History has some very special qualities about it. It is a1of what has happened in the past, and the really interesting thing is that much of history has been repeated time and again. It allows us to learn from the past, both the2made and the successes achieved.
One of the advantages(优点) of history is that it allows us to know3famous people dealt with the problems in their life.4these events happened at a certain time in the past or in a different country or culture, all of them can always teach us something5.
Take the story of Thomas Edison for example and how many times he6on the road to finally inventing the light bulb (电灯泡). He could be a good example of a person7never stopped trying. I am sure he was8with those difficulties but he did not let them stop him. He had a dream and he just kept trying9he reached success.
Or think about the story of Abraham Lincoln(林肯) who10to become President(总统) of the United States even though he met lots of failure. Most of us only know about his success. 11, his life was not an easy one. His story makes us keep moving forward no matter12difficulties we have in life.
These true history stories will stop you thinking about13. Instead, they will remind you to think about going after your dreams even though you may think you don't have the courage or the14to get what you have always wanted. They could help you make decisions and choices when you have no idea what to do. They could15you to be all that you can be.
When you travel in England you can't miss the visit to Windsor Castle, the family home to British kings and queens for over 1，000 years.
Opening Times at Windsor Castle：
The castle opening hours：
◆1 Mar. 2020～31 Oct. 2020(Monday～Sunday 09：30～17：15)
◆1 Nov 2020～28 Feb. 2021(Monday～Sunday 09：45～16：15)
Prices：
Adult ticket：￡21.20
Family ticket(2 adults &3 children between 5 and 17 years old): ￡54.70
Senior/College student ticket: ￡19.30
Under 17 years old/Disabled ticket: ￡12.30
Castle Closing Dates：
The castle will be closed on the following dates:
◆17&18 Jun.2020
◆12 Oct. 2020
Top tips：
◆Buy your ticket on the Internet before you arrive to save some time.
◆If you want to see the Changing of the Guard ceremony, get to the Castle grounds at 11: 00.During the summer it takes place every day, if the weather is good.
If you've ever traveled with other people, chances are you have to think about them. When you want to get up early to watch the sunrise, for example, your friends may think enough sleep is more important. And when you want to try the exotic food, your friends might say it looks strange and take you to a Chinese restaurant instead.
▲ . According to reports, the percentage of people who travel alone in the UK has been increasing, from 6 percent in 2011, to 12 percent in 2017, and to 15 percent this year. Most of these people said traveling alone allows them to "do what they want".
In fact, traveling alone is only a part of a recent trend of people wanting to take more time alone – or what's called "me time". "Imagine yourself as a full glass of water and everything and everyone else that needs your attention is an empty glass. When you provide what is needed to them you are using your own water supply," editor Nicole Lyons says. "But how are you refilling your glass? This is where your ‘me time' comes in."
However, it's still common that those who do things alone are losers and that they're alone simply because they don't have anybody to be with. But why can't people just be enough for themselves?
The now Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle once wrote on her blog in 2016 about how she enjoyed traveling alone. "It's not easy. But it's important," she wrote. "To be present and to power through the feelings that waffle through your head and heart of loneliness and boredom. Let that stuff go. Enjoy it alone."
Dear Teens,
①Do you wonder why some kids can stay calm while others get nervous so easily? Why do some kids do everything very quickly while others are very sluggish? Why are some kids always happy while some feel upset all times?
②One of the answers to these questions is personality（个性）. People were born with different personalities. A baby gets its blood type, genes（基因）and other physical things when it is still inside its mother. These factors（因素）make part of your personality. Besides, family life, school learning and life experiences can also decide what kind of person you are. You may not like your personality. Don't worry. You can always try to change it and make yourself better.
③If you are a selfish person who always thinks of yourself, you can start this way. Try to give others a hand and ask for nothing in return. The happiness you get from giving instead of receiving will help you change your personality.
④If you are very shy and don't know how to make friends, just tell yourself to smile at others and start talking to others with warm greetings. You are sure to have more friends than you used to do.
⑤If you are a sluggish person who always does things slowly, you'd better make a plan every day. When you finish something, draw a happy face. If not, draw a crying one. No one would like to see a crying face and you will have the desire to change it into a smiling one.
⑥All in all, don't get too worried about your shortcomings（缺点）. No one is perfect. That's why many people are trying to change. Don't give yourself a hard time about it all. It's not easy to change the habits overnight. Remember "Rome is not built in a day". Keep working at it. One day you'll see that you can turn over a new leaf and be a new person.
Dr. Olson
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Emily and Anne did know, of course. They had known about Charlotte's book for a long time. Jane Eyre was not the first book that Charlotte had sent to a publisher. Over a year ago she had written another book, The Professor, and sent it to one publisher after another. Each publisher had sent it back, in a packet addressed to Currer Bell. And then Charlotte had sent it, in the same old packet, to another publisher, and then another, and got it back again.
"Why didn't you change the paper on the packet, my dear?" I asked.
Charlotte smiled. "I didn't think of it, papa. The worst day was when we were in Manchester, going to the eye doctor. Do you remember?" The packet came back then. That was the day before I started writing Jane Eyre."
"Do you mean that you started writing Jane Eyre while I was lying in the dark room in Manchester?"
"That's right, papa."
"But that's only six months ago, and here is the book in my hand!"
"Yes, papa. The book was printed a month later after I sent it to the publisher."
"My dear! They decided very quickly that they liked it, then!"
"I think they did, papa. After all, it is a good book, isn't it?"
She smiled at me. I don't think I have ever seen her so happy. She is a very small person, Charlotte, and not a beautiful woman; but when she smiles like that, her face shines like a fine painting. My wife used to look like that sometimes when I first met her.
I took her hand in mine. "It is a very good book, my dear. I cannot tell you how proud I am."
She touched my hand. "Thank you, papa. But you must not be proud of me alone. You know, another two of your daughters—Anne and Emily ..."
"Oh no, Charlotte, please!" Emily said.
But Charlotte did not stop. "Anne and Emily have written good books too, and their books will soon be published as well! Let me introduce them to you, papa. These young ladies—Anne and Emily, are "not" your daughters—they are separately Acton Bell and Ellis Bell, brothers of the famous writer Currer Bell!"
Emily's face was bright red, but Anne and Charlotte started laughing. I was very surprised.
"All three of you!" I said. "But ... but why do you use these strange names?"
"Because people are stupid, papa." Anne said. "No one thinks women can write good books, so we have used men's names. And now they say that Currer Bell is a writer who understands women very well!" She laughed again.
a. The book Jane Eyre was published.
b. Charlotte wrote a book named The Professor.
c. Charlotte wrote a book named Jane Eyre.
d. The family went to the eye doctor in Manchester.
e. The books by Charlotte's sisters would be published.
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Football is one of the most （受欢迎的）sports in the world. The biggest international football game is the World Cup. Every four years, （几乎）half of the population in the world watch the World Cup.
Uruguay won the first World Cup in 1930. Brazil has （成功地）won the World Cup five times. The Brazilian style of football is beautiful to watch—full of tricks and（技能）. The 2010 FIFA World Cup took place in South Africa. It was the first cup hosted in Africa. The 2014 FIFA World Cup began on June 12 in Brazil, and it （持续）about one month. The national teams of 32 countries competed in 64 matches. New technology was used in the Brazil World Cup. For example, electronic sensors were used to check（是否）the ball crossed the goal line or not. And the 2018 FIFA World Cup was held in Russia from June 14 to July 15. It was the first time the World Cup was held in Russia and in （东部的）European countries. On the early morning of July 16, 2018, France （打败）Croatia 4-2 and won the 2018 World Cup.
Although the Chinese National team hasn't made it to the World Cup. Most Chinese,（包括） me, feel sad about it. But it doesn't stop Chinese football fans watching the matches. I hope the Chinese National team will have the （机会）to take part in the FIFA World Cup soon.
Many people love reading books. I love reading as well. I love many different kinds of books, because books not only open my mind also give me courage.
So far, I (read) a lot of books, such as magazines, novels and storybooks. My favourite book is The Story of My Life. It (write) by American writer Helen Keller in 1902. She was a blind, deaf and dumb person. In the book, she wrote that she had not been able to see, hear or speak she was one year and seven months old. This unusual thing made her very sad. (lucky), she met her good teacher, Miss Sullivan at the age of seven. Helen was getting happier every day. Then, Miss Sullivan helped her learn how(write) English words. At first, Miss Sullivan wrote some words on Helen's hands with her own fingers again and again. Helen was a very hardworking girl. She tried as much as possible to remember words. After that, she wrote many famous
(work). The Story of My Life is one of (they).
The Story of My Life(describe) her struggle（斗争）to become a good writer and educationist of the world.
It shows usimportant truth: Nothing is difficult if you put your heart into it! This is why I like it best.
Table manners are different from country to country. If you visit a friend's home for a meal, it's good to know about certain customs.
Morocco
In many homes, people often sit on the floor to eat a meal. Often, everyone eats from the same plate. It is in the center of the table. Only eat the food in front of you. Don't reach across someone for food.It is common to use your fingers and small pieces of bread to eat food. Use only your right hand to eat. Don't say "no" to food. If the host offers you food or drink, take some and try a little. Also remember: In many homes, it is common to take off your shoes.
The United States
In most homes, people usually sit on chairs when they eat a meal. People eat from their own plate or bowl, but sometimes people share desserts. If you want something (for example, the water), ask for it. Reaching across someone is rude. It's OK to eat things like sandwiches, fruit, French fries, pizza, and some kinds of meat with your fingers. It's OK to say "no" to food if you don't like it. Also remember: People often talk when they eat a meal together.
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Manners in Morocco Sit on the floor to eat. Everyone eats from the same . Don't say "no" to food. Manners in the US Sit on to eat. Eat from their own plate. It's to say "no" to food. Manners in both countries Eat some food with . It's to reach across someone for food. |
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