One day after we moved to our farm, I found that two of the neighbor’s cows and a calf had wandered through the fence along our woods. The neighbor, Lorne Wright showed up with his dog to herd them back into his grassland—and with part of a roll of nine-wire fence.

＂There’s probably enough to reach from the road to the first brace post if you were of a mind to fix this spot,＂ he said. My face lit right up. I wanted to be a good neighbor, but money was tight.

The next week I was pulling the old fence out of the tall grass when Bill Risk stopped his car. He said,

＂Fixing fence, are you? Hear a story? A long time ago, two fellows farmed next to each other, so they agreed that each would start building fence on opposite ends of their farms and meet in the middle.＂

＂When they finished, one said, ‘Well, it looks good.’ But the other said, ‘My half looks good, because I started where I should have, but you started your half about 2 feet over on my farm and I want it moved right away!’＂

＂Well, these two fellows, who could have been good neighbors, began to get angry with each other, and the bitterness went on for years. Finally one man sold his farm, and no sooner had the new owner moved in than his neighbor paid him a visit. ＂

＂He said, ‘There has always been a problem with our line fence. Your half begins 2 feet over on my farm. It should have been moved a long time ago.’ The new neighbor thought for a moment, then said, ‘I always intend to be a good neighbor. If you think the fence is on your farm, you move it to wherever you think it should be, and you’ll never hear a complaint from me.’＂

＂They became good friends. And the fence was never moved. So keep that fence straight, neighbor,＂ Bill went away, leaving me with a smile on my face as I went back to work.

【题文1】 How did the writer feel after hearing his neighbor’s words?

A. Excited. B. Embarrassed. C. Puzzled. D. Satisfied.

【题文2】After finishing their fence, the two fellows _________.

A. celebrated for building a solid fence B. have become good neighbors even since

C. started right off with hard feelings D. argued about whose fence was good

【题文3】How did the new owner treat the fence?

A. By moving it to his property. B. By finding where it should be first.

C. By taking it apart immediately. D. By allowing the neighbor to deal with it.

【题文4】What lesson can we learn from the text?

A. Good fences make good neighbors. B. Two neighbors build their fences.

C. Fences have their own stories. D. Keep your fence strong and tall.

【题目】语法填空
Examinations are of great(important) in Chinese schools and universities,so millions of the students take part in them every year.Almost all the students(teach) from an early age to understand the nature of examinations.It is true that some students can pass an examination(easy) than others,although it doesn't mean they are better with their study.
Quite a few students are afraid of examinations though they masterthey have learned very well.Sometimes the fear of examinations comes from pressure.
People think pressure is good for studentsit can make the students(try) harder and make some school work more challenging.But too much pressure may even cause diseaseswill influence students' academic performance badly.
No student succeedshard work.If one spends little(work) on their lessons every day,they can't expectgood result at the end of the term.Developing study skills can get students to learn better and to pass examinations with ease if they understand the lessons and the work involved.

假定你是高三学生李华。最近你校受中央电视台《朗读者》节目的启发，将举办第一届英语《朗读者》的比赛。请根据以下提示写一篇英语通知。

1. 全校第一届《朗读者》比赛将在本学期末举行；

2. 每个班级选出一名朗读者，然后全校进行评比；

3. 规则和奖励。

注意：

1. 词数100左右；

2. 可适当添加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇：《朗读者》Reader；杰作masterpiece

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【题目】根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Many people think of guys as being carefree when it comes to their appearance. But in fact, a lot of guys spend plenty of time in front of the mirror. They care just as much as girls do about their body image.
Body image is a person's opinions and feelings about his or her own body and physical appearance. You appreciate your body for its capabilities and accept its imperfections.
Here are some ideas.
Recognize your strengths. Different body types are good for different things. What does your body do well? Maybe your speed, strength, or coordination makes you better than others at a certain sport. That may be basketball, table tennis, mountain biking, dancing, or even running. Or perhaps you have non-sports skills, like drawing, painting, singing, playing a musical instrument, writing, or acting.
Exercise regularly. Exercise can help you look well and feel good about yourself. Good physiques (体形) don't just happen. A healthy habit can be as simple as exercising 20 minutes to 1 hour three days a week. Working out can also lift your spirits.
Respect your body! Practicing good habits regular showering; taking care of your teeth, hair, and skin; wearing clean clothes, and so on can help you build a positive body image.
Your body is just one part of who you are. Your talent for comedy, a quick wit (智慧) and all the other things make you unique. So try not to let small imperfections take over.
A. Use this as an opportunity to discover what you're good at.
B. Be yourself.
C. Having a positive body image means feeling satisfied with the way you look.
D. Just explore talents that you feel good about.
E. They take hard work, regular workouts, and a healthy diet.
F. The good news is that self-image and body image can be changed.
G. So, what can you do to develop a positive body image?

【题目】阅读理解
There were smiling children all the way.Clearly they knew at what time the train passed their homes and they made it their business to stand along the railway,wave to complete strangers and cheer them up as they rushed towards Penang.Often whole families stood outside their homes and waved and smiled as if those on the trains were their favorite relatives.This is the simple village people of Malaysia.I was moved.
I had always traveled to Malaysia by plane or car,so this was the first time I was on a train.I did not particularly relish the long train journey and had brought along a dozen magazines to read and reread.I looked about the train. There was not one familiar face.I sighed and sat down to read my Economics.
It was not long before the train was across the Causeway and in Malaysia.Johore Baru was just another city like Singapore,so I was tired of looking at the crowds of people as they hurried past.As we went beyond the city,I watched the straight rows of rubber trees and miles and miles of green.Then the first village came into sight. Immediately I came alive;I decided to wave back.
From then on my journey became interesting.I threw my magazines into the waste basket and decided to join in Malaysian life.Then everything came alive.The mountains seemed to speak to me.Even the trees were smiling.I stared at everything a if I was looking at it for the first time.
The day passed fast and I even forgot to have my lunch until I felt hungry.I looked at my watch and was surprised that it was 3:00 p.m. Soon the train pulled up at Butterworth.I looked at the people all around me.They all looked beautiful.When my uncle arrived with a smile,I threw my arms around him to give him a warm hug（拥抱）.I had never done this before.He seemed surprised and then his weather-beaten face warmed up with a huge smile.We walked arm in arm to his car.
I looked forward to the return journey.
（1）The author expected the train trip to be______.
A.adventurous
B.pleasant
C.dull
D.exciting
（2）What did the author remember most fondly of her train trip?
A.The friendly country people.
B.The mountains along the way.
C.The crowds of people in the streets.
D.The simple lunch served on the train.
（3）Which of the following words can best take the place of the word "relish" in the second paragraph?
A.choose
B.enjoy
C.prepare for
D.carry on
（4）What can we learn from the story?
A.Comfort in traveling by train.
B.Pleasure of living in the country.
C.Reading gives people delight.
D.Smiles brighten people up.

【题目】阅读理解
I don't think there is anything more important than health. “Health is the greatest wealth，” wise people say. You can't be good at your studies or work well when you are ill.
If you have a headache, toothache, backache, earache or bad pain in the stomach, if you complain of a bad cough, if you run a high temperature and have a bad cold, or if you suffer from high or low blood pressure, I think you should go to the doctor. The doctor will examine your throat, feel your pulse, test your blood pressure, take your temperature, sound your heart and lungs, test your eyes, check your teeth or have your chest X-rayed. After that, he will advise some treatment, or some medicine. The only thing you have to do is to follow his advice.
Speaking about doctor's advice, I can't help telling you a funny story. An old gentleman came to see the doctor. The man was very ill. He told the doctor about his weakness, memory loss and serious problems with his heart and lungs. The doctor examined him and said there was no medicine for his disease. He told his patient to go to a quiet place for a month and have a good rest. He also advised him to eat a lot of meat, drink two glasses of red wine every day and take long walks. In other words, the doctor advised him to follow the rule: "Eat with pleasure, drink with pleasure and enjoy life as it is." The doctor also said that if the man wanted to be well again, he shouldn't smoke more than one cigarette a day. A month later the gentleman came into the doctor's office. He looked cheerful and happy. He thanked the doctor and said that he had never felt a healthier man." But you know, doctor," he said, “it's not easy to begin smoking at my age.”
（1）The writer thinks that .
A.health is more important than wealth
B.work is as important as studies
C.medicine is more important than pleasure
D.nothing is more important than money
（2）The doctor usually tells his patient what to do .
A.without examining the patient
B.after he has examined the patient
C.if the patient doesn't take medicine
D.unless the patient feels pain
（3）The underlined part means “”.
A.he was feeling better than ever
B.he wasn't a healthy man
C.he was feeling worse than before
D.he will be well again
（4）From the last sentence of the passage, we learn the man before the doctor told him not to smoke more than one cigarette a day.
A.was a heavy smoker
B.didn't smoke so much
C.didn't smoke
D.began to learn to smoke
（5）Which of the following is NOT true?
A.The doctor usually tests his/her blood pressure when a person is ill.
B.The man told the doctor he couldn't remember things.
C.The man thanked the doctor.
D.The man didn't follow the doctor's advice.

Fear of Puberty(青春期)

When young people get to puberty, it causes the physical and mental changes that can bring stress and even fear to them. 1

Consider how often you worry about it. If it regularly happens more than twice a day, it’s time that you started taking the problem seriously. You should look out for feelings of panic when you think about puberty. You may have frequent stressful dreams or feel depressed when you notice changes in your body. 2 By identifying them, you can start to do something about them.

3 If you have had a happy childhood it’s natural to feel sad that it’s coming to an end. Many aspects of adult life can be fearful, but remember that you don’t have to face them all at once.

Apart from these, some teenagers worry about putting on weight or feel discomfort with how people treat them or feel their body doesn’t fit them. Remember that this fat is usually temporary. 4 If you feel stressful, find help from your teachers.

Besides parents, teachers and school medical staff, there are a number of other places where you can seek help. ____8___ Your doctor can provide support on body issues and you can insist on seeing the doctor alone if that makes it easier.

You are not alone in your feelings. There are ways to deal with many of the specific problems puberty can cause. The sooner you seek help, the sooner /span>it will get better.

A. Get into the habit of focusing yourself.

B. You should know the source of your stress.

C. These feelings shouldn’t be a cause of worry.

D. You may feel grief at the passing of childhood.

E. Exercise and healthy eating will help you rid it sooner.

F. You can turn to Childline at any time of the day or night.

G. Knowing your feelings better can make it easier to deal with them.

How exciting it is to visit China! China can offer what appeals to every visitor, 1 given the population, the crowds can be an issue.

Before getting on the plane, train, or bus, learn from these mistakes to avoid the crowds and make the __2__ (much) of your holiday.

There are certain 3 (date) throughout the year when the entire country takes a vacation at the same time. If you travel in China during one of these ＂golden weeks＂, you can expect never-ending lines, 4 (crowd) public transportation, and seas of strangers appearing in the background of your photos. So it is important to get familiar with the dates 5 (minimize) your travel stress.

Of course, any trip to China wouldn’t be complete without seeing major cultural landmarks like 6 Great Wall, or the Forbidden City. However, there are so many worthwhile places to experience 7 may not be listed in your tour book.

Also, with a family to travel together, 8 (wake) up early can be a challenge. Do your best to wake up early and take your breakfast to go; it’s worth it. Getting to an 9 (attract) early will allow you to experience it __10__ (full) without the hindrance(妨碍) of a large crowd.

【题目】阅读理解
When I was a little girl, I remember that when my dad was repairing something,he would ask me to hold the hammer,so we would have time for a conversation with each other.I never saw my dad drinking or taking a night out. All he did after work was taking care of his family.
I grew up and left home for college and since then,my dad had been calling me every Sunday morning.And when I bought a house several years later,my dad painted it by himself in the fierce summer heat.All he asked was to talk to him,but I was to busy in those days.
Four years ago,my dad visited me.He spent many hours putting together a swing for my daughter.He asked me to have a talk with him,but I had to prepare for a trip that weekend.
One Sunday morning we had a telephone talk as usual.I noticed that my dad had forgotten some things that we discussed lately.I was in a hurry,so our conversation was short.Several hours later that day I received a call.My father was in the hospital.Immediately I bought a plane ticket and on my way I was thinking about all the occasions I missed to have a talk with my dad.By the time I arrived at the hospital,my father had passed away.Now it was he who did not have time for a conversation with me.I realized how little I knew about my dad,his deepest thoughts and his dreams.
After his death I learned much more about him and even more about myself.All he ever wanted was my time. And now he has all my attention every single day.
（1）When the author was a little girl, she.
A.liked playing on the swing
B.often talked with her father
C.was good at repairing things
D.learned to take care of her family
（2）When at college, the author.
A.received a call from her father every Sunday morning
B.phoned her father every Sunday morning
C.asked her father to call her every Sunday
D.asked her father to talk with her
（3）Why did the author fail to have a talk with her father four years ago?
A.She had got tired of talking with him.
B.She was busy painting her house.
C.Her daughter asked her to play.
D.She was busy planning a trip.
（4）When did the author begin to regret missing the talks with her father?
A.After her father's sudden death.
B.Many years after her father's death.
C.On her way to the hospital to see her father.
D.As soon as she got the news that her father was ill.

Would You Pay To Eat In A Dumpster(垃圾箱)?

Most of us don’t reach for that gnarled(多瘤的) carrot when selecting our produce at the local supermarket. That’s exactly why Americans waste up to 40% of edible food every year. This unbelievable number has sparked the ＂ugly food＂ movement, inspiring many companies to sell ugly fruit and vegetables to consumers, rather than throwing them in the trash.

One San Francisco organization is taking a unique approach. The Salvage Supperclub hosts fancy dinners inside dumpsters where they serve dishes entirely prepared with food that would have otherwise gone to waste.

Josh Treuhaft, founder of these ugly food dinners, originally came up with the idea to bring about the awareness of America’s food waste problem. ＂There is undeveloped potential in their food that for some reason, not to their own fault, is going to waste,＂ he told Seeker’s Laura Ling.

Treuhaft isn’t alone in his effort to reduce America’s food waste. A change.org petition last year called for Whole Foods to become part of the ugly food movement. They sold misshapen fruits and vegetables in Northern California stores.

Selling imperfect produce is still relatively rare right now, which can be partially attributed to a supply issue rather than a lack of willing participants. Raley’s, a Sacramento-based grocery chain, started an ugly food pilot program called ＂Real Good＂, but discontinued it after 90 days saying they had ＂some challenges sourcing the product＂. A grower might have large amounts of ugly produce one year due to terrible weather, but much less the next year if the weather is better. Harvests constantly vary and retailers are more likely to buy ugly produce in large number rather than just a few pounds at a time.

This is why organizations like the Salvage Supperclub are playing an important role in the prevention of food waste. The Salvage Supperclub takes it a step further by not only buying the ugly produce, but turning it into a good dining experience as well.

【题文1】What does the underlined words ＂edible food＂ in Paragraph 1 refer to?

A. Healthy food. B. Expensive food.

C. Food suitable to eat. D. Food grown locally.

【题文2】Why does the Salvage Supperclub have dinners inside the dumpsters?

A. To share their fancy ideas. B. To warn people not to waste.

C. To show waste should be reused. D. To advise people not to throw dumpsters.

【题文3】What’s Josh Treuhaft’s advice to reduce America’s food waste?

A. People should make full use of ugly food.

B. People should join in the ugly food movement.

C. People should be more aware of food shortage.

D. People should develop their potential in producing food.

【题文4】What makes Raley’s stop its ＂Real Good＂ after 90 days of its operation?

A. Lack of sources of product. B. Retailers’ pursuing larger profit.

C. Bad harvests due to bad weather. D. People’s unwillingness to buy imperfect produce.