I have also learned to_________ whole sentences without trying to translate them word for word into Chinese.

  A.absorb                   B.construct            C.modify               D.classify

—Are you worried about his safety?

—Only         .

A.faithfully.                  B.broadly              C.slightly                     D.extremely

Now we can pick up ____ weather information from a new type of ____ weather satellite.

A. the, /                       B. the, the                    C. /, /                           D. /, a

           he is well again, he can go on with his English study.

 A. Ever since                     B. Now that                  C. So that                            D. As if

Many years ago my student asked me the question, “Mrs. Kindred, why do you teach?” Without taking time to reflect, I answered, “Because someday I might say something that might make a difference in someone’s life.” Even though I was sincere, that wasn’t a very good answer and my student didn’t let it slide.

“Let me get this straight,” he said, “You went to college for four years so you could come here every day because you have the hope that someday you might say something that will influence someone?” He shook his head as if I were crazy and walked away looking confused. I’m one of those people who look back and wish they had said something smart or witty, or swift.

Even though that particular student might no longer wonder why I teach, there are days when I wonder. On those days, I remind myself of the real reasons I teach:

It’s in my blood. My mother was my most influential teacher, and she was a 6th grade reading teacher until her death in 1990. She instilled(逐漸灌輸) in me a love of reading and the knowledge that education opens doors.

Teaching is a way to make a difference. If you throw a stone in a pond the ripples go on and on until they reach the shore. You can’t have ripples without a “stone.” Good teachers throw stones that make a positive difference, and that’s what I strive to do.

I genuinely love teenagers.

I want to share with others what I know and what I have learned through the years. Life is full of ups and downs, and if I can help students avoid some potholes on the road of life, I want to do so. If they’ll allow me to celebrate their victories with them, I want to do too.

Teaching isn’t for everyone, but I know I made the right career choice.

What do you think of the writer?

  A. Stupid.         B. Honest.      C. Conservative.     D. Polite.

According to the text, which of the following is NOT true?

  A. The writer’s mother has the greatest influence on her.

  B. The writer’s answer made the student confused.

  C. In the writer’s opinion, some people in the world are unfit to teach.

  D. The writer annoyed the student who asked the question.

Why did the student continue to ask the question about the writer’s being a teacher?

  A. Because he thought her answer was unbelievable.

  B. Because the writer was insincere.

  C. Because the student was naughty.

  D. Because the answer was difficult to understand.

What’s the main idea of the text?

  A. A student’s silly question.            B. A good teacher who likes students.

  C. A confused student.                  D. The reason why I teach.

We can infer from the text that _________.

  A. the writer was also a good teacher in school

  B. the writer often plays with her students beside a pond

  C. the writer devotes herself to teaching and her students

  D. the writer often accompanies the students on their way home

She ______ find any ______ employment.

A. wasn’t able to; normal                   B. shouldn’t; often

C. couldn’t; regular                                  D. mightn’t; ordinary

.It was obviously that the man ______ driving on the free way for almost an hour when he ______ that he must come back.

A. was; was told            B. had been; was told     C. had been; told           D. was; was told

. — Will you go to Tom's birthday party tomorrow?

    — No, _____________ invited to.

  A. if          B. until         C. when         D. even though

Don’t be surprised when strangers talk to you in Canada! You will find that many Canadians will smile at you as they pass in the street, or say something to you like “Hi!” or “How’s it going?” Just reply with something similar. In the UK the reply would be “I’m fine”, but in Canada they say “I’m good”.

In company, when someone is offering you a second helping of food or more wine, if you don’t want any more, use the same expression— “I’m good”. In this case, it means “No, thank you. I’ve had enough”. Most Canadians don't press you to eat more than you want.

In restaurant, your plate will be cleared away almost immediately you have finished eating. When you go into a shop or store, the shop assistant asks you how you are or if they can help you, it is their way of being friendly and making conversation with the customers.

Canadians eat early and go home early. When you are invited to a Canadian’s home, you may be asked to arrive at 5:30 pm or 6 pm. But guests in Europe don’t expect to arrive until 7:30 pm or 8 pm. Remember to take off your shoes and leave them inside the door without being asked. It’s not a religious custom, but it’s practical. In winter, there can be a lot of snow and dirt on your shoes, once you are in the warm house it melts and falls off, making a mess. Canadians tend to have light colored carpets or hardwood floors.

If you’re invited for dinner, it will be a full sit- down meal. Meat is usually barbecued in the freezing cold of winter. Do take something with you, like a bottle of wine. Arrive on time and don’t stay over 10 pm.

1. Which of the following statements is NOT true according to the passage?

2. If you are invited for dinner in your Canadian friend’s home, ________.

3. When a Canadian shop assistant says “How are you?” to you, it suggests that _______.

4. What can we learn from the passage?

5.What would be the best title for this passage?

.___wants to join the club should sign your name here.

A.Those             B.Who                C.Those who        D.Whoever