【推荐2】As the G20 Leaders Summit(峰会)kicked off on Sept 4, Hangzhou, the host city, took measures to promote its reputation for entrepreneurship(企业), as well as its many beauty sports, to those overseas people.

Although many may have been surprised when Hangzhou was chosen to host the summit over bigger cities such as Beijing or Shanghai, economic statistics suggest that it’s well deserving of the honor.

When the national economy grew at 6.7 percent in the first half of this year, the lowest in more than two decades, Hangzhou steamed ahead with a huge 10.8 percent growth, becoming one of the only two cities in China, alongside Chongqing, with a double-digit growth rate.

Walking along the streets of Hangzhou, through centuries-old paths and along the Broadway—like Yan’an Avenue, a tourist can pick up whatever he or she wants with just a smartphone, via Alipay or WeChat Pay---no cash or credit cards needed.

And starting this month, one can also rent public bikes simply by scanning the QR code(二维码)with a smartphone.

Meanwhile, a short video showing the beauty of Zhejiang Province and its capital, Hangzhou, was being aired on CNBC channels during prime time until Sept 12.

The promotional video, created by CNBC’s Catalyst Content Studio, highlighted some of Hangzhou’s most charming attractions.

From eye-pleasing beauty spots like the Qiantang River and West Lake to the towering headquarters of leading Internet corporations, the promo(宣传片)showed how the city built its culture on a long history of commerce and developed into a vast modern center of technology, imports and exports.

1. According to the passage, _________ and Hangzhou became the only two cities in China with a two-digit growth rate in the first half of this year.

A．Beijing	B．Chongqing
C．Shanghai	D．Tianjin

2. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A．Visitors can’t use cash or credit cards to buy things

B．Only by scanning the QR code with mobile phones can people rent public bikes

C．A short video about Hangzhou would be broadcast on CNBC channel on Sept 12.

D．Visitors can buy whatever they want through WeChat Pay on mobile phones

3. The author of the passage aims to ____________-.

A．explain why Hangzhou was chosen to host the summit

B．introduce the promotional video, created by CNBC’s Catalyst Content Studio

C．show the beauty of Qiantang River and West Lake

D．present the G20 Leaders Summit

4. This passage is most probably taken from __________-.

A．a science textbook	B．a tourist map
C．a city guide	D．a news report

【推荐3】We all do it. We make huge plans for New Year's Eve. As the big day approaches, we start building expectations, planning the best night of our lives. And yet, it rarely lives up. After all, how could it? We set unrealistic goals for a single night when many places are crowded and loud, there are tons of noisy drunk people, and an astronomical bill comes at the end of the evening. You're left wondering, "Was it worth it?" Fortunately, all it takes is a little reconsideration of your expectations to make sure this year's big night is one to remember.

If you get smashed on New Year's Eve, it is likely that you won't even remember what you did and whether or not you had fun. That's not saying there's something wrong with having a couple of glasses of wine at midnight. After all, it is a celebration. Just keep it light, since you want to remember the fun you had with your friends and family. After all, do you really want to spend the first day of the new year with drunkenness?

Many people like to spend the holidays with their friends and family. You could reserve a table at a favorite restaurant, but how about staying home and cooking? There's nothing worse than having to shout across the table because the restaurant is so crowded, except maybe waiting in line for an hour or more for that privilege. Never mind the bill will almost always be significantly higher than it would be almost any other night of the year. If you love to cook, you can make a great meal that everyone can enjoy.

A great idea for an at-home New Year's Eve party is wonderful. If it's a large get-together, it might be difficult to have a sit-down meal due to space restrictions, but a buffet is always a good choice. You just need to display the dishes for them to choose as they wish. Consider your space and guests' comfort when deciding what to serve.

1. Why do our huge plans for New Year's Eve usually fail?

A．We waste too much money on dinner.

B．There are drunken people everywhere.

C．Every place is crowded with people.

D．We pin too much on a single night.

2. Which of the following can replace the underlined word "smashed" in Paragraph 2?

A．Tired.	B．Drunk.
C．Bored.	D．Excited.

3. What did the author suggest doing to spend holidays with your friends and family?

A．Treating them at home.

B．Inviting them to dinner outside.

C．Waiting in line for a favorite restaurant.

D．Booking a great meal that everyone can enjoy.

4. What should you do if your home is not big enough?

A．Try to arrange a sit-down meal for your friends.

B．Serve a small meal according to your space.

C．Let your friends help themselves to dishes.

D．Consider your guests' comfort only.

【推荐1】On June 16, 2020, Virginia governor Ralph Northam made an announcement. The state would move to recognize June 19, or Juneteenth, as a paid state holiday. The next day, New York governor Andrew Cuomo tweeted that he' d do the same in his state. This makes Virginia and New York the latest states to officially honor Juneteenth. Now, at least 45 out of 50 states, plus Washington, D. C., recognize Juneteenth. “We became independent in 1776. Every year as a nation, we mark the Fourth of July Independence Day," Northam said during a press conference. “But that freedom we celebrate did not include everyone.

Learning more about the holiday means going back in history to the Civil War. On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln delivered the Emancipation Proclamation ( 解放黑人奴隶宣言). His speech declared freedom for enslaved people. The Civil War ended more than two years later，in April 1865. The Union won. But there were many enslaved people who had not been told of this. On June 19, Union soldiers told crowds in Galveston, Texas, that the state' s 250 ,000 enslaved people were free. They were among the last to find out. The day became known as Juneteenth, which refers to June and 19th and is sometimes called Emancipation Day. Over the years, as black people from Galveston moved to different cities, the celebration spread slowly. And in the 1960s, the civil rights movement brought a really wider awareness of Juneteenth because it broke out all over the country.

It's believed that such a holiday helps educate people about what happened in the past. Sheila Jackson Lee represents Texas in the US House of Representatives. Earlier this week, she introduced a bill to Congress, which asks for national recognition of the holiday. Juneteenth has been celebrated in a variety of ways people can choose from. Usually, there are community gatherings, cookouts, and festivals.

1. What did Northam mean by saying the underlined part in Paragraph 1?

A．Not every American state accepted Juneteenth.

B．Americans should show respect for each other.

C．Black people should unite to get more freedom.

D．Slavery still existed after the fourth of July in 1776.

2. Which of the following is home to Juneteenth celebrations?

A．Washington, D. C.	B．Texas.
C．Virginia.	D．New York.

3. What made Juneteenth spread across the country?

A．President Lincoln’s proclamation.	B．Black people’s living in big cities.
C．American civil rights movement.	D．Freedom Day' s being recognized.

4. What is the real function of Juneteenth in Sheila' s opinion?

A．To remember the history.	B．To set a paid state holiday.
C．To have richer celebrations.	D．To give people more choices.

【推荐2】Celebrated annually in the United States on the fourth Thursday in November, the holiday of Thanksgiving was first observed in 1621 and continues to be an American tradition today.    1    But for most people, the holiday of Thanksgiving is a day with festive meals, parades, football, family and friends, and, of course, turkey. The Thanksgiving holiday is a reminder to give thanks for the good things, people and providential events in our lives.

1.     2    

The traditional menu of roast turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, several types of vegetables(for example, sweet corn, sweet potatoes and so on), cranberry sauce, different sorts of pies, and bread is fairly standard for most families and groups of celebrators.

2. Prepare the food.

Some things can be done prior to the day, such as baking cookies and pumpkin pie, while other things need to be made fresh on the day, such as roasting the turkey.

3. Make the table festive.

    3    If not, lay out the items somewhere readily accessible for quick arrangement on the day. Make a Thanksgiving flower arrangement. This can be placed on the table.    4    

4. Spend a little time reflecting on the meaning of Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving is a chance for many families to spend time together after being apart for much of the year.    5     And you can also share your thoughts about what you feel grateful for. Think of your family's own ways to express your gratitude on this day and in the year to follow.

A．Get the kids to help set the table as part of their contribution to the preparations.

B．Find activities to do after the meal.

C．Thanksgiving means many things to different people.

D．Enjoy some Thanksgiving holiday traditions.

E．Prepare for the Thanksgiving meal by selecting the menu in advance.

F．It is a good time to reflect on the love that you have for one another.

G．Arrange the table decorations the day before Thanksgiving if you have a separate dining table available.

【推荐3】New Zealand’s amazing scenic beauty plays host to some amazing music, food, and cultural festivals throughout the year. Below are some best festivals in New Zealand to add to your wish list.

Wellington on a Plate
When: 20th-21st November, 2022
Where: Wellington
Entry Fee: Free of charge

Wellington on a Plate is an impressive food festival in New Zealand which is not limited to just one place. Wellington’s restaurants, venues, and even car parks become hosts to this wild celebration. Hamburgers are a popular food choice in Wellington. Besides them, creative cocktails, wines, and over 100 exciting events also wait for you.

Rhythm & Alps
When: 29th December, 2022
Where: Robrosa Station, Wanaka, South Island
Entry Fee: INR 5,000-34,000

Are you crazy about mountains and music? Rhythm & Alps is a festival that you can plan a road trip to. It is one of the camping festivals in New Zealand that could bring together world-class bands, DJs and festival-goers to welcome the coming year.

Rhythm and Vines
When: 28th-31st December, 2022
Where: Waiohika Estate, Gisborne
Entry Fee: INR 20,500-34,000

Gisborne is the first city in the world to see the New Year, as it is on New Zealand’s East Cape. A 3-day-long international music festival, Rhythm and Vines, is held there to welcome the first sunrise of the New Year.

Victorian Fete
When: 21st November, 2022
Where: Victorian Precinct, Oamaru
Entry Fee: INR 700

Victorian Fete is a good occasion during which festival-goers take a step back in time to the Victorian time. Festival-goers show up in Victorian full dress during the celebration. Have your spare time enjoying tasty food, wine, beer, and world-class whisky at one of the exciting New Zealand traditional festivals.

1. What is special about Wellington on a Plate?

A．It’s free to the locals.

B．It’s known for its road trips.

C．It’s held at various locations.

D．It’s an excellent music festival.

2. What do we learn about Rhythm & Alps and Rhythm and Vines?

A．They’re good choices for camping fans.

B．They require the same fee for admission.

C．They fall on the first few days of the year.

D．They are intended to celebrate the New Year.

3. Which of the follow appeals most to one interested in old fashion?

A．Victorian Fete.	B．Rhythm & Alps.
C．Rhythm and Vines.	D．Wellington on a Plate.

【推荐2】We can make mistakes at any age. Some mistakes we make are about money. But most mistakes are about people. “Did Jerry really care when I broke up with Helen?” “When I got that great job, did Jim, as a friend, really feel good about it?” “And was Paul friendly just because I had a car?” When we look back, doubts like these can make us feel bad. But when we look back, it’s too late.

Why do we go wrong about our friends or our enemies? Sometimes what people say hides their real meaning. And if we don’t really listen we miss the feeling behind the words. Suppose someone tells you, “You’re a lucky dog.” That’s being friendly. But “lucky dog”? There’s a bit of envy in those words. Maybe he doesn’t see it himself. But bringing in the “dog” bit puts you down a little. What he may be saying is that he doesn’t think you deserve your luck.

“Just think of all the things you have to be thankful for” is another noise that says one thing and means another. It could mean that the speaker is trying to get you to see your problem as part of your life as a whole. But is he? Wrapped up in this phrase is the thought that your problem isn’t important. It’s telling you to think of all the starving people in the world when you haven’t got a date for Saturday night.

How can you tell the real meaning behind someone’s words? One way is to take a good look at the person talking. Do his words fit the way he looks? Does what he says agree with the tone of voice? His posture(姿态)? The look in his eyes? Stop and think. The minute you spend thinking about the real meaning of what people say to you may save another mistake.

1. This passage is mainly about ________.

A．how to understand what people say

B．how to avoid mistakes when you communicate with people

C．what to do when you listen to others talking

D．Why we go wrong with friends sometimes

2. According to the author, the reason why we go wrong about our friends is that ________.

A．we fail to listen carefully when they talk

B．people tend to be annoyed when we check what they say

C．we are always doubting what our friends say

D．people usually state one thing but means another

3. In the second paragraph, the underlined word “it” refers to ________.

A．a bit of envy	B．lucky dog
C．being friendly	D．your luck

4. When we listen to a person talking, the most important thing for us to do is ________.

A．notice the way the person is talking

B．take a good look at the person talking

C．mind his tone, his posture and the look in his eyes

D．examine the real meaning of what he says based on his manner, his tone and his posture

【推荐1】I go to school the youth to learn the future．

﹣Robert Frost

	Harvard University Type：private       Created Time：1636 Location：Cambridge．Massachusetts．USA
Harvard University's history，influence and wealth have made it one of the most famous universities in the world
	University of Oxford Type：public     Created Time：Not quite clear Location：Oxford，Britain
The University of Oxford is the second oldest university in the world and the oldest in the English﹣speaking world．
	University of Cambridge Type：public       Created Time：1209 Location：Cambridge，Britain
The University of Cambridge is the second oldest university in the English﹣speaking world and the sixth oldest in Europe．
	Tsinghua University Type：public          Created Time：1211 Location：Haidian District，Beijing．China
Tsinghua University was originally（起初）under the name “Tsinghua Xuetang” The school was renamed “Tsinghua School” in 1912．The university section was founded in 1925．

1. What is Harvard University famous for？

A．People and wealth．	B．Subjects and country
C．Professors and students．	D．History，influence and wealth．

2. When was the university section founded in Tsinghua University？

A．In 1211．	B．In 1912．
C．In 1925．	D．Not quite clear

3. Which statement is NOT TRUE according to the passage above？

A．Harvard University was set up in 1636．

B．The University of Oxford is the oldest university in the world．

C．The University of Cambridge is the sixth oldest university in Europe

D．Tsinghua University is located in Beijing now．

【推荐2】In order to stay healthy, you should cut out fast-food, avoid late-night snacking and refuse all things cooked in oil. Now you may be thinking: What healthy food is tasty? Don’t worry. Your favorite foods might just be good and healthy for you!

The most important thing of all is to eat different foods. They can provide you with vitamins and minerals, which are important to your health. It’s vitamins that help our bodies grow and develop.

Vitamin A helps form healthy teeth and skin, and fight against disease. When choosing foods that provide vitamin A, think of colorful food, for example, carrots, eggs, potatoes, cheese and milk. There are many types of B vitamins, and each one helps your health. For example, vitamin B6 helps increase the amount of oxygen in the cells. Potatoes, bananas, chicken and beans are rich in vitamin Bs. Vitamin C is necessary for you to repair your body and immune(免疫) system. With vitamin C, your body is better able to repair itself—it can stop you getting ill and help you recover from an illness. Vitamin C can be found in many different foods like tomatoes, potatoes and oranges. One of the reasons that vitamin D is important is that it helps your body absorb (吸收) Calcium. Eggs, potatoes, fish and milk are all good sources of vitamin D. There are also some other important vitamins. Many fruit and vegetables lose vitamins when they are cooked, so it is sometimes better to eat them in their natural form.

Remember that different foods provide different kinds of nutrients. Whole foods, such as vegetables, fruits, meat and fish, should stay in your diet. Try to eat a balanced diet each day and you will be healthy.

1. If you want to keep healthy, you’d better ____.

A．eat anything you like

B．try to eat as many kinds of foods as possible

C．only eat the foods talked about in the passage

D．often take medicine that contains vitamins

2. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?

A．Late-night snacks are bad for the body.

B．Vitamin C can help your body to repair itself.

C．Milk is rich in vitamins A and D

D．We can drink milk instead of water.

3. We can know from the passage that______ .

A．B vitamins are useful for keeping people young

B．eating your favorite foods is enough to keep healthy

C．with vitamin D, one can absorb more other vitamins

D．one should try to eat some foods in their original form

4. What may happen if a child does not have enough vitamin C?

A．He may look old.

B．He may not have hair.

C．He may have bad eating habits.

D．He may often get ill.

【推荐3】Body language is part of nonverbal language. It includes things like gestures, facial expressions, and even small things that are hardly perceptible like a brief shrug of the shoulder or a slight nod of the head.

There are many ways to interpret (诠释) body language but you must know that these are frequently specific to a culture. For instance, Americans wave goodbye with the palm (手掌) facing the person they are waving to. In other cultures, waving goodbye may occur with the palm up to the sky. To people in the USA, this might look like a gesture asking someone to approach rather than a wave goodbye.

Still, since people live in one area where body language may be similar among them, it's important to know that you can communicate a lot by how you gesture, what you do with your arms, and even how you posture. A person in much of the USA who sits with hands crossed over the chest, and with legs crossed, may be sending an unintended message that they're really not open to talking. Eye contact is another key element of non-verbal contact in much of the western world.

It would be impossible to describe all the ways people use non-verbal language, but it's important to remember that non-verbal language isn't necessarily universal. If you're observing body movements that seem incorrect, consider cultural or regional differences that may account for it. You may even note that family members have similar gestures that aren't that common elsewhere. If you think your body language is off or needs improvement in a new area, just remember ''When in Rome, do as the Romans do.'' That can make you appear more confident or direct.

1. What does the underlined word ''perceptible'' in paragraph 1 mean?

A．Suitable.	B．Bearable.
C．Noticeable.	D．Believable.

2. Which of the following probably shows the body language of an American?

A．He sees friends off with the palm up to the sky.

B．He waves goodbye with the palm facing friends.

C．He crosses his hands over the chest to show politeness.

D．He uses eye contact to send important messages to friends.

3. What is the text mainly about?

A．Body language differs in cultures and areas.

B．People need to improve their body language.

C．Messages can be expressed through body language.

D．Communication calls for proper body language.

4. According to the author, what is the proper reaction to people's different body language？

A．Totally accept it.	B．Just ignore it.
C．Try to understand it.	D．Try to change it.