In America, when the eighth graders leave the middle school, they are often worried about moving to the high school. It is a hard time for them, but it can be an exciting one as well. To make it easier, students need to get familiar with their school.
Even though they’ve done this already in the middle school，it’s still important to find where their classrooms are. Most schools take students to the high school for a visit at the end of their eighth grade year. And, most schools also have a freshman speech for parents and students before the first year begins. Sometimes the main office will give away a map of the school. This can help students and parents to find different places in the school.
One way to know your high school more and make new friends is to join different clubs and sports. Fall activities begin in August before the first day of school. If you are not interested in sports, there are clubs for any interests, such as drama, dance, chess, photography, community service, etc. These clubs allow students from different grades. By joining an activity, students can find new friendship, not to mention improving their chant.es in future college applications. The school office will have a list of activities offered at the school and information on how to join them.
What’s more, to have a great start to a high school year, students can write down some of their worries, and ask for help from teachers and school workers.
8. According to the text, most students feel when entering the high school.
A. unhappy B. nervous
C. disappointed D. lonely
9. Which of the following is TRUE about the school clubs?
A. There are fewer students from higher grades in the school clubs.
B. The school clubs in high school mainly welcome sports fans.
C. Summer activities usually begin before high school starts.
D. The school office can help new students join school clubs.
10. When do many schools take students to visit their new high school?
A. Before-the eighth grade year starts.
B. Right after the high school year starts.
C. At the end of the last year in the middle school.
D. At the beginning of the new term in high school.
11. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To describe the colorful high school life.
B. To offer advice to new high school students.
C. To give information on college applications.
D. To share useful experience in high school.