Paris is the city of dreams, the city of love. If you are thinking of heading to Paris for a study period, then perhaps a little reality check is in order. But my experience was a romantic one.

    I paved my path to Paris through an exchange program. On arrival in Paris, I was constantly reminded of the official processes I was required to complete — forms to be filled in, meetings to attend, the list seemed endless. Perhaps it was due to my well organizational habit, but somehow this endless list of to­do's was completed in little more than a week.

    Then the real work began. Once classes were underway, I found myself volunteering to do oral presentations and assignments first, rather than last. This method proved to be very helpful.

    Once I had finished class for the week, I had an ever-increasing list of museums to visit, neighborhoods to explore, and cafes to sit in and parks to run around. Read as many books about Paris as you can. Talk to as many locals and other foreigners living there as you can. But the one thing that reading a book or talking to someone cannot do is to provide you with the experience of wandering Paris on foot. I discovered some of my favorite places in Paris by wandering. The people watching, the sounds of the city, the colors as the seasons change, they all add to the ecstasy that I experienced in Paris as an exchange student.

    After spending five months wandering through the charming neighborhoods, I fell in love with the atmosphere that came out from every open door, and with every spoken word. There is something comforting about walking to the market each Sunday to be faced with the beautiful display of fruits, vegetables and dairy products. There is warmth in saying bonjour to the passers-by.

    On my last day in Paris, I confidently said, "Bonjour Monsieur," as I passed the little store down the street. I guess no matter how hard I tried I was always going to be an outsider, a tourist. The best part about going on exchange in Paris is falling in love with the city in your own way. Everyone's experience of Paris is different. I know mine is unique and special to me, my own little pieces of Paris.

    There are times when people come into your life, and you know at once that they are sure to be there.

    They serve some sort of purpose, teach you a lesson or help figure out who you are or who you want to become. You never know who these people may be: your classmate, neighbor, teacher, long­lost friend or even a real stranger. But , you know that at that very moment they will affect your life in some serious way.

    . However, on reflection you realize that without getting over them, you would have never realized your potential ability and strength.

    Everything happens for a reason and nothing happens by accident or with good or bad luck. . Without these small tests, life would be like a smooth road to nowhere. The people affecting your life，and the successes and failures you experience, help to create who you are and who you become.

    Even the bad experiences can be learned from. In fact, they are probably the most important ones. If someone hurts you, forgive them, .

    , for you may never be able to experience it again. Talk to people you have never talked to before，and really listen. You should set your sights high，hold your head up, tell yourself you are a great individual and believe in yourself. Create your own life and then go out and live it with absolutely no regrets.

    Most importantly, if you love someone，tell him or her，for you never know what tomorrow may have in store.

A. when you look eyes into them

B. because you are likely to get addicted to them

C. Don't forget to embrace those unpleasant moments

D. Make every day count and appreciate every moment

E. Illness，injury and love all occur to test the limits of your soul

F. Sometimes things happening to you may seem challenging at first

G. for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious

    Last week, (attract) by a particular article in a magazine, Anne bought it. Several days later, (complete) her homework (quick), she copied part of the article without thinking. Her teacher was very satisfied with her work. Anne (praise) in class, and she felt happy as well as ashamed. Then the teacher wanted to enter her composition a writing competition to be held the next week. Anne was greatly (shock) by the decision and did not know to do. If she told the (true), the whole class would find out. They would look down on her. If she kept silent, maybe no one would ever find out her secret. 

    Through repetition of thought, Anne decided to be honest student and reported to her teacher what she had already done. The teacher felt much pleased that was right for Anne to realize her own mistake in time.