Started in 1636, Harvard University is the oldest of all the many colleges and universities in the United States. Yale, Princeton, Columbia and Dartmouth were opened soon after Harvard.
In the early years, these schools were much similar. Only young men went to colleges. All the students studied the same subjects, and everyone learned Latin, Greek and Hebrew. Little was known about science then, and one kind of school could teach everything that was known about the world. When the students left school, most of them became ministers or teachers.
In 1782, Harvard started a medical school for young men who wanted to become doctors. Later, lawyers could receive their training in Harvard's law school. In 1825, besides Latin and Greek, Harvard began teaching modern languages, such as French and German. Soon it began teaching American history.
As knowledge increased, Harvard and other colleges began to teach many new subjects. Students were all owed to choose the subjects that interested them.
Today, there are many different kinds of colleges and universities. Most of them are made up of smaller schools that deal with (涉及) special fields of learning. There's so much to learn that one kind of school can't offer it all.
1. The oldest university in the US is________．| A．Yale | B．Harvard | C．Princeton | D．Columbia． |
| A．those colleges and universities were the same． |
| B．people young or old, might study in the colleges． |
| C．students studied only some languages and science． |
| D．when the students finished their school, they became lawyers or teachers． |
| A．everything that was known | B．law and something about medicine． |
| C．many new subjects | D．the subjects that interested students． |
| A．how to start a university | B．the world-famous colleges in America． |
| C．how colleges have changed | D．what kind of lesson each college teaches． |
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【推荐1】Begin your global journey
At University of Wisconsin (UW) — Eau Claire, you’ll find your investment pays off well before you graduate. Because here, we believe that your journey is just as important as your destination. You will have many, opportunities to develop: from internships (实习) to undergraduate research to foreign cultural experiences. We seek students who are curious, innovative and compassionate. If this sounds like you, submit your application to join our big family!
Admission application process
To complete an application for admission, submit the following:
1. Online application;
2. $25 USD application fee;
3. Evidence of English proficiency;
4. Financial documentation;
5. Academic records;
6. Passport copy.
Submit the supporting documents listed above by including them with your UW-Eau Claire specific application. You may also submit application materials to admissions@uwee.edu.
Application deadlines
We accept applications February 1-June 1 for admission the upcoming fall term (September)and August 1-November 1 for admission the upcoming spring term (February). We must receive all of your required application materials prior to the deadline. Start applying early!
Check your application status
To check your application status, as well as other important steps in the registration process, you must first activate your Campus Account. The information you will be able to access through your Campus Account includes the following:
•View your admission decision in real time;
•Track the progress of your completed next steps after admission;
•Pay your registration fee of $500;
•Sign up for Orientation (迎新会) when you are qualified.
Please note that official admission decisions will always be sent via US Mail.
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A global travel journal. | B．A college application guide. |
| C．A welcome speech for freshman. | D．An undergraduate course plan. |
| A．February 9, 2024. | B．March 16, 2024. |
| C．September 10, 2023. | D．December 1, 2023. |
| A．Pay the tuition fees. | B．Download official admission offer. |
| C．Submit application documents. | D．Know about your registration process. |
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●Applicants should be over 18 years old.
●Applicants should be physically and mentally healthy. Applicants should be able to communicate in English.
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| Fees (per year) | $5,000 | $500 | $100 | Single | Double |
| $1,000 | $500 | ||||
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1. Which of the following will result in disqualification?
| A．Being a Singaporean citizen. | B．Having a clean personal record. |
| C．Having a sound body and mind. | D．Having a good command of English. |
| A．A high test score. | B．An application form. |
| C．Overseas studying experience. | D．Qualified application documents. |
| A．$ 1, 000. | B．$ 6, 600. | C．$ 6, 100. | D．$ 5, 600. |
【推荐3】Entering a university is an important part of a person’s life. Today, many people go to a university to study and train for a future job in subjects like law, medicine or education.
The world’s oldest surviving university, AL-Azhar, is in Cario, Egypt. It was first built as a mosque for religion (宗教寺院) in A.D.972. A few years later, learners and teachers began meeting in the mosque. They read and talked about the subject of religion and law.
Over a thousand years later, AL-Azhar is still an important university in the world.
| A．However, the university is not a modern invention. |
| B．There are many reasons to study in Egypt. |
| C．They came here to teach and do research. |
| D．Around the year 988, a new decision was made. |
| E．Its library contains many of the world’s oldest and most valuable books. |
| F．The cost of university education is increasing year by year. |
| G．A university was a new idea at that time. |
【推荐1】Do you want to see majestic lions roaring, rare rhinos running and colorful birds flying? You’ll find this incredible display of nature in the Kenya Lake System in the Great Rift Valley.
First stop
Fly into Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. This great city is known for its fashion markets and beautiful art. And be sure to pick up some rich Kenyan coffee while you’re there! Then head for the countryside.
Plan your trip
The largest of the three lakes in the system, Lake Nakuru, is less than 175 kilometers from Nairobi. But Lakes Bogoria and Elementaita are equally worth a visit. You can stay at one of several choices of luxurious cabins in the valley. And if you sign up for a trip, be sure to put flamingos, the white and pink birds, at the top of your list.
Paradise
The Kenya Lake System is shallow and alkaline (碱性的). That means it supports vegetation such as green algae, a food source for many waterfowl. Hundreds of species of birds flourish here, using this area as a major breeding and nesting ground. Water buffalo, leopards, monkeys and the endangered Rothschild giraffe also make this area their home.
Other sights
Wildlife isn’t the only natural wonder in the Great Rift Valley. The valley marks a place where the earth is divided far below the surface. This rock separation below ground leads to noticeable feature s above ground. Walking around Lake Bogoria especially, you will see steam rising from hot springs.
Other activities include golfing, horseback riding and hiking. The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down, either. The river valley is far from city lights, so many visitors gaze at the stars shining above.
If you are ready for a wildlife experience, don’t hesitate!
1. Where can you buy fashionable gifts in Kenya?| A．Nairobi. | B．Lake Nakuru. | C．Lake Bogoria. | D．Lake Elementaita. |
| A．Playing golf. | B．Gazing at shining stars. |
| C．Visiting hot springs. | D．Seeing flamingos. |
| A．Health. | B．Travel. | C．Science. | D．Busniess. |
【推荐2】Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, is a lively city that is home to many different types of tourist attractions. In its early stages, the city grew as the agricultural and mining(采矿) industries grew, until it developed into the cultural city that it is today. It is also the third largest city in Australia.
Brisbane is a river city, although close to the coast, with the Brisbane River running through it. It is surrounded by hills and full of bridges. It is also very easy to get to a number of attractions such as the Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast from Brisbane.
Brisbane has a number of theatres including the Lyric Theatre, Cremorne Theatre and the Playhouse Theatre which are part of the Queensland Performing Arts Centre in South Bank.
The area of South Bank is popular with visitors and locals especially for its relaxed parkland and manmade beach area which is popular with all ages. During the evening this area is very popular for romantic walks and the many shows.
Another place that is very popular with visitors especially young people is the suburb(郊区) of Fortitude Valley. It is home to the amazing Chinatown, great restaurants, popular nightclubs and bars and so on. It's not a suburb for those who like peace and quiet.
Brisbane is a great place to cycle, with wonderful cycle tracks(自行车道) near and along the river. If you get tired along the way, you can always get on a bus or the City Cat (central area transport service). You can take a bus with your bike. But you'd better avoid the time of day when most people are traveling to or from work, because you won't be allowed on with a bike at that time.
Brisbane offers plenty of things to do with activities and tours such as hot air ballooning, rock climbing, and even climbing the Brisbane Story Bridge. For more information about Brisbane tours, please click here.
1. We know from the first two paragraphs that Brisbane is ________.| A．a city far from the sea |
| B．the capital of New South Wales |
| C．the third largest city in Australia |
| D．a city whose economy mainly depends on mining |
| A．The area of South Bank. |
| B．The suburb of Fortitude Valley. |
| C．The district close to the Lyric Theatre |
| D．The place near the Brisbane Story Bridge. |
| A．the zoo | B．the forest |
| C．the park | D．the river |
| A．To attract people to visit Brisbane. |
| B．To tell us some popular sports in Brisbane. |
| C．To inform us the traffic conditions in Brisbane. |
| D．To introduce some natural resources in Brisbane. |
【推荐3】If you’ve ever had a dog, you know just how deep a connection you can develop with “man’s best friend“. But a dog’s life is much shorter than humans, about 12 to 15 years long, which means every dog owner has to go through the heartbreaking moment when their loving pet passes away.
Why not make a clone of that dog then? This is the solution offered by a South Korean company, Sooam Biotech Research Foundation. The company has already successfully cloned at least 400 dogs, mostly for US customers, ever since it pioneered the technique in 2005. Now, Sooam Biotech has introduced its business to UK dog owners as well, offering them dogs that look just like their lost ones.
To clone a dog, researchers first need to take a skin cell from a living dog or one that has just died. Meanwhile, another dog is selected to supply an egg. Researchers then replace the DNA in the egg with that from the skin cell and implant the egg into the womb of a female dog. The egg grows into a puppy over the following two months.
The whole process takes less than a day, but it comes at a shockingly high price-around £ 63,000. But if you can’t afford it now, you can also save the cell in a laboratory and access it at a later date.
However, magical as cloning might sound, there is no guarantee that the cloned dog will be a perfect copy of the original one. Just like identical twins of humans, they share the exactly same DNA but there will still be small differences between them. “The spots on a Dalmatian clone will be different, for example,” Insung Hwang, head of Sooam Biotech, told The Guardian.
Dog owners will also have to accept the fact that personality is not “clone-able”. Apart from genes, personality is also determined by upbringing and environment, which are both random elements that cloning technologies simply cannot overcome, Professor Tom Kirkwood at Newcastle University, UK, told The Telegraph.
Perhaps bringing our dogs back by cloning is not the best way to remember them after all. Kirkwood, a dog owner himself, pointed out, “An important aspect of our relationship with them is coming to terms with the pain of letting go.”
1. What service does Sooam Biotech Research Foundation offer?| A．Making copies of pet dogs. | B．Giving pet dogs identical twins. |
| C．Helping dogs give birth to more puppies. | D．Helping dog owners love their dogs more. |
a. An egg is taken from another dog.
b. A skin cell is taken from the pet dog.
c. The egg grows into a puppy in two months.
d. The egg is placed in the womb of a female dog.
e. The DNA in the egg is replaced by the DNA from the skin cell.
| A．a→d→b→e→c | B．a→e→b→ c | C．b→a→d→e→c | D．b→a→e→d→c |
| A．It has not been put into practice until recently. |
| B．It is very popular among US and UK pet owners. |
| C．It might not give the owners an exactly same dog. |
| D．It is very expensive and usually takes half a year to complete. |
| A．negative | B．supportive | C．unconcerned | D．critical |
【推荐1】How much paper do you use every year? Perhaps you can’t answer that question quickly. In 1900 the world’s use of paper was about one kilogram for each person in a year. Now some countries use as much as 100 kilograms of paper for each person in a year. The amount of paper a country uses shows how far advanced the country is, some people say. It is difficult to say whether this is true: different people mean different things by the word “advanced”. But countries like the United States, England and Sweden certainly use more paper than other countries.
Paper, like many other things that we use today, was first made in China. In Egypt and the West, paper was not very commonly used before the year 1400.
The Chinese first made paper about 2,000 years ago. China still has pieces of paper which were made as long ago as that. But Chinese paper was not made from the wood of trees. It was made from the hairlike parts of certain plants.
Paper was not made in southern Europe until about the year 1100. Scandinavia — which now makes a great deal of the world’s paper — did not begin to make it until 1500. It was a German named Schaeffer who found out that trees could be made into the best paper. After that, the forest countries of Canada, Sweden, Norway, Finland, and the United States became the most important in paper making. Today in Finland, which makes the best paper in the world, the paper industry is the biggest in the land.
1. The underlined word “advanced” in the first paragraph probably means ________.| A．big | B．small | C．developed | D．beautiful |
| A．China | B．Egypt |
| C．the West | D．southern Europe |
| A．Chinese | B．Egyptian |
| C．Canadian | D．German |
| A．Canada. | B．Finland. |
| C．Sweden. | D．Norway. |
【推荐2】New Views is the National Theatre’s annual play writing programme for 14 - 19 year olds. Every year, hundreds of students from across the UK learn about play writing from the finest writers and write their own 30-minute plays. The online course is accessible to everyone, but participating schools and colleges have the unique benefits. This year we are working with 75 schools nationwide, giving up to 100 groups the opportunity to be a part of New Views. Any school or college can apply to participate in the programme.
Applications for New Views 2018 (September 2018-July 2019) | ||
Time | Activity | Details |
| September | CPD (teachers) | ●visit the NT for training. ●establish writing groups in their schools or colleges. |
| October-March | TRAINING (students) | ●follow our specially created online course. ●see NT productions--at the NT in London. ●take part in workshops with professional playwrights. |
| December-April | WRITING (students) | ●write half-hour plays about the challenging, real-life issues that matter to them. ●stage rehearsed readings. ●submit plays to the NT for feedback. |
July | NEW VIEWS FESTIVAL (all) | ● hold the annual New Views Festival. ● have the chance to see his/her play produced at the NT. ● attend rehearsed readings of their work if they have their plays shortlisted (列入候选名单). |
The students taking part in New Views will have the unique and exciting opportunity to:
● Explore their talent and sharpen their approach to research, as well as their ability to develop and express ideas on key moral questions and dilemmas.
● Develop a sense of connection to the arts, a lifelong enthusiasm for theatre and an understanding of the power of theatre to engage audiences in serious debate.
●Develop their transferable(可转换的) skills for employment and further study including self-management, team working and communication, application of literacy(有读写能力), problem solving, independence and critical engagement with subject material.
How much does it cost to take part?
● State Schools: £300
● Independent Schools: £600
If you would like to register your interest in participating, please contact Andrew Pritchard, New Views Programme Coordinator: newviews@nationaltheatre.org.uk
1. The article is intended for _______.| A．schools and colleges | B．parents and students |
| C．players and playwrights | D．theaters and performances |
| A．stage rehearsed readings with students |
| B．participate in annual New Views Festival |
| C．guide students’ play writing in the workshops |
| D．establish writing groups in schools or colleges |
| A．become unique and independent |
| B．lead audiences into serious debate |
| C．improve literacy and learning ability |
| D．be able to organize a team of their own |
【推荐3】At first, Michael Surrell didn't see the black smoke or flames shooting from the windows of his neighbor's home. He had just parked around the comer from his own house when he got a call from his daughter: "The house next door is on fire!" He went to look. That's when he saw an old woman crying outside.
"The baby's in there!" she cried. Though the fire department had been called, Surrell, then 64, ran inside without hesitation. Entering the burning house was like "running into a bucket of black paint," Surrell says. The thick smoke burned his eyes and made it impossible to breathe. The conditions would have been dangerous for anyone, but for Surrell, who had lung disease, they were life-threatening.
After a few minutes in the smoke - filled house, he retreated outside to catch his breath. "Where is Tiara?" he asked desperately.
“The second floor," the old woman shouted back.
Taking a deep breath, Surrell went in a second time. Because the house had a similar layout to his, he found the stairs and made it to the second floor.
“Baby girl, where are you?”
His throat and lungs burned as if he'd breathed fire instead of the smoke in the air. He couldn't open his eyes. All he could hear was the crackling （破裂声）of burning wood. Then a soft sound came out. Still unable to see, Surrell fell to his knees on the hot wood floor and climbed toward the sound, feeling around for any sign of the girl.
Finally, he touched something. A shoe, then an ankle. He pulled the baby toward him. Her body was weak and she wasn't breathing. He carried her into his arms and ran blindly into the blackness. The next thing he knew, he was at the front door, then outside.
1. Why was the old woman crying outside?| A．She lost the baby in the fire. |
| B．The baby was hurt in the fire. |
| C．The baby was in the burning house. |
| D．She couldn't call the fire department. |
| A．Surrell's daughter worked in a fire department. |
| B．Surrell would probably have been killed by the fire. |
| C．The smoke blanketed Surrell' s house from next door. |
| D．A bucket of black paint blocked Surrell's way to the house. |
| A．By searching on his knees. |
| B．By opening the back door. |
| C．By shouting repeatedly' |
| D．By turning on the light. |
| A．Determined and patient. |
| B．Independent and devoted. |
| C．Generous and reliable. |
| D．Courageous and caring. |
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Dates: 1-4 week programs; June through August
Cost: $1,950 per week (10% off book before May l0th)
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ARCC Programs: Meaningful Service. Real Connections. True Adventure.
ARCC provides international adventure programs in 20 countries and 4 western states. With over 30 years of experience, ARCC has remained a pioneer of adventure travel and teen summer programs for young people.
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French Summer Camp in the French Alps
High-quality Teenage French Summer program in Morzine in the French Alps, just an hour’s drive from Geneva. Combine language learning with great cultural and outdoor activities in a fun, safe mountain village environment.
Dates: July 8th - August 19th
Cost: $2,412 for 2 weeks
Tel: 450-790-0838
Abbey Road High School Summer Program in Florence, Italy
Spend this summer learning about Italian art history, language, cuisine, film, and fashion in the beautiful and historic city of Florence. Enjoy delicious authentic pastas, and go on weekly trips to discover Italy.
Dates: 2-5 week programs; June l st-August 30th
Costs: $4,095(2 weeks) | $6,295(3 weeks) | $7,095(4 weeks)
Tel.:888-462-2239
1. If you choose a two-week program with the lowest cost, which number would you call?| A．450-790-0838 | B．888-462-2239 |
| C．403-545-2202 | D．415-332-5075 |
| A．Its provider. | B．Its location |
| C．Its dates. | D．Its cost. |
| A．It lasts the whole summer. |
| B．It provides different week options. |
| C．It offers chances to learn the history of Geneva. |
| D．It helps participants learn French and have fun. |
【推荐2】When my old dog developed major health problems, I knew that watching him fail would be painful, but I wasn’t prepared for the powerful lessons he’d offer in the last year of his life.
Chance was 14 when the problems started. First, he developed a cancer that left him whistling for breath. Then came cataracts（白内障）in both eyes, arthritis（关节炎）in his legs, and a series of mini-strokes（小中风）that threw off his balance. Any one of these misfortunes would have left me begging for relief, but Chance became calmer as the disabilities piled up.
When leg pain left him frozen on the floor, unable to rise for a quick pat as I came home, he didn’t complain. He just lay there patiently, signaling me with his hammering tail, each movement spelling out the value of waiting for the things you want. When his cataracts made steering impossible after dark, he’d stand calmly until I could guide him inside, proving how easy it is to find happiness if you let go of your pride and insecurities and learn to lean on those who love you. When mini-strokes had him walk unsteadily like a drunk, he taught the value of persistence. For days after each attack, he’d fall as he moved about. Yet again and again he’d try to walk, each day moving a few more steps until finally he was able to get outside and back by himself.
There were lessons in so much of what he did, but the key one surely was the importance of obtaining all the joy possible from each experience whether it’s a day lazing under a warm sun or a few minutes appreciating a favorite meal.
For most of our life together, Chance was always rushing ahead, searching out new adventures, then circling back to let me know what lay around the next turn. As an old dog, he did the same thing, using his attitude, instead of his once - fast legs, to show the way.
1. Chance suffered very much from all the diseases he had except for _______.| A．having problem with breath | B．walking around awkwardly |
| C．having trouble drinking | D．losing his eyesight in darkness |
| A．Living in the present and enjoying what we have |
| B．Learning to depend on those who we love and trust |
| C．That we should expect good things to happen patiently |
| D．That we should persevere in what we believe is worth trying |
| A．people might suffer from different diseases when they grow old |
| B．people could face aging with courage and dignity |
| C．pets would become calmer for lack of energy in their last days |
| D．pets and masters should stick together helping each other in difficulty |
| A．Bitter. | B．Appreciative. |
| C．Proud. | D．Sympathetic. |
Schools and parents should cut down some of the homework so that our children can enjoy more than nine hours of sleep every night for their health. For children, they should make the most best use of their time. When they have enough time for sleeping .They will find it much better for both their study and health.
1. What make most students sleep less than nine hours every night?
| A．Doing housework. | B．Playing computer games. |
| C．Doing homework. | D．Watching TV. |
| A．Their parents. | B．Other students. |
| C．Nobody else. | D．They themselves. |
| A．Only 9 hours. | B．Over 9 hours. |
| C．8 hours. | D．Less than 9 hours. |
| A．Some students are careless that they spent much time on the homework. |
| B．All the students stay up late for their homework. |
| C．Schools and parents should take care of children’s health. |
| D．Children should be given less homework. |
