Do you know how to prepare for and survive a major earthquake? According to Department of Conservation scientists, it is important to have the right answer to that question.
How to Be Prepared
Electricity, water, gas and telephones may not be working after an earthquake. The police and fire departments are likely to be tied up. You should be prepared to fend for yourself at least three days,preferably for a week. You’ll need food, water and so on. It’s also a good idea to decide ahead of time how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake. You might choose an out-of-the-area friend or relative that family members can call to check on you.
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If you’re indoors, stay there. Get under a desk or table. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you’re in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator. If you’re outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you. If you’re driving, move the car out of traffic and stop. Avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses.
After an Earthquake
Check for fire. If you smell gas, shut off the main gas valve(阀). If there’s sign of damage to electricial wiring, shut off the power at the control box. If the phone is working, only use it in case of emergency(紧急情况). Avoid driving if possible to keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles. Be careful that things may fall out of cupboards when the door is opened, and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with just a touch. Listen to the radio for important information and instructions. Remember that aftershocks, sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right, generally follow large quakes. If you leave home, leave a message telling your friends and family your location.
【小题1】
The underlined phrase“tend for’’ in the second paragraph probably means“ ________’’

How can you get along with classmates, especially the ones that are really difficult to deal with? Firstly, if someone does something that offends you, take a moment to relax and just breathe (呼吸) before you relax. You can take 3 deep breaths and count to ten while you breathe in and out, and this will help to calm the nervous system. Giving yourself time to think will also help you make a good decision and avoid making the situation worse.

Secondly, you can get along with others by exercising. Exercise can develop your muscle and self-confidence. Take an exercise class at school and communicate with your classmates during the class. This is a great way to get to know them better.

Thirdly, if you have a problem with some of your classmates, talk to them about it. Discuss some ways you can make your relationship better. For example, if you have a neighbor that likes to copy homework off you, talk to this person about doing their own work.

Fourthly, to avoid disagreement in the relationship, you need to communicate with your classmates effectively. When your classmates are talking to you, take the time to actually listen to what they’re saying. Give them your full attention by looking into their eyes and repeating some of the things they’re saying. This way, you’ll be closer to them and this could develop into a great friendship.

Last but not least, to get along with your classmates, you may, need to make a few changes to your personality (性格). If you’re having trouble getting along with others, you must get at the root of the problem. You don’t have to completely change who you are, but you need to be willing to change.

In a word, be true to who you are, give your classmates respect and make friends with them, and you’ll get along well with them.

Do you feel so nervous in exams that you have trouble writing answers to questions that you knew just the night before?

   If so, you likely have a case of test anxiety.

   But don't fear. By recognizing the problem, you are taking the first step towards overcoming it.

   Believe it or not, a touch of nervousness can sharpen your mind, allowing you to perform more quickly. This is because under stress, the body gives out the hormone adrenaline (肾上腺素) which prepares it for something important that will happen. However, too much anxiety can result in sleeplessness, loss of appetite before tests, and poor performance. Some people might feel hot or even sick.

   If you worry a lot or are a perfectionist, you are more likely to have trouble with test anxiety. Those who have prepared poorly for a test or have had negative experiences taking tests may also experience test anxiety.

   When you feel a storm of anxiety coming on, stop what you're doing and make your mind a blank. If possible, actually tell yourself to "STOP!" This will get your mind off the stress.

   Then think of being at a place of comfort and let your body relax. As you continue the test, find questions you know the answers to and answer them first. This will help gain your confidence.

   Talk to yourself using positive language. Make it a habit to replace each negative thought with a logical reason. For example, "I've studied hard and I know the material, so I'm ready to do the best I can." Another thing you can do is to learn to accept mistakes. In fact, they can be valuable learning opportunities.

   Last but not least, start test preparation early — three to five days ahead of the quiz or test. After all, good study habits and skills — for example, time management and note-taking — will give you the feeling that you are in control.

1. According to the text, people who ______ are more likely to have trouble with test anxiety.

A. worry a lot or are perfectionists                     B. prepare poorly for a test

C. have failed in tests before                       D. all of above

2. Which of the following is NOT the way to beat nerves according to the author?

A. Stop what you are doing and try to relax.       B. Talk to your teacher or friends.

C. Make a full test preparation early.           D. Learn to accept mistakes.

3. The underlined word “it” refers to ______.

A. the stress                                                 B. the body                 

C. the mind                                                D. the hormone adrenaline

4. What would be the best title for the text?

A. What is test anxiety                                    B. Why we have test anxiety 

C. How to deal with test anxiety                     D. Develop a positive attitude

Do you know how to prepare for and survive a major earthquake? According to Department of Conservation scientists, it is important to have the right answer to that question.

How to Be Prepared

Electricity, water, gas and telephones may not be working after an earthquake. The police and fire departments are likely to be tied up. You should be prepared to fend for yourself at least three days,preferably for a week. You’ll need food, water and so on. It’s also a good idea to decide ahead of time how and where your family will reunite if separated during a quake. You might choose an out-of-the-area friend or relative that family members can call to check on you.

________

If you’re indoors, stay there. Get under a desk or table. The kitchen is a particularly dangerous spot. If you’re in an office building, stay away from windows and outside walls and do not use the elevator. If you’re outside, get into the open. Stay clear of buildings, power lines or anything else that could fall on you. If you’re driving, move the car out of traffic and stop. Avoid parking under or on bridges or overpasses.

After an Earthquake

Check for fire. If you smell gas, shut off the main gas valve(阀). If there’s sign of damage to electricial wiring, shut off the power at the control box. If the phone is working, only use it in case of emergency(紧急情况). Avoid driving if possible to keep the streets clear for emergency vehicles. Be careful that things may fall out of cupboards when the door is opened, and also that chimneys can be weakened and fall with just a touch. Listen to the radio for important information and instructions. Remember that aftershocks, sometimes large enough to cause damage in their own right, generally follow large quakes. If you leave home, leave a message telling your friends and family your location.

1.

The underlined phrase“tend for’’ in the second paragraph probably means“ ________’’

2.

Which of the following would be the best subtitle for the third paragraph?

3.

What should you do when an earthquake happens?

4.

What will probably happen after a big earthquake?

Do you love your family? Then May 15, the International Day of Families, was a good day to celebrate! The United Nations started this special day in 1994. it wanted people to know how important families are. If all the families on Earth could be happy, then the whole world would be a more peaceful place.

What makes a happy family? Our readers say it’s understanding!

Zhao Wei, 15, girl, Harbin Lianzhong Middle School: “My parents seldom fight with each other. I quarrel with them sometimes. They think I should not make friends with some kids who think they are bad. I think I’ve grown up and can make my own decisions. But most of the time, my parents are right. To me, family is like a soft sofa. I can be very comfortable on it!”

Wu Hao, 14, boy, Nanjing Foreign Language School: “My family is not rich. When I was a small child, other kids had a lot of good stuff (东西) but I didn’t. I asked my parents why. They told me that we didn’t have much money. I began to understand my parents then. I will do part-time jobs when I enter college. That way my parents won’t have to work so hard. Family is like a nest. It’s warm and safe.”

Zhang Xun, 15, boy, Hefei No 45 Middle School: “I’m a naughty boy who doesn’t study very hard. My parents always talk to me about this and they get very angry sometimes. I hope they won’t get angry when they talk to me. And I should behave well and be a good boy. My family is like my basketball. I love playing basketball. It makes me happy.”

46. People have celebrated the International Day for _________ years.

A. more than 19   B. about 15   C. less than 15    D. just 8

47. The United Nations started the International Day mainly _______.

A. to amuse people                B. to get people to know families are important

C. to make people a peaceful world   D. to make people who have families happy

48. Zhao Wei sometimes quarrels with her parents because _______.

 A. she has grown up                B. she enjoys making friends with kids

C. they stop her from making friends   D. her parents are always right

49. Wu Hao will _________ when he enters college.

A. do part-time jobs to make his parents relaxed

B. make his family warm and safe

C. work to buy a lot of good stuff

D. do part-time jobs to get some money

50. Zhang Xun _______.

A. likes his family very much

B. likes his family if his parents let him play basketball

C. hates his family because his parents don’t like him

D. hates his family because his parents always get angry with him