| A．A photograph. | B．A textbook. | C．A TV set. |
1. Who might the woman be?
| A．A TV hostess. |
| B．A news broadcaster. |
| C．The hostess of a cultural activity. |
| A．He wrote his own music. |
| B．He started learning the piano. |
| C．He joined the Julliard School. |
| A．Give a speech. | B．Give a concert. | C．Sign some books. |
3 . Below you will find a list of streaming services and channels that focus on TV and movies, various sports, documentaries, and more.
Netflix
Cost: $8.99/ month for a basic plan that allows a single screen in standard definition (清晰度); $12.99/ month for a standard plan that allows two screens at once and HD Streaming.
Watch it on: Android mobile devices and tablets; Windows phones; Amazon Fire TV devices; Apple TV.
Notes: Netflix subscribers can download select programming for offline viewing, and the number of devices you can download on is equal to the number of screens you can use at one time.
Hulu
Cost: $5.99/month for a basic plan that features limited commercials; $ 11.99/month for an ad-free plan.
Watch it on: Android mobile devices and tablets; Nintendo Switch; Play station 3 and PlayStation 4.
Notes: Ad-free subscribers can download select programming for offline viewing.
Amazon prime
Cost: $12.99/ month; $6.49/ month for student membership; $119/ year for an annual membership; or $59/ year for an annual student membership.
Watch it on: iOS mobile devices and tablets; Android mobile devices and tablet; amazon Fire TV devices.
Notes: An Amazon Prime subscription includes access to all other benefits of Prime membership.
Apple TV+
Cost: $4.99/ month after 7-day free trial; free for 1 year with purchase of an Apple device and if redeemed (赎回) within 90 days; free with Apple music Student Plan.
Watch it on: Android mobile devices and tablets; Amazon Fire TV devices; Apple TV.
Notes: Apple TV+ is available through apple TV channels.
1. What device can be used in watching Netflix？| A．Nintendo switch | B．Windows phones. |
| C．iOS mobile devices and tablets. | D．Play Station 3 and PlayStation 4. |
| A．$59/year. | B．$77.88/year. | C．$119/year. | D．$155.88/year. |
| A．Netflix. | B．Hulu. | C．Amazon Prime. | D．Apple TV+. |
1. How many books has the author of the series finished so far?
| A．Three | B．Five. | C．Seven. |
| A．The story was too complex. | B．There was too much violence. |
| C．The author didn’t want it to be a film. | |
| A．In 2006. | B．In 2008. | C．In 2011 |
5 . It can be really challenging to learn a language well without living in a country full of native speakers! You have to find something captivating! Here’s the solution: TV series.
Game of Thrones
You should really start watching it. The language is beautiful and easy to follow. Drama, love and good characters mark the show and there are actors from all over the world. You won’t know what’s going to happen at the ending. This is a must-see!
Sherlock
A British masterpiece. Is there any language learner who has not heard of Sherlock Holmes and his friend John Watson? The writers placed the stories into London in the 21st century, so it’s basically a modern version of the original stories. Here you have everything that an English language leaner could wish for. British accents, good acting, long and interesting conversations with a sense of British humour.
Friends
Everybody knows Friends, which couldn’t be missed off of this list. With many different accents to be heard and a variety of dialects, this is the perfect show for English learners. The plot is relatively simple to understand. Six friends battle with tough jobs, complicated relationships and life in Manhattan, New York. In parts of the show there are also British accents to listen to and learn.
How I Met Your Mother
It is one of the most successful situation comedies in the United States, attracting the audience all over the world. It’s about the life of five friends that live in New York, focusing on their work and their favourite leisure time activity: sitting in their favourite bar. You get to know many modern American expressions and can enjoy various dialects that make the show even more engaging.
1. Which of the following has an unexpected ending?| A．Game of Thrones. | B．Sherlock. |
| C．Friends. | D．How I Met Your Mother. |
| A．American dialects. | B．American humour. |
| C．British accents. | D．Complicated acting. |
| A．It is about five American students’ daily life. |
| B．There are many formal expressions in the show. |
| C．It’s the most successful situation comedy in the US. |
| D．It enjoys popularity among audience around the world. |
1. What is today’s Art Review about?
| A．A report on an artistic film. |
| B．An interview with an artist. |
| C．An event in London National Museum. |
| A．At 7:30. | B．At 8:00. | C．At 9:30. |
| A．An actor. | B．A playwright (剧作家). | C．A director. |
| A．They are strongly built. | B．They are huge. | C．They are fast. |
7 . Zhang Xiqing is an outlier in Chinese society. At 33, she is happily unmarried, has no plans to have children with her boyfriend, and left her job at Tencent for a start-up because she wanted to “try something new”. But Zhang faces immense pressure from her family. She does her best to deal with the pressure to break convention but it can be a lonely path to follow. Now, however, she is drawing inspiration from a reality show that has become a hit on Chinese television.
Instead of giving young girls a shot at fame, Sisters Who Make Waves, produced by Hunan Television, has invited established actresses and performers over 30, and some in their 50s, to compete for a spot in a five-member band. The show has been a hit, especially among women, since it started airing in June. For women like Zhang, the attraction is that it shows more experienced women using their confidence and expertise—rather than youth—to get what they need.
“Seeing them on stage, I am no longer anxious about my age,” one viewer, who is attracted by the show commented on Weibo. A blogger who goes by the pen name Shaoxi said the overwhelming popularity of the show reflected the desperate need for women in China to see themselves pictured in a different light. Other viewers resonated (共鸣) with the setbacks of some of the stars, who battled personal and professional difficulties with the images of sparkling versions of themselves.
But some critics say the show falls short of its ideals. Wu Changchang, an associate professor of journalism at East China Normal University, wrote that the show was “hollow feminism (空洞的女权主义)”. However, Shaoxi said, “judging an entertainment show on what degree of feminism it contained was missing the point.” It’s popularity said something about the female audience. “It means that compared with the past, more are favoring strong, independent women. I hope I can be more like them”, she said.
1. Why does the author mention Zhang Xiqing in paragraph 1?| A．To express a view. | B．To make an argument. |
| C．To introduce the topic. | D．To provide the evidence. |
| A．Its winners would form a band. | B．It was produced in Hunan TV in June. |
| C．It invited famous actresses in the country. | D．It attracted little attention at the beginning. |
| A．The various suggestions for the show. |
| B．The positive comments from viewers. |
| C．The negative influence of the show on the society. |
| D．The close connection between the show and the reality. |
| A．It spoke highly of feminism and self-discipline. |
| B．It highlighted the importance of beauty and experience. |
| C．It inspired women to be themselves and pursue their dreams. |
| D．It stressed the courage to fight against professional difficulties. |
Many people agree that going to museums
Aiming to make ancient relics to come alive, the program presents treasures through different artistic methods including lots of dramatic
1. What is the man?
| A．A teacher. | B．A doctor. | C．A host. |
| A．How to save money. | B．How to spend money. | C．How to be a good housewife. |
| A．In supermarkets. | B．In outdoor markets. | C．In department stores. |
| A．Fixing things by ourselves. | B．Hiring someone to repair things. | C．Asking friends to help with the repairs. |
10 . What’s new to watch on TV
All Creatures Great and Small Season 4The beloved British TV series, “All Creatures Great and Small”, is set to return for its fourth season on January 7. Executive producer Colin Callender expressed excitement for the new season, promising more heartwarming family stories, community spirit, and of course, delightful animal adventures. The show is based on the best-selling books by Alf Wight, writing under the penname James Herriot, describing the lives of three animal doctors in rural Yorkshire. The upcoming season will be set in 1940, during World War Ⅱ, offering a unique mix of warmth and drama.
Echo“Echo”, the latest Marvel series on Disney+, follows the story of Maya Lopez, a deaf martial (武术的) artist with the ability to copy any move she sees. Played by Alaqua Cox, the character seeks vengeance (复仇) for her father’s murder at the hands of the criminal boss, the Kingpin. The series promises a more mature tone, offering a more grown-up kind of show than what we’ve seen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe before. Cox’s acting of Echo brings diversity and representation to the screen, adding depth to the character’s appealing storyline.
Masters of the AirComing to Apple TV+ on January 26, “Masters of the Air” is a highly anticipated miniseries recording the heroic efforts of the 100th Bomb Group, a US Air Force unit during World War Ⅱ. The show is based on historian Donald L. Miller’s book, displaying the courage, loss, and triumph experienced by the men as they carry out dangerous bombing missions over Nazi Germany. With emotional depth and a strong sense of brotherhood, this series promises a moving portrayal of the human experience during wartime.
1. What is “All Creatures Great and Small Season 4” mainly about?| A．The challenges faced by animals. |
| B．Stories about rural animal doctors in Yorkshire. |
| C．A group of animal doctors living in a city environment. |
| D．A story about the lives of animal trainers in the modern era. |
| A．It is written by Alaqua Cox. | B．It is a movie starring Maya Lopez. |
| C．It is more of a show for kids. | D．It is a story about revenge. |
| A．Both are adapted from books. | B．Both are available on Apple TV+. |
| C．Both are seasonal series. | D．Both are about war stories. |
