Dear Daughter,
As we drove off from Columbia, I wanted to write to tell you all that is on my mind. First, I want to tell you how proud we are. Getting into Columbia is a real testament (证明) of what a great well-rounded student you are. You should be as proud of yourself as we are.
Your college years will be the most important of your life. It is in college that you will discover what learning is about. This will be the period when you go from teacher taught to master inspired, after which you must become a self-learner. So do take each subject seriously, and even if what you learn is of no practical use in real life, the learning skills you get will be something you will value forever.
Follow your passion in college. Take courses you think you will enjoy, don't be bothered by what others think or say, but make up your own mind. Most importantly, make true friends and be happy. Don't worry about their hobbies, grades, looks, or even personalities.
Start planning early what you'd like to do. Where would you like to live? What would you like to learn? I think your plan to study fashion is good, and you should decide where you want to be, and get onto the right courses. I will always be there for you, but the time has come for you to be in the driver's seat-this is your life, and you need to be in control. Being in control feels great. Try it, and you'll love it!
So please treasure your college years - make the best use of your free time, become an independent thinker in control of your destiny, and learn through your successes and challenges.
May your years at Columbia be the happiest of your life, and may you grow into just what you dream to be.
Love
Dad & Mom
【小题1】We can read between the lines that ________.

A.Dad has a strong love for his daughter
B.Dad is very strict with his daughter
C.Dad always worries about his daughter
D.Dad is much concerned about his daughter's health
【小题2】The underlined word "destiny" in the passage is the closest in meaning to "_______".
A.weightB.lifeC.position D.time
【小题3】Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A.Plan things before you do them.
B.Self-learning is very important in college.
C.Follow your passion and what other people say.
D.Leading a life is just like driving a car.
【小题4】The purpose of the author in writing the letter is to tell his daughter to ________.
A.smile to her trouble in life
B.fight till she succeeds
C.be confident and happy
D.make the most of her college

Traveling can be a way to gain life experiences,especially during Spring Break—a week long school vacation in the United States. But what if you're a student and don't have enough money for a trip?Don't worry. Here are some useful suggestions.
Save:This probably is the most important preparation for traveling. Cut expenses to fatten your wallet so you'll have more choices about where to go and how to get there.
Plan ahead:Don't wait until the last minute to plan your trip. Tickets may cost more when bought on short notice. Giving yourself several months to get ready can mean security and savings.
Do your homework:No matter where you go,research the places you will visit. Decide what to see. Travel books will provide information on the cheapest hotels and restaurants.
Plan sensibly:Write down what you expect to spend for food and hotels. Stick to your plan or you may not have enough money to cover everything.
Travel in groups:Find someone who is interested in visiting the same places. By traveling with others you can share costs and experiences.
Work as you go:Need more money to support your trip?Look for work in the places you visit.
Go off the beaten path:Tourist cities may be expensive. You may want to rethink your trip and go to a lesser­known area. Smaller towns can have many interesting activities and sights.
Pack necessary things:The most important things to take are not always clothes. Remember medicine in case you get sick and snacks in case you cannot find a cheap restaurant.
Use the Internet:The net can help to save money. Some useful websites include www.bargains­lowestfare.com_and_www.Economictravel.com.
By planning sensibly,even students can enjoy the travel. Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.
【小题1】This passage is about________.

A.how to plan your travel
B.how to travel with enough money
C.how to make your travel interesting
D.how to get life experiences
【小题2】Before your trip,the first thing you should do is________.
A.to make a plan of the route
B.to get information from the Internet
C.to save money by spending less
D.to buy tickets in advance
【小题3】The writer advises you________.
A.to share costs with any other people
B.not to go to well­known places
C.not to visit dangerous places
D.to buy anything you want to buy
【小题4】During your trip,________.
A.you need more shoes than clothes
B.you shouldn't look for work all the way
C.you can gain valuable life experiences
D.you should forget to do your homework

阅读下面短文,回答文后的5个问题,并把答案写在答题卡指定区域内。

[1] If you read a newspaper or listen to a newscast(news report) recently, you may hear or read a strange word, “staycation.” Staycation is a new word the American press(newspapers, radio, and television) is using to describe a vacation very close to your own home, or simply staying at home during your vacation. It is a combination of the words “stay” and “vacation”.

[2] According to many news reports, these staycations are very popular among American families this year. Why? The high price of gasoline for cars and airplanes has made it very expensive for Americans to travel compared to past years. When you combine this with the weak American dollar, it all adds up to people deciding to stay close to home during their traditional summer vacations. Of course, some places are more interesting to “stay home at” than others. And if you live in a very small town, well, you may just want to skip your vacation and save your time up to next year!

[3] Everything is expensive nowadays, and let’s face it—a vacation just may not be in your plan this year. You don’t have to give up family fun just because you can’t              ; instead, follow my tips for an economical staycation filled with old favorites and new adventures! Staycations have achieved high popularity in current hard economic times in which unemployment levels and gas prices are high. 

1.What is this passage mainly about? (within one word)

2.Which two words make the new word “staycation”? (within 3 words)

3.What’s the meaning of “staycation”? (within 20 words)

4.Why are staycation popular this year? Please list two reasons. (each within 5 words)

5.Please fill in the blank with a phrase in the last paragraph. (with 3 words)

 

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