Ladies and Gentlemen, thank you. Well, ni-hao. (Laughter) It is such a pleasure and an honor to be here with all of you at this great university, so thank you so much for having me. I’m here today because I know that our future depends on connections like these among young people like you across the world.

That’s why when my husband and I travel abroad, we don’t just visit palaces and parliaments (国会) and meet with heads of countries. We also come to schools like this one to meet with students like you, because we believe that relationships between countries aren’t just about relationships between governments or leaders — they’re about relationships between people, particularly young people. So we view study abroad programs not just as an educational chance for students, but also as an active part of America’s foreign policy (政策).

Through the wonders of modern technology (科技), our world is more connected than ever before. Ideas can cross different countries with the click of a mouse. Companies can do business and compete with companies across the world. And we can text, email, skype with people in the world.

So studying abroad isn’t just a fun way to spend a time of learning; it is quickly becoming the key to success in our times. Because getting ahead in today’s workplaces isn’t just about getting good grades or test scores in school, which are important. It’s also about having real experience with the world beyond (超出) your borders—experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own. Or, as the Chinese saying goes: “It is better to travel ten thousand miles than to read ten thousand books.”

1.Where did the speaker probably give the talk to the audience?

A. In a university. B. In the Parliament Hall.

C. On the Internet. D. In a place of interest.

2.The passage shows that the world’s future depends on _______.

A. getting good grades B. traveling abroad

C. connections among young people D. texts and emails

3.In the speaker’s opinion, what is the key to success in our times?

A. Going to a university. B. Doing more exercises.

C. Studying abroad. D. Getting good test scores.

4.Where may the passage come from?

A. A story. B. A news report. C. A scientific magazine. D. A speech.

As a new teacher in Denver, Kyle felt that there was something she didn’t know about her students. She thought up a lesson plan called “I Wish My Teacher Knew.”

For the activity, Kyle’s students wrote down a thought for their teacher and shared something they’d like her to know about.

The students loved this idea. Many of them were not only willing to include their names, but also enjoyed sharing it with the class.

“I wish my teacher knew I don’t have pencils at home to do my homework,” one wrote.

“I wish my teacher knew I don’t have friends to play with me,” another shared.

“I wish my teacher knew sometimes my homework is not signed (签名) because my mum is not around a lot,” read another.

After she learnt most of her students led heartbreaking lives, Kyle shared some of the notes on social media. She hoped other teachers would use the same lesson with their own students. Soon posts and photos of notes from other schools poured in(涌入) from around the world.

“After one student shared that she had no one to play with at break, the next day during break I noticed she was playing with a group of girls. Not only can I support my students, but my students can support each other,” said Kyle.

Kyle’s story won the hearts of many people.

I take my hat off to this teacher. It must have been heartbreaking after reading these stories.”

“If every person did one nice thing for someone, no matter how small, the world would be a better place.”

1.Kyle started the activity to_______________.

A. gave good lessons to the students B. help other teachers prepare lessons

C. know more about her students D. get her students to know her better

2.What did the students need to do in the activity?

A. Write down their wishes. B. Play at break with friends.

C. Get their homework signed. D. Have more pencils at home.

3.What do we know from the story?

A. The students put notes on social media. B. All the students led heartbreaking lives.

C. Many people supported Kyle’s students. D. The students improved in some ways.

4.How do you understand the underlined sentence?

A. I look up to the teacher. B. I encourage the teacher.

C. I agree with the teacher. D. I don’t believe the teacher.

5.Which of the following words best describes Kyle?

A. Imaginative. B. Polite. C. Responsible. D. Friendly.

Choose the best choice from A, B or C according to what you read.

Readers

The show invites different people to read aloud on the stage. It also tells the moving stories behind those people.

Channel: CCTV 1

Producer& Hostess: Dong Qing

Time: 8: 00 p. m. -9: 00 p. m. on Friday Sunday

The Chinese Character Dictation Competition

Many people can't even remember the 10,000 characters they used in daily life without electronic help. The show can improve people's skills of writing Chinese characters.

Channel: CCTV 3

Director& Designer: Guan Zhengwen

Time: 9: 00 a.m.--10: 30 a.m. on Saturday Wednesday

Running Man

It's a game show. Many popular stars go to some places to complete different missions(任务). In the game, they can learn the importance of team spirit. Nothing can be done alone.

Channel: Zhejiang TV

Time: 9: 30 p. m.-11: 30 p. m. on Friday

1.What does Dong Qing do?

A. A director and designer.

B. A producer and hostess.

C. A director and producer

2.When is Running Man on every week?

A. 9: 30 a.m.-11: 30 a. m on Friday.

B. 9: 00 a. m. -10: 30 a.m. on Saturday and Wednesday.

C. 9: 30 p. m.-11: 30 p. m. on Friday.

3.If you want to learn about Chinese characters, which TV show can help you?

A. Running Man.

B. The Chinese Character Dictation Competition.

C. Readers.

4.Can you watch Readers at 8: 45 a. m on Friday?

A. Yes, we can.

B. No, we can’t.

C. No, we don't.

5.Which of the following is true?

A. Readers is a TV show about the story of Dong Qing.

B. The Chinese Character Dictation Competition can make people's handwriting more beautiful.

C. The members of Running Man can't complete missions alone.

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