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Get a goo idea Choose a topic carefully. You can talk more easily about something you like and know about. |
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It's better to say less. Choose a few good ideas and think about how to communicate them clearly to your audience（听众;观众）. |
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BEGINNING: Think of an interesting way to begin. MDDLE: Think carefully about this part of your talk. END: People often remember the ending best, so plan this part of your talk first. |
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Write your main ideas on a card. It helps you remember your talk while practicing. When you can do it easily without notes, then you're ready. |
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When you do the talk |
Talk more slowly than you usually do but speak more loudly than usual. Make sure that everyone can hear you easily. |
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Talk to your audience, not to your hands or to the floor. Look around the room at people's faces and check they're listening. |
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A. Don't try to say too much B. Don't speak too fast C. Make notes and prepare D. Plan your talk E. Look up not down F. Finish on time
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Air Jordan (飞人乔丹) shoes are very popular and expensive. The first Air Jordan shoes were made in 1985. The next Air Jordan shoes came out in 1986. These shoes were special for basketball shoes, because they were made in Italy in 1990, which gave them a luxury (奢侈的) feel. Two years later, the third Air Jordan shoes were produced.
If you want to make your shoes look new, first, get out a toothbrush and some cleaning oil. Second, spray (喷) the oil on the shoes. Third, wash the dirt off with the toothbrush repeatedly while you are scrubbing (擦) . Finally scrub the shoes with a paper towel or clean cloth If you did a good job, your shoes should look as nice as when you first got them.
If you go to a dance party, you'll need to wear dress shoes. However, wearing dress shoes for a few minutes can be really painful. To solve the problem, you can bring a box of band-aids (创口贴) with you. When your feet hurt, put on those band-aids. The band-aids will create something that will reduce pain.
When playing golf and bowling (保龄球) , people need to wear special shoes. Golf shoes have sharp metal spikes (鞋钉) , while bowling shoes have almost no spikes a tall Both these shoes help players perform. Besides looking silly golf shoes and bowling shoes do not have soles (鞋底) that are fit for street use.
Are you wearing shoes? Why? People wear shoes for many reasons. The fist and most important reason is to protect their feet. Shoes keep people from hurting their feet while walking on hard roads. Some people wear special shoes designed to help them play a game. Some people wear expensive shoes to look fashionable. And a lot of other people wear shoes so that their feet won't stink (发臭) up the room.
Some experts believe that burpee (立卧撑) is the best exercise in the world because this exercise is one that anyone can do very easily and extremely cheaply.
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Keep your back straight, squat (下蹲) down and place your hands on the floor.
Begin in a standing position with your back straight and your arms at your sides.
Bring your feet back to the squat position by placing your hands on the floor. Then jump straight up as high as you can after the squat position, holding your arms up directly over your head.
Move your feet back behind you, so that you move from a squat position to a full-length leg extension. Keep both arms and legs straight and strong.
As a form of exercise, the burpee is .
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How to get that job!
Interviews can be quite frightening but our top five tips can help you. Don't worry — relax! Remember these things and you'll be fine.
Find out exactly where the interview is and how to get there. Remember that buses and trains can often be late so allow plenty of time. It's better to be early than late.
Think about what the interviewer will ask you. He or she will probably ask about your qualifications（资格）and your experience but they'll also ask you why you want the job as well. Think of some possible questions and prepare your answers before you go.
I you wear something new it will make you feel uncomfortable. It's best to wear something smart but something you like and feel happy in.
In the interview don't sit looking at your feet. Make sure you sit up and look the interviewer in the eye. This makes you look honest and more confident.
It's a good idea to ask questions at the interview. Ask about the company or the job. Prepare some questions before the interview. It makes you look more interested if you do this.
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A. Ask a question! B. Be relaxed. C. Wear comfortable clothes. D. Be on time! E. Make eye contact（眼神交流）! F. Be prepared! |
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GAME TTME |
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Game 1 |
On the table are all kinds of things in a mess. The players use the hook(钩) to pull one thing out of the mess without moving any others. If you pull out the most, you win. To win this game, you need to be skillful and patient! |
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Game 2 |
You need a bag, collect small things like pencils, erasers and so on from the players and put them in the bag. Now pull one thing out of the bag without looking inside. Then give the owner of the thing a task, such as jumping like a frog, singing like a cock, etc. You're sure to enjoy playing and watching this game. You'll laugh a lot! |
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Game 3 |
One player acts as the cat, a bowl in one hand and a coin in the other. Other players hold a line with an object as a mouse in each hand. The cat flips（抛）the coin. If it lands heads up, the cat catches the mouse in the player's left hand; if it lands tails up, the cat catches the mouse in the player's right hand. To win this game, you must be smart and act rapidly! |
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5 Questions for Jose Hernandez As a kid, he dreamed big dreams-- then worked hard to make them come true. | |
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We were farm workers. Until I was 12, my family moved around every two or three months, following the harvest (丰收) of crops in California. That helped define me I always work hard. |
It was December of 1972. I was 10, watching the final Apollo mission on a black-and-white TV. When I saw astronaut Gene Cernan walking on the Moon, I told myself, "I want to be an astronaut." |
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NASA refused me not once, not twice, but eleven times! I finally got chosen the twelfth time. Five years later, I flew on my first mission to the International Space Station. Never give up! |
Floating (漂浮) ! You're always floating. My favorite food was a burrito with scrambled eggs. We take tortillas to space because bread creates tiny pieces. It's really fun. |
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As we passed over North America, I could see Canada, the US, Mexico, and other parts of Latin America. It surprised me that I couldn't tell where one country ended and the next started. Borders are human-made. From up there, we're just one. | |
| A. When did you decide to be an astronaut? B. What did you love about space? C. What was your life like as a kid? D. What was it like to see the earth from space? E. What challenges did you face? |
Hopes, ambitions (抱负), dreams. How many of yours will you achieve? When you look back at your life in the future, will you have good memories of all his things that you did? Or will you regret all the things that you didn't do?
Of course, there's no easy road to success, but one thing is certain: success won't come if you don't do anything. So how do you do it? This four-step model will help you to make your dreams come true.
Step 1:
What would you like to do? Write down all your ambitions. They may be very general, such as I would like to be fitter. I want to be famous, or It would be nice to have more friends. Or they may be more specific, like I've always wanted to play a musical instrument.
Step 2:
Now you need to do two things:
⒈ Choose one or two ambitions. If you try to do everything, you won't do anything.
⒉ Set a time limit (限定). This is very important, because you will have a goal and you will also know when you have reached it.
So, for example, I would like to be fitter in Step 1 now becomes I will be fit enough to join a half-marathon race by the end of August.
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Now that you've made your choice, what are you actually going to do to achieve your goal? So, in our example, I will be fit enough to join a half-marathon race by the end of August, becomes I'm going to join a running club, or I'm going to go jogging three times a week.
Step 4:
This is when you change your intentions (意图) into specific actions. Prepare to do something at a specific time. If you don't do this, your dreams and plans will just stay as dreams and plans. So now I'm going to join a running club, becomes I'm meting the president of the Cheetahs Running Club on Monday evening at 5∶30.
Don't let your ambitions die. Follow this four-step plan and make your dream come true.
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A. Change I would like to…to I will.… B. Change I did.…to I do… C. How to be successful D. Change I'm going to…to I'm doing… on… at… E. Think about your ambitions F. Change I will.…to I'm going to. . . |
Kids seem like they're always touching everything in their environment, from tables and chairs to doors and stairs. Since those surfaces may hold germs(细菌),you can help your child avoid illness by encouraging them not to touch their face throughout the day.
Once your child is about 3 years old, you can begin having conversations with them and avoiding germs, including the importance of washing their hands and how touching their face can spread germs to their nose and mouth. While just knowing this information probably won't help them break the habit, it can help set the groundwork.
If you don't want to criticize(批评)your child when they forget, it is important to remind them when you see them with their hands around their face or mouth. Sometimes, just knowing that they're doing it will be enough to help them stop doing it.
It can be hard to remember sometimes, but look for chances to let your child know when they're doing a good job of keeping their hands away from their face. Encouraging words can be a really powerful motivation(动机)for kids to keep trying when they're learning something new.
Children often touch their faces or mouths without thinking about it. Many times, it's just because they're bored and they're looking for a way to excite themselves. If you think that might be the case, try giving your child a toy they can hold onto.
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A. Point out any time you see your child touching their face. B. Encourage your child to wash their face carefully. C. Offer your child something they can hold. D. Explain why it's important if your child is old enough. E. Praise your child when they aren't touching their face. |
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Built in the late 1800s, Batsford Arboretum is among the largest wild gardens in England, home to a collection of some of the world's most beautiful trees, bamboos, and shrubs. It's perfect for a peaceful walk beside the small rivers and pools.
Early daffodils(水仙花)and a cherry collection in spring. The Handkerchief Tree and wildflower areas in summer. To smell the flowers of reds, yellows and golds in autumn. Ice and snow turn the Arboretum into a magical wonderland.
Batsford Arboretum is just one mile west of Moreton-in-Marsh on the A44. There are road signs all the way. Visitor Information
We are open every day except Christmas Day. In bad weather we may close the Arboretum, so please call us on 01386701441 before setting out. Pets
Parking for cars and coaches is FREE. You'll find picnic areas near to the lower car parks. Sorry no picnics in the Arboretum.
Sign up to receive our regular email newsleters if you love Batsford; Check for the latest admission charges（门票价格）before you come. Website: www batsarb.co.uk Email: arboreum@basfordoundation.co.k
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A. Opening times B. How to find us C. Parking and picnics D. Keep in touch E. A garden for all seasons |
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Leo enjoys travelling and wants to learn how to make different typical dishes. |
A. Night Light The writer talks about his hard life as a blind person, and describes the challenges on his way to success. |
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Jeff loves the countryside and enjoys writing. He wants to develop his writing skills. |
B. Action Plan It's all about famous sportspeople and includes lots of interviews about what they've done to succeed. |
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Chloe loves doing sports and would like to learn how top sportspeople succeed. |
C. Days in the Sun The writer describes his happy early life on a small farm, and how travelling around the countryside helped him to become a writer. |
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Mia likes books about exciting experiences happening in the past. |
D. Endless Days It's about a true story of the first pilots. With plenty of photos, the book brings history to life for readers. |
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Dan wants to read books about someone who's brave enough to face his challenges. |
E. Our Lives This is the perfect book if you're interested in cultures. It introduces recipes(菜谱）for traditional dishes from different places. |
Ingredients
200g dark chocolate 50g butter 4 spoons of cornflakes (玉米片) 50g honey |
Instructions
Step1. Break the dark chocolate into small pieces. Put them into a saucepan. | Step2. Add the butter and honey (sugar is also OK). |
Step3. Heat gently until the mixture is smooth. Stir (搅动) the mixture while it is heating. Do not let the mixture boil. | Step4. Take the saucepan off the heat and wait for 5 minutes. Add the cornflakes to the mixture. Mix it well. |
Step 5. Spoon the mixture into paper cake cups. Put the cups with chocolate crunchies into the fridge. Leave them for six hours to set. | |
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A. You probably sit right at the front of the class if you re longing for knowledge. B. Research suggests that the seat you choose in the classroom says a lot about you and your personality. C. Do you sit in the middle of the classroom? D. This means it's a good idea to sit in a different place every day. E. People often think that students who sit at the back are lazy. F. Students who sit at the side of the classroom are normally interested in class. |
Where you sit and how you fit
For more than seventy years, researchers and teachers have studied the link between the place where students choose to sit in class and what they are like as people and learners. Where do you usually decide to sit? Have you ever really thought about the reasons for your decision?
But is this really true? Well, some researchers say it is not. In fact, shy students often choose the back row because it is far away from the teacher and they don't want to answer questions. At the back, students probably won't speak much, but in big classrooms, it can be hard to see the board and hear what the teacher is saying. This could be the reason why students who sit here often get lower grades on tests and exams. For students with poor eyesight or hearing, a seat at the back of the classroom is not a good choice.
However, they like watching and listening rather than joining in. These students are usually also very good at taking notes. Next time you miss a class, borrow notes from someone who sits here. On the sides of the classroom you will generally find modest and thoughtful people. These people usually get good grades in school and are interested in learning.
Then the statistics (统计数据) say you probably like your teacher. You probably also have a good relationship with your classmates. Caring, outgoing, and cheerful people usually sit in the middle. They are normally serious about learning and feel disappointed with low grades on tests and exams.
Students who sit here usually want to discuss things with the teacher and are often very interested in the subject. They want to be in the best place to see and hear everything the teacher does and says. The only problem with sitting here is that it can be difficult to see and hear what other students do and say in class. So, if you really want to hear what everyone says in class, choose a different place to sit.
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A. Remember there is hope for everyone! B. Open your eyes and you are ready to go! C. Your mind goes blank! D. Be more silent! E. Well, don't do that! |
Public speaking is one of the top three fears among adults in both the UK and the US. Here are some suggestions that deal with some of the most common problems people experience with public speaking.
Invite the attention in
Do you hate that moment when you stand up in front of a group to speak and everybody looks at you? . It's a sign that people are interested and want to hear what you have to say. Welcome those looks!
Beat the brain freeze
Have you ever been in the middle of speaking and suddenly……brain freeze! . It is possible that you forgot something for the moment. And you are holding your breath! All you need to do is to trust yourself, clear your mind, focus and breathe. The thoughts will come rushing back to your mind in no time. Phew!
Increase your confidence
Use this exercise to get in touch with the "naturally confident (自信的) you" inside. Close your eyes and remember a special time you felt really relaxed and confident. Imagine the feeling of relaxation rushing through your whole body. It will pass information to your brain that you are confident and happy.
Whether you are someone who just wants to move from good to great with your speaking, or someone who feels too afraid to stand up and speak, the great news is that you can move forward, be relaxed, and turn into a great speaker.
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A. Bad influences B. Sleeping hours C. The most tiring moments D. Good sleeping habits |
Sleep plays an important role in our life. A lack of sleep can influence our ability to work and study.
Normal people need 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. But for teenagers, a healthy amount (数量) is about 8 to 10 hours. Sadly, only 1/3 of people manage that.
Tiredness usually reaches its highest twice a day, at 2 a.m. and 2 p.m. That explains why students easily fall asleep in afternoon classes. So sleeping at noon for a while helps us work better in the rest of the day
People can make mistakes if they don't get enough sleep. Students cannot pay attention in class or do well in sports. Drivers who have fallen asleep while driving have caused 1%-10% of the traffic accidents in our life. And we can imagine what will happen if a doctor feels sleepy at the operating-table!
There are several ways that can help us sleep better, such as avoiding drinks that make us excited late in the day, going to sleep at the same time each night, and sleeping in a comfortable place that is dark, quiet and warm.
| A. Smell good B. Dress to impress C. Get ready for a speech D. A smile goes a long way E. Be careful about your body language F. Decide what image（形象）you want to present |
A. Advantages of the new road. B. Disadvantages of the new road. C. New road in Moatton D. The new road will reduce the number of cars in Moatton. E. I think that the new road will be a good thing for Moatton. |
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A. Fill in the price and the password carefully. B. Use your smartphone to scan the Alipay QR code(二维码). C. Add a bank card and enter your card information. D. The payment completion page is shown after you click the "pay" button. E. Get the app of Alipay. Sign up with your mobile phone number, then set a password. |
Getting English Language Learners to Put Down the Books and Have Some Fun Even if there's so much about English that can be learned from a book or even in a traditional classroom setting, a lot of the language can still be learned best in more relaxing situations where students are having fun. Here are some suggestions.
★ Communicate with strangers. If you live in an area filled with English speakers, get students out of the classroom. Students may not speak to strangers, but they'll hear conversations taking place and may begin to understand how the words learnt in the classroom are actually used in everyday speech.
★Let their guard down. One difficult thing for learners is confidence（自信）when they speak English. Fun activities, especially those outside of the classroom, give students a chance to feel relaxed. It may take a bit of time at the beginning, but once students get into it, they'll start to get confidence.
★ Make use of English media (媒体). Most recorded language instruction is pretty boring and it can get tiring hearing the same voice repeat the same phrases. They will hear common expressions and more everyday conversations in the movie. If they're not sure about something they hear, it can turn into a more formal lesson once back in the classroom.
★ Casual (随意的) conversations give learners the chance to hear or use English in situations. They can talk all they want about expressions to use while dining out or informal words to use with friends, but it takes a trip to McDonald's or a picnic in the park for many of those expressions to truly set in.
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A. You can let students go to a movie in English. B. Put them among other English speakers. C. They may hate to speak English. D. Hear or use English in situations. E. They will speak more freely. |
Henry, I'd like to enter your Camp X-treme. （不超过10个单词）
Peter: Let's welcome Henry, the camp leader of the most popular summer camp in our city to Peter's Show!
Henry: Thank you, Peter!
Peter: Henry, why did you open up a camp?
Henry: Ten years ago, I spent thrce wecks at a summer camp and had the best time of my life. I remember every day I was there, and I still have friends from then. So, I decided I wanted other children to have the same experience as me.
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Henry:Well, after I left school, I worked at a few summer camps. I wasn't a camp leader then and I didn't get any money for it, but I learmed whai a good leader needs to do. So, when I opened my own summer camp seven years ago, I was ready to become a camp leader. Since then I've organized lots of unforgettable activities. The kids love it.
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Henry: Actually, it's easy to make such a decision. I will think about what kids want to learn from a summer camp. They want adventure and exciting activities, They want to go home and say"You won't believe what I did!"So, extreme sports were the best idca.
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Henry: Kids have been coming to my camp for many years now, and I hardly hear any kids or parents complain(抱怨）。 The only problem I have is when there are too many kids who want to join. I have to tell them to come back the following year. Of course, they aren't very happy with the news.
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A. How long have yow worked as a camp leader? B. Have you had any problems since the camp opened? C. How did vou decide what kind of camp vou wanted to open? |
Are You Ready For High School?
If you can do these things by the time you go to high school, you'll get on well with others in high school.
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A little respect(尊重)goes a long way. Don't help yourself to her personal things in the room, and let her know if you plan to treat friends there. If you don't feel like you're being treated fairly, have a talk face to face.
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The first meeting with someone really does matter. To make an immediate connection, look a person in the eye and give a firm handshake, keep eye contact while you're chatting and mention the person's name when saying goodbye.
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One study found that holding something in can make you feel lonely and sad. So for your health and friendships, write down the secret in a safe place instead of talking about others in public.
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If someone did something nice for you--a gift, some help, now's the time to take out your pen! Sending the person a handwritten note card within 48 hours afterward is a sign that you really have it together.
A. Keep a secret B. the Best Roommate C. Make a Great First Impression(印象) D. Write a Fantastic Thank-You Note |
⑸Please give one more suggestion on how to get on well with others. (回答不多于7个单词)
A world of trees, and so much more!
The 1 and 2 Johnsons Excel-bus from Stratford-upon-Avon drops passengers at the end of our mile-long drive.
Dogs are welcome throughout the Visitor Centre and the Arboretum but must be closely watched all times.
