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1. Many Americans fail to lose weight probably because _______.

A．they always exercise alone	B．they are too busy to exercise
C．they are under great pressure	D．they don’t get enough exercise

2. What can be inferred from the passage?

A．It does harm to health to lose weight quickly.

B．The workout system does not apply to everyone.

C．Nutrition is also an important part of getting fit.

D．There were some people failed after the 30-day program.

3. How much should a couple pay if they join the gym today?

A．$500.	B．$800.
C．$900.	D．$1,000.

4. Where is this passage most probably taken from?

A．A newspaper.	B．A magazine.
C．A website.	D．A textbook.

【推荐2】The Student Essay Competition of Yorkshire

We are thrilled to announce the beginning of our annual student essay competition. This competition provides a fantastic opportunity for all of you to showcase your writing skills, express your creativity and win exciting prizes.

The theme for this year’s competition is “The Power of Education“. We want to hear your thoughts on how education has the power to make a difference to the world, transform lives, and create a better future for all. All high school students from Yorkshire can participate in the competition.

Essay Guidelines:

*The essay should be written in English.

*The word count should be between 500 and 1, 000.

*The essay should be different from anything that has existed before and not be previously published.

*Proper citation and referencing are required for any external sources used.

*Plagiarism (抄袭) will result in disqualification.

Submission Details:

Please submit your essays via email to YKSEC@yahoo.com by 8th next month. The subject line of the email should read:“Student Essay Competition+your name”

Prizes:

We have exciting prizes lined up for the winners of this competition. The top ten winners will receive a trip to London. Additionally, the winning essays will be featured on our website and social media platforms, giving you a chance to showcase your work to a wider audience.

1. What is the text?

A．An announcement.

B．A guidebook.

C．An application.

D．A report.

2. Who is suitable to join in the competition of Yorkshire?

A．A 16-year-old local student.	B．A high school student from London.
C．A foreign exchange student.	D．A primary school student in Yorkshire.

3. Which of the following is a rule of the competition?

A．Any language is suitable for the judges.	B．More than 1, 000 words can be accepted.
C．The written essay must be original.	D．The essay should be sent by letters.

【推荐3】Health, Wellness and the Politics of Food
9:00-9:45 a. m. Blue Tent
Panelists(成员):Jami Bernard, David Kamp, Marion Nestle and Peter Singer.
Hosted by Denise Gray, science writer for The New York Times.
How does what we eat not only affect our bodies, but also the world? The food and nutrition experts debate the role that the diet plays in both personal and global health, and present a look at food politics.
Sports writing: For the Love of the Game
9:50-10:35 a. m. Blue Tent
Panelists: Christine Brennan, Ira Rosen, Joe Wallace and Joe Drape.
Hosted by William C. Rhoden, sports writer for The New York Times.
Whether catching that key moment of victory or defeat, or covering breaking news, sports writers are anything but audience. Listen as some professionals discuss the special experience in reporting of sports news.
The Art of the Review
11:15-12:00 a. m. Green Tent
Panelists: John Freeman, Barry Gewen, David Orr, Celia McGee and Jennifer Schuessler.
Hosted by Sam Tanenhaus, editor for The New York Times Book Review.
How much of an effect does the book review have on book sal es? Join this group of critics as they discuss the reality of the book review and bestseller lists, and how they choose books for review.
New York Writers, New York Stories
3:00-3:45 p. m. Green Tent
Panelists: Cindy Adams, Richard Cohen, Ric Klass and Lauren Redniss.
Hosted by Clyde Haberman, columnist for the City Section of The New York Times.
Join this inspiring group of New York-centric writers as they talk about why New York is a gold mine of ideas for their work.
1. All the four activities above________.

A．are about writing	B．will last 45 minutes each
C．can be attended freely	D．will attract many readers

2. We can learn from the text that _______.

A．sports writers are a type of audience

B．The New York Times is popular

C．Denise Grady will discuss politics

D．book reviews may affect book sales

【推荐3】If you’re searching for a present for a tech-interested friend, here are cool tech gifts for everyone.

▶Roku Streaming Stick

Roku Streaming Stick is easy to carry, which lets you play TV, music, movies, and other content in a smooth system with better quality pictures. It’s small enough to stick behind the TV or take with you when you are traveling. Just turn it on, connect to the Internet, and start enjoying yourself.

The top feature:

·The free Roku mobile app lets you listen to whatever you’ re watching on TV through headphones connected to your phone.

Price: $ 4,999

▶Jackery Bolt Charger

This charger has built-in power cords (电源线) for many iOS and Android devices, as well as an additional USB port (端口) for other devices. It’s tiny, making it perfect for travel.

The top feature:

·Enable devices and the battery pack itself to be charged at the same time.

Price: $ 99

▶Rocketbook Core

Rocketbook notebooks are like pen and paper netbooks, but without pen and paper. These digital notebooks are very reusable. The Rocketbook Core comes in a choice of letter size (8.5 inches x 11 inches with 32 pages) or smart size (6 inches x 8.8 inches with 36 pages).

The top feature:

·Notes can be saved and sent in PDF and other forms.

Price: $34

▶Amazon Kindle Oasis

The Kindle Oasis has all the same features as older versions, such as built-in Wi-Fi and access to millions of books, newspapers, and audiobooks. It also has many new features, such as the latest electric-ink technology for fast page turns. Have a friend or family member? This is the best gift for those who love reading.

The top feature:

·Being waterproof (防水的), it can be read by the pool.

Price: $249

1. What do Roku Streaming Stick and Jackery Bolt Charger have in common?

A．They are water proof.

B．They are small but expensive.

C．They are convenient for travelers.

D．They are accessible through the Internet.

2. What do we know about Rocketbook notebooks?

A．They can be reused.	B．They have three different sizes.
C．They only show PDF formed notes.	D．They come with actual pens and paper.

3. Which of the following is a new feature of Amazon Kindle Oasis?

A．Being energy-saving.	B．Having built-in Wi-Fi.
C．Accessing the latest newspapers.	D．Enabling fast page turning.

【推荐1】Elizabeth Bishop is considered one of the best American poets of the 20th century. She was born in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1911. Her dad died when she was just a baby and her mom never recovered from the loss. She went to live with her grandparents in Nova Scotia, Canada when she was five. Eventually Bishop attended Vassar College, where she began to write poetry.

At Vassar she discovered Marianne Moore’s poetry and met Ms. Moore and began their life-long friendship. She later met poet Robert Lowell. She wrote tons and tons of letters to both of them, which is good for us because we would otherwise know very little of her personal life. Bishop published her first book of poetry in 1946 and wrote until her death in 1979. She would spend years working on a single poem. Her poems are not the result of hasty scribbling (匆忙乱写) on paper while eating breakfast. She would look through drafts of poems again and again and improve them until they were as close to perfect as she could get them.

Reading Elizabeth Bishop is like being transported to the very place, the very moment she’s writing about. She leads us to a microscope so we can see every smallest part of the scene. It seems that she’s always asking us to notice more, and more until the poem is so clear in our minds that it’s almost painful—like a light that’s too bright.

1. What do we know about Bishop’s early life?

A．She spent her childhood mainly in Worcester.

B．She was mainly brought up by her grandparents.

C．She was always encouraged by her parents.

D．She started to write poems at five.

2. Why are Bishop’s letters to Moore and Lowell important?

A．They offer much information about her life.

B．They have a deep influence on other poets.

C．They help us study Moore and Lowell’s poetry.

D．They prove she had friendships with famous poets.

3. What can we say about Bishop’s poetic creation?

A．She liked to write in the morning.

B．She could write poems at high speed.

C．She tried her best to achieve perfection.

D．She published hundreds of books of poetry.

4. Which word can be used to best describe the style of Bishop’s poems?

A．Hard.

B．Romantic.

C．Humorous.

D．Exact.

【推荐2】Absolutely Unputdownable Books You Have to Read

Flowers for Algernon

Daniel Keyes

If you don’t enjoy thrillers or sci-fi and stories about dragon-riding detectives, if you’re longing for something emotional, slow and gentle, this beautiful little book by Francoise Sagan is just what you need. Strongly recommended by psychological doctors, it’s a pleasant exception among traditional romance novels: you’ll find all of the advantages of high-quality literature here. And yes, it’s a real page-turner.

Orphans of the Sky

Robert A. Heinlein

A giant generation ship is sailing without guidance through the depths of the universe. Its passengers have long forgotten the outside world and believed in a pre-technological culture marked by superstition (迷信). This novel has brought Heinlein wide recognition, and will grasp you tight and won’t let you go for months (or even years) afterward. Are we, the digital generation, different from the passengers of that imaginary spaceship?

95 Pounds of Hope

Anna Gavalda

Adapted from the author’s own experience, this story is about the main things in life: choices we make, the power of love and devotion. The story of a thirteen-year-old boy who one day has to gather all his strength and courage and take a step towards adulthood proves once again that dreams do come true. After all, no matter how many pounds we have, we’re all trying not to lose hope.

A Certain Smile

Francoise Sagan

If you’re seeking a pleasant read, try this short story by Daniel Keyes. He’ll show you how a person feels going from a simple cleaner at a bakery, whose IQ is less than 60, to a genius and the most intelligent person on the planet. In a situation like this, is it possible to overcome your fears and cope with loneliness? Keyes offers his answer to this question.

1. What kind of book is Orphans of the Sky?

A．A science fiction.	B．A historical novel.
C．A detective story.	D．A fairy tale.

2. What is special about 95 Pounds of Hope?

A．It is not suitable for adult readers.	B．It is about a boy serving in army.
C．It is based loosely on a true story.	D．It brought its author great fame.

3. Which is the best choice for someone suffering from mental illness?

A．Flowers for Algernon	B．Orphans of the Sky
C．95 Pounds of Hope	D．A Certain Smile