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The TED speaker series features “ideas worth spreading”. With over 1,400 to choose from, we’ve selected a few that are perfect for students. 1. Larry Smith: Why you will fail to have a great career We humans may have an unfavorable habit of making excuses for ourselves of or being too confident about ourselves. Accordingly, Larry Smith, a professor of economics at the University of Waterloo in Canada, tells us why most of us will fail to have a great career. Luckily, as he puts it, there is a way out-follow your heart, as long as it is good for your career. 2. Andy Puddicombe: All it takes is 10 mindful minutes Between dance team, volunteering and –oh, right—lectures, your life’s crazy factor（因素）is about to go way up. In this entertaining and informative talk, Mindfulness, expert Andy Puddicombe teaches us how to be “more healthy, more mindful and less distracted” by taking just 10 minutes out of the day to be “more present”. 3. Shane Koyczan: To this day…for the bullied（欺凌）and beautiful This talk is sure to stay with you. Shane Koyczan’s “To This Day” is an affecting spoken-word poem about bullying and being different that gained over 10 million views on YouTube. In this talk, Koyczan gives a live reading of the poem, along with some stories about his background. 4. Susan Cain: The power of introverts（性格内向者） Does a cup of tea and a good book sound like a perfect Friday night? In this personal talk, Susan Cain argues that introverts have talents and abilities. Our culture may value being outgoing, but the world needs all kinds. 【1】What does Larry Smith advise students to do for a good career? A. Don’t be too optimistic. B. Learn from others’ lessons. C. Never make excuses for yourself. D. Match your interests with your career. 【2】What is Andy Puddicombe’s talk mainly about? A. How to concentrate. B. The need for teamwork. C. How to be a good volunteer. D. The importance of good health. 【3】Which TED speaker makes people who are not social feel confident? A. Andy Puddicombe B. Susan Cain C. Shane Koyczan D. Larry Smith |
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Dolphin （海豚） or not a dolphin? That is the question! You see, there are several types of dolphins. Some are saltwater dolphins while others are river dolphins. "What are the 32 types of dolphins?" When people are asking the question, they are actually referring to the saltwater dolphins in oceans and seas. The river dolphins living in fresh water, are not included in these species （ 物种）. But what would be the answer in this case if we ask, "Dolphin or not a dolphin?" The answer would obviously be yes. River dolphins still belong to the dolphin family. Among the 32 types of dolphins, some do not actually wear the word "dolphin" in their names, such as the tucuxi, while others actually have the word "whale" as part of their names even if they are not whales but in fact, belong to the dolphin family, for example, the melon-headed whale and the killer whale. So what would be the answer to the question "dolphin or not a dolphin?" in these cases? It would be yes. All these species do belong to the dolphin family. Another question that people ask is, "Are the sea animals that perform at aquariums （水族馆） all dolphins?" So, it always seems to come back to the question, "Dolphin or not a dolphin?" Well the answer is no in this case. The sea animals that perform there are not all dolphins. The beluga which people tend to think belong to the dolphin family because they show what seems like a smile, like most dolphins, are in fact a species of the whale family. Now that you read these facts about dolphins, you probably realize that certain sea animals may appear to be part of the dolphin species and that others seem to be part of the whale family, but in either case, it is not obvious and can be surprising when you identify a sea animal as being a dolphin or not a dolphin. That is the question! 【1】Which of the following actually belongs to the whale family? A.The tucuxi. B.The beluga. C.The killer whale. D.The melon-headed whale. 【2】What do we know about the majority of the dolphins? A.They perform for audience. B.They appear friendly. C.They look like whales. D.They live in fresh water. 【3】What could be added about dolphins before the last paragraph if you were the author? A.The living area. B.Dolphin training. C.The eating habits. D.Further identification. 【4】This article can be classified as________. A.popular science B.literary fiction C.a news report D.a travel diary |
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We all know what a brain is. A doctor will tell you that the brain is the organ of the body in the head. It controls our body’s functions, movements, emotions and thoughts. But a brain can mean so much more. A brain can also simply be a smart person. If a person is called brainy, he is smart and intelligent. If a family has many children but one of them is super smart, you could say, “He’s the brains in the family.” And if you are the brains behind something, you are responsible for developing or organizing something. For example, Bill Gates is the brains behind Microsoft. Brain trust is a group of experts who give advice. Word experts say the phrase “brain trust” became popular when Franklin D. Roosevelt first ran for president in 1932. Several professors gave him advice on social and political issues(问题)facing the U.S. These professors were called his “brain trust”. These ways we use the word “brain” all make sense. But other ways we use the word are not so easy to understand. For example, to understand the next brain expression, you first need to know the word “drain”. As a verb, to drain means to remove something by letting it flew away. So a brain drain may sound like a disease where the brain flows out the ears. But, brain drain is when a country’s most educated people leave their countries to live in another. The brains are, sort of, draining out of the country. However, if people are responsible for a great idea, you could say they brainstormed it. Here, brainstorm is not an act of weather. It is a process of thinking creatively about a complex topic. For example, business leaders may use brainstorming to create new products, and government leaders may brainstorm to solve problems. If people are brainwashed, it does not mean their brains are nice and clean. To brainwash means to make some accept new beliefs by using repeated pressure in a forceful or tricky way. Keep in mind that brainwash is never used in a positive way. 【1】According to the text, if you’re the CEO of Bai Du you can be called . A. the organ of Bai Du B. the brains behind Bai Du C. the brain drain of Bai Du D. Bai Du’s brain trust 【2】Roosevelt successfully won the election probably because . A. he was the brains behind America B. he got the help of word experts C. he was smart at giving advice D. he got his brain trust 【3】From the passage, we can infer that . A. brainy and brainwash are never used in a negative way B. brainstorming is not a good choice for a political leader for lack of creativity C. a country suffers a “brain drain” when educated people move to other countries D. to drain a lake means to fill it with a lot of water 【4】The author explains the “brain” expressions by . A. using examples B. making comparisons C. making comments D. analyzing origins |
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While most consumers wish to reduce plastic waste, it’s not an easy goal to achieve. That’s because the cheap and long-lived material is found in almost every daily necessity. Now, an Indonesian-based company has come up with a delicious solution. David Christian, the co-founder of Evoware, says after investigating various materials, the company settled on seaweed. Unlike corn, commonly used for containers, seaweed does not require water, fertilizers, or large amounts of space. According to Evoware, as much as 40 tons of seaweed can be grown in an area the size of a baseball field. Since Indonesian farmers harvest more seaweed than they can sell, it’s easy to find the material. The seaweed packaging is safe to consume and can entirely dissolve（溶解）in hot water. While the eatable wrappers（包装纸）may not have any taste, Dubbed Ello Jello, the single-use cups invented by Evoware, are available in four tastes—orange, lychee, peppermint, and green tea. The best part? You can order the powder and make them at home! Though currently(目前) they cannot stand hot liquids, Evoware is working on making heat-resistant（耐热的）cups as well. While the seaweed products seem like a perfect replacement, it’s a hard-sell in Indonesia. According to Christian, “The awareness and sense of urgency to minimize the use of single-use plastic is still very low. This makes our bioplastic seem unnecessary.” Also a factor is the cost, which is higher than using plastic. However, Evoware believes they can reduce the price once the company moves to mass production. Hopefully, Evoware will succeed in convincing people worldwide that switching to their products will go a long way in protecting our beautiful planet. 【1】How does seaweed differ from corn? A.It sells better. B.It’s less expensive. C.It takes less labor to process. D.It needs less resources to grow. 【2】What nature do seaweed wrappers have? A.They melt in cold water. B.They are easy to break down. C.They can only be made at home. D.They can resist heat. 【3】What does the underlined word “they” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A.Evoware’s current cups B.Plastic containers C.Heat-resistant cups. D.Eatable packaging. 【4】What can we infer from Christian’s words in the last paragraph? A.The price of plastics will go down. B.Indonesians care little about the planet. C.It takes much effort to promote the new product. D.The seaweed products need much improvement. |
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Habits to Be a Highly Effective Student Some students are able to get straight A’s and at the same time serve as the president of three clubs. However, some students struggle to keep their GPA (Grade-Point Average) above a 3.0. 【1】 Although it’s true that everyone’s IQ is different, good study habits are very important. Here5re several habits you should adopt to get good grades. 【2】 If you haven’t had a planner (规划薄), get one. Many people use their computers and smartphones to make a schedule. The problem with that approach is that they are major distractions (分心的事物). Instead, get an old-fashioned paper and pen planner. Create a weekly schedule.【3】 Include time that will be spent eating, sleeping and doing anything not related to school work. That way you know exactly how much you can accomplish each day. Take frequent, short breaks. Taking a break from studying for 15 minutes every hour will help keep you refreshed.【4】 If you don’t take a break, you may find yourself daydreaming or even falling asleep. Take some time for some water, a snack or a quick chat with a friend. Take care of yourself. During final exam week, it is common for students to fall behind on sleep and meals. Make sure you get a good night’s sleep and have regular meals. Studying while hungry or sleepy is ineffective and will slow you down in the long run. Also try to make time for friends and family.【5】 A. Keep things organized. B. Keep away from your computers. C. Of course, not everyone needs breaks. D. Our brains are not meant to work for hours nonstop. E. Having a good support system will help with all the stress. F. And they seem to spend all of their time in studying. G. Then under each day, make a list of things to do each hour. |
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Mike and I wanted to celebrate our wedding anniversary. We made a ______ at our favorite restaurant, but when we arrived, our ______ wasn’t well prepared. We walked toward the bar in the restaurant to wait. Mike ______ a chair for me and the man next to me ______ over to give me room to slide in. I smiled my thanks. “I’m here on business. Can you ______ some interesting things to do ______ when I have some time off?” the man asked. Mike and I immediately shifted our attention to the stranger. We love our adopted hometown an quickly suggested half a dozen fun ______. The stranger’s name was Bill. He and Mike ______ to be both mechanical engineers. The two men had ______ to talk about. Seconds turned into minutes and strangers turned into friends. When the hostess ______ and told us our table was ______, we said goodbye to Bill. “We’re out to ______ our wedding anniversary,” I said as we ______ to follow the waitress to our table. “Wow! I really ______ you taking the time to talk to me,” Bill said. “You could have ______ me. Happy anniversary!” The evening sped by. Soon we had to go home. Mike signaled our waiter for the bill.______, the waiter smiled and handed us a note: Thank you again for talking to a stranger. I really appreciate your kindness.______ is on me. Bill ____, we looked at the waiter. “Yes,” he said. “It’s true. He paid your bill.” We walked back to the ______ to thank Bill, but his seat was ______. But we never forgot his generosity and decided to pay it forward. 【1】A. reservation B. wish C. preparation D. plan 【2】A. room B. breakfast C. table D. arrangement 【3】A. ordered in B. picked up C. took up D. pulled out 【4】A. moved B. got C. jumped D. came 【5】A. choose B. think of C. recommend D. refer to 【6】A. frequently B. locally C. entirely D. exactly 【7】A. stories B. books C. restaurants D. activities 【8】A. announced B. seemed C. pretended D. happened 【9】A. nothing B. little C. plenty D. everything 【10】A. approached B. returned C. replied D. apologized 【11】A. full B. collected C. ready D. clean 【12】A. congratulate B. celebrate C. hold D. watch 【13】A. got up B. took up C. came back D. showed up 【14】A. imagine B. appreciate C. mind D. enjoy 【15】A. helped B. seen C. forgiven D. ignored 【16】A. Instead B. Therefore C. Besides D. Otherv^se 【17】A. Praise B. Blame C. Responsibility D. Dinner 【18】A. Curious B. Surprised C. Grateful D. Relaxed 【19】A. kitchen B. bar C. door D. entrance 【20】A. dirty B. gone C. empty D. occupied |
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阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 The main reason why pigeons never get lost and can always find their way home is 【1】 they have a wonderful sense of direction by 【2】(main) using their sight and even their sense of smell to tell them 【3】 which direction they should go. The most 【4】 (amaze) use about pigeons was that in the scenes 【5】soldiers were being attacked during both World WarⅠandⅡ,pigeons 【6】 (employ) by armies to carry messages to and from the front lines, saving the lives of many soldiers and even helping win some important 【7】(victory). 【8】 may seem hard to believe that the birds the soldiers used are the same birds often 【9】 (see) in public parks--- pigeons. Hidden under the head feathers 【10】 two very sensitive ears, while the sharp eyes can see great distances in daytime. Pigeons have been known to fly home from as far away as 1800 kilometers. They are very clever animals. Animals’ senses are really interesting. |
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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。 There is no doubt that the teenagers need to take plenty of physical exercise to keep fit. Therefore, it is a fact that many students don’t have enough time work out after school. Instead, they are required to spend most of their time in their lessons. Actually, if students are too tiring, they have difficulty concentrating on their lessons. How can they master that the teachers teach them in class? Worse still, they were likely to be in poor health in the long run. In my opinion, it is important for teenagers to take enough exercise so that you can learn more efficiently. So teachers and parents should care less about the students’ physical and mental healthy and growth. |
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最近，你的英国朋友约翰打算在本期班级墙报中开设“the Tomb Sweeping Day”专栏，想请你给他写一篇文章介绍清明节。内容包括： 1. 介绍清明节以及人们开展的主要纪念活动； 2. 描述今年清明节你的经历和感受。 参考词汇：清明节：the Qingming Festival/the Tomb Sweeping Day 烧香和纸币：burn incense and paper money 献祭和鞠躬: offer sacrifices and bow 祖先： ancestor ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
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