Maggie had always been keen on singing, but she never believed in herself enough to enter a competition. That all changed when her friend, who had heard her sing and believed she had a talent, advised her to try out for the campus singing competition. Maggie was hesitant at first, but she decided to give it a shot.
The competition was only a few weeks away, and Maggie spent every spare moment practicing. She sang in the shower, in her car, and even in the library when she thought no one was listening. Her roommate, who was also her biggest cheerleader, helped her pick out the perfect outfit for the competition.
As the competition day approached, Maggie’s nerves started to get the best of her. She had never performed in front of such a large audience before, and the thought of being judged made her nervous. However, Maggie knew that she had to push herself out of her comfort zone if she wanted to pursue her passion. She reminded herself that she was doing this to prove to herself that she could do it and that she was good enough.
On the day of the competition, Maggie woke up with a sense of determination. She spent the morning rehearsing (排练) and getting into the right mindset. She arrived at the venue (会场) early and was surprised to see so many people had shown up to watch the competition.
As she waited for her turn to perform, Maggie observed the other contestants (参赛选手). She was amazed at the level of talent on display and wondered if she had what it took to win. However, she didn’t let her doubts get the better of her. She focused on her own performance and was determined to give it her all.
注意:
1. 续写词数应为150左右;
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When it was Maggie’s turn to perform, she took a deep breath before walking onto the stage.
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Finally, the judges announced the winner — Maggie won the first prize.
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2 . After graduation, I decided to take the gym seriously. Accompanied by a friend, I
One day, he suggested that we
But several weeks later, he managed to
“We’re not getting enough
“Tennis? I can’t play tennis! That
However, weeks later, I started playing tennis. After several months of painful practice, one day, as the ball came flying towards me, my racket and the ball met in what tennis players
I learned a valuable
A.started | B.changed | C.quit | D.designed |
A.confident | B.familiar | C.content | D.careful |
A.focus on | B.take up | C.make up | D.check in |
A.refused | B.supported | C.revised | D.admired |
A.remind | B.attract | C.request | D.persuade |
A.imagined | B.wanted | C.scheduled | D.arranged |
A.fluent | B.impressive | C.curious | D.skillful |
A.exercise | B.adventure | C.movement | D.time |
A.includes | B.explores | C.improves | D.requires |
A.behaviour | B.strategy | C.suggestion | D.goal |
A.view | B.comment | C.doubt | D.express |
A.obviously | B.formally | C.finally | D.actually |
A.lecture | B.lesson | C.message | D.responsibility |
A.flash | B.contact | C.follow | D.narrow |
A.calm | B.positive | C.confused | D.interested |
Liu Genghong, aka Will Liu, singer and composer from Taiwan
His
4 . Sports can help you keep fit and get in touch with nature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or on the grassland, you should be aware that your sport of choice might have great influence on the environment.
Some sports are resource-hungry. Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also tons of water. Besides, all sorts of chemicals and huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses (球场) in good condition. This causes major environmental effects. For example, in the dry regions of Portugal and Spain, golf causes serious water shortage in some local areas.
There are many environment-friendly sports. Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You don’t need any special equipment except a good pair of shoes; and you don’t have to worry about your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also keep you fit. If you walk regularly, it will be good for your heart and bones. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and have better weight control.
Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environment-friendly equipment and buying products made from recycled materials. But the final goal should be “green gyms”. They are better replacements for traditional health clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the countryside or other open spaces.
There is no special requirement for you to start your membership. And best of all, it’s free.
1. What do we know about golf from Paragraph 2?A.It eats up city areas of Portugal and Spain. |
B.It causes water shortages around the world. |
C.It needs water and energy to keep its courses. |
D.It pollutes the Earth with chemicals and wastes. |
A.Because it is cost-effective. | B.Because it improves our health. |
C.Because it is an outdoor sport. | D.Because it uses fewer resources. |
A.Cycling around a lake. |
B.Motor racing in the desert. |
C.Playing basketball in a gym. |
D.Swimming in a sports center. |
A.Golf: a waste of resource. |
B.Green sports: a wiser choice. |
C.Power walking: a simple exercise. |
D.Sports center: a greater replacement. |
1.你最喜欢的运动;
2.喜欢这项运动的理由;
3.这项运动对你的影响。
注意:写作词数应为80左右。
The Sport I Like Most
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6 . The Price of a Dream
I grew up poor. We had little money, but plenty of love and attention. I understood that no matter how poor a person was, they could still afford a dream. My dream was athletics.
By the time I was sixteen, I was good at baseball and football. My high school coach was Ollie Jarvis. He not only believed in me, but taught me the difference between having a dream and showing conviction (信念).
One summer a friend recommended me for a summer job. This meant a chance for money in my pocket — cash for dates with girls, certainly, money for a new bike and new clothes, and the start of savings for a house for my mother.
Then I realized I would have to give up summer baseball to handle the work schedule, and that meant I would have to tell Coach Jarvis I wouldn’t be playing. I was afraid of this, but my mother said, “If you make your bed, you have to lie in it.”
When I told Coach Jarvis, he was as mad as I expected him to be. “Your playing days are limited. You can’t afford to waste them,” he said.
I stood before him with my head hanging, trying to think of the words that would explain to him why I dream of buying my mom a house.
“How much are you going to make at this job, son?” he demanded.
“Three point twenty-five an hour,” I replied.
“Well,” he asked, “is $3. 25 an hour the price of a dream?”
That question exposed the difference between wanting something right now and having a goal. I devoted myself to sports that summer, and within the year I was drafted by the Pittsburgh Pirates to play rookie-league ball, and offered a $20, 000 contract. I signed with the Denver Broncos in 1984 for $1.7 million, and bought my mother my dream house.
1. Why was the writer grateful to Coach Jarvis?A.Because Coach Jarvis made him set a goal. |
B.Because Coach Jarvis supplied him with new clothes. |
C.Because Coach Jarvis gave him financial support. |
D.Because Coach Jarvis helped him show conviction. |
A.Balance summer baseball and the work schedule. |
B.Refuse the job offer for summer baseball. |
C.Give up summer baseball for the job. |
D.Ask his coach Jarvis for advice. |
A.You must eat the bitter fruit of your own making. |
B.Believe in yourself, but above all be patient. |
C.You must rely on yourself first, then others. |
D.A good beginning makes a good ending. |
A.He failed to buy his mother a house. |
B.He succeeded as a sportsman. |
C.He became a successful businessman. |
D.He made some money in the summer job. |
7 . When I tried out for the football team during the summer before 9th grade, I never imagined how important this sport would become in my life. Football is a
In the first year, I played on the defensive line. This was an amazing
In September, during my junior year, my name was mentioned in the local newspaper as the key defensive lineman on the team. After playing a fantastic season, I was given the
In this sense, the world of football has taught me an important life lesson:
A.tough | B.popular | C.typical | D.dynamic |
A.set | B.control | C.test | D.require |
A.mistakes | B.adventures | C.accidents | D.injuries |
A.performance | B.position | C.moment | D.advantage |
A.with | B.over | C.through | D.into |
A.valuable | B.lost | C.extra | D.regular |
A.pride | B.choice | C.name | D.honor |
A.Unfortunately | B.Similarly | C.Happily | D.Gradually |
A.practices | B.tryouts | C.seasons | D.operations |
A.But | B.Or | C.So | D.And |
A.examined | B.changed | C.provided | D.completed |
A.shoulder | B.hand | C.leg | D.foot |
A.explore | B.avoid | C.love | D.support |
A.Knowledge | B.Belief | C.Experience | D.Opinion |
A.enjoyable | B.possible | C.sensible | D.responsible |
8 . There are many weird sports that are present around the world. From each region of the world, along with the very popular common sports, there are also those really popular but very weird kinds of sports.
The Ultimate Test Between Man and Horses
This is indeed a very strange kind of sport that tests your stamina (耐力). You will learn how to be agile (灵活的) while competing against a horse. This game originated in the Welsh town of Llanwrtyd Wells. This sport really has to do with strength. You will require great agility and strength in order to take part in this. Marathon human contestants are put to compete against those mounted people. This is how the marathon testing takes place.
Love Locked Races
This is a sports event that was first introduced in Finland. This is all about a male competitor racing with a female in a certain way. There would be many obstructions and blocks on the way which would definitely bring you challenges. The person to win would have to finish the race without losing his female partner in the course of overcoming the obstacles even for once. This race takes place really fast and the obstacles are set that way.
The Toe Sport
This is yet another weird sport that welcomes you to use your toes. This is quite the same kind of sport that you used to play as a child which involved toe wrestling. This has now been turned into a major sport that even has a World Toe Wrestling Competition. It first originated in a pub of Derbyshire.
The locals took this sport with great enjoyment and then made this so popular that it soon had its own championship. The individuals who participate have only got to use their feet and then this is tougher than it may sound.
The Mud Pit Belly Flop
This is a kind of game where even the spectators (观众) get splashed with mud but in fact that is quite the fun. The very annual Summer Redneck Games in East Dublin bring about this game and bring about some of the greatest hubcap-discus throws with it. This is also a great sport to show the strength and dexterity of your feet.
1. Which sport requires couples to participate?A.The Ultimate Test Between Man and Horses. | B.Love Locked Races. |
C.The Toe Sport. | D.The Mud Pit Belly Flop. |
A.It first originated in a pub of Derbyshire. |
B.The locals took this sport with great enjoyment. |
C.It has a World Toe Wrestling Competition. |
D.Even kids are fond of the sport. |
A.People with agility and strength. | B.People with companions. |
C.Marathon runners. | D.Horse riders. |
1.表示支持;
2.对此项运动的理解;
3.给出建议。
注意:
1.写作词数应为 80 左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
参考词汇:cross-country running race 越野赛
Dear Jack,
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Yours,
Li Hua
Team China bagged a total of 383 medals, including 201 gold, 111 silver and 71 bronze,
The first gold of the Games was awarded
The 19th Asian Games, which featured 40 sports, 61 disciplines, and 481 events,
Chinese swimmers Zhang Yufei and Qin Haiyang were jointly awarded the Most