1 . Don’t get me wrong-I love my parents very much. I know they love me too and would do anything to help me but sometimes they can be really embarrassing. Dad wanting to pick me up from school, Mum getting overexcited when she watches me playing football for the school team.
Choose the behaviour you find most embarrassing
When you’ve decided which issues you want to talk about, keep a diary of all the times your mum or dad do the things that embarrass you most. When, where and how you felt - make a note of all these things. They’ll help you put your case across.
Have a family meeting
It’s time for a little face-to-face chat.The chances are that even if your parents are aware of doing these things, they prob-ably don’t realize how embarrassing they are. Keep calm.
Try and be more understanding
Hopefully your parents will listen and be willing to change their ways, especially if you say you’re happy to change too. Of course, sometimes they might not. Re-member that they once had their own embarrassing parents, and the chances are many of us will be embarrassing parents ourselves one day.
| A．Discuss the issues |
| B．Collect the evidence |
| C．And I know it’s not just me |
| D．Let them know how you feel and why |
| E．Maybe we shouldn’t be too hard on them |
| F．Write down the things that you feel happy |
| G．Write a list of all the things you find embarrassing |
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Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
It was eight o’clock on a cold spring night. Our apartment was full of the artwork of an energeic five-year-old. The house was in a mess.
I was so tired that night. I had depended on a walking stick to go anywhere for seven weeks, recovering from an operation, and I couldn’t find a way to cheer myself up.
The phone rang - for the sixth time in less than an hour. I knew who it was. My mother had been suffering from dementia (痴呆). Though we visited her every few days, she believed that her daughters had not visited in months. She thought that her friend Jimmy never wanted to see her again, but he called her and visited weekly.
She had no idea that she had repeated the things she was about to say a million times today and a million times the day before. She had no idea that I had an operation, nor could she remember her own grandaughter’s name. She forgot most of her own past and she drifted in the present. Also, she was lonely.
This time I cast my anger at the easiest target: my mother, the very victim of this chance horror. “Mom!” I shouted. “We visited two days ago! You have to believe me, and even if you don’t, I cannot talk anymore! Everything is fine!”
Silence. Then: “I was only calling to say hi. Why are you shouting?!” she continued. “Do you have a minute?”
“No, Mom, I don’t. I can’t stand this!”
I sat on the couch, defeated. I was suddenly aware of all that my daughter was watching me shouting at my mother and losing my patience. I have failed at being a good example to my daughter.
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My daughter approached me, saying, “Can I talk to Grandma Ellie?”
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After many kissing noises, they eventually hung up.
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4 . Jan Tchamani, an English teacher in Birmingham, UK, suddenly developed a serious illness and had to quit her job. At age 50, she found herself out of work and stuck (被困住) at home with only her computer to keep her company. After a while, she discovered that surfing the Internet could help her feel less lonely and bored. She could listen to music, watch films, play games, and explore the world. She also joined an online group where she could talk about her problems and get support and advice from others. She realised that one of the greatest benefits of the Internet was its ability to remove the distance that usually exists between people.
She was so inspired by the people she met online that she decided to start an IT club to teach older people how to use computers and the Internet. She and her friends now organise events and collect money to pay for private teachers. Many people have been helped by the club. A 59-year-old man learnt how to apply for work online and found a great job. Now that he works and can take care of himself, his daughter has time to study at university. A 61-year-old woman who was living alone has started a small online company together with two friends. She no longer feels lonely, and her company has become quite successful.
Jan has started taking online classes to learn more about how to use the Internet to make society better. She believes that it is highly important to bridge the digital gap and make sure that everyone has access to the Internet and knows how to use new technology. Her next goal is to start a charity website to raise money for children in poor countries.
Jan’s life has been greatly improved by the Internet. “When you go through hard times, you meet others who are facing similar challenges,” Jan says. “Thinking about other people’s situations inspired me to offer help.”
1. What made Jan lose her job?| A．Her age. | B．A serious illness. |
| C．Poor working ability. | D．Surfing the Internet. |
| A．Pleased. | B．Unhappy. | C．Amazed. | D．Nervous. |
| A．The club helps people online. |
| B．The club inspires old people who feel lonely. |
| C．The club helps the elderly get online. |
| D．The club teaches older people to take care of themselves. |
| A．Increase. | B．Narrow. | C．Improve. | D．Change. |
| A．A better understanding of the Internet. |
| B．Seeing the situation of children in poor countries. |
| C．Knowing how to use new technology. |
| D．Meeting people who were going through hardships similar to hers. |
5 . When I was in the third grade, I was picked to be the leading role— a princess in the school play. For weeks my mother had helped me practice my
It was a lovely spring day. We could see dandelions (蒲公英) through the grass in bunches. I watched my mother carelessly
“But I like dandelions,” I protested. “All flowers are
My mother looked at me
When I realized that she had guessed my pain, I started to cry and told her the
“But you will be a beautiful narrator,” she said,
Over the next few weeks, with her
| A．appearance | B．lines | C．books | D．answers |
| A．greeted | B．stole | C．disappeared | D．held |
| A．player’s | B．winner’s | C．director’s | D．narrator’s |
| A．change | B．remove | C．restore | D．improve |
| A．forgave | B．sensed | C．adjusted | D．criticized |
| A．walk | B．lesson | C．flower | D．drink |
| A．move | B．sleep | C．bend | D．knock |
| A．step into | B．dig up | C．go over | D．help out |
| A．even | B．yet | C．less | D．only |
| A．beautiful | B．quiet | C．impressive | D．extinct |
| A．tearfully | B．elegantly | C．confusedly | D．seriously |
| A．sorrow | B．pleasure | C．opinion | D．time |
| A．schools | B．plants | C．people | D．families |
| A．assistance | B．truth | C．fiction | D．fault |
| A．reminding | B．rushing | C．confirming | D．accusing |
| A．aside | B．alike | C．alone | D．aloud |
| A．competitive | B．appreciative | C．continuous | D．generous |
| A．sought out | B．rose up | C．set out | D．came up |
| A．dandelion | B．rose | C．story | D．bunch |
| A．detecting | B．laughing | C．rewarding | D．lying |
6 . Some people think only school children do not agree with their parents. However, it is not true.
Try to reach a compromise (和解).
Talk about your values. The values of your parents are probably different from those of your own.
A good relationship with your parents can make you a better and happier person. It is worth having a try.
| A．Don’t argue with your parents. |
| B．Tell your parents what you care about, and why. |
| C．Make sure you understand why you are unhappy. |
| D．Showing respect will keep your relationship strong. |
| E．Perhaps you and your parents disagree on something. |
| F．Communication is a problem for parents and children of all ages. |
| G．If you don’t think you can speak to them at the moment, try writing. |
7 . The day I received my letter of acceptance to New York University, I was extremely excited. It was my dream university, and my
It
Clearly dad wasn’t the
I now realize I was
| A．friends | B．classmates | C．parents | D．relatives |
| A．allowed | B．pushed | C．helped | D．recommended |
| A．discourage | B．encourage | C．inspire | D．protect |
| A．perfectly | B．positively | C．passively | D．proudly |
| A．though | B．if | C．unless | D．before |
| A．came | B．appeared | C．remained | D．happened |
| A．travelled | B．moved | C．returned | D．left |
| A．worry | B．embarrassment | C．guilt | D．anger |
| A．higher | B．less | C．more | D．lower |
| A．accept | B．receive | C．need | D．make |
| A．normal | B．typical | C．general | D．ordinary |
| A．title | B．subjects | C．majors | D．grades |
| A．energetic | B．smart | C．outstanding | D．happy |
| A．offer | B．supply | C．story | D．theory |
| A．piled on | B．removed | C．gave off | D．solved |
| A．held on | B．made out | C．ended up | D．set about |
| A．hope | B．time | C．room | D．choice |
| A．shocked | B．unfortunate | C．puzzled | D．mistaken |
| A．gifts | B．suggestions | C．tools | D．experiences |
| A．track | B．catch | C．achieve | D．act |
Desiree, a 4-year-old girl, was sobbing quietly over her father, Ken, who had died nine months earlier. She was hugging a photograph of her father with her fingers running around his face. “Daddy”, she said softly, “Why won't you come back?”
Instead of gradually adjusting to her father's death, Desiree refused to accept it “Daddy will be home soon,” she'd tell her mother. “He's at work.” When she played with her toy telephone, she pretended she was chatting with her father “I miss you, Daddy,” she'd say. “When will you come back?” Desiree's situation made her mother worried.
Days later, it was Ken's birthday. “How will I send him a card?” Desiree asked her mother “How about if we tie a litter to a balloon.” her mother said, “and send it up to heaven?” Desiree's eyes immediately lit up.
Her mother took her to a store and Desiree picked out a balloon with HAPPY BIRTHDAY above a drawing of The Little Mermaid (美人鱼). Desire and her father had often watched it.
The child's eyes shone as they were on the way to Ken's grave. Then Desiree dictated (口述) a letter to her Dad. “Daddy, Happy birthday, I love you and miss you,” she rattled off (快速说). “I hope you get this and can write to me on my birthday in January.”
Her mother wrote the message and their address on a small piece of paper, which was then wrapped in plastic and tied to the end of the string on the balloon. Finally, Desiree let fly the balloon. For almost an hour, they watched the shining spot of silver grow smaller and smaller till disappear. “Now Dad's going to write back to me,” Desiree said confidently.
Every day since they'd flew the balloon, Desiree had asked her mother, “Do you think Daddy has my balloon yet?” Several weeks passed, and she stopped asking.
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Desire's fifth birthday came and later on the afternoon, a package arrived.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________9 . Cory Nichol's whole life changed after he watched the documentary (纪录片) Hard Times. Lost on Long Island. This documentary follows four different families over six months as they struggle with unemployment. Cory knew he had to help any way that he could.
He founded an organization named “C the Difference”. The first step of his charity was to advertise. Using his own money, Cory had orange bracelets (手链) made. Now, he has sold the bracelets. A lot of people who are willing to donate bought them. “We've gotten donations from $5 to $500,” Cory said. “Every dollar really helps.”
Since founding the organization “C the Difference”, Cory has gotten the word out through e-mail and social media He has managed to get upwards of 7,500 and the amount will keep ring each month For Cox, his work is truly rewarding and he loves knowing that poll fortunate than him are really benefiting tom al the donations Once he said, “I was in the pantry (食品室) one time when a woman was taking food, and she was grateful for what I was doing That made me feel great.”
Cory's work has been truly remarkable. These past years he was recognized for “C the Difference” and was a recipient (获得者) of the New York State Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Cory was honored when he found out the news, and even more shocked When he found out that he was one of the only 102 winners out of the 28.000 applicants, As a recipient Cory got to travel to Washington D.C. with the other winners.
There are bright things in Cory's future. First, he wants to keep doing well in school. “I think school is really important to be successful in life.” In addition, Cory wants to keep “C the Difference” going through high school. “I am continuing to get donations, and to get younger kids and my peers involved to help each month”.
1. After watching the documentary, Cory _______.| A．set up a charity organization | B．found a job in Long Island |
| C．donated money immediately | D．felt the documentary interesting |
| A．wearing a ring and a bracelet | B．spreading the word out |
| C．phoning to his friends | D．collecting from his classmates |
| A．proud and surprised | B．interested and delighted |
| C．embarrassed and puzzled | D．ashamed and frightened |
| A．travel in Long Island alone | B．stop raising money |
| C．study in Washington | D．go on his charity |
A Mother’s Love
My mom only had one eye. I hated her. She was such an embarrassment. She cooked for students and teachers to support the family.
There was one day during elementary school (小学) when my mom came over to say hello to me. I was so embarrassed.
How could she do this to me? I ignored her, threw her a hateful look and ran out. The next day at school one of my classmates said, “Your mom only has one eye!”
I wanted to bury myself. I also wanted my mom to just disappear. I confronted (面对) her that day and said, “If you’re only going to make me a laughing stock, why don’t you just die?”
My mom did not respond. I didn’t even stop to think for a second about what I had said, because I was full of anger. I took no notice of her feelings at all.
I wanted to be out of that house, and have nothing to do with her. So I studied really hard, and got a chance to go abroad for further education.
Then, I got married. I bought a house of my own. I had kids of my own. I was happy with my life, my kids and the comforts. Then one day, my mother came to visit me. She hadn’t seen me in years and she didn’t even meet her grandchildren.
When she stood by the door, my children laughed at her, and I shouted at her for coming over uninvited. I screamed at her, “How dare you come to my house and scare my children! GET OUT OF HERE! NOW!!!”
And to this, my mother quietly answered, “Oh, I’m so sorry. I may have gotten the wrong address.” and she was soon out of sight.
One day, a letter regarding a school reunion (同学聚会) came to my house. So I lied to my wife that I was going on a business trip. After the reunion, I went to the old house just out of curiosity.
My neighbors said that she died. I did not shed a single tear. They handed me a letter that she had wanted me to have.
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My dearest son,
I think of you all the time and I’m sorry that
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You see, when you were very little,
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With all my love to you.
Your mother
