Find out way around the British Museum, discover some of the most famous objects, and explore the unique collection.
Top tip
Some of the galleries can be very busy at peak times. If you want to avoid the crowds, try visiting these galleries.
Room 1
The Enlightenment Gallery provides an introduction to the Museum and its collections, showing how our understanding of the world of nature and human achievement has changed over time. It is divided into seven sections that explore the seven major ages. It is open daily 10:00---17:00, until 20:30 on Fridays.
Rooms 24
The Welcome Trust Gallery deals with the tough realities of life in many different ways. The displays in Room 24 explore different approaches to our shared challenges as human beings, focusing on how diverse cultures seek to maintain health and well-being. Daily 11:00---16:00.
Room 34
The John Addis Gallery houses the museum’s collection of Islamic art, which now officially forms part of the Department of Middle East. This includes objects from the earliest years of Islam to the 20th century. Available every Fri. , Sat. and Sun. at 11:30—14:00.
Room 77
Greek and Roman Architecture Gallery has an especially important collection of architecture and architectural sculpture from ancient Greek buildings. It has the earlier and later temples and the architecture on display in the room includes examples of the Corinthian and Composite orders in particular. Daily 11:00-----16:00.
Room 95
View famous blue-and-white china, which was first produced in China around AD 600. the skillful transformation of ordinary clay into beautiful objects has attracted the people across the globe. Within this gallery of almost 1,700 objects are examples of the finest china in the world, dating from the 3rd to the 20th century. Available Mon. ---Fri. at 10:30---16:00.
1.You can visit _______to know the general information about the Museum.
A. the Welcome Trust Gallery B. the John Addis Gallery
C. Room 1 D. Room 95
2.The Welcome Trust Gallery features __________.
A. the understanding of living and dying
B. the ways of keeping healthy in Britain
C. the different realities in different cultures
D. the ideas about keeping fit from different cultures
3.If you plan to visit the John Addis Gallery at 12:00, you can go on ______.
A. December 1, 2017(Friday) B. June 15, 2017(Thursday)
C. May 9, 2017(Tuesday) D. March 20, 2017 (Monday)
4.Who might prefer to visit Room 95?
A. Professional architects B. China lovers
C. Scholars majoring in religion D. Students interested in medicine
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When I was growing up,I was ashamed to be seen with my father.He was severely disabled and very_______. When we would walk together,he put his hand on my arm for_______,and people would stare.I would be afraid of the unwanted_______.If he ever noticed or was bothered,he never let_______his feelings.It was_______to coordinate（使协调）our steps,and because of that,we didn't_______much as we went along.But as we started out,he always said,“You set the _______.I will try to follow you.”Our usual walk was to or from the subway,which was_______he got to work. He went to work,despite sickness or bad weather.He almost never missed a day,and would_______it to the office even if others could not.
He never talked about himself as an object of________.Nor did he show any envy of the more fortunate or ________. What he looked for________others was a “good heart”,and if he found one,the________was good enough for him.Now that I am older,I believe that is a proper________by which to judge people,though I________don't know exactly what a “good heart” is.
He has been gone many years now,________I think of him often.I wonder if he________I was unwilling to be seen with him during our________.If he did,I am sorry for my feeling________to be with him in public and how I regretted it.I think of him when I complain about trifles（琐事）,when I am envious of another's good fortune,and when I don't have a “good heart”.
At such times I put my hand on his arm to________my balance,and say,“You set the pace,and I will try to follow you.”
1.A. strong B. energetic C. short D. handsome
2.A. balance B. strength C. comfort D. courage
3.A. care B. attention C. situation D. friendship
4.A. in B. down C. off D. out
5.A. easy B. difficult C. possible D. necessary
6.A. see B. tell C. say D. give
7.A. rule B. time C. step D. pace
8.A. how B. why C. when D. where
9.A. get B. make C. take D. walk
10.A. joy B. faith C. belief D. pity
11.A. poor B. painful C. able D. hardworking
12.A. on B. in C. at D. with
13.A. owner B. keeper C. winner D. other
14.A. method B. value C. standard D. level
15.A. already B. also C. ever D. still
16.A. so B. but C. now D. then
17.A. sensed B. smelled C. agreed D. recognized
18.A. walks B. talks C. stays D. visits
19.A. afraid B. proud C. ashamed D. disappointed
20.A. find B. refill C. have D. regain
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How do you know if the perfect house you have found is in the perfect neighborhood？When driving by on a sunny Sunday afternoon，you cannot see the true nature of the area.All too often people will fall in love with a house without taking the nearby area into consideration.This can lead to serious problems and cause you to regret the decision to buy.
Before buying a house it is wise to do some research on the area it is located in.Do you know what the crime rate is for the area？How are the schools？What is the average age of your neighbors？Is there a “party house” next door？Does the quiet street turn into a busy shortcut during the rush hour？Is there a known drug house？These things should all be considered before a final decision is made.
Making several visits to the house at various times and on different days can help you know a lot about the area.Sit in front of the house with your windows rolled down and just listen to the activity，take a walk around the block and observe the sights，sounds，and smells.Be sure to go to judge how loud things can get on a weekend evening.
You will also need to find out if the neighborhood is improving or on the decline (下降)．Are stores and services closing or have new businesses been opening up？These are things that will affect the resale value of your house.Also check with local governments to discover if any developments are planned for the area.
The best advice is not to let your heart rule your head.Do your homework, and make sure your dream house is in your dream neighborhood.
Theme | Do your homework，and ensure your 1. neighborhood. | |
Problems | ·When driving by on a sunny Sunday afternoon, you cannot see the true nature of the area. ·People don’t 2. the nearby area, which can 3. serious problems and they will regret having 4. to buy the house. | |
Ways to help you buy a desirable house | Researching the area | Before making a final decision, you should consider such factors as whether the crime rate is high, and what the ages on 5. of the neighborhood are. |
6. the house | 7. down the windows, listen to the activity, walk around the block, and so on. ·Make a 8. on how loud things can get on a weekend evening. | |
Finding out if the neighborhood is improving or declining | ·Many things will have an 9. on the resale value of your house. Check whether local governments have plans to 10. the area. | |
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Every minute and every second should be made full of the finals.
A. use；to prepare for
B. using；to prepare for
C. use；preparing for
D. used；being prepared for
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It was 3 am, a cold and wet night, on August 21, 2010. I had just left a local club to travel ten kilometers home when I lost________of my car on Grand Junction Road in Hope Valley.
I ______into a still car that was_______in front of a house, and then hit a tree. I was badly injured!______still, I had no idea that a fire had started______the bonnet(引擎盖)of my car.
___ in the car behind me was a young man, who I later found out was called Jared. He saw the accident occur and ______to help me out of the car. He put his own life in ______when he got into the back seat trying to undo my seat belt.
With my seat belt ______, Jared then broke the driver’s window to drag me out. He_______did this while my car was burning_______by the crash, the homeowners came out to investigate(调查). Jared told them to ring emergency services_______he continued to help me out of the car.
I ______my life to Jared and I consider him a good friend due to the_______bond created on the night he dragged me to safety. I was rushed to the Royal Adelaide Hospital in a _______condition, five bones broken.
I spent a few weeks in hospital, during which time Jared visited me to see how I was _____ .He also continued to contact me after I returned home. He says he doesn’t believe that he did anything special. On that, I ______disagree with him and am very glad that he didn’t get hurt in the _____.
Today, nearly seven years later, Jared and I still ______and often talk about the events of that night. Jared is my ____ and my friend.
1.A. balance B. sight C. interest D. control
2.A. got B. stepped C. crashed D. hid
3.A. kept B. parked C. found D. stood
4.A. Worse B. Luckily C. Clearly D. Badly
5.A. off B. under C. near D. beyond
6.A. Sitting B. Sleeping C. Driving D. Waiting
7.A. stopped B. failed C. happened D. hesitated
8.A. practice B. hand C. safety D. danger
9.A. renewed B. undone C. repaired D. fastened
10.A. hardly B. gradually C. bravely D. naturally
11.A. Annoyed B. Dragged C. Warned D. Woken
12.A. while B. although C. until D. since
13.A. devote B. owe C. take D. save
14.A. bloody B. social C. special D. loose
15.A. nervous B. pleasant C. normal D. serious
16.A. recovering B. operating C. struggling D. relaxing
17.A. eventually B. exactly C. totally D. probably
18.A. spot B. process C. way D. challenge
19.A. take care B. fit in C. drop in on D. keep in touch
20.A. angel B. owner C. doctor D. driver
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How to help children improve the ability to study
Children often have trouble studying because they haven't developed good study habits. Teaching your child study skills early will give those skills to become habits.1..
Create a Positive Learning Space. To increase concentration, set up a workspace for your child.2.. His or her desk should have as few distractions as possible and be well equipped with school supplies, like pencils, erasers, rulers, calculators, loose leaf paper and even a computer if your child is at a grade level where a computer is helpful or necessary. The environment should also be cheery and fun so that he or she has a good mental association with it.
Maintain a Reliable Schedule. Make sure your child studies at the same time every evening. This habit keeps children from wasting time ,and helps them focus. 3.. Most children have trouble focusing for more than an hour. Encourage your child to take a brief break can help him or concentrate more deeply when it’s time to do so.
4..Encourage your child to turn off his or her cell phone, video games and computer unless the computer is needed for the task at hand. These devices often distract children and can lead to wasting time. You should also be reasonably quiet and calm while your child is studying. Avoid noisy activities like talking loudly on the phone, vacuuming or watching television while your child is studying.
Give Positive Reinforcement(强化).Positive reinforcement is not simply a matter of rewarding good study habits or high test scores, but also of acknowledging a child’s progress no matter how small. 5..It will help to improve his or her study skills in effective ways.
A. Studies show kids and teens are more willing to study when praised.
B. A loving, caring and optimistic reaction will often be just the thing that your child needs.
C. The following tips can help your child study better.
D. Keep your child away from electronic devices.
E. If possible, only use the space to complete homework.
F. Avoid Distractions.
G. Also, let your child take a brief break every hour or so.
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Bully for you
The makers of a hotly debated computer game about bullying have decided to go ahead and put it into market despite calls for it 1.(forbid). In the game, players take on the role of a new student at a school and have to fight the bullies , by striking them or hitting them
2. a baseball bat.
Critics have said that the game encourages 3.(violent). The makers, however, disagree and say that, while the game might be a little violent at times, it is just an 4. (amuse) look at school life. Besides, they argue that the fighting in the game 5.( direct) against the bullies to protect students who are being bullied. The makers also say that the players will learn to stand up to bullies, 6. use their strength or power to hurt or frighten other people. “Nobody should bully others just because they want to feel stronger or7.(important),” said the makers.
A British politician, a former minister, has called for it to be banned as it might have 8.negative influence on the way young people think of violent behaviors.
Anti-bullying 9. (charity) that fight against school bullying have said that the game might make people respond violently to bullies, which might make things more complicated and result in injuries. In other words, people 10.(possible) get hurt because of the game.
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1.adj.有乐趣的；令人愉快的
2.n.校长
3.vt.获得；赚，挣得
4.n．& vt.尊敬，敬重
5.vt.致力于；献身
6.n.文学
7.adj.一般的，普通的；平均的
8.n.难事；斗争；努力vi.奋斗，努力；挣扎
9.adj.具有挑战性的
10.n.鼓励
11.adj.额外的，外加的
12.n.雕像，雕塑
13.n.甜点
14.n.满意
15.n．& vt.经历，体验
16.n．& vt.交换；交流
17.adj.学业的，学术的
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假如你是李华，计划和同学去敬老院（nursing home）陪老人们过重阳节（the Double Ninth Festival）。请给外教露西写封邮件，邀她一同前往，内容包括：
1.出发及返回时间；
2.活动：包饺子、表演节目等。
注意：
1.词数100左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.结语已为你写好
Dear Lucy,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Looking forward to your replay .
Yours，
Li Hua
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