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As We Speak
by Peter Meyers, Shann Nix
The world is full of brilliant people whose ideas are never heard. This book is designed to make sure that you’re not one of them. Whether you are speaking to a large audience or in a one-on-one conversation, the way in which you communicate ideas, as much as the ideas themselves, can determine success or failure. In this invaluable guide, you’ll learn to master principles that you can apply in a wide variety of situations.
Triple(使增至三倍)Your Reading Speed
by Wade E.Cutler
This fourth edition of the book does just that--with tests that make it fun and simple to acquire the skills that will give you an advantage in school and on the job. The method helps you to break old habits that may be slowing you down, and develop strategies for increased comprehension in less time.
The Memory Book
by Harry Lorayne, Jerry Lucas
Unlock the hidden power of your mind through Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas’s simple memory system, and you can become more effective and more powerful. Discover how easy it is to remember things; learn foreign words with ease; read with speed and greater understanding; shine in the classroom and shorten study hours.
How to Become a Straight-A student
by Cal Newport
Most college students believe that straight A’s can be achieved only through cramming(突击式学习) and painful all-nighters at the library. But Cal Newport knows that real straight-A students don’t study harder--they study smarter. A breakthrough approach to completing academic tasks very well, How to Become a Straight-A student reveals for the first time the proven study secrets of real straight-A students across the country and turns them into a simple, practical system that anyone can master.
【小题1】According to the first advertisement, some brilliant people’s ideas are never heard
because_____.
【小题2】What do Triple Your Reading Speed and The Memory Book have in common?
【小题3】How to Become a Straight-A student mainly conveys the message that______.
【小题4】Which of the following books focuses on discovering your unknown potential?
by Peter Meyers, Shann Nix
The world is full of brilliant people whose ideas are never heard. This book is designed to make sure that you’re not one of them. Whether you are speaking to a large audience or in a one-on-one conversation, the way in which you communicate ideas, as much as the ideas themselves, can determine success or failure. In this invaluable guide, you’ll learn to master principles that you can apply in a wide variety of situations.
Triple(使增至三倍)Your Reading Speed
by Wade E.Cutler
This fourth edition of the book does just that--with tests that make it fun and simple to acquire the skills that will give you an advantage in school and on the job. The method helps you to break old habits that may be slowing you down, and develop strategies for increased comprehension in less time.
The Memory Book
by Harry Lorayne, Jerry Lucas
Unlock the hidden power of your mind through Harry Lorayne and Jerry Lucas’s simple memory system, and you can become more effective and more powerful. Discover how easy it is to remember things; learn foreign words with ease; read with speed and greater understanding; shine in the classroom and shorten study hours.
How to Become a Straight-A student
by Cal Newport
Most college students believe that straight A’s can be achieved only through cramming(突击式学习) and painful all-nighters at the library. But Cal Newport knows that real straight-A students don’t study harder--they study smarter. A breakthrough approach to completing academic tasks very well, How to Become a Straight-A student reveals for the first time the proven study secrets of real straight-A students across the country and turns them into a simple, practical system that anyone can master.
【小题1】According to the first advertisement, some brilliant people’s ideas are never heard
because_____.
| A．they are not well-known enough |
| B．their ideas are not creative enough |
| C．they can’t exchange their ideas well. |
| D．their ideas are rather complex. |
| A．They help to improve your memory. |
| B．They help you to read much faster. |
| C．They offer you the latest ideas. |
| D．They include many tests. |
| A．hard work leads to success |
| B．cramming before exams work |
| C．there are techniques for learning |
| D．anyone can be a college student |
| A．As We Speak |
| B．Triple Your Reading Speed |
| C．The Memory Book |
| D．How to Become a Straight-A student |
2015·内蒙古包头·二模
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【小题1】Which tour will you choose if you are interested in country music?
【小题2】What do New England in the Fall and East Coast Extravaganza have in common?
【小题3】Where will tourists go during the America’s Golden West tour?
Goal:
Open to:
Age Groups:
Prizes:
Subjects and Formats:
Timeline:
Other Details:
【小题2】How many candidates have the chance to publish their works?
【小题3】When will winners probably be announced?
The Guardian Holidays
Elvis Presley’s Memphis & Nashville (leaves on October 1, 2019: 9 days from £1, 459) |
Tour highlights (亮点) |
Montgomery is the resting place of the famous singer Hank Williams Journey through the sleepy countryside of Alabama Visit Tupelo, Mississippi Spend two nights at The Guest House at Graceland Discover Nashville, world capital of country music |
New England in the Fall (leaves on October 10, 2019: 9 days from £1, 199) |
Tour highlights |
Explore amazing New York Visit the Yankee Candle Factory An impressive Fall Foliage Tour (秋叶之旅) Visit North Conway Discover attractive Boston Discover the delights of Maine Discover Plymouth and Newport on Rhode Island |
| East Coast Extravaganza — USA & Canada (leaves on November 10, 2019: 14 days from £1,899) |
| Tour highlights |
| Explore attractive, historic Boston Enjoy a day in Quebec City Overnight in Canada’s Ottawa Enjoy impressive Niagara Falls Discover exciting New York City Pay a short visit to Philadelphia Spend a day in Washington, D.C. |
| America’s Golden West |
| Tour highlights |
| See San Franciso and Hollywood Call at Steinbeck’s Monterey and Carmel-by-the-sea Journey south along the Pacific Coast Highway A full-day visit to the breathtaking Grand Canyon Spend three nights in Los Angeles Tour to sun-kissed San Diego Non-stop, 24-hour Las Vegas |
【小题1】Which tour will you choose if you are interested in country music?
| A．Elvis Presley’s Memphis & Nashville. | B．East Coast Extravaganza. |
| C．New England in the Fall. | D．America’s Golden West. |
| A．They both include a visit to Boston. | B．They both last for nine days. |
| C．They both start in October. | D．They both cost the same. |
| A．Tupelo and San Francisco. | B．Montgomery and San Diego. |
| C．Monterey and Las Vegas. | D．Los Angeles and Plymouth. |
Open Books Writing Competition
——Sponsored by Dolores McArdle Reading Trust
Goal:
To encourage and reward creative writing while at home during social distancing, reinforcing the idea that everyone has story to tell, and to cultivate a mindset of valuing the community.
Open to:
All students who are in the 3rd —12th grade in the Chicago area.
Age Groups:
Group 1: 3rd—5th; Group 2: 6th—8th; Group 3: 9th—12th.
Prizes:
First prize: $ 1000 (One winner from each age group).
Second prize: $200 (Three winners from each age group).
Furthermore, all works of winners will be published in a short story anthology. Each winner will get a free copy of the anthology, which will also be sold in our Open Books West Loop book-store.
Subjects and Formats:
Submissions should be on the topic of the community and can be any genre(体裁) —creative fiction, personal narrative, poetry, etc.
Some ideas to get you started: write about a character that experiences the importance of the community. What does the community mean to you? Who is a hero in your community and why?
Maximum length: 2500 words (about 10 pages); no minimum length.
Timeline:
Submissions will be closed on May 31.
Judging will take place in June.
Winners will be announced at the end of June.
Prizes will be awarded in August.
Other Details:
By submitting your writing, you acknowledge that your work may be published by Open Books. All questions can be directed to writingcontest@ open-books. org.
【小题1】What is the purpose of this writing competition?| A．To encourage students to publish their own books. |
| B．To select the most talented student in the Chicago area. |
| C．To inspire writing and draw attention to the community. |
| D．To improve students' writing skills and broaden their horizons. |
| A．3. | B．6 | C．9. | D．12. |
| A．On May 31. | B．On June 30. | C．On July 16. | D．On August 15. |
Tower of London
● 1st March to 31st October
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
● 1st November to 28th February
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Exception: 24th - 26th December & 1st January (Closed)
● Description
HM Tower of London is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England. It was founded towards the end of 1066. It was built to frighten and control Londoners and to prevent foreign attackers. It’s now a symbol of London and Britain and one of the world’s leading tourist attractions.
● The White Tower
The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William in 1078, and was a disliked symbol of cruelty.
● Royal Beasts
The Royal Beasts is the earliest zoo in London! You can see sculptures (雕像) of lions, tigers, elephants and even a polar bear; discover how they came to be at the Tower and what became of them. You can also hear the amazing tales of how the animals were fed, watered and housed as well as different accidents when the public got a little close!
● Crown Jewels
The tradition of housing the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London probably dates from the time when Henry III was in power. The Jewel House was built specially to house the royal treasure (财富). When money was needed, the treasure could be sold. The treasure allowed the ruler to enjoy independence from the upper classes, and thus was closely watched.
● Prisoners of the Tower
Come and see what life was like imprisoned in the tower. Experience the sights, sounds and letters five hundred years ago.
【小题1】If Mr. and Mrs. Green take their 6-year-old twin daughters to the Tower of London, they will spend at least £____.
【小题2】What was the aim of the building of the Tower of London?
【小题3】Why did people hate the White Tower in the past?
【小题4】Which of the following could give a hand when the country was short of money in history?
【小题5】Which of the following statement is TRUE according to the passage?
| Adult | £18.00 | Child (5-12) | £9.50 |
| Family (Up to 2 adults & 6 children) | £50.00 | Middle School Student | £15.50 |
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
● 1st November to 28th February
Tuesday to Saturday: 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sunday & Monday: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Exception: 24th - 26th December & 1st January (Closed)
● Description
HM Tower of London is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames in central London, England. It was founded towards the end of 1066. It was built to frighten and control Londoners and to prevent foreign attackers. It’s now a symbol of London and Britain and one of the world’s leading tourist attractions.
● The White Tower
The White Tower, which gives the entire castle its name, was built by William in 1078, and was a disliked symbol of cruelty.
● Royal Beasts
The Royal Beasts is the earliest zoo in London! You can see sculptures (雕像) of lions, tigers, elephants and even a polar bear; discover how they came to be at the Tower and what became of them. You can also hear the amazing tales of how the animals were fed, watered and housed as well as different accidents when the public got a little close!
● Crown Jewels
The tradition of housing the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London probably dates from the time when Henry III was in power. The Jewel House was built specially to house the royal treasure (财富). When money was needed, the treasure could be sold. The treasure allowed the ruler to enjoy independence from the upper classes, and thus was closely watched.
● Prisoners of the Tower
Come and see what life was like imprisoned in the tower. Experience the sights, sounds and letters five hundred years ago.
【小题1】If Mr. and Mrs. Green take their 6-year-old twin daughters to the Tower of London, they will spend at least £____.
| A．36 | B．40 | C．50 | D．55 |
| A．To make it a home for rulers. |
| B．To show the wealth and power of the country. |
| C．To protect Londoners and fight against the enemy. |
| D．To put Londoners under control and protect the country. |
| A．It could bring people bad luck. |
| B．It cost Londoners their lives and money to build the tower. |
| C．The tower stood for cruel ruling. |
| D．In the Tower the kings ordered people to do lots of hard work. |
| A．Crown Jewels. | B．Royal Beasts. |
| C．The White Tower. | D．Prisoners of the Tower. |
| A．The Tower of London is open all the year round. |
| B．The Royal Beasts was the first zoo ever built in London. |
| C．Most of the visitors dislike visiting the White Tower. |
| D．Crown Jewels help you know how the country got independence. |
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