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浙江省兰溪市聚仁中学2024-2025学年九年级上学期期中测试英语试题
Have you heard of the saying "Fall down seven times, stand up eight. "? It means that no matter how difficult things get and no matter how many mistakes you have made, you still have the passion(热情) and energy to keep going. This is called perseverance and it can help you achieve lots of things.
Perseverance means keeping doing something over a long time, even when it gets difficult. It's believed that you can reach a goal if you prepare to work for it. Practicing a skill on your bike over and over again or finishing a picture without throwing it away shows perseverance. Florence, 12, says, "It means never giving up, being determined and trying hard to push yourself. I go running with my mom three times a week, even when I don't like it, because I want to be the fastest in my class. "
Studies show that feeling hopeful and working towards a goal can reduce stress and make you feel happier. Achieving something you've worked hard for, and overcoming challenges along the way, can also develop your confidence and make you feel braver to try new things. Angela Duckworth, an expert in thoughts and feelings, believes that it doesn't matter how talented, clever or rich you are, having grit is what really helps you succeed. She explains, "No matter how gifted you are, and no matter how easily you do well in your lessons, you should have perseverance. "
Duckworth believes perseverance is something anyone can learn, and the best way to do this is to have a growth mindset. This means believing that your brain can grow, and that you can achieve anything if you put your mind to it. So instead of thinking "I can't do this", try thinking "I can't do this. . . yet".
How to talk to strangers
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When you have to talk with someone different from you, that can be the most interesting experience. Even if it's uncomfortable, be brave and just do it.
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Ask questions. Research suggests people who ask more questions are better liked by their conversation partners than people who ask fewer questions.
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Ask a question that will make your conversation partner think deeply. People will think that you're a person who likes thinking.
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This can focus on the other person and make them feel good. We can praise(赞扬) them for their clothes or anything else, which can give others a good impression.
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Don't be afraid to ask and find something more in common: maybe you're from the same place or have the same friend.
A. Praise someone B. Be brave, worry less C. Ask more questions D. Talk about something in common E. Talk with people whom you like F. Ask questions full of deep thinking |
China introduced the "double reduction (双减)" policy in July, 2022. According to the policy, it should take no more than 90 minutes for junior high school students to finish their homework. Several months have passed since the new term began. Here are the two students' points of view. | |
"Our homework is clearly less than before," said 15-year-old Xie Dong from Shijiazhuang. "We are not encouraged to buy workbooks any more. The exercises are mainly from the textbook." Students have enough time to learn new knowledge now. "Our teachers are also giving us more chances to do experiments and learn from real life," said Xie. Self-discipline (自律) becomes the key. "Some students now spend more time having fun when homework is finished early. But if you use all the free time to relax, you might fall behind other students," he said. "And we have few exams, I don't think it is a good thing." | |
For 15-year-old Zhang Jing from Langfang, the best thing about "double reduction" is the increased time in after-school activities. "We can now spend more time taking part in clubs and activities, such as dancing, volleyball and drama. I have joined a group called "leadership development" where I can learn all kinds of skills beyond schoolwork," said Zhang. There are fewer exams now. But it's not necessarily a good thing. "Exams push me to study harder. Each exam shows my progress as well as my weak points," Zhang said. |
PLACES FOR FUN |
Outdoor Cinema This cinema is mainly set up for all movie lovers. There are 3D glasses for your free use. Whether you like science fiction movies or action movies, you can come here to enjoy one of them. It is open from 8:00 a. m. to 10:00 p. m. every day. Address: Jackson, New Jersey Ticket Info: Single-day tickets: $6 |
Hershey Park As a part of the world-famous Hershey chocolate brand, the park now has one of the biggest play areas in Pennsylvania. Address: Hershey, Pennsylvania Ticket Info: 1-day tickets(ages 2 and up): $50 2-day tickets for ages 3 to 17 and 62+: $40 each day |
Sea World San Diego The Sea World Company offers visitors an opportunity to see different sea animals. Sea World San Diego now has 26 animal habitats(栖息地), 20 shows, including swimming with dolphins. Here you also have the opportunity to communicate with animals. Address: San Diego, California Ticket Info: 1-day tickets for ages 3+: $75 |
A New School My room slowly lightens, things start to appear(出现). Busy neighborhood sounds soon get to my ear. Dogs sound out with loud, joyful barks. Birds sing morning songs. I think they are larks(百灵鸟). I rise from my bed to begin the day. I dress, have breakfast, then I'm on my way. At the corner, my friends and I wait for our bus. We get on right away; there's never a fuss(大吵大闹). Our school's up ahead, the flag's in our sight. We go to read, do numbers, and write. I find my desk. My class has begun. I'm glad to be here--learning is fun! |
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