It was the second day I left my lovely hometown for the city to live with my grandfather, who was taking me to the supermarket for the first time.
“I forgot. You’ve never seen a supermarket before, have you?”
I shook my head, indicating indifference to the surroundings.
“Imagine it like this,” Grandfather said, “This store’s speaking to you. It is telling you some of the new things that you’ve never learned.” I did not understand.
“A trading post in a remote town only shows you a small part of the world. This store speaks of a world that is a very big place.”
“So I should just forget my roots, is that it?” Angry and upset, I was expressing my reluctance to live here.
“Absolutely not. Carry it with you, so that you may freely navigate in both worlds, big and small.”
Ignoring words from him, my gaze fell on a woman selecting some green apples. I thought so what if it’s a big world, but I’d rather purchase whatever in a trading post for they only stocked one type of apples, at least all ripe!
Noticing the expressions on my face, Grandfather chuckled. He gracefully walked over to the table where the green apples were and selected half a dozen.
“You’ll get a stomachache if you consume green apples,” I said.
Grandfather appeared as though he was going to laugh again, but he didn’t.
There was no word any more. I followed him while Grandfather filled the cart with our necessities, encountering numerous new items. I was burning to ask him what those strange foods were, and what their flavors and origins were. However, I kept it in my mind that I was supposed to be bored and uninterested in anything, thus, keeping silent all the way.
As we exited the supermarket, Grandfather was smiling as if he understood some private jokes. About halfway back, he gestured for me to stop, bending over to find the plastic bag.
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Paragraph 1: He picked out a green apple.
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Paragraph 2: With his words in mind I couldn’t help taking a bite, too. _
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2 . 学校英语俱乐部正在举办线上论坛。本期主题是 Einstein的名言“Try not to become a man of success, but rather try to become a man of value.”。请你用英语写一篇短文参与网上发帖活动, 内容包括:
1.解释这句话的含义;
2. 给合事例谈一下你的理解。
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Being a person of value
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3 . I love persimmons (柿子). The sweet, bright orange fruit indicates the coming of autumn in Iran, where I grew up. Persimmons can’t grow just anywhere, but they do grow in California, where I now live. A few years ago, preparing to travel from San Francisco to Boston, I packed two persimmons, one of which I ate in the departure hall, waiting for boarding.
At this point, a lady came up, asking where the fruit was purchased. She looked a bit disappointed when hearing it couldn’t be gained at the airport and returned to her seat on the other end of the hall. “I can give the second persimmon away”, I thought to myself. When I offered her the fruit, she at first opposed, but when I insisted, she was visibly glad and appreciatively accepted. I went back to my seat, happy to have made someone else happy, and that, as far as I was concerned, was the end of the story.
Sometime during the flight, the lady caught up with me to thank me again. She shared that she had grown up in Japan, where there was a persimmon tree in the yard of her childhood home. She now lived in Boston, where she hadn’t been able to find the fruit. The taste of this persimmon was precious to her, reconnecting her with memories of her relatives.
Only then did the impact of this tiny act of generosity dawn on me. I am so moved to this day that the taste of the persimmon I never ate gives me more joy than all the ones I have eaten, combined.
My experience is not unique. Research has shown that acts of generosity for others make us happier than treating ourselves. A 2008 study by Harvard Business School professor Michael Norton and colleagues found that despite participants’ predictions to the contrary, giving money to someone else increased their own happiness more than spending it on themselves.
1. Why was the lady so grateful?| A．She found the persimmon special. |
| B．She missed persimmons so much. |
| C．She shared her experience with the author. |
| D．She recalled the memories with her family. |
| A．By clarifying a concept. | B．By making a contrast. |
| C．By giving examples. | D．By making proposals. |
| A．Modest. | B．Caring. | C．Mean. | D．Demanding. |
| A．The Joy of Generosity | B．An Unforgettable Experience |
| C．Giving is Better Than Receiving | D．The Impact of a Tiny Act |
4 . Mr. Johnson lived in the woods with his wife and children. He owned a farm, which looked almost abandoned.
5 . Over the last summer I volunteered at a summer camp for children ages 5 through 12. Every day for six weeks I
In the beginning I helped with a
For the
For the first summer I was doing something that
During this unique opportunity of giving a
| A．used | B．produced | C．wasted | D．accumulated |
| A．Though | B．Because | C．Once | D．If |
| A．knowledge | B．sense | C．duty | D．sight |
| A．any | B．ones | C．these | D．those |
| A．grade | B．group | C．class | D．pack |
| A．campers | B．volunteers | C．teachers | D．guides |
| A．many | B．some | C．much | D．other |
| A．next | B．old | C．previous | D．future |
| A．prevented | B．restricted | C．advised | D．prepared |
| A．to | B．in | C．for | D．of |
| A．directly | B．first | C．politely | D．slow |
| A．spirit | B．view | C．state | D．shape |
| A．bring about | B．result from | C．find out | D．let out |
| A．defeated | B．benefited | C．regretted | D．interested |
| A．opportunity | B．relationship | C．difference | D．satisfaction |
| A．small | B．valuable | C．boring | D．major |
| A．short | B．worth | C．necessary | D．unique |
| A．particularly | B．merely | C．especially | D．thoroughly |
| A．vary | B．improve | C．increase | D．develop |
| A．create | B．struggle | C．appear | D．survive |
6 . When I was about 4 years old, I decided to go to Disney World. For most young kids, it’s a normal request, but I had cerebral palsy (脑瘫). Walking into anywhere, let alone a crowded place like Disney World was, to put it lightly, a tall order. Luckily, I had people in my corner to help me. Over the next three years, I worked with physical doctors, acquired a walker, and practiced walking, standing, and balance — all skills that I would need to turn my goal into a reality.
I remember the feeling when my legs would protest doing any more work. Despite this, everyone else told me I could do it, so I kept it up. It was all because of people like my parents, brothers, teachers, and doctors that I was able to grow so much, both physically and mentally. Constantly pushing me to “walk on,” yet encouraging me whenever I needed it.
On June 9, 2008, as I stood in the tunnel leading into Main Street, my dad asked me if I wanted any help. I instantly replied, “No!” and situated myself facing the end of the tunnel, feet planted firmly, heart most likely beating out of my chest. Then I went, walking ever so slowly at first, then gradually speeding up. Step, step, step, step, bump. Holding fast onto the handlebars, I gathered up all my strength, picked up my walker and straightened out, picking up my pace once again. It wasn’t too long before the cheering increased because I had made it to the end, where my mom was waiting with tears in her eyes and arms open wide ready to hug her son and tell him how proud she was.
Looking back on that experience, I realize something pretty thoughtful. Every once in a while, life will throw a few bumps in the road. Though it may set you back for a bit, don’t let it stop you. Pick yourself back up and finish. It’s worth it. Besides, there just might be someone there cheering you on along the way.
1. Which of the following best explains “a tall order” underlined in paragraph 1?| A．An easy decision. | B．An available action. |
| C．A reasonable order. | D．A challenging task. |
| A．He eventually has his brain disease well cured. |
| B．He constantly gets courage and support from others. |
| C．He is likely to do any kind of work in his later life. |
| D．He is naturally gifted in keeping balance on his own. |
| A．explain he was terrified to take the first step |
| B．describe he took pride in his mother and friends |
| C．show how he managed to walk by himself |
| D．prove how he understood to respect others |
| A．Where Dreams Come True | B．When Bad Fortune Falls |
| C．How I Value Friendship | D．Why I Look Back My Life |
7 . One day, a lovely little girl was holding two apples with both hands. Her mum came in and
The mum felt the smile on her face
No matter who you are, how experienced you are, and how knowledgeable you think you are, always
Those who like to pay the bill, do so not because they are loaded, but because they value
Those who
Those who often text you, do so not because they have
| A．quickly | B．sadly | C．curiously | D．softly |
| A．down | B．up | C．out | D．around |
| A．look | B．taste | C．try | D．bite |
| A．remain | B．freeze | C．speed | D．rise |
| A．disappointment | B．satisfaction | C．amusement | D．confusion |
| A．rotten | B．deserted | C．bitten | D．split |
| A．bigger | B．sweeter | C．fresher | D．juicier |
| A．offer | B．delay | C．stop | D．pass |
| A．explain | B．reflect | C．criticize | D．introduce |
| A．result | B．purpose | C．attempt | D．reality |
| A．work out | B．focus on | C．hold up | D．give up |
| A．last | B．first | C．wrong | D．little |
| A．bill | B．material | C．friendship | D．surface |
| A．sacrifice | B．suffer | C．survive | D．apologize |
| A．nothing | B．something | C．everything | D．anything |
| A．lost | B．retired | C．separated | D．divorced |
| A．talks | B．arguments | C．contradictions | D．dreams |
| A．when | B．until | C．though | D．after |
| A．articles | B．stories | C．telephones | D．pictures |
| A．It | B．What | C．That | D．Such |
8 . Facing the Enemies Within
We are not born with courage, but neither are we born with fear. Fears, even the most basic ones, can totally ruin our ambitions (雄心壮志). Fear can ruin fortunes. Fear can ruin relationships. Fear, if left unchecked, can ruin our lives. Fear is one of the many enemies living inside us.
The first enemy we face is indecision. Indecision is the thief of opportunity,
The second enemy inside is doubt.
Do battle with the enemy. Do battle with your fears.
| A．Sure, there’s room for healthy doubt. You can’t believe everything. |
| B．Build your courage to fight what’s holding you back, what’s keeping you from your goals and dreams. |
| C．Let me tell you about two of the other enemies we face from within. |
| D．Below are the ways which might be useful for us to overcome our fears. |
| E．Doubt is an enemy. Go after it. Get rid of it. |
| F．It will steal your chances for a better future. |
| G．Some people doubt everything. |
One day，I noticed the most beautiful Cadillac pull in the lot while waiting for my husband．A pretty female driver pulled into the spot beside our car．There was a striking resemblance to Liz Taylor．Her eyes were as blue as the sea，and teeth like an even row of pearls．A few minutes 1ater，a nice looking man entered her car，leaned over and kissed her and she drove away．
Sitting there，I wanted to cry．How could some people have it all?
Then it became almost routine to see her about once a week．She seemed friendly and always waved，flashing a big smile．My envy continued to exist long after she drove away．
A couple of weeks later，sitting in our usual parking lot，I was holding a book，watching her over the top of it．Her husband came to the car，took her arm and helped her out of the car．I could see very well as she moved to get out．She unsteadily walked around to the passenger side very slowly， leaning on a walking cane．Sitting sideways．she lifted one leg with her hands and then the other．The beautiful lady had a prosthesis(假肢) on the left Ieg and a brace(支持物) on the right leg．
I couldn’t watch them drive away as the tears were blinding me．Through my tears，I told my husband about the beautiful lady．He said he knew her husband and the story．The lady and her parents were in a car that got caught on the railroad tracks and was hit by a train．Both parents were killed and she was severely injured．She was only 12 years old．The railroad made a large settlement with her because the crossing had no signals．He explained her car was specially built for her needs as well as the home．
I prayed for forgiveness all the way home．The lady I thought had everything I didn’t．I realized how lucky I was to have my parents，the ability to walk，run or dance through life and many wonderful things money can’t buy．I would not have traded places with the beautiful lady for anything．
When you meet a person who seems to be much better off than you，don’t be fooled．
1. Why did the author want to cry when noticing the beautiful lady?
| A．She thought of Liz Taylor． |
| B．She had no such expensive car． |
| C．She disliked her own eyes and teeth． |
| D．She envied what the lady owned． |
| A．Replacement． | B．Payment． |
| C．Appointment． | D．Encouragement． |
| A．Regretting her marriage． |
| B．Admiring the lady’s appearance． |
| C．Knowing the lady’s suffering． |
| D．Leaving without waving to the lady． |
| A．Seeing is believing． |
| B．Looks can be deceiving． |
| C．Happiness consists in beauty． |
| D．Everything happens for the best． |
