1 . Best Sunglasses for Cycling

A pair of cycling sunglasses is a smart buy, whether you ride on the road or the track.

The direct light of the sun can cause cyclists to see dark or black spots which can gradually develop into blindness if not immediately taken care of. Risks such as sand, insects and even rain can also seriously damage your eyes.

Aside from protecting your eyes, glasses need to be comfortable and to stay in place. Adaptability is important too, which is why some cycling glasses come with different coloured lenses (镜片).

Here’s our picks for this year’s best glasses so you can choose the perfect pair for you.

Fancy Eye V7

Optics (光学) company Fancy Eye is big in the snow sports and motor sports worlds, known for producing cool-looking glasses. The V7 glasses are half-frame, specially designed for mountain biking. Its lenses react quickly to brightening conditions, quickly changing colour from yellow to a dark shade.

Price: £135

Quest Collection S125

Quest Collection’s S125 glasses (31g) combine attractive looks with functionality. No wind or light will trouble you as you ride, which is very nice. The lens itself is photochromic – under low light conditions the lens is smoky grey, turning dark grey as lighting conditions improve. For really cloudy days, or if you’re riding in darkness, it also comes with a second, clear lens.

Price: £99

Roderick Optics 2001

The latest-edition Roderick Optics 2001 glasses are totally frameless, enlarging your field of vision both vertically and horizontally. The lens is one of the clearest we’ve tried. Unique to this second version is the adjustable nose piece – though it can only move a few millimetres, it does make a difference in where the lens sits on your face.

Price: £120

1. According to the passage, which is NOT considered when choosing cycling sunglasses ?

A．Being able to prevent light and insects from harming your eyes.

B．Having no dark or black spots on the lens.

C．Being comfortable to wear and not easy to move.

D．Adapting to different environments with colour-changing lenses.

2. What does the underlined word “photochromic” mean ?

A．Changing colours with the light.	B．Enlarging the field of vision.
C．Attractive-looking and useful.	D．Protecting eyes from the light and wind.

3. Which statement is NOT true ?

A．If you usually ride your bike in the mountains, Fancy Eye V7 is a good choice.

B．Quest Collection’s S125 provides two pairs of lenses which can be used in different conditions.

C．Roderick Optics 2001 and Fancy Eye V7 both have half-frame designs.

D．Roderick Optics 2001’s nose piece can be adjusted to fit your face.

2 . 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

In 1996, Yi Shu, one of Hong Kong’s most beloved novelists,     1     (deal)with parent-child relationships with the book: Cheng Huan Ji(Bringing Joy to Parents). Now, 28 years later, this story has been adapted into the new drama, Best Choice Ever,     2     has soon become a hit since its recent release on Tencent Video. With Yang Zi and He Saifei starring as a 29-year-old woman Mai Chenhuan from Shanghai and her commanding mother, the drama focuses     3     the girl’s self growth. Chemuan sticks to her own desires for love and professional success,     4     (struggle)hard to live up to her mother’s expectations at the same time. Originally the novel     5     (set)in Hong Kong in 1995, however, scriptwriter Li Jingling has successfully changed the story to a more recent period in Shanghai, noting its unique     6     (explore)of parent-child and family relationships. Despite the fact that Tian Yu, the director. along with most of the key creators are not natives of Shanghai, the drama has got Shanghai’s city life properly. During     7     special three-month visit to Shanghai, Tian Yu visited local attractions, cafes, and restaurants to know more about the citizens and     8     (they)daily life. Excited about the drama’s popularity, Li Jingjing also wished that the series would inspire younger viewers     9     (have)a better understanding of their parents and can     10     (true)embrace their parents’ values by learning how to balance filial love with the pursuit of their own ambitions.

5 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What TV channel is Jimmy Kimmel Live on?

A．NBC.

B．TBS.

C．ABC.

2. When did Jimmy Kimmel become especially famous?

A．After he hosted the Oscars.

B．After Donald Trump became president.

C．When he cried at his show for the first time.

3. On talk shows, what usually comes right after the opening speech?

A．An interview.

B．A musical performance.

C．A comedy performance.

4. What did Jimmy Kimmel do before hosting Jimmy Kimmel Live?

A．He taught in a drama school.

B．He worked at a radio station.

C．He went to school in Los Angeles.

6 . Bullet comments—comments which fly across the screen on certain video platforms—represent a ·modern approach to communication that young people use in cyberspace to express their ideas, emotions and feelings. When looking back, however, they are a good reminder of what was hot or trending in the past year.

On Dec 15,2023, Bilibili, a Chinese video-sharing platform, picked “Ah?” as the Bullet Comment of the Year. In 2023, “Ah?” appeared more than 13.2 million times on Bilibili as a bullet comment, according to Dazhong Daily.

Today, young people in China use “Ah?” to express their surprise and amazement. User Mo Xin filmed himself writing down the ancient Chinese text Hard Is the Road to Shu (《蜀道难》) in one stroke (一笔) and subsequently uploaded the video to Bilibili. This feat (壮举) resulted in the video winning the most “Ah?”bullet comments on the platform.

China’s huge technological advancements have also generated “Ah?” comments from Bilibili users. In August, China made a breakthrough in controllable nuclear fusion (可控核聚变) technology. Its new-generation “artificial sun” Huanliu-3 looks to open new doors in the world of nuclear fusion. Videos announcing this news were inundated (淹没) in “Ah?” comments.

Though simple and easily understandable, “Ah?” provides insights into young people’s interests. Their focus extends beyond mere entertainment, however. They also, use “Ah?” to engage with. commentaries, and scientific discoveries, indicating a deeper, more serious layer of interest. These “Ah?” comments reveal that young people are attentive to the world around them. “Ah?” has become their unique way of responding to contemporary events, using it as a tool to document today’s history.

Every year brings a new bullet comment of the year, but what never changes is how young people want their voices to be heard. Do you still remember which video got you to send an “Ah?” in 2023?

1. What do we know about “Bullet comments” according to the text?

A．They will remind others of your opinions.

B．They are an easy way to interact with others.

C．They enable us to think about the popular events.

D．They are used in young people’s daily communication.

2. Why is Hard Is the Road to Shu mentioned in paragraph 3?

A．To prove the function of “Ah?”.	B．To argue for the benefit of “Ah?”.
C．To explain the popularity of “Ah?”.	D．To clarify the development of “Ah?”.

3. What are the features of “Ah?”?

A．Concrete and modern.	B．Easy and accessible.
C．Abstract but popular.	D．Unique but meaningless.

4. Which of the following is likely to get most “Ah?” on Bilibili according to the text?

A．Huawei made a breakthrough in 5G.

B．Southern little potatoes poured in Harbin.

C．The Moutai-flavoured coffee came into the market.

D．China, Singapore mutual visa-free policies will boost tourism.

8 . Strawberry picking is a popular and enjoyable activity in Pennsylvania. The state’s favorable weather and long growing season make it a favorite pastime for both locals and tourists.

Bricker’s Strawberries

It is a family-owned farm in Carlisle, PA, offering pre-picked and pick-your-own berries throughout the year. Prices range from $2/pound for pick-your-own berries to $4.25/quart for pre-picked berries. Opening hours may vary depending on the weather, so it’s best to check their website before heading out to the farm.

Oak Grove Farms

Oak Grove Farms in Mechanicsburg, PA, has been a family-owned farm since the 1960s. They offer a variety of fruits, and delicious baked goods, with strawberries being their specialty. Prices start at $15 for a 4-quart container. The farm store is open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for visitors to make a purchase.

Honey Bear Orchards

Located in Lebanon, PA, it is a family-owned orchard providing fresh fruits to the community since 1980. With their fun and safe atmosphere, you can pick your quality fruit with your friends. U-pick strawberries cost $2/pound. They also offer pre-picked strawberries for a slightly higher cost. You can pay through cash or check only in their shop.

Brecknock Orchard

Brecknock Orchard in Mohnton, PA, is a family-friendly farm where you can pick strawberries and enjoy other activities on the farm. Wagon (马车) ride orchard tours cost $8 per person and include beautiful toys for kids. The cost of strawberry picking starts at $4/pound, and they accept cash and credit cards.

1. What deserves your special attention if you are going to Bricker’s Strawberries?

A．Its opening hours.	B．Its location.
C．Its fruit prices.	D．Its berry types.

2. What does Oak Grove Farms and Honey Bear Orchards have in common?

A．Providing shopping services.	B．Sharing an equally long history.
C．Being owned by the same family.	D．Having the same business hours.

3. Which is most suitable for a family with young children?

A．Bricker’s Strawberries.	B．Oak Grove Farms.
C．Honey Bear Orchards.	D．Brecknock Orchard.

9 . A chance to become a UNICEF ambassador (大使)

Since 2006, UNICEF has successfully recruited (招募) more than 1,000 ambassadors to become “Friends of UNICEF” ambassadors each year. They were from all walks of life, including primary and secondary school students and they actively supported UNICEF activities.

In 2007 and 2008, the FOU ambassadors supported UNICEF to spread the message of Child-Friendly Family Campaign. They organized themed school projects in schools and took part in community services to spread the message of a violence-free environment.

In celebration of the 20th Anniversary of Convention (公约) on the Rights of the Child (CRC) in 2009, 2,000 new ambassadors will be expected to support our “CRC@20 - Unite for Children” Campaign and participate in all our children’s rights advocacy (支持) activities.

All Secondary and Primary School students are welcome!
Application Deadline: 16-1-2009
Application Methods:
For application on school-basis, please contact your teacher.
For application on individual-basis, please complete the application form below.
Enquiry Tel.: 2833 6139
Fax: 2834 0996
1. What can we know about the FOU Ambassadors Programme according to this passage?

A．It has been going on for five years.

B．It has already got 1,000 student ambassadors.

C．You can only apply for it through your teachers.

D．It focuses on creating a friendly family environment for children.

2. Who can apply for this programme this year?

A．Students aged 7-18.

B．People from all walks of life.

C．Parents who care about their children.

D．Primary and secondary school teachers.

3. What is the type of this text?

A．A tour guide.	B．An official report.
C．An advertisement.	D．A forum announcement.

10 .

1. What have/has to be eaten in both breakfast and lunch?

A．Vegetables.

B．Sandwiches.

C．Milk.

D．Fruit.

2. How much money needs to be paid if a student has two breakfasts and two lunches one day?

A．6. 25 dollars.

B．4. 25 dollars.

C．2. 75 dollars.

D．None.

3. Where can you find the posters?

A．In a magazine.

B．In a journal.

C．On a website.

D．In a textbook.