Kendall Ciesemier is the founder of charity Kids Caring 4 Kids, an organization she created after seeing a show on the difficult situation of AIDS orphans (孤儿) in Africa. Ciesemier was inspired to try to change the lives of those affected by AIDS and to encourage other children to do the same. She tells us of the power her personal story has in showing others they too can make a difference.
You saw Oprah’s show on AIDS orphans when you were 11 — do you remember how you felt?
When I saw the show I was shocked. I had never heard of AIDS before and was concerned that kids were growing up without parents and no one had troubled to ask for my help.
I wanted to create a place for kids to get involved and a place where their small contributions would be valued and celebrated. I also felt that I needed to take immediate action myself. I found an orphan sponsorship (赞助) program online and an eight-year-old girl from Mauritania who needed my help. I started there and Kids Caring 4 Kids grew from that experience.
How has your own illness inspired you to help others?
Growing up with a rare liver (肝脏) disease made me feel different, which I think attracted me to others who were different and those struggling with something. I knew how I felt and I wanted to help reduce that feeling in someone else. I always wanted to support people. Growing up with an illness gave me empathy (移情) for others.
How does your own story inspire others?
My own personal story is evidence that people can give from anywhere. I started Kids Caring 4 Kids from a hospital room. I started by helping one person and it snowballed from there. When I share my story, I think that’s what affects people the most — the fact that I started all of this during a time of personal struggle and weakness. If I could do that, then they can do something too.
1.According to the text, Kendall Ciesemier.
A. hosted a show on the situation in Africa
B. was affected by AIDS and a liver disease
C. made an effort to help African AIDS orphans
D. earned lots of money from Kids Caring 4 Kids
2.What made Ciesemier create Kids Caring 4 Kids?
A. Her experience in Africa.
B. Living with a liver disease.
C. Watching Oprah’s show on AIDS orphans.
D. Her work with an orphan sponsorship program.
3.Ciesemier’s own illness .
A. caused her to lose some close friends
B. made her discouraged and less enthusiastic
C. kept her away from those who were different
D. helped her easily understand other patients’ feelings
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A businessman, with a large amount of money, was walking through a remote (偏远的) area. Upon ________ this, a thief followed him, planning to________ his money at a certain time. The businessman noticed something was ________, and he started to pay much more ________to the thief.
The businessman soon asked the thief if he________help find some water nearby, and when the thief went to________ the water, the businessman put all of his________into the thief’s bag. Then the thief returned and told the businessman________ the water was. ________the businessman left to get some water, the thief quickly________the businessman’s bag. Certainly, there was nothing that the thief________ .
The thief was ________, but he still did not give up hope. After some time, the businessman returned and they both ________for a long time. Then the businessman got tired and________ under a big tree. The thief again checked the businessman’s bag and still did not find any money. So the thief ________that the businessman did not actually have any money with him.
Finally, they arrived at a city. When the thief went after a job and left his own bag behind, the businessman ________in and took back all of his own money he had put there ________ When the thief came back, he was surprised to see that the businessman was________ some jewels with the money in his bag. The thief couldn’t ________ asking the question, “I didn’t know you had money on the________ .” The businessman smiled to him, “Of course you didn’t, because it is not yours.”
1.A. talking B. learning C. thinking D. speaking
2.A. keep B. borrow C. steal D. put
3.A. new B. common C. strange D. dangerous
4.A. care B. mercy C. need D. attention
5.A. would B. could C. should D. must
6.A. carry on B. look for C. watch over D. bring along
7.A. goods B. food C. money D. clothes
8.A. how B. what C. that D. where
9.A. As soon as B. As far as C. As well as D. As long as
10.A. hid B. searched C. explored D. changed
11.A. saved B. planned C. owned D. wanted
12.A. frightened B. angry C. surprised D. nervous
13.A. drank B. walked C. rested D. discussed
14.A. sat B. stood C. slept D. stopped
15.A. agreed B. wished C. doubted D. believed
16.A. put B. got C. reached D. broke
17.A. rightly B. luckily C. really D. formerly
18.A. buying B. wearing C. having D. showing
19.A. keep B. help C. enjoy D. avoid
20.A. trip B. visit C. holiday D. business
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科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年湖南邵东三中高二普通班下学期第一次月考英语试卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
It’s not easy to find a person with the qualities it takes to be a hero. I didn’t really understand the meaning of the word “hero” until my third year in the college.
If you saw her, you wouldn’t think she really looks the part, but she is stronger than Superman could ever be. Her name is Sandra Keierleber. I first met her at volleyball tryouts(选拔赛), but didn’t notice anything special at first. As the week passed, however, she showed she had more heart than anyone. She stood out because she never gave up, no matter what.
Sandra isn’t the tallest or the fastest --- in fact, this was her first time playing volleyball and it showed--- but that didn’t stop her. She was always the first to arrive and the last to leave. By the end of tryouts she had found a place in everyone’s heart. When the name list for new members was put up, we all waited nervously as she checked. When she stood at the door and smiled happily, all we could do was cheer.
After Sandra made the team, she worked even harder to improve her game. When she asked for help, we gladly taught her. She also became our fan, attending almost every school game and even joining us in the city games. We all like her, because she never thinks about doing things the easy way, or loses that smile. Because of her great efforts, she makes herself a true hero--- and my hero, too.
1.What did the writer think of Sandra Keierleber at the beginning?
A. Common B. Honest C. Pretty. D. Strong
2.Sandra began to play volleyball when ______________.
A. she was tall enough B. she was at college
C. she became a hero D. she met the Superman
3.Which of the following is true about Sandra?
A. She was born a volleyball player.
B. She is popular with her teammates
C. She does things in an easy way.
D. She isn’t the tallest but the fastest.
4.Why does the writer think of Sandra Keierleber as a true hero?
A. She did very well at the tryouts.
B. She asked for help from her teammates.
C. She took part in the city matches.
D. She worked hard and never gave up.
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科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年河北广平第一中学高一下学期第一次月考英语卷（解析版） 题型：阅读理解
Dear Betty,
My roommate’s family wants me to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with them in their home. I accepted the invitation, and I’m excited about going, but I’m a little nervous about it, too. The social customs in my country are different from those here, so I’m a little worried about making mistakes.
Should I bring a gift, such as candy or flowers? Should I arrive on time or a little late? At the dinner table, how can I know which fork or knife to use? How can I let the family know that I’m thankful for their kindness?
Yours,
Knowing Nothing
Dear Knowing Nothing,
It’s a good idea to bring a gift when you go to a dinner party. Flowers are always welcome, or you can bring a bottle of wine if you know the family drink it.
You should arrive on time or five to ten minutes late. Don’t get there early. If you are going to be more than fifteen minutes late, you should call and tell them.
Try to relax at the dinner table. If you don’t know how to use the right fork, knife or spoon, just watch the other guests, and follow them. If you still have no idea of what to do, don’t be shy about asking the person next to you; it’s better to ask them than to be silently uncomfortable and nervous.
If you like the food, say so. Of course, you’ll thank the host and hostess for the meal and for their kindness. It’s also a good idea to send a card to thank them the day after.
Yours,
Betty
1.Knowing Nothing wrote a letter to Betty to _____.
A. tell Betty some good news B. ask for some advice
C. answer some questions D. invite her to dinner
2. According to Betty, Knowing Nothing ______ when going to a dinner party.
A. can only bring some flowers
B. can’t bring wine
C. should arrive on time or five to ten minutes late
D. should arrive twenty minutes late
3.Betty does NOT advise Knowing Nothing to _____.
A. relax at the dinner table
B. watch the other guests
C. ask the person beside him
D. keep silent at table
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科目：高中英语 来源：2015-2016学年山东武城县第二中学高二3月月考英语试卷（解析版） 题型：完形填空
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阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A, B, C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
One of the most exciting archaeological (考古的) discoveries in history was made in November 1922, when Howard Carter was ________in the Valley of the Kings in Egypt. After many months of digging, he finally________ an unknown tomb (坟墓).
________ with his friend Lord Carnarvon, who was providing the money for his work, Carter entered the ________ tomb. At first there was ________ , because the tomb was ________, and it was clear that it had been robbed (盗窃) at some time in the past. ________ , one of the workers eventually uncovered a small stairway that led down to another door that had not been________ .
Carter went down the dark staircase, walking ________ in case there were any traps (陷阱). As he opened the ________ , Lord Carnarvon asked if he could see anything. He replied, “Yes, ________ things.” It was clear at once that they had discovered what they had been________ . The tomb of King Tutankhamun was full of treasures of ________ value. There were over 5,000 objects of silver, gold and precious stones which had lain there ________ for thousands of years.
Lord Carnarvon’s ________ at discovering the treasures did not last long. Many of the local people were afraid of ________ the kings’ tombs, and believed that the kings would punish anyone who ________ them. Lord Carnarvon had paid little attention to these ________ , but only a few weeks later, he ________ fell ill and died; at the exact time of his death, all the lights in Cairo went out all of a sudden, and far away in England, his dog also ________ .
1.A. traveling B. visiting C. working D. standing
2.A. fell into B. passed by C. came across D. knocked down
3.A. Back B. Again C. Around D. Together
4.A. new B. dark C. warm D. familiar
5.A. joy B. surprise C. satisfaction D. disappointment
6.A. empty B. wet C. dirty D. quiet
7.A. Instead B.However C.Therefore D. Besides
8.A. fixed B. locked C. opened D. replaced
9.A. calmly B. quickly C. confidently D. carefully
10.A. door B. tomb C. case D. eye
11.A. terrible B. common C. strange D. wonderful
12.A. lost B. looking for C. ruined D. focusing on
13.A. no B. little C. low D. great
14.A. undivided B. undeveloped C. unplanned D. undiscovered
15.A. fear B. worry C. pleasure D. shame
16.A. building B. repairing C. disturbing D. closing
17.A. bought B. entered C. met D. cleaned
18.A. jokes B. mistakes C. stories D. warnings
19.A. finally B. really C. suddenly D. actually
20.A. died B. changed C. disappeared D. returned
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根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
While it is impossible to live completely free of stress, it is possible to prevent stress as well as reduce its effect when it can’t be avoided. The US Department of Health and Human Services offers the following suggestions for ways to deal with stress.
·Try physical activity.
When you are nervous, angry or upset, try releasing (释放) the pressure through exercise or physical activity. 1.
·Take care of yourself.
You should make every effort to eat well and get enough rest. If you easily get angry and cannot sleep well enough, or if you’re not eating properly, it will be more likely that you will fall into situations of stress. 2.
·Make time for yourself.
3. Don’t forget, play can be just as important as work. You need a break from your daily routine to just relax and have fun. Go window-shopping or work on a hobby. Allow yourself at least a half hour each day to do something you enjoy.
· 4.
Stress can result from disorganization (杂乱无章) and a feeling that “there’s so much to do ,and not enough time.” Trying to take care of everything at once can be too much for you and, as a result , you may not achieve anything. Instead, make a list of everything you have to do, then do one thing at a time. 5. Set out to do the most important tasks first.
A. Bear in mind the most important task.
B. Schedule time for both work and play.
C. Check off each task as it is completed.
D. Make a list of the things you need to do.
E. For example, you could take your job as your hobby.
F. If stress repeatedly keeps you from sleeping, you should consult a doctor.
G. Running, walking, or playing tennis are just some of the activities you might try.
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阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。
The truth 1. trees are vital to our life is not a secret. They provide us with food, wood and most 2. (importance), oxygen. Now there is one more thing we can add to this list—blocking out harmful bacteria from water.
The discovery 3. (make) by a team consisting of scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and high school students who were seeking a 4. (nature) water filter（过滤器）—one that would help communities in developing countries that do not have access to modern water filter systems.
The 5. (research), led by Professor Rohit Karnik, decided to turn to trees for help because they could allow liquid to flow through, while 6. (block) out air bubbles.
They began by cutting 1.5-inch-wide sections of tree bark from the branches of a white pine tree. The people related then tested the wood’s filtering ability by pouring water containing red dye particles of different sizes through. 7. their amazement, they found that it was effective in trapping all the articles. 8. (encourage), the team conducted 9.________experiment, this time with water 10. contained bacteria. Sure enough, the sapwood held back 99% of the bacteria, allowing only 1% to flow through.
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科目：高中英语 来源：2016届浙江湖州中学高三上学期期中考试英语试卷（解析版） 题型：单项填空
The journey around the world took the old sailor nine months, the sailing time was 226 days.
A. of which B. during which
C. from which D. for which
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根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
People know the dangers of fires. It's good for a family to learn how to prepare for a fire. Here are some suggestions:
Put a smoke alarm in the house. Smoke from a fire causes the alarm to go off. 1. The sound tells everyone to leave the house at once.
Make escape plans. You should know all the ways out of the house. If there is fire, everyone follows the plan to get out. Part of the plan is to check all the windows to make sure they can be opened easily.
Buy fire extinguishers in the house2.
Practice for a fire at home now and then because it can teach children about fire safety. Everyone in the family should know the following fire rules:
★3. The fire can grow more quickly if you open the door.
★Stay close to the floor! 4. The best air is near the floor because smoke rises.
★What will you do if your hair or clothes start to burn? First, stop! 5. The fire burns faster because of more air. Drop! Fall to the floor. Then roll! Turning over and over will make the fire go out. Put a blanket around you to keep air away from the fire that may still be on you.
There are many possible causes for fires. A wise family is ready all the time. If there is a fire, don’t forget to call 119 for help.
A．Don't run!
B．Everyone in the family should know how to use them.
C．Everyone should follow your plan.
D．Smoke can be more dangerous than fire.
E．The alarm makes a loud sound.
F．Open the windows!
G．Don't open a hot door!
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