Here are some interesting places in America:
Lake Placid
Lake Placid in New York State has everything you want: great downhill skiing (滑雪), great golf courses, and ponds for swimming. It is also a beautiful village with shops, restaurants, and hotels.
It is well-known as the place of the 1932 and 1980 Winter Olympics. While many travelers visit here for outdoor activities, others come to this beautiful town simply to get away from cities and enjoy the clean mountain air. Whether you come to Lake Placid for adventure or rest, you’ll surely enjoy your stay here.
Old Forge
Located (坐落于) in New York State, Old Forge is a deeply-wooded town with many rivers and lakes. It is a place where many people come to spend their summers. Biking, boating, and skiing are all popular sports in Old Forge. And on rainy days, the town’s small shops become the best places for people to look for special local gifts. If you are looking for a quiet place to keep away from trouble, Old Forge is a good choice.
Leavenworth
This comfortable mountain village is just a few hours’ drive to the east of Seattle. Many people from Seattle and from the rest of the country come here to enjoy the local shops and delicious German food.
Outside of Leavenworth, you will find some of the best views in Washington. High mountains rise from the wooded valleys (峡谷) and rivers run through the forests. There is no doubt that the environment is what makes Leavenworth such a special place for visitors.
1. Lake Placid is the best place for ______.
A. runners B. swimmers C. cyclists D. horse riders
2.What do Lake Placid and Old Forge have in common?
A. They are located in the same state.
B. The same things are sold in shops.
C. The same sports are played.
D. People go to the two places to spend their summers.
3.Why do people prefer to visit Leavenworth?
A. They like the special food there.
B. They love doing sports there.
C. They can buy cheap things there.
D. They enjoy the quiet environment.
I am the captain of a ship in American Marine Police Force. I have been working as a policeman on the sea for eight years. I really love the sea because of its cool winds, the fresh smell and the beautiful scenery (风景), so I joined Marine Police Force to safeguard the sea.
Several days ago, I was out on a boat with my friends. We were not on duty but our officer allowed us to use the police sailing boat. It was very relaxing to have a day off on the sea with friends.
We went fishing. We were on our way back when I saw a ship with the name PSS Pollu. It was pouring oil into the sea. I was very upset about this, so I managed to call the ship and shouted, “Stop at once and follow us back to the shore!” But PSS Pollu tried to escape.
We tried our best to follow her but the ship was too fast for us so we contacted the Police Force and asked for help. Two fast police boats were sent and soon caught up with PSS Pollu. The ship had no choice but to give in.
Six policemen searched PSS Pollu and found that it was carrying illegal (违法的) goods. The men on PSS Pollu were punished. I was rewarded for providing useful information while I was off duty. I felt proud and now I love my job even more.
1.The writer found PSS Pollu when he was ______.
A. on duty B. on holiday
C. on business D. on a visit
2.The writer tried to catch PSS Pollu because ______.
A. it polluted the sea
B. it drove too fast
C. it hunted for sea animals
D. it attacked the police boat
3.How did the writer feel after catching PSS Pollu?
A. Frightened. B. Moved. C. Worried. D. Happy.
假如你是李华，在一个英文网络论坛上，你看到一个名叫Grown-up的中学生发帖寻求帮助，请根据帖子内容和要求回帖。
问题:我今年14岁了，今年秋天就要去上高中了，但是我的妈妈还把我当做7岁小孩对待，我应该怎么办呢？
参考词汇：理【解析】
understand 建议：suggestion
写作要点：
(1)告诉Grown-up要理解母亲；
(2)给Grown-up解决问题的具体建议；
(3)可适当发挥，词数100词左右。
Hi, Grown-up,
Yours friendly,
Li hua.
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中
共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（/\），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。
There are lots of experience in our life. The most unforgettable one for me is the speech competition holding last year. I’m interested in English. When my English teacher told me that I had chosen to take part in the speech competition, I devoted me to the preparation. I was determined to win the first prize. I was such nervous when I stood on the stage that I forgot everything. Not until I caught a sight of my teacher did I calm down. Finally，I do a good job. When I heard I got the first prize，my heart was filled in joy and tears rolled down. Through this speech competition，I understand that it is confident that makes people successfully.
M: Excuse me. Would you mind if I smoked here?
W: I’m sorry. Didn’t you see the sign on the wall, “No ___1.____”?
M: Oh, sorry. _2.____ can I smoke on this floor?
W: I’m afraid it’s not allowed here.
M: Oh, dear! I wonder ___3.___ I could have ___4.____ glass of water.
W: Sure. Help ___5.____ (you), over there.
M: Thanks.
W: Don’t you know smoking is not good _6._____ your health, young man?
M: Yes, I do. I tried many times to give it up, but I ___7.____(fail). When I go without it, I feel very bad.
W: Yes, it’s hard to stop! __8.__, if you have the nonsmokers’ health in mind, you might succeed.
M: You’re right! Thanks very much. I’ll try again ___9.___ (kick) my smoking habit.
W: That’s good. Well, if you ___10.____ (die) to smoke now, you can go outside, in the open air.
M: Oh, no! I’m not smoking anymore from now on!
W: That’s great!
You are only three years old, and at this point in your life you are not able to understand this letter. But some day when you , I hope you will find something in what I am going to share with you.
Life can be . There will be people in your life who won’t be very nice. They’ll you because you are different, for no good reason. You will also face heartbreak and might be by those you love. I hope you don’t have to face these too much, but such things .
Be open to life anyway. You’ll find cruelty and in your journey through life, but don’t let that you from finding new things. Don’t retreat(退却) from life, and don’t or wall yourself off. Be open to new things, new experiences, and new people. You’ll many times, but if you allow that to stop you from trying, you will many chances. Do remember failure is a stepping stone to .
You will meet many people who will try to do than you, in school, in college and at work. They’ll try to have nicer cars, bigger houses, nicer clothes, and so on. To , life is a competition. However, I believe life is a . If you always try your best to others, you’re wasting your life. Learn to enjoy your life and you will make it a journey of , of learning, and of love.
Finally, know that I love you and always will. You are a really wonderful journey, and I will always be there for you.
1.A. grow up B. show up C. cheer up D. calm down
2.A. familiar B. valuable C. normal D. interesting
3.A. unkind B. peaceful C. equal D. simple
4.A. end up with B. get on well with C. laugh at D. look after
5.A. if B. but C. so D. or
6.A. hurt B. found C. accepted D. impressed
7.A. matter B. work C. disappear D. happen
8.A. luck B. pain C. difference D. hope
9.A. protect B. encourage C. prevent D. choose
10.A. forgive B. struggle C. compete D. hide
11.A. leave B. prepare C. escape D. fail
12.A. enjoy B. try C. miss D. meet
13.A. success B. life C. action D. sorrow
14.A. earlier B. better C. less D. faster
15.A. you B. me C. him D. them
16.A. challenge B. drama C. journey D. dream
17.A. change B. pardon C. follow D. beat
18.A. somewhere B. instead C. afterwards D. though
19.A. cruelty B. danger C. happiness D. quietness
20.A. starting B. destroying C. recreating D. replacing
