| A．setting | B．set | C．to set | D．having set |
2 . Life’s journey can often be a lonely one without the comforting presence of companionship. While the significance of friendship is frequently praised, the true essence (本质) of being a genuine friend is often overlooked. A true friend is like family, and the bond you share is strong enough to stand the test of even long periods without talking. Then what contributes to true friendship?
Will Smith’s words, “If you’re absent during my struggle, don’t expect to be present during my success,” capture the essence of real friendship. We all face tough times, feeling depressed or even hopeless at times. A genuine friend stands by their companion through both the ups and downs of life. While it’s effortless to share joyous moments, friendship shines through during tough times. True friends do not abandon each other in times of trouble; instead, they face challenges together, providing mutual support even if it goes against their own interests.
True friends not only stand by you through thick and thin, but also offer constructive criticism when necessary. Oscar Wilde once said, “The truth is rarely pure and never simple,” highlighting how tough it can be to tell friends things they might not want to hear. While delivering criticism is never easy, a genuine friend is unafraid to point out mistakes or misguided paths. Giving constructive criticism, along with helpful advice, is a key part of true friendship. A true friend will speak up if they see you heading down a harmful path, even if it’s uncomfortable. The reluctance to speak up against a friend’s bad decision may lead to regret. As Wilde suggests, truth can be complex, but it’s important to express genuine concern. In a strong friendship, honest and caring advice weaves a web of trust and mutual growth.
In conclusion, the essence of true friendship lies in the willingness to sacrifice personal comfort for the benefit of a friend. Genuine friends are not fair-weather companions; they are present through highs and lows, and provide constructive criticism with care. To have even one true friend is a blessing that should be treasured. Let us strive to be true friends and, in turn, cherish the true friends we encounter on life’s journey.
1. In Paragraph 1, the author presents ______.| A．the essential nature of true friendship |
| B．the significance of family bonds over friendship |
| C．the challenges of maintaining lasting relationships |
| D．the contribution of personal qualities to true friendship |
| A．It merely exists during moments of success. |
| B．It relies on criticizing friends during tough times. |
| C．It prioritizes personal interests over companionship. |
| D．It involves mutual support during both highs and lows. |
| A．adopting proper exaggerations | B．employing famous quotes |
| C．sharing personal experiences | D．providing statistical evidence |
| A．Friends who are always reliable and trustworthy. | B．Friends who offer constructive criticism with care. |
| C．Friends who only support you during good times. | D．Friends who show little interest in your success. |
| A．Better an honest enemy than a false friend. |
| B．Friendship is the only ship that never sinks. |
| C．Friendship is like money, easier made than kept. |
| D．Friends catch you when you fall and push you forward. |
—______! Hard work pays off.
| A．Cheer up | B．All the best |
| C．That’s really something | D．No offense |
| A．allowed | B．to allow | C．allowing | D．being allowed |
| A．could | B．must | C．needn’t | D．shouldn’t |
| A．where | B．why | C．when | D．which |
| A．figure | B．approve | C．confirm | D．spare |
| A．one | B．that | C．it | D．this |
9 . There were smiling children all the way. Clearly they knew at what time the train passed their homes and they made it their business to stand along the railway, wave to complete strangers and cheer them up as they rushed towards Penang. Often whole families stood outside their homes and waved and smiled as if those on the trains were their favorite relatives. This is the simple village people of Malaysia. I was moved.
I had always traveled to Malaysia by plane or car, so this was the first time I was on a train. I did not particularly relish the long train journey and had brought along a dozen magazines to read and reread. I looked about the train. There was not one familiar face. I sighed and sat down to read my Economics.
It was not long before the train was across the Causeway and in Malaysia. Johore Baru was just another city like Singapore, so I was tired of looking at the crowds of people as they hurried past. As we went beyond the city, I watched the straight rows of rubber trees and miles and miles of green. Then the first village came into sight. Immediately I came alive; I decided to wave back.
From then on my journey became interesting. I threw my magazines into the wastebasket and decided to join in Malaysian life. Then everything came alive. The mountains seemed to speak to me. Even the trees were smiling. I stared at everything as if I was looking at it for the first time.
The day passed fast and I even forgot to have my lunch until I felt hungry. I looked at my watch and was surprised that it was 3:00 pm. Soon the train pulled up at Butterworth. I looked at the people all around me. They all looked beautiful. When my uncle arrived with a smile, I threw my arms around him to give him a warm hug. I had never done this before. He seemed surprised and then his weather-beaten face warmed up with a huge smile. We walked arm in arm to his car.
I looked forward to the return journey.
1. The author expected the train trip to be .| A．adventurous | B．pleasant | C．exciting | D．boring |
| A．The friendly country people. | B．The mountains along the way. |
| C．The crowds of people in the streets. | D．The simple lunch served on the train. |
| A．choose | B．enjoy | C．prepare for | D．carry on |
| A．Johore Baru. | B．The Causeway. | C．Butterworth. | D．Singapore. |
| A．Comfort in traveling by train. | B．Pleasure of living in the country. |
| C．Reading gives people delight. | D．Smiles brighten people up. |
①倡导绿色生活的原因；
②实践途径(至少三点)。如：使用可重复利用的物品：出行方式的改变；利用可再生能源；树木的种植；节约自然资源等等；
③呼吁大家积极参加。
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。
Boys and girls.
With development of society and economy, the number of private cars is increasing at a surprising speed.
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