Entering high school means you have to make more effort on study, There are a few tried and tested skills that have always proved effective(有效的) for learning. Here are some of them.
Firstly, make a timetable and follow it. This will include how many hours and which part of the day you will spend studying. Try to make sure that your study time takes place after you have rested, so that you are fresh and can learn effectively. You will find that studying at the same time every day will help you concentrate(集中) better. It's also important to keep improving your timetable, to make it more effective over time.
Secondly, pick a place that will help you concentrate on study. The place should be far away from loud sounds which make you uncomfortable and prevent you from concentrating on your study.
High school study skills include a method called SQ3R. The first step is to survey（縱覽） what needs to be covered in order to get a general understanding of the subject. Next, you can learn about the material by answering questions such as what, why, how, when, who and where. As you study, ask yourself questions and look for the answers in your material. The third step is to read and then recite（背誦） what you have read. The last step, reviewing, is often the most important one. People need to review any material about three times, before they keep it well in their minds.
Besides these study tips, you can come up with several of your own study skills for school. However, remember that time is the most valuable thing you have. All the study skills for high school will be nothing, if you don't use your time wisely.
(   ) 4. In order to study well, you should do all the following EXCEPT _______.
A. never change the timetable once you have made it
B. choose a place that will make you feel comfortable
C. answer some questions and ask yourself questions
D. create and follow your own study skills for school
(   ) 5 The writer thinks the most important step in study is to _______.
A. read           B. survey        C. review          D. recite
(   ) 6. The right steps to use the SQ3R method are _______.
A. question-survey-review-read & recite     B. survey-read & recite-question-review
C. read & recite-review-survey-question     D. survey-question-read & recite-review
(   ) 7. Which of the following might be the best title for this passage?
A. School Life at High School             B. Study Skills for High School
C. The Importance of Making a Timetable    D. Best ways to Improve Your Study

 

Happiness is important for everyone. Most people want to be happy but few know how to find happiness. Money and success don't bring lasting happiness. Happiness depends on ourselves. In other words, we make our own happiness.

Some people believe that if they are wealthy, with the money they will be able to do anything they want, which means happiness. On the other hand, some people believe that holding a high position in the government is happiness. In this way, you have not only money, but also many other things which can't be bought by money. However, other people believe that having lots of money is not happiness, nor is holding a high position in the government. These people value(重視) their beliefs, or their intelligence, or their health. They think these can make them happy.

    Here are a few ways to help you be happier.

The first secret of happiness is to enjoy the simple things in life. Too often, we spend so much time thinking about the future, for example, getting into college or getting a good job, that we don't enjoy the present. You should enjoy life's simple pleasures, such as reading a good book, listening to your favorite music, or spending time with close friends. People who have close friends usually enjoy happier and healthier lives.

The second secret of happiness is to be active. Many people go dancing or play sports. People can forget about their problems and only think about the activities.

    Finally, many people find happiness in helping others. According to studies, people feel good when they volunteer their time to do many meaningful things for other people. If you want to feel happier, do something nice for someone. You can help a friend with his or her studies, go shopping to get food for an old neighbor, or simply help around the house.

Now maybe you know how to find happiness!

1.The underlined word “wealthy” means “__________” in the article.

   A. pleased           B. healthy          C. excited          D. rich

2.Some people who hold a high position in the government think they can _________.

   A. get money and something they can't buy with money

   B. do what they want to do at any time

   C. enjoy health which makes them work hard

   D. take an active part in all kinds of activities every day

3.The writer thinks the secret of happiness is that people ___________.

   A. think about getting money

B. think of presents they don't like

   C. often spend time with close friends

D. often spend time on entering the college

4.Many people find it happy to ___________.

   A. remember the old days and troubles

B. do some meaningful things for others

   C. go shopping to buy some food

D. make much money and little success

5.The passage mainly tells us __________.

A. how to find happiness

B. how to save happiness

C. to do something good for others

D. to value our beliefs or health

 

Every school has a notice board. Let’s see what is on the notice board of an America school.

	School Policy(政策) u Fighting, saying bad words and all other bad behavior will not be allowed. u Do not throw rocks, snowballs or sticks on the school grounds. u Hand in a note or telephone to school if your child will be absent for the day. u Parents and visitors need to check in at the office when entering the school.		After-school Program The after-school program will continue for the year 2012. The program will be open from 3.30 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. every day. u 3.30-4.30  Homework & Reading u 4.30-6.00  Activities If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 524-9752.

 

 

                                           

        Report Card

Report card about your school life and work will be given to your parents. Look at the marking key for your school work.

MARKING KEY(評分標準)

Goes beyond grade level standards      4

Meets grade level standards           3

Does not meet grade level standards,

making progress                    2

Does not meet grade level standards, not making progress  1

 

 

     

Class Announcement

u Testing Dates:

The math testing is June 12-13

The science test is June 15

u Parents meeting:

The next parents meeting is on Friday, June 22 at 7.00 p.m. in the meeting hall.

u Homework:

Please check the Homework Board at the school homepage to find your homework.

                                         

                                                

 

 

1.According to School Policy, visitors have to ______ when entering the school.

A．hand in a note                          B．call at 524-9752

C．check in at the office                     D．telephone the school

2.From ______, students can get information on the parents meeting.

A．School Policy                          B．Report Card

C．After-school Program                    D．Class Announcement

3.Suppose Tony doesn’t do well at school but makes progress, he will get ______ on the Report Card.

A．1                B．2                C．3                D．4

 

Every school has notice boards. Let’s see what is on the notice board of an American school.

School Rules

Fighting, saying bad words and all other bad behavior will not be allowed.

Do not throw rocks, snowballs or sticks on the school grounds.

Hand in a note or telephone to school if your child will be absent for the day.

Parents and visitors need to check in at the office when entering the school.              Report Card

Report card about your school life and work will be given to your parents. Look at the marking key for your school work.

     MARKING  KEY(評分標準)

●Goes beyond grade level standards    4

●Meets grade level standards          3

●Does not meet grade level standards, but

  Making progress                   2

●Does not meet grade level standards   1

        Class Announcement(通知)

Testing Dates:

 The math test is on June 12～13.

 The science test is on June 15

 Parents Meeting:

 The next parents meeting is at 7:00pm on Friday, June 22 in the meeting hall.

 Homework:

 Please check the Homework Board at the school homepage to find your homework.                

After-school Program

 The after-school programs will continue for the year 2013.  The programs will be open from 3:30 to 6:00pm every day.

3:30～4:30 Homework＆ Reading

4:30～6:00 Activities

If you have any questions, feel free to call the school at 524-9752

1.According to School Rules, visitors have to _________ when entering the school.

A. hand in a note                         B. call at 524-9752

C. check in at the office                    D. telephone to the school

2.From _________, parents can get information on the parents meeting

A. School Rules                          B. Report Card

C. After- school Program                   D. Class Announcement

3. Report Card shows parents_____________.

A. certain school rules                     B. after-school activities

C. plans for classes and tests                D. children’s school life and work

4.Suppose Tony doesn’t do well at school but makes progresses, he will get_____ on the Report Card

A. 1               B. 2                C. 3               D. 4

5.Students do their homework and read books___________.

A. from 3:30 to 4:30                       B. from 3:30 to 6:00

C. from 4:30 to 6:00                       D. from 6:00 to 7:00