Genzeb Tibeb is very bright. At only 11 years old, her future is looking promis

Genzeb Tibeb is very bright. At only 11 years old, her future is looking promis

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Genzeb Tibeb is very bright. At only 11 years old, her future is looking promising.  She is ranked 2nd Out of 56 students at her govemment school in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia where she has been seleeted for a special program because of her talent. She knows she is special and proudly shows off her certificate and book signifying her accomplishments in this special program.
But her future hasn"t always looked so bright. While her mother, Bekelech, sacrificed immensely for Genzeb, she would not have been able to continue sending her to school. When her husband died, Bekelech was the sole provider for their five children. In order for them to survive, she began the daily routine of walking approximately 8-10 miles a day collecting sticks to sell near her 8" x 10" home in Kichene.  It wouldn"t have been long before Genzeb would have been, forced to quit school in order to help her mom.    But Bright Future changed all that.
Genzeb has been at Bright Future for 3 years.  Since Ethiopian schools let out early, Genzeb walks to the facility right after lunch.  Because of her high ability, she even helps teach the younger children there, building confidence and locking in important foundational academic skills. There"s also other meaningful opportunities Genzeb experiences which allow her eyes to be opened to the different opportunities that are available to her if she completes her studies.  Field trips are one of her most favorite activities of all. She especially loved the one to Addis Ababa University.
She knows it goes beyond fun trips, though. "I am happy because I get extra help for school from Bright Future," Genzeb shares.  At so many levels, her involvement with Bright Future allows her to receive a better education, which she values.  For one day she wants to help people in need by becoming a doctor.  And now she knows, that with a lot of hard  work, that dream might just become a reality.
小题1:What does the underlined word¨sole" in the second paragraph    probably mean?
A.importantB.mainC.unableD.only
小题2:According to the text, what is the major factor that can help Genzeb Tibeb continue  her school?
A.Bright FutureB.Her talent.
C.Her motherD.Her school
小题3:From the text we can leam_______.
A.Genzeb Tibeb quitted school for several years.
B.Genzeb Tibeb was admitted into a famous university,
C.Genzeb Tibcb was involved in Bright Future activities.
D.Genzeb Tibeb had to earn a living by herself.
小题4:According to the taxt, what is Bright Future probably?
A.A student training centerB.A scholarship organization
C.A government schoolD.An orphanage organization
小题5:Which of the following things didn"t Genzeb Tibeb clo on Bright Future ?
A.Collecting and selling sticks.
B.Teach younger kids there.
C.Lock in academic skills.
D.Take part in field trips.

答案

小题1:D
小题2:A
小题3:C
小题4:B
小题5:A
解析

试题分析:文章讲述了一个天资聪颖的女孩Genzeb Tibeb在遭遇到家庭不幸之后,人穷志不短,最后终于在一个学术组织中Bright Future得到了很好的发展和提升的故事。
小题1:根据第二段第2行When her husband died,Bekelech was the sole provider for their five children可知丈夫死后,她一个人抚养五个孩子,故sole的意思为only。
小题2:根据第二段最后两句...forced to quit school in order to help her mom. But Bright Future changed all that可知正确答案。
小题3:从最后一段At so many levels, her involvement with Bright Future allows her to receive a better education, which she values 可知选答案C
小题4:从第三段Because of her high ability, she even helps teach the younger children there, building confidence and locking in important foundational academic skills可知正确答案为B
小题5:从第二段可知,A选项是Genzeb Tibeb在进入Bright Future 之前所做的事情,故选A。而BCD答案均是她在Bright Future所做的事情。
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Whenever we hear about “the homeless”, most of us think of the Developing World. But the    26     is that homeless is everywhere. For example, how many of us would expect to see people living on the streets of a    27    country like Germany?
Kurt Muller and his wife Rita have spent eleven years making    28   for the homeless of Berlin, Germany’s capital. They first    29     one long hot summer when most Germans were     30     on holidays. Kurt and his wife stayed at home, made sandwiches,  31    a table in the street and gave food to the homeless.
The Mullers soon realized that food and clothing weren’t   32  . “What these people also need is warmth and    33  ,” says Rita. The Mullers didn’t    34    to give their phone number to the street people and told them to phone anytime. Rita    35   there was somebody at home to answer the phone and their home was always    36   to anyone who couldn’t face another night on the street.
The couple were soon    37   all their time and money, so Kurt visited food and clothing companies to   38  donations. Today, over thirty companies   39   donate food and other goods to the cause and volunteers help to   40   them to the homeless. The public also give clothes and money and a shoe producer   41  new shoes.
Kurt and Rita receive no   42    for their hard work.. “We feel like parents,” says Rita, “and parents shouldn’t    43    money for helping their children. The love we get on the street is our salary.” Though Rita admits she often gets   44   , she says she will continue with her work because she likes the feeling of having made a  45   in the world.
小题1:
A.result B.truthC.reason D.idea
小题2:
A.traditional B.developing C.typical D.wealthy
小题3:
A.preparations B.housesC.meals D.suggestions
小题4:
A.began B.met C.called D.left
小题5:
A.asleepB.alone C.acrossD.away
小题6:
A.brought upB.set upC.put aside D.gave away
小题7:
A.enoughB.necessaryC.helpfulD.expensive
小题8:
A.fameB.freedomC.courageD.caring
小题9:
A.hesitateB.agreeC.pretendD.intend
小题10:
A.make senseB.found outC.make sure D.worked out
小题11:
A.openB.crowded C.noisyD.near
小题12:
A.costing B.wasting C.taking D.spending
小题13:
A.pay for B.ask for C.look into D.carry out
小题14:
A.completely B.calmlyC.regularly D.roughly
小题15:
A.advertiseB.sellC.deliver D.lend
小题16:
A.donatesB.produces C.designs D.collects
小题17:
A.permissionB.payment C.directionD.support
小题18:
A.borrowB.raiseC.saveD.expect
小题19:
A.surprised B.excited C.tired D.amused
小题20:
A.profitB.difference C.decisionD.rule

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China is a land of bicycles. At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country. Back then everyone seemed to be riding a bicycle. Millions of them, all black. Cars were rare. Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year, I’ve found the opposite is true. There are millions of cars. However, people still use their bicycles to get around. For many, it’s the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in different colors---sivler, green, red, blue, yellow, whatever you want.
It’s fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads, move skillfully through traffic, and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about that cars just can’t provide.
Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture, I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started home.
My first ride home was orderly (守秩序的). To be safe, I stayed with a “pack” of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times. I didn’t want to get hit. So I took the ride carefully.
Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide, so crossing took time, skill and a little bit of luck.
I finally made it home. The feeling on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people. Biking made me feel alive.
小题1: According to the author, why are bicycles still popular in China today?
A.Because they are traditional and safe.
B.Because they are convenient and inexpensive.
C.Because they are colorful and available.
D.Because they are fast and environment friendly.
小题2: The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended ______________.
A.to ride it for funB.to use it for transport
C.to experience local skillsD.to improve his riding skills
小题3: How did the author feel about his street crossing?
A.It was boring.B.It was difficult.
C.It was lively.D.It was wonderful.
小题4: Which of the following best describes the author’s biking experience?
A.The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills.
B.The author was annoyed by the air while riding.
C.The author was praised by the other bikers.
D.The author took great pleasure in biking.

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This Christmas, maybe different from previous years, a strong desire drives me to make my own Christmas gifts. Honestly speaking, I’ve promised myself this more than once. As a crafter (工匠), I’ve frequently thought I am supposed to turn it into action. However, this year I really plan to stick to it. It’s partly because I run short of money. More importantly, I’ve recently returned from an inspiring trip around Britain, collecting some information about crafting for BBC’s Newsnight.
Actually I planned the trip couples of months ago. The idea of traveling the country — making things as I went, meeting artists and craftspeople — sounded perfect to spend the summer. I’d pack a tent and a sewing machine and I’d set off. But by the time I determined my plans and hit the road, leaves made a sighing sound under foot. It seemed crazy to camp with winter on the way; Luckily, Newsnight viewers offered me accommodations in return for help with a craft task.
My tasks ranged from sewing worn-out clothes to making trousers. Textile students in Harpenden offered to pay for my petrol in return for a talk about hats. In Derby, Amy needed help to change an old pair of curtains.
I was really struck by people’s increasing enthusiasm for making things. When I asked some people if they could sew, only a few raised their hands. But when I asked who wanted to learn, nearly everyone responded positively, hoping to learn something practical.
Craft is definitely popular at the moment. But besides fashion, we’re learning to appreciate effort and quality again. Perhaps once people rediscover the pleasure to be gained from making something unique, it may stick.
Sue is director of quilts at the V&A, where next spring she’ll be putting on the museum’s first major quilting exhibition. Sue believes the return to crafting is related to how we rethink ourselves. “People, especially women, are beginning to think about the way they live their lives. It’s 40 years since the first women’s liberation(解放) conference was held in Oxford. Since then we’ve been in the workplace, and we’ve had the opportunity of choice. Now we’re carefully choosing to go back into the home.”
Whether you agree with that or not, there’s something about Christmas that brings out the artistic flavor(气息) in everyone. Whether it’s baking bread or pies or decorating the halls or rooms, we’re all prepared to have a try at any time. So if you fancy having a different and joyful party or holiday and making a few presents, try these really simple ideas, each inspired by my recent journey there. They make small and interesting gifts, and take no longer than 30 minutes each. Enjoy Christmas songs and settle down with a cup of hot cocoa, and the cold is gone. You’ll save yourself a small quantity of money and spread a little bit of love, too!
小题1:Why did the author promise to make herself a Christmas gift this year?
A.She wanted to enjoy a different Christmas.
B.She wanted to make more money.
C.She was inspired by her trip for a BBC TV program.
D.She hoped to present herself with a surprise.
小题2:The author had her plans carried out and set out for Britain in ______.
A.springB.summerC.fallD.winter
小题3:What happened during the author’s trip to Britain?
A.She met many artists and craftspeople on her way to Britain.
B.She spent a whole summer in Britain making crafts.
C.She was asked to sew clothes, and curtains and made much money.
D.Many people showed great interest in making things themselves.
小题4:According to the passage, people learn to ______ through crafting.
A.be grateful to what they have gained
B.keep up with fashion
C.stick to something interesting
D.know more information about craft
小题5:What is the author’s opinion on homemade Christmas presents?
A.Making Christmas presents can only convey a bit of your love.
B.People can find their artistic talent in making Christmas presents.
C.A cup of hot cocoa can inspire you to make a creative present.
D.It would take a long time to prepare a homemade Christmas present.

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I was watching some little kids play soccer. These kids were only five or six years old, but they were playing a real game — a serious game — two teams, complete with coaches, uniforms, and parents. I didn’t know any of them, so I was able to enjoy the game without the distractionof being anxious about winning or losing.
The teams were pretty evenly matched. I will just call them Team One and Team Two. Nobody scored in the first period. Then came the second quarter. The Team One coach pulled out what must have been his first team and put in the scrubs(替补队员), except for his best player who now guarded the goal.
The game took a dramatic turn. I guess winning is important even when you’re five years old — because the Team Two coach left his best players in, and the Team One scrubs were no match for them. Team Two packed around the little guy who was now the Team One goalkeeper. He was an outstanding athlete, but he was no match for three or four who were also very good. Team Two began to score. The lone goalkeeper gave it everything he had, desperately throwing his body in front of incoming balls, trying bravely to stop them.
Team Two scored two goals in quick succession. It angered the young boy. He became a raging maniac — shouting, running, diving. With all the strength he could gather, he covered the boy who now had the ball, but that boy kicked it to another boy twenty feet away, and by the time he repositioned himself, it was too late — they scored a third goal.
I soon learned who the goalkeeper’s parents were. They were nice, decent-looking people. I could tell that his dad had just come from the office — he still had his suit and tie on. They yelled encouragement to their son. I became totally absorbed, watching the boy on the field and his parents on the sidelines.
After the third goal, the little kid changed. He didn’t quit, but he became quietly desperate and futility was written all over him. His father changed, too. He had been urging his son to try harder — yelling advice and encouragement. But then he became anxious. He tried to say that it was okay — to hang in there. He sorrowed for the pain his son was feeling.
After the fourth goal, I knew what was going to happen. The little boy fetched the ball from the net and handed it to the referee(裁判). He just stood there while huge tears rolled down both cheeks. He went to his knees, and he cried the tears of the helpless and brokenhearted.
At that moment, I saw the father start onto the field. His wife seized his arm and said, “Jim, don’t. You’ll embarrass him.” But he tore loose from her and ran onto the field. Suit, tie, dress shoe, and all — he charged onto the field, and he picked up his son so everybody would know that this was his boy, and he hugged him and held him and cried with him. I’ve never been so proud of a man in my life.
He carried him off the field, and when he got close to the sidelines I heard him say, “Scotty, I’m so proud of you. You were great out there. I want everybody to know that you are my son.”
“Daddy,” the boy sobbed. “I couldn’t stop them. I tried, Daddy, but they scored on me.”
“Scotty, it doesn’t matter how many times they scored on you. You’re my son, and I’m proud of you. I want you to go back there and finish the game. I know you want to quit, but you can’t. And, son, you’re going to get scored on again, but it doesn’t matter. In my eyes, you are the winner! Go on, now.”
The little guy ran back onto the field — and they scored two more times — but it was okay. Now in all viewers’ eyes, he is the Winner.
When you’re all alone, and you’re getting scored on — and you can’t stop them — it means a lot to know that it doesn’t matter to those who love you. In their eyes, so long as you don’t give up, you are the winner. And they are always proud of you.
小题1:The phrase “took a dramatic turn” (Paragraph 3) can best be replaced by ______.
A.went on smoothlyB.changed greatly
C.attracted less attentionD.got interrupted
小题2:Which detail from the story can reflect the little boy’s losing confidence?
A.The lone goalkeeper gave it everything he had, desperately throwing his body.
B.He became a raging maniac — shouting, running, diving.
C.With all the strength he could gather, he covered the boy who now had the ball.
D.He didn’t quit, but he became quietly desperate and futility was written all over him.
小题3:Why did the boy’s mother try to stop her husband running onto the field?
A.She thought it would only make his son feel awkward.
B.She hoped her son could gather courage and cheer himself up.
C.She considered it useless to encourage his son at that time.
D.She knew it was not allowed when the game was still in progress.
小题4:Which words can best describe the change of the writer’s feelings when watching the game?
A.curious → anxious → grateful
B.bored → upset → delighted
C.calm → absorbed → moved
D.surprised → thoughtful → interested
小题5:Which can be seen as the climax (the most important point) of the story?
A.The boy’s going to his knees and bursting into tears helplessly.
B.Team Two’s scoring another two goals after the boy went back to the field.
C.The boy’s fighting bravely in face of Team Two’s excellent performance.
D.The father’s running onto the field and encouraging his son not to give up.
小题6:The best title for the story is ______.
A.A Proud FatherB.An Amazing Game
C.The True WinnerD.The Magical Encouragement

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A long time ago, there was an emperor. One day he told his horseman that if he could ride on his horse and 16  as much land area as he liked, he would give him the area of land he had covered.  17  enough, the horseman quickly jumped onto his horse and 18  as fast as possible to cover as much land area as he could. He 19  riding and riding, whipping the horse to go as fast as possible. Even when he was 20  and tired, he did not stop 21  he wanted to cover as much area as possible. When he at last covered a large amount of land, he was exhausted and was  22 . Then he asked himself, “Why did I 23  myself so hard to cover so much land area? Now I am dying and I only 24  a very small area to 25  myself.”
The above story is 26  to the journey of our 27 . We push ourselves very hard every day to make more 28 , to gain power or recognition. We neglect our 29  , time with our family and to appreciate the surrounding 30  and the things we love to do. One day 31  we look back, we will 32  that we don’t really need that much, 33  then we cannot turn back time for what we have 34 .
Life is not about making money. Life is definitely not about work! Work is only 35  to keep us living so as to enjoy the beauty and pleasures of life.
小题1:
A.useB.coverC.workD.get
小题2:
A.Good B.Strange C.SureD.Interesting
小题3:
A.rodeB.ranC.expandedD.struggled
小题4:
A.kept onB.asked forC.gave upD.succeeded in
小题5:
A.sadB.excitedC.confusedD.hungry
小题6:
A.butB.soC.becauseD.if
小题7:
A.sleepingB.arguingC.dyingD.smiling
小题8:
A.push B.makeC.destroyD.prove
小题9:
A.need B.have C.findD.show
小题10:
A.live B.bury C.supportD.sleep
小题11:
A.usefulB.certainC.similarD.special
小题12:
A.futureB.pastC.historyD.life
小题13:
A.friendsB.progressC.discoveriesD.money
小题14:
A.healthB.career C.honorD.freedom
小题15:
A.thingsB.conditionC.peopleD.beauty
小题16:
A.beforeB.whenC.unlessD.since
小题17:
A.realizeB.regretC.apologizeD.explain
小题18:
A.orB.untilC.howeverD.but
小题19:
A.savedB.missedC.reducedD.won
小题20:
A.possibleB.probableC.necessaryD.suitable

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