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Once, in a small village, lived a family with eight children. Two of the children loved 1 very much, but the family was so poor that it was impossible to send 2 of them to study at the art college at the same time. After many discussions, the two boys finally 3 a plan. They would toss(抛) a coin. The loser would go 4into the mines (煤矿) and, with his earnings(赚得的钱), 5 his brother studying at the college. Then, when the brother who won the toss finished his studies, after four years, he would support the other brother studying at the 6.
James won the toss and Jack went down into the mines. James worked with all his heart and his paintings were much 7 than those of most of his teachers, and by the time he 8, he was beginning to make a lot of money for his paintings.
9 James returned, the family held a big dinner for his great success. Soon after the meal began, James 10 up from his seat to drink a toast (举杯祝酒) to his dear 11 He said, "Jack, now you can go to the art college and your 12 will come true. I will take care of you. "
But Jack said 13, "Brother, the four years in the mines has done too much to my hands, so it's too 14 Now I can' t even hold a glass. "
To show his great love and respect, James drew his brother' s hands with 15 towards the sky.
He called his drawing "The Praying Hands", which became very famous years later.
1 Dear guest, We want to do our best to help with the environmental protection, but we do provide washing things (toothbrush, toothpaste, bath shampoo, etc.) If you forget to bring any of these with you, just dial 9 and call the guestroom department. If you wish, we shall send you what you need for free. |
2 Dear guest, The hotel wishes to save the world's natural resources(资源). Every day, tons of detergent(洗涤剂) and millions of tons of water are used to wash towels(毛巾) which have been used only once. Here's how you can help: A towel on the rack(架子)means: "I'll use it again." A towel on the floor means: "Please change." |
3 Dear guest, Your bedclothes are changed every day. If you'd like to help save the world's resources, just leave this card in the morning. Your bed will be made up as usual but the sheets will not be changed. In this way, we can both help protect our environment. |
As we know, there are differences between western culture and Chinese culture. We can see differences when we pay attention to the way words are used. Let's look at the words about animals and plants. Most expressions in Chinese about the dog, for example, "a homeless dog", "a mad dog", "a running dog" and "a dog catching a mouse" have negative(消极的) meanings. But in western countries, dogs are thought to be honest and good friends of humans. In English, people use the dog to describe positive(积极的) actions. For example, "you are a lucky dog" means you are a lucky person. And "every dog has its day" means each person has good luck sometimes. To describe a person's serious illness, they say "sick as a dog". The word "dog-tired" means very tired. However, Chinese love cats very much. But in western culture, "cat" is often used to describe a woman who is cruel(残酷的)。
The rose is regarded as a symbol (象征) of love in both China and some western countries. People think the rose means love, peace, courage and friendship. And the rose is the national flower of England, America and many other countries.
The words about plants and animals are used in positive or negative ways in different cultures. We can learn about many differences in cultures by comparing how some words are used.
"Depend on yourself" is what nature says to every man. Parents can help you. Teachers can help you. Others still can help you. But all these people only help you to help yourself.
There have been many great men in history. Many of them were very poor when they were young, and had no uncles, aunts, or friends to help them. Schools were few and not very good. They could not depend on them for education. They tried their best to learn something and never gave up till they became well-known. One of the most famous teachers in England used to tell his pupils, "I cannot make worthy men of you, but I can help you make men of yourselves."
Some young men don't try their best to make themselves valuable to the human beings. If they see their weak points and change their ways, they can be successful. They are nothing now, and will be nothing as long as(只要) they live, unless they accept the advice of their parents and teachers, and depend on themselves.
| ① When you need help with your homework, go to the library. You may find magazines, newspapers, and big dictionaries there. They can always help you. | A. Money isn't Everything. |
| ② For families with children, an important problem is to get the children away from TV and let them do their homework. | B. American Films |
| ③ Even if you could buy the world, you couldn't buy a happy family, good friends, or knowledge. | C. Farms in the future |
| ④ The Lost World is an exciting American film. People, especially school students, may like it. | D. Study Tools |
| ⑤ People will grow plants and vegetables in the sea in about 50 years. | E. Parents Trouble |
A. come true B. leave C. healthier D. catch E. slowly F. sleepy |
Your classmates' ideas | Your ideas |
1).can learn to sing, dance and act | 1). |
2).can know about fashion（时尚） | 2). |
3).can get relaxed | 3). |
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Should students become idolaters?
Recently I've had a discussion with my classmates about whether students should become idolaters.……
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