We’re always looking for well-written reviews of books, music, movies, television shows, websites, video games and other products. When writing a review, concentrate on exactly what you liked or didn’t like. Give examples of strengths and weaknesses, be descriptive and provide background information on an author, director, actor or musician, if possible. Find professional reviews in magazines or newspapers and see how reviewers deal with their topic, but be sure to express your own voice in your review.

Grammar Hint for Reviews: When describing a book, movie, album or anything else, use the present tense.

Book Reviews

Discuss an author’s technique, strengths and weaknesses instead of focusing on the plot. Does the story flow? Is there a strong sense of character and place? Did you stay up until dawn to finish it? Is it good reading for teenagers? What influence did it have on you and why? If you’ve read other books by the same author, discuss how this book compares.

Movie Reviews

Think of the major Oscar categories and consider the performances, music, lighting and setting, etc. Do these work together? Did some hold up while others didn’t? If the movie is based on a book, discuss whether one is better than the other and why. If the movie is a remake, compare the film to its original.

Remember that a well-written movie review should discuss strengths and weaknesses. Some readers may not have seen a movie yet, so don’t give away an exciting scene or the ending!

College Reviews

Begin by providing an overview of the college, including location, size and a description of the campus and/or dorm life. Think about all aspects of your college visit. What academic, athletic and after-class programs are available? What are the students like? What makes the college different from others? Every school has strengths and weaknesses. Be objective. Consider what the school has to offer and who might enjoy or benefit the most from attending there.

1.When writing a review, you ________.

A. cannot refer to any previous review

B. must express your own views and opinions

C. must provide some information about the author

D. needn’t give any examples to support your views

2.Which aspects should be included in all three reviews?

A. Strengths and weaknesses.

B. Plot and character.

C. Programs and scenes.

D. Location and description.

3.Where can you probably find the passage?

A. In a personal diary.

B. In an official report.

C. In a tourist guidebook.

D. In a popular magazine.

When I stopped by to get a newspaper,a tall,sincere man came over to me asking for help with directions. With a printout of Google maps, he was looking for a on the main street, but just couldn’t find it. After checking out his written directions, I mapped it my phone and showed him where he needed to go.

He, in , mentioned that he had tried going there, but there was no such street number and he just couldn't locate his hotel.I it again for him.He thanked me with a big smile, shook my hand, and .I got into my car and he got into his, and we ways.As I drove to the next grocery store and went in, I sensed wrong about the directions-so I Googled the address again and that he was looking for the right address but in a city half an hour away!

it had been several minutes, the chances of finding him miles away-where he was surely still looking around-were .But I thought I'd give it a(an) and set off in that direction. I'd noticed what his car looked like, and was just about to give up.I parked my car as I considered what else I could do- , like magic, he drove right by and pulled over into a nearby parking spot, still about where the hotel was.

When I next to him, he couldn't believe it: " did you find me?!" he asked."I'm not sure, but I that you are in the wrong city!" I showed him the right directions, and after more and a handshake, we .Likely that we'll never meet again, and that makes it much more sweet.

1.A.museum B. parking spot C. hotel D. grocery store

2.A.on B. in C. at D. with

3.A.constantly B. exactly C. absolutely D. completely

4.A.relief B. panic C. delight D. puzzlement

5.A.confirmed B. evaluated C. analyzed D. adjusted

6.A.took off B. took up C. took down D. took over

7.A.lost B. parted C. fought D. pushed

8.A.nothing B. anything C. something D. everything

9.A.realized B. considered C. determined D. stated

10.A.Hopefully B. Unbelievably C. Consequently D. Unfortunately

11.A.big B. vital C. slim D. obvious

12.A.beginning B. end C. change D. try

13.A.hardly B. merely C. regularly D. occasionally

14.A.while B. before C. when D. since

15.A.at a loss B. at a risk C. at ease D. at peace

16.A.put out B. put up C. pulled down D. pulled in

17.A.Where B. Why C. When D. How

18.A.tried out B. figured out C. burst out D. carried out

19.A.luck B. smiles C. greetings D. praise

20.A.left together B. returned home C. waved goodbye D. rushed away

根据短文内容,从短文后的七个选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

__1.__

Home can be a great place for children to study. It's important to provide a workspace of their own where they can read books or just write a letter to their friends.

●Location (位置)

__2.__Kitchen and dining room are not so well suited for regular study,since books and pens get in the way of the day?to?day uses of those areas. Set up a place where a child can settle in and leave papers and pens at hand without having to clear everything away each night. For a child that likes being alone,set aside a corner of his bedroom,but keep it separate from things like games,music and other hobbies not related to studying.

●Keeping Things in Order

Parents should encourage their child to spread out,but to leave it neat and orderly when he isn't using his workspace. Ownership is very important for self?respect __3.__ The workplace should be personal,but not another part of the playroom.

●_4.__

Encourage the whole family to help build a supportive environment that children need for success in school. Give them a good example of how to deal with problems,how to manage time and get things done in the right way._ 5.__Study will be more enjoyable and effective when supported by the whole family.

A.Attitude Is Everything

B.Bring Organization into Your Home

C.Here are several ways to choose a location.

D.Building a Good Home Learning Environment

E.Hold a can?do attitude and your child will follow your example.

F.Setting up a space in a common area of your home can be a good idea for children.

G.A child who learns to organize his space will carry organization into every corner of his life.

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