“Tom, You are late again. So what’s your excuse this time?” said the teacher.What’s the pronunciation of the underlined word?

A．/ ik'skju:z,/                            B．/ ik'skju:s /

C．/ ek'skju:z /                            D．/ ek'skju:s /

— Tom, you are going to buy a new flat here, aren’t you?

— Yes, but I can’t _____an expensive one.

A. spend           B. cost            C. pay             D. afford

“Tom, You are late again. So what’s your excuse this time?” said the teacher.What’s the pronunciation of the underlined word?

    Most people want to be happy, but few know how to find happiness. Money and success alone do not bring   33  .Happiness depends on   34  .In other words, we make our own happiness. Here are a few   35   to help you happier.

    The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we   36   so much time thinking about future—for example, getting into college or getting a good job—that, we fail to enjoy the present(现在).You should enjoy life’s simple   37  ,such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends. People who have several   38   friends live happier and healthier lives.

    Another secret to lead a happy life is to be active and have   39  .When you are dancing or playing sports, you can forget about your problems, and   40   think about the activity.

    Finally, many people find happiness in helping   41  .If you want to feel happier, do   42   nice for someone. You can help a friend with his or her lessons, go shopping to buy food for your family members, or simply help out around the house by washing the dishes.

(  ) 33.A.happiness            B. goodness             C. health

(  ) 34.A.them                 B. yourself             C. ourselves

(  ) 35.A.problems             B. suggestions          C. advice

(  ) 36.A.take                 B. cost                 C. spend

(  ) 37.A.pleasures            B. pleasant             C. interest

(  ) 38.A.closely              B. close                C. better

(  ) 39.A.friends              B. money                C. hobbies

(  ) 40.A.sometimes            B. only                 C. seldom

(  ) 41.A.others               B. himself              C. parents

(  ) 42.A.anything             B. nothing              C. something