1 . If you're out for a run, what difference does it make if you're able to tough it out for another 50 seconds? If you're less than a minute from the top of the hill, that extra time can make the difference between having reached your goal and snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

How do you get those extra seconds of energy? A research team at the Texes Tech University developed a study to measure what effect listening to music would have on exercise tolerance. The researchers based the study on a stress testing. As part of the testing, they noted any changes in heart rate and blood pressure as participants underwent physically stressful exercise.

The tests were done on treadmills (跑步机), which increased in both speed and incline (坡度) through three stages. In the final stage, the treadmills moved at 10 miles per hour at a 14-percent grade. Most of these tests were designed to last up to 40 minutes. The average gym-goers lasted 30 minutes. For this study, they divided 127 participants into two groups. One listened to upbeat(快节奏) music, while the other group had earbuds in but did not listen to music.

The group that listened to music was able to outlast the non-music group by an average of 50.6 seconds. Again, being able to go an extra minute may seem like a no-brainer ,but “after 30 minutes, you feel like you are running up a mountain, so even being able to go 50 seconds longer means a lot," said the study's lead author, Waseem Shami, MD.

The study has confirmed something runners and gym-goers have suspected for years: Listening to music during workout can be beneficial to your endurance. "Our findings reinforce the idea that upbeat music can help you exercise longer and stick with a daily exercise routine," said Shami. When doctors are recommending exercise, they might suggest listening to music, too."

1. Why did Shami’s team conduct the research?

A．To test the effect of music on health.	B．To know the cause of failure in sports.
C．To improve runners' exercise tolerance.	D．To record the body change of participants

2. What did the researchers than about the Participants in the stress testing?

A．They ran much faster than average runners.	B．They created a new record of indoor sports.
C．They could run a little longer with music on.	D．They all enjoyed extreme physical challenge

3. What do the underlined words “a no-brainer” mean in paragraph 4?

A．A dull activity.	B．A foolish action.
C．A demanding task.	D．An easy practice

4. What did Shami suggest us doing in the last paragraph ?

A．Developing a daily exercise routine.	B．Listening to music while working out
C．Participating in physical stress testing.	D．Taking exercise as doctors recommend.

2 . Ten years ago, I drove a cab for a living. One night at 2 ^: 30 a. m. , when I arrived at a building to collect a passenger, it was _____ except for a single light in a ground floor window.

I walked to the door and knocked. “Just a minute", answered a weak, elderly voice. After a long ________, the door opened. A small woman in her 80's stood before me. By her side was a small suitcase. The apartment looked as if no one had lived in it for years. All the furniture was _____ with cloth. I took the suitcase to the cab, then returned to ______ the woman. She took my arm and we walked ______ toward the cab.

When we got in the cab, she gave me an address? and then asked, “Could you drive ____ downtown?" she said, m in no hurry. I'm on my way to a hospice(临终安养院). The doctor says I don't have very ______ I want to keep the city in mind.

For the next two hours, we drove through the city. She showed me the building where she had once____as an elevator operator. We drove through the____where she and her husband had lived.

As the first hint of sun was____from the horizon, we drove in silence to the address she had given me—a low building. “How much should I _____ you?" she asked? reaching into her purse. “Nothing," I said. She kept thanking me for my kindness. Almost without thinking, I bent and gave her a _____ and then walked into the dim morning light. Behind me, a door shut. It was the sound of the ______ of a life.

I didn't pick up any more passengers that shift. I drove _____, lost in thought.

What if that woman had gotten a(n)______ driver? On a quick review, I don't think that I have done anything more important in my life.

1.

A．dark

B．bright

C．modern

D．lively

2.

A．conversation

B．shout

C．argument

D．pause

3.

A．filled

B．covered

C．connected

D．provided

4.

A．convince

B．encourage

C．assist

D．remind

5.

A．firmly

B．slowly

C．quickly

D．gracefully

6.

A．through

B．over

C．for

D．with

7.

A．rich

B．ill

C．long

D．young

8.

A．worked

B．expressed

C．insisted

D．promoted

9.

A．office

B．square

C．community

D．shelter

10.

A．wandering

B．rising

C．setting

D．falling

11.

A．charge

B．save

C．credit

D．pay

12.

A．smile

B．hug

C．hand

D．greeting

13.

A．challenge

B．beginning

C．closing

D．decrease

14.

A．aimlessly

B．carefully

C．excitedly

D．proudly

15.

A．generous

B．enthusiastic

C．cautious

D．impatient

3 . Which of the following books should you read? It is based on your next travel destination.

As you're traveling around Amsterdam , read “The Fault in Our Stars

Previously adapted into a film in 2014 , John Green's story of star-crossed teenagers famously includes a trip to Amsterdam. The Anne Frank House and The Rijksmuseum are two of many major destinations mentioned in the book. Plus, the bench from the film adaptation of this novel has even become its own tourist spot.

“The Elegance of the Hedgehog” is excellent reading for a trip to Paris.

Before wandering down the Champs-lysees, open Muriel Barbery's novel for a delightful look into the lives of wealthy Parisians. Set in a French apartment building, the story follows two totally different people who discover they are kindred souls.

Bring “One Hundred Years of Solitude" to read in South America.

A significant work of literature, Gabriel Garcia Mdrquez’s classic follows generations of the Buendia family as they live in their South-American town. Garcia Marquez's descriptions make the book a perfect read for visiting some of the breathtaking sights of South America.

“Call Me by Your Name” should perhaps be read in the summertime , in Italy .

This novel is said to take place in the Northern-Italian seaside region of Liguria. And if you've seen the 2017 coming -of-age film adaptation of the book, you'll already know the story describes beautiful summers in Northern Italy, complete with seaside encounters and lush greenery.

If you're visiting New York City, enter the mind of Holden Caulfield.

“The Catcher in the Rye” is a classic tale of a lost teenager's unplanned trip to New York City. In the JD-Salinger novel, Holden visits a nightclub in the East Village, goes ice skating in Rockefeller Center , and takes his sister to the Central Park Zoo.

1. What will you learn if you read “The Elegance of the Hedgehog"?

A．Amsterdam Bench.	B．Parisians' life.
C．Italian Summer Sights.	D．Night clubs in New York.

2. Which books have been adapted into films?

A．The Fault in Our Stars & Call Me by Your Name.

B．The Elegance of the Hedgehog & One hundred Years of Solitude.

C．One hundred Years of Solitude & The Catcher in the Rye.

D．The Catcher in the Rye & Call Me by Your Name.

3. Which will attract you most if you're visiting New York City?

A．The Elegance of the Hedgehog.	B．One Hundred Years of Solitude.
C．The Catcher in the Rye.	D．Call Me by Your Name.

4 . Alice is a student who came to my class last year. Though she has already turned 60, Alice looks so fit and _______, with a bright smile and an enthusiastic attitude. I am Alice’s teacher in class, but I feel she is my teacher in life.

For my 2-hour class every Saturday morning, Alice has to take a 3-hour round-trip on the road. But she is never _______ for class. Alice is very passionate about learning English. She often says, “Don’t _______ me as a 60-year-old. I am just a new beginner who wants to learn anything _______. You know, I am very excited to come to the class!” So I feel a strong sense of _______ to make sure what I teach makes sense to her.

Alice came to me with very _______ English skills, but she turns out to be a very fast learner because she always puts English _______ on a daily basis. I _______ her homework before every class. Her homework is usually not what I _______ for the class, rather it is something that she ________ to put together. She makes various sentences using the important words and phrases she learned from our ________ class. I am always ________ by the quality of her work.

I feel fortunate to have a student like Alice. She has ________ me so much. Our ________ is a great learning experience for both of us. Though I have no idea why she learns English, I hope I can help her ________ her dream, whatever it is.

1.

A．strong

B．cheerful

C．generous

D．proud

2.

A．anxious

B．ready

C．late

D．meant

3.

A．treat

B．recognize

C．mistake

D．describe

4.

A．carefully

B．properly

C．literally

D．eagerly

5.

A．humor

B．achievement

C．responsibility

D．belonging

6.

A．special

B．basic

C．effective

D．complicated

7.

A．in place

B．in motion

C．in order

D．in use

8.

A．copy

B．check

C．mention

D．prepare

9.

A．adjusted

B．saved

C．assigned

D．collected

10.

A．volunteers

B．agrees

C．promises

D．hesitates

11.

A．lively

B．previous

C．typical

D．flexible

12.

A．encouraged

B．annoyed

C．confused

D．impressed

13.

A．taught

B．entertained

C．guaranteed

D．permitted

14.

A．appointment

B．arrangement

C．interaction

D．cooperation

15.

A．play safe with

B．try out for

C．let go of

D．get closer to

5 . When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Here are some British etiquette(礼仪) and customs international students ought to know.

Visiting

In most houses in Britain, the doors are usually kept closed. It is customary to visit people at a pre-arranged time and day. Usually, people are not comfortable if you just drop in. Nevertheless, if someone says to drop in at any time, feel free to do so as long as it is not in the middle of the night. When you go into someone's house, do take your hat off (men only). It is impolite for men to wear hats indoors especially in churches.

Greeting

In Britain, the handshake is a common form of greeting. When you meet people for the first time, it is normal to shake hands. A firm handshake is the norm(标准); there are no issues over gender in Britain. The usual formal greeting is ''How do you do? '' and a firm hand shake, but with a lighter touch between men and women. In Britain, unlike some other European countries, it is unusual to embrace or kiss the other person (unless they are family or a very close friend).

Gifts

During birthday and Christmas celebrations, it is common for the British to exchange gifts between family members and close friends. The gift doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should usually show an attempt to find something that is related to the recipient's(接受者) interests. When invited to someone's home, it is normal to take along a box of good chocolates, a bottle of good wine or a bunch of beautiful flowers. Note that gifts are opened when received.

Punctuality

The British are generally punctual(守时的), especially the scots. The British consider it impolite if you turn up late for an appointment. In most cases, the people you are meeting will be on time, call even if you will be 5 minutes later than you've promised. If you have been late or fail to keep your appointment, make an effort to contact the person to let them know. It is a good idea to telephone and offer your apologies.

1. What do the British men usually do when they meet for the first time?

A．Embrace or kiss each other.	B．shake hands firmly.
C．Bring an expensive gift.	D．Take off their hats immediately.

2. What present may the author recommend you if you attend a birthday party in Britain?

A．A book the receiver is interested in.	B．A pet that you think is cute.
C．A red envelope with some money.	D．A fantastic and expensive bike.

3. Which of the following may be considered not polite for visiting British people?

A．Visit them at a scheduled time.	B．Show up on time instead of arriving earlier.
C．Phone to tell them if one will be late.	D．Pay an unexpected visit to give them a surprise.

6 . 3rd Walk the Talk: The Health for All Challenge 2020

JOIN US VIRTUALLY

World Health Organization(WHO)is taking the 3rd Walk the Talk: The Health for All Challenge virtually this year. In the context of COVID-19, WHO, through several online platforms, will host exercise moments, information sessions, and live chats with experts on topics from physical and mental health to nutrition and healthy ageing.

While the first two editions attracted thousands of participants in Geneva, we hope to reach more people during the virtual edition. We look forward to working with the many partners who have supported the first two editions, including governments, civil society organizations, and scientific and academic bodies.

The event will also celebrate health and be a platform to promote the need for all people to have access to health services and for health champions to demonstrate how they are striving to promote and protect the health of people in their own way.

What is on offer?

The Virtual Walk the Talk will be held over 16-17 May 2020, people invited to join in from their homes wherever they are globally.

It will offer opportunities for people to participate in a variety of virtual, timed events yoga, exercise classes for all ages and abilities, meditation, walking in place(or in locations within the guidelines of your national authorities). The aim is to get people moving for their own health and that of others.

Purposes of the event

●To encourage healthy lifestyles, not only in the context of COVID-19, but as a long-term strategy for good health.

●To recognize the sacrifice of health workers caring for us in our whole life. 2020 has been designated as the Year of the Nurse and Midwife, and we are seeing the global importance of health workers in the current response to COVID-19.

1. What is special about the 3rd Walk the Talk compared to the first two editions?

A．It appeals to many participants.	B．It offers various events.
C．It is an online virtual event.	D．It promotes health services.

2. Who is the 3rd Walk the Talk intended for?

A．Health experts from WHO.	B．Governments fighting COVID-19.
C．Scientific medical organizations.	D．Ordinary people around the world.

3. What does the event aim to do apart from advocating a healthy lifestyle?

A．To collect more financial supports.

B．To give special recognition to health workers.

C．To set up an organization for the COVID-19 issue.

D．To encourage the sacrifice of health workers.

7 . My mother always told me, “You should explore your own country before stepping out into the world. ”However, it seems like a tough mission to travel all across its expansive surfaces. But luckily for me, Via Rail Canada offered youths between the ages of 18 and 25 the chance to ride the train across Canada for the month of July. The ticket was a bargain $150. My best friends Trevor, Joel and Jeremy and I immediately jumped at the opportunity and secured four tickets on the great Canadian railroad.

For a group of 20-year-olds, this was like the first flight of young birds from the nest. When we approached the train station in the morning, our 22-day adventure from Sudbury to Vancouver was to begin. Eyes baggy from lack of sleep, we jumped on board as if it was the train to Hogwarts in Harry Potter. Although the thought of three full days on those tracks covering close to 3, 000 kilometres crushed our spirits a little, what happened next caught us by surprise.

The three days on board turned into a summer camp on rails. At night, we would climb up the glass-domed train car, which gave us a scenic view of the starry night sky, untouched by the harmful light pollution. Before we knew it, the warm sun rays beating down on our faces woke us up for another day on the rails. To my surprise, a sea of golden grain fields dominated the landscape we were in the Canadian Prairies.

Another day slipped away and we set up for another night in the dome. And this time we were greeted by night sky painted by a fantastic thunderstorm. Lightning was striking at an incredible rate. The spectacular and memorable light show left everyone in the glass bubble in complete disbelief.

Arriving in the Rocky Mountains was one of the most surreal experiences of my life. Before the train adventure, if I could have skipped the travel and arrived at the destination, I would have. That is no longer true. I’ve learned that the journey can be more enjoyable than the destination.

1. What has made the author’s train adventure across Canada a reality?

A．The encouragement given by his mother.	B．The appeal of the scenic views in the country.
C．The discount ticket offered by Via Rail Canada.	D．His great courage to challenge a tough mission.

2. What can we infer about the young people from Paragraph 2 ?

A．They were excited about the coming train journey.

B．They left their parents for the first time in their life.

C．They never thought of having a train adventure.

D．They were hooked by the magic story of Harry Potter.

3. What does“the glass bubble”in the fourth paragraph refer to?

A．A brain in lack of imagination.	B．The glass-domed train car.
C．A summer camp on the train.	D．The sightseeing bus.

4. What did the author learn from the train adventure across Canada?

A．Opportunities are hard to get.	B．Enjoying a journey counts a lot.
C．Splendid scenery attracts young people.	D．The traveling experience is not real to him.

8 . When people think about British music, for the most part they think about the 60s or 70s with the likes of The Beatles and The Rolling Stones or more modern artists like Adele or Ed Sheeran. However, stuck between these two ages was, in my opinion, British music’s best period. The 90s were an optimistic time for Britain and indeed Europe, with the economy recovering from the lows of the 80s and the Cold War ending.

One of the defining features of 90s music was the birth of “Britpop”. This was a style of pop music that aimed to promote “Britishness” and commonly featured electric guitars, drums and male singers. Britpop was the style used by world-famous bands such as Oasis, Blur, Pulp and Suede who became known as “The Big Four”. The summer of 1995 was dominated by the “Battle of Britpop” which was between Blur and Oasis for the number one spot. Eventually, Blur won the battle and Oasis settled for second.

However, the 90s weren’t only for the boys, with major female groups also finding fame, the most well-known of which were “the Spice Girls” who were extremely popular in Britain and around the world. Once again they promoted “Britishness” and had catchy melodies and lyrics, but they also started the “Girl Power” movement which helped empower girls and women worldwide. It isn’t too far to assume that without their music, many female singers and artists who we love today would not have had the confidence to pursue their dream.

British music may have had many great times, however the 90s are often overlooked. Although I was not alive to enjoy the music properly, the 90s had a huge impact on British culture that can be felt today and I feel that the decade should get the recognition it deserves!

1. What can we infer from the first paragraph?

A．The Cold War came to an end in the 80s.

B．Britain’s economy began to pick up in the 90s.

C．The Beatles represented the best British music.

D．Adele is better than Ed Sheeran in modern music.

2. What is Paragraph 2 mainly about?

A．Britpop.	B．Britishness.
C．The Big Four.	D．Battle of Britpop.

3. What’s the most important influence of “the Spice Girls” according to the text?

A．Promoting “Britishness”.	B．Empowering girls and women.
C．Creating catchy melodies.	D．Finding fame for female groups.

4. The writer thinks the impact of the 90s music on British culture is ________.

A．underestimated	B．well-recognized
C．fairly evaluated	D．reasonably doubted

9 . It would be nice if eating a particular food could magically protect you against all the boring illnesses. It’s not that simple, of course. Hand washing remains your best defense against picking up illnesses, and sleep is a strong defense too. But what you eat does play an important part. Though it isn’t because of just one or two foods, what you eat in your daily diet have an effect on how weak or strong your immunity(免疫力)is.

We’d better eat fruits and vegetables every day. They contain key vitamins needed in the immune system. For example, Vitamin C and Ain foods help immune system work well to keep us healthy. Remember that eating the actual fruit or veggie is better than eating single-vitamin supplements(补品).

Getting too little protein(蛋白质) can weaken your immune system. Protein-rich foods supply the amino acids(氨基酸)you need to build important proteins in the body. Animal foods like beef and pork also contain zinc(锌), which your body uses to make t-cells.

Fermented foods are foods that are naturally protected by bacteria(细菌), and they’re good for the micro biome(微生物).That’s the name for the bacteria that live in your stomach, where a lot of cells in immunity actually live. Fermented foods like yogurt help beneficial bacteria develop fast in the stomach, leaving less room for harmful bacteria.

1. What does paragraph 1 mainly tell us?

A．Hand washing is necessary.	B．Illnesses make people bored.
C．Immunity has much to do with your diet.	D．More sleep does good to health.

2. Why does the writer suggest we eat fruits and vegetables every day?

A．They are rich in vitamins we need.

B．Vitamin A is helpful for immunity.

C．Fruits supply our body with Vitamin C only.

D．Eating single-vitamin foods does little good.

3. What can we infer from paragraph 3?

A．Amino acids can help to make t-cells.

B．Healthy body needs plenty of protein.

C．The immune system can be hurt easily.

D．We should eat animal foods as many as possible.

4. What is the main idea of the text?

A．Different foods have different uses.

B．Fruits and vegetables keep us healthy.

C．Many illnesses do harm to the immunity.

D．Proper daily diet protects our immune system.

10 . Bill Bowerman was a track coach. He wanted to help athletes run faster. So he had learnt how to make running shoes. He had also started a shoe company with a friend. It was 1971.Running shoes at the time were heavy. They had spikes(鞋钉)on the sole(鞋底). The spikes tore up the track and slowed down runners.

To make a lighter shoe, Bill tried the skins of fish. To make a better sole, he wanted to replace the spikes. Bill dug through his wife Barbara's jewelry box. He hoped to find a piece of jewelry with an interesting pattern. He would then copy the pattern onto the new soles. Nothing worked. Bill was defeated.

Then, one Sunday morning, Barbara made Bill waffles(华夫饼)for breakfast. Bill watched her cook.

He studied the criss-cross pattern on a waffle iron.

Inspiration struck. The pattern on the waffle iron was just what Bill was looking for. The squares were flatter and wider than sharp spikes. The pattern would help the shoes hold any surface without tearing into it.

When Barbara left the house, Bill ran to his lab. He took the liquid chemicals that, when mixed, would harden into the sole of a shoe. He poured the mixture into the waffle iron---and the Waffle Trainer was born.

Bill’s company put the Waffle Trainer on market in 1974.It was a huge hit. Maybe you’ve heard of that company---it’s called Nike. And today it’s worth around $100 billion.

It was the waffle iron that had changed the course of Bill’s life---and helped turn Nike into a well-known name. Today, the waffle iron is kept at Nike headquarters. It serves as a reminder that if we keep trying, we can find a solution to even the most difficult problems. And those solutions can come from unlikely places, even the breakfast table.

1. What shortcomings did the old-style running shoes have?

A．They were hard to wear.	B．They were too large.
C．They were impractical.	D．They were easy to break.

2. Where did Bill get the inspiration to invent the famous Waffle Trainer?

A．From the skins of the fish.	B．From his wife’s jewelry.
C．From the colour of the iron.	D．From his wife’s cooking tools.

3. What can we learn from Bill’s success?

A．A cheerful wife is the joy of life.

B．Two heads are better than one.

C．Where there’s a will, there’s a way.

D．A bad workman quarrels with his tools.

4. What can be a suitable title for the text?

A．Waffles and Nike	B．Inspiration and Invention
C．A Great Inventor	D．A Well-Known Company