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1、After twenty yearsThe policeman on the beat walked along the street as he always did. It was barely ten oclock at night. When he had walked about halfway around a certain block, the policeman suddenly slowed down. In the doorway of a store 1._(stand) a man, with an unlit cigar in his mouth. As the p

2、oliceman walked up to him the man spoke up quickly.Its all right, officer, he said. Im just waiting for a friend. Its an appointment made twenty years ago. There used to be a restaurant 2._this store standsBig JoeBradys restaurant.It was here until five years ago, said the policeman. It was torn dow

3、n then.The man in the doorway struck a match and lit his cigar.The light showed a pale face,with keen eyes, a square jaw and a little white scar near his right eyebrow. His scarfpin was a large diamond, 3._(odd) set.“Twenty years ago tonight,” said the man, I dined here with Jimmy Wells, my best fri

4、end. He and I were just like two brothers. I was eighteen and Jimmy was twenty. The next morning I was to leave NewYork and travel to the West to make my fortune. Well, we agreed that night that we would meet here again exactly twenty years from that date and time, no matter 4._ our conditions might

5、 be or from what distance we might have to come. We figured that in twenty years each of us ought to have built a life and made our fortunes.It sounds pretty interesting, said the policeman.Rather a long time between meetings,though. Havent you heard from your friend since you left? Well, we kept in

6、 touch for a year or two, and then we lost contact. But I know Jimmy will meet me here if hes alive, for he always was the truest and 5._(reliable) fellow in the world. Hell never forget. I came a thousand miles to stand in this doorway tonight, and its worthwhile if my old partner turns up.The wait

7、ing man pulled out a handsome watch, 6._(set) with small diamonds.It was three minutes to ten.Ill be on my way, said the policeman.Hope your friend turns up.Ill give him half an hour at least. Bye, officer.The man who had come a thousand miles to keep 7._ appointment with the friend of his youth smo

8、ked his cigar and waited. About twenty minutes later, a tall man in a long overcoat, with collar 8._(turn) up to his ears, hurried toward him.Is that you, Bob? he asked, doubtfully.Is that you,Jimmy Wells? shouted the man in the doorway.Bless my heart! cried the new arrival.“Well, well, well! Twenty

9、 years is a long time! How has the West treated you, old man?It has given me everything I asked it for. Youve changed lots, Jimmy. I never thought you were tall by two or three inches.Oh, I grew a bit after I was twenty. Come on,Bob; well go to a place I know and have a good long talk about old time

10、s.The two men walked up the street, arm in arm.The man from the West was beginning to outline the history of his career. At the corner stood a drugstore, brilliant with electric lights. Each of them turned to stare 9._ the others face.The man from the West stopped suddenly and released his arm.“As I

11、 suspected, youre not Jimmy Wells,”he said, impatiently with anger. Twenty years is a long time,but not long enough to change the shape of a mans nose. It sometimes changes a good man into a bad one, said the tall man, 10._(take) charge of the situation.Youve been under arrest for ten minutes, Silky

12、Bob. Chicago police thought you might have dropped over our way and wired us. They want to have a chat with you. Before we go to the station, heres a note for you. Its from Patrolman Wells.The man from the West unfolded the paper. The note was rather short. Bob: I was at the appointed place on time.

13、 When you struck the match to light your cigar I saw it was the face of the criminal wanted in Chicago. Anyhow I couldnt arrest you myself,so I got a plain-clothes man to do the job. JIMMY.【答案】 1. stood; 2. where; 3. oddly; 4. what; 5. most reliable; 6. set; 7. an; 8. turned; 9. at; 10. takingTaking

14、 responsibilityHonoured guests, teachers and students, it is my pleasure and privilege to welcome you here today and present my thoughts on this special occasion.Students, the time has arrived for you to 1._ (full) accept your passage into adulthood. I have seen you grow from nervous Senior 1 studen

15、ts into confident young adults, 2._ sit before me today, ready to embrace the next phase of your lives. You must be both excited and anxious about the new experiences that are in store for you. Dont worry, for you are all responsible young people, well prepared and well equipped to successfully mana

16、ge the challenges of the years ahead.At school, you have gradually understood the importance of a well-developed sense of responsibility. You accept that you are responsible 3._ your successes and your failures. Hopefully, you have learnt to treat responsibility not as a weight that burdens you, but

17、 rather as a foundation which will support your future development. A ship without an anchor is at the mercy of the waves and winds; likewise, a person who has no sense of responsibility is at the mercy of their own careless and thoughtless behaviour.As students, you must take your studies seriously

18、 and accept responsibility for your own learning. This means 4._ (meet) deadlines for your schoolwork, following your teachers guidance, and of course, always aiming for academic excellence. However, your responsibilities go far beyond your studies. As you go through your daily life, you will encoun

19、ter many difficult situations 5._ things may go wrong. Instead of being quick to blame others, analyse the problem, and if it is indeed your own fault, be ready to admit your mistake and then correct it. This way, you practise the virtue of courage. Always give your best in whatever you set out 6._

20、(do), however difficult that might be. This way, you practise the virtue of determination. Be honest by saying what you mean and by meaning what you say. This way, you practise the virtue of integrity. Taking responsibility in all aspects of your everyday life, therefore, will help build a strong ch

21、aracter.Apart from personal development, 7._ (assume) responsibility for your actions is also important for the betterment of society. Society is an organic whole,and as social beings, we have a responsibility to make a 8._ (contribute).You may have heard the story of a small boy who tried to save s

22、tarfish left on the beach after a storm, by throwing them back into the sea. Passers-by told him that he was wasting his time, for he could not possibly save them all. However, the boy was not discouraged, believing that he could make a difference to the ones that he saved. As a result, the passers-

23、by felt inspired and joined him in saving the starfish. Similarly, the little things you do can make a difference! For example, picking up garbage around your neighbourhood contributes to a cleaner environment.Reporting a speeding car helps ensure road safety. Being energy-efficient leads to savings

24、 of our precious natural resources. Doing volunteer work at a local nursing home brings love and 9._(warm) to the elderly. Just like the starfish boy, you may even inspire people around you to do the same, which is an added bonus. Working together, we have the power to gradually but continuously adv

25、ance our society.So, dear students, take your first step into the adult world by accepting your responsibilities, so that adulthood will be an 10._ (enjoy) and rewarding experience for both you and those around you. Sometimes, responsibilities may weigh heavily on you. However, just as the Chinese s

26、aying goes,“Jade is good-for-nothing if not carved.A man cannot be perfected without trials. Sow the seeds of success today and your harvest will be great tomorrow.I wish you every success in your adult life!【答案】 1. fully; 2. who; 3. for; 4. meeting; 5. where; 6. to do; 7. assuming; 8. contribution; 9. warmth; 10. enjoyable学科网（北京）股份有限公司