In every British town, large or small, you will find shops that sell second-hand goods. Sometimes such shops deal mostly in furniture, sometimes in books, sometimes in ornaments(装饰品) and household goods，sometimes even in clothes.
The furniture may often be"antique", and it may well have changed hands many times. It may also be very valuable, although the most valuable piece will usually go to the London salerooms, where one piece might well be sold for hundreds of thousands of pounds. As you look around these shops and see the polished wood of chests and tables, you cannot help thinking of those long-dead hands which polished that wood, of those now-closed eyes which once looked at these pieces with love.
The books, too, may be antique and very precious;some may be rare first printings. Often when someone dies or has to move house, his books may all be sold, so that sometimes you may find whole libraries in one shop.On the border between England and Wales, there is a town which has become a huge bookshop as well. Even the cinema and castle have been taken over, and now books have replaced sheep as the town’s main trade.
There are also much more humble(简陋的)shops, sometimes simply called"junk shops", where you can buy small household pieces cheaply. Sometimes the profits (利润)from these shops go to charity. Even these pieces,though,can make you feel sad; you think of those people who once treasured them, but who have moved on to another country or to death.
Although the British do not worship(崇拜) their ancestors, they do treasure the past and the things of the past. This is true of houses as well. These days no one knocks them down: they are rebuilt until they are often better than new. In Britain, people do not buy something just because it is new. Old things are treasured for their proven worth; new things have to prove themselves before they are accepted.
1. Books found in second-hand bookshops may .| A．be copies of the earliest printings | B．be on sale for the first time |
| C．never be worth very much | D．never be rare |
| A．do not respect old things because they are not fashionable |
| B．like to build new houses simply because it is fashionable to do so |
| C．like to buy new things because they are fashionable |
| D．do no like to buy things simply because they are fashionable |
| A．Junk shops. | B．Profits from shops. | C．Old things. | D．Old houses. |
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【推荐1】You wake up and the weather is all wet. What are you going to do today? Here are four ideas to try when it’s raining cats and dogs.
Puppet (木偶) showtime
You can create your own puppets with items your parents already have around the house. First, you’ll need some old socks or brown paper bags. Then get busy decorating them with markers, crayons, glitter, string, ribbons, buttons-even dry macaroni (通心粉)! Give your puppets names and funny voices. You might want to make up a special story for them. To make your show even better, use a cardboard box as a stage.
Build a castle
Ask your parents for some old sheets, blankets, or comforters. Spread them over chairs or other furniture to create a top-secret hideout. Bring a flashlight, a good book to read, and maybe even a snack. And don’t forget to think of a secret password.
Dress-up time
Both boys and girls can have fun trying on old clothes. Ask your parents to let you try on old hats, jewelry, shoes, and clothes. Do you want to be a doctor? You can pretend an old white shirt is a lab coat. Or maybe you see yourself as a movie star.
Say thanks
Birthdays and holidays are chances for us to thank people who love us and take good care of us. But it can be a special treat to get a gift or a card on an ordinary day. Think of the people who make you happy and then come up with a way to show them your care. It might be an aunt, uncle, grandmother, neighbor, or babysitter. It could even be your mom or dad! Use your arts and craft supplies to create a special card. You will be delivering sunshine on a rainy day!
1. What can you do to make your puppet show much better?| A．Creating your puppet by yourself. | B．Offering your puppet a good name. |
| C．Giving a special story for your puppet. | D．Using a cardboard box as a stage. |
| A．Old sheets, blankets or chairs. | B．Old socks or brown paper bags. |
| C．Markers, crayons or comforters. | D．Ribbons, chairs or other furniture. |
| A．tell us how to keep safe when it rains heavily |
| B．encourage kids to do some things themselves |
| C．introduce some ways of making our home beautiful |
| D．advise us how to make rainy days fun and meaningful |
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Originally called the Global Health Odyssey Museum, it was set up in 1996 alongside CDC's 50th anniversary. In 2011, the museum was renamed the David J.Sencer CDC Museum, in honor of the longest serving director of CDC.
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·Support CDC's duty to prevent disease, injuries and disability and to encourage healthy lifestyles through all stages of life.
·Inform and educate people about public health, displaying its connection with their lives.
·Educate middle and high school students and families about epidemiology(流行病学) and the science of public health; encourage young people to consider careers in the field of public health.
·Make the case for CDC's commitment to participate in global solutions to international public health challenges.
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·Hours: Monday — Wednesday & Friday: 9 am - 5 pm.
Thursday: 9 am - 7 pm.
Closed weekends & federal holidays.
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1. Which of the following is an objective of the CDC Museum?| A．To work on disease treatment. | B．To provide jobs for the young. |
| C．To educate people about public health. | D．To offer solutions to global issues. |
| A．At 4 pm, Sunday. | B．At 8 am, Monday. |
| C．At 6 pm, Wednesday. | D．At 11 am, Thursday. |
| A．A short story of a director. | B．A program on epidemiology. |
| C．An introduction to a museum. | D．An advertisement for an exhibition. |
What do you usually do on the Internet? | |
 | Mike, a student I’m always busy from Monday to Friday. I only use the Internet on weekends. I often play computer games and chat (聊天) with my friends online. |
 | Linda, an office lady I love shopping on the Internet. It’s fast. I can sit in front of the computer for hours. I shop every day. I can always find cheap but good things online. Sometimes, I watch films or listen to music. |
 | Mr. Green, a manager (经理) I can’t work without (没有) the Internet. I need it to send (发送) and receive (接收) emails. I write at least twenty emails every day. When I am free, I also love to read news online. |
 | Mrs. Brown, a housewife I like cooking. I write blogs (博客) about my cooking and upload (上传) the photos of my dishes every day. I love reading people’s replies (回复). And I’m happy that they love my dishes. |
| A．Every day. | B．Once or twice a week. | C．Three times a week. | D．Twice a month. |
| A．The photos of her games. | B．The photos of her friends. |
| C．The photos of her parties. | D．The photos of her dishes. |
| A．Mike sends and receives emails every day. |
| B．Linda always sells clothes on the Internet. |
| C．Many people love Mrs. Brown’s blogs. |
| D．Mr. Green plays computer games every day. |
【推荐1】London Shops
The Craft Store is a lovely little store for those who like making things by themselves. A great number of tools can be used for everything from candle making to making your own dress! Once you get into this store, you will be attracted by all the things you can do.
Phone: (020) 7636-0611 Address: 3080 Wonderland Road
The London Shop is a small shop in Baker Street which sells high-quality goods for the choosy tourists. It has a series of the usual tourist items, including lovely Rose teapots, cups and lots of teas. For the collectors there are model cars of every model from Rolls-Royce to Mini.
Phone: (020) 7935-1441 Address: 198 Baker Street
Nothing New is a great store for those who love old things with a bit of history. Even if you can’t afford the prices, it’s a great place to travel around and look at the old clothes and jewellery. You might even be able to pick up old musical instruments, but that depends on luck and your budget (预算)!
Phone: (020) 7038-3718 Address: 1 Farringdon Street
Active is a great store to suit all budgets. On the first floor there are informal and sports clothes for those who don’t want to spend much money on looking good. On the second floor there is equipment for the serious sportsman who wants quality and style.
Phone: (020) 7487-3370 Address: Long Tall Sally 19-25 Chiitem Street
1. Who will like the Craft Store best?| A．People who are not rich. | B．People who like making things by themselves. |
| C．People who love old things. | D．People who like designing clothes. |
| A．198 Baker Street. | B．1 Farringdon Street. |
| C．3080 Wonderland Road. | D．Long Tall Sally 19-25 Chiitem Street. |
| A．The London Shop. | B．Nothing New. |
| C．The Craft Store. | D．Active |
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1. In Fabric &Styles, which item leaves you with the latest personal choice?
| A．Fabric | B．Fly Style |
| C．Pocket Style | D．Thread Color |
| A．The tailor will meet all the requirements on your jeans on condition that you state every detail clearly in your order. |
| B．If the order with wrong measurements has already been processed, nothing can be done to fix the situation. |
| C．Before payment. you'd better check your order in detail and can still make modifications if necessary. |
| D．You will have to wash your jeans upon receipt, because they don't fit perfectly until they shrink a little after washing. |
| A．Oct. 21 | B．Oct. 26 |
| C．Nov.16 | D．Nov.20 |
【推荐3】Hello! My name is Bob. I’m an English boy. But now I’m in China with my parents Jack and Helen, and my sister Sally.
In China, November 11th is a special day. Many people buy a lot of things on Taobao. This year, my mother buys some things for us. They are a quilt, four jackets, two cups and a pen. The quilt is blue. It’s for me. The yellow jacket is for Sally. The black jacket is for my father and the green jacket is for me. My mother buys herself a red jacket. She likes red very much. The white cup is for Sally and the other cup is for my father. It’s blue. The pen is black. It’s for Sally.
My mother likes shopping on Taobao. She says it’s convenient because she doesn’t need to go out. What do you think of it? Tell me about your ideas.
1. Bob is in __________ now.| A．England | B．America | C．Japan | D．China |
| A．Bob | B．Sally | C．Bob’s father | D．Bob’s mother |
| A．a red jacket and a white cup |
| B．a green cup and a red quilt |
| C．a yellow jacket, a white cup and a black pen |
| D．a yellow jacket, a green cup and a blue pen |
| A．靠近的 | B．方便的 | C．迅速的 | D．浪费的 |
| A．It’s about what Bob’s mother buys for him. |
| B．It’s some information about Bob’s family. |
| C．It’s about different ways of shopping. |
| D．It’s about a special way of shopping — shopping on Taobao. |
【推荐1】Do you know how to cycle? It is a skill that, once learned, is never forgotten. For the majority of us, the art of balancing on two wheels was mastered during our childhood. Many still wear helmets, put feet on the pedals, and take a ride around the streets. And in recent years, cycling has become more and more popular. What attracts people to ride their bikes once again?
Cycling offers a lot of advantages that affect both our physical and mental health. For example, regular cycling can improve the function of our cardiovascular (心血管的)system, assist in the burning of extra body fat and strengthen our leg muscles. A long ride in the countryside helps us to clear our mind easily.
Riding a bike is a smart choice for getting to work, shopping, or sightseeing. You can save money that you would otherwise spend on fuels and fares. Unlike cars that struggle with parking, bikes can be easily locked up. Then, on the train, there are chances at stations and other people speaking loudly on their phones. Cyclists face neither of these problems. And if we’re worried about safety, there are cycle lanes in many cities, or we can wear light-colored clothes to improve our safety when cycling on the roads.
Cycling can also be good for the environment. It cuts our carbon footprint, which means we make less pollution. It’s great for our planet and keeps the air clean around us. When we ride bikes, we don’t use fuel like cars do, and that’s really good for our environment.
Therefore, more and more people choose to ride for many benefits such as improving their health, easily going to work, saving money, protecting the environment, or a combination of these factors.
1. When do most people learn to ride?| A．In their free time. | B．After their retirement. |
| C．At their young ages. | D．During their adulthood. |
| A．It is a good way to save money. |
| B．It is a great idea to relax cyclists. |
| C．It is dangerous to cycle on the roads. |
| D．It is difficult to find a place park the bike. |
| A．Consumes more fuels. | B．Increases air pollution. |
| C．Causes fewer accidents. | D．Reduces carbon footprint. |
| A．Sports & Health. | B．Travel & Culture. |
| C．Science & Technology. | D．Animals & Environment. |
【推荐2】Every year on April 1, April Fools’ Day is celebrated in many countries around the world. In France, it’s called Poisson d’Avril or “Fish of April.” In Scotland, the holiday is often called “Gowkie Day.” In Iraq, the holiday is called Kithbet Neesan or “April Lie.”
History experts say people have celebrated April Fools’ Day for a long time. Some believe the tradition comes from the ancient Romans more than two thousand years ago. It was a day of playing games and pretending to be someone else.
Others say the day for fooling began in France in 1564, when King Charles changed the yearly calendar. He moved New Year’s Day from April 1 to January 1. Many people did not know about the change because of communication problems back then. Some people continued to celebrate New Year’s Day on April 1. Other people called them April Fools and played jokes on them.
In the United States, April Fools’ Day is just a day of joking and playing tricks on friends. These kinds of jokes are also called pranks. These jokes typically end in the prankster shouting “April Fools’!”
Simple pranks, like telling a friend a funny lie or making prank phone calls, are still common. But, major companies also get in on April Fools’ Day fun in a much bigger way. A few years ago, on April 1, Starbucks announced it was introducing new coffee cup sizes — Plenta and Micra. The very large cups, bigger than a human head, remained useful for customers even after finishing all that coffee. According to Starbucks, the cups could be used as a rain hat, a pot for plants, or a lampshade.
It did not take long for customers to catch on to the prank!
More and more, people use social media or smart phone apps to play pranks on their friends on April Fools’ Day. One very annoying smart phone app, Cat Facts, sends funny facts about cats to your friends’ phones, every day.
1. What is not true about “April Fools’ Day”?| A．It has been celebrated for a long time. |
| B．Its tradition comes from the ancient Romans. |
| C．French people celebrated it because of not knowing that King Charles changed the yearly calendar. |
| D．Different countries have different names for it. |
| A．a day of joking and playing tricks on friends. |
| B．a day when you can play jokes on any people. |
| C．a day when people can’t shout “April Fools’!” |
| D．a day when Starbucks introduced new coffee. |
| A．friends | B．methods | C．jokes | D．jokers |
【推荐3】For several months, Cara has been working up the courage to ask her mother about what she saw on the Internet. Not long ago, the 11-year-old found out that her mother had been posting her photos in her blog, without her agreement, for much of her life. "There are pictures I don't like of myself. It would be an embarrassment(令人尴尬的事)if my friends see those photos online," she said. "Now I'm even worried anytime someone has a phone out around me. I'm afraid that my photos could be taken and posted somewhere."
Not all kids feel the same when finding out they've been living a life online. Some are happy. In the fourth grade, Nate searched his name and found that he was in a news report about his making a beautiful kite in his third-grade class. He was really happy with that and he decided to search online every few months, hoping to find other things about himself online.
"I was surprised, really surprised," he said. "It made me feel famous."
He even kept saying, "Oh, I'm in a news report online." Although his friends knew that, many of his friends refused to stay close to him.
Like most other kids, Cara and Nate grew up in a society rich with social media. While many kids may not yet have accounts(账户)themselves, their parents, schools, sports teams, and organizations have been building an online presence for them since their birth. According to a study from the Levin College of Law at the University of Florida, 92 percent of kids under the age of 2 already have their own life online.
"The blog posts are sure to follow the children into adulthood," says the study. "Therefore, we have to be careful about putting the children's personal information online."
1. Why does Cara want to stop her mother putting her pictures online?| A．She is not a very pretty girl. | B．Her friends keep laughing at her. |
| C．She does not like being photographed. | D．Some of the pictures are embarrassing. |
| A．They felt really happy for him. | B．Many of them stayed away from him. |
| C．Many of them did not believe him. | D．They also opened their own accounts. |
| A．parents should keep their kids away from the Internet |
| B．pictures should not be put online without kids' agreement |
| C．kids should not tell their stories of success to their friends |
| D．putting kids' information online might lead to some problems |
| A．By giving examples. | B．By reasoning. |
| C．By following time order. | D．By comparing. |
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1. What do the first two courses have in common?
| A．Both last for one and a half months. |
| B．Both involve some peer review tasks. |
| C．Both require upper-intermediate English. |
| D．Both are offered by the same university. |
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【推荐2】I was 15 years old the day I skipped school for the first time. It was easily done: Both my parents left for work before my school bus arrived, so when it showed up at my house on that cold winter morning, I simply did not get on. The perfect crime!
And what did I do with myself on that glorious stolen day, with no adult in charge and no limits on my activities? Did I get high? Hit the mall for a shoplifting extravaganza (狂欢)?
Nope. I built a warm fire in the wood stove, prepared a bowl of popcorn, grabbed a blanket, and read. I was thrilled and transported by a book ---- it was Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises ---- and I just needed to be alone with it for a little while. I ached to know what would happen to Jake Barens and Lady Brett Ashley and Robert Cohn. I couldn’t bear the thought of sitting in a classroom taking another biology exam when I could be traveling through Spain in the 1920s with a bunch of expatriates (异乡客).
I spent that day lost in words. Time fell away, as the room around me turned to mist, and my role ---- as a daughter, sister, teenager, and student ---- in the world no longer had any meaning. I had accidentally come across the key to perfect happiness: I had become completely absorbed by something I loved.
Looking back on it now, I can see that some subtle things were happening to my mind and to my life while I was in that state of absorption. Hemingway’s language was quietly braiding itself into my imaginations. I was downloading information about how to create simple and elegant sentences, a good and solid plot. In other words, I was learning how to write. Without realizing it, I was hot on the trail of my own fate. Writing now absorbs me the way reading once did and happiness is their generous side effect.
1. Why did the author skip school on that day?| A．Because she was fascinated by novel. | B．Because it was a cold winter morning. |
| C．Because she hated to take the biology exam. | D．Because her parents left home early. |
| A．Reading by the fire. | B．Travelling in Spain. |
| C．Being occupied by one’s passion. | D．Breaking the regulations. |
| A．I was tired of my real-life roles. |
| B．Hemingway’s style influenced me a lot. |
| C．Becoming a writer was my childhood dream. |
| D．I learnt how to write on the internet. |
【推荐3】The best way of learning a language is using it. The best way of learning English is talking in English as much as possible. Sometimes you’ll get your words mixed up (混合) and people will not understand you. Sometimes people will say things too quickly and you can’t understand them. But if you keep your sense of humor (幽默感), you can always have a good laugh at the mistakes you make. Don’t be unhappy if people seem to be laughing at your mistakes. It’s better for people to laugh at your mistakes than to be angry with you, because they don’t understand what you are saying. The most important thing for learning English is: “ Don’t be afraid of making mistakes because everyone makes mistakes.”
1. The writer thinks that the best way for you to learn a language is _______.| A．writing | B．using it |
| C．listening | D．learning grammar |
| A．Be careful not to make any mistakes. |
| B．Write as quickly as you can . |
| C．Speak English as much as you can. |
| D．Laugh more often. |
| A．not care | B．be happy |
| C．feel worried | D．be unhappy |
| A．keep quiet | B．get angry |
| C．lost your heart | D．keep your sense of humor |
| A．Keeping laughing | B．Laughing at others |
| C．Being angry with other | D．Do not afraid of making mistakes |
