【题目】 Attending college can be expensive, and applying to college can be costly as well. With today’s college application fees averaging around $ 80, you can expect to spend hundreds of dollars on college before you are even accepted into a school.

One of the easiest ways to save money on college application fees before you begin applying is to narrow down your list of schools. To save money, try to limit the schools to which you apply to about 2-3 reach schools and 2-3 safety schools.

At some schools, being a relative of a graduate can secure you a free application. If you are applying to a school where one of your parents or grandparents is a former graduate, check to see if you’ re qualified for it.

Research the preferred method of applying for each school on your list. Some schools offer free online applications, yet charge a fee for paper submissions. This is because online applications save schools the cost of employing a staff member to physically enter the application information.

Several states, such as Michigan and North Carolina, take part in College Application Week, where many schools in the participating states cancel their application fee for the week. Be sure to contact the schools to I j which you are applying to see if they participate in College Application Week and when the program takes place in that state.

Apply for early admission. If you have already decided on which college is your top choice, consider applying under an Early Action or Early Decision admission program. If you are accepted, you won’t have to submit application fees to other schools.

For more information regarding college applications and the fees associated with them, contact your high I school advisor or the admissions department at your school(s) of interest.

1The passage is mainly written to______.

A.introduce famous universities in the United Stales

B.show some practical ways to apply an ideal college

C.advertise for successful applications and advisors

D.offer tips to save money on college application fees

2What does the author advise to do in the second paragraph?

A.Write down your favorite universities.

B.Reduce the number of your university choices.

C.Apply to two universities each time.

D.Mind your safety when applying to college.

3Some schools offer free online application to______,

A.receive fees faster than beforeB.employ someone else to work

C.cut down the cost of employmentD.enter the application information

4It can be known from the passage that______,

A.application fee might be canceled conditionally

B.many countries attend College Application Week

C.applying for early admission is the best policy

D.admission departments determine your future

【题目】A good hiking trip should be planned out ahead of time. Whether it is a hike on a mountain trail(路线)or through the woods, an enjoyable hiking trip can easily turn into a dangerous situation if safety is not considered well. North Mountain State Park recommends hikers consider the following tips before hitting any trails:

Make a copy of your itinerary to give to a family member or a friend. Make sure that someone close to you knows where you are and how long you will be gone.

Wear a good pair of hiking boots or strong athletic shoes. The right shoes will keep you safe, warm, and comfortable.

Prepare for various types of weather conditions. Check the forecast before you leave; take along sunglasses and extra clothing (e.g., a hat and /or a jacket for a day hike).

Pack plenty of food and water. Consider how long your hike will be and pack accordingly.

Pack basic and essential supplies. Bring a first-aid kit(急救箱), a flashlight, a pocket knife, a map of the area (if available), and a compass. You may need other supplies, such as matches, depending on the length of your hike.

Determine what time the sun sets. This information is available in most local newspapers. Most people become lost after nightfall, so it is important to know this information in advance.

Stay on properly marked trails. Stay on established trails to decrease the chances of becoming lost. Staying on established trails also lowers the risk of doing harm to rare and endangered plants.

Carry a whistle. Using a loud whistle is a good way to call attention to your location if you get lost.

Keep an eye out for wildlife. Do not approach animals in the wild, even if they seem friendly.

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission (WSPRC) manages a diverse system of more than 120 parks. The 90-year-old park system, which receives nearly 48 million visits a year, ranks 4th nationally in day-use attendance, 10th in overnight attendance, and the WSPRC has a smaller budget than most states.

1The underlined word “itinerary” in Paragraph 2 probably means ________.

A. a goal B. an address

C. a phone book D. a travel plan

2According to the text, if hikers ignore what time the sun sets, they might________.

A. have difficulty finding supplies B. need extra clothing

C. be attacked by wild animals D. become lost

3According to the text, hikers are advised __________.

A. to bring friendly animals home B. to use loud whistles

C. to set up camps D. to take new trails

4What can we learn about WSPRC?

A. It’s only accessible during summer months.

B. It’s operated very well.

C. It provides trails and wildlife protection.

D. It provides search and rescue services.

5The purpose of the text is to _______.

A. attract people’s interest in the park

B. explain the hiking routes

C. explain how to be safe when hiking

D. introduce various kinds of parks to visitors

【题目】How Laughing at Yourself Makes You Attractive

Have you ever embarrassed yourself in public and got laughed at for it ?1And it’s okay—we should even have a laugh about them.

● Laughing at yourself means accepting who you really are. You may feel bad about yourself because of past misfortune. However, it’s normal to be imperfect. What’s important is that you should be honest with yourself about who you are.2 You won’t be able to laugh at yourself without self-acceptance.

● Laughing at yourself helps increase your confidence. When you’re able to stay optimistic and laugh at yourself, you are likely to be more successful in life.3.More importantly, it helps you realize your own weaknesses, so you know which areas to do better in.

4.Laughing at someone else may hurt their feelings even if you didn’t intend to, while laughing at yourself does not.—You might even bring a smile to their faces. People will like it, because it shows that you have the courage to do so and you’re being real about your imperfections.

5.So instead of blaming yourself, try to think of your mistakes, in a positive way and accept yourself just as you are. Learn to laugh at yourself and you will be more attractive.

A. Laughing at yourself makes you popular.

B. Accept yourself despite your imperfections.

C. You don’t need to take yourself seriously all the time.

D. Chances are that we all have these kinds of experiences.

E. Laughing at yourself changes an ideal image of yourself.

F. Just remember that humans all make mistakes.

G. This is because laughing at yourself contributes to your mental health.

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