1 . Time is one of the most valuable commodities we have. It is a non-renewable resource that,once lost, cannot be regained.    1    But how we choose to spend it can make or break our lives.

We frequently run out of time in today’s fast-paced world. We have deadlines, appointments and responsibilities to meet within a certain time.    2    We may believe that we have all the time in the world, but before we know it, the day is over, the week is over and another year has passed.

The proverb “time and tide wait for none” reminds us that time is a limited resource that we must make the most of.     3    We should prioritize our tasks, set goals and work towards achieving them. We should avoid procrastination (拖延) and make every moment count.

    4    We live in a world where social media, emails and notifications take most of our attention. It is so easy to get sucked into endlessly watching videos or looking at posts. However,if we allow these distractions to take over, we risk wasting valuable time that could be spent on more productive activities.

“Time and tide wait for none” also reminds us that time is valuable and should not be squandered (挥霍). We should treasure every moment and make the most of it. We should spend time with our loved ones, pursue our passions and do things that make us happy.     5    

The proverb serves as a powerful reminder of the value of time management. Time is a finite resource that must be used wisely. So, let us all strive to maximise our time and live our lives to the fullest.

A．We all have the same amount of time in a day.

B．Life is too short to waste time on things that don’t matter.

C．Distractions are one of the most difficult challenges we face.

D．It encourages us to be mindful of our time and to use it wisely.

E．It’s all too easy to let time slip away while browsing our news feeds.

F．It illustrates the idea that time is fleeting and it doesn’t wait for anyone.

G．With so much to do, it’s easy to lose track of time and allow it to pass by you.

2 . The Power of 10 Minutes

How can we find ourselves with extra two hours? It probably comes in short little bursts of 5 to 10 minutes. Maybe you’re early to your school.    1    Instead of jumping on social media, you can actually use those little breaks to do something productive.

Strengthen relationship

In college, you’ll be eager to call your parents every single night. Besides, you know it’s necessary to stay in touch with your friends. A phone call doesn’t have to last an hour to get in some good conversation. A 5-minute’s call is enough. An email is even quicker.    2    .

Strengthen body

    3    , or a few stretches (伸展运动) can give your back a break from desk and chair. A few minutes of exercise goes a long way. Why not make full use of the breaks between classes to get actively involved in exercise? Your body will thank you.

Refresh yourself

Sometimes we’re so busy that our lives are in a mess, with piles of books on our desks, clothes everywhere on the floor at our dorms. We usually think it a waste of time cleaning up, therefore let them be.     4     And keep it up everyday, you’ll be amazed to find your life organized and get yourself refreshed.

Be more productive

Want to be extra productive?     5       You can write all of the tasks you’d like to complete that day, week, or month on the list. Keep it handy. The next time you find yourself with 10 extra minutes, you’ll know exactly what you can work on.

A．But both make a difference.

B．Maybe you have 5 minutes for We chat.

C．Instead,begin with a 5-minute’s tidying up.

D．A 10-minute’s walk can get your blood flowing better.

E．Perhaps you even get stuck waiting for a bus for 10 minutes.

F．The next time you have minutes to spare,write out a to-do list.

G．Bending over the desk provides you with a short but useful rest.

3 . Being responsible outside of class

Manage your time wisely

Managing your time will greatly help you become a better and more-productive student. Time-management skills are highly valued by teachers.     1    .

Study for tests and exams ahead of time

    2    . If your teacher hasn’t specified(详细说明)how he or she arranges tests and exams and which materials will be covered, you’ll need to ask your teacher outside of class. That way you’ll be able to fully prepare for the test more efficiently(有效率地).

Get help if your grades fall behind

Whether you miss an important class, have trouble with certain concepts, or are dealing with a stressful family emergency, there’s a chance that your grades might fall at some point.     3    . Remember that you don’t have to feel dissatisfied with grades if you’re actively absorbed in your studies.

    4    

If you fail to finish your homework, turn in a paper on time, or show up to your task on time, it’s no one’s fault but your own.    5    . Accepting responsibility is a major mark of maturity(成熟), in part because taking your responsibility can help you stay focused and decide what to do in the future.

A．Try to stay balanced

B．You shouldn’t excuse for your fault

C．Take responsibility for your words and actions

D．Every teacher designs tests and exams differently

E．If this happens, it’s important to get help at once

F．You don’t have to write out every word your teacher says

G．They can help ensure that you prepare well for tests and exams

5 . 目前，很多学生苦恼学习效率低，觉得时间不够用。学校组织班会，以“How to Spend Time Properly”为题，让同学们进行讨论。请你从以下方面准备发言稿。
1. 恰当管理时间的意义；
2. 如何恰当管理时间，给出建议。
注意：1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

How to Spend Time Properly

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6 . The other day, I was looking at my schedule for the summer. I had a moment of ________, realizing I’d be without my laptop for two weeks during our family camping trip.

You might be thinking my response sounds ________ and that two weeks with no pressure to work, just relaxing in nature is the time to ________ and restore one’s brain and body. I used to be a workaholic (工作狂). So taking two weeks off from my business made me________.

I know I’m not________ here in our busy world. To work hard is especially significant for high-achieving people to ________ in their careers. We live in a culture that ________ the state of being busy. There might have been many times when you ________some relatives or friends on the street and heard they said they were very busy when asking about their recent situations. Being busy is the new________. Therefore, when we’re not busy, we feel like we’re doing something wrong.

I’m not saying working all the time makes us feel OK. Taking a break bring us ________. We’ll be more________ after relaxing, thus having more novel ideas. Iceland has ________a 4-day work week for 2,500 people. A study by Stanford University found that their________ didn’t decline; they reported a better work-life balance.

Our brains aren’t ________ to work all the time. Working hard enough to pass our limits will unavoidably lead to burnout.________, we should give ourselves a break once in a while.

1.

A．panic

B．relief

C．pride

D．envy

2.

A．depressing

B．boring

C．exciting

D．astonishing

3.

A．refresh

B．practise

C．challenge

D．pick

4.

A．cruel

B．relaxed

C．confident

D．anxious

5.

A．lost

B．alone

C．ashamed

D．selfish

6.

A．advance

B．choose

C．stay

D．hesitate

7.

A．indicates

B．admits

C．values

D．doubts

8.

A．complained about

B．turned to

C．knocked down

D．came across

9.

A．evidence

B．normal

C．plan

D．trick

10.

A．losses

B．conditions

C．possibilities

D．benefits

11.

A．creative

B．disappointed

C．sensitive

D．wealthy

12.

A．refused

B．replaced

C．promoted

D．described

13.

A．suffering

B．productivity

C．budget

D．freedom

14.

A．forbidden

B．convinced

C．designed

D．invited

15.

A．Still

B．However

C．Instead

D．Therefore

7 . High school is a busy time, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable! Our guide will help you improve your time management so you can stay on top of your school work and feel more in control over your schedule.

Make the most of your class time. Sit in front of the class.     1     It will also send a signal to your teacher that you are engaged in the class.

Not every high school has flexible seating. However, take advantage of the opportunity to sit in front if you have it. If you’ve been assigned a seat in the back row, respectfully ask your teachers for a seat closer to the front.     2    

    3     You can begin with brainstorming some long-term goals. When you understand what your long-term goals are, you can determine how best to make the most of your time in high school to accomplish those goals. Write down a list of things you may be interested in doing, then read and research what careers in those fields involve.     4     For example, you may want to become a computer programmer when you grow up. To that end, you may want to sign up for a computer programming course.

Set short-term goals by learning how to achieve your long-term goals. Research the steps it takes to achieve your long-term goals by talking to professionals who have achieved those goals and searching the Internet for information.     5     Make your short-term goals with both high school and college in mind. Make sure that your grades and extracurriculars match the undergraduate, vocational(职业的), or other post high school programs you intend to apply for.

A．Figure out your preferences.

B．Chances are they’ll give you a leg up.

C．Avoid writing down every single word.

D．There’s a good chance someone else is struggling with it too.

E．Doing so will help you concentrate on the lesson and avoid distractions.

F．Then determine what you can do in high school to start taking those steps.

G．Narrow your list down until you have identified the career you’d like to pursue.

9 . Success in 18 minutes

I believe that routines are the ________ to success — whether in career, in fitness goals, or in your relationships. Routines provide us with an opportunity to reach our goals and ensure that we are taking steps in the right ________. In my view, ________ things like exercise routines, we must also include routines for ________ — a time ________ to planning and reflecting on what we’re doing and where we’re going.

In his book “18 Minutes: Find Your Focus, Master Distraction, and Get the Right Things Done”, Peter Bregman outlines an 18-minute daily routine that will help us to reflect on where we are going, and to ________ that we remain on the right path throughout the day. Here, I will outline this routine, how to do it, and why it’s important. This routine is flexible, so take the parts that are ________ to you and make it your own.

 The routine Morning — 5 minutes

Taking 5 minutes in the morning to plan your day is ________ important. Bregman ________ sitting down with your to-do list and figuring out what you can do that will make today highly ________. Plan what you are going to do today. These 5 minutes in the morning can look like anything. The point is to take some time to reflect on the day ahead and plan your direction.

 Each hour — 1 minute × 8

Set an alarm for each hour. When your alarm goes off, take one minute to reflect. Take a deep breath. Reflect on the last hour — did you do what you wanted to get done? Did you ________ what you were doing? Then make a plan for what you are going to do for the next hour.

 Evening — 5 minutes

Take 5 minutes at the end of your work day to reflect on how the day went. Bregman suggests asking yourself the following questions:

One: How did the day go? What success did I experience? What challenges did I endure? Is there any better way to ________ them?

Two: What did I learn today? What do I plan to do — differently or the same — tomorrow?

Three: Did I interact with others? Is there anyone I need to thank, or ask a question, or   ________ thoughts with?

Again, the point is to reflect and ensure you’re on the right path, as well as setting you up for a productive day tomorrow.

Taking time to plan and reflect on your days is important. A simple, 18-minute routine is all you need to achieve this. ________ this process is simple and quick, it has powerful results. “The moments add up to days, the days add up to years, and the years add up to your life. You’ll know you’re getting the right things done. It all starts with your one thing.” ________, don’t hesitate. Start your reflection routine from today!

1.

A．meaning

B．benefit

C．key

D．definition

2.

A．action

B．method

C．atmosphere

D．direction

3.

A．contrary to

B．in addition to

C．instead of

D．rather than

4.

A．struggle

B．progress

C．reflection

D．preparation

5.

A．objected

B．adapted

C．admitted

D．dedicated

6.

A．predict

B．ensure

C．maintain

D．request

7.

A．dramatic

B．complex

C．beneficial

D．affordable

8.

A．eventually

B．extremely

C．seriously

D．annually

9.

A．allows

B．recommends

C．requires

D．points

10.

A．joyful

B．appropriate

C．productive

D．alarming

11.

A．reflect on

B．depend on

C．focus on

D．apply for

12.

A．overcome

B．overlook

C．destroy

D．spot

13.

A．exchange

B．produce

C．provide

D．suggest

14.

A．If

B．Unless

C．Since

D．While

15.

A．Otherwise

B．Therefore

C．However

D．Besides