【推荐1】Several Jobs That Will Be Automated By Artificial Intelligence(AI) And Robots

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Image recognition software and voice recognition software are bringing some major advances to language translation．Applications like Google’s Word Lens can translate words from signs and documents in real time and there are a lot of translation apps that allow you to type in a word or phrase and will translate it for you．

Some will even speak the phrase for you and raw word-to-word translation will be fully automated soon．

Fast food workers

Automated ordering booths have already made their way into a few McDonald’s restaurants around the world，and cooking positions could be removed next．The booths probably can’t handle customer service problems well，so televideo systems could bring in an office employee to deal with complaints．

Field technician

New advances in the Internet of Things could make this work obsolete.

Low-cost sensors combined with high availability cellular／satellite communications and cloud technology are being started to automate and alarm these sites, and can be checked and maintained from a desktop or mobile device.

Sales representative

But, e-commerce is changing how we make purchasing decisions, especially those where there isn’t much differentiation among the major competitors.

If you’re selling a high-differentiation product and／or a high-price, low-volume product you have some job security, but if you’re selling a high-volume, low-differentiation product, you better start polishing your resume, said Doug Camplejohn, CEO of Fliptop. “These kind of product sales are all moving online.”

1. What can Google’s Word Lens do?

A．Translate by image and voice recognition software.

B．Speak the phrase or word for you.

C．Make real-time translation.

D．Allow you to type in a word or phrase.

2. What can we infer from the second part?

A．All the restaurants own automated ordering booths.

B．Service problems can’t be handled automatically.

C．Cooks will not be automated by AI and robots.

D．Customers will have no complaints because of AI．

3. What does the underlined word“obsolete”mean in Part 3?

A．Abandoned.	B．Welcome.
C．Forbidden.	D．Efficient.

4. What does the author mean by“you better start polishing your resume” in the last paragraph?

A．You must value your present work.

B．You have some job security.

C．Your resume needs correcting further.

D．You should consider changing the job.

【推荐1】From Alton Towers to Legoland, our experts pick their favorite British theme parks, highlighting the best roller coasters, character-led attractions, and animal safaris (狩猎旅行).

Drayton Manor

The Staffordshire theme park includes rides for all ages but stands out for having hit on a winning formula for young families with its expanding Thomas Land section. The 286-acre site is set in woodlands but the main village is enough for little legs to explore, making it well suited to pre-and primary school children.

Paultons Family Theme Park

On the edge of New Forest National Park, in Hampshire, Paultons Family Theme Park sits in 140 acres of attractive parkland. Although overshadowed by Thorpe Park and Alton Towers in terms of big rides, the park is home to Peppa Pig World, as well as 60 rides and attractions, and is best for families with young children.

Chessington World of Adventures

This park in Surrey has injected novelty (新奇) this year with the launch of its exclusive Gruffalo River Ride Adventure, raising its status as a family-friendly destination. The park also provides added family value with the opportunity to get a close-up interaction with animals including monkey walk-throughs and the Zufari safari experience.

Legoland Windsor

If you’re looking for stomach-in-the-mouth roller coasters, Legoland is not for you. This is the entry-level theme park for families with kids below the age of 12, with bucket-loads to keep them happy. Now in its third decade, set in lovely grounds, the theme park still has some of the charm of the original Danish parent park, with plenty of giraffes, crocodiles and pirates made out of Lego bricks spread over the rides.

1. Which of the following is recommended if a family want to interact with animals?

A．Drayton Manor

B．Paultons Family Theme Park

C．Chessington World of Adventures

D．Legoland Windsor

2. What do the four theme parks have in common?

A．They’re all ideal for children.

B．They all feature thrilling big rides.

C．They’re all renewing recreational facilities.

D．They all cover a vast area of over 200 acres.

3. What is the author’s purpose in writing the passage?

A．To promote ecotourism.

B．To value family union.

C．To introduce theme parks.

D．To compare tourist attractions.

【推荐2】Have a wonderful summer in Italy! Teach English to children at our summer camps and get paid.

Job Description

Each summer, EDUCO sends hundreds of mother tongue English speakers to over 200 summer camps across Italy, from the Alps, to Sicily. Our camps offer a unique experience for Italian children as they do not stick firmly to traditional teaching methods; instead, they employ the use of drama, songs and games to help learn English gradually and easily. Camps run form 9 am to 5pm, from Monday to Friday, and the children are completely involved in this mode of learning from start to finish. Each camp runs for either one or two weeks, before sending tutors off to a new location.

Join us for a rewarding summer experience in one of the most beautiful countries in the world. We’re looking for enthusiastic, responsible and reliable tutors who love working with children and are prepared to teach English in fun and creative ways. Previous teaching experience and Italian language skills are NOT necessary for this role.

A five-day course in Bologna(an Italian city) will provide all tutors with the training they need for our camps. Working in small guided groups, you’ll be taught some skills to help you successfully run camps. EDUCO will also provide you with a number of necessary materials to take to camp. The course dates for summer 2021 are:

June 11th-16th

June 18th -23rd

August 13th -18th

What we offer

   Paid financial aid.

   A chance to spend the summer in Italy!

   The chance to take on a challenging but extremely rewarding role that will prove to be invaluable in your future career.

   You get to discover various beautiful places in Italy while touring in groups to perform shows.

We ask that

 You should be a university student or graduate.

 Previous teaching experience is NOT necessary.

 Italian language skills are NOT necessary.

 Your mother tongue is English.

 You enjoy working with children.

1. What can we learn about the camps from the text?

A．The tutors in the camps are native English speakers.	B．The camps are for adults.
C．The teaching methods are different among the camps.	D．Each camp lasts for two weeks.

2. Who may be the right person for the camps?

A．A person who is outgoing and likes children.

B．A person who is a native Italian speaker.

C．A person who has experience in teaching Italian.

D．A person who has just graduated from high school.

3. Where may this text come from?

A．A popular magazine.	B．A job advertisement.
C．World news section of a newspaper.	D．Entertainment section of a newspaper.

【推荐3】Immersive Van Gogh

From the creators of the blockbuster show in Paris seen by over two million visitors and still wowing crowds in Toronto, the west coast premiere (首场) of the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit will bring the at of Vincent to life in Los Angeles.

Immersive art is not just a technical way to represent video and audio in huge spaces. The word immersive indicates a deep commitment of intentions which connect images and sounds in a way that the audience able to experience a different way of the ant.

True to its name, this exhibition transforms the iconic (标志性的) paintings of Vincent Van Gogh into moving, wall-filling projections. “Immersive Van Gogh” promises half-a-million cubic feet of projections that pull from some of the post-impressionist’s most recognizable pieces, including The Bedroom, Sunflowers and, yes, The Starry Night.

You will experience art like never before — lose yourself in entrancing, moving images that highlight brushstrokes, detail, and color — truly illuminating (照亮) the mind of the genius.

LOCATION

The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit is located at a secret place situated in the heart of Los Angeles. To be announced before the exhibit opens, existing ticket holders will receive an email with the place name and location once it is made public.

TICKET PRICES

VIP TICKETS—$99.99 ●Priority access ●Van Gogh carpet (a gift for you) ●Limited edition poster	PREMIUM TICKETS—$59.99 ●Van Gogh carpet (rental) ●Limited edition poster
BASIC TICKETS—$54.99 ●Admission only	CHILD TICKETS—$29.99 ●Ages 6-16 (children 5 and under do not require a ticket) ●Admission only ●Child tickets are not subject to change of date fees

Tickets are available online at www.vangoghla.com.

GIFT SHOP

Stop by our Exhibit Gift Shop to take the magic of Van Gogh home with you! From clothing and jewelry to home decor, children’s books, and so much more, you will find unique and thoughtful souvenirs at the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit. Also be sure to check out at our online store!

Experience the organic landscapes of Van Gogh’s imagination, and journey through his brilliance and madness in a completely new and unforgettable way.

1. According to the passage, the Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit________.

A．presents Van Gogh’s art in a modern way

B．begins a journey to Van Gogh’s hometown

C．displays Van Gogh’s paintings on moving walls

D．designs projects on Van Gogh’s learning experience

2. From where can people find information about the exact location of the exhibit?

A．The gift shop.

B．A website.

C．The ticket office.

D．An email.

3. How much should a couple with a 5-year-old child who would like to own a Van Gogh carpet at least pay for the visit?

A．$109.98.

B．$154.98.

C．$184.97.

D．$ 114.98.

【推荐1】After a lot of local and state warnings, research and bans of hoverboards (平衡车), the federal government issued a statement on Wednesday. The message: Many of the machines are a major fire risk.

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced the recall (召回) of more than a half-million hoverboards.The safety commission said that the battery-powered machines had been the cause of at least 60 fires. The announcement affects 10 companies that make or sell the products, including Razor and Swagway, two of the leading manufacturers.

Hoverboards, which do not actually hover or fly, have been the subject of regulatory examination in recent years. Officials have banned them from airplanes and sidewalks, and the safety commission carried out research last fall because of reports of fires and explosions.

The risk of fires from the machine's electrical system and battery(电池) pack has attracted the most attention from the safety commission, which says it will now turn its focus toward the risk of falls and other accidents. The agency is worried that flaws (缺陷) in the board's design could lead riders to lose their balance.

There is no federal safety standard specific to hoverboards. Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a standards-setting and testing organization, came up with voluntary electrical requirements for self-balancing hoverboards as a result of the safety commission's research, said Elliot F. Kaye, the chairman of the CPSC.

He required consumers to return any hoverboard that did not reach the standards set by the company. However, part of the problem, he explained, was that many hoverboards had been sold by temporary stands such as those in malls or college campuses — fly-by-night sellers that can be harder to track down or get in touch with. “That is a deeply frustrating aspect of it,” Mr. Kaye said. “Somebody can just put up a stand, order some products, disappear, and there's nobody there to take responsibility when things go wrong.”

1. Why will so many hoverboards be recalled?

A．They aren't easy to use.	B．They are likely to cause fires.
C．They don't actually hover or fly.	D．They caused many traffic accidents.

2. What will the CPSC pay attention to?

A．The recycling of hoverboards.	B．The popularity of hoverboards.
C．The balance risk of hoverboards.	D．The price controls of hoverboards.

3. Which of the following set safety standards for hoverboards?

A．The CPSC.

B．Razor.

C．Swagway.

D．UL.

4. What is the main idea of the passage?

A．Many hoverboards can make people fall easily.

B．The designs of hoverboards needed improving.

C．CPSC intended to recall some hoverboards.

D．People were discouraged from buying hoverboards.

【推荐2】Hidden from the noise of Washington, D.C., Hillwood Museum is a special treasure. It contains (包含) one of the finest personal collections (收藏) of Russian and French art in the world.

Hillwood Museum was once the home of Marjorie Merriweather Post. She was a rich businesswoman. She owned one of the largest food companies in the United States. She was also very interested in collecting beautiful French art and furniture.

She moved to Russia in the 1930s as her third husband, Joseph Davies, became the American ambassador (大使) in Moscow. Marjorie Merriweather Post had a love for Russian art as well. She bought the house in Washington in 1955 and she wanted to make it into a museum after her death. Many art experts helped Mrs. Post create its fine collection.

Hillwood has many rooms which are filled with her treasures. Visitors can see beautiful music boxes from the eighteenth century and colorful paintings of European princesses (公主). Experts say the ancient wood and gold furniture from France is some of the finest ever made. Visitors can even look at Mrs. Post’s jewels and clothes.

The museum also has several beautiful gardens. One is designed like the gardens in Japan. It has a bridge and visitors can watch flowers floating in the water. Flowers are also grown all the year in a special glass building or greenhouse. These flowers are placed in the house throughout the year.

After a walk, visitors can rest at a nearby eating place. They can also buy objects to remember this special museum.

1. From the second paragraph, we can learn that Marjorie Merriweather Post       .

A．lived near Hillwood Museum

B．owned a food company in France

C．was a successful businesswoman

D．was good at painting and designing

2. Marjorie Merriweather Post moved to Russia because       .

A．she liked the environment there

B．her husband had a job there

C．she wanted to collect art works

D．she hoped to meet some art experts

3. Which of the following treasures is NOT mentioned in the text?

A．Paintings of Japanese princesses.

B．Mrs. Post’s jewels and clothes.

C．Ancient wood and gold furniture.

D．Eighteenth century’s music boxes.

4. What is special about the museum’s gardens?

A．There are some rock hills.

B．They are all built in Japanese style.

C．Flowers are grown all the year.

D．There are some restaurants.

【推荐3】From 1990 to 2000, fishermen seeking swordfish off the coast of California accidentally caught and killed over 100 sea turtles, and injured many more. In 2001, the federal government established the Pacific Leatherback Conservation Area (PLCA), a region off the coast of California where fishing boats aren’t allowed to enter from August through November. Since then, the number of turtles killed by mistake has fallen rapidly, but a handful of animals still die from being caught in fishing nets each year. And meanwhile, the once $15 million swordfish industry has become a $2 million industry.

Scientists are hoping to find a way to both protect sea turtles and other endangered creatures and help fishermen make a living. For this, many are looking at dynamic (动态的) ocean management to help fishing boats meet fish where they are and avoid catching other fish by mistake.

The first paper to suggest that the fish that live in the open ocean should be guarded with fluid, ever-changing zones of protection, came out in 2000. Larry Crowder, a professor at Hopkins Marine Station, remembers reading it and thinking,“ Cool idea, but it will never work.” In 2000, scientists didn’t have the computer power to cheaply test statistical models or deal with satellite data quickly. They didn’t have enough data dealing with fish or satellite data on ocean conditions, either.

Now scientists can download oceans of satellite data in minutes, and attach satellite archival tags (档案标签) to marine (海洋的) animals to track their movements. They first collect data by marking the creatures, collecting reports from fishing boats, or other tracking methods. Then they compare that data with weather conditions, the time of year, and any other data that can be sensed. Finally, they can forecast where fish are likely to be.

Crowder and his colleagues used the data to develop a tool called EcoCast, which shows fishermen a daily map where there are more fish they desire. According to statistical modeling, if fishers had used EcoCast during the 2012 and 2015 fishing seasons, they could have fished in at least 125,000 more square miles than were open to them, without significant risk of hurting turtles.

1. The federal government hopes the PLCA and its rules can_________.

A．prevent fishing in the PLCA

B．help collect data for future researches

C．protect the creatures in the area to some degree

D．make the public realize the importance of our environment

2. What did Larry Crowder think of dynamic ocean management at first?

A．It was unrealistic.

B．It was stupid.

C．It was possible.

D．It was interesting.

3. What does Paragraph 4 mainly tell us?

A．An effective way to collect data.

B．Some fruits in the related technology.

C．A scientific method to find specific species.

D．The way dynamic ocean management works.

4. What should be the advantage of using EcoCast?

A．It protects the marine environment from pollution.

B．It reduces the risk of national economical loss.

C．It prevents fishermen from getting lost while fishing.

D．It both protects ocean animals and supports fishery.

【推荐1】Swiss researchers have developed a machine that can keep human livers （肝脏）alive outside of the body for one week. At present, technology and methods are only able to keep human livers alive for up to 24 hours. The new machine is able to keep the liver active by performing several functions normally carried out by the human body.

Scientists from the University of Zurich in Switzerland developed the machine. The researchers say the purpose of their “Liver4Lifb” machine is to perform what they call liver perfusion （灌注）operations outside of the human body. Perfusion is the process by which blood or other fluids are pumped through organs and tissue. The machine keeps the liver at the right temperature and moves it in a way that would be natural in the body. It uses a pump to fill the liver with blood acting like a replacement for a human heart. The machine also provides oxygen to the organ, controls red blood cell levels and removes waste.

The research team began their experiments using livers from pigs. After repeated testing and engineering development, the team said it was able to get the pig livers to survive for seven days with support only provided from the Liver4Life machine.

They also discovered that the system can work to repair damaged livers. In one test, the team connected the machine to 10 injured human livers that had been rejected for transplantation by all European medical centers. After seven days of perfusion treatment from the machine, six of the human livers fully regained important liver functions, the researchers reported.

The success of this unique perfusion system, developed over a four-year period by a group of surgeons, biologists and engineers, clears the way for many new applications in transplantation and cancer medicine, helping patients with no liver grafts （移植）available.

1. How does the machine keep the liver active?

A．By pumping to fill it with kinds of medicine.

B．By balancing the temperature of the body.

C．By providing blood for the liver like a heart.

D．By controlling its white blood cell levels.

2. What do we know about the system?

A．It took researchers four periods to invent it.

B．It is designed to repair damaged livers.

C．It's possible that it may have a bright future.

D．It needs more evidence to prove its functions.

3. In which section of a newspaper may the text appear?

A．Education.	B．Environment.
C．Psychology.	D．Technology.

4. What's the best title for the text?

A．New Machine Keeps Livers Alive for Full Week

B．Ways to Cure Liver Diseases Have Been Found

C．Animals are Used to Do Experiments in Switzerland

D．Six Human Livers Fully Regained Their Functions

【推荐3】Scientists say they have created a new device that can turn brain signals into electronic speech.The invention could one day give people who have lost the ability to speak a better way of communicating than current ones.

The device was developed by researchers from the University of California, San Francisco.Their results were recently published in a study in the journal Nature.Scientists created a"brain machine connection"that was set in the brain.The device was built to read and record brain signals that helped control the muscles to produce speech.These include the lips, tongue and jaw .

The study involved five volunteer patients who were being treated for epilepsy(癫痫).The individuals had the ability to speak and already had electrodes(电极)set in their brains.The volunteers were asked to read several hundred sentences aloud while the researchers recorded their brain activity.

The researchers used audio recordings to reproduce the vocal(发声的) muscle movement which is the key to producing human speech.Future studies will test the technology on people who are unable to speak.

The study reports the reproduced sentences were understandable to hundreds of human listeners asked to write out what they heard.The listeners were able to write out 43 percent of sentences with perfect accuracy.

Edward Chang is a professor of the university's Weill Institute.He was a lead researcher on the project.Chang admitted that much more research of the system would be needed to reach the goal of perfectly reproducing spoken language.

1. Who will probably benefit most from this device?

A．Those unable to hear.	B．Those unable to see.
C．Those unable to speak.	D．Those unable to write.

2. What do we know about the"brain machine connection"?

A．It could control the muscles.	B．It could produce human speech.
C．It could transform brain signals.	D．It could read and record brain signals.

3. Which of the following is important for production of human speech?

A．Brain activity.	B．Muscle control.
C．Audio recording.	D．Vocal muscle movement.

4. In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?

A．Science.	B．Fashion.
C．Education.	D．Entertainment.