【推荐1】Anyone wanting to throw away their mobile phone can do it in style（时尚地）and may even win a medal－at the Mobile Phone Throwing World Championship.

Originally a local event in a small town close to the Russian border，the fifteenth annual contest drew many throwers from as far as Canada，Russia and Belgium.

Founder Christine Lund describes the event as a good source of light exercise with an environmentally-friendly activity. “There are a lot of mobile phones on the second-hand market，and we are recycling them（before they become poisonous waste），”she said.

The inventive Finns had already given the world the Sauna World Championships and the Wife Carrying Competition before coming up with a new way to make mobile phones even more mobile.

This year’s gold medal went to Finland’s Lassi Etelatalo，who threw a waste Nokia unit a forceful 89.00 meters. “I prepared by javelin（标枪）throwing，I haven’t really practiced throwing mobile phones，”Etelatalo said.

Lund says competitors all have their favorite throwing brand. “People choose by size，by color or by how it fits in the hand……Some believe a heavy model will ensure a long throw，some want a light one.”

1. According to the passage，we can infer that _______.

A．the contest originated in Russia

B．the contest it held every four years

C．the contest started from the year 2000

D．this year’s gold medal was gotten by Finland’s Lassi Etelatalo

2. Which of the following mentioned in the passage is NOT the basis to choose the throwing mobile phones？

A．The material of the mobile phones.

B．The color of the mobile phones.

C．The size of the mobile phones.

D．The weight of the mobile phones.

3. The contest was founded because _______.

A．there are too many second-hand mobile phones

B．the contest is good for people’s health and environment

C．Finns are inventive

D．the mobile phone throwing activity is popular with a lot of people

【推荐2】Did anyone find the names of “Great Britain”, “the United Kingdom”, “England” and “the British commonwealth” which have the same meaning? Strictly speaking, these names all refer to something different. None of them are exactly the same as any of the others.
The British isles refer to the main islands and several thousand small ones as well, which you can see on the map. Great Britain, or Britain, refers to the larger of the two main islands. But the word “Britain” is often used as a short form for the United Kingdom or you call it the UK .
Now as for England, it refers simply to the largest of the three countries on the island of Great Britain. The United Kingdom is the name of the state and the official name of the country, which many people popularly refer to England.
Finally, the Britain commonwealth is the usual name for what is left of the British Empire. This change shows the weakening of British Empire and the rising of the national liberation movements throughout the world today.
1. According to the passage, we know that ____ .

A．Great Britain has the same meaning as Britain

B．the United Kingdom has the same meaning as Britain or England

C．all the names in the first paragraph have the same meaning

D．all the names refer to England

2. It is clear that the British isles refer to ____ .

A．Britain, England and the UK.

B．the two main islands and thousands of small ones

C．three countries and several islands

D．Great Britain or the United Kingdom

3. Which of the following shows the right relationship (关系) between the British isles (BI), Britain (B) and England (E)?

A．B>BI>E

B．BI>E>B

C．E>B>BI

D．BI>B>E

4. If you want to write to someone in Edinburgh that lies in Scotland, you should write the address as ____.

A．Edinburgh, England

B．Edinburgh, Great Britain

C．Scotland, Edinburgh, England

D．Great Britain, Scotland, Edinburgh

【推荐3】Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in October as a day to make someone happy. It is an occasion which offers all of us an opportunity to remember not only the sick, the aged, and children who have lost their parents, but also friends, workmates, relatives and neighbors whose helpfulness and kindness we have enjoyed.

Over 60 years ago, when a Cleveland man noticed that some people, such as children who lost their parents and patients who lay in bed, too often felt forgotten and neglected, he developed in his mind the idea of showing them that they were remembered. He did this by giving them small gifts. With the help of his friends and neighbors, he gave those people small gifts on a Saturday in October. During the years that followed, other Clevelanders began to take part in the celebration, which came to be called ''Sweetest Day''. Over time, the Sweetest Day idea of spreading cheer to the poor, the sick and children who had lost their parents was broadened to include everyone, and became an occasion for remembering others with a kind act or a small gift. Soon the idea spread to other cities all over the USA.

Sweetest Day is not based on any single group's religious(宗教的) beliefs or on a family relationship. It is a reminder that a thoughtful word or deed enriches life and gives it meaning.

Because for many people remembering takes the form of gift giving, Sweetest Day offers us the opportunity to show others that we care, in a positive way.

1. What can we learn from the first paragraph？

A．Sweetest Day is celebrated on the third Sunday in October.

B．Sweetest Day is a day to make others happy.

C．Sweetest Day is an occasion for lovers to express love.

D．Sweetest Day is just an occasion to care about disabled people.

2. The underlined word ''neglected'' in the second paragraph means“__________”

A．remembered

B．hated

C．paid little or no attention to

D．disappointed

3. Which of the following has little relationship to Sweetest Day？

A．Visiting sick people of the hospital.

B．Visiting children who have lost their parents.

C．Giving friends small gifts.

D．Giving flowers to sweethearts.

【推荐1】Spending time outdoors can reduce stress and increase overall health. Stuck inside? You can still connect with nature with a virtual visit to a national park. Four of the most visited national parks in the nation offer creative ways for visitors at home to explore its beauty.

Grand Canyon National Park

On a Grand Canyon virtual archaeological tour, armchair travelers get an inside look at the first major archaeological site along the Colorado River in nearly four decades. A series of interactive 360-degree photos show the archaeologists (考古学家) at work, with insight into their tools and methods.

Yosemite National Park

Few national parks have more natural wonders than Yosemite. Visitors can see water pouring down from Yosemite Falls or look up at Half Dome from the floor of Yosemite Valley.

Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park protects a rainforest ecosystem (生态系统) largely untouched by human habitation. It also protects an incredible range of habitats and impressive biodiversity (生物多样性).

A set of beautiful interactive wall paintings appeals to those with an interest in plants and animals. Click through the images to learn more about what’s growing in the park.

Yellowstone National Park

America’s oldest national park is also one of the easiest to tour virtually. You can watch Old Faithful erupt in real time or send an audio postcard featuring the sounds of springtime, the barks and howls of wolves at Blacktail Pond.

1. What is special about Grand Canyon National Park?

A．It provides a wide range of photos for tourists.

B．It offers travelers chances to act archaeologists.

C．It makes visitors understand archaeological tools.

D．It has a history of approximately forty years.

2. What attracts tourists most in Olympic National Park?

A．The rainforest ecosystem.

B．Attractive wall paintings.

C．Various amazing habitats.

D．Impressive natural wonders.

3. Which park do you choose to hear nature in spring?

A．Grand Canyon National Park.

B．Yosemite National Park.

C．Olympic National Park.

D．Yellowstone National Park.

【推荐3】Four Recommended Books This Year

Summer

Author: Ali Smith

Price: £16. 99

Ali Smith’s Summer continues the interplay between the past and modern society that marks out her works as insightful. The top of a hugely ambitious and fast-paced literary project that aims to display big events of 2020 — Brexit, global COVID-19 pandemic, immigration detention centers, homelessness and the murder of George Floyd — with burning immediacy, Summer is one of the absolute must-reads.

Actress

Author: Anne Enright

Price: £16. 99

A beautifully realized novel of mother-daughter relationships and the dark side of fame and adulation (盲目崇拜), Actress skillfully unpacks the secrets and lies of a well-known theatre performer and the effects of her bad fame on the child who admired her. With a sharp eye for female interaction and familial meaning, Actress finds the former Booker Prize winner on excellent form.

Grown Ups

Author: Marian Keyes

Price: £20. 00

There are few writers as capable of showing the frictions of family life with as much humor and accuracy as Marian Keyes and her latest sees her on flashing form. When one woman’s accident leads to an outpouring of long-contained complaints and secrets, it calls into question just how civilized and “grown-up” any of us actually are.

Redhead by the Side of the Road

Author: Anne Tyler

Price: £14. 99

Redhead by the Side of the Road is both a deliciously perfect love story and a character study of a lovable eccentric (古怪的人), stuck in his ways. Showing the emotional warmth that has made her both a critical darling and a beloved popular author, Anne Tyler is at her winning best.

1. How much should you pay for a book referring to big events of 2020?

A．£14. 99.

B．£16. 99.

C．£20. 00.

D．£33. 98.

2. Whose book shows family conflicts humorously?

A．Ali Smith’s.

B．Anne Tyler’s.

C．Anne Enright’s.

D．Marian Keyes’s.

3. What can be known about Redhead by the Side of the Road?

A．Its author is too eccentric to be loved.	B．It is about the growth of a rising star.
C．It explores a strange man’s characters.	D．Its main role lacks love and kindness.

【推荐1】Have you ever wondered why hair turns gray as you get older and whether there is something you can do to prevent graying or at least slow it down? Here's a look at what causes hair to turn gray and some of the factors that affect graying.

The age at which you'll get your first gray hair （supposing your hair doesn't simply fall out） is largely decided by genetics. You'll probably get that first strand （缕）of gray hair around the same age your parents and grandparents started to go gray. However, the rate at which the graying progresses is somewhat under your own control. Smoking is known to increase the rate of graying. Generally poor nutrition, insufficient B vitamins, anemia, and untreated thyroid （甲状腺）conditions can also speed the rate of graying.

What causes your hair's color to change? That has to do with the process controlling the production of the paint called melanin （黑色素），the same material that tans your skin in response to sunlight. Every hair cell contains melanin cells called melanocytes. The melanocytes produce eumelanin（真黑素），which is black or dark brown, and pheomelanin, which is reddish-yellow, and pass the melanin to the cells which produce keratin （角蛋白）, the chief protein in hair. When the keratin-producing cells die, they keep the coloring from the melanin. When you first start to go gray, the melanocytes are still present, but they become less active. Less paint is kept into the hair so it appears lighter.

As graying progresses, the melanocytes die off until there aren't any cells left to produce the color. While this is a normal and unavoidable part of the aging process and is not of itself associated with disease, some autoimmune diseases can cause premature graying. However, some people start going gray in their 20s and are perfectly healthy.

Extreme shock or stress can also cause your hair to go gray very quickly, though not overnight.

1. What determines your first strand of gray hair?

A．Genes.

B．Ages.

C．Nutrition.

D．Disease.

2. What does the underlined word       “tans” in paragraph 3 probably mean?

A．Avoids.	B．Protects.
C．Sunburns.	D．Covers.

3. What do we know about melanin in paragraph 3?

A．It helps the hair keep shining.	B．It can prevent the hair turning gray.
C．It is mainly made of hair protein.	D．It makes the hair look lighter.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．The process of hair changes.

B．The causes of hair turning gray.

C．The factors of hair components.

D．Relationship between gray hair and health.

【推荐2】From the tropical paradise of United States’Miami to South China’s innovative city Shenzhen, The Lonely Planet released a list of top 10 cities which are worth visiting in 2019.It covers a mix of well-known and less-known destinations.Those places include second place Shenzhen,China;Novi Sad,Serbia in third place;Miami,Florida in fourth place,and Kathmandu,Nepal rounding out the top five.Let’s have a brief look at some of these attractive places.

Copenhagen,Denmark

With its modern design,15 Michellin-starred restaurants and highly bike-friendly culture,it is not surprising that Denmark’s capital has topped The Lonely Planet’s top 10 cities list.

Copenhagen’s street food scene is developing fast in Refshaleon, a former industrial area with a food and craft market,Reffen.

Novi Sad Serbia

While Novi Sad is not a noted as the capital of Belgrade,it’s much more fashionable.It’s home to the country’s annual EXIT! Festival,which is held each July at the 18^th century-era Petrovaradin Fortress.

The festival contributes to a vibrant music and arts scene and a youthful atmosphere.2019 European Youth Capital was held in Novi Sad.It may be a practice run for 2021,when the city will observe the important title of European Capital of Culture.

Kathmandu,Nepal

Three years after it was struck by a destructive earthquake,Kathmandu is welcoming visitors to a city which is much quieter,by design.

With cars banned from the historic center and motor horns banned across the Kathmandu Valley,it’s much quieter than it used to be in the past.

1. In which city can you enjoy riding bikes?

A．Shenzhen,China	B．Kathmandu,Nepal
C．Novi Sad,Serbia	D．Copenhagen,Denmark

2. In Novi Sad,Serbia you can_________________.

A．experience a quieter life style

B．visit the food and craft market,Reffen

C．try delicious food in Michellin-starred restaurant

D．appreciate energetic music and art with the young people.

3. Where does the passage most probably come from?

A．A science report

B．A book review

C．A magazine

D．A realistic novel

【推荐3】A woman held her phone tightly to her heart the way a church-goer might hold a Bible. She was anxious to take a picture of an impressive bunch of flowers that sat not so far away, but first she had to get through a crowd of others pushing their way to do the same. The cause of this was Bouquets to Art, one of the most popular events at the de Young Museum in San Francisco.

Flower sellers were asked to create flower arrangements that respond to pieces of art on display, from ancient carvings to contemporary sculptures. It’s extremely attractive and also memorable, to the point that it has become a problem.

In recent years, the de Young received more than a thousand complaints from people who felt that cell phones had spoiled their experience of the exhibit. institutions of fine art around the world face similar problems as the desire to take photographs becomes a huge attraction for museums, as well as something that upsets some of their patrons (资助人). So the de Young responded with a kind of compromise: carving out "photo free" hours during the exhibition’s six-day run.

One common complaint about the effect of social media on museum culture is that people seem to be missing out on experiences because they are so busy collecting evidence of them. A study recently published in the journal Psychological Science suggests there is some truth to this. It finds that people who keep taking photos of an exhibit and posting them on social media rather than simply observing it, have; a hard time remembering what they see. But the issue is complex for the professionals running museums. Linda Butler, the de Young’s head of marketing and visitor experience, acknowledges that not everyone wants a museum to be "a photo-taking playland. " Yet a lot of people do‑ and she believes that the de Young is in no position to judge one reason for buying a $28 ticket to be more valid than another. "If we removed social media and photography," she says, "we would risk becoming irrelevant. "

1. What was the woman eager to do according to Paragraph 1?

A．To get her phone.	B．To take a photo.
C．To escape the crowd.	D．To push ahead.

2. How did the de Young respond to the dilemma?

A．By setting periods without photo-taking.

B．By making the exhibition free of charge.

C．By compromising with the government.

D．By extending the free exhibition hours.

3. The recent study finds that the use of social media in museums may      .

A．uncover the truth

B．play a negative role

C．accumulate evidence

D．cause many complaints

4. Which of the following may Linda Butler support?

A．Catering to visitors.

B．Reducing admission prices.

C．Reserving judgement in public.

D．Banning social media and photography.

【推荐1】Finland is the happiest place on Earth, according to the 2018 World Happiness Report of 156 nations.

The report, released Wednesday by the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Solutions Network, ranks the countries of the world based on six different categories of well-being: income, freedom, trust, life expectancy, generosity and social support. This year's report also pays special attention to the happiness of each country’s immigrants.

The U.S. dropped four spots from 2017 and landed in 18th place, and last year’s winner, Norway, came in second place — followed by Denmark, Iceland and Switzerland.

“The top five countries all have almost equally high values for the six factors found to support happiness, and four of these countries—Denmark, Switzerland, Norway and now Finland — have been in first place in the six World Happiness Report rankings since the first report" in 2012, ”co-editor John Helliwell told CNN. “In a division with such excellent teams, changes in the top spot are to be expected."

Rounding out the top 10 happiest countries was Canada in sixth place, then New Zealand, Sweden and Australia. The order of the top 10 nations changed from the 2017 list but the countries did not, according to the report. They were also 10 of the 11 top spots in the immigrant happiness category (including Mexico — 24th overall, but 10th in immigration).

“The most striking finding of the report is the remarkable consistency between the happiness of immigrants and the locally born,” Helliwell said in a statement. “Although immigrants come from countries with very different levels of happiness, their reported life evaluations resemble those of other residents in their new countries. Those who move to happier countries gain, while those who move to less happy countries lose.”

Other major world powers placed in significantly low spots on the list. Germany came in 15th, the UK was 19th — followed by Japan in 54th place, Russia in 59th and China in 86th.

The report, based on surveys completed by citizen volunteers, came just under a week before World Happiness Day on March 20, when the UN declared to recognize “the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings around the world and the importance of their recognition in public policy objectives”

1. The US ranked ______ in 2017.

A．18	B．10
C．14	D．22

2. What is the most significant finding of the report?

A．That immigrants are different from residents in the country.

B．That immigrants and locals feel the similar level of happiness.

C．That immigrants become happy when they leave the country.

D．That immigrants come from countries with different levels of happiness.

3. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A．Happiness is no less important than any other aspect in life.

B．People’s happiness and well-being should be considered when it comes to policy-making.

C．The happiness report came under a week before World Happiness Day.

D．What the UN declared was beneficial to all human beings.

4. What is the best title of the passage?

A．World Happiness Day.	B．Happiness — forever pursuit.
C．The 2018 World Happiness Report.	D．What's your happiness index(指数)?

【推荐2】London is a huge city with more things to do than anywhere else. With the London Pass, you get free entry to over 50 specially selected places with one purchase. In the list you'll find:

·19 historic buildings

·22 museums and art galleries

·8 tours, cruises (乘船游览) and walks and entertainment activities

·13 places of interest including boats and aquariums (水族馆)

·12 restaurants and services

The London Pass not only offers great value and convenience, but also enables you to beat the queues at selected attractions.There are also special offers such as discounts at restaurants and theaters, where the attraction is normally free to the public.The London Pass also gives you great offers such as a free guided tour.So whether you prefer museums or cinemas, galleries or ice skating or zoos, with The London Pass there really is something for everyone.

You can buy Adult or child passes for 2,3 or 6 days.See all ticket prices bellow and choose what you need.

Description	Price
London Pass 2 days Adult-Item E-036	$87
London Pass 3 days Adult-Item E-037	$104
London Pass 6 days Adult-Item E-038	$140
London Pass 2 days child (5-15 years)	$62
London Pass 3 days child (5-15 years)	$72
London Pass 6 days child (5-15 years)	$100

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VIP reservations: Contact a Customer Service representative at 1-866-270-2849.

NOTE:If your reservation is made prior to November 15^th, 2020 email sales@previewhotels.com.

1. According to the passage, with the London Pass you can probably do all the following things for free EXCEPT_________.

A．stays at hotels	B．see famous buildings
C．go boating	D．join in entertainment activities

2. How much should Mr. King pay for the London Pass 2 days if he goes with his wife and 7-year-old son?

A．$174

B．$236

C．$244

D．$270

3. What can be inferred from the passage?

A．The London Pass has discounts for students.

B．16 years olds can enjoy the London Pass 2 days Child.

C．Children under 5 don't need the London Pass.

D．The London Pass can't be bought on weekends.

4. If you are a VIP customer, you can reserve by calling

A．1-888-254-0637	B．00-800-84468370
C．+1210 5075997	D．1-866-270-2849

【推荐3】You’ve likely noticed them by now. School buses are back on the street packed with students. Many of those kids step off the buses with a potential health danger over their shoulder — a backpack filled with homework.

Backpacks come in all shapes, sizes and colors. It is a fun way for any girl or boy to express their styles. Some are simple, some covered with cartoon characters, many equipped with special compartments for every tool a student needs, like pencils, notebooks and books.

Yes, they are practical, but a heavy backpack can injure muscles and joints. Wearing a backpack incorrectly can lead to severe back, neck and shoulder pain, as well as posture problems. When a backpack filled with books is placed on a boy or girl’s shoulders incorrectly, the force of the weight can pull the child backward, so the child may bend their hips forward or arch their back.

Pay attention to detail when selecting a backpack; choose one that is equipped with a comfortable back, waist and wide shoulder straps. Narrow straps can dig into a child’s shoulders and affect circulation and nerves. The heavy load danger is not just for kids 12 and under. Middle and high school are at risk, too. They are carrying heavier books home daily.

Luckily, back pain created by backpacks is preventable. Parents should talk to their kids about lightening the load. You can even use a bathroom scale. The backpack should not weigh more than 10 percent to 15 percent of your child’s weight. If your child weighs 80 pounds, the pack should not weigh more than 8 to 12 pounds. If your child weighs 140 pounds, the pack should not be heavier than 21 pounds. Most importantly, if your child talks about numbness or weakness in the arms or legs, contact a physician.

1. What do students’ backpacks reflect according to paragraph 2?

A．Their hobbies.	B．Their styles.
C．Their characters.	D．Their needs.

2. What is paragraph 3 mainly about?

A．Students’ heavy loads.	B．Wearing backpacks incorrectly.
C．Dangers of heavy backpacks.	D．Weight of heavy backpacks.

3. Which backpack is more suitable for a child weighing 100 pounds?

A．With wide shoulder straps weighing about 10 pounds.

B．With narrow shoulder straps weighing 16 pounds.

C．With wide shoulder straps weighing 20 pounds.

D．With narrow shoulder straps weighing 15 pounds.

4. Who are the intended readers of the text?

A．Children.	B．Doctors.
C．Teachers.	D．Parents.