D. Write down what you want to say beforehand.
E. Often, the hardest part of talking to someone new is getting started. F. But say and do what fits your style. G. Shyness is an obvious shortcoming.
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We often carry a lot of things when we’re traveling. 36 On long ones we carry things like passports, visas, etc. Though traveling can be fun, we’re likely to misplace these things and even lose them because of the excitement of the journey or being too busy or tired. So how can we carry valuable things safely while traveling?
37 Place most of it in a wallet and put the wallet in your main suitcase or bag with a lock-and-key system. Don’t open it until you reach your destination (目的地). Guess how much money you’ll need on the journey, and place this money in a different wallet and carry this in your pocket. 38
Next, instead of wearing your jewelry, you can carry your jewelry at the bottom of your suitcase or bag. 39 Many people think that since the purse is always going to be in their hands, it’ll remain safe. But other things like tickets, phone numbers, keys, etc., are all going to go in there. So you’re often going to open your purse for something or the other. What if you just drop it?
Then remember to hook (钩住) the keys. You get those really nice key chains these days that come with a big dog-hook.
40 Use one of these to carry your keys. This way, you won’t leave the keys in a restaurant or any other place.
Hope all the above tips for traveling will help you. A. So you’ll know what to bring.
B. It’s a kind of vacation, but without your parents.
C. Spend money from this wallet till you get to your destination. D. Firstly, distribute (分开) your money if you’re traveling alone. E. You can hook the key chain to your jeans or your handbag.
F. On short trips we take things like money, jewelry (首饰), house keys, etc.
G. Don’t carry it in your purse, just in case somebody is quick in stealing your purse.
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If you think your vocabulary is weak, a little effort every day over six to nine months can go a long way in improving it. Here are some tips for increasing your vocabulary.
36 . You may be comfortable reading a particular part but make an effort to read different articles on every page. The editorial (社论的) page is highly recommended not only for vocabulary but also for structuring and presenting thoughts. And there are different articles in the newspaper every day.
Make it a habit to read a new book every week. It is not surprising that those who read a lot of books develop good vocabulary. 37 . Make a list of words that are new to you and look up their meanings in the dictionary.
Watching English movies and television shows. It is important for improving English and learning new English words. It’s an interesting way to add the number of your vocabulary. 38 . Use vocabulary cards. Vocabulary cards are used by students who are trying to learn many words in a short time. You can make your own cards by writing the word on one side and the meaning on the other side of a piece of paper. 39 .
Use the Internet. The Internet is an unlimited (无限制的) resource for reading material. 40 . You will come across plenty of material to read, which you might find interesting, and important. The Internet will also introduce you to new words. Be sure to look them up in a dictionary.
A. You can consider becoming a member of the local library.
B. Flash cards are a convenient tool to use to learn new words in your free time. C. You cannot learn English well without enough vocabulary. D. Pick up a topic of your choice and search for articles about it. E. You should develop your own way of learning vocabulary.
F. Besides, by doing this you can learn the correct pronunciation as well. G. Read the newspaper every day.
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How to become a better reader
Language and literacy(读写能力) are among humans’ greatest inventions. Evolving（演变） over the course of human history, languages are a reflection of our cultural and societal attitudes. Today, surrounded（包围） by social media, television, movies, and, of course, books, the ability to read and write is important to expressing one’s feelings. Most humans acquire language in early childhood and speak fluently when they are about three years old, but our continued relationship with language gives shape and meaning to our lives. 36
(1) Take it slow. Many readers feel that they read too slowly, especially compared with others. 37 The best readers are flexible（灵活的） — slowing down when needed — and always have a dictionary at hand.
(2) Read aloud. When humans first began reading written words, it was unusual to read in silence. 38 Try listening to the author reading their own work — you’ll be surprised to find how clearly it comes through on the page.
(3) Write. Writing and reading go hand-in-hand: how and what you read affects how and what you write, and the best readers often make the best writers. But while much can be learned from close, repeated readings, there are many pleasures to language that can only be experienced through the practice of writing. 39
(4) Tell your friends. All of the literature is essentially communication from an individual’s inner voice to an audience. 40 It’s a good way to see the world from someone else’s eyes and, in the process, carefully examine your own reaction to what you’re reading.
A. But the truth is that the faster you read, the less likely you are to understand fully what you’re reading.
B. Can you remember the first piece of writing that transported you to another world? C. There is something magical about sharing books with friends or a book club.
D. Try writing every day for a month, and you will never read the same again. E. Reading out loud is one of the best ways to improve your reading ability. F. Here are 4 ways to become a better reader.
G. In no time, you’ll be appreciating novels like fine wine.
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Do you know how to pick a good book you’ll really like? Here are some tips.
Start With Your Interest. 36 . You can pick something that you love to read, not for school. They can be ancient martial (武术) arts, computers, or fashion design. You name it, there are books about it.
What’s Your Type? Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction (or both)? Fiction books, like novels, can transport you to another world or help you imagine something beyond your own experience. Nonfiction books give you the who, what, when, and why of something. 37 . Many of them read like novels from start to finish.
Read the description. The reviews and quotes on the back and inside covers of many books give you an idea of what the book is about. They can also help you pick future books, too. If you find a book you really like, take a minute to read the quotes and see which authors praised the book. 38 .
Find a Family Favorite. Which book did your mother love best when she was at your age? 39 . Find out and give them a read — then you can share your thoughts about the book.
Finally, you’ll probably enjoy what you’re reading a lot more if you find a quiet place and make time for the book. 40 . You can put on some good music, get yourself some tea and let yourself be carried away by the book. You’ll see that time does fly when you’re reading something you love!
A. How about your brothers and sisters?
B. They tell stories using facts — but that doesn’t mean they’re boring. C. Reading is a good way to improve your English.
D. Most reading is best enjoyed when you can concentrate (全神贯注) on it.
E. Often, they’ll have similar styles and you might find books you like by those authors, too. F. So you should read as much as possible when you are free. G. Reading on your own isn’t like reading for school.
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Many kids go to day camps during summer. Day camps can be a lot of fun, but the activities are familiar. 36 It might take you a little while to get familiar with the place. But you come home every night, just like you do during the school year.
Sleepaway camp offers more excitement because you’ll be there all day and night. It’s a kind of vacation, but without your parents. You’ll probably sleep in a tent（帐篷） with other kids attending the camp. Your parents should not worry about your food. 37 Some sleepaway camps are for both boys and girls, which means that there are both boys and girls at the camp. 38 Often these all-girl and all-boy camps meet up for some special purposes.
Usually, the camp mails out information to your family before you go. 39 Most of all,
you’ll also probably need to bring a health report. Let coaches know about any health problem you have. Just like any vacation, you’ll need to pack a bag full of the clothes. 40 Food is generally provided, but you might need some extra money for snacks or other small expenses(费用).
A. So you’ll know what to bring.
B. You’ll learn how to get along with others. C. You couldn’t miss your parents at night.
D. You’ll need to change clothes while you’re there. E. Other camps are just for girls or just for boys.
F. You start camp in the morning and go home in the afternoon.
G. You’ll probably eat together in the open air and you’ll have to share the food with the other kids.
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When you’re dealing with a stressful situation or going through a hard time, people in your life can help you. When someone who cares knows what you’re going through, it helps you feel understood and not so alone. 36 . Problems seem smaller when you talk about them with the right person. You can do better and find out solutions more easily when you share your problems.
There are lots of different ways to get and give help. 37 . Other times you need advice on things. Help can be very easy, like a homework project. Or it can go on for a while, like teaching to bring up a failing grade or advising to get through a difficult personal situation.
It’s likely you remember times someone helped you. 38 . Friends helped you get through sadness or deal with disappointment. Teachers might have guided you through the college application process (大学申请). 39 . You might give a hand to your classmate who met difficulty.
Friends, parents, teachers and other adults can be great resources when you need help. There are also times when you need the extra help that a professional can provide best. Doctors can offer specialized help for a health problem. 40 . A. Parents taught you to stop a bad habit.
B. Sometimes you just want to hear an encouraging word. C. Turn to the professional people for help when you need. D. Difficulties are everywhere in your life.
E. And you can also remember times when you helped others. F. Having a right person means a lot.
G. You need to learn to give help in the right way.
参考答案
1：36-40 BEGFD 【文章大意】快乐的人和不快乐的人之间的区别是什么？快乐的人和不快乐的人做的事情有什么区别？
36. B。由前一句的疑问及后面的you will know可知，此处应该是接着的另一个问题。 37. E。本段是关于对外界事情快乐的人热爱多余恐惧，因此不管面对他们的是什么，他们都积极地面对。
38. G。快乐的人知道外在环境不一定会因为反抗就发生改变，因此当不愉快的事情发生时，他们不是与之抗争。
39. F。快乐的人做事情不是为了野心，钱或我们所谓的成功，而是因为自己真正的爱好，因此做自己真正喜欢的才是生活的意义所在。
40. D。快乐的人不自私，因为他们做的事情是为了他人而不是自己。 2
36-40 DECGA
【文章大意】本文介绍了达尔文在剑桥读书期间的奢侈生活。
36. D。由下文对达尔文在剑桥大学读书期间奢侈生活的介绍可推知，此处是说达尔文享受着现在大多数学生所不能设想的生活。
37. E。由下文达尔文雇人打扫房间，整理床铺，照看火炉，洗餐具，洗衣服等可推知答案。 38. C。由上文“Christ’s College’s basic food was meat and beer.”可推知，此处是说达尔文每天会多付5.5便士买蔬菜吃。
39. G。由上文对达尔文庞大生活开销的介绍可推知，此处是说是他富裕的医生父亲为此买单。
40. A。由下文“And thus he had plenty of time for socializing or private study.”可推知，此处是说幸亏达尔文可以雇人帮其处理日常事务，他才有大量的时间社交和自学。 3
36-40 CFDEA
【文章大意】英国媒体报道，沙特政府多部门联动，在8月19日将一名体重约610公斤不能下床走路的沙特男子空运到首都利雅得治疗。
36. C。由上一句话“has been unable to leave his bedroom for the past two and a half years.”可知，接下来应该是解释他不能下床的原因。
37. F。由上一句话以及“Finally on Monday the 20-year-old patient was successfully taken to King Fahd Medical City”可知，六个月前他被安排去医院治疗，但那时他并没有去医院，因此接下来解释他没有去医院的原因。
38. D。由上一句两个单位联合完成这个任务，下一句使用叉车把他送到急救车上可知，这里应该是讲述如何把他弄出房子送到医院的。
39. E。由上一句“We have been waiting for this moment for a long time.”他们等待这一时刻——把Khalid Mohsin Shaeri送到医院治病很久了可知，接下来应该是他对Khalid Mohsin Shaeri的治疗的美好的祝愿。
40. A。上文介绍他的姐姐和弟弟也是过于肥胖，因此接下来应该还是介绍他们的情况，他们能够走动。 4