1 . I recently retired from twenty-three fulfilling years as a classroom teacher. I always _________ my success in hugs and smiles from my students, not by data and test scores. I always _________ that I would have a positive influence on each of the young lives.

One day, I was standing in the checkout line of a local grocery store when I heard a _________ voice behind me “Excuse me, miss, but I think you were my seventh grade teacher.” I turned and had to _________ the speaker, a young man well over six feet tall.

He told me his name, and I _______ remembered which class he had been in, and even how he had _________ reading. We _________ briefly, and I asked what he was doing these days. “I am going to college,” he answered. “I want to be a _________ teacher.” “Wait a minute,” I said. “The Eddie I remember _________ to read.”

“Yes, ma’am. That was me. Because of how you never gave up on me, I now __________ I can make a difference,” he continued. “If you had not made me realize I had some __________, if you had not believed in me and if you had not __________ me, I would never have gone to college.”

I know how __________ one teacher can impact the life of a person who does not believe in himself. We may never know how much influence we have had on them, but when a __________ student reaches out and says, “Thank you,” I feel a ________ that will accompany me for the rest of my life.

1.

A．celebrated

B．shared

C．measured

D．achieved

2.

A．predicted

B．explained

C．confirmed

D．prayed

3.

A．curious

B．hesitant

C．plain

D．sweet

4.

A．look up at

B．hold on to

C．catch up with

D．get away from

5.

A．instantly

B．temporarily

C．secretly

D．doubtfully

6.

A．anticipated

B．fancied

C．practised

D．hated

7.

A．looked

B．joked

C．chatted

D．debated

8.

A．music

B．reading

C．business

D．sports

9.

A．refused

B．intended

C．preferred

D．promised

10.

A．deny

B．believe

C．complain

D．declare

11.

A．privilege

B．weaknesses

C．potential

D．questions

12.

A．entertained

B．stopped

C．attracted

D．encouraged

13.

A．precisely

B．powerfully

C．thoroughly

D．fearfully

14.

A．former

B．courageous

C．naughty

D．troublesome

15.

A．growth

B．desire

C．warmth

D．signal

2 . Loving your own body is often easier said than done. Do you know that 70% of women between the ages of 18-30 dislike their bodies?     1     45% say they are dissatisfied with their bodies too. There are countless ways you can work on body positivity, and you’ll have to find out what works for you.

Think healthier, not skinnier

When you’re making meals, or when you’re hitting the gym, don’t set your fitness goals according to a number you’d like to see on the scale. Exercise and a healthy diet shouldn’t be a punishment.     2     So, instead of thinking about how much your body weighs, or how it’s shaped, think about all the amazing things it can do.

Surround yourself with positivity

Negative messages about body image are all around us. According to one study, participants who spent more time on social media were more likely to develop a negative body image and eating disorders.     3     Look for positive people, people who practice self-love, and people who will encourage you to be who you are.

Focus on the things you like about yourself

Every time a negative thought about your body pops into your mind, counter it with something positive. Try making lists of the things you like about your body. And not just how it looks, but the things it allows you to do.     4     We naturally tend to look for our dissatisfactions and overlook the good things. To break out of that way of thinking, it will take daily repetition. Just keep at it.

Stop comparing yourself to others

    5     One person is beautiful in one way, and the next person in some other way. And isn’t that how it should be? Imagine how boring it would be if there were only one way to be, and to feel, beautiful. Comparing yourself to others can leave you feeling like you don’t look the way you should, but you’re not supposed to look like someone else; you’re supposed to look like you.

A．List it all out.

B．Pick up a new hobby.

C．And men aren’t much better off.

D．People come in all shapes and sizes.

E．So, try to cut out the negativity that you can.

F．Often we project our own insecurities onto others.

G．It is one way we show respect and appreciation for our bodies.

3 . This Bachelor of Nursing course is designed to enable Registered Nurses with a diploma qualification in nursing to expand their professional education to a bachelor’s degree. This nursing degree consists of core studies and subjects relevant to the context of nursing practice in Singapore.

Students are assisted to expand their knowledge base in the discipline of nursing and apply this knowledge to nursing practice. They are also provided with the opportunity to develop academic and practical skills, and the attitudes needed to comprehend and evaluate new nursing knowledge in the discipline of nursing.

Course Highlights

•Learn from our experienced academic team and fly-in lecturers from La Trobe University.

•This course is under the list of accredited Nursing Education Programmes by the Singapore Nursing Board(SNB).

•The Nursing Degree programme is 100% coursework based. Students will be graded on assignments and project work basis.

•PSB Academy and La Trobe University awards 2 Nursing Scholarship annually with no bond requirements for students who applied for the Bachelor of Nursing programme.

Admission criteria

•Applicants must hold a minimum three-year nursing certificate or diploma in nursing from a La Trobe approved and recognized nursing school.

•Applicants need to have a current registration with SNB as a Registered Nurse.

•Students must be employed as registered nurses and hold a valid (有效的) practising certificate from SNB.

•Students need to be competent in communicating in English. As such, applicants who completed their pre-registration nursing education in a language other than English must provide evidence of their proficiency (能力) in the English language.

1. How can the participants benefit from the course?

A．They will be qualified as a patient nurse.

B．They will be trained to be a registered nurse.

C．They will have their performance assessed.

D．They will have their knowledge and skills updated.

2. What might be a striking feature of the course?

A．Internationally recognized coursework.

B．One-to-one instructions from lecturers.

C．A chance to get a nursing scholarship.

D．The evaluation of students’ exam results.

3. Which of the following is required of a participant?

A．Having prior nursing experiences.

B．Holding a one-year nursing certificate.

C．Finishing nursing education in English.

D．Working as an officially registered nurse.

4 . I read a lot of nonfiction, mostly books about current issues. The topics vary but most of the books share a common feature. When I come to the last chapter — the one where solutions are supposed to be offered — I’m usually left disappointed. Most authors fall back on “I’ve laid out the problem, you fix it.” When solutions are offered, they usually call for strong action by the government, which, these days, is useless.

So I was excited when I recently read Jonathan Haidt’s new book, The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness.

Haidt, a social psychologist from New York University, shows how the play-based childhood began to decline in the 1980s, and how it was finally wiped out by the arrival of the phone-based childhood in the early 2010s. As teens traded in their flip phones (翻盖手机) for smartphones packed with social media apps, time online soared while time engaging face-to-face with friends and family dived.

He presents more than a dozen mechanisms by which this great rewiring of childhood has interfered with children’s social and neurological development, covering everything from addiction to loneliness, social comparison, and perfectionism.

What stands out in Haidt’s book is his commitment — along with many other educators, parents and community groups — to addressing the shortage of free play and the excess of social media. This eye-opening book is a powerful call-to-arms, offering practical advice for parents, schools, governments, and teens themselves. Solutions range from parents setting limits on their children’s use of smartphones, to groups of parents cooperating so their children won’t feel rejected by kids living in a phone-centered world.

To all the local schools, parents and agencies already working to let kids be kids, I say thanks, and keep up the good work. To everyone else interested in the subject, I urge you to read Haidt’s book and check out the many resources and groups he cites. If people don’t push for change, then tech companies driven by data collection and ad revenue (收入) will continue to rule kids’ lives, rather than parents and local communities.

1. Why do most books about current issues disappoint the author?

A．They explore the same topic.

B．They justify government actions.

C．They fail to offer practical solutions.

D．They lack a full review of the situation.

2. The underlined part in paragraph 4 means the shift in kids’ energy and attention from ______.

A．flip phones to smart ones

B．the physical world to the virtual one

C．academic studies to stylish entertainments

D．over-protected childhood to care-free adulthood

3. What is the highlight of The Anxious Generation?

A．It offers fresh insight into social media.

B．Its content is well received by children.

C．It will influence collective decision-making.

D．Its author suggests ways to fix the problems.

4. What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph?

A．Issue a warning.	B．Recommend a book.
C．Express gratitude.	D．Present an argument.

5 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. How did Sophia improve her speaking skills?

A．She often talked with native students.

B．She learned at an international school.

C．She traveled to English-speaking countries.

2. What does Sophia practice on ELLO?

A．Listening.

B．Grammar.

C．Vocabulary.

3. What mostly affected the man’s major choice?

A．His interest.

B．His sister’s influence.

C．His teacher’s encouragement.

6 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What does Lily say about getting better at windsurfing?

A．It varies from person to person.

B．It takes less time than expected.

C．It depends on the equipment.

2. What helped Lily learn windsurfing quickly?

A．Practicing on her own.

B．Learning from her friend.

C．Taking some courses.

3. What does Lily enjoy most about windsurfing (帆板运动)?

A．Mastering new techniques.

B．Forgetting daily worries.

C．Improving her fitness.

4. What is Lily trying to do in the future?

A．Develop a new hobby.

B．Become a windsurfing instructor.

C．Take part in windsurfing competitions.

7 . Filming in the Wasatch-Cache National Forest

The Kamas Ranger District handles film permits for the Kamas district of the Wasatch- Cache National Forest.

To ensure that permits are issued in time for filming, the Forest Service requests that application form be handed in three to four weeks prior to filming.

The fee structure for filming in the National Forest is as follows:

Filming Special Use Fee

1 to 10 people-$150 per day

11 to 30 people-$200 per day

31 to 60 people-$500 per day

Over 61 people-$600 per day

Film Monitoring Fee

1 day filming-FREE

Extra days-$200 per day

Additional Fees

Additional fees will be charged in the following situations:

Large production (greater than 100 people), multiple site filming that may require additional film monitoring to protect natural resources and a performance agreement in the form of a deposited check.

Upon approval, a Special Use Permit will be issued with a bill for collection. Checks should be made payable to “USDA Forest Service, ” and payment must be received before filming.

Note

Some areas of the forest are especially sensitive to impacts from vehicles, domestic animals, and people. These areas include wetlands, streams, lake shorelines, and most meadow areas. Filming requests in these sensitive areas will require special surveys to determine possible environmental impacts. The request may be denied.

1. What is one expected to do for filming?

A．Issue the permit weeks before filming.	B．Submit the application form in advance.
C．Give top priority to time arrangement.	D．Outline the fee structure in the forest.

2. How much will a week’s film monitoring be charged?

A．$1200.

B．$200.

C．$1400.

D．$600.

3. Which of the following will be charged additional fees?

A．Paying the bill in cash.	B．Entry into the sensitive areas.
C．Production with over 61 people.	D．Filming in different sites.

8 . Ayung River Rafting

About the trip

Explore Ayung River Rafting, the longest river rafting in Ayung River, a white-water rafting! The river is classified to level II to III and your rafting trip will be approximately 2 hours. Our friendly and experienced raft guides will take you on a safe and fun trip. You’ll find a level of professionalism that offers unique insights into Bali’s natural wonders and memorable experiences through the rainforest. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable adventure that showcases the beauty of Ayung River and the excitement and thrills of tackling the rapids of the Ayung River.

        Prices

Ayung River Rafting Packages	Price
Ayung River Rafting Own Transport	IDR 350/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 2, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 550/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 3 – 4, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 485/Person
Ayung River Rafting Group of 5+, including Return Hotel Transfer	IDR 430/Person

Tips

●We suggest you bring short pants or a swimsuit, a pair of changing clothes, sunscreen and extra money for drinks and souvenirs (纪念品).

●Steep road lies at the beginning and at the end of the tour, please be ready to walk with reliable shoes!

●Plastic bags for wet clothes are available, but you are advised to bring your own to reduce plastic use.

●Single-use raincoats are available if it rains. However, please bring your own to reduce plastic use.

1. What do we know about Ayung River Rafting?

A．It’s an exciting guided adventure.

B．It helps to conserve the rainforest.

C．It offers unique insights into society.

D．It’s operated on the world’s fastest river.

2. What’s the charge for an Ayung River Rafting Group of 4 including Return Hotel Transfer?

A．IDR 430.

B．IDR 485.

C．IDR 1940.

D．IDR 2200.

3. What are the tourists advised to wear on a walk?

A．Swimsuits.

B．Strong shoes.

C．Raincoats.

D．Wet clothes.

9 . What happens when the player shoots successfully from outside the line?

A．He breaks a rule.

B．He wins the game.

C．He gets three points.

10 . Why has the bank taken action on the man’s account?

A．His cards have been stolen.

B．He has bought another computer.

C．His cards have been abnormally used.