1 . Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix 2024

From April 19 to 21, the much-anticipated 2024 Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix will come alive with the roar of engines at the Shanghai International Circuit. Details about tickets for the event are as follows.

Ticket Price:

[Grandstand]              [Session]                                        [Price (RMB)]

A Platinum                    3 Day Ticket                                        3880

• A High                    3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket              2880/490/890/2490

• A Low                    3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket              2280/390/690/1990

• H/K                           3 Day/Fri./Sat./Sun. Ticket              1480/290/590/1290

• C/F/J/L                    3 Day Ticket                                        480

Ticketing Instructions:

• This event adopts electronic tickets with one ticket per person. Children require a full-priced ticket, and children under the age of three are not allowed entry.

• For each session of this event, a maximum of 4 tickets per mobile phone number and 1 ticket per ID card number can be purchased. When purchasing tickets, buyers must provide the audience’s real name, a valid personal ID, and a valid mobile phone number. After a successful purchase, ticket purchasers should retain e-ticket seat information appropriately.

• Ticket refunds can be requested without fees from the date of purchase until 24: 00 on February 29, 2024. From 00:00 on March 1, 2024, to 24: 00 on April 15, 2024, refunds will invite a 10% handling fee. No refunds will be accepted from 00: 00 on April 16, 2024. Returned within 7 working days.

• This event implements real-name verification with ID card and facial recognition for entry.

• The schedule and arrangement of the competition may be subject to changes, and please stay tuned to Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix official WeChat and Weibo for the latest information.

1. What should be offered to buy a ticket?

A．The audience’s nickname.	B．The audience’s e-ticket seat information.
C．The audience’s WeChat number.	D．The audience’s available phone number.

2. How much will be returned if a couple return their Sat. Ticket of K on March 15?

A．59 yuan.

B．531 yuan.

C．1, 062 yuan.

D．1, 180 yuan.

3. What can we know about Formula One Lenovo Chinese Grand Prix 2024?

A．It will last 7 days.	B．It will be exciting and noisy.
C．It doesn’t limit the audience’s age.	D．It will never be postponed or cancelled.

6 . Essay Contest

Imagine this: You’ve got all the power, money, and resources in the world to save the planet. What would you accomplish first, and how would you do it? In honor of Earth Day (April 22), we’re looking for creative and resourceful environmental solutions to save the Earth. As part of the most environmentally conscious generation in history, we know you’ve got ideas, and we’re looking forward to hearing them!

Deadline: April 1st, 2024
Rules:
● You must be a teen (aged 13-19) with a Teen Ink account to enter.
● No inappropriate content.
● Submissions must relate to the topic.
Guidelines and Details:
● Try to keep your essay limited to 300-400 words.
● There is no limit to the number of solutions you can submit.
How to Submit:
● Submit entries through our website. All entries submitted to Teen Ink are automatically considered for the contest.
● Submit your work to the “Hot Topics－Environment” category of Teen Ink. You can find this selection after selecting the initial “Article / Poetry” submission type.
Prizes:
● All participants will receive a certificate.
● First prize winners will each have their essays published in Teen Ink magazine and get a free 6-month magazine subscription.
● Second prize winners will each get a free 3-month magazine subscription and receive a $25 Amazon gift card.
● Honorable mentions will each receive a T-shirt.
1. Which requirement should be met for a qualified entry?

A．It should be in the form of poetry.	B．It should be submitted on April 1st, 2024.
C．It should be related to environmental solutions.	D．It should be a description of personal experience.

2. What is required of teens to join the contest?

A．They should have experience in nature conservation.	B．They should submit a recommendation letter.
C．They should register on Teen Ink.	D．They should write in English.

3. What will all winners get besides certificates?

A．A gift card.

B．A T-shirt.

C．Their published essays.

D．Free magazines.

7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What was the writing subject about last year?

A．A bedroom.

B．A place.

C．Food.

2. Who can take part in the writing competition?

A．Teenagers.

B．Middle-aged people.

C．Old people.

3. What will the winners get?

A．500 dollars.

B．Free tickets to a zoo.

C．The club’s magazines.

4. What is the deadline for the entry?

A．The 4th next month.

B．The 14th next month.

C．The 25th next month.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Why does Nancy make the phone call?

A．To ask for help.

B．To make an appointment.

C．To get some information.

2. What is the main purpose of the event?

A．To improve runners’ health.

B．To collect money for charity.

C．To select out professional athletes.

3. Who will pick up Nancy?

A．Adam.

B．Randall.

C．Joe.

4. When will Nancy set out?

A．At 5: 00 a. m.

B．At 6: 00 a. m.

C．At 6: 45 a. m.

9 . Jump to It

Jumping rope is an activity that contributes to a healthy lifestyle and helps meet your fitness and wellness goals. Here’s how jumping rope benefits you.

It burns calories. How many calories does jumping rope burn? While this depends on your pace on average, you may burn about 100 calories jumping rope for 10 minutes.     1    

It’s easy to do. You can jump rope almost anywhere, making it a great option for on-the-go or when you’re traveling. Some people keep the habit of working out in the open air.     2     Being able to pick up a rope is a great option.

It builds bone density (骨密度). Your bone density decreases as you age. Luckily, jumping rope helps keep your bones strong.     3     The impact or stress from landing after a jump helps strengthen your bones.

It improves your heart and lungs. Jumping rope strengthens your heart and lungs by raising your heart rate quickly. Those who do rope-jumping exercise have better vital capacity.     4     Strong vital capacity contributes to better cardiorespiratory (心和肺的) fitness, which means you can exercise longer with less effort.

It makes you feel good. Did we mention it’s fun? After exercise, your body will release a special chemical, which can help with depression. Therefore, if you get anxious sometimes, being active can also help calm ourselves down.     5    

A．Others prefer to work at home.

B．But what if it’s raining outside?

C．So, skip ahead to the good stuff.

D．It is actually a load-bearing activity.

E．It refers to the amount of air you can breathe out after taking a deep breath.

F．Therefore, as a well-rounded exercise, jumping rope helps with weight loss.

G．However, bend your knees slightly to avoid injuries to ankles and bones when you land.

10 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the aim of the first app?

A．To make your body flexible.

B．To strengthen your muscle.

C．To burn your body fat.

2. What is the disadvantage of the second app?

A．You have to read the instructions.

B．You do the same exercise every day.

C．You must be fit enough to use it.

3. What does Jake Milburn think about the third app?

A．Hard.

B．Boring.

C．Inconvenient.

4. Which app might the woman try?

A．Daily Fit Club.

B．Superfit in Ten.

C．Burn the Fat.