1 . Reimagining the Outdoors: A Photography Workshop with Julia Reynolds
Discover the art of capturing the beauty of nature in this exclusive online workshop organized by Nature’s Lens Magazine.
Renowned photographer Julia Reynolds will guide participants through the essential techniques and creative processes involved in outdoor photography. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced photographer, Julia’s expert instruction will inspire you to explore the natural world with your camera lens.
Workshop Highlights:

Exploring Outdoor Photography: Understand the unique challenges and opportunities of outdoor photography.

Composition and Lighting: Learn how to compose stunning outdoor shots and make the most of natural lighting.

Capturing the Moment: Master the art of timing and anticipation to capture the perfect outdoor photograph.

Editing and Post-Processing: Discover essential editing techniques to enhance your outdoor photographs.

Who Should Attend:
▲ Photography enthusiasts eager to improve their outdoor photography skills.
▲ Nature lovers looking to capture the beauty of the great outdoors.
▲ Beginners interested in learning the basics of photography.
Workshop Details:
★ Date: Saturday, July 15, 2024
★ Time: 10am-1pm (GMT)
★ Participants will receive a recording of the workshop for future reference.
★ Upon registration, participants will receive an email with access details.
Please note: This workshop will be conducted via Zoom. Participants are advised to review Zoom’s privacy policy and terms and conditions prior to registration. Refunds will not be issued for non-attendance or cancellations.
1. What aspect of photography does the workshop focus on?

A．Editing techniques.

B．Composition and lighting.

C．Capturing the moment.

D．Exploring outdoor photography.

2. When might you need to send an email?

A．To inquire about the workshop content.

B．Upon purchasing a ticket to the workshop.

C．To receive additional learning materials.

D．If you haven’t received the access details.

3. What benefit is assured for participants?

A．Unlimited access to Zoom.

B．Free registration for future workshops.

C．A recording of the workshop.

D．24-hour live broadcasting of the workshop.

4 . A 63-year-old man learning ballet a decade ago has become a hit on social media. James Cox has been a ballet ___________ as long as he can remember, but he never really got the chance to practice it himself. Growing up in a poor rural family, his main focus was always on ___________ or doing housework instead of dancing that was definitely a ___________ he could not afford. He ended up becoming a farmer, but he never got over his love for ballet.

“One day, I saw a ballet basic training course on TV, which ___________ the idea that I should try to learn to dance,” James said in an interview. Ballet requires a fit and ___________ body that is almost impossible to ___________ at a certain age without lifetime training. Becoming a ballet dancer at age 53 was far from ___________ in the world, and most of his friends didn’t understand why he ___________ this tough training at his age. But James Cox ___________ them all with the help of his family, who have always been very ____________ of his passion.

Not only does ballet make him a delighted man, but he is convinced that it has done ____________ for his health as well. “In the past, I had stomach problems. After dancing ____________ over the past decade, the stomach issues have mostly ________   ,” the 63 year old ballet dancer said “When I am in this class, I feel ____________ as if I have become young again,” James added “I am now doing what I ____________ to do when I was young.”

1.

A．learner

B．fan

C．coach

D．performer

2.

A．playing

B．drawing

C．farming

D．traveling

3.

A．luxury

B．present

C．prize

D．treasure

4.

A．fueled

B．reflected

C．changed

D．forecasted

5.

A．beautiful

B．strong

C．delicate

D．flexible

6.

A．recover

B．replace

C．acquire

D．identify

7.

A．hard

B．easy

C．influential

D．astonishing

8.

A．tested out

B．put off

C．missed out

D．took up

9.

A．abandoned

B．ignored

C．guided

D．promised

10.

A．supportive

B．ashamed

C．critical

D．aware

11.

A．researches

B．wonders

C．problems

D．signals

12.

A．occasionally

B．temporarily

C．slightly

D．regularly

13.

A．stayed on

B．spread out

C．faded away

D．turned up

14.

A．dynamic

B．relaxed

C．tired

D．embarrassed

15.

A．managed

B．tended

C．happened

D．desired

5 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The Guangdong Lion Dance, a national tradition popular in Foshan and Guangzhou, is a typical Southern Lion Dance.

Lion dancing    1     (date) back thousands of years, to the Tang Dynasty, and a legend about the emperor having a dream    2    a lion saved his life. And later it    3     (introduce) to the south by migrants from the north. The Guangdong Lion Dance developed into    4     (it) modern form during the Ming Dynasty (AD 1368-1644). In Chinese tradition, people regard the lion as    5    symbol of braveness and strength, which can drive away evil and protect humans and livestock. Lion dancing    6     (main) focuses on the performance of the lion dance, attaching much attention to movements    7    scratching an itch (抓痒), shaking the mane (鬃毛) and licking (舔) the hair.

The Guangdong Lion Dance, a    8     (combine) of martial arts, dance and music, is popular not only in Guangdong and Guangxi provinces, but also among overseas Chinese in Southeast Asian countries,    9     (make) it a cultural bridge for overseas Chinese keeping in touch with their national roots. It is considered to be a tradition with far-reaching cultural value. Lunar New Year is the perfect time    10     (share) and celebrate that culture and heritage.

6 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is the purpose of National Hugging Day?

A．To create a chance for people to get refreshed.

B．To expand the positive effects of hugging.

C．To promote an event related to hugging.

2. How will daily hugs affect a child?

A．He will be smarter.

B．He will be more sociale.

C．He will be more open-minded.

3. What can we learn from the talk?

A．Animals hug more than people do.

B．Hugs happen in various situations.

C．Hugging requires immediate actions.

7 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the man doing?

A．Conducting a survey.

B．Asking for directions.

C．Planning a trip.

2. What is the woman happy with about the train?

A．Its space.

B．Its Internet.

C．Its speed.

3. What do we know about the train today?

A．It was too crowded.

B．It broke down halfway.

C．It ran behind schedule.

4. What improvement impressed the woman?

A．The information display facilities.

B．Bigger boards for train times.

C．More seats on the platforms.

8 . For nearly two decades, a thin, sun-burnt postal worker could frequently be seen carrying packages along a dangerous mountain trail in the Taihang Mountains.

The 10-kilometer-long route, which is between 20 centimeters and 1 meter wide, is known as the “cat road” by locals, meaning that it is so dangerous that only cats could walk on it. Whereas, Zhao Yuefang, a postal worker in Ewu township in Huguan county, Shanxi province, had to walk the route every day to deliver mail.

Every day at the crack of dawn, he would start his journey along the “cat road”. From picking up the day’s post to delivering it to villagers and returning along the same route, it took Zhao four days. During rainy and snowy seasons, the mountain road, part of which hugs the cliffs, would become slippery and dangerous. One day in the winter of 2003, the “cat road” was covered in thick snow and he slipped off the trail. Fortunately, he was able to stop his sharp descent by grabbing a tree branch and slowly managed to climb to safety.

By 2012, Zhao had walked more than 300,000 km and delivered over 800,000 pieces of mail. Born and raised in the deep mountains, Zhao truly understands the significance of mail deliveries to villagers. “They depend on the mail to keep in touch with the outside world,” he said. “Their sheer joy written on their face while receiving any post struck me,” he added.

In 2012, a 67-km-long tourist highway was built and gone were those days when Zhao risked his life to walk on the “cat road”. But Zhao was even busier than before. “The number of packages I handle daily now exceeds the number I used to deal with in the past,” said Zhao, adding that villagers are turning to online shopping and ordering more and more goods by post.

1. Why is the mountain trail referred to as “cat road”?

A．It’s shaped like a cat.	B．It’s intended for cats.
C．It is too narrow and risky.	D．It rains cats and dogs there.

2. What does the word “descent” in paragraph 3 mean?

A．Fall.	B．Pain.
C．Turn.	D．Landing.

3. According to the passage, which words can best describe Zhao?

A．Persistent and dedicated.	B．Diligent and ambitious.
C．Considerate and confident.	D．Courageous and generous.

4. What has always motivated Zhao’s enthusiasm for his job?

A．The villagers’ respect for him.

B．His being born and raised there.

C．Today’s huge number of the packages.

D．The value of the deliveries to the locals.

9 . Twenty years ago, I was months into my first job at a start-up independent publishing company in New York.One afternoon, I ________ a train with a load of hot-off-the-press catalogues (目录薄) our first to list every one of our titles. I was on my way to ________ my aunt, who’d agreed to ________ them to her friends.

Back then, I was much less _______ ; somehow I made it on the train but I hadn’t had time to buy a _______ . I figured I’d buy one on board. When the conductor came to stand next to me, I opened my _______ and found nothing inside. They didn’t ________ credit cards back then. I was told to get off at the next station.________,the man next to me handed $15 to the conductor. I was beyond grateful and ________; I promised him I would send him a check, which he ________. I made him write down his address, though.

Later, I wrote a check, ________ it in a letter, and sent it off. I expressed my ________ again and included my email address. Soon he emailed me and we ________ a lasting friendship.

That ________ action has stayed with me .Thinking about that day, I ________ myself to be much kinder to strangers and to focus on the good in people.

1.

A．came across

B．rushed onto

C．passed by

D．looked for

2.

A．visit

B．help

C．rescue

D．introduce

3.

A．return

B．explain

C．connect

D．distribute

4.

A．determined

B．objective

C．organized

D．professional

5.

A．ticket

B．card

C．gift

D．book

6.

A．parcel

B．wallet

C．envelope

D．bottle

7.

A．cancel

B．reject

C．provide

D．accept

8.

A．Naturally

B．Unexpectedly

C．Doubtfully

D．Disagreeably

9.

A．embarrassed

B．disturbed

C．annoyed

D．dissatisfied

10.

A．gave away

B．checked out

C．laughed off

D．sent back

11.

A．lost

B．unfolded

C．noticed

D．enclosed

12.

A．appreciation

B．admiration

C．amazement

D．approval

13.

A．destroyed

B．inspired

C．formed

D．reported

14.

A．romantic

B．generous

C．emergent

D．symbolic

15.

A．force

B．allow

C．warn

D．remind

10 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

Harbin is the capital of Heilongjiang province. Harbin is now a large and open city,     1     (influence) deeply by Russia, Europe, and Japan in     2     (it) culture, architecture, and lifestyle. Harbin is one of the most popular destinations for winter tours,    3    (host) the world’s biggest ice and snow festival.

Harbin     4     (become) world-famous for having the largest ice and snow festival. The opening ceremony is held     5     January 5 every year. Lasting for more than two months, Harbin Ice and Snow international festival is also     6     longest snow festival in the world.     7     (near) all the ice for the festival is cut from the Songhua River in Harbin.

The most popular place is the Harbin Ice and Snow World,     8     is like a frozen Disneyland, and you can see the big ice and snow castles, carto on sculptures and enjoy the biggest     9     (vary) of snow sports and activities in the world.

There are also ice and snow sculptures exhibitions on Sun Island and an ice lantern show in Zhaolin Park.

Harbin has long been a popular winter destination for snow tourism and skiing experiences. If you are skiing lovers, Yabuli Ski Resort and Jihua Ski Resort     10     (recommend).