1 . A fast-food worker's home was badly damaged by a fire. He made such a(n)
Malcom Coleman is an employee at the Wendy’s in the University of South Carolina. One day, an electrical fire made home not liveable. Because the insurance lapsed (失效), the damage wasn't covered. He can't afford to repair it and has to live with fiends. Despite facing so many
The Wendy's meals made by Malcolm feel like
Malcolm said he truly
| A．stress | B．influence | C．comment | D．trick |
| A．rebuild | B．clean | C．design | D．decorate |
| A．difficulties | B．adventures | C．responsibilities | D．choices |
| A．upset | B．positive | C．weak | D．relaxed |
| A．cured | B．taught | C．served | D．employed |
| A．If | B．Since | C．When | D．Though |
| A．collect | B．show | C．lend | D．return |
| A．seldom | B．immediately | C．slowly | D．frequently |
| A．trust | B．know | C．trouble | D．thank |
| A．idea | B．courage | C．ability | D．luck |
| A．warm | B．poor | C．expensive | D．strange |
| A．look for | B．care for | C．depend on | D．believe in |
| A．in total | B．in time | C．in turn | D．in return |
| A．expects | B．refuses | C．welcomes | D．appreciates |
| A．judgement | B．promise | C．generosity | D．determination |
In my childhood, I
One day, my father took me to a speech therapist. After giving me a thorough examination, he said it was mainly because of the fear and lack of confidence
Now I am 27 years old and I am now working in a large company
3 . Digital Etiquette, or netiquette, is a set of rules for how to behave online. It’s a lot like life etiquette, which is basically having good manners and treating others with respect. It’s just as important in our digital lives, including how we act in online games or how we communicate in emails, texts, instant messages and on social networking websites. All of these platforms let us talk and share instantly wherever we are.
Unfortunately, some people can lose control the moment they jump online. When they disagree with someone, or have strong feelings about a topic, they end up saying stuff they’d never say in person! They may send ruder emails and IMs or try to start arguments on message boards. That’s called flaming, and it can lead to full-on flame wars, insulting arguments between two or more users. On the Internet, it’s pretty easy to stay anonymous, or unidentified. Having a secret identity to hide behind can make people pretty brave. And when all they see of you is screen name or a funny icon, they might forget that they’re dealing with a real human being!
The principle is simple: Just like in real life, you should treat other people the way you want to be treated. You wouldn’t want somebody to be rude to you, so don’t be rude to anyone else.
Of course, netiquette isn’t just about being nice; it’s also about communicating clearly. That means keeping emails and IMs clear, and to the point. It also means making your messages easy to read and understand, which can depend on your audience. For instance, some abbreviations and emoticons may be fine with friends. But they’re generally not appropriate in formal communication. And whatever you do, don’t write in all capital letters! Writing in all caps makes it seem like you’re yelling.
Lastly, never post anything about your friends on a blog or a social networking site unless you are allowed to. People’s personal information is private, and you can really ruin relationships if you post something that a friend or a friend’s parents don’t want on the web. And keep in mind that the Internet is not a private place; if you wouldn’t want a parent, teacher or future employer to see something you post, don’t post it!
1. Why might people feel bold enough to say horrible things in response to a blog post?| A．Because he can impress his friends if he behave meanly. |
| B．Because the website will shelter him by offering an unidentified account. |
| C．Because he can insult others without worrying about being found out. |
| D．Because he can relieve the tension brought by the social networking. |
| A．To use abbreviations when applying for a job. |
| B．To treat people in an indifferent manner. |
| C．To post others’ pictures online with their permission. |
| D．To take advantage of all resources without limits. |
| A．to cause arguments on message boards if willing |
| B．to behave online with common etiquette |
| C．to be respectful of others online rather than offline |
| D．to apply some vivid expressions into regular practice |
Spain is a fantastically welcoming, energetic country, characterized by its love of life One of the most important
5 . As I drove my blue Buick into the garage, I saw that a yellow Oldsmobile was
Dear Yellow Oldsmobile,
I'm sorry my mistress（女主人）shouted at yours the other day. She's been sorry about it. I know it because she doesn't sing anymore while
Your neighbor,
Blue Buick
When I went to the
Dear Blue Buick,
My mistress is sorry, too. She parked so
Your neighbor,
Yellow Oldsmobile
After that, whenever Blue Buick
| A．driven | B．parked | C．stopped | D．stayed |
| A．complete | B．close | C．narrow | D．fixed |
| A．quite | B．nearly | C．mostly | D．hardly |
| A．hurriedly | B．first | C．finally | D．timely |
| A．as usual | B．as planned | C．as well | D．as yet |
| A．run into | B．run about | C．run out | D．run off |
| A．keeping | B．saving | C．offering | D．leaving |
| A．mine | B．hers | C．itself | D．ours |
| A．For | B．With | C．From | D．Upon |
| A．position | B．area | C．front | D．side |
| A．an instruction | B．a result | C．an answer | D．a chance |
| A．put | B．wrote | C．sent | D．discovered |
| A．working | B．driving | C．returning | D．cooking |
| A．on end | B．so long | C．like that | D．any more |
| A．hope | B．know | C．suppose | D．suggest |
| A．comfort | B．help | C．forgive | D．please |
| A．office | B．flat | C．place | D．garage |
| A．crazily | B．eagerly | C．noisily | D．early |
| A．neighbors | B．friends | C．drivers | D．writers |
| A．followed | B．passed | C．found | D．greeted |
6 . Empathy, the ability to understand and co-experience the feelings and thoughts of other people, is probably one of the most important skills a person can have.
• Humans are social animals.
There are very few activities that humans take part in that don’t involve others.
• It lets you better understand non-verbal components of communication.
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When you unconsciously perceive what the other party wants and needs and can understand exactly why they want it, reaching a “win-win” solution gets easier. You don’t have to blindly search for a way out.
• It broadens your horizons.
Seeing the world from other people’s perspectives lets you perceive it to a fuller extent. When you are able to look at life from other people’s point of view, you are able to live a more fulfilled life.
| A．It makes you better at handling conflicts. |
| B．It helps you introduce your ideas to others. |
| C．Empathy basically is what makes us human. |
| D．Humans always live and work with each other. |
| E．So why exactly is empathy so important for us? |
| F．Communication is so much more than what words express. |
| G．Therefore, the ability to better understand others and read their feelings is an advantage. |
7 . Traveling alone can be daunting. I have traveled by myself many times but, on every occasion, there was someone to meet me at the other end of the bus, train or plane journey. This time was different.
Last week I had a holiday from work, but none of my friends had the same week off. I decided that I still wanted to do something, so I booked a train ride to Toronto and reserved(预定) a bed in a hostel for one week.
One week by myself. Would I be lonely? Would I be bored? Quite the opposite. In fact, there are many benefits that come from traveling alone. Firstly, I was able to do whatever I wanted. I spent hours in museums that would have seemed boring and dull to some of my friends. I walked all around the city, which some people may have found too exhausting(令人疲惫的). Instead of relying on someone else to remember directions or to suggest activities to do, I discovered my independence and developed map-reading skills that I didn’t know I had. I could get up and go to sleep when I wanted and I didn’t have to wait for anyone else to shower and get ready every morning. Being in the safe environment of a hostel with like-minded travelers also gives a great opportunity to meet new people from all over the world, which can help combat loneliness.
In spite of the benefits, I found that there were also some disadvantages of traveling alone. I missed having someone to talk to and to bounce(探讨) ideas off. Experiences are often more enjoyable if they are shared, and part of the fun of traveling is the memories you have afterwards. Without a travel partner, I won’t be able to laugh about and remember my Toronto adventure with a friend of family member in years to come.
In addition, eating in a restaurant or cooking in the hostel was less fun on my own.
I am very proud of myself for traveling alone, and I had a fantastic time in Toronto. However, in the future, I think I will always prefer to travel with another person or in a small group. Though, maybe it depends on who you travel with—I would rather be by myself than with someone who is lazy, difficult and argumentative(好争论的).
1. What happened to the author last week?| A．She lost her way during a trip to Toronto. |
| B．She felt lonely away from home and missed her family. |
| C．She booked a group tour to Toronto with her friends. |
| D．She traveled alone to Toronto during a work vacation. |
| A．finds it boring and dull to visit museums. |
| B．has always had great map-reading skills. |
| C．enjoys sharing traveling stories with family and friends. |
| D．believes she could benefit by traveling alone more |
| A．learn about. | B．adapt to |
| C．fight against | D．live with |
| A．ambitious and imaginative | B．enthusiastic and independent. |
| C．talkative and humorous | D．generous and kind |
8 . I believe honesty is one of the greatest gifts. I know they call it a lot of fancy names these days, like
I’ve been in the taxi business for thirty-five years,
Because taxi drivers are tough, people get the
I was born and raised in Ireland until I was nineteen years old. I came to this country in 1913 where I
People ask me about tips. As far as I know,
| A．dishonor | B．dishonesty | C．faithful | D．outspoken |
| A．take | B．make | C．become | D．have |
| A．knowing | B．known | C．knew | D．know |
| A．generous | B．mild | C．tough | D．warm-hearted |
| A．right | B．proper | C．wrong | D．bad |
| A．bad | B．rude | C．good | D．tough |
| A．when | B．where | C．which | D．what |
| A．houses | B．cars | C．pockets | D．rooms |
| A．dropped her off | B．picked her up | C．dropped her down | D．pull her down |
| A．emerald | B．suitcase | C．car | D．ring |
| A．So | B．However | C．Still | D．Though |
| A．was | B．is | C．has | D．did |
| A．made | B．put | C．held | D．took |
| A．at times | B．some time | C．in no time | D．at one time |
| A．made | B．saved | C．got | D．paid |
| A．difficult | B．trouble | C．word | D．anything |
| A．especially | B．specially | C．particularly | D．actually |
| A．never | B．seldom | C．fairly | D．poorly |
| A．tip | B．advise | C．suggest | D．ask |
| A．better | B．harder | C．longer | D．shorter |
9 . Improve Your Relationships
Having stable and positive relationships in your life can make you happier and more fulfilled. Whether it's your friends, family, or significant other, improving a relationship can sometimes be confusing.
Express your appreciation for the person.
If you hardly see each other or talk to each other, it can be difficult to maintain a relationship. Take extra time out of your day and devote it to the person that you want to improve relations with. Try to work around the other person's schedule so that you can spend the time together. You can share a meal, watch a show, listen to music, or go shopping with them.
Turn off distractions.
Distractions like a cell phone, social media, or video games can create a division in between you and another person. If you notice that you are always distracted, you should turn off your cell phone or computer and talk to them.
Seek therapy(心理治疗) if you can't get along.
To fix or improve family relationships or relationships with your significant other, you can turn to therapy. If you notice that you and the person are always arguing over the same kinds of things, and nothing has worked, you should consider seeking therapy with them.
| A．Spend more time with the person. |
| B．Maintain a relationship if possible. |
| C．People often like to be praised for achievements. |
| D．A specialist can help solve longterm issues in the relationship. |
| E．If they are the one always distracted, ask them if they can do the same. |
| F．Follow the tips and you can develop good relationships with your family. |
| G．Luckily, by adjusting your behaviour, you can improve any relationship in your life. |
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Last week, I went to a painting exhibition. Upon enter the gallery, I put on the earphones which would give me informations about all the paintings. Suddenly, I noticed that the elderly woman who didn't know how use the earphones stood anxiously in front of a painting. I rushed to her with hesitation and helped her put on the earphones. The woman thanks me for my kindness. I realized this was reaching out to others that could real bring a great moment of happiness, which was of benefit to me so much. That day when I appreciated lots of breathtaking paintings. What's more, I learned a valuable lesson from the grateful smile giving by the elderly woman.
