Criticism (批评) is everywhere in life. It is up to you to decide how to react to it. Learn how to deal with criticism and lead a happier and more relaxing life.

Ask yourself how the criticism will affect you. Will you lose your job because of the criticism? Will you lose what is important to you because you are criticized? Will life stop existing if your opinions are not accepted? Surely not! So, don’t worry about it. Instead, remember that some criticism actually helps you make some improvements.

You absolutely cannot stop what people say. What you can do, however, is to change the way you react to criticism. If you let it upset you, then the blame is on you. You have the right to decide what to do with the criticism you receive.

Don’t be afraid to accept criticism. No one likes to be told that he is wrong. Yet, every single person has, at one time or another, been blamed for something. Realize that it’s normal. You may have received some strong criticism, but it doesn’t mean that you are foolish, or that you don’t have the ability to do something properly. If you are afraid to put your work out for others to see, you’ll never know if you are a capable person. Try not to think of it in that way and don’t take it seriously. If you can learn to be optimistic, you will remove some stress and nervousness about what people think, thus becoming happier.

Consider where the criticism comes from. It may help you step back and examine what causes the criticism. Is the critic just trying to offer constructive criticism? It is much easier to accept correction or guidance from someone that has good intentions. This type of criticism is known as valid criticism, because there is a valid point or reason to it. On the other hand, there are critics that offer their advice just to be negative. This is commonly referred to as invalid criticism because it is often not of any use at all.

Do your best. And if someone doesn’t like what you’ve done, so what? It’s either valid criticism or invalid criticism. But you have the power to decide how you will allow it to affect you.

Title: How to deal with criticism

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It’s 10:30 p.m., and 11-year-old Brandon Blanco is sound asleep at home. Suddenly, a loud noise (1)____ him up. Naturally, Brandon (2) ____ his cell phone. He blinks twice, and the message on the screen becomes clear: “R U awake?”

The (3) ____ text does not annoy Brandon since he gets frequent (4) ____ and calls, even after bedtime. And he can’t imagine life without them. “If I didn’t have a cell phone, I wouldn’t be able to talk to my friends or family as often,” he told the Kaiser Family Foundation.

Brandon’s use of (5) ____ doesn’t stop there. He also has a computer, a TV and three video-game consoles（控制台）in his room. With so many (6) ____, it is no surprise that when he is not at school, he spends nearly every (7) ____ minute using one or more of these devices. Brandon is hardly (8) ____. According to a recent study by TFK, kids aged 8 to 18 are spending more time than ever before using (9) ____ devices. How much time? More than seven and a half hours a day (10) ____, the study found. That’s about an hour more than just five years ago.

The jump is the result of a huge explosion in mobile devices, says Victoria Rideout, the lead author of the study. “These devices have opened up many more (11) ____ for young people to use media, whether it’s on the bus, on the way to school or waiting in line before the cashier,” says Rideout.

Often, kids (12) ____, or use more than one device at a time. “If you’ve got a chance to do something on your (13) ____ and take a phone call and have the TV on at the same time, why not?” Media expert Cheryl Olson says. Most experts agree technology has much to (34) ____ kids. But some worry the kids could be (15) ____ other (16) ____ like playing outside or (17) ____ with friends. “It’s a matter of balance,” says Olson.

Multitasking while (18) ____ is another concern. Some kids listen to music, watch TV or use the phone while doing their homework. “It’s important to make sure that you should (19) ____ one thing deeply,” says Rideout.

With new and exciting devices hitting stores every year, keeping technology use (20) ____ is more important than ever. “Kids should try,” adds Rideout. “But parents might have to step in sometimes.”

1.                A．wakes          B．takes           C．makes    D．gets

2.                A．reaches for      B．takes out        C．puts out D．turn off

3.                A．early           B．afternoon       C．morning D．night

4.                A．books          B．messages        C．letters    D．passages

5.                A．cell phones      B．papers          C．technology    D．words

6.                A．friends         B．assignments      C．devices   D．interrupts

7.                A．working        B．speaking        C．sleeping D．waking

8.                A．happy          B．alone          C．tired     D．worried

9.                A．electric         B．useful          C．electronic D．fashionable

10.               A．on average      B．in total         C．for fun    D．without stop

11.               A．jobs           B．machines       C．rooms     D．opportunities

12.               A．like            B．enjoy          C．hate D．multitask

13.               A．computer       B．desk           C．own D．time

14.               A．employ         B．offer           C．attract    D．tell

15.               A．setting up       B．missing out      C．working with    D．relying on

16.               A．methods        B．ways           C．chances   D．activities

17.                                A．helping out B．fighting with

C．hanging out                       D．looking after

18.                                A．listening to music B．watching TV

C．using phone call                   D．doing homework

19.                                A．looking for B．concentrate on

C．staring at                         D．writing down

20.               A．in check        B．at the same time C．more often     D．less often

阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。
Doctors say anger can be an extremely harmful emotion, unless you learn how to deal with it. They warn that angry feelings can lead to heart disease, stomach problems, headaches, emotional problems and possibly cancer.
Anger is a normal emotion that we all feel from time to time. Some people express anger openly in a calm, reasonable way. Others burst with anger, losing control of themselves. But still other people control their anger. They cannot or will not express it.
Recently some doctors have found that people who express anger too often and violently become, in fact, more and not less angry. This can cause medical problems. Some doctors say that both controlling and expressing anger can be dangerous. They believe that those who express anger strongly may be more likely to develop heart disease, and they believe that those who deep their anger inside may face a greater danger of high blood pressure.
Doctors say the solution is learning how to deal with anger. They say the first step is to admit that you are angry and to recognize the real cause of the anger, then decide if the cause is serious enough to get angry about. If it is, they say, “Do not express your anger while angry. Wait until your anger has cooled down and you are able to express yourself calmly and reasonably. ”
【写作内容】
1）概括短文的内容要点，该部分的字数大约30词；
2）就“要不要生气”这个主题发表你的看法，至少包含以下的内容要点，该部分字数大约120词；
a) 发脾气不但不利于健康，而且对人际关系有影响；
b) 避免因误解而造成的生气；
c) 理性的对待别人的错误。
【写作要求】   
你可以使用实例或其它论述方法支持你的论点，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不要抄袭阅读材料中的句子。
【评分标准】
概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，篇章连贯。

Every day is a gift, and if you look forward to spending each day with happiness, wake up every morning with a positive attitude and enjoy a beautiful day!
Set up a daily plan for yourself and ensure that you reserve enough time for your homework. Also, don’t forget to spare some time for play! Stop being lazy and start participating in your life instead of just watching it pass by. Try to do something fun and constructive every day. Read a book, write something interesting in your diary, try a new hobby, spend time with your friends, or just watch your favorite show on television, and you will see how every moment of your day unfolds. You’ll achieve better results, and ultimately greater success.
However, every day will not be the way you want it to be. Some days will be good, while some will be bad. You won’t be always happy and smiling. You may come across many challenges. Don’t forget to remind yourself to slow down and take care of yourself. In today’s busy lifestyle, it is necessary to relax to bring balance and joy back into your life. So, take charge of your life. Enjoy and appreciate the small things around you. Do a good deed and make others happy. Sometimes, doing something as simple as having a cup of tea with an old friend or a family member, listening to a cheerful song, or just writing down all the things that make you happy could indeed turn your day around!
Review and analyze your day before you retire at night. Reward yourself for completing the set goals and prepare the stage for the next day. This will impact your sleep and overall happiness levels. Plan for the next day, take a good rest, and wake up fresh the next morning!
If you will you are doing the same things every day, step out of your comfort zone and set aside some time to do things you have never done before. Stretch your limits. Not only will it make a boring day exciting but it will also build your confidence.
1.Who are the intended readers of the passage?

A．Teachers? B．Students? C．Workers? D．People in general

2.Why is “Read a book” mentioned in the second paragraph?

A．To show readers how to make them happy.

B．To tell readers to learn hard for their future.

C．To supply readers with ways of killing time.

D．To offer readers suggestions on hobbies.

3.What can we infer from the third paragraph?

A．Every day is beautiful and worth-remembering.

B．Your future is up to yourself and your friends.

C．A good start is definitely good for the future.

D．You should make a difference in your day.

4.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?

A．Planning your schedule for the next day the night before.

B．Getting into the habit of self-praising with goals achieved.

C．Rising early to get ready for your day with positive energy.

D．Trying something new to learn from it to stretch your limits.

5. What would be the best title for the passage?

A．How to make the most of your day

B．How to lead a happy and satisfying life

C．Act now without delay to change your life

D．Spare time to focus on daily responsibilities

We parents have sky­high hopes for our children. ___1.____. What can we do to help our kids grow up to lead happy lives? According to the experts, we can do many things to help our kids. 

___2.____ In order to succeed，children need to feel they're good at something. So expose your children to as many interests as possible, and then let them choose those they like best.    Applauded their achievements. A study found that students whose parents paid attention to their abilities were far more likely to do well in school and in life—than students whose parents didn't show such support. ____3.___

____4.____. Making his/her own decisions increases a child's sense of control and builds his/her self­esteem (自尊心). And allowing kids to make wrong decisions—so long as doing so won't harm them—helps kids learn from their mistakes.

Encouraging them to solve their own problems. As they grow, children need practice in communicating，standing up for themselves and compromising(妥协). One of the best places to learn these skills is at home. ____5.____.

A．Help them to find their talents.

B．Let them make decisions and mistakes.

C．Don’t criticize the kids in front of the public.

D．We expect them to be confident and content.

E. The children will lead a happier life if given more freedom.

F. So celebrate your kids’ achievements, no matter how small they are.

G. So the next time your child runs to you complaining that her brother is blaming her，step back and let them work it out.