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Task 1

About seven years ago,we were hosting a get-together at home.I tried tomy mother.However,as I wasmoving everything closer to the table,the marble chakla(擀面杖)out of my hand,fell hard on the floor and broke into several pieces.

A few days later,as we sat down for tea,Ifelt bad and thus I brought it up again but she said， “Don'tit;what's done is done.”When asked how long she had it,shesaid， “It belonged to my mother.” Her mother,a person shetalked about！My mother didn't have anyof her mother.Her mother had passed away when mom was an infant（婴儿）,and she wasby her grandmother and stepmom.

As my mom and I sipped（小口喝）tea that day,shenothing about her past.Focused on making mebetter,she just said,“Let it go.” Even now when Iabout this,tears well(涌出)up.If I was in herthere would have been anger.

As I recall this now,I feel like her so properto this sums up who she is.Someone who goes through the ups and downs in life always can focus on what's happening right instead of what went wrong.

1.A.please B.surprise C.follow D.assist

2.A.nervously B.hurriedly C.carelessly D.occasionally

3.A.struggled B.climbed C.slipped D.reached

4.A.obvious B.unnecessary C.regretful D.uncertain

5.A.embarrassed B.disappointed C.uncomfortable D.horrible

6.A.body B.shoulder C.hand D.head

7.A.excited B.nervous C.sorry D.disappointed

8.A.quiet B.angry C.upset D.calm

9.A.took away B.covered up C.dealt with D.picked up

10.A.even B.still C.also D.almost

11.A.search for B.turn to C.worry about D.glance at

12.A.casually B.seriously C.weakly D.coldly

13.A.constantly B.sometimes C.regularly D.rarely

14.A.expectations B.memories C.images D.trails

15.A.educated B.supported C.raised D.accompanied

16.A.shared B.asked C.forgot D.recalled

17.A.look B.behave C.rest D.feel

18.A.talk B.think C.hear D.care

19.A.position B.situation C.place D.state

20.A.reaction B.attitude C.solution D.approach

Task 2

For the love that shaped my childhood and still cocoons（把……紧紧包住）me today,I can never repay my grandfather or my father.

I feel the back of my grandfather's roughtouch my jaw gently today as he used to when he was stillwhen I was only a child.

In the 40's,my great-grandfather bought aHe used it in his office at the familyrestaurant and when hemy grandfatherstarted using the desk.

When the familywas sold,the deskwasto my grandparents'house inNormandy.Later,my father decided to move thedeskand begin using it.When he didso,he looked through the drawers of the deskandan envelope.

The second script bore my grandfather's handwriting:

In 1972,on the eve of my departure fromFrance to Canada,I hadmy grandparentsand given my beloveda wildflower,aschildren will.He lovinglyit and put itin an envelope.

Today,I received proof that the people in our hearts,even if their travels take them to heaven,ca ntouch us in the most surprising ways.Today,Ithe back of my grandfather's rough fingers touchmy jaw as he used to when I was only a child,when he was still alive.

1.A.arms B.nails C.legs D.fingers

2.A.stubborn B.innocent C.healthy D.alive

3.A.fixed B.received C.passed D.gained

4.A.recognized B.realized C.evaluated D.claimed

5.A.Thankfully B.Gradually C.Carefully D.Hopefully

6.A.brother B.father C.mother D.sister

7.A.road B.ship C.mail D.traffic

8.A.book B.wallet C.bag D.envelope

9.A.desk B.chair C.bed D.computer

10.A.took away B.passed away C.put away D.passed by

11.A.factory B.business C.restaurant D.element

12.A.attached B.supplied C.applied D.moved

13.A.again B.far C.fast D.slowly

14.A.bought B.found C.invented D.created

15.A.controlled B.intended C.visited D.affected

16.A.uncle B.aunt C.grandma D.grandfather

17.A.made B.eyed C.dried D.pressed

18.A.ever B.still C.away D.just

19.A.feel B.shake C.think D.replace

20.A.gently B.calmly C.firmly D.fully

Task 3

It was the middle of December years ago.A light snow was falling outside but I didn'tI was getting ready to head to my daughter's college to bring her home for the

I tried pulling out again and again but could onlyspinning tyres.With my heart pounding in my chest,I prayed，“God,I really need yourright now！”I tried to pull out again and miraculously（奇迹般地）the car started toIt felt as if it was almost beingout of the ditch.By the time I reached the college,the sun was out.Imy daughter and slowly headed home.When we arrived,the dogs greeted us happily at the door and I could see the Christmas tree lights blinking（闪烁）brightly.I could feel warmth around me and within me as well.

1.A.hesitate B.refuse C.mind D.fear

2.A.winter B.holiday C.joy D.pleasure

3.A.almost B.already C.even D.only

4.A.worried B.anxious C.annoyed D.depressed

5.A.therefore B.otherwise C.however D.moreover

6.A.updated B.wrong C.scary D.doubtful

7.A.damaging B.approaching C.touching D.covering

8.A.falling behind B.moving back C.going forward D.speeding up

9.A.interesting B.tough C.easy D.special

10.A.avoid B.match C.repair D.try

11.A.progressed B.varied C.improved D.worsened

12.A.Suddenly B.Instantly C.Occasionally D.Accidentally

13.A.careless B.irresponsible C.inexperienced D.knowledgeable

14.A.remaining B.adjusting C.relaxing D.pausing

15.A.striking B.contacting C.meeting D.hitting

16.A.hear B.watch C.attain D.create

17.A.comfort B.encouragement C.assistance D.inspiration

18.A.drive B.move C.leave D.operate

19.A.made B.taken C.pulled D.pushed

20.A.saw off B.picked up C.figured out D.ran across

Task 4

Madison Williams was studying in her bedroom when the door burst open.It was her mother,Leigh Williams,with a horrific“A little boy fell into a septic tank (化粪池),and no one canhim.”Then she made thisof her 13-year-old daughter:“Can you help?”

Madison quickly surveyed theShe was the only one who could fit through the small hole.Withoutshe got on her stomach next to the opening,placed her arms out in front of her,and told the adults,“ 11 me in.”

1.A.announcement B.evidence C.experience D.story

2.A.find B.reach C.approach D.comfort

3.A.sentence B.appeal C.request D.description

4.A.ran B.walked C.jogged D.travelled

5.A.frustrated B.despair C.crazy D.worried

6.A.protecting B.admiring C.surrounding D.evaluating

7.A.larger B.wider C.rounder D.longer

8.A.jumped B.broke C.slipped D.burst

9.A.situation B.accident C.environment D.likelihood

10.A.permission B.difficulty C.instruction D.hesitation

11.A.Put B.Lower C.Let D.Drop

12.A.reached for B.knocked into C.got through D.lifted up

13.A.feel B.contact C.drag D.hug

14.A.access B.touch C.acquire D.grasp

15.A.nice B.vague C.obvious D.unique

16.A.difficultly B.forcefully C.tightly D.casually

17.A.shouted B.agreed C.responded D.turned

18.A.work B.order C.control D.trouble

19.A.moving B.breathing C.shaking D.sensing

20.A.foods B.drinks C.fluids D.mucks

Task 5

“Is your doctor around?”

It was around 3pm when a woman in her late 40's came to our clinic,for the doctor.I told her that he was no longerand then she showed me a piece of paper,that she came from one of the government hospitals where her mother was then treated.She said she wasby their doctor to see our consultant.Seeing heron her face,I asked her to sit and we talked.

I was wondering how I could help hermy eyes caught the paper she wasand noticed it was crumpled (弄皱).Now I knew what I couldher,so I went to my drawer,grabbed （抓）a brownand gave it to her saying, “Ma'am，this is for you,it's theI can offer.I hope this will help.”She smiled with tears in her eyes saying, “Oh,thank you very much.”And then sheto tell her sad stories and continued crying.I wasto tell her this,“Ma'am,take yourto the Lord,and leave it there.”I cannotwhy I said that because I got thatfrom a song I used to listen to.She smiled again and said a few words,and then went her way.I feel blessed for that tiny moment with her.I just hope that I made her world a little better.

1.A.applying B.searching C.inquiring D.waiting

2.A.responsible B.available C.dependable D.comfortable

3.A.expecting B.ensuring C.finding D.indicating

4.A.referred B.sent C.allowed D.required

5.A.anxiety B.horror C.disappoint D.discomfort

6.A.interview B.exchange C.encounter D.expression

7.A.experience B.goal C.routine D.story

8.A.still B.also C.ever D.even

9.A.sigh B.talk C.laugh D.reflect

10.A.particularly B.especially C.specially D.exactly

11.A.Instantly B.Fortunately C.Occasionally D.Suddenly

12.A.holding B.reading C.possessing D.preparing

13.A.tell B.present C.offer D.convince

14.A.box B.envelope C.bag D.shelter

15.A.last B.worst C.best D.slightest

16.A.started B.stopped C.refused D.pretended

17.A.reminded B.forced C.impressed D.stressed

18.A.dreams B.burdens C.expectations D.tears

19.A.prove B.believe C.repeat D.explain

20.A.line B.lesson C.word D.theory

Task 6

Years ago,when we first went to Canada,we were driving through Montana to Colorado with our two young children.We thought we'd find a motel on the way without making aAs it was getting late,we started looking for a motel,to find out that all the motels were booked.around 9 pm,we stopped at a gas station to fill up on gas.My husband asked for abook and told the woman at the counter that we wereto find a motel.She told us it would beHe tried for 15 more minutes.When he wasthe woman,Linda,said she and her family lived nearby and that we could spend the night at her home.

My husband was surprised at her offer ofShe called her son tous,since she had to hold the fort（守住） at the gas station until midnight.a pick-up truck arrived and weit.When we reached their mobile home,her husbandus.He took out two sleeping bags for the children.He invited us to have coffee and chat while wehis wife.She came past 12 am.We asked if we couldin the morning so as not to disturb them.They said we were nowand we'd have to have breakfast with them.

Next morning,we woke up to a table set for breakfast.Around the table were many people and we werethat they would take in a family of totalfrom a different country.We ate breakfast,and when we weremy husband asked if he could offer someBut they said no.Then we left.We kept infor many years.Over the years,we lost touch,but have never forgotten their kindness.

1.A.difference B.reservation C.schedule D.analysis

2.A.just B.almost C.even D.only

3.A.Eventually B.Instantly C.Appropriately D.Punctually

4.A.text B.story C.phone D.map

5.A.managing B.struggling C.deciding D.failing

6.A.unnecessary B.inconvenient C.improper D.impossible

7.A.unsuccessful B.impatient C.hesitant D.frustrated

8.A.employment B.recommendation C.hospitality D.admission

9.A.supervise B.direct C.instruct D.accompany

10.A.Immediately B.Suddenly C.Finally D.Soon

11.A.followed B.made C.took D.accepted

12.A.joined B.accepted C.greeted D.assisted

13.A.talked about B.waited for C.related to D.cheered up

14.A.drive away B.stay up C.leave behind D.slip away

15.A.guests B.relatives C.acquaintances D.families

16.A.excited B.convinced C.amazed D.pleased

17.A.colleagues B.strangers C.friends D.neighbors

18.A.insisting B.wandering C.starting D.leaving

19.A.payment B.service C.advice D.solution

20.A.line B.check C.touch D.mind

Task 7

After I graduated from college I struggled to find work.Ieverywhere but no one was interested in hiring me.I was able to find a job in a group home fodisabled adults.It wasn't easy work.We werethe feeding,dressing and safety of our clients (客户).We had to keep them on a schedule,take them to theirjobs,and help them to control theirwhen they acted out.It was a difficult job emotionally and I really wasn'tfor it.

One of our clients was a young man who couldn't talk and wouldact out when frus trated.He didwalking outside,so the otherwould often have me take him for a walk up the road tohim down.One day when we were out walking,Ifelt something touching my fingers.The young man wasto hold my hand.Instead ofit away,I took his hand in mine and we walked along together in the sunshine.Then as weto head back to the home I saw it.There was a light shining in his eyes.It was full ofand goodness.In that moment I saw who he really is！

Little did I know that there would be such a chance to helpme for my own two sons'autism(自闭症).It would help me see thethat lay within them as well.It would help me learn thatthem was not a duty but an honor.

1.A.consulted B.begged C.hunted D.applied

2.A.Accidentally B.Eventually C.Hopefully D.Quickly

3.A.physical B.emotional C.mentally D.professional

4.A.responsible for B.worried about C.strict in D.familiar with

5.A.appointed B.targeted C.limited D.supported

6.A.feelings B.behaviors C.moods D.attitudes

7.A.eager B.grateful C.ready D.suitable

8.A.frequently B.occasionally C.forcefully D.scarcely

9.A.oppose B.report C.suggest D.enjoy

10.A.neighbors B.clients C.workers D.families

11.A.turn B.bring C.break D.calm

12.A.suddenly B.instantly C.constantly D.obviously

13.A.struggling B.intending C.trying D.happening

14.A.taking B.pushing C.putting D.carrying

15.A.continued B.changed C.desired D.turned

16.A.joy B.respect C.surprise D.warmth

17.A.promise B.persuade C.prepare D.exchange

18.A.thought B.light C.luck D.energy

19.A.looking for B.thinking about C.cheering up D.caring for

20.A.teach B.give C.tell D.convince

Task 8

When I was young,like you,I had a dream.But my dream wasn't like that of ankid.It was to be the best tennis playersimply the best“female”one in the world.I had a family encouraging me to follow my dream.I learned how important it is toa dream and to dream big.My fight began when I was three and I haven't taken asince.

Buttoo often,mostwomen are not supported or arefrom choosing their path.I hope it could be changed.For me,it was a（n）of resilience(坚忍)．What others marked asabout me—my race,my gender（性别）—I accepted as fuel for my success.I never let anything or anyoneme.I controlled my future.

When it comes to equal pay,it frustrates meI know first-hand that gender differences exist.I wouldwant my daughter to be paid less than my son for the same work.Women have tomany barriers to success.One is that we are constantlywe are not men.People call me one of the “world's greatest female athletes”．Why don't they say LeBron is one of the world's best male athletes?We should never let this goWe should be judged by ourbut not gender．

For everything I have achieved，I am tohave experienced the highs and lows that comesuccess.I hope my story will be a(n)for women to fight for their dreams.We mus to dream big,and in doing so,we en-able the next generation of women to bein their pursuit.

1．A.ambitious B．excellent C．average D．energetic

2．A.instead of B．regardless of C．other than D．more than

3．A.Hopefully B．Fortunately C．Obviously D．Generally

4．A.make up B．set up C．care for D．push for

5．A.risk B．leave C．break D．chance

6．A.defended B．excused C．discouraged D．dismissed

7．A.thought B．question C．moment D．idea

8．A.disadvantages B．concerns C．qualifications D．personalities

9．A.ignore B．attack C．comfort D．limit

10．A.although B．because C．unless D．if

11．A.ever B．even C．never D．just

12．A.break down B．take after C．lay aside D．put away

13．A.informed B．reminded C．assured D．criticized

14．A.unchallenged B．unpunished C．uncompleted D．uncontrolled

15．A.looks B．positions C．backgrounds D．achievements

16．A.superior B．grateful C．indifferent D．preferable

17．A.with B．through C．from D．beyond

18．A.intention B．inspiration C．solution D．expectation

19．A.pause B．agree C．promise D．continue

20．A.expert B．enthusiastic C．brave D．learned