Have you ever noticed that the more you have the more you want? Let’s face it. Thinking our life is good enough doesn’t come naturally to many people. When we have high expectations of everything in life we will run into disappointment. Only when we are aware that needs are different from desires can we live with satisfaction. Here are a few ideas to help you be happier with what you have and who you are.

Focus on what you are thankful for. Most people want things to be better than they are, or when things are going well, we forget to appreciate what we have. Learn to reflect on how much better things are than they could be. Focus on what you are thankful for. Write down 5 things you are grateful for right now.

When we hold onto regrets from decisions we have made, it can really poison our well-being. Many people regret something they can no longer change, which ends up holding them back from moving forward in a more positive manner. What happened in the past is done and gone, so work to stay present and be mindful of the current moment to find more joy and fulfillment.

When we use other people as the measuring stick for our personal success and quality of life we are likely to be less satisfied. Social comparisons can provide useful information when we try to learn from others, but they also hold our perspective in a discontented position. Compare yourself less with others so you can be satisfied more.

When you are focused on your big ambitions and future goals you might elide the daily pleasures that surround you. Learn to slow down and absorb the wonder and beauty around you. Stay present and focus on the task you’re undertaking at the moment. Don’t let the life pass you by because you’re always on the go and distracted by ambition.

Practice looking at life through the lens of contentment and it will become more natural.

1.How can we live with contentment?

A. To change our lifestyle.

B. To have a motivation in life.

C. To give less attention to what we are grateful for.

D. To realize the difference between needs and desires.

2.What’s the main idea of Paragraph 3?

A. Make wise decisions. B. Know the present situation

C. Let go of regrets. D. Remember the past.

3.The underlined word “elide”(in Paragraph 5) probably means “__”.

A. enjoy B. change C. create D. neglect

4.What should you do to put yourself in a good mood?

A. Make time for simple pleasures. B. Learn from successful people.

C. Focus on your future goals. D. Create chance to learn more.

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要點(diǎn)：1.介紹傳統(tǒng)藝術(shù)―年畫；

2.歡迎Alice來(lái)中國(guó)體驗(yàn)中國(guó)年畫的創(chuàng)作。

注意：1.詞數(shù)100左右。

2.可適當(dāng)增加細(xì)節(jié)，以使行文連貫。

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Dear Alice,

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D. had something in common with

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1.簡(jiǎn)單介紹該人物的主要生平和事跡；

2.你的想法和感悟，及如何去做。

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1.詞數(shù)：110詞左右；

2.開頭和結(jié)尾已經(jīng)給出，但不計(jì)入總詞數(shù)。

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Giraffes

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature recently put giraffes at a vulnerable status, the level just before endangered. The giraffe population has declined 40 percent in the last 30 years, primarily due to loss of habitat and illegal hunting. Some giraffes are killed just for their tails, which are considered status symbols in Africa.

Asian elephants

The main threat to Asian elephants, one of the most intelligent animals, is their shrinking habitat. As the human population grows, people invade their land to build roads and railway tracks. Elephants in Myanmar are at an especially high risk for being captured and traded or used illegally in the tourist industry. Fewer than 50000 are left on the entire continent.

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C. 124000.

D. 413000.

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B. Giraffes.

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D. Asian elephants.

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B. Disturbed habitat.

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D. Unnecessary construction.

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A. Satisfactory.

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假定你是李華，你的美國(guó)朋友John本周日想邀請(qǐng)你去他的寄宿家庭參加朋友聚會(huì)，但你無(wú)法參加。請(qǐng)依據(jù)下列要點(diǎn)，給Jim發(fā)封電子郵件。

要點(diǎn)：1.感謝邀請(qǐng)；

2.陳述不能參加的原因（高考即將來(lái)臨，身體狀況不好），并表示歉意。

注意：1.詞數(shù)100左右；

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