Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.

A. based      B. schedule      C. individual     D. determined     E. achieving

F. ambitious   G. success       H. studying       I. marvel         J. smarter

The Secret of Success

The secret of success is that there is no secret. Some people succeed because they are just __1__ than other people. Some people succeed because they just work harder than other people. And some people succeed because they are just plain lucky.

　　Ma Donghan is a student at Tsinghua University who is __2__ to be successful and she’s not going to leave it to luck. Ma is obviously smart because she’s a student at the best university in China, but her plan for success is __3__ on the old fashion value of hard work. You can see that by the weekly schedule she’s set up for herself which was recently posted online.

　　Every hour of every day is accounted for. There is her classroom __4__, of course, but then blocks of time are set aside for __5__ each subject and also for a few activities like playing sports. There are no hours set aside for just relaxing and there are only five hours allotted (分配) each night for sleeping. She has set a very __6__, almost punishing schedule for herself, but it seems to be working.

　　Other students __7__ at Ma’s diligence and discipline but doubt that they could achieve the same level of success. Perhaps not, but Ma is obviously a unique and special __8__. She has set high goals, made a plan to achieve those goals, and worked hard to keep to her plan. This is what other students can learn from Ma.

In school, as in life, __9__ is never guaranteed and not everyone will find him or herself at the top of the pyramid. The important thing to remember is that having a plan and working hard to stay with the plan will bring you a level of success that just being smart and lucky cannot.

B
Capturing the Memories
　　Almost everyone has heard of MySpace.com.It allows friends to connect with each other.But did you ever wonder where the idea for this website came from? It is modeled after high school yearbooks.
　　A yearbook is a book used to record memories of a specific class.For example,I graduated from Manchester West High School in 2001.My yearbook is dedicated(献给) to my senior class.In this book you will find a picture of all my classmates.
　　Alongside your picture,you can put a quote that is important to you.Next to the quote and your photo is a list of your school and sports activities.Later in the book are pages dedicated to teams and organizations.For example,the girls football team has a page of pictures and memories.
　　After you receice the yearbook,you go around and have your friends sign it and write letters to you.This will remind you about the many adventures you had with your friends. Although, 40 years ago,a girl wrote a loving message in my father's yearbook but when he showed me it,he didn't remember who the girl was!
　　But the yearbook is the final memory for seniors,so it will often be the one reminder of your high school years that you carry with you throughout life.In my mother's yearbook she still has,pressed between the pages,the flower her date gave her at her senior prom. That was in 1967.
　　High school is a magical time.It is when we experience many of the important moments of your lives.Our first kiss.Driving for the first time.Our first big success.Out first major hearbreak.Unlike MySpace,which can constantly be updated,a yearbook captures these special moments in our lives and holds on to them forever so that we may never forget.Because,honestly , we will never want to.
　　60.What does the passage mainly focus on?
　　　A.The characteristics of MySpace.com.
　　　B.The members who set up MySpace.com.
　　　C.The differences between MySpace.com and a yearbook.
　　　D.The introduction to yearbooks.
　　61.All of the following will be included in a school yearbook except ______.
　　　A.some interesting stories of famous actors
　　　B.a picture of classmates
　　　C.an activity of playing table tennis
　　　D.some significant successes
　　62.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?
　　　A.People keep a yearbook just for fun.
　　　B.The yearbook follows the example of MySpace.com.
　　　C.A yearbook can help you remember the great moments you shared with classmates.
　　　D.The yearbook is more popular than MySpace.com in American high school.
　　63.The word "captures" in the last paragraph most probably means ______.
　　　A.arrests B.gains C.preserves D.films

B

Capturing the Memories

　　Almost everyone has heard of MySpace.com.It allows friends to connect with each other.But did you ever wonder where the idea for this website came from? It is modeled after high school yearbooks.

　　A yearbook is a book used to record memories of a specific class.For example,I graduated from Manchester West High School in 2001.My yearbook is dedicated(献给) to my senior class.In this book you will find a picture of all my classmates.

　　Alongside your picture,you can put a quote that is important to you.Next to the quote and your photo is a list of your school and sports activities.Later in the book are pages dedicated to teams and organizations.For example,the girls football team has a page of pictures and memories.

　　After you receice the yearbook,you go around and have your friends sign it and write letters to you.This will remind you about the many adventures you had with your friends. Although, 40 years ago,a girl wrote a loving message in my father's yearbook but when he showed me it,he didn't remember who the girl was!

　　But the yearbook is the final memory for seniors,so it will often be the one reminder of your high school years that you carry with you throughout life.In my mother's yearbook she still has,pressed between the pages,the flower her date gave her at her senior prom. That was in 1967.

　　High school is a magical time.It is when we experience many of the important moments of your lives.Our first kiss.Driving for the first time.Our first big success.Out first major hearbreak.Unlike MySpace,which can constantly be updated,a yearbook captures these special moments in our lives and holds on to them forever so that we may never forget.Because,honestly , we will never want to.

　　60.What does the passage mainly focus on?

　　　A.The characteristics of MySpace.com.

　　　B.The members who set up MySpace.com.

　　　C.The differences between MySpace.com and a yearbook.

　　　D.The introduction to yearbooks.

　　61.All of the following will be included in a school yearbook except ______.

　　　A.some interesting stories of famous actors

　　　B.a picture of classmates

　　　C.an activity of playing table tennis

　　　D.some significant successes

　　62.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

　　　A.People keep a yearbook just for fun.

　　　B.The yearbook follows the example of MySpace.com.

　　　C.A yearbook can help you remember the great moments you shared with classmates.

　　　D.The yearbook is more popular than MySpace.com in American high school.

　　63.The word "captures" in the last paragraph most probably means ______.

　　　A.arrests B.gains C.preserves D.films

　　You are being given an opportunity that a lot of others would be dying for, but that doesn’t mean it is the best path for you to take．Since you have already been to  16  , you know what to expect． 17   I think you have pretty good grounds to decide for   18   which you would prefer to do---go or stay．All I would like to do is to   19   you of some of the advantages and disadvantages of going to live abroad．Some of these come from my own personal  experience of living in China．The   20   of going to America would include things like better living  21  ; access to the most up-to-date technologies in the workplace and for entertainment; the opportunity to learn about a different   22  ; and you could see new places and   23  your English．If you were to return to China after several years, I’m sure all of these skills would   24   you in a position to be very successful   25   whatever career you choose to pursue．You have some   26  and friends in America already, so you have someone to turn   27  when you need help or are feeling   28  ．

Here are some of the   29  of living in a foreign country．The most obvious one for you is the language barrier, and the number of jobs you can apply for will be   30  . Food. You won’t be able to eat the food you are used to,   31   your relatives cook authentic Chinese dishes every day．Racial prejudice．This you could meet with at work in the   32   of lower wages for example, and in many social situations．

By  33   advantages and disadvantages in this way, it becomes clearer which choice would be better for you．Just remember, both outcomes will have their advantages and once you make the decision don’t look   34  ．

Put all your positive energy into the   35  you choose．You are a bright young person, so I’m sure you will do well no matter what you choose．

We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.
　　So, you have to give a speech and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again. ”
　　Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience. Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.
　　Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to -person contact with your audience.
　　If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.
51. The main idea of this article is _________.
   A. that you can improve your speaking ability
   B. that a poor speaker can never change
　 C. to always make a short speech
　 D. that it is hard to make a speech
52. Paragraph 2 implies that ________.
　 A. many people are afraid of giving a speech
　 B. many people are happy to give a speech
　 C. many people do not prepare for a speech
　 D. many people talk too long
53. The underlined phrase “talk over their heads” means ________.
　 A. speak too loudly
　 B. look at the ceiling
　 C. look down upon them
   D. use words and ideas that are too difficult
54. All of the following statements are true EXCEPT that ___________.
　 A. few people know how to make good speeches
　 B. a lecturer does not need to organize his speech
　 C. research is important in preparing a speech
　 D. there are simple steps you can take to improve your speaking ability
55. The title for this passage may be _______.
　 A. Do Not Make a Long Speech
　 B. How to Give a Good Speech
　 C. How to Prepare for a Speech

   D. Try to Enjoy a Speech