How to change the world
You want to change the world, but you aren’t sure where to start. First, remember that changing the world can mean so many different things.
Understand what's wrong.
1.The world is such a big place, so you won't be able to change much if you don't understand what's going on out there. Try to learn about what is happening both home and abroad.
Know that change doesn't come overnight.
2.Try to live your values each day, even if you don't see much appreciable change on a day-to-day level. Work hard and don't give up.
Start small.
Find ways to make a difference every day. It may feel as though you are just one tiny part of a huge system. At first, you almost certainly will be. Be patient.3.. Try to put your activism into practice and make it a reality.
4.
Write letters to newspapers; post an article, video, or idea on the internet; wear a T-shirt. If you think that it is important and worthy of attention, try to raise awareness(意识) by telling as many people as you can.
Consider a career.
Think about which sort of job might put you in the best position to change the world. 5.There are a lot of ways to get paid for adding value to the world. Start researching to find jobs in fields that feel valuable.
A. Read the news.
B. Spread the word.
C. All things begin small
D. Remember that you don’t need to do it alone
E. You could be a teacher, a reporter, or something else.
F. There are other, less public ways to show your support!
G. Don’t expect to change the world with one big heroic act.
科目:高中英语 来源:江西省2016-2017学年高二第七次月考(5月)英语试卷 题型:完形填空
I was siting n the surgical waiting area at the hospital waiting for word of my wife's operation The small room was filled with other families and friends,who were_____waiting to hear how their loved ones were doing.
There was a young boy siting quietly in the_____He held a small box of ____in one hand and a tablet(写字板)in the other Every so often he'd place the tablet on his lap and draw something.As the hours passed I began to see the room almost_____And there was a strange silence.
"Daddy,when is Mommy going home?"the young boy asked,breaking the ____
"Tomorrow."his father replied The boy picked up his crayons(蜡笔)and_____something on the tablet.
I_____him as he moved his feet back and forth,looking up at the ceiling and then toward the sunshine-filled window.When's____Daddy?"he asked. His father ___him over to sit by him."Come,___here next to me."he said with a gentle tone in his voice_____his things,the little boy walked slowly to his father's side from the comer.The man_____out and held his son by his shoulder.
There are three days in life Yesterday today and tomorrow.One is over and done,one we live in,the other we ____We cant live in yesterday, but if we are happy enough today. we will be even happier tomorrow."he said in an attempt to_____the boy.
The little boy looked at him for a moment and said."If Mommy is going home tomorrow.I'll be_____So.I want it to be tomorrow already.Daddy"
Now hanging on every word of this_____I leaned forward to hear his response.It was_____
“Son,the one great thing about today is once it_____it is already almost tomorrow.”
I thought about how_____it was.Even in my adult life,I still live waiting for what tomorrow may __.
Now I know that it is already“almost tomorrow”.
1.A. patiently B. happily C. peacefully D. eagerly
2.A. chair B. distance C. comer D. shadow
3.A. gifts B. crayons C. chalks D. toys
4.A. dark B. empty C. full D. clean
5.A. promise B. rule C. record D. silence
6.A. wrote B. printed C. drew D. expressed
7.A. followed B. found C. caught D. watched
8.A. today B. yesterday C. tomorrow D. future
9.A. knocked B. ordered C. pulled D. called
10.A. stand B. lie C. sit D. sleep
11.A. saving B. forgetting C. gathering D. choosing
12.A. reached B. took C. set D. got
13.A. spend B. waste C. expect D. kill
14.A. frighten B. wan C. persuade D. satisfy
15.A. better B. calmer C. smarter D. happier
16.A. story B. conversation C. opinion D. discussion
17.A. perfect B. silly C. active D. humorous
18.A. ends B. passes C. starts D. lasts
19.A. sincere B. important C. interesting D. meaningful
20.A. happen B. come C. need D. Bring
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科目:高中英语 来源:天津市和平区2017届高三第四次质量调查(四模)英语试卷 题型:单项填空
The new supermarket announced that the first to purchase goods on the opening day______________ get a big prize.
A. must B. will
C. shall D. need
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科目:高中英语 来源:河北省2016-2017学年高一下学期三调考试英语试卷 题型:单词拼写
1.Could you ten me whether there is a c_________between smoking and lung cancer?
2.The condition prevents the blood from_________(循环)freely.
3._________(因此),we must treasure the time.
4.I would always keep my distance from drinkers on social_________(场合).
5.Liu Wei,the famous armless piano player,has succeeded in having a(n)_________(杰出的)career.
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科目:高中英语 来源:河北省2016-2017学年高一下学期三调考试英语试卷 题型:阅读理解
Lying in Victoria,Australia,Phillip Island Nature Park is a beautiful seaside holiday destination.Phillip Island provides a relaxing,adventurous and memorable costal holiday.Full of family attractions,friendly wildlife,sheltered swimming spots and beautiful beaches and bays,it really is hard to find a reason not to take a holiday.
Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm
A trip to Phillip Island wouldn't be complete without visiting the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.This amazing native wildlife attraction provides the opportunity to experience wild koalas in their natural environment.You will also enjoy very impressive water views,ancient buildings and lovely gardens. Perfect for a family day out!
Penguin Parade
The Penguin Parade on Phillip Island is Australia's most popular wildlife attraction.Every sunset,wild little penguins appear from the sea and walk across the beach to their sand holes.Here you can experience this natural view that you will find nowhere else in the world.
OPENING TIME: 10 a.m.
CLOSING TIME: Varies.Closed on Christmas Day
3 Parks Pass
This ticket gives you entry to the Penguin Parade at Phillip Island Nature Park,as well as entry to the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm.
All tickets will have 12 months validity(有效期)from time of buying.
Tickets will be delivered to your email box within 60 minutes of buying.Please print out all tickets and take them along with you to the attraction.
1.What can be enjoyed in Phillip Island Nature Park? .
A. Fierce wildlife.
B. Charming beaches.
C. Outdoor swimming spots.
D. Various modem buildings.
2.According to the passage,Penguin Parade .
A. opens at 10 a.m.every day
B. is opened to us all year around
C. is the most popular wildlife attraction
D. provides the chance to see wild penguins
3.In the Koala Conservation Centre and Churchill Island Heritage Farm we can appreciate .
A. wild koalas and penguins
B. water views and penguins'holes
C. wild koalas and lovely gardens
D. wild penguins and ancient buildings
4.If you buy a 3 Parks Pass online, .
A. you must use it within a year
B. you must print it out in 60 minutes
C. you can have it delivered to your house
D. you can take your family along to the park
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科目:高中英语 来源:广西省桂林市2017届高三下学期适应性考试英语试卷 题型:短文改错
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号(∧),在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下面划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1、每处错误及其修改均仅一词;
2、只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Last Friday afternoon, our class was invited an old craftsman to teach us how to making dough figurines (面人). When the craftsman came into the classroom, we gave him warm welcome and two boys helped him with the tool box. First , he shows us the basic steps and skills of making dough figurines . We stood around him or watched attentively. Then we started to have a try himself. The old man walked around and helped us patient. Finally, we put the figurines we made on the table and took pictures with the old craftsman. Looking on the figurines, we were all very exciting. We hope we can have more activity of this kind!
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科目:高中英语 来源:广西省桂林市2017届高三下学期适应性考试英语试卷 题型:阅读理解
You can either travel or read, but either your body or soul must be on the way. The popular saying has inspired many people to read or go sightseeing. Here are several books we recommend that you take on your trip.
1. Destination: US
Recommended book: On the Road, 1957, by Jack Kerouac
The book is a globally popular spiritual guide book about youth. The protagonist(主人公) in the book drives across the US continent with several young people and finally reaches Mexico. After the exhausting and exciting trip, the characters in the book begin to realize the meaning of life.
2. Destination: Sahara Desert
Recommended book: The Stories of the Sahara, 1976, by Sanmao
The book describes the author’s simple but adventurous life in the Sahara Desert, which seems a bare and dull place. The vivid natural scenery and life there, along with the author’s romantic emotions will inspire you to explore the mysterious land.
3. Destination: England
Recommended book: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry, 2013, by Rachel Joyce
The novel tells a story of a 60-year-old man who lives a boring and unhappy life, until one day, he received his old friend’s letter who got cancer. In deep shock and sorrow, he went out to send his reply letter. By thinking of his life, he walked past one mailbox after another, and finally walked from the Southwest end to the Northeast end of England. 627 miles in 87 days, he walks depending on one belief that “ his friend can survive as long as he walks.”
4. Destination: North Europe
Recommended book: So Slow, So Beautiful, 2015, by Luo Fu
Following a girl’s step to look around North Europe, who has been living there for 10 years. Check out how North Europeans seek their happiness, which more originated from a simple, natural and tranquil mentality.
1.What can be the best title for the text?
A. Either travel or read B. Books to take with you on vacation
C. Let’s go sightseeing D. On the way
2.Which book’s character completed his journey with confirm faith?
A. On the Road B. The Stories of the Sahara
C. The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry D. So Slow, So Beautiful
3.The Stories of the Sahara is special because ___________.
A. the book describes the author’s life
B. the book presents the vivid natural scenery and life there
C. the book describes the mysterious land
D. the book tells a story
4.As for the book On the Road, we can know ___________.
A. the book is the most popular
B. the author of the book is a young person
C. the trip is across the world
D. the trip is exhausting but meaningful
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科目:高中英语 来源:湖南省2017届高三学业水平考试模拟卷英语试卷 题型:阅读理解
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.Cars were fare.Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year,I've found there are millions of cars. However,bicycles are still popular nowadays.People still use their bicycles to get around.For many,it's the most convenient and cheapest way to travel today.
It's rush quickly through crossroads,move skillfully through traffic,and ride even on sidewalks(人行道). Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about,which cars just can't provide.Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture,I decided to buy a bicycle.Immediately I got my new bike I jumped up on the 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.
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.
2.The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended_______.
A. to ride it for fun B. to use it for transport
C. to experience the culture D. to improve his riding skills
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.
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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科目:高中英语 来源:2017年全国普通高等学校招生统一考试历史(海南卷正式版) 题型:选择题
1992年,我国公有制经济以外的其他经济成分增长较快,国家直接管理的农业、工业、外贸等出口产品计划指标减少1/3,其中指令性计划指标减少近一半。这表明我国
A.市场在国民经济中的地位增强 B.总体上已经达到小康水平
C.确立了社会主义市场经济体制 D.实现与世界经济的全面接轨
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