And every week he cleaned Old Man McColgin’s chicken house in exchange for manure. The smell really burned the inside of your nose. When we complained about the terrible smell, Dad said the stronger the manure, the healthier the crops, and he was right. For example, just one of his cantaloupes filled the entire house with its sweet smell, and the taste was even sweeter.

As the vegetables started coming in, Dad threw himself into cooking. One day, armed with a basket of vegetables, he announced he was going to make stew. Dad pulled out a pressure cooker and filled it up with cabbages, eggplants, potatoes, corns, onions and carrots. For about half an hour, the pressure built and the vegetables cooked. Finally, Dad turned off the stove, the pot began to cool and the pressure relief valve sprayed out a cloud of steam. If we thought Dad's pile of chicken manure was bad, this was 10 times worse. When Dad took off the lid, the smell nearly knocked us out.

Dad carried the pot out and we opened doors and windows to air out the house. Just how bad was it? The neighbors came out of their houses to see if we had a gas leak!

Determined, Dad filled our plates with steaming stew and passed them around it didn't look that bad, and after the first wave had shut down my ability to smell, it didn't offend the nose so much, edible, and we drank up every last drop of soup!

【1】What can we infer about Dad’s stew?

A．It is popular among the neighbors.

B．It contains honey and vegetables.

C．It looks very wonderful.

D．It tastes quite delicious.

【2】What does the underlined word “offend” in the last paragraph mean?

A．To attract. B．To upset.

C．To air. D．To shut.

【3】What can we learn about Dad from the text?

A．He is an experienced cook.

B．He is a troublesome father.

C．He has a positive attitude to life.

D．He suffers a lot from his disability.

The 【3】 (two) is a power-free fridge. It 【4】 (invent) by a farmer from France. To keep fruit and vegetables fresh for three weeks, only two clay 【5】 (pot) and some wet sand are used.

Scientists say that studies of natural plastic have been completed and that 【6】 (vary) plastic materials will be produced 【7】 (immediate). The natural plastic will be made from beans, thus 【8】 (mean) less rubbish.

Last but not least, it has been announced that 【9】 new kind of washing machine has been developed. Clothes are cleaned without liquid soap or washing powder. It is believed 【10】 the new products will sell well in the future.

【1】 When you’re in a daydreaming state of mind, you can imagine or pretend your own version of events.

“My most creative moments come when my brain is allowed to rest” says Megan King, a designer. But she is addicted to her smart phone. 【2】 According to Nielsen, Americans spend 10.5 hours a day consuming media. And UK residents are close behind at almost 10 hours a day, according to eMarketer.

【3】 This may seem a small change, but its effect, on the way our minds work and on our collective creativity could be serious. 【4】

Over years of studies, researchers have found that our brain has two separate attention systems — an external one and an internal one. The internal attention system, which is activated(激活）during daydreaming, is called the default network(默認(rèn)網(wǎng)絡(luò)).

The default network is particularly active when we are thinking about ourselves, thinking about the past, thinking about the future. 【5】

If both systems can’t be active at the same time and we’re spending 10 hours a day in one attention system, it begs the question: what is that doing to our brains — and our ability to come up with creative ideas?

A. Daydreaming is the opposite of our dreams.

B. This extended screen time has made some of us uncomfortable sitting alone with our own thoughts.

C. Daydreaming is how we access our big-picture state of mind.

D. In fact, it could be preventing your ability to come up with fresh, creative ideas.

E. We can’t really have both attention systems active at the same time.

F. People spend too much time on screen suffer from headaches.

G. She's not alone.

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。

My old classroom was interesting because three side of the classroom were made from glass. I enjoyed sit close to the windows and looking at the view. On the left-hand side of the class, I could easy see the football field. In the mornings, it was full of students exercising. The view from the back of the classroom is also splendid. Close to the school there was a beautiful park with many trees around them. Farther in the distance, I could not enjoy the view of snowy mountains. On the right side of the class was the road. I was always interested to see the drivers in hurry in the morning. The position of the classroom with its view made me felt like I was dreaming. If I was only a child when I studied in that classroom, I will never forget it.

Hundreds of people suddenly found themselves in the dark without water, electricity, air conditioning, telephones, the Internet, and television. They found themselves cut off from the modem world enduring uncomfortable heat.

The most amazing thing happened, however, as the reality of the crisis sank in: it brought out the best in us. While there were a few acts of selfishness and stealing they were covered by the wave of love that came from the hearts of so many.

People shared their food, ice, and gas. People who still had power opened their homes to those who had none. People rushed out to clear roads and homes. Selfless power crews worked around the clock to repair the damage and restore electricity. People gathered to talk, share hugs and offer words of hope and faith that God would see them through it all. Strangers came together as one family to help each other in this time of great need.

It was such a joy seeing all these people acting like true Children of God under the most trying circumstances. Life's disasters often strike all of us. No one is spared. We all get hurt and challenged. How we respond to them, though, is up to us. We can let them bring out the worst or the best in us. We can react to them like demons of selfishness or like angels of love.

May you always bring the best from your heart and soul to whatever life may throw at you then May you live all of your days here with so much love that Heaven sings and God smiles.

【1】How were the community and state affected by the storm?

A. Power lines were restored. B. People were blocking the roads.

C. Electricity supply was cut off. D. The unbearable heat killed people.

【2】Why did the reality bring out the best in people?

A. Because there were no acts of selfishness and stealing.

B. Because people were busy repairing the damaged roads.

C. Because Children of God got all of people together here.

D. Because people are only too ready to help others selflessly.

【3】What docs “trying” in paragraph 5 mean?

A. easy. B. difficult.

C. convenient. D. comfortable.

【4】What suggestion does the writer give when it comes lo difficulties?

A. Throw your heart to life.

B. Leave your soul to demons.

C. Face difficulties with love.

D. Choose whatever you like.

A．particular B．enthusiastic

C．cautious D．casual

A．curiosity B．habit

C．ability D．independence

Last weekend our school held a sports meeting. 【1】 (Realize) it was our last high school sports meeting, we decided to make it an unforgettable experience for all of us.

We first attended the opening parade, for 【2】 our class had made a lot of 【3】 (prepare). 【4】 our excitement, our parade performance was a great success. After the parade, the games started. My classmates attended 【5】 (vary) events such as running, high jump and long jump. Due to the hard training they 【6】(do) before, their performances were very 【7】 (impress). On the stand, my classmates applauded and cheered for the athletes, some 【8】 (raise) their cameras to capture the exciting moments. Finally, the result 【9】 ( announce). It was amazing that our class won the second place. Our efforts paid off! Cup in hand, we took a picture together.

I believe this sports meeting will remain a precious memory for all of us 【10】 time goes by.

Tap Mun

Located north of the Sai Kung island, Tap Mun is home to a remote fishing, community with a population of less than a hundred. Tap Mun is also widely known as Grass Island, and it’s easy to see why — this 1.7sq km island is an expense of grassy hill populated by wandering cows, a perfect scene to set a milk advertisement.

Tap Mun is highly sought after as a spot for both camping and kite-flying, while also boasting several rocky beaches. For a relaxing afternoon, take a walk along the 2km footpath and slowly take in the panoramic(全景的) 360-degree view while enjoying the cool breeze.

Tung Ping Chau

For a rugged(崎嶇的) island getaway, set off for a trip to Tung Ping Chau — an offshore island sitting in splendid isolation in Mirs Bay on the northeastern side of Hong Kong. As a part of the Hong Kong Geopark, Tung Ping Chau is among the eight sites specially chosen for conservation in light of its special geological significance. Its rich marine life also led to its designation(指定) as one of Hong Kong’s four marine parks.

Po Toi

Located just three kilometers away from Hong Kong Island’s southeastern tip, Po Toi is a quiet place that will make you feel completely isolated from modern life. While just a stone’s throw away from the busy life of Hong Kong, Po Toi seems to be miles away from the busy city life.

Take a leisurely stroll (閑逛) along the main path on the island, as you approach a lighthouse located on the sides of the cliff. Along the way, do not miss the dramatic and unusual rock formations as you are amazed by the glory of the famous Turtle Climbing up the Mountain, Monk Rock, and Palm Cliff.

【1】Which of the following is NOT true about Tap Mun?

A. It is located close to southeastern HongKong.

B. There are fewer than a hundred people living there.

C. It is also famous as Grass Island.

D. You can see many cows on its hills.

【2】If you are interested in geology, _____ is the best choice.

A. Tap Mun

B. Tung Ping Chau

C. Po Toi

D. Sai Kung

【3】If you go to Po Toi, you will _____.

A. enjoy the busy life of Hong Kong

B. see many milk advertisements

C. find dramatic and unusual rock formations

D. appreciate its special geological significance

內(nèi)容包括：1.了解當(dāng)?shù)厣�活�?xí)慣；

2.與美國同學(xué)多交流，多交朋友；

3.多參加戶外活動，學(xué)習(xí)與人交往的禮儀。

注意事項：1.詞數(shù)100左右；2.可以適當(dāng)增加細(xì)節(jié)，以使行文連貫。

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