You may think that English dictionaries have been used for many centuries. In fact, an English dictionary you1today wasn't made until the Qing Dynasty(清朝). Three men did most of the important2work on dictionaries. They spent nearly all their lives trying to3words for their dictionaries. For them, it was a wonderful journey. The largest dictionary in the world is Oxford English Dictionary. The4for this dictionary came from an important meeting in Britain in 1857. Twenty-two years later, Oxford University asked James Murray to be the editor of its new dictionary.
Murray had never been to5. At the age of fourteen, he left his village school in Scotland and taught himself while working in a bank.6he became a great teacher. After Oxford gave him the job, Murray had a small house7in his garden to do the work. Every morning, Murray got out of bed of five o' clock and8in the small house several hours before the new dictionary in ten years. But after five years, he was9adding words for the letter “A”! He worked on the dictionary10he was very old. Forty-four years later, in 1928, other editors finished the dictionary.
Mother's day is a holiday for mothers. It is celebrated in the United States, England, Sweden, India, Mexico and any other1. Little by little, it2widely celebrated.
Mother's day falls on the second Sunday in May.3, many people send4of love to their mothers: Those whose mothers are still living5a pink or red rose, while those whose mothers are6wear a white one.
The7of a day for mothers was first given by Miss Ana Jarvis of Philadelphia. As a result of her hard work, the celebration for the first American Mother's Day8in Philadelphia on May 10, 1908. Soon the9became popular all over the10and around the world.
My life is always filled with sadness and little joy. However, no matter what happens, I can always face it bravely.
Last year, I couldn't believe the1that I was allowed to enter the only key high school in my hometown. Then I rushed to my home and told my parents. But my father didn't seem as2as I was. He just kept smoking without saying a word and my mother put her head down and couldn't help3.
I knew very well what my family was4. My mum had been ill in bed for 2 years. We lived a hard life and I couldn't continue my schooling. I felt so upset but I could say5to my parents. I decided to help my father with his work6my family.
To my surprise, things completely changed7the beginning of the new term. My head teacher came to my family with some money, which had been8by my schoolmates. He encouraged me," Always have a dream. " With tears in my eyes, I stepped into the key high school.
I have been studying hard since I entered the high school. Whenever I meet difficulties, I always9my teacher and schoolmates. I have a college dream and I must work hard for it, no matter10hard life is. Just as a great man says, "When one door shuts, another opens in life."
Eating in Western restaurants is a little different from1in a Chinese one. When you first arrive at a Western restaurant, you should wait for the waiter2show you to a table. People usually order3own food or dishes and eat what they order. Western people don't put all of the foot in the middle of the table and share the food together.
One of the biggest4between Chinese restaurants and Western restaurants is the noise. Most Western restaurants are5and people speak in low voices. When you are eating in a Western restaurant, you can never shout to the waiters,6people may think that you are an impolite person.
When you eat in a Western restaurant, you must use a knife and fork, You must try not to make noise with your fork, spoon or glass. If you have to make a noise7sneeze, you should cover your nose to8other people from noticing it.
If you need some service, you should try to ask with your eyes but not your voice. You'd better not put up your hands or wave them to the waiter,9.
At the end of the meal , when the bill comes, most people like to divide the bill equally(平等地). This is called "Go Dutch" (AA制).10the service and food are good, you should leave a tip(小费).
Here is the story of how the teddy bear was born.
Nearly 100 years ago, President Teddy Roosevelt (罗斯福) went on a bear hunt. He e hunting in the woods. Because he was the President of the USA, the people who organized the hunt wanted to make it s
But after three days of walking and climbing and riding, no bears were found! The next day the hunt guide and his hunting dogs f found an old bear. The dogs and guide followed the bear for quite a distance until the bear was too tired to run. The dogs attacked and hurt the old bear. To stop it from running away, the guide t the bear to a tree and called for the President. Here was a bear for him to shoot! President Roosevelt came, looked at the poor old bear and said "No". He ordered that the bear should be let go.
Mr. Berryman, a cartoonist(漫画家) , heard of this story. He drew a cartoon showing how the President refused to shoot the bear while h. Mr. Michtom, owner of a toy store, came up with an idea by the cartoon. He and his wife made a toy bear and put it in his toy store window. Next to it w a copy of the cartoon. To his surprise, many people showed great i in the toy and hoped to own one. He asked for and received President Roosevelt's permission (同意) to u his name for the bear, and the teddy bear was born!
Since then the toy bear has been famous around the world and especially popular with children.
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A headmaster is giving a speech about how to perform successfully in an interview to a new school.
Interviews are held so that you can learn about the school and the school can learn about you. You should spend a couple of hours getting ready for the interview carefully. Then you will understand your questions better and get right answers on the day of the interview.
First find out about the school. Read the school introductions and look at the school websites. Then think about yourself-your strong points and ones. Try to find a few examples you could give the interviewers.
What else you want to tell the interviewer about yourself? For example, you might want to speak about your interests and outside school. These tell the interviewer what kind of person you are. Be ready to talk about why you enjoy them.
Dress properly on the day. Arrive a few minutes early. When you first meet the interviewer, greet him or her . Don't forget to smile and make eye contact. First impressions(印象) are very important. You want the interviewer to think you are and friendly.
If you get nervous, take a deep to calm yourself down. Listen to the interviewer with great care. If you don't understand the question, ask the interviewer to repeat it. Last but not least, the interview, don't forget to thank the interviewer and say goodbye.
I'm sure that you will your interviews. Best of luck, boys and girls!
