1 . Flood (洪水) Safety Guidelines (指南)
Flood (洪水) is one of the most dangerous natural disasters. It may come suddenly and sweep away (冲走) everything. It is important to learn some safety guidelines and get prepared for a flood, especially for those living near a river.
Things to do before a flood
●Move to a safe place immediately if there is an order. Prepare enough food and clean water.
Remember to prepare a first aid kit (急救箱).
Try to move to a place high enough to keep clear of floodwater. Hold to a tree or a woodblock if you are in water. Keep away from electricity.
Things not to do during a flood
Do not take too many personal things with you.
Although flood is dangerous,
A.never give up hope |
B.Things to do during a flood |
C.Here are some tips on flood safety |
D.Do not drink floodwater because it is not clean |
E.Listen to the weather warnings (警告) firstly |
2 . It is so important to make sure you take care of your body, mind and soul every day, not just when you get sick. Here are some of the top, most practical ways for you to take care of yourself and keep yourself healthy.
Stay active.
Eat well. Your brain needs to have a lot of nutrients to stay healthy.
Stay in touch. There is nothing better than being able to catch up with someone in real life, but unfortunately, this is not always possible. You can give them a call and you can also drop them a note.
Ask for help.
A.Discuss your feelings. |
B.Nobody is superhuman. |
C.A balanced diet is good for you. |
D.Regular exercise can help you to concentrate. |
E.If possible, you have to keep the lines of communication open. |
3 . How to Deal With Stress
Have you ever felt stressed?
Most of the time, stress is a result of feeling overwhelmed.
Finally, do not set such high standards for yourself and others that it leads to dissatisfaction and pressure.
A.To get rid of this feeling, keep yourself organized. |
B.Focus on what has already been done and what is good. |
C.Besides that, taking time to relax can help you ease stress. |
D.If you aim for perfection all the time, you will end up frustrated and stressed out. |
E.Well, you are not alone, as every person has to face stress at one time or another. |
4 . The Sunday Mail magazine interviewed some parents about whether children should do chores at home.
Ms Miller thinks that kids these days already have enough stress from school. They do not have time to study and do housework, too.
A.However, Mr. Smith disagrees with her. |
B.So there is no need for them to do it now. |
C.Housework is a waste of their time. |
D.It also helps them to understand the idea of fairness. |
E.Different people have different opinions. |
5 . Few things are as wonderful as visiting a beautiful natural place, breathing the fresh air and enjoying the beauty.
Plan ahead.
Throw away waste properly. Never leave garbage behind. Don’t leave your food wrappers, cans or leftovers.
Respect wildlife. You should stay at least 100meters away from wildlife, so you don’t disturb any animals.
The principles above can help everyone share the outdoors comfortably. We all need to take care of the earth we know and love.
A.Be kind to other visitors. |
B.What you take in, take out. |
C.But enjoying nature comes at a price. |
D.Getting too close could be dangerous. |
E.This means more than just deciding which day to go. |
6 . We all experience stress(压力) at some point.
No one can “make” you feel anything.
The way you deal with a situation is a choice. You can ask yourself “Is this something I can change?”
Exchange attitude for gratitude(感恩).
Our attitude has a big influence on how we deal with situations.
Relax, relax, relax.
Look at your stressful situation from a “big picture” point of view. Ask yourself “How important is this?” and “Will this matter in the long run?” If the answer is no, it’s likely not worth your time and energy.
A.Look at the big picture. |
B.If so, start doing something to change the situation. |
C.When you are stuck in traffic, change your attitude. |
D.Try to find something that you enjoy and do it every day. |
E.Here are four points to consider when dealing with stressful situations. |
7 . How to Keep a Relationship Healthy and Strong
Are you new to experiencing relationships? Well, let me give you advice on having a healthy and possibly long-term relationship.
Make sure you give them respect. Now respect isn’t just simply treating her or him nicely. There' s a lot more to it. You have to learn to adjust to their liking.
Make sure you are encouraging to your partner.
Make sure you have a good sense of humor with them. Laughter is the key to happiness. Laugh a lot with them, joke with them. Laughter may seem silly, but it’s the secret to a lot in life. It will keep the sparks alive.
Make sure the communication is good. This goes along with trust, but always communicate how you feel, even if it’s something that upsets you. Instead of screaming, talk to them.
A.Be an honest person with them. |
B.Make sure you are reliable to your partner. |
C.Laughter keeps the relationship strong and lasting. |
D.Basically, learn to study your partners’ moods, wants and needs. |
E.If they did something that made you unhappy, tell them about it in a respectful manner. |
8 . Last month we asked our students about their free time activities.Our questions were about exercise,use of the Internet and watching TV.
We found that only fifteen percent of our students exercise every day.Forty-five percent exercise four to six times a week.Twenty percent exercise only one to three times a week.
We all know that many students often go online,but we were surprised that ninety percent of them use the Internet every day.The other ten percent use it at least three or four times a week.Most students use it for fun and not for homework.
It is good to relax by using the Internet or watching game shows,
A.So start exercising before it’s too late! |
B.And twenty percent do not exercise at all. |
C.but we think the best way to relax is through exercise. |
D.Here are the results. |
E.The answers to our questions about watching television were also interesting. |
9 . What Makes a Book a Classic?
People usually confuse “classical” with “classic” when it comes to literature.
They have artistic quality
A classic is usually considered to be a representative of the period in which it was written, and it deserves lasting recognition. A classic may look “old” due to pacing and dated language, but you can learn from and be inspired by it even today.
They have universal appeal
Because great works focus on themes that are understood by readers from different backgrounds and levels of experience, they can easily reach readers’ hearts. This is especially true of the themes of love, hate, death, life and faith.
They encourage lifelong readers
Because of the high quality of the characters, story and writing, readers can read a classic in their youth and gather a basic understanding of the author's themes.
A.They can stand the test of time |
B.It can also be read later in their life |
C.A classic uses literary techniques properly |
D.However, each of them has a separate meaning |
E.They touch upon readers’ basic emotional responses |
10 . Playing sports offers you more than just physical benefits (好处).
Making new friends.
Playing sports enables you to create friendships you otherwise might not have formed.
Understanding the value of health.
Taking part in sports improves your health in many ways.
Building team spirit.
Sports provide children with the important lesson of learning how to work in a team.
Playing sports requires a lot of time and energy. Some may think this would take students’ attention away from schoolwork. However, the opposite is true. Sports require memorization, repetition and learning — skills that are directly relevant (有关的) to schoolwork.
A.Doing better in your studies. |
B.Everyone has to work together to achieve the goal. |
C.To be a good athlete, you must take care of yourself. |
D.Sports can help you in your study and fit in with society as well. |
E.Sports bring teens together from different schools and backgrounds. |