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On Oct.6th, 2011, a piece of breaking news hit the world: Steve Jobs, the founder of the Apple Company, (pass) away after years of battle against pancreatic cancer.I as well as many people
(be) sad at the news.We saw him make miracles again and again, and we hoped that he would always give us a surprise.We enjoy using an iPod to listen to music and we like to play games with
iPad.We love to communicate with our friends by iPhone.
seemed that Jobs always understood
we really wanted.So he could devote himself to his career by creating the amazing products constantly.But now he quietly left,
(leave) us a great pity.
U.S.President Barack Obama called Jobs a visionary (lead) and one of the greatest U.S.innovators.He said in a statement, “Steve was brave enough to think differently, bold enough to believe he could change the world, and
(gift) enough to do it.”
Steve Job’s family said in a statement, “Steve died (peace) today surrounded by his family.We are grateful for the support and kindness of those
share our feelings for Steve.We know many of you will mourn with us, and we ask that you respect our privacy during our time of grief.
My father became （addict） to smoking cigarettes. As
result of smoking, he got lung cancer. And he was
danger of losing his life. His doctor didn’t allow him
(smoke) any more. My father had to take the doctor’s
(advise). As
as I know, smoking cigarettes has many other dangers to humans. Every year, a lot of people die of the illnesses or they’re
(serious) injured in fires
(cause) by smoking. And the number of people
lose their lives
(increase) at present. Therefore, I call on people to keep away from smoking.
It was Friday night and Mike was in his office, sad.
Jean, had been Mike’s friend for ten years,
(give)him a friendly call,” What are you going to do tomorrow?”
“Nothing.”
“Let’s go fishing. We haven’t done for ages.”
Mike became very happy and accepted the invitation. So the two men went to Loire River following day.
While waiting ,Mike said that his employees had been unhelpful, and he found it difficult (get) the results he wanted from them.
“What do you think about it?” asked Jean.
“Yeah, they never listen to me,” replied Mike while eating his bananas.
A couple of minutes (late), Mike put aside the bananas he’d been eating and shouted
(excited), “Great, a large fish!”
Jean smiled. He asked Mike, “What did you use your bait(鱼饵), the way?”
“A worm,” Mike replied. “Why didn’t you use your bananas? You’re very fond of them, aren’t you?”
“Well, my friend, I do love bananas, I’m not stupid enough to put them on as my bait.”
“So it’s not going to work?”
“No.”
“Why not use the common sense when fishing for people?”
When I was in junior high school, darkness began filling my mind. I don’t know the reason why it began. All I know is that I started f hopeless and worthless. I hid in my room, staring out of the window, thinking about all my
(失败). I even questioned whether being
(活着) was worthwhile. My dark mood wasn’t constant. It would fade at t
, but it always returned.
It was my parents and my friends that helped me ge the dark mood. At the beginning when I was depressed, I was
(尴尬) to tell anyone. I didn’t want to seem weak or needy. But later I found that when I told my friends my feelings, they never laughed at me. On the
, they supported and encouraged me. So remember: no one can face depression a
. If you’re depressed, find someone — a friend, parent or teacher — and tell them your feelings. Consider
a doctor or psychologist, if it is getting worse.
In fact, t depression affects many people all over the world, treatments are available and can bring hope and joy back into their life.
It is a common thing to forget to return a book to the library after you’ve borrowed it. Maybe, you’ll realize it has been some (month) since you borrowed it and decide to return it.
(similar), when Ron Webster borrowed a book from the library of the University Of Liverpool, he too forgot to return it. When he was 30, back in 1953, he was working
a research assistant in the university. It was during this time
he loaned a book titled “Structure and Function in Primitive Society.” Shortly after he borrowed this book, he
(call) to London to continue his research. Just as you might have expected, Ron Webster completely forgot the whole thing.
Ron had a (success) career and worked for Ford before retiring and leading a relaxed life. Recently when he took
look at his collection of books, he discovered the old book borrowed 61 years ago. He contacted University officials to tell about the
(possible) of returning the book.
University Librarian was (amaze) to see Ron arrive at the University Of Liverpool,
(try) to return a book that he borrowed 61 years ago.
Just in case you were wondering, the total fine that Ron Webster had accumulated over the years amounted to £4,510.
Presenter: Welcome to our programme. Today we have invited Fread Wocson, a driving instructor of over 20 years experience to talk to us about (learn) to drive. Well, Fread, do you think
is getting expensive to learn to drive these days?
Fread: Well, it depends. you come for a private instructor like me, it's going to be a bit
expensive than going to a big school. The thing is, people have usually heard of the big school and trust them, so they'd rather spend more money on big schools. Well, I get customers through personal connections.
Presenter: Does that mean you have to try hard to get customers?
Fread: Not now, when I started I had to. But at the moment I am (full) booked and my prices are quite competitive.
Presenter: Learning to drive is usually a nervous experience for (begin). What do you think?
Fread: Well, it be. But I try to get them to sit quietly in the driver's seat for
few moments. With their eyes
(close), you will be surprised how it changed some people. They would feel much more ready for driving if they
(have) a few quiet moments.
Presenter: Yes, I suppose some people are much more nervous than others.
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