【題目】My writing career began ten years ago with my articles published locally and nationally. As a beginning writer, I was happy to be on my way, writing and learning as much as I could . With two little kids underfoot, as well as working full-time, it was really difficult to make time for writing, but I managed.

Readers told me they laughed, cried or were inspired by my articles. But they didn't know what was really going on behind the typewriter. I was not a happy mommy, and found it difficult to enjoy the everyday little things in life. In short, I was not a happy person.

I realized I had to make some changes. I started walking every morning. It cleared my head, allowed me time to think, gave me fresh air, and made me feel invigorated (精神煥發(fā)） and healthy. I was eating wisely, and the weight started to go. I started a new job, joined a monthly writing chapter，and was determined to keep up my walking. Finding the balance was sometimes difficult. But I was determined to fit in writing time because it made me happy. Sure I loved to watch the news and have my tea, but that wasn't what made me truly happy.

My own happiness has shown through my family, my job performance and my attitude towards challenging situations. I again have readers telling me the effect my writing has had on them, with some able to get on with their own writing because of my articles.

It was up to me to make it happen—my own happiness. One step at a time-one word at a time. And I did it.

【1】What was a big challenge to the author according to the first paragraph?

A. Writing good articles. B. Doing well at work.

C. Finding time to write. D. Taking good care of children.

【2】Why did the author start walking every morning?

A. To be physically healthy.

B. To enjoy fresh early morning air.

C. To have more energy for writing.

D. To get back to happiness.

【3】What can we know about the author from the text?

A. Her articles had a great effect on readers.

B. She didn't enjoy making changes in her life.

C. She wasn't interested in watching TV news.

D. She couldn't find the balance between work and life.

【4】What do you think is the main idea of the story?

A. Practice makes perfect. B. Well begun is half done.

C. Time and tide wait for no man. D. Happiness lies in your own hand.

【題目】書面表達，假如你是李華，目前正在一所外國語學校讀高中。最近一段時間你比較關注美國文化，尤其對美國的節(jié)日感興趣。請你給你的美國網(wǎng)友Tom寫一封電子郵件，詢問他關于感恩節(jié)的一些情況。內(nèi)容要點如下：

1．介紹自己的近況；

2．詢問他關于感恩節(jié)的一些情況(起源、慶祝的時間和方式等)；

3．表示感謝。

注意：1.詞數(shù)100左右；

2．可以適當增加細節(jié)，以使行文連貫；

3．開頭和落款已為你寫好，但不計入總詞數(shù)。Dear Tom，

Thanks for your email last time.____________________________________________

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Yours，

Li Hua

【題目】假定你是李華，下周將有一位新外教來你班任教。你的班主任計劃舉辦一個簡短的歡迎儀式。就此請你用英語寫一篇發(fā)言稿，主要內(nèi)容包括：

1.打聽旅途情況；

2.簡介班級情況；

3.期待成為朋友。

注意：

1.詞數(shù)100左右；

2.可適當增加細節(jié)，以使行文連貫；

3.開頭語已給出，不計入總詞數(shù)。

Dear sir,

Welcome to our school._____________________________________________________________________

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【題目】假設你是李華，打算明年出國留學。請你根據(jù)以下要點提示，給你的美國筆友Lucy寫一封電子郵件。

1. 出國留學的打算（如在申請學位課程之前學習一年英語、住在寄宿家庭等）；

2. 出國留學的原因；

3. 期待與她見面。

注意：

1. 詞數(shù)100 左右（開頭已給，不計入總詞數(shù)）；

2. 可適當增加細節(jié)，以使行文連貫。

Dear Lucy,

How are you?_________________________________________________________________________

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Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

【題目】語法填空。

Paris Fashion Week

It is a clothing trade show semiannually held in Paris, France, with Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter events 【1】 (take) place each year. Fashion Week in Paris is given twice a year right after the Milan Fashion Week. Dates are fixed by the French Fashion Federation. Currently it is held Carrousel du Louver and at some 【2】 places throughout the city. Paris Fashion Week is _【3】_ of the big four fashion weeks internationally, the others being London Fashion Week, Milan Fashion Week and New York Fashion Week. They are to show the fashion industry 【4】 the various brands will be releasing and 【5】 (increase) their sales.

Paris, 【8】(regard) as a fashion capital like New York, Milan, and London, happens to be the headquarters (總部) of many top fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, Hermes, Louis Vuitton, etc. The French fashion has made an 【7】 (impress) mark on its fans by elegance and beauty. Paris's cultural diversities 【8】 (present) widely by the fact that many worldwide designers are pleased to show up with their new 【9】 (design)．

In 2014, Paris Fashion Week for Spring/Summer started from 26 June to 30 June 【10】 the Autumn/Winter event was from 24 September to 2 October.

【題目】Harvard is one of the most famous educational institutions in the world and many people want to study there. The problem is that most applicants don’t follow the advice that will most likely get them 【1】 (pick).

One of the most important things you should remember when 【2】 (apply) to Harvard is that THEY WANT YOU TO HAVE A LIFE. This is probably the main requirement after your grades. The best situation is that you are a 【3】 (nature) leader with lots of activities and active social life. Another important thing to remember is that you have to promote (推銷) 【4】 (you) but in a reasonable manner. You should be aware of your strengths and 【5】 (weak). Grades are very important but they are not everything. Try to gain a great school record from your high school years, take extra courses that are interesting, and enjoy life. 【6】 rest will come naturally.

Last but not least, let’s pay attention 【7】 the interview. You should be respectful and most importantly, show real interest in the school (not only the name). 【8】 is a matter of luck to get an interviewer who shares common interests with you. The thing with the interview is that Harvard 【9】 (receive) applications from hundreds, if not thousands of students with the same grades. This means the interview is your chance to show 【10】 you are unique.

【題目】假定英語課上老師要求同桌之間交換修改作文，請你修改你同桌寫的以下短文。短文中共有10處錯誤，每句中最多有兩處。錯誤涉及一個單詞的增加、刪除或修改。

增加：在缺詞處加一個漏字符號(∧), 并在此符號下面寫出該加的詞。

刪除：把多余的詞用斜線（＼）劃掉。

修改： 在錯的詞下劃一橫線, 并在該詞下面寫出修改后的詞。

注意：1、每處錯誤及其修改均僅限一詞；

2、只允許修改10處, 多者(從第11處起) 不計分。

At a sports meet of high school I knew Christie and we became best friend. At that time, we often spend time together. Under her help, I made great progress in my study. Last year, she decided to study in abroad. In other words, we would be separated for long time. Before she leaving , I prepared a gift to show my best wishes to him. She said it was the best gift she has ever had. Until then, we’ve kept in touch with each other through e-mails. I look forward to see her again in the near future.

【題目】as a result, break up, in danger of, according to, attach...to... ,

stand for, above all, watch over, die out, in relief,

burst into laughter, sort out

【1】The Soviet Union ________________ on December 25th 1991.

【2】The farmers there use specially trained dogs to ____________their sheep at night．

【3】The English of today is very different from the English of 500 years ago. In time, some words even _______________completely.

【4】The economyis____________collapse(崩潰)unlessthere is a revolution.

【5】What is “best friends”? You laugh; I laugh. You cry; I cry. You fall, I ______________ and then I fall too because I was laughing too hard.

【6】Workers should be paid ________________ how much work they do.

【7】I’d like to buy a house-----modern, comfortable and _______________ in a quiet neighborhood.

【8】Seeing the spoiled child was safe, the old man sighed ________________.

【9】It is unnecessary to _____________ great importance __________ this letter.

【10】He fell off the bike and hurt his legs. _________________, he had to stay away from the school for nearly two or three weeks.

【題目】

【1】The invention would have a wide range of ______________ (應用) in industry.

【2】Frankly speaking, emotional or mental problems can a____________ from a physical cause.

【3】A recent study shows that computer games have a little effect on adults，but a________ young people so much.

【4】The flood has led to the l_____________ of life.

【5】Farmers used to hunt elephants without _______________(憐憫）.

【6】World Wildlife Fund ________________(感激) very much the efforts that China has made to protect endangered species from being further endangered.

【7】Some bands are f_____________ by putting an advertisement in a newspaper looking for someone who is good enough.

【8】He is a man who loses his job but doesn't tell his family and p_____________ to go to work every day as usual.

【9】We are expected to be responsible for our work. But there always are some people who fail to ________________ (履行)their duties.

【10】At the beginning of each semester, each student has great _______________ ( 信心) in their study.

【題目】Ways to Stop Worrying

A little worrying now and then can be self-protective.【1】 But too much worrying can lead to many problems, such as reduced concentration, poor sleeping habits and the inability to handle everyday difficulties. What’s more, it may also cause physical health problems, such as high blood pressure.

Here are some tips to help you lighten up and enjoy life more.

1. Note down your worries

Writing in a worry journal helps create some distance between you and your concerns. Write down your thoughts briefly every day, perhaps the first thing in the morning, before you start your regular routine.【2】

2. Pack away your worries

【3】 Imagine tucking (塞) away your anxieties in a small box and closing the lid (蓋子). Set aside some time each day to open the box and examine your worries, but otherwise, keep it closed.

3. Share your worries with a friend

Don’t be embarrassed.【4】 Then, he or she may give you some practical suggestions. Telling someone your fears helps lift the burden of worry and gives your friends a chance to offer comforting thoughts.

4.【5】

Select a quiet spot in your home where you can focus on your worries without being interrupted (打擾). Stay there every day for 10 to 20 minutes. Make sure you maintain a strict time limit and try to avoid worrying except when you’re in your designated (指定的) “worry space”.

A. Create a personal worry space.

B. See worries from a different perspective.

C. Talk to your friend about your worries.

D. If journal writing isn’t for you, create a “worry box” in your mind.

E. Spend about 15 minutes just writing and reflecting on what is bothering you.

F. Check with your local health centre about programs to stop worrying in your area.

G. Without anxiety you probably wouldn’t lock your door at night or schedule your regular check-up.