1 . During my second year in high school, I got sick and missed a few days. When I
The next day at school, I got a rude awakening: I’d totally forgotten to prepare for the
As it turned out, I didn’t know the majority of the questions. I was just about to give
Finally, I decided to finish the test on my own, without
The next day when I walked into the English room, my great joy of having been an
You can only imagine my
My mom says the victories that
| A．arrived | B．appeared | C．returned | D．finished |
| A．If | B．Although | C．Until | D．Because |
| A．lecture | B．essay | C．play | D．test |
| A．by | B．upon | C．over | D．toward |
| A．missed | B．carried | C．lost | D．dropped |
| A．depend | B．guess | C．agree | D．improve |
| A．in | B．off | C．out | D．away |
| A．wrote | B．settled | C．calmed | D．looked |
| A．boredom | B．worries | C．loneliness | D．tiredness |
| A．persuaded | B．warned | C．whispered | D．chanted |
| A．coldest | B．saddest | C．longest | D．fastest |
| A．suffering | B．cheating | C．checking | D．thinking |
| A．certain | B．regretful | C．annoyed | D．relieved |
| A．open | B．honest | C．optimistic | D．energetic |
| A．wisdom | B．encouragement | C．nerve | D．intention |
| A．anxiety | B．shock | C．fear | D．appreciation |
| A．paper | B．credit | C．grade | D．rate |
| A．take | B．put | C．find | D．gain |
| A．gradually | B．exactly | C．willingly | D．seemingly |
| A．film | B．fact | C．ending | D．love |
2 . For nearly a decade now, Merebeth has been a self-employed pet transport specialist. Her pet transport job was born of the financial crisis(危机)in the late 2000s. The downturn hit the real estate (房地产)firm where she had worked for ten years as an office manager. The firm went broke and left her looking for a new job. One day, while driving near her home, she saw a dog wandering on the road, clearly lost. She took it home, and her sister in Denver agreed to take it. This was a loving home for sure, but 1, 600 miles away. It didn’t take long for Merebeth to decide to drive the dog there herself. It was her first road trip to her new job.
Merebeth’s pet delivery service also satisfies her wanderlust. It has taken her to every state in the US except Montana, Washington and Oregon, she says proudly. If she wants to visit a new place, she will simply find a pet with transport needs there. She travels in all weathers. She has driven through 55 mph winds in Wyoming, heavy flooding and storms in Alabama and total whiteout conditions in Kansas.
This wanderlust is inherited from her father, she says. She moved their family from Canada to California when she was one year old, because he wanted them to explore a new place together. As soon as she graduated from high school she left home to live on Catalina Island off the Californian coast, away from her parents, where she enjoyed a life of sailing and off-road biking.
It turns out that pet transporting pays quite well at about $30, 000 per year before tax. She doesn’t work in summer, as it would be unpleasantly hot for the animals in the car, even with air conditioning. As autumn comes, she gets restless—the same old wanderlust returning. It’s a call she must heed alone, though. Merebeth says, “When I am on the road, I’m just in my own world. I’ve always been independent-spirited and I just feel strongly that I must help animals.”
1. Why did Merebeth changed her job?| A．She wanted to work near her home. |
| B．She was tired of working in the office. |
| C．Her sister asked her to move to Denver. |
| D．Her former employer was out of business. |
| A．make money. | B．try various jobs. |
| C．be close to nature. | D．travel to different places. |
| A．She has chances to see rare animals. |
| B．She works hard throughout the year. |
| C．She relies on herself the whole time. |
| D．She earns a basic and tax-free salary. |
3 . Are you sometimes a little tired and sleepy in the early afternoon? Many people feel this way after lunch. They may think that eating lunch is the cause of the sleepiness. Or, in summer, they may think it is the heat (热). However, the real reason lies inside their bodies. At that time—about eight hours after you wake up - your body temperature goes down. This is what makes you slow down and feel sleepy. Scientists have tested sleep habits in experiments where there was no night or day. The people in these experiments almost always followed a similar sleeping pattern (模式). They slept for one long period and then for one short period about eight hours later.
In many parts of the world, people take naps (小睡) in the middle of the day. This is especially true in warmer climates (气候), where the heat makes work difficult in the early afternoon. Researchers are now saying that naps are good for everyone in any climate. A daily nap gives one a more rested body and mind and therefore is good for health in general. In countries where naps are traditional (传统的), people often suffer less from problem such as heart disease.
Many working people unfortunately, have no time to take naps. Though doctors may advise taking naps, employers do not allow it! If you do have the chance, however, here are a few tips about making the most of your nap. Remember that the best time to take a nap is about eight hours after you get up. A short sleep too late in the day may only make you feel more tired and sleepy afterward. This can also happen if you sleep for too long. If you do not have enough time, try a short nap - even ten minutes of sleep can be helpful.
1. Why do people feel sleepy in the early afternoon according to the text?| A．They eat too much for lunch. | B．They sleep too little at night. |
| C．Their body temperature becomes lower. | D．The weather becomes a lot warmer. |
| A．About 12:30 pm. | B．About 1:30 pm. | C．About 2:30 pm. | D．About 3:30 pm. |
| A．Just for a Rest | B．All for a Nap |
| C．A Special Sleep Pattern. | D．Taking Naps in Warmer Climate. |
4 . Give yourself a test. Which way is the wind blowing? How many kinds of wildflowers can be seen from your front door? If your awareness is as sharp as it could be, you’ll have no trouble answering these questions.
Most of us observed much more as children than we do as adults. A child’s day is filled with fascination, newness and wonder. Curiosity gave us all a natural awareness. But distinctions that were sharp to us as children become unclear; we are numb(麻木的）to new stimulation(刺激), new ideas. Relearning the art of seeing the world around us is quite simple, although it takes practice and requires breaking some bad habits.
The first step in awakening senses is to stop predicting what we are going to see and feel before it occurs. This blocks awareness. One chilly night when I was hiking in the Rocky Mountains with some students, I mentioned that we were going to cross a mountain stream. The students began complaining about how cold it would be. We reached the stream, and they unwillingly walked ahead. They were almost knee-deep when they realized it was a hot spring. Later they all admitted they’d felt cold water at first.
Another block to awareness is the obsession(痴迷) many of us have with naming things. I saw bird watchers who spotted a bird, immediately looked it up in field guides, and said, a "ruby-crowned kinglet" and checked it off. They no longer paid attention to the bird and never learned what it was doing.
The pressures of "time" and "destination" are further blocks to awareness. I encountered many hikers who were headed to a distant camp-ground with just enough time to get there before dark. It seldom occurred to them to wander a bit, to take a moment to see what’s around them. I asked them what they’d seen. "Oh, a few birds," they said. They seemed bent on their destinations.
Nature seems to unfold to people who watch and wait. Next time you take a walk, no matter where it is, take in all the sights, sounds and sensations. Wander in this frame of mind and you will open a new dimension to your life.
1. According to Paragraph 2, compared with adults, children are more ________.| A．anxious to do wonders |
| B．sensitive to others’ feelings |
| C．likely to develop unpleasant habits |
| D．eager to explore the world around them |
| A．are very patient in their observation |
| B．are really fascinated by nature |
| C．care only about the names of birds |
| D．question the accuracy of the field guides |
| A．The natural beauty isn’t attractive to them. |
| B．They focus on arriving at the camp in time. |
| C．The forest in the dark is dangerous for them. |
| D．They are keen to see rare birds at the destination. |
| A．fill our senses to feel the wonders of the world |
| B．get rid of some bad habits in our daily life |
| C．open our mind to new things and ideas |
| D．try our best to protect nature |
5 . What's your feeling when you step into senior high school? It is a completely new experience, but you shouldn't worry. We've got some tips to help you.
※You're not alone.
Remember that everybody else in your grade is in the same boat. You may not notice it, but they’re just as nervous as you are.
Moving up to senior high school is an opportunity, not a problem. Things are different, and all you need to do is to be polite and learn the new rules.
※The teachers will help you.
If you don't know what to do or are worried about something, then ask for help. Teachers are probably the best people to turn to because they have experience in helping new students. Pay attention to what your teachers say.
※Everybody changes.
There are lots of differences between junior high school and senior high school. You will have your lessons with different teachers in different schools. You will have homework for different subjects on different days, so make sure you get organised.
※Other points.
If you' ve got an elder brother or sister at senior high school, then ask them for hints.
Remember that things will become much better if you just act naturally.
Going to bed early makes a difference. You'll also find it easier to get up in the morning!
1. The author says"You're not alone.” because other students ________.| A．feel the same as you do. |
| B．will help you if possible. |
| C．will learn the new rules with you. |
| D．are polite and friendly. |
| A．It is a difficult problem. |
| B．It sounds simple. |
| C．It's worrying. |
| D．It's a good chance. |
| A．Don't be shy. |
| B．Just act naturally. |
| C．Change yourself. |
| D．Pay attention to what your classmates say. |
| A．To tell students about a new experience. |
| B．To tell students how to make full use of time. |
| C．To tell students that teachers are the best helpers. |
| D．To help students that are going to senior high school. |
HIGHFIELD COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL SCHOOL REPORT Form Teacher: G. Baker Pupil’s Name: Simon Watkins Term: Summer 2015 Form: Ⅳ B
Basically satisfactory work and progress though he will now have realized, I hope, that in certain subject areas he needs to make speedy improvement. HEADMASTER I shall be keeping an eye on his progress in his weaker subjects though his success in the science is most pleasing. |
| A．becomes weak because he doesn’t exercise at all. | B．likes to work with his classmates |
| C．doesn’t exercise his body at the right time | D．is too talkative in the class |
| A．History and French. | B．Biology |
| C．English and Chemistry. | D．Physics and Physical Education. |
| A．He has made great progress in language classes. |
| B．His potential has been fully reflected in scientist. |
| C．He needs to improve his attitude on certain subjects. |
| D．His grade in maths makes him a born science and Maths. |
| A．Simon didn’t bother his teacher to revise French. | B．Basically, Simon did a good job in science. |
| C．Simon is a determined learner in English. | D．Simon is able to pay attention to history for long. |
7 . When middle-aged Alex
After a year or so, however, Alex began to
One day Alex got a(n)
After Alex hung up the phone, he
Finally his work was
Then one day, Alex found the paper bag. Suddenly he
| A．dreaded | B．imagined | C．assigned | D．quitted |
| A．doubt | B．check | C．teach | D．hate |
| A．collecting | B．selling | C．reading | D．purchasing |
| A．failure | B．difficulty | C．loss | D．danger |
| A．email | B．message | C．note | D．call |
| A．certain | B．real | C．right | D．high |
| A．cleared | B．controlled | C．attracted | D．stuck |
| A．writer | B．dancer | C．driver | D．salesman |
| A．happily | B．slowly | C．firmly | D．peacefully |
| A．handed out | B．pulled out | C．gave away | D．gave way |
| A．nothing | B．anything | C．something | D．everything |
| A．published | B．completed | C．cheered up | D．came out |
| A．even | B．ever | C．gently | D．actually |
| A．guaranteed | B．told | C．described | D．pictured |
| A．honesty | B．intelligence | C．courage | D．humor |
8 . Earthquakes strike suddenly at any time of the day or night, but there's no way to tell when. If an earthquake happens, it may cause many deaths, injuries and damage. So you need a good preparation ahead of time. Decide how and where your family will get together if separated. Choose an out-of-state friend or relative that the family members can call after the quake to report where they are and how they are. Know the safe places in each room: under the strong tables, desks, or against inside walls. Keep enough food, water and other things, including a flashlight, a radio, medicines and clothing.
During the earthquake, you should keep a clear head and never be too nervous to know what to do. Protect your head and neck with your arms. If possible, take a book, a pillow or any other things to protect yourself from falling glass and ruins. If you are indoors, you must immediately lie under any strong furniture. If outdoors, move to an open area away from trees, buildings, walls or power-poles. If you are in a narrow valley, move to the centre of it and look up for falling stones. If you are in a car, move to the side of the road and stop the car. Do not stop near buildings, power lines or on or under bridges. Stay in your car until the shaking stops.
Do not move a badly injured person unless he is in great danger after the earthquake. Do not use the telephone immediately unless there is a serious injury or fire. Turn on your radio for instructions and news reports. Be prepared for aftershocks. If you want to leave your home, post a message inside your home telling your family members where you can be found.
1. To prepare for an earthquake, we should make sure of ________.| A．when an earthquake may happen |
| B．the place where we can find our family |
| C．how to receive instructions and news reports |
| D．the money with which we can buy food and water |
| A．find a strong building to hide in |
| B．leave the car as soon as possible |
| C．go on driving quickly to leave the area |
| D．move to the side of the road and stop there |
| A．we should keep calm and know what to do clearly |
| B．the trees and walls can protect us if we are outdoors |
| C．we should protect our necks with a pillow or a book |
| D．falling glass can be used to help us |
| A．move an injured person quickly |
| B．use the telephone immediately |
| C．turn on the TV to get news reports |
| D．leave a message before leaving home |
9 . Some of the greatest problems we face today are concerned with the gradual destruction of our environment. Brown clouds; wildlife
But does it do any good?
I recently learned something about flamingos. These beautiful birds gather in
However, the next day they
The
Then one day something
A few can make a
If you believe in a cause, don’t
| A．protection | B．extinction | C．migration | D．separation |
| A．questions | B．costs | C．examples | D．problems |
| A．drive | B．run | C．cycle | D．stand |
| A．tiny | B．different | C．huge | D．similar |
| A．comes | B．passes | C．varies | D．moves |
| A．all | B．any | C．none | D．most |
| A．gather | B．try | C．sing | D．appear |
| A．attract | B．require | C．escape | D．pay |
| A．plan | B．trend | C．activity | D．movement |
| A．since | B．though | C．unless | D．while |
| A．responsibility | B．notice | C．chance | D．measure |
| A．put off | B．cut off | C．carried out | D．worked out |
| A．approaches | B．works | C．changes | D．disappears |
| A．significant | B．reasonable | C．adequate | D．small |
| A．continues | B．delays | C．finishes | D．begins |
| A．familiar | B．strange | C．magnificent | D．unrealistic |
| A．point | B．decision | C．difference | D．mistake |
| A．useless | B．tireless | C．extra | D．special |
| A．give up | B．give in | C．give away | D．give out |
| A．identify | B．understand | C．predict | D．address |
10 . Mr. Hadley was my 6th grade teacher. At that time I was a short girl weighing 70 kilograms. Boys always laughed at me because of it. So I became an extremely shy young lady.
One day Mr. Hadley told us that we would be required to come to the front of the class and read the reports that we had completed.
When my turn came, I refused to stand in front of all those students and open up to their tricks. Mr. Hadley handed me my report and asked me to read it. I gave it back to him. He walked to the font and said, “Martha has a very good report here and I think everyone needs to hear her read it. If you make strange noises or make fun of her in any way, I will let you fail right here and now. OK?”
Mr. Hadley walked back to me and handed me the paper again, asking me to go to the front of the class. I walked there on legs that were shaking and I felt a rabbit in my chest. Everyone was all quiet, including those boys. I stood there trying to be calm.
Mr. Hadley walked over to me and put his arm around me, “You can do it. I have confidence in you!” His words helped me calm down. I read the report and instead of the kids laughing at me and making fun of me, they all stood up and clapped their hands.
From that day on the kids never made fun of me and some actually made friends with me. I continued to be quiet and shy all through school but 1 knew if I had to stand up in front of the class, I could do it.
1. Martha felt extremely shy because of her ______.| A．study | B．age | C．appearance | D．beauty |
| A．she didn't like the teacher of the 6th grade | B．she knew her report was not good |
| C．the teacher wouldn't listen to her | D．she was afraid of being laughed at |
| A．Curious | B．Excited | C．Nervous | D．Angry |
| A．Martha's report was well written | B．Martha had a rabbit as her pet |
| C．Martha was a good-looking girl | D．the teacher helped Martha with her report |
| A．satisfaction | B．self-confidence | C．humor | D．happiness |
