1. Why did the speaker buy a new umbrella?
| A．His old one was damaged. | B．He really loved that one. | C．He failed to bring one. |
| A．It is very close to a bakery. | B．It is beside the Eiffel Tower. | C．It is within walking distance to Louvre. |
| A．To see some artworks. | B．To eat some French food. | C．To meet some good friends. |
2 . Top Chinese Restaurants in the Greater Seattle Area
Dumpling Generation
As the name implies, baskets of steamed dumplings are the move here. The wrappers are hand-rolled—not too thin or thick—and the fillings are savory and juicy. Ifyou prefer a strong taste, get the dumplings that include Chinese chives (韭菜), which have large, flat leaves that aren’t afraid to announce their presence.
Xi’an Noodles
Biang biang noodles take their name from the satisfying sound you hear when chefs slap dough (面团) on the counter. The impact creates the specialty noodles of the northwest Chinese city of Xi’an. These chewy, hand-ripped noodles center in most dishes on the menu. Order them as a soup,or as a bowl tossed with spicy cumin (孜然) lamb or just some chili hot oil.
Friendship BBQ
The Northeastern-Chinese-style grilled baroque restaurant is actually the Seattle branch of a New York-based chain. Meats and seafood come coated in a cumin-forward seasoning with your choice of spice level. Don’t miss the side dishes, including the garlic eggplant, which is roasted until the flesh is covered with a garlic sauce. Despite its authentic taste, you’ll constantly be wowed by its cool new recipes. That’s probably what sets it apart in the Chinese food scene.
Imperial Garden
The dim sum menu contains all the favorites and any extras make great takeaway. But Imperial Garden’s star remains the Peking Roast Duck—shaved pieces of meat topped with long narrow pieces of shiny duck skin,served with steamed pancakes. While the restaurant uses white tablecloths and is spacious enough to accommodate large banquets, the vibe (氛围) isn’t formal.
1. What do Dumpling Generation and Xi’an Noodles have in common?| A．Steamed foods. | B．Plain taste. |
| C．Handmade dishes. | D．Northwestern origin. |
| A．It’s not locally owned. | B．It has innovative spirit. |
| C．It features roasted dishes. | D．It has casual atmosphere. |
| A．Imperial Garden. | B．Dumpling Generation. |
| C．Friendship BBQ. | D．Xi’an Noodles. |
3 . The Rise of “China-chic”
Over past years, guochao, or “China-chic” has been gaining popularity among Chinese consumers. Guochao conveys the cultural heritage and values of China.
The idea of guochao was first borrowed from some international brands, and began to win over Chinese consumers in 2015.
In its third stage, guochao became more common in everyday life. Over the past decade, guochao has expanded from consumer goods to experiential products. As consumers are showing greater interest in cultural identity and creativity, productions like the TV program National Treasure, and the dance show Night Banquet in Tang Dynasty Palace integrate cultural and historical elements with the latest audio-visual technologies.
Nowadays, guochao is moving to the next stage. No matter how the trend evolves, Chinese people’s positive attitude toward the country’s development and their recognition of and growing confidence in national culture won’t change.
| A．The trend grew in the following years |
| B．They give the viewers a totally new experience |
| C．The next stage saw the rise of China’s native fashion trends |
| D．It also expresses national pride and confidence in a new era |
| E．The second period of guochao mainly features hi-tech sectors |
| F．Its success will rely first and foremost on gaining cultural confidence |
| G．The concept of “Made in China” was recognized as the representation of Chinese culture |
4 . The Guide to the Lively Arts
Free CountryWednesday, June 21 at 7 pm
Marine Band summer concerts are back now! Enjoy outdoor & live-streamed concerts around the DMV. This week Free Country takes the stage for a lineup of Motown, Classic Rock & the like. Check out full programs and the diverse schedule of performances for the summer online. No tickets required.
Dance to the MusicFriday, June 23 at 8 pm
Friday night Concerts at the Capitol are back! This week, the pop/rock group, Downrange, presents a program of upbeat popular hits. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy world-class music under Washington, DC skies.
Price: $19-$39.
Summer Concert SeriesSaturday, June 24 at 7 pm at National Harbor
Tuesday, June 27 at 8 pm at the U. S. Capitol Steps
Join the Concert Band for two FREE concerts in the Summer Concert Series on Saturday evening at the National Harbor Waterfront and Tuesday evening on the West Lawn at the steps of the U. S. Capitol.
C. S. Lewis on StageJune 28 — 30 three shows only!
Award-winning actor Max McLean’s outstanding performance captures C. S. Lewis’s charming personality and astonishing eloquence (口才) to create an onstage experience exploring deep into the soul of one of the most influential thinkers of the century. With McLean’s talent for humor, expect plenty of laughs in this show.
Price: $79-$99.
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1. What do Free Country and Dance to the Music have in common?| A．They charge ticket fees. | B．They are broadcast online. |
| C．They feature classic music. | D．They are performed outdoors. |
| A．Free Country. | B．C. S. Lewis on Stage. |
| C．Dance to the Music. | D．Summer Concert Series. |
| A．Arts. | B．Style. | C．Weekend. | D．Culture. |
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When Dylan was just seven years old, he moved to the United States with his mother, Khadine, and his twin younger brothers. The family hoped that their new home would allow them to start over and find success. However, their dream didn’t work out exactly as they imagined it would.
Life as a single mother supporting three kids is incredibly difficult, but Khadine had a particularly difficult time after her twin sons had been diagnosed with serious heart conditions. As a result, the boys suffered from dangerous symptoms and required 24-hour care. As Khadine had to work three jobs to support her family financially, it became Dylan’s responsibility to look after his young brothers. To relieve Mom’s stress, Dylan also found a part-time job at a recreation center.
While Dylan never considered his family to be a burden to him, seeing his mother and brothers become vulnerable (脆弱的) made him determined to plan his future out correctly. He believed education was the only way out of their struggle, so he made a promise to his mother that he would be the first one in the family to go to college.
For that promise, Dylan made use of each and every minute to study while taking care of his brothers. He soon became an honor student at Henry High School and took several advanced classes to keep his grades up. The College of New Jersey was his top choice. He was determined to put that admission letter in his mother’s hands.
However, weeks before Dylan’s college entrance exam, both his family and his determination were tested again when Khadine fell ill and was unable to work for a while. Soon, the bills became unmanageable and the landlord evicted (驱逐) Dylan’s family after Khadine couldn’t pay the rent. The family had no choice but to live in the shelter. The place wasn’t an ideal place to study. It was often noisy and crowded, and the lights would go out at a certain time after 11 p.m.
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But Dylan continued to follow his dream.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Weeks after his application, an envelope carrying good news arrived.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________7 . You’ve probably heard countless times how exercise is “good for you”. But did you know that it can improve your mood too?
Exercising regularly can help prevent weight gain, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Exercises like jumping or lifting weights can help keep your bones strong. Also, when you exercise, your body makes chemicals that help you feel good. Exercise lowers your chances of depression and decreases feelings of anxiety.
Considering all the health benefits of being physically active, it’s easy to see why doing exercise is wise. And the great thing is that it’s never too late to start.
However, sometimes you may find it hard to keep exercising regularly.
| A．Even small things can count as exercise |
| B．Everyone can benefit from moving more and sitting less |
| C．Exercise benefits every part of the body, including the mind |
| D．Sports and activities that encourage flexibility are easy to find |
| E．One of the biggest reasons people drop an exercise program is a lack of interest |
| F．Plus, exercise can give you a sense of accomplishment after you achieve a goal |
| G．Strengthening the heart, muscles and bones isn’t the only important goal of exercise |
8 . Working without going to work? Yeye, a project manager and online English teacher, has been traveling around the world without giving up her job, reported Global Times. Traveling from Yunnan to Zhejiang and Hainan while working remotely via a laptop since 2020, she is one of the many so-called “digital nomads”(数字游民).
Digital nomads are people who are location-independent and use technology to perform their jobs while living a nomadic lifestyle, according to Investopedia, an information source platform for financial content. Digital nomads work remotely as they travel around, telecommuting rather than being physically present at a company office.
The number of digital nomads has increased strongly in the past few years. A 2021 report stated that in the US the number of digital nomads increased by 112 percent from 7.3 million in 2019 to 15.5 million in 2021. Hu Jiayin, an assistant professor at the National School of Development at Peking University, said in a speech that “nearly 80 percent of job hunters of Zhaopin, a job seeking platform, long to become digital nomads”.
The COVID-19 pandemic is another new reason for the rising popularity of becoming a digital nomad worldwide, noted Investopedia. During the pandemic, remote work is largely admitted by companies as being useful, making them increasingly aware that the necessary work can still be done smoothly without having workers at the office. Besides, working remotely is indeed a good way to reduce the risk of being infected whenever there are confirmed cases nearby. As long as conditions allow for it, digital nomads may also travel as they work.
The digital nomad lifestyle also suits the young generation’s pursuit of freedom, according to Hu. “Young people born in the 2000s long for freedom as well as stability,” she said. A job with no on-site requirement is therefore attractive to them. With a laptop, digital nomads can work anywhere they want. Traveling, bathing, or lying in bed can happen at the same time as working, Hu said.
1. Who is a digital nomad?| A．A programmer working for a digital company. |
| B．An engineer working remotely through the internet. |
| C．A journalist who travels after finishing his work. |
| D．A school teacher online classes during lockdown. |
| A．To describe what is required to be a digital nomad. |
| B．To present the impact of the digital nomad lifestyle. |
| C．To explain what promotes the digital nomad lifestyle. |
| D．To show the popularity of the digital nomad lifestyle. |
| A．A way to improve work efficiency. |
| B．The pandemic has totally changed the way people work. |
| C．The advantages and disadvantages of a digital nomad. |
| D．The pandemic has made the digital nomad lifestyle more popular. |
| A．They value freedom and stability. |
| B．They love to have fun while working. |
| C．They like to get a taste of something new. |
| D．They are unwilling to be away from home. |
9 . Despite the fact that parrots are well known for their long lives and complex cognition(认知), it remains unknown whether the two features have influenced each other.
“The problem has been sourcing good quality data,” said Simeon Smeele, a doctoral student at the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior(MPI-AB), and lead author of the study that tried to solve this question.
Scientists from the MPI-AB and the Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology(MPI-EvA)teamed up with Species 360 to collect data from over 130,000 individual parrots sourced from over 1,000 zoos to find the average lifespan(寿命)of 217 parrot species.
The analysis revealed an astonishing diversity in life expectancy, ranging from an average of two years for the fig parrot up to an average of 30 years for the scarlet macaw.
Next, the team tried to determine whether or not parrots’ famous cognitive abilities had any influence on their lifespans. Their results support the theory that increased brain size has enabled longer lifespans. Because brain size relative to body size can be an indicator of intelligence, the findings suggested that the parrots with larger brains were able to survive for longer in the wild.
The scientists were surprised that factors such as diet, or the greater developmental time required to develop larger brains, did not lead to longer average lifespans.
In the future, the team plan to explore if sociality and cultural learning in parrots might have also contributed to long lifespans. Smeele said: “Large-brained birds might spend more time socially learning foraging(觅食)techniques that have been around for multiple generations. This increased learning period could potentially also explain the longer life spans, as it takes more time but also makes the foraging techniques more adaptive.”
1. What did the study aim to find out about parrots?| A．The diversity in their life expectancies. |
| B．The factors that influence their intelligence. |
| C．The features that help them survive in the wild. |
| D．The link between their cognition and lifespan. |
| A．By surveying over 1,000 zoos. | B．By examining parrots’ brains. |
| C．By analyzing the collected data. | D．By observing parrots’ behavior. |
| A．Their diet. | B．Their larger brains. |
| C．Their body size. | D．Their brains’ development time. |
| A．Supporting evidence for the research results. |
| B．Further research based on current findings. |
| C．Potential application of the research findings. |
| D．A further explanation of the research methods. |
10 . Derek Veal found an old suitcase filled with photos, some more than 100 years old, when he explored his grandfather’s old house in Georgia. It belonged to his great-grandmother, who had Alzheimer’s(老年痴呆症)and lived in a nursing home. Veal and his grandfather went to visit her with the photos, hoping she could tell them more about the photos. What happened next changed Veal’s life.
“Everything came back to her when she saw these pictures,” Veal said. “She recognized her sisters, her aunts, her grandparents…It was the first time I had ever seen someone’s excitement from an old photo returning to them.”
The experience made Veal realize the power of old photos to hold precious and long-forgotten memories and restore a sense of identity. It never left him. Two years ago, when he came across old family photos for sale at a thrift store(旧货店), he decided to pick one picture and try to track down the family. Soon, he was inspired to buy more photos and started a Facebook group called Old Photo Project to aid in finding their families.
Veal is not alone in this hobby. David Gutenmacher, 26, lives in Queens, New York, and started his project, Museum of Lost Memories, in late 2020. He has already had over 300,000 followers on Instagram and over 750,000 on TikTok. “Some of my posts have gone viral and twice a person or family was tracked down in a matter of minutes!” Gutenmacher said. These lost pictures can bring the memories back to the families they belong to.
What makes this hobby so unique is not only how it gives people the chance to help others, but it also brings these enthusiasts a sense of purpose. “I feel like this is my calling,” said Gutenmacher. “The more I return memories, the more it feels like I’m supposed to be doing this.”
1. According to the text, what changed Veal’s life?| A．His awareness of the value of old photos. |
| B．The true stories about his great-grandmother. |
| C．His family’s history shown in the photos. |
| D．His exploration of his grandfather’s old house. |
| A．Have been updated regularly. | B．Have received some comments. |
| C．Have made people think deeply. | D．Have spread quickly and widely. |
| A．It’s not easy. | B．It’s not enough. |
| C．It’s his duty. | D．It’s just a hobby. |
| A．Returning Lost Memories | B．Old Photos for Photo Enthusiasts |
| C．The Power of Photos on the Internet | D．Researching the History of a Family |
