1 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下问题。
1. What are the speakers talking about?

A．Managing the reading workload.

B．Deciding which books to read.

C．Choosing the right pen for marking.

2. What does the man use to mark new vocabulary?

A．Orange color.

B．Blue color.

C．Yellow color.

3. What is the man's system for marking?

A．He prefers to mark as little as possible.

B．He marks after reading the entire paragraph.

C．He uses smiley faces to identify amusing areas.

2 .

What do you see in the image? The image can be challenging to interpret, and most people need a clue to see the pattern. It shows a Dalmatian dog. An interesting aspect of this experience is that once you’ve perceived the pattern, you can’t unset the dog.

Whether we like it or not, our brains look for patterns in various contexts. Much of our everyday understanding is linked to the concepts we learn in school and through interaction with others. On top of this, there are learned cultural patterns to interpret works of art, music, poems, etc. Once we know the patterns, they profoundly influence how we perceive cultural products. So we see the world through patterns we have acquired.

These patterns can be applied in all forms of teaching. The great benefit of seeing a pattern in an area of knowledge is that it can be applied to new problems. A student who has understood a pattern can not only answer questions taken directly from the learning material but can use it in other types of tasks. The key question, therefore, is how a student can discover the relevant patterns and create real understanding.

There are different ways to highlight patterns. Analogies (类比) are powerful tools for creating understanding. An example is the number line (数轴) in elementary mathematics. When children learn addition, it is easy for concrete combinations of objects: three apples plus two apples make five apples. The same is true for subtraction (减法): If you have six apples and remove four, you are left with two.

But this doesn’t work when it comes to negative numbers. How do you explain that if you have three apples and remove five, two are missing? Then, an effective analogy is to see the number line as something you walk along — the line becomes a path. Addition with three is like walking three steps forward, and subtraction with five is like walking five steps backward. No wonder that if you walk three steps forward and then five steps back, you are two steps behind where you started.

In this way, the negative numbers acquire a meaning rooted in experience. More patterns of numbers can now be understood.

1. What is the second paragraph mainly about?

A．The underlying effect of patterns.

B．The ability to acquire the art skills.

C．The way to find the Dalmatian dog.

D．The benefit of interacting with others.

2. Why should patterns be used in education?

A．It is easy for students to master them.

B．All types of tasks have the same pattern.

C．They can help students solve new problems.

D．They are the necessary learning materials.

3. What does the example in paragraph 4 and paragraph 5 suggest?

A．There are different ways to acquire experience.

B．Analogies are good methods for teaching patterns.

C．Addition is much easier than subtraction in maths.

D．The number line can solve all mathematics problems.

4. What is the best title of the text?

A．Understanding Is Seeing a Pattern.

B．The Best Principle for Learning

C．Walking Back and Forth on a Number Line.

D．Using Patterns to Learn Mathematics

3 . If you’re new to a school or you are shy or tend to not get out of your comfort zone, making new friends at school might seem like a challenge. Luckily, you can overcome that challenge by looking for people with the same interests as you and by being friendly when you meet new people. Also, participate in after-school clubs and events whenever you get the chance, since that will help you meet people outside of class!

Look for people who have the same hobbies as you.

You’re more likely to be friends with someone if you have something in common with them. Try to find clubs or groups based on your favorite hobbies, then join them to meet like-minded people. Also, pay attention to people who spend their free time doing the same things you love to do.

If you’re a passionate reader, join a book club, go to public readings, or start a conversation with someone who carries novels around with their textbooks.

Spend time around people who show kindness.

Finding someone who will treat you well and support you is more important than popularity. Avoid spending time with people who talk bad about others or put them down. Instead, look for people who invite others to sit with them at lunch, who encourage others when they speak up in class, or who are always willing to help when someone needs a hand.

Introduce yourself to new people whenever possible.

When you’re around someone you don’t know, it is not unusual to just sit there quietly, especially if you’re shy. However, you and the other person will both be more comfortable after a simple introduction. Make eye contact with the person, smile, and try to seem warm and relaxed instead of nervous or anxious. Then, break the ice by talking about whatever is going on around you.

Keep the conversation going with open-ended questions.

When you start talking to someone, try asking them questions about what they like to see what you have in common with them. However, avoid simply asking yes or no questions, since one-word answers don’t necessarily keep a conversation alive. You can ask questions about whatever you’re already talking about, or you can change the subject if you feel that ran its course.

1. Who is the passage intended for?

A．Teachers.

B．Students.

C．Parents.

D．Adults.

2. If you are fond of reading, you can ________.

A．join a club to make friends

B．approach people with lots of hobbies

C．spend your free time meeting different people

D．talk to people with the same interests

3. According to Paragraph 4, who is more likely to be a good friend?

A．One who enjoys the popularity.

B．One who talks bad about others.

C．One who wants to help you.

D．One who always put others down.

4. According to Paragraph 5, what should you do first when you meet someone you don’t know well?

A．Start with a warm handshake.

B．Make eye contact with the person.

C．Start with a brief introduction of yourself.

D．Start by talking about a serious topic.

5. You should avoid asking yes or no questions to ________.

A．keep the conversation going	B．end the conversation
C．show kindness	D．respect others

4 . How to Avoid Distractions While Studying

You know you really want to do well in your study. Your parents have put the pressure on, or you promised yourself you would do better. But you keep getting distracted (分心)! How can you solve the problem?     1    

Find a place that makes you want to study. If the books and seriousness of the library put you in the mood for focusing on study, go for it. If the comfortable chairs and coffee at your local café are what you need to get through your reading for English, go there.     2    

Set a study schedule. When you have many subjects to study for, it can seem hard to get through everything. Give yourself a schedule where you set specific times to study particular subjects.     3     Besides, change subjects every two hours.A little variety keeps you refreshed and focused.

    4     If you find yourself distracted from studying by thoughts about everything else, spend 5 minutes thinking about them, but then tell yourself studying is your main task now. If you are tired of study, step away. A short break helps refresh you so that you can stay focused when you come back to studying.

Go off the electronic devices. Texting, social media, calls and other distractions that come from our electronic devices are some of the biggest barriers to staying focused when studying.     5     Turn off the distracting electronic devices!

A．Give yourself a brief study break.

B．Go out for a picnic to refresh yourself.

C．The following tips may give you a hand.

D．Luckily, the fix is easy and totally within your control.

E．It’s no doubt that a library is the best place for studying well.

F．This makes studying seem less difficult, helping you stay on task.

G．The most important thing is that the location motivates you to study.

5 . If you want to be confident at interview and get the job, body language will be important.

Here are some useful tips for your body language during a job interview.

Make a great entrance. A job interview actually starts before you get to the interview room. You don't know who could be looking at you from a window or standing next to you in the elevator. Your body language should tell others that you're confident and calm.     1     .

Don’t go for direct eye contact.     2    . A more effective way to make sure you look interested is to look at different parts of an interviewer's face every two seconds such as their nose, eyes and lips.

Use hand gestures while you're speaking. If you’re not sure what to do with your hands, go ahead and gesture while you're speaking. When you're really nervous, you may want to hide your hand because they express your anxiety.     3    

Stay positive. Your body language follows your mind. If your mind is negative, your body will consciously create negative energy. However, stay positive and you feel confident in your body language.     4     . And your smiles will be more likely to leave a good impression on the interviewers.

Work on your walk. Interviewers often make a hiring judgment within the first 10 seconds of meeting you.     5    . When walking directly toward the interviewer, you had better make your body point in his direction and maintain eye contact with him occasionally.

A．Instead, make “direct face contact”.

B．How you walk into the room is a part of that judgment.

C．At this time, it's a good choice for you to hide your hands.

D．Instead, using your hands gesture can make you feel relaxed.

E．If your have a positive mind, you will wear a smile on your face.

F．It's very important to review your information you have prepared.

G．It's improper to crazily search your file for your resume at this time.

6 . Want a relaxing but fun challenge at home?     1     Puzzles have been around for more than 250 years and the challenge of working out where each piece goes and carefully recreating the scene on the box lid can keep you busy for hours, days or even weeks.

Puzzles come in a huge range of sizes and difficulty levels. For beginners, a 100-piece puzzle is usually a good starting point.    2     Try grouping pieces with the same colours or design because they will probably go in the same area once the puzzle takes shape.

    3     Those pieces are easier to find because they have a straight side. Stay patient as you search through and try to make it fit together. You may not find any connecting pieces for ages but then several may suddenly appear.

For a real test, puzzles that have 1,000 pieces or more are a tough task and it’s best to complete them with friends or family if you can. Choosing a scene that interests you, such as a favourite film, sport or location, can help keep you interested and determined to work to the final piece. You can get fun educational puzzles, too.     4    

Some of the best places to pick up puzzles are charity shops. They’re often on sale for less     than €5. Once you have completed a puzzle it’s nice to exchange it with a friend.     5     You just upload an image, such as a family scene, and they will make a puzzle from it and post it to you. It makes lovely and unusual present.

A．So others can have a go.

B．You can’t beat a good puzzle.

C．Some companies make personalised puzzles.

D．However, a good start doesn’t always lead to a good result.

E．Most people like to start by getting the four edges of a puzzle laid out.

F．It can get you used to sorting out how the shapes, patterns and colours go together.

G．For example, you may try a map of the world, historical timelines or the periodic table.

7 . Being fit and healthy doesn’t mean you have to work out for hours a day and eat nothing but chicken and vegetables for every meal.     1     The following are some of them.

You always complain you are too busy to go to the gym or to prepare a healthy meal.     2     You should start to put your health and fitness in the first place today. You can work out in the park and cook your favourite food after work. What you should do first is stop making excuses all the time.

You should walk more instead of driving a car when going out. The key to lifelong fitness is to simply be more active and walk more every day. Try your best to walk whenever and wherever you can —to the superstore, to the office, or go for an after-dinner walk with your family.     3    

Instead of always going to the movies or watching TV, you should take part in activities that keep you moving. You can go for a bike ride, go on a hike, or go to play sports with your family and friends, such as ping-pong and basketball.     4     Not only will you get moving, but also you will have fun.

    5     Many people underestimate the importance of a good night’s rest, but having a good rest each night is important for your health. Therefore, try to sleep seven to eight hours a night on a regular basis.

A．The list is endless.

B．Find ways to be close to nature.

C．Enough sleep is especially important.

D．Of course it’s not always possible to go to the gym.

E．However, for your health, you have to make a change.

F．In short, take every chance to walk as much as you can.

G．Actually, there are many good habits that will help you keep in shape.

8 . Separation, money troubles, and transitional (过渡的) adjustments are all stressful events to the members of a family. Learning effective skills is key to solving the disagreements.

Schedule a time to talk as a group. When working together, you are more likely to solve family differences.     1     . Then, once tempers are cooled, everyone needs to plan to come together and think out a solution to the problem .

Focus on the issue at hand. When disagreements occur, people tend to bring up any and every unresolved issue they have ever faced with the other parties. This blurs the point of the discussion. Try to uncover what is important about the current problem.     2     .

Have everyone state what they truly mean. Direct communication is essential to effective conflict resolution.     3     . Such “I” statements allow everyone to express themselves while they show respect for other’s listening.

    4     . Let another know you recognize, value, and accept his thoughts, opinions, or beliefs. Of course, your own opinions may differ greatly, but using validation (确认) demonstrates that you see the other as a human, worthy of respect. Validate your family members by saying something like “I’m really glad that you feel comfortable enough to share this with me” or “I appreciate your willingness to work towards a solution”.

Decide on a solution together. Once everyone has shared their needs, wants, and concerns, consider all the suggestions that each party has provided and look for a middle ground.     5     . If necessary, develop a contract or written agreement .

A．Seek professional advice.

B．Show respect for each person’s point of view.

C．Raising old misdeeds will not help resolve this issue.

D．Conflict in the family can affect everyone’s functioning.

E．The first step is calming down and agreeing there is a problem.

F．Everyone present should feel good about the proposed solution.

G．Each party should use “I” statements to clearly state your needs and concerns.

10 . According to a study done by University of Michigan researchers, shopping to relieve stress was up to 40 times more effective at giving people a sense of control and shoppers were three times less sad compared to those that only looked around for items.

More than half of the 1,000 respondents said they have impulsively shopped to deal with feelings of stress, anxiety or depression.    1     In fact, shopping to reduce stress can actually help you live a healthier life by making sure that your blood pressure is lowered. Shopping to relieve stress is also called retail therapy as a form of regulating stress.    2     For many, what starts out as a relatively harmless mood booster could possibly grow into a forced reaction that empties wallets and causes conflict, thus adding a significant amount of stress to a person’s life.

In order not to be overwhelmed by retail therapy, you might refer to the following tips.

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Whether you’re purchasing Christmas presents or buying groceries, having the items you need written down will provide you with clarity and order while you’re shopping. Reward yourself for sticking to your list and you’ll be more likely to commit to it: buy a cup of coffee while shopping or plan a. fun activity for when you return home.

·Think about what you struggle with most financially.

Do you spend too much money at the mall? Eating out? Vacations?     4     For example, if you spend too much money on dining out on the weekends, stock your cupboard with groceries on Friday so you’ll be more likely to stay in and cook.

·Give up the need to keep up with your neighbors, co-workers, and friends.

Everyone’s financial situation is different and it’s dependent upon a variety of factors, least of all being one’s self worth.    5     Appreciate what you currently have by practicing gratitude.

A．Prepare a list prior to shopping.

B．This may encourage consumerism and impulse buying.

C．However, the side effect of retail therapy cannot be overlooked.

D．More men tended to purchase alcohol when stressed than women.

E．23％ said they’ve maxed out (刷爆) a credit card in the past year．

F．Comparison leads to debt and dissatisfaction with what you already have.

G．Track down where your money is going and then try to avoid temptations.