1 . Recently, there is a view on the Internet that “the rise of pig price will lead to the rise of other food prices, thus leading to a substantial rise in overall prices”. It should be said that this judgment is not scientific. We should objectively understand the position of pork price in the overall price and its possible linkage effect.
At present, the main problem faced by the pork price is the lack of pork production capacity, which has nothing to do with inflation and will not lead to inflation. The rise of pork price only affects the upstream and downstream of pig industry and other related products such as meat, but has limited impact on the overall price. At present, China's agricultural product supply is sufficient; the production capacity of consumer goods is constantly improving; the service supply is more diversified, and the monetary policy remains stable, which provides a solid foundation for the stable operation of prices.
Keeping prices, especially the prices of important people's livelihood commodities, basically stable is related to the basic life of the people. In the face of rising pork prices, the state's policy of ensuring supply and stabilizing prices continues to increase. From choosing the right opportunity to put frozen meat reserve to starting the price subsidy mechanism, from rectifying the improper restriction and prohibition measures to protecting the land for pig farms, from special financial support to financial insurance escort, all departments are taking measures. With the gradual effectiveness of the measures, the price of pork will be stable in the future. It is worth noting that the data of the Ministry of Commerce on September 10th shows that the increase of pork wholesale price has fallen back from the previous week (from September 2nd to 8th).
1. From the first paragraph of the article, what’s the correct point of view we can get?| A．The rise of pig price will lead to the rise of other food prices, which will lead to the sharp rise of overall prices. |
| B．The rise of pig price will lead to the decrease of other food prices, which will lead to the sharp decline of overall price. |
| C．People should objectively understand the position of pork price in the overall price and its possible linkage effect. |
| D．It is not important to understand the position of pork price in the overall price and the linkage effect it can produce. |
| A．The reason for the rise of pork price is related to inflation. |
| B．The reason for the rise of pork price is related to the death of pigs. |
| C．The reason for the rise of pork price is related to market demand. |
| D．The reason for the rise of pork price is related to the lack of pork production capacity. |
| A．The price of pork will keep rising. | B．The price of pork will probably be stable. |
| C．The price of pork will not be stable. | D．The price of pork will never be stable. |
| A．The Price of Pork Is Rising. |
| B．What will People Do in the Face of Rising Pork Prices? |
| C．The Impact of Rising Pork Prices. |
| D．The Impact of Rising Pork Prices on People. |
2 . Jane Jie Sun, CEO of Trip.com Group, Asia’s largest online travel agency, connects people with the best
While
“Many discussions I had at UF still influence(影响) my style of leadership today.
“I try to put myself in other people’s shoes,” says Sun. “In a global market, you have to have a very good understanding of different people and
Now as a mother of two daughters, she shoulders the
“Some people ask me why I work so hard, but I feel that mothers are the best role
| A．universities | B．firms | C．destinations | D．agencies |
| A．bridge | B．separate | C．surround | D．track |
| A．representing | B．guiding | C．exploring | D．attending |
| A．finally | B．currently | C．especially | D．typically |
| A．Instead of | B．As well as | C．In comparison with | D．In addition to |
| A．most | B．fullest | C．busiest | D．earliest |
| A．Therefore | B．However | C．Besides | D．Moreover |
| A．At ease | B．By chance | C．In particular | D．In general |
| A．denying | B．praising | C．hearing | D．accepting |
| A．lecture | B．culture | C．outcome | D．issue |
| A．preserve | B．respect | C．develop | D．create |
| A．credit | B．blame | C．responsibility | D．failure |
| A．models | B．performers | C．supporters | D．participants |
| A．expose | B．adapt | C．challenge | D．award |
| A．foreigner | B．traveler | C．leader | D．mother |
3 . Jagadish Chandra Bose was born in Bikrampur (now in present-day Bangladesh) on November 30, 1858. His father believed that it was important for him to get a good education in his native language, which is Bengali, before being sent to an English-medium school. Thus, Bose received his early education completely in Bengali. He then attended St. Xavier’s School and later college, at Calcutta, where his interest in science was developed. He graduated from University of Calcutta in 1879.
Bose wanted to take the Indian Civil Service (文官) exams but his father insisted that he should take up a more academic pursuit (学术追求). Thus he went to study medicine at the University of London, England but could not complete his studies because of his ill health. He went on to study Natural Science at Christ's College, Cambridge.
He returned to India in 1885 and began teaching physics at Presidency College. His salary (工资), however, was half of what English professors earned at the time so he refused to accept his salary for three years until the administration gave in and gave him his previous salary as well. Another way in which he was discriminated (歧视) against was being asked to do unnecessary, unimportant work and not being provided with proper research facilities and support such as equipment for conducting experiments. Bose often had to buy equipment with his own money and conducted experiments late into the night after he had finished his tough daily tasks.
Though in the face of those challenges, he made great contributions in the study of plant nervous systems. He successfully showed that plants and animals have similar responses to stimuli in London on May 10, 1901. His discovery was extremely significant but was laughed at by many of his colleagues at first. However, his contributions are now widely accepted throughout the world. Bose's another great achievement is research into wireless technology and short radio waves. IEEE named him one of the fathers of radio science.
Bose published various journals and books, and founded the Bose Institute in 1917 for research in various fields such as physics, chemistry and microbiology. He received numerous honors. He died on November 23, 1937.
1. What can we learn about Bose’s early schooling?| A．It was conducted in Bengali. |
| B．It went against his father’s will. |
| C．It turned out challenging for Bose. |
| D．It was started at St. Xavier’s School. |
| A．To find a job. |
| B．To see a doctor. |
| C．To learn English. |
| D．To continue his education. |
| A．Cultural shock. |
| B．Unfair treatment. |
| C．Poor mental health. |
| D．Lack of family support. |
| A．His approaches to teaching physics. |
| B．His fight against racial discrimination. |
| C．His contributions to Western medicine. |
| D．His research into plant nervous systems. |
4 . At the end of a math lesson that Diane Moon taught virtually ( 虚拟地) earlier this month to her students, the middle school teacher in Illinois had star-shaped stickers covering her face.
It was all part of an effort by Moon and other teachers across the country to keep their students engaged ( 参 与) while virtual learning continues as the COVID-19 pandemic worsens in the United States.
“It's been really difficult,” Moon said of trying to teach her students through computer screens. “Sometimes I feel like I'm just talking to myself and it's just slower because I have to wait for students to respond.”
Moon said she had no hesitation to have a try when a colleague ( 同事) showed her a video in which a teacher put a sticker on her face each time a new student spoke out during class.
“I put some competition into it because I made it a battle between my three classes,” she said. “I told them that every time someone new takes part, I would put a new sticker on and we'll see which class has the most.”
Moon said she heard from students who had not spoken out all term, and saw her students come together and encourage each other to speak up, saying things like, “It's OK if the answer is wrong.”
Inspired by the success, Moon took a video of her face covered in stickers and shared it on the Internet, where it went viral (疯传).
In response to Moon's post, a fifth-grade teacher, Isa, later shared that she was using pipe cleaners in her hair to encourage students to turn on their cameras and speak up in class. She said, “The stickers started to irritate (刺激) our skin, so we moved on to pipe cleaners in our hair! Huge hit! We recommend it!”
“It shows that we're all doing all we can to engage students,” said Moon.
1. What made Moon put stickers on her face?| A．A teaching failure. |
| B．The competition for attention. |
| C．The desire to engage students. |
| D．A challenge from her colleagues. |
| A．They loved it. |
| B．They doubted it. |
| C．They were curious about it. |
| D．They showed little interest in it. |
| A．Her students disliked stickers. |
| B．She didn't have enough stickers. |
| C．It was cheaper to use pipe cleaners. |
| D．Stickers made her skin uncomfortable. |
| A．To support virtual learning. |
| B．To praise teachers' creativity. |
| C．To recommend a teaching aid. |
| D．To encourage students to learn. |
5 . Debbie Parker Solo Recent Work at Latrobe Artspace
Talented and award-winning artist Debbie Parker is excited to be one of the first artists exhibit in the ALL NEW Latrobe Artspace in October!
This exhibition features paintings inspired by Debbie’s leisurely walks in Mount Coot-Tha National Park. Each painting offers a different way of looking at a familiar Australian landscape.
Debbie never gets tired of developing new ideas from the pictures she takes of the local area and the result is a collection of expressive paintings celebrating the unique Australian landscape and local birds and flowers.
With over 25 years of experience as an artist. Debbie developed her expressionist style in the early 1990s. Since then, she has competed and exhibited around Australia. She has also completed workshops with well-known artists in Queensland. Her work has been recognized in national and local competitions.
Usually, Debbie would have been exhibiting in competitions around Australia throughout this year but COVID-19 has set new challenges for artists.
However, Debbie is looking ahead and can’t wait to meet you at her latest exhibition! She will be on-site from 6th to 11th October 2020 Tuesday to Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday 10 am to 3 pm at the ALL NEW Latrobe Artspace. 134 Latrobe Terrace, Paddington Queensland 4064.
As we spend more time in our homes, consider buying a unique, affordable piece of art. Debbie’s unique drawing skills are sure to remain a talking point in your home for many years to come!
Got a question? Email Debbie on Debbie parker@bigpond.com or contact 040351 1268 to learn more about her artwork.
1. The exhibits are about _____.| A．Australian landscape | B．The relaxed life of locals |
| C．Unique Australian animals | D．Familiar items for daily use |
| A．She has won some international prizes. |
| B．She holds a private exhibition each year. |
| C．She earns national awards through her work. |
| D．She has run workshops in Queensland herself. |
| A．The exhibition lasts 7 hours each day. |
| B．They can meet some other artists there. |
| C．The exhibition takes place in Queensland. |
| D．Debbie and other artists’ artworks are for sale. |
6 . From learning about protecting wild animals and natural habitats to reading about the effects of recycling, books are perfect for showing people how to get involved. Here are four of such books.
Thank You, Earth
The author of this book, April Pulley Sayre, has authored many award -winning books, and this one is truly special. It’s written in a letter format (设计), thanking the earth for so many great natural moments and phenomena. You’ll find beautiful pictures in this book.
Save the Bees
Bethany Stahl has a whole series of “Save the ..” books, and they all have great lessons for readers. The illustrations are fun and colorful perfect for animal lovers who want to learn how to make a difference. On her website, she even has links to free books, which are a great resource for parents or teachers.
The Earth Book
Todd Parr has always done a lovely job. His distinct style shines through this book, giving readers real ideas they can try in their everyday life. It’s a good book for even the youngest environmentalists and perfect for families to read together.
Tall Tall Tree
Describing the wildlife that lives in Northern California’s redwood forests, it turns story time into a counting lesson as readers count all the creatures in the forests. Readers will also love reciting Tony Frederick’s playful rhyme all on their own and learning about the animals of the forest.
1. What makes the book Thank You, Earth different from others?| A．Its writing style. | B．Its special theme. |
| C．Its beautiful cover. | D．Its colorful illustrations. |
| A．Todd Parr’s. | B．Bethany Stahl’s. |
| C．Tony Frederick’s. | D．April Pulley Sayre’s. |
| A．Thank You, Earth. | B．Save the Bees. |
| C．The Earth Book. | D．Tall Tall Tree. |
7 . What is the most fun you can have in 21 hours and 23 minutes? On 15 October, 2003, Yang Liwei answered this question. His voyage in space took him 600, 000 kilometres in orbit, around the Earth 14 times, in just over 21 hours. It made him China’s first astronaut in space. He had worked towards this achievement for many years.
Born in 1965, Yang had wanted to fly since he was a young boy. His friends and teachers from Suizhong in north-east of Liaoning Province have all said that he loved science and technology from a young age. He always had a strong desire to learn how to fly. His dream was encouraged by his parents as well as his older sister and younger brother.
In 1983, he joined the army, and went to flight school. He graduated in 1987 and became a pilot. In 1998, he applied to be a member of Project 921, which is now called Shenzhou. He was one of the only 14 selected from 1, 500 candidates. The team spent the next five years being trained. They not only studied all the subjects required to be an astronaut, but also learnt survival skills and all about how spaceships and rockets are built. Yang scored among the very top in everything the group studied.
In September 2003, only three out of the 14 candidates were picked for the Chinese space adventure, and Yang was one of them. He took all kinds of tests to prove he was fit for this important task. Although Yang did not get the best scores on every single test, it was his high scores on the psychological tests that finally won him the status of China’s first astronaut. Yang was described by his superiors as hard-working and always in control of himself. Because of these qualities, they were optimistic he would be successful.
In the end, Yang was indeed a success. His name will go down in history with those of Yuri Gagarin and Alan Shepard. The people of China can be proud of Yang Liwei, and young people all over the world can look up to him as an example of a man who managed to live his dream.
1. In September 2003, how many people were picked for the Chinese space adventure besides Yang Liwei?| A．3. | B．2. |
| C．14. | D．1, 500. |
a. He became a pilot.
b. He was chosen as a member of Project 921.
c. He joined the army.
d. He was picked for the Chinese space adventure.
| A．a-c-d-b. | B．b-a-c-d. | C．c-a-b-d. | D．c-a-b-d. |
| A．Yang Liwei got the best scores on every single test. |
| B．Yang Liwei spent 21 hours and 23 minutes on the space journey. |
| C．Yang Liwei had been trained for five years before he was picked for the Chinese space adventure. |
| D．Yang Liwei made his first voyage in space at the age of 38. |
8 . My family and I never talked about school as the ticket to the future. I was in the classroom, but I wasn’t there to learn how to write, read or even
I had an English teacher, Mr. Creech, who knew I couldn’t read. And he found it
Now I am 41 years old. One day, I planned to
The experts say what once worried me has a name: dyslexia (诵读困难). But I can tell you it was a lack (缺乏) of
| A．listen | B．paint | C．act | D．speak |
| A．hide | B．jump | C．sleep | D．succeed |
| A．enjoyed | B．hated | C．considered | D．denied |
| A．important | B．necessary | C．strange | D．unwise |
| A．paid attention to | B．looked after | C．looked down upon | D．turned to |
| A．tried | B．managed | C．liked | D．failed |
| A．drive | B．walk | C．fly | D．ride |
| A．making | B．sending | C．fetching | D．buying |
| A．machine | B．pocket | C．clothes | D．arms |
| A．baby | B．boy | C．woman | D．man |
| A．upset | B．regretful | C．glad | D．proud |
| A．write | B．work | C．read | D．teach |
| A．doctor | B．assistant | C．teacher | D．author |
| A．company | B．factory | C．classroom | D．house |
| A．excuse | B．desire | C．help | D．ability |
9 . If you have ever lost touch with old school friends, you may find yourself wanting to make contact again. Some teens find that certain school friends are worth keeping contact with and want to keep the friendship going strong.
Hang out at the same places
One way you can get together with old friends from your school is to go to the same places that they go to. If you still go to school together, you probably know where everyone goes on the weekends. If you are able to go there too, you may find that your relationships with your old school friends start up again.
Sports teams
If you are athletic and your former friends are too, joining school sports teams is a great way to catch up with old friends. This doesn’t mean that you should join a sport which you do not like just so you can see your old friends. However, if you like sports, wish to join a team and your former friends are on that team, and then playing the team sports is a great way to get to know them again.
Take part in school clubs
There are often a lot of school clubs in which teens participate. Depending on your interests and your former friends’ interests, you may just find a club at school. Sharing a common interest such as a club activity will help you to have something in common and something to talk about.
1. You can get together with old friends by .| A．joining the dance clubs |
| B．having dinner with them |
| C．going to the places where they go |
| D．going shopping with them every day |
| A．playing sports helps you get your old friends again |
| B．you have to play a sport to make more friends |
| C．team sports are interesting activities at school |
| D．you have to play the sport your friends like |
| A．To tell a hobby. |
| B．To share same interests. |
| C．To join clubs. |
| D．To contact old friends. |
10 . In England recently three foreign gentlemen came to a bus stop and waited. About five minutes later, the bus they wanted came along. They were just going to get on the bus when suddenly there was a loud noise behind them. People rushed onto the bus and tried to push them out of the way. Someone shouted at them.The bus conductor came rushing down the stairs to see what all the trouble was about. The three foreigners seem all at sea and looked embarrassed (窘迫的). No one had told them about the British custom (习惯) of lining up for a bus that the first person who arrives at the bus stop is the first person to get on the bus.
Learning the language of a country isn’t enough. If you want to have a pleasant visit, find out as much as possible about the manners and customs of your host country. You will probably be surprised just how different they can be from your own. A visitor to India would do well to remember that people there consider it impolite to use the left hand for passing food at table. The left hand is supposed to be used for washing yourself. Also in India,you might see a man shaking his head at another to show that he doesn’t agree. But in many parts of India, a shake of the head means agreement. Nodding (点头) your head when you are given a drink in Bulgaria will most probably leave you thirsty.
In that country, you shake your head to mean “yes”— a nod means “no”. At a meal in countries on the Arabic Peninsula, you will find that your glass is repeatedly refilled as soon as you drink up. If you think that you have had enough, you should take the cup or glasses in your hand and give it a little shake from side to side or place your hand over the top.
In Europe, it is quite usual to cross your legs when you are sitting talking to someone even at an important meeting. Doing this in Thailand,however,could bring about trouble. Also, you should try to avoid (避免) touching the head of an adult—it’s just not done in Thailand.
1. According to the article, if you want to have a pleasant journey in a foreign country, you should .| A．learn the language of the country |
| B．understand the manners and customs of the country |
| C．have enough time and money |
| D．make friends with the people there |
| A．to use the right hand for passing food at table |
| B．to pass food with the left hand |
| C．to eat food with your hands |
| D．to help yourself at table |
| A．a common habit |
| B．an important manner |
| C．a serious trouble |
| D．a bad manner |
| A．People’s Everyday Life |
| B．Mind Your Manners |
| C．Shaking and Nodding Your Head |
| D．Taking a Bus in England |
