1 . Every American family has its own traditions on Thanksgiving Day,and mine is no different.Once the national holiday arrives,my mum rises early to make the meal.She puts a turkey in the oven,chops carrots and bakes pies.I’m sorry to say that the men in the family—my dad,my younger brother and myself—rarely pitch in to help.Our job is to wash the mountain of dirty dishes after the meal is over.
Around 2 pm every Thanksgiving Day,family members seat themselves around the kitchen table.Plates of turkey,vegetables,salad,rolls and pies cover it.At this point,we can hardly keep ourselves from drooling (流口水)all over our fancy clothes,but it’s not yet time to eat.
First,we must bow our heads,close our eyes and say a prayer of thanks aloud to God for giving us everything we have.Under normal circumstances,I would have no problem making a list of things I am thankful for.I grew up in a loving family.My parents,who aren’t wealthy,took out loans to help me pay for university.
However,the funny thing is,every time I sit down for Thanksgiving dinner and try to say a prayer of thanks,my mind usually goes blank.I think it has something to do with my growling (咕咕叫)stomach and all of that food sitting right there under my nose.
Eventually,though,we all finish our short prayers and dig in.To be sure,the day includes other highlights—visiting with family and watching football.But usually around 6 pm we are all ourselves stuffed like turkeys and thankful to have a nice warm bed to sleep in.
1. The purpose of the text is to .| A．tell what the family do for Thanksgiving Day |
| B．tell how the family spends Thanksgiving Day |
| C．introduce foods served on Thanksgiving Day |
| D．introduce the American Thanksgiving Day |
| A．Watch a movie. | B．Make visits. |
| C．Have a big meal. | D．Watch football. |
| A．He is too thankful to say a word. |
| B．His mind is on the food before him. |
| C．He feels too excited to speak. |
| D．He is too shy to speak in public. |
| A．chat with others | B．make a hole |
| C．mix things up | D．start eating |
2 . During a small earthquake, you will feel a little shaking. Pictures hanging on the walls might move back and forth. Dishes might rattle (发出响声) inside the kitchen cabinet. A lamp might possibly fall and break.
In a very strong earthquake, you might be thrown upward or down to the ground. Cracks might appear in the ground. Windows might be broken. Buildings and bridges might fall down. People might be injured or even killed. Strong earthquakes often suddenly break electric wires. That means electric lights and machines will not work. Water pipes sometimes break, so people have no water to drink. Pipes that carry natural gas and tanks that hold petrol and dangerous chemicals can break and start fires.
Aftershocks (余震) are mini-quakes that come after the main part, of an earthquake. They can cause even more damage. Aftershocks are especially dangerous for rescue workers who have gone into ruined buildings to help people who are trapped inside. The buildings can collapse, trapping the rescue workers along with the people they are trying to help.
Very strong earthquakes can cause tsunamis in the ocean, which may bring great damage. Earthquakes can cause landslides where dirt and rocks slide down the sides of a mountain and damage buildings and hurt people. Earthquakes can also cause avalanches (雪崩) and heavy snow slide down a mountainside. An avalanche can be just as dangerous as a landslide.
1. All the following may be the results of a strong earthquake EXCEPT that .| A．strong bridges fall down |
| B．people have no water to drink |
| C．some dangerous chemicals flow out |
| D．dishes in the kitchen shake and make sounds |
| A．Aftershocks are not as dangerous as the main part of an earthquake. |
| B．Aftershocks are even more dangerous than big earthquakes to the rescue workers. |
| C．Aftershocks are not dangerous for rescue workers. |
| D．Aftershocks are strong earthquakes following the main part of an earthquake. |
| A．fall down | B．shake out |
| C．set up | D．break through |
| A．strong earthquakes can cause tsunamis in the river |
| B．strong earthquakes are caused by the movements of oceans |
| C．landslides do less damage than strong earthquakes |
| D．strong earthquakes can cause other big natural disasters |
3 . Instagram is about to take its biggest step toward removing likes from its platform. After months of testing an option to hide likes in select international markets, Instagram, which is owned by Facebook (FB), has already been testing hiding likes in seven other countries, including Canada, Ireland and Australia. For years, likes have been central to how celebrities, brands, politicians and everyday users experience Instagram and Facebook. It’s a way of measuring popularity and success. But in recent months, Instagram has been rethinking how likes contribute to making its platform more toxic. Now it’s considering a change.
The total number of likes on posts – which appear as hearts on the app – will disappear from Instagram’s main feed, profile pages and permalink pages. The owner of the account can still see their own likes, but their followers won’t know the count.
CNN Business previously spoke with users in countries with the test. The majority felt this move would improve well-being on the app. Instagram is the most detrimental social networking app for young people’s mental health, such as negatively impacting body image, according to one study.
But other users and psychologists said hiding likes won’t fix everything. The test doesn’t address some of the key ways that activity on Instagram can impact the well-being of users, including bullying, feeling left out and thinking other people’s lives are better than their own.
Renee Engeln, a psychology professor at Northwestern University, voiced his opinion that the biggest impact of Instagram is the content and the exposure to this constant stream of perfected images is what seems to hurt psychologically. Plus, users can still see their own likes – and feel badly if their posts don’t perform well.
1. How do users usually experience Instagram for years?| A．By selecting platforms. | B．By showing off talents. |
| C．By hiding likes. | D．By giving likes. |
| A．profitable | B．popular | C．harmful | D．positive |
| A．Instagram has affected youngsters’ mental health. |
| B．The account owners won’t know the count o£ likes. |
| C．Instagram tested hiding likes in seven countries first. |
| D．The majority think Instagram has been a well-being app. |
| A．Instagram Misuses Likes |
| B．More People Are Against Likes |
| C．Likes Cause Mental Problems |
| D．Likes will Be Hidden on Instagram |
4 . When Central Bucks South became one of the first Philadelphia-area high schools to close due to fear of novel coronavirus exposure in early March, 16-year-old sophomore Andrew Chen knew that things were not going to return to normal as quickly as some of his peers hoped.
But still, the change from seeing his friends on the swim team during daily practices to learning alone at home was jarring. “I only have three years here at South, and it pains me to see one of them being wasted,” Chen said.
The coronavirus has upended everyone’s lives, but for students, the disruption feels particularly acute. Schools closed and graduation ceremonies were canceled. Summer plans, like camps and internships, are up in the air.
But right now, many students are trying to stay connected, struggling with misinformation, and figuring out the best ways they can help through online method.
For Josh Harycki, 17, a senior student at the Shipley School in Philadelphia, the best way to contribute was to create a “social distancing pledge” for young people.
“I saw a lot of younger generations not paying attention,” he said. “They were still going out, hanging out with people. I thought that there had to be a way to reach younger folks, who were probably not watching the news.”
Harycki launched a call to action on social media and then built a website with a map that tracked the locations of people who’d signed the pledge. The site also shares links to accurate sources of information like the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Harycki knows that his peers are worried they can’t connect with their friends in the same way, so he created the social distancing pledge to stress that while everyone might be physically distant, they’re still connected.
“Part of what we’re highlighting is that you might feel like you’re the only one taking this seriously, but our map shows that you’re not alone,” he said.
1. What do the underlined words “up in the air” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?| A．unnatural | B．uncertain | C．unnecessary | D．unreasonable |
| A．To show how the coronavirus affected students’ lives. |
| B．To explain what worried students most when schools closed. |
| C．To illustrate the appropriate reaction to the closure of school. |
| D．To present the different views of students toward the coronavirus. |
| A．Friends who are worried and bored. |
| B．Folks taking the coronavirus seriously. |
| C．Younger generations trying to contribute to society. |
| D．Young people who are not aware of the situation. |
| A．To track those people infected with the coronavirus. |
| B．To convince young people to stay at home. |
| C．To inform young folks of latest news about the coronavirus. |
| D．To show young people they shouldn’t be concerned about the coronavirus. |
5 . ● West Town
The Chicago Public Library (CPL) encourages lifelong learning by welcoming all people and offering equal access to information, entertainment and knowledge through materials, programs and events. Each year, Chicago Public Library recommends the Best of the Best, CPL’s selections of the very best books published that year.
● Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
● Holidays & Closures
All Staff Institute Day: Thursday, April 30, 2020 Closed All Day
Memorial Day: Monday, May 25, 2020 Closed All Day
Independence Day: Saturday, July 4, 2020 Closed All Day
Labor Day: Monday, September 7, 2020 Closed All Day
Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 26, 2020 Closed All Day
Christmas: Friday, December 25, 2020 Closed All Day
● Address & Contact
1625 W. Chicago Avenue
Chicago IL 60622
Phone: (312) 743-0450
Email: westtown@chipublib.org
● Get a Library Card
Getting a library card is easy – and it’s free! Please visit any CPL location to fill out an application.
Current, valid ID with name, photo and Chicago address is required.
● Facilities
Bike rack; Computers; Meeting room; Parking lot; Scanner; WiFi
● New at West Town
Firewatching by Russ Thomas
The Big Lie by James Grippando
Death by Chocolate Frosted Doughnut by Sarah Graves
The Girl in White Gloves by Kerri Maher
● Upcoming Events at West Town
Design Challenge Day
Description:
Are you up for a challenge? Welcome to drop in and tackle some design challenges using supplies provided by the library. Prizes will be awarded for most creative.
Suitable for: Kids and Teens
Time: Monday, July 20, 2020
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Film Screening: The Zookeeper’s Wife (2017)
Description:
Join the West Town branch for a screening of The Zookeeper’s Wife. A married couple who work as zoo caretakers help save Jews from the Holocaust.
Suitable for: Adults and Teens
Time: Tuesday, March 31, 2020
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
1. When can people go to Chicago Public Library?| A．11:00 am, April 29, 2020 | B．2:00 pm, May 25, 2020 |
| C．9:00 am, July 5, 2020 | D．6:00 pm, Nov 26, 2020 |
| A．The activity will last for 2 hours. |
| B．The activity will offer prizes. |
| C．The activity is mainly open to adults. |
| D．Participants can watch The Zookeeper’s Wife for free. |
| A．People can still return books when the library closes. |
| B．The library doesn’t have a parking lot for readers. |
| C．The Big Lie is one of the recommended books this year. |
| D．The library holds more activities for kids than for adults. |
6 . Tiger conservation safari
Visit the reserves of Kanha, Pench, and Satpura in search of the Bengal tiger. Learn how to identify tracks, set camera traps and understand the tiger's habital. Explore the parks by jeep, boat and on foot. Witness India's varied wildlife and hear from guest lecturers regarding conservation issues, the challenges they face in modern India and using tourism as a force for good. In partnership with Steppes Travel. In partnership with Intrepid Travel. Departing 10th April 2021.
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Space: Past and future
A comprehensive（综合的）tour visiting key sites in the history and future of space exploration. Covering NASA Space Centers and several museums across Washington, Orlando and Houslon. Ending up at Virgin Galactic Spaceport America, shortly starting commercial space flights. Joining the tours will be leading academics and journalists to add depth and insight to this highly engaging tour. In partnership with Intrepid Travel. Departing 18th September 2020.
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Whale watching in Baja
This is a wonderful opportunity to explore this rich marine world with some of the best naturalist guides. Art Taylor, owner and chaplain of the Searcher has been navigating these waters for over thirty years and is hugely passionate about the wildlife and sharing it with his passengers. Besides, there are a variety of experiences, ranging from snorkeling and hiking to birding and wildlife photography. In partnership with Intrepid Travel. Departing 6th June 2021.
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Land of fire and ice
Join an unforgettable tour of Iccland's splendid landscapes. Enjoy days filled with volcanic and geological adventure, and evening opportunities to see the Northern Lights. Spend time with a leading academic volcanologist, discovering the might of the planet as you are amazed at the sights, sounds and smells of erupting geysers, hot springs and bubbling mud. In partnership with Steppes Travel. Departing 7th November 2020.
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1. What is the best tour for you if you are interested in the universe?| A．Tiger conservation safari. | B．Space: Past and future. |
| C．Whale watching in Baja. | D．Land of fire and ice. |
| A．+44（0）208 1089 525. | B．+44（0）208 1089 516. |
| C．+44（0）208 1089 524. | D．+44（0）208 1089 514. |
| A．Guides or experts are included. | B．They are all about wildlife. |
| C．They work with Intrepid Travel. | D．They start in the same year. |
7 . Some students get so nervous before a test. They do poorly even if they know the material. Sian Beilock, a professor at the University of Chicago in Illinois, has studied these highly anxious test-takers. The students start worrying about the results. And when we worry, it actually uses up attention and memory resources（资源）.
Professor Beilock and another researcher, Gerardo Ramirez, have developed a possible solution. Just before an exam, highly anxious test-takers spend ten minutes writing about their worries about the test.
The researchers tested the idea on a group of twenty anxious college students. They gave them two short maths tests. After the first one, they asked the students to either sit quietly or write about their feelings about the upcoming second test.
Professor Beilock says those who sat quietly scored（得分） an average of 12% worse on the second test. But the students who had written about their fears improved（提高） their performance by an average of 5%. Next, the researchers used younger students in a biology class. They told them before final exams either to write about their feelings or to think about things unrelated（不相关的） to the test. Professor Beilock says highly anxious students who did the writing got an average grade of B+, compared to a B-for those who did not.
"What we showed is that for students who are highly test-anxious, and who'd done our writing intervention（干预）, all of a sudden there was no relationship between test anxiety and grades. They were performing just as well as their classmates who don't normally get nervous in these tests."
But what if students do not have a chance to write about their fears immediately before an exam? Professor Beilock says students can try it themselves at home or in the library and still improve their performance.
1. What do the students start worrying about before an exam?| A．Whether they can pass the exams. |
| B．What other students do during the test. |
| C．Whether they have remembered the materials. |
| D．What kind of problems they will meet on the test paper. |
| A．Making the students focused on the test. |
| B．Asking the students to sit quietly before the test. |
| C．Having the students write about their worries about the test. |
| D．Asking the students to direct the attention away from the test. |
| A．became less nervous before the test |
| B．were better at controlling their feelings |
| C．did worse than those who wrote about their feelings |
| D．did better than those who wrote about their feelings |
| A．writing about our worries before an exam can work a bit |
| B．we can only write about our worries right before an exam |
| C．the best place to write about our worries is in the test room |
| D．it doesn't matter where we write about our worries before an exam |
8 . Dance is one of the most wonderful forms of human communication. In many cultures, dance has both historic and cultural significance, which is communicated through learned gestures and expressions. Here are a bit more details about three of the world’s most beautiful dances.
Kathakali
Kathakali is a storytelling dance, during which performers use a variety of gestures, and eyes and facial expressions to communicate meanings. Costumes, hair styles, makeup and face paint, and jewelry also all hold specific meanings in the performance of kathakali. There are nine facial expressions used to express emotions ranging from sadness and anger to curiosity. Through their expressions, it should be completely clear to the viewer what the performer is intending to convey.
Tango
The dance has its roots in an African slave dance called candombe, which is also a type of music. One key factor of a candombe performance is a partnered dance, which has over time developed into the modern tango. If you can keep your eyes on one part of the tango, just focus on the dancers’ legs and feet. The tango is typically performed low to the ground, with both performers’ step-work often taking place at the same time. It’s complex and communicative.
Flamenco
One of the most interesting facts about the flamenco is that it began as a song. Over time, flamenco developed to include its now-famous passionate accompanying dance. One of the key factors of flamenco is palmas. It may look like simple, rhythmic clapping, but palmas are performed at different speeds, and strengths, and it is essential that the flamenco dancer understands how to make use of his or her hands as part of the performance.
1. What is special about kathakali?| A．It is intended to convey a romantic story. |
| B．It involves many expressions to attract viewers. |
| C．It’s a dance to tell a story and express many feelings. |
| D．It is a dance where people can learn how to exchange feelings. |
| A．The dancers’ arms and hands. | B．The dancers’ legs and feet. |
| C．The dancers’ facial expressions. | D．The dancers’ eyes and hands. |
| A．Kathakali. | B．Flamenco. | C．Tango. | D．Candombe |
9 . Summer Leadership Camp
Each July, Missouri Military Academy’s Summer Leadership Camp welcomes young men from across the country to train, compete and learn. The summer camp experience is a rewarding opportunity for young people to learn leadership skills.
Rein Community Service
Join Rein Community Service and earn up of 80 hours of community service credit this summer. Choose the community service program that is right for you and have a lasting influence on the lives of others. Through their work with various nonprofit agencies and volunteer organizations, our teen community service volunteers will experience the joy of improving the global community while having the adventure of a lifetime.
Green River Preserve
Green River Preserve is a noncompetitive summer camp connecting children to nature. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, Green River Preserve inspires campers to have a greater understanding of themselves, their environment and their fellow man.
English Language Camp
At the camp, children will build their confidence while also acquiring the basic skills of conversation, vocabulary and grammar. Our class sizes are small, allowing every child to receive the required personal attention from our fully qualified and professional teachers who all have a wealth of experience in coaching children from all around the world.
1. Missouri Military Academy’s Summer Leadership Camp is mainly designed for young people who ________.| A．want to be soldiers | B．like to compete with others |
| C．want to develop leadership skills | D．are not good at expressing themselves |
| A．confident | B．competitive |
| C．loving and caring | D．strong and brave |
| A．Summer Leadership Camp. | B．Rein Community Service. |
| C．Green River Preserve. | D．English Language Camp. |
10 . Tencent announced yesterday that it will limit the daily time for youngsters to play its popular King of Glory game after parents and schools in Shanghai and other areas complained their children had become addicted to playing it.
From tomorrow, children younger than 12 will only be allowed to play the game for a maximum(最大值) of one hour a day, and after 9 pm, they will be banned from logging into it, said Tencent. Those older than 12 will be able to play a maximum two hours a day.
The game system will remind players the time they have been playing and young players will be forced to log out when the time is up.
Tencent claimed these were the strictest measures in China’s game industry to prevent addiction and the company expected they would ease parents’ anxiety.
The company also said it had updated its system for parents to keep tabs on their children using its games.
Since February, parents can receive messages when children log in and spend money on the game after they connect children’s game accounts with their mobile phone numbers.
Now, parents can connect phones, tablets or computers that their children use to play games, so that they can keep an eye on the children even if they have several game accounts, Tencent said.
Song Zhe, a father of a Shanghai high school student, welcomed the measures but was not sure if they would be sufficiently effective. “I like the system that could lock up the devices as children can register many accounts,” he said, “but children are so clever that they can always think out counter measures.”
1. What can we infer from Paragraph 2?| A．Kids under 11 could play the game for at most 7 hours in a week. |
| B．Girls under 8 are able to log in the game at 10 pm. |
| C．Those older than 16 are able to play the game all the time. |
| D．Children over 13 can log in the game after playing 3 hours in a day. |
| A．be careful with | B．be in control of |
| C．have an eye on | D．keep contact with |
| A．Parents can monitor their children even if they try to register different game accounts. |
| B．Parents need to connect their tablets or computers to the game accounts of their children. |
| C．Parents can be reminded of the time their children have been playing the games. |
| D．Parents should pay attention to their phones all the time in case they miss any message. |
| A．The game system was absolutely welcomed by him. |
| B．Children were too dull to break out of the system. |
| C．He was uncertain about the effectiveness of the system. |
| D．Children could register lots of accounts to unlock the devices. |
