【推荐1】Paragraph 1

Scientists have learned a lot about the kinds of food people need. They say that there are several kinds of food that people should eat every day. They are: (1) green and yellow vegetables of all kinds. (2) citrus(柑桔) fruits and tomatoes; (3) potatoes and other fruits and vegetables; (4) meat of all kinds, fish and eggs; (5) milk and foods made from milk; (6) bread or cereal(谷类), rice is also in this kind of food; (7) butter, or something like butter.

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People in different countries and different places of the world eat different kinds of things. Foods are cooked and eaten in many different kinds of ways. People in different countries eat at different times of the day. In some places people eat once or twice a day; in other countries people eat three or four times a day. Scientists say that none of the differences is really important. It doesn’t matter whether foods are eaten raw(生的) or cooked, canned or frozen. It doesn’t matter if a person eats dinner at 4 o'clock in the afternoon or at eleven o'clock at night. The important thing is what you eat every day.

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There are two problems, then, in feeding the large number of people on earth. The first is to find some ways to feed the world’s population so that no one is hungry.

The second is to make sure that people everywhere have the right kinds of food to make them grow to be strong and healthy.

1. According to the scientists, which of the following groups of food is the healthiest for your lunch?

A．chicken, apples, cereal, cabbages	B．potatoes, carrots, rice, bread
C．oranges, bananas, fish, tomatoes	D．beef, pork, fish, milk

2. It is important for people to eat _______.

A．three times a day	B．dinner at twelve o'clock
C．cooked food all the day	D．something from each of the seven kinds of food every day

3. People in different countries and different places of the world _______.

A．has the right kinds of food to eat	B．cooks their food in the same way
C．has their meals at the same time	D．eat food in different ways

4. Which of the following is NOT true?

A．People in some places don’t have enough to eat.

B．There are too many people in the world.

C．One of the problems is that no one is hungry.

D．The scientists are trying to make people grow to be strong and healthy.

5. If there is Paragraph 4, what do you think is going to be talked about?

A．When people eat their lunch	B．What to do with the two problems
C．How to cook food in different ways	D．Why people eat different kinds of food

【推荐3】Australian consumers in Adelaide are taking part in a study to help realize the potential for edible（可食用的）insects as a food industry. Consumers' attitudes are being put to the test at Adelaide Central Market with an offering of roasted crickets and ants, mealworm cookies and cricket energy bars.

Researchers want to further probe consumers' attitudes towards edible insects, and evaluate taste preferences and consumers⁵ willingness to buy such products. In an earlier online survey of 820 Australian consumers, the researchers found that 20% had tried edible insects. Of those surveyed, 46% said they'd be willing to try a cookie made from insect flour.

" In the earlier survey, consumers said they were most likely to try flavored or roasted insects and least likely to want to try cockroaches or spiders," Dr Crump says. "In this taste test, we've chosen products that consumers are most likely to react positively towards―apologies to anyone keen to try a cockroach or spider. The samples we'll be offering consumers provide a good spread of the available insect products in Australia' s marketplaces, some of which may be more acceptable than others."

Dr Crump says the research will help guide the development of an edible insect industry. In Australia, edible insects remain a new agricultural industry. Consumer research is needed to improve consumer acceptance of edible insects, so as to realize their potential as an alternative protein（蛋白质）source.

Professor Kerry Wilkinson says edible insects could play a role in global food security. "Problems such as climate change, increasing global population, shortage of agricultural land and rapidly changing consumer preferences are common, particularly in developing countries where there is an increasing demand for high quality animal protein," he says. "These food security problems will only be overcome by a change in food consumption habits. Edible insects could provide one solution. We want to look at ways of overcoming barriers to insect consumption in Australia.

1. What does the underlined word "probe" in paragraph 2 most probably mean?

A．Explore.

B．Influence.

C．Describe.

D．Compare.

2. Why have the researchers chosen certain insect products for the taste test?

A．Because they are richer in protein than other insects.

B．Because it is not difficult to flavor or roast them.

C．Because they are widely acceptable in Australia.

D．Because they are probably to consumers' taste.

3. In Kerry Wilkinson's opinion, how can consumers help remove food security problems?

A．By taking in less animal protein.

B．By changing their eating habits.

C．By expanding agricultural land.

D．By controlling their appetite.

4. What can be the best title for the text?

A．Insects Make Food Security No Longer a Problem

B．Could Edible Insects Help Global Food Security?

C．Edible Insects Prove an Alternative Protein Source

D．What Counts Most When It Gomes to Edible Insects?

【推荐1】Scientists have come up with a new way of identifying animals in an area by testing DNA taken in from the air. The researchers believe their new method could help scientists keep track of animals that are hard to spot, including endangered animals.

Two teams of scientists—one in Denmark and one in the United Kingdom (UK)—came up with the same question at about the same time: Could they identify the animals in an area from DNA that was simply floating in the air?

Testing for eDNA isn’t a new idea, but most of the time, scientists look for eDNA in water. DNA in the air is usually so small that it would take a microscope to see it. The scientists didn’t have high hopes for their experiment. Neither team knew that the other group was working on a similar experiment. One collected samples from different locations at Denmark’s Copenhagen Zoo, and the other at Hamerton Zoo Park in the UK. The scientists used slightly different methods to collect their samples. But basically, both teams collected extremely tiny bits of DNA onto very high quality filters.

In the laboratory, they got the DNA from the filters and made copies of it to study. By comparing their samples with examples of DNA from different animals, the scientists were able to identify many different animals at the zoos.

Each team only discovered about the other experiment after they had written a paper about their own results. Instead of competing, the two decided to combine their results and publish a paper together.

Both teams are excited about the ways this new method could be used in the wild. Scientists have been looking for better ways to track endangered animals without interfering with them. If researchers know where animals live, they can do a better job of protecting them. “The next step is to figure out how to take this method into nature,” says Dr. Bohmann , one of the scientists on the Copenhagen team.

1. What’s the task of the scientists from different countries?

A．To recognize animals by DNA in the open air.

B．To improve what the other team have achieved.

C．To look for eDNA in water for some rare animals.

D．To save endangered animals by copying their DNA.

2. What can we know from paragraph 3?

A．The two teams collected DNA from the same zoo.

B．Neither team made correct treatment on the study.

C．The two teams used completely different techniques.

D．Scientists didn’t think highly of the two teams’ methods.

3. Which of the following can best describe the two teams’ cooperation?

A．Eventful.

B．Competitive.

C．Promising.

D．Complicated.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．People’s efforts in saving endangered animals.

B．New methods of recognizing animals by DNA.

C．Ways of studying animals without disturbing them.

D．Different countries’ cooperation in saving animals.

【推荐1】NYRR is celebrating 20 years of free youth running in Central Park at the NYRR Summer Community Run. This event is perfect for all ages, with waves for runners, walkers, and families with strollers（婴儿车）, to encourage participation by all.

Take on a 1.5-mile course and then enjoy the post-race festival full of fun activities.

Note: Please be sure to register all those who will be participating on race day—including those little ones in the stroller.

Live Results

Live unofficial results are available during the race at liveresults. nyrr. org and in the NYRR app, including leaderboards, map tracking, and an individual runner search that can be shared on Twitter.

Race Number Pickup

Numbers and souvenir （New Balance water bottle） may be picked up at the NYRR RUNCENTER at 320 West 57th Street on the following dates:

* Sunday, August 11, 9: 00 a. m. —5: 00 p. m.

* Monday—Friday, August 12—August 16, 7: 00 a. m. —8: 00 p. m.

* Saturday, August 17, 8: 00 a. m. —7: 00 p. m.

Show the QR code（二维码） from your race confirmation email or your NYRR account to pick up your race materials. Please pick up during the week to avoid crowds on race day. Race-day lines may affect your ability to get to the start on time. Please note that souvenirs may not be available at race-day pickup.

Race-day pickup will be available at Race-Day Central in Central Park from 6: 00 a.m. to 7: 30 a. m.

Detailed Route Info

Begin your race on the west side of the 72nd St Transverse, and head south around the southern end of the park, continuing onto East Drive. Turn left onto the 72nd St Transverse and head to the finish line near Bethesda Terrace.

1. What can we learn about NYRR Summer Community Run?

A．It will last for a week.	B．Its distance is 1.5 miles.
C．It will be broadcast live on TV.	D．It’ s designed for families with babies.

2. When can participants pick up race materials?

A．August 11, 8: 00 p.m.	B．August 12, 6: 00 a. m.
C．August 15, 7: 00 p.m.	D．August 17, 7: 00 a. m.

3. Where will the participants start the race?

A．At the NYRR RUNCENTER.	B．On the 72nd St Transverse.
C．At Race-Day Central.	D．Near Bethesda Terrace.

【推荐2】Do you know how to play a game called “ Musical Chairs?” It is easy to play and most people like it. All that you need are some chairs, some people and some musical. You may use a piano or any other musical instrument, if someone can play it. You may use a recorder. You can use a radio as well.

Put the chairs in a row back to back. The chairs should be in twos. The game is easy. When the musical starts, the players walk round the chairs. Everyone goes in the same direction, of course, they should walk in time to the music. If the music is fast they should walk quickly. If the music is slow they should walk slowly.

The person playing music cannot see the people in the game. When the music stops, the players try to sit on the chairs. If a person cannot find a chair to sit on, he drops out (淘汰). Then, before the music starts again, one chair must be taken away. When the music stops again, one more player will be out.

At last, there will be two people and a chair. The one who sits on the chair is the winner when the music stops.

1. When you play the game, the chairs should be put__________.

A．with the desks.	B．back to back
C．face to face	D．all over the room

2. If ten people are playing the game, you must begin with __________.

A．nine chairs	B．ten chairs
C．eleven chairs	D．one chair

3. When the music starts, the players must __________.

A．run about the room	B．get down.
C．walk round the chairs	D．sit on the chairs

【推荐3】Trip to Italy for Spring 2019/Fall 2019 Transfer Students!

Don't miss your chance to explore one of the world's most distinctive countries where history, culture and cuisine combine for an unforgettable experience! View famous art, visit historic sites, discover unique neighborhoods and outdoor markets, and relax in an outdoor cafe.

The trip will consist of 3-4 days in Rome followed by bus transportation to Florence for 3-4 days. Additionally, a one-day trip to Sienna, Pisa or San Gimignano will be included. Topics to be covered during the trip include: Culture and Language, Art, Literature and History.

●What does the trip experience include?

Roundtrip airfare and ground transportation

Programmed activities

Total value of the program is more than$2, 800, but is offered to full-time Spring 2019/Fall 2019 transfers for only$550.

●Who is eligible(符合条件)for the trip?

All new transfer students who enter Arcadia in Spring 2019/Fall 2019 can participate in the program.

●Who will accompany transfer students?

Each group of 20 transfer students will travel abroad with one faculty(教员)and one staff member.

●Is this program restricted to students in specific majors?

The program is open to transfer students in all majors.

Contact Collene Hare at 215-572-2840 or transferarcadia.edu for more information.

1. Which of the following is what the students will do in Italy?

A．Go to Florence by air.	B．Stay in Rome most of the time.
C．Visit Sienna, Pisa and San Gimignano.	D．Go to Florence after their tour of Rome.

2. How will the students go to Italy?

A．By plane.	B．By ship.
C．By bus.	D．By train.

3. Whom is the program for?

A．All transfer students in Arcadia.	B．New transfer students in Arcadia.
C．Students of all majors in Arcadia.	D．Students and teachers in Arcadia.

【推荐1】Basketball fans around the world are mourning the death of American superstar Kobe Bryant.

Bryant was killed in a helicopter crash Sunday in California, along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven other people. He was 41 years old.

Bryant was an 18-time All-Star player. He won five NBA championships and two Olympic gold medals. He was widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during his 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers.

The helicopter carrying Bryant and the others crashed into a hilly area in foggy conditions outside Los Angeles. Bryant lived south of Los Angeles and often used helicopters to travel around the area to save time and avoid Southern California traffic.

The cause of the crash is under investigation. It took place about 32 kilometers from Bryant's Mamba Sports Academy, a basketball training center in Newbury Park, California. Bryant was on his way to attend a youth basketball competition on Sunday with his daughter. Bryant and his wife, Vanessa, had four daughters.

When he retired from the NBA in 2016, Bryant was the third-leading scorer in NBA history with 33,643 points. He is widely expected to be elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame this year.

The basketball world and the Los Angeles community reacted to Bryant’s death with an outpouring of sadness, disbelief and support.

In a statement, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said Bryant was one of the greatest stars in the game. But he added, He will be remembered most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a basketball and compete to the very best of their ability.

On Twitter, U.S. President Donald Trump noted the terrible news. He called Bryant one of the truly great basketball players of all time who was just getting started in life.

1. Where is the passage probably taken from?

A．A science report.	B．A biography.
C．A textbook.	D．A newspaper.

2. What Kobe Bryant impressed people in the world most was            .

A．his death	B．his achievements
C．his inspiration	D．his talent

3. The underlined words “under investigation” in Paragraph 5 mean______.

A．careful examination	B．evidence
C．discussion	D．argument

4. Which of the following is not true according to the passage?

A．Hearing the death of Kobe, fans around the world were very sad.

B．There were nine passengers on board, including one of his daughters.

C．Bryant was to attend a basketball competition with his daughter.

D．Bryant used the helicopter to save time and avoid the traffic jam on a fine day.

【推荐2】Growing up in Arizona’s rodeo (竞技) country, I was familiar with the events that come with traveling rodeos: bull riding, dressing and mutton busting. Mutton busting is like bull riding, but instead of bulls, they use sheep. And in place of the men, it’s children between six and ten years old who try to hang on for eight seconds.

It took me all of five minutes to say yes to the idea of riding a sheep. Being seven years old, my decision-making ability was pretty limited. I figured I could ride a sheep as well as the next kid. Little did I know that I was in for a world of pain and embarrassment.

My nerves were shaking the day of the rodeo. I hated being in front of crowds. I didn’t like getting dirty; I didn’t even like sheep, which I thought of as just dirty and smelly. Yet there I was, getting ready to ride one for eight seconds in front of hundreds of people. I wanted to run out of the field and hide in the hot car until it was over. But by the time this idea occurred to me, it was too late. I was lifted away from my mother by a rodeo trainer and placed onto a platform.

My feet went into the narrow pen (羊圈) first. I felt my shoes touch the dirty floor of the pen. Once I was balanced on the top of the sheep, the trainer let go and told me to lean forward. I did as he said. I could feel the animal’s heart beating faster than mine. I realized that the poor sheep was even more frightened than I was.

Then the gate opened, and I quickly discovered that my hold was too weak. Within three seconds I had fallen off the sheep, and found myself face-down on the sun-baked earth. The sheep thought this was its time to take revenge (复仇), and attacked me from behind. There I lay, hat down, covered in dirt, with tears streaming down my face. I looked behind me to see my mother running to comfort me. “Stand up and show them you’re okay,” she told me as she wiped the dirty tears from my face. I stood up, dirty and upset, waved my little hand, and walked out with my mother.

Sadly, I didn’t win anything, not even the respect of these rodeo animals. I did find a new admiration for those little balls of wool, though.

1. Which of the following is TRUE about “mutton busting”?

A．It is a dirty and terrible game.	B．Only strong adults can ride a sheep.
C．It is intended to pick the fastest sheep.	D．It’s a game for 6-to-10-year-old children.

2. The author decided to take part in the competition because ________.

A．it was part of growing up	B．he thought he could do well
C．mother made him do so	D．he found it very interesting

3. What is Paragraph 5 mainly about?

A．Why the author lost the competition.

B．Why a mother should comfort her child.

C．How the author failed in the sheep riding.

D．How the sheep hurt the author when it attacked.

4. We learn from the article that ________.

A．sheep riding is as difficult as bull riding

B．sheep riding is not popular because the pen is very dirty

C．the author wanted to give up before the competition

D．the author kept trying until he succeeded in riding a sheep

【推荐3】The Healthy Habits Survey shows that only about one third of American seniors have correct habits. Here are some findings and expert advice.

1. How many times did you brush your teeth yesterday? ●Finding:A full 33% of seniors brush their teeth only once a day. ●Step:Remove the 300 types of bacteria in your mouth each morning with a battery-operated toothbrush. Brush gently for 2 minutes, at least twice a day. 2. How many times did you wash your hands or bathe yesterday? ●Finding:Seniors, on average, bathe fewer than 3 days a week. And nearly 30% wash their hands only 4 times a day-- half of the number doctors recommend. ●Step:We touch our faces around 3,000 times a day -- often inviting germs (病菌) to enter our mouth, nose, and eyes. Use toilet paper to avoid touching the door handle. And, most important, wash your hands often with hot running water and soap for 20 seconds. 3. How often do you think about fighting germs? ●Finding:Seniors are not fighting germs as well as they should. ●Step:Be aware of germs. Do you know it is not your toilet but your kitchen sponge (海绵)that can carry more germs than anything else? To kill these germs, keep your sponge in the microwave for 10 seconds.

1. Which of the following is true according to the text?

A．There are less than 300 types of bacteria in the mouth.

B．We should keep from touching our faces.

C．We should wash our hands before touching a door handle.

D．A kitchen sponge can carry more germs than a toilet.

2. What is found out about American seniors?

A．Most of them have good habits.

B．About one third of them brush their teeth only once a day.

C．Nearly 30% of them bathe three days a week.

D．All of them are fighting germs better than expected.

3. Doctors suggest that people should wash their hands________.

A．twice a day.

B．three times a day.

C．four times a day.

D．eight times a day.

4. The text probably comes from   ________.

A．a guide book.

B．a book review.

C．a popular magazine.

D．an official document.