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2 . In recent years advances in medical technology have made it possible for people to live longer than in the past. New medicines and machines are developing every day to extend life.
However, some people, including some doctors, are not in favor of these life extending measures, and they say that people should have the right(权利) to die when they want. They say that the quality of life is as important as life itself, and that people should not be forced to go on living when conditions of life have become unbearable. They say that people should be allowed to die with dignity(尊严) and to decide when they want to die.
Others don’ t agree and say that life under any conditions is better than death and that the duty of doctors is always to extend life as long as possible. And so the battle goes on and on without a definite(明确的) answer.
1. People can live longer than in the past. It’ s because________.A.medical technology develops | B.we have big hospitals |
C.there are many good doctors | D.we eat better than before |
A.the doctors | B.the surroundings |
C.his or his family | D.the patient himself or herself |
A.death is better than life | B.life is better than death |
C.neither life nor death is good | D.none of the above |
3 . Pet parents — cats and dogs under 20 pounds — can travel on Capitol Corridor for $30 one-way! If your furry family member fits the bill, take them on your next adventure. Check out the information below and how to book your next trip. Our check-in process is simple, making traveling with your four-legged friend easy and enjoyable.
What to Know
As you plan your next train trip with your pet, note that we welcome a maximum (最大) of 6pets per train. Booking needs to happen in advance and only one pet reservation is allowed per customer. Pets cannot be booked with multi-ride tickets, bus connections or unaccompanied minors (未成年人).
When at the station, your pet must always travel in a carrier, which counts as one piece of carry-on baggage, and the combined weight of your pet and carrier is 20 pounds. While aboard trains, it must be able to sit, lie down and remain entirely inside without touching the sides of the carrier. It is not permitted in the Café, or Quiet Cars.
How to Book
Select your trip on the booking machine.
Add your travel details and proceed until you see the option to customize (定制) your trip.
Add a pet to your booking for $30.
Contact 800-USA-RAIL if you need to change your reservation.
The Rules
Your pet must be at least eight weeks old and be unsmelly, harmless, not disruptive, and require no attention during travel.
You confirm that your pet is up to date on all vaccinations and accept responsibility for your pet by signing the pet release document at check-in.
1. How much does a pet owner have to pay for the pet for a round-trip?A.$15. | B.$30. | C.$45. | D.$60. |
A.Book ahead of schedule. | B.Take a carrier weighing 20 pounds. |
C.Buy a multi-ride ticket. | D.Contact 800-USA-RAIL first. |
A.Eat in the Café. | B.Sleep in Quiet Cars. |
C.Travel in a carrier. | D.Lie behind the door. |
4 . Distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic has made both physical and social connections a touch more difficult to maintain. For Stanford University student Millie Salvato, being apart from her friend on the opposite coast has proved challenging. Sometimes a text or video call is not enough, and people in Salvato’s situation often long for a way to send a comforting hug from afar. In a new study detailed in IEEE Transactions on Haptics, she and her colleagues demonstrated a wearable sleeve that can simulate (模拟) human touch and convey social messages sent electronically.
Salvato and her team measured how 37 participants expressed social messages in different situations. In each test, one person wore a pressure-sensing device on an arm, and another touched it to respond to six different scenes: attention seeking, gratitude, happiness, calming, love and sadness. After collecting 661 touch movements, Salvato and her colleagues mapped the location and pressure of each. Next, they used a machine-learning algorithm (算法) to select the movements that were most reliable part of each response. Finally, they programmed a wearable sleeve to simulate these movements using eight built-in disks that vibrate when electronically signaled. “The instant it received signals, I could feel the touch and identify its intended meaning.” One participant reported.
Even with no training, the participants correctly matched the simulated touches to the six scenes 45 percent of the time. For comparison, a previous study found participants could match scenes for touches from real human hands 55 percent of the time.
Gerling, a touch researcher at Harvard who was not involved in the study, said the invention was really surprising. But the study was small and needs to cover far larger groups of people to determine exactly which are the most desirable responses. Besides, he believes the sleeve surely will enjoy great popularity once launched on the market.
1. What were participants asked to do during the study?A.Pick up reliable responses. | B.Model on electronic touches. |
C.Respond to different situations. | D.Mark out programmed movements. |
A.To keep track of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
B.To imitate human touch and express social messages sent electronically . |
C.To enjoy great popularity once launched on the market. |
D.To stress the significance of physical and social connections . |
A.Covering more scenes. | B.Launching on the market. |
C.Conducting further research. | D.Interviewing the participants. |
A.Electronic Sleeves Helping Feel Virtual Touch |
B.New Technology Improving Social Connections |
C.New Sensing Device Increasing Physical Touches |
D.Electronic Sleeves Responding to Different Situations |
A.There aren’t similar apps at present. |
B.The app won’t be popular among people. |
C.She can’t decide on the charge for the app now. |
6 . Seasons in Lancaster, PA
Winter, spring, summer or fall—there’s something for every season in Lancaster! Lancaster, PA is wonderful for all four seasons. No matter what time of year you choose to visit Lancaster County, you’ll find plenty to fill your days and many memories to be made.
Spring
Time to shake off cabin fever (幽居症) and head outside to enjoy the warmer weather and beautiful Lancaster County countryside. From birding and biking to Amish Mud Sales and Easter events, Lancaster is full of things to do and experience during this season.
Summer
Summertime is a fantastic time to discover all the things to do in Lancaster County. The longer days, the warmer nights, and the magical hours at sunset make summer ideal for exploring more of the expected and unexpected here in this area.
Fall
As the air grows cooler and the leaves more colorful, it feels like Lancaster is made for this time of year. Walk around the garden rows to pick apples straight from the trees, hang about at a community fair or festival, and experience the bright leaves of fall in Lancaster. Fall in Lancaster County is also the best time to get local produce and seasonal goods, homemade crafts (工艺品) at roadside stands and farmers’ markets.
Winter
Brave the cold or enjoy the warmer climates of the great indoors—winter in Lancaster County is a wonderland filled with exciting things to do and see. Festive holiday events and shows are also plentiful in Lancaster, making for a pleasant holiday season.
1. Which season of Lancaster may bird watchers like best?A.Spring. | B.Summer. | C.Fall. | D.Winter. |
A.Build gardens. | B.Watch sunset. |
C.Buy farm products. | D.Experience various festive events. |
A.Travel. | B.Culture. | C.Education. | D.Environment |
7 . This is shaping up to be a big year for US theme parks — and we’re not just talking about Disney. From coast to coast, theme parks are opening exciting new rides for people.
Legoland New York Resort
Over Memorial Day weekend, Legoland opened its newest attraction: a Lego-themed water playground where families can play water, slide and beat the heat. There is also a nearby changing area so you can take off your wet swimsuit when you’re ready to head for the park’s land-based attractions.
Universal Studios Hollywood
Though the land has only one ride, Super Nintendo World has more than enough to keep you busy after you race to the finish. Throughout the land, there are interactive challenges where you can collect digital coins and try to secure a top score. You will also find all the souvenirs and clothing you need to complete your experience.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
The Serengeti Flyer swing ride is currently the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind. You’ll rise rapidly above zebras, giraffes and other animals that reside in the park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain. Because of its extreme nature, the ride has a 48-inch (英寸) minimum (最小的) height requirement.
Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s newest coaster (过山车) will have guests racing through the dark while attempting to escape a castle. DarKoaster is a fully indoor coaster with ride vehicles designed to look like snowmobiles. You’ll need them to travel through the strange snowstorm inside the castle.
1. What can visitors do at Legoland New York Resort?A.Play water. | B.Collect digital coins. |
C.Experience a snowstorm. | D.Take the world’s tallest ride. |
A.Great love for animals. | B.Wearing special clothes. |
C.The company of family. | D.Being at least 48 inches in height. |
A.Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. | B.Busch Gardens Williamsburg. |
C.Legoland New York Resort. | D.Universal Studios Hollywood. |
8 . Our life has become more and more intelligent over
The smart home seems to be designed
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A.a | B.the | C.an | D./ |
A.called | B.to call | C.calling | D.was called |
A.powerless | B.powerful | C.power | D.powered |
A.who | B.which | C.when | D.why |
A.to attend | B.attending | C.attended | D.attends |
A.provides | B.provided | C.is provided | D.are provided |
A.instance | B.instants | C.instantly | D.instant |
A.lives | B.to live | C.lived | D.living |
A.dependently | B.independently | C.independence | D.dependence |
A.about | B.of | C.as | D.on |
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What is the best
A.sleep | B.read | C.drink | D.eat |
A.sport | B.exercise | C.knowledge | D.meat |
A.interesting | B.interested | C.weak | D.good |
A.something | B.everything | C.nothing | D.anything |
A.lend | B.write | C.learn | D.read |
A.try | B.have | C.think | D.wait |
A.place | B.way | C.school | D.road |
A.on | B.with | C.by | D.to |
A.seldom | B.sometimes | C.never | D.always |
A.harder | B.much | C.well | D.better |
A.Collect her tickets. | B.Book tickets. | C.See a film. |