“No 7, Jobie Nymble, takes the lead,” cried the announcer. “Just one more hurdle (跨栏) and ...” Cheers broke out. “Jobie Nymble from Riverside Middle School takes first place in the girls’ 100-meter hurdles!” The crowd went wild.
“County championships (锦标赛), here we come,” screamed Jobie, patting her green track spikes (钉鞋). They were her lucky shoes and she loved them. “Next Saturday, we’re taking home the gold,” Jobie whispered to her spikes, excitedly retying them.
“Don’t forget, guys,” said Marisol, one of her teammates. “My birthday party is next Friday at Hidden Park.”
Next weekend couldn’t come soon enough. Jobie smiled with excitement all week long. At track practice, she leaped over those hurdles faster than she’d ever leaped before. And it wasn’t long before everything in her path was a hurdle: flowerpots in her front yard, sidewalk cracks on the way to the bus stop and even her little sister, Teka!
The day of Marisol’s party, Jobie put on her favorite outfit: her blue shorts, an old track T-shirt from her dad, and her lucky spikes. “Perfect.” She smiled at herself in the mirror.
The party was under way when Jobie arrived at Hidden Park. She stopped by the track first, planning to do some practice.
“Jobie!” Two of Jobie’s teammates rushed toward her, breathless and barefoot. “Come on,” they yelled. “You have to try the slide.”
Jobie looked toward the party area. Suddenly, she saw it. The biggest slide she had ever seen was on the far side of the park. Smiling kids zoomed down the slide at unspeakable speeds. Without thinking twice, Jobie took off her spikes and dashed (猛冲) toward the slide. Its ladder stretched to the sky, but she reached the top in no time, closed her eyes and let go.
Jobie couldn’t get enough. She tried again and again. When it was finally time to go home, she unwillingly made her way back to the track where she’d left her shoes.
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As she eyed the area from a distance, panic set in.
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The next day, Jobie turned up in a new pair of spikes for the championships.
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2 . Every year, hundreds of hopeful students arrive in Washington, D. C., in order to compete in the National Spelling Bee, which has been held every year since 1925.
In the competition, students under 16 take turns trying to properly spell words. The champion is the only remaining student who does not make a mistake. American students are familiar with the competition because it is practiced in many schools throughout the country. The National Spelling Bee, however, is a much bigger setting and showcases only the best spellers from all parts of the nation. Winning the competition nowadays requires the ability to perform under much pressure against so many talented students in front of a large audience. A student who wins the event in the twenty-first century will experience a much different challenge than the first winner, Frank Neuhauser, did in 1925 when he defeated only nine other competitors.
Clearly, the 90 years of the National Spelling Bee’s existence proves the importance of spelling in the English language. However, struggles with spelling English words go back much more than 90 years. The charming thing about spelling correctly in English is that it is in many ways without rules. English language can absorb new words from other languages and in doing so make them “English” words. Because of this, the number of words in English is much higher than any other languages. Thus, spelling in many other languages has fewer words and fewer strange exceptions to rules. It turns out that a spelling bee in most other languages would be a waste of time. Why is that? Well, without so many exceptions to common vocabulary, there would be very few words that everyone didn’t already know.
1. How is today’s competition different from the first National Spelling Bee?| A．It produces more winners. | B．It draws more talented audience. |
| C．It attracts more competitors. | D．It tests more strange words. |
| A．To introduce the new rules of the competition. | B．To gather students from other countries. |
| C．To explain the difficulty in English spelling. | D．To show the strict rules of written English. |
| A．Unfavorable. | B．Supportive. | C．Responsible. | D．Doubtful. |
| A．Ways to win a Spelling Bee. | B．The most difficult language. |
| C．The best spellers. | D．A competition about spelling. |
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I had a great time during my last camping trip. Actual, I didn’t plan to go but some friends ring me at the last minute and invited me. A place was very beautiful, but the beach below was really lovely. We watched the sun went down over the horizon every night. Mary was brought her guitar, and she played very beautifully. It was pleasant to listen her. Unfortunately, John had never gone camping, and he was allergic to tree and flowers. We had to take her to the doctor on the third day and we were really worrying, but he was OK. I’ll never forget the trip.
4 . I spent many childhood afternoons looking at airplanes passing over my house. I
After earning my driver's license, I drove to a local
Such lessons were
I fell in deeper love with flight with every
One simple
| A．experienced | B．noticed | C．imagined | D．recorded |
| A．systems | B．machines | C．spaceships | D．gardens |
| A．hope | B．attitude | C．job | D．style |
| A．supermarket | B．park | C．factory | D．airport |
| A．expensive | B．valuable | C．common | D．difficult |
| A．interest | B．idea | C．achievement | D．application |
| A．fight | B．perform | C．work | D．cheer |
| A．left | B．failed | C．stopped | D．agreed |
| A．earn | B．spend | C．save | D．manage |
| A．free | B．easy | C．possible | D．simple |
| A．given up | B．turned down | C．left behind | D．laughed at |
| A．In turn | B．After all | C．By the way | D．As a result |
| A．silly | B．hard | C．illegal | D．impolite |
| A．look | B．trip | C．turn | D．change |
| A．personally | B．usually | C．equally | D．finally |
| A．cultural | B．physical | C．natural | D．global |
| A．dreamed | B．accepted | C．passed | D．broken |
| A．treated | B．prepared | C．led | D．remembered |
| A．way | B．door | C．guide | D．drive |
| A．instructor | B．headmaster | C．pilot | D．supporter |
5 . There are many ways we can enjoy sport—watching it on TV or a smartphone, attending an event at a stadium or even playing the game. Bu for those who enjoy getting competitive with their computer gaming, there are realistic-looking games to be played without leaving home. And people’s interest in this type of sport—if that’s what we can call it—has gone to a new level.
Initially, grabbing a controller and playing a game was individual activity. But around 20 years ago computers became cheaper and the Internet became faster, which made it much easier for more people to get involved with computer gaming. This led to gamers connecting with each other around the word, so they could go head-to-head online. It also became a spectator sport, with people watching others play. The whole experience has been given the name “esports”—Electronic Sports.
Now, huge esports tournaments take place all over the world in big arenas (竞技场) with large crowds. Diehard enthusiasts, who have become first-rate players, are now well-known—some play together in teams. Its top stars can earn millions of dollars a year, without even breaking into a sweat! And fans from around the world tune in to watch the action online. The global audience is now estimated at more than 200 million and growing. Annual profits from esports, currently around 650 million dollars for events, continue to rise with billions more through the video games sales.
Famous football clubs are now trying to get in on the action. England’s Football Association for example launched its first esports team this year, known as the eLions. It recruited (招募) FIFA 19 players to represent them at the FIFA eNations Cup. Mark Bullingham, the FA’s chief commercial and football development officer, said “The FA prides itself on being a modern, innovative organization that tries to engage and inspire all generations of football fans.”
But while this virtual version of football might give footballers a chance to get closer to the real game, some might argue the lack of physical activity means it shouldn’t be called a sport—and the biggest winners are the companies who promote and sell esports.
1. What contributed most to the popularity of esports?| A．The support from the public. | B．Cheaper computers and faster Internet. |
| C．The advanced sports equipment. | D．People’s preference for individual activities. |
| A．They have become a big industry. | B．They make players get rich easily. |
| C．They will replace traditional sports. | D．They have a great impact on other sports. |
| A．To explain why it has become interested in esports. |
| B．To tell readers it is taking the lead in hosting esports. |
| C．To state the officers are proud of its achievements in esports. |
| D．To show famous football clubs are getting involved in esports. |
| A．The Rise of Esports |
| B．The Advantages of Esports |
| C．Esports Teams: Famous for Star Players |
| D．Esports Tournaments: Exciting and Fantastic Events |
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1. The baby which Tom is looking after is his brother.
2. There was a time what the businessman lost heart.
3. Cindy is a lovely girl, with that many people like to make friends.
4. Which we all know, China is a developing country.
5. Don’t call Mary. She is interviewed right now.
6. Nowadays more and more functions are being adding to mobile phones.
7. The girl is really upset because her new bicycle has stolen.
8. Someone might use the informations to steal your identity.
9. With the help of my English teacher, I have made a progress in English.
10. Our planet’s wildlife is dying out at an alarmed rate.
When I was young, the kitchen had an invisible“stop" sign put there by my mom. “No, you cannot enter here!” she always said to me. Well, I really don’t blame her as it is no place for kids.
I was just left outside in admiration, looking at what wonders the kitchen held. A few years passed by and I became very interested in food, both eating and preparing it. However, the kitchen was still out of bounds so I couldn’t experiment with cooking. But they couldn’t stop me forever now, could they?
It was early morning. Mom had gone for grocery shopping and no one else was at home. Time to strike! I walked through the dining room and there was the kitchen in front of me!
I stepped inside and took in the sight in front of me—cabinets (储藏柜 ) lining a wall, the oven (炉子) occupying the central place of another wall, the dishes sparkling like diamonds. I had seen it from outside but this time it was up close. As I hadn’t had breakfast, I decided to begin my first experience as a cook by making an omelette (煎蛋) . Sure I had seen Mom do it, so how could it be hard?
I searched the cabinets and finally found some eggs and onions. I knew the basics, so I began the work. I washed an onion first and then chopped it. Then came the egg. It took me two or three attempts to crack one open and into the bowl. I put the onion and some salt in the bowl too and mixed them. After that, I lighted the stove and put the frying pan on it and poured some oil in it... and poured some on the floor too, accidentally, of course! Till the pouring of the mixture into the pan, everything was going perfect—then I wondered what was used for turning the egg upside down in the pan.
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Soon, I was running all over the kitchen, searching for the cooking spoon.
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While I was busy taking the burnt egg out in a plate, someone came up behind me.
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8 . One weekend, a woman headed for her hotel room carrying a bucketful of coins she won at a slot machine. As she was about to walk into the
Both were
But fear seized her. She stood and stared at the two, anxious and ashamed. She hoped they didn't
Seconds passed. The elevator didn't move. Panic
"I'm about to be robbed!", her heart
"Hit the floor", one of them said. Her sweats poured... Without delay, she threw out her arms and
"Take my money and
She was too
They helped gather up the coins and refill her
The next morning a bunch of roses were delivered to her room. Attached to the roses was a card
| A．room | B．hotel | C．hall | D．elevator |
| A．properly-dressed | B．well-behaved | C．bad-tempered | D．strong-built |
| A．rob | B．help | C．recognize | D．grab |
| A．change | B．read | C．slip | D．speak |
| A．knowing | B．greeting | C．joining | D．judging |
| A．exited from | B．stepped onto | C．dashed into | D．headed off |
| A．freed | B．stopped | C．consumed | D．escaped |
| A．sank | B．broke | C．ached | D．bled |
| A．rolled | B．slept | C．lay | D．collapsed |
| A．handful | B．shower | C．bag | D．bunch |
| A．spare | B．save | C．forgive | D．forget |
| A．rudely | B．loudly | C．politely | D．madly |
| A．click | B．pull | C．push | D．untie |
| A．Delighted | B．Confused | C．Shocked | D．Worried |
| A．tongue | B．teeth | C．nail | D．lip |
| A．scared | B．surprised | C．frustrated | D．embarrassed |
| A．failed | B．hurt | C．warmed | D．discouraged |
| A．bucket | B．pocket | C．handbag | D．wallet |
| A．writing | B．drawn | C．saying | D．posted |
| A．coins | B．laugh | C．flowers | D．apology |
Xiazhuang,
In 1997, Mao Xianglin made a decision to help villagers out of
Mao has a
With the joint efforts of Mao and his fellows, the villagers in Xiazhuang have become better off than before.
10 . There is one question that most parents seem to fear more than any other when it comes to talking to their kids about money.
There are two main reasons why most parents don't talk to their kids about money and help them develop critical financial skills, said Pearl.
Pearl said parents shouldn't hesitate to talk to their kids about the mistakes they've made, including the risks of credit card debt.
If you get past your insecurities about money and eventually talk to your kids, they'll definitely benefit. Kids are ultimately going to need to know how to handle their own money.
| A．Can you guess what that might be? |
| B．Why don't parents talk to their kids about money? |
| C．She's also a big believer in giving kids an allowance. |
| D．For one, they're terrified they're not good role models. |
| E．So the earlier you teach them to handle money, the better. |
| F．So how can you actually start talking to your kids about money? |
| G．They think teaching kids about money requires a Ph. D. in finance. |
