1 . The QUIK-FRY^TM Electronic Wok

It is important that you read this carefully before first using the wok. Until you become familiar with the product, we advise that you can keep this handy and refer to it when required.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS:

◇ In order to prevent the risk of electric shock. DO Nor IMMERSE the cord or the probe in water or any other liquid.

◇Whenever he wok is used near children, it is essential that close supervision takes place Never leave the appliance unattended while in use. Before disassembling the wok for cleaning, SWITCH OFF AND REMOVE THE PLUG from the power source.

◇ DO NOT USE THE Quick-Fry WOK OUTDOORS.

◇ Avoid touching hot surfaces; instead use the heat resistant handles on the wok or the heal-resistant plastic knob on top of the glass hid. DO NOT OPERATE NEAR HOT SURFACES such as electric hotplates, gas burners or in a heated oven.

◇DO NOT COVER the Quick-Fry wok with the lid while using it to deep fry foods. Failure to comply will cause condensation to drip onto the oil and cause splattering.

◇DO NOT ATTEMPT REPAIR of the Quick Fry wok. If the cord becomes damaged, or if the appliance is malfunctioning, do not operate. Return the appliance to the nearest authorized service center for repair. DO NOT OPEN THE BASE OR TOUCH THE ELECTRICAL COMONENTS INSIDE. Tampering with the base will void the warranty.

Manufactured for operation only from a standard domestic power source.

How to Use the Quick-Fry Electric Wok:

Be sure to season the wok before using it for the first time, Assemble the wok and heat to the highest setting. Rub the non-stick inner surface of the wok with 1 tablespoon of oil. Use thick paper toweling. and be very careful to avoid touching the hot surface.

Cooking Methods:

Cooking Method	Heat Required	Food Preparation	Action Required	Time
Stir Frying	very high	cut into uniform cubes or small shreds	use tossing motion in a small amount of oil	2-3 minutes
Braising	very high	as for stir frying	add liquid after stir fry ing, then simmer until cooked	5-10 minutes
Deep Frying	high	wipe moisture from food	cook only a few pieces at a time	<5 minutes
Shallow Frying	high	pre-cook food	as for deep frying, but use only 2 tbsp of oil	<5 minutes

1. This text is most probably from _______ .

A．an advertisement for the electric wok

B．a cooking book designed for customers

C．an instruction booklet for the wok

D．a customer review of the wok

2. One of the advantages of the wok is that _______.

A．you don't need to pay close attention to it when cooking

B．you may remove its base when cleaning the wok

C．you can repair the wok by yourself when it is not working properly

D．you can touch the wok because it is totally free from heat

2 . Vancouver(温哥华)
Natural Resources:

As a major centre for the global forestry industry, Vancouver is host to many international forestry conferences and events, and the natural home of the massive BC forestry business. Companies such as Canfor and West Fraser Timber Co., the second and third largest lumber(木材)producers in the world, are headquartered in Vancouver. Vancouver is also a major centre for the mining industry.

International trade:

International trade is a key part for Vancouver's economy．The city has Canada's largest port and is one of North America's major gateways for Pan-Pacific(泛太平洋)trade. The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports and second on the West Coast in total goods volume.

Banking and Financial:
     The headquarters for HSBC Canada (汇丰银行)is located in the Financial District in downtown. Canada's third largest commercial entity(实体), Jim Pattison Group is also based in Vancouver.
International relation:

Vancouver is a major centre for diplomacy(外交) and foreign relations. Most countries of the world have consulate(领事馆)or general offices in the Central Business District. In fact, many major diplomatic conferences are hosted by the city - including the world famous G7 summit with President Clinton, APEC, and the World Trade Organization. Greenpeace has its world headquarters in the city. Therefore, Vancouver was among the first North American cities to declare itself a Nuclear Weapons Free Zone.

Tourism:

Tourism is a leading industry to Vancouver. The Whistler-Blackcomb Resort is among the most popular skiing resorts in North America, and will be the site of the downhill events of the 2010 Winter Olympics. Vancouver's beaches, parks, waterfronts, and mountain backdrops and its multi- cultural character attract more and more tourists.

Film:

Vancouver was the source of the sobriquet(绰号)"Hollywood North", for hosting the production of about ten percent of Hollywood's movies. Many U. S. television and films series are shot exclusively in Vancouver. This has partly been because of the favorable Canadian dollar exchange rate.

1. Which of the following description about Vancouver is NOT true according to the passage?

A．The Port of Vancouver ranks first in North America in total foreign exports

B．Vancouver is a film production centre and called “Hollywood North".

C．International forestry conferences and events were held in Vancouver.

D．Vancouver is a leading centre for the global agriculture and industry.

2. Which of the following organizations or events is not related to Vancouver?

A．Jim Pattison Group	B．WHO
C．Greenpeace	D．The 2010 Winter Olympics

3. If you are a graduate from Shanghai Finance and Economics University, what is it that will probably attract you to visit Vancouver?

A．HSBC Canada	B．Its film industry
C．Its international trade.	D．Its beautiful natural scenery

4. We can infer______ from the part: International relation.

A．Vancouver is a major centre for foreign relations.

B．Vancouver has hosted many major diplomatic conferences.

C．APEC and WTO are headquartered in Vancouver

D．Canada is a peace-loving country.

5. The passage is probably taken from________.

A．a magazine	B．a geography book
C．a newspaper	D．an entertainment book

3 . Two Earthquakes in Two Months:

Comparing the Quakes in Haiti (海地) and Chile (智利)

Overview (概要) How do the earthquakes in Chile and Haiti compare? Here, students perform a gallery walk to learn more about the earthquakes from a specific point, and then do a specific research and presentation project or response activity. Finally, they seek answers to their unanswered questions.

Materials Print copies of photographs, charts, documents and other visuals to display, as described below; computer (s) with Internet access (optional), research materials, handouts.

Warm-up Choose and prepare a “gallery” of photographs, graphics, news reports and other materials to display around the room to enable students to consider the 2010 earthquake in Chile.

Depending on course program, choose materials for the gallery that provide a window on the two quakes, through one of the following specific points, or the focus of your choice:

Earthquakes through History Putting the 2010 Chilean and Haitian quakes into historical view related to other earthquakes, including the 1960 Chilean quake and the 2004 Asian earthquake and tsunami.

Rescue and Aid Considering domestic and international response to the disasters by militaries, governments and aid organizations, including rescue and recovery as well as efforts to provide food, water, health care and shelter to those affected.

Related The article Underwater Plate Cuts 400 Mile Gash compares several earthquakes:

Mr. Lin figured that the quake on Saturday was 250 to 350 times more powerful than the Haitian quake.

But Paul Caruso noted that at least on land, the effects of the Chilean tremor (震动) might not be as bad. For one thing, he said, the quality of building construction is generally better in Chile than in Haiti. And the fact that the quake occurred offshore should also help limit the destruction. In Haiti, the rupture (断裂) occurred only a few miles from the capital, Port-au-Prince. The rupture on Saturday was centered about 60 miles from the nearest town, Chillan, and 70 miles from the country’s second-largest city, Concepción.

Read the article using the following questions.

1. Which of the following shows one of the reasons for slighter losses in Chile than in Haiti?

A．Position:

B．Power:

C．Building:

D．Rescue:

2. We can infer that the article Underwater Plate Cuts 400 Mile Gash includes ________.

A．the causes of the 2010 Chilean earthquake and the 1960 Chilean earthquake

B．the comparison between the 2010 Haitian and the 2004 Indonesian earthquakes

C．the reason for the 2010 Chilean quake being more powerful than January’s Haitian earthquake

D．the reason for less damage in the 2010 Chilean quake than in the 2004 Indonesian earthquake

3. What the passage most likely to be?

A．A program for research.	B．A guide to earthquake study.
C．An advertisement for students.	D．An introduction to quakes.