Who do you think was the most important woman of the past 100 years?

Jane Addams (1860 - 1935)

Addams helped the poor and worked for peace. She created shelters, education opportunities and services for people in need. In 1931, Addams became the first American woman to win the Noble Peace Prize.

Rachel Carson (1907 - 1964)

Rachel Carson was born in the rural river town of Springdale, Pennsylvania in America. The popular 1962 book "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson made people realize the dangers and the harmful effects(影响) of pollution on humans and on the world's lakes and oceans.

Angela Merkel (1954 - )

In 2005, Germans chose Angela Merkel as their first woman head of the country. She had been a scientist in the past. As Germany's leader, she has had an effect on the whole world.

Sandra Day O' Connor (1930 - )

When Sandra Day O' Connor finished her class at Stanford Law School, in 1952, she could not find work because she was a woman. However, she became the first woman to join the U.S. Supreme Court (最高法院) in 1981 after years of hard work.

Margaret Thatcher (1925 - )

In 1979, Margaret Thatcher became Britain's first woman Prime Minister (首相). She served until 1990, which made her the first British leader to serve three terms in a row. Because of her high standards and strong will, people called her Britain's Iron Lady.

Marie Curie (1867 - 1934)

Polish-born scientist Marie Curie discovered that some types of metal give off energy called radiation (辐射能). Her research led to new medical treatments and arms. She received the Nobel Prize in physics in 1903 and in Chemistry in 1911.

1.Who once won the Nobel Prize?

A. Jane Addams and Marie Curie B. Jane Addams and Margaret Thatcher

C. Marie Curie and Angela Merkel D. Marie Curie and Rachel Carson

2.We can infer from the text that Rachel Carson worked to _______.

A. help the poor B. spread geographic knowledge

C. protect the environment D. protect the rights of women

3.What do Angela Merkel and Margaret Thatcher have in common?

A. Both of them were scientists before coming to power.

B. Both of them are the first woman head of their country.

C. Both of them are famous for being strict.

D. Both of them have worked for three terms.

4.Who once failed to find a job?

A. Jane Addams. B. Sandra Day O’Connor C. Rachel Carson D. Margaret Thatcher

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

A. Ways to Success. B. Famous Scientists.

C. Strong Leaders. D. Great Women.

When you're a teenager,it seems that every time you say “I want to…”,someone answers “No,you can't.” Also,no part of your life is safe from the prying(窥视的)eyes of your parents.15-year-old Debbie says,“My dad always wants to know where I am,and what time I'm going to be home.”Most parents do that.Do they have to know everything? They (C)________ give us more freedom.Young people further complain that their parents do not respect them.When something goes wrong,more parents just don't believe in their children.Without asking why,they think their kids are wrong.And not many parents allow their kids ________(choose)for themselves.Yes,it is true that your parents sometimes treat you like a little child.But remember that not too long ago you were really a child.Your parents still remember those childish mistakes that you used to ________(make).They want to protect you though you do not want them to do so.

So,if you want to get more freedom,please try to understand your parents and do not lie to them.尝试一种更友好的方式。If you want them to allow you to stay out late,don't just say,“All the other kids (D)________ stay out late.” Tell them as much as you can about what you want to do and where you'll be and why it's important for you to stay out late.Then they (E) ________ just say “yes”.

根据短文内容,完成下列任务

任务一:根据英文释义及首字母提示拼写单词。

1.(1)a________:to let or permit

(2)m________:a wrong opinion,idea or act

任务二:文中(A)、(B)处用括号内所给单词的适当形式填空。

2.________ ________

任务三:同义句转换,每空一词。

3.Tell them as much as you can about what you want to do and where you'll be and why it's important for you to stay out late.

Tell them ____ ____ ____ ___ about what you want to do and where you'll be and why it's important for you to stay out late.

任务四:请将情态动词can,should,might还原到文中(C)(D)(E)处。

4.________ ________ (E) ________

任务五:将画线句子翻译成英文。

5.________.

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