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Growing Green Thumbs East Bentleigh Village Garden www.bigpond.com LEARN: Kids of all ages can explore the garden and collect different leaves with their parents. They will be shown where to find different butterflies and how to create a hotel for them to live in with the leaves. 9:00 -11:00 on Sunday morning. (From March to November) COST: Free Callie's Kids by Calloway Nursery www.mytexasgarden.com LEARN: Kids aged 5-12 can explore and plant in the Calloway gardens with a parent at 9:30 am on the first or third Wednesdays from June to August. A garden expert will share tips for the best gardening practices during the 45-minute periods. (beginning on June) COST: Free Denton Children's Community Garden 2200 Bowling Green Ave. LEARN: Join the weekend work at the community garden, where caregivers, parents and master gardeners help children of all ages plant new vegetables, water the plants, harvest from the gardens and more. All of our fresh, healthy produce goes home with our volunteers or garden visitors. 10:00 am-5:00 pm on Saturdays. COST: Free Coppell Community Gardens 255 Parkway Blvd, Coppell. LEARN: Kids of all ages (with a parent/caregiver) will have the opportunity to till (耕) the ground, plant vegetables, harvest from the garden and more. Master gardeners are available on site; all harvested foods are donated to the area food bank. Work begins every Saturday at about 9 am. COST: Free 【1】Which place will attract a kid who is fond of insects? A.Coppell Community Gardens. B.East Bentleigh Village Garden. C.Callie's Kids by Calloway Nursery. D.Denton Children's Community Garden. 【2】What do the above four places have in common? A.They are all free of charge. B.They are all for kids of all ages. C.They all provide farming practice. D.They are all available at weekends. 【3】Which organization probably published the above information? A.A farm in need of gardening experts. B.A charity in supply of harvested food. C.A community selling gardening equipment. D.An association spreading gardening knowledge. |
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Even when she was a young child, Malia Hee began breaking boundaries. The young champion discovered fencing (击剑) through her sister, who is also a fencer. Malia, who is now a student at Temple University in Pennsylvania, took up the sport at the age of 6. When Malia was growing up in Vancouver, Washington, she balanced other sports with fencing. “But I saw my potential in fencing,” she said. Malia has already won five national titles. In 2014, when she was 16, she qualified for the Junior Olympics. A year later, she won the national champion for the juniors. While talking about her greatest victories, Malia recalled her very first tournament. She competed against just one boy—and placed second. “But I was really happy just to win a medal, even though there were just two of us,” she said. Malia fenced throughout high school. Her skills earned her scholarships to several colleges. “I was approached by Ohio State, Penn State, Notre Dame, Harvard, Columbia, Duck, and Temple,” She said. “The reason I chose Temple was that I am a very artsy person, and out of all the programs I was offered, Temp had the most competitive arts program.” Malia is now majoring in graphic design and advertising at Temple. Between academics and fencing, she is doing very well. This past year, she won the Elite 90 Award in the National College Athletic Association Division I Women's Fencing Championship. The award is given to athletes who have reached the highest point in national competition in their own sport, as well as the highest academic level among their peers. “Moving forward, I'm not going to take fencing as seriously,” she said. After college, she hopes to work in the sports industry as a graphic designer or marketer. She wants to live near a fencing club, where she can compete with fun. Wherever her career takes her, Malia will always be remembered as an individual who broke boundaries. 【1】What can we learn about Malia's first tournament? A.She narrowly won the game. B.She was encouraged by the medal. C.She beat the boy in the second round. D.She was happy to share the medal with a boy. 【2】Why did Malia choose Temple University? A.It gave her an attractive scholarship. B.It allowed her to go on with her fencing training. C.It offered her the most competitive fencing program. D.It provided better arts program than other universities. 【3】What will Malia probably do after college? A.Go for further study in sports industry. B.Compete for more champions in fencing. C.Design posters for marketing campaigns. D.Be a professional coach in a fencing club. 【4】What can we learn from Malia's story? A.Hard work pays off. B.The earlier, the better. C.All roads lead to Rome. D.More breakthroughs, more achievements. |
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In the last decade great changes have taken place in the way that scientists think about the brain. We now know that the origins of the decisions humans make lie in the firing patterns of neurons (神经元) in specific parts of the brain. These discoveries have led to the field known as neuroeconomics, which studies the brain's secrets to success in an economic environment that requires innovation (创新) and being able to do things differently from competitors. A brain that can do this is an iconoclastic one. Briefly, an iconoclast is a person who does something that others can't do. Neuroscientists have suggested that iconoclastic brains are different in three ways: perception (感知)，the fear response and social negligence. The best way to see things differently is to flood the brain with things it has never experienced before. Freshness forces the brain to make new judgments. Successful iconoclasts have an extraordinary willingness to be exposed to what is fresh while most people avoid things that are different. The problem with freshness, however, is that it tends to set off the brain's fear system. There are many types of fear, but the two that prevent iconoclastic thinking are fear of uncertainty and fear of public ridicule (嘲笑) . These fears may not seem like something to be worried about. But the fear of public speaking, which everyone must experience from time to time, troubles one-third of the population. It is simply a common feature of human nature, one which iconoclasts do not let stop their reactions. Finally, to be successful iconoclasts, individuals must sell their ideas to other people. This is where social intelligence—the ability to understand and manage people in a business setting- comes in. Neuroscience has shown which brain parts are responsible for functions like empathy (the ability to sense and understand someone else's feelings as if they were one's own) and fairness. These brain areas play key roles in whether people convince others of their ideas. Iconoclasts supply innovation and create new opportunities in every area, which are not easily achieved by others. It is important for success in any field to understand how the iconoclastic mind works. 【1】What is neuroeconomics? A.It is a subject about how people make decisions. B.It is a subject about how the iconoclastic brain works. C.It is a discovery about why the brain requires innovation. D.It is a discovery about why people act differently from others. 【2】What do we know about iconoclasts? A.They avoid familiar environment. B.They refuse to take the fresh road. C.They do things in a traditional way. D.They are ready to face new challenges. 【3】What does the underlined word “one” in Paragraph 3 refer to? A.The brain's fear system. B.The fear of fresh things. C.The fear of public speaking. D.The feature of their reaction. 【4】What kind of ability should a successful iconoclast have? A.The ability to make people satisfied. B.The ability to make others convinced. C.The ability to control someone else's feelings. D.The ability to know which brain parts work well. |
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Kids often ask questions like those that are hard or not possible to answer, and adults tend to respond with explanations that try to solve the problem. It is natural to try to comfort a kid who is feeling puzzled by the world. But simple explanations may not be what the child expects or wants. Sometimes, kids simply want to talk about their questions and thought. I'm a philosopher (哲学家) and educator who has been listening to children and talking with them about their big philosophical questions for the past 25 years. I encourage all young people to think for themselves about problems that matter to them because it's important for them to learn how to understand their own experiences. Most kids start wondering about big questions almost as soon as they learn to speak, and they continue to think about them throughout childhood. Being full of curiosity about things that most adults take for granted, children all over the world are wide open to the mysterious that AI human life. Research shows, though, that as they get older, kids ask questions less and less. While children do need adults' help and guidance, parents don't always have to act as an expert providing the answers. Thinking with children about their bigger questions can make Way for more communication. Since these kinds of questions tend not to have settled and final answers, discussions about them allow parents and children to wonder together. In this way, adults feel less pressure to be the experts. Kids have few long-held beliefs about how the world works and they are open to many possibilities. In discussions about bigger questions, kids often suggest original and creative ways of looking at them. Talking with kids about what they are thinking can help parents explore their own concerns and ideas. Especially now, as families are separated together in a time of great uncertainty, these conversations have the possibility to allow parents and children to communicate more deeply and in a traditional way. 【1】What is parents' usual response to their kids' question? A.Offer kids answers. B.Praise their curiosity. C.Ignore their questions. D.Explore the puzzle together. 【2】What might the author suggest young people do? A.Think independently. B.Turn to educators for help. C.Be curious about the world. D.Learn from others experience. 【3】What is kids' attitude towards questions when they grow up? A.They need adults' more help. B.They are wider open to questions. C.They tend to ask questions less frequently. D.They are more interested in asking bigger questions. 【4】What will probably happen if parents stop being expert? A.Kids will not follow parents' guidance. B.Parents and kids will become separated. C.Kids will have more uncertainty for their future. D.Their relationship with their kids will be deepened. |
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If you have children, you know that keeping peace in your family can be difcult.t One minute your children are getting along well and the next minute they’re mad with each other. So taking steps to encourage healthy sibling (兄弟姐妹) relationships is necessary. Respect each child's unique needs Treating your children the same way isn't always practical.【1】For example, instead of buying your children the same gifts to avoid conflict, consider buying them different gifts that reflect their individual interests. Avoid comparisons Comparing your children's abilities can make them feel hurt and insecure. 【2】 When praising one of your children, describe his or her action or accomplishment—rather than comparing it to how his or her sibling does it. 【3】 Make sure your children understand what you consider acceptable and unacceptable behavior when it comes to interacting with each other, as well as the consequences of misbehavior. For example, discourage your children from quarreling and correcting each other. Prepare for the problems If your children can't settle a disagreement by themselves or they routinely fight over the same things, help them find a solution. For example, if you have young children Who have trouble haring, help them create a weekly sharing. 【4】 Listen too your children 【5】 Allow your children to voice their bad feelings about each other. Respond by admitting their feelings If you have sibling, share stories of your own childhood conflicts. family dinners also provide opportunities for talking and listening. Remember, all siblings fight or argue. Sibling rivalry(竞争) is normal and all you have to do is to help control conflict between your kids. A.Set the ground rules. B.Being a sibling can be annoying. C.Stay away from children's battles. D.Focus on meeting each child's needs. E.Explain the results of not following it. F.Don’t discuss the differences between children in front of them. G.When possible take your child aside to discuss his or her behavior. |
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I was at home alone at midday, working at my typewriter, when the telephone rang. A man' voice said “Your name Bell? You'd better_______ over to the hospital right away. Your _______ has been hurt in an accident.” Janet had gone out ten minutes earlier. As she left, I'd kissed her absent-mindedly and she _______ me, “You don't even know who you are _______.” She was laughing as she went out the door. The traffic was heavy and I was caught between _______ and despair (绝望) . My thought turned to the evening last year, _______ I was struggling at a job I didn’t like while longing to make a living at _______. She knew it and made the _______ easy for me- at a time when turning away from a (n) _______ income would have been unthinkable to most women. In the last few blocks to the hospital, I said to myself our life together could not________ . There were too many good years ahead with our children. Too many trips we'd ________ and hadn't made. They have to be shared to be ________. Rushing into Emergency, I found Janet's face and clothing were covered with blood. But she reached her hand out to me, saying “I'm all right, darling. Just don't ________ me.” There were the most wonderful words I'll ever hear. She was all right. We are one of the ________ families, as we know. I had never let Jan understand how meaningless life would be ________ her, How grateful I am for a second chance. 【1】A.get B.fly C.bend D.drop 【2】A.friend B.mother C.daughter D.wife 【3】A.needled B.annoyed C.cursed D.accompanied 【4】A.following B.approaching C.kissing D.envying 【5】A.hope B.panic C.disappointment D.determination 【6】A.until B.before C.though D.when 【7】A.painting B.guarding C.writing D.coking 【8】A.project B.decision C.life D.imagination 【9】A.steady B.average C.additional D.low 【10】A.worsen B.improve C.end D.vary 【11】A.cancelled B.planned C.organized D.booked 【12】A.exciting B.interesting C.reasonable D.meaningful 【13】A.leave B.betray C.ignore D.obey 【14】A.happy B.wealthy C.fortunate D.great 【15】A.with B.without C.for D.against |
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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 end of the office? For many white-collar workers around the world, the recent pandemic(流行病) has meant 【1】 (have) to work from home. Their usual office location has been out of reach. The different working 【2】 (practice), as we know, have advantages and disadvantages for employees. But the big question is whether they will see their offices again. Home working has made people realize what tasks they can perform at home. It has given them more time with the family; they've been sleeping 【3】 (well) and have saved money by not traveling or buying lunches on the go. And recent research suggests the majority of people working from home are just as 【4】 (product). For some people, this could be 【5】 lasting arrangement. In the UK, fifty of the employers 【6】 (interview) by the BBC, have said they have no plans to return all staff to the office full-time in the near future. Of course, one main reason is 【7】 firms couldn't see a way of seating large numbers of staff while social distancing rules were still 【8】 place. But this isn't great news for everyone. Some employees will be full of 【9】 (anxious) at home, and there's less opportunity to learn from other people. Shops and cafes rely on the football of office workers, without whom they face closure. The future is still uncertain, which is why it may be too early to say where our desks 【10】 (place) forever. |
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| Escape can be a strong_____(动机) for travel.（根据汉语提示单词拼写） | |
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| David is a_____ (尽心尽力的) English teacher, whom you can actually rely on. （根据汉语提示单词拼写） | |
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| If you are to have a sound body and mind, good_____ (营养) is necessary and important（根据汉语提示单词拼写） | |
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| It rained cats and dogs yesterday, _____ (淹没) every street of the small town. （根据汉语提示单词拼写） | |
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| To our great surprise, the success of the campaign was beyond our wildest_____ (期待). （根据汉语提示单词拼写） | |
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| With the advances of technology, we will be able to predict earthquake more a_____.（根据首字母单词拼写） | |
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| Do r_____ me of the meeting because I'm likely to forget. （根据首字母单词拼写） | |
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| It was pouring with rain, but we moved on r_____.（根据首字母单词拼写） | |
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| George talked about the geography of his country, but I'd rather he had f_____ more on its culture. （根据首字母单词拼写） | |
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假如你是苏华，你的表弟李江进入高中后，因为平时学习很忙，他认为没必要花费时间去结交朋友，维系友谊。你给他写封信，内容包括以下几点： 1.不赞同他的观点； 2. 阐述友谊在生活中的意义（至少两点）； 3.建议他结交朋友。 注意：1.词数80字左右；2.书信格式已经给出，不计入总词数。 Dear Li Jiang, You mentioned in your letter that ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Best wishes! Yours sincerely, Su Hua |
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阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 Mama's bank account Every Saturday night Mama would sit down by the kitchen table and count out the money Papa had brought home. “ For the rent.” Mama would count out the big silver pieces. “ For the groceries.” Another group of coins. “I'll need a notebook.” That would be my sister Christine, my brother Nels or me. Mama would put one or two coins to the side. We would watch with anxious interest. At last, Papa would ask, “Is that al!" And when Mama nodded, we could relax a little. Mama would look up and smile, “Good. We do not have to go to the Bank.” We were all so proud of Mama's Bank Account. It gave us such a warm, secure feeling. When Nels graduated from grammar school, he wanted to go on to high school. “It will cost a little money,” he said. Eagerly we gathered around the table. I took down a box and laid it carefully in front of Mama. This was the “Little Bank”. It was used for sudden emergencies, such as the time when Christine broke her arm and had to be taken to a doctor. Nels listed the costs of the things he would need. Mama counted out the money in the Little bank. There was not enough. “We do not want to go to the Bank,” she reminded. We all shook our heads. “I will work in Dilon's grocery after school,” Nels volunteered. Mama gave him a bright smile and wrote down a number. “That's not enough,” Papa said. Then he took his pipe out of his mouth and looked at it for a long time. “I will give up smoking,” he said suddenly. Mama reached across the table and touched Papa's arm. Then she wrote down another figure. “I will look after the Elvington children every Friday night,” I said. “Christine can help me.” Now there was enough money. We all felt very good because we did not have to go downtown and draw money out of Mama's Bank Account. I often dreamed of adding some money to the Bank Account someday. And that was twenty years ago. 注意： 1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右； 2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。 Paragraph 1: Last year I sold my first story and got some money. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: Mama looked at me and said, “There is no account.” __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ |
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