According to Xinhua News Agency, the Palace Museum and Huawei signed a strategic cooperation agreement on March 15. The two sides will set an example
The Palace Museum received more than 17 million visitors in 2018,
“The 600-year-old Palace Museum has never been so close to science and technology.” Shan Jixiang said
Shan shared many ideas about the 5G Palace Museum. With the help of advanced technology,
The Students’ Union
2 . In the African country of Malawi, fishing is a way of life for people who live near lakes. Fishing employs over 50,000 people there. Traditionally, the fishers have several methods to dry the fish for the market. They include frying, smoking, or placing them on wire racks. But since the fishers dry their catch in the open air, about half of it slowly breaks down and goes bad. And some animals even try to eat the catch.
Now, solar tents are being used to help dry fish on Lake Chilwa, Malawi’s second-largest lake. The solar tent is made from clear plastic. The plastic is stretched over a large wooden structure. The tent looks like a greenhouse, a glass building where plants can grow in the cold weather.
Jennifer Mussa is a local fish trader. “When we collect fish from the lake, we dry them inside this solar fish dryer,” she said. In the past, it would take one-and-a-half to two days to dry. Now the fishers will put it in the morning; by the evening, they can take the fish out. The solar tents have also helped fish traders get higher prices at the market for cleaner, better-quality fish.
Money for the tents came from Cultivate Africa’s Future. The organization works to improve fishing and farming methods with simple inventions. The goal is to increase access to food, resources, and markets for the communities. The organization also encourages people to use energy-saving kiln ovens to smoke fish, not open fires. Then people can cut down fewer trees for firewood.
1. What major problem do the fishers in Malawi face?| A．Their animals often get stolen. | B．The fish goes bad easily when dried. |
| C．They can’t find people to work for them. | D．The number of fish in the lakes is falling. |
| A．Local fishers first created it. | B．Most of it is covered with glass. |
| C．People mainly use it to keep warm. | D．It cuts down the time needed to dry fish. |
| A．It focuses on local children’s education. | B．It gives kiln ovens to the fishers for free. |
| C．It helps the fishers and the environment. | D．It helps people to plant more trees in Africa. |
| A．People in Malawi Live on Fish. | B．The Benefits of Using Solar Tents. |
| C．Different Ways to Dry Fish in Malawi. | D．Solar Tents Improve Fishing in Malawi. |
3 . As the calendar flips to another year, many employees will consider starting the New Year on the hunt for a new job.
In today's changing workforce, it is more important than ever for companies to realize that a salary alone is no longer enough to recruit (招聘）or retain strong employees.
According to a survey by Aflac, small businesses deserve a round of applause for their ability to keep employees happy.
The keys to happiness.
In a small business environment, there are typically fewer layers between newcomers and leadership. This tight-knit structure can create a family-like atmosphere.
Although small businesses excel at keeping employees happy, there is always room for improvement. In a small- business environment community, money does not seem to be the only motivator. In fact, 65 percent of small-business employees indicate that an improvement in their benefits offerings would make them happier.
By offering a robust benefits plan that includes voluntary benefits, small businesses can ensure that their employees are able to find the right benefits to meet their individual needs.
| A．The way to success |
| B．Unlocking improvement |
| C．It allows employees to feel that their opinions matter |
| D．Flexibility is also vital in creating employee happiness |
| E．The report found that 85% of small business employees are happy in their current job |
| F．There are limited opportunities for employees to get promoted in small businesses |
| G．Nearly a quarter of participants stated that the feeling of importance was the best part of working for a small business |
1. What can we learn about Pedal Power?
| A．It was started in 1996. |
| B．It gives bicycles to people for free. |
| C．It sends bicycles to poor areas regularly. |
| A．It couldn’t meet its costs. |
| B．It won an Enterprise Award. |
| C．It was criticized by the British media. |
| A．In 1993. | B．In 1998. | C．In 2001. |
| A．He offered many jobs to craftsmen in the town. |
| B．He was the most skilled craftsman in the village. |
| C．He could reach customers easily by riding his bike. |
5 . Big Brothers Big Sisters is based on the simplicity and power of friendship. It is a program which provides friendship and fun by matching vulnerable young people(ages7-17)with a volunteer adult who can be both a role model and a supportive friend.
Volunteer tutors come from all walks of life — married, single, with or without children. Big Brothers and Big Sisters are not replacement parents or social workers. They are tutors: someone to trust, to have fun with, to talk and go to when needed.
A Big Sister and Little Sister will generally spend between one and four hours together three or four times each month for at least twelve months. They enjoy simple activities such as a picnic at a park, cooking, playing sport or going to a football match. These activities improve the friendship and help the young person develop positive self-respect, confidence and life direction.
Big Brothers Big Sisters organizations exist throughout the world. It is the largest and most well-known provider of tutor services internationally and has been operating for 25 years.
Emily and Sarah have been matched since 2008. Emily is a 10-year-old girl who has experienced some difficulties being accepted by her schoolmates at school. "I was pretty sure there was something wrong with me."
Emily's mum came across Big Brothers Big Sisters and thought it would be of benefit to Emily by "providing different feedback (反馈) about herself other than just relying on schoolmates to measure her self-worth."
Sarah wanted to get involved in a volunteer program. "I googled it and found out how to be a part of it. I thought it would be fun for me to get involved in making time to do something because sometimes it is all work and no play."
Big Brothers Big Sisters has been of great benefit and enjoyment to both Emily and Sarah. They love and look forward to their time together and the partnership has certainly helped Emily be more comfortable in being the wonderful, happy and unique girl she is!
1. What is the aim of Big Brothers Big Sisters?| A．To offer students public services. |
| B．To help students improve their grades. |
| C．To organize sport activities for young people. |
| D．To provide partnership and fun for young people. |
| A．24 hours | B．36 hours | C．48 hours | D．72 hours |
| A．She used to be a volunteer. |
| B．She needed a part-time job. |
| C．She felt a bit bored with her life. |
| D．She wanted to get a challenging job. |
| A．popular at school | B．rather weak physically | C．easily hurt emotionally | D．confident in themselves |
1. Whom does London Teenagers’ Help raise donations for?
| A．Children. | B．Women. | C．Old people. |
| A．At least 242. | B．About 5,000. | C．Around 18,600. |
| A．Food. | B．Clothes. | C．Water. |
| A．By writing letters. |
| B．By going to the office directly. |
| C．By phone or through the Internet. |
7 . A year after he died at the age of 17, a young man's love of helping others lives on. Through a foundation established by his parents, Benjamin Canlas is still making the world a better place.
The Benjamin Canlas Courage to be Kind Foundation gives away mountain bikes to Filipinos who are struggling to make ends meet.
Dr. Glennda Canlas and her husband created the foundation to remember their son and his kindness. One time, Benjamin saw a food seller riding a beat-up bicycle with its pedals missing. He used his own savings to replace them. After Benjamin's death, his parents saw a way to connect their private donors with those in need.
In the Philippines, many businesses have been closed and many jobs have been lost as a result of the coronavirus crisis. This has left thousands of Filipinos struggling to survive and many have to take odd jobs, which means traveling from one place to another. However, public transportation has been severely restricted. So many people have no choice but to complete those jobs on foot, walking hours in the sun or rain.
Benjamin's parents had the idea to give away bikes to deserving individuals nominated by their friends or coworkers. When the giveaway contest was announced, they received more than 50 nominations, all of which were then checked for truthfulness. And on July 11, 27 individuals got bicycles that would help make their lives a little less difficult. Even as the contest ended, nominations continued to come in. The foundation said there are people still in need and much work needs to be done.
"We live in a world where it still takes courage to be kind, " said Dr. Glennda Canlas, "The goal of the foundation is to help create a world where kindness does not require courage-it is simply the thing we all do."
1. Why was the Foundation started?| A．To offer bikes to those out of work. | B．To honor Benjamin Canlas' good deed. |
| C．To promote green travel in the Philippines. | D．To help Filipinos working in the countryside. |
| A．By conducting a survey. | B．By organizing a contest. |
| C．Through others' nominations. | D．Through individual interviews. |
| A．Filipinos are Suffering a Hard Time | B．Parents' Love Makes the World Better |
| C．Benjamin Deserves Filipinos' Respect | D．Donated Bikes Keep Kindness Alive |
8 . Bridge of Hope School is a private school.It was set up in Kalangala about two years ago.Unlike government schools，which have very large classes of 90 children，many of whom do not want to learn，Bridge has small classes，so pupils get a great deal of attention．Small classes are good for teaching,but the school is always having difficulty with money since private schools are dependent on parents paying on time．
The school has five primary classes and three nursery classes.As the children progress through the school they will add another class next year.The total number of children in the primary classes is about 50.The parents of Bridge children are often higher earners than those that attend government schools.They want their children to have the best education available．
The school is not yet finished．The classrooms have no windows or doors.But it is very formal and insists on children wearing uniforms（制服）.Discipline is strict and the children are well-behaved.Only English can be spoken and not the local language.Although English is the national language and the language of education,government schools teach in their own language for the first three years．
School starts at 7 a.M.and the children have to be on time.Classes are formal,but children have to copy lots of things from the blackboard,because there are few textbooks,sometimes only one for the teacher to use.Class work is heavy and the children have tests every week.They also study during the holiday．
1. What can we learn about government schools？ ______| A．The classes consist of a large number of students． | B．Teachers don't speak English in class． |
| C．Children always work very hard． | D．It is free for children to attend them． |
| A．Children can wear what they like there． | B．Life there is easy for children |
| C．Lessons are given in the local language there． | D．There are few textbooks there． |
| A．list differences between a private and a government school |
| B．introduce a private school - Bridge of Hope School in Kalangala |
| C．tell the history of the private schools in Kalangala |
| D．show education development in Kalangala |
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10 . Founder Lia Grimanis herself experienced homelessness as a teen growing up in Toronto. She got the idea for Up With Women when she received career coaching while working for a teel company. Unlike consultation, where clients work through issues from their pasts, coaching is about the future.
She realized that women who really needed professional development help from a coach could never actually afford it. “All of our clients are living below the poverty line, but some coaches are charging $350 to $600 an hour.” she says.
Up With Women matches participants with certificated career coaches who provide one-on-one sessions twice a month for one year. The strategy is working. So far, the organization has helped more than 400 women. In the 2016-2017 group, roughly 70 percent of them saw an increase in their income, On average, they were making S 12, 383 more per year than women still on the organization’s waiting list. While it’s harder to measure confidence levels. Grimanis sees an increase there, too. And those difficult to quantify results can be the most powerful.
Harmeet Toor, Up With Women’s director of operations and programs, was once a client herself. For Toor, one of the most powerful parts of her coaching experience was learning to shed the idea that she should limit her goals.
Five months into Toor’s coaching sessions. she 'd found a place to live. By the eight-month mark, she 'd landed a job at a doctor’s office. And now she’s figuring out how to help others like Smith, who was finally able to start a law school in 2018.
“I owe it to Up With Women for helping me get here,” Smith says. “Of course, I have the drive and the determination, but I wouldn’t be in the law school if I didn’t have that coaching.”
1. What do we know about Lia Grimanis?| A．She is a caring woman. | B．She has a sense of humor. |
| C．She makes lots of money. | D．She is born in a rich family. |
| A．Get used to. | B．Make sense. |
| C．Get rid of. | D．Hold on to. |
| A．A tech company. | B．Up With Women. |
| C．Her determination. | D．Her family’s support. |
| A．How winery should develop their own career. |
| B．How-women should balance their family and career. |
| C．How Up With Women is set up with the help of Harmeet Toor. |
| D．How a Toronto woman helps other women pull themselves out of poverty. |
