Colin, my older brother and I have been quite busy1.(plan) our holiday. We can't wait to go to Africa first.
The most exciting thing we are going to do 2.(be) to travel by camel through the Sahara Desert. I think 3. will be uncomfortable to sit on a camel for 6 days. After the trip, we'll go white-water rafting. It is dangerous so you have to wear special clothes, a helmet4.a life jacket. Our next destination is Kenya, 5.we'll live with the local people in their villages, and eat and drink whatever they do, 6.(include) cow's blood. During the day, we'll try to get close to some big animals to take some really good 7.(photo). The animals are dangerous so our guides will have guns with us 8.(scare) them away if they came too close. When we climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, we will make sure that we will get enough rest after sunset because mountain climbing can be very 9.(tire) and many people feel sick as the air gets 10.(thin).
I hope everything goes well!
My name is Sam Adamson. I have an interesting job. I don't treat sick people. I _______ animals, such as cats, dogs, and even pigs. I work in an animal clinic.
Most of the time, I am quite_______. I don't have time to go on vacation, but recently I had a _______ to stay in Paris for a week. I was excited, but everything became _______ when I first got there.
On my first day there, I decided to take a walk around the city. Half an hour later, I couldn't _______ the way back. I was lost! Since I couldn't speak French, I had to _______English.I stopped a teenager and asked him the way_______English. To my surprise, he _______his head and walked away. Then a young lady did the same thing. It seemed that everyone refused to help me. At last, an old man told me the _______and explained why I couldn't get help. He said that most French people don't like answering tourists' questions in English. ________, I still think that the people I stopped were very rude. Maybe I should begin to learn French.
1.A. look after B. look for C. look into D. look at
2.A. busy B. important C. happy D. comfortable
3.A. plan B. time C. chance D. right
4.A. joke B. question C. mistake D. mess
5.A. decide B. find C. get D. search
6.A. learn B. teach C. use D. say
7.A. of B. in C. on D. at
8.A. shook B. nodded C. turned D. moved
9.A. plan B. place C. method D. way
10.A. Besides B. Additionally C. However D. Though
Most students have had an experience of putting off things that must be done before a certain time. Here are some ways to help you reduce this age-old practice.
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In order to achieve a particular result, you should constantly set and update goals. It can be beneficial to mark all deadlines in a planner and think about how much time you need to meet them all. What is more, make a daily schedule in order to reach necessary goals before going to bed.
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Sometimes you may consider some work or class pointless and not useful to your further studies. However, when these thoughts arise, remind yourself what the final goal of your schooling is. Remind yourself why you wanted to go to school and take this program in the first place.
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The most common things that take your attention away are those found on the Internet-social media sites, and videos. If you do not need the Internet to do your work, turn it off so that you are not receiving notices while completing your work.
Have something to look forward to.
Being productive for all hours of every day does not work, so plan time to go out with friends or do something relaxing. This way, while you are working, you can keep in mind that once you are finished your work you can go out and not worry about your assignments.
A. Reward yourself.
B. Turn off the Internet.
C. Set goals.
D. Remind yourself of what you are doing.
Everyone needs friends. There is an old saying, "Friends are God's way of taking care of us." But how do you find real friendship and keep it?
The American writer Sally Seamans tells young students some smart ways to find friends. Sally says finding friendship is just like planting a tree. You plant the seed and take care of it to make it grow.
First, you should choose a friend. What makes a good friend? It is not because a person has money or good looks. A good friend should be kind and patient. For example, if you have a bad day, a good friend should listen to your complaints and do his or her best to help. To make a friend, you cannot be too shy. You should make each other happy and share your lives.
But things cannot always be happy. Even the best friends have fights. What should you do when you have a fight with your friend? You have to talk to him or her. When there is no one around, have an honest talk. If he or she doesn't want to talk, you could write a letter.
There are three steps to being friends again: Tell him or her how you are feeling; say what your friend has done wrong, and explain why you did this or that. Remember that friendship is the most important thing in your life.
1.Sally wants to tell students the ways to ________.
A. find friends B. plant trees
C. get happy D. keep fit
2.What makes good friends?
A. A good friend should be lovely and cool.
B. A good friend should be kind and patient.
C. A good friend should have lots of money.
D. A good friend should have good looks.
3.According to the text, you can ________ your friend after a fight.
A. buy a present for B. never say a word to
C. have dinner with D. write a letter to
4.What is the best title of the text?
A. The development and maintenance of friendship
B. The good friends around you
C. The trouble of growing up
D. The keeping of friendship
China is a land of bicycles.At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country.Back then everyone seemed to be riding a bicycle.Cars were fare.Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year,I've found there are millions of cars. However,bicycles are still popular nowadays.People still use their bicycles to get around.For many,it's the most convenient and cheapest way to travel today.
It's rush quickly through crossroads,move skillfully through traffic,and ride even on sidewalks（人行道）. Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about,which cars just can't provide.Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture,I decided to buy a bicycle.Immediately I got my new bike I jumped up on the seat and started home.
My first ride home was orderly（守秩序的）.To be safe, I stayed with a "pack" of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times.I didn't want to get hit.So I took the ride carefully.Crossing the streets was the biggest problem.It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States.The streets here were wide,so crossing took time,skill and a little bit of luck.
I finally made it home.The feeling on the bicycle was amazing.The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful.I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people.Biking made me feel alive.
1.According to the author,why are bicycles still popular in China today?
A. Because they are traditional and safe.
B. Because they are convenient and inexpensive.
C. Because they are colorful and available.
D. Because they are fast and environment friendly.
2.The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended_______.
A. to ride it for fun B. to use it for transport
C. to experience the culture D. to improve his riding skills
3.How did the author feel about his street crossing?
A. It was boring. B. It was difficult.
C. It was lively. D. It was wonderful.
4.Which of the following best describes the author's biking experience?
A. The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills.
B. The author was annoyed by the air while riding.
C. The author was praised by the other bikers.
D. The author took great pleasure in biking.
Do you want to set aside some time for what you like and have fun? Here are some good choices:
City Water Skiing Center
We are in the heart of the city and give you an easy chance to enjoy the fun and excitement of water skiing. We offer one lesson every hour between 8 a.m and 11 a.m. A fun way to get a lot of exercise quickly and then stay fit.
Horse Riding School
Our experienced teachers provide one-on-one instruction that makes learning to ride a horse safe and easy. We are located on a large farm where you will be able to get to enjoy lots of fresh air and the beauty of nature. Open 7 days a week between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Ballroom Dancing Society
The dancing society is organizing a special course for new members. No experience is necessary and if you don't have your own partner we will arrange one for you. Have fun learning to dance and making new friends in class and at our many social events. Classes are from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. every Monday and Thursday.
Ron's Boxing Gym
We don't just teach you how to box; we teach you how to keep fit for the rest of your life. Our training involves many different activities such as running, skipping and lifting weight, as well as—of course—actual boxing. Once a month we also organize practice fights for members of the same sex and weight. Open from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m.
1.If you only have time to go during your workday lunch hour, you should choose ________.
A. Horse Riding school B. Ballroom Dancing Society
C. Ron's Boxing Gym D. City Water Skiing Center
2.What do we know about Ballroom Dancing Society's course?
A. Dancing experience is necessary to take the course.
B. One must sign up for the course with his or her own partner.
C. The course can help enrich one's social life.
D. The course is taught only on weekends.
3.According to the text, one gets different training exercises in ________.
A. Horse Riding school B. Ballroom Dancing Society
C. Ron's Boxing Gym D. City water Skiing Center
4.This text is most probably a(n) ________.
A. news B. story
C. advertisement D. report
