This is the place for you to come to share stories with other real kids who are trying hard to improve their bodies and minds! Did you score a goal in your soccer game? Have you got rid of a bad habit? Are you working to reduce your stress in life? Tell the world what makes your body and mind healthy!

  Posted by Dp, Ohio

I have been working on a fitness equipment to exercise for over four months. I have completed my goal of losing weight and I am very proud of myself. That is so cool!

Posted by MK, Missouri

I was always tired at school, because I used to stay up late watching TV. I even fell asleep one day in my history class, and when I woke up, the teacher was looking at me and laughing! I decided that minute to start going to bed on time. It’s kind of a drag missing the shows I like, but I can tell my body loves it – I feel so much better!

Posted by SP, Georgia

Last year, I didn’t make the soccer team at school. I didn’t want to try out again this year, but a few weeks before tryouts(选拔赛), I started kicking the ball around and practicing. When tryout day came, I decided to give it another shot. Guess what? I made the team!

Posted by JS, New York

I’m deaf, so I’ve had more trouble playing sports than other people. But who wants to sit at home all the time? I like to play basketball with guys in my neighborhood. I can’t hear the ball bounce(弹起) or listen to the guys call plays, but I’ve taught them to use some sign language, and so far, we’ve been unstoppable!

The kids mentioned in the text came here _________.

   A. to make new friends

   B. to learn to tell stories

   C. to talk about their efforts to keep fit

   D. to share weight-losing experiences

The achievement that SP, Georgia has made is that ________.

A. he was admitted to the school soccer team

B. he scored a goal in an important soccer match

C. his soccer skills have improved a lot this year

D. he helped the school soccer team win an important match

Who taught other kids sign language?

A.  DP, Ohio     B.  JS, New York 

C.  SP, Georgia   D.  MK, Missouri

The underlined part “a drag” in the text probably refers to something that is ____.

A.  satisfying     B.  rewarding      C.  puzzling      D.  annoying

I have two really good friends. Nancy and Richard. They both believe in the 1 of positive thinking. However, though their personalities are 2 . They are totally different in other areas of their lives. The biggest differences are their 3 , career choices, and way of life.

Love and concern 4 Nancy’s childhood. She , along with her younger sister, was 5  by her mother and father. Nancy’ parents were 6  in her schoolwork, making her excellent at school. On the other hand, Richard’s childhood lacked love. His parents 7  him up to his grandparents when they failed to take care of him 8 . His grandmother took care of him most of his growing up years.9 , since his sister didn’t live with him, he never really got to10 her.

Another difference is their career choice. Nancy has always been a 11 and made a choice to work in a variety of different12 settings: doctor’s offices, hospitals, nursing homes and a visiting nurse. Her13 part was working with pediatrics(小儿科)。 However,  Richard14 to work in the business world. He prefers to work with15rather than with people.

A third difference is their16. Nancy is always on the go. She goes to yard sales, out to eat,and enjoys nature. She is17; has five children, thirteen grandchildren, several great-grandchildren. 18, Richard likes to stay home and do things alone. He is single and has no children.

I am very 19 for the fact I have two similar yet very different friends, Nancy and Richard. This has 20 me that anyone can be positive thinker. And it is also what makes my friendship with both of them very intriguing(有趣的) and challenging.

1.                A．energy         B．power          C．ability    D．effort

 

2.                A．strong          B．special         C．impressive D．similar

 

3.                A．childhood       B．education       C．appearance   D．religion

 

4.                A．confirmed      B．filled           C．influenced D．controlled

 

5.                A．spoiled         B．moved         C．raised    D．deserted

 

6.                A．absorbed       B．interested       C．involved  D．stuck

 

7.                A．took           B．picked          C．called    D．gave

 

8.                A．carefully        B．properly        C．strictly   D．firmly

 

9.                A．Moreover       B．However        C．Instead   D．Therefore

 

10.               A．visit           B．touch          C．phone D．know

 

11.               A．follower        B．receiver        C．caretaker  D．leader

 

12.               A．medical        B．physical        C．political   D．chemical

 

13.               A．difficult         B．complete       C．favorite   D．natural

 

14.               A．agreed         B．refused        C．chose D．remembered

 

15.               A．machines       B．exhibitions      C．agreements    D．plays

 

16.               A．hobby         B．custom         C．habit D．lifestyle

 

17.               A．beautiful        B．independent    C．famous    D．married

 

18.               A．After all        B．in contrast      C．in a word  D．in the end

 

19.               A．anxious        B．thankful        C．sorry D．ready

 

20.               A．reminded       B．persuaded      C．taught D．acknowledged

 

 

句子填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）

Dear Nicolaus Copernicus,

I am a s______1. studying astronomy and I would very much like to read your new theory about the solar s_____2.

I hope you will p______3.it for several reasons.

I understand the problems with the present theory. The way the plants move is not what you would expect if the earth was the center of the u_______4.. It is also odd that the brightness of some s____5.seems to change. So I agree with you that we need a new theory.

I know your observations have been very carefully c_____6.out over many years. Now you must have the courage to publish them. S______ 7.can never advance unless people have the courage of their beliefs. I know you worry about what will h_____8. if you publish your new theory. No m_______ 9.how people oppose it, time will show w_____10.your ideas are right or wrong.

So I hope you will feel you can publish your new theory.

Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

 

阅读下面短文，根据第58至第60小题的具体要求，简要回答问题，并将答案转写到答题卡上。

The decision to further all or part of your studies outside your country is a serious one, and one which for most students will have a special life-long benefit. If you realize English will help you in your career and make your personal life better, you will find that coming to England to study English is a very special experience that you will never forget. I am very pleased to have this opportunity to invite you to join our English Language course.

London is one of the world's best cultural and trading centers. You will live in one of the world's great cities. It gives the perfect situation in which to learn and develop English language skills. The international students attending courses at English Language Institutes in London gives a chance to feel a different culture and learn English. As we prepare for the 21st Century, international communication has never been more important, "To master a foreign language is becoming a useful tool for trade, industrial and professional success. Our aim at the English Language Institutes is to develop students' English language skill in friendly and helpful conditions.

Supported by computer, video and audio equipment, and using sound classroom, our team of teachers will guide you through your chosen course of study, you will receive excellent service and advice at every stage. Out-of-class support staff will help you settle in and make the most of your stay in London. Truly, you will enjoy yourself in London and make friendships that will last a life-time. I hope we can welcome you to this exciting world of London. Come and see us! Visit a class in any of the English language Institutes. See for yourself why we encourage you to study in London.

1.What's the main purpose of this text? (回答词数不超过8个)

2.What is the advantage of the course for foreign students at English Language Institutes in London? (回答词数不超过12个)

3.Who will help the students settle in and enjoy themselves in London when they study there?

(回答词数不超过3个)

 

Dear Jenny,

How’s it going? Are you busy with your study these days?

I’ve been back at school   1   nearly four weeks. I am very glad to tell you that great   2   have taken place in our school this term. First of all, we’re asked to “clear our plates（餐盘）” when having our meals and say   3   to wasting. Some of us used to order more than what we could eat. That was a big waste of food. Now we need to   __4   the food we order. We should also stop wasting in some other ways. For example, we should turn off the lights when we   5   the classroom. And our school has opened up （开辟） some fields for us to learn how to grow vegetables. Each class is given a small garden and our class has decided to grow some tomatoes and beans（豆类）in our   6   time. I think that’ll be very interesting. Maybe I will be able to   7   you some beans we’ve grown by ourselves next time! What’s more, we have only two classes in the afternoon   8   we have more time for after-school activities. I’m one of the traffic safety（交通安全） volunteers in our school. After school, we take turns to go to the streets near school and ask people to   __9   the traffic rules.

I think we are having a different school life now!

Please write back soon and tell   10   more about your school.

Yours,

Wang Wei

1.A. in       B. for      C. on          D. at

2.A. changes  B. things    C. interests     D. lessons

3.A. yes      B. hello    C. no          D. thanks

4.A. clean     B. pay     C. cook        D. finish

5.A. leave     B. reach    C. open        D. build

6.A. busy     B. free      C. happy       D. sad

7.A. plant     B. buy      C. post        D. lend

8.A. because   B. when    C. before       D. so

9.A. follow    B. make    C. break        D. think

10.A. him     B. her      C. you         D. me