1 . An estimated 1 to 2 million people work out in virtual reality monthly. If you’re like me and find it hard to spend meaningful time in the gym, VR fitness might be for you. Here are my picks from the apps I’ve tested:
①Les Mills BodyCombat: Les Mills BodyCombat is great for beginners with a lot to offer—the works center around punching, squatting, and knee-striking targets. While the update added workouts and a new mixed reality mode showing you the room around you, I still look to other apps and games for variety. It also doesn’t have a “cool down” after the workouts—so I’ll typically switch to another app after my workout to relax. $30/ one time purchase
②FitXR: FitXR is a subscription-based app with a diverse line of workouts. A recent update added Zumba and a mixed reality mode called Slam to a list that includes boxing, combat, high-intensity interval training, sculpt and dance. I enjoy FitXR quite a bit, but it’s not my top recommendation due to the cost, the poor pictures, and some missing mixed-reality options. $9.99/month
③Supernatural: Supernatural is one of the most popular VR fitness apps. Unsurprisingly, it’s a polished experience with beautiful locations from around the world, popular music you’ll recognize, and energetic trainers with two main workout types—Boxing and Flow.$3.00/one time purchase
④Xponential + : Xponential +, the newest offering for Quest platforms, has partnered with other workout studios to bring their workouts to reality. I love how the app brings the work out into your living room by displaying a small version of the trainer on your floor or ceiling when it detects that you’re in a plank, pushup, or lying on your back. $9.99/month-also includes access to workouts via app or web.
1. What do Les Mills BodyCombat and FitXR have in common?| A．Both provide mixed reality mode. | B．Both are at a high price. |
| C．Both are suitable for beginners. | D．Both provide various workouts. |
| A．①② | B．①③ | C．③④ | D．②③ |
| A．A course plan. | B．A sports website. |
| C．A science magazine. | D．A tourist brochure. |
1. What encouraged Mr Roberston to go to the Antarctic?
| A．A training course. | B．A program. | C．A report. |
| A．Falling into ice holes. |
| B．Losing touch with others. |
| C．Living in extreme temperatures. |
| A．The wind. | B．The plane. | C．The device. |
| A．They could leave earlier. |
| B．They got some fresh food. |
| C．Someone lived near them. |
3 . Art Gallery of NSW(New South Wales) Exhibition
Louise Bourgeois: Has the Day Invaded the Night or Has the Night Invaded the Day?
25 November 2023-28 April 2024
Day and night, love and rage, calm and chaos. Enter a world of emotional extremes in this exhibition of the art of Louise Bourgeois, one of the most influential artists of the past century. Born in Paris in 1911 and living and working in New York until her death in 2010, Bourgeois is well-known for her fearless exploration of human relationships across a seven-decade career.
Louise Bourgeois: Has the Day Invaded the Night or Has the Night Invaded the Day? reveals the extraordinary reach and intensity of Bourgeois’ art, from unforgettable sculptures of the 1940s to her tough yet tender weaving works of the 1990s and 2000s. It also reveals the psychological tensions that powered her search, through a dramatic presentation in two contrasting exhibition spaces. Moving from the well-lit rooms of “Day” to the darkened area of “Night”, viewers will encounter more than 120 works, including many never seen before in Australia.
Tickets can be booked online via the exhibition or event page on our website, or in person at the welcome desk at the Art Gallery. Tickets cannot be exchanged, but if something unexpected happens that prevents you from attending, you can change the date of your reservation in your confirmation email.
1. What do we know about Louise Bourgeois?| A．Her art is conservative. | B．She was an emotional artist. |
| C．She was raised in Paris. | D．Her art explores human relationships. |
| A．Various themes. | B．Contrasting layout. |
| C．Intensive colors. | D．Extraordinary paintings. |
| A．Reschedule the date. | B．Cancel the booking. |
| C．Claim the money back. | D．Exchange the event. |
1. Why did the man stop watching the program last night?
| A．It was aired too late. | B．It lasted too long. | C．It was full of ads. |
| A．Issuing cash cards. | B．Buying products. | C．Running a series of ads. |
| A．Striking. | B．Disturbing. | C．Astonishing. |
5 . The two-week Harvard Pre-College Program is an intense and exciting experience of the college life. The admission committee is now looking for mature, academically motivated students who will graduate from high school and enter college in 2022.
The Course Experience
With over 30 courses to choose from, you’re sure to find a topic that interests you. Although courses are non-credit and do not have letter grades, you need to attend the class in its entirety. When class is not in session, you can participate in creative and social activities. At the end of the program, you’ll receive a written evaluation from your instructor, as well as a transcript (成绩单).
Time
·July 24 — August 5
How to Apply
Complete an online application and provide supplemental (补充的) materials, including:
·The $75 non-refundable application fee.
·Transcripts from 9th grade to fall 2021 grades: This can include progress reports, report cards, and educational summaries from your high school
·If English is not your native language, submit scores from the TOEFL IBT or IELTS language proficiency exam along with your application.
Cost & Aid
The total fee for a Harvard Pre-College Program 2022 session is $4,950. The program fee includes tuition, room and board, and activity costs for the full two weeks. There is also a non-refundable $75 application fee and $100 health insurance.
A limited number of scholarships are available to assist students who demonstrate financial need. Awards vary based on need, and atypical award covers part of the tuition.
How to contact us
Interested in learning more about the program? Complete our request form, and a member of cur team will contact you.
Phone:(617) 495-4023
Email: precollege@summer.harvard.cn
1. Which is a requirement for students attending the course?| A．Completing 30 courses. | B．Getting required credits. |
| C．Having a full attendance. | D．Prioritizing social activities. |
| A．Health certificate. | B．Academic conditions. |
| C．Financial declaration. | D．Personal integrity. |
| A．$75. | B．$100. | C．$4,950. | D．$5,125. |
6 . Starting to write short stories: An online workshop with Stuart Evers
This is an online paid event organized by The Guardian
Award-winning writer Stuart Evers leads a highly practical and confidence-building master class in writing short stories.
Regardless of your experience, under Stuart’s expert guidance, you will take the first crucial steps in short storytelling, with a special focus on coming up with ideas, so that you will have a newfound confidence in your ability to continue crafting short stories, far beyond the course.
Course content●What makes a short story?
●How to generate ideas for short stories
●Writing techniques that can be put into practice instantly
●Writing exercises that allow different ideas to spark off one another
This course is for…▲A Writers who want to learn the fundamentals of the short story form and develop their skills through practical writing exercises
▲Anyone looking to build their confidence in storytelling
Course Details★Date: Tuesday 31 June 2024
★Time: 6pm-9pm (GMT)
★A catch up recording will be shared after the class and will be available for two weeks.
You will be sent a link to the webinar 24 hours and 30 minutes before the start time. Please email masterclasses@theguardian.com if you do not receive it.
This event will be hosted on a third-party live streaming platform Zoom, please refer to their privacy policy and terms and conditions before purchasing a ticket to the class.
Once a purchase is complete we will not be able to refund you if you do not attend or cancel your event booking. Please see our terms and conditions for more information on our refund policy.
1. What does the course pay more attention to?| A．Creating characters. | B．Writing techniques. |
| C．Forming creative ideas. | D．Writing exercises. |
| A．Not receiving the access link. | B．Learning the online workshop. |
| C．Getting some learning materials. | D．Purchasing a ticket to the class. |
| A．Unconditioned refund. | B．A recording of lectures. |
| C．Free booking on Zoom. | D．24 hours of broadcasting. |
1. Which place is the hostess going this time?
| A．India. | B．Africa. | C．The South Pole. |
| A．By ship. | B．By plane. | C．By train. |
1. What does the man like about YouTube?
| A．Watching funny home videos. |
| B．Learning about the special TV channels. |
| C．Putting his own videos on the website. |
| A．Low fat meals. | B．Unhealthy meals. | C．Vegetarian meals. |
| A．They are tasted by the audience. |
| B．They are given to the homeless. |
| C．They are eaten by the cooks and their friends. |
1. What is the relationship between the speakers?
| A．Librarian and reader. | B．Reporter and passer-by. | C．Teacher and student. |
| A．In a library. | B．In a mall. | C．In the street. |
| A．It is new. | B．It is reasonably priced. | C．It is easy to reach. |
| A．Reducing noise. |
| B．Sharing more news. |
| C．Offering job opportunities. |
10 . You probably consider calorie (卡路里) burning with training. You can get great calorie burning effects with the following exercises.
RunningRunning is one of the best calorie burners out there. An average person can burn anywhere from 500 to 1,000 calories in one hour of running. Speed and pace are all factors that can affect calorie burning. But running uses every muscle group in the body, allowing you to burn more calories.
High Intensity Interval (高强度间歇运动) Training (HIIT)If you want intensity, HIIT is right for you. This physical exercise involves working hard in intervals, then resting. Because your heart rate will stay at a high level, you’ll burn more calories in less time. On average, a person will burn 400 to 600 calories in 30 minutes.
Jumping ropeThis childhood activity can actually do wonders for your health. Jumping rope is great for strengthening the lower and upper body while training your balance and coordination (协调能力), because your mind has to work while you jump. Jumping rope can burn 600 to 1,000 calories in an hour.
SwimmingSwimming is a low-intensity form of exercise that also uses muscle groups of your body. In just 30 minutes of swimming, an average person can burn 200 to 300 calories. Swimming also helps to shape body, control blood pressure, and increase strength—all great reasons for you to jump into the water.
1. Which kind of exercise burns the most calories in an hour?| A．Running. | B．Swimming. |
| C．Jumping rope. | D．High Intensity Interval Training. |
| A．Those who want to train their mind. | B．Those who want to have good balance. |
| C．Those who want to control blood pressure. | D．Those who want to do low-intensity activities. |
| A．To encourage people to compete in sports. | B．To teach people how to do exercise. |
| C．To provide ways to burn calories. | D．To promote a healthy lifestyle. |
