1. When did the library open?
A.Last week. | B.Yesterday. | C.The day before yesterday. |
A.It’s tall and bright. | B.It’s very modern. | C.It has no computer lab. |
A.He didn’t have enough money. |
B.He didn’t take his student card. |
C.He didn’t want a library card. |
1. What does the center aim to do?
A.Offer a relaxing place for sick people to recover. |
B.Encourage people to live a healthy life. |
C.Provide a colorful life for the retired people. |
A.Doing exercise after lunchtime. |
B.Exercising as planned. |
C.Trying all kinds of exercise. |
A.Relaxing in the garden. | B.Watching TV. | C.Holding parties. |
A.By informing the library of demands. |
B.By paying a little more booking fee. |
C.By contacting the people at reception. |
3 . There are more than 1,000 registered student organizations and clubs at Purduc(普渡大学), all created and led by students!
A Cause for Paws
The purpose of this organization is to assist no-kill animal shelters in the Lafayette area by volunteering and organizing events to raise money for these shelters.
Email: acp@purdue. Edu
Organization meeting day: Monday
Organization meeting time: 7 pm
Fashion and Retail Organization
Purdue’s Fashion and Retail Organization is focused toward anyone and everyone with n love for the fashion or retail industry. FRO is open to all Purdue students. We meet every other Tuesday at 6 pm in Matthews 201. Our club’s activities include industry-related guest speakers, workshops, fashion presentations as well as DIY activities. We are excited that FRO is now in charge of planning the Purdue Fashion Show!
Email: purduefashion@aol. Com
Organization meeting day: Tuesday
Organization meeting time: 6 pm
Higher Ground Dance Company
Higher Ground is a student-run and student-choreographed(学生负责编舞的)dance company that puts on a show each semester to raise money for the Andrea Rizzo Foundation. The Andrea Rizzo Foundation is an organization that provides dance therapy to children with special needs and/or terminal(晚期的)illnesses.
If you have a passion for dance and helping others, you are welcome ad encouraged to join this group!
Email: highergrounddanceco@gmail. Com
Organization meeting day: Thursday
Organization meeting time:7 pm
Purdue Engineering Outreach
PEO brings engineering to middle school and high school classrooms in creative ways. This club was started to help show the next generation that science, technology, engineering and math are not only incredibly important fields of study, but also interesting and fun ones. We partner with organizations, such as College Mentors for Kids and Girl Scouts, as well as local schools, to brine engineering into the classroom. Additionally, we love to have fun, and seek to create a welcoming atmosphere for all. New members are welcome at all times of the year!
Email: outreach@ purdue. Edu
Organization meeting day: Monday
Organization meeting time: 6 pm
1. Students interested in animal protection may prefer ________ to the others.A.A Cause for Paws | B.the Fashion and Retail Organization |
C.Higher Ground Dance Company | D.Purdue Engineering Outreach |
A.7 pm, each Monday. | B.6 pm, each Tuesday. |
C.7 pm, every other Monday. | D.6 pm, every other Tuesday. |
A.Students who can teach dancing | B.Students with a severe illness. |
C.Members of the Andrea Rizzo Foundation. | D.Students who love dance and are ready to help. |
A.To provide therapy for children in need. | B.To promote the significance of science. |
C.To raise young people’s interest in science. | D.To make engineering a major subject in high schools. |
4 . Stuck at home? These famous museums offer virtual tours you can take on your sofa. According to Fast Company, Google Arts&Culture teamed up with over 2,500 museums and galleries around the world to bring you virtual tours and online exhibits.
Guggenheim Museum, New York
Google’s Street View lets visitors tour the Guggenheim’s famous spiral (螺旋式) staircase without ever leaving home. From there, you can discover incredible works of art from the Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Modern and Contemporary times.
Pergamon Museum,Berlin
As one of Germany’s largest museums, Pergamonhas a lot to offer — even if you can’t physically be there. This historical museum is home to plenty of ancient works including the Ishtar Gate of Babylon and, of course,the Pergamon Altar.
Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam
Anyone who is a fan of this tragic, gifted painter can see his works up close (or, almost up close) by virtually visiting this museum — the largest collection of artworks by Vincent Van Gogh, including over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and over 750 personal letters.
The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles
European artworks from as far back as the 8th century can be found in this California art museum. Take a Street View tour to discover a huge collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, manuscripts, and photographs.
To see more of Google Arts&Culture’s collection of museums, visit the collection’s website.
1. Which one will you visit if you like modern art?A.Pergamon Museum. |
B.Guggenheim Museum. |
C.The J. Paul Getty Museum. |
D.Van Gogh Museum. |
A.One who is fond of tragic films. |
B.One who enjoys European artworks. |
C.One who likes paintings of Van Gogh. |
D.One who is interested in ancient artworks. |
A.It is one of the largest museums in the USA. |
B.It is the only home to artworks in California. |
C.It includes all forms of artworks in the world. |
D.It exhibits European artworks from the 8th century. |
5 . These four nonprofit organizations support the ethical treatment of animals both large and small, wild or domesticated.
Animal Aid Unlimited
This Indian NGO (non-governmental organization) runs a hospital and sanctuary (保护区) for injured or ill street animals and rescues thousands a year. AAU runs an emergency rescue service for dogs, cows, donkeys, birds and cats and brings them to their hospital for medical treatment and they provide sanctuary for the disabled animals who need long time care or permanent homes.
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
This charity that operates in the UK promotes the kind treatment of animals—wildlife, farm animals and pets who need to be rehomed — and runs a TV series. The Dog Rescuers that allows viewers to watch the rescue and rehoming of dogs across Great Britain. RSPCA also has TV campaigns against animal cruelty and works in Europe, Africa and Asia.
Sochi Dogs
Founded in 2014, Sochi Dogs works to rescue stray (流浪的) and abandoned dogs through an adoption program and education campaigns. The treatment of the stray dogs in Sochi is particularly cruel, which makes the rescue work vitally important. The nonprofit runs a shelter with room for 60 dogs and a foster program in New Jersey. The dogs are placed in homes worldwide.
Humane Society International
Around the world, HSI is a world leader in working to ensure a better future for animals. The organization is working to save more than 100 million animals from suffering in labs worldwide and to end animal sports like bull fighting and racing and fights for the better treatment of farm animals, as well as supporting laws for the protection of pets. HSI supports programs in many countries and has offices on every continent.
1. Why does RSPCA show The Dog Rescuers on TV?A.To promote animal protection. | B.To introduce the lives of dogs. |
C.To draw attention to wildlife. | D.To teach about keeping pets. |
A.They are well sheltered. | B.They are ill-treated. |
C.They are friendly to people. | D.They are dangerous to people. |
A.Animal rescue. | B.Animal experiments. |
C.Animal adoption. | D.Animal attacks. |
6 . The nine women of Bella Mondo win over yet another audience. The group is one of just a handful of all-women ensembles (乐队) in Ivory Coast.
It all started in 2007, Prisca Allou was a music student. A music producer came to see her. He said he wanted to make an all-female ensemble to keep a promise to his late mother.
Allou got on board and was charged with recruiting (招募) other members. “It wasn’t easy at first. Some parents were against it. You know, in Africa, the place of women is often seen as being either in an office or at home. That was the fixed image.” Allou spread the word and took out ads in local papers. Most of the girls she found were not professional players. “I just played some tamtam. I learned to play drums when I joined Bella Mondo.” The girls spent the next four years learning to play their instruments. Many gave up along the way, but eight of them soldiered on with Allou, and Bella Mondo was founded.
The band plays original songs and covers. Their music spans a wide range of styles: funk, reggae, pop music. They released their first album in 2013... and have performed in Paris, Dakar, Cotonou and, of course, here at home in Abidjan.
You can see them nearly every Thursday at this bar, the same place that gave the band its start years ago. “Oh yes, I was surprised at first. A woman singing, you see that every day, but an entire band, playing all the instruments and everything? It was extraordinary. I was dumbstruck. Bella Mondo is a great band.” The women are now working on their second album.
1. Why did the music producer want to found a female ensemble?A.To sponsor music students. | B.To comfort his mother. |
C.To carry out his promise. | D.To win over an audience. |
A.Most women couldn’t afford. | B.Parents didn’t want to break tradition. |
C.All parents disapproved of it. | D.Women weren’t willing to leave home. |
A.The band has travelled a lot. | B.The band has gained its popularity. |
C.The band has released albums. | D.The band seems to be united as one. |
A.Satisfied. | B.Determined. |
C.Amused. | D.Astonished. |
7 . Volunteering jobs from 4 organizations
Ageing Well
The aim of this organization is to improve the health of older people by encouraging and supporting them to be more active—particularly those who join little or no physical activity. Ageing Well is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to come forward with new ideas for activities of the program.
Availability:from Monday to Friday/Morning or Afternoon
Minimum(最低的)age:50
G64 COVID Help
During the COVID-19 pandemic(流行病), the role of volunteers within our community has never been more important. These job chances include helping with shopping,driving and check-in calls for those who can't leave their houses.There are also many other activities you can get involved in to help make a difference in your local community. In addition,personal protective equipment will be supplied.
Availability:from Monday to Saturday/Morning or Afternoon
Minimum age:16
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland
Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland(CHSS)supports people across Scotland with heart or brain conditions. When knowing such diseases, many people experience fear and loneliness and struggle with the influence on their lives. CHSS helps deal with that. The care and support they deliver every day make sure that people can live the life they want.
Availability:from Monday to Friday/Morning or Afternoon
Minimum age:16
Give Blood 4 Good
Give Blood 4 Good is looking for students at the University of Edinburgh to raise awareness of blood donation(献血)in Scotland. We also focus on educating young people (aged17-24) about blood donation because the regular donation is the lowest among this age group in Scotland. We want to raise awareness and educate people about blood donation.
Availability:from Monday to Sunday(24 hours day/night)
Minimum age:17
1. Which volunteer below may Ageing Well prefer?A.The volunteer who has higher education back grounds. |
B.The volunteer who is able to work at weekends. |
C.The volunteer who is sociable and creative. |
D.The volunteer who can speak at least one foreign language. |
A.By taking care of hard-working volunteers. |
B.By helping treat some deadly diseases. |
C.By reducing patients' mental stress. |
D.By teaching people how to fight against pandemics. |
A.Give Blood 4 Good | B.G64 COVID Help. |
C.Ageing Well | D.Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland. |
8 . Thanks to Arizona's tax credit program, taxpayers can make a big difference with their dollars. Learn how these four organizations are making a difference and how you, too, can be part of the solution to help the underserved through donations.
Catholic Charities Community Services
Catholic Charities Community Services provides adoption for foster(领养)children as well as education and certification for foster families throughout central and northern Arizona. But they can't do it without your help. You can change the life of a child.
Visit Catholic Charities at www. catholiccharitiesaz. org to learn the impact your gift makes.
Catholic Community Foundation(CCF)
Established in 1983. CCF aims to build the future of faith by providing sustainable support for those who serve the community. Since 1995, CCF has given more than $ 27 million back into the community through donor-advised funds, savings and growth funds, etc.
You can learn more by visiting ccfphx. Org.
Catholic Education Arizona
Catholic Education Arizona has been creating future leaders for 23 years. And it has raised 268 million and awarded underserved youth 138,000 scholarships to change lives, strengthen families and transform culture. With more than $9 million remaining to claim, interested corporations are encouraged to contact our office for more information.
You can learn more by visiting catholiceducationarisona. Org.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The staff and volunteers at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul packaged more than 4,000 meals for individuals and families to pick up on a daily basis. St. Vincent de Paul's family dining room, food boxes, medical and dental care, shelter and other services are nearly 100% funded by private donations. Donors can claim up to $800 in Arizona charitable tax credits.
Learn more at svdptaxcredit. info.
1. Taxpayers can learn more about their charitable gifts to foster children by visiting _________.A.cefphx. org | B.www. catholiccharitiesaz. org |
C.svdptaxcredit. info | D.catholiceducationarizona. org |
A.Serving the community. | B.Supplying food to those in need. |
C.Aiding foster children or families. | D.Financially supporting underserved youth. |
A.They only offer service to families. | B.They provide help for patients. |
C.They bring hope to the underserved. | D.They are profitable organizations. |
9 . Changing the definition of a library
Now that the Internet provides us with direct access to all kinds of information, some people say we don't need public libraries.
Finnish designers have used the new concept of a useful public space.
Antti Nousjoki, one of Oodi's architects, said the idea is to make the place “an indoor town square.”
Of course, Oodi still serves as a traditional library, with a catalogue of about 100,000 books.
While most libraries around the world offer Internet access and other services, Finnish libraries often differ themselves in services, including access to e-publications, power tools and even karaoke.
“Oodi has been designed to give citizens and visitors a free space to actively do what they want to do —not just be a consumer," said Nousjoki.
A.Oodi goes even further. |
B.It attracts many visitors with each new month. |
C.Oodi has many advantages over traditional libraries. |
D.Since opening, Oodi lends out 5,000 books each day. |
E.Library Oodi pushes the boundaries (边界) of what a library can be. |
F.This may be why some public libraries are finding new ways to serve the public. |
G.The building was designed without inner support columns(柱子), so the inside is mostly a large open space. |
10 . Earth Hour is organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature. It's a big event usually at the end of March every year. On this evening, people “go dark”.
It's true that turning off lights for just one hour saves only a small amount of power.
But on another level, a large number of people’s acting together sends a powerful message to governments and companies.
The logo(标识) of Earth Hour is “60+” .The number 60 is for the 60 minutes of Earth Hour.
A.But this is only the beginning. |
B.Earth Hour represents every hour of every day. |
C.After all, everyone has to answer for what they have done. |
D.Besides turning off the lights, people get involved in other events. |
E.It pushes them to take urgent measures by making changes to policies. |
F.That is, they switch off all unnecessary lights at the same time for one hour. |
G.The plus invites people to continue their action even after Earth Hour is finished. |