Margie was the best hostess. She greeted everyone at the door, and she _____ candies and offered drinks. Margie _____ that everyone had a good time and that absolutely everything was _____ . But this was not Margie’s party. She was a _____ at the party like everyone else, and yet she acted as if she owned the _____ . She wants to be _____ and needs to be in control. I used to be like Margie, _____ to control the uncontrollable. I felt _____ the feelings and actions of the people around me. My body ached due to the weight I put on my own _____ .

One day while I was out with a friend, I realized how far my desire for _____ had gotten. As I talked to my friend, a stranger’s towel was blown away. I _____ in vain for the towel. My friend called me on it and I _____ realized the extent (程度) my sense of responsibility had gotten. Realizing I was _____ living my life, I had to make a(n) _____ .

If we turn to _____ ,we see that it does not fight for control. A stream does not try to _____ its own course; water simply flows the path of least resistance (阻力). A _____ does not create an exact flight plan; a plane trusts its inner guidance system and adapts _____ to new wind currents (气流).

Next time you try to control the uncontrollable, take a breath. ____ and wait. You will find things can be better, with less effort, and in _____ ways you could not have imagined. And you will find a love of life again.

1.A. bought B. produced C. collected D. passed

2.A. admitted B. remembered C. ensured D. recognized

3.A. perfect B. different C. convenient D. cheap

4.A. customer B. guest C. servant D. neighbor

5.A. place B. company C. team D. land

6.A. in secret B. in time C. in order D. in charge

7.A. helping B. agreeing C. trying D. learning

8.A. angry about B. responsible for C. content with D. sensitive to

9.A. shoulders B. sides C. dreams D. feet

10.A. energy B. wealth C. happiness D. control

11.A. asked B. begged C. rushed D. waited

12.A. finally B. frequently C. totally D. unfortunately

13.A. often B. nearly C. just D. seldom

14.A. change B. promise C. order D. report

15.A. money B. space C. nature D. society

16.A. carry B. offer C. invite D. direct

17.A. train B. tree C. bird D. plane

18.A. suddenly B. eventually C. possibly D. easily

19.A. Struggle B. Relax C. Return D. Decide

20.A. interesting B. amazing C. exciting D. confusing

To: Jenny@ comp mail.ca From: Li-Ming@ yahoo, com

Subject: Autumn! Date: 29 /09 8: 02 PM

Hello, Jenny!

I love autumn! Mid-autumn Festival is this week. We will watch the moon tonight, and look for Chang’e and Wu Gang. My mother bought moon cakes, and I have eaten many of them!

National Day is also in the autumn, on October 1. My mother and father will not have to work for three days! We will do many things together, I like going to the National Day celebration(庆祝).

The best thing in autumn is my birthday; I will be fifteen years old.

Good-bye!

Li Ming

To: Li-Ming@ yahoo.com From: Jenny@ comp mail.ca

Subject: Thanksgiving Date: 29/09 9:12 PM

Dear Li Ming,

Thank you for your e-mail! I love autumn, too. In Canada, we have an autumn holiday called Thanksgiving. Families always celebrate Thanksgiving together. I will go to my grandmother and grandfather’s house. My uncles, aunts and their children will be there, too.

Canadian Thanksgiving is in early October. In the U.S., they celebrate Thanks-giving in late November.

Have a good time on your birthday, Li Ming! On my birthday, I have a cake with candles. Everyone sings ‘Happy Birthday’. Then I blow out the candles! Will you have cake on your birthday? Your friend ,

Jenny

1.Americans celebrate Thanksgiving __ later than Canadians.

A. one month B. less than two months C. two months D. more than two months

2.What do Canadians usually do in Thanksgiving?

A. Eat cakes. B. Stay together. C. Watch the moon. D. Sing the song.

3.What must Li Ming and Jenny use when they wrote to each other?

A. Pens. B. Paper. C. Computers. D. Telephones.

Master Your Deadlines

The struggle begins in high school, sometimes earlier. Deadlines, and lots of them, start to pile up. At college, the pressure sometimes leads to last-minute rush and unsatisfactory work. At work, failing to meet deadlines can easily get you fired. 1. Here are a few best practices.

·Assign deadlines to what matters.

If the task isn’t of high importance, don’t set a specific deadline. In this way, you are able to keep it on your radar for a while without feeling pressured. 2. This will provide just enough pressure to ensure you get it done.

·3.

Set a personal deadline for yourself a day or two before the actual deadline 4. If you’re working with a group of people, add in even more time to account for potential follow-ups and the need for approvals.

·Keep communicating.

5. This means letting others know when something is taking longer than expected,when a delivery didn’t come in,when a client is not providing the necessary information,etc. Although it may feel embarrassing to admit that something is not on schedule,being honest is much better for relieving your stress.

A. Plan for flexible hours.

B. Finish your project as early as possible.

C. But if an activity is urgent, set a deadline immediately.

D. In this way, you’ll never have to stay up late and feel stressed.

E. But handled properly, deadlines can actually improve productivity.

F. Whenever you feel challenged to finish work on time, communicate.

G. So if anything takes longer than expected, you can still wrap it up and submit it on time.

My dad is my hero because he is brave, skilled,and respectful. I know many people say their dads are their heroes, but my dad __ me about becoming a man, which is __ important for a young boy.

Respect goes a long way with my dad, as does patience. As a(n) __,my dad must __ people every day,some of whom are nice and some are not. Either way,he __ his well-mannered attitude.

Dad is not afraid of many things, or if he is, he doesn’t tell me __ he wants to seem tough. He may not be a big guy but since he works with his __ all day, he is very strong. Dad works outdoors in all kinds of __ but the worst thing he has to do is __ up and work in an attic (顶楼) in the middle of the summer. Trust me, this is the __ place you will experience as an electrician and when you come back __,what is in your lungs will make you __ for hours.

My dad and I have a very good __. We talk about almost everything. We go hunting, fishing,and everything a dad and son would do. My dad and I enjoy hiking __ because it gives us time outdoors together and there is nothing like that. He has __ and taught me everything I need to know about ___

I am __ to be the son of Mike C., and would not have it any other way. People come up to me all the time to __ me I have a good dad. It makes me feel __ that a lot of people think so __ of him. He is a good teacher of my life and would do anything for me. This is why my father is my hero.

1.A. arranges B. teaches C. worries D. reminds

2.A. specially B. extremely C. nearly D. hardly

3.A. worker B. officer C. electrician D. engineer

4.A. look after B. deal with C. wait for D. search for

5.A. offers B. makes C. hides D. keeps

6.A. though B. unless C. until D. because

7.A. brain B. mouth C. hands D. legs

8.A. positions B. situations C. conditions D. destinations

9.A. climb B. put C. send D. set

10.A. coldest B. highest C. best D. hottest

11.A. down B. over C. inside D. up

12.A. rest B. cough C. ache D. sleep

13.A. relationship B. friendship C. agreement D. companion

14.A. widest B. least C. most D. latest

15.A. learned B. referred C. shown D. collected

16.A. animals B. nature C. study D. skills

17.A. excited B. eager C. surprised D. proud

18.A. ask B. warn C. tell D. promise

19.A. well B. good C. nervous D. nicely

20.A. easily B. seriously C. highly D. lightly

Best School Backpacks

Students of all ages need to have a reliable backpack and which is your favourite one?

1. Amazon Basics Classic Backpack

The Amazon Basics line of products aims to deliver exceptional value by getting rid of everything that is unnecessary while maintaining the core functionality that customers desire. The Classic Backpack may not look like much, but that is a big part of its overall appeal. It's cheap and cheerful, lightweight yet long-lasting with velcro(尼龙刺粘搭链)side pockets and a roomy center. With an average rating of 4.5 stars based on over 250 customer reviews, this is a well-made backpack at a terrific price. Price:From$18. 00

2. The North Face Refractor Duffel Pack

Want to head off to school with a slightly different backpack that isn't way out there? The definitely boxy Refractor Duffel Pack from The North Face offers handles on both the top and the side, plus the usual shoulder straps, for multiple ways to carry. The clamshell design also includes a quick-access pocket on the front and an included tablet sleeve. l00% of reviewers on The North Face online store recommend this product, making it the best-selling unisex backpack on the site.

Price: $ 155. 00

3. High Sierra Powerglide Rolling Laptop Backpack

Carrying heavy textbooks and other supplies around all day can get awfully taxing on the shoulders, back and hips. An easier way to get between classes is with a rolling backpack like the High Sierra Powerglide. The multi-compartment design includes a cushioned sleeve for laptops with screens up t0 17-inches in size, plus zippered accessory compartments for quick access. The strange and spacious bag is recommended by over 90% of the over 900 customers who reviewed it on eBags.

Price: $ 60. 00

1.What is the most remarkable feature of the Classic Backpack?

A. It maintains the core function.

B. It doesn't have any spare parts.

C. It is light but long-lasting.

D. It has a roomy center.

2.What's the convenience of the Refractor Duffel Pack?

A. It is easy to open and shut.

B. It has extra pockets on the front.

3.Where is the High Sierra Powerglide different from the others?

A. It has wheels.

B. It is heavy to carry.

C. It can contain textbooks.

D. It has a place to use a computer.

4.What do the three products have in common?

A. They are all expensive.

B. They are all sold only online.

C. They all have large space inside.

D. They are all given praise by customers.

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