The good thing about children is that they _____very easily to new environments.
A. adapt B. appeal C. attach D. apply
I have been convinced that the print media are usually more____ and more reliable than television.
A. accurate B. ridiculous
C. urgent D. shallow
Clinical evidence began to ______,suggesting that the new drugs had a wider range of useful activities than had been predicted from experiments in animals.
A. operate B. strengthen
C. approve D. accumulate
“I don't feel right about this,” I said to one of my cousins in a low voice. She nodded in . Not wanting to be the first to touch the food, I waited for one of the older adults to start.
Thanksgiving usually meant and full stomachs, however, this year was . My family sat around the dinner table at our feast. Everyone had a full plate, everyone except for Grandma. The treatment for throat cancer would one of her great pleasures, eating. This was the first of many food-focused to come. I could not imagine what it would be like to never taste food again. My cousin Molly broke the with a raise of her glass, “To Nat.” We all followed her lead. “Your and strength encourage us all,” she continued. Grandma smiled, holding back her tears with great . “Thank you. Please, please eat.” And with that, we all began to eat. Conversation broke around the room while Grandma laughed and talked with us all. Cancer would take away her ability to eat, but not the gift of being the best hostess. The evening went on as Thanksgivings do. By the time the night was over, I felt to my family than ever before. I learned that we gather together on holidays not to eat rich feast, but to and share with one another. We my Grandmother’s courage, but we all learned a lesson in grace. In the years following, my Grandma to create meals for family events. She told me once with a laugh, “I may not be able to eat, but I can taste things.” With a heart, Grandma prepared what she could not have for the only purpose of making us . She inspired me to learn to cook and helped me find the to make everything come together: love.
1.A. disappointment B. surprise C. satisfaction D. agreement
2.A. songs B. laughter C. thoughts D. understanding
3.A. popular B. different C. familiar D. similar
4.A. aiming B. staring C. joking D. nodding
5.A. take away B. take in C. take up D. take down
6.A. plans B. dinners C. holidays D. activities
7.A. cheap B. beautiful C. delicious D. terrible
8.A. record B. rule C. dark D. silence
9.A. wish B. concern C. courage D. confidence
10.A. efforts B. effects C. relief D. patience
11.A. into B. up C. down D. out
12.A. necessary B. basic C. normal D. certain
13.A. farther B. closer C. happier D. stranger
14.A. apologize B. promise C. forgive D. support
15.A. remembered B. mentioned C. followed D. celebrated
16.A. continued B. decided C. hated D. started
17.A. still B. ever C. just D. even
18.A. careless B. frightening C. pitiful D. selfless
19.A. sad B. happy C. surprised D. lovely
20.A. sign B. skill C. attitude D. secret
We all see and hear about extraordinary people around us and wonder why we can’t be more like them. It’s not the big things that make someone extraordinary. Here are some small things that extraordinary people do every day:
● 1. That you’re the boss doesn’t mean you are right every time. Learn to back up your decisions with reason. Use logic(逻辑) to explain things, not authority. By doing this your decisions might invite criticism, but you will also get an opportunity to improve.
●They are generous with compliments（恭维）. Remember the time, when you worked really hard but got nothing in return? Not even a thank- you.__ 2._So every chance you get to praise someone, do it. A simple, “That was some great work, keep it up,” can go a long way in making the employees feel great about themselves. 3.
●They are helpful. Never hesitate to help someone. It’s fairly simple but it goes a long way. Don’t say something vague（含糊）like, “Can I help you?” because they might just say, “No, I’m good.” 4. “I had the same problem with this coffee machine in the morning. I think I have figured a way to make it work.” Offer in a way that feels mutually beneficial .
●They’re in charge of their emotions. Sometimes it is very important to stay silent. Especially when you’re angry, you don’t want to end up saying things you didn’t really mean to. So they take their time to think about what happened, and then come to a decision about how to deal with it. 5. Never be too casual with words or actions.
A. They are sensitive to others.
B. The key is to be specific.
C. A compliment can have a positive impact on their lives.
D. When you feel awkward receiving a compliment, give the person a smile.
E. They are open to criticism.
F. It hurts when your efforts are not recognized.
G. Before you say anything, consider others’ feelings.
“Beating is a sign of affection, cursing (骂)is a sign of love.”
Many may not expect to hear the words of the old Chinese saying in these modern times—with parents wealthier and better educated than they have ever been—but experts say they still ring true.
Today, it seems, Chinese parents are more likely to send their children to precollege military academies in the United States in the hope that some tough love will pave the way to success.
“Good education doesn’t mean letting your children enjoy privileges, especially our boys.” said Song Wenming, an entrepreneur (企业家)in Jinhua’ East China’s Zhejiang province. “They should be raised in tough conditions to know what to fight for in the future.”
In August, Song sent his 17yearold son to Valley Forge Military Academy (VFMA) in Pennsylvania. And he is far from alone, even though it takes a lot of money—around $48,000 per year—to send a child to a strict military school.
Statistics show that an increasing number of Chinese students have been registering with such academies.
A few years ago, there were no Chinese students at Valley Forge. Today, there are 28.“All of the Chinese students at Valley Forge came from wealthy families; some of them were spoiled.” said Jennifer Myers, director of marketing and communications at the school.
Song’s only son, Song Siyu, had a rocky start during his first six weeks at the school. The teenager said he went to the school voluntarily but did not expect it to be as difficult.
Now, three months later, he has perfected the art of taking a bath in 35 seconds, finishing a meal without looking at his food, and making his bed with precision. He can even take criticism, no matter how unreasonable.
“The training is hard but I know it is good for selfdevelopment of individuals.” said Song Siyu. “The endless training and scolding are just ways to build up our character; they are not personal.”
But his enthusiasm is not universal. Ten of the 13 Chinese students who joined the academy this year have transferred to other schools.
But for those who stick with it, there is a reward for all the hard work.
1.From the second paragraph, we can know the old Chinese saying ________ .
A. is out of date in modern times
B. is disagreed by rich parents
C. is still worth trusting
D. is deeply believed by better educated parents
2.The underlined sentence means that _________.
A. Song sent his only son to military school，so he feels lonely
B. Song is the only one who sends his child to military school
C. there are other people sending their children to military school besides Song
D. the fee of the military school is so high that only Song can afford it
3.How many Chinese students are there at Valley Forge before this year?
A. 10. B. 13. C. 15. D. 25.
4.Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?
A. It's likely that more and more Chinese students will attend VFMA.
B. Most Chinese parents approve of educating their children by beating and cursing nowadays.
C. Song Siyu had no difficulty in adjusting to the life at VFMA.
D. Most Chinese students support the way of education at VFMA.
