1 . The daily life can be busy and at times difficult.It may sometimes feel like bringing just a little more inner peace and calmness into your life is a hopeless wish.
Set limits. If your life is overfilled,you may need to set some limits. So stop doing some of the least important things, which honestly don’t matter that much. Set a limit for how many times you will check your mailbox per day.
Organise your world and your mind.
Solve a problem that is weighing heavily on you. Settle your problem and release all the stress that it is creating in your life. You probably already know what to do, and you are just not doing it yet,
A.Ask instead of guessing. |
B.Practise reading minds more. |
C.Sometimes you have a bad day. |
D.But it doesn't have to be that way. |
E.And say no if you really don't have the time. |
F.Just take three minutes to clean up the room you are in. |
G.but the longer you wait,the worse the tension inside becomes. |
Fire extinguishers are marked according to the kind of fire on which they should be used. Using the wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous and make things worse.
Type A extinguishers are used for fires on paper, cloth, wood, rubber, many plastics and so on. These types of fires usually leave ashes when they burn, so use Type A extinguishers for fire s that leave ashes.
Type B extinguishers are used for burning liquids, such as oil, gasoline, and paints. These substances often come in barrel-shaped (桶形的) containers, so use Type B extinguishers for such barrels.
Type C extinguishers are used for electrical fires. Electricity travels in a circuit (电路) , so use Type C extinguishers for circuits.
Remember, A Is for Ashes, B is for Barrels, and C I s for Circuits. Make sure you have the correct type of fire extinguisher before you try to use it.
Using a Fire ExtinguisherTo help you remember how to use a fire extinguisher, learn PAPS. PAPS stands for Pull, Aim, Press, and Sweep.
Pull the pin (销) at the top of the extinguisher cylinder (圆筒) .
Aim the nozzle (喷嘴) at the base of the fire.
Press the handle.
Sweep the spray (喷雾) from side-to-side at the fire’s base until it goes out.
1. What should you do before using a fire extinguisher?A.Check whether it is in good condition. |
B.Check whether you have chosen a right one. |
C.Make sure you have an instructor beside you. |
D.Make sure you have mastered the way to use one. |
A.Becomes bigger. | B.Stops burning. | C.Keeps shining. | D.Leaves a building. |
A.entertain | B.persuade | C.inform | D.comment |
3 . It’s normal for teenagers to feel nervous, but if nervousness prevents you from speaking up in class or making friends, you may have a common condition known as social anxiety disorder. To overcome it, you need to take some measures.
Practice deep breathing to ease anxiety. If anxiety hits before a presentation or right before the bell rings to change, take a few deep breaths to calm down.
Try to make eye contact and smile at people. Making casual conversation with other kids at school may seem too difficult.
Channel your anxiety into a creative activity.
Practice exposing yourself to fearsome situations gradually.
A.Sign up for a band, drama, or art. |
B.Talk to trusted ones and ask for their help. |
C.Thus, avoid face-to-face communication at first. |
D.You can’t expect to be free of anxiety overnight. |
E.You can start by trying to present yourself as approachable. |
F.Sit down with a trusted person and list the situations that cause anxiety. |
G.This is a handy tool you can always use to get a handle on your anxiety. |
4 . How to Show Respect
Whether you’re talking to your best friend or a stranger, respecting them shows that you’re kind and considerate.
●Listen to others.
Practice active listening to show you respect others.
●Confirm (肯定) people’s opinions.
When you’re talking to someone, confirm their opinions in your own words. You can also mention their achievements to let them know you see how hard they’ve worked. You could say something like, “What you just said was really cool.
●Apologize when you’re in the wrong.
It shows a great deal of maturity (成熟). If you mess up, a simple “I’m sorry” goes a long way. Try not to make excuses for yourself.
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Stick to your word. If you commit (承诺) to an event or make plans with someone, come through on your end of the deal. Being reliable shows respect for people’s time. Have your materials in order and complete all the necessary work ahead of time. Just say no if you can’t commit. It can be tough at first, but it’s better to be honest.
A.Do what you say you’ll do. |
B.Wait to talk instead of merely listening. |
C.I can tell you’ve thought a lot about this topic. |
D.Watch and be quiet when someone else is talking. |
E.Below are some easy ways to show respect in your life. |
F.Excuses are useless if you want to correct your mistakes. |
G.It might also be helpful to have a plan to avoid such mistakes again. |
1. What is the speaker doing?
A.Teaching a class. | B.Reporting a study. | C.Chairing a meeting. |
A.Reading. | B.Listening. | C.Writing. |
A.It keeps information secret. |
B.It leaves space for future use. |
C.It makes key words noticeable. |
A.How to get to New York. |
B.How to enter for a course. |
C.How to get a driving licence. |
7 . Although most empty plastic bottles are thrown, there are actually many other ways you can reuse them other than drinking.
When making biscuits, did you just realize you didn’t have any tools to cut them? You just need a small or large plastic bottle depending on your needs. First cut the bottle into half.
Do you find it challenging to separate eggs?
Want to remove flies in your garden safely? Use plastic bottles. Cut the bottle into half and place a sweet syrup (糖浆) at the bottom. Then place the top in the bottom so that the bottle mouth faces down. The fly will be attracted to the smell and fly into the bottle hole. Once in the bottle, the fly will climb through a narrow opening without thinking about how to get out and eventually dies.
Air conditionerSometimes, the fan removes hot air and does not cool the room but now we have a solution!
A.The trap |
B.The harm of flies |
C.Pour the water out from the large bottles |
D.You can solve this problem with plastic bottles |
E.Fill two large bottles with water and turn into ice |
F.And then you just take one of two parts to cut the cookies |
G.They allow you to recycle creatively for a variety of purposes |
8 . Managing Pre-Exam Anxiety
Experiencing anxiety before an exam is common.
Make regular physical activity part of your daily routine to reduce stress and improve your mood. Include relaxation exercises in your routine. Deep breathing exercises can calm you down. Progressive muscle relaxation, where you tense and then slowly release each muscle group, can also relieve tension.
Use effective study techniques to maximize your learning. Break down complex topics into simpler parts and use mnemonic devices to remember key facts.
Talk about your feelings with friends, family, or teachers. They can offer support and advice.
A.Challenge negative thoughts |
B.Come up with some cheerful ideas |
C.Group study sessions can also be helpful |
D.Meditation and mindfulness can help you stay focused |
E.When you were seized with tension, talk to your parents |
F.Managing this stress effectively is crucial for performing well |
G.If your anxiety feels overwhelming, consider talking to the counselor |
9 . Have you promised that your are going to get healthier? Maybe you want to lose weight, get stronger and have more energy. Maybe you are under the doctor’s orders to eat right and take exercise more. Well, those all sound great.But with so many choices, it can be hard to get started.
Eat right. Healthy eating is harder than before. Now many supermarkets or restaurants are packed with unhealthy choices that cause weight gain and weaken energy. Over time, making poor food choices can cause illness. But you don’t have to be concerned about it.
Keep healthy.
A.Sleep well. |
B.Choose happiness. |
C.So here are healthy tips that you can follow. |
D.Eat natural and organic foods as often as possible. |
E.That is not a group you want to be a part of. |
F.So tell someone you love how you feel about them. |
G.People who often take exercise are generally happier and healthier than people who don’t. |
10 . This summer, climate change continues to push Earth’s weather to extremes.
Protect your skin — it’s the body’s cooling system. Your skin and related tissues are incredibly designed to move warm blood away from your core to keep your vital organs cool. Any damage to your skin or the underlying tissue prevents your body from being able to air condition itself. To protect your skin, start with sunscreen.
Wear materials that will help your body breathe.
Hydrate before, during and after exercise. Dehydration can really happen to you.
A.Don’t eat right before you head out. |
B.Try more heat-friendly forms of exercise. |
C.The type of suitable clothing you wear can also help you stay cool. |
D.But high outside temperatures in a dry climate can also be dangerous. |
E.Is a daytime run or bike ride in hot summer weather OK for our bodies? |
F.And consider wearing sun-protective clothing that blocks the sun, and include a hat. |
G.Make sure you are drinking water at least an hour before you head out to exercise. |