1 . Sometimes it’s easy to get overwhelmed (不知所措的) with parenting. We worry we aren’t doing enough for our children, so we give more. Then we worry we are doing too much, so we pull back. Then we stress out. So if you’re worried about being a better parent, worry no more.
●Have a “yes” day. So much of the relationship between a parent and a child is saying no. “Can I wear my shorts to school?” “No, it’s 30 degrees outside.” “Can I walk in the rain?” “No, we just blow-dried your hair.” As a parent, most of the time it’s easier to just say no. So for one day, say yes as much as possible.
●Go on a nature walk. The fun part of a nature walk is that you get to do something completely different with your child—something you don’t get to do every day. Before you go out adventuring, get out a bird book, print off an insect guide and go on a long walk. Try and learn together and explore together.
●Let them dress you up. For one day, let your child dress you up!
●Go through old pictures. There is nothing that makes someone feel more loved like going through old memories. Children love to hear stories about themselves. Take an hour, sit down and open up their baby book, a picture album or a Facebook album. Go through the pictures one by one and tell your child about that memory.
A.They will feel so special and loved. |
B.Whatever they choose, just go along with it. |
C.It’s great to join their world by hearing their music. |
D.Make up stories about the birds you see as you walk. |
E.Try and say yes to things you wouldn’t normally agree to. |
F.Take some time to go on a date with each of your children. |
G.Focus on these easy ways to connect with your child today. |
2 . The Most Beautiful Libraries in the World
Library of Strahov Monastery (Prague, Czech Republic)
The oldest part of the Library of Strahov Monastery, the Baroque Theological Hall, was established between 1671 and 1674, making the establishment one of the oldest and best preserved historical libraries in the world. Over 200,000 volumes are collected here, with many, of the texts printed between 1501 and 1800.
Old Library of Trinity College (Dublin, Ireland)
Old Library of Trinity College was founded in 1592. Appropriately named the Long Room, this space is located within the Old Library at Trinity College. Previously, the room’s ceiling was flat and only shelved books on the lower level. However, the college was granted a free copy of every book published in Britain and Ireland, requiring the expansion of the cavernous space.
Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
In 1837, a group of 43 Portuguese immigrants and political refugees established the Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading to promote their culture in what was the Empire of Brazil. The library was designed by architect Rafael da Silva e Castro in a neo-Gothic style and was inspired by the Jerónimos Monastery in Lisbon.
Cité de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine (Paris, France)
The library at the Cite de l’architecture et du patrimoine opened its doors in September 2007. It’s a must visit for any architecture lover. Not only because of the amazing location in a Romanesque (罗马式的) sistine, but also because its entire collection is dedicated to works about architecture, and landscaping. The library also houses the largest collection of preserved romanesque wall paintings in France.
1. Which library has the longest history?A.Old Library of Trinity College. |
B.Library of Strahov Monastery. |
C.Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine. |
D.Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading. |
A.To remember a famous designer. | B.To accommodate poor Portuguese. |
C.To spread Portuguese culture. | D.To preserve historical documents. |
A.Library of Strahov Monastery. |
B.Old Library of Trinity College. |
C.Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading. |
D.Cite de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine. |
1. 发出邀请;
2. 介绍你的家乡;
3. 表达期待。
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2. 可以适当增加如节,以使行文连贯。
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4 . Some people say he is a hero. Some people say he is stupid. Emmanuel Tulor thinks he did the
That day, Musu Yancy, the businesswoman who had lost the money, went on the radio
Tulor said that while many Liberians are praising his actions, others couldn't
Tulor
A.strange | B.foolish | C.right | D.wrong |
A.owner | B.police | C.person | D.school |
A.hard | B.poor | C.happy | D.easy |
A.borrow | B.pick | C.produce | D.make |
A.wandering | B.approaching | C.driving | D.parading |
A.dropped | B.placed | C.buried | D.forgotten |
A.shocked | B.excited | C.content | D.curious |
A.check | B.donate | C.hide | D.keep |
A.shouting | B.crying | C.arguing | D.complaining |
A.award | B.room | C.reward | D.prize |
A.help | B.understand | C.save | D.recognize |
A.opportunity | B.target | C.choice | D.tradition |
A.only | B.still | C.seldom | D.even |
A.ignore | B.seek | C.return | D.report |
A.share | B.accept | C.tolerate | D.purchase |
A boy called Jamy always arrived home hungry every day and his parents couldn’t figure out why, despite making meals for him. When Jamy wouldn’t share what was going on, his parents decided to visit the school principal (校长), hoping the principal could offer some insight.
After talking with Jamy’s classmates, the principal and his parents heard a story they weren’t expecting. Although Jamy never talked about it, his classmates told them that he always came to school without food. The principal and his parents were shocked. No wonder Jamy was always so hungry after school! Was there something happening on the way to school that Jamy didn’t tell them?
To make the situation clear, the principal asked Jamy’s teacher, Callum to talk to Jamy in private. During the conversation with the teacher, Jamy refused to say any further details about the situation, leaving everyone frustrated and helpless. And despite multiple questioning, Jamy still refused to say any knowledge of the situation. This left the principal with no evidence to take any action regarding the missing lunch of Jamy.
Jamy’s parents were becoming increasingly concerned as their child continued to come home from school without saying a word. Despite their meeting in the school, they thought that they hadn’t gotten any closer to uncovering the truth about why Jamy was always so hungry. The lack of communication from their child only added to their frustration and helplessness. They knew they needed to take action, but they had no idea where to start.
Determined to get to the bottom of the problem, Jamy’s father decided to take action again. The next day, Jamy’s father went to school and requested to speak with Jamy’s teacher Callum.
When Jamy’s father reached the school, Callum spoke with him and patiently answered all of his questions. However, despite a deep conversation between them, no conclusion could be reached, which still puzzled Jamy’s parents.
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One day, by accident, Jamy’s father found a thank-you note from his study (书房).
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Jamy’s parents were touched by Jamy’s act of kindness.
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A.The man shouldn’t go downtown. |
B.She wants to go with the man. |
C.The man should come back soon. |
Sara was always fascinated by art. From a young age, she would spend hours painting, lost in her colorful world. However, growing up in a small town, opportunities to learn and grow as an artist were limited. Her art teacher, Mrs Thompson, saw great potential in Sara and believed she could achieve something extraordinary. Mrs Thompson was more than just a teacher; she was a guide, teacher, and friend to Sara. She recognized Sara’s talent and dedication to art and decided to help her reach new heights. She arranged extra classes, provided art supplies, and even introduced Sara to local artists.
As the town’s art fair was approaching, Mrs Thompson encouraged Sara to submit her work. Sara was hesitant at first, doubting her abilities. But Mrs Thompson’s faith in her was firm. They worked together, choosing the best pieces, creating new works, and preparing for the fair. The weeks leading up to the fair were filled with excitement, hard work, and some anxiety. Sara put in long hours, and Mrs Thompson was always there, offering guidance, encouragement, and a listening ear. Slowly, Sara’s confidence grew.
The town’s art fair was a significant event, drawing artists and art enthusiasts from nearby areas. It was a chance for Sara to showcase her talent to a broader audience and possibly open doors to new opportunities.
Finally, the day arrived, and Sara’s art was displayed. People were drawn to her unique style and emotional depth. The local newspaper even covered her story, highlighting the young artist’s journey and her dedicated teacher’s role. The experience was transformative for Sara, not only as an artist but as a person. She had faced her fears, embraced her passion, and taken a significant step toward her dreams, all with her teacher’s unselfish support.
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The art fair was a turning point for Sara.
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_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________8 . A teenager needs to have a sense of independence in their life to feel secure (安全的). To some teenagers independence means a lot to them and I think that some parents don’t allow their teenagers enough independence.
Independence has something to do with freedom. Some kids are not allowed to go anywhere alone, and the only thing their schedule includes is going to school, coming home, going to sleep, and repeating the process the next day. Parents tend to be afraid that their kids can get hurt if they go outside into the world. But if parents control their kids too much, they may never learn to live on their own. The best way for a teenager to lean lesson is through experience. I think it is good for teenagers to have freedom.
Teenagers’ lack of freedom can also stop them from having good friendship at school. Some might say this is a good thing, because it helps them focus more on their school work. I argue that this can only discourage them not to do their school work. Some parents do not allow their children to be around their friends outside the school, thinking that this will get them into trouble. But I don’t think so. Instead, isn’t this a good reason for parents to get their children a cellphone? Cellphones allow teenagers to stay in touch with their parents, and communicate with friends.
Privacy (隐私) is another issue between parents and their teenagers. Teenagers tend to enjoy relaxation by themselves in their own room. This also gives them a sense of independence. It often annoys teenagers when their parents enter their room when they are not home. I know that my mom always goes in my room when I’m not home, and this has brought me to the point where I have asked many times to get a lock on my door.
1. What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A.Kids have a dull schedule every day. | B.Parents allow their kids no freedom. |
C.Kids know how to live independently. | D.It helps teenagers a lot to have freedom. |
A.It is unnecessary for a kid to have a cellphone. |
B.Good friendships between kids harm their school work. |
C.Parents should make it easy for kids to communicate with their friends. |
D.Kids should center on the school work without friends outside the school. |
A.Disappointed. | B.Frightened. | C.Angry. | D.Calm. |
A.To keep her father from reading her dairy. | B.To prevent her mother entering her room. |
C.To protect herself from any harm. | D.To stop thieves from going in. |
1. 要交朋友首先要做一个朋友;
2. 要和朋友同甘共苦;患难之中的朋友才是真正的朋友;
3. 友谊需要时间和投入(effort)。
Dear Su Ru,
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All the best.
Yours,
Li Hua
1. Where did Maxine get the idea to start a dog shelter?
A.From a book. | B.From a neighbor. | C.From a dog lover. |
A.It ran to the next door. | B.It looked lovely and happy. | C.It started being close to her. |
A.The city government and dog lovers support her. |
B.Her family gives her money. |
C.She collects fees from neighbors. |
A.Around 8 years old. | B.Below 10 years old. | C.Around 17 years old. |