1、12.22号英语作业一 语法填空(10分)(一封建议信,填写并背诵。) I am sorry to hear that you are suffering _ anxietydisorders due to the great stress of studying. Here I would like to give you some suggestions about dealing with your stress. First, you ought to learn to study hard as well as relax if necessary. As an old saying
2、 _(go), all work and no play makes Jack_dull boy . When _(tire), you can go walking or doSome sports with your classmates. Secondly, _ is well known,stress is to us _ water is to fish, but do not give yourself too much stress_you may feel _(frustrate) and tired , _is bad for your health. Thirdly, I
3、think it would be_(benefit) if youcould share some of your inner emotions with your friends,parents or teachers. I hope you will find these suggestions helpful.二 阅读理解 C 用时_分钟BLOOD DRIVE & MARROW(骨髓) REGISTRATION“These patients deserve a chance at a normal, happy future and they rely on the kindness
4、of strangers to make that happen.”Daisy, Isabelles MotherIsabelle is the daughter of Daisy and Saman Mirzaei. In January 2008 Isabelle was diagnosed(诊断) with a genetic blood disorder, beta thalassemia. Isabelles body is unable to produce healthy red blood cells. As a result, Isabelle has been receiv
5、ing blood transfusions(输血) every 46 weeks since she was 11 months old. A lifetime of regular transfusions can lead to serious medical problems. Her only chance at a normal, healthy life is to have a marrow transplant. Isabelle is an only child, so doctors have started a search for an unrelated marro
6、w donor through the Be The Match Registry. The Mirzaei family asks that you consider helping patients like Isabelle by registering to be a marrow donor and give the gift of life, the gift of blood.Held at Wiley HallWednesday,_March_26,_2014Behind Heathman Dormitory/Butterfield Rd.12:00_PM6_:00_PMDon
7、t forget to bring your drivers licence or another form of identification when you donate.Visit www.ribc.org to make an appointment, Sponsor Code 3390.FREE Kingston Pizza!Marrow Donors: BE THE MATCHbe 18 to 44 years old bethematch.orgin good healthgive a swab(化验标本) of your cheek cells for marrow typi
8、ngFREEsponsored(赞助) by Michaels Fundwww.ribc.org8002838385The Rhode Island Blood Centre distributes blood products to hospitals in Rhode Island and Southern New England.65We can learn from the passage that_Athe blood drive is organized by Isabelles motherBIsabelle receives blood transfusions regular
9、lyCIsabelle has been ill for 11 monthsDdoctors will sponsor Isabelles family66To be a marrow donor, you must_Abe a relative of the patient Bcarry a drivers licenceCbe at least 18 years old Dapply to Michaels Fund67Those who want to help patients like Isabelle can _Acome to Wiley Hall every Wednesday
10、 Bvisit www.ribc.org for an appointmentCcontact their parents at 8002838385 Dcall at hospitals in Rhode Island D 用时_分钟Youve flown halfway around the world; youve sniffed out this place that nobody in Falongland or Thailand seems to have ever heard of; so what on earth is there to do here? You consid
11、er this question as you sink into an old wooden beach chair that holds you above the sand.It was a long journey from Bangkok to Huaplee. By the time you found the bus station and got yourself sorted out, it took almost as long as the flight from Falongland.Huaplee is located just south of Hua Hin, a
12、bout two hundred kilometres from Bangkok, down the west side of the Gulf of Thailand. Not many tourists find this place, and the ones that do wonder if finding it has been their purpose all along.Theres an apparent laziness that surrounds you here. Its what this place offers, and its free of charge.
13、 The small waves that tap the shoreline seem to slow everything down. You settle into your beach chair in preparation for a long rest. You sit there and watch the sea.Its early afternoon, so the cook comes out and asks what youd like to eat this evening. Before long hes rushed off to the market to b
14、uy the ingredients for whatever it was that you orderedevery meal fresh and to order. No menu here.There is no poolside noise here but just that wonderfully warm, clear blue sea. Theres no street noise. The only sounds are the murmurs of nature.For now you just count your blessings(福祉), listing them
15、 in the sand with your toe(脚趾). You dont have to worry about being late for work. You dont have to do anything.The beach to your right stretches off to the horizon(地平线), slowly narrowing to nothingness only to reemerge again on your left, now steadily widening until it covers the chair beneath you.
16、Sand to your left and sand to your right; its unbroken, endless. No start, no end, just sand, sun, and peace. Step off it, and you reenter the world of traffic, stress, work, and hurry.Normally youre the type who cant sit still for more than ten minutes, but youre on Huaplee Lazy Beach now and, in t
17、he right frame of mind, it stretches all the way around the world.“How could it take me so long to find it?” you wonder. 63. When the author first went to Huaplee Beach, _A. he found it unworthwhileB. he failed to sort himself outC. he became sensitive to smellD. he had difficulty in finding it64. W
18、hat is special about the food service at Huaplee Beach?A. No menu. B. Free food. C. Self service. D. Quick delivery.65. In the authors opinion, a tourist can enjoy Huaplee Beach most when he _A. sits in a beach chairB. forgets his daily routineC. plans a detailed scheduleD. draws pictures in the san
19、d66. What does the author imply by his question at the end of the passage?A. He shouldnt have counted his blessings.B. He should have understood the wonder of nature.C. He shouldnt have spent so much time on the trip.D. He should have come to the place earlier. A 用时_分钟Want to improve your writing sk
20、ills? New Writing South is directing the way!Towner Writer Squad(班组) for kids aged 1317Led by comedy and TV writer, Marian Kilpatrick, Towner Writer Squad will meet once a month at the contemporary art museum for 11 months, starting 12 October, 2014.The FREE squad sessions will include introductions
21、 to a wide range of writing styles, from poetry to play writing and lyrics(抒情诗) to flash fiction, to support the development of young writers.Application & SelectionIf you would like to apply to be part of the Towner Writer Squad, please send a sample piece of your writing (about 500 words), respond
22、ing to the title“LUNCH”,with your name, age, address and email address to: debo.Once all applications are in, you will be invited to an open selection event on 17 September, 45 pm, at the gallery of Towner. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the Squad Leader, Squad Associate and other youn
23、g people.You will also have a chance to get to know the fantastic gallery space and get a taste of whats to come.Deadline for applications: 8 September, 2014For further information go to: or towner.org.uk or . Any questionsfeel free to send your email to Towner Writer Squad Associate: wharnetowner.g
24、ov.uk. Beginner Writing Project for kids aged 1013Due to popular demand, a writing project will be started for eager beginners.Start time: 6 September, 2014Meet every other Saturday,24 pm, at the Towner Study Centre.Study and write at your own paceyou do not have to rushas you have a year to go thro
25、ugh the project. Practise under the guidance of some experienced writers and teachers who can help you with basic writing skills. Most importantly, build confidence and have fun while writing!No previous experience or special background is required. Many others have been successful this way. If they
26、 can do it, why cant you?Fee: 179For more information go to: newtowner.org.uk or generate.org.uk.56. Towner Writer Squad will be started _A. to train comedy and TV writersB. to explore the fantastic gallery spaceC. to introduce a contemporary art museumD. to promote the development of young writers5
27、7. To join the Writer Squad,each applicant should first _.A. provide a piece of their writingB. meet the Writer Squad LeaderC. offer their family informationD. complete an application form58. Applications for the Writer Squad should be emailed no later than_A. 6 September, 2014B. 8 September, 2014C.
28、 17 September, 2014D. 12 October, 201459. What is most important for the beginners?A. Practising as much as possible.B. Gaining confidence and having fun.C. Studying and writing at their own pace.D. Learning skills from writers and teachers.60. More information about Beginner Writing Project can be found at _A. B. C. newtowner.org.ukD. towner.org.uk