1 . My First Marathon(马拉松)
A month before my first marathon, one of my ankles was injured and this meant not running for two weeks, leaving me only two weeks to train. Yet, I was determined to go ahead.
I remember back to my 7th year in school. In my first P.E. class, the teacher required us to run laps and then hit a softball. I didn’t do either well. He later informed me that I was "not athletic".
The idea that I was "not athletic" stuck with me for years. When I started running in my 30s, I realized running was a battle against myself, not about competition or whether or not I was athletic. It was all about the battle against my own body and mind. A test of wills!
The night before my marathon, I dreamt that I couldn’t even find the finish line. I woke up sweating and nervous, but ready to prove something to myself.
Shortly after crossing the start line, my shoe laces(鞋带) became untied. So I stopped to readjust. Not the start I wanted!
At mile 3, I passed a sign: "GO FOR IT, RUNNERS!"
By mile 17, I became out of breath and the once injured ankle hurt badly. Despite the pain, I stayed the course walking a bit and then running again.
By mile 21, I was starving!
As I approached mile 23, I could see my wife waving a sign. She is my biggest fan. She never minded the alarm clock sounding at 4 a.m. or questioned my expenses on running.
I was one of the final runners to finish. But I finished! And I got a medal. In fact, I got the same medal as the one that the guy who came in first place had.
Determined to be myself, move forward, free of shame and worldly labels(世俗标签), I can now call myself a "marathon winner".
1. A month before the marathon, the author ____________.A.was well trained | B.felt scared |
C.made up his mind to run | D.lost hope |
A.To acknowledge the support of his teacher. |
B.To amuse the readers with a funny story. |
C.To show he was not talented in sports. |
D.To share a precious memory. |
A.He made it. | B.He quit halfway. |
C.He got the first prize. | D.He walked to the end. |
A.A man owes his success to his family support. |
B.A winner is one with a great effort of will. |
C.Failure is the mother of success. |
D.One is never too old to learn. |
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Dear Liz,
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Yours
LiHua
3 . How to Feel Connected
It's easy to feel disconnected from what is going on around you in today's fast-paced world.
Consider why you feel disconnected. Knowing what is making you feel disconnected can help you choose the best ways to address it.
Interact with people in person. Technology is a great way to stay in touch, but sometimes you need to spend time with other people in person.
Your loved ones could feel shy, so you may never know how to improve your relationship unless you ask the right questions. Asking them to open the doors can give you some insight on what you can do. Learning this information can help to strengthen your bond.
Show your commitment to them. Simply showing up and being there for your loved ones says a lot about how much you value your relationships. Putting in the time shows them that you are committed and want to stay connected.
Show appreciation. A simple “thank you” goes a very long way. Unfortunately, it is something that people who are close often take for granted. Telling someone you appreciate their time, love, and efforts can strengthen your bond and help you to become more connected.
A.Ask others what they need from you. |
B.Sometimes you can feel isolated and distant from the ones you love. |
C.Be brave to express your love. |
D.Reach out to people to schedule a time to get together. |
E.Attending family events, or simply visiting someone once a week can help to strengthen your relationship and keep it strong. |
F.Targeting your efforts toward those issues allows you to close that distance more effectively. |
G.You can have a gift delivered to friends on special occasions. |
4 . I had never been more anxious in my life. I had just arrived at the airport to travel home. As I watched the bus driver set my luggage on the airport sidewalk, I realized my
This was my first visit alone to the international terminal (航站楼) of the airport, and nothing was
I tried to ask a passing businessman for help, but my
I dragged my enormous suitcase, went after them and reached the elevators. Oh, no! They all fit in it, but not enough room for me. I watched
Tears formed as I saw the empty hall and realized I would
When I turned to thank him, he was gone. I never got an opportunity to know that man’s name, but I would always remember his unexpected
A.anxiety | B.excitement | C.curiosity | D.liberty |
A.special | B.wrong | C.familiar | D.perfect |
A.counters | B.destinations | C.regulations | D.signs |
A.doubt | B.panic | C.weep | D.inquire |
A.manners | B.instructions | C.words | D.tones |
A.bus | B.plane | C.businessman | D.employee |
A.lead | B.follow | C.guide | D.direct |
A.in surprise | B.in relief | C.in delight | D.in despair |
A.tried out | B.clicked on | C.stared at | D.sorted out |
A.announced | B.stressed | C.suggested | D.promised |
A.joyfully | B.firmly | C.calmly | D.cautiously |
A.aboard | B.miss | C.catch | D.abandon |
A.lost | B.upset | C.disturbed | D.embarrassed |
A.encounter | B.disappearance | C.kindness | D.guidance |
A.awesome | B.unforgettable | C.tiring | D.terrible |
At the age of 17, I formed a band with three classmates. After we won the first prize at our school’s talent show, we decided to see if we could get some local performances. When we found out we’d gotten booked for a charitable event at a large hospital, we were excited. For two weeks, we practiced hard, getting together every day after school to sharpen our skills and learn enough songs to fill a one-hour show.
On the day of the concert, we showed up early to check out the stage. We set up and did a quick sound check, then went backstage to have a soda and rest. While we were back there, the hospital’s entertainment director came over to talk to us.
“Okay, boys, I just want to fill you in on a couple of important details,” she told us. “A lot of the people in the audience are suffering from severe physical or mental disabilities. Also, many of them are very old. Don’t let that alarm you. They have very few chances to see live entertainment of any kind, so they enjoy any kind of musical talent. Just play your regular show, and you’ll do fine.” With that, she left, going to help the volunteers and staff that were assisting the patients to their seats.
Soon enough, it was showtime. Everything was perfect, and we played probably the best show of our lives. We hardly missed a note on any of our songs. Unfortunately, we couldn’t enjoy our performance. As each song finished, there was a short pause. This was the time when the audience would normally applaud. Now, we were getting nothing. Zero. The deafening silence only made us more determined to win the audience over. We tried harder. Loud songs, soft songs, it made no difference. After forty-five minutes, we decided to end our set early. Why bother finishing when no one was appreciating us anyway? We unplugged (拔去) our instruments and went backstage.
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A moment later, the entertainment director ran back to us.
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Returning to the stage, we played our final three songs.
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6 . Pacific Science Center Guide
◆Visit Pacific Science Center’s Store
Don’t forget to stop by Pacific Science Center’s Store while you are here to pick up a wonderful science activity or souvenir to remember your visit. The store is located(位于) upstairs in Building 3 right next to the Laser Dome.
◆Hungry
Our exhibits will feed your mind, but what about your body? Our café offers a complete menu of lunch and snack options, in addition to seasonal specials. The café is located upstairs in Building 1 and is open daily until one hour before Pacific Science Center closes.
◆Rental Information
Lockers are available to store any belongings during your visit. The lockers are located in Building 1 near the Information Desk and in Building 3. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available to rent at the Information Desk and Denny Way entrance. ID required.
◆Support Pacific Science Center
Since 1962, Pacific Science Center has been inspiring a passion(热情) for discovery and lifelong learning in science, math and technology. Today, Pacific Science Center serves more than 1.3 million people a year and brings inquiry-based science education to classrooms and community events all over Washington State. It’s an amazing accomplishment and one we cannot achieve without generous support from individuals, corporations, and other social organizations. Visit pacificsciencecenter.org to find various ways you can support Pacific Science Center.
1. Where can you buy a souvenir at Pacific Science Center?A.In Building 1. |
B.In Building 3. |
C.At the the Laser Dome. |
D.At the Denny Way entrance. |
A.Train Science teachers. |
B.Distribute science books. |
C.Inspire scientific research. |
D.Take science to the classroom. |
A.To encourage donations. |
B.To advertise coming events. |
C.To introduce special exhibits. |
D.To tell about the Center’s history. |
7 . Tima Abudhi is a 55-year-old mother of five. When growing up, she remembers watching her neighbors
As the mangroves
“Replanting the mangroves is not
Today, the women of Kizingitini no longer have to
Mangrove forests can
A.cut away | B.settle down | C.set out | D.get up |
A.moved | B.disappeared | C.died | D.rose |
A.contribution | B.choice | C.disaster | D.luck |
A.encouraged | B.motivated | C.forbade | D.persuaded |
A.neighbor | B.community | C.beach | D.village |
A.selling | B.assessing | C.closing | D.running |
A.increased | B.gained | C.produced | D.decreased |
A.difficult | B.easy | C.worthwhile | D.suitable |
A.return | B.calm | C.withdraw | D.remove |
A.hard | B.enough | C.long | D.cheap |
A.struggle | B.stop | C.prepare | D.determine |
A.attempt | B.witness | C.afford | D.refuse |
A.unemployment | B.resignation | C.participation | D.ignorance |
A.gender | B.wealth | C.income | D.age |
A.cancel | B.keep | C.accelerate | D.slow |
8 . Borneo is home to some of the most extraordinary wildlife. Several years ago, I decided to go there for a visit. A local person offered to be my guide, which was a great bonus for me.
One day, my guide turned off the smooth road and took me across a
As I
The world out there is so fascinating. Don’t let work run your life. Why not step outdoors and enjoy the wonders nature offers to you?
1.A.rolling | B.spectacular | C.rough | D.breathtaking |
A.suddenly | B.literally | C.definitely | D.ultimately |
A.alarmed | B.pleased | C.concerned | D.upset |
A.Nevertheless | B.Besides | C.Instead | D.Therefore |
A.desires | B.motivations | C.destinations | D.highlights |
A.suspended | B.suspected | C.approached | D.valued |
A.hold onto | B.pick up | C.reflect on | D.hunt for |
A.width | B.length | C.height | D.size |
A.emerged | B.paused | C.continued | D.declined |
A.mud | B.surface | C.ground | D.shore |
A.crocodiles | B.mouths | C.eyes | D.teeth |
A.moved | B.sank | C.hid | D.escaped |
A.work out | B.let out | C.figure out | D.make out |
A.victims | B.opponents | C.folks | D.guides |
A.challenged | B.encountered | C.terrified | D.chased |
Terry Townshend is an ecologist from the UK. In late October, he climbed to the roof of a building to check out a hand-sized recording device
As a birdwatcher
Though observing the migratory birds in Beijing
“China
10 . About three years ago, a tornado attacked our town. My father and I
Then, Grandma turned to me and asked with
Soon, my father asked if I was ready to go home. I silently
It took him a long time to respond, “Yes. She may not know where she is, but she will be there, no matter what.” The rest of the car ride home was
Ever since that talk with my Grandma, I have matured and
A.flew | B.cycled | C.drove | D.walked |
A.chatted | B.argued | C.consulted | D.whispered |
A.Finally | B.Suddenly | C.Immediately | D.Constantly |
A.loving | B.bright | C.watery | D.empty |
A.concerned | B.confused | C.cautious | D.curious |
A.identify | B.remind | C.persuade | D.tell |
A.Shocked | B.Amazed | C.Disappointed | D.Excited |
A.assistant | B.freshman | C.senior | D.genius |
A.shook | B.nodded | C.raised | D.lowered |
A.calmed down | B.cut in | C.called out | D.broke down |
A.attend | B.forget | C.celebrate | D.cancel |
A.dull | B.smooth | C.silent | D.uneasy |
A.character | B.status | C.power | D.role |
A.grown up | B.given up | C.cheered up | D.kept up |
A.exploded | B.burst | C.rang | D.flashed |