1 . When your child lies to you, it hurts. As parents, it makes us angry and we take it personally. We feel like we can never trust our child again. Why does lying cause such anger, pain and worry for parents?

Parents are understandably very afraid of their children getting hurt and getting into trouble, but they have very little protection against these things as they send their kids out into the word. Kids learn from other kids and from external media, and this makes parents feel unsafe because they can’t control the information and ideas that their children are exposed to.

When your kid lies, you start to see him as “sneaky（卑鄙的）”, especially if he continues to lie to you. You feel that he’s going behind your back. You begin to think that your kids are “bad”. Because, certainly, if lying is bad, liars are bad. It’s just that simple. Parents need to make their kids responsible for lying. But the mistake parents make is that they start to blame the kid for lying. It’s considered immoral to lie. But when you look at your kid like he’s a sneak, it’s a slippery slope （滑坡谬误）that starts with “You lie” and ends up at “You’re a bad person”.

Kids know lying is forbidden. But they don’t see it as hurtful. So a kid will say, “I know it’s wrong that I eat a sugar snack when I’m not supposed to. But who does it hurt?” “I know it’s wrong that I trade my dried fruit for a Twinkie. But it doesn’t really hurt anybody. I can handle it. What’s the big deal?” That’s what the kid sees.

So I think that parents have to assume that kids are going to tell them lies, because they’re immature and they don’t understand how hurtful these things are. They’re all drawn to excitement, and they’ll all have a tendency to distort(歪曲) the truth because they’re kids.

1. Why do parents worry about their kids and feel unsafe?

A．Nobody trusts their kids in the world because of lying.

B．Lying always causes their kids to get hurt or get into trouble.

C．Their kids are exposed to outside world without their control.

D．They can’t protect their kids from other kids and external media.

2. What’s the author’s attitude towards parents’ seeing kids as bad if they lie?

A．Immoral.	B．Negative.
C．Supportive.	D．Different.

3. The underlined word “they” really refers to ________.

A．parents	B．their children
C．other kids	D．bad things

4. How do parents react to kids’ lying?

A．Taking no notice of it.

B．Blaming them immediately.

C．Pretending to be angry and educate them.

D．Accept it but make them responsible for it.

2 . I grew up on a farm in the small rural (乡下的) community of Catawissa, Missouri, as the sixth of seven children.     1     In the fall of 1970, he was working on a house when the ladder broke. His back was broken.

He stayed in the hospital for three weeks. When Dad returned home, he was still in a back brace(支架) and unable to work.     2    

One night we heard a car coming up.     3     Rose was at the door, holding an envelope filled with money. She told my dad she had collected money and was there to deliver it

    4     I can still hear her saying, “Archie, whenever someone’s baler (干草打包机) is broken, you bale their hay. Someone passes away, Altha is cooking. It’s our turn.”

That evening, this 6-year-old understood what being a good neighbor was, and that because her parents were good neighbors, their kindness would be returned. I learned later my mom’s sisters all “adopted” one of us kids to help with Christmas, and we received gift baskets from more than one organization.

My parents were used to being the givers and not the receivers of such generosity (慷慨).     5    

A．He tried to protest but Rose would have none of it.

B．Besides running the farm, Dad was also a carpenter.

C．Apart from a carpenter, Dad was also running a farm.

D．We kids were always curious about who was visiting.

E．I was too young to realize our family had no money coming in as Christmas approached.

F．It was comforting to be helped when in trouble, but what was important was to help others in return.

G．They had a bit of pride to swallow, but continued all of their lives to show us kids the value of kindness.

3 . One evening, author Neil’s son was angry. Neil had said one of those things that parents say, like “isn’t it time you were in bed.” His son looked up at him, angry and said, “I wish I didn’t have a dad! I wish I had … a goldfish!” That conversation gave birth to Neil’s book, “The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish”. The book is a funny adventure of a son searching for the dad he swapped.

Whether they realize it or not, fathers play an important role in their children’s development. Roland Warren, Director of the National Fatherhood Initiative, says that, “The shape of their dads has a role in the kids’ soul.” I agree. We live in the best of times and the worst of times for fatherhood. We live in the best of times because fathers who are engaged in their child’s life spend more time than fathers of any previous generation. We live in the worst of times because there are still millions of children who continue to miss the regular presence of Dad.

What difference does a dad make? Are they really that important? For the most part, studies have proved clearly that fathers, whether they live with their children or not, matter in the lives of their children. When fathers are present, they provide economic support for their children and caregiving responsibilities. Well-fathered children are shown to be more emotionally intelligent and socially successful as adults. When fathers are absent, their absence may negatively influence children’s academic achievement, general behavioural adjustment and anger management, especially in males.

Yet just being physically present isn’t enough to be a great father. It is important that a dad be warm and emotionally available to his child. Author and researcher, John Gottman, describes this kind of father as an “emotion coaching father”. Emotion coaches are parents who listen to their children’s feelings, see the sharing of feelings as an opportunity for intimacy（亲密）. It is not just the mere presence of fathers that matters, but how they are present. Most children long for and need a loving, devoted and responsible father.

1. The author introduces his topic by ______.

A．presenting the results of studies	B．telling a story
C．making a comparison	D．interviewing some experts

2. What does the author mean in Paragraph 2 by saying “We live in the worst of times … ”?

A．Today’s fathers don’t care about their children’s emotions.

B．Lots of children’s fathers have to work every day.

C．Lots of children’s fathers are absent from their lives.

D．Today’s fathers don’t have care giving responsibilities.

3. According to the text, a well-fathered child is more likely to _______.

A．lose control of anger	B．obtain high academic achievement
C．have low emotional intelligence	D．have good social skills

4. We can learn from the text that an “emotion coaching father” is a father who ______.

A．gives economic support to his child	B．shares his child’s emotions
C．tries to change his child’s emotions	D．is always available to his child

4 . Making Peace with Your Parents

As a teen, you’re going through big changes physically and mentally. Your interests are increasing.     1     Here is the challenge: Kids need to explore the world in new ways, and parents need to protect them from the dangers that are all out in that world. These conflicts can easily set off fireworks in otherwise calm houses. Sometimes conflicts can’t be avoided. But by paying attention to the building blocks of successful relationships, you can work towards making home a happy and healthy place for you and your parents.

For example, try to find a time to talk when your parents are not angry, tired, distracted or hungry. A good time to talk is when you’re all relaxed. Timing is everything. If the conversation begins to turn into an argument, you’d better calmly and coolly ask to stop the conversation for now.     2     Listen to what your parents are saying, and repeat it back to them. This shows them that you’re listening.     3     Respect is the building block of good communication. People who respect each other and care about each others’ feelings can disagree without getting things ugly.     4     How do you build trust? Trust comes by actually doing what you say you’re going to do. Some teens find that doing fun activities with their parents can improve their relationships. Sometimes we forget that parents are more than rule-maker—they’re interesting people who like to watch movies and go shopping—just like their teenagers!

What do you do if you are trying your best, but your relationship with your parents continues to be rocky?     5     You can find supportive adults, such as a teacher or a coach, who can lend an ear. Remember you can only change your own behavior. Your parents are the only ones who can change theirs.

A．You may consider seeking outside help.

B．And then you’ll be able to accept what your parents say.

C．You can pick it up again when everyone’s more relaxed.

D．Faced with the challenge, children don’t know what to do.

E．And your desire to take control of your own life is growing.

F．It also gives them a chance to clear things up if you’re not on the same page.

G．You are more likely to get along with your parents and have more independence if your parents believe in you.

5 . There are some people who seem to always be surrounded by friends, and there are others who always seem to be standing on the outside, looking in at the crowds of friends. If you are one of the outsiders, it is time to break out of your shell and start making new friends.     1    

1. Be yourself. Nobody likes a phony(虚伪的人). In fact, if you aren’t yourself, others won’t become friends with you. When the time comes that you feel comfortable enough to act like yourself again, you may not be well received, because you are a totally different person.    2    

2. Use technology.     3     For instance, Weibo is a great place to meet new people. It creates experiences and you get to meet like-minded people who share your interests.

3. Start with people you know. Reach out and contact new friends, and reconnect with old friends you haven’t seen in a long time. Don’t forget about friends of friends. You may connect with some really cool people just by hanging out with your friends and their friends.     4     If you stay home, you aren’t going to meet people.

4. Keep in touch.     5     With the Internet and social media, there is absolutely no need to worry about that these days. Look up old friends and contact them.

A．There are all kinds of online groups that you can join.

B．Knowing others well is very important.

C．Therefore, let people get to know the real you.

D．If you are invited to go out, go.

E．All too often, people lose touch with one another.

F．Here are some tips that will help.

G．You need to trust yourself, whatever happens.

6 . Difficult financial times don’t mean your giving shuts down.       1    There are so many ways to give back that won’t hurt your wallet and will enrich your life.

1. Pick up the phone

Calling someone “for no reason” is an important opportunity to show them that you are thinking of them. You are taking time out of your busy day to reach out. Everyone needs someone to just listen sometimes. They may be filled with joy or sadness.     2    

2.Write a note    3    It is one thing to say it, but it can be even more meaningful to put it in writing. What if you made a commitment to write a thank-you note to someone every week?

3.     4    

You never know what someone might be going through-a painful divorce, a tough college semester, or just a bad day. Opening up your home will make someone feel appreciated. In addition’ it costs less than going out. The leftovers from this dinner can be packaged up for homeless people. That’s double giving!

4. Set aside money from a daily routine to donate

Giving doesn’t have to mean a life full of sacrifices. You can still buy a burger or get your nails done.     5     Donate the money you saves: Even $ 5 can make a difference in someone’s life.

A．Give a gift to the stomach.

B．Invite someone over for dinner.

C．To take your awareness to a new level, move beyond money.

D．But instead of buying much coffee every week, you can drink less.

E．While some people enjoy receiving gifts, all of us appreciate a kind word.

F．Instead, they allow you to examine how your time and money are spent.

G．Be there to celebrate their good news, or support them with sympathy.

7 . 1990 was an important year in world events. In February, Nelson Mandela was set free after 27 years in prison. In October, East and West Germany became one country again. Then at the end of 1990, the World Wide Web was born. For this final event we have one man to thank. Tim Berners-Lee, the father of the Web.

Berners-Lee was born on June 8, 1955 in London, England. His parents, both computer designers, encouraged him to think and work creatively as he grew up. He was an excellent student and naturally took an interest in computers and science.

After graduating from Oxford University, Tim went to work at a science research centre in Switzerland. There he developed some of the different systems（系统）that would later become the Web. The first was HTML, the computer language used to make web pages. The second was an address system that let computers anywhere find each other and send and receive information. In 1990 he put them together to make the first Internet browser（浏览器）.

Tim knew that the more people used the Web, the more useful it would be. He wasn’t interested in money but knowledge, so he gave out his invention for free to anyone who was interested. Many were interested an the growth of the Internet began.

Today Tim works as a professor at the MIT in America, studying new ways to use the Web. He has received many awards from governments and organizations for his efforts. He is still not very interested in money. That is why he is so liked by his students and workmates. It may also be one of the reasons that few people outside the world of technology know his name.

1. The following events all took place in 1990 except that ______.

A．Nelson Mandela got free

B．the World Wide Web was born

C．Eat and West Germany reunited

D．Berners-Lee started school

2. We can learn from the text that Berners-Lee ______.

A．was encouraged to be creative

B．didn’t do well at school

C．cares little about money and knowledge

D．is well-known all over the world

3. Where does Berners-Lee live today?

A．England.	B．Switzerland.
C．America.	D．Germany.

4. What does the text mainly talk about?

A．The events that took place in 1990.

B．The history of the Internet.

C．The invention of the Internet.

D．The father of the World Wide Web

8 . It’s been a difficult year. My daughter, my dog and I lost our home. We’ve depended upon the kindness of others to provide temporary（临时的）shelter.

    1     At one point, I felt as though my daughter might be better off without me. If she were placed with a rich family, she would have a good life. I was unable to provide a good life for her.     2       She went from having a beautifully decorated bedroom of her own, to having temporary shelter. She doesn’t complain（抱怨） that I can’t afford to give her the extra things she would love to have.

Today I dug through the changes at the bottom of my purse and bought her a lollipop (棒棒糖) at the store. She’d had her eye on it the entire time we were in line to pay for it. It was anold-fashioned one that cost $1.00.     3       It was the end of the month and I only had $1.35 left to my family. However, she’d been such a good girl, and I really thought she deserved a special treat.

Then I reached into my purse and counted out enough for the lollipop. You would have thought I gave her the key to the magic kingdom! “ Thank you, Mommy! You’re the best mommy!”     4    

All at once, the cloud of worries and despair that had hung over me lifted.     5       I was ready to continue my journey, willing to face whatever challenges may lie ahead.

A．I really couldn’t afford it.

B．I became upset at my loss.

C．I could see tears shining in her eyes.

D．She cried with joy as she hugged me with all her strength.

E．However, she never complains, although she has every right to.

F．I wouldn’t have any money coming until the first day of next month.

G．I knew without doubt at that very moment that I was the family that my little girl needed.

9 . All of us need friends. We all like to feel close to someone. It is nice to have a friend to talk, laugh and do many things together with. Surely, there are times when we need to be alone, and we don’t always want people around. But we will feel lonely if we never have a good way to call them or write to them. Maybe we will never see them again. But we can make new friends. It is surprising to find out how much we like new people when we get to know them. Families sometimes name their children after a close friend. Many people are named after men and women, if they are friendly to people in town. Some libraries are named in this way. So are some schools. We think of these people when we go to these places.

There is more good news for people, if they have friends. These people live longer than those who don’t have friends. Why? It could be that they are happier. Being happy helps you stay well. Or it could be just knowing that someone cares about you. If someone cares about you, you take better care of yourself.

1. The first paragraph tells us ________.

A．none need friends

B．we always need friends around up

C．making friends is the need in people’s life

D．we need to be alone

2. Which of the following is the most probable place named after friendly people?

A．A factory.	B．A room.
C．A village.	D．A library.

3. This passage mainly tells us ________.

A．that people are all friends	B．that people need friends
C．how to get to know friends	D．how to name a place after friends

10 . Agatha Lee described her reaction as “disbelief” when School Board Chairwoman Sue Dickinson called her name last Thursday night at Flagler Auditorium.

Lee, a second-grade teacher at Belle Terre Elementary School, was named Flagler County’s Teacher of the Year today. “I was in such a great group of excellent teachers and I was just shocked.” Lee said in an interview after the announcement.

Every Flagler school names a Teacher of the Year once a year and those nominees(候选人)are considered for the district’s award. That winner, along with winners from the state’s other districts, is then considered for the florida Teacher of the Year Award, which is announced in July.

To be qualified for the teaching award, teachers must encourage continuous learning, show skillfulness in their subject area, use creative teaching strategies(策略), show leadership and create a caring and respectful environment.

Jill Stirling, a kindergarten teacher, Flagler’s 2016 Teacher of the Year, said she also met winners from throughout the state to share teaching strategies and the best practices. “I often think of those little guys that have made me the teacher I am and the person that I am,” Stirling said.

Lee, the following new winner, who is now in her thirteenth year of teaching, came to Flagler Country in 2004 after working in Pasco and St. Johns counties. She worked at the former Indian Trails K-8 School and came to Belle Terre Elementary School when it opened in fall 2005.

Lee, who comes from a family of teachers, said she was always enjoyed being with children. “I love watching their faces when they have that ‘aha’ moment,” she said.

1. How did Agatha Lee feel when she was awarded Flagler Country’s Teacher of the Year?

A．Calm	B．Surprised
C．Satisfied	D．Worried

2. What can we learn about Agatha Lee from the text?

A．Her parents are probably also teachers

B．She has worked in five counties altogether

C．She has taught in Flagler Country since 2005

D．She once shared teaching strategies with Jill Stirling

3. Jill Stirling owed her success to ___________.

A．her good luck	B．the students she taught
C．her great efforts	D．the teachers she met

4. To be a Flagler Teacher of the Year , one is required to ____________.

A．research life-long learning

B．share teaching strategies

C．be careful and beautiful

D．show ability of leadership