1 . In 1993, eight-year-old Brandon Keefe sat in a corner at the Hollygrove Children’s Home, waiting for his mother to finish talking. He heard that Hollygrove Home needed a library, but all they had was an empty space and lots of kids without books.
The next day, when Brandon’s teacher asked the students to come up with ideas for a community service project, Brandon remembered what he had heard. An idea occurred to him at once. What about all the books he had read? He had many that he was too old for, and knew his friends had some, too. What if they gave them to the Hollygrove Home to create a library? Brandon started a project to collect books, and soon he had 847 books. The big empty room at Hollygrove was filled, and every child had a book to take to bed at night.
When Brandon entered 7th grade, he, as well as his friends, began another book project. In one week, the school collected 5,000 books. The Hollygrove library couldn’t handle them all. A local public school, Limerick Elementary, became the next new library created by Brandon and his friends. The headmaster realized that Brandon’s idea was simple and effective. She began sharing it throughout the schools in Los Angeles.
Brandon was surprised when, one day, a photographer from the Los Angeles Times called him out of class. They wrote about him in the newspaper, which led to some local community service awards. Then he was invited to appear on the very popular TV program Oprah. Brandon said, “After appearing on Oprah, many people knew about us and we were able to set up a non-profit organization called BookEnds.”
By 2001, the 60,000 volunteers had collected around 150,000 books for BookEnds. They had completed 46 libraries, with 32 more under development, helping more than 40,000 children who didn’t have books before.
Brandon feels especially good that BookEnds is growing. “There are 60,000 people involved and I’m just one of them. It’s great to know you’ve made a difference and that things are going to change because of what you’ve done.”
1. According to the text, the Hollygrove Children’s Home ________.| A．had many disabled children |
| B．only had an empty library |
| C．had no books in the beginning |
| D．was established by Brandon’s mother |
| A．he had so many useless books |
| B．his teacher asked him to do it |
| C．his friends promised to donate their books |
| D．he wanted to help the Hollygrove Home |
| A．He helped create a library in the Hollygrove Home. |
| B．He won some local community service awards. |
| C．He was recommended by a public school headmaster. |
| D．He set up a popular non-profit organization. |
| A．The final purpose of the organization is to make a profit. |
| B．It was established and is operated by the local community. |
| C．More than 40 thousand children have benefited from it. |
| D．It doesn’t need to grow and develop in the future. |
2 . How do you deal with hunger of your stomach？ Eat your favorite meal and keep quiet after that？
Once you read a book， you run your eyes through the lines and your mind tries to explain something to you.
This is nothing but creativity.
So guys， do give food to your thoughts by reading， reading and more reading.
| A．Hunger of the mind can be actually solved through wide reading. |
| B．Also this makes a great contribution to your vocabulary. |
| C．Reading can help you make more friends as well. |
| D．Now what are you waiting for？ |
| E．Just like your stomach， your mind is also hungry. |
| F．Why not do some reading while you are hungry？ |
| G．The interesting part of the book is stored in your mind as a seed. |
3 . I don't think I need to tell you that reading is good for you.Unfortunately,most people don't read.Sometimes, people do want to read,but can never seem to find the time.
Have a goal.
Some people set goals for themselves like reading one book a week.You can start by reading a book a month,or a book every two months even.It's up to you,whatever floats your boat.
Apply a little pressure.
You can have a reading partner.Set something up between both of you like what books you're going to read and when to see your promise through.
If you're determined and willing,use every possible moment to bury yourself in the art of the written words.On the bus.On the subway.On your lunch break.Or at the gym.You won't regret it,I promise!
Take action right away.
| A．Start with great passion. |
| B．Read whenever and wherever you can. |
| C．You may find it easy to take action immediately. |
| D．You can also borrow books from your local library. |
| E．Goals can always keep you focused to get the job done. |
| F．If you are one of them,well,my friends,this post is for you. |
| G．Sometimes the thing preventing us from reading is our mind. |
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5 . Apple Seeds
Circulation: 1 Year, 9 Issues（发行，版权）
Cover Price: MYM44.55
Price For You: MYM33.95
Product Description: Apple seeds is an award winning magazine filled with stories for kids aged from 7 to 9. The cover is very soft, proving durability that allows each issue to be enjoyed for many years to come. Besides, there is a big surprise for you—it’s being sold at a more favorable discount than usual.
Better Life
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: MYM44.55
Price For You: MYM15.00
Product Description: Designed for those who have a strong interest in personal lifestyle, Better Life is America’s complete home and family service magazine. It offers help with food, recipes, decorating, building, gardening, family health, money management, and education.
Humor Times
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: MYM36.00
Price For You: MYM1.95
Product Description: Humor Times Magazine is for those who love to laugh! Full of cartoons and humor columns, it shows up in your mailbox once a month and keeps you smiling all year round! In today’s world, you need a reason to laugh. So let’s find it in humor Times.
News China
Circulation: 1 Year, 12 Issues
Cover Price: MYM47.88
Price For You: MYM19.99
Product Description: News China magazine is the English edition of China domestic news in politics, business, society, environment, culture, sports and travels, etc. It is the first comprehensive news magazine for readers interested in China.
1. What do we know about Apple Seeds?| A．The soft cover enables it to be read and kept long. |
| B．It can be purchased as an award for your children. |
| C．You can receive it every month if you purchase it. |
| D．The magazine is going to surprise you for many years. |
| A．beautifying your house |
| B．ordering food from restaurant |
| C．learning about sports and travels |
| D．finding interesting stories for your kids |
| A．People who want to enlarge the knowledge of their kids. |
| B．People who have a strong sense of humor and love to laugh. |
| C．People who have an interest in personal lifestyle of the English. |
| D．People who are interest in China's politics, business and culture. |
| A．Apple Seeds |
| B．Better Life |
| C．Humor Times |
| D．News China |
6 . Goodreads recommends the following books you want to read for the event to come.
1.The Lyrics: 1961-2012
By Bob Dylan
Simon & Schuster,$60
What it’s about: This heavy, well-timed publication contains lyrics by the songwriter who just won the Nobel Prize in Literature, from his first album, Bob Dylan, through Tempest.
What’s to love: The times may be changing, but Dylan’s fans are a constant, traditional devotees who will want this epic collection for their shelves,to sit beside those beloved old large papers.
2.Taylor Swift: This Is Our Song
By Tyler Conroy
Simon & Schuster,$28
What it’s about: An elegant fanzine celebrating all things about Taylor Swift, especially the pop star’s countless fans. What’s to love: Mom and/or Dad, the fan of Taylor Swift, will think you’re pretty cool if he or she discovers this temple to Taylor under the Christmas tree (even if it is a book).
3.Misty Copeland
By Gregg Delman
Rizzoli,$39.95
What it’s about: Star-figure female ballet dancer Misty Copeland strikes a pose(95,to be exact) in photos taken between 2011 and 2014,in the casual setting of dance studios.
What’s to love: Since becoming the first African American woman to be named a principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre, Copeland has become a cultural phenomenon, and Delman’s arresting pictures capture(捕捉)her muscular power and elegance.
4.@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos
By National Geographic
National Geographic,$19.95
What it’s about: National Geographic’s popular Instagram account(nearly 63 million followers) comes to book form in this title filled with eye-popping images from around the world.
What’s to love: Here’s proof that NatGeo’s talented photographers have conquered social media while maintaining the usual quality of their work.And for fans of more traditional coffee-table-size books, check out National Geographic’s Wild, Beautiful Places: Picture-Perfect Journeys Around the Globe ($40).
1. Which author is noted for literature achievements?| A．Bob Dylan. | B．Tyler Conroy. |
| C．Gregg Delman. | D．National Geographic. |
| A．New Year’s Day. | B．Christmas Day. |
| C．One’s anniversary. | D．Literature awards. |
| A．$39.95. | B．$19.95. |
| C．$59.9. | D．$99.9. |
| A．The Lyrics: 1961-2012 . |
| B．Taylor Swift: This Is Our Song. |
| C．Misty Copeland. |
| D．@ NatGeo: The Most Popular Instagram Photos. |
7 . My Journey to Lhasa
At the age of fifty-five, Alexandra David-Neel walked for four months across the high mountains of the Himalayas
“My Journey to Lhasa”
8 . Get kids excited about reading and writing.
Enter our writing and drawing contest for a chance to win great prizes. Brought to you by Reader’s digest and Weekly Reader and noted children’s author Mary Pope Osborne(The Magic Tree House series).
Prizes:
A $500 U.S. Savings Bond
A library of books (valued at $ 125)
Great LeapFrog prizes including the Tag Reading System
A certificate signed by contest judge Mary Pope Osborne
Your submissions posted on ReadersDigest. com
How to enter
Children aged 5-12 should respond in words and/or pictures to the questions, “Your favourite has jumped out of the book to spend the day with you. Tell us: What happens next?”
One winner will be chosen for each age group：
Ages 5-6：Please submit a drawing no larger than 8.5cm x11cm and an essay written in child’s own words—may be dictated to an adult – of up to 50 words. Essay must be typed or written in blue or black ink.
Ages 7-9: Please submit an essay of up to 150 words. Essay must be typed or written in blue or black ink. Drawings welcome(but optional). Must be no larger than 8.5 cm x 11cm.
Ages 10-12: Please submit an essay of up to 350 words. Essay must be typed or written in blue or black ink. Drawings welcome(but optional). Must be no larger than 8.5 cm x11cm.
Entry should be mailed along with their name, age, mailing address and e-mail address to:
Read, Write, Win! Contest
Reader’s Digest Magazine
260 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10016
All entries must be postmarked by October 31, 2016.
1. What’s the purpose of the text?| A．To persuade readers to attend the contest. |
| B．To give information about the contest. |
| C．To get kids excited about reading and writing. |
| D．To give kids a chance to earn money. |
| A．gain a total of $625 in cash | B．get a library of books valued at $ 500 |
| C．see his work on ReadersDigest.com | D．win a certificate to go to library |
| A．The word number of the essay. | B．The color of the submission. |
| C．The size of the submission. | D．The form of the essay. |
9 . Everyone needs a break, and vacations are not meant for serious study.
Before getting into the recommendation, you need to determine your English reading comprehension level. If you’re at the beginner level, there are two options: reading a children’s book or reading a book that you’ve read in Chinese translation.
Another great way to keep yourself motivated is to find a friend who’s interested in reading the same book. You can make goals that you both want to achieve.
Some quick recommendations: Harry Potter, start with the first book and go on from there; the Narnia series; anything by US writer Michael Crichton; and if you like horror, US writer Stephen King is always unusual and fun.
| A．If you pick a book which is so challenging, it will be too stressful. |
| B．The most important thing is to pick a book that you’re really interested in. |
| C．You may also enjoy your reading when hanging out with your family. |
| D．You should just find a topic or author you’re interested in, and the rest will go from there. |
| E．You can also discuss plot lines or vocabulary issues with each other by SMS or e-mail. |
| F．Instead, they’re a great way to take a break and enjoy a good book. |
| G．This will help you get over any unfamiliar words or phrases, since you’re already familiar with the story. |
Another must-read for history fans, McCullough tells the story of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who taught the world how to fly. Drawing on all types of historical data — from personal diaries and scrapbooks, to thousands of private letters of family letters — we get a close look at the actual personalities behind one of the most influential moments in history.
2. The Wonder Garden, by Lauren Acampora
This novel is really a collection of several interwoven stories of people living in the rich Connecticut suburbs. From tales of an elderly artist to a young mother to a woman whose husband just behaves carelessly, The Wonder Garden gives us an unforgettable reminder that there’s often so much we don’t know about what happens with our neighbors behind closed doors.
3. Between You & Me: Confessions of a Comma Queen, by Mary Norris
Does someone mistaking who for whom make your blood boil? Do you want to throw a dictionary at someone for mistaking sit for cite? Enter Between You & Me. Mary Norris brings her experience working in The New Yorker’s copy department to eager grammar fans in this laugh-out-loud book that looks at some of the most common spelling, punctuation, and usage problems in the English language.
4. My Struggle: Book Four, by Karl Ove Knausgaard
My Struggle is a six-volume autobiographical novel that follows the life of Karl Ove Knausgaard, a Norwegian father of three. In Book Four, he writes of his decision at the age of 18 to move to a fisherman’s village in the far north of the Arctic circle to work as a school teacher. It’s there that he struggles with love, alcoholism, and becoming loved by one of his students.
1. What does the book The Wright brothers focus on?
| A．Invention of airplanes. | B．Nature of the characters. |
| C．History of airplanes. | D．Ordinary life of the characters. |
| A．David McCullough. | B．Lauren Acampora. |
| C．Karl Ove Knausgaard. | D．Mary Norris. |
| A．My Struggle. | B．The Wonder Garden. |
| C．The Wright brothers. | D．Between You & Me. |
