1 . Lake Forest High School Clubs
1. Environmental Club
Club members are provided opportunities to realize their goals of environmental service. The majority of projects are student-initiated. Last year’s activities included: the LFHS Courtyard Garden upkeep, Bike to School Day with free cocoa and snacks, an “eat local” 100mile dinner, recycling solutions for LFHS, beach cleanup through the Great Lakes Alliance, and Earth Week celebrations.
Meetings: First Friday of the month in Room 5 at 7：00 a.m.
Advisor: Ms Mary Beth Nawor, mnawor@lfschools.net
2. Peer Tutoring
Students volunteer to help fellow students in improving their study and organizational skills. Students tutor LFHS and middle school students on an individually scheduled basis. LFHS tutors must have proficiency (精通) in the academic area in which they wish to tutor, but middle school tutors only need general academic proficiency.
Meetings: All tutoring is done on an individually scheduled basis.
Advisor: Ms Kathy O’Hara, kohara@lfschools.net
3. Young Idea
Young Idea is LFHS’s art and literary magazine. Students of all ages who love writing and art are encouraged to become part of the staff of this award winning magazine. Young Idea encourages all students to submit art and literature works to the magazine, whether they are a part of the staff or not. From September to February, Young Idea meets on Thursdays after school in the Public Room to discuss the pieces that have been submitted to the magazine and provide feedback for the authors.
Meetings: See above explanation.
Advisor: Ms Debbie Zare, dzare@lfschools.net
4. Scout Buddies
Scout Buddies is a friendship club which helps build friendship among individuals with and without disabilities. Club members participate in a variety of social activities both within the school and in the community. Activities include organizing holiday parties in the school, bowling, going to the movies, and eating out in local restaurants.
Meetings: Monthly meeting dates vary, but in Room 134.
Advisor: Ms Donna Lovitsch, dlovitsch@lfschools.net
1. Which club provides help for students poor in study?| A．Peer Tutoring. | B．Environmental Club. |
| C．Young Idea. | D．Scout Buddies. |
| A．6:30 p.m., August 11, Thursday |
| B．6:00 p.m., January 5, Thursday |
| C．7:30 a.m., March 17, Thursday |
| D．7:00 p.m., July 23, Friday |
| A．Scout Buddies. | B．Young Idea. |
| C．Peer Tutoring. | D．Environmental Club. |
2 . School is a place that is familiar to everyone. Let’s find out what American students do in school.
An official dance party is held about twice a year in high schools in the United States. When the final football game is over for the season there is a homecoming party. Sometimes, students select a king from among the football players, and a queen from among the girls. Every student can attend and have fun with the help of their teachers. Sometimes, to the surprise of everyone, students, who devote all their time to study, come to the party in a beautiful dress.
The most exciting party that students can go to would have to be a prom (毕业舞会). Students attend it in dresses similar to those of Hollywood stars and the atmosphere is comparable to an Oscar Award party. Since such a party is for seniors, students usually stay up the night trying to enjoy their last year in high school.
In American schools, instead of the teachers going to different rooms, students have their own class schedules and go to different classrooms. When a student is away from school, they must have an explanation for being away along with the signature (签名) of a parent. The signed paper is then handed in to the school office. American students also enjoy a number of activities out of school like cheerleading (啦啦队), student government and a host of different sports.
1. Whose presence at the homecoming party can make others amazed?| A．The king and the queen acted by students. | B．Students who study hardest. |
| C．The teacher who offers advice. | D．The laziest student in study. |
| A．Because they would like to dance and sing madly. |
| B．Because this is the only chance that they get dressed like film stars. |
| C．Because students make it as exciting as an awarding party of Oscar. |
| D．Because this perhaps is the last chance that they can enjoy their high school life. |
| A．study in the same classroom | B．have the same class with each other |
| C．attend different classes in different places | D．wait for their teachers in their classroom |
| A．The organizing of dance parties. | B．A homecoming party. |
| C．The class in America. | D．School life in America. |
3 . You start by running around the school track three times to warm up. This is followed by exercises or long jump for the girls and football or basketball for the boys. That is an average 45 -minute PE class— but do you really enjoy it?
For students at the Second High School Attached to Beijing Normal University, sports classes have experienced a welcome change. Senior 2 students now learn the traditional Chinese martial art of sword-fighting (中国剑术), making PE the most popular lesson on the timetable. “The classes used to be boring as we just did the same things again and again,” said Xiao Tong. “But now PE classes are such fun. Sword-fighting is so cool.” His classmate Wei Jie agrees. “As well as being fun, we learn about traditional Chinese culture,” she said. The usual morning exercises performed to music on the school playground have been replaced by kicking and punching practice (搏击操) to a pop music by Zheng Xiuwen. “We didn't pay much attention when we heard the old music,” Xiao explained, “But when Zheng's music is played, we get excited.” Mao Min, the PE teacher who introduced the changes, is pleased that the students now enjoy sports lessons more. “The classes encourage healthy lifestyles and I am always looking for creative ways to keep the students active,” he said. Schools offer activities according to what sports facilities (设备) they have. For example, students at the Experimental High School Attached to Beijing Normal University can choose to learn swimming, taekwondo (跆拳道) or volleyball. “I take my volleyball very seriously so I keep fit by playing it,” said Senior 2 student Zhang Zheng. “Students only try hard in sports that interest them.”
1. Why was Xiao Tong not interested in PE classes in the past?| A．Because he didn't do well in sports. |
| B．Because he disliked the same activities. |
| C．Because he thought the classes too long- |
| D．Because he was tired of the PE teacher. |
| A．Sword-fighting. | B．Volleyball. | C．Skating. | D．Punching practice. |
| A．Sword-fighting appears in PE classes. |
| B．Students try hard in all sports at school. |
| C．Schools offer necessary sports facilities. |
| D．PE classes are welcoming new changes. |
| A．Supportive. | B．Negative. | C．Uncaring. | D．Doubtful. |
4 . What is spring break?
Between tests and after-school activities, we all deserve a much-needed pause from school to relax and regroup. Entering spring break, a glorious week set aside in the middle of the semester for students to take time off and unwind(放松).
When is spring break 2023?
The dates of spring break 2023 vary from school to school, but most take place in March or April. You can check your school’s calendar(校历) to see when spring break 2023 is scheduled.
How long is spring break?
Again, the length of spring breaks differ across the country. A majority are just one week, but some spring breaks(mostly among colleges and universities) are two weeks long.
What should I do over spring break 2023?
Spring break 2023-will be here before you know it, but that means you should start planning if you want to travel. Looking to escape the cold? Booking a trip somewhere beachside or poolside, taking advantage of spring skiing, snowboarding, or other late-winter activities. There are many, many options. Staycations(就近度假) are also perfect for connecting with family and friends, binge-watching(一口气看完)a new series on Netflix, planning a local museum trip, picking up a new hobby, going for a hike, or finally making a dent in your TBR list. Super scholars might take this time to prepare and get ahead on their studies. If college year is fast-approaching, you could even plan some college tours and arrange in-person visits to some of the campuses on your list.
Happy spring break!
1. What date is most possible in spring break of 2023?| A．February 12 | B．May 15 | C．January 25. | D．April 8. |
| A．To try many leisure options to relax. |
| B．To do the assignment and review the lesson. |
| C．To pay a visit to the future colleges in person. |
| D．To have a perfect station with family and friends. |
| A．An instructive website. | B．A school’s calendar. |
| C．A financial magazine. | D．A travel brochure. |
5 . Mark asked, “Do you think they’ll let me play?” Mark’s father knew that few boys would want someone like Mark, mentally and physically disabled, on their team, but the father still approached to ask the boys if Mark could play. They exchanged glances with each other and said, “We’ll try to put him in to bat.”
Mark struggled over to the team’s bench and his father had a small tear in his eye and warmth in heart. The boys saw the father’s joy at his son being accepted.
In the bottom of the final inning, Mark was scheduled to be at bat. Everyone knew that a hit was almost impossible. The first pitch (投) came and Mark missed. The pitcher again took a few steps forward to throw the ball softly towards Mark. As the pitch came in, Mark swung at the ball and hit a slow ground ball right back to the pitcher.
The pitcher could have easily thrown the ball to the first baseman, but he just threw the ball right over the head of the first baseman, beyond the reach of all teammates. The audience and the players from both teams started screaming, “Mark, run to first!” Never in his life had Mark ever run that far but made it to first base, wide-eyed and shocked.
By the time Mark rounded towards second base, the smallest guy on their team, who had a chance to be the hero for his team for the first time, understood the pitcher’s intentions and he too intentionally threw the ball high and far over the third baseman’s head.
All were screaming. “Mark, run to third.” As Mark rounded third, all were on their feet, crying, “Mark, run home!” Mark ran to home, stepped on the home base and was cheered as the hero who won the game for his team. Tears rolled down the father’s cheeks.
That day, the boys from both teams helped bring true love and humanity into this world.
1. Why did Mark’s father, not expecting much, still asked if Mark could join the team?| A．Because he noticed some of the boys on the field were friendly. |
| B．Because he knew some of the boys on the field knew Mark well. |
| C．Because he understood Mark did need a feeling of being accepted. |
| D．Because he guessed Mark’s disability would affect the boys’ decision. |
| A．The pitcher wanted to help Mark win the game. |
| B．The pitcher pretended to throw the ball high and far. |
| C．The pitcher looked forward to winning the game for his team. |
| D．The pitcher had intended to throw the ball to the first baseman. |
| A．Some of the opposing players ran to help him. |
| B．The pitcher did not throw the ball to the first baseman. |
| C．The opposing players failed to stop his running to home. |
| D．The audience and the players from both teams cheered for him. |
| A．True human nature could be realized in the way we treat each other. |
| B．Everyone can develop his team spirit in sports and please his parents. |
| C．The results of the game should not be the only concern of the players. |
| D．Everyone has his own strength even if mentally or physically disabled. |
6 . One Alahama school was extremely creative in encouraging students to read more and to help improve the school district’s literacy. They added an Inchy’s Bookworm Vending Machine (售货机) an actual vending machine that allows students to add a special coin and get a brand new book.
Sixth-grade reading teacher Kristy White said students have been inspired to earn coins so they can get a new book. Every classroom has coins, and students can earn them by improving in their reading or math skills or exhibiting good behavior.
Kristy said it only takes one coin to use the machine. Nice! What’s even nicer is there are books for all grade levels and students even make suggestions for titles they’d like to see available. Funding for the vending machine came from community support through donations and grants.
Lucy Williamson was the first student to use the machine. The sixth-grader said she can see the growing excitement of her fellows and she looks forward to getting even more books. “This has some different books that the library doesn’t have and I’m able to keep the book longer because it’s mine so I have more time to read it,” Lucy said. She also shared that she rereads books often, so being able to choose a book that she can take home is a real plus.
Beyond reading, the vending machine has also encouraged students to behave better. And when a student gets a coin, everyone celebrates the win. “The students are thrilled when they are the student who gets the coin that week or one of the students, they come down here and the students cheer for them,” Kristy said.
We’re cheering for them, too! This is such a unique way to motivate students. Reading is so fundamental that it really serves as the foundation for all other learning. This vending machine is just one way to help students succeed.
1. What does the underlined word “literacy” in paragraph 1 mean?| A．Communication skills. | B．Academic performance. |
| C．Professional knowledge. | D．Reading and writing ability. |
| A．It charges students for the special coins. |
| B．It encourages students’ positive growth. |
| C．It turns a blind eye to students’ proposals. |
| D．It aims to raise money for local community. |
| A．To enrich her extra-curricular life. | B．To escape from the school library. |
| C．To enjoy selecting and rereading books. | D．To gain respect and praise from her fellows. |
| A．Kristy White:a Creative Reading Teacher |
| B．Lucy Williamson: a Model Pupil at School |
| C．A Unique Way to Inspire Students to Read |
| D．The Importance of Offering Reading Courses |
7 . King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15. More information is as follows:
| Application date ⚫ Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2023. ⚫ Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2023. ⚫ Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2023. | Courses ⚫ English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours ⚫ American History: 16 hours ⚫ American Culture: 16 hours |
| Steps ⚫ A letter of self-introduction ⚫ A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. | Cost ⚫ Daily lessons: $200 ⚫ Sports and activities: $100 ⚫ Travels: $200 ⚫ Hotel service: $400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city. |
| Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@yahoo.com | |
| A．Only top students can take part in the program. |
| B．Only the teachers of King’s College give courses. |
| C．King’s College Summer School is run every other year. |
| D．Visits to museums and culture centers are part of the program. |
| A．$200 | B．$400 | C．$500 | D．$900 |
| A．The program will last two months. |
| B．You can write to Thompson only in English. |
| C．You can get in touch with the school by e-mail or by telephone. |
| D．As a Chinese student, you can send your application on July 14, 2023. |
8 . How to Choose Extracurricular Activities
From sports to clubs to outside organizations, there are many activities to take part in outside the classroom.
Think about your interests and know your advantages. Before you start considering specific(具体的)activities, take a step back. Think about what excites you and find your passions(热情).
Find out what activities are available(可用的)and look into each one.
| A．Think about skills you want to develop. |
| B．This can make choosing one a little difficult. |
| C．Use your freshman year to explore your choices. |
| D．In this way, you will have a better idea of what to expect. |
| E．Also make sure that their culture is a good match for your own personality. |
| F．Use those to decide on activities that will keep you interested for a long time. |
| G．Search your school’s website for a complete list of all the activities it provides. |
9 . King’s College Summer School
King’s College Summer School is an annual (一年一度的) training program for high school students at all levels who want to improve their English. Courses are given by the teachers of King’s College and other colleges in New York. Trips to museums and culture centers are also organized. This year’s summer school will be from July 25 to August 15.
More information is as follows:
| Application date Students in New York should send their applications before July 18, 2022. Students of other cities should send their applications before July 16, 2022. Foreign students should send their applications before July 10, 2022. | Courses English Language Spoken English: 22 hours Reading and Writing: 10 hours American History: 16 hours American Culture: 16 hours |
| Steps A letter of self-introduction A letter of recommendation The letters should be written in English with all the necessary information. | Cost Daily lessons: $ 200 Sports and activities: $ 100 Travels: $ 200 Hotel service: $ 400 You may choose to live with your friends or relatives in the same city. |
| Please write to: Thompson, Sanders 1026 King’s Street New York, NY 10016, USA E-mail: KC-Summer-School@yahoo. com | |
| A．38. | B．32. | C．22. | D．16. |
| A．Foreign students should send their applications before July 18, 2022. |
| B．Sports and activities will be free of charge. |
| C．Courses are given by King’s College Summer School only. |
| D．Trips to museums and culture centers are offered by King’s College Summer School. |
| A．$ 900 | B．$ 500. | C．$ 400. | D．$ 200. |
10 . Last September, Dobbs Ferry School District joined a small but growing number of schools around the US that have started pushing back their middle and high school start times in an effort to prevent students from being groggy.
Dr. Lisa Brady, the head teacher of the schools, tells Business Insider that in the past 2015-16 school year, middle school started at 8: 15 a.m. and high school at 7:30 a.m. Under the new policy, each school now starts and ends 45minutes later. Both schools have benefited a lot, Brady says.
Following a survey at the end of the school year, Brady says “it was clear from both the parents and the kids, that the mornings were just less stressful.”
Many of the kids reported having more time to eat breakfast and get ready for school, while parents said they didn’t have to drag kids out of bed or yell at them to hurry up. Once students got to school, they felt more active. At night, they tended to go to bed at the same time, even though the new schedule leaves them an extra 45 minutes.
Tony is also a math teacher, and he says, kids seem more relaxed now in the campus and his students already produce better work steadily, even though the schedule just a month old. Around the campus, kids seem more relaxed now and they are doing better in their subjects.
Negative responses to later start times are rare, but they do happen.
Brady says some parents at Dobbs Ferry have found it harder to complete the necessary morning routines and get to work on time. Meanwhile, Tony says the problem for school is finding enough buses for kids. And some students say once they finally get home, many say they have less time for all the homework they’ve been assigned.
1. Why did Dobbs Ferry decide to push back their school start times?| A．To stop their students from being ill. |
| B．To prevent their students sleeping late. |
| C．To prevent their students from being weak. |
| D．To keep their students from being sleepy. |
| A．7:30 a.m. | B．9:00 a. m. | C．8: 15 a.m. | D．8: 05 a. m. |
| A．Confident. | B．Objective. | C．Positive. | D．Negative. |
| A．Health and Education. | B．Literature and Art. |
| C．Science and Technology. | D．Society and Environment. |
