1. What does the man like listening to?
A.Talk shows. | B.News. | C.Music. |
A.The rude hosts. | B.Too many callers. | C.Different ideas. |
A.The woman’s husband. | B.The woman. | C.The man. |
A.Useful. | B.Sleepy. | C.Fashionable. |
2 . In this new digital era, farmers are finding ways to keep pace with the times while still holding fast to their traditions.
In the quiet and excluded parts of rural China, Xiang Qing, a man born in 1990, leads a life quite unlike the noisy urban existence that defines modernity. His home is Guzhang county, Xiangxi Tujia and Miao autonomous region, which is located deep in western Hunan province. Xiang Qing and his 23-year-old nephew, Xiang Hong, jointly operate a video channel called “Shan Bai”. Through their videos, they showcase handicrafts and rural life in China, fascinating many young urban viewers.
“Life here unfolds at its own pace. We grow crops and vegetables and occasionally purchase meat at the market,” Xiang Qing said. “I’ve come across numerous comments from people who watch our videos while lying in bed at night after a busy day of work, finding them truly relaxing and comforting. I think it’s great, and it’s in line with our initial intentions.”
Five years ago, Xiang Qing quit his job as a customer service representative in Shanghai and returned to his hometown in Guzhang county, starting a new journey as a video blogger. “Back in 2012, when I was a college student, film-making aroused my passion, and it has continued to be a profound and enduring interest,” he said.
Following in his uncle’s footsteps, Xiang Hong made the same life-changing decision. Having graduated from college last year, he also returned to his hometown in April from Changde, a city in Hunan, and ventured into the world of video production alongside his uncle.
Now their video channel Shan Bai has attracted more than 59.8 million followers. Xiang Qing designs, films, and edits the videos himself. Xiang Hong serves as the video presenter. Long Lingling, Xiang Qing’s wife, manages the day-to-day operations of the video account, and other family members also contribute to the video production process in different ways.
1. Why do Xiang Qing and Xiang Hong work as video bloggers?A.To pursue personal fame and wealth. |
B.To promote the business of film-making. |
C.To financially support their whole family. |
D.To popularize the lifestyle in their hometown. |
A.Xiang Qing influenced Xiang Hong’s career option. |
B.Xiao Hong quit his first job and switched to video making. |
C.They reached a decision of returning to hometown together. |
D.They got involved in each step of the video production process. |
A.Modest and responsible. | B.Diligent and optimistic. |
C.Devoted and innovative. | D.Ambitious and demanding. |
3 . Best Online Exercise Classes
Online exercise classes are changing the way we think about fitness, and here are some of the best apps for online exercise classes for you to select.
Daily Burn
Daily Burn offers a 30-day free trial, so you can get a feel for the classes and instructors before you make the decision. It provides over 1,000 classes ranging from choices for beginners to advanced athletes, all taught by expert trainers. There are classes that are 10 minutes and ones that are an hour, so you can do a workout that’s perfect for your schedule.
Alo Moves
Through this app, you’re given the chance to connect with encouraging coaches and other hard-working members, and take more than 2,500 different yoga classes of all styles and all difficulties. You can even take classes or practice yoga with any of your friends online. At a price point of $20 per month, it’s surely one of the reasonable at-home choices.
Booya Fitness
Classes offered include cardio (有氧运动) kickboxing, sports conditioning, dancing, and even more. Even if that sounds like you’ll need much expensive equipment, Booya Fitness promises that 75% of their workouts can be completed with just an exercise mat (垫子). Booya Fitness is also very selective (严格挑选的) in the music they play because they know a good song can make your cardio workout motivating. It’s a best choice for the middle and upper class.
Peloton
Peloton’s service is based on live classes intended for anyone who has a bike, and they require the Peloton branded equipment to join in. There are new classes every day, and thousands of classes to choose from. What’s more, there is also a treadmill users can purchase for running- and walking-based classes, and a TV app for strength classes. However, it will charge you more for the convenient service.
1. What can we know about Daily Burn?A.It offers 30-day free trial classes freely. | B.It’s only suitable for advanced athletes. |
C.Most classes are taught by experienced trainers. | D.It’s intended for anyone who has a bike. |
A.Prices. | B.Sports facilities | C.Trainers | D.Music |
A.Daily Burn. | B.Alo Moves. | C.Booya Fitness. | D.Peloton. |
1. How many children star in the show?
A.3. | B.4. | C.5. |
A.He can fly in the sky. | B.He can create force field. | C.He can operate unusual devices. |
A.They run a school. | B.They control everything. | C.They help the community. |
A.Working hard at school. |
B.Learning to be independent. |
C.Applying science to daily life. |
5 . What does the man mean?
A.He missed the TV program. |
B.He doesn’t like the program at all. |
C.He experiences a power failure every night. |
1. Who is the main audience for the announcement?
A.Soccer players. | B.Parents of soccer players. | C.The youngest soccer players. |
A.They are too young to play. |
B.The transportation will be arranged by the speaker. |
C.There aren’t enough players to make teams. |
A.Some insurance. | B.Some reservations. | C.Some paperwork. |
A.His name is Steve. | B.His child plays soccer. | C.He is a soccer coach. |
The audience and viewership for this year’s Spring Festival TV gala, which was aired on Feb 9, Lunar New Year’s Eve or Chinese Lunar New Year, both reached record
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Since its broadcast in 1983, the annual CCTV Spring Festival Gala
8 . Discover the Huge Health Benefits of Strength Training
One of the best ways to stay fit and healthy as you age is to do strength and power training exercises. It is known that when you are in your thirties, you will begin to lose muscle mass. This loss actually contributes to achy joints, the increased risk of injury, and the “middle-age spread” we all fear. What’s more, the older you get, the faster muscle mass loses. It means that eventually, simple tasks like getting out of a chair and climbing stairs can become more difficult.
Strength training can help you build muscles, make you strong, increase your staying power and make everyday activities easier. By combining strength and power training exercises, you’ll not only get stronger, but also improve your reaction speed. As you grow older, that’s critical because it can help prevent falls. Here is a book, Strength and Power Training for All Ages, for your reference.
Common sense about fitness in the book:·The key muscles to work for an injury-free body
·How to tell how much weight is suitable for you
·How to strengthen the bones most likely to break
·How to take pressure off your knees when walking or running
·Why you’ll want to apply heat to sore joints before you exercise
Four total body workouts in the book:·Build bones
·Fight diseases
·Improve balance
·Strengthen muscles &Increase muscle power
Get a copy, start training, and then you’ll discover a whole new self.
1. What will happen as people age according to paragraph 1?A.They will need less exercise. |
B.They will improve reaction speed. |
C.They will experience muscle loss. |
D.They will have better staying power. |
A.Train their brains. | B.Build a sound body. |
C.Treat bone diseases. | D.Cut down their weight. |
A.A notice. | B.An oral folktale. |
C.A scientific paper. | D.An advertisement. |
9 . Jitterbug Phone Plans for Seniors 2024
While some older adults have mastered advanced smartphones like the iPhone, an even large r group needs a smartphone or fi ip phone more suited to their needs. That’s where companies bike Lively come in. This company offers one affordable, accessible phone(Jitterbug Flip2) designed specifically for older adults. It features bearing and compatibility, simple menus, a speakerphone, voice-to-text functionality, a long battery life, and add-on health and safety features. Here you will read the introduction of the phone for your parents and aging relatives.
Easy to Use
Today, mobile phones can be challenging to hear through, difficult to operate, and packed with functions that may never be utilized. However, this is not the case with the Jitterbug Flip2. Its large screen, sizable buttons, and one-touch speed dialing simplify the process of reaching out to loved ones and the powerful speaker ensures every conversation will be loud and clear.
Easy to Enjoy
Wherever they go, a built-in camera makes it easy for them to capture and share their favorite Memories. Plus, the flashlight and the built-in magnifier(放大镜) help them see in dark areas.
Easy to Be Prepared
In the event of an y emergency—medical or otherwise—the Urgent Response feature can come in handy, By pressing the dedicated button on the top of the Flip2’s screen, they can be immediately connected to an agent certified by the International Academic s of Emergency Dispatch(IAED) who could trace their location and send help if accessary. For an extra $20 per month, they can get access to it, which turned their phone into a medical alert system, complete with 24/7 professional monitoring.
Flexible and Affordable Plans
The Jitterbug Flip2 is one of the most affordable cell phones on the market and comes with reliable nationwide network coverage. With no long-term contracts or cancellation fees, they can switch cellular plans any time.
$11.99/mo. | $14.99/mo. | $ 17.99/mo. | $ 19.99/mo. |
100minutes I0¢per text | 300 minutes 7¢ per text | 500 minutes 1¢ per text | unlimited minutes unlimited texts |
The phone is available in- store or online at lively.com/flip. If you want to learn more, call 1-866-490-3411.
1. What cannot make the Jitterbug Flip 2 easier for seniors to call family or friends?A.The large screen. | B.The big and easy to see dialing buttons. |
C.The one-touch speed dialing. | D.The built-in camera. |
A.$ 17.99/mo. | B.$ 19.99/mo. |
C.$ 37.99/mo. | D.$ 39.99/mo. |
A.Those adults who are looking for a suitable cellphone for their aging parents. |
B.Those older adults who need affordable and accessible phones. |
C.Those younger adults who want to buy cell phones for themselves. |
D.All of the above. |
10 .
“Critic’s Pick. The movie is extremely emotional(like a Toni Morrison novel or a Mary Oliver poem).” LISA KENNEDY, THE NEW YORK TIMES Raven Jaskson *2023 *U.S. *97 minutes |
2023 Gotham Award Nominee for Breakthrough Figure(Raven Jackson)
One of the most visually striking, profoundly moving American moviemaking debuts(首次亮相) in years, Raven Jackson’s All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is an eye-catching immersion into a young woman’s inner world, filmed and edited with an extraordinary attention to the tiniest detail. This impressionistic journey skips ahead and back through decades to tell the story of Mack, whose upbringing in rural Mississippi is touched by grace, dotted with heartbreak, and always carried high in the sky by the surrounding natural beauty. As she ages, she loses loved ones and gains others, while making decisions that change the course of her life, and that of her beloved sister. Relying on sounds and images to tell her story, and employing minimal dialogue, Jackson has created something breathtakingly quiet and ultimately transporting a spiritual respect to the moments, feelings, and connections that make a life. An A24 release.
Show Times:November 7—November 15
12:15 PM 2:15 PM 4:15 PM 6:15 PM 8:15 PM
Please note:*Open caption screenings of the film will play on November 8—November 13
12:15 PM 6:15 PM
*Audio description available at all screenings.
1. According to the passage, Raven Jackson is a(n)____________.A.critic | B.director | C.actor | D.editor |
A.Mack’s life is full of ups and downs. |
B.All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt is highly thought of. |
C.New technology is used to create some thrilling scenes. |
D.Mack, the leading role, is brought up in the countryside. |
A.11/7 at 6:15 PM | B.11/11 at 12:15 PM |
C.11/12 at 8:15 PM | D.11/14 at 6:15 PM |