【题目】My writing career began ten years ago with my articles published locally and nationally. As a beginning writer, I was happy to be on my way, writing and learning as much as I could . With two little kids underfoot, as well as working full-time, it was really difficult to make time for writing, but I managed.

Readers told me they laughed, cried or were inspired by my articles. But they didn't know what was really going on behind the typewriter. I was not a happy mommy, and found it difficult to enjoy the everyday little things in life. In short, I was not a happy person.

I realized I had to make some changes. I started walking every morning. It cleared my head, allowed me time to think, gave me fresh air, and made me feel invigorated (精神焕发） and healthy. I was eating wisely, and the weight started to go. I started a new job, joined a monthly writing chapter，and was determined to keep up my walking. Finding the balance was sometimes difficult. But I was determined to fit in writing time because it made me happy. Sure I loved to watch the news and have my tea, but that wasn't what made me truly happy.

My own happiness has shown through my family, my job performance and my attitude towards challenging situations. I again have readers telling me the effect my writing has had on them, with some able to get on with their own writing because of my articles.

It was up to me to make it happen—my own happiness. One step at a time-one word at a time. And I did it.

【1】What was a big challenge to the author according to the first paragraph?

A. Writing good articles. B. Doing well at work.

C. Finding time to write. D. Taking good care of children.

【2】Why did the author start walking every morning?

A. To be physically healthy.

B. To enjoy fresh early morning air.

C. To have more energy for writing.

D. To get back to happiness.

【3】What can we know about the author from the text?

A. Her articles had a great effect on readers.

B. She didn't enjoy making changes in her life.

C. She wasn't interested in watching TV news.

D. She couldn't find the balance between work and life.

【4】What do you think is the main idea of the story?

A. Practice makes perfect. B. Well begun is half done.

C. Time and tide wait for no man. D. Happiness lies in your own hand.

【题目】书面表达，假如你是李华，目前正在一所外国语学校读高中。最近一段时间你比较关注美国文化，尤其对美国的节日感兴趣。请你给你的美国网友Tom写一封电子邮件，询问他关于感恩节的一些情况。内容要点如下：

1．介绍自己的近况；

2．询问他关于感恩节的一些情况(起源、庆祝的时间和方式等)；

3．表示感谢。

注意：1.词数100左右；

2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3．开头和落款已为你写好，但不计入总词数。Dear Tom，

Thanks for your email last time.____________________________________________

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Yours，

Li Hua

【题目】假定你是李华，下周将有一位新外教来你班任教。你的班主任计划举办一个简短的欢迎仪式。就此请你用英语写一篇发言稿，主要内容包括：

1.打听旅途情况；

2.简介班级情况；

3.期待成为朋友。

注意：

1.词数100左右；

2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；

3.开头语已给出，不计入总词数。

Dear sir,

Welcome to our school._____________________________________________________________________

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【题目】假设你是李华，打算明年出国留学。请你根据以下要点提示，给你的美国笔友Lucy写一封电子邮件。

1. 出国留学的打算（如在申请学位课程之前学习一年英语、住在寄宿家庭等）；

2. 出国留学的原因；

3. 期待与她见面。

注意：

1. 词数100 左右（开头已给，不计入总词数）；

2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

Dear Lucy,

How are you?_________________________________________________________________________

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

【题目】语法填空。

Paris Fashion Week

It is a clothing trade show semiannually held in Paris, France, with Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter events 【1】 (take) place each year. Fashion Week in Paris is given twice a year right after the Milan Fashion Week. Dates are fixed by the French Fashion Federation. Currently it is held Carrousel du Louver and at some 【2】 places throughout the city. Paris Fashion Week is _【3】_ of the big four fashion weeks internationally, the others being London Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week. They are to show the fashion industry 【4】 the various brands will be releasing and 【5】 (increase) their sales.

Paris, 【8】(regard) as a fashion capital like New York, Milan, and London, happens to be the headquarters (总部) of many top fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, etc. The French fashion has made an 【7】 (impress) mark on its fans by elegance and beauty. Paris's cultural diversities 【8】 (present) widely by the fact that many worldwide designers are pleased to show up with their new 【9】 (design)．

In 2014, Paris Fashion Week for Spring/Summer started from 26 June to 30 June 【10】 the Autumn/Winter event was from 24 September to 2 October.

【题目】Harvard is one of the most famous educational institutions in the world and many people want to study there. The problem is that most applicants don’t follow the advice that will most likely get them 【1】 (pick).

One of the most important things you should remember when 【2】 (apply) to Harvard is that THEY WANT YOU TO HAVE A LIFE. This is probably the main requirement after your grades. The best situation is that you are a 【3】 (nature) leader with lots of activities and active social life. Another important thing to remember is that you have to promote (推销) 【4】 (you) but in a reasonable manner. You should be aware of your strengths and 【5】 (weak). Grades are very important but they are not everything. Try to gain a great school record from your high school years, take extra courses that are interesting, and enjoy life. 【6】 rest will come naturally.

Last but not least, let’s pay attention 【7】 the interview. You should be respectful and most importantly, show real interest in the school (not only the name). 【8】 is a matter of luck to get an interviewer who shares common interests with you. The thing with the interview is that Harvard 【9】 (receive) applications from hundreds, if not thousands of students with the same grades. This means the interview is your chance to show 【10】 you are unique.

【题目】假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下短文。短文中共有10处错误，每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧), 并在此符号下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。

修改： 在错的词下划一横线, 并在该词下面写出修改后的词。

注意：1、每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2、只允许修改10处, 多者(从第11处起) 不计分。

At a sports meet of high school I knew Christie and we became best friend. At that time, we often spend time together. Under her help, I made great progress in my study. Last year, she decided to study in abroad. In other words, we would be separated for long time. Before she leaving , I prepared a gift to show my best wishes to him. She said it was the best gift she has ever had. Until then, we’ve kept in touch with each other through e-mails. I look forward to see her again in the near future.

【题目】as a result, break up, in danger of, according to, attach...to... ,

stand for, above all, watch over, die out, in relief,

burst into laughter, sort out

【1】The Soviet Union ________________ on December 25th 1991.

【2】The farmers there use specially trained dogs to ____________their sheep at night．

【3】The English of today is very different from the English of 500 years ago. In time, some words even _______________completely.

【4】The economyis____________collapse(崩溃)unlessthere is a revolution.

【5】What is “best friends”? You laugh; I laugh. You cry; I cry. You fall, I ______________ and then I fall too because I was laughing too hard.

【6】Workers should be paid ________________ how much work they do.

【7】I’d like to buy a house-----modern, comfortable and _______________ in a quiet neighborhood.

【8】Seeing the spoiled child was safe, the old man sighed ________________.

【9】It is unnecessary to _____________ great importance __________ this letter.

【10】He fell off the bike and hurt his legs. _________________, he had to stay away from the school for nearly two or three weeks.

【题目】

【1】The invention would have a wide range of ______________ (应用) in industry.

【2】Frankly speaking, emotional or mental problems can a____________ from a physical cause.

【3】A recent study shows that computer games have a little effect on adults，but a________ young people so much.

【4】The flood has led to the l_____________ of life.

【5】Farmers used to hunt elephants without _______________(怜悯）.

【6】World Wildlife Fund ________________(感激) very much the efforts that China has made to protect endangered species from being further endangered.

【7】Some bands are f_____________ by putting an advertisement in a newspaper looking for someone who is good enough.

【8】He is a man who loses his job but doesn't tell his family and p_____________ to go to work every day as usual.

【9】We are expected to be responsible for our work. But there always are some people who fail to ________________ (履行)their duties.

【10】At the beginning of each semester, each student has great _______________ ( 信心) in their study.

【题目】Ways to Stop Worrying

A little worrying now and then can be self-protective.【1】 But too much worrying can lead to many problems, such as reduced concentration, poor sleeping habits and the inability to handle everyday difficulties. What’s more, it may also cause physical health problems, such as high blood pressure.

Here are some tips to help you lighten up and enjoy life more.

1. Note down your worries

Writing in a worry journal helps create some distance between you and your concerns. Write down your thoughts briefly every day, perhaps the first thing in the morning, before you start your regular routine.【2】

2. Pack away your worries

【3】 Imagine tucking (塞) away your anxieties in a small box and closing the lid (盖子). Set aside some time each day to open the box and examine your worries, but otherwise, keep it closed.

3. Share your worries with a friend

Don’t be embarrassed.【4】 Then, he or she may give you some practical suggestions. Telling someone your fears helps lift the burden of worry and gives your friends a chance to offer comforting thoughts.

4.【5】

Select a quiet spot in your home where you can focus on your worries without being interrupted (打扰). Stay there every day for 10 to 20 minutes. Make sure you maintain a strict time limit and try to avoid worrying except when you’re in your designated (指定的) “worry space”.

A. Create a personal worry space.

B. See worries from a different perspective.

C. Talk to your friend about your worries.

D. If journal writing isn’t for you, create a “worry box” in your mind.

E. Spend about 15 minutes just writing and reflecting on what is bothering you.

F. Check with your local health centre about programs to stop worrying in your area.

G. Without anxiety you probably wouldn’t lock your door at night or schedule your regular check-up.