When I was about 13, my dad often took me out for a walk on Saturdays. On the way home, Dad usually stopped at the Dairy Queen in the corner and bought me a 10-cent ice cream. Gradually, I began to enjoy and expect the1 when we got to that corner. As we arrived there, we would either go2 for my favorite ice cream or turn and go home empty-handed. That corner3 either mouth-watering excitement or disappointment.
On one special day, we were heading home, and again I was praying for(祈求) the beautiful sound of Dad's4 . Then it came, "Would you like an ice cream today?"
"That5 great, Dad!"
But then he said, "Would you like to6 this time?"
Twenty cents! I was not willing to do that,7 I could afford it—I got some pocket money, plus some extra for part-time jobs. But since it was my money, I suddenly felt ice cream wasn't a good use of it. So I8 Dad and said carefully, "Well, in that case, I9 I will pass. I don't10 eating one today."
"Okay, son," my dad just said. Then we went on our way.
But when we headed home, I11 for my selfishness and realized how wrong I was. So I begged Dad to turn back, yet he just said, "That is okay. I don't really need one." I felt12 for my act, though Day didn't mind.
However, from then on, I learned to be generous.
I will tell you one more thing. We went on another trip next week. As we approached(接近) the corner, I took the13 and said, "Did, would you like an ice cream today? My treat." Then I saw a big smile on Dad's face, and he gave me a big 14 .
Gratefulness sometimes costs more than "thank you". In fact, an ice cream may 15 !
If you have only three minutes to get something that you can take from your home, and the other things are lost forever, what will you take? The following information will help you.
| B.O.B | B.O.B. is short for Bug-out Bag(求生背包). It's a bag with a collection of things that are needed for life in it. |
| Reasons to Use a B.O.B | When disasters(灾难) like earthquakes and heavy rainstorms happen, many people will have to run away from their homes and they may not return for a long time. They need to continue to live without food, water or a shelter in some unexpected situations. |
| Things in a B.O.B | A sleeping bag, or at least a thin quilt. Drinking water. High-calorie foods, such as chocolate and biscuits. Necessary medicines. Something for making a fire, and a small pot to boil water or cook. A few basic tools like a knife and some ropes(绳子). A flashlight. Money. A copy of all your important papers. (Be sure to make a B.O.B. as light as possible.) |
| Places to Keep a B.O.B | You should put a B.O.B. at a place where you can get it conveniently when disasters happen. Your home, your car, or your office can be a good place to put it. |
A B.O.B. is very helpful to the people in need. You'd better prepare more than one B.O.B. if possible. Then think of the difference a B.O.B. will make if those disasters happen. So prepare one now.
Over the past couple of years, I've noticed an increase in the number of pet dogs in public places. I am sure you've noticed that, too.
This is not really a bad thing. Dogs have been living with humans for thousands of years. Most of the time, humans benefit(受益于) from dogs. The lovely animals bring happiness to us. Some dogs can even work for us. At the same time, dogs need us. Like humans, dogs are social animals. They need to be around people or other dogs.
Therefore, it seems natural that dog owners can bring their pets along with them all the time, wherever they go, right?
Not really. The fact is, not everyone likes dogs. Many people fear dogs. For them, meeting a dog is a distressing experience. In addition, some people are allergic(对……过敏的) to dogs. Meeting a dog can cause them to develop serious illnesses. Last but not least, there are places where it is simply illegal(违法的) to bring along an animal of any kind. Examples include restaurants and grocery stores.
Even people who hate dogs would agree that the disabled(残疾人士) need their dogs to help them all day long. Some people, however, take their pets everywhere just because they like them. These dogs have never received any training for service animals. They are often the cause of public conflicts(冲突). What's worse, they can lead the disabled to lose their rights. In order to avoid trouble, some public places have begun to keep all animals—including service dogs—out.
So we must stop thinking selfishly(自私地). Don't bring your untrained dogs to public places without considering other people. Let's give a little room to people who need service dogs.
Bi Sheng was born in Song Dynasty. He lived in a small village which lies in Huanggang today. He was the world's first inventor of the printing. It is about 400 years earlier than the printing in Germany.
The printing is also called the movable-type printing(活字印刷). But how did it work in the past?
First of all, the clay was made into movable types. Then words were engraved(雕刻) carefully onto the types. After that the words were chosen and put in the right order in a box according to the text. Next, the workers brushed ink onto the movable types. Finally the types could be used for printing. They could be used again and again for different books.
The movable-type printing plays an important role in Chinese culture. With the help of it. Chinese culture spread around the world more quickly. At the same time, the movable-type printing was widely used in the world at that time. As a result, more and more culture communication among countries took place.
The movable-type printing, the compass(指南针), gunpowder and the paper-making are called the four great inventions of China. They make China own an important and even top position in the history of human civilization(文明).
It is said that the eyes are the windows to our soul(灵魂). Your eyes need everyday attention.
First, you have to pay more attention to your diet. It's good for your eyes. Also, a regular amount of vitamins(维生素) A and B2 should also be taken.
Second, you must have regular and sound sleep(酣睡). This relaxes the eye muscles and gives them the rest they need. Sleep can help the body repair its tired tissue(组织). Less sleep can give you dark circles under your eyes and you may feel sleepy during the daytime.
Blink(眨眼) your eyes at regular periods to keep your eyes moist(湿润). Besides, be sure to do some eye exercises to relax your eyes after you study for a long period of time.
Last, you should treat your eyes correctly. For example, if you get something in your eye, don't start rubbing(揉) it. Rubbing is harmful to your eyes. Don't read or write in poor or bright light because it can cause eye tiredness. Too much reading, writing, watching TV or working on a computer can also cause eye tiredness, so rest is required.
China has also taken steps to protect the students' eyesight, such as larger printing in students' textbooks, at least two hours' outdoor activities a day, regular eyesight checking, less time on e-books and so on.
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A. Eat more fresh fruit, vegetables, fish, eggs and milk. B. Next, it's necessary for you to exercise your eyes every day. C. To have healthy eyes, you have to look after them properly. D. You should sleep for at least seven to eight hours every day. E. Then, it's important to spend more time walking outdoors. F. Remember to wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from sunlight. |
A few thousand years later, Lu Yu, "the saint of tea", mentioned Shen Nong in his book Cha Jing. The book describes how tea plants (grow) and used to make tea. It also discusses where the finest tea (leaf) were produced and what kinds of water were (use).
It is believed that tea (bring) to Korea and Japan during the 6th and 7th centuries. In England, tea didn't appear around 1660, but in less than 100 years, it had become the (nation) drink. The tea trade from China to (west) countries took place in the 19th century. This helped to spread the (popular) of tea and the tea plant more places around the world. Even though many people now know about tea culture, the Chinese are without doubt the (one) who best understand the nature of tea.
要点：1）在学校：努力学习知识，养成良好的学习习惯，爱运动；
2）在家里：经常与家人交流，感恩父母，分担家务，知错就改；
3）在社会：遵守规则，在公共场合不要大声喧哗，注意安全；
4）发表你的观点。
要求：1）文中不得出现真实的人名或地名；
2）语言通顺，条理清楚，书写规范；
3）要点齐全，内容可适当发挥；
4）词数80—100（开头已给出，不计入总词数）。
Be a Virtue Teenager
Teenagers are the future of our motherland, and also the symbol of our city. What should we do to become a virtue teenager of our city?
