(1)学习资源：报纸、杂志及其他途径；
(2)推荐理由；
(3)表达祝愿。
注意：
(1)词数100左右；
(2)可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
(3)开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
Grain Rain is the
Grain Rain is still relevant
It might not be so well-known that in Chinese tale an actual “grain rain”
The Grain Rain day has become a day
1）这项古代发明的名称；2）概述这项古代发明；3）这项古代发明的影响。
注意：1）词数不少于100；
2）开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear John,
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Sincerely,
Li Hua
4 . The real point of human nature lies in the social bonds that we make through family, friendships, professional associations and local communities. These bonds produce a sense of common purpose and values, in which groups of people seek hard and enjoy together the things that are for the common good: a sound education, a pleasant environment to live in, a healthy population. This is what the heart of the gift economy (经济) is.
In the past, American companies operating in Japan found it difficult to attract Japanese people, even though, compared with Japanese employers, they offered more generous wages, shorter work hours and better promotion chances. But these were traditionally not so important to the employees, who did not think of their services as being ‘bought’. Rather, they felt they were entering into a long-term—“gift exchange” —relationship with their employer, which was of mutual (相互) benefit.
This relationship had many aspects. At its most basic it related the simple exchange of physical gifts. For example, if the employee got married, the company sent a gift. Another company gift which is popular among Japanese employees is the yearly company vacation. On these organized weekends co-workers share dormitories, eat together and visit the same attractions, largely at the company’s expense. For their part, the main gift given by the employees to their company is their hard work and this is why each Japanese employee gives such great attention to accuracy, and quality in their work. Even the simplest tasks are carried out with extraordinary care.
Now, neighborhood groups use online networks to share tools and skills. Someone who needs a long ladder to repair their roof does not need to go out and buy one; they simply put a message up on the neighborhood discussion board and soon a neighbor will offer theirs. Via the Internet, knowledge and advice can be shared on almost everything, from how a nuclear reactor works to how to plan your holiday. The gift economy is going through a booming time.
1. What is the key point of the gift economy?| A．People’s working hard. | B．People’s similar social status. |
| C．Sharing social interests. | D．Accepting social bonds. |
| A．The companies offered them low salaries. |
| B．They were difficult to get a better position. |
| C．The companies provided shorter vacations. |
| D．They didn’t want to sell their services. |
| A．Contribute themselves to the company. |
| B．Exchange physical gifts with each other. |
| C．Spend less money while talking vacations. |
| D．Organize more effective weekend parties. |
| A．It is changing the Internet services. | B．It benefits greatly from the Internet. |
| C．It is better accepted on the Internet. | D．It booms the Internet development. |
1. 大赛目的；
2. 大赛规则；
3. 对选手的祝福。
注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧）并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
It was Mother’s day. I had the good idea after Mom had gone to do some shopping. I told Dad that I would do something specially to celebrate it. I asked Dad for advices. First we did some housework, that was always done by Mom. I mopped the floor carefully but Dad did some washing. Then we did what we could make some delicious dishes. I picked some flowers from the garden and put it in a vase. After that we went back to our own rooms, silently wait for Mom. When Mom returned to home and saw what had happened, she feels surprised and very happy.
1. How often is Halloween？
| A．Once a year. | B．Once a month. | C．Every other year. |
| A．December 31st. | B．November 1st. | C．October 31st. |
| A．They wanted to have fun. |
| B．They wanted to frighten away spirits. |
| C．They wanted to frighten their neighbors. |
| A．They acted wildly. | B．They hid their houses. | C．They handed out gifts. |
8 . Punks, Ravers, Mods and Teddy Boys are the names of British youth subcultures (亚文 化) from the last 70 years.
Youth Club, a UK not-for-profit organization, released a book earlier this year celebrating many different subcultures from throughout Britain’s recent history.
“A catalyst (催化剂) for creativity on the worldwide stage, British youth culture movements from the Teddy Boys of the 1950s to the Grime Scene of the 2000s continue to play a pioneering role in music, fashion and creativity across the globe”, it wrote on its website.
These subcultures were traditionally a way for young people to show their personalities to others. Walking around London in the 1970s would have meant seeing dozens of young “punks” ——people dressed in ripped denim (破洞), leather jackets, body piercings (穿孔) and with brightly-dyed hair on the streets. And in the 90s, “ravers” were young people who threw all-night parties in abandoned buildings or car parks.
So, what was the reason behind these subcultures?
“On both sides of the Atlantic, more and more young disappointed teenagers were looking for an escape from the boredom and constraints (约束) of society,” wrote Ian Youngs, BBC entertainment reporter. “Unemployment, racial tensions and social upheaval (剧变) added fuel to their fires.”
“Fashion and music are much cheaper and faster today.” said Ruth Adams, a culture lecturer at King’s College London, “but it’s all a bit more blurry (模糊不清的).” She believes it’s harder to figure out someone’s personality or music tastes nowadays just by looking at them.
Despite this, Adams believes that today’s young people are still finding their own way to express themselves, but in a more modern way.
1. According to the text, British youth subcultures ________.| A．were a way for youth to express their identities |
| B．were started by Youth Club to promote creativity |
| C．could be traced back to the 1970s |
| D．had a greater effect on fashion than music |
| A．Youth club of culture movements. |
| B．Young people’s longing for fame and wealth. |
| C．Young people’s desire for freedom and fun. |
| D．The easy access to fashion and music. |
| A．It costs more money to stick to fashion and music. |
| B．Young people today can’t express themselves easily. |
| C．Young people today are less interested in music and fashion. |
| D．It’s harder to recognize the personalities of young people today. |
| A．Negative. | B．Objective. | C．Doubtful. | D．Supportive. |
9 . Rhode Island Independence Day (RU Day)
It is a state holiday in Rhode Island on May 4 each year. If May 4 falls on a Saturday, it is observed on Friday, May 3. If May 4 falls on a Sunday，it is observed on Monday, May 5.
A wide range of local events are arranged to mark it. These events may take place on a Saturday close to May 4 to enable people to attend. On this day, state offices are closed. However, stores and business are open.
Confederate Memorial Day (CM Day)
It is a state holiday in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia on the fourth Monday in April. In Mississippi it is observed on the last Monday in April. In South Carolina and North Carolina it falls on May 10. It is known as Confederate Heroes’ Day in Texas, where it is held on January 19 each year. Only one day off is given to workers if it coincides with Martin Luther King Day.
Truman Day (T Day)
It is a state holiday in Missouri, the United States, on or around May 8 each year. It honors Harry S Truman, a United States president who was born in Missouri. It is a public holiday, and it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.
National Missing Children’s Day (NMC Day)
It is an annual observation across America designed to draw attention to the problem of child abduction. It is not a public holiday and falls on May 25 — on that date in 1979, six-year-old New Yorker Ethan Patz disappeared on his way to school. It was first observed in 1983.
1. Why are the events for RII Day held on Saturday?| A．More people can join in them. |
| B．RII Day is celebrated on Saturdays. |
| C．Officials can manage them better. |
| D．Stores and business are open on the day. |
| A．It falls on the same day in different states. |
| B．It may be observed with another holiday. |
| C．It is the oldest of the four holidays. |
| D．It is celebrated every other year. |
| A．CM Day. | B．RII Day. |
| C．T Day. | D．NMC Day. |
增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧) ），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改:在错的词下画一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
My friend Miller still remembers the excitement when she begin to use the “red packet" function on WeChat in the 2018. The rule is the person who grabs the highest amount sends the next. The amount of money one can grab depends on his and her luck. Attracted by this unique way of communication, she participated. Two years ago, when Miller was sent a 5. 20 yuan red packet, she had no idea about the hiding meaning. Now she has not only known about them but also has got very familiar with Chinese culture than before. Therefore, people still send paper red packets with real cashes during the Spring Festival. The reason is that they regard give children lucky money as a blessing.
