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They can choose their own clothes, get their ears pierced, and they can have . |
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Their children are good. But these children sometimes feel because there is in the neighborhood. |
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A: Hello, this is Renmin Opera House.
B: Oh, hi. Do you still have tickets for the piano concert tonight?
A: One moment, please. Uh, yes, there are a few left.
B: That's great!
A: At 7:30.
B: How long will it last?
A: It will last about two hours.
B: Sounds great. Can I book one ticket now?
A: Yes.
B: Well, but how can I do it?
A: Just go to our website, fill in your information, choose a seat and pay online.
B: Sounds easy.
A: At the gate at least half an hour before the show starts.
B:
A: You're welcome.
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A. When will it start? B. You can book it on our website. C. What can l do for you? D. Where can l get the ticket? E. Thank you for your help. |
Do you know the poem Song of the Great Wind? Its1is Liu Bang, who was the first emperor of the Han Dynasty (202 BC—220 AD). Born into a 2 farmer's family, Liu didn't go to school for long, but he still wanted to do something 3. In his thirties, he became a village official. In his forties, he became the leader of an army. In his fifties, he became the emperor. During all these years, he 4 many difficulties and won many wars. His life was exciting and 5, just as his poem Song of the Great Wind shows us. Liu wrote this poem when he went back to his hometown as an emperor. During a meeting, Liu remembered the old days and felt sad. He read this poem aloud for all to hear.
Before graduating from college, Jackie began to look for a job. She aimed at a famous company, but the 1 for such jobs was very strong. The company Jackie chose planned to employ only one person, but more than twenty people applied for the job. 2 , Jackie was one of the three people invited for the final interview. The interview was very 3 . The interviewer asked just a few questions and it was all over in less than 10 minutes. Then the interviewer said to them, "All of you are very good. Please go home and 4 our response. "
Three days later, Jackie received a message, saying that she would not be 5 the job. She felt deeply disappointed. That evening, however, she received another 6 . This time it said that she got the job.
Jackie later found out that the first message sent to her phone was part of the interview—a 7 to see if she was suitable for the job. All the three people received the8 text, but only Jackie's reply 9 the company. Of the three, one did not reply. Jackie said "thank you" and another said "goodbye". This reply showed that Jackie was a/an 10 person, so the company offered her the job.
Cycads(苏铁) grow in warm places. They are tall and green all year round. Their leaves grow on the top and flowers seldom come out. Some have bright orange fruit. They usually need hundreds of years to grow into adult plants.
Cycads are facing problems now. In South Africa, the situation of cycads is getting terrible, but this has drawn little attention from the public. "In fact, there are 38 kinds of cycads in South Africa. Among them,2 kinds have disappeared since 2003 and 25 kinds are in great danger, " said a gardener. "Do you know what the loneliest plant is in the world？It is Wood's Cycad. Someone found it in a forest in 1895. It is the only one of its kind. "
So what causes cycads to be in danger? Surprisingly, the danger is from the people who love them most. These slow－growing adult cycads even sell for tens of thousands of dollars each. As time goes by, they have become a symbol of wealth and position(地位) in society. This makes cycad lovers want to own more. Cycad lovers buy and plant them in their private gardens. As a result, nearly all these cycads die because the living conditions have changed.
Recently, South African government has taken action to protect cycads from being stolen and traded. At the same time, people around the world should also work together to protect the plants.
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CHESS Are you interested in chess? Teacher: Mr. Green&Mr. Smith Time: 9: 00－11: 00 Place: G&S Chess Club,51 Green Street Age: 5－8 years old Price: for free |
DANCE&MUSIC Would you like to be a dancer? Teacher: Miss White Time: 18: 00－20: 30 (every day except Sunday) Place: Miss White's Dance Club,18 Market Street Age: All ages are welcome! Price: $20 each class |
SWEET FOOD Do you enjoy making cakes? Teacher: Mrs. Miller Time: 14: 00－17: 00 every Sunday Place: Lucky Kitchen, 32 Main Street Age: All ages are welcome! Price: $10 each class $5 for ingredients each class |
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Margaret Thatcher Thatcher had a big influence on the man's world－politics(政治). She was Britain's first lady and served as the UK's prime minister from 1979 to 1990—the first prime minister to do so in over 160 years. Thatcher managed to make her country stronger. She took a tough(强硬的) position against the Soviet Union (苏联) and led a war against Argentina. Although many people disliked her, she stuck to her rules and was successful in the end. Her toughness won her a name "The Iron Lady". |
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Lived: 1925－2013 Country: UK Known as: Britain's first female prime minister "If you want something said, ask a man; if you want something done, ask a woman." |
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| Billie Holiday Holiday is often described as a talent. Her voice not only moved listeners, but also shook American society. During her time, American society was still segregated(种族隔离的). As an African－American, Holiday lived a difficult life. But this also brought inspiration to her singing. Holiday worked with white bands in the 1930s, which was ground－breaking(开拓性的) at that time. She recorded a song called Strange Fruit that was about the great pain of African－Americans. Holiday taught Americans to question their segregated society. | |
| | Lived: 1915－959 Country: US Known as: world－famous jazz singer "If I'm going to sing like someone else, then I don't need to sing at all." |
| Tu Youyou Tu is a scientist who studies traditional Chinese medicine. She started to look for something that can treat malaria(疟疾) in the 1960s. At that time, almost half of the world's population was at risk of having the illness. Getting inspiration from traditional Chinese medicine, Tu found artemisinin(青蒿素) in a plant in 1971 that could treat malaria. In 2015, Tu received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. She is the first Chinese woman to win a Nobel Prize. | |
| Lived: 1930－present Country: China Known as: Nobel Prize—winning chemist "Every scientist dreams of doing something that can help the world." | |
A: To be honest, Steve, I'm not pleased with you.
B: I'm sorry. Mr. Thompson, would you please tell me what makes you unsatisfied?
A: It's something about the you deal with the work and your attitude towards it, and that worries me.
B: Oh, really? I'm sorry you think so.
A: You know I can't offer a chance to someone doesn't show great interest in his work.
B: Mr. Thompson, I I was doing my best.
A: Maybe, but you don't to like the job. I wonder if you're happy at our TV station. Perhaps you need a .
B: Well, no. It's not that. I like working for our TV station, but my present job requires little . I mean that the same simple work is from day to day.
A: I see. Yes, I think I understand how you feel and I'm glad you tell me about that. But you've got to realize the , Steve. Actually, we can't do exciting work all the time.
B: Yes, I know that.
A: Look, this is what we'd better do. Bill White who deals with audience's(观众) responses to our program wants someone to help him do door－to－door . What do you think about it?
B: I think it's proper for me. I believe will be helpful to Bill. Thank you, Mr. Thompson.
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Friends are important to everyone, ， some people may have trouble their friendships. Here are some tips on how to make your friendship and stronger.
★Be yourself. A lot of teens try not to lose the once they become friends with some people. Though your identity(身份) is always changing, some of your will stay the same. Find out what those things are, think hard about who you want to be, and then show yourself to the people around you.
★Avoid gossip(闲言碎语). Friends shouldn't spread rumors(谣言) about other friends. If you've heard something bad about your friends, find a proper way of asking them about it by . If you're not sure how to talk to them about it, ask a trusted friend for advice.
★Protect your friends. Very often, somebody that you're not close to doubts one of your friends. It's important to find out both sides of the story, but it's also a good chance your friend that you trust him by telling him.
★ Return the care. There are times when a friend will lend you a textbook, or a shoulder to cry on. A good friend will cheer you up when you're in trouble and listen when your friend shares a problem with you. Be sure you are as as your friend, because he will take notice and feel good about you.
Now students' English handwriting(书写) gets worse and worse. That makes their teachers feel worried. Is your English handwriting beautiful?
Use paper with lines
When you write English words or sentences, you can use paper with lines. That will make your handwriting straight. Be sure to fill the lined space completely. And make sure these capital letters(大写字母) are written properly.
Slow down
If your writing is hard to read, just slow down a little. If you write too quickly, it's hard for you to stop where you should, and you may make more mistakes easily.
When you hold your pencil in the correct way, writing is much better. Some kids press down really hard when they write. That makes the handwriting bad. Try to be relaxed and don't hold the pencil so hard. Let your writing appear nice and clean. If you do so, people will guess you are a student with a good habit.
Draw more pictures
While you are drawing pictures, you need to use the skills to control(控制) your pencil better. Even though you have no chance to draw at school, you can practice by drawing at home.
Handwriting is very important. Imagine you are a famous movie star or a well－known sports player, what do you do when your fans run up to you? Give them your autographs(亲笔签名), of course!
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A. lf not, here are four steps that really work! B. Hold your pencil right C. Drawing can improve your handwriting. D. We will try to learn English well. E. Going slower makes your handwriting clearer. F. Those lines on the paper can help you to write words in the right size. |
Have you ever considered starting a fitness program? Since exercise can reduce the risk of diseases, improve balance, help lose weight, develop better sleep habits and even make you confident, you can start a fitness program in the following steps.
Test your fitness level
How many meters can you walk or run in one minute? How much time does it take you to swim 50 meters? What is your heart rate(心率)? The data(数据) of your fitness level can help you know what activities you need.
Design your fitness program
You may have begun your daily exercise. But a personal plan helps more. First, you should have your fitness goals. For example, what do you want to look like, to be slimmer or quicker? A balanced plan will help you start low, progress slowly, do right activities and even allow you to recover if you get hurt.
Prepare things needed for sports
You need something practical, enjoyable and easy to use. It could be a pair of trainers, a volleyball bat or a bicycle. You can also download fitness apps on your mobile phone to measure distances, calories burned or your heart rate.
Take action
Now you're ready for action. When you begin, don't always try tough tasks. Listen to your body and reduce exercise time if necessary.
Watch your progress
Test your fitness level again six weeks later. If you have achieved your goals, increase exercise time to continue improving.
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