“Chinese medical teams are spreading warmth and love in Africa. I hope one day I can help others like them,” said Appiah Priscilla, an international student from Africa. She said this after learning about the great work of Chinese medical teams.
The first Chinese medical team was set up in 1962 and sent to Africa the next year. Since then, China has sent over 23 thousand team members to over 45 African countries, treating over 240 million patients. Today, Chinese medical teams are in many parts of Africa. They’re trying hard to save lives and help Africans keep healthy.
Their work is hard but meaningful. The working conditions are poor. For example, during operations, the power sometimes may go out, but the members don’t give up working. They take out their smartphones and turn on the flashlights (手电筒) to make sure the operations go on. Many places are short of doctors and nurses. Chinese medical teams not only save patients’ lives but also help train doctors and nurses. Africans are so thankful to the medical team members that they call the members “angels (天使) in white”.
With its 62-year non-stop medical help to Africa, China has helped ameliorate the health and happiness of Africans. As China and Africa work hard to build a community with a shared future, Chinese medical teams play an important role in making it.
1. When was the first Chinese medical team sent to Africa?| A．In 1961. | B．In 1962. | C．In 1963. | D．In 1964. |
| A．They teach people to read and write. | B．They help train doctors and nurses. |
| C．They set up schools and universities. | D．They make smartphones and flashlights. |
| A．Protect. | B．Achieve. | C．Examine. | D．Improve. |
| A．Chinese Angels in Africa | B．How to Spread Warmth and Love |
| C．The Friendship between Countries | D．The Medical Conditions in Africa |
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【推荐1】Garbage sorting (垃圾分类) began on July 1, 2019. However, I live in my building with the other 238 families and we live with a similar system (系统) for years. Here, I’d like to talk about our experiences.
In October 2016, the government (政府) chose our neighborhood to be part of a pilot (试点的) program for garbage sorting. To help the program run successfully, we set up a volunteer team. I am one of the volunteers. However, several of us didn’t know if we could lead people in the building to change their habits.
We began with the usual ways. We handed out notices around the neighborhood. We also went door to door to tell people how to sort garbage. However, they made many mistakes. For example, many didn’t know wet rubbish meant food waste. Instead, they thought it meant rubbish that was wet. Some even refused to sort their garbage.
As a result, we volunteers had to do lots of sorting ourselves. At the same time, we went around explaining the rules. We kept talking to those people who refused to sort their garbage. We let them know we could help to sort garbage for them. It was a matter of time and patience. We believed they would finally change their mind.
Six months later, we were successful in changing people’s mind. People in my building began sorting their garbage. Some even joined us to help us.
I think face-to-face talks played an important role. Sometimes, these talks led to conflicts, but they were much more effective (有效的) than handing out notices. It was interesting to see what happened. I hope everyone knows garbage sorting is good for them.
1. The writer’s neighborhood started its garbage-sorting program ________.| A．in April, 2017 | B．on July 1, 2019 | C．on October 8, 2018 | D．in October, 2016 |
| A．They put an ad on TV. | B．They had face-to-face talks with people. |
| C．They had some performances. | D．They invited the people to a party. |
| A．For about 183 days. | B．For about 6 weeks. | C．For about 7 months. | D．For 3 years. |
| A．People in the writer’s neighborhood develop the garbage-sorting habits easily. |
| B．The volunteers made many mistakes when telling people how to sort garbage. |
| C．The writer thinks giving out notices is less effective than talking with people. |
| D．The government made the plan of garbage sorting because of the dirty neighborhood. |
| A．A pilot program | B．How to change people’s mind |
| C．The difficulties of garbage sorting | D．Experiences of garbage sorting |
【推荐2】In life, many people are always ready to help others and they ask for nothing in return. We call those people volunteers. But why do they do that? Read on.
Volunteering is good for your resume. Your experience of being a volunteer gives the interviewer（面试官）a clearer picture of who you are. Many people agree that volunteer experience is an important reason for giving someone a job.
By volunteering, you encourage others to make good changes. Serving food at a food bank and working with teenagers in an after-school activity are also great examples to make others love volunteering.
Meeting people who have similar interests and ideas becomes easy. The way someone chooses to spend his or her free time shows the person’s values（价值观）. Sharing the same values while helping others is a great way to make new friends.
“Doing good” is important. Every day we may watch or hear sad news and stories. However, volunteering is a good way to make the world a better place. Even a simple thing can make a difference. If we all join together, those simple things can add up to a big change!
Volunteering is never difficult. There is always a group for you. Just find the right group to join!
1. The underlined word “resume” means “________” in Chinese.| A．态度 | B．笔记 | C．表演 | D．简历 |
| A．listen to other volunteers’ bad news and stories |
| B．ask other volunteers to make good changes every day |
| C．meet some volunteers with the same values as you |
| D．make other volunteers have more new friends in a short time |
| A．①/②③④⑤/⑥ | B．①②/③④/⑤⑥ |
| C．①/②③④/⑤⑥ | D．①②③/④⑤/⑥ |
| A．Where to Volunteer | B．Why People Volunteer |
| C．Popular Volunteer Jobs | D．How People Volunteer |
On the day of the interview, I got up at 6:00 in the morning. I got to the interview place without having breakfast. I was the 16th interviewee(应聘者) and the 12th was a short ordinary-looking girl. I nodded to her.
I didn’t expect the interview would last so long.
After a while, a worker came in and handed me a bottle of milk and a piece of bread.
Luckily, I got the job. The first day I went to work, I was surprised to see the girl there. She also got the job. Later I asked her why she got the job. She said with a smile, “That day when I bought you the food, an interviewer went to the toilet with papers in hands.
| A．As I didn’t have breakfast, my stomachache came to me. |
| B．It was certain that they were bought by the girl. |
| C．Helping others will benefit yourself as well. |
| D．I asked her where she graduated. |
| E．He asked me if I could help him to copy those papers. |
Each year there are at least five million people around the world who develop serious（流感） and almost half a million deaths. When someone we know gets the flu virus （病毒）, we expect them to be very careful not to pass it on to others. Doctors and nurses working with flu patients also need to protect themselves from the virus. But what is the best way to do this? This is the question that Professor Jonathan Van-Tam is trying to answer. He wants to find out how flu is transmitted （传播）, so that he can stop doctors and nurses getting sick.
Since 2008 Van-Tam has been in charge of an Intentional group studying how the flu virus travels. For the first time, 41 volunteers agreed to live together. They lived in a clinic（诊所）in Cambridgeshire for two weeks, where they came into contact with the flu virus.
Van-Tam explains their methods. "Everyone lives together in the small space for four days. Some wear face masks, and wash hands every 15 minutes, but some have no protection. "
In his way we can study who catches the flu and which ways of transmitting flu are important.
The experiment （试验） is not simple. At the moment the team are working on three studies.
Van-Tam believes that if this type of study works well the results will help decide what protection people need working in hospital with flu patients around the world. And perhaps it could decline the number of deaths from flu each year.
1. From the first paragraph, we know that ________.| A．at least five million people develop serious flu every year all over the world |
| B．about a million people die of flu in one year in the world |
| C．it is impossible for the people who catch the flu to pass the virus on to others |
| D．doctors and nurses have found the best way to protect themselves from the virus |
| A．Because he has been in charge of an international group. |
| B．Because he wants them to come into contact with the flu virus. |
| C．Because he wants to find out how flu is transmitted. |
| D．Because he can protect them. |
| A．Have no sleep. | B．Wear glasses. | C．Have no break. | D．Wear face masks. |
| A．增加 | B．降落 |
| C．控制 | D．减少 |
| A．Professor Van-Tam wants his study to help reduce the possibility of catching flu |
| B．all the volunteers didn't have contact with the flu virus |
| C．the group led by Van-Tam only did one study |
| D．the studies have already been finished |
【推荐2】Zhong Nanshan is a Chinese epidemiologist（流行病学专家）. He was the president of Chinese Medical Association（中华医学会）from 2005 to 2009.
Zhong became internationally famous for dealing with the SARS outbreak（爆发）in 2003. He was voted（投票选举）one of China’s top 10 scientists in 2010. During the 2019-2020 coronavirus（冠状病毒）outbreak, he became a leading advisor（顾问）in managing the crisis（危机）.
Zhong was born in October 1936 in Nanjing, Jiangsu. Zhong was educated at Beijing Medical University. In 1980s, he received new training at St Bartholomew’s Hospital in London and University of Edinburgh Medical School between 1979 and 1981. He graduated from University of Edinburgh Medical School where he got a medical doctor degree in 1981. Now he is the director of Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Diseases（广州呼吸疾病研究所）.
Zhong was a good college athlete（运动员）in the 1950s. The Beijing City Track and Field Team wanted to ask him to be a full-time athlete, but he had decided to become a doctor.
Although he is at a high age, he works long hours every day. He says that there is much to know about the novel coronavirus（新型冠状病毒）. “We must be confident to win the war against the new disease. Please give our scientists some time. Don’t panic. Wash your hands often. Staying at home is the best way to protect yourself.” he said.
1. Zhong Nanshan was chosen as one of the 10 best scientists in____________.| A．2003 | B．2005 | C．2010 | D．2019 |
| A．Beijing Medical University | B．St Bartholomew’s Hospital |
| C．University of Edinburgh Medical School | D．Guangzhou Institute of Respiratory Diseases |
| A．Because he did well in sports. | B．Because he wanted to be a scientist. |
| C．Because he studied very well. | D．Because he dreamed to be a doctor. |
| A．Working long hours. | B．Running every day. |
| C．Giving the scientists several days. | D．Staying at home. |
| A．Great achievement of a doctor | B．Life story of Zhong Nanshan |
| C．Outbreak of the novel coronavirus | D．Keeping away from the novel coronavirus |
【推荐3】“China is always well protected by the bravest of them.”former US secretary of state Henry Kissinger once wrote. Indeed, in the fight against the novel coronavirus, it is medical workers who are risking their lives on the frontlines of the epidemic(疫情).
From February 17, more than 32,000 doctors and nurses from all over China have been sent to Hubei, the center of the epidemic.They are working under unusual conditions, unimaginable stress and intensive(高强度的) schedules.
In hospitals, doctors and nurses work for long hours, usually six hours in a row. Many of them have deep marks on their faces from wearing masks and goggles(护目镜). They also choose to wear diapers(纸尿裤), as it takes nearly an hour to take their protective uniforms on and off. When they are racing time to save lives, every second matters.
To cheer each other up, medical workers wrote inspiring words on their uniforms, such as “Stay Strong” and “Hope”. They strongly believe that they will win the fight against the virus.
These medical workers are just common people. But with their white coats on, they become the bravest fighters.
1. In the passage, the underlined word “them” probably refers to _______.| A．Some soldiers. | B．Masks and goggles. |
| C．Medical workers. | D．Protective uniforms. |
| A．they are racing time to save lives | B．they don’t take enough underwear |
| C．they are in poor healthy conditions | D．they’d like to try something different |
| A．To be cool. | B．To protect themselves from the virus. |
| C．To have a long memory. | D．To support and encourage each other. |
| A．are kind and patient | B．are the bravest fighters |
| C．live a relaxing life every day | D．have good working conditions |
| A．Travel. | B．News. |
| C．Sports. | D．Lifestyle. |
【推荐1】Do you pay with paper money, credit(信用的) card, or your phone when you go sopping? People in China may pay with WeChat on the phones. We seldom use paper money.
While WeChat Pay is now a part of life in our country, this way of paying also appears in other countries. A lot of foreign companies and traders have to accept it. According to Xinhua News, about 13 foreign countries have WeChat Pay services for Chinese travelers.
Is it good or bad to use WeChat Pay? Will people no longer use paper money in the future? Some discussions appear on the Internet.
“I don’t think so. Nearly half of Chinese people live in the countryside. People there can’t enjoy it without good Internet service. And most old people like to use paper money.” said Winnie.
“WeChat Pay is convenient and safe. We needn’t tell if the money is real or fake. But paper money is just the opposite. We should encourage people to use WeChat Pay more.” said a wise man.
“For a long time, people will use different payment ways,” said Sunshine. “Traders should allow people to choose the ways they like to pay.”
Will paper money disappear in the future? What’s your ideas about it?
1. When we pay with WeChat, we need to use our ________.| A．phones | B．paper money | C．credit cards | D．wallet |
| A．it was not safe if people don’t use paper money | B．WeChat Pay was convenient and safe |
| C．people would use paper money in the future | D．old people like to use paper money more |
| A．only Chinese people use WeChat Pay |
| B．people use WeChat Pay more than paper money in the world. |
| C．Paper Money will surely disappear in the future. |
| D．Chinese travellers can use WeChat Pay in about 13 foreign countries. |
【推荐2】Mona Island is an amazing place to take a vacation. Some of the animals living there can’t be found anywhere else in the world. There are beautiful beaches and caves to explore. The sea around the island has colorful fishes.
Why Is Mona Island Unusual?
Mona Island is very small. The government of Puerto Rico takes care of the island and has made it a natural reserve. That means the island’s animals and plants are protected from being harmed by people. Mona Island is different from most places because people are not allowed to live there. Only a few park rangers are able to stay.
The park rangers’ job is to keep Mona Island safe and beautiful. They insist that rules be followed. One rule is that only 100 people at a time can visit the island. That way, the park rangers can make sure the land and animals remain safe.
What Is There to See on Mona Island?
One thing that most people enjoy is getting to see the Mona Island iguana. This type of reptile (爬行动物) lives only on Mona Island. Almost 2,000 of these iguanas live on Mona Island.
People also come to the island to get a close-up view of many kinds of fish and other sea life. They can swim far below the surface. They use special equipment to be able to breathe underwater. The water is almost transparent. Through the clear water, divers can see the bright colors of the fish.
Visitors can also explore caves. Some of the caves even have paintings and drawings on the walls. This artwork was made by the Arawak and Taíno Indians who lived on the island hundreds of years ago.
After a full day of fun activities, visitors can settle in, listen to the night sounds, and view the stars in the huge sky. Because the island is far away from other places, it is surrounded by darkness, and the stars are easier to see. Visitors say that watching the stars is amazing. It’s the perfect end to a perfect day.
1. What do park rangers on Mona Island do?| A．Offer some help to visitors. | B．Drive a boat between Puerto Rico and Mona Island. |
| C．Feed animals on Mona Island. | D．Protect the land and animals. |
| A．so clear that you can see through | B．too bright to be seen |
| C．too deep to be reached | D．so difficult that you can’t finish |
| A．On the beaches. | B．In a museum. | C．In the caves. | D．On the wall of the hotel. |
| A．Because Mona Island is very small. |
| B．Because Mona Island is amazing. |
| C．Because visitors can settle in after a full day on Mona Island. |
| D．Because Mona Island is far from other places and darkness is all around it. |
| A．To explain why animals live on the island. |
| B．To show readers where the island is located. |
| C．To tell about a place that some people might enjoy. |
| D．To give facts about people who work on the island. |
【推荐3】Tibet is in the southwest of China and covers more than 1.2 million square kilometres of land. It equals to one-eighth of China’s total land area. Tibet is home to many natural wonders such as valleys, mountains, lakes and even deserts. Tibet’s vast landscape makes it perfect for travelling and setting for one of life’s most memorable cycling journeys. This wonderful and challenging bike tour starts from Tibet’s capital, Lhasa. Because Lhasa is 3,650metres above the sea level, it is important to spend a few days getting used to the thin air at this height. If you do not get prepared, it can hurt your head and make some people sick. Once you have visited the famous Potala Palace and packed lots of water and food for the trip, you will be ready to start cycling. The tour leaders will help you to get your bike and anything else you may need to camping so that you are completely prepared for your trip. The cycling route will take you past rivers, giant open grasslands and high mountains, including the world-famous Mount Qomolangma (珠穆朗玛峰). The trip ends as the road drops 4,000 metres into the neighbouring country of Nepal.
The trip is not for the weak. Even those with a very high fitness level will struggle with many of the mountainous climbs. However, those who take up the challenge will have a great sense of achievement and will have seen some of the most beautiful views and sunrises in the world. When people have completed this difficult journey, they often have hundreds of amazing photos of the wonderful places they have seen.
1. Tibet is ________ of China’s total land area.| A．one-third | B．one-eighth | C．two-ninths | D．two-thirds |
| A．because of the people | B．because of the Potala Palace |
| C．because the capital, Lhasa is so beautiful | D．because of its landscape |
| A．you will fall over | B．you will not be able to cycle | C．you will get a bad headache | D．you will get a bad stomachache |
| A．It is one of life’s most memorable cycling journeys. | B．It is a challenge even to those with a very high fitness level. |
| C．Those who take the challenge will have a great sense of achievement and will have seen some of the most beautiful scenery. | D．All the above. |
| A．a terrible headache | B．a broken bike | C．hundreds of amazing photos | D．a lot of new friends |
