1 . There are a lot of emotions, including anger. Anger can be a powerful emotion, and if not kept tame (驯服), it can quickly get out of control. You can damage and destroy relationships by letting your anger get the best of you.    1    

Give yourself a timeout. If you find yourself getting upset and the anger is building, give yourself a timeout. Walk away from the situation, practice deep breathing techniques, calm yourself down, and relax.     2     get yourself as calm as you can and focus on the problem, rather than how angry you are.

    3    When you find yourself getting angry, have an outlet in place you can do, such as, going for a run, going for a bike ride, but do something active. Exercise releases endorphins in your brain, which are natural mood enhancers and can help calm you down.

Collect your thoughts. Before you just speak out the first thing that wants to come out of your mouth, take a few minutes to collect your thoughts.     4    

Forgive. Practice forgiveness. When someone does something wrong to you, practice forgiving rather than getting upset.     5    Start with smaller incidents and work up to being able to forgive for bigger mistakes or problems.

The more you work at handling your anger, the more natural and easier it will be to keep calm. You will eventually find that you do not get upset and angry so quickly.

A．Use humor

B．Find an outlet for your anger.

C．Before you put yourself back in the situation,

D．Learn some tips to help you manage your anger.

E．The more you forgive, each time it will get easier.

F．If you find you still anger easily and it gets out of control,

G．This way, what you say is planned, rather than spontaneous, which can lead to saying things you don’t mean.

2 . One day, my wife and I were listening to Disney songs with our two little girls when the romantic love song I See the Light came on. I walked over to my wife, who was in the kitchen, took her in my arms and started dancing with her slowly. I could tell it caught her off-guard and embarrassed her a little. Thankfully, she stayed in my arms and danced with me anyway. As the song approached the final chorus, I suddenly realized we weren’t alone. Our daughters were standing there watching us in silence.

The song approached the end and as the strings played the last notes, I decided to give the girls a Hollywood ending. I took my wife’s face in my hands and kissed her. After I pulled away, I looked over and saw my elder daughter’s face lit up with admiration, and her eyes filled with tears. Then she came over, buried her face in my wife’s legs. and cried.

“Why are you crying?” my wife asked.

My daughter was at a loss for words, so I tried a different angle.

“Can you at least give me one word to describe how you’re feeling?” I asked.

My daughter paused, looked up at us and said,“Loved.”

It reminded me of seeing my dad kiss my mom, leaving me feeling pleasantly embarrassed as a child. I wanted to watch them kiss each other and hide my face at the same time. And while there were no words to describe how I felt at the time, looking back, I know what it was: I felt loved.

Never overlook the power of your love for your spouse (配偶). Your kids are watching as you smile and give each other a kiss when you say goodbye to each other in the morning. They’re listening when you praise one another. Showing marital love in front of our children is a unique chance to be both a good parent and a good spouse.

1. What were the author’s daughters doing while he was dancing with his wife?

A．Cooking in the kitchen.	B．Watching a Disney film.
C．Looking at them silently.	D．Exchanging loving kisses.

2. Why did the author’s elder daughter cry?

A．She was desperate to be kissed by her mom.	B．She hated it when her dad kissed her mom.
C．She felt deeply touched by her parents’ love.	D．She thought her dad completely ignored her.

3. How did the author as a kid feel when seeing his dad kiss his mom?

A．Proud and calm.

B．Sad and ashamed.

C．Interested but annoyed.

D．Embarrassed but pleased.

4. What does the author most probably suggest parents do at last?

A．Remember to praise their children in public.	B．Avoid close contact in front of their children.
C．Set a good example in terms of good manners.	D．Show their love for each other to their children.

3 . 现在正是春暖花开的时节，对你来说春天意味着什么呢？请你以“What spring means to me”为题写一篇英语短文，参加你校英文报举办的春季征文大赛，内容包括：
1. 春天对你的影响；
2. 你对春天的感悟。
注意：
1. 词数100左右；
2. 题目已为你写好。
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4 . Feeling tired and stressed? You are not alone.     1     The good news is that you have the power to influence your mood(情绪). Develop some of these habits to improve your mood in 10 minutes or less.

●Start your day with a short morning workout.

Modest amounts of exercise first thing in the morning can set you up for a good day. You can do some jumping jacks, run for a few minutes, go for a bike ride or take your dog for a walk around the block.     2    

●Remove clutter(杂乱) to reduce stress.

Clutter can easily cause stress-and stress contributes to poor sleep, which can also affect your overall productivity and general health.     3     Reducing the “clutter” in our lives-physical, digital or psychological-allows us to deal with stressors head-on.

●Write down three things that went well today.

What went well? This simple question can help you focus on all the good things that happen in your life every day. At the end of your day, look back and find three things that went well. Reflect on them, and even replay them in your mind, revisiting those good feelings. This exercise focuses your attention on the positive experiences in your day and away from the negative.     4     You can practice this habit every night, right before you go to bed.

●     5    

Starting a new project you care about can be the healthy distraction(消遣) you need to improve your mood, reduce stress and increase your sense of accomplishment. You can use your mornings just before your normal work routine or an hour of your evening to accomplish some pretty amazing things.

A．Work on a passion project .

B．Accomplish amazing things early.

C．The causes of cluttering are varied.

D．It can help you think more positively.

E．It’s normal to feel uninspired or unmotivated every now and then.

F．Besides, research also shows that clutter can be bad for your mental health.

G．Even short exercise sessions of just 10 minutes can do wonders for your mood.

5 . Speaking of self-improvement, perhaps you want to become more productive, read more books, take regular exercise or learn something new.     1     Here we’ve put together this guide to help you.

Observe your emotional reactions.

Our emotions can often overwhelm (击败) us and make us behave in ways we’d rather not. The first step in dealing with your emotions is to recognize your current feelings.     2     You can sit for a few minutes each day and just observe how you feel.     3     However, learning to be with yourself without distractions is an essential part of meaningful self-development. You could be surprised by what you discover.

Develop a way to express your emotions.

Chris Martin, the singer-songwriter and frontman of the band Coldplay, once said, “You've got to express yourself in life, and it's better out than in. What you reveal, you heal.”

    4     You can try art, music and sports. Or you can get a piece of paper and a pen and start a healthy outlet. A talk with your close friend, relative, or partner can also help you get peace of mind.

    5    

Sometimes emotions can be overwhelming even if you undertake all other steps to manage them. In this case, the only left option is to find a therapist (治疗师). Many successful, respected people like J. K. Rowling, Emma Stone, and Michael Phelps all promote therapy’s benefits. Turning to these professionals is one of the best ways to improve yourself. These trained professionals can provide guidance and support when it comes to coping with your emotions.

A．Work with a licensed therapist.

B．Receive professional training as therapists.

C．This can feel incredibly uncomfortable at first.

D．There are so many ways to let out your emotions.

E．Remember you can’t manage what you don't know.

F．It will help you improve your concentration.

G．Have you thought of learning to control your emotions?

6 . Self-esteem is the ruling view you have of yourself. This includes your beliefs about your inner qualities and how you think others see you.     1     Someone can develop low self-esteem even when they are highly functional and greatly skilled. Understanding this mysterious emotional currency might be the key to unlocking your own self-worth.

People with healthy self-esteem don't need to boast about themselves to others. People with low self-esteem may tell you how much everyone loves them, what a great job they do at work, and how amazing they are at pretty everything under the sun even though they really wonder if it's true. People may see them as obnoxious or “full of themselves”.     2     They are not shy about sharing ideas, including constructive criticisms of others. They also take care of themselves without second-guessing or apologizing. They are the people who we say seem “sure of themselves”.

If you're starting to think you may have low self-esteem, you can work on the way you talk to yourself. When you turn off negative self-talk, you can open the floor to positive reinforcements and access the courage to show different sides of yourself. It isn't going to feel good at first, though. Keep going until it becomes less and less and maybe even a few awkward laughs in the mirror may help.     3    

However, in serious cases of low or even non-existent self-esteem, you may want to call in a professional or a specialist. Good mental health is important, and professionals doing psychotherapy do not pass judgement or give corrections.     4     It is the best way to get at the roots of your real self-esteem problems.

    5     It will take some work but your entire life — from your relationships to your body image to your work habits — will be touched with the kind of power that only comes from someone believing in themselves. This is the hardest part, and the greatest leap. With some changes and support, you can improve your self-esteem and see how everything else changes as a result.

A．Self-esteem is not always rooted in reality, though.

B．You have the power to shape a new self-perception.

C．This encourages you to speak openly without worry.

D．The real test of character is whether they can learn from their mistakes.

E．Self-esteem refers to a person's overall sense of his or her value or worth.

F．People with a healthy level of self-esteem present themselves with a casual confidence.

G．With some practice and persistence, you will win this internal struggle to see your self-worth.

7 . My husband is a ballet dancer, performing out of our state for the first time. The distance is long, but phone calls and video talks help make us feel a little bit_________. I’ve been worrying about money and can’t_________ the trip or the tickets to his show.

He called me last night well_________ I had gone to bed, so when the call_________ me up I answered with a sinking feeling. He’d finished a_________, and a   rude   dancer   had   hurt his feelings, but this wasn’t what the call was about. He had been awake thinking about me and_________ me. He was going to get his_________ for the week, and was offering every penny to me _________ I could come to his show.

As a young_________, he doesn’t earn much. The money that he__________ goes to the necessities( 必 需 品 ) with very little if any__________ . To offer me his money is a big deal, which__________ a hard week for him.

Little did he know that I, too, was trying to get myself to his__________. I have been finding part-time jobs and selling things here and there to__________ up, thinking that even if I have to stand in the__________ instead of sitting there, I am going to be there for him. We are both__________ to provide what little we have for each other, and I think that’s worth everything.

I think sometimes we pay so much attention to only__________ that we forget about what’s important. It was __________ to say “Oh if I don’t have the money, I can’t go.” until I__________ that it was about more than that. It’s about__________ the ones you love and being there for them, in whatever way you can be.

1.

A．warmer

B．sadder

C．closer

D．harder

2.

A．afford

B．finish

C．continue

D．stop

3.

A．after

B．before

C．until

D．while

4.

A．packed

B．caught

C．picked

D．woke

5.

A．journey

B．speech

C．job

D．performance

6.

A．upsetting

B．missing

C．hurting

D．shocking

7.

A．ticket

B．phone

C．pay

D．energy

8.

A．as if

B．so that

C．in case

D．even though

9.

A．dancer

B．singer

C．director

D．student

10.

A．raises

B．wastes

C．spends

D．makes

11.

A．left over

B．pulled out

C．gave away

D．went through

12.

A．prefers

B．means

C．expects

D．promises

13.

A．stage

B．School

C．Show

D．Hotel

14.

A．set

B．add

C．stay

D．save

15.

A．museum

B．palace

C．station

D．theater

16.

A．confident

B．willing

C．anxious

D．responsible

17.

A．surviving

B．competing

C．debating

D．bargaining

18.

A．hard

B．easy

C．necessary

D．important

19.

A．forgot

B．mentioned

C．realized

D．charged

20.

A．doubting

B．replacing

C．supporting

D．persuading

8 . I was sitting at my kitchen table the other day with a pen, notebook, calculator and a pile of bills. I was doing my monthly budget. There were bills for electric water, rent, insurance, the car payment, the phone bill, and the cable bill. Plus money needed to be set aside for food, gas, clothes and hopefully a little left over to save for those unexpected bills that always seemed to show up. When I was done, I shook my head, closed my eyes and thought of a time long ago when I would regularly get treasures.

When I was a boy, we lived across the road from Camp Caesar. It held week long camps all through the summer and my grandma who I lovingly called “Nanny” worked in her big kitchen. I remember slipping there getting a smile, a hug, a kiss and a hot roll from Nanny. Then she would always take deep in her pockets and pull out a treasure, a shiny quarter. She would give it to me and I would run down the hill to either get an ice cold can of coke from the pop machine or I would head to the camp’s swimming pool where I could buy a warm cup of cherry coke for 15 cents and a tiny 10 cent bag of chips from a stand. I took my time because it was always a big decision. It was nice too feeling so rich for a few minutes.

Looking back now I can see that the real treasure was not the quarter at all. It was the love with which Nanny gave it to me. I would have still visited her at work every day if I had never gotten a single quarter. It was her smile, hugs, and kisses that were priceless in my heart then and now.

The old saying is true, “With your work you can make a living, but it is with your love that you make a life.” You can always welcome love into your heart, soul and mind. And you can always share your love with others. It is that one treasure that lasts forever.

1. According to Paragraph 1, what was the author trying to figure out?

A．Where to get treasures.	B．What food and supplies to buy.
C．How to sort out these bills at hand.	D．How to balance the money available.

2. What does the underlined word “roll” in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A．A kind of bread	B．A kind of act.
C．A sound.	D．A greeting.

3. Which of the following best describes Nanny?

A．Considerate.	B．Generous.
C．Affectionate.	D．Enthusiastic.

4. Why does the author mention the old saying in the last Paragraph?

A．To change people’s heart and soul.

B．To show what we should value in life.

C．To explain work and love can make a life.

D．To advise more love and sharing in childhood.