Off-campus housing is not common at Middlebury College. With all the amenities (便利设施) a student could want offered on campus, many students see no reason to find a rental on their own in the town of Middlebury. However, the number of students who choose to pursue off-campus housing is rising, according to Associate Dean of Students for Residential and Student Life Doug Adams.
Adams said that a highly active academic scene on campus is central to the College’s identity. “Middlebury is a residential college. As such, student life happens on the campus — classes, dining, athletics, events, etc.,” he added. “This is a core element to the College’s mission where learning happens both inside and outside the classroom.”
Nevertheless, the residential experience may be both a blessing and a curse. “Students who live off campus are sometimes seeking distance from the noise of campus living,” said Adams. “Other reasons cited by students include a desire to live closer to the local community; a change from living on campus; wanting to live on their own. Off-campus living can offer more variety in terms of housing options — apartments, houses — as well as the option to live off the College meal plan. Students will often say that they are looking for a ‘homey’ experience.”
Anna Stevens, a senior applying for off-campus housing, said the attractions of the residential college experience fade slightly by senior year. “Living in dormitories was fun for my first two years because there seemed to always be people around,” she said. “But, as we got older, my friends and I no longer wanted to live with people and we wanted to be able to have gatherings without considering the other residents, public safety, etc.”
However, moving off campus can come with its headaches. Obviously, expenses such as rent and transportation come into play, as well as a new set of rules regarding living next to non-student neighbors.
1. What can the residential experience provide according to Adams?| A．An easy way to cut the cost of living. | B．A good chance to form a friendship. |
| C．An escape from noisy society. | D．A good learning atmosphere. |
| A．Suffering. | B．Misunderstanding. |
| C．Risk. | D．Difficulty. |
| A．It made her feel at home. | B．It gave her much freedom. |
| C．It pushed her to become independent. | D．It allowed her to make a new meal plan. |
| A．Living on campus or off campus |
| B．Tips you’ll need for living off campus |
| C．College campus: an outdoor classroom |
| D．Off-campus housing: a wise choice for students |
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【推荐1】The UK has a well-respected higher education system and some of the top universities and research institutions in the world.
October is usually the busiest month in the college calendar. Universities have something called Freshers' Week for their newcomers.
However, having just left the comfort of home and all your friends behind, your prospect of meeting lots of strangers in big halls can be nerve-wracking(令人头痛的). Where do you start? Who should you make friends with? Which clubs should you join?
Here is some top advice from past students on how to survive Freshers' Week.
●Learn rules.
●Be kind. Sometimes cups of tea or even slices of toast can give you a head start in making friends.
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●Bring a doorstop. Keep your door open when you' re in and that sends positive messages to your neighbors that you' re friendly.
So with a bit of clever planning and effort, Freshers'
Week can give you a great start to your university life and soon you'll be passing on your experience to next year's new recruits.
| A．Be honest. |
| B．Be sociable. |
| C．Keep yourself friendly to others. |
| D．Make sure you know British social etiquette(礼节). |
| E．But to those who are new to it all, sometimes it can be confusing. |
| F．It's a great opportunity to make new friends, join lots of clubs and settle into university life. |
| G．Luckily, there will be thousands of others in the same boat as you worrying about starting their university social life on the right foot. |
【推荐2】Kenny Lake School in Alaska is small, with about 60 students from kindergarten to high school seniors. Jennifer Hodges, a teacher, said, “My students sit only at desks for 20 minutes a day. They do a lot of practical learning, such as raising salmon (鲑) from egg to fry (鱼苗) in the classroom and then releasing them into lakes.”
It is through a program called Salmon in the Classroom. Kate Morse, program director for the project, is in charge of the program. With this project, students have a completely different attitudes because they know what it takes to actually go through the stages of a salmon.
They think learning about the habitat temperature and the effects of climate change is more crucial now than ever. In 2022, the Arctic had its sixth-warmest year on record. But this is unusual in raising salmon, which require cold water to survive. “We had a failure in our equipment and it brought the temperature up about five degrees”, said Hodges. “Just warming it that much just killed our eggs.”
They can also observe how deadly pollutants can be to salmon’s habitat. During the months when the salmon are in the classroom, students like to sit by the tank to observe. “For instance, putting hand sanitizer (消毒剂) on your hands and then putting your fingers in the tank, you’ve polluted the tank,” said Hodges.
Each year in May, she takes her students on the Salmon Field Trip, where they will name the fish and get to release the salmon they’ve raised in class.
“The best part is getting to release them after watching them hatch from eggs and grow into fry and taking care of them,” said Fisher, a student. “You get to say goodbye.”
“I went to release them last year and the lake was still covered with ice,” said Styrling, a student. “I fell in. It was cold, but it was still funny.”
1. What do we know about the students in Kenny Lake School?| A．They raise salmon for their eggs. | B．They always sit at desks all day. |
| C．They can receive hands-on education. | D．They can combine learning with hobbies. |
| A．To stress the role the program has played. | B．To introduce the founder of the program. |
| C．To explain ways that students raise salmon. | D．To emphasize Kate Morse’s responsibility. |
| A．Climate change has a minimal impact on salmon habitats. |
| B．Salmon eggs are sensitive to the rise of water temperature. |
| C．Their equipment failure caused a decrease in water temperature. |
| D．Students observe the tank to learn about pollution caused by salmon. |
| A．Positive. | B．Doubtful. | C．Neutral. | D．Indifferent. |
【推荐3】On my first day of the senior high school,I asked an eleventh grader where my class was.And he told me it was “on the fourth floor,next to the pool.” I found out five minutes later that we don’t even have a fourth floor and there’s no pool either!Besides that,I didn’t have any trouble with the older kids.
I think the biggest differences between the junior and the senior high school are the homework load (工作量) and size of the school.I went from maybe fifteen minutes of homework a night to several hours,so I had to learn how to make full use of time!Our class size is around 55,but joining in clubs,sports,music,and other activities at school makes it easier to get to know people in every grade.
The best advice I can give about the years you spend in high school is to learn things for yourself,not just to get a good grade.There have been so many tests that I’ve prepared for the night before,gotten an A,and not remembered anything later.I’ve changed that this year,and I enjoy school so much more.Don’t take easy classes just to have a simple year.If you have a choice between chemistry and sports,the first will prove to be a lot more useful!
While drinking and smoking might be present in some junior high schools,they’re also around in senior high schools.I have a lot of friends who promised they’d never drink or smoke,but are now partying every weekend.If you have “fun” and spend your nights wasted instead of studying,you will regret it when you’re applying for (申请) a college.The “friends” who say you’re a loser for not partying are really not your friends at all.It’s hard to see your closest friends grow apart and go in different directions,but don’t follow their footsteps.Create your own path in life and make your own decisions.
1. What does the author think of the senior high school?| A．There are very few activities. |
| B．It’s hard to meet new people there. |
| C．It requires hard work. |
| D．There isn’t enough time for homework. |
| A．a senior high school student |
| B．a chemistry teacher |
| C．a college student |
| D．a sports player |
| A．The trouble caused by drinking and smoking. |
| B．Students shouldn’t go to any party in senior high school. |
| C．Students shouldn’t lose themselves in senior high school. |
| D．The importance of making friends. |
【推荐1】In today's world, online social media' has become more powerful and the most destructive thing over worldwide, although with time all generations have come to accept the changes social network has brought about, teenagers and young adults are the most enthusiastic users of these sites. According to various research studies in the field of online social networks, it has been revealed that these sites are impacting the' lives of the youth greatly. When using these sites such as Twitter, Facebook or Myspace, there are both positive and negative effects on the youth.
Firstly, social media helps the youth and any other user updated with what is happening around the world, and helps the teenagers stay connected and interact with each other even if they are many miles apart. This strengthens their relationship. Even if they finished school and moved to different locations, they stay connected and update one another.
In addition, social media sites have provided a platform whereby the youth can create groups and pages based on their common discipline and end up building connections and opportunities for their respective careers by updating different topics to discuss. Youth who have been interviewed say that social media has become their lifestyle and it makes their lives easier and more efficient.
While on the one hand social network sites seem to bring people together and stay connected, on the other hand it causes many physical and mental health problems such as eyes infection, back problems, etc. Other negative effects of social networking various people suggested included encouraging poor spelling and grammar, exposing underage to online predators (捕食者), allowing spread of misinformation that is seen as fact, decreasing productivity as those who are supposed to be working spend time in the sites to chat, providing a perfect platform for cyberbullying and providing details that increase risks of identity theft.
“The more social media we have, the more we think were connecting, yet we are really disconnecting from each other.” One researcher said.
In conclusion, social networking clearly portrays both positive and negative effects on the youth. It is the decision of individuals whether to use it in a right way or wrong.
1. One of the reasons why young people adopt the platform offered by social media sites is ________.| A．to practice their debate skills | B．to change their way of living |
| C．to improve their academic performance | D．to lay the foundation for their future careers |
| A．put young people in danger | B．allow spread of information |
| C．result in users' health problems | D．reduce the using of poor spelling |
| A．The research on online social media. | B．The correct way to use online social media 2611. |
| C．The introduction of online social media history. | D．The influence of online social media on the youth. |
| A．Disapproving. | B．Objective. | C．Positive. | D．Indifferent. |
【推荐2】When Lisette LeJeune, a single mom, living in Houston, Texas, received a positive COVID-19 test, she knew she would be in for a hard time.
She and both of her kids, who are 14 and 3 years old, tested positive and fell ill in December, 2020. Their family members did their best to bring them supplies and food, but since they live far away, it wasn’t easy. “I was really sick the first week, so it was really hard for me to take care of both of them, she said.
Right after she got her test results, Lisette made sure her family was quarantined (隔离). She even placed a box on her front door so their mail carrier could put their letters inside instead of touching the mailbox. But two weeks later, Lisette opened the front door to find a special care package (包).
Thinking the sweet gift was from a relative, Lisette opened the box to find several get-well essentials like chicken noodle soup, milk, and cookies. There was also a handwritten note only it wasn’t from a family member at all. It was from Mary, their mail carrier, a stranger Lisette had only briefly spoken to once.
“Get-well wishes… I hope you all are feeling better!” the note read.
Lisette was at once touched by the kindness. Lisette left a thank-you gift and a note for Mary in return and shared the touching moment online. After their story spread, Mary responded through United States Postal Service, calling the care package “a small act of kindness.”
Fortunately, Lisette and her kids are now recovering from the virus. While their mail carrier may not think much of what she did, we know it meant the world to this family.
1. Why did Lisette place a box on her front door?| A．She wished her family members to put supplies and food in it. |
| B．She intended to make it easy for the mail carrier to deliver letters. |
| C．She wanted to keep the mail carrier from the virus. |
| D．She didn’t need it anymore and placed it on the front door. |
| A．Caring. | B．Humorous. |
| C．Friendly. | D．Responsible. |
| A．A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. | B．Love can be found everywhere. |
| C．Ups and downs make one strong. | D．A friend in need is a friend indeed. |
| A．A Thoughtful Gift from a Mail Carrier |
| B．A Sick Mother with Her Children |
| C．A Warm-hearted Mail Carrier Who Helps a Single Mom |
| D．A Brave Mother Who Fights with COVID-19 |
【推荐3】At first look, the playground at the Children’s Guild-Transformation Academy in Baltimore, Maryland, looks like any other. It has swings, slides, and places for children to climb and crawl. But the playground is not just a place for fun. It is also a place where students can learn, grow and gain independence. Everything — from the kind of surface it sits on, to the color of its sitting areas, to the placement of the surrounding fence — is specifically designed for kids with autism (自闭症).
Mark Rapaport is the managing director of autism services at the Transformation Academy. He said the school accepts students aged 5 to 21 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and are lower-functioning.
Rapaport said the goal of Transformation Academy is to make the students as independent as possible in an effort to help them prepare for adult life. The school aims to provide help with developing communication and social skills, as well as practical abilities like cleaning or cooking.
The playground designed by Maryland company Sparks@Play, using structures manufactured by Landscape Structures, Inc. took a month to develop, said Dan Hack. He works for Sparks@Play and helped lead the playground’s design. Hack said he and others spent weeks getting to know the students and understanding their needs before any building was started. The design process involved physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other specialists. The huge $500,000 project was funded with support from the state of Maryland and the nonprofit Orokawa Foundation.
Parts of the playground that seem small are very important for children with autism and other disabilities. The surrounding fence extends into a wooded area to make it seem more open. And the ground under the play areas is made of soft, but solid materials to support students using wheelchairs or crutches. The benches on the outside of the playground look simple from far away, but are “one of our most inclusive sensory” elements, Hack said. They have many different colors that bring about feelings of calm and curiosity. They are also made with smooth material that can be felt and moved. The academy’s Rapaport said if a child starts to feel uneasy, they can sit down and feel the bench, which can help them relax.
1. Why is the playground in Baltimore designed with special materials?| A．To make it superior to other playgrounds. | B．To better serve children with autism. |
| C．To improve the quality of the playground. | D．To make it easier for kids to climb and crawl. |
| A．It took a month to complete the project. | B．The design process is simple and easy. |
| C．The result of the project is uncertain. | D．It’s a money-consuming project. |
| A．The scale and the structure of the playground. |
| B．Ways for kids to free from the stress and relax themselves. |
| C．The underlying logic and reasonable factors of the playground. |
| D．The advantages of the playground for autism and disabled kids. |
| A．Advanced. | B．Environmental-friendly. | C．Functional. | D．Convenient. |
To study in Canada is very cost effective. These universities are affordable compared to other universities in the world such as in the US, New Zealand and UK where cost of education and living is very high. According to a survey in 2006, “Canada offered the lowest tuition fees for foreign students compared to UK and Australia.”
The low rate of crimes and the peaceful safe environment of the country also attract lots of international students to Canadian universities. Canada has 92 universities and 175 community colleges and university degrees have three levels-Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral.
A Bachelor's degree in Canada is for three or four years' full-time study depending upon the nature of the program you are doing. On the other hand, a Master's degree consists of two years of study. For a Doctoral program in Canadian university, you require a minimum of three to four or sometimes five years of research and study.
You can also find many diploma(学位证书) and certification (证明) programs in Canadian universities where the time is generally one year. Some of the Canadian universities are well-regarded worldwide and the degree and diploma obtained from these Canadian universities are recognized globally and promise bright future. After the completion of studies, a person could also find great job offers in Canada itself. International students require a work permit to work on campus.
1. How long will you spend at least in total if you want to finish your Bachelor's, Master's and Doctoral degrees in Canada?
| A．7 years. | B．8 years. |
| C．9 years. | D．11 years. |
①Quality education. ②Safe environment.
③Versatile culture. ④Bright job future.
⑤High scholarships. ⑥Low tuition fees.
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| C．①②③⑤⑥ | D．①③④⑤⑥ |
| A．Oppositive. | B．Doubtful. |
| C．Supportive. | D．Not mentioned. |
| A．Canadian culture |
| B．The life in Canada |
| C．Study in Canada — a unique Experience |
| D．Benefits of studying Abroad |
【推荐2】History can be found at every turn, and every corner, as you walk the streets of this architectural marvel of a city, and at Powis Place and Fraser Studios you are just a short 15-minute walk away from one of the universities in the country. Links can be found to the University of Aberdeen as far back as 1495, beautiful medieval (中世纪的) campus to back up its claims.
It makes it the fifth oldest university in the whole of the UK, and as a result it has always been a regarded higher education establishment. It has been voted the 2019 Scottish University of the Year and ranked in the Top 30 Universities in the UK in 2019. It attracts people from all over the UK and abroad. With distance learning choices, it is an attractive proposition to many students. The Sir Duncan Rice Library has perfect views of the entire city and beaches, and the university has one of the largest medical campuses in the whole of Europe.
Aberdeen University Students’ Association (AUSA) is home to over 150 societies and hundred activities relating to those societies. It ensures that whatever you are interested in you are well served when moving to the city as a student. It is a fantastic way to meet and make new friends with people from all over the world. Within the Union there is a café and a shop, with many food outlets providing daily refreshments (茶点) during breaks between lectures and study. There are also plenty of volunteering and training opportunity to take part in, whether you are looking for a hobby, to help others, to present your CV, or all of the above.
The University of Aberdeen certainly holds some reputations, home to five previous Nobel Prize winners, an internationally-focused university in teaching and research, and even its very own tartan created in 1992 to celebrate the university’s 500th anniversary.
1. When was the University of Aberdeen first built?| A．2019. | B．1992. | C．1495. | D．500. |
| A．Choice. | B．Preparation. | C．Building. | D．History. |
| A．Five scientists won the Nobel Prize in 2019. |
| B．It gained the title of the 2019 Scottish University of the Year. |
| C．It has the largest medical campus in the world. |
| D．It is the 30th biggest university. |
| A．Join AUSA for over 150 societies. | B．Get volunteering opportunities. |
| C．Receive distance learning. | D．Enjoy the whole city and beaches. |
【推荐3】You are a freshman in college. You want to have fun, but you want people to take you seriously. You need to earn good grades, especially if you are on scholarship. You need to make sure you are preparing for the world after college, too. It sounds I like a lot of responsibility and work.
Meet new people
Volunteer
Volunteering is sometimes required as part of your curriculum in college, and you’ll meet plenty of new people in this way.
Find a passion
Part of becoming a successful college student is accepting that things won’t always work out the way you want them to. You’ll make some mistakes, even some big ones. Don’t see these as evidence that you are “a failure”. View them as opportunities for growth.
| A．Accept that failure is okay. |
| B．Attend clubs and socials, especially the ones for freshmen. |
| C．Have you always wanted to act? |
| D．You may not have any idea what you want to do for a career, and as a freshman, that’s okay. |
| E．Fortunately, with a little planning and know-how, you can make your college career a success. |
| F．Sure, a poetry class may not seem like it will help you with your major, but it encourage s creativity and expression. |
| G．Also, volunteering looks great on a resume. |
