Today's post is almost about signs in English. You will see signs on the road while driving or when walking down a street. Now let's take a closer look at the signs in the picture below, so you can fully understand what they mean in case you come across one of them.
Starting with the top row, we have a:
Yield sign — This sign indicates (标示) that you need to slow down, but you may not have to come to a full stop.
Crosswalk — This is a sign that indicates people have the right of way to cross the street, so cars have to stop when they see a person waiting next to one of these signs.
Second row:
Do not enter — This sign indicates you are not allowed to enter a road at that point.
Buckle up(系好安全带)!— There are often signs on roads in the United States reminding people that wearing seat belts(安全带) is mandatory (强制的) (seat belt laws differ depending on what state you are in, but all US states have seat belt laws).
Third row:
Be alert (警惕的) for bears — This is another sign that is used to indicate to drivers and pedestrians (行人) that they should be alert for wildlife in the area.
Playground—This is the sign used to alert drivers that there is a playground nearby, so it is a good idea to slow down and watch for children.
A painter has just completed his course. He took 3 days and painted beautiful scenery. He wanted to know people′s opinion about his talent and painting skills.
He put his creation at a busy street and just down below a board which read, "I have painted this piece. Since I′m new to this profession, I might have made some mistakes. Please put a cross wherever you see a mistake. "
While he came back in the evening to collect his painting he was completely shattered to see that whole canvass (画板) was filled with crosses, they criticized the painter seriously.
Completely heartbroken, he ran to his master′s and burst into tears.
This young artist complained, "I′m useless and if this is what I have learnt to paint I′m not worth becoming a painter. People have rejected me completely. "
Master smiled and suggested, "My son, I will prove that you are a great artist and have learnt perfect painting. Do as I say without questioning it. It will work. "
Young artist agreed and two days later early morning he presented a replica (复制品) of his earlier painting to his master. Master took that gently and smiled.
"Come with me." master said.
They reached the same street early morning and displayed the same painting exactly at the same place. Now master took out another board which read, "Gentlemen, I have painted this piece. Since I′m new to this profession, I might have made some mistakes in details. I have put a box with colors and brushes just below. Please do a favor. If you see a mistake, kindly pick up the brush and correct it. "
Then they walked back home.
They both visited the place the same evening. The young painter was surprised to see that actually there was not a single correction done so far. Next day again they visited and found painting remained untouched. They say the painting was kept there for a month for no correction came in!
What's the meaning of the "dark horse"? It is someone who wins when no one expect it.
Han Xiaopeng took China's first gold on snow. He became an Olympic "dark horse" by winning the gold medal in men's freestyle skiing aerials (自由式滑雪空中技巧) at Turin in Italy. He made two almost perfect jumps for the highest score. Han had never won a world gold medal before, let alone in the Olympics!
"I never thought this would happen," said Han Xiaopeng, "I feel like I'm in a dream." It's China's second gold medal at the Turin Olympic Winter Games. But more important, Han's gold was the country's first ever in a snow sport. In 2002, China's Yang Yang won the gold for speed skating at the Winter Olympic in Salt Lake City, US.
That Han's win was unexpected doesn't mean that he didn't work hard.
Han grew up in Jiangsu Province. Before he started his training on snow, he used to be an acrobat (杂技演员) at a circus. In 1995, a coach found his talent. The coach, Yang Er'qi, said Han had the agility (灵活性) and courage to be a ski jumper. When Yang first took the 12-year-old boy to northern China, he couldn't swim, skate or ski. But he wasn't afraid of the high platform and kept on training.
Han almost left the sport after hurting his knee months before the Salt Lake Games. In that Olympics he only got 24th. "I was hopeless at that time, but my family and the coach stood behind me, helping me through," he recalled.
Han Xiaopeng worked so hard that he won the gold medal in the Olympics at last. Because of his success, more and more people in China are becoming interested in skiing. We are proud of him.
How to Have a Successful Teenage Life
Everyone dreams of success in their life, don't they? Even as a teenager, you can achieve success in your life; it really isn't that hard.
·Do well in school.
No matter how boring it is now, education will help you be a productive member in society. Try your best for excellence in school; listen to the teachers, do your homework, study, and get good grades. Doing so will help you get into a better university, which will enable you to have a bright future.
·Do good in your community（社区）.
Volunteering can not only improve your community's status, but it could make you happier. Studies show that people who volunteer are less likely to develop depression（抑郁）than people who don't. For example, if you love animals, volunteer at an animal shelter. If you love helping the environment, plant trees or pick up litter. When you help others, it will make you feel better about yourself.
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Remember, they're there to help you be the best that you can be. Respect them and value their opinions, even if they annoy you sometimes. You don't get to choose your teachers or your family, but you still have to put up with them. Learn how to deal with people now, because when you're an adult, you don't get to choose your boss or your co-workers, so learn how to respect them now.
These points can help you enjoy success in your teenage life.
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A. Live life to the fullest. B. School sets you up on the right track! C. Be nice to your parents and teachers. D. Find chances to do volunteer work that interests you. E. It will help you pass time and develop your personality. F. Here are some important points that you may find helpful. G. Keep it in mind that they do the things they do because they care about you. |
Waiting for the airplane to take off, I was happy to get a seat by myself. Just then, an air hostess came to me and asked, "Would you mind1your seat? A couple would like to sit together. " The only2seat was next to a girl with her arms in casts (石膏绷带), a black-and-blue face, and a sad expression."3am I going to sit there." I thought immediately.
But a soft voice spoke, "She needs help. " Finally, I4to move to that seat. The girl was named Kathy. She was injured in a car accident and now was on her way for5. When the snack and juice arrived, it did not take me long to6that Kathy would not be able to7herself. I considered8to feed her but hesitated (犹豫), as it seemed too9to offer such a service to a10. But then I realized that Kathy′s need was more11than my discomfort. I offered to help her eat and although she was uncomfortable to accept, she12as I expected. We became closer and closer in a short period of time. By the end of the five-hour trip, my heart had13, and the time was really better spent than if I had just sat by myself. I was very glad I had reached beyond my comfort zone to sit next to Kathy and feed her. Love sometimes flows beyond human borders and removes the fears that keep us14. When we are trying our best to15another, we grow to live in a larger and more rewarding world.
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check in, addicted to, apply for, check out, take control of, sign up for, concentrate on， focus on, what if, other than |
Last summer, my family(plan) a trip to Shanghai City. Besides my hometown, Hong Kong, I had never been to such a great city.
I(impress) by what I saw there. There were many more ways than my hometown for one to get to one place from. Everywhere people were driving, riding shared bikes, waiting for buses, rushing underground to the subway stations.
In addition to the people and transportation, I found the buildings were(amaze) . Each street was filled with buildings were built side by side and a number of skyscrapers were present throughout the city as well. (stand) on the top of the Oriental Pearl Tower, I could hold almost the entire city from this view. Some stores were also as large or even larger than the ones in my hometown.
My visit to Shanghai City was like discovering a new way of life. I felt anxious(grow) up and I dream about moving to such a great city. My(one) trip to Shanghai City was one of the most unforgettable (experience) of my life.
1）学习情况；2）课外活动；3）对未来高中生活的展望。
参考词汇：课外活动 extra-curriculum activities
注意：1）词数100左右；2）可适当增加细节, 以使行文连贯。
Dear Anne,
I'm glad to receive your letter, in which you expressed interest in the Chinese Senior High school life.
Yours,
Li Hua
