If it wasn't for her bucket list, Mirgain says she might never have known the pleasure of standing at top of one of the world's most famous mountains. “Bucket lists are helpful in that they are a way of listening to your inner wisdom（智慧）.” She say，“It’s so easy to get caught up in the day-to-day jobs, to-do lists, doing chores and the like—you may not see your inner need.”

One study found that participants who wrote down their goals finished more than those who didn't. Other positive psychology research suggests that finishing goals like that is important for a satisfying life.

For Mirgain, who added Kilimanjaro to her list after receiving a postcard sent from the mountain by a group of women she had met who were climbing it, it wasn't so much the act of writing down her bucket list that helped her stick to it, as it was keeping it someplace noticeable. “I keep pictures of my top bucket list things on my fridge,” she says, “When I finish something I take that photo down and put it on another board in my home, along with a photo of myself at that place.”

Mirgain said excitedly. “It’s great to finish your bucket list.” she says, “To work toward something you wanted to experience or achieve gives you a confidence and can change your opinion of the world.”

【1】In order to achieve her goal, Shilagh Mirgain______.

A.toured many places

B.had years of preparation

C.missed many important things

D.spent a lot of money on the things needed for the hiking

【2】Why should we make a bucket list?

A.It makes our work in order.

B.It helps others notice our intelligence.

C.It encourages us to follow our heart.

D.It can keep us away from daily chores.

【3】What is especially important for Shilagh Mirgain to stick to her goal?

A.Joining a group.

B.Her unshakable confidence.

C.Getting reminded of her goal often.

D.Encouragement from like-minded women.

【4】What is the text mainly about?

A.The life story of a great woman.

B.How to have great achievements.

C.Why we should listen to our inner wisdom.

D.The importance of making a bucket list.

A. Do what you are told to do.

B. Remember parents are important.

C. Do things with your parents.

D. How can your parents believe you?

E. Respect them more and value these moments.

F. Tell them you love them.

Nowadays, more and more teenagers can’t get along well with their parents, some even fight with their parents from time to time. That’s too bad. Even if you think that your parents cannot understand you at times, loving your parents is a normal and satisfying part of life. You love them for the fact that they created you and raised you. Here are some ways to love your parents.

【1】 You can use these moments to learn from them when you’re off on your own. It’s OK to be angry, but angry actions don’t help you or your parents. Act calmly, cool off, keep a diary about your feelings, or talk to a friend. After this, show your feelings to your parents.

【2】 It depends on what you do. For example, if you get home late without calling first, next time your parents may not believe you. To get their trust, you must pay attention to the ways you do things instead of fighting with them. It will make your life much easier.

【3】 You can watch TV, or go somewhere with them. Anyway, spend as much time with them as you can. You can go hiking together, your parents will get to know that you have the ability to deal with different problems, and they will understand you more. Listen to their old stories and learn from them. You will find they are your teachers in one way or another.

【4】 A gentle “good morning” and “I love you” will warm the coldest heart every morning. Remember that they brought you into the world. Without your parents, you might still wander at an unknown corner in an unknown world.

【5】 It will help you to get more respect from them. It may seem like you are going through hell when you don’t get what you want or you have to clean the room when you aren’t willing to do that at that moment. However, you had better remember they keep you comfortable when it’s cold, raining, snowing, or too hot. Understand that parents are human beings and they make mistakes, too.

【1】Don’t easily follow a fashion, my boy. Being y________ is the best rule.

【2】It’s not n________ for a child of his age to be so quiet.

【3】-Mum, would you mind w________ for me for another two minutes? I’m ready soon.

-Of course not. Take it easy, baby.

【4】She has a h________ of playing with her hair when she’s nervous.

【5】The two cars are very similar in size and design. I really don’t know which one to c________.

【6】We need f________ students to finish the work, seventeen girls and twenty-three boys.

【7】Jack, the sun has r________. Get up and have breakfast quickly.

【8】It’s important for us to believe in ourselves on the way to s________.

【9】Could you give me some a________ on baby care?

【10】To our s________, they finished the work so wonderfully in such a short time..

【1】What age can join the club?

A.Younger than 10.B.Between 10 and 17.C.Older than 17.

【2】When do club members meet?

A.On Monday afternoon.

B.On Saturday morning.

C.On Sunday afternoon.

【3】What will club members learn to do next week?

A.Make a dish.B.Write a story.C.Build a bridge.

【4】How can people get more information?

A.By speaking to the host in person.

B.By making a phone call.

C.By going to the radio station.

【1】Who will go to Chile with the man?

A. His parents.B. His friends.C. His sister.

【2】Where is the hotel?

A. It’s beside a river.

B. It’s in a forest.

C. It’s near the ski center.

【3】How long will the man stay in Chile?

A. For a week.B. For half a month.C. For a month.

【1】Why won’t the woman watch tonight’s concert?

A.She has no interest in it.

B.She saw it last weekend.

C.She has no ticket.

【2】Where is the woman now?

A.In France.B.In America.C.In China.

【3】What does the man advise the woman to do?

A.Do some painting.B.Visit a museum.C.Attend a party.

【1】照顾她姨妈是她分内的事。

It’s her duty to _____ _____ her aunt.

【2】我认为学好英语是一件容易的事情。

I think_________ _________ _____ ______English well.

【3】安娜和我都对这部电影不感兴趣。

____Anna ___________ I am interested in this film.

【4】请把它拿近点，以便让我可以看得更清楚些。

Please bring it nearer_____ _______I may see it better.

【5】这家面包店每天都要制作大约 100 个蛋糕。

About 100 cakes _____ _____ in this bakery every day.

【6】你知道他们昨天去了哪里吗？

Do you know _____ _____ _____yesterday?

【7】今天的天气好热啊！

______ ________ __________day today!

【1】The man wants to s_____his house because he will move to another city next month.

【2】Mr. Li is b_____ these days. I don’t think he has time to help you.

【3】My grandma’s birthday is coming. We have decided to hold a p_____ for her.

【4】Don’t d_____ the dirty water. It’s bad for your health.

【5】Reading is my favourite h_____. I usually spend 2 hours reading books every evening.

【6】Just wait a minute. I’ll finish my homework very s_____.

One clear reason is that a well-chosen book can give you a lot of wonderful words, as long as you have a good dictionary, of course. Believe me; it’s far easier to get new words from a book or an article than it is from the TV or the Internet.

But another more important point is that books give you something that the Internet cannot. The general webpage (网页) is picture-heavy and the text is as easy to read as possible. While “easy” may attract (吸引) you, unluckily it’s not helpful for any long-term development of reading skills and the general language level. Because of that, reading on the Internet can’t take the place of reading books.

But perhaps the best reason is that just choosing what you read and doing it independently means that it’s something you do by and for yourself. You can choose what you want to read. It’s hard work, but you’ll find that what once seemed like a duty is now a pleasure.

【1】Does the writer advise people to read books in their holidays?

【2】What can people get from a well-chosen book?

【3】What’s the general webpage like?

【4】How many reasons for reading a book does the writer mention in the passage?

【5】What does the writer want to tell us in the passage?

Do you know how to choose a good book you’ll really like? Here are some tips.

Start with Your Interest. 【1】 You can choose something that you love to read, not for school. They can be computers, or fashion design.

What’s your Type? Do you prefer fiction or nonfiction (or both)? Fiction books, like novels, can lead you to another world. Nonfiction books give you the who, what, when, and why of something. 【2】

Many of them read like novels from start to finish.

Read the Description. The quotes on the back and inside covers of many books give you an idea of what the book is about. They can also help you choose future books, too. If you find a book you really like, take a minute to read the quotes and see which authors praised the book. 【3】

Find a Family Favorite. Which book did your mother love best when she was at your age? 【4】

Find out and give them a read — then you can share your thoughts about the book.

Finally, you’ll probably enjoy what you’re reading a lot more if you find a quiet place and make time for the book. 【5】 You can put on some good music, get yourself some tea and let yourself be carried away by the book. You’ll see that time does fly when you’re reading something you love!

A. How about your brothers and sisters?

B. They tell stories using facts — but that doesn’t mean they’re boring.

C. Most reading is best enjoyed when you can focus on it.

D. Often, they’ll have similar styles and you might find books you like by those authors, too.

E. Reading on your own isn’t like reading for school.