (铁锹) and a small box of seeds (种子). As soon as he got them, he went out to his own garden to plant the seeds.
His sister Jane went with him. As he dug, she stood near him and talked to him with the box of seeds in her hand. As Jane spoke, she dropped the box of seeds on the ground by mistake. All the seeds fell out, Jane was afraid and said sorry to Fred, but Fred didn’t speak to her.
“Oh, Fred” she cried. “ Why don’t you speak to me?”
Fred replied, “I wanted to wait till I could count to ten.”
“Count to ten!” said Jane. “ Why did you want to count to ten?” “ Aunt once told me to count to ten before I spoke, if ever I felt angry. I know that I am often angry with you, and I wanted to do the right thing this time.” said Fred.
“Oh, Fred, how good you are! It was very careless of me to let the seeds fall, but I have collected them all again. Here they are.”
The seeds were put into the ground, and day by day Fred and Jane came to watch them grow.
At last a lot of small green leaves appeared above the ground. They soon grew larger and had pretty flowers, making the children very happy.
Before you speak too fast in anger, count to ten, and if you are still angry, count again.
1. After he got the seeds, Fred ________ at once.| A．called her sister Jane | B．went out to plant them |
| C．got angry with Jane | D．dropped them on the ground |
| A．cried loudly | B．shouted at Jane |
| C．said nothing | D．collected them himself |
| A．planting seeds | B．counting numbers |
| C．working with Jane | D．digging in the ground |
| A．aunt | B．mother | C．sister | D．teacher |
| A．Planting seeds | B．Fred’s aunt | C．Counting to ten | D．Fred’s sister |
There was a moneylender named Jim in a village. He would wake up at 5 in the morning, and after that he used to go to his fields, to the warehouse and then to his buffalo’s shed.
He worked very hard and his work was going well, due to（由于）which he became richer.
Whenever Jim went to pick up his son Sam early in the morning so that he would go to work with him, Sam did not get up due to laziness. Later Jim fell ill and passed away. But Sam slept till late as before. Due to this habit of his, gradually there was a loss in business. Seeing all this, Sam’s mother said to him, “There is a loss in our business. Do something to make it right.” Sam said to his mother, “I do not know business.” His mother said, “Your grandfather lives in another village. You can go to him and learn some business tricks.”
Sam did as his mother told him. He told his grandmother about the loss in business. The grandfather advised Sam to wake up at 5 in the morning, and go to his fields, to the warehouse, and then to his buffalo’s shed.
As per（按照）the advice of his grandfather, Sam got up at 5 in the morning and started going to fields, the warehouse, and the buffalo’s shed.
Later his business started running well again, just like before. Sam’s mother was very happy and she asked Sam to take some gifts to thank his grandfather, because of whom all this happened.
Sam’s grandfather said to him, “You used to be lazy. Now you have overcome laziness, due to which the business started running well again. ” Sam understood that he should never be lazy.
1. According to the passage, the moneylender Jim was ________.| A．dishonest | B．hard-working | C．kind-hearted | D．humorous |
| A．his father was a poor farmer | B．his mother wasn’t strict with him |
| C．his grandfather lived far away from him | D．his habit of being lazy didn’t change |
| A．He advised Sam to do what his father did. | B．He told Sam to do nothing. |
| C．He asked Sam to look after his mother. | D．He told Sam how to take up farming. |
| A．to celebrate his grandfather’s birthday. | B．to ask him for help |
| C．to thank him | D．to learn new business tricks |
| A．It’s never too old to learn. | B．The early bird catches the worms. |
| C．You can’t always get what you want. | D．Practice makes perfect. |
【推荐3】One young excellent person was trying to find a high position in a big company. It was the manager who would make the final decision.
The manager discovered that the young man did an excellent job in his college, which aroused the manager’s curiosity.
The manager asked, “Who paid for your college?”
The young man answered, “My father passed away when I was one year old, so it was just my mother.”
“What did your mother do?” The manager seemed surprised.
“She is a clothes cleaner,” the young man answered, with no feeling.
“Have you ever helped your mother wash some clothes before?”
“Never. My mother always wanted me to study and read more books. She could wash clothes faster than me,” the young man seemed puzzled (迷惑) when answering.
“Well, now I need you to do something. When you go back home today, clean your mother’s hands and see me tomorrow.”
The youth was happy when hearing this because he felt that his chance of getting the job was great. When he went home, he happily asked his mother to let him clean her hands. His mother felt strange but happy. With mixed feelings, she showed her hands.
The young man cleaned his mother’s hands, with tears falling. It was the first time he noticed that his mother’s hands were so wrinkled (皱的), and there were so many wounds. This pair of hands enabled him to go through college. This pair of hands was the price that his mother had to pay for his life and his future.
The next morning, the manager asked the young man, “Now tell me what you learned yesterday.”
After hearing what he said, the manager knew the young man had learned his lesson. “This is the man whom I am looking for. You are hired (聘用了).”
1. What attracted the attention of the manager when he was interviewing the young man?| A．The young man’s father. |
| B．The young man’s clothes. |
| C．The young man’s excellent job in college. |
| D．The young man’s high position in company. |
| A．how the young man got the job in the company |
| B．who enabled the young man to finish his college |
| C．why the young man’s father wanted him to study |
| D．how fast the young man’s mother could wash clothes |
| A．he wanted the young man and his mother to have a talk |
| B．he wanted the young man to know his mother’s love for him |
| C．the young man felt sure he would get the job in the company |
| D．the young man had never wanted to study or read more books |
| A．why his mother could wash clothes faster than he did |
| B．when he would get the job offer from the company |
| C．what his mother had done for his life and his future |
| D．why his mother didn’t want him to wash her hands |
| A．Mother’s hands. | B．A big company. |
| C．Mixed feelings. | D．The manager’s hands. |
Scientists say that the gravity makes the world turn, but some people say that love makes
Love may connect people all over the world, but what would the world be without generosity? Whether after a national disaster or a school fund raiser, one thing is certain--- it is better to give than to receive. Generosity is found everywhere and whether it’s a large or small act, it makes a difference. Most of all, generosity is not something you need any qualifications（资格）for, and no matter what you do, it can make a difference. Sometimes, though, it takes effort to be generous, which leads us to perseverance.
Founding a country, riding a bike, or finishing a novel, these are all finished with perseverance. Perseverance is the one thing that can help us achieve whatever we want. It is what helps scientists discover cures for illnesses, and athletes become winners. You may fail, but every time you make a mistake, that’s one less to make the next time.
There is an infinite(无限的) number of things we value. But without love, generosity, and perseverance, we just don’t think that our lives or the world would be the way it is.
1. The underlined word “it” in the second paragraph means .
| A．the world | B．the gravity | C．the value | D．the experience |
| A．you needn’t make effort |
| B．you should be qualified(有资格的) |
| C．you should give all you have |
| D．you find it meaningful whatever you do |
| A．财富 | B．体力 | C．毅力 | D．机遇 |
| A．Perseverance is the only thing to help us achieve success. |
| B．People don’t understand life they experience at all. |
| C．Helping others is always better than receiving help. |
| D．What the world is like depends on the gravity and love. |
| A．Success and failure | B．Three values | C．Endless love | D．Hard life |
I am unhappy these days. I am a student in Grade 3 of a middle school. I want to be a policewoman in the future. (未来) But my mother doesn’t like the job. She always says it is too dangerous for a girl to work as a policewoman. She thinks girls should work in the office. She hopes that I can work as a doctor. But I really dislike being a doctor. It’s terrible for me to work in the hospital. When I talk with her about it, she is often angry. She always thinks she is right. I don’t know what to do. Can you help me?
Yours,
Nancy
1. Where does Nancy want to work?
| A．in the hospital | B．At school | C．In the police station | D．In the office |
| A．a worker | B．a student | C．a policewoman | D．a doctor |
| A．a nurse | B．a teacher | C．a clerk | D．a doctor |
| A．Because it’s too busy. |
| B．Because it’s too difficult |
| C．Because it’s too dangerous. |
| D．Because it’s too boring. |
| A．Nancy’s mother is right. |
| B．Nancy thinks it’s terrible to be a policewoman. |
| C．Nancy’s mother likes to talk with Nancy about the job. |
| D．Nancy needs the editor’s help. |
【推荐3】A mother returned home from the store very tiredly. As she put down all of the things on the kitchen table, her 8-year-old son ran up to her. He was waiting for her and wanted to tell her what his younger brother did.
“While I was out playing, Tyler took out his crayons and wrote on the wall! It’s on the new wallpaper (壁纸) you just hung up in the living room. I told him you would be mad at him for doing it again, but I couldn’t stop him, “He did it again! Where is your little brother now?” She cried and asked. “He is in his room,” the son answered quickly.
She walked to the younger son’s room. She called his full name when she entered the room. Then, she found Tyler. He was trying to hide somewhere. He knew that the worst moment was coming. For the next 10 minutes, the room was full of her shouting about the expensive wallpaper. She punished the little boy for his bad behavior. The more she scolded (斥责), the madder she got. Finally, she stopped.
Then, she looked around the living room to see what had happened. As soon as she saw the wall, her eyes were filled with tears at once because of happiness. It said, “I love Mommy” and was surrounded (包围) with a heart.
Well, the wallpaper was kept the same as it used to be. A reminder (提醒) to her and to all: Take time to read the words on the wall.
So when you are sure that something goes wrong, have you ever had any doubt (怀疑) that there might be a misunderstanding (误解)? Take some time to give it a second thought.
根据短文内容判断正、误。（正确的涂“A”，错误的涂“B”）
1. Tyler, an 8-year-old boy wrote something on the new wallpaper with his crayons before his mother came back.
2. The mother called her little son’s full name after walking to his room.
3. Tyler knew that his mother was angry with him, so he tried to hide in his room.
4. The mother accepted Tyler’s special way of showing love in the end.
5. From the passage we know that love from mother often hides in small things.
【推荐1】When babies are hungry, they will cry to show their feelings. When children and grown-ups are sad, they may cry to feel better. However, some people think crying is a bad thing because it may be bad for their health. In fact, it is healthy to have some tears. According to the studies, some health problems have something to do with not crying enough. Sometimes people need to cry more because it helps them to get well.
Different cultures have different ideas about crying. The people in Indonesia think crying—unless done by a person who has lost a close friend—is unhealthy, causing health problems. In some other cultures, people cry together usually when they are afraid of something and in times of sadness. Here are two interesting studies about crying.
A study of 5,000 people in 35 countries made by Professor (教授) Ad Vingerhoets found that women usually cried between 30 and 64 times a year, and men usually cried 6 to 17 times a year. Vingerhoets thinks that women’s higher prolactin levels (催乳素水平) may cause women to cry more. Prolactin levels are higher in pregnancy (怀孕) .
According to another study, when 150 women were watching the film Steel Magnolias, scientists found 22 percent of them cried and the others didn’t. Those who cried felt more sadness for a long time. The study said crying can make people sadder, and a took people longer to get well.
Crying may make people feel better only if it helps with their problems. Studies show comfort from one person does make people feel that crying is a good idea. So next time you don’t feel good, you can talk with your friend and cry out to make yourself feel better!
1. What’s the theme of the passage?| A．Customs. | B．Environment. | C．Health. | D．Family. |
| A．Crying does harm to people. | B．People shouldn’t often cry. |
| C．Crying is good for people. | D．People don’t like crying. |
| A．The result of the study made by Ad Vingerhoets. |
| B．The process of the study made by Ad Vingerhoets. |
| C．The time of the study made by Ad Vingerhoets. |
| D．The place of the study made by Ad Vingerhoets. |
| A．17. | B．33. | C．64. | D．117. |
| A．①②③/④/⑤ | B．①/②/③④/⑤ | C．①/②③④/⑤ | D．①/②③/④/⑤ |
My favorite sweater grew too small.
I love that sweater best of all.
My grandma made it when I was three.
She made that sweater just for me.
I picked the yarn (纱线), a special blue.
The color of bluebells, wet with dew(露珠).
When I was three I was very small.
But now I’m five and much too tall.
I have a new jacket now that’s green.
So I gave my sweater to our cat Queen.
Queen just had kittens out in the shed (小屋).
My favorite sweater is now their bed.
1. Who is the writer of the poem?
| A．The grandma. | B．Miss Taylor. |
| C．Mrs. Taylor | D．Queen |
| A．3 | B．4 | C．5 | D．6 |
| A．a baby cat | B．a kind of food |
| C．a kind of drink | D．a bed for a baby |
Whether your day was troubled by one terrible incident or many small things, a bad day can leave you feeling sad and nervous. Here are some ways that may help you cheer up after a bad day.
Deal with bad feelings
Pay attention to your physical senses.
Share your feelings with someone you trust. You may think it’s better to keep your dark mood to yourself, especially in a busy environment like the office or the classroom.
Do activities to relax
Do deep breathing exercises. Breathing deeply can get your brain and body to relax. If you’re feeling down, take three to ten deep breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth.
Take a little time to do something you enjoy.
Help yourself feel better physically (身体地)
Go for a run, a jog, or a walk.
Eating and drinking healthily can help you feel better both physically and mentally (精神地). Choose foods that can improve your mood and increase your energy levels, such as greens and whole grains (谷物).
| A．Fuel (增加) yourself with a healthy meal. |
| B．It’s okay to feel down when you’re having a bad day. |
| C．One of the best ways to get over a bad day is to exercise. |
| D．Treating yourself to something fun can help you feel better. |
| E．It’s important to give yourself time to deal with bad feelings. |
| F．However, connecting with others when you feel down can help you feel better. |
【推荐1】What do mothers think of housework? Let’s read the following ideas.
| Laura | We don’t like housework, but at the same time, we hope to have a clean and comfortable home. I learn from my neighbor Teresa. She says, “You don’t have to do everything right away, but ‘do small things with great love.’ Start with the easy ones, rest, and then go on with others. It becomes less tiring but much more interesting when you divide（分成）things to smaller parts.” |
| Mona | Do you know what you should call those who use towels（毛巾）but never wash them, eat meals but never do the dishes, sit in rooms but never clean? If your answer is, “a house guest（房客）”, you’re wrong, because I just described my kids. |
| Mary | My kids seem to learn to use the computer and turn on the TV quickly. However, they have difficulty in using the vacuum cleaner（吸尘器）. It is really amazing. |
| A．Mary. | B．Mona. | C．Her friend. | D．Teresa. |
| A．Hard-working. | B．Helpful. | C．Lazy. | D．Serious. |
| A．Her guests. | B．Her kids. | C．Her parents. | D．Her students. |
| A．They all talk about their kids. |
| B．Mary’s kids can’t use the computer. |
| C．Mona’s kids never help with the housework. |
| D．Laura doesn’t like a clean and comfortable home. |
| A．A newspaper. | B．A textbook. | C．A sports magazine. | D．A science report. |
【推荐2】Host: As we know, the British have been sending cards since the 19th century. They spend about 1,700,000,000 pounds on cards every year. However, the number of people sending cards and letters is falling. More than 30 percent of UK children have never sent or received a handwritten letter. Should the tradition of sending cards and letters be stopped?
Group A: We live in a fast-developing world and using snail mail is unnecessary. Making paper uses lots of energy and some cards are hard to recycle. It’s bad for environment. What’s more, cards are expensive to buy and so is posting. Nowadays, we usually use our phones and computers because they are quick, easy and free. Traditional cards and letters are out of date. They are not young people’s cup of tea. It’s no surprise that most of them end up as litter. | Group B: The tradition has been around for hundreds of years and should stay. Sending a handwritten letter or carefully chosen card shows that you care. Phone messages and emails are quick and easy, but they seem to carry less feeling. Sending letters is good for children because it is a chance to practice writing skills. Also, it’s fun! Receiving post makes you feel special and it’s important if someone lives far away or is lonely—just imagine a birthday without cards! |
1. What’s the discussion mainly about?
| A．When the British send cards and letters. |
| B．Whether the British should keep the tradition. |
| C．Why the British like sending cards and letters. |
A． | B． | C． |
| A．Wasteful and expensive. | B．Fast but expensive. | C．Important and careful. |
【推荐3】None wants to be a quitter, but what if you don’t enjoy an activity or hobby as much as you used to? Finding the courage to let go can build up your confidence and free up time to spend on something that makes you happy instead.
Nothing is fun all of the time. Learning to let go when things aren’t right is important. Maybe your heart isn’t in playing the piano anymore. Or you only play football. Making the decision to walk away could free up time and energy to spend on something you really enjoy. In fact, studies show that letting go of goals you can’t reach, or don’t really want, can help you lead a happier, healthier life.
Unless you have a clear reason, it can be difficult to know when to walk away from a sport or hobby. Eric Bean is an expert in sports psychology. He always helps athletes(运动员) understand their feelings. He says, “Quitting is never really a black and white issue (问题),” and suggests thinking carefully about why you aren’t enjoying something anymore. Is it because you’ve fallen out with a teammate or can’t get on with a new art teacher? Talking about this with a trusted adult or friend can help you decide when to push through a challenging time and move on.
Taking a different direction doesn’t have to mean giving up your dream altogether. If you do decide to give up an activity, Bean suggests picking up another where you can still enjoy things like teamwork, creativity and regular exercise.
根据材料内容选择最佳答案。
1. What does the underlined word “quitter” mean in English?
| A．Someone who is less brave. | B．Someone who gives up easily. |
| C．Someone who is less confident. | D．Someone who likes trying new things. |
| A．Why letting go is important. | B．When is a good time to move on. |
| C．What to do after making decisions. | D．How to walk away things you dislike. |
| A．Quitting needs more courage. | B．Quitting is as easy as drawing. |
| C．Quitting needs thinking seriously. | D．Quitting is not really a wise choice. |
| A．Thinking about if I should take up a new hobby. |
| B．Thinking about if I should continue playing soccer |
| C．Thinking about why I don’t want to play soccer anymore. |
| D．Thinking about what I will do after giving up playing soccer. |
| A．Learning to relax | B．Treating yourself better |
| C．Learning about yourself | D．Knowing when to stop |
