1 . Guide to Stockholm University Library
Our library offers different types of studying places and provides a good studying environment.
ZonesThe library is divided into different zones. The upper floor is a quiet zone with over a thousand places for silent reading, and places where you can sit and work with your own computer. The reading places consist mostly of tables and chairs. The ground floor is the zone where you can talk. Here you can find sofas and armchairs for group work.
ComputersYou can use your own computer to connect to the Wi-Fi specially prepared for notebook computers, you can also use library computers, which contain the most commonly used applications, such as Microsoft Office. They are situated in the area known as the Experimental Field on the ground floor.
Group-study placesIf you want to discuss freely without disturbing others, you can book a study room or sit at a table on the ground floor. Some study rooms are for 2-3 people and others can hold up to 6-8 people. All rooms are marked on the library maps.
There are 40 group-study rooms that must be booked via the website. To book, you need an active University account and a valid University card. You can use a room three hours per day, nine hours at most per week.
Storage of Study MaterialThe library has lockers for students to store course literature, When you have obtained at least 40 credits(学分),you may rent a locker and pay 400 SEK for a year’s rental period.
Rules to be FollowedMobile phone conversations are not permitted anywhere in the library. Keep your phone on silent as if you were in a lecture and exit the library if you need to receive calls.
Please note that food and fruit are forbidden in the library, but you are allowed to have drinks and sweets with you.
1. The library’s upper floor is mainly for students to .| A．read in a quiet place | B．have group discussions |
| C．take comfortable seats | D．get their computers fixed |
| A．can afford the rental fee | B．attends certain courses |
| C．has nowhere to put his books | D．has earned the required credits |
| A．Mobile phones | B．Sandwiches |
| C．Candy | D．Orange juice |
2 . Though only just 21 when diagnosed with the disease ALS, Hawking was perhaps the most famous scientist in the world when he died in 2018 at age 76. His 1988 book, A Brief History of Time, sold ten million copies and made him an unlikely superstar even to people who sweated through high school science.
Humor was always a big part of Hawking’s effort to bring physics to the masses. In his 2010 book, The Grand Design, for instance, he recounts how, in 1277, the Catholic Church declared scientific laws such as gravity to be wrong, since they seemed against God's idea. “Interestingly,” the text adds jokingly, “Pope John was killed by the effects of the law of gravity a few months later when the roof of his palace fell in on him.”
“He loved adventure and fun,” says Mlodinow, who once took Hawking on a punt-boat trip down the fiver Cam in Cambridge, England, despite the obvious danger of the boat turning over. “You know about when he went on the Vomit Comet? It’s a plane that flies in a parabolic path so you are weightless, like you are in space. A lot of people vomit, but he loved that sort of thing.” And he was 65 at the time.
Hawking’s greatest hit, humor-wise, was probably the cocktail party he threw in 2009. It was a “ welcome reception for future time travelers,” he said, so naturally, he sent out the invitations the day after the party. No one showed up yet. “Maybe one day someone living in the future will find the information and use a wormhole time machine to come back to my party, proving that time travel will one day be possible,” Hawking explained. And if that happens, don’t be surprised if Hawking is there too. After all, he never missed a chance to have fun.
1. What does the text mainly tell us about Hawking?| A．He related physics to humor closely. | B．He made great contributions to physics |
| C．He went through many funny experiences. | D．He was optimistic about the future of science. |
| A．He was not in favor of God. | B．He was a scientist like Hawking. |
| C．He was opposed to the law of gravity. | D．He was killed due to the discovery of gravity. |
| A．His fondness of adventure. | B．The invitation from his friend. |
| C．The requirements of his work. | D．His desire for recovery from ALS. |
| A．The cocktail party was a great success. |
| B．The possibility of time travel was not proved. |
| C．Hawking was a man who enjoyed holding parties. |
| D．The wormhole time machine was used at that time. |
3 . Every day, we work to open doors for our future leaders, innovators, and adventurers to explore, create and learn on their own terms. And our museum is even more fun with friends!
When
School-year field trips are 2 hours in length and can be scheduled between 9:30 am—2:30 pm, Tuesday—Friday.
Summer field trips can be scheduled at either 10 am—12:30 pm or 12:30 pm—3 pm, Tuesday—Friday.
The museum is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Cost
$8 per child, at least 10 children to qualify（合格）for group rates.
Group visit rates do not apply during schools' fall break, winter break or spring break, when the price is $14 per child.
Chaperons（监护人）
One chaperon for every five children is required, and all chaperons are free! Parents, teachers or adult caregivers over 18 years old qualify as chaperons.
Lunch
We do not have inside equipment for lunch, even in case of unpleasant weather. Outside benches and grassy areas are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Parking
Free parking for guests and members when visiting the Children's Museum. Event Day parking prices may be different. Parking for nearby attractions for a small charge.
Guidelines
Children and adults must stay together, No adults are allowed in the museum without a child, and no children without an adult.
Adults are responsible for the safety of children at all times.
No food or drinks inside the museum.
Shoes are required in the museum（except for the Center for the Young Child）.
1. How long does a school year field trip last?| A．2 hours. | B．2.5 hours. | C．3.5 hours. | D．5 hours. |
| A．$80. | B．$96. | C．$ 140. | D．$168. |
| A．On the floor inside the museum. |
| B．On the grass outside the museum. |
| C．On the stairs outside the museum. |
| D．In the restaurant inside the museum. |
| A．The museum is open to visitors all year round. |
| B．Parking for nearby attractions is free of charge. |
| C．An adult alone is not allowed in the museum, |
| D．Shoes are required in any area of the museum. |
4 . When I was quite young, my family had a telephone. I would sit quietly and listen when my mother talked to it. I was surprised to discover that somewhere inside it lived a lady named "Information Please".
One day my mother went out to visit a neighbor, I hit my head against the door while playing. It was painful, but I held back my tears because there was no one home to give sympathy（同情）. Then, I noticed the telephone.
Quickly, I unhooked the receiver and held it to my ear. "Information Please," I said into the mouthpiece. Then a clear voice spoke into my ear." Information". "I hurt my head." I spoke into the phone. "Isn't your mother home?" came the question. "Nobody's at home but me." I cried. "Can you open your icebox?" she asked. I said I could. "Then took out a piece of ice and hold it to your head." said the voice.
After that, I called "information Please" each time I met with a problem. When my pet canary（金丝雀）died, I called "Information Please" and told her the sad story. She comforted me, saying softly, "Paul, always remember there are other worlds to sing in."
Later, we moved, but the memories of those conversations never really left. One day when I was alone, I dialed again and said. "Information, Please." A different voice answered, "Information". I asked for Sally. "Are you a friend?" he asked. "Yes, a very old friend. My name is Paul." I answered. "Well, Sally left a message for you. Let me read it to you. It said. 'Paul always remember there are other worlds to sing in.’ I'm sorry to tell you that Sally has..." I stopped him and hung up, tears rolling down silently. I knew what Sally meant.
1. What amazed the author when he was quite young?| A．There was a telephone in his family. |
| B．His mother was always on the phone. |
| C．There was a lady living in the phone. |
| D．A woman he knew had a strange name. |
| A．To ask his mother to come back home. |
| B．To seek sympathy from someone else. |
| C．To satisfy his curiosity about the phone. |
| D．To find out how to treat his aching head. |
| A．Caring. | B．Curious. | C．Creative. | D．Humorous. |
| A．She may have moved. | B．She may have retired. |
| C．She may have quit her job. | D．She may have passed away. |
5 . Many of us know about Russia's Lake Baikal from our textbooks,or by listening to Chinese singer Li Jian's hit song,Lake Baikal.But over the past decade,the world's deepest freshwater lake has been in the spotlight for an extreme sport.
Each March since 2005,about 150 people from around the world sign up for the Baikal Ice Marathon.They come to explore the lake's breathtaking beauty and challenge themselves in unpredictable conditions.The 26-mile journey starts on the lake's eastern shore.In March,the ice is a meter thick and iron-hard.Runners cross this frozen surface,finishing on the western side of the lake.
Known as the"blue eye of Siberia",Lake Baikal has exceptionally clear waters.This means its ice is almost perfectly transparent（透明的）."Seen from above,a runner on the ice looks as if he or she is jogging through space,"The New York Times noted.
The landscape might be beautiful,but the weather is harsh.Strong winds blow across the lake and frostbite（冻伤）can occur within half an hour.Runners say the cold climate is what draws them.They want to test their limits."When you are in such an environment,you don't have cars around you,you don't have the noise around.I think these extreme races allow you to be alone with nature,"Alicja Barahona,a 64-year-old runner from the US,told ABC News.
The location offers some strange and unique characteristics for this marathon.The finish line is visible from the start,but the endless white offers no progress markers.The race also ends with little fanfare（喧闹）.Tourists crowding the ice are mostly addicted to taking photos and just ignore the runners.
For some runners,the absence of audience makes the race more challenging,because it's lonely.They must fight with themselves."You are alone on Baikal.It is your race.You are alone with yourself All you need to do is to defeat yourself,"Veronique Messina,a French runner,told the Telegraph.
1. What do we know about the Baikal Ice Marathon?| A．It requires runners to jog through space. |
| B．It attracts more and more participants each year. |
| C．It combines extreme weather and beautiful scenery. |
| D．It highlights our textbooks and Li Jian's hit song. |
| A．Pleasant. | B．Severe. | C．Annoying. | D．Damp. |
| A．Only men are allowed to run in this race. |
| B．There are many progress markers on the ice. |
| C．The runners are often disturbed by tourists. |
| D．The runners can see the finish line from the start. |
| A．Loneliness. | B．The long distance. |
| C．The cold climate. | D．Noisy surroundings. |
6 . Schedule an Appointment at the Center for Women's Health
Please call your doctor's office or the clinic as far in advance as possible to schedule your appointments.This will make it easier to choose times that are most convenient for you.
Be sure to register after you have scheduled your first appointment. Registration helps each clinic correctly identify you and your medical information.
If your health plan restricts the clinics you can use,be sure your plan has approved the healthcare you are requesting.This will help you avoid unexpected fees.
Checklist of information you will need when making an appointment
We will ask you for the following information:
Your name
Your date of birth or Social Security number(this helps ensure that your medical information is not confused with someone who has a similar name)
Reasons for the appointment(be as specific as possible so that we can reserve the right amount of time for your visit)
Whether you want a particular doctor or the first available appointment
Canceling an appointment
If you cannot keep your appointment, please call your doctor's office or clinic as soon as possible or no later than the day before.We realize that sometimes emergencies come up and your plans may change.However,giving us as much notice as possible helps us better serve you and our other patients.When you call,we will help you reschedule for another day and time.
1. What helps to identify you and your medical information correctly?| A．Your first appointment. | B．Your registration. |
| C．Your health plan. | D．Your phone call. |
| A．The birth place. | B．The Social Security number. |
| C．The reasons for an appointment. | D．The need for a particular doctor. |
| A．April 12. | B．April 11. | C．April 13. | D．April 10. |
7 . A day away from the stress of city life!
A perfect experience for nature lovers!
Our One — Day tour will take you to see the most beautiful sunset and sunrise at the top of Mt. Huangshan （Yellow Mountain）.
Schedule
Early in the morning: take the cable car to the top of the mountain to see the breathtaking sunrise at Cloud Dispelling Pavilion.
Late in the morning: Visit such famous places as the Sixinfeng Peak, the Black Tiger pine tree, the Writing Brush Peak or the Xihai Scenic Area.
At noon: have a traditional Chinese lunch at a hotel on the top of the mountain.
In the afternoon: go to the city centre of Huangshan and take a walk along Tunxi Old Street, where traditional old buildings line the quiet street.
In the evening :Return to the Cloud Dispelling Pavillion to enjoy the sunset.
Price:$327
What's included
Professional and friendly English-speaking tour guide; Breakfast, lunch, dinner; All entrance fees; Cable car fees to and from the Cloud Dispelling Pavillion; Two nights at Beihai hotel or similar standard hotels; Hotel pickup and drop-off.
What's not included
Expenses to and from Mt. Huangshan;
Local Chinese-speaking tour guide;
Other attractions not included in the schedule.
1. Where should the tourists go to see the sunset and sunrise?| A．Sixinfeng Peak. | B．Xihai Scenic Area. |
| C．Cloud Dispelling Pavilion. | D．Writing Brush Peak. |
| A．In the morning. | B．At noon. | C．In the afternoon. | D．In the evening. |
| A．the British | B．the Chinese | C．the Dutch | D．the Germans |
8 . Rome is recognized across the globe for its classical artwork, but recently the city's street art has been drawing attention. While many urban artists stick to painting murals（壁画），one Italian sculptor is resisting the trend with his wonderful works made from an unusual material. Andrea Gandini, a native of Rome in his early twenties, has been recognized for his wood carvings of old tree trunks scattered across the city's landscape.
Gandini's Trocomorto, or "dead trunk" project, began in 2018, when the artist ran out of sculpting clay. That's when he noticed the remains of an old tree stump in his neighborhood. He realized that Rome was full of potential canvases（画布）just waiting to be given a new life. "Bringing trees back to life" is exactly how Gandini and others describe his art.
Due to years of poor care by the city, many trees became diseased and had to be cut down. This resulted in lots of old stumps that degraded the streets of Rome, which were costly to remove. However, they have been a perfect canvas of Gandini, who has completed over 50 carvings across the city.
Gandini gives each old tree trunk a face and personality of its own. By recognizing each formerly living tree as individual, he hopes to give them some dignity in death and respect each of them with their own headstone of sorts. For those that can't make the trip to Rome, Gandini documents his works of art on Facebook.
Gandini's “dead trunk" project reminds us of what Auguste Rodin says, "There is no lack of beauty in the world, but a lack of eyes to find it." All is beautiful in the eyes of the artist, for his keen eye sees through the heart of all living things. To discover its character is to pierce its outer form and touch its inner truth. This "truth" is also "beauty".
1. What has drawn people's attention recently in Rome according to the passage?| A．Its classical artwork. | B．Its traditional murals. |
| C．Its street wood carvings. | D．Its unusual material. |
| A．They are full of life. | B．They follow the trend of murals. |
| C．They beautify the city. | D．They are appreciated by some artists. |
| A．Dignity and respect. | B．Beauty and kindness. |
| C．Hope and personality. | D．Death and art. |
| A．Beauty is always around for keen eyes. |
| B．Inner truth is difficult to find. |
| C．We live in a world lacking beauty. |
| D．Grandini is a person who loves nature and truth. |
9 . When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Here are some British etiquette(礼仪) and customs international students ought to know.
Visiting
In most houses in Britain, the doors are usually kept closed. It is customary to visit people at a pre-arranged time and day. Usually, people are not comfortable if you just drop in. Nevertheless, if someone says to drop in at any time, feel free to do so as long as it is not in the middle of the night. When you go into someone's house, do take your hat off (men only). It is impolite for men to wear hats indoors especially in churches.
Greeting
In Britain, the handshake is a common form of greeting. When you meet people for the first time, it is normal to shake hands. A firm handshake is the norm(标准); there are no issues over gender in Britain. The usual formal greeting is ''How do you do? '' and a firm hand shake, but with a lighter touch between men and women. In Britain, unlike some other European countries, it is unusual to embrace or kiss the other person (unless they are family or a very close friend).
Gifts
During birthday and Christmas celebrations, it is common for the British to exchange gifts between family members and close friends. The gift doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should usually show an attempt to find something that is related to the recipient's(接受者) interests. When invited to someone's home, it is normal to take along a box of good chocolates, a bottle of good wine or a bunch of beautiful flowers. Note that gifts are opened when received.
Punctuality
The British are generally punctual(守时的), especially the scots. The British consider it impolite if you turn up late for an appointment. In most cases, the people you are meeting will be on time, call even if you will be 5 minutes later than you've promised. If you have been late or fail to keep your appointment, make an effort to contact the person to let them know. It is a good idea to telephone and offer your apologies.
1. What do the British men usually do when they meet for the first time?| A．Embrace or kiss each other. | B．shake hands firmly. |
| C．Bring an expensive gift. | D．Take off their hats immediately. |
| A．A book the receiver is interested in. | B．A pet that you think is cute. |
| C．A red envelope with some money. | D．A fantastic and expensive bike. |
| A．Visit them at a scheduled time. | B．Show up on time instead of arriving earlier. |
| C．Phone to tell them if one will be late. | D．Pay an unexpected visit to give them a surprise. |
10 . According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size and consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people who order large portions(份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need to avoid.
To test the effect of social influence on eating habits, the researchers conducted two experiments. In the first, 95 undergraduate women were individually invited into a lab to ostensibly(表面上)participate in a study about movie viewership. Before the film began, each woman was asked to help herself to a snack. An actor hired by the researchers grabbed her food first. In her natural state, the actor weighed 105 pounds. But in half the cases she wore a specially designed fat suit which increased her weight to 180 pounds.
Both the fat and thin versions of the actor took a large amount of food. The participants followed suit, taking more food than they normally would have. However, they took significantly more when the actor was thin.
For the second test, in one case the thin actor took two pieces of candy from the snack bowls. In the other case, she took 30 pieces. The results were similar to the first test: the participants followed suit but took significantly more candy when the thin actor took 30 pieces.
The tests show that the social environment is extremely influential when we're making decisions. If this fellow participant is going to eat more, so will I. Call it the “I’ll have what she's having” effect. However, we'll adjust the influence. If an overweight person is having a large portion, I'll hold back a bit because I see the results of his eating habits. But if a thin person eats a lot, I'll follow suit. If he can eat much and keep slim, why can't I?
1. What is the recent study mainly about?| A．Food safety. | B．Movie viewership. |
| C．Consumer demand. | D．Eating behavior. |
| A．Big eaters. | B．Overweight persons. |
| C．Picky eaters. | D．Tall thin persons. |
| A．To see how she would affect the participants. |
| B．To test if the participants could recognize her. |
| C．To find out what she would do in the two tests. |
| D．To study why she could keep her weight down. |
| A．How hungry we are. | B．How slim we want to be. |
| C．How we perceive others. | D．How we feel about the food. |
