English Conversation
Leader: Mandi Ashmore
english@ iwc-lausanne. org
We meet on Mondays at 14：30 at the IWC clubhouse. We chat for about an hour and discuss everything. Mandi asks “students” to contact her on Monday to confirm the class as sometimes she needs to cancel for various reasons or occasionally she may choose to hold the class at a different venue(举办地点) or at an earlier time for us to be able to have lunch together.
French Conversation, Advanced Beginner
Leader: Marielle Sulmoni
frenchconvo@ iwc-lausanne. org
I'm French (born in Bordeaux) and Swiss by marriage. I hold an advanced beginners' French conversation class on Tuesday afternoons from 14：30 16：00. We meet weekly at the clubhouse in a friendly atmosphere. I hope to help you use your knowledge of French, allowing you to speak with no fear of making mistakes, which in time will become fewer and fewer.
French Language Lab, Beginner
Leader: Maija Remlinger
frenchlab@ iwc-lausanne. org
The group meets on Thursday afternoons from 15：00－16：30 at the clubhouse. The first half of the class is devoted to reading out loud from the book “Easy French Reader”, working on pronunciation and phrasing. During the second half, we listen to audio recordings from “New French with Ease” and work on oral comprehension.
French Conversation, Advanced
Leader: Juliette Brull
french@ iwc-lausanne, org
We meet every Tuesday at the IWC clubhouse from 9：30－11：00. Most of our time is devoted to very lively discussions about current events and various topics. We also read a book written by a French author and sometimes we see a French movie.
1.Why are you advised to contact Mandi?
A. To check the arrangement. B. To exchange ideas.
C. To decide the topics. D. To ask for leave.
2.Which of the clubs focuses mainly on the basic knowledge of language?
A. English Conversation.
B. French Conversation, Advanced .
C. French Language Lab, Beginner.
D. French Conversation, Advanced Beginner.
3.Who will you get in touch with if you like watching French films?
A. Mandy Ashmore B. Marielle Sulmoni
C. Maija Remlinger D. Juliette Brull
科目：高中英语 来源：2016年高考英语一轮复习新人教版选修6第3-5单元检测英语试卷（解析版） 题型：完形填空
完形填空。
I went to a group activity, “Sensitivity Sunday”, which was to make us more ______ the problems faced by disabled people. We were asked to “______ a disability” for several hours one Sunday. Some members, ______, chose to use wheelchairs. Others wore sound-blocking earplugs（耳塞）or blindfolds（眼罩）.
Just sitting in the wheelchair was a ______ experience. I had never considered before how ______ it would be to use one. As soon as I sat down, my ______ made the chair begin to roll. Its wheels were not ______. Then I wondered where to put my ______. It took me quite a while to get the metal footrest into ______. I took my first uneasy look at what was to be my only means of ______ for several hours. For disabled people, “adopting a wheelchair” is not a temporary（临时的）______ .
I tried to find a ______ position and thought it might be restful, ______ kind of nice, to be ______ around for a while. Looking around, I ______ I would have to handle the thing myself? My hands started to ache as I ______ the heavy metal wheels. I came to know that controlling the ______ of the wheelchair was not going to be a(n) ______ task.
My wheelchair experiment was soon ______. It made a deep impression on me. A few hours of “disability” gave me only a taste of the ______, both physical and mental, that disabled people must overcome.
1.A. curious about B. interested in C. aware of D. careful with
2.A. cure B. prevent C. adopt D. analyze
3.A. instead B. strangely C.as usual D. like me
4.A. learning B. working C. satisfying D. relaxing
5.A. convenient B. awkward C. boring D. exciting
6.A. height B. force C. skill D. weight
7.A. locked B. repaired C. powered D. grasped
8.A. hands B. feet C. keys D. handles
9.A. place B. action C. play D. effect
10.A. operation B. communication C. transportation D. production
11.A. exploration B. education C. experiment D. entertainment
12.A. flexible B. safe C. starting D. comfortable
13.A. yet B. just C. still D. even
14.A. shown B. pushed C. driven D. guided
15.A. realized B. suggested C. agreed D. admitted
16.A. lifted B. turned C. pressed D. seized
17.A. path B. position C. direction D. way
18.A. easy B. heavy C. major D. extra
19.A. forgotten B. repeated C. conducted D. finished
20.A. weaknesses B. challenges C. anxieties D. illnesses
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年山东济南一中高一下期末英语试卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
Five years ago, David Smith wore an expensive suit to work every day. “I was a clothes addict(有瘾的人),” he jokes. “I used to carry a fresh suit to work with me, so I could change if my clothes got wrinkled(有褶皱的).” Today David wears casual clothes (便装) to the office. He hardly ever wears a necktie. “I am working harder than ever.” David says, “and I need to feel comfortable.”
More and more companies are allowing their office workers to wear casual clothes to work. In the United States, the change from formal to casual office wear has been gradual. In the early 1990s, many companies allowed their employees to wear casual clothes on Friday. This became known as “casual Friday”. “What started out as an extra one-day-a-week benefit for employees has really become an everyday thing.” said business consultant Maisly Jones.
Why have so many companies started allowing their employees to wear casual clothes? “One reason is that it’s easier for a company to attract new employees if it has a casual dress code.” “A lot of young people don’t want to dress up for work,” says Owen Black, the owner of a software company, “so it’s hard to hire people if you have a conservative (保守的) dress code.” Another reason is that people seem happier and more productive when they are wearing comfortable clothes. In a study conducted by Levi Company, 85 percent of employers said that they believe that casual dress improves employee morale (心境, 士气). Only 4 percent of employers said that casual dress has a negative influence on productivity. Supporters of casual office wear also argue that a casual dress code helps them save money. “Suits are expensive, if you have to wear one every day,” one person said. “For the same amount of money, you can buy a lot more casual clothes.”
1.David thinks he was “a clothes addict” because .
A. he disliked cheap clothes
B. he always kept his suit neat
C. he often cleaned his office
D. he spent a little on clothes
2.Why does David Smith wear casual clothes now?
A. He feels at ease.
B. He looks handsome.
C. He went to a new company.
D. He can’t afford expensive suits.
3.What can we learn from the text?
A. Casual clothes can impress others.
B. People fought for “Casual Friday”.
C. “Casual Friday” used to be popular.
D. “Casual Friday” was given as a prize.
4.What is the advantage of casual office wear?
A. Making workers more easygoing.
B. Making workers more attractive.
C. Improving workers’ ability.
D. Saving workers’ money.
5.Which does Owen Black probably agree to?
A. Comfortable clothes are cheap.
B. Nobody like conservative clothes.
C. Young people like casual clothes.
D. U.S. employers like casual office wear.
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年山东济南一中高二下期末英语试卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
The biggest challenge faced by travelers especially those who like to have a backpacking trip is how to ensure a steady supply of clean clothes. Now, thanks to a great invention called Scrubba Wash Pack, that worry may be a thing of the past.
The portable washing machine was invented by Ash Newland in 2010, while planning to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro. Struck by the limited packing space, he got inspiration from traditional washboards to create a bag that could be used to clean clothes. Then he quitted his career as a lawyer and focused on perfecting the bag’s design. By 2012, the bag was ready for the public. It weighed only 180 grams and required very little storage space, making it perfect for anyone wishing to travel light.
Not surprisingly, the bag worth 55 dollars was an instant hit with travelers, university students and even passengers. However, Newland was not satisfied. He still saw a flaw with his invention – dirty clothes had to be carried around in a separate bag! The recently introduced Scrubba Wash Pack solves that problem.
In order to make the pack active, dirty clothes are placed inside the bag along with two to three liters of water. The bag is then shut tightly to ensure all air is squeezed out and the clothes are massaged for a few minutes. After a quick wash, they are clean and ready to be dried. According to Newland, the pack can clean anything from jeans to smelly socks! What’s even more amazing is that with a capacity to hold 13-liters of water, it can be used to wash more clothes at a time.
The best part is that the 99-dollar pack that will be available for sale later this year, only weighs 300 grams and is completely foldable, making it easy to store when it’s not in use. With the Scrubba Wash Pack, wandering through foreign cities searching for a washing shop, or paying for washing machines may soon be a thing of the past!
1.What led Ash Newland to create the Scrubba Wash Bag?
A. His job requirements.
B. B. A traditional washboard.
C. His interest in invention.
D. His personal experience.
2.Why wasn’t Ash Newland satisfied with his former invention?
A. Clothes couldn’t be washed well.
B. The invention was not so convenient.
C. The bag couldn’t contain enough water.
D. The cost of the invention was very high.
3.It can be inferred that the improved Wash Pack ______.
A. turns to be much environmentally friendlier
B. will replace the traditional washing machines
C. will be widely used by more travelers in the future
D. can encourage more people to travel a long distance
4.What is the passage mainly about?
A. Introducing a great new invention.
B. Explaining the development of backpack
C. Listing some common problems for travelers.
D. Comparing two kinds of washing machines.
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年江西上高县第二中学高一下期末英语卷（解析版） 题型：完形填空
完形填空,请认真阅读下面短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
As a child, I started learning to play the piano, my favorite musical _________ ,but I was forced to give up when I started my middle school _________ I could concentrate more on my studies.
It’s one of my biggest _________ to stop practicing the piano when I recall sadly today. During the following years, I kept telling my piano teacher that I would _________ . However, I didn’t keep my promise because I was _________ with my study. _________ I lost touch with my teacher. Some years later, my teacher died. I was very sad because I lost such a good teacher. She was a very warm and gentle person. It hurts me to think she may have been _________ that I never returned. I haven’t taken lessons since then but to be honest, I _________ to. Sitting at the piano, I couldn’t help recalling many _________ —times of my practising at home and playing before my teacher and one time my teacher _________ me after I played entire pieces of music wrong in front of her colleagues. I was so _________ that I could hardly say anything. But her _________ helped ease my shame. These memories, _________, good or bad, never caused my _________ for playing the piano again.
This thought then led me to think that _________ is like music, and that we all try to play different _________ in the instrument of our life. Sometimes the pitch(音高) is _________ when we play it well, but sometimes we are out of tone. However, we all continue to create our own _________ style of music. No matter what style our music is, it is _________ that we sing the songs of joy, quietness and love. Though I may never make it back to piano lessons, it doesn’t _________ that I’ve stopped making music.
1.A. instrument B. performance C. room D. stage
2.A. because B. so that C. now that D. for
3.A. successes B. regrets C. decisions D. hobbies
4.A. play B. graduate C. leave D. return
5.A. occupied B. angry C. satisfied D. patient
6.A. Actually B. Constantly C. Suddenly D. Gradually
7.A. astonished B. glad C. disappointed D. amazed
8.A. liked B. needed C. wanted D. decided
9.A. dreams B. expressions C. words D. memories
10.A. instructed B. hurt C. punished D. respected
11.A. frightened B. moved C. embarrassed D. excited
12.A. happiness B. satisfaction C. comfort D. sigh
13.A. instead B. meanwhile C. therefore D. however
14.A. hope B. courage C. feeling D. effort
15.A. life B. learning C. attitude D. enjoyment
16.A. cards B. sports C. roles D. games
17.A. hard B. wonderful C. surprising D. complex
18.A. unique B. boring C. common D. similar
19.A. necessary B. strange C. possible D. important
20.A. matter B. mean C. report D. appear
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年吉林松原油田高中高二下期末英语试卷（解析版） 题型：七选五
从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Depressed people can be very difficult to be around， and yet they need more than the usual amount of support and understanding from their friends and family.
The anger and lack of concern that a depressed person may have for people close to him or her can be very disturbing to someone who's trying to help. _____1.______. Withdrawal from others can make it nearly impossible to encourage a depressed person to enter into activities that may help pull him or her out of the depression.
______2.____ Attempts to help may be met with defensiveness and verbal attacks. While being supportive and understanding， the friend of a family member must be careful not to do too many things for the depressed person. There is a very thin line between being supportive and being overly protective. Too much “doing for” can be a disservice(帮倒忙)．
________3._________
◆Do not moralize. Don't pressure him or her to “put on a happy face，” or to “snap out of it.” Often the person will feel even worse after hearing such words.
◆When you are alone with your depressed friend， you might say something like， “I've noticed lately that you seem down. I care about you and would like to listen to what you're thinking about.” Then be a good listener.
◆______4.______You probably don't. But if you've had similar experiences， sharing those may help. Say things like， “This happened to me. It might help you.” Or “I know some of what you must be feeling.”
◆Urge him or her to get professional help if necessary. ______5.______
A. It is frequently difficult for a depressed person to carry on a conversation.
B. You can best help a friend or relative who is depressed by considering the following points：
C. At such times， the sincerity of a friend or a family member is questioned when the depressed person doesn't feel worthy of someone's friendship.
D. Cheer up and get rid of your depression.
E. Don't say， “I know exactly how you feel.”
F. Offer to accompany your friend on the first visit if it will be easier for the person.
G. A depressed person is willing to appreciate the sincerity of a friend or a family member
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年吉林长春外国语学校高二下期末英语卷（解析版） 题型：语法填空
语法填空
I will never forget the Christmas I spent in Germany a few years ago.
My family bitterly opposed us when my brother and I said 1. were going to spend the Christmas holidays abroad. But nothing could persuade us 2. (stay). Two days 3. Christmas, we went to a small town in Southern Germany. We spent 4. whole Christmas Eve sightseeing.
There were so many activities in the town that they added to our 5. (excite). The streets were crowded with people, 6. the shops were full of wonderful things. In the evening, we went to listen to Christmas songs sung by children around the 7. (bright) decorated Christmas tree in the main street. We returned to our hotel late that night, greatly 8. (look) forward to the next day when we planned to have a meal at the best restaurant in town. But in the morning the streets were empty. To make matters worse, all the shops including the restaurants 9. (shut). At last we had to return to our hotel, feeling very miserable(心情糟糕的). Our Christmas “feast” was a bag of fruits, which my brother had happened to buy the day before. Our thoughts sadly turned to home, 10. the entire family must have been wishing us a “Merry Christmas” at that moment.
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年黑龙江双鸭山一中高一下期末英语卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
Galaxy saw a man and a woman who communicated with the sign language at the train station when she was on the way home one evening. She noticed that the woman asked the man for the direction. He told her that he did not know. Galaxy decided to help them. She had learned the sign language when she served as a volunteer in the deaf and mute（聋哑）school. Then she showed the woman the direction and left her email address to them in case they needed her help later.
She received an email from that man the next day. Kazrim was his name. Galaxy replied his mail sincerely.
They both started chatting online soon after and began seeing each other. Although they only communicated with the sign language, it never bothered her.
Galaxy was fond of him gradually. Obviously, Kazrim was the same too. He presented Galaxy with a bunch of sunflowers and asked her sincerely, “Are you willing to be my girlfriend?” Galaxy was pleasantly surprised. She requested him to give her some time to persuade her parents.
As she had expected, her parents were very angry after they had learned of their love story. Galaxy explained, “Kazrim is an excellent and a very optimistic person. He has a very positive attitude towards life and work. He cares for others always. He is 100％ better than the normal. Moreover, the mute is still a human. He should possess a perfect and wonderful love. ”
Her parents asked to see him, then. The very worried Galaxy took Kazrim home a few days later. When they were on the train, Kazrim told her, ‘‘I’m going to tell your parents I’ll be looking after you well with all my life!” Galaxy was deeply moved.
As soon as they had entered the house, Galaxy introduced him to her parents. She said, ‘‘This is Kazrim.” Just right after her speech, an unbelievable thing happened. Kazrim threw the gift away and held her in his arms tightly.
He said, “YOU CAN TALK?” It was the same question that Galaxy wanted to ask, too.
The four people were shocked all of a sudden. As a matter of fact, Kazrim always believed that Galaxy was a mute and he still fell in love with her deeply.
1.How did Galaxy and Kazrim get to know each other?
A. They met each other by chance.
B. They were introduced to each other.
C. They once studied at the same university.
D. They both served in a special needs school.
2.How did Galaxy probably communicate with Kazrim before she took him home?
A. Writing words on paper.
B. Using the sign language.
C. Judging from his expression.
D. Speaking her native language.
3.What can we learn about the two young people from the passage?
A. They fell in love at the first sight.
B. They cheated each other to win love.
C. They mistook each other for being mutes.
D. They ignored the anger of Galaxy’s parents.
查看答案和解析>>
科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年广东仲元中学高二下学期期中英语试卷（解析版） 题型：单项填空
Energy drinks are not allowed _______ in Australia but are brought in from New Zealand.
A. to make B. to be made
C. to have been made D. to be making
查看答案和解析>>
湖北省互联网违法和不良信息举报平台 | 网上有害信息举报专区 | 电信诈骗举报专区 | 涉历史虚无主义有害信息举报专区 | 涉企侵权举报专区
违法和不良信息举报电话：027-86699610 举报邮箱：58377363@163.com
