Can you survive an unannounced storm? Although there is expert broadcasting and we are equipped with cell phones, there’re still some instances(情况) when the violent weather takes us by surprise.
While most Atlantic hurricanes form off the coast of Africa giving plenty of early warning, sudden Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico hurricanes form and move rapidly in less than a day’s time, endangering everyone and everything in their path.
Oil workers were trapped off the shore when sudden storms appeared. Natural scientists have been stuck in coastal areas without storm warning. Ten years ago a Texas National Guard group was trapped on the beach by rain-forced flooding and had to ride out(经受的住) a major hurricane during a training exercise. There’ve been a few instances when travelers were trapped on an island or in a coastal area and unable to escape in time.
Escaping from the storm-threatened areas is generally a choice for most of us—but not for all. Each year thousands of islanders across the Caribbean face the danger of hurricanes without so much as a public shelter to hide in. Most ride out the storm in their homes.
But there’re a few things you can do to prepare yourself for some unexpected emergencies. Being prepared for the unexpected may be your best and only defense. If you’re headed outdoors for a few days or weeks, you should always carry a flashlight (手电筒) with extra batteries, a Beidou device (装置), and a basic medical box. If you’re traveling in your car, remember you may suffer high winds. You’d better not stay inside to avoid being blown away along with your car. Keeping your head and your courage up is essential to survival in any type of danger. Let common sense guide you and always be prepared for the worst.
1. According to the text, most Atlantic hurricanes ________.| A．form in the Caribbean Sea | B．develop off the coast of Africa |
| C．come from Gulf of Mexico | D．are from the Pacific Ocean |
| A．People trapped by sudden storms. | B．The bad situations of oil workers. |
| C．The Texas National Guard group. | D．The danger of traveling on an island. |
| A．We can get through the storm because of the expert broadcasting. |
| B．Being prepared for the unexpected is likely to be our best and only defense. |
| C．Escaping from the storm-threatened areas is a choice for all of us in general. |
| D．We should stay inside the car to avoid being blown away in high winds. |
| A．To give some advice. | B．To encourage traveling. |
| C．To give some warnings. | D．To understand the danger of storms. |
| A．Science. | B．Sports. | C．Life. | D．Culture. |
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I like your column very much. I met a girl four years ago at a gym. She was the one who originally approached me and we became good friends. Then one day, she made me really angry, so angry that I just left and we never saw each other again.
Looking back, I really regret ending things that way. It was a cowardly act on my part, but I had a terrible temper at that time and let the smallest thing get to me. Recently, I’ve started thinking about her again and I looked up her e-mail address. I thought about writing to say “Hi” and apologize for what I did but I’m not sure. She could still be angry with me, or maybe she has forgotten me. I feel very lonely and I want to see her again. What should I do?
Tom
Dear Tom,
She may still be angry with you, and she may have forgotten the friendship between you, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t deserve an apology. Tom, how many of us have wished for the day that someone who treated us badly saw the light and finally owned up? But we rarely get that kind of expected result. So sure, e-mail her and say “Hi”.
Tell her you have been thinking about her and just want to apologize for getting angry and being a coward by walking out on her. But you should remember if she thinks you’re apologizing just because you are lonely, she might dismiss your sincerity. Therefore, don’t mention that. If she wants to see you again, she’ll make sure that happens.
Even if she doesn’t want to be your friend, I can assure you, she’ll appreciate the gesture. And it might make you think twice next time you get angry.
Anne
1. In the letter, Anne is probably ________.| A．Tom’s friend | B．Tom’s teacher |
| C．a woman reporter | D．a columnist |
| A．He can’t get in touch with his former friend. |
| B．He regrets letting his former friend leave him. |
| C．He doesn’t know whether to apologize to his former friend. |
| D．He is uncertain whether his former friend can forgive him. |
| A．returned one’s wealth | B．admitted one’s mistake |
| C．recovered one’s courage | D．controlled one’s feeling |
| A．an apology is better late than never | B．he should think twice before he gets angry |
| C．it’s no use crying over spilt milk | D．he should answer for his wrong doings |
【推荐2】How to enjoy being a teenager
Being a teenager can be challenging with your hormones going wild.
Setting individual expectations.
Everyone is different, especially in their teenage years.
For lots of people, the teenage years are full of worries-stop paying so much attention to them! Many worries are based on what other people think, rather than what you think. Go ahead and do what you want to do, without factoring in the opinion of others; choose your own path in life, and don't worry about what others think of your choices! Live it the way you want to.
Work to improve your social skills.
Some teens have trouble with social interaction, with the reasons behind it varying. Since social interaction is necessary in order to succeed, it's important to learn how to cope with shyness and social anxiety. Consider working with a friend or a family member of close age to develop your social skills.
Keep good relations with your family.
Many teenagers become bad-tempered, withdrawn, and stop valuing family as much as they used to. Try to avoid this. Family is one of the most important connections in your life.
| A．Develop your sense of self. |
| B．Realize that the teen years are not all alike. |
| C．Family members-especially parents probably worry about you during your teenage years. |
| D．But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy the teen years. |
| E．It's the building blocks for all relationships you develop. |
| F．There's really no "way" to enjoy being a teenager except for the "way" you make on your own! |
| G．It may not replace new social exchanges, but it's good practice. |
【推荐3】A person once told me that a quick way to know if you are in the right job is to count the number of good and bad days that you have at your current job. If the good days outweigh the bad days by a long shot, then you are probably in the right place.
While I like that as a quick test, it does not get at the heart of the matter. Is this the right job for me now and in the future? I think it takes time, introspection (内省) and willingness to ask yourself difficult questions to know if you are in the right job.
Here are a few suggested questions that can help you evaluate whether your current job is fit for you. How motivated are you to do the work every day? Are you passionate about the work? Do you feel you can make an impact? Are you learning and growing? Is the work challenging? Do you desire to take on more responsibility or be your manager one day? Do you enjoy working with the people on your team and at your company? Are you in line with the values at the company?
After you go through this exercise of self-reflection, it can be helpful to check in with an advisor or someone that knows you well like a friend or family member. They can offer different perspectives or help remove a blind spot for you.
I have had a few notable experiences where someone has shared feedback that suggested I was not in the right job and should consider other options. It caused an overwhelming sense of loss at first because I was quite comfortable in my role (or at least I thought I was). However, it was several days before I realized it was the best feedback that I had ever gotten because it led me to the next opportunity that was even better than the current one. It turned out that when I was doing my self-reflection and answering the questions above, I was not being honest with myself. Had I only relied on my own thinking, I would have not obtained the opportunities that came next.
1. What question CAN’T help you assess whether you are enjoying the work itself and accomplishing something?| A．Are you passionate about the work? |
| B．Do you feel you can make an impact? |
| C．Are you in line with the values at the company? |
| D．How motivated are you to do the work every day? |
| A．they get to the point of the matter |
| B．they are resourceful with numerous experiences |
| C．they can encourage you to figure out the number of sunny days and rainy days |
| D．they can view things from different angles and remind you of things likely to be neglected |
| A．It’s wise to answer questions right away. |
| B．Prior to the shared feedback, the author received the best suggestion. |
| C．The author was satisfied initially when others suggested considering other choices. |
| D．Having considered others’ shared feedback, the author had a better opportunity. |
| A．Open-minded. | B．Stubborn. |
| C．Loyal. | D．Knowledgeable. |
【推荐1】East Africa is experiencing the worst desert locust outbreak in decades. Climate events have accelerated breeding of the pest across the region, and with a sudden rise in the locust population expected in coming weeks, urgent actions and funds are needed to prevent a human crisis.
Twenty million people in six of the eight East African countries are most affected by an ongoing desert locust outbreak at risk of serious food insecurity. Considered among the most destructive of moving pests, an adult locust can consume 2g of plants per day, affecting crops and grasslands. A group typically holds 20 to 150 million locusts per square kilometer and can move hundreds of kilometers per day, invading areas covering millions of square kilometers. An active group, therefore, can destroy crops and grasslands within a very short period of time.
That global warming could increase the risk of desert locust crisis was proposed over ten years ago, and in February, the UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated that the current outbreak is linked to the effects of climate change: “warmer seas mean more perfect breeding ground for locusts”. The outbreak has its origins in 2018, when a series of windstorms in the Arabian Peninsula (阿拉伯半岛) enabled the warm and wet conditions the desert locust requires to breed and band undetected in remote regions. Though our focus here is migration west, dreadful outbreaks of the desert locust have been experienced to the east.
The situation is going out of control. A rescue operation and financial support admit no delay.
The Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) can take out only US$138 million for rapid response and immediate action — controlling the spread of the desert locust and safeguarding livelihoods. They say the maths is clear: about half the funding (资助) is needed for supervision, ground and sky control, and uniting efforts; the other half is needed for livelihoods and food security of farmers. As for the huge gap, they have called on the international community to act now through funding. However, by the end of February, just US$69 million had been promised.
This most alarming crisis has developed and is worsening in East Africa. The funds needed to control the situation become very difficult to achieve and the gap is a big concern.
1. Why does the crisis happen in East Africa?| A．There is a big population there. |
| B．There are large deserts and grasslands. |
| C．Africa lies west of Arabian Peninsula. |
| D．Good climate for breeding plays a role. |
| A．To warn of the terrible damage by locusts. |
| B．To help us understand how locusts live. |
| C．To show how many locusts there are now. |
| D．To draw a picture of the present Africa. |
| A．The crisis is not noticed until recently. |
| B．More fund is needed to prevent the crisis. |
| C．The crisis has been the focus of the world. |
| D．Locusts are all from the Arabian Peninsula. |
| A．Killing locusts before too late |
| B．Global warming, a world problem |
| C．Funding Gap for Locust Crisis |
| D．Africa, a crisis-stricken place |
【推荐2】More than 10,000 people were made homeless in Ternang when the Sungai Mas overflowed its banks yesterday after six days of continuous heavy rain.
The wooden bridge across the river has been washed away. The town is cut off by flood waters. At the fifth mile, Jalan Tengkn, the water is two meters deep. It is closed to all traffic. Flooding first happened at mid-afternoon yesterday along the river banks. People trying to get to higher ground were just in time to escape the destroying of the flood. Most of the flood victims(受害者) had to leave all their things behind.
The National Flood Relief(救济) Center was reported to give its help and by early evening the whole town was moved out, helped by the army, police, Red Cross Society and volunteers(志愿者).
The flood victims are now housed in different simple relief centers in the nearby town of Ternang. “Everything possible is being done to help the unlucky people,” a government spokesman said, “In fact, money, food and clothing have begun to come in from public organizations and helpful people. A Disaster Relief Fund(救灾基金会) will be started as soon as possible.”
According to the latest reports it is still raining heavily at Ternang. The whole town is expected to be wholly covered by the water. So far no deaths have been reported.
1. This passage is probably taken from ______.| A．a storybook | B．a textbook |
| C．a magazine | D．a newspaper |
| A．the banks were too low | B．the wooden bridge is solid (坚固) |
| C．the river was too narrow | D．they had had wet days for some time |
| A．though the town was flooded, you could still go there by bus |
| B．as soon as the water flowed over the banks, people began to go to higher lands |
| C．the government and the whole society are taking great care of the flood victims |
| D．the flood hasn't brought a large loss to the town as nobody died in the flood |
| A．A Big Flood | B．Ternang Is destroyed |
| C．Over 10,000 People Are Homeless | D．Rescue Team Arrived |
【推荐3】Tugce Seren Gul’s aunt and grandmother were killed in Antakya in Turkey’s southeast. Every night, she waits until 4： 17 a. m. in the morning, the exact time that the disaster hit, to try to go to sleep. “I keep thinking another disaster will strike at that time and just wait for it to pass,” said the 28-year-old Gul.
Experts fear children will be hardest hit. The United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund (UNICEF) said many of the more than 5. 4 million children who live across the area affected by the earthquake were at risk of developing anxiety, depression and other disorders.
“We know how important learning and routine are for children and their recovery,UNICEF Regional Director for Europe and Central Asia Afshan Khan said after a visit to Turkey. “They need to be able to resume their education, and they urgently need psychological support to help deal with the trauma they have experienced.
Psychologist and professor at MEF University, Ayse Bilge Selcuk, said, “As rising poverty and the COVID-19 pandemic have hurt the country, the stress is chronic, meaning that the tension continues over time.” “For this nation to get back on its feet, we need to find that strength within us and that starts with our psychologyshe added. Anxiety, helplessness and depression are likely to be common and young people could feel anger. ” Rebuilding efforts should include mental health,“ Selcuk said. She urged the government to provide money for training psychologists to be sent to the earthquake areas to stay there. “We shouldn’t withdraw our attention three months later, ”she said.
1. What is Gul’s problem after the earthquake?| A．She is too sad about her relatives’ being killed. |
| B．She can’t fall asleep until another disaster passes every night. |
| C．She can not sleep all the night. |
| D．She is suffering mental health damage. |
| A．More than 5. 4 million children have mental health problems. |
| B．International aid is the main solution. |
| C．Focusing on mental relief should last. |
| D．Young people respond angrily to the government. |
| A．Permanent. | B．Destructive. | C．Poisonous. | D．Unbearable. |
| A．Experts5 Suggestions about Turkey5 Rebuilding after Quake |
| B．Mental Healthcare? an Important Part of Recovery from Turkey Quake |
| C．Healthcare Provided for Children in Turkey Urgently |
| D．Experts’ Concerns for Problems Caused by Turkey Quake |
【推荐1】People are motivated to try a vegetarian (素食的) diet for different reasons — from ethical and religious, to potential health and environmental benefits. But many people have a hard time sticking to it. In fact studies show many self-reported vegetarians actually do consume some animal products.
“A lot of people who want to be vegetarian are perhaps not able to,” says Dr. Nabeel Yaseen, of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. “We wanted to know if genetics (遗传学) is part of the reason,” he says.
Yaseen and his team members compared the DNA of about 330,000 people. They found 34 genes that may play a role in sticking to a strict vegetarian diet. And they identified 3 genes that are more tightly linked to the feature.
“What we can say is that these genes (基因) have something to do with vegetarianism,” Yaseen says. “Perhaps vegetarians have different variants of these genes that make them able to choose a strict vegetarian diet,” he explains. The study is published in PLOS ONE, a peer-reviewed science journal.
Interpreting the genetic role is not exactly an easy task to finish. Humans have thousands of genes and there are millions of tiny variations (变异) in DNA building blocks, known as single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), where you can see differences between individuals.
To identify SNPs that are connected with the particular feature of sticking to a vegetarian diet, Yaseen and his workmates did a genome-wide connection study. When they found a SNP connected with vegetarianism, they looked to see the genes around it in the same area.
Of the three genes most strongly connected with vegetarianism, the authors say two of them (known as NPC1 and RMC1) have important functions in lipid- or fat- metabolism. The study can’t answer exactly how genetic differences could shape or influence vegetarians, but Dr. Yaseen has some ideas. His research has disclosed many unknown aspects of genetics.
1. Why did Dr. Nabeel Yaseen research vegetarians?| A．To understand health benefits of vegetarianism. |
| B．To investigate genetics in vegetarian devotion. |
| C．To study environmental impact of vegetarianism. |
| D．To explore the cultural aspects of vegetarianism. |
| A．They have the same variations. | B．They determine vegetarian fat. |
| C．They may influence vegetarianism. | D．They play no role in dietary choices. |
| A．Critical. | B．Appreciative. | C．Unconcerned. | D．Doubtful. |
| A．The Benefits of Vegetarianism |
| B．The Diet Research on Vegetarians |
| C．Challenges in Maintaining a Vegetarian Diet |
| D．The Role of Genetics in Vegetarian Devotion |
【推荐2】Astronauts get to experience many interesting attractions. When astronauts go to space, they can become weightless. They get to see Earth as a little blue dot. Astronauts get to experience shooting up into space at 20,000 miles per hour. That is more than three times faster than an airplane. Still, food is not one of the interesting parts of being an astronaut. Space travelers have had to eat strange foods. One example is liquid salt and pepper. They have also had to eat dried shrimp cocktail. The astronauts add water to it to make it a liquid again before eating.
However, the menu for astronauts is going to grow. Scientists have been growing lettuce in outer space. The lettuce is just as safe, nutritious and tasty as lettuce grown on Earth. Gioia Massa works at the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Florida. She is the lead scientist on the lettuce growing project. She said that growing food in space could be pivotal for astronauts on long missions. Massa says that today's space food may not work for these longer missions. This packaged food is stored for a longtime. The quality and taste of the food goes down. In addition, the vitamins in the food start to breakdown. Massa says the astronauts may not get enough nutrition from these foods during long missions.
She also added that there could be another benefit to growing food in space. Looking after plants could help astronauts emotionally. Space food has improved in recent years. Many astronauts visit the International Space Station (ISS). It is a research station in outer space. Anything sent to ISS has to score at least a 6 out of 9 on a taste test. Even so, astronauts can grow tired of eating the same old vacuum-packed meals. Massa says many of the astronauts end up losing weight.
The space-grown lettuce was similar to Earth-grown lettuce. In fact, some of the space-grown plants had more nutrients than Earth-grown lettuce. The space lettuce also had higher levels of bacteria. This was possibly because the lettuce grew in a warmer, more humid system. However, none of this bacteria was dangerous.
1. Why does the author mention some strange foods space travelers have had to eat?| A．To draw a conclusion. | B．To introduce the topic. |
| C．To attract readers' attention. | D．To give explanations. |
| A．adventurous | B．negative | C．crucial | D．possible |
| A．Astronauts get enough nutrition from growing food in space. |
| B．Growing food in space gives astronauts a more varied diet. |
| C．Astronauts get help emotionally by looking after plants in space. |
| D．Astronauts never grow tired of eating the same old packaged food. |
| A．More and more astronauts will end up losing weight. |
| B．It will not be a long time before astronauts can cook these ingredients. |
| C．NASA plans to grow other produce on the ISS. |
| D．More vacuum-packed meals will be sent to ISS to keep astronauts from getting sick. |
【推荐3】So you want to figure out who moved your cheese, or just learn some spiritual laws of success. Whatever’s standing between you and happiness, chances are that someone’s written a self-help book about it. Here’s what they say.
Book 1: Self Help by Samuel Smiles
Back in Victorian England, the aptly-named Samuel Smiles wrote the first self-help book. Smiles told his readers that there’s no quick fix, and the harder you worked, the happier you would be.
Book 2: How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie
Fast forward to 1936. Struggling actor Dale Carnegie writes an optimistic masterpiece that leads him to fame. He wrote that power and happiness would increase if you tried to see the world as others see it, remember people’s names, and develop a firm handshake.
Book 3: The Power Of Positive Thinking by Norman Vincent Peale
In the 1950s, minister Norman Vincent Peale brought God into the equation (平等、等式) with his message that faith is the key to achieving anything. His message? Pray, visualize (形象化) solutions, and remove self-doubt.
Book 4: Who Moved My Cheese by Dr. Spencer Johnson
The message of this book is that change is unavoidable. The sooner you let go of the old and embrace (拥抱) the new, the happier you’ll be.
1. Which of the following is the first self-help book?| A．The Power Of Positive Thinking |
| B．How To Win Friends And In fluence People |
| C．Self help |
| D．Who Moved My Cheese |
| A．He was brave enough to fight with actors. |
| B．He wrote his most popular book |
| C．He lived an optimistic life in the 1930s. |
| D．He found the secret of happiness. |
| A．Know exactly what you want and act positively. |
| B．The more you smile, the happier you will be. |
| C．The harder you worked, the happier you would be. |
| D．Faith is the key to achieving anything. |
