【推荐1】It may be made possible for computers and robots to "read" human personalities by reading human eye movements.

The eyes are really the windows to the soul. That is the result of a new study on the connection between eye movements and personality, conducted by neuroscience researchers based at the University of South Australia and Published in the scientific Journal Frontiers in Neuroscience. And if that is true, computers and robots powered by sophisticated algorithms (算法) may soon have the ability to peer into your soul.

"Eye movements during an everyday task predict aspects of our personality," wrote the researchers, led by Tobias Loetscher, whose team followed 42 study subjects around the university campus recording their eye movements, then determined their personality traits (特点) with "well-established questionnaires" for determining personality type, and unfolded some kind of connections between eye movements and personality, according to a summary of the study published by the site Science Daily.

The researchers expected that with the data fed into their algorithms computers running the algorithms were able to record human eye movements and immediately determine a person's major personality traits, such as "neuroticism, extraversion (外向)，agreeableness, conscientiousness, as well as perceptual curiosity", the scientists wrote.

"The new finding might help improve the way human beings interact with their computers and other high-tech devices, even robots, allowing for more natural and realistic social interactions with machines," Loetscher said.

"People are always looking for improved, personalized services. Today's robots and computers are not socially aware so they cannot adapt to non-verbal information," Loetscher said in a statement quoted by Indian Express. "This research provides opportunities to develop robots and computers that can become more natural, and better at interpreting human social signals."

The study revealed previously undiscovered relations between specific personality characteristics and specific eye movement tendencies, according to a summary in Britain's Daily Mail newspaper.

1. What is the finding of the new study?

A．Robots can understand human personality.

B．Eye movements connect with personality.

C．Computers record human eye movements.

D．Personality determines human eye movements.

2. What does Paragraph 3 mainly introduce?

A．The research subjects.

B．The research process.

C．The research outcomes.

D．The research application.

3. What can be inferred from what Loetscher said?

A．Robots will be smarter than humans.

B．Machines may become more social.

C．The research is of little significance.

D．Human-machine interaction will explode.

4. What does the text mainly tell us?

A．The finding of a new study.

B．Eyes as windows to the soul.

C．The human-machine interaction.

D．The development of high-tech devices.

【推荐2】Like many inventions, language translators were imagined by writers long before they became real. In Hugo Gernsback’s 1911 novel A Romance of the Year 2660, characters use a video telephone that can translate from one language to another. A language translator also appears in Murray Leinster’s 1945 First Contact. In that story, humans and creatures from another planet made a translation device together after asking for contact with one another. The idea of the language translator didn’t become truly popular, however, until the “universal translator” appeared in the 1970 Star Trek series, which delighted television viewers at that time. That device was universal in the sense that it could translate any language that it came across.

The first real language translator was demonstrated（展示）by engineers from IBM company and Georgetown University in 1954. Their machine could only translate Russian sentences into English.

Language translators have come a long way since then. Today, online translations can be accessed easily at no cost to users. With translation apps, users sometimes don’t even have to look things up. All they need to do is point their cellphone’s camera at some writing, and a translation immediately appears. If users want to translate something being said aloud, they just turn on their phone’s microphone. All of these features save time and effort.

Translation apps on phones make foreign travel much easier than before. They are invaluable and convenient when it comes to communicating with taxi drivers or hotel waiters who don’t speak a traveler’s native language. But these apps are far from perfect. Sometimes a translation makes no sense, forcing the user to guess what the translation means. At other times, the user might not know that the translation has failed until he or she shows it to a native speaker.

1. When was the idea of the language translator widely known?

A．In 1911.

B．In 1945.

C．In 1970.

D．In 1954.

2. We can infer from the text that _____________.

A．writers are usually cleverer than inventors.

B．the idea of a language translator came from science stories.

C．engineers made language translators to delight TV viewers.

D．it took little effort for people to develop language translators.

3. What does the underlined word “they” refer to in paragraph 4?

A．Translation apps.	B．Users.
C．Translations.	D．Phones.

4. How does the writer conclude the text?

A．By telling that online translation will change our life.

B．By explaining that online translation has its weakness.

C．By introducing how to use translation apps in travelling.

D．By discussing why people should give up translation apps.

5. What is the best title for the text?

A．How do science stories become true?

B．Can languages be translated into each other?

C．How does a language translator develop?

D．Why do we depend on language translators?

【推荐1】Between Thailand and Vietnam tourists tend to ignore that there is an entire country to be discovered beyond the decaying temples. If you’ve never been to Cambodia before, it can be overwhelming to take it all in at once. We’ve put together a guide for you to make things easier.

Arrival at Cambodia

Most visitors arrive in Cambodia via Siem Reap International Airport, which is three miles from Angkor Wat and roughly five miles from the city of Siem Reap. You can take minibuses, buses, or domestic flights from Siem Reap to other country regions, such as Phnom Penh, Battambang, Kampot, and Sihanoukville.

To travel to Cambodia, tourists require a visa. Check the Cambodian Ministry of Tourism website for the latest information on policies before making travel arrangements.

Things to do in Cambodia

If you’re thinking about a holiday to Cambodia, we have two recommendations for you：

Siem Reap

Siem Reap, a tiny village about five kilometres south of Angkor Wat, has grown into the fastest-growing settlement in Cambodia. When it comes to tourist attractions, Siem Reap is all about delicious cuisine, traditional cottages, and a number of fun activities that won’t ruin your holiday.

Tonle Sap

Tonle Sap, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, grows from 1,000 square miles to 6,200 square miles during the rainy season, from June to October. Over 300 species of freshwater fish breed in the flooded forests, and the lake supplies half of Cambodia’s entire fish catch. A short drive north of Siem Reap, Tonle Sap is known for its floating villages, where entire populations depend on the lake for their survival.

Where to stay

As Cambodia’s most popular gateway city for tourists, Siem Reap has a wide variety of accommodation options, from hostels to five-star hotels. Booking in advance is especially important if you plan to travel during the peak season of December and February.

Best time to visit

Visit Cambodia in the dry season, which lasts from the end of November to the beginning of April. The Angkor temples are far more pleasant to visit during the dry season when the weather is cooler.

1. Which of the following item is a must for foreigners before visiting Cambodia?

A．A Visa.	B．An Airline ticket.
C．A travel permit.	D．A travel brochure.

2. What is special about Tonle Sap?

A．It’s the largest freshwater lake in Asia.

B．It possesses rich fishing resources.

C．It’s the fastest-growing settlement in Cambodia.

D．It is Cambodia’s most popular gateway city.

3. If Jack is a food blogger particular about accommodation, you’re likely to recommend ________.

A．Tonle Sap	B．Angkor Wat
C．Phnom Penh	D．Siem Reap

【推荐3】HOLIDAYS

The Bay Hotel

It’s a quiet, comfortable hotel overlooking the bay in an uncommercialised Cornish fishing village on England’s most southerly point. If pop music is no longer your strong point, and you are considering a relaxing holiday where the scenery is breathtaking and the sound of the sea is live music to your ears, come and stay with us. For adults only. Sssh! Don’t tell everyone! 01326 280464.

Willapark Manor Hotel

Peaceful situation in 14 acres of separated gardens and woodland, overlooking picturesque bay. Close to coastal path and beach. Excellent cuisine. Our excellent service brings our guests back year after year. Children (reductions) and pets welcome. 01840 770782.

The Country Garden Hotel

Delightful hotel set in lovely gardens; calm Island of Wight near Tennyson Downs, Great food! Garden, sea view and ground floor rooms. Please call for brochure and sample menu. Adults only and pets welcome. 0800 980 1943.

The Blakeney Hotel

Overlooking harbor, traditional privately owned friendly hotel with 60 bedrooms, lift, heated indoor pool, spa bath and saunas. Relax, walk, sail, play golf, explore the Norfolk villages, countryside and coast. Special seasonal midweek price for aged citizens. 01263 740797.

1. If you want to take your children and your dog with you on holiday, you can choose _______.

A．The Country Garden Hotel	B．Willapark Manor Hotel
C．The Bay Hotel	D．Boscastle

2. One of the hotels offers special price for _______.

A．young people

B．students

C．foreign guests

D．elderly people

3. The purpose of the passage is to _______.

A．warn

B．advise

C．advertise

D．describe

【推荐1】Virtual reality

Probably the most exciting tech development of recent times, virtual reality (VR) has arrived, with sufficient options available to the consumer who’s searching for an extra amount of high-tech fun. The cheapest way to get a high-end VR experience comes courtesy of Sony. Its PlayStation VR doesn’t require a tricked-out PC or expensive phone – it works with the Playstation 4 control board and comes with a few great games in its library. There is some equipment you can purchase to enhance the experience, but if you’ve already got a PS4 you can enter the world of VR for just $400. Other high-end offerings like the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift, as well as mobile options like Samsung’s Gear VR, will get your head in the game.

Wireless headphones

Combining ease of use with the ability to move wild around your home, gym or workplace, wireless headphones just make sense. And there are plenty of practical options to suit any budget. The Bose QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones are definitely worth a test drive, though. The full-size, around-ear Bluetooth headphones highlight active noise cancellation and double as a headset for making phone calls. They’ve even earned the Editor’s Choice award at Cnet.com and can be purchased for less than $400 online.

Digital cameras

While your phone is a worthy assistant, there’s no substitute for a real camera when it comes to taking the perfect picture. And these days you can get quality specifications in a package that’s almost as small as your smartphone. The shiny design of the Fujifilm X70, $699, makes it the perfect companion, or you could go retro with the Olympus PEN-F ($1,200) that offers old school looks alongside cutting edge technology. Domestically, it’s worth checking out Xiaomi’s mirrorless Yi M1 for a more affordable option. With a high-end 20-megapixel (兆像素) sensor and the ability to host multiple lenses, it’s available from just 2,199 yuan.

1. Sony can provide high-tech fun at the lowest cost because________.

A．players can play free games online	B．PS4 owners don’t need any other device
C．it gives players adequate experience	D．players have purchased expensive PCs

2. What is Bose QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones’ selling point promoted in the passage?

A．They have various types to meet users’ needs.

B．Users can reduce noise manually.

C．They work better in the wild.

D．Users can make phone calls with the headphones.

3. If your friend, who favors everything in the styles of the past, plans to make perfect pictures with a new device, you will most probably recommend ________.

A．A smart phone.	B．Fujifilm X70.
C．Olympus PEN-F.	D．Yi M1.

【推荐2】Mo'orea

Mo’orea is a place to relax and appreciate the quietness and beauty o£ nature. Experience

the island's authentic Tahitian（(塔希提的）) culture and explore tropical nature on foot. Pass   by white churches and sleepy fishing villages and stop along the way to buy some tropical fruit or an ice cold coconut.
St Lucia

Saint Lucia is the ideal destination for adventurers. The island has volcanic origins and if you like hiking, you will love “The Pitons”. The best beaches are in St Lucia, the most famous ones are “Sugar Beach” and “Marigot Bay”. “Grande Anse” is the place to go if you want to see sea turtles get out of the water and lay their eggs on the sand.

Bali

Bali is the favorite destination for surfers and divers, but there is more to discover. Temples and palaces set against surprising landscapes make the island an experience of its kind. Pick wisely where to stay on the island as each city offers a different experience. Seminyak^”is Bali's beach resort area and night birds will enjoy its nightlife. “Ubud" is very quiet and the ideal place for nature lovers.

Easter Island

Easter Island draws visitors to see the super-sized statues that have stood on its shores since the 13th century. There are more than 900 of them, with over-sized heads. While it is these that bring most tourists to this remote spot, there's far more to see and do here. Visit vast volcanic craters, take a trip to a preserved stone village or spend some time on the beaches. The choice is yours.

1. Where can visitors see sea turtles?

A．St Lucia.	B．Bali.
C．Easter Island.	D．Mo'orea.

2. What is Easter island's main attraction?

A．Beaches.	B．Tropical fruit.
C．Temples and palaces.	D．Stone statues.

3. What is the purpose of the text?

A．To entertain.	B．To educate.
C．To introduce.	D．To inform.

【推荐3】A study involving 8,500 teenagers from all social backgrounds found that most of them are ignorant when it comes to money. The findings, the first in a series of reports from NatWest that has started a five-year researeh project into teenagers and money, are particularly worrying as this generation of young people is likely to be burdened with greater debts man any before.
University tuition fees (学费) are currently capped at £3,000 annually, but this will be reviewed next year and the Government is under enormous pressure to raise the ceiling.
In the researeh, the teenagers were presented with die terms of four different loans but 76 per cent failed to identify the cheapest. The young people also predicted that they would be earning on average £ 31.000 by the age of 25, although the average salary for those aged 22 to 29 is just £ 17,815. The teenagers expected to be in debt when they finished university or training, although half said that they assumed the debts would be less than £ 10.000. Average debts for graduates are £ 12，363.
Stephen Moir, head of community investment at the Royal Bank of Scotland Group which owns NatWest, said. "The more exposed young people are to financial issues, and the younger they become aware of them, the more likely they are to become responsible, forward-planning adults who manage their finances confidently and effectively."
Ministers are deeply concerned about the financial pressures on teenagers and young people because of student loans and rising housing costs. They have just introduced new lessons in how to manage debts. Nikki Fairweathcr. aged 15. from St Helens, said that she had benefited from lessons on personal finance, but admitted that she still had a lot to learn about money.
1. Which of the following can be found from the five-year researeh project?

A．Students understand personal finances differently.

B．University tuition fees in England have been rising.

C．Teenagers tend to overestimate their future earnings.

D．The students' payback ability has become a major issue.

2. The phrase "to raise the ceiling" in paragraph 2 probably means "______".

A．to raise the student loans	B．to improve the school facilities
C．to increase the upper limit of the tuition	D．to lift the school building roofs

3. According to Stephen Moir, students_______.

A．are too young 10 be exposed 10 financial issues

B．should learn 10 manage their finances wellC- should maintain a positive attitude when facing loans

C．benefit a lot from lessons on personal finance

4. What can we learn from the passage?

A．Many British teenagers do not know money matters well

B．Teenagers in Britain are heavily burdened with debts.

C．Financial planning is a required course at college.

D．Young people should become responsible adults.

【推荐1】The following are some of the most unique celebrations from all around the world.

Songkran—Thailand

If you’re in Thailand between April 13th and 15th, get ready for the world’s biggest water fight. The celebration marks the beginning of the Thai New Year, where cleansing with water is meant to purify and renew. In Bangkok or Chang Mai, the water fights can last up to six days. While this is the most popular activity, Songkran is also a time when people visit elders and monks to pay their respects to the New Year.

La Batalla del Vino—Haro, Spain

June 29th is a good day to visit Haro, Spain. Bring a bottle of red wine and prepare to be drenched (湿透) in red wine in the heart of Spain’s grape-growing region. After a church ceremony, a large number of people get gathered for the battle, where white shirts will be made bright purple by the end of the day.     

Bay to Breakers—San Francisco, California

Created after the terrible 1906 earthquake as a way of lifting people’s spirits, the race has become one of the region’s most important events. Hosted every year on the third Sunday of May, the race runs approximately 12km through the city. The real highlight, however, is the thousands of people dressed up in a show. Wear whatever you want: Batman suits, purple wigs (假发)...

Koninginnedag—The Netherlands

Although their Queen’s birthday is actually during the winter, she celebrates it on April 30—the country’s official “Queen’s Day” since 1949. Orange is the national color, and the streets become a sea of shining wigs and body paints, as crowds gather in the squares. Amsterdam is the center of this outdoor party, but nearly every town is alive with orange on this day.

1. If a tourist enjoys water sports most, we can recommend _____________.

A．Songkran	B．La Batalla del Vino
C．Bay to Breakers	D．Koninginnedag

2. What can we learn about Bay to Breakers?

A．The race began hundreds of years ago.

B．The most exciting part is the 12km race.

C．It’s celebrated by people all over the country.

D．It was to encourage people after the disaster.

3. According to the passage, on Koninginnedag ___________.

A．people should wear formal clothes

B．people should get together at home

C．people attend the church ceremony

D．people can paint themselves orange

【推荐2】Housekeeping Services—They are looking for a responsible,professional,detail-oriented,experienced housekeeper to take care of all cleaning details of a local business in Angwin.This person will be needed approximately 2-3 times per week for about 8 hours per day.Please email them for additional information and be ready to provide resume and work history.Driver’s license required and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds.Pay will be $20-$25 per hour.To contact them,email recruitingangwin@gmail.com.

Caregiver Position—Looking for a caregiver to help with a 91-year-old woman who lives in Calistoga.She speaks both English and Spanish,but Spanish is her preference.She sleeps quite a bit during the day so there is time to do homework.She cannot be left alone because she is a fall risk.She walks with a walker on her own.Please call 9257858500 if interested.

Worship Music Leader—First Presbyterian Church (FPC) in Napa is looking for someone who will select songs and use media for church services on Sundays.Applicants must be able to commit 8-10 hours per week for service and meetings as well as being available every Sunday from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.The pay is about $18 an hour.Detailed job information will be posted on the Payroll Office’s window.If interested,send your cover letter and resume to David Stoker at david@fpcnapa.org.

Catering Company—Oak Avenue is a premier catering company in St.Helena searching for passionate people to join their talented team of chefs and service professionals.Hours are flexible and can work around students’ schedules.Part-time positions available for aspiring (有抱负的) chefs,bakers,service helpers,and captains.Please send a brief cover letter and resume to Maritza@oakavenuecatering.com or call 7079639278 for more information.

1. To work as a housekeeper,one needs to _________.

A．be qualified to drive

B．be a local in Angwin

C．work about 8 hours per week

D．be able to speak two languages

2. What do we know about the caregiver position?

A．The applicant had better speak Spanish.

B．The applicant must speak English very well.

C．The applicant cannot do homework while on duty.

D．The applicant can leave the woman alone occasionally.

3. If you want to become a great baker,which should you contact?

A．9257858500.

B．7079639278.

C．David@fpcnapa.org.

D．Recruitingangwin@gmail.com.

【推荐3】Mu Yumin had no idea that when he stopped by the computer club as a freshman looking for something fun, it would decide his career four years later.The 22 -year -old biology major at Huazhong University of Science and Technology found a job as an IT technician in Shanghai." My experience in the club gave me another 'diploma' ," said Mu." More importantly, I found something I am good at and can make a living from."

Now campuses(校园) around the country have started recruiting（吸收某人为新成员） fresh faces for all kinds of clubs.Upperclassmen and experts suggest a hobby-based choice of clubs, which might have a lasting impact（影响）on one' s life and career Zhang Ling did not get many chances to write stories as an environmental protection major at Jiangxi University of Science and Technology.But this changed when she joined the university broadcast station.Her daily interviews with students and teachers expanded her horizon.Now she is determined to become a journalist on environmental issues with her degree in environmental protection."Journalism changed my life track," said the 22 –year-old girl."I only wanted to be a science teacher in a local senior high school.But now I am applying for a graduate school in journalism."

Lan Yujie, professor at Anhui University of Technology, regards Mu and Zhang as good examples of choosing "what I like" instead of " what is practical" in finding jobs and seeking further study. "Some freshmen don't know what to choose," said Lan."Just following a hobby and doing something you like can easily give you the experience that makes you happy and special."

Lan further says that joining clubs should not necessarily have a purpose,   As part of campus life, a club experience will impact one's life and career m one way or another."The point of clubs is to have as many diverse（多样的）experiences as possible so that students can explore more of their life," said Lan.

1. Why did Mu Yumin join the computer club?

A．To get another diplomA.	B．To change his major.
C．To find a good joB.	D．To have a good time.

2. Which of the followings is true about Zhang Ling?

A．She didn't intend to be a journalist.

B．She changed her major to journalism.

C．She now works as a science teacher

D．She's graduated from the university.

3. According to the text, joining the campus club has many advantages EXCEPT         .

A．helping you know what you really like

B．making you plan your career better

C．helping you to make more friends

D．obtaining more life experiences

4. What can we learn from Lan Yujie's words in the last paragraph?

A．Club experiences will affect students' life and career

B．Students should be practical in finding jobs

C．Joining clubs should have a clear goal.

D．Students will have a colorful campus life by joining clubs.

5. What is the main idea of the text?

A．How to change your major.

B．Joining a campus club for a diploma.

C．How to find a job after graduation

D．Joining a club to explore more of your life.