Alanis Morissettte is a 30-year-old Canadian singer and songwriter. Her most famous   (1)   came out in 1995. Since then she has made several other ones and has continued giving great   (2)  on stage.  Last Thursday night, she performed at the Corn Exchange in Cambridge, England. It was the first time she had played in England since she won this year’s Grammy  (3)   for the best rock tone. The singer has a strong fan base in England, so although it was an   (4)   cold night, there was not an empty seat anywhere in the concert.  The concert lasted for three hours and the singer sang many songs from her award-winning album and a few from her new album. These songs   (5)   feelings such as anger, love and joy. Although the concert hall was cold and the sound   (6)   caused a few problems, the   (7)   still enjoyed the concert and sang along to nearly every song.   (8)   the concert, the   (9)   was exciting and everyone was greatly   (10)    by her brilliant music and singing. Alanis Morissette showed that she was a true performer and a real superstar.

The most wonderful time of the year (the Christmas season) is also the most stressful for lots of people struggling to fit in increased end-of-the-year workloads, holiday parties, shopping, guest hosting, travel, and seeing friends and relatives who you’d otherwise avoid. Luckily, the same coping mechanisms that can help relieve stress and find better balance during the year also work for this holiday.

    Here are four tips to finding work—life balance during this season.

    Once you have your lists in order, it’s time to start crossing things off. In between your must-dos tasks, include a want-to-do task to break things up and re-energize yourself. Yes, this holiday is a time to give back to others and be selfless, but there’s still a bit of “self” in selflessness, isn’t there?

It is certain that you can feel less stressed in this hectic season when you stop expecting so much from yourself, because nobody puts so much expectation on you as you do to yourself. Trying to satisfy clients, co-workers, friends and family can be draining and can finally negatively impact you in many ways. When you simplify things up front, you relieve the stress off of yourself and everyone else in the process. Stop focusing on what you feel like you’re obligated to do, and start focusing on what you want and need to do, the load will get lighter and you will feel a lot merrier under the Christmas tree.

There are many things that we wish to achieve in life．For some, we set goals and objectives, and for some we don’t．Try to remember the last time you set a goal to achieve a certain task．Were you able to complete the task in an effective manner? The tasks which are done by setting and meeting daily goals will definitely be useful and rewarding experiences．A step-by-step approach towards achieving smaller goals is the key to achieving larger ones．

When it comes to the workplace, each and every employee is expected to meet daily responsibilities and expectations．With organizations becoming more and more competitive, the importance of goal-setting for employees is increasing．It helps the employee to perform better and increases his or her efficiency(效率) and time management．It’s also important for every student to set high academic goals so as to be able to build a good career．

Setting goals for completing the daily schedule helps an employee to finish the assigned tasks in a timely manner．If an employee is performing the way he or she is expected to, then this will of course increase the performance, output and productivity of both the employee and the organization. This helps you complete your assignments within the set time, thus putting less pressure on you during exams and increasing your chances of performing well．

How many times you have to be at work on a weekend just to complete your work? How many times you have had to stay up all night to complete your homework or study for your exams? Had you followed your set goals right from the beginning, you would have spent the time relaxing rather than being busy working or studying! Setting up goals and objectives helps you organize your time and efforts in an efficient manner．

In performing your work hard, you are likely to keep a steady pace when it comes to fulfilling(实现) your set goals．Because you are already on track, there will be no unnecessary workload and time limits over your head．Therefore, another benefit of effective goal-setting is lack of stress and a more calm and relaxed mind．Only a stress-free and calm mind can house progressive and productive thoughts．A calm mind causes positivity (积极性), which goes a long way towards increasing your ability to achieve the personal goals you have set for yourself．

Each and every human being aims to achieve two things: to fulfill desires and to enjoy life．This is possible only through proper discipline and time management．Goal-setting leads to not only professional growth but also personal growth and development．You are expected to know that every step counts and that setting up goals is easy, but following them on a consistent（一致的）basis is difficult．Therefore, if you want to be successful and also harvest the fruits of your hard work, you need to stick to your set goals and be focused towards achieving them．Realize the significant role that goal-setting plays in your life, make sure that you do all you can to achieve what you want. Set your goals, work towards achieving them and celebrate your success!

Is your child wishing for any great after-school activities? If yes, then you should consider dancing as an after-school activity for the kid. From learning a new skill to improving coordination (协调能力) and making new friends, dance school can be the perfect place to develop a kid’s creativity. Besides, song and dance can play an important role in the physical and emotionaldevelopment of the child. Therefore, choosing the right dance school is necessary if you want your child to receive proper training.

There are some things you need to take into consideration when you choose a dance school for your kid. One of them is the dance style. Before you begin your search, try to find out the different dance forms that your child may be interested in. At the dance school, ask about the dance forms they teach. More importantly, while you choose a dance style, don’t forget to involvethe child in the process. While you may love classical dance forms like ballet, the child may be more interested in Latin dance. It’s better to allow him or her to choose the style he or she likes best.

You have to consider the background of the teacher. The teacher should have rich performing and training experience. He or she should be professionally trained in the dance style, and should also have experience of performing with a dependable dance company. Besides knowledge about the dance form, the teacher needs to be caring and patient enough to teach young children.

How many students are there in a dance class? This question should also be considered. When there are too many students, teachers will find it difficult to pay personal attention to each student. This results in poor development of the dance skills. This is especially true for very young children, especially those in preschool, who require close attention. However, when there are less number of students and more space for dancing, the children can get more chances to practice dancing.

Also, don’t ignore the reputation(名气) and the location of the dance school. One of the best ways to know about a dance school is to ask around. Parents whose kids are going to dance classes can provide proper opinions about the school. You can also ask neighbors, friends, and colleagues for advice. On the other hand, how far is the dance school from your home? Will traveling to and from the school affect the child’s study? You also need to look into these important factors when choosing the dance school for your child.

For centuries people dreamed of going into space. This dream began to seem possible when high-flying rockets were built in the early 1900s.

In 1903 a Russian teacher named Konstantin Tsiolkovsky figured out how to use rockets for space travel. His plan was the first one in rocket science to use correct scientific calculation. About 30 years later, a U.S. scientist named Robert Goddard built the first rockets that could reach high altitudes. During World War II, German scientists built large rockets that could travel very far and carry dangerous explosives. After the war, scientists from Germany went to the United States and the Soviet Union to help those countries build space rockets.

These two countries were soon racing to get to space first. Each of these countries wanted to prove that it was stronger and more advanced than the other one. Both countries also had powerful bombs. People in the United States were worried when the Soviets were first to launch a space satellite, which was called Sputnik. The Soviets were also first to send a person into space. Yury Gagarin orbited the earth in the Vostok I spaceship in 1961.

The US government set a goal for its space program to be the first country to put a person on the Moon. The U.S. space program built a series of Apollo spaceship. These vehicles were powered by huge Saturn 5 rockets. In 1969 Apollo II took three men to the moon successfully. Nell Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon.

The Soviets may have lost the race to fly people to the Moon, but they built the first space station in 1971. The United States also built a space station. The space stations allowed people to live and work in space. Then the Soviet Union and the United States cooperated to hook two spaceships together in space. This action ended the "space race". Today a much larger space station, built by several countries together, orbits Earth.

Another new way to go to space is by space shuttle. A space shuttle, first made in the United States in 1981, looks like an airplane. Astronauts who fly spaceships have used shuttles to help put satellites into space.

Having looked forward to high school life for a whole summer v  (1)   , I finally came to my dream school--- Liangfeng.

With days passing by, I come to realize how amazing and interesting my new life is with new teachers and so many students in school. My teachers tell us that high school life means much more than junior school and that it will take some time to get used to it because we may still be  i  (2)   at studying effectively（效果地） and efficiently（效率地）, such as how to take notes and even how to listen to teachers in class.

As for me, however, new school life means more than academic  a  (3)   . I hope to attend several optional courses（选修课）and join school clubs like  l  (4)    club and music club, only in which way, I think, can we be well-equipped with necessary skills and social abilities and be well  p  (5)    for the future. Anyway, everyone has to learn to fit in  s  (6)    one day.

Another challenge for us is to get over some growing pains in adolescence. Personally, the most important is to get along with classmates. My parents often warn me that it’s vital for teenagers to be  t  (7)    of others and not to be a wet b  (8)    when staying with peers（同伴）. To make them happy, I’m always all  e  (9)    to their nagging（唠叨）, making them feel what I do satisfactory.

The good news is that such pains in growth do not last long and his period of change and challenge is surely  t  (10)   for those of grown-up life.

    For years, you’ve dreamed about hopping on a plane and disappearing into the horizon. You’ve bought your ticket. You’ve packed your bags. And your parents have finally built up the courage to let you go. Congratulations!

When you travel alone, the only person you need to think about is you. Taste the opportunity of complete freedom, and make your own route. There’s nothing wrong with caring only about yourself and seeking out the opportunities you want to experience, as long as you respect others and their freedom to choose. When you travel with family or friends, you often play a certain role. It can be the irresponsible little brother, the spoiled sister, or the shy friend. Now all that can change. Who do you want to be? Step outside your comfort zone and try on a different role. Don’t hide behind a mask or give in to social expectations.

When you fail to plan, you have to suffer the consequences. You need to imagine different situations, and try to think of possible solutions to them. Of course, a perfect plan doesn’t guarantee a smooth trip. Things happen on the road. That’s life. Experiences teach you the delicate art of forward thinking.

You prove to yourself that you can take on new challenges and deal with problems as they arise. Yes, it’s difficult and you will have to live with your mistakes. But better make mistakes than not to have lived at all. You learn to be kind and forgiving to yourself. After all, you’ve got to like your own company. You learn to nurture and protect your confidence, because you know it’s one of your most valuable assets.

Fear of heights. Fear of spiders. Fear of being alone and unloved. We’ve brought some heavy luggage on board. I’ve got good news and bad news. The good news: You’re not alone with your fears. Others have them, too. It’s what makes us vulnerable and human. Find comfort in this. The bad news: There’s not a fast cure to overcome your fear. There’s no pill to swallow. There’s no app to download. The reward is worth the struggle. Your fears are stubborn and they will return. You must fight back every single time. 

Traveling invites you to experience the unknown. To make the most of what the world has to offer, you better have an open mind. This is your key. Without it, you won’t go far. The world is full of imagined barriers. You break them down by evaluating your own prejudice. You’re quick to judge, but fortunately travel brings awareness to your ignorance.

When the luggage limit is low and your bag is full, you know it’s time to say goodbye to a few things. This can be difficult at first, but after a while it becomes a welcoming routine. Besides, you can buy it again, if you have to. In the end, relationships and memories matter most. You don’t need souvenirs to live a rich life. Sure, less is more when you travel alone, but some things are hard to live without. Say your passport and money for example. These are your personal belongings and you need them. Observe your surroundings and be careful in large crowds and tourist areas.

You will build new relationships on your journey, even if you’re shy. It doesn’t take much. It can be a friendly smile, a helpful hand, or a shared fear. Indeed, nothing brings people closer than fear. It’s tempting to check your Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts when you’re traveling. You don’t want to miss what’s right in front of you! Take the chance to get to know someone.

For years, you’ve dreamed about hopping on a plane and disappearing into the horizon. You’ve bought your ticket. You’ve packed your bags. And your parents have finally built up the courage to let you go. Congratulations!

When you travel alone, the only person you need to think about is you. Taste the opportunity of complete freedom, and make your own route. There’s nothing wrong with caring only about yourself and seeking out the opportunities you want to experience, as long as you respect others and their freedom to choose. When you travel with family or friends, you often play a certain role. It can be the irresponsible little brother, the spoiled sister, or the shy friend. Now all that can change. Who do you want to be? Step outside your comfort zone and try on a different role. Don’t hide behind a mask or give in to social expectations.

When you fail to plan, you have to suffer the consequences. You need to imagine different situations, and try to think of possible solutions to them. Of course, a perfect plan doesn’t guarantee a smooth trip. Things happen on the road. That’s life. Experiences teach you the delicate art of forward thinking.

You prove to yourself that you can take on new challenges and deal with problems as they arise. Yes, it’s difficult and you will have to live with your mistakes. But better make mistakes than not to have lived at all. You learn to be kind and forgiving to yourself. After all, you’ve got to like your own company. You learn to nurture and protect your confidence, because you know it’s one of your most valuable assets.

Fear of heights. Fear of spiders. Fear of being alone and unloved. We’ve brought some heavy luggage on board. I’ve got good news and bad news. The good news: You’re not alone with your fears. Others have them, too. It’s what makes us vulnerable and human. Find comfort in this. The bad news: There’s not a fast cure to overcome your fear. There’s no pill to swallow. There’s no app to download. The reward is worth the struggle. Your fears are stubborn and they will return. You must fight back every single time. 

Traveling invites you to experience the unknown. To make the most of what the world has to offer, you better have an open mind. This is your key. Without it, you won’t go far. The world is full of imagined barriers. You break them down by evaluating your own prejudice. You’re quick to judge, but fortunately travel brings awareness to your ignorance.

When the luggage limit is low and your bag is full, you know it’s time to say goodbye to a few things. This can be difficult at first, but after a while it becomes a welcoming routine. Besides, you can buy it again, if you have to. In the end, relationships and memories matter most. You don’t need souvenirs to live a rich life. Sure, less is more when you travel alone, but some things are hard to live without. Say your passport and money for example. These are your personal belongings and you need them. Observe your surroundings and be careful in large crowds and tourist areas.

You will build new relationships on your journey, even if you’re shy. It doesn’t take much. It can be a friendly smile, a helpful hand, or a shared fear. Indeed, nothing brings people closer than fear. It’s tempting to check your Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts when you’re traveling. You don’t want to miss what’s right in front of you! Take the chance to get to know someone.

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England is the largest of the four countries, and for c  (1)  it is divided roughly into three zones. The zone nearest France is called the South of England, the middle zone is called the Midlands and the one nearest to Scotland is known as the North. You find most of the p  (2)   settled in the south, but most of the industrial cities in the Midlands and the North of England. Although, n  (3)  , these cities are not as large as those in China, they have world-famous football teams and some of them even have two! It is a pity that the industrial cities built in the nineteenth century do not a  (4)   visitors. For historical a  (5)   you have to go to older but smaller towns built by the Romans. There you will find out more about British history and culture.

Mr. John, an IOC member, is d        to have been invited to talk about the history and s         of the Olympics. Just as he said, the c            Olympics were first held in 1896, in Athens.He dreamt that the Olympics would make it possible for people of all countries to live side by side in peace whatever language they speak.

Meanwhile, there are many outstanding athletes helping to realize the dream. There is no doubt that Chinese athletes have also made greatc       to it..What’s more, the Chinese led the way at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. So Mr. John looks forward to seeing more outstanding athletes and successful Olympic movement that matches its g         past.