When I was 7 years old,I felt really happy for the first time in my life.I remember that my teacher allowed each student to play various educational games in tum on a computer designed for teaching.One day,I found the source code（编码）for one of these games.Without knowing or being taught any programming language,I was able to figure out some of the BASIG code.I just gave myself an interminate number of lives in the game,so I could continue playing it forever.This was also my first introduction to algebra（代数）,and I didn't even know it at the time.This was a decisive moment in my life.I was quite excited because of what I was learning and what I was able to do.As a result,I was enthusiastic（充满热情的）for the rest of my life about self-learning and computers,and I was quite happy doing them too.
I've noticed that people who are truly content with life are enthusiastic about what they do.This enthusiasm, along with good health,is the key to being happy.It also leads to self-confidence and content in life too.It may also lead to success,wealth,and achievements.
Success,wealth,or achievements can also bring some people happiness,yet I know plenty of rich people who are unhappy.I know many people with successful businesses that are not happy with what they are doing.I know people who continuously buy themselves new toys,such as cars,computers,and televisions,yet never seem content for too long.Please remember,happiness is the journey of life,not the destination.
1.Why did the author mention his childhood experience in Paragraph 1?
A. To explain why he is a wise man.
B. To show he has a talent for algebra.
C. To inform us code is easy to process.
D. To say it makes a difference to his life.
2.Which of the following can replace the underlined word "interminate"?
A. Average. B. Illegal.
C. Unlimited. D. Obvious.
3.Who tends to feel satisfied with life?
A. One recovering from a severe illness.
B. One enthusiastic about what he/she does.
C. One in possession of a large fortune.
D. One having achieved great success.
4.What can we infer from the last two paragraphs?
A. Enthusiasm plays an important role in being happy.
B. A rich material life can lead to real happiness.
C. Human beings never feel satisfied with their life.
D. Happiness is the final target we desire a lifetime.
London is one of the most popular sites in the world for tourists to visit.If you are planning a trip to London in the future,you’re lucky.There are a variety of attractions for you to enjoy.
One of the most popular tourist attractions in London is the Tower of London.Founded more than 900 years ago, the Tower of London is one of the world's most famous towers and has changed a lot.Here,you can also find the seven ravens（乌鸦）which live in the Tower.There is a story that says: If there are no ravens in the Tower,the Tower and the kingdom will fall.There are also lots of tours,exhibits.and special events that you can enjoy throughout the year.
Another popular place to visit is Westminster Abbey.It was set up in 1065 by Edward the Confessor.Visitors to Westminster Abbey can enjoy its beautiful special Gothic architecture（哥特式建筑）.There are also lots of memorials of Kings and Queens to enjoy.Excellent transportation is available here by bus or tube from many locations in London.
Buckingham Palace is another place with a rich history to discover.It's the official London residence（住处）of Queen ElizabethⅡ.During August and September,you can visit the State Rooms and see the Changing of the Guards.The Queen's Gallery is open to the public daily.Checking the official timetable before you make sure to visit the Palace is a must,because it is not open year round.
1.We probably read the text in a(n)______.
A. travel magazine B. bookstore poster
C. advertisement D. science report
2.What may it suggest if no ravens are seen in the Tower according to the story?
A. The approaching of Christmas. B. Most rare animals are in danger.
C. The Tower and the kingdom will fall. D. The sudden change of the global climate.
3.What can we learn about the text?
A. There are few changes over the Tower.
B. London is the most popular site in the world.
C. People can visit the Changing of the Guards year round.
D. Memorials of Kings and Queens can be seen at Westminster Abbey.
4.What’s the best title for the text?
A. An Unforgettable Visit to London B. Attractions in London
C. Old Stories about London D. A Brief Introduction to London
Archimedes was a great scientist who lived in Greece long,long ago.He was so wise that even the king was his friend.
One day the king asked him,"How do you like my new crown?It's all gold."The king continued,"I gave a man gold to make this crown.But I think he may have kept some of it.”
“You are a wise man,”the king went on.“Find out if this crown is all gold.That way I will know if the man kept some of my gold.”
Archimedes thought about the crown for a long time.Then,one day he had an idea.He thought of it as he stepped into his bathtub.He saw that the water ran out over the sides.
"I've got it!"he yelled.He jumped out of his bathtub.He ran all the way to the king's home even without dress.
Archimedes asked the king for a piece of gold."It must be the same size as the one you gave the man,”he said. Then he filled a tub with water.In it he put the piece of gold.The water rose.He then took the gold out.He put the crown in the tub.The water rose even higher than before.That should not have happened!The crown and the piece of gold should have taken up the same space in the tub.Something had been added to the crown.It may have been silver. It may have been something else.But the crown was not all gold.
Archimedes’s idea was so clever that it is still used today.And he went on to learn many other things.But he sometimes got his ideas in strange places.
1.What does the underlined word "it" in Paragraph 2 refer to?
A. The crown B. The bathtub.
C. Silver. D. Gold.
2.What inspired Archimedes to come up with the idea?
A. The bright color of the crown. B. The King’s encouraging words.
C. The water running over the bathtub. D. The bathtub awarded by the king.
3.Why did Archimedes go to the king's home without dress?
A. Because he went mad. B. Because he was so excited.
C. Because of the hot weather. D. Because of the local customs.
4.What's the author's the attitude towards Archimedes?
A. Favorable. B. Unconcerned.
C. Disapproving. D. Worried.
We often meet with losses and downs in life.When I was young,I always went to my family and friends for help. As I grew older and became more independent,the advice from them wasn't enough and I began to read some books, which helped me a lot.Here I’d like to recommend some of them to you.
●The Art of Happiness,Howard Cutler
This book was written in 1998,and in it,Howard Cutler asks Brendan Burchard,an outstanding philosopher, questions.Cutler is a psychiatrist（神经病学家）aiming to understand what the purpose of life is according to Brendan Burchard.Burchard in turn describes what he believes the purpose of life is: it's being happy.
●Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life’s Most Important Skill,Matthieu Ricard
Written by a French doctor,Dr.Ricard beautifully describes ways in which,happiness can be achieved.He argues happiness doesn't just happen by chance or luck.Just like other skills,it requires lots of hard work and determination.
●The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment,Eckhart Tolle
The present moment is the only moment you have control of at any time in your life.In this book,Eckhart Tolle describes the importance of being present in spite of the mind's desire to be anywhere but now.
●The Alchemist,Paulo Coelho
Coelho uses a fictional story to describe the potential theme of this book.You have the power to create your own future.Only you have the ability to create the kind of life you want for yourself.Of course,you're required to work and devote yourself to achieving your goals.
1.Which book is probably an interview?
A. The Art of Happiness.
B. Happiness: A Guide to Developing Life’s Most Important Skill.
C. The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment.
D. The Alchemist.
2.What is Matthieu Ricard's opinion about happiness?
A. Being wealthy is the basis of happiness.
B. Happiness belongs to those fortunate people.
C. A strong will and efforts count in getting happiness.
D. Living happily in the present is tough for most people.
3.Who agrees that we are the master of our own life?
A. Eckhart Tolle. B. Paulo Coelho.
C. Matthieu Ricard. D. Brendan Burchard.
假如你是李华，打算毕业的到美国留学，请你给你的美国笔友Tom写一封电子邮件，告诉他你去留学的原因，对将要面临的语言和学业压力的担扰，并征询对方建议。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.开头语已为你写好。
Dear Tom,
I’ve finally made my decision to go to American for further study after graduating from high school.
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Yours,
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。
注意：1、答案请写在答题卷上；
2、只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分；
3、每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
4、答题符号、格式要规范；
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。
The other day after work, I was walking down the street while I saw a boy riding a nice bicycle, one of those bicycle with only one wheel. Dressing in all pink from head to toe, he was singing a song which was sounded like a kid’s song. I thought he must be total crazy. Just then, a lady dropped 20-dollar bill on the ground, but he didn’t realize it and started to walk away. The guy in pink picked out the money and gave it back to her. After that, he rode on but soon disappeared before the lady could thank him. How a strange and good guy!
