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  A popular saying goes, “Sticks and stone may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” However, that’s not really true.Words have the power to build us up or tear us down.It doesn’t matter if the words come from someone else or ourselves-the positive and negative effects are just as lasting.

  We all talk to ourselves sometimes.We’re usually too embarrassed to admit it, though.But we really shouldn’t be, because more and more experts believe talking to ourselves out loud is a healthy habit.

  This “self-talk” helps us motivate ourselves, remember things, solves problems, and calm ourselves down.Beware, though, that as much as 77% of self-talk tends to be negative.So in order to stay positive, we should only speak words of encouragement to ourselves.We should also be quick to give ourselves a pat on the back.The next time you finish a project, do well in a test, or finally clean your room, join me in saying, “Good job!”

  Words possess power because of their lasting effects.Many of us regret something we once said.And we remember unkind words said to us! Before speaking, we should always ask ourselves:Is it true? Is it loving? Is it needed? If what we want to say doesn’t pass this test, then it’s better left unsaid.

  Words possess power:both positive and negative.Those around us receive encouragement when we speak positively.We can offer hope, build self-esteem(自尊)and motive others to do their best.Negative words destroy all those things.Will we use our words to hurt or to heal? The choice is ours.

(1)

The author argues in the first paragraph that _________.

[  ]

A.

words will never hurt us at all

B.

words have lasting effects on us

C.

positive effects last longer than negative effects

D.

negative words last longer than positive effects

(2)

Why should we not feel embarrassed when talking to ourselves?

[  ]

A.

Almost everybody has the habit of talking to oneself.

B.

It does harm to have “self-talk” when we are alone.

C.

Talking to ourselves helps us to solve all the problems.

D.

Talking to ourselves is believed to be good for our health.

(3)

The underlined phrase “give ourselves a pat on the back” in Paragraph 3 means _________.

[  ]

A.

blame ourselves

B.

punish ourselves

C.

praise ourselves

D.

talk to ourselves

(4)

Which of the following statements would the author agree to?

[  ]

A.

It is better to think twice before talking to others.

B.

It is impossible for unkind words to be forgotten.

C.

Words always possess long positive effects.

D.

Kind words are sometimes not needed at all.

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  At least 77 were wounded when hundreds of army soldiers and anti-government protesters(抗议者)clashed(冲突)in Bangkok early Monday morning 14 hours after Thai PM declared a state of emergency in the capital city, Thai media reports.

  The Nation quoted hospital reports as saying at least 77 people suffered injuries mainly from teargas, with five seriously injured.

  At around 7∶20 a.m., the government announced it was in control of the situation at Din Daeng, The Nation said on its website.

  Some protesters had been arrested, and Army Spokesman Col Sansern Kaewkamnerd earlier said “Similar operations will be carried out in other areas.”

  The clash occurred around 4∶30 a.m.Monday(21∶00 GMT Sunday)when some 300 so-called red-shirted protesters used a seized bus to crash soldiers at Din Daeng District in north Bangkok, Army spokesman Sansern Kaewkamnerd told TPBS.

  Soldiers fired warning shots into the air and used teargas to disperse the protesters after failing to persuade the red shirts to stop, Sansern said.

  Earlier the Health Department of Bangkok Metropolitan Administration announced a total injury number of 68.

  Army Chief General Anupong Paojinda refused to comment on the incident, adding that he will learn more about it first.

  At about 6∶15 a.m.Monday(23∶15 GMT Sunday), former premier Thaksin Shinawatra told the Red-shirted protesters to continue fighting in a phone conversation with a main leader of the United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship(UDD).

  Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva declared on Sunday afternoon a state of emergency in Bangkok and some districts of five provinces nearby.

  The latest round of the anti-government protests led by UDD has entered its 19th day.Red-shirted protesters on Saturday forced the summits canceled(取消).

  (Xinhua News Agency April 13, 2009)

(1)

What is the main idea of the passage?

[  ]

A.

At least 77 were wounded during the crash between soldiers and protesters.

B.

The ASEAN summits have been cancelled.

C.

Soldiers used teargas to disperse the protesters.

D.

Thai Prime Minister announced a state of emergency.

(2)

What can you infer from the passage?

[  ]

A.

The conflict is connected with the former premier Thaksin.

B.

The Army Chief General refused to comment on the incident.

C.

Soldiers didn't persuade the red shirts to stop.

D.

About 300 protesters seized a bus and crashed soldiers.

(3)

Which of the following is TRUE?

[  ]

A.

The latest round of protests started in March, 2009.

B.

Five protesters died in the clash.

C.

It's officially said on the morning of Sunday that the situation was out of control.

D.

It is most likely that the army is against the government.

(4)

What does the underlined word “disperse” probably mean?

[  ]

A.

开枪

B.

驱散

C.

劝说

D.

谈判

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Hey! It's going to be Mother's day again. Have you planned something good for your Mama? If not, try even one of these tips.

Make Your Mama Proud

  What special talents do you have? Maybe this is the right time to show it to her. She would be very proud and surprised if she'd realized that you have something that she doesn't expect.

  What's Her Favorite?

  Most teens don't know what their mama's favorite. You do? Then, what are you waiting for ? Buy her some of her favorite stuff and put a little twist on it. Make it more special.

  The best time to give her that is while she is sleeping at night. Put it on the drawer next to her so that when she wakes up she'll be surprised to see it. And, maybe, a little tear may fall down from her cheeks.

  The Memories

  Our mothers have special memories in mind. Those are the times that they gave birth to their healthy baby. How about you? What's your best moment with her? Maybe you can tell her about the time she got mad at you because you did something that you thought is right but since that day forward you realized your mistakes. Or, you can tell her how happy you are when she was there during your painful days in your life.

  Be Her

  What does she look like if she is so exhausted and angry and tired? What does she do for your family? This is the right time to show her the things that she usually does at home. Try to imitate her voice when she is angry. Make your face as if you are her when she is mad.

  Treat a Queen

  Your house is a palace with a king and queen (it doesn't matter if you're rich or poor). Our mother is the real queen in our life and in our family though her duties make her look like she is not. Give the lady a day off by being a servant to her.

  Make-Over Beauty

  Because of stress and the problems that she is facing right now, especially in the family, she doesn't look great any more. Admit it! Most mothers are not into trends anymore because their focusing on us.

  Perhaps you could take some of your savings to treat her in a salon or the department store. Then, choose nice clothes that would make her look GLAMOROUS!

  Have Some of Your Time

  It's the cheapest but a meaningful way. Most of us are busy from our work, friends, boy/girl friends, school. We stay home late and after several hours, we go out again.

  Have you ever had a meaningful time with your mother where you don't think or talk about problems and arguments? Have you ever told her how much you thank her from the life she gave to you, the time she took care of you, and for every suffering she'd felt for you? Have you ever told her that you love her?

Life is short. We don't know what will happen tomorrow nor today. Those three words can make her heart jump for joy, you know? Just tell her “I love you!” and it would make her smile so sweetly. Just try! We don't want to miss a thing, right?

 

 

Tips on 71 _________ to make mother happy

Tell your mother your best 77 ______ with her. For example, tell her you were so happy when she 78 ________ care of you during painful days. Imitate her when she is tired or angry and all that she does for the family.

 

Show your mother your special talents so that she would take 74________in you. Buy her something that she likes best and put it on a drawer next to her to 75 _______ her. Maybe she would be moved to

76 _________.

 

Have some of your time.

 

Have a meaningful time with your mother and don’t think or talk about any problems or

80_________. Tell her that you love her.

 

 

 

 

[1] Teenagers who spend hours in front of the television may have a poorer diet, a new study shows. It is not clear, researchers say, whether television itself is the reason, but it is possible that things like snacking in front of the TV or seeing ads for junk food influence young people’s diets.

[2] The study included nearly 1,400 high school students. It showed that those who watched TV for five hours or more every day had less healthy diets than other students five years later. As a group, they ate fewer fruits and vegetables, but ate more fast food, snack products and fried foods.

[3] “We’re not able to tell why,” lead researcher Dr. Daheia J. Barr-Anderson said. “But we have some speculations(推测).” People who spend a lot of time in front of the TV, especially teenagers, may have more snack. It may influence their long-term diet quality. It’s also possible that TV ads for fast food, sweets and snacks make teenagers eat more of those foods. TV time might also replace exercise time for some kids.

[4] The researchers found a clear relationship between TV time during high school and diet quality of the young. The heaviest TV viewers     five years later, and those who’d watched fewer than two hours every day had the most fruits and vegetables.

[5] According to Barr-Anderson, the findings support experts’ advice that children should watch no more than two hours of television every day. “Parents should cut the TV time.” Barr-Anderson said. She advised that parents set a good example by eating right, being physically active and controlling their own TV time.

76. Complete the following sentence according to the underlined one in Paragraph 3.(no more than 5 words)

Some children may spend much time watching TV instead of             .

77. What does “ it” refer to in Paragraph 1 line2 mean ? (no more than 3 words)

                                                                  

78. According to Barr-Anderson, what should parents do to set a good example for their children? (no more than 15 words)

                                                                  

79. Fill in the blank in Paragraph 4 with proper words. (no more than 6 words)

                                                                  

80. What is the passage mainly about ? (no more than 12 words)

                                                                  

LONDON—England will join the growing list of places that don’t allow smoking in public buildings, taxis and other places that includes even Buckingham Palace with a strong law.

Pubs, clubs and restaurants will all be smoke-free places. Taxi drivers have been warned that they could be fined(罚款) 50 pounds, or about $100, if they are caught lighting up inside work taxis.

Experts say the bans have become unchangeable because of increasing health costs and public worry over second-hand smoke. Some of the strictest smoking bans are in some of the United States’ states, such as New York and Florida, which include bars and restaurants as smoke-free places.

Spain, Italy, Iran, Norway, Sweden, Singapore, South Africa, Uruguay and New Zealand have made laws to limit smoking. France banned smoking in many public places in February and cafes and restaurants will become non-smoking places next year. Finland will introduce a ban, too.

Bans are spreading among countries, and the World Health Organization supports them, but it said that by 2030 there will be“at least another two billion smokers in the world”and an expected decrease in male smokers“will be offset(抵消) by an increase in female smoking rates, especially in developing countries.”

In advance of the English ban, anti-smoking ads have coated bus stops and the government prepares to pay some money to help people give up smoking. The rest of Britain—Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland—already have smoking bans ready.

74.England does the following to ban smoking EXCEPT    .

A.introduce a ban            B.pay some money

C.reduce the health costs          D.put up anti-smoking ads

75.What is the main idea of the first two paragraphs?

A.More places in Britain forbid smoking.

B.Taxis are smoking-free places in England.

C.People will be fined for smoking in public places.

D.A smoking ban must be put into use in England.

76.We can infer from the passage that    .

A.the smoking situation is still serious around the world

B.the number of smokers in Finland is not large at all

C.ads did’t appear in England until the ban was started

D.Scotland will be one of the strictest anti-smoking places

77.The attitude of World Health Organization to the smoking bans is    .

A.doubtful              B.supportive   

C.negative              D.indifferent(漠不关心的)

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