1 . Twelve-year-old Catherine has a lot of friends—632, actually, if you count up her online friends. And she spends a lot of time with them.
But is it possible that Catherine’s online friendships could be making her lonely? That’s what some experts believe. Connecting online is a great way to stay in touch, they say. However, some experts worry that many kids are so busy connecting online that they might be missing out on true friendships.
Could this be true? During your parents’ childhoods, connecting with friends usually meant spending time with them in the flesh. Kids played Scrabble around a table, not words with friends on their phones. When friends missed each other, they picked up the telephone. Friends might even write letters to each other.
Today, most communication takes place online. A typical teen sends 2,000 texts a month and spends more than 44 hours per week in front of a screen. Much of this time is spent on social media platform.
In fact, in many ways, online communication can make friendships stronger. “There’s definitely a positive influence. Kids can stay in constant contact, which means they can share more of their feelings with each other,” says Katie Davis, co-author of The App Generation.
Other experts, however, warn that too much online communication can get in the way of forming deep friendships. “If we are constantly checking in with our virtual world, we will have little time for our real-world friendships,” says Larry Rosen, a professor at California State University. Rosen also worries that today’s kids might mistake the “friends” on the social media for true friends in life. However, in tough times, you don’t need anyone to like your picture or share your blogs. You need someone who will keep your secrets and hold your hand. You would like to talk face to face.
1. What is the purpose of the first paragraph?A.To tell about true friends. | B.To start a discussion. |
C.To encourage online friendships. | D.To summarize(总结) the text. |
A.In any case. | B.In public. | C.In person. | D.In advance. |
A.Unconcerned. | B.Positive. | C.Worried. | D.Confused. |
A.Teenagers need to focus on real-world friendships. | B.It’s easier to develop friendships in real life. |
C.It’s wise to turn to friends online. | D.Social media help people stay closely connected. |
2 . Chloe Smith is a girl aged 6 from Atlanta, Georgia. One day, while taking a walk with her father near their home, she
The medal belongs to former canoeist (划艇运动员) Joe Jacobi, who won gold while
Chloe’s dad had seen Jacobi’s story on the news, and
Chloe was
A.sought | B.buried | C.noticed | D.dropped |
A.waste | B.object | C.material | D.antique |
A.embarrassed | B.satisfied | C.frightened | D.shocked |
A.competing | B.applying | C.coaching | D.preparing |
A.broken | B.stolen | C.replaced | D.deserted |
A.purchase | B.register | C.preserve | D.recover |
A.secured | B.prized | C.advertised | D.priced |
A.project | B.decision | C.habit | D.idea |
A.quickly | B.gradually | C.really | D.carefully |
A.identifying | B.obtaining | C.evaluating | D.investigating |
A.sorry | B.eager | C.upset | D.hesitant |
A.In addition | B.In fact | C.In return | D.In advance |
A.purpose | B.report | C.attempt | D.story |
A.heart-warming | B.breath-taking | C.eye-catching | D.life-changing |
A.important | B.simple | C.interesting | D.right |
A.By plane. | B.By bus. | C.By subway. |
1. What is the aim of the campaign?
A.To remind people of Earth Day. |
B.To encourage people to reduce garbage. |
C.To warn people of the bad effects of pollution. |
A.Planting trees. | B.Designing posters. | C.Collecting garbage. |
A.Paint paper. | B.Stop driving cars. | C.Decorate classrooms. |
A.Absurd. | B.Hollow. | C.Practical. |
A.this | B.that | C.it | D.one |
6 . The journey of learning Beijing Opera has been a meaningful one for me.
When I first stepped into the practice room, the sounds of instruments filled the air. The
As time went on, I began to see
Finally, the day arrived for my first
A.surprised | B.traditional | C.important | D.experienced |
A.keep up with | B.get back on | C.stay away from | D.look forward to |
A.know | B.change | C.learn | D.share |
A.checking | B.going | C.asking | D.cheering |
A.safely | B.helplessly | C.quietly | D.tirelessly |
A.supportive | B.active | C.creative | D.productive |
A.kindness | B.success | C.wealth | D.chance |
A.details | B.value | C.methods | D.progress |
A.different | B.expressive | C.similar | D.encouraging |
A.characters | B.teachers | C.actors | D.members |
A.class | B.job | C.visit | D.show |
A.music to my ears | B.bottom lines | C.time on my hands | D.top secrets |
A.interesting | B.boring | C.challenging | D.meaningful |
A.win out | B.give up | C.wake up | D.stand out |
A.protect | B.trust | C.guide | D.pick |
9 . A lady wanted a birthday gift from her husband. For many months she had liked a beautiful
Many years passed and the lady was very
When she arrived at his house, sadness
A.watch | B.ring | C.coat | D.box |
A.afford | B.like | C.design | D.guess |
A.holiday | B.performance | C.birthday | D.meeting |
A.proud | B.kind | C.sorry | D.brave |
A.lent | B.asked | C.gave | D.moved |
A.carried | B.found | C.missed | D.held |
A.Politely | B.Lightly | C.Patiently | D.Angrily |
A.calm | B.disappointed | C.thankful | D.careless |
A.sad | B.lonely | C.successful | D.poor |
A.wanted | B.hoped | C.realized | D.explained |
A.visit | B.understand | C.catch | D.help |
A.passed | B.wrote | C.sent | D.received |
A.take care of | B.pay for | C.look for | D.give away |
A.covered | B.broke | C.left | D.filled |
A.car | B.Bible | C.letter | D.table |
A.smiles | B.laughter | C.tears | D.interests |
A.hid | B.dropped | C.disappeared | D.made |
A.book | B.pen | C.flower | D.card |
A.If | B.But | C.Although | D.So |
A.hand | B.eye | C.face | D.heart |
10 . On a Friday evening in December, I lost my job. That was
Over the next week, I applied for
Back at home, I looked out the window at the heavy snow and
Later on when I opened her card, I was
A.unexpected | B.unfair | C.unavoidable | D.unnecessary |
A.forgot | B.refused | C.managed | D.planned |
A.judge | B.monitor | C.fire | D.charge |
A.encouraged | B.thoughtful | C.surprised | D.cheerful |
A.puddings | B.posts | C.shares | D.places |
A.small | B.safe | C.wealthy | D.unique |
A.remember | B.afford | C.find | D.appreciate |
A.spotted | B.felt | C.imagined | D.recognized |
A.came in | B.walked away | C.settled down | D.got out |
A.business | B.weather | C.room | D.situation |
A.company | B.school | C.hotel | D.house |
A.call | B.drive | C.visit | D.pay |
A.shocked | B.satisfied | C.confused | D.inspired |
A.searched | B.counted | C.packed | D.celebrated |
A.guidance | B.joy | C.care | D.advice |