We all write to each other ________ , even when there is not much to say.

A. now and then　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　   B. step by step

C. by and by　　　　　　　　　　       D. more or less

 

We all write to each other ________ , even when there is not much to say.

A. now and then　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　   B. step by step

C. by and by　　　　　　　　　　       D. more or less

 

Dear Daughter,
As we drove off from Columbia, I wanted to write to tell you all that is on my mind. First, I want to tell you how proud we are. Getting into Columbia is a real testament (证明) of what a great well-rounded student you are. You should be as proud of yourself as we are.
Your college years will be the most important of your life. It is in college that you will discover what learning is about. This will be the period when you go from teacher taught to master inspired, after which you must become a self-learner. So do take each subject seriously, and even if what you learn is of no practical use in real life, the learning skills you get will be something you will value forever.
Follow your passion in college. Take courses you think you will enjoy, don't be bothered by what others think or say, but make up your own mind. Most importantly, make true friends and be happy. Don't worry about their hobbies, grades, looks, or even personalities.
Start planning early what you'd like to do. Where would you like to live? What would you like to learn? I think your plan to study fashion is good, and you should decide where you want to be, and get onto the right courses. I will always be there for you, but the time has come for you to be in the driver's seat-this is your life, and you need to be in control. Being in control feels great. Try it, and you'll love it!
So please treasure your college years - make the best use of your free time, become an independent thinker in control of your destiny, and learn through your successes and challenges.
May your years at Columbia be the happiest of your life, and may you grow into just what you dream to be.
Love
Dad & Mom
【小题1】We can read between the lines that ________.

A．Dad has a strong love for his daughter

B．Dad is very strict with his daughter

C．Dad always worries about his daughter

D．Dad is much concerned about his daughter's health

【小题2】The underlined word "destiny" in the passage is the closest in meaning to "_______".

A．weight

B．life

C．position

D．time

【小题3】Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A．Plan things before you do them.

B．Self－learning is very important in college.

C．Follow your passion and what other people say.

D．Leading a life is just like driving a car.

【小题4】The purpose of the author in writing the letter is to tell his daughter to ________.

A．smile to her trouble in life

B．fight till she succeeds

C．be confident and happy

D．make the most of her college

There are many things you can do to keep friendship strong forever.

    Trust is very important in keeping any relationship strong and long lasting. If you trust the person whom you have a good relationship with and the other person also trust you in the same way, then you two have a good relationship.

    You can remember important date of your friends such as their birthdays and wish them or give gifts to them on the special days. Many people say that money is the most important thing to consider, but remember friendship is not about money. You can find something small and inexpensive for their gifts or send online cards.

A friend should also always help others even when it is not very convenient. So have a helping hand ready at all times.

Sometimes distance makes relationships even closer. So, if you are far from your friends, there are many ways you can remain in contact（联系）. You can use email, chat programs, and you can also write a blog and share your daily life activities with your friends.

If there is anything that makes you happy, share it with your friends. Listen to their thoughts as well. If they have achieved something noticeable, congratulate them and celebrate with them.

I have seen good friendships and when there is unhealthy competition between two friends. Though this may not happen in many cases, it is better to keep this idea in mind since it may happen to you.

As far as I have seen and experienced, it will be better not to either lend to or borrow money from your good friend. Of course, we have to do this with friends. But, attention should be paid so that your friendship may not end.

 

How to Keep Your Friendship1______

 

2. ______	Details
Trust	Don’t doubt your good friend so that he or she will treat you 3. ______.
Remember important dates	·Give your 4. ______, small gifts or send online greetings to your friends on their birthdays. ·Don’t connect friendship with money. ·Try to send good friends 5. ______ gifts.
6. ______	Be ready to give a hand to your friends as much as possible.
Remain in touch	Use modern technology to contact your 7.  friends.
Share feelings	·Share the happiness with your friends. ·Listen to your friends. ·8. ______ your friends on their achievements and celebrate them together.
Avoid (避免) 9. ______	Don’t try to compete with each other in an unhealthy way.
Avoid money exchange	Don’t lend or borrow any money from your good friend, otherwise it may 10. ______ the friendship.