It was a Friday afternoon in November. After school, while all other students left the classroom and headed towards home, Mike stayed to go over what he had learned that day. About twenty minutes later, he took out his schoolbag, and decided to return home.
He looked out of the window and found it was going to rain soon. The wind was blowing violently, and the dark clouds were gathering. Luckily, Mike brought an umbrella to school that morning. Carrying his schoolbag and the umbrella, Mike walked out of the classroom in a hurry. His home was more than three kilometers away. Being afraid of the heavy rain, Mike quickened his steps. After Mike had just walked for dozens of meters, it began to thunder and rain lightly. Mike put up his umbrella to prevent himself from getting wet. He didn't want to get sick because of the cold rain. All of the passers-by alongside the road quickened their steps, and the air was filled with people's anxiety. When Mike walked for about eight minutes, he saw a black car that was not far away slowly pulling up beside the road. A middle-aged driver stepped out of the car and appeared anxious. He checked one of the car's tyres (轮胎),finding his car couldn't move on unless the tyre was repaired. He then brought out some tools from the back of his car and bent down to fix the tyre. It began to rain heavily. But the man didn't return to his car. Instead, he continued to fix his car. He was alone, without an umbrella over his head. The drops of the rain coldly hit the trees' leaves, the ground, and also the man. The raindrops soon left big marks on his gray coat. Seeing that, Mike somehow felt quite sorry for the man. He couldn't help thinking, “If my father is trapped in such a situation, how upset he'll be! And how strongly he may wish that some kind person could help him!”
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Thinking of that, Mike ran to the man, without hesitation.
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Before long, Mike's shoulder got wet due to the rain.
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Albert Einstein, perhaps the greatest scientist in modern physics, is often considered as one of
Einstein was born in Germany on 14 March 1879. He
Although Einstein was a genius, he sometimes, forgot things. He was loved by his friends and neighbors for his humor. He even made friends with a little girl,
In 1955, Einstein passed
3 . Sinks and mirrors in bathrooms can easily become dirty.
If the toothpaste has been sitting there for a while, first try to remove it with a paper towel. You can then apply your favorite bathroom cleaning supplies, Windex, or other glass and surface cleaners.
Once you have applied a solution (溶液),allow it to sit for a few minutes so that the deposits (沉积物) can be softened.
For very stubborn spots, first, try cleaning the area with a cotton swab (棉签). You’11 need to use some strength .If the cotton swab technique doesn't work, you can scrape (刮擦) the area with a plastic tool, such as a plastic paint scraper. But the surface of mirrors and sinks can easily get damaged by hard things.
A.Consider using other cleaning supplies. |
B.But don't mix cleaning supplies. |
C.Then wash them away thoroughly. |
D.First, try to wash it away using water. |
E.So take care not to scratch the surface. |
F.One cause is related to activities of brushing teeth. |
G.The best tip on removing toothpaste is to clean it immediately. |
4 . My Olympic dream began a few years after I started ski jumping. The Sochi Games are the first time women ski jumpers are
Five months before the Games, an unimaginable amount of
To my
The road to my full
A.convinced | B.allowed | C.forced | D.attracted |
A.place | B.model | C.bet | D.advertisement |
A.interest | B.excitement | C.pain | D.expectation |
A.seized | B.helped | C.comforted | D.amused |
A.fear | B.anger | C.disappointment | D.surprise |
A.difficult | B.possible | C.important | D.necessary |
A.unless | B.though | C.if | D.since |
A.test | B.refuse | C.stop | D.blame |
A.competition | B.challenge | C.speed | D.recovery |
A.control | B.explain | C.ignore | D.accept |
A.owe | B.devote | C.admit | D.commend |
A.waited for | B.cut down | C.put in | D.brought in |
A.unsure | B.hopeful | C.crazy | D.curious |
A.degree | B.chance | C.value | D.choice |
A.Constantly | B.Occasionally | C.Definitely | D.Fortunately |
5 . Susan Murabana’s travelling telescope began with a simple revelation(被暴露的真相):We all have access to the sky. We all see the same moon. At the same time, she knew that access wasn't created equal. Telescopes have been around for 400 years, but most children in Kenya had never looked through one. She thought she could change that.
In 2014, she and her partner Mr. Owen bought a telescope and started showing kids around Kenya what the stars looked like up close. Today, their Travelling Telescope program has reached 200,000 kids. It teaches kids about space and rockets online, offering workshops on 3D modeling and astronomy to local schoolchildren. “It's never been about these kids becoming astronomers,” Mrs. Murabana says. “I believe astronomy is an opportunity for kids to spread interest in other fields of science such as engineering and math, and that it is only through science that we can understand the world we live in.”
Growing up in Nairobi, Mrs.Murabana never saw astronomy as a possible career path-or even a potential hobby. “I always loved math and science, but I wasn't exposed to astronomy,” she says. She studied economics in college, and then worked in marketing. But when she volunteered in science outreach programs where she met Owen, she saw the way astronomy seemed to make kids from all walks of life light up. Soon, she began teaching kids about space through programs like Hands-On Universe, and completing a master' s degree in astronomy herself.
At Hillcrest International Schools in Nairobi, preparatory head teacher Surbhi Vashisht says the telescope has hit it big among her students, 170 of whom have participated in Travelling Telescope workshops: looking at the stars, building rockets, and virtually exploring the landscape of Mars. “The children enjoy a lot in the sessions,” she writes in an email.
1. What's the purpose of Mrs. Murabana's Travelling Telescope program?A.To promote the development of astronomy in her country. |
B.To make telescopes affordable to most schools in Kenya. |
C.To inspire kids to be astronomers in the future. |
D.To open the door to science for kids. |
A.Her experience as a volunteer. |
B.The unsatisfying education in Africa. |
C.The love and support from Mr. Owen. |
D.Her completing a master's degree in astronomy. |
A.Gained favor. | B.Become mysterious. |
C.Caused a big concern. | D.Been of limited value. |
A.An effort to create astronomy enthusiasts. |
B.A plan to improve the study of astronomy. |
C.A way to bring about equality in education. |
D.An educational program bringing stars to children. |
6 . Lise Meitner was born in Vienna, Austria on November 7, 1878.She was the third child of eight children in the family. Her father Philipp, who was a lawyer, hired personal teachers to teach the children,and she learned mathematics very well. Music was important to the family, and all the children learned to play the piano. The Meitner children were taught to listen to their parents, but to think for themselves.
When Lise Meitner finished school at the age of 14, she could not go to college for higher education, as were all girls in Austria. But, inspired by the discovery of Henri Becquerel, she was determined to study radioactivity(放射性).
When she turned 21, women were finally allowed into Austrian universities. Meitner was admitted into the University of Vienna; there she was excellent at math and physics and earned her doctor’s degree in 1906.She wrote to Marie Curie, but there was no room for her in the Paris lab, so Meitner made her way to Berlin. There she worked with Otto Hahn, but as an Austrian Jewish woman, she was excluded from the main labs and allowed to work only in the basement.
In 1912, the pair moved to a new university and Meitner had better lab equipment. Though Meitner was forced to escape Nazi Germany in 1938, they continued to cowork. Meitner continued her work in Sweden and later they found the phenomenon “nuclear fission(核裂变)”. The discovery, which finally led to the atomic bomb, won Hahn the Nobel Prize in 1944. Meitner, ignored by the Nobel committee(委员会), refused to return to Germany after the war and continued her atomic research in Stockholm into her80s.
1. What can we learn about Lise Meitner’s childhood?A.She received a poor education. |
B.She often went against her parents. |
C.She did well in math. |
D.She lived a hard life with her family. |
A.She wasn’t interested in college. |
B.Girls in Austria were not permitted. |
C.Her family couldn’t afford the school fees. |
D.She wanted to study radioactivity by herself. |
A.She should find a better partner than Otto Hahn. |
B.She made the wrong college choice. |
C.She should have kept her identity a secret. |
D.She was unfairly treated when working in Berlin. |
A.Positive. | B.Unclear. |
C.Annoyed. | D.Indifferent. |
7 . New Mexico claims 465 miles of Route 66's Chicago to Los Angeles journey. There are numerous attractive places. Here are four of them.
Gallup Trading Center
ADDRESS: 223 W Historic Highway 66, Gallup, NM 87301-6321
PHONE:+1 505-722-4762
Sitting on the edge of the Navajo Nation, Gallup is a center for Native American art, including Richardson Trading Co. where Navajo textiles(纺织品)pile in a room devoted to one of the nation's many art forms. Silver jewelry(珠宝) line glass decorates every wall, including the delicate designs Zuni artists have mastered. It's a perfect place to purchase a souvenir to remember a Route 66 road trip through New Mexico.
Blue Swallow Motel
ADDRESS:815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucumcari, NM 88401
PHONE:+1 575-461-9849
Road trippers can put up at several hotels preserved from decades ago in Tucumcari, including the Blue Swallow Motel. The hotel dates back to 1939 and continues to be family-owned and operated today. Inside, the rooms have decorations from the peaceful days of American road trips, for example rolling phones. The most desiring suite is named after the long-time owner Lillian Redman.
Route 66 Auto Museum
ADDRESS: 2436 U.S. Rte 66, Santa Rosa, NM 88435
PHONE:+1 575-472-1966
The museum run by a couple is a must-visit for its collection of classic and old-fashioned cars. The owner has been in the vehicle restoration business for 40 years, so the small museum has a variety of luxury cars. The warehouse-like space is also listed in Route 66 memorabilia, including gas station signs and pumps.
Route 66 Diner
ADDRESS:1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4801
PHONE:+1 505-247-1421
Route 66 Diner is a traditional soda fountain that serves hamburgers, drinks, and malts on the edge of Nob Hill. A wall here is covered with classic road signs and is a must-have Instagram photo for many visitors.
1. What can people do in Gallup Trading Center?A.Meet some Zuni artists. |
B.Buy some materials to make clothes. |
C.Appreciate some traditional art forms. |
D.Get a piece of small jewelry as a souvenir. |
A.Both are richly decorated. |
B.Both provide refueling service. |
C.Both are family-owned businesses. |
D.Both have a history of about 40 years. |
A.223 W Historic Highway 66, Gallup,NM 87301-6321. |
B.1405 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4801. |
C.815 E Rte 66 Blvd, Tucum cari, NM 88401. |
D.2436 U.S. Rte 66,SantaRosa,NM 88435. |
Years ago, in a small fishing village in Holland, a young boy taught the world about the rewards of unselfish service.
Because the entire village lived on fishing, a volunteer rescue team was needed in case of emergency. One night, the winds screaming, a fishing boat was turned over by a strong storm at sea.The crew(全体船 员) in trouble sent out the S.O.S signals.The captain of the rescue rowboat team sounded the alarm(警报) and the villagers gathered in the town square overlooking the sea.When the team got on their rescue boat and fought their way through the wild waves, the villagers waited nervously on the beach, holding lamps(灯) to light the way back.
An hour later, the rescue boat reappeared through the fog( 雾 ) and the cheering villagers ran to greet them.Falling exhausted(精疲力竭的) on the sand, the volunteers reported that the rescue boat could not hold any more passengers and they had to leave one man behind .Even one more passenger would have surely overturned the rescue boat and all the people on board would have been lost.
Anxiously, the captain called for another volunteer team to look for the survivor .Sixteen-year-old Hans stepped forward . His mother held his arm, crying, “please don't go . Your father died in a shipwreck(船只失事)10 years ago and your elder brother, Paul, has been lost at sea for three weeks.Hans, you are all I have left.”
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Hans replied, “Mother, I have to go.
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After what seemed a century, the rescue boat finally broke through the thick fog, with Hans standing in the bow(船头), waving to the waiting crowds.
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9 . Considered a symbol( 象征) of ancient Chinese
No one can tell for sure when the building of the Great Wall was
Today the Great Wall has become a
A.organization | B.civilization | C.destinations | D.graduation |
A.wonders | B.sources | C.paths | D.honors |
A.wall | B.cock | C.dragon | D.panda |
A.under | B.before | C.about | D.through |
A.height | B.width | C.length | D.depth |
A.registered | B.designed | C.applied | D.started |
A.protect | B.debate | C.frighten | D.compete |
A.city | B.empire | C.castle | D.system |
A.cleaned | B.signed | C.made | D.joined |
A.goal | B.type | C.role | D.power |
A.challenging | B.amazing | C.confusing | D.outgoing |
A.heart | B.mistake | C.hand | D.foot |
A.transported | B.buried | C.attracted | D.delivered |
A.traps | B.shelters | C.failure | D.ruins |
A.must-see | B.must-do | C.must- have | D.must-read |
The Chinese film “The Battle(战役) at Lake Changjin” tells the story of the Chinese People's Volunteer Army taking part
In the movie, the Chinese army men fought
It is reported