1 . We need people like you, who understand the power of science, to fund the research that will change lives in the future.
By donating to the Medical Research Foundation (MRF), you’ll be funding the research that future generations will depend on. MRF is an independent charity, focused solely on funding quality medical research. With close links to the Medical Research Council (MRC), we’re able to choose the most impactful studies and adapt quickly to meet any emerging health crisis, thanks to the support of people like you.
Your gift can support some of the brightest scientific minds. Many of these scientists are at the beginning of their careers, when funding is hardest to secure. Your support at this critical time can provide the springboard that a scientist needs to drive their research and career forward, ensuring they can continue to make life-changing discoveries.
MRF has supported researchers tackling pressing challenges like the Bird Flu, as well as vital areas of research that are often overlooked by other funders, ensuring we fill the gaps in our medical knowledge and protect the future of human health.
As someone interested in science, you will understand that while no one can predict what we will face next, we can be certain that it is only through ambitious, high-quality medical research that we will meet whatever new challenges come our way. By leaving a donation, you can have a lasting impact on science and on the future of human health.
| A．Provide service for the MRC. | B．Predict emerging health crisis. |
| C．Fund quality medical research. | D．Donate to people interested in science. |
| A．fill the gaps in medical knowledge |
| B．tackle the future pressing challenges |
| C．choose the most impactful medical studies |
| D．support some of the brightest scientific minds |
| A．To raise medical research funds. |
| B．To introduce the impact by donation. |
| C．To analyse the health crisis in the future. |
| D．To employ people devoted to medical research. |
2 . Top Family-Friendly Events in January
These family-friendly events and activities at popular spots in and around Denver will surely entertain you.
ZooLights: Glow Wild Jan. 1—14
The Denver Zoo’s yearly holiday light show is on until Jan. 14, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city’s zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to the festivities.
Glow Wild, 765 N. Galvin Pkwy., Denver, denverzoo.org, $12.95 members, $14.95 general admission.
Joy Park Snow Days Jan. 14—28
A new, multi-faceted winter experience is taking over the Children’s Museum’s Joy Park. Take a slide down the Snow Hill, go ice skating, cozy up by fire pits with hot cocoa, take a photo in giant snow globe, and try your hand at curling.
Children’s Museum of Denver, Marsico Campus, joypark.com, $15 ages 2—59, $13 ages 1 and 60+, $1 Explorer Pass, free under age 1 and members.
Family Fun Winterfest Jan. 29
OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.
8520 E. Via de Ventura, Denver, odyseainthedesert.com, free.
Youth & Teen Art Classes Jan.13—Feb. 3
Create Arts Center is hosting a four-week youth art course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all. Classes are designed for a variety of experience levels from beginners through advanced students.
Create Arts Center, 1 E. Main St, Denver, createartscenter.org or 301-588-2787, $98.
1. How can you get a discounted ticket to the ZooLights show?
| A．By bringing a friend. | B．By getting a membership. |
| C．By joining a tour group. | D．By booking a ticket online. |
| A．Have free food. | B．Take art classes. |
| C．Enjoy real snow. | D．Meet local artists. |
| A．ZooLights: Glow Wild | B．Joy Park Snow Days |
| C．Youth & Teen Art Classes | D．Family Fun Winterfest |
Experience the Colorado River the Hualapai Way! Since 1973, Hualapai River Runners has been conducting whitewater rafting (漂流) journeys on the Colorado River. Our experienced guides expertly sail along the river and share the history of the Canyon and the Hualapai people with you. Visitors experience the excitement of whitewater rapids and then stop to enjoy the impressive beauty of Travertine Falls and a tasty lunch. No charge for children two years old and under. One-Day Trip Retail $249.00+$79.00 (helicopter and round-trip ground transportation) Whitewater rafting tours begin in Peach Springs. Hualapai River Runners transports you to Diamond Creek, which is the starting point for the 37-mile rafting tour. Lunch is included and upon arrival at the rafting tour termination point, flyout of the Grand Canyon by helicopter to Grand Canyon West. Two-Day Trip Retail $549.00+$79.00 (helicopter and round-trip ground transportation) Two-day rafting trip with one night on the Colorado River allows more time to explore one of the Seven Wonders of the World. All supplies and meals are included. Tours Include： ·Round-trip transportation from Peach Springs to the starting point and from the termination point back to Peach Springs. ·Snack, drinks and lunch (vegetarian meals available upon request) ·Waterproof dry bags for storing your cameras, sunscreen, dry clothes, etc The helicopter part of transportation is weather permitting. If the helicopter transportation is cancelled because of bad weather, the raft will continue an additional two hours to South Cove and a maximum $20.00 per customer will be given back. Special Website booking rate 15% off rafting in July. So book now! Call us Toll Free Today! Tel: 1-888-868-9378 |
1. Where do whitewater rafting tours start?
| A．Grand Canyon. | B．Diamond Creek. | C．Travertine Falls. | D．Grand Canyon West. |
| A．you will get $20 back if you are dissatisfied | B．Hualapai River Runners provides dry clothes |
| C．the trip is free of charge for children under two | D．online booking has a better offer all year round |
| A．A helicopter ride to Grand Canyon West. |
| B．A 37-mile rafting tour starting in Peach Springs |
| C．Single-trip ground transportation from Peach Springs. |
| D．One night on the Colorado River with all supplies and meals. |
| A．To attract people to the sights. |
| B．To explore the Hualapai culture. |
| C．To explain how to make a rafting trip. |
| D．To introduce the history of the Colorado River. |
4 . There’s no place like home—a place to put your feet up, relax and be yourself. But a brand new full-service private rental property named Homestead is redefining(重新定义) modern living, making you feel at home.
Freed from the small stuff
Right from moving in, convenience is built into the process, with fully-furnished, high-quality apartments available for residents and access to all facilities of Homestead and Wi-Fi included in monthly rental cost.
Feel at home
Not only are Homestead’s apartments beautifully designed and furnished to create a sense of relaxation and luxury, but the shared spaces for residents to use and socialise in—from the inviting reception area to the landscaped roof garden and stylish private dining rooms—all reflect a contemporary, high-quality reimagining of what renting ought to be.
Make hybrid work really work
As hybrid work, which focuses on the flexibility of working, is part of our lives now, the opportunity to shift between workspaces with ease is critical. Start the day catching up on emails in a stylishly-designed co-working space steps away from your front door, before taking calls on the outside platform or travel into your employer’s office when you need to.
Be a people person
Living at Homestead means joining a community of like-minded people. Whether you meet neighbours on the roof garden or in the cinema room, or choose to network in the co-working space, making friends couldn’t be more straightforward.
Tap here for helpful services
They say there’s an app for everything—and in this case, there is an app with everything. The Homestead App gives you quick access to a range of bookable services, from ordering takeaway to dog walking to cleaning services—all right on your doorstep, meaning more time to actually enjoy the rest of your day.
Visit Homestead and discover how full-service rental lets you make the most of homelike living.
1. What is the purpose of the passage?| A．To inform us of rental services. | B．To advertise a rental property. |
| C．To report on a different lifestyle. | D．To sell multi-functional apartments. |
| A．By offering shared working spaces. |
| B．By giving access to bookable services. |
| C．By supplying a full set of office equipment. |
| D．By providing training to improve efficiency. |
| A．Residents can live an old-fashioned life. |
| B．Homestead saves residents from buying furniture. |
| C．Residents are required to join a social community. |
| D．Homestead charges residents extra fee for using Wi-Fi. |
5 . One Day University was founded by Steven Schragis in 2006. He came up with the idea after he dropped his daughter off at college in New York. The school had about a dozen professors giving short talks about a variety of subjects. All the parents had the same reaction: “I wish I were the one going to college!”
One Day University creates fascinating days of learning designed to inspire your mind. We work with over two hundred professors from the country’s top colleges. No matter what you love, you’ll find that every One Day U event is filled with exploratory talks that will challenge you as if you were a student in college once again! And just like your college days, you’re sure to meet new friends with a shared belief of learning. At One Day U, there’s no homework and no grades. Just learning for the sake of learning!
| SATURDAY, JULY 21;9:30 am—4:00pm Lisner Auditorium at George Washington University; Washington. DC | |
| LITERATURE 9:30 am—10:35 am | The Lost Indian Culture Jeremi Suri/University of Texas Distinguished Teaching Award |
| SCIENCE 10:50 am—11:55 am | How the Brain Works John Hall/University of Wisconsin-Madison William H. Kiekhofer Distinguished Teaching Award |
| MUSIC 12:10 pm—1:15 pm | The History of Jazz Anna Celenza/Georgetown University Teacher-Scholar Award |
| Lunch break 1:15 pm—2:30pm | |
| PSYCHOLOGY 2:30 pm—4:00 pm | Genius, Creativity and Depression Jessica Payne/University of Notre Dame Bok Center Award for Teaching Excellence |
Live Event Full price: $125 Visit OneDayU.com or call 800-300-3438.
1. What do we know about One Day U?| A．It aims to reward college students. |
| B．It was founded by Steven Schragis and his daughter. |
| C．It is in cooperation with hundreds of top universities’ professors. |
| D．It is intended to help its participants get excellent grades at college. |
| A．John Hall. | B．Jeremi Suri. | C．Anna Celenza. | D．Jessica Payne. |
| A．To show the history of One Day U. |
| B．To advertise the events of One Day U. |
| C．To explain how to learn at One Day U. |
| D．To stress the great influence of One Day U. |
6 . Tailor your experience, and master the English language in our exciting and comprehensive language programmes. Choose your preferred city, and you’ll study with and befriend other international students.
Our English Learning Programmes
·Learn English in Universities
Courses have been developed in partnership with famous universities in Australia to improve your English language skills. You will get to experience campus life abroad.
·Small Group English Programme
These intensive English classes are hosted in different language schools along the east coast. Talk to our programme advisers to choose the best location.
·One-on-One Tutoring
Our programme organizes tailored learning experiences based on your English learning goals. You will live in local families and have chances to practise your oral English.
·High School Study Abroad
There are few things in life which can make you feel more grown-up like living and learning in another country. Pack this with many fun cultural activities. And you will also have opportunities to experience science subjects taught in English, such as lessons about rocks and minerals, plants and animals, and engineering practices.
Four steps to get into our English learning programmes
Step One: Review the programme information and complete our online application form to get the ball rolling.
Step Two: You will have a 15-min interview with your programme adviser to discuss your interests, needs, destination and duration. Within three days after the interview, the adviser will be in touch by email to let you know if your application has been successful. If so, we’ll send you a formal offer.
Step Three: To confirm your place in our programme, you’ll need to reply to our letter of offer and make payment online according to the instruction. Once this has been done, we’ll send you the documents containing all the information you’ll need regarding your study trip.
Step Four: Once your flights have been booked, let us know your arrival details so that we can organize airport pick-up. We’ll be excited to welcome you to our programme in person!
1. If Henry wants to try a biology class taught in English, he may join in ________.| A．Learn English in Universities | B．Small Group English Programme |
| C．One-on-One Tutoring | D．High School Study Abroad |
| A．Reply to the letter and pay the cost for the study trip. |
| B．Get in touch with the organizer to confirm the destination. |
| C．Review programme information to prepare for an interview. |
| D．Provide the programme adviser with personal needs and goals. |
| A．People planning to improve their English . |
| B．People willing to apply for English teaching jobs. |
| C．People aiming to help learners go abroad. |
| D．People loving to share English learning experiences. |
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8 . Earlier this year, the price on the bestseller, The Girl on the Train, was cut from $11.99 to $1.99 for one day only. The Da Vinci Code was given away for free for one week. Most people were completely unaware of these huge deals.
A select group of readers, however, had the inside scoop (消息) on all these deals. They were using our service at the deal site, BookBub, a daily email that offers limited-time deals on free or deeply-discounted e-books.
Easy Access
Over 10 million people have signed up for BookBub’s free service. Readers sign up with just an email address, and then select their favorite genres (类型). Each day, we send an email with free and discounted bestselling e-books in the selected genres. Just click, download, and read on a device.
Customized Categories
Ranging from mysteries to romance to cookbooks, there are more than 35 categories to choose from to customize your email.
Expert Editors
Each title is hand-selected by our editorial team to ensure the highest quality. In addition, each book is at least 75% off, and many are free, which makes it extremely low-risk to try new authors and genres.
Book lovers have now become practically attracted to this concept. In many cases, they’ve downloaded hundreds of books and saved hundreds of dollars using the service.
“I now have more books than I can read in a lifetime,” said Suzie Miller of Auburn, WA. She said she has downloaded more than 350 free e-books using the service.
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1. According to the passage, BookBub is unique mainly in its ________.| A．wide price range | B．rich selection of authors |
| C．various events for readers | D．personalized recommendations |
| A．prove popularity of the e-books | B．show the benefits of BookBub |
| C．call on people to read more e-books | D．offer guidance on using BookBub |
| A．promote a deal site | B．give advice on book choice |
| C．report a new way to read | D．compare e-books with paper books |
9 . Music for Life
Learning music is important for the educational and personal development of young people!
Learning an instrument: how do pupils choose?
All our teachers are highly qualified and experienced musicians, and pupils can learn to play a wide range of instruments, from the keyboard to the drums(鼓). We have open days when new pupils who are unsure which instrument to choose can come to the centre. They are able to speak to teachers about which instrument might be best for them, and they can also see and hear classes in action.
Who is responsible for buying the instruments?
Parents usually have to provide instruments. But parents of beginners are advised not to buy an instrument until they are told that a place is available. They should also find out from the teacher the most suitable type of instrument to get.
When and where do lessons take place?
Lessons are available in many schools, usually during the day. If there is no lesson available for a particular instrument in a particular school, other arrangements can be made at one of our music centres for lessons on Saturday afternoons or weekday evenings.
How are pupils taught?
Pupils can learn in small groups, in classes or individually, depending on their needs. Small groups of three pupils have lessons that last thirty minutes. Class lessons last forty-five minutes and have at least ten pupils. Individual lessons are offered only to pupils who have some experience.
Starting young: when can pupils begin?
Children are never too young to become interested in music. We have special “Musical Youth” classes for children from the age of 3 to 8. These are designed to encourage young children to enjoy music through a variety of activities including singing, musical games, listening and movement. “Musical Youth” classes take place on Saturday mornings with groups of about 18 children. A parent or other adult must attend each session, and they are encouraged to sit with their children and help them with the activities.
1. What can we learn from the passage?| A．New pupils can see classes on an open day. |
| B．Pupils can learn special instruments on Sundays. |
| C．Parents must accompany pupils from all ages. |
| D．Teachers at the centre can provide the right instruments for pupils. |
| A．Lessons for groups of ten. | B．Individual lessons. |
| C．Lessons for small groups of three. | D．Special “Musical Youth” classes. |
| A．teachers | B．parents | C．musicians | D．pupils |
10 . There are a variety of clubs which provide social and cultural activities for students wishing to meet others with similar interests from the same or from different national backgrounds.
Charles Peguy Centre | Royal Overseas League |
CPC is a French youth centre, providing advice, support and information to young Europeans aged between 18-25. Facilities include an information and advice service regarding education, work placement and general welfare rights. Moreover, the centre holds a database of jobs and accommodation in London. Members may use a fax machine, a copier and computers to surf online or check e-mails for free. Hours: Monday 14:00-17:00 Tuesday-Friday 10:00-17:00 Membership: £35 per year | Open 365 days per year, ROL is a club with facilities in London and Edinburgh with restaurants, bars and accommodation. There are branches around the world and 57 reciprocal clubs worldwide. Quarterly magazines, literary lectures, annual music and art competitions, and summer and winter programme of events are provided for members. Membership fees: aged 17-20, £47 per year aged 21-25, £70 per year For further information, please contact the membership secretary. |
YMCA London Central | Kensington Committee for Overseas Students |
YMCA is a social club. Most members are young English professionals, but overseas visitors are welcome. Facilities include photography, art, drama, pottery, language courses at different levels, badminton, fitness testing, cycling, yoga and other activities. Hours: weekdays 07:00-22:30 weekends 10:00-21:00 Membership fees: £125 per year Hotline: 05667932 | KCOS is a society for young people from all countries. Each month there are some 40 parties, discos, visits to theatres, concerts, walks and other gatherings where members will be able to meet lots of people. A new programme is sent each month directly to members. The club arranges a weekly club night in a Covent Garden bar. To find out more, telephone the club or write (freepost) to the office. Hours: 10:30-17:30 Tel: 05663801 |
1. The passage is mainly for ______.
| A．young English professionals. |
| B．local students from different backgrounds . |
| C．European students in London. |
| D．the youth wishing to meet different people. |
| A．CPC. | B．ROL. | C．YMCA . | D．KCOS. |
| A．make a phone call |
| B．go to the office in person |
| C．send a fax or an e-mail. |
| D．turn to the membership secretary. |
