1 . Heat waves area fact of summer. When one hits, Manhattan turns into a concrete desert; even my dog is affected. The moment Millie
I recalled the
Finally we arrived. Millie settled herself for a nap (打盹) in the
I saw dogs were everywhere, relaxing, stretching or just sitting
Millie was right. What was all the
A day when nothing happened and I felt
A.measures | B.recognizes | C.compares | D.senses |
A.mess | B.effort | C.turn | D.attempt |
A.everything | B.nothing | C.anything | D.something |
A.freezing | B.mild | C.roasting | D.damp |
A.set out | B.rushed out | C.stood by | D.passed by |
A.tripped | B.hesitated | C.failed | D.waited |
A.crowd | B.bush | C.shelter | D.shade |
A.exercise | B.play | C.rest | D.priority |
A.excitedly | B.peacefully | C.confidently | D.independently |
A.pushed | B.awoke | C.sunned | D.persuaded |
A.bend | B.grow | C.fall | D.whisper |
A.hurry | B.confusion | C.annoyance | D.chaos |
A.chance | B.break | C.walk | D.shower |
A.widened | B.rubbed | C.closed | D.rolled |
A.content | B.relaxed | C.defeated | D.lost |
2 . We may have heard that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Now, a man
Cooper attended Storer College from 1934 to 1938, but life condition
In Philadelphia, Cooper worked to help his mother pay the bills and he was
But now, after 84 years, Cooper was
The whole thing was a dream come true for Cooper, who now
A.proved | B.found | C.provided | D.counted |
A.habit | B.belief | C.goal | D.challenge |
A.caught | B.received | C.left | D.opened |
A.donation | B.sport | C.meeting | D.ceremony |
A.arrange | B.cancel | C.expect | D.change |
A.saved | B.prevented | C.rescued | D.protected |
A.degree | B.fame | C.diploma | D.living |
A.show | B.offer | C.buy | D.pay |
A.enough | B.meaningful | C.inspiring | D.reasonable |
A.refuse | B.afford | C.choose | D.hope |
A.ordered | B.forced | C.encouraged | D.promised |
A.appointed | B.treated | C.voted | D.hired |
A.boring | B.fruitful | C.sincere | D.annoying |
A.eventually | B.eagerly | C.thoroughly | D.frequently |
A.experience | B.adventure | C.career | D.hobby |
A.immediately | B.finally | C.actually | D.absolutely |
A.shock | B.disappoint | C.interest | D.surprise |
A.come across | B.wipe out | C.hold back | D.cheer up |
A.displays | B.reaches | C.demonstrates | D.cares |
A.calmer | B.warmer | C.richer | D.happier |
3 . In 2019, Thierry Henry, a bus driver, found there was a rise in bike thefts in his city, Reykjavik. Rather than
The 44-year-old has helped return hundreds of stolen bikes in the past 4 years. His social media account has over 14, 500 members and helps people track down more than just lost bikes. His page
Initially, Henry would deal with the thieves with anger. However, over time, he realized that most of the thefts were driven out of
From this moment onward, he reached out to the thieves, offering help and
“It’s like a
Thanks to Henry, everyone’s looking out.
1.A.admit | B.claim | C.accept | D.realize |
A.hands | B.eyes | C.feet | D.bodies |
A.loyal | B.honest | C.rightful | D.careless |
A.belongs | B.extends | C.relates | D.listens |
A.cautious | B.generous | C.fearless | D.noble |
A.owners | B.makers | C.thieves | D.sellers |
A.hatred | B.shame | C.passion | D.poverty |
A.regretful | B.negative | C.guilty | D.desperate |
A.level with | B.live with | C.side with | D.compromise with |
A.guidance | B.inspiration | C.cooperation | D.investment |
A.plan | B.occupation | C.habit | D.approach |
A.Abruptly | B.Naturally | C.Unwillingly | D.Amazingly |
A.assist | B.trust | C.engage | D.drag |
A.dream | B.snowball | C.rainbow | D.balloon |
A.quotes | B.writes | C.comments | D.announces |
4 . A Maryland couple stranded (滞留) without food in the freezing cold on a Virginia highway. They were getting
After almost 21 hours of being
“I didn’t think it would
“It felt incredible just hearing people say thank you and hearing them so
A.farther | B.hungrier | C.poorer | D.angrier |
A.hit | B.rescued | C.stuck | D.fined |
A.seeking | B.having | C.limiting | D.allowing |
A.spotted | B.rented | C.searched | D.repaired |
A.cheering | B.begging | C.joking | D.struggling |
A.job | B.shelter | C.gift | D.bite |
A.provide | B.prepare | C.store | D.select |
A.occasionally | B.suddenly | C.actually | D.routinely |
A.credit | B.amusement | C.surprise | D.honor |
A.loan | B.call | C.request | D.visit |
A.bread | B.cash | C.flyers | D.permits |
A.bookings | B.comments | C.schedules | D.deliveries |
A.put away | B.given out | C.cut up | D.hunted for |
A.honored | B.concerned | C.generous | D.relieved |
A.hardest | B.kindest | C.proudest | D.longest |
5 . A 40-year-old mom has entered the history books by becoming the first female Olympian ever to complete a full triathlon in under 8 hours—smashing the world record by over 40 minutes.
Two-time Olympic Nicola Spirig
She accomplished the
The
“Nicola has
Beyond
A.crossed | B.approached | C.completed | D.blocked |
A.task | B.journey | C.distance | D.achievement |
A.launched | B.impacted | C.ended | D.changed |
A.dealing with | B.carrying on | C.participating in | D.retiring from |
A.unique | B.significant | C.typical | D.ultimate |
A.protect | B.compete | C.charge | D.fight |
A.All | B.Many | C.Both | D.Most |
A.ambitious | B.temporary | C.remarkable | D.personal |
A.impressive | B.reasonable | C.individual | D.specific |
A.ignored | B.identified | C.restricted | D.challenged |
A.reputation | B.honor | C.determination | D.teamwork |
A.Quitting | B.Realizing | C.Pursuing | D.Valuing |
A.barrier | B.promise | C.rule | D.balance |
A.winning | B.changing | C.giving | D.adopting |
A.organized | B.advocated | C.sponsored | D.entered |
American football can be pretty competitive. From old opponents to fan drama, it’s just another part of the game. There have even been all-out violent fights in the name of defending your team. However, one high school football player Mario Hoefer showed that his love for the sport didn’t take priority over helping a person in need.
One afternoon in September, Charles City High School football team Mario was on faced nearby New Hampton in a Friday football game. Mario was captain of his team and Carter the quarterback of the opposing team.
It was really foggy and awfully hot. Filled with excited audience in the stands, the stadium felt like a heated steamer. Every player was we win sweat even during the warm-ups. All this meant the game would be a tough one and a test or the mind and body of both teams.
Soon the game began and for the first three quarters, each team seemed to have a chance to win and they took the lead by turns. So exhausted was Mario running back and forth that he cramped (抽筋) up twice. Each time he got a cramp near the New Hampton sideline, his teammates came to his assistance and stretched his leg to ease the cramp. Though feeling uncomfortable and worn out, Mario soldiered on as Charles City protected a slim lead and New Hampton attempted a late comeback.
In the fourth quarter, Mario saw his teammates across the field break up a crucial pass intended for Carter. Mario was about to cross over to the other side of the field to high five his teammates when he noticed that beside him, Carter fell onto the ground, screaming in pain, his eyes wide open and a look of panic on his face. Carter grabbed his left calf (小腿肚), trying to move his leg in different positions. Judging from Carter’s desperate expression, Mario realized Carter was possibly experiencing an unbearable cramp just as he himself had gone through minutes before. But the New Hampton players were farther away from the quarterback.
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Mario knew what to do next.
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The photo was posted on social media.
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7 . In the community of Mudgeeraba, a remarkable story has occurred, displaying a more connected society.
Living far from her own family and with her husband having no parents left, Nina, a new mom, was feeling the weight of
Nina put out a heartfelt
Since their initial meeting six months ago, Christine has lovingly
The unexpected
A.mistrust | B.intervention | C.prejudice | D.loneliness |
A.answering | B.longing | C.preparing | D.arranging |
A.assistance | B.promise | C.respect | D.recognition |
A.debatable | B.familiar | C.courageous | D.generous |
A.statement | B.option | C.proposal | D.request |
A.unappealing | B.convincing | C.heartwarming | D.confusing |
A.comments | B.responses | C.discussions | D.investigations |
A.professional | B.relative | C.employer | D.match |
A.channel | B.babysitter | C.witness | D.standard |
A.departure | B.affection | C.absence | D.objection |
A.reflected upon | B.taken on | C.set aside | D.applied for |
A.worries | B.remembers | C.denies | D.feels |
A.limit | B.title | C.message | D.prize |
A.discovery | B.adventure | C.bond | D.reunion |
A.releasing | B.exposing | C.encouraging | D.illustrating |
Although Anderson started his business with strong passion, his business broke down just after several months, He didn’t start any new work ever since. His teacher got to know about that and called him to his home.
The teacher asked, “Why don’t you start some other work?”
Anderson replied. “I gave my everything to my business and yet it didn’t make it.”
The teacher tried to comfort him, saying “But that’s life. Sometimes we get success and sometimes we don’t. This doesn’t mean that we stop working.”
“What’s the significance of doing work, when I can’t be sure of success?” Anderson re-plied with a bit of annoyance.
The teacher took Anderson to a room and showed him a dead tomato plant. Confused. Anderson said, “It’s dead. Why are you showing it to me?”
The teacher replied, “When I sowed its seed, I did everything right for it. I watered it, fertilized it, sprayed it with pesticide (杀虫剂). I took great care of it but it still died.” He paused for a while and then continued. “Doing work is the same... No matter how hard you try, you cannot decide what happens in the end. However, you can control those things in your hands. Just do your best!”
Anderson asked, “But if there is no guarantee of success then what’s the use of doing anything?”
The teacher said. “You’d better not think like that...”
“What’s wrong with that... I have given so much hard work, so much money, so much times if success is only a matter of chance, then what is the use of doing so much?” said Anderson, being about to leave.
Just then the teacher stopped him and said, “Before you leave, I want to show you one more thing.”
Paragraph 1:Leading by the teacher, Anderson came to another room, opening the door.
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It was at that very moment that Anderson read the lesson of success.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________9 . I found a brown bag outside after our move. “Grass Seed,” it said in big letters. My husband and I
Near our new house sat a charming cottage, which was
While we waited for our grass to grow — or not — we
But after a monsoon (季风) swept through, I woke up to a beautiful morning and looked out the window. There was no grass growing in the sunlight.
A.sought | B.spread | C.collected | D.removed |
A.remain | B.last | C.dry | D.root |
A.need | B.intention | C.decision | D.agreement |
A.rented | B.given | C.sold | D.introduced |
A.green | B.advertise | C.fill up | D.look after |
A.help | B.chance | C.service | D.accommodation |
A.pretended | B.decided | C.understood | D.prayed |
A.naturally | B.hardly | C.gradually | D.temporarily |
A.uncertainty | B.potential | C.danger | D.untidiness |
A.locals | B.employers | C.regulars | D.gardeners |
A.proud | B.grateful | C.curious | D.stressed |
A.house renting | B.yard cleaning | C.keeping house | D.growing grass |
A.Otherwise | B.Instead | C.Besides | D.Therefore |
A.imagined | B.designed | C.remembered | D.appreciated |
A.test | B.memory | C.reminder | D.choice |
10 . Seven years ago, my wife bought me a terrific birthday present. For $70, she
My
I
We need to
And who doesn’t need to have
A.sold | B.offered | C.guaranteed | D.rented |
A.use | B.access | C.storage | D.entrance |
A.comment | B.difference | C.charge | D.way |
A.measure | B.decorate | C.design | D.operate |
A.initial | B.risky | C.heavy | D.wise |
A.responsibility | B.qualification | C.ambition | D.experience |
A.occupied | B.divided | C.beloved | D.possessed |
A.lecturers | B.strangers | C.farmers | D.competitors |
A.harvest | B.irrigate | C.grow | D.classify |
A.waste | B.collect | C.earn | D.invest |
A.habit | B.value | C.room | D.time |
A.calm down | B.appeal to | C.connect with | D.believe in |
A.doubt | B.curiosity | C.care | D.dignity |
A.fun | B.money | C.fame | D.fortune |
A.tolerant | B.specific | C.positive | D.convenient |