We are in a world full of competition. Our parents compete (竞争) with others in their offices, our brothers and sisters compete with others in their colleges, and we compete with our classmates in school. Many of us give up in the face of competition and will never be successful. ①can’t, others, why, we, do, better, than One important reason is that we have no self-confidence (自信).

In fact, everyone is born equal. You can do what others do. Although your classmates may be better than you in some ways, you may be better than them in other subjects. So everyone has his or her own advantages. Don’t look at things from a single (单个的) point of view. Try to discover your own advantages, and believe that you can do better than others in those ways.

Competition is not so terrible. Don’t be afraid of it. And don’t be afraid of those classmates who are better than you. ②Remember that self-confidence is the first step to success. Believe in yourselves, and you will be successful one day.

任务一: 1. Are we living in a world full of competition?

任务二: 2. How can you improve your self-confidence according to the passage?

任务三: 3. 将①处画线部分单词连成一个完整的特殊疑问句。

任务四: 4. 将②处画线部分译成中文。

任务五: 5. What’s the main idea of this passage?

A

Do you feel a little sleepy after lunch? Well, that’s normal (正常). Your body slows down then. What should you do about it? Don’t drink coffee! Instead, take a nap (打盹).

It’s good to have a daily nap. First of all, you are more energetic after napping. You remember things better and make fewer mistakes. Also, you can learn things more easily after taking a nap. A nap may improve your self-confidence (自信) and make you more active. It may even cheer you up. But, there are some rules you should think about taking a nap.

First, take a nap in the middle of day.

Next, a 20-minute nap is best. If you sleep longer, you may fall into a deep sleep. After waking from a deep sleep, you will feel worse. Also, you should set an alarm clock. That way, you can fully relax during your nap. You won’t have to keep looking at the clock so you don’t sleep too much.

Now, the next time you feel sleepy after lunch, don’t get stressed. Put your head down, close your eyes, and take a nap.

1.It is normal to get sleepy for you at noon after       .

A．breakfast          B．lunch             C．dinner            D．supper

2.After taking a nap, you may feel more      .

A．stressed          B．energetic          C．sleepy            D．friendly

3.The proper (合适的) time for taking a nap is       .

A．as long as you like                       B．eight hours

C．about twenty minutes                    D．all day and night

4.What can help you have a fully relaxing nap according to the passage?

A．A cup of coffee.                        B．A quick meal.

C．An alarm clock.                         D．Having a dream.

5.What is the text mainly about?

A．Why and how to take a nap.

B．Rules to improve your self-confidence.

C．How to make fewer mistakes.

D．When to take a nap.

下面是一份生活方式自我评价表, 请在符合自己实际情况的选项方框中打√  (可以多选；此处不计分)。根据你的选择和问题提示, 以“My lifestyle” 为题写一篇不少于80个词的英语短文。（注意：短文中不得出现考生的姓名、学校及其他相关信息, 否则不予评分。）
问题提示(短文须包含下列要点):
1. Something about your lifestyle according to the self-assessment.
2. What do you think of your lifestyle?
3. How should you improve your lifestyle?

If you are studying English, the Language Study Fair (游乐会)that is being held this month will certainly attract you. The fair is going on between the 28th and 30th of June at the National Education Centre. It is held to answer all your questions about self-study no matter how your English is.

The Language Study Fair gives a very good chance for you to see and to get all kinds of information to help you improve the way you study. Over 350 producers of educational materials (材料)will be at the fair. Come along to this, and you won’t waste your money in the future on materials that are out-of-date, or books that you just don’t need.

We’ve got lots of different things for you to see and hear. There will be stands (展台)showing different kinds of self-study textbooks and talks by educational speakers on the best ways to study by yourself. We’re sure you’ll also enjoy watching people using the latest computer programs to make studying English alone so much easier. This is for you to make good decisions about what to buy. You can come to the fair from nine thirty to five. Tickets cost ￡5 each, or ￡3 if you’re a full-time student. All tickets can be booked by ringing the ticket hotline. The number is 9847711.

So, we hope to see you there!

1.Who will go to the Language Study Fair?

2.What will attract those who go to the Language Study Fair ?

3.What will you buy if you want to make studying English much easier?

4.What is the opening time of the fair ?

5.How can you get a ticket for the fair ?