Hi Cindy,

Please don’t worry if you feel a little strange around boys．You are in the process of 　1

from a little girl into a young woman and there are 2 called hormones（荷尔蒙）that are changing not only your body but your 3 ．For example, you say you used to feel at ease 4 boys and you would usually run and fight one another for 5 ．That was Cindy, the little girl, Cindy the 6 woman doesn’t want to fight boys or even run with them 7 your interests are changing．That is what is making you feel strange and it is also 8 to the other girls around you and also to the boys．Your life is 9 a different stage but you should understand that this is （a） 10 normal, and（b） something that will pass quickly.

I think you should again try to 11 around boys．You can still talk with them about 12 your like including sports, movies, web sites and celebrities （名人）．I 13 that you not try to fight with them, however, because the 14 are becoming much bigger and stronger．I think you will find that you will 15 being with boys but that your feelings will be different from the 16 they used to be．I know you are not supposed to have a 17 while you are still in school in China, but if you start to find some boys very handsome and you are strongly 18 to some of them, don’t be surprised, 19 , this is all very normal．For now, you should 20 your school work, though you will find that some boys are attracted to you．This will be a new adventure for you and my best advice is to relax and enjoy it.

Good luck,

　　　　 　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　Brad

1．A．starting 　 B．surviving　 C．changing 　 D．ranging

2．A．cells 　　　 B．nutritions C．objects　 　 D．chemicals

3．A．head　 　　 B．mind　 　　 C．life　　 　　 D．study

4．A．against　 　 B．for　　 　　 C．with　 　　 D．without

5．A．fun　 　　　 B．honor　 　 C．good　　 　　 D．praise

6．A．brave　 　　 B．young 　　 C．smart　　 　 D．unique

7．A．before　 　　 B．when 　　　 C．until　　 　 D．because

8．A．referring　 B．appealing 　 C．happening 　 D．pointing

9．A．setting　　 B．entering　 C．reflecting　 D．representing

10．A．perfectly B．possibly 　 C．hardly　 　 D．nearly

11．A．play　　　 B．fool　　 　 C．date　　 　　 D．relax

12．A．somebody　 B．anybody 　 C． anything　 D．something

13．A．demand　 　 B．recommend C．command 　　 D．determine

14．A．girls　　　 B．adults　　 　 C．kids 　　　　 D．boys

15．A．enjoy　 　 B．hate　 　　 C．avoid　　 　 D．regret

16．A．model　　 B．standard 　 C．way　　 　　 D．style

17．A．girlfriend B．boyfriend C．degree　 　 D．job

18．A．attracted　 　　　　　　　 B．opposed　 C．exposed　 D．accustomed

19．A．Rather　 　 B．Besides　 C．Afterwards　 D．Again

20．A．depend on　 B．decide on　 C．concentrate on 　 D．agree on

 

At one point or 36 in life, we are all 37 to make a speech to an audience on different occasions, for example, in the classroom to share successful 38 with classmates or on a wedding to send your best wishes in honor of the newly-weds. No matter 39 the audience seems to be, we are in public speaking. 40, most of us don’t do a very satisfactory job. We get nervous. We forget what to say, we 41 unnecessary words, and we 42 the audience. We feel awful, feeling like completely a loser, and wish we would never have to speak  again.

Cheer up! You are not alone and things are not 43 bad. Here are a few44 for you to 45 the pain. First, be clear about the purpose of your speech. What is the 46? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as much information 47 you can think of on your subject. It is advised that onespend plenty of your time doing some research and organizing your material so that your speech is clear and crystal. 48 many examples, pictures, charts, and graphs if possible. Most importantly, never forget your audience. Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t 49 them. Treat them with 50.During the course, let your 51 come through so that they feel as if you make person-to-person communication with them. They will surely 52 your thoughtfulness and find your speech enjoyable.

Just remember: Be prepared. Know your subject, the occasion, and the audience . If you follow these steps, you will see you don’t have to be 53.   54, you may find you more than enjoy the period and that you 55 to make more and long speeches. But don’t hog the podium and steal the show!

1.	A．other B．others C．another D．the other

 

2.	A．called in B．called upon C．called out D．called off

 

3.	A．stories B．materials C．experience D．information

 

4.	A．how large B．what big size C．how much D．how many

 

5.	A．However B．Therefore C．But D．As a result

 

6.	A．miss B．avoid C．hate D．repeat

 

7.	A．amaze B．bore C．amuse D．embarrass

 

8.	A．that B．too much C．much too D．far from

 

9.	A．advices B．tips C．suggestion D．words

 

10.	A．get across B．go through C．get over D．go over

 

11.	A．situation B．condition C．occasion D．instruction

 

12.	A．which B．for which C．as D．that

 

13.	A．Include B．Including C．Give D．Showing

 

14.	A．talk aloud with B．talk down to C．Talk about D．talk to

 

15.	A．honor B．respect C．discipline D．encouragement

 

16.	A．personality B．points C．speech D．opinions

 

17.	A．enjoy B．appreciate C．thank D．express

 

18.	A．frightened B．afraid C．enthusiastic D．relaxed

 

19.	A．However B．In fact C．In other words D．similarly

 

20.	A．are anxious B．look forward C．volunteer D．willing

 

 (山西省康杰中学2009届高三6月模拟A篇)

Do you love holidays, but hate the increase in weight that follows? You are not alone. Holidays are time for splendid meals and celebrating, especially with the traditional cultural foods.

With proper planning, though, it is possible to keep normal weight during the holidays. The idea is to enjoy the holidays and think about moderation (节制). Whether it is celebrating at the office party or sitting down for the traditional family dinner, regard eating as a time for tasting a variety of foods. Here are some tips to carry you through the round of celebrations and your social calendar without feeling having done wrong.

Set some goals that you can reach. Unless you have special needs to go on a diet, there are no forbidden foods. Don't turn down the foods you enjoy, but be sensible.

Before you leave home, have a small, low-fat meal or snack. This can help you to avoid eating or drinking much. Use a small luncheon-size plate and avoid the large ones that may encourage you to “load up”. You should be most comfortable eating an amount of food about the size of your fist. Once you have had your “tasting” serving, move away from the dining room. Doing so will make it easy to stop yourself eating constantly at the sight of food.

Eat slowly and fill up beforehand with clear soup and raw fruit or vegetables and fruit in a yogurt (酸奶) dressing rather than cream and cheese sauces. You can also drink a large glass of water before you eat to help you feel full.

If you have a sweet tooth, try mints, hard cardies, and fruits. These don't have the fat content of creamy desserts and chocolate.

Avoid high-fat foods. Dishes that look oily or creamy may have a generous amount of fat. Choose lean meats. Fill your plate with salad and green vegetables.

Don't let exercise take a break during the holidays. A 20-minute walk after a meal can help burn off extra calories.

56. The underlined sentence “You are not alone.” here means that ______.

       A. you are firmly supportd by a lot of people

B. many people are with you and you’ll never be alone

C. the situation mentioned above is common among many people

D. many people enjoy holidays and seldom hate putting on weight

57. What does the writer actually tell you when he says “Don't turn down the foods you enjoy, but sensible”?

A. You can enjoy your favorite foods but don't eat too much.

B. You must pour down the foods you enjoy, for it is reasonable.

C. You shouldn't refuse anything you like and eat it as much as possible.

D. You ought to accept what you enjoy and refuse what you don't.

58. Which of the following may be a great favorite of a person who has a sweet tooth?

A. Clear soup and raw fruit.         B. Salad and green vegetables.

C. Mints, hard candies and fruits.        D. Creamy desserts and chocolate.

59. The passage mainly tells you _____ during the holidays.

A. how to follow a healthy diet     B. how to control your portions (食量)

C. how to maintain your normal weight

D. how to maintain physical advity