Today, roller skating is easy and fun. But a long time ago, it wasn't easy at all. Before 1750, the idea of skating didn't exist. That changed because of a man named Joseph Merlin. Merlin's work was making musical instruments. In his spare time he liked to play the violin. Joseph Merlin was a man of ideas and dreams. People called him a dreamer.
One day Merlin received an invitation to attend a fancy dress ball (化装舞会). He was very pleased and a little excited. As the day of the party came near, Merlin began to think how to make a grand entrance at the party. He had an idea. He thought he would get a lot of attention if he could skate into the room.
Merlin tried different ways to make himself roll. Finally, he decided to put two wheels under each shoe. These were the first roller skates. Merlin was very proud of his invention and dreamed of arriving at the party on wheels while playing the violin.
On the night of the party Merlin rolled into the room playing his violin. Everyone was astonished to see him. There was just one problem. Merlin had no way to stop his roller skates. He rolled on and on. Suddenly, he ran into a huge mirror that was hanging on the wall. Down fell the mirror, breaking to pieces. Nobody forgot Merlin's grand entrance for a long time!
1.The text is mainly about _______.
A. a strange man
B. an unusual party
C. how roller skating began
D. how people enjoyed themselves in the 18th century
2.People thought Merlin was a dreamer because he _______.
A. often gave others surprises
B. was a gifted musician
C. invited the roller skates
D. was full of imagination
3.Merlin put wheels under his shoes in order to _______.
A. impress the party guests
B. arrived at the party sooner
C. test his invention
D. show his skill in walking on wheels
As you grow older, you'll be faced with some challenging decisions--like whether to cut class or try cigarettes. Making decisions on your own is hard enough, but when other people get involved and try to pressure you one way or another it can be even harder. People who are your age, like your classmates, are called peers. When they try to influence how you act, to get you to do something, it's called peer pressure. Peers can have a positive influence on each other. Maybe another student in your science class taught you an easy way to remember the planets in the solar system. Maybe you got others excited about your new favorite book, and now everyone's reading it. These are examples of how peers positively influence each other. Sometimes peers influence each other in negative ways. For example, a few kids in school might try to get you to cut class with them; your soccer friend might try to convince you to be mean to another player and never pass him the ball. It is tough to be the only one who says “no” to peer pressure, but you can do it. Paying attention to your own feelings and beliefs about what is right and wrong can help you know the right thing to do. You've probably had a parent or teacher advising you to “choose your friends wisely.” Peer pressure is a big reason why they say this. If you choose friends who don't cut class, smoke cigarettes, or lie to their parents, then you probably won't do these things either, even if other kids do. If you continue to face peer pressure and you're finding it difficult to handle, talk to someone you trust. Don't feel guilty if you've made a mistake or two.
1.For whom is the passage most probably written?
A. Students. B. Parents.
C. Teachers. D. Doctors.
2.In the last three paragraphs, the author mainly_____.
A. explains why friendship is so important
B. gives advice on how to deal with peer pressure
C. discusses how peers influence us
D. shows how to make more good friends
3.Which of following may help handle peer pressure?
A. Spending more time with classmates.
B. Taking up more relaxing hobbies.
C. Choosing friends with no bad habits.
D. Helping others who are in trouble.
4.What is the topic of the passage?
A. Friendship. B. Making decisions
C. Self-confidence D. Peer pressure
Wanted, Someone for a Kiss
We're looking for producers to join us on the sound of London Kiss 100 FM. You'll work on the station's music programmes. Music production experience in radio is necessary, along with rich knowledge of modern dance music. Please apply in writing to Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
Father Christmas
We're looking for a very special person, preferably over 40, to fill our Father Christmas suit.
Working days: Every Saturday from November 24 to December 15 and every day from December 17 to
December 24 except Sundays, 10:30-16:00.
Excellent pay.
Please contact (联系) the Enterprise Shopping Centre, Station Parade, Eastbourne.
Accountants Assistant
When you join the team in our Revenue Administration Unit, you will be providing assistance within all parts of the Revenue Division, dealing with post and other general duties. If you are educated to GCSE grade C level we would like to talk to you. This position is equally suitable for a school leaver or for somebody who has office experience.
Wealden District Council
Software Trainer
If you are aged 24 and have experience in teaching and training, you could be the person we are looking for. You should be good at the computer and have some experience in programme writing. You will be allowed to make your own decisions, and to design courses as well as present them. Pay upwards of £15,000 for the right person. Please apply by sending your CV (简历) to Mrs R. Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
1.Who should you get in touch with if you hope to work in a radio station?
A. Producer Vacancies, Kiss 100.
B. Mrs Oglivie, Palmlace Limited.
C. The Enterprise Shopping Centre.
D. Wealden District Council.
2.We learn from the ads that the Enterprise Shopping Centre needs a person who________.
A. is aged between 24 and 40
B. may do some training work
C. should deal with general duties
D. can work for about a month
3.Which position is open to recent school graduates?
A. Producer, London Kiss.
B. Father Christmas.
C. Accountants Assistant.
D. Software Trainer.
4.What kind of person would probably apply to Palmlace Limited?
A. One with GCSE grade C level.
B. One with some office experience.
C. One having good computer knowledge.
D. One trained in producing music programmes.
My 8-year-old son, Kevin, has made friends with some boys in the neighborhood. He has been ____ with them after school. My wife, and I are ____ he has other kids to be with and we have ____ and encouraged him to play with his friends. We also want Kevin to learn ____, so we have asked him to tell us ___ he's going and to come home at a specified time.
The ____ started when Kevin didn't come home on time. On one occasion, I asked Kevin to be back at 6 pm. By 6:30, I needed to go ____ him. I found him at a friend's house, and he looked ____ that he couldn't continue playing. After we came home, I sat Kevin down for a talk about the ____ of keeping his word. I told him I was not worried about his arriving a few___ late, after a half hour, he told me he understood and I was ___.
The next day, I came home from work at about 6:30 pm and my wife asked me to go and get Kevin back ___ she said he should be back home at 6. I walked to his friend's house and a look of ___appeared on Kevin's face when he came to the door.
At __, my wife and I spoke to Kevin about why he didn't come home on time again. He said he just wanted to ___ playing. This was ___ so we decided to ground(罚不准出门) him for a week. This ___ no playing with his friends.
For the next week,whenever his friends came to ask for Kevin, we let him ___ to them that he was grounded. We felt this would help him be responsible for his ___.
As a ___ I believe one of the most important things we can teach our kids is self-responsibility and that actions have consequences.
1.A. studying B. playing C. chatting D. quarreling
2.A. glad B. lucky C. worried D.sure
3.A. made B. allowed C. trained D. forced
4.A. amusements B.communications C. honesty D. responsibility
5.A. when B.why C. where D. whenever
6.A. changes B.conflicts C. worries D. problems
7.A. looking for B.picking up C. waiting for D. calling up
8.A. angry B.nervous C. disappointed D. ashamed
9.A. quality B.importance C. stories D. ways
10.A. hours B.minutes C. days D. times
11.A. satisfied B.shocked C. surprised D. concerned
12.A. if B.unless C. because D. so
13.A. guilt B.disappointment C. excitement D. hatred
14.A. home B.school C. work D. office
15.A. finish B.keep C. learn D. stop
16.A. impossible B.impolite C. unacceptable D. unbelievable
17.A. meant B.suggested C. showed D. implied
18.A. reply B.apologize C. tell D. explain
19.A. decisions B.words C. actions D. friends
20.A. teacher B.parent C. writer D. professor
Only _______ as an interpreter _______ how important it is to grasp English.
A. when did I work; I realized
B. when I worked; I realized
C. when did I work; did I realize
D. when I worked; did I realize
_______ that they may eventually reduce the amount of labor needed on construction sites by 90 percent.
A. Such construction robots are clever
B. So clever the construction robots are
C. So clever are the construction robots
D. Such clever construction robots are
