A newspaper flier

Writers! Poets! Photographers! Artists!

Our school newspaper is published monthly from September through May．

We depend on the dedicated efforts of student volunteers．This could mean you!

What Can You Do?

How Do You Join?

Turn in a letter of application and a list of any job preferences to Mrs. James.

Deadline: September 5^th.

1．The “What Can You Do?” Section is meant to _________．

    A．explain the paper's policies and procedures（程序）

    B．show example's of student-written news articles

    C．provide examples of possible newspaper jobs

    D．help students improve their writing abilities

2．A student interested in the “Reviews” section of this flier probably enjoys ________．

    A．attending different school academic events

    B．reading books and watching movies

    C．attending school athletic events

    D．taking photos and writing poetry

3．The reader may best infer that the Northfield School News and Notes ________

    A．does include materials written by teachers and staff

    B．does not charge students for copies of the paper

    C．does publish a variety of material that interests students

    D．does not allow sixth and seventh graders on the staff

4．The purpose of this flier is to __________.

    A．encourage students to write more often

    B．persuade students to buy the school paper

    C．inform students of upcoming school events

    D．get students to work on the school paper

Do not underestimate the power of revision in the days and hours before an examination. The closer you are to the exams, the more chance you have to store and retain crucial information. But do not overdo it. 53_______ An effective daily routine can help you through an exam period, so in the days leading up to your first exam, get into the habit of being up and ready to work by game. It can be a shock to the system after months of working to your own timetable to be mentally alert at that time if you have not prepared for it.

On the day of exam, have a good breakfast, pack two of everything you need (pens, pencils, erasers, etc), then make your way to the examination hall in good time. 54_______        

Once in your seat, simply pause for a few seconds and collect your thoughts. Close your eyes and take in a few slow deep breaths to help you relax. When you turn over the test paper, spend a short period reading through all the instructions and questions, paying particular attention to key verbs such as “discuss”, “compare” and “evaluate”. 55_______ It is wise always to allow for 10 minutes at the end of the exam to give yourself time to go back over your answers. Once you have selected the questions you wish to tackle, begin by attempting the one you think is your strongest. It will give you more confidence when you see a well-prepared question down on paper. Also remember to write clearly, and do not be afraid to express the unexpected :after all, examiners can get very bored marking stereotypical answers.

56 _______ If you do need something else to focus on to help collect your thoughts, choose a fixture in the room, such as the ceiling or anything else that will not allow you to be distracted.

    Finally, once you have finished, never hang around outside afterwards to attend the discussion by other students. 57_______        

A.        Do not arrive too early, though, as other people’s anxiety can be contagious, and you may suffer from undue panic.

B.        Try not to be tempted to look at those around you, or at the clock.

C.        When you get home, read the examination paper through and look up all the words you didn’t understand.

D.       Sleep, exercise and relaxation are all just as important.

E.        Map out a quick plan of points you wish to make and how much time you should spend on each question.

F.        Go and have a well-earned rest, then prepare for your next exam.

G.       Talk with parents about the exam.

Section B Task-based reading 10%
Directions:The people below are all looking for a place for different purposes. After the description of these people, there is information about six places A-F. Decide which place would be most suitable for the person mentioned in questions 61-65 and then mark the correct (A-F) on your answer sheet. There is one extra paragraph about one place which you do not need to use.

Section B Task-based reading 10%

Directions:The people below are all looking for a place for different purposes. After the description of these people, there is information about six places A-F. Decide which place would be most suitable for the person mentioned in questions 61-65 and then mark the correct (A-F) on your answer sheet. There is one extra paragraph about one place which you do not need to use.

E. Students’Working Holidays: A really cheap but healthy holiday. You can enjoy picking fruit in the heart of France. Accommodation (住宿) provided in farmhouses. All meals included. Free transportation is also provided. Why not write for further details?

F. History Tours: We offer tours to Egypt with guides. The tour includes lectures about the history of Egypt and visits to museums. Travel by coach or riverboat. Accommodation in top hotels. Tours last 2 — 3 weeks.

61.____ Mike and Susan are university students. They want to take a holiday this summer, but they don’t have much money. They are dreaming of going to France.

62.____ Bill Smith is a businessman. He is tired and needs a rest, but he does not have much time for a holiday. He wants to get away from city life and stay somewhere near the sea. He is interested in cooking.

63.____ Susan has three weeks to spend on holiday. She doesn’t like sports, and she doesn’t like relaxing on the beach either. She enjoys sightseeing and learning about foreign countries’ history.

64. ____Kelly studies Chinese in Beijing. She is interested in Chinese literature. She has some free time and would like to attend some kind of activity to learn about Chinese modern literature.

65. ____Mr. and Mrs. Wilson and their three sons like outdoor holidays. They have never tried sailing, but they would like to learn. During their three-week holiday, they want to enjoy themselves in a beautiful, quiet fishing village.

Section B Task-based reading 10%

Directions:The people below are all looking for a place for different purposes. After the description of these people, there is information about six places A-F. Decide which place would be most suitable for the person mentioned in questions 61-65 and then mark the correct (A-F) on your answer sheet. There is one extra paragraph about one place which you do not need to use.

A. Literature Camp: A group of famous writers will be present at the camp, offering studies in the development of Chinese literature from 1919 to 1949.You will visit seven museums relating to contemporary (当代的) literature.

B. Exciting Holiday Camp:You can enjoy yourself climbing, sailing and swimming taught by trained adults in a camp near a lake. All meals are provided. The camp is open throughout June, July and August, and each session lasts for two weeks. It aims at boys and girls aged 9 to 14.

C. Seagull (海鸥) Sailing Holidays: Suitable for all ages. You can learn to sail in three weeks. We offer teaching from qualified staff. Flats or apartments are provided in a beautiful, quiet fishing village. Breakfast, dinner and a packed lunch are included in the price of the holiday.

D. Grace Island Hotel: Short stays (3 —4 days) available. Famous for its excellent cooking, the hotel provides opportunities to relax and enjoy the heated swimming pool, beautiful music and top class bars and restaurants, with entertainment every night. All rooms have a sea view.

E. Students’Working Holidays: A really cheap but healthy holiday. You can enjoy picking fruit in the heart of France. Accommodation (住宿) provided in farmhouses. All meals included. Free transportation is also provided. Why not write for further details?

F. History Tours: We offer tours to Egypt with guides. The tour includes lectures about the history of Egypt and visits to museums. Travel by coach or riverboat. Accommodation in top hotels. Tours last 2 — 3 weeks.

61.____ Mike and Susan are university students. They want to take a holiday this summer, but they don’t have much money. They are dreaming of going to France.

62.____ Bill Smith is a businessman. He is tired and needs a rest, but he does not have much time for a holiday. He wants to get away from city life and stay somewhere near the sea. He is interested in cooking.

63.____ Susan has three weeks to spend on holiday. She doesn’t like sports, and she doesn’t like relaxing on the beach either. She enjoys sightseeing and learning about foreign countries’ history.

64. ____Kelly studies Chinese in Beijing. She is interested in Chinese literature. She has some free time and would like to attend some kind of activity to learn about Chinese modern literature.

65. ____Mr. and Mrs. Wilson and their three sons like outdoor holidays. They have never tried sailing, but they would like to learn. During their three-week holiday, they want to enjoy themselves in a beautiful, quiet fishing village.