1 . NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon
Join us on Sunday, April 28, 2024, for the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon! Starting in North Brooklyn, the route offers stunning waterfront views and passes under the historic Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn Bridges. Experience the vibrant streets of Brooklyn, from Fulton Street & Flatbush Avenue to the grandeur of Grand Army Plaza, and finish in Prospect Park.
Registration:
Fees for NYCRUNS members are $135 if registered by December 13th. Non-members pay $150. Register early to secure your spot in this unforgettable race! NYCRUNS members can enjoy a $10 discount on the registration fee. Additionally, up to 50% of the race fee can be covered using Race Credit.
Amenities:
NYCRUNS is known for putting on running events of the highest quality. After the race, celebrate your achievement with the official race shirt and an incredible medal with pride! When you finish, enjoy fresh Brooklyn bagels, NYS apples and more!
Awards:
Top finishers in various age groups will be recognized. Prize money will only be awarded to athletes who complete the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon in a gun time faster than the qualifying time. Athletes may be subject to drug testing to ensure a fair and equal field.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Non-profits interested in group volunteering, please contact us.
Transportation:
Public transportation recommended.
Closest stations: L train to Bedford Avenue, G train to Metropolitan Avenue.
Register today and be a part of this unforgettable Brooklyn experience!
1. What is the starting point of the NYCRUNS Brooklyn Half Marathon?| A．Prospect Park. | B．North Brooklyn. |
| C．Williamsburg Bridge. | D．Manhattan Bridge. |
| A．$75. | B．$135. | C．$150. | D．$200. |
| A．A shirt and a finisher’s medal. | B．Prize money based on the age. |
| C．Free transportation services. | D．A gift from NYS Apple Stores. |
2 . Bathing in the forest can effectively reduce stress, lower blood pressure and strengthen immune system. Here are some tips on how to harvest these health benefits.
Set aside enough time. To get the rewards of forest bathing, plan to spend two to six hours in the woods.
Aim to reduce heart rate. Your forest bathing session is a good time to sit or walk or do some gentle tai chi.
Breathe deeply in the forest. This particular breathing exercise benefits on its own outside of the forest environment.
| A．Sit down and try this exercise |
| B．If you do too much physical exercise |
| C．But it’s not the time to do your weekly exercise |
| D．Find a location where you’re surrounded by a lot of trees |
| E．You can also get some of the benefits by planting some trees at home |
| F．If you can’t set aside a good part of your day to wander through the forest |
| G．But doing it in the forest gives you more health benefits nature has to offer |
3 . Hotels were full, local specialties were nearly sold out, tourists came in droves from all parts of China... Rongjiang, a small county of Qiandongnan Miao and Dong autonomous prefecture in Guizhou province, has recently gone viral for its “Village Super League”.
Every week, more than 40,000 audiences flock to the stadium for the “Village Super League”. As of the end of June, 2023, the tournament has had more than 20 billion views on the Internet.
“This is a soccer carnival deeply rooted in the soil! I’ve covered numerous sports events, including the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. But it is really the first time that I have experienced such a down-to-earth and lively scene as this,” said Han Qiaosheng, a Chinese sports TV commentator.
During a match in May, Wu Chuguo, a decoration worker from Liubaitang village, Rongjiang County, scored a spectacular 40-meter goal that ignited the crowd. Wu said he was influenced by elders in his village and fell in love with the sport. In the county, rural soccer matches have taken place regularly since the 1990s. When there was a lack of facilities, soccer players used barren land as a field and wooden stakes(桩) for the posts. The boundaries were marked out with lim e powder. When they can’t gather enough players, they play futsal, a soccer-based game played on a smaller hard court.
In recent years, the county has focused on gymnastics, soccer, rock climbing and other sports, which has developed outstanding national and provincial-level sporting talent. What sets the Village Super League apart from other sports events are the vibrant displays of ethnic(民族的) cultures and traditions at the tournament.
“I hope that more and more tourists will come to Rongjiang to watch the matches, enjoy the folk customs and local cuisine, and have fun,” said Xiong Zhuqing, a melon grower who is also a cheerleader. She says she has sold over 10,000 kilograms of watermelons since the start of the tournament. As of June 27, a total of 654 new businesses were established, including 91 in the catering sector, 188 in retail, and 195 in agriculture and food processing, the local government said.
By combining tourism with sports, Rongjiang has found a creative and meaningful way to promote rural vitalization(振兴) and rural economic growth.
1. What do the massive crowds flood into Rongjiang for?| A．For the stadium. |
| B．For local specialties. |
| C．For a soccer carnival. |
| D．For the displays of ethnic cultures and traditions. |
| A．Rural soccer matches are demanding on facilities. |
| B．Rongjiang County has a deep tradition of soccer matches. |
| C．Wu Chuguo started the sports event at Liubaitang village. |
| D．The small court greatly limits soccer players’ performances. |
| A．It covers players from all walks of life. |
| B．It combines ethnic elements with sports. |
| C．It aims to select athletes for national-level games. |
| D．It has a cheering team consisting of football fans. |
| A．The matches can help promote economic growth. |
| B．Rongjiang’s tourism has fueled the sports industry. |
| C．Selling agricultural products is key to rural vitalization. |
| D．Local companies have offered significant financial support to the matches. |
4 . As the World Cup approaches in Qatar, “made in China” are having increasing presence in this biggest football bonanza across the globe, with Chinese brands betting on amounting sponsorship to enhance their international influence.
Wanda Group, Hisense Group, Vivo and dairy company Mengniu are four official Chinese sponsors of FIFA, while Wanda has become one of FIFA’s seven corporate partners, along with Coca-Cola, Adidas, Hyundai-Kia, Qatar Airways, Qatar Energy and VISA.
Apart from big companies, manufacturers from Yiwu in Zhejiang Province, China’s small commodity hub, are also witnessing their growing influence during the world-renowned sports event. From footballs, national flags and trophy (奖杯) ornaments to horns and whistles, over 60 percent of souvenirs are produced in Yiwu for this year’s World Cup. “In terms of the global industrial supply chain, ‘made in Yiwu’ has already become a worldwide commercial symbol originating from China, which indicates ‘reliance’ and ‘trust’ ”, said Song Xiangqing, an economist and the vice-president of the Commerce Economy Association of China.
Lusail, Qatar’s biggest stadium to hold the World Cup final, was built by China Railway Construction Corp International, costing a total of 770 million.
CCTV news reported that Chinese companies mainly from Guangdong and Zhejiang provinces have also provided more than 10,000 container houses for the World Cup, used as accommodation for tourists and football fans.
“The World Cup sponsorship by a large number of Chinese companies is a demonstration of China’s economic power, and makes the globe feel the power of Chinese brands,” Song said.
According to Deloitte’s report, football generates an annual output of more than 500 billion across the world. For example, in 2016, Hisense spent 100 million to become an official sponsor of the World Cup in Russia. Sales volume of Hisense TV surged nearly three times after the game kicked off, reaching a record high.
“However, sponsoring sports events should not be dismissed simply as marketing stunts (噱头),” Song said, “as overseas markets have complex social systems and ethnic cultures, Chinese brands need to consolidate the foundation first, and build up themselves in product, service and platform.”
1. Which of the following is FIFA’s corporate partner?| A．Hisense Group. | B．Vivo. |
| C．Wanda Group. | D．Dairy Mengniu. |
| A．Spending $100 million to become an official sponsor. |
| B．Joining in the construction of Qatar’s biggest stadium. |
| C．Producing over 60% footballs and national flags for the event. |
| D．Providing container houses as ambulance for visitors and fans. |
| A．Chinese brands broaden their international influence by providing sponsorship. |
| B．Participating in the World Cup brings infinite chances for Chinese companies. |
| C．Chinese commerce has earned the best reputation for being reliable. |
| D．Chinese brands have laid solid foundation in the overseas markets. |
| A．By doing some studies. | B．By listing some facts. |
| C．By stating some opinions. | D．By making comparisons. |
5 . World Press Photo
The annual World Press Photo Contest recognizes and celebrates the best photo journalism and documentary photography produced over the last year. Entries for the 2023 World Press Photo Contest will open on 1 December 2022 and close on 10 January 2023. We are excited to welcome a multiplicity of stories and a diverse range of photographers from all over the world to enter the contest!
Regional winners
Every regional winner of the contest receives:
·A monetary prize of 1,000
·Inclusion in the annual World Press Photo year-long worldwide exhibition
·Inclusion in the annual collectible yearbook, available in multiple languages with a worldwide distribution of more than 30,000 copies
·Publication in the online collection and a personal profile on World Press Photo’s website
·A physical award
In addition, winners are often featured in major publications and invited to speak at public events, exhibition openings, and lectures throughout the year.
Global winners
A global jury selects the four global winners: the World Press Photo of the Year, the World Press Photo Story of the Year, the World Press Photo Long-Term Project Award, and the World Press Photo Open Format Award. The global winners will be chosen from the regional winners in their respective categories.
In addition to their regional prizes, global winners will also receive:
·An additional monetary prize of €5,000
·An additional physical award
1. Who would most probably enter for World Press Photo?| A．Storytellers. | B．Photographers. |
| C．Librarians. | D．Celebrities. |
| A．Their works will be exhibited for years. |
| B．A personal profile on any website is allowed. |
| C．30,000 copies of their works will be distributed to other winners. |
| D．They will be invited to deliver speeches throughout the year. |
| A．€1000. | B．€4000. | C．€5000. | D．€6000. |
6 . Flowers We Love Photo Contest
TERM
Flowers We Love Photo Contest is an annual contest that takes place during spring. This year’s Flowers We Love Photo Contest begins on April 15, 2023 and ends on August 30, 2023 at 11:59 pm. The purpose of the contest is to inspire people to pay attention to their surroundings and find out the beauty of life around them.
ELIGIBILITY(资格)
Flowers We Love Photo Contest is open to all amateur and professional photographers. Participants must be between the ages of 18 to 50.
REQUIREMENTS
Follow all requirements carefully to prevent disqualification.
·Required information, including name , address, telephone number, email address, and photo caption (说明文字) must be provided.
·There is no limit on the number of entries per person. Each entry must comply (遵从) with our term and official rule.
·The photographs need not be taken with a digital camera; scans of negatives or photographic prints are acceptable.
·All digital files must be 20 megabytes or smaller, must be in JPEG or jpg format.
·Photographs must have been taken within two years before the date of entry.
JUDGING
Photo Contest entries will be judged based on whether the content is creative and genuine. Judging will be conducted by editors at Artcentron.
1. What’s the purpose of the contest?| A．To help people learn more about flowers. |
| B．To encourage people to discover the beauty of life. |
| C．To improve people’s skills in photography. |
| D．To make people get ready for the coming of spring. |
| A．A 30-year-old photographer. |
| B．A 17-year-old student. |
| C．A 55-year-old worker. |
| D．A 60-year-old retired teacher. |
| A．Emailing a 30 megabytes photo. |
| B．Sending 20 photos as entries. |
| C．Using your phone to take pictures. |
| D．Submitting photos taken within one year. |
I used to be very active in sports and games when I was in primary school. I won the B Division long jump and was a good sprinter (短跑运动员). As a result, I was chosen to represent the school in the long jump and relay events at the District Sports Meet. Before the sports meet, I had put in a lot of hard work and dedication during the training sessions. I woke up early every morning to go for runs and did countless drills to improve my technique. My teammates and I supported and encouraged each other during training, pushing ourselves to do better and achieve our goals.
The meet lasted two days, I had no events scheduled for the first day. So I kept myself busy by watching the others compete. Large tents were provided for the young competitors on one side of the track. Despite being assigned the last tent that was furthest from the track, I made the best of the situation by decorating it with our school colors and creating a supportive atmosphere.
The next day, I was getting ready for my events. The long jump was scheduled for the early afternoon, followed by the 8×50m relay later in the afternoon. I thought I was a pretty good jumper, but as the competition began, I realized I was vastly outclassed. We finished our jumps, and I came in fourth place, just missing out on a medal.
That was disappointing, but I reminded myself that we still had a chance in the 8×50m relay, for which I was assigned to run the fifth leg. The race date arrived. We filed into our assigned spots and prepared for the race. After a tense minute or so, I heard the starter’s gun go off. When the first runners took off, I watched nervously and excitedly as my team runners kept up with the others. As they got closer, I realized we were at least in second place.
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My turn arrived and I took the baton (接力棒) cleanly and began my run.
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________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________8 . On February 13, 2023, Wu Yibing made history, beating John Isner in a thrilling three-set final at the Dallas Open to become the first man from China to win an ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) title.
Brought to a tennis court for the first time at just five, initially encouraged by his parents as an exercise to lose weight, Wu soon had his talent discovered by his provincial junior team, kicking off a journey that would change the face of men’s tennis in China. In 2017, Wu Yibing shot to prominence after winning the US Open boys’ tournament at 18 to become the first Chinese to win a major junior title, raising high hopes for the “Wonder Boy” to change the fortune of Chinese men in a sport long dominated by women’s success on the pro stage.
In 2018, Wu won his first ATP Challenger title in Shanghai. However, the brutally competitive nature of men’s pro tennis hit the rising Wu with a tough reminder after multiple injuries—to his elbow, lower back, shoulder and wrist — forced him to be away from the ATP Tour for close to three years.
He made his return last year and won three ATP Challenger titles before qualifying for the US Open. “Looking back, I feel like I wouldn’t have been here if not for the ups and downs over the past few years. I take all the setbacks and struggles as an asset that helps me mature mentally now.” said Wu. “Of course there were a lot of doubts because I had surgery and the recovery wasn’t going well The championship today was a payoff for all the hard work and everyone who’s supported me along the way.”
1. What do the underlined words “shot to prominence” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?| A．Lost weight. | B．Discovered talent. | C．Became famous. | D．Felt uncertain. |
| A．Because he feared possible failures. | B．Because he refused fierce competitions. |
| C．Because he wanted to change his carcer. | D．Because he suffered from serious physical injuries. |
| A．No cross, no crown. | B．Well begun is half done. |
| C．Easy come, easy go. | D．Time waits for no man. |
| A．The Development of Chinese Tennis. | B．The Power of Difficulties for Athletes. |
| C．The Pioneer of Chinese Tennis Sport. | D．The First Chinese Male Winner of ATP Title. |
1. What sport does the man like to watch only?
| A．Football. | B．Golf. | C．Skating. |
| A．It is more of a hobby. |
| B．It is dangerous. |
| C．It is good for the body. |
| A．Do some running. | B．Play tennis. | C．Watch a game. |
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