1 . Deanna Jump made headlines when it was announced she’d brought in a million dollars selling her lesson plans online. Despite the windfall, Jump, has no plans to quit the work she considers her calling. She spoke with us about her secrets for creating units that kids and fellow teachers can’t resist.

How did you get the idea of selling your work online?

Deanna Jump: I’ve always created my own activities and units, and I’ve always shared them with my fellow teachers. A few years ago, one of my team members said, “Your stuff is so good. You’ve got to put it on Teachers Pay Teachers.” I got started. The first year, my sales were really slow with about $300. But I thought that was great.

How has the income changed your life?

DJ: Teachers in America don’t make a lot of money, so I really consider it a blessing. I have a brother who’s a quadriplegic (四肢瘫痪的人). For about 13 years, he was stuck at home unless he had a doctor’s appointment. With my first big check, we bought a van so our mother could take him around. I also give some to my community. But I still drive a Kia. I still live in the same house.

What advice would you give fellow teachers who might want to sell their lessons?

DJ: Stay true to yourself. My teaching style is reflected in my units. I don’t try to say, “Okay, how would this teacher over here do it?” and try to create something for her. Also, be a teacher first, and a seller second. Be careful to make sure that you don’t say, “Oh, my goodness, I haven’t put anything out for two months. I need to get something out.” I never think like that. I create things with my students in mind.

1. Deanna Jump’s lesson plans ______.

A．brought her great fame	B．were put online by her colleague
C．sold well as soon as they were put online	D．were created with the help of her colleagues

2. Deanna Jump will probably share her lesson plan if ______.

A．other teachers are in need of it	B．it’s successful in her classroom
C．it’s expected to be a good seller	D．she adopts a new teaching style

3. What’s the purpose of the text?

A．To tell how to create lesson plans.	B．To discuss Deanna Jump’s teaching style.
C．To show the secret for being a great teacher.	D．To offer more information about a million-dollar teacher.

2 . I wanted to buy something today — until I figured out the cost versus the benefit. At that point I knew it was a completely stupid idea.

What I wanted to buy was an older car to have in addition to my four-year-old Smart Car that I absolutely like. So you wonder, why would I want to have another car as well? The reason is ... grandkids. I have several and in the Smart Car I can only have one passenger (It’s a two-seater). Besides, one of my daughters-in-law does not trust the Smart Car as a vehicle for her daughter Lily to ride in, so that’s one little girl I can’t take anywhere at all. My husband also has a car -- and a truck.

So that’s why I had the stupid idea to buy an old Toyota I found on the lot of an honest used car salesman. Thank heavens I came to my senses before I spent $ 8000 to buy it, $ 80 or so to license it and probably $ 500 to insure it for a year. It would be senseless to buy that car.

My grandkids just have to continue to come with me one by one. I can’t take two girls out to lunch or two girls shopping or pick up the brother and sister that live in the same house. As for the little one that’s not allowed to ride with me ... well, Grandpa will have to pick her up. As for me, I didn’t get money in my savings account by being totally stupid. Sure, doing things with the kids is fun, but spending that kind of money to put two or more of them in a group — which would probably drive me crazy anyway — is really dumb. Sometimes temptation can prove that you still have a little sense.

1. The author’s little grandkid Lily ______.

A．refused to stay with her

B．was not allowed to take her car

C．was always picked up by her husband

D．thought it was dangerous to drive a Smart Car

2. The author gave up the idea of buying the Toyota because ______.

A．it was a used car

B．she couldn’t afford it

C．there was no need for it

D．the salesman was unreliable

3. The underlined word “dumb” in the last paragraph can best be replaced by ______.

A．difficult

B．stupid

C．reasonable

D．amazing

4. Which of the following proverbs best describes the text?

A．Look before you leap.

B．Better late than never.

C．Don’t judge a book by its cover.

D．Every advantage has its disadvantage.

3 . As I grew up, I always had my mom by my side. We lived a very ________ life. I never looked at the other kids and ________ why I didn’t have a dad, or why I lived in an apartment instead of a big house. Most of what I ________ was our little Christmas tree in the living room and going to the park very often.

________, when I hit my teenage years, things started to change. I didn’t want to ________ with her as much. I ________ on friends and school. I ________ her out because I didn’t want her to tell me what to do.

At about 16, I ________ an eating disorder. And I felt sad and lost. Soon, I found the reason why I was ________ — I needed my mother. And she was there ________ my mean words, my silence, and my anger. She told me she was ________ there for me, reminding me to relax for a moment and think. I did. And I ________ when the world is sometimes cruel, she will be there for me all the time.

After that day, everything changed. I looked at how she ________ me on her own as a single mom. I looked at the sacrifices and ________ of sleep she endured for me. She got herself through college without ________ by making money by herself, and is now ________ with her own apartment and ________. I honestly could not be more grateful for such a(n) ________ mom. Now, as a 17-year-old ready to leave for college, it’s my turn to ________ her. I thought the least I could do was to get her to go on some dates. I ________ her in every way, and she does the same.

1.

A．happy

B．hard

C．different

D．lonely

2.

A．answered

B．proved

C．wondered

D．explained

3.

A．expect

B．hate

C．remember

D．achieve

4.

A．Therefore

B．However

C．Besides

D．Otherwise

5.

A．make up

B．come up

C．get along

D．hang out

6.

A．depended

B．focused

C．called

D．agreed

7.

A．helped

B．shut

C．picked

D．pulled

8.

A．controlled

B．prevented

C．developed

D．treated

9.

A．tired

B．upset

C．strange

D．bored

10.

A．in spite of

B．for fear of

C．in addition to

D．because of

11.

A．never

B．sometimes

C．always

D．hardly

12.

A．imagined

B．doubted

C．wished

D．realized

13.

A．praised

B．disappointed

C．raised

D．trusted

14.

A．lack

B．needs

C．favor

D．effects

15.

A．encouragement

B．permission

C．love

D．aid

16.

A．cheerful

B．successful

C．respectful

D．meaningful

17.

A．life

B．relationship

C．marriage

D．friendship

18.

A．young

B．honest

C．funny

D．amazing

19.

A．take care of

B．stay away from

C．take the place of

D．pay attention to

20.

A．teach

B．observe

C．check

D．support

4 . 阅读短文，并根据短文内容回答问题。

Rembrandt Harmenszoon was born in the Netherlands in the city of Leiden. There were six children in his family. His parents wanted him to get a good education and provided opportunities for him to study with successful painters. Among them was the famous painter, Pieter Lastman in Amsterdam.

Rembrandt was very talented and studied with Lastman for six months and then moved back to Leiden and began to teach other artists even though he was only 22 years old.

Sometimes he used members of his family as models. His father was the subject of Bearded Man in Furred Oriental Cape and Robe. His son Titus is seen in Titus at His Desk, and Prodigal Son in the Tavern features Rembrandt and his wife Saskia.

One of his most famous paintings is Nightwatch which shows a group of men in their military uniforms. A war had recently ended in the country and the men were dressed up for a military practice. Nightwatch was a controversial(有争议的) piece. Some of the people in the painting were not pleased with the results because they did not have a prominent(突出的) place in the picture. When Rembrandt painted it, the colors were bright, but it became clouded with smoke and dirt and eventually became known as Nightwatch. In this painting we see Rembrandt’s use of light and shadow which makes his work so distinctive.

This great Dutch artist was very productive and popular with people. He enjoyed painting   pictures of Bible characters and scenes of Bible stories. During his lifetime he produced over 600   paintings. You can see his paintings in museums and galleries all over the world today.

1. When did Rembrandt begin to teach other artists? (no more than 8 words)
_________________________________________________________________________________________
2. Who in Rembrandt’s family appeared in his paintings according to Paragraph 3? (no more than 10 words)
_________________________________________________________________________________________
3. What makes Rembrandt’s work Nightwatch very distinctive? (no more than 10 words)
_________________________________________________________________________________________
4. What does the author want to tell us about Rembrandt in the last paragraph? (no more than 7 words)
_________________________________________________________________________________________
5. What are you interested in? And why? (no more than 20 words)
_________________________________________________________________________________________

5 . After his ______ adventure, Mac felt relieved when he reached home safe and sound.

A．visual

B．identical

C．motivated

D．terrifying

6 . You ought to carry on with your dream,______ facing a lot of difficulty.

A．as if

B．in case of

C．so long as

D．even if

7 . It’s a fact that most children have an ______ for learning, which is a treasure.

A．welfare

B．capsule

C．appetite

D．melody

8 . I need to find some proper ways to ______ the stress in my life.

A．compare with

B．consist of

C．back down

D．cope with

9 . English in Action

Kingswood Camps leads the way in integrated (综合的) language and activity camps. Set in holiday locations that UK young people love to visit, all our camps combine quality English teaching with an action-packed programme of sports and activities.

Through mini projects using research and thinking skills, we aim to build confidence and develop the language skills needed in real-life situations.

The programme is filled with fun, excitement and activities. You never have time to be bored at Kingswood Camps!

Our activities are great chances for international students to make new friends from Britain and around the world. You can speak English all day while you swim, surf, go climbing or horse riding.

Our teachers are hand-picked for their teaching ability and friendly, outgoing personalities. They always take the time to explain things carefully and to bring the language to life. Whether you are at beginner level or already quite fluent, the daily English lessons help you to understand the kind of practical language that is used in everyday situations.

Experience even more by upgrading (升级) your stay with a Specialist Holiday. Pick a favourite hobby or try something completely new and spend a minimum of 15 hours a week focusing on your chosen activity, sharing your hobby with like-minded friends. Choose from Surf Schools, Water Sports, Football Academy, and Dance.

From trips to historic cities and the bright lights of London, to famous museums and a spot of shopping, we have exciting short journeys covered. One full day and one half day short journeys are included in your programme.

Whether you are travelling al one or in a group, you can choose to be met or arrival in the UK. We will then transport you safely to your camp.

1. What is special about Kingswood Camps?

A．It is the world's leading indoor camp.

B．It aims to help children know the UK.

C．It offers educational and exciting activities.

D．It requires students to speak perfect English.

2. Who is the target group of Kingswood Camps?

A．UK young people.

B．International students.

C．New friends.

D．Teachers.

3. What's Paragraph 5 mainly about?

A．What Kingswood Camps' aim is.

B．What activities Kingswood Camps has.

C．What the teachers and lessons are like.

D．How you can get to your camp.

4. What can you do at a Specialist Holiday?

A．Get language training.

B．Enjoy your favourite hobby.

C．Develop your teaching ability.

D．Make a journey to historic cities.

5. What is the purpose of this text?

A．To introduce a camp.

B．To invite people to visit Britain.

C．To advertise several trips to London.

D．To present interesting activities in the UK.

10 . Tom’s mother didn’t know _______ Tom was working on with the door closed in his bedroom for two days.

A．that

B．what

C．why

D．how