1 .

Why choose the UK’s leading mobility specialist?

Oak Tree Mobility At Oak Tree, we make beautiful products that help people live Your comfort is our strength independently. We believe everyone should be free to live a rich and fulfilling life and this belief affects everything we do. It is reflected in our range of handmade rise and recline chairs, adjustable beds and bath lifts, which have already empowered thousands nationwide to enjoy the independence they deserve.

●Help improve blood circulation with our unique high leg lift.

●All our chairs and beds are made to fit you and your home.

●Our furniture can offer positional relief from aches and pains.

●We have a huge choice of fabrics and leathers.

●All our chairs and beds are handmade in Great Britain.

Buy any furniture and get any second item half price.

Trade in your old chair, bed or any other furniture and save at least £250.

Our products are assessed by professional institutions. This means you can trust that your chair, bed or bath lift is of the very highest quality and will make a real difference to your life.

We donate your existing unwanted furniture to the British Heart Foundation.

“Being able to elevate my legs and reduce swelling gives me greater freedom of movement.”

Mrs Campbell, 65, London

“If anybody wants a stairlift, there is only one company that you need. And that is Oak Tree. They are the best!”

Mr & Mrs Barber, 63&68, Manchester

1. Who are most likely to be the customers of Oak Tree Mobility?

A．Senior citizens.

B．Adolescents.

C．Civil servants.

D．Professors.

2. You can enjoy the following benefits EXCEPT ________ if you buy furniture from Oak Tree Mobility.

A．deciding the size of your own chairs and beds.	B．choosing the fabrics and leathers that you like.
C．getting a discount when you buy another item.	D．trading in your old furniture to get a half price

3. Their products are popular among customers most probably because ________.

A．they are the only company to suit people’s needs.

B．all their chairs and beds are handmade in Great Britain.

C．their furniture can offer positional relief from aches and pains.

D．the products receive good assessments from professional institutions.

2 . 听下面一段独白，回答小题。
1. What is on special offer?

A．Family tickets.

B．Teenagers’ tickets.

C．Children’s tickets.

2. When will the special offer end?

A．On June 21.

B．On June 25.

C．On June 30.

3. What do we know about the newest slides?

A．They are the biggest in the state.

B．They are popular with kids.

C．They are less exciting.

4. What does the speaker suggest people do in the end?

A．Visit the website for more information.

B．Protect themselves from the sun.

C．Book tickets soon.

3 . As you can imagine, there are numerous types of advertisements in different mediums, on different channels, and have different goals for their business.

1. Print Advertising

The first print ad ran in England in 1472. Since then, this type of advertising has become available in newspapers, magazines, and similar methods of carrying a brand’s message to its ideal end user. In this ad method, the advertiser pays the publisher to place their ad in the publication.

2. Radio Advertising

Radio advertising dates back to 1920, when the first commercial radio stations were launched in the United States. In this ad method, the advertiser pays the radio station to play their ad during selected breaks between music or a radio show.

3. Television Advertising

Television ads originated in the 1940s with the promotion of practical items and political campaigns. In this ad method, the advertiser pays the local or national TV network to show their ad during selected breaks in the network’s regular programming.

4. Internet Advertising

Internet advertising took root in the mid 1990s. In this ad method, the advertiser pays the website owner to place their ad in exposed spaces that are minor to the website’s own content. Internet advertising has gone on to include video, search engine marketing, and more.

But, as you know, the advertising types above have developed dramatically since their respective (各自的) origins. Some ads have been memorable years after they first ran.

So how do you create an advertising strategy that works fine? This blog post is devoted to the ads and campaigns we can learn from.

1. Which type of advertisements served politics at the very beginning?

A．Print advertising.	B．Radio advertising.
C．Television Advertising.	D．Internet Advertising.

2. Which of the following do Radio and Television Advertising share?

A．Both originated at the same time.	B．Neither first appeared in the USA.
C．Both are shown during selected breaks.	D．Neither developed much over years.

3. What will be discussed in the following passage?

A．The further development of ads.	B．Examples of excellent advertising.
C．Other basic forms of advertising.	D．Disadvantages of each advertising.

4 . Where might the woman have seen Bob’s uncle?

A．On TV.

B．On the radio.

C．In a film.

5 .
1. What prize will the winners receive?

A．5,000 yuan.	B．A teller in Writer’s Digest.
C．Attend pitch slam slot challenge.	D．A paid trip to WD annual meeting.

2. What should you do first if you want to write your success?

A．Hand in your work.	B．Enter the website.
C．Register an account.	D．Pay necessary fees.

3. Where is this text most likely from?

A．A website.

B．A guidebook.

C．A novel.

D．A diary.

6 . Mental Health Apps

Although most mental health doctors probably wouldn’t advise people to spend more time with their cellphones, there are some apps that can turn screen time into time well-spent. These apps provide tools for people looking to improve their lives.

Stop, Breathe & Think

This app was created to teach meditation (冥想). Developed for adults, teens and kids, it is perfect when you’re troubled by emotions like anxiety, stress, sadness or anger. It guides you through the practice of stopping, calming your mind and body through breathing and then taking part in short meditation.

Cost: $9. 99 per month. Download here for Apple or Android.

Breatbe2Relax

Breathe2Relax teaches “belly breathing”, a technique that encourages full oxygen exchange, lowers the heart rate and helps reduce stress. This type of breathing can help people who are experiencing fear, anxiety or anger. The app features videos, reading materials and ways for users to track their progress.

Cost: Free. Download here for Apple or Android.

Productive

Productive is a simple app that helps you set goals and track your progress. It offers users help in breaking negative habits and forming healthier habits. Users can specify what time of day they want to begin an activity, for how long, and how often, and the app shows users their successful periods, sends them motivating reminders and records their growth.

Cost: Free. Download here for Apple or Android.

INSCAPE

Regardless of where you are, with INSCAPE, you can focus on the areas that you’re looking to improve. Depending on whether you’d like to sleep better, or be more efficient at work, INSCAPE will suggest a practice that will be most beneficial to your goals, including breathing exercises, meditation and more.

Cost: $12. 99 per month.

Download here for Apple. Come here for Android.

1. What do the first two apps have in common?

A．They can keep people calm.	B．They are intended for adults.
C．They cost their users nothing.	D．They record the users’ progress.

2. Which app is best for those who want to develop good habits?

A．Productive.	B．INSCAPE.
C．Breathe2Relax.	D．Stop, Breathe&Think

3. What is special about INSCAPE?

A．It provides more activities.	B．It has no time or space limitation.
C．It Is only available to Apple users.	D．It works depending on one’s particular needs.

7 . SOLO Show

Red Bluff Art Gallery, California, calls on artists to attend an online solo show (个人作品秀) that will run for one full year. Open to all forms of art (i.e., painting, photography, sculpture, etc.) from people all over the world.

Contact: email director@redbluffartgallery.com or call 530-529-1332

Entry deadline (报名截止日期): November 10, 2022

Requirements:

Entry: Minimum: 1; Maximum: 20

Entry fee (参赛费用): $40.00 per entry

Imagine seeing your work in a 3D, walk-through virtual exhibit (虚拟展览)! We create this amazing and beautiful tool for the promotion (宣传) of your work. Use the Exhibit on social media, your website, newsletters, or in your emails. Your Solo Exhibit will also have its own page with the Red Bluff Art Gallery.

The Solo Exhibit gives total focus to your work and gives you a way to both promote and sell your own work yourself. You keep 100% of sales.

During the year of your Exhibit, when a work sells, you can use a new one to take its place. You can also make changes to descriptions and prices. There are no extra fees for doing this.

When signing up, you’d better enter between 10 and 20 pictures to make a good show. If any of your work is not used, all fees will be given back to you.

The solo show will run for one full year. A notice will be given to the email address you provide if your entries are chosen for the show. Please also make sure you enter your name so it can appear with your artwork titling.

For more information, please visit artist.callforentry.org.

1. What do we know about the solo show?

A．It mainly exhibits paintings.	B．It ends early in the year 2023.
C．It is actually an online exhibition.	D．It is held for artists from California.

2. If one’s work sells at the show, they can ________.

A．get the entry fee back	B．keep part of the money
C．exhibit another work	D．attend the next show for free

3. What is suggested to artists who want to attend the show?

A．Enter 10 to 20 entries.

B．Enter entries that won prizes.

C．Include their ideas on the promotion of entries.

D．Include others’ recommendations for their entries.

8 . Are you ready for a FIFA World Cup^TM like no other?

With Qatar playing host to the first FIFA World Cup^TM ever in the Arab world, a unique and extraordinary stage has been created for the teams, the players and, of course, you the fans. Explore the individual elements of your FIFA World Cup^TM here, which we hope you enjoy during your time in Qatar.

Official Mascot (吉祥物) of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM

It’s me! La’eeb^TM

Welcome to my page! La’eeb^TM is my name―an Arabic word, meaning super-skilled player―and I love the beautiful game. I also love supporting, and not just from the stands. I love supporting all of you who have a vision, work hard and aim to achieve your dreams!

FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM Official Soundtrack (原声带)

A symbol of how music―and football―can unite the world

A multi-song collection, featuring international artists across a variety of musical genres delivering a smash hits, sets the tone for a truly global celebration at the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM.

Check out the catchy and uplifting songs that make up the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM Official Soundtrack here:

● Hayya Hayya (Better Together)―Trinidad Cardona, Davido, and Aisha

● Arhbo―Ozuna featuring GIMS

● Light the Sky―Rahma, Balgees, Nora and Manal

● Dreamers―Fahad Al Kubaisi and Jung Kook(BTS)

Official Poster

Hayya to Qatar 2022^TM

The Official Poster is on display at Hamad International Airport, where it will remain at Gate DI8 throughout the FIFA World Cup 2022^TM. Everyone will have the chance to see the poster as they travel from and transit through Qatar.

1. Which of the following is not true about the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM?

A．The Arab world has never held FIFA World Cup TM before

B．The official Mascot of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM is La’eeb

C．It shows us that music and football can unite the world.

D．The Official Poster will be on display at Gate DI7 of Hamad International Airport.

2. What can we know about FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022^TM Official Soundtrack?

A．The official soundtrack consists of more than four songs.

B．Rahma, Davido, Nora and Manal jointly composed Light the Sky.

C．The soundtrack is made up of several attractive and inspiring songs.

D．Arabian singers across different musical genres are more popular.

3. Where can we find the text?

A．In a book

B．On a website

C．In a newspaper

D．In a magazine

9 . Get stuck into chemistry with these fascinating guides.

An Elementary Guide to the Periodic Table
by Gill Arbuthnott(Bloomsbury Children’s Books)

There are lots of funny stories, fascinating facts and interesting explanations packed into this book, which aims to provide a good introduction to the periodic table. As well as plenty of information, there are lots of eye-catching diagrams and illustrations.

Exploring the Elements
by Isabel Thomas. Illustrated by Sara Gillingham(Phaidon Press)

This beautifully designed book provides an introductory guide to the chemical elements — where they are found, their properties and the remark able ways we’ve learned to use them. Smart and stylish, the book even comes with an illustrated periodic table.

The Elements in the Room
by Mike Barfield. Illustrated by Lauren Humphrey(Laurence King)

As the candidate for lots of awards, this entertaining book invites you to join detective Sherlock Ohms as he tries to solve the mystery of how absolutely everything came to exist. This is a fun way to learn about the basics of chemical elements, from aluminum to zinc.

The Periodic Table Book
by Darling Kindersley, Ltd

If you are just starting your chemistry learning, look no further than this comprehensive visual encyclopedia, which is packed with stunning photographs. It covers all the basics of chemistry, with information about the different elements, and you’ll also learn about some of the famous scientists who discovered them.

1. Which book can explain the application of the elements?

A．An Elementary Guide to the Periodic Table	B．Exploring the Elements
C．The Elements in the Room	D．The Periodic Table Book

2. How is Mike Barfield’s book different from the other books?

A．It contains an illustrated periodic table.	B．It includes interesting stories and facts.
C．It introduces some of the famous chemists.	D．It has the potential for winning prizes.

3. Who are the four books especially intended for?

A．Chemistry researchers.	B．Chemistry majors.
C．Chemistry beginners.	D．Chemistry teachers.

10 . Are you looking to make your career in science, design or engineering? Then join our community of online learners! Here are some courses.

Designing Electronics for Recycling in a Circular Economy Free| Earn certified for $149 Length: Self-paced Efforts: 3-4 hours per week / 4 weeks

Electronic products bring countless benefits to society, but their production and waste treatment also lead to numerous negative environmental and economic impacts. In a circular economy, products are designed to last. Recycling can help recover the value in the materials so that these can be used again to produce new products. This course supports you to explore both Design for Recycling and Designing with Recycled Plastics.

Demand in Buildings Free| Earn certified for $149 Length: Self-paced Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 4 weeks

Building design strongly influences the quantity of heating, cooling and electricity needed during building operation. This course will enable you to understand the basic principle(原理) of the energy chain: demand, supply and distribution; and how they relate to design principle for sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.

Energy Markets of Today Free| Earn certified for $129 Length: Self-paced Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 5 weeks

Energy markets are governed by the laws of economics. But how does the “invisible hand” of economics show up in practice? This course will help you understand the functioning of energy markets as the necessary first step to promotion of the energy transition. By using the European electricity market as an example, you will obtain a deeper understanding of its principle and effectiveness.     

Electric Cars: Business Free| Earn certified for $99 Length: Self-paced Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 5 weeks Available in Spanish

Electric cars are more than a novel means of mobility. If you want to explore the business opportunities this new market offers, then this is the course for you! This course explains how electric mobility can work for various businesses. The experts will provide examples of how innovations have changed conventional businesses and created new businesses altogether.

1. Which section of the website is this text probably taken from?

A．Research News

B．Campus life

C．Career Opportunities

D．Extension School.

2. Which of the course can teach you how to estimate the electricity needs for home lighting?

A．Designing Electronics for Recycling in a Circular Economy	B．Demand in Buildings
C．Energy Markets of Today	D．Electric Cars: Business

3. What do the coursed have in common?

A．Start time.	B．Learning content.
C．Flexible schedule.	D．Teaching language.