I work as a volunteer(志愿者) for an organization that helps the poor in Haiti. Recently I took my son Barrett there for a week, hoping to him.

Before setting out, I told Barrett this trip would be tiring and . For the first two days, he said almost nothing. I worried the trip was too ________ for a 17-year-old. Then, on day three, as we were ________ over high rocky mountains, he turned to me and grinned(咧嘴笑), “Pretty hard.”

After that there was no turning back. A five-year-old girl, wearing a dress several sizes ________ large and broken shoes, followed Barrett around, mesmerized (着迷). He couldn't stop ________ . Later he said________ , “I wish I could speak French.” I was ________ —this from a boy who hated and ________ French classes throughout school.

Usually silent, he ________ Gaby, our host, and kept asking questions about the country and its people. He blossomed (活泼起来).

________ , the moment that really took ________ breath away occurred in a village deep in the mountains. I was ________ a woman villager for an article. 135 centimeters tall, she was small in figure but strong in ________. Through determination, she had learned to read and write, and ________ to become part of the leadership of the ________ .

Learning her story, Barrett was as ________as I by this tiny woman's achievements. His eyes were wet and there was a ________ of love and respect on his face. He had finally understood the importance of my work.

When leaving for home, Barrett even offered to stay ________ as a volunteer. My insides suddenly felt struck. This ________ achieved all I'd expected. Soon he will celebrate his 18th birthday. He'll be a man.

1.A. comfort B. please C. attract D. educate

2.A. rough B. dangerous C. troublesome D. violent

3.A. little B. much C. fast D. slow

4.A. moving B. running C. climbing D. looking

5.A. too B. very C. even D. so

6.A. joking B. crying C. shouting D. smiling

7.A. patiently B. regretfully C. lightly D. cheerfully

8.A. ashamed B. disappointed C. determined D. surprised

9.A. took up B. went in for C. fought against D. called off

10.A. befriended B. disregarded C. avoided D. recognized

11.A. Thus B. Even C. Meanwhile D. However

12.A. my B. his C. our D. her

13.A. asking B. interviewing C. arranging D. describing

14.A. brain B. wish C. will D. health

15.A. appeared B. struggled C. hesitated D. failed

16.A. village B. city C. organization D. state

17.A. pleased B. bored C. puzzled D. touched

18.A. combination B. composition C. connection D. satisfaction

19.A. in B. behind C. out D. away

20.A. interview B. flight C. article D. trip

Many people think of guys as being carefree when it comes to their appearance. But in fact, a lot of guys spend plenty of time in front of the mirror. They care just as much as girls do about their body image.

Body image is a person's opinions and feelings about his or her own body and physical appearance. 1. You appreciate your body for its capabilities and accept its imperfections.

2. Here are some ideas.

Recognize your strengths. Different body types are good for different things. What does your body do well? Maybe your speed, strength, or coordination makes you better than others at a certain sport. That may be basketball, table tennis, mountain biking, dancing, or even running. Or perhaps you have non-sports skills, like drawing, painting, singing, playing a musical instrument, writing, or acting. 3.

Exercise regularly. Exercise can help you look well and feel good about yourself. Good physiques (体形) don’t just happen. 4. A healthy habit can be as simple as exercising 20 minutes to 1 hour three days a week. Working out can also lift your spirits.

Respect your body! Practicing good habits regular showering; taking care of your teeth, hair, and skin; wearing clean clothes, and so on can help you build a positive body image.

5. Your body is just one part of who you are. Your talent for comedy a quick wit (智慧) and all the other things make you unique. So try not to let small imperfections take over.

A. Use this as an opportunity to discover what you’re good at.

B. Be yourself.

C. Having a positive body image means feeling satisfied with the way you look.

D. Just explore talents that you feel good about.

E. They take hard work, regular workouts, and a healthy diet.

F. The good news is that self-image and body image can be changed.

G. So, what can you do to develop a positive body image?

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