Dear Mike，

My deskmate lately told me that there are a lot of people in my class who have hated me for a long time. I thought about how I've behaved in the past, but I don't think I did anything wrong. I feel lonely and sad now. What should I do?

Julia,

Dear Julia，

First, you should keep in mind that not everyone is going to like you all the time.Some people might even hate you for no reason at all. I know that sounds unfair, but that's just how some people are.

I will say this for you, it is not good to hear that your classmates supposedly（据说）dislike you. Why did I say“supposedly"? It's possible that your deskmate is lying to you. He or she might be the one who hates you. Your deskmate might be trying to trick you and make you feel bad.

On the other hand, it is also possible that you did something in the past that you don't quite remember—something that made your classmates dislike you. Maybe you can have a chat with your teacher and ask him or her if you misbehaved or hurt someone in the past. However, I think it's more likely that your deskmate isn't being honest with you.

Mike

417．What happened to Julia?

A．She did something wrong.

B．Her deskmate helped her.

C．She was told she was unpopular in class.

D．She had no friends.

418．According to Mike, Julia's deskmate just might make her feel_____.

A．relaxed          B．tired            C．upset            D．angry

419．Mike advised Julia to_______.

A．chat with her teacher

B．stay away from her classmates

C．do something for her class

D．chat with her deskmate

420．Mike didn't remind Julia that______.

A．she was hated for no reason

B．her deskmate might trick her

C．she might hurt someone in the past

D．she might not trust her teachers

421．Julia asked for help from Mike by______

A．chatting online

B．writing a letter

C．making a call

D．keeping a diary

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Underground Line 2 & 8，Bus 515 & 613 at Meriden

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1．The Meriden Centre offers its new courses on　   　this term．

A．business skills                                           B．modern world history

C．spoken English                                          D．the Chinese language

2．The underlined word "skyrocketing" means"　   　"．

A．rising quickly                                            B．returning suddenly

C．dropping slowly                                         D．disappearing completely

3．We can learn from the information in the box that　   　．

A．the courses are designed for Chinese kids

B．China is an important partner in the world

C．it's difficult to get a seat in a Chinese restaurant

D．English is the No.1 spoken language in the world

4．The advantage of"self— fit course" is that you may choose your own　   　．

A．class size                                                  B．speed to learn

C．language teacher                                        D．place to park

5．Ben wishes to take an online course on Tuesdays．How much does he need to pay each term？　 　

A．﹩500．                B．﹩650．                 C．﹩350．                 D．﹩400．

6．Which of the following is the best to be filled in the blank？　   　

A．Selected Books Buy One,Get One Free

B．Turn left into Garden Road and drive toward north

C．For more information Contact Angela at 860—343—5807

D．Guest speaker:Ann Bella  Room 300 2:00 p.m. July 1

Dear Nicole,

How are you? Do you enjoy your summer holiday? I’m sure you do.

It’s been two weeks since I returned to New Zealand, but I’m still thinking of the exciting city life in Hong Kong. In New Zealand, life is totally different. I miss the delicious sweet soup so much.

The weather has been bad these days. Yesterday I got a cold and didn’t go to school today. I hate taking medicine but I have to take it. I must get well soon because I will have tests on science and geography next week. I must prepare for the tests this time so that I won’t fail again.

I remember that you like our local hand cream (护手霜), but it is quite expensive in Hong Kong. I bought you some last weekend and I am sending it to you. It’s much cheaper here than in Hong Kong.

It’s almost the end of August. It’s time to pack (收拾) your school bag and get ready for the new school term. Take good care.

With love,

Judy

26．Judy thinks that life in Hong Kong is ________.

A．boring                   B．exciting                  C．useful                    D．powerful

27．What does Judy miss about Hong Kong?

A．The stadium.          B．The zoo.                 C．The sweet soup.      D．The school.

28．What will Judy do next week?

A．She will go to hospital.

B．She will go shopping.

C．She will have a picnic.

D．She will have tests on science and geography.

29．If the hand cream costs $45 in New Zealand, it might cost ________ in Hong Kong.

A．$70                       B．$45                        C．$40                        D．$30

30．When does Judy write the letter?

A．In May.                  B．In June.                  C．In July.                  D．In August.

Summer Fun at Happy Kids’ Learning Centre

Are you looking for something that can add colour to your summer holiday? If yes, here are the summer courses that you cannot miss!

Children Can Cook

The course is to improve children’s knowledge in the kitchen. They will learn basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and how to buy proper ingredients (原料) and follow steps in recipes (食谱). Children can sit comfortably and eat what they have cooked at the end of each lesson.

Little Writers

The course is divided into two parts. In the first part, children are introduced to famous stories and their writers. In the second part, they are taught to write their own stories. Children also get the chance to write other text types, such as poems and plays.

Acting for Fun

This is a course that lets children enjoy the fun of acting. Through acting and speaking in front of people, children will be more confident. Parents are welcome to watch the performance (演出) given by the children at the end of the course.

Watercolour Painting

This course teaches children the basic skills of painting people and animals. We encourage children to watch, imagine and create their own works.

31．What can children do in the cooking course?

A．Sell the food.                                            B．Buy the bowls.

C．Learn how to cook.                                    D．Eat what teachers have cooked.

32．How many parts are there in the writing course?

A．One part.               B．Two parts.              C．Three parts.            D．Four parts.

33．Which course should children join if they want to be more confident?

A．Acting for Fun.                                         B．Watercolour Painting.

C．Little Writers.                                            D．Children Can Cook.

34．What does the painting course teach?

A．The importance of acting.

B．How to buy proper ingredients.

C．Famous stories and their writers.

D．The basic skills of painting people and animals.

35．The purpose of this passage is to encourage children to ________.

A．cook a meal for their parents

B．act with their parents in public

C．join the summer courses at the learning centre

D．read more books during the holiday

Summer Programs for Children

1 ． Which school offers Academic Summer Program?

A ． Milton School. B ． Groton School.

C ． Hopkins School. D ． Phillips School.

2 ． If you have language based learning disabilities, you can call___________.

A ． 919-416-2096 B ． 203-622-9240

C ． 716-652-3450 D ． 954-581-8222

3 ． Which program can help the kids improve social skills?

A ． The Summer Day Program.

B ． The Academic Summer Program.

C ． The Phillips Summer Camp Program.

D ． The Traditional Summer School Program.