1 . When I was nine years old, I never dreamed that the small vending machine (自动售货机) I had owned would turn me into a small business owner. Wanting to inspire his daughter’s business sense, my dad brought home a vending machine he had purchased from a friend. Setting it down in front of me in our living room, he asked in all seriousness, “Do you want to start a business?” I said yes.
I owned 15 vending machines by the time I left high school, with all of the profits going toward my college fund. In addition to being a great bonding experience for my family, I couldn’t tell you how many skills I learned from starting and developing my own business that helped me gain responsibility. I learned that not every experience in life led to the comforting encouragement: Well, you were tried. You should face bravely all kinds of difficulties.
Understanding both personal and professional finances is one of the most important life lessons to learn—the earlier, the better. I had to be fearless and confident—learning these skills at a young age saved me from speaking with difficulty through presentations later in life. Truly understanding what you’re selling displays confidence and reliability, as does truly believing in it. Comprehending the ins and outs of your product and business shines through when speaking with clients though rejection (拒绝) happens all the time.
Throughout the unbelievable experience of running my own business in my childhood, I’ve learned valuable skills that help me in my school, job and personal life. I believe in the value of customer service. I go after clients and chances and understand that sometimes things don’t go my way. With the help of my parents and customers who supported me, I grew up as a young entrepreneur with skills to keep for the rest of my life.
1. Why did the author’s dad give her a vending machine?| A．To earn her college fund. | B．To raise her business awareness. |
| C．To complete her class project. | D．To enrich her after-class life. |
| A．It was tough but worthwhile. | B．It was scary but smooth. |
| C．It distanced her from her family. | D．It taught her how to refuse clients. |
| A．Her attitude towards rejection. |
| B．Her understanding of financial problems. |
| C．Her insight into her business experience. |
| D．Her vision of the future vending machines. |
| A．One can succeed without support. |
| B．One is never too old to run the business. |
| C．Customer needs matters most in business. |
| D．Abilities acquired will pay off in the future. |
2 . Never criticize someone until you have walked in a mile in their shoes. During the past 25 years, I’ve often found that the saying has helped me see
Once I was on my way to a party with several
Whether it’s a family member who let me
| A．faults | B．situations | C．complaints | D．evidences |
| A．customers | B．fellows | C．neighbors | D．relatives |
| A．just | B．seldom | C．previously | D．quickly |
| A．refused | B．accepted | C．suspected | D．ignored |
| A．angry | B．strict | C．worried | D．pleased |
| A．Responding to | B．Reflecting on | C．Apart from | D．In terms of |
| A．busy | B．lucky | C．good | D．bad |
| A．afraid | B．aware | C．proud | D．fond |
| A．learned | B．realized | C．determined | D．concluded |
| A．by accident | B．on duty | C．on purpose | D．in return |
| A．out | B．in | C．down | D．off |
| A．judgment | B．dignity | C．balance | D．promise |
| A．honors | B．disturbs | C．guides | D．comforts |
| A．persuade | B．achieve | C．forgive | D．calculate |
| A．habits | B．danger | C．ideas | D．annoyance |
Dear Dad,
Growing up being the farmer’s daughter has been very interesting. It has made life challenging, fun and
I have always had a love for animals. Thank you
Every time I pass a field of corn, I think about how I grew up
I’m proud to have a farmer dad. Although there were some
I Love you,Dad!
4 . A British family was on holiday in a rented motor home in the USA. Traveling through California, they visited the Magic Mountain-Amusement Park. In the mid-afternoon, halfway through what was turning out to be a most enjoyable day at the park, the family came upon a particularly steep ride. In the line, the ride attendants(服务员) strongly warned everyone about the risks of losing hats, glasses, coins and keys, etc., and these warnings were repeated by large signs around the ride. During the ride, their keys’ fate was just as the warnings repeated.
However, the fact was that there were no spare keys. One park attendant drove the family back to the motor home, suggesting the least damaging ways to break into it. Fortunately, a window had been left slightly open, enabling the middle son to be put in and to open the doors from the inside. What was even more fortunate was that the attendant made the engine fire without the key.
The next day the father called a local locksmith(锁匠) to see what could be done. “I might be able to make new keys from the locks if you bring the vehicle to me.” said the locksmith. So the family drove to the locksmith, whose business was in a small shopping centre in the countryside. The locksmith looked at the motor home, and said he would try. In fact, the job took the locksmith most of the day and he put away all his present work. The family hung around the locksmith’s, visited the shops again, and generally spent a day at the little shopping centre.
In the late afternoon the locksmith said that he had nearly done. When the father entered the locksmith’s shop, the locksmith was smiling. He put two new shining keys on the counter. Although the day was not included in their plan, the family really appreciated all the help and kindness they received from the people.
1. What happened to the family in the amusement park?| A．One of the kids fell from the ride. | B．They were hit by a warning sign. |
| C．Their rented vehicle broke down. | D．They encountered the loss of keys. |
| A．He started the vehicle. | B．He found a spare key. |
| C．He opened the car door. | D．He contacted a locksmith. |
| A．It was difficult to make the new keys. | B．The locksmith had a large workplace. |
| C．The family was refused by the locksmith. | D．The family had a happy day in the city. |
| A．Respectful. | B．Humorous. | C．Hard-working. | D．Warm-hearted. |
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1. What happened between the man and David?
| A．They had a friendly chat. | B．They had a fight. | C．They had a quarrel. |
| A．He is feeling bad. | B．He is feeling all right. | C．He is feeling regretful. |
7 . “Be proud of what you do,” my father always told me, “whether you are a boss or a cleaner. ” When I was 15, I got a summer job in a hospital. I was told that my duties would include sweeping floors. I smiled and remembered Dad's words. Even though my job was the lowest, it made me feel excited. I saw it as a challenge because it was my first job. I learned to be on time and tried to do everything well. In return, I was treated with respect by doctors, nurses and patients. Each morning I imagined that the dirty dishes would make patients more sick if I were not there to wash them clean. After breakfast was done, I started sweeping the floors of all patient rooms and cleaning the toilets. Though I was tired, I wanted the job to be done well. Hearing people say “That young boy really does a good job”, I was filled with pride.
Working in the hospital taught me that being proud of one's job is important. It does not matter whether the job is sweeping floors or managing a large business. Through every job I have ever had, my father's words have always stayed with me. I was a good cleaner, and now I'm a good manager. I think Dad would be proud of me all the time.
1. The writer's first job was a ________.| A．boss | B．cleaner | C．manager | D．doctor |
| A．Washing dishes. | B．Cleaning toilets. |
| C．Looking after patients. | D．Sweeping the floor. |
| A．Angry. | B．Disappointed. | C．Proud. | D．Doubtful. |
| A．the writer's father always stayed with him |
| B．the father didn't like the writer's first job |
| C．the writer wasn't proud of his first job |
| D．the father's words are helpful for his future jobs. |
1. Where is the man?
| A．At a tailor’s. |
| B．At a jewellery shop. |
| C．At a department store. |
| A．He has trouble choosing a present. |
| B．He cannot afford a handbag. |
| C．He has no money with him. |
| A．She is good at designing. |
| B．She is interested in sewing. |
| C．She is eager for a present. |
| A．A nice dress. | B．A fine handbag. | C．Some cloth. |
1. What can we know about the man?
| A．He feels homesick. | B．He’ll have dinner alone. | C．His favorite food is dumplings. |
| A．Send flowers to his family. |
| B．Have dinner with the woman. |
| C．Make dumplings for the woman. |
10 . Love your parents
Even if you think that your parents are mean-spirited at times, loving your parents is a normal and fulfilling （满意的）part of life. You love them for the fact that they created you, raised you, and are in part a source of who you are. Here are some ways to love your parents.
Respect them more and cherish（珍惜）these moments. You can use these moments to learn from them when you're off on your own. It's OK to get angry but angry actions don't help you or your parents. Act calmly, cool off, journal about your feelings, or talk to a friend.
Obey their requests. It will make your attitude better and earn you more respect from them. It may seem like you are going through hell when you don't get what you want or you have to clean. However, you had better remember they keep a roof over your head when it's cold, raining, snowing, or too hot. Understand that parents are human beings and make mistakes.
Keep company with them. Do things with your parents like watching TV, or go somewhere with them.
Some people simply may not be able to love their parents. .
| A．There can be realistic reasons for this, family violence for example. |
| B．Anyway, spend as much time with them as you can. |
| C．Tell them you love them every morning. |
| D．Forgiveness is the key. |
| E．Parents will turn express their love to you. |
| F．After this, share your feelings with your parents. |
| G．Please remember parents are as important as friends. |
