1 . Choosing a college is about more than the name on the diploma (文凭) . Where students go to school touches many aspects of their lives, from academic studies to social activities and beyond. Considering the importance of this decision, prospective students should think carefully about their options. Follow these steps to help you make a college decision.
Develop your short list.A lot of thought should go into developing a short list of schools you would like to attend. Brennan Barnard and Rick Clark, authors of “The Truth About College Admission: A Family Guide to Getting In and Staying Together,” urge students to think about location, enrollment size (招生规模) , majors and programs, the people on campus, opportunities outside of the classroom, cost and selectivity when crafting a list.
Revisit schools.Once applications are in, it's time to think hard about where you want to attend, which may lead another visit. While you should have gotten a feel for campus life during initial college tours, take another trip to each school and come up with a list of 10 to 15 detailed questions, says Bob Roth, author of several books on college success. Know what to ask on a college visit, and don't leave with any questions unanswered. Meeting with current students is another way to measure campus culture, as they can provide insight about social activities and classroom experiences for certain majors. But taking a campus tour can be expensive, considering travel costs. If a return trip is out of the question, take a second look at the campus via a virtual tour and reach out to college officials or students with any follow-up questions.
Compare financial aid awards.If you're looking to graduate from college with little or no debt, carefully compare financial aid packages. It's wise to look beyond the tuition and see what additional costs apply, like housing and meal plans. Understand the difference between free money-such as grants (补助金) and scholarships —and loans, which you'll have to pay back eventually. Some colleges offer generous financial aid packages meeting full financial need, meaning those students are not required to take out loans.
Communicate with family.Many parents have fond memories of their college campus and want their children to share that same experience. But what was the best fit for a parent, may not be the best fit for the student. Create an open dialogue during the decision-making process. Give your parents reasons as to why you want to attend a particular college, like an interest in a specific academic program or study abroad opportunity.
1. What can we learn from Paragraph 2?| A．The list of colleges you would like to attend should be as short as possible. |
| B．There are many factors to consider before choosing a college. |
| C．You should list as many schools as possible before choosing a college. |
| D．The most important thing to consider when choosing a college is the location. |
| A．Because a virtual tour to the campus is always less convenient than a physical visit. |
| B．Because it is good to get to know more current students before school starts. |
| C．Because the cost of taking a campus tour is not as expensive as you think. |
| D．Because you need to know more about these schools before making a final decision. |
| A．You don't need to worry about the cost of rent and food. |
| B．You need to know what money you need to pay back and what you don't. |
| C．All you need to consider when choosing a college is the cost of tuition. |
| D．It's unwise to choose a college whose financial aid package covers all financial needs. |
| A．They have had an investment in the college. | B．They had met very good professors at that college. |
| C．The college has a beautiful view. | D．The college has friendly staff. |
| A．To draw student's attention to college life. | B．To help students find the right college. |
| C．To provide students with access to college. | D．To share his experience on selecting college. |
| A．would | B．may | C．must | D．should |
| A．domestic | B．normal | C．common | D．average |
| A．digested | B．blocked | C．conducted | D．narrowed |
—_________? I’ve never delayed work.
| A．So what | B．Why not | C．What for | D．Why me |
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Milan-based company Krill Design is changing the way we think about waste by creating furniture products from a plastic-like biomaterial named Rekrill. The special material is biodegradable, and can be used repeatedly.
Founded in 2018, Krill uses fruit skin, orange seeds and coffee grounds collected from businesses in Italy to create their unique designs, including bookends, clocks, bowls, and lamps. Each product is made through a four-step process. “There are a lot of companies that create designs, and we want to be different,” says MarcoDi Maio, director of operations at Krill.
Krill has worked together with some well-known brands and has also joined in a Co. ffee Era project with the government of Milan to reduce coffee waste produced in three of the city's neighborhoods. Krill has made products that match the color of food waste. For example, bright orange products are from orange skin and rich dark brown products are from coffee grounds.
Rekrill is as strong as wood and breaks down safely unless it's touched by water or acidity. It is also safe for fish to eat. But despite its eco-friendly benefits, Rekrill is more expensive than common plastic due to its complex production process. However, Krill hopes that as awareness of the environmental impact of plastics grows, Rekrill will be more widely used. Krill is exploring the use of other food waste, such as eggshells and leftover tomatoes and grapes, aiming to make its production process more efficient and cost-effective.
The company believes Rekrill is the material of the future. Every small step they take toward a sustainable world contributes to a more recyclable economy and inspires others to follow suit.
1. How does the company Krill Design change the way people think about waste? (no more than 10 words)2. How many steps does each product need before it is made? (no more than 2 words)
3. What is the disadvantage of Rekrill compared with common plastic? (no more than 5 words)
4. What does the underlined word in paragraph 1 mean? (no more than 1 word)
5. What do you think of Rekrill and explain? (no more than 20 words)
8 . It’s not uncommon in America for a person to belong to some kind of volunteer group. Donating one’s time and services is very much a part of the American way of life. Most charitable activities are organized by churches and groups around the nation and even encouraged by the government. The helping hand is extended to the poor, the homeless and the disabled. Some people work to teach youngsters how to read. Others open up soup kitchens to feed the homeless. Volunteers also take care of the disabled by making reading tapes for the blind and working in orphanages (孤儿院) to help children without parents.
High school students are often encouraged to become volunteers and many school club activities center around volunteer services. Students may work with disabled children during a summer program, or participate in a club activity which helps to bring meal to senior citizens who are shut-ins. With their sense of idealism students are often eager to donate their spare time. They see such activities as a way of becoming involved in the community and the adult-world. Social action for them becomes as important as their academic studies.
In a like manner, throughout the year, fund raising drives are also conducted by schools and community groups to raise money for a worthy cause. They may respond to a recent earthquake in a foreign country, a flood somewhere within their own, or another natural disaster which has left people destitute and homeless. They may organize drives to collect food, clothing and medicines to serve an immediate need. Today even the Halloween custom of ‘trick or treat’ has become an occasion to collect money for a charitable cause.
The motive to help those less fortunate comes from the poor origins of the American nation. Those immigrants who were poor and downtrodden (受压迫的) became dependent on the kindness of their neighbors to make a new life for themselves.
American volunteers work throughout the world in less developed countries. They volunteer by serving as a champion of goodwill both at home and abroad, which no doubt enriches both his life and those whom he serves.
1. Which of the following charitable activities is NOT mentioned in the passage?| A．Some people open up soup kitchens to feed homeless people. |
| B．Some students bring meals to old people who can’t go out easily. |
| C．Some people collect money to help a foreign country with a recent earthquake. |
| D．Some students donate books to children in mountainous areas. |
| A．Because they want to participate in some social activities. |
| B．Because they want to go to better universities. |
| C．Because they can get higher scores at school. |
| D．Because they can realize their dream sooner. |
| A．lifeless | B．penniless | C．useless | D．valueless |
| A．Americans are always ready to share with others |
| B．Americans are mostly kind |
| C．poor immigrants needed help to make a new life |
| D．poor Americans couldn’t live on without help |
| A．The Call from the Poor | B．Voluntary Work in the US |
| C．Ways to Help the Poor | D．American Volunteers around the World |
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She said she had worked very hard but still had zero
I remembered what had
On my way to work the next morning, I learned that the competition had been
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| A．market | B．college | C．company | D．hospital |
| A．stressed | B．ambitious | C．curious | D．particular |
| A．answer | B．reward | C．excuse | D．course |
| A．confidence | B．friend | C．fault | D．expression |
| A．learn | B．change | C．continue | D．love |
| A．overlook | B．imagine | C．decide | D．promise |
| A．quarrel | B．contract | C．judgment | D．conversation |
| A．give up | B．believe in | C．figure out | D．agree with |
| A．happened | B．continued | C．followed | D．stopped |
| A．game | B．play | C．film | D．performance |
| A．remaining | B．left | C．last | D．won |
| A．commanded | B．memorized | C．insisted | D．commented |
| A．far from | B．in need of | C．in view of | D．due to |
| A．ate | B．arrived | C．left | D．moved |
| A．defeated | B．enjoyed | C．wasted | D．missed |
| A．conflict | B．story | C．blueprint | D．response |
| A．started | B．stopped | C．parked | D．loaded |
| A．Keep | B．Delay | C．Admit | D．Avoid |
| A．nervous | B．depressed | C．frightened | D．surprised |
| A．Constantly | B．Frequently | C．Eventually | D．Regularly |
—____________. I'm hoping for another one.
| A．Don't bother | B．You are kidding me |
| C．That's it | D．No wonder |
