The Secret of Success

① {#blank#}1{#/blank#}Your best chance of success is by doing what you really want to do. Ask yourself, "If money for free?" Then just do what you like to do.

② {#blank#}2{#/blank#}Think about what you are going to do. You have to start somewhere and it may be quite a real beginning. Whether you are beginning in business or you're dreaming to be a star, you have to start at the bottom.

③ {#blank#}3{#/blank#}Great ambition(目标) is necessary. An English student called Richard Branson opened a student magazine when he was only 16 years old. But he didn't stop there. He also opened a record business with many shops, and now his company has planes, trains and cars.

④{#blank#}4{#/blank#}The only people who succeed without hard work are lottery(彩票) winners. You need a "can do" attitude(态度) and you must work step by step, which will help you get what you really want. You are on the right way to win the success.

⑤{#blank#}5{#/blank#}If you always say someone is successful, it doesn't mean anything to you. Learn from those who have already succeeded in something, especially where they do the same as you want to do.

A. Think big                     B. Start small

C. Follow the leaders              D. Find the work you love

E. Be prepared to work hard

    There are many festivals in China, and the Spring Festival is the most important in China. So before it comes, everyone has to prepare（准备） things. Usually it is in January or February. In 2018, it will be on February 16th.The people buy pork, beef, chicken, fruit and many other things, and they often make a special kind of food called "dumplings". It means "come together". On that day before the festival, parents buy new clothes for their children. On the Festival Eve, all the family members come back to their hometown. This is a happy moment. They sing, dance and play all kinds of games. Others get the dinner ready. ①When they enjoy the meal, they give each other the best wishes for the coming year. Children usually get some Lucky Money （压岁钱）or red packets. At night, people let off fireworks to welcome the coming of the Spring Festival. ②All the people, rich or poor, old or young, are the happiest at this time.

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    The villas(别墅)were very nice. Beautiful houses, wonderful lawns, and nice gardens. This was the kind of housing estate where John Wood preferred to work.

    It was just before eleven o'clock at night. After John drove around for the fifth time, he thought that he had found the right house-No. 4. There was no light and the garage(车库)door was open. John parked his car in the next street and then came into the garage.

    No one would think that a well-dressed gentleman with a white silk scarf and gloves, was really an excellent thief.

    After looking around the house for a while, John got down to work. He searched every room, and before long, his hands were full. He had two necklaces, some gold rings and a purse with a lot of money. He put all the things in his pocket.

    Then he found a small wall safe(保险箱)in the bedroom. John couldn't wait to take the valuable things from the safe and put them into his own pocket！But the thief met a problem; he couldn't open the safe.

    John wiped a few drops of sweat from his forehead, took off his gloves, and placed them on a chair. Again and again, and finally, he opened the safe. He saw something shining-a huge diamond.

    Suddenly, John heard someone opening the front door. It was the owner of the house. John put the diamond in his pocket, ran to the window, climbed out of the house and drove away in the dark.

    Ten minutes later, the police arrived. After searching the house. the police found an important piece of evidence(证据)that could easily tell who was the thief.

    Do you know what the piece of evidence was?

    Hello, boys and girls! I'm Mr. Lee, your headmaster(校长). Welcome to our school. {#blank#}1{#/blank#}

    On September 22nd, we have a school trip in the morning. {#blank#}2{#/blank#} You  can bring some drink and food.

    October is a great and busy month. On the 12th and 15th, we have two ball games, soccer and volleyball. School Day is on October 25th. {#blank#}3{#/blank#} You can  show your parents around (带……参观) our school.

    Next month, on November 18th, {#blank#}4{#/blank#} You can buy some useful books.

    On Christmas Day, we have an English party. {#blank#}5{#/blank#} Please come and join in it.

    This is a really busy term. Have a good time!

    Every year, thousands of students choose to study overseas, that is to say, to study in a foreign country. Studying overseas can be an exciting experience for many people.

    Why Do It？

    Firstly, you can learn a second language easily. Secondly, you can know more about another culture. Thirdly, you will see the world in a new way, and learn more about yourself. What's more, it's easy to get a job in the future, since many companies like those who speak a second language, or have experienced living or working in another country.

    Making the Right Choice Once you decide to study overseas, you have to make some choices. To choose the right country or school, ask yourself：Where do I want to go and why？How much do I want to pay？How long do I want to study overseas？Do I want to live with a host family, with roommates, or alone？

    Getting Ready to Go Get your passport and visa(签证)early！Before you go, learn some of the language, and read about some common customs in your host country. Learn about the money. Bring some of it, and a credit card(信用卡)with you.

    Once You Are There After the first few weeks overseas, many students will feel a little homesick. They may miss their family, friends, and familiar(熟悉的)ways of doing things. Remember that it takes time to get used to a new place, school, and culture. When you feel sad or homesick, try to talk to others, or write about your feelings in a notebook.