I grew up in New York my whole life. I studied in a perfect college that happened only to be an hour away from home. Then, about three weeks before the spring term was over, my parents told me we were moving to Arizona that summer. They asked me if I was going to transfer (转学) to another college. I said no. I was not going to change everything in my life at one time and I loved my college and all the amazing things I was doing there. It was my second home; I would not leave everything I knew at the same time since that was asking for trouble.
I never imagined it would be this hard but, at the same time, the best thing that could have happened to me.
When out in Arizona, life was hard. I didn't know anyone other than my family and friends. I couldn’t bear the extreme heat. But it has helped me so much. I have started working on my writing. I also have time to work out in the gym. It has helped me realize that no matter where you are or who you know you can always find something that you enjoy.
When back at school in New York, it was hard as well. Living close to home was my security blanket. If something was wrong I could get in my car and drive home and see my family. After my family moved to another city, I lacked security and was always controlled by anxiety. However, it helped me learn independence and forced me to be brave.
I' m so thankful that I didn't transfer to a different school, which has given me the opportunity to go back and see best friends in my hometown. A year ago, I officially left my hometown for good. It has helped me grow and I am so thankful that I have had this experience. Now, when I graduate from college, I can go anywhere I want. I am no longer afraid to go out on my own into the world. The world is full of opportunities and pleasure and I can' t wait to see where I will be next.
1.In Paragraph 1, the author .
A. preferred to stay at school than at home
B. would not change both school and home
C. would rather stay at his hometown
D. was glad to go to a new school
2.How was life like to the author in Arizona?
A. He liked the cool weather there.
B. He couldn’t find anything he enjoyed.
C. He found his life difficult but helpful.
D. He worked for a student organization.
3.The underlined sentence in Paragraph 4 means that living near home .
A. gave me a sense of security
B. meant I could be safe every day
C. meant I could do everything I wanted bravely
D. allowed me to get a blanket easily if needed
4.What is the best title for the passage?
A. My school life in New York B. My home and college
C. My moving during college D. My experience in Arizona
1. Siem Reap, Cambodia
Siem Reap is a fast-growing city with plenty of new hotels, restaurants and nightclubs. But many people are here not because of the city itself, but for the things nearby: amazingly well-preserved ancient temples. Even if you have the worst jet lag (时差反应) ever, drag yourself out of bed to be at Angkor Archaeological Park when it opens. The sunrise over Angkor Wat is worth losing sleepover.
2. Rome, Italy
Rome is a city of contrasts (差异) — where else on earth could be home to both the Vatican and La Dolce Vita? Rome is unique in that it offers a great combination of different art, culture and food. If your preference is for sports, then Rome also has a lot to offer. In terms of music and live entertainment, a lot of the most famous Italian and international artists also tend to include Rome on European and world tours.
3. New York, America
The first time you go to New York, go ahead and be a sightseer- everyone should visit the Statue of Liberty, the Met, Times Square, etc. But on a return trip, pick a neighborhood and go deep. You will find hole-in-the-wall bars, strange shops...Exploring the non-touristy side of New York is an extremely rewarding experience for a traveler.
4. Istanbul, Turkey
Europe and Asia meet in Istanbul. Throughout this energetic city, you will find centuries-old churches and markets happily coexisting (共存) with modem restaurants, galleries and nightclubs. Though no longer a capital, Istanbul is the heart of the Republic of Turkey and the financial center with a large population.
1.Why do people most probably visit Siem Reap?
A. Because it is developing fast.
B. Because it has many new things.
C. Because of the Sunrise at Angkor Wat.
D. Because of the well-preserved temples nearby.
2.If one is interested in music and sports, which city should he visit?
A. New York, America. B. Rome, Italy.
C. Siem Reap, Cambodia. D. Istanbul, Turkey.
3.What do people usually do on their visit to New York?
A. The Statue of Liberty is a good choice on their first visit.
B. They visit the non-touristy side on their first trip.
C. They prefer to find holes in the walls of shops.
D. They can watch the amazing sunrise.
4.Which part of a newspaper can this text be read in?
A. Culture. B. Business.
C. Travel. D. Sports.
假如你是李华，你班的留学生Charles即将结束三周的假期从美国返回。你想委托他为你代购一个剃须刀，作为生日礼物送给爸爸。请按照以下要求给他写一封电子邮件：
1. 品牌：Gillette;
2. 价格：30美元左右。
注意：1. 词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：剃须刀shaver
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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:在错的词下画一横线,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
Dear Mr. Dyson,
I am interested in what you advertised the other day on the Internet. I would like to apply to become a assistant in your company.
I expect to graduate on Beijing University in 2019 and get a Master's degree in mechanical engineering. In the past few years, I had got experience in designing new projects and developed professionally competence in my subjects.
I worked in my holidays for a company where designed engines for jeeps. I helped them design several part of the new engine. It made me to think I would like to work in a real inventor's company. I understand that you have the qualifications and experience that you need for the personnel in your company. I would grateful if you could consider employ me in your company.
Yours sincerely,
Liu Xue
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
One morning, I was waiting at the bus stop, worried about 1. (be) late for school. There were many people waiting at the bus stop,2. some of them looked 3. (disappoint). When the bus finally came, we all hurried on board. I got a place next to the window, so I had a good view of the sidewalk. A girl on a bike 4. (catch) my attention. She was riding beside the bus and waving her arm. I heard a passenger behind me shouting to the driver, but he refused 5. (stop) until we reached the next stop. Still, the girl kept 6. (ride). She was carrying something over her shoulder and shouting. Finally, when we came to the next stop, the girl ran up to the door of the bus. I heard a conversation. Then the driver stood up and asked, “7. anyone lose a suitcase at the last stop?” An old lady on the bus shouted, “Oh dear! It,8. (I).” She pushed her way to the driver and took the suitcase thankfully. Everyone on the bus began talking about 9. the girl had done, and the crowd of strangers 10. (sudden) became more friendly to each other.
I walked into a bank in town a couple of days ago and waited in the queue. I was the second______and I couldn’t help overhearing the_______in front of me. The bank clerk must have been having a(an) _______ day and after asking how the_______was and so on, he began to complain about our government, _______them for not doing enough to_______the coast from storms and floods as this had been much on the news at the time.
He was in_____spirits and you could tell that he was really_______about a lot of things going on in the world.
My heart went out to him. I was _______ next and all I could do was_______. 1didn’t have any words. Afterwards, it _______to me something that had been running under my own thoughts.
So I left the bank, found a_______and on it I wrote: Sometimes the bad parts of the world seem so_______. There are so many sad things going on in the news. They make it hard to see _______going on around us. But that doesn’t_______life right now can’t be beautiful. All you have to do is open your eyes. It’s in the gaps(缝隙) that beauty is_______.
I_______the postcard back into the bank, wandered around and_______ it on a table, ______that the bank clerk would find it. Whether he did or not, I never found out, but it_______would do someone some good, which I’m certain of.
1.A. in sight B. in the way C. in line D. in time
2.A. story B. noise C. quarrel D. conversation
3.A. perfect B. bad C. nervous D. unfortunate
4.A. customer B. farmer C. thinker D. officer
5.A. praising B. blaming C. doubting D. punishing
6.A. prevent B. remove C. separate D. protect
7.A. low B. high C. good D. strange
8.A. excited B. trouble C. cautious D. curious
9.A. served B. paid C. refused D. invited
10.A. comfort B. smile C. scream D. criticize
11.A. seemed B. happened C. came D. looked
12.A. pen B. desk C. postcard D. book
13.A. disappointing B. encouraging C. delightful D. interesting
14.A. fight B. pollution C. luckiness D. beauty
15.A. tell B. feel C. mean D. teach
16.A. found B. built C. missed D. neglected
17.A. passed B. mailed C. took D. lost
18.A. wrote B. hid C. announced D. left
19.A. advising B. hoping C. watching D. guessing
20.A. surely B. suddenly C. hardly D. lately
