1 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Parents should help their children understand money. The best time to teach a child anything about money is when he shows an interest. So you may start talking about money when your child shows a（n）     1     in buying things, candy or toys, for example.

1. The basic function of money

Explain the basic function of money by showing how people trade money for goods or services. It is important to show your child how money is traded for the thing he wants to have. If he wants to have a toy, give him the money and let him     2     the money to the cashier. Talk about how the money bought the thing after you leave the toy store. When your child grows a bit older and understands the basic function of money，you can start explaining more     3     ways of using money.

2. Money lessons

Approach money lessons with openness and     4    . Tell your child why he can—or cannot-have certain things. If you must say no to a child's     5     to spend money，explain，"You have enough toy trucks for now. "Or，if the request is for many different things，say，"You have to make a     6     between this toy and that toy."

3. Wise decision

Begin at the grocery store. Pick     7     brands of a product a name-brand butter and a generic（无商标产品），for example. You can show your child how to make choices between different     8     of a product so that you can save money.     9     the child to choose between them. If he chooses the cheaper brand，allow him to make another     10     with the money saved. Later，you may explain how the more expensive choice leaves less money for other purchases.

2 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. 6%

A. breaks 　　　B. viewing 　　　C. texting 　　　D. complaining E. symptoms　　　 F. connected　　　 G. physical

The next time you’re riding a subway or bus, pay attention to your fellow passengers. Chances are you’ll see plenty of them with their heads down, tapping the screens of their tablets or         1     on their smartphones. While these folks may be making good use of their time by staying     2    , their bodies are paying a heavy price for such convenience.

As hand-held devices such as smartphones and tablets are becoming more common, users are reporting some new     3     problems. Florida chiropractor (脊椎按摩师) Dean Fishman began noticing an increased number of his patients     4     of neck and shoulder pain. He traced these     5     to the overuse of hand-held devices, specifically the action of bending the neck, and created the term “Text Neck.” As if the painful symptoms weren’t bad enough, Fishman warns that an untreated case of Text Neck could lead to permanent spinal (脊柱的) damage. He founded the Text Neck Institute in an effort to treat and educate those suffering from Text Neck. Treatments offered there include chiropractic care, physical therapy, massage therapy and exercise planning.

In order to avoid or reduce the possibility of getting Text Neck, use the following basic principles:

Avoid awkward positioning. Don’t strain (滥用) your neck, and stay aware of how your body is positioned in relation to the device.

Take frequent     6     when using any kind of mobile device.

When using a tablet, use a case that can back up the device at comfortable viewing angle.

For those who simply can’t take their eyes off their devices, there is an ironic twist – downloading a special app（应用程序）could help. Dr. Fishman has released an app called the Text Neck Indicator App, which measures the angle of your smartpphone. When the angle is appropriate, a green light appears in the upper corner of your screen. But when the angle puts you at risk for neck strain, the light turns red, obliging you to adjust your angle.

3 . Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A. adapt 　　　B. conventions 　　　C. classified 　　D. crucial 　　E. diagnosed F. intellectual 　　G. issues　　 H. literary 　　I. miss 　　J. repeated　　 K. trials

Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, affects how people communicate with and relate to others. Most people with autism don’t understand some of the basic social     1     that others take for granted. They might have trouble making eye contact, holding a conversation, or recognizing gestures. And over one-third of people with ASD are nonverbal, meaning they don’t use speech. Along with communication     2    , people with autism often like to follow certain patterns or     3     behaviors. Many are sensitive to bright light or loud noises, and others have physical problems, like trouble walking or picking up small objects. Some have     4     disabilities, but about half have average or above average IQs. It’s also common for people with autism to have a great long-term memory for certain details, and many excel in math, science, music, or art.

With such a wide variety of symptoms, no two people with ASD are alike. The behaviors vary so much that they used to be     5     as different disorders. One was Asperger Syndrome, where people obsess over particular topics,     6    nonverbal social cues, and may not understand appropriate social behaviors.

Even though there’s no cure for ASD, therapy and medication can help people adjust. Scientists are also doing clinical     7     to find other solutions. They’ve learned that 1 out of every 68 children in the US has the disorder, but they still aren’t sure what causes it. No matter why it happens, ASD is being     8     at a higher rate every year. This doesn’t mean it’s becoming more common. It just means more people are aware of the condition and getting professional help early, and awareness is     9    . The more we learn about autism, the more we can understand and relate to those who have it.

It’s important to note that people with ASD deserve the same respect, fairness and chances that people without ASD receive. This will help people with ASD     10     and grow in our communities.

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The price of travel can change a great deal throughout the year so try to avoid     1     holiday seasons. It can also be cheaper if you     2     in advance. Before setting off, make sure you do as much research about your     3     as you can. Label your     4     clearly so that they can be easily identified as yours. It can be useful to store a copy of your     5     in an easily seen place so that the airline will know where to find you if your     6     gets lost.

5 .

The impact of bullying behavior is not confined to geographic boundaries. Negative impacts and lessons learned can be found across the world. To share the work being done outside the United States, StopBullying.gov is honored to highlight the work of Ditch(抛弃) the Label in the United Kingdom and its CEO Liam Hackett.

Imagine that you have just     1     a young person bullying one of his peers. How would you respond? Our     2     is often to punish the ‘bully’ and to     3     emotional support and reassurance to the ‘victim’. This is what has been used in many cases of bullying – punishment and reactive support.

What if I tell you that there are new and more effective ways of tackling the issue? Ways in which bullying could be prevented from happening in the first place?

Firstly, I would like you to     4     the words ‘bully’ and ‘victim’ from your vocabulary. At Ditch the Label, we never use either of those words to describe somebody because bullying is a behavior and not an identity. Society has certain     5     about those words that can be     6     damaging and frequently discourage people from reaching out for help. We already know that those who are identified as being a ‘bully’ are twice as likely to engage in crime later on in life.

We     7     8,850 young people aged 12-25 in the United Kingdom and we know that people who bully others are more likely to have difficulties at home, and probably have recently experienced something traumatic or     8     and aren’t dealing with it in positive ways. As a result, their physical and mental health suffers, with 29% feeling constantly physically ill. The similarity with those who have been bullied is clear – 27% report feeling constantly physically ill.

Finally, the support for the person being bullied is     9     and should never be ignored. But instead of punishing the person doing the bullying, try to find the root issues and help them through. This takes time and patience, but by helping them overcome their issues, you are     10     preventing numerous other people from being bullied.

6 . Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. covers   B. process     C. accomplish   D. grand E. consume     F. physics G. consistently        H. spare I. overcomes     J. continue       K. especially

How to Stick to Good Habits by Using the “2-Minute Rule”

Most of the tasks that you procrastinate on (that is to say, you postpone doing what you should be doing,) aren’t actually difficult to do — you have the talent and skills to     1     them- you just avoid starting them for one reason or another. The 2-Minute Rule     2     procrastination and laziness by making it so easy to start taking action that you can’t say no. It might sound like this strategy is too basic for your     3     life goals, but I beg to differ. It works for any goal because of one simple reason: the

    4    of real life.

As Sir Isaac Newton taught us a long time ago, objects at rest tend to stay at rest and objects in motion tend to stay in motion. This is just as true for humans as it is for falling apples. Once you start doing something, it，s easier to     5     doing it. I love the 2-Minute Rule because it takes up the idea that all sorts of good things happen once you get started.

The most important part of any new habit is getting started — not just the first time, but each time. It’s not about performance, it’s about     6     taking action. In many ways, getting started is more important than succeeding. This is     7     true in- the beginning because there will be plenty of time to improve your performance later on. The 2-Minute Rule isn’t about the results you achieve, but rather about the     8     of actually doing the work. I can，t guarantee whether or not the 2-Minute Rule will work for you. But, I can guarantee that it will never work if you never try it.

The problem with most articles you read, podcasts you listen to, or videos you watch is that you     9     the information but never put it into practice. I want this article to be different. I want you to actually use this information, right now. What’s something you can do that will take you less than two minutes? Do it right now. Anyone can     10     the next 120 seconds. Use this time to get one thing done.

Go.

7 . Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Designing an exhibition is a vast understanding. It is a complex and demanding activity of making     1     accessible through means of interpretation and translation. It requires the conscious arrangement of many parts, both     2     and moving, necessary in creating meaningful experiences for visitors in physical spaces. The exhibition begins with a story to tell, a lesson to teach or a collection of artifacts or artworks to     3    . In other words, an exhibition is intended to inform, to educate or to entertain. Some exhibitions are meant to encourage thinking.

Exhibition design involves the process of finding appropriate form and expression for any content. However, the process of bringing any project to reality requires the work of many     4       from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise. This process typically requires a good     5     of competing interests, ideas and opinions held by participants. These include curators (馆长), educators, architects, content developers, graphic（图画的）designers and exhibition designers.

All exhibitions, regardless of topic, share the inherent dialectics（内在联系） between the     6     of the presenter and the experiences of the viewers. Who is displaying what and for whom? Exhibitions provide the bones for learning, exploring and interacting. They take visitors on journey and near and far---making the inaccessible accessible, and the commonplace     7    .

The basic building blocks of an exhibition are five ----artifacts, words, physical design, graphic design and lightning. Many exhibitions, of course, have additional, often very significant component---audio, video, mechanical and computer interaction, live actors etc. Of course, graphic design---often primarily typography（文字印刷）---is the carrier and transmitter. Through typography the words have a     8     presence and through the words the concept of the exhibition and the interpretation of the artifacts are expressed most     9    .

Visitors come to an exhibition, often like foreigners in a new land, not knowing what to     10    . Words, conveyed through typography, are their tools and maps for understanding. The typography and the texts must be attracting at the beginning and throughout the exhibition.

8 . Directions：Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Job seekers should know the rules of labor market before they try to find a proper job. Most career organizations     1     three stages for graduates to follow the process of securing a suitable career: recognizing abilities, matching these to available jobs and presenting them well to possible employers.

Job seekers have to make a careful assessment of their abilities. One area of assessment should be of their     2     qualifications, which include special skills within their subject area. Graduates should also consider their own values and attitudes. An honest assessment of personal interests and abilities such as creative skills, or skills acquired from work experience, should also be given careful     3    .

The second stage is to study the opportunities which are available for employment. To do this, graduates can study job and     4     information in newspapers, or they can pay a visit to a careers office, write to friends or relatives who may already be     5     in a particular profession. After studying all the various     6    , they should be in a position to make informed comparisons between various careers.

Good personal     7     is essential in the search for a good career. Job application forms should be filled in carefully and correctly, without grammar of spelling errors. They should also prepare properly by finding out all they can about the possible employer. When     8     information is asked for, job seekers should describe their abilities and work experience in more depth, as well as     9     their own abilities with the employer’s needs, explain why they are interested in a career with the     10     company and try to show that they already know something about the company and its activities. Interviewees should try to give positive answers and not be afraid of asking questions about anything they are unsure about.

9 . Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. willingness B. loyal C. priority D. figure E. acknowledging F. interaction G. academic   H. drain I. stress   J. tense K. convincing

Dealing with Difficult Relationships

Everyone has at least one awkward or     1     relationship. It may be with somebody who will     2     your energy whenever you are with them. Or worse, it could be someone who always cuts you down. This person may be a family member or even a friend. No matter who it is, it’s necessary that you learn to set boundaries for yourself. Otherwise this kind of relationship can chip away at your self-esteem.

Setting boundaries for difficult relationships starts by     3     how you are affected by the relationship. Do they bring you closer to your goals or pull you farther away? For example, it’s time to study for tomorrow’s test. But your friend wants to take you to a party. Here, setting boundaries will help protect your     4     goals.

Next, decide how much time you should spend with these people. It’s easy to overcommit yourself. But it’s difficult to help others if you forget to protect your own     5    .

How do you know if a relationship is unhealthy, and it’s time to set boundaries? Here are a few practical questions to ask yourself.

1. How does this relationship affect me?

Every     6     can affect you positively or negatively. For example, someone who pressures you to something you’re not comfortable doing will     7     you out. But a friend who considers how you feel will respect your     8     to try something new.

2. Why am I in this relationship in the first place?

People may try to keep you in an unhealthy relationship. By     9     you it’s your obligation or duty, you forget about your own needs. Sadly, by remaining     10     to these people, you forget who you are. You allow them to take advantage of you or even belittle you.

Settling boundaries requires taking a long, honest look at yourself. By saying “no” to harmful patterns in relationships, you say “yes” to a healthier you.

10 . Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

Overcoming Obstacles: How Your Biggest Failure Can Lead to Your Success

There’s been a lot written on the theme of failure and how essential it is to success. In a world where     1     is given for people’s accomplishments, failing feels dangerous. The fear of failure can stop people taking risks that might lead to success.

Heidi Grant Halvorson, a psychologist, points out much of success is     2     not on talent but on learning from your mistakes.

About half of the people in the world hold that ability in an area --- be it creative or social skill --- is natural. The other half believes, instead, that someone might have a preference or something --- say painting or speaking foreign languages --- but this ability can be improved through     3     practice or training.

It’s almost impossible to think rationally (理性地) while shouting at yourself, “I’m a failure”. But when you     4     your thinking, you will probably see what you can control --- your behavior, your planning, your reactions --- and change them.

The primary     5     between successful people and unsuccessful people is that the successful people fail more. If you see failure as a monster approaching you, take another look.

Success is as scary as failure. Researchers report that satisfaction grows on challenges. Think about it --- a computer game you can always win is boring; one you can win     6    , and with considerable effort, is fun. In pursuit of success, failure exposes areas that you need to     7    . So the failure serves as a brick wall to test how you apply yourself to     8     your objectives and how much you want them.

There is a way to distinguish whether a failure     9     you to double down or walk away, says Halvorson. If, when things get rough, you remain fascinated by your goal, you should keep going. If what you’re doing is costing you too much time and energy or it’s not bringing you joy, you should give a second thought to the     10     of your goal and even set a new one.