1. Activity 1: Read the following sentences. Put them in the right box.
Showing that you are listening
Exactly! You’re right! I see. I know what you mean.No way! You’re kidding! Really? I can’t believe it!
Great!/Super! That’s interesting. Wow! Tell me about it!
| expressions of agreement or understanding | |
| expressions of disbelief | |
| expressions that show feelings, such as joy, excitement, or sadness | |
| encouragement to say more |
Tips:
•Use the information in Justin and Wu Yue’s conversation.
•Use the expressions we mentioned just now to show that you are listening.
Sample:
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2 . China is the country that eats the most watermelons in the world. It’s not because foreigners don’t like watermelons but “they can’t afford them.” Do you know why?
It’s reported that a kilo of US watermelon is about $6.91 in New York, which is about ￥46 in China.
Secondly, countries like the USA and Australia have a wide land, but watermelons were not introduced there as early as in China. The local people prefer other fruits that were known earlier to watermelons.
Thirdly, according to some reports, watermelons from foreign countries may not taste good.
| A．Firstly, China’s land area is large. |
| B．Watermelons are my favorite fruit. |
| C．So, watermelons are not as popular as other fruits. |
| D．That’s because they’re too expensive in most countries. |
| E．However, in China, we seldom eat watermelons that taste bad. |
| F．Watermelons are also famous for being expensive in Japan and South Korea. |
| potentially distinct objectives available apparently remarkable encountered |
2. I came across many hikers who were headed to a distant camp-ground with just enough time to get there before dark .
3. It is important to make food and water accessible to the survivors .
4. The two flowers are different from one another, so it’s easy to make a distinction between them.
5. I think Huang Danian was a truly extraordinary scientist.
6. We will probably benefit from remote-controlled houses.
7. I wasn’t there, but obviously the opening ceremony of Hangzhou Asian Games was amazing.
True friends are hard to find. You often think you can believe in someone, but later he or she may let you down. However, always be a good friend yourself and you may change the situations.
Part of being a friend is being prepared to devote your time and energy to helping out your friend. If your friend needs a shoulder to cry on, just be there for him or her. You will attract those who value your loyalty.
When you say you will do something, do it. When your friend tells you a secret, keep it secret from others. Be someone that people know that they can rely on. If you show this quality to your friend, he or she will appreciate it and will be reliable in return.
Be a good listener.
Many people think they have to appear very interesting. Far more than that, however, is your ability to show that you’re interested in others. Listen carefully to what people say, remember important details about them, ask questions about their interests, and take time to learn more about them.
Show others what makes you stand apart from the crowd. Talk about interests and hobbies. Everyone has interesting stories to tell—don’t be afraid to share yours. Besides, a little humour always keeps a conversation light and happy. People love to be around someone who makes them laugh.
A. Be a reliable friend.
B. Be loyal to a friend.
C. Stress your good qualities.
D. Tell your secret to your friend.
How to Be Able to Study Well
If you have an exam coming up but are faced with so many distractions, and you just don’t know how to carry out your revision, the following tips can help you.
Choose a place with enough space where you can organize your books and papers and spread them out as much as you need to. Make sure you have everything you need—books, notes, paper and pencils. If you are in your room, consider hanging a sign on the door such as “No interruption please.”
There are varieties of ways you can use to commit the information to memory. For example, create flashcards. Writing flashcards will help you remember, and ask another person to quiz you about the information with your flashcards or notes. Or offer to teach someone about the subject matter.
You can break a snack into several mini-rewards. For example, “For each paragraph I translate, I’ll eat one apple slice.” Thus, if your stomach tells you to get that food again, you’ll have to finish something small first. Parents may be willing to offer rewards as well. If you love your dad’s milkshakes(奶昔), you can strike a deal to get one if you memorize your English expressions by the target time.
A. Create reading cards to teach young children.
B. Find a quiet, comfortable place to study.
C. Consider choosing a reward to motivate (激励) yourself.
D. Use different study techniques to learn the information.
6 . When I started secondary school, aged 11, I found myself in a class with only two children I’d met before.
Spot similarities.
| A．Pay attention |
| B．But I soon got to know everyone |
| C．But I soon failed to remember their names |
| D．It’s always good to connect new information with things you already know |
1. It doesn’t matter so much whether you will come or not.
2. The fact that he had not said anything surprised everybody.
3. How he persuaded the manager to change the plan is interesting to us all.
4. The news that you told me yesterday was really disappointing.
5. He spoke as if he understood what he was talking about.
6. I wonder why she refused my invitation.
7. Could you advise me which book I should read first?
8. Whatever you have picked up,you must give it back to whoever it belongs to.
9. Many people think it possible that a trade war between EU and the States will happen.
10. —I drove to Qingdao to meet my friend last week.
—Is that why you had one day off?
WORKING OUT WHAT YOU WANT TO DO
As an adult, one of the first questions you are asked when meeting someone new is, “What do you do?” This is because your career is a very important part of who you are. The career you have defines your life, and so taking time to think about it is an essential exercise for young people.
The best time to start thinking about possible careers is while you are still at school, before you make any choices about your further education. This, however, is not always easy. Some people know what they want to do from a young age, but many others just have a few ideas bouncing around in their heads.
One of the most effective ways to get some insight on a possible career path is to complete a “career aptitude test”. The results of the test will tell you about your strengths and interests, and some tests also suggest careers that you may be suited to. Having this information will provide you with a better chance of finding a job you like. There are many free tests online, so give one a try. Getting a head start in considering your future career may help you for the rest of your life. You don’t want to look back in years to come and say, “I wish I had thought more about what I really wanted to do.”
There are many different kinds of career aptitude tests. Some ask questions about your personal interests and attitudes. Others focus more on asking you to rate different kinds of work scenarios， like working as a librarian or a lawyer. Of course, while completing these sorts of tests, it is very important to be honest—and don’t worry—there are no right or wrong answers.
| Career Aptitude Test example Page 1 of 10 | |
 How do you feel about the work tasks below? | |
1 | ○○○○○Assemble a chest of drawers |
2 | ○○○○○Drive an ambulance |
3 | ○○○○○Help develop a cure for breast cancer |
4 | ○○○○○Analyse the elements hydrogen and radium |
5 | ○○○○○Design a new range of wrist accessories |
6 | ○○○○○Design clothes for brides and bridegrooms |
7 | ○○○○○Teach children geometry |
8 | ○○○○○Help and advise people in serious debt |
9 | ○○○○○Manage a hair and nail shop |
10 | ○○○○○Provide investment advice |
11 | ○○○○○Check and edit education materials |
12 | ○○○○○Categorise employee profiles |
One popular test asks the participants to grade their preferences for a variety of work tasks. Their answers are then analysed and divided up between six different types of work personalities.The participant is then given a chart showing their score for each type of work personality. The top three scores are used to make a code that indicates the participant’s overall work personality. This code is then used to generate a list of career suggestions.
The career suggestions are also based on your education and experience level, but you can look at higherlevel careers as well, which is very useful for high school students. For example，you could look at the basic careers to see what work you might like now，and then look at the more advanced careers so you know what you may like to aim for in the future. This is a great tool to help plan your career and let you know what targets you need to reach to get there.
In conclusion, career aptitude tests are clearly a very useful tool. However, it is important to remember that they are only meant for guidance.The secret to a good career is finding something that you are passionate about. So try a few tests online and start thinking about your future career right now!
1. What’s the main idea of this text?| A．The answer to the question what you do. |
| B．Career aptitude tests, a useful tool for career suggestions. |
| C．An example of career aptitude tests. |
| D．The best time to start considering possible careers. |
| A. Conclusion B. Problem C. Solution |
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3. Why are you asked a question about your work by a new person?
| A．Because it is a very important question. |
| B．Because he wants to do the same work as yours. |
| C．Because your job is part of your life. |
| D．Because he is interested in your work. |
| A．After you graduate from the college. |
| B．When you are married. |
| C．When you are a college student. |
| D．When you are at school. |
| A．The questions are about your personal interests and attitudes. |
| B．They focus on your work scenarios. |
| C．They will ask questions about being a librarian or a lawyer. |
| D．You are supposed to be honest about your answers. |
| A．College graduates. |
| B．Job hunters. |
| C．Students with excellent grades. |
| D．High school students. |
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(1)The career you have defines your life，and so taking time to think about it is an essential exercise for young people.
(2)You don’t want to look back in years to come and say，“I wish I had thought more about what I really wanted to do.”
(3)The secret to a good career is finding something that you are passionate about.
A FEW SIMPLE FORMS OF ENGLISH POEMS
There are various reasons why people compose poetry. Some poems tell a story or describe a certain image in the reader’s mind. Others try to convey certain feelings such as joy and sorrow. The distinctive characteristics of poetry often include economical use of words, descriptive and vivid language, integrated imagery, literary devices such as similes and metaphors, and arrangement of words, lines, rhymes, and rhythm. Poets use many different forms of poetry to express themselves. Now we will look at a few of the simpler forms.
Some of the first poems a young child learns in English are nursery rhymes. They are usually the traditional poems or folk songs. The language of these rhymes, like Poem A, is to the point but has a storyline. Many children enjoy nursery rhymes because they rhyme, have a strong rhythm, and often repeat the same words. The poems may not make sense and even seem contradictory, but they are easy to learn and recite. By playing with the words in nursery rhymes, children learn about language.
One of the simplest kinds of poem is the “list poem”, which contains a list of things, people, ideas, or descriptions that develop a particular theme. List poems have a flexible line length and repeated phrases which give both a pattern and a rhythm to the poem. Some rhyme 〔like B and C〕, while others do not.
Another simple form of poem that amateurs can easily write is the cinquain, which is made up of five lines. With these, you can convey a strong picture or a certain mood in just a few words. Look at the example 〔D〕.
Haiku is a Japanese form of poetry that consists of 17 syllables. It has a format of three lines, containing 5, 7, and 5 syllables respectively. It is not a traditional form of English poetry, but is very popular with English writers. It is easy to write and, like the cinquain, can give a clear picture and create a special feeling using very few words. The haiku poem 〔E〕 on the right is a translation from Japanese, which shows a moment in the life of a delicate butterfly.
English speakers also enjoy poems from China, those from the Tang Dynasty in particular. A lot of Tang poetry has been translated into English, such as this one〔F〕.
With so many different forms of poetry to choose from, you may eventually want to write poems of your own. Give it a try!
A
Hush, little baby, don’t say a word,
Papa’s gonna buy you a mockingbird.
If that mockingbird won’t sing,
Papa’s gonna buy you a diamond ring.
If that diamond ring turns to brass,
Papa’s gonna buy you a looking glass.
If that looking glass gets broke,
Papa’s gonna buy you a billy goat.
If that billy goat won’t pull,
Papa’s gonna buy you a cart and bull.
B
Mother
Hundreds of stars in the deep blue sky,
Hundreds of shells on the shore together,
Hundreds of birds that go singing by,
Hundreds of bees in the sunny weather,
Hundreds of dewdrops to greet the dawn,
Hundreds of bees in the purple clover
Hundreds of butterflies on the lawn,
But only one mother the world over.
George Cooper
C
LIFE
Life can be good,
Life can be bad,
Life is mostly cheerful,
but sometimes sad
Life can be dreams,
Life can be great thoughts
Life can mean a person,
Sitting in court.
D
Brother
Beautiful, athletic
Teasing, shouting, laughing
Friend and enemy too
Mine
E
A fallen blossom
Is coming back to the branch.
Look, a butterfly!
F
Where she awaits her husband
On and on the river flows.
Never looking back,
Transformed into stone.
Day by day upon the mountain top,
wind and rain revolve.
Should the traveller return,
this stone would utter speech.
Wang Jian
1. What is the passage mainly about?| A．The characteristics and examples of five forms of poems. |
| B．Encourage readers to write their own poems. |
| C．Reasons of people composing poetry. |
| D．Different types of poems. |
| A. It is a list poem which shows the diversity of life. B. It is a description of a lovely brother. C. It is a translation of a Tang poetry, which describes a woman who waited for her beloved husband to come back from a journey. D. It is a nursery rhyme that illustrates a father’s love for his baby. E. It is a list poem expressing the love for his mother. F. It describes how a butterfly rests on a tree. |
Poem B
Poem C
Poem D
Poem E
Poem F
3. Why do poets use different forms of poetry?
| A．They want to express themselves. |
| B．They want to attract more people. |
| C．They want to describe things in more detail. |
| D．They want people to learn from them. |
| A．Most of these poems make sense. |
| B．These poems have weak rhythm. |
| C．They repeat certain words a lot. |
| D．They must be repeated by children. |
| A．A kind of poem with both a pattern and a rhythm. |
| B．A kind of poem which has five lines. |
| C．A kind of poem kids in the nursery like to recite. |
| D．A kind of poem with 17 syllables. |
| A．It is a traditional form of English poetry. |
| B．It is made up of five lines. |
| C．It gives a vague picture of things. |
| D．It is not difficult to write. |
| A．Read more poems. |
| B．Enjoy English poems. |
| C．Write their own poems. |
| D．Translate poems into other languages. |
| A FEW SIMPLE FORMS OF ENGLISH POEMS | Nursery | ·The language is |
| ·have a strong | ||
| List poem | ·contain a list of things, people, | |
| ·have a flexible line length and | ||
| Cinquain | ·made up of | |
| ·convey a strong picture or a certain | ||
| Haiku | ·a | |
| ·consist of 17 | ||
| Tang poem | ·the |
(1) Some of the first poems a young child learns in English are nursery rhymes.
(2) One of the simplest kinds of poem is the “list poem”, which contains a list of things, people, ideas, or descriptions that develop a particular theme.
(3) Another simple form of poem that amateurs can easily write is the cinquain, which is made up of five lines.
(4) Haiku is a Japanese form of poetry that consists of 17 syllables. It has a format of three lines, containing 5, 7, and 5 syllables respectively.
