Catherine was a mother of three and after her husband died three years ago, she had to step out and earn money to make ends meet.
In the beginning, she worked as a sales clerk at a store. But as her children grew older, she knew she must find a new job which could pay a higher salary (薪水). One day, Catherine was walking home after her shift (轮班) at the store when she spotted a construction site. Realizing that the money she would make by working there was more than her current salary, she thought she might be able to work there. She then approached the manager. After learning about her circumstances, the manager hired her on the spot. Then she left her job at the store and worked full-time at the construction site.
However, Catherine kept her new job a secret from her children. She thought they would feel embarrassed after learning their mother worked at a construction site. Every morning, Catherine would wake up and make breakfast for her children before dropping them at school. Then, she would go to the construction site and work until her shift ended. She would pick up heavy bricks on her shoulder to transport them from one part of the site to the other. One weekend, Catherine’s son, Peter, told her about an upcoming contest in school that required mothers to participate. In the competition, students would wear blindfolds (眼罩) and have to recognize their mothers without looking at them. “That sounds like such a cool event, Peter!” Catherine said. “I won’t go there with you, Mom,” Peter replied. When asked why, Peter said that he would have to touch Catherine’s hands to recognize her. “Everyone would look at them, but your hands are so ugly. They’re so hard and rough,” he added. Catherine felt terrible after hearing her son’s excuse for not participating in the competition, but couldn’t say anything in her defense. She had to stay quiet and keep working at the construction site to make ends meet.
Paragraph 1: A few weeks later, when Peter was returning home earlier one day, something unexpected caught his attention.
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Paragraph 2: Later that night, Peter decided to apologize to his mother.
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1.书名及内容概要；2.从中受到的启发。
注意：1.词数80左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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Marine (海洋的) creatures have long attracted scientists. Recently, researchers described remains discovered in northeastern Spain,
Leviathanochelys swam in
Scientists found the Leviathanochelys remains near the village of Coll deNargo in Catalonia’s Alt Urgell area.
4 . When I had behavioral issues in elementary school, my teachers would punish me by sending me to my guidance counselor, Dr. Deborah Hawes, to do math and science projects. I would disrupt(扰乱) the class on purpose, knowing that I would be sent to her office for guidance. Dr. Hawes was enthusiastic about science and math. Her goal was to help every student realize the importance of these subjects, and how they relate to everyday living. As a result, she was able to persuade me to take part in science fair project competitions.
Surprisingly, I did pretty well at those competitions and received many awards through out the city at larger competitions. It was after the 8th grade that Dr. Hawes encouraged me to attend the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences (CHSAS). This by far, is one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life.
My time spent at CHSAS was what developed my strong interest in animal science and conservation (保护). It also inspired me to continue my education at Delaware State University (DSU), where I was awarded a partial scholarship. Then, I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science at DSU in 2004, with internships (实习) at Purdue University, Michigan State University, and the University of Namibia in Africa. In 2008, I earned a Master of Science degree from Iowa State University while conducting research on turtle nests. In 2009, I became the Savanna District’s first-ever wildlife biologist. I was stationed at one of the most visited wildlife shelters in the nation.
I’m lucky because I’ve found what I really love to do and now I’m having a career in that field. I encourage you to try different things to know what you really like doing. You may never know your favorite unless you give it a try.
1. Why did the author intend to disrupt the class?| A．To get others’ attention. | B．To go against the teacher. |
| C．To spend time with Dr. Hawes. | D．To relieve the boredom with math. |
| A．Positive. | B．Doubtful. | C．Disappointed. | D．Careful. |
| A．His interest in science and math. |
| B．His confidence in large competitions. |
| C．His chance of getting great internships. |
| D．His enthusiasm for studying animal protection. |
| A．Well begun is half done. | B．Rome was not built in a day. |
| C．Finding what you love matters. | D．Nothing is impossible to a willing heart. |
5 . Last month, my husband and I decided on visiting Cape Cod, which is about three hours’ drive from Boston. Our daughter who
| A．worked | B．studied | C．traveled | D．stayed |
| A．but | B．as | C．if | D．though |
| A．ate at | B．moved to | C．arrived in | D．waited at |
| A．anywhere | B．somewhere | C．everywhere | D．nowhere |
| A．dirty | B．empty | C．crowded | D．wide |
| A．directions | B．advice | C．foods | D．time |
| A．hugged | B．observed | C．caught | D．approached |
| A．comfortable | B．dangerous | C．difficult | D．stressful |
| A．remembered | B．prepared | C．agreed | D．pretended |
| A．relief | B．disappointment | C．excitement | D．advantage |
| A．threw | B．showed | C．sold | D．handed |
| A．jumped | B．lied | C．admitted | D．refused |
| A．thankfulness | B．sadness | C．seriousness | D．weakness |
| A．Therefore | B．However | C．Meanwhile | D．Finally |
| A．hurry | B．moment | C．chance | D．task |
6 . A running chub is a community group made up of members that are interested in running. Some running clubs may focus on different types of running activities and require a certain level of expertise(专长) on the runner’s part.
Often,running clubs include training with a coach in the cost. However, if they don’t offer to coach members and provide only a group environment, the clubs may provide a discount on personal trainers. Keep in mind that the size of the club affects the discounts and services the club can provide.
Many running clubs are open to members of all ability levels.
Most running clubs have a website that often includes a mission statement(任务说明) for the club.
| A．A running club comes with a ton of benefits. |
| B．However, smaller running clubs often charge monthly. |
| C．There are some tips to help you find the right running club. |
| D．However, some focus on just advanced runners or just beginners. |
| E．Others may include social functions and not just sports activities. |
| F．This can help you decide whether or not a certain group is right for you. |
| G．For example, larger clubs may include training in the cost of their membership. |
7 . If you’re new to San Francisco, paying the city a visit, or simply looking for a new playground for you and your dog, here are four of the finest dog parks in San Francisco.
Corona Heights Dog Park
Often visited by residents from all over the city because of its nearness to the Randall Museum, Corona Heights Dog Park offers pets and owners breathtaking view after a steep hillside climb, and a fenced dog area that allows dogs to let loose without a leash (狗链). Owners will also enjoy the playground, tennis courts and basketball courts.
Dolores Dog Park
The grounds of Dolores Park once served as camps for those who were left homeless by the 1906 earthquake, but now are often visited by crowds of Mission District people. Four-legged friends can also wander about care free off-leash while making friends with other members of the doggie community.
Pine Lake Dog Park
Famous for its place as a rest stop for hundreds of species of birds to fly to and from warmer climates, Pine Lake Park is also prized by city dogs and their owners for their nice hiking paths, picturesque lake suited for swimming, and off-leash area on the park’s west end that lets dogs run free.
Buena Vista Dog Park
With a history of 146 years, Buena Vista Park is San Francisco’s oldest park. Dogs and owners with plus energy will love burning it on this park’s steep paths and winding staircases. Dog owners should have good control over their dogs, as it’s quite easy for dogs to get separated when going through Buena Vista’s many twists and turns.
1. What do Corona Heights Dog Park and Dolores Dog Park have in common?| A．There are many steep stairs there. | B．Dogs can go around freely there. |
| C．They serve as camps for the homeless. | D．It is suitable for hiking for owners of dog. |
| A．It is a good place for all kinds of birds to rest. | B．It is close to a museum. |
| C．Dogs must be on a leash there. | D．It is suitable for making friends. |
| A．Dolores Dog Park. | B．Pine Lake Dog Park. |
| C．Buena Vista Dog Park. | D．Corona Heights Dog Park. |
8 . I grew up in a poor family. This was something I did not realize until I was older. I thought everyone in the city took the bus, because everyone in my neighborhood took the bus. I thought everyone in the city used the food bank, because all my friends’ cupboards were filled with the same government-labeled food that filled my cupboards. We all wore hand-me-down clothes.
Grocery shopping was my first experience understanding that my family was a little different. My mom used paper money that looked different from the paper money others in line were using. I asked my mom why our money looked different. She said that we used food stamps that were helped by the government so we could eat.
In high school, I was still embarrassed and wished we were not so poor, but I loved my mom and the other members of my family and knew we had things to be proud of. My mother taught me how to love and told me to believe in myself. Growing up in poverty taught me perseverance (毅力). I have always believed in myself and my abilities. I knew I could focus on school and build a life that looked different from my childhood.
As I became a man, I started understanding how my experiences enabled me to be resilient (有韧性的), and how to respect people for who they are as an individual—and not by what they have. I think there are a lot of fixed images placed on those experiencing poverty that do not actually come from the people experiencing it. These judgments come from people on the outside trying not to look into the experience. Hardworking , trustworthy, reliable, clean, efficient, successful and disciplined are all words not typically associated with poverty. But those words are very much shown by those experiencing poverty. I am proud to be who I am and proud of where I’m from.
1. Why did the mom use different paper money in the shop?| A．To show our difference. | B．To spend the extra stamps. |
| C．To support the government. | D．To buy food without real money. |
| A．She was wise. | B．She was patient. | C．She was single. | D．She was educated. |
| A．Frightened. | B．Annoyed. | C．Grateful. | D．Confused. |
| A．Struggling With Being Poor | B．Lessons From Growing Up Poor |
| C．Staying Poor Means Staying Foolish | D．My Childhood Memories |
9 . I don’t know what your dream is. I don’t care how disappointing it might be as you’re working toward that dream.
There will be moments when you are going to doubt yourself.
Dreaming is the easy part.
| A．Your dreams never walk away |
| B．Do not be afraid to dream |
| C．Acting on the dream is harder |
| D．You must spend more time achieving it |
| E．You’ll say, “Why? Why is this happening to me?” |
| F．Many of you fail to seek your purpose in life |
| G．But that dream you’re holding in your mind is possible |
10 . A Japanese company has announced the successful test drive of a flying car. SkyDrive Inc. conducted the public demonstration on August 25. The company said in a news release at the Toyota Test Field, one of the largest in Japan, “This is the first time the flying car was exhibited to the public.”
“We are extremely excited to have achieved Japan’s first-ever manned flight of a flying car in the two dozen months since we founded SkyDrive...” CEO Tomohiro Fukuzawa said in a statement. “We want to realize a society where flying cars are an accessible and convenient means of transportation in the skies and people are able to experience a secure, and comfortable new way of life.”
The car, named SD-03, manned with a pilot, took off and circled the field for about four minutes. It is the world’s smallest electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle and takes up the space of about two parked cars, according to the company. It has eight motors to ensure “safety in emergency situations”.
“We wanted this vehicle to be futuristic, charismatic and desirable for all future customers, while fully incorporating the high technology of SkyDrive,” Design Director Takumi Yamamot said. The company hopes to make the flying car a part of normal life and not just a commodity. More test flights will occur in the future under different conditions to make sure the safety and technology of the vehicle meet industry standards.
The success of this flight means that it is likely the car will be tested outside of the Toyota Test Field by the end of the year. “The company will continue to develop technologies to safely and securely launch the flying car in 2024,” the news release said, “No price has been announced.”
1. What does the underlined word “demonstration” mean in the first paragraph?| A．Announcement. | B．Exhibition. | C．Experiment. | D．Statement. |
| A．Convenient and safe. | B．High-speed and splendid. |
| C．Comfortable and large-sized. | D．Space saving and economical. |
| A．It is similar to plane. | B．It is self-driving. |
| C．It is bigger than a common car. | D．It is energy saving. |
| A．To make it safer. | B．To reduce its price. |
| C．To test it in the laboratory. | D．To put it to the market at once. |
