Remember the famous Rabbit-Turtle race? We all know that at the end of the story the Rabbit was not able to beat the Turtle.

Well, this was actually not the end of the story. After this, they ran again. The Rabbit realized that he lost the first race because of his laziness, so in the second race, he didn’t stop and so he defeated the Turtle. After that, the Turtle learned that he lost the second race because the Rabbit was actually better at running than he was.

So, in the third race, the Turtle chose the route they would take during the race. When the race started, the Rabbit soon disappeared, but had to stop when he came to a river. The Turtle reached the river shortly after, crossed it and won the race. From this, the Rabbit learned that being faster is not enough; one should have brains as well to complete the task.

The Rabbit and the Turtle decided to run again, but this time they were just running, not having a race. While running, the Turtle put the Rabbit on his back. After crossing the river, the Rabbit again put the Turtle on his back and both of them reached the finishing point in less time than ever.

They both learned that with teamwork they can finish the same task quicker, and then both of them can enjoy the reward. During the time they were competing against each other, neither of them realized the time and energy they were wasting running on their own.

21.What did the Rabbit learn from the first race?

A. He should have a good rest before the race. B. He should keep running during the race.

C. He should practice a lot before the race.   D. He should use his brains to finish the race.

22.What did the Turtle and the Rabbit have in common during the races?

A. They both ran fast.                B. Neither of them was clever.

C. They both knew their own advantages. D. Both of them gave up during the races.

23.How did they reach the finishing line in less time than ever in the last paragraph?

A. The Turtle practiced running more.  B. The Rabbit practiced how to swim.

C. They cooperated with each other.    D. They both learned from the other animals.

Speaking English is not only about using proper grammar. To use English correctly, you need to understand the culture in which it is spoken. Here are a number of important tips to remember when speaking English in the USA.

*General points to remember

Most Americans only speak English. While it is true that more and more Americans speak Spanish, most Americans only speak English.

Americans have difficulties understanding foreign accents. Many Americans are not used to foreign accents.

*Conversation tips

Speak about location. Americans love to talk about location. When speak to a stranger, ask them where they are from and then make a conversation with that place.

*Addressing people

Use last names with people you don’t know. Always use “Ms” when addressing women. Many Americans prefer first names.

Americans prefer informal. In general, Americans prefer informal greetings and using first names or nicknames when speaking with workmates and friends.

*Public behavior

Always shake hands.

Look at your parter in the eyes.

Don’t hold hands. Same sex friends do not usually hold hands or put their arms around each other in public in the USA.

Smoking, even in public places, is strongly disagreed by most modern Americans.

24. A: Oh, by the way, where are you from?

   B: Miami.

   A: Really? I’ve been there several times; it’s really a lovely place.

   Which of the following tips does this conversation concern about?

A. Conversation tips   B. Addressing people

C. Public behavior     D. General points to remember

25. If you are introduced to a woman called Peal S. Buck, how should you address her?

A. Ms. Peal  B. Miss Peal S.  C. Ms Buck   D. Madam Buck

26. We can learn from the passage that_______.

A. Americans shake hands when greeting same sex friends

B. when you speak to others, it’s polite to look into their eyes

C. different sex friends should hold hands when meeting at the first time

D. smoking is not allowed in the modern USA

 We know that many animals do not stay in one place. Birds, fish and other animals move from one place to another at a certain time. They move for different reasons: most of them move to find food more easily, but others move to get away from places that are too crowded.

When cold weather comes, many birds move to warmer places to find food. Some fishes give birth in warm water and move to cold water to feed. The most famous migration（迁徙）is probably the migration of the fish, which is called “salmon”. This fish is born in fresh water but it travels many miles to salt water. There it spends its life. When it is cold, it returns to its birthplace in fresh water. Then it gives birth and dies there. In northern Europe, there is a kind of mouse. They leave their mountain homes when they become too crowded. They move down to the low land. Sometimes they move all the way to the seaside, and many of them are killed when they fall into the sea.

Recently, scientists have studied the migration of a king of lobster. Every year, when the season of bad weather arrives, the lobsters get into a long line and start to walk across the floor of the ocean. Nobody knows why they do this, and nobody knows where they go.

So, sometimes we know why humans and animals move from one place to another, but at other time we don’t. Maybe things just like to travel.

27.Most animals move from one place to another at a certain time to ______.

A. give birth            B. enjoy warmer weather 

C. find food more easily  D. find beautiful places

28.The fish called “salmon” spends a long life in ________.

A. salt water  B. rivers  C. fresh water  D. its birthplace

29.The mice in northern Europe move when ______.

A. they give birth            B. the weather is bad 

C. the place gets too crowded  D. they haven’t enough food

30.The lobsters move _______.

A. to the fresh water  B. to the sea floor  C. at a certain time  D. to find more food

31.What is the main idea of the passage?

A. Animals move in order to find food more easily

B. The migration of the fish called “salmon” is the most famous migration.

C. Living things move from one place to another because they like to travel

D. Sometimes we know why and how living things move from one place to another, but sometimes we don’t.

It’s not easy being a teenager—nor is it easy being the parent of a teenager. You can make your child feel angry, hurt, or misunderstood by what you say without realizing it yourself. It is important to give your child the space he needs to grow while gently letting him know that you will still be there for him when he needs you.

Expect a lot from your child, just not everything. Except for health and safety problems, such as drug use or careless driving, consider everything else open to discussion. If your child is unwilling to discuss something, don’t insist he tell you what’s on his mind. The more you insist, the more likely that he’ll clam up. Instead, let him attempt to solve things by himself. At the same time, remind him that you’re always there for him if he should seek advice or help. Show respect for your teenager’s privacy. Never read his mail or listen in on personal conversations.

Teach your teenager that the family phone is for the whole family. If your child talks on the family’s telephone for too long, tell him he can talk for 15 minutes, but then he must stay off the phone for at least an equal period of time. This not only frees up the line so that other family members can make and receive calls, but teaches your teenager moderation（节制）. Or if you are open to the idea, allow your teenager to have his own phone that he pays for with his own pocket money or a part-time job.

32. The main purpose of the text is to tell parents____.

A. how to get along with a teenager   B. how to respect a teenager

C. how to understand a teenager      D. how to help a teenager grow up

33. What does the phrase “clam up” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?

A. become excited  B. show respect  C. refuse to talk  D. seek help

34. The last paragraph is about how to teach a teenager_______.

A. to use the phone in a sensible（合理的）way

B. to pay for his own telephone

C. to share the phone with friends

D. to answer the phone quickly

35. What should parents do in raising a teenager according to the text?

A. Not allow him to learn driving or take drugs

B. Give him advice only when necessary

C. Let him have his own telephone

D. Not talk about personal things with him.

How to communicate better

  Each of us must communicate with others in this word. Sometimes communication is easy and your behavior is in harmony with(与…协调一致)others. 36_______There are times when you are completely misunderstood. Therefore, it is really necessary to follow the tips below to increase your communication skills.

Nod your head

  People can think far faster than you can talk. If you want somebody to agree with you, nod your head slightly up and down.37______

Be respectful of space

  Everyone has a spatial(空间的)requirement. 38______Most people are not close talkers. Standing too close during conversations makes some people want to jump out of their skin（大吃一惊）.Keep this in mind, especially if you have eaten garlic for lunch.

Smile

Smiling will not only make you feel better, but also make whomever you are speaking with feel better.39______This takes practice, but the benefits or learning how to eye smile can produce communication candy.

40_______

  When you first meet someone, be sure to shake his hand firmly and look directly into his eyes with a smile. There is nothing worse than receiving a careless handshake from someone. Handshakes can tell you a lot about people.

A. Smile with your eyes

B. Have a firm handshake 

C. However, this is not always the case

D. If you don’t have anything good to say, say nothing

E. Don’t stand too close to someone that you are speaking with

F. There are many ways that we can improve our communication skills

G. This body language will encourage whomever you are speaking with to agree with you