1 . Living away from your country can be a really interesting and unforgettable experience. But at the same time it has very important effects (影响) on your life.
The major effect, and also a very common one, is that once you start a regular life away from home, you miss everything.
The most significant effect of living away from home is the independence that grows inside you.
| A．Bad things don’t last forever and you have to make the best out of them. |
| B．Missing your family and the attention they all paid to you is a very usual thing to do. |
| C．Living far from home, even for a short period of time, can be really hard at the beginning. |
| D．Living on your own far from your family gives you a lot of experience of organizing your life. |
| E．The purpose of this passage is to discuss the three main effects that living in another country can influence your personal life. |
| F．Foreign people are kind to you and your classmates and they understand the power of love. |
| G．Living in a foreign country would mean learning how to accept another type of society and culture into your daily life |
1.自我介绍；2.家乡的人民、风景、美食。注意：词数：100左右。
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1.你喜欢做的事情；
2.你能够做什么事情；
3.你喜欢的原因。
要求：1.词数：100词左右（题目已给出）；
2.内容完整，语言流畅，可适当发挥；
My dream
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4 . Henry was going through a very hard time. His wife passed away one month ago. He thought his life became meaningless. Henry sat in his house sadly and did nothing.
One day, Henry’s neighbor, Lisa, saw him from her yard. She hadn’t seen him outside for several days! She wanted to help Henry. Then she had an idea.
Lisa said to Henry, “Hello, Henry! Just look at this fence (篱笆) between our houses. It is falling apart. You are a strong man. Can you help fix this fence?”
After hearing Lisa’s words, Henry was a little angry. He didn’t want to help her. He thought he was the one who needed help. He thought Lisa was kind of rude. However, he agreed to help Lisa because Lisa was too old to fix the fence herself.
Henry spent a few days fixing the fence. When he finished, Lisa thanked him. Henry gave her a smile. It was his first time to smile after his wife passed away.
“What a wonderful job! Could you please paint it for me?” Lisa said to him. Henry thought for a while and agreed. Then he began to paint the fence in the hot sun. As his neighbors passed by and saw Henry, they all praised Henry for what he was doing. Henry felt happy and proud. He felt his life was not meaningless any more.
Henry finally understood Lisa’s purpose. She wanted Henry to know that staying busy could help him forget his sorrow (悲痛). Henry thanked Lisa a lot.
1. Which of the following shows how Henry’s feelings changed over time?| A．Happy→thankful→bored→sad. | B．Sad→angry→happy→thankful. |
| C．Sad→happy→thankful-→sad. | D．Happy→upset→thankful→happy. |
| A．She wanted him to get to know more neighbors. |
| B．She asked him to do some things to make him busy. |
| C．She encouraged him to make friends with other neighbors. |
| D．She advised him to find a new part-time job in his free time. |
| A．Silly and lazy. | B．Rude and lazy. |
| C．Clever and helpful. | D．Patient and hard-working. |
| A．Staying busy can help us forget our sadness. | B．We should help others at any time. |
| C．It is hard to make friends with neighbors. | D．Asking others for help isn’t rude. |
5 . Welcome to Our After-school Activities
| Music Lesson Want to become happy in life? Want to enjoy beautiful songs? Music lessons (guitar, violin, piano and drums) Place: Training Room 304, School Gym Time: 8:30 a.m. — 10:30 a.m. every Saturday Come to www. mclub. com to learn more! | Food Festival Want to enjoy various food? Want to join in our food festival? Delicious food (pizza, sushi, curies, fired rice) Place: school Dining Hall Time: 11:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Sunday, May 16th |
PE Club Please come and join us! Make your school life colorful! Place: School Playground Day: Saturday ~Sunday Time: 5:00 p.m. — 6:00 p.m. Outdoor Activities (basketball, football, volleyball, running….) | Movie Night Want to spend a wonderful evening? Please come and watch it. Place: School Hall Day: Saturday evening Time: 6:00 p.m. — 11:10 p.m. Movies (Wolf War I 6:00 p.m. — 8:10 p.m.) (Hi, Mom 8:30 p.m — 11:10 p.m.) |
| A．8:30 p.m. — 10:30 p.m. | B．6:00 p.m. — 11:10 p.m. |
| C．11:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. | D．8:30 a.m. — 10:30 a.m. |
| A．School Playground. | B．School Dining Hall. |
| C．School Gym. | D．School Hal. |
| A．PE Club | B．Music Lesson | C．Food Festival | D．Movie Night |
6 . The kitchen and bedroom are the most unsafe places. Common accidents in these rooms include falls, fires, poisoning, cuts, hot water burns and electric shocks. How to make sure your kitchen and bedroom are safe. The following are some tips.
THE KITCHEN
*Turn off all appliances after use.
* Make sure the floor is not slippery.
* Keep matches out of the reach of children.
*Turn pan handles away from the front of the stove.
*Always cut away from your body when you use a knife.
* Follow instructions for all electrical appliances carefully.
* Always use a ladder to reach high cupboards; never stand on a chair.
*Store all cleaning materials and poisonous materials in a locked cupboard.
THE BEDROOM
* Never smoke in bed.
* Keep a lamp near the bed.
*Turn off electric blankets when not in use.
*Have a telephone near the bed, especially if ill.
1. What is the text mainly about?| A．The safety tips in the park. | B．The safety tips in the bathroom. |
| C．The safety tips in the classroom. | D．The safety tips in the kitchen and bedroom. |
| A．Use a ladder. | B．Jump up. |
| C．Stand on others’ shoulders. | D．Stand on a chair. |
| A．Smoke in the bed. | B．Turn on electric blankets when not in use. |
| C．Keep a lamp near the bed. | D．Don’t have a telephone near the bed. |
7 . THE BOAT RESTAURANT
| Starters Tomato Soup $2.50 French Onion Soup $ 2.50 Chicken Salad $ 3.50 | Snacks Cheese Burger $ 3.40 Burger $3.00 |
| Main courses Chips $7.00 Cheese & tomato pizza $5.00 Chinese chicken & rice $6.15 | Desserts Ice cream $3.00 Lemon cake $2.45 Chocolate cake $2.45 |
| Drinks Water $ 1.50 Fresh orange juice $ 1.25 Coffee $ 0.80 | |
| Lunch served 1:30 — 2:30 p.m. Dinner served 6:00 — 9:00 p.m. | |
| A．$ 2.45. | B．$ 2.50. | C．$ 4.95. | D．$ 5.00. |
| A．Three. | B．Four. | C．Five. | D．Six |
| A．At 2:00 p.m.. | B．At 9:00 p.m.. | C．At 6:00 p.m.. | D．At 1:00 p.m.. |
8 . For children, space is magical — a whole world is out there, with so many things to learn and stories to read. Here are some children’s books about space and the solar system.
Mae among the Stars by Stasia Burrington
This beautifully illustrated picture book is attractive to young kids. It was inspired by the first African American woman in space, Mae Jemison. It tells the story of Mae as a little girl, who always knew she had big dreams about space. This is a great addition to a young kid’s collection, as a reminder to hold tight to dreams and never give up.
Space by Libby Jackson
This beautifully illustrated book gives kids a look at 50 women from around the world who were involved in exploring space in some way, from the 19th century to the present day. This is a perfect gift for young kids who want to know more about some of the lesser-known scientific achievements related to space exploration.
Chasing Space by Leland Melvin
This is Melvin’s story about being a football player-turned-astronaut, along with his recovery from an injury that nearly left him deaf. Kids will love reading his story about how he faced challenges and advanced ahead, and he also includes DIY experiments for kids to try, and a section of full-color photographs.
System and Beyond by David A. Aguilar
The book is full of beautiful illustrations of space, and is perfect for kids of all ages, exploring various planets and the solar system. Unlike other kids’ space book, this is a National Geographic book written and illustrated by an award-winning astronomer and space artist. Aguilar is also the former Director of Science Information and Public Outreach at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.
1. What do Mae among the Stars and Space have in common?| A．They include less-known astronauts. | B．They tell about scientists’ childhood. |
| C．They cover women exploring space. | D．They are suitable for children of all ages. |
| A．Stasia Burrington’s. | B．Libby Jackson’s. |
| C．Leland Melvin’s. | D．David A. Aguilar’s. |
| A．It has beautiful pictures. | B．It tells about space artists. |
| C．It has won many grand awards. | D．It was written by an astronomer. |
9 . Most teens can’t wait to become adults, free to make their own decisions. But with freedom comes responsibility, and this applies especially to your finances. The earlier you begin developing good financial habits, the more secure your future will be.
Educate Yourself
To take charge of your financial future, read a few basic books on personal finance.
Plan Your Spending
Postpone Satisfaction
Start an Emergency Fund
To get ready for independence, you’d better save money for emergencies. So why not stick to a wise spending plan and put some money into this fund every month?
Managing money is a skill that takes time to develop. If you can form the habits of self-educating, planning and saving, you’ll be on your way to a solid financial future.
| A．There are two golden rules for you to follow. |
| B．Waiting to get what you want is called postponed satisfaction. |
| C．The best way to monitor your spending is to open a bank account. |
| D．Here are some habits that can help set you up for financial success. |
| E．This simple action will help you get out of unexpected financial problems. |
| F．Many teens rush to buy their favorite items as soon as they get some money. |
| G．Once you have learned enough knowledge, you won’t be easily misled by others. |
10 . Have you ever been in a situation where you couldn’t understand why someone failed to grasp what you were trying to explain? You thought the concept was so simple, and yet they didn’t seem to get it.
You are influenced by “the curse of knowledge”. It’s a cognitive bias (认知偏差): once we learn something, we kind of lose the memory of not knowing it and the empathy (共鸣) for people who don’t know it.
When we assume that others know what we’re talking about, communication breaks down. We become frustrated and angry at each other, which can lead to misunderstandings and arguments. The curse of knowledge can also make us feel superior to others, which damages our relationships and can create a negative atmosphere in our homes.
Think of a time when you were only 4 and your parents were trying to teach you how to do single digit addition. You kept getting the answers wrong however much they guided. Finally, they shouted, “How come you can’t even solve such a simple question!” Your parents had forgotten what it was like not to know how to do addition, and couldn’t explain it to you in a way that you may have become frustrated or irritated with each other, which only added to the family conflicts.
So, how can we avoid the curse of knowledge? One way is to empathize with others. Try to see things from their perspective and remember what it was like not to know that concept. Use everyday language and simple examples to explain complex ideas. This will help the other person understand and prevent miscommunication. Another is to ask questions. Ask the other person what they understand and what they are confused about. This can help you tailor your explanation to their needs and avoid assumptions that can lead to frustration.
1. What does “the curse of knowledge” refer to?| A．A memory problem that occurs while grasping ideas. |
| B．A personal quality that makes people mean to others. |
| C．A thinking error that results in a communication gap. |
| D．A mental condition that prevents people from learning. |
| A．Its roots. | B．Its effects. | C．Its benefits. | D．Its definition. |
| A．By giving a relevant example. |
| B．By raising a personal question. |
| C．By comparing it to a similar concept. |
| D．By distinguishing it from a general theory. |
| A．A teacher asks students for their feedback in class. |
| B．A parent blames a child for failing to do a simple task. |
| C．A doctor uses medical terms when speaking with a patient. |
| D．A chef gets impatient when teaching a beginner how to cook. |
