1 . People using ad-blocking software who visited the New York Times website in March were shown a message. This read: “The best things in life aren’t
Despite many internet users’ opposition, a number of publishers are now banning ad-blocking software. Aidan Joyce, chief executive of Oriel, says, “Most ad-blocking users do not object to a reasonable advertising experience
To satisfy people who hate advertising, the news organization plans to introduce a higher-priced, advertisement-free
However, Sean Blanchfield, chief executive of PageFair, argues that publishers need to exercise care in how they ban ad blockers. “Users have justifiable concerns,” he says. “Ads that are served today have serious privacy and security problems.” Mr. Blanchfield says that PageFair aims to help publishers. “
Publishers that ban ad blockers also risk losing their audience to competitors that turn out more
More than half of U.K. adults using an ad blocker said that they would switch it off if doing so was the only way to access a website, according to a survey by YouGov. Meanwhile, Sweden’s biggest publishers will
| A．equal | B．free | C．essential | D．absolute |
| A．download | B．update | C．purchase | D．disable |
| A．in place of | B．in response to | C．in search of | D．in return for |
| A．consume | B．block | C．modify | D．oppose |
| A．application | B．qualification | C．protection | D．subscription |
| A．create | B．access | C．evaluate | D．distribute |
| A．broaden | B．acquire | C．embrace | D．redefine |
| A．innovative | B．generous | C．adaptable | D．committed |
| A．passive | B．regular | C．prospective | D．selective |
| A．secretly | B．cautiously | C．permanently | D．collectively |
2 . 
This document sets out the display standards for Glasgow Museums. This guide will help exhibition planners provide access to exhibitions in our museums. Glasgow Museums’ aim is to improve access to collections by having as many items as possible on display and without physical barriers. We also try out best to protect these objects without limiting access to them.
Object Placement
• Don’t place objects in such a way that they could present a danger to visitors.
• All object displays, cased or otherwise, must be viewable by all, including people who are small in figure or in wheelchairs.
Open Display
• All objects on open display must be secure from theft and damage.
• All objects identified for potential open display must be viewed and agreed on an object-to-object basis by the Security Manager of the museum.
| Recommendations | Distance |
Recommended distance to place objects out of “casual arm’s 700mm length” (taken from the edge of the object to the edge of any proposed form of barrier) | 700mm |
*In some cases, 600mm may be acceptable, provided the plinth height is above 350mm.
Cased Objects
• All cased displays should fall within the general optimum (最优的) viewing band of 750-2000mm. Ensure everything is visually accessible from a wheelchair.
• Position small objects or those with fine detail in the front part of a case, with larger items behind.
• Position small items or those with fine detail no higher than 1015mm from floor level. Objects placed above this height are only seen from below by people in wheelchairs or people who are small in figure.
| A．limit access to exhibitions on a daily basis | B．are most well-known for its large collection |
| C．make generous donations to the disabled | D．give weight to the experiences of visitors |
| A．be equipped with anti-theft system | B．be viewed from a distance of 700mm |
| C．receive approval from the museum first | D．fall within arms’ reach of a standing man |
| A．1250mm | B．950mm | C．650mm | D．450mm |
3 . The amount of income is increasingly made on the sales of commercial time provided by television companies. Many television companies have used sports to attract viewers from particular sections of the general public, and then they have sold audiences to advertisers.
An attraction of sport programs for the major U. S. media companies is that events are often held on Saturday and Sunday afternoons — the slowest time periods of the week for general television viewing. Sport events are the most popular weekend programs, especially among male viewers who may not watch much television at other times during the week. This means the television networks are able to sell advertising time at relatively high prices during what normally would be dead time for programming.
Media corporations also use sports to attract commercial sponsors that might take their advertising dollars elsewhere if television stations did not report certain sports. The people in the advertising department of major corporations realize that sports attract male viewers. They also realize that most business travelers are men and that many men make family decisions on the purchases of computers, cars and life insurance.
Golf and tennis are special cases for television programming. These sports attract few viewers, and the ratings are unusually low. However, the audience for these sports is attractive to certain advertisers. In is made up of people from the highest income groups in the United States, including many lawyers and business managers. This is why television reporting of golf and tennis is sponsored by companies selling high-priced cars, business and personal computers, and holiday trips. This is also why the networks continue to carry these programs regardless of low ratings. Advertisers are willing to pay high fees to reach high-income consumes and those managers who make decision to buy thousands of “company cars” and computers. With such viewers, these programs don’t need high ratings to stay on the air.
1. Why would weekend afternoons become dead time without sport programs?| A．Because there would be few viewers. |
| B．Because the advertisers would be off work. |
| C．Because television programs would go slowly. |
| D．Because viewers would pay less for watching television. |
| A．their advertisers are carmakers |
| B．their viewers are attracted by sports |
| C．their advertisers target at rich people |
| D．their viewers can afford expensive cars |
| A．Television ratings are determined by male viewers. |
| B．Rich viewers contribute most to television companies. |
| C．Sports are gaining importance in advertising on television |
| D．Commercial advertisers are the major sponsors of sport events. |
4 . Want to explore new cultures, meet new people and do something worthwhile at the same time? You can do all three with the Global Development Association (GDA).
Whatever stage of life you’re at, wherever you go and whatever project you do in GDA, you’ll create positive changes in poor and remote communities.
We work with volunteers of all ages and backgrounds. Most of our volunteers are aged 17-24. Now we need volunteer managers aged 25-75. They are extremely important in the safe and effective running of our programs. We have such roles as project managers and communication officers.
Depending on which role you choose, you could help to increase a community’s access to safe drinking water, or help to protect valuable local cultures. You might also design an adventure challenge to train young volunteers.
Not only will you help our young volunteers to develop personally, you’ll also learn new skills and increase your cultural awareness. You may have chances to meet new people who’ll become your lifelong friends.
This summer we have both 4-week and 7-week programs：
| Country | Schedule | |
| 4-week programs | 7-week programs | |
| Algeria | 5 Jul. - 1 Aug. | 20 Jun. - 7 Aug. |
| Egypt | 24 Jul. - 20 Aug. | 19 Jun. - 6 Aug. |
| Kenya | 20 Jul. - 16 Aug. | 18 Jun. - 5 Aug. |
| South Africa | 2 Aug. - 29 Aug. | 15 Jun. - 2 Aug. |
GDA ensures that volunteers work with community members and local project partners in places where our help is most needed. All of our projects are aimed at promoting the development of poor and remote communities.
There is no other chance like a GDA programme. Join us as a volunteer manager to develop your own skills while bringing benefits to these communities.
Find out more about joining a GDA programme:
Website: www.glodeve.org
Email: humanresources@glodeve.org
1. What is the main responsibility of volunteer managers?| A．To seek local partners. | B．To take in young volunteers. |
| C．To carry out programs. | D．To promote cultural awareness. |
| A．Egypt | B．Algeria | C．Kenya | D．South Africa |
| A．explore new cultures | B．help communities in need |
| C．protect the environment | D．receive corporate benefits |
| A．On the website of American culture. |
| B．In the social work section of a newspaper. |
| C．On the leaflet of a travel agency. |
| D．On the report of an international meeting. |
5 . Shanghai has the reputation of having most coffee stores in the world. Various coffee stores can be accessed in Shanghai. Recommendations are offered:
 4.6 ¥26/per personTaste: 4.6 Environment: 4.7 Service: 4.5 Mon ~ Thu 08:00 — 20.30 Fri-Sun 08:00 — 21:30  | 4.4 ¥44/per person Taste: 4.3 Environment: 4.3 Service: 4.3 Mon ~ Thu 09:00 — 18:00 Fri ~ Sun 09:00 — 19:00  |
Situated alongside Huangpu River with a giant Panda doll sitting on its rooftop, the Xuhui branch store of Manner Coffee has become a WeChat moments-worthy location. Although people will wait a long time before tasting the coffee, the tents on the rooftop and the landscape are worth the effort. Flat white and Panda latte are the most sought-after coffee products. | Take a walk with your eyes open, and you will find a sun porch at the end of a lane off Wukang Road. Bright sunlight is Arabica’s most powerful marketing tool. Visitors keep popping into the coffee shop for its minimalist interior and Spanish latte. Whoever visits this place will be reminded of the saying that good wine needs no bush. “Coffee” is a better substitute here, though. |
| 4.5 ¥57/per person Taste: 4.5 Environment: 4.2 Service: 4.6 Mon ~ Sun 10:00 — 18:00 | 4.4 ¥57/per person Taste: 4.3 Environment: 4.3 Service: 4.4 Mon ~ Fri 09:00 — 21:00 Sat ~ Sun 10:00 — 22:00  |
The O.P.S. Cafe is an open window on Taiyuan Road, offering only takeaway coffee for customers. The menu, though updated seasonally, displays only five products. When customers get their coffee, they also receive a card bearing its brewing process. Verbal introductions can also be expected from coffeemakers, stirring a warmer feeling in customers’ heart. The winter specials of O.P.S. include Into the Wild and Fantasy of the Deep Forest. | Ralph’s coffee, an expanded business sector of Ralph Lauren, America’s famous clothing brand, is a popular place at Jing’an Kerry Center. It’s the third branch store opened following Hong Kong and Beijing. The coffee shop sports its Himalayan salt caramel latte. Apart from its coffee and cake, the brand’s associated products such as fluffy bear dolls, plates, hats are on sale as well. Many people are deeply attracted by its unique interior. |
| A．Critic’s Corner. | B．The Debate. | C．Urban Life. | D．Home News. |
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| A． | B． | C． |
6 . Education: Peking University to open branch in Oxford
Peking University will be the first Chinese university to open an oversea branch in Oxford next year.
According to Peking University, its HSBC Business School has got a campus in Oxford from the Open University in Britain. This purchase comes as the government steps up efforts to build globally famous universities that will lead the world in teaching and research.
People: Chinese Cambridge student shares his experience
From a struggling student to attending one of the most famous universities, Han Zhenyu’s hard work seems to have paid off. Recently, Han shared his experience with students and their parents in his home city of Harbin, Heilongjiang Province. The 21-year-old student is now in his third year majoring in mathematics at Cambridge University, one of the top colleges in the world. Using his experience, he is helping seven other Chinese students to follow in his footsteps.
Society: Quake-hit areas given a new life
Visitors to Qinglongchang village in Longmen township in Lushan, a county in Sichuan Province, will be able to appreciate the new houses built for the residents following reconstruction work after an earthquake, which broke out on April 20, 2013. With the backing of governments at different levels, 232 centralized resettlement areas with brand-new houses were built for farmers within three years of the quake.
1. What will Peking University do next year?| A．It will open a foreign branch in Oxford. | B．It will get a campus in Oxford. |
| C．It will lead the world in teaching and research. | D．It will become globally famous. |
| A．Because he wants to show off. | B．Because he wants to be famous. |
| C．Because he wants to help more Chinese students. | D．Because he majors in mathematics in Cambridge. |
| A．Visitors. | B．Governments. | C．Kind people. | D．Local farmers. |
7 . Beware of Phone/Online Scams(诈骗)
Have you been the victim of a phone/online seam? If you ever think that there’s really no reason to worry, just remember the following statistics.
—315,000 cases broken in 2015-2017 in China.
—More than billions of money involved.
—Victims of 19 years old top the list in terms of age.
—Victims of 18-25 years old account for 52.4% of the whole.
—……
And here in below we are sharing 4 typical types of Phone/Online scams and how to deal with them.
 | Hello, this is XX police station, you're involved in a case of money laundering(洗钱)(or some other financial crime). We need your cooperation with the investigation……Please transfer your money into the national security account. Tip 1: If you are really involved in financial crime, police will visit your home at the first opportunity and take you for investigation. Police are not so dumb as to inform you via telephone. And there is no such thing as national security account. | Hey: Wang(he may know your name). Drop by my office tomorrow morning. BTW, I will be treating some VIP clients soon. I need you to transfer some money into this account. It will refund your money tomorrow. Tip 2: Think about it. How could any boss in the world ask you for money? Meeting VIP clients without a cent in his pocket? And why doesn't he ask you to give the money to him in person? He is nobody but a scam! |  |
 | You've got a package which contains illegal drugs or goods. You are now requested to call this number to contact the Public Security Bureau. (Then it all follows scenario预设). Tip 3: Public Security Bureau WILL NOT deal with cases via phone calls. NEITHER WILL they send out notification via message. | (In some cases the number is disguised as authentic bank number through software). We are sorry to inform you that you have a bank overdraft. Please contact this customer service representative. His number is XXXXXXXXXX. Tip 4: DO NOT panic. REMEMBER to dial the official contact number of the back to double check. |  |
When receiving phone calls/emails from unidentified resources, please pay special attention if the conversation involves any of the following:
●bank cards
●lucky draw
●Transferred to government authorities, including but not limited to police, court/judge, etc.
●secured account
●refund related to online shopping
None of the above business will be carried out on phones or via emails/unofficial website links. So you may just treat them as spams.
Moreover, how to safeguard yourself?
●Never transfer money without face-to-face confirmation.
●Only do business online with those you know and trust or on the official website of the online retailer.
●Protect your personal information, including photo-ID numbers and copies, bank account and passwords.
●Don't trust website links in emails or text messages without verified sources.
●Never believe in Pie in the sky. If something is too good, it won't be true.
1. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the survey of Phone/Online seams?| A．Statistics imply it's unnecessary to worry about the situation. |
| B．The number of those who are cheated is on the rise. |
| C．Nearly one third of a million cases remain to be solved. |
| D．Comparatively speaking, young adults are harder-hit age groups. |
| A．The police call to request your cooperation for a financial crime. |
| B．The boss asks you to transfer money to a VIP client via phone. |
| C．An unverified message informs you to collect a ¥500,000 prize. |
| D．The official website of an online retailer advertises for a business partner. |
| A．An email for college students. |
| B．A document for government authorities. |
| C．A law journal for E-business practitioners. |
| D．A security brochure for the public. |
Amazon is presenting to you our bargains for the year! | |
 | In Steve Jobs, based on more than forty interviews with Jobs conducted over two years—as well as interviews with more than a hundred family members, friends, competitors, and colleagues—Walter Isaacson has pictured an appealing up -and-down life and strong personality of a creative man whose passion for perfection revolutionized six industries: personal computers, animated movies, music, phones, tablet computing, and digital publishing. |
 | Hillary Rodham Clinton is known to hundreds of millions of people around the world. Yet few beyond her close friends and family have ever heard her account of her extraordinary journey. She writes with humor and passion about her upbringing in suburban and her transformation from Goldwater Girl to controversial First Lady. |
 | In the highly anticipated Thinking. Fast and Slow, Kahneman takes us on a groundbreaking tour of the mind and explains the two systems that drive the way we think. System 1 is fast, and emotional; System 2 is slower, and more logical. In the book. Kahneman also shows the extraordinary abilities—and the faults and errors—of thinking, and reveals the influence of personal impressions on our thoughts and behavior. |
 | Grey Heffley is in big trouble. School property has been damaged, and Grey is the main suspect. But the crazy thing is, he has done nothing wrong. The authorities are closing in, but when a surprise storm hits, the Heffley family is trapped indoors. Greg knows that when they snow melts he's going to have to face the music, but could any punishment be worse than being stuck inside with your family for the holiday? |
| A．The main contents of the book are mainly based on various interviews. |
| B．The book is written by Steve Jobs. |
| C．Steve Jobs has experienced both successful and difficult periods in his lifetime. |
| D．Steve Jobs has totally changed six different industries. |
| A．Two thinking types and thinking-related facts. |
| B．Difference between two thinking systems. |
| C．How to think fast and logically at the same time. |
| D．The great power of personal impression on thinking system. |
| A．attend a concert |
| B．take-a music examination |
| C．go back to school |
| D．face-up to difficulties |
| A．Greg was caught damaging the school property |
| B．Greg knew who really damaged the school property |
| C．Greg had a poor relationship with his family |
| D．it was hot during the holiday |
9 . Places, People and Property with Strutt & Parker
For more properties visit our website struttandparker.com
The world might seem focused on urbanization, but over the past five years of our Housing Futures research, we have seen the emergence of a new trend in housing — the desire to move back to rural locations.
With advancements in technology, villages are now more connected than ever. Our Housing Futures research, focusing on The Village Revival, identified that 21% of respondents expressed a desire to move to a village making it probably the most popular location for buyers. Those looking to move cited neighborhood safety (86%), space between neighbors (58%) and a strong community feel (48%) as key factors to leave cities and settle in rural location.
Figures show that England’s rural economy produces ₤210 billion of economic output. In fact, a quarter of all registered businesses are based in rural locations. The expansion of broadband and mobile communications has seen a greater rate of working from home in rural locations compared to urban areas. It seems that the same factors that once drove urbanization -- improving economic and social conditions — are now inspiring the village revival.
So, if you’re thinking of moving to a more rural locations, Strutt & Parker is well placed to help.
Our agents take the time to really understand what you’re looking for.
| No.1 Guide price ₤795,000 A charming four-bedroom period cottage with contemporary accommodation, located in the picturesque Dorset village of Franham. | No.2 Guide price ₤365,000 A generous three-bedroom family home in beautiful surroundings with impressive views over the countryside and beyond. |
| No.3 Guide price ₤775,000 A five-bedroom outstanding house with magnificent coastal views. The house was built in the 1980s and has been repainted and redecorated in the last five years by the current owners. | No.4 Guide price ₤190,000 A traditional Hebridean-style single-bedroom cottage, offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a unique holiday cottage which has excellent income producing potential. |
| A．Most of the registered businesses are based in rural areas. |
| B．One fifth people interviewed have a desire to live in rural areas. |
| C．Villages are more convenient and suitable for living than ever before. |
| D．Villages usually have a safe, undisturbed but closely connected neighborhood. |
| A．No.1 | B．No.2 |
| C．No.3 | D．No.4 |
| A．in a textbook. | B．on a website. | C．in a TV program. | D．in the newspaper. |
10 . 2019 Spring Evaluation Schedule for Learn To Skate
MT. KENT ICE CENTER* 900 MOON AVENUE* LEVARD CITY, RI 02916
(103)561-4363 www.mtkent.org
WHO: Skaters of all ages and abilities
Any Preschool & Kindergarten-aged child who has never taken lessons at the Mt. Kent Ice Center needs to make an appointment to be evaluated. Anyone first grade or above does not need an evaluation.
The online registration feature does not apply to the registration for evaluation.
EVALUATIONS: Evaluations help to determine both readiness and class placement. Upon completion of the evaluation, it is recommended that you register for classes with a coach in the ice center office.
A variety of days and times for the evaluations are also listed online and at the Ice Center. Evaluation registration may be done in person or by phone at 103-561-4363.
| EVALUATION DATES AND TIME | |||
| DAY | EVALUATION DATES | TIME | EVALUATION FEE |
| Saturday | March 9, 2019 | 12:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Sunday | March 10, 2019 | 12:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Monday | March 11, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. | $5.00 |
| Wednesday | March 13, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. or 1: 00p.m. | $5.00 |
| Thursday | March 14, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. or l: 00 p.m. | $5.00 |
Additional days and times may be added — to be determined by Management
REFUND POLICY: Refund requests must be made a minimum of 7 days before the scheduled appointment. See www.mtkent.org for details.
EVALUATION REGISTRATION:
In person — Stop by the Mt. Kent Recreation Center, ground floor, Monday through Saturday 9: 00-11: 00 a.m., Sunday 1: 00 — 4: 00 p.m.
By phone — Call the Ice Center at (103)561-4363 to schedule your skating evaluation appointment
QUESTIONS: Please call the Mt. Kent Ice Center staff at (103)561-4363
KentALERT — A FREE notification (通知) service (phone, text, e-mail). In the event of an emergency and to provide you with updates about cancellations and recreation department programs and events. Please visit www.mtkent.org, browse Services at the top of the page. Under Information Technology Office, click KentALERT. All recreation participants should sign up, and at minimum select the “Cancellation category.”
1. The passage is primarily intended to ________.| A．recommend an ice center | B．advertise a skating programme |
| C．introduce an evaluation schedule | D．tell readers about a notification service |
| A．at 1:00 p.m. on Monday | B．at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday |
| C．at 4:00 p.m. on Friday | D．at 11:00 a.m. on Sunday |
| A．Any kindergarten-aged child must make an appointment to be evaluated. |
| B．You can go to www.mtkent.org to complete the registration for evaluation. |
| C．You will be informed of any cancellations after signing up for Kent ALERT. |
| D．Refunds should be claimed within seven days after the registration. |
