1 . Do you want to have a nice trip in your spare time?Maybe Yunnan is a good choice for you.There you can enjoy yourselves every day.
| Time | Activities |
| Day 1 | Arrive in Shangri-la.You will meet your local guide at the airport or the bus station and he or she will take you to the hotel.Visit Napa Lake in your free time in the afternoon. |
| Day 2 | Drive to Lijiang for 2 hours and visit Tiger Leaping Gorge on the way. After you reach Lijiang,you can visit Black Dragon Pond and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain.You can take the cable car to Baisha village in Lijiang. |
| Day 3 | Take a bus to Dali (about 3 hours). You can go boating on Erhai Lake.Visit Bai village, Xizhou and Zhoucheng. Do some shopping in the old Dali town. |
| Day 4 | Fly to Kunming in the morning,which is the capital of Yunnan. Then take a tour to the Stone Forest.In the afternoon,end your trip and leave Kunming by plane. |
Contact Information：
Phone: 0551-83987236
Working time: 9:00-17:00
Company: Sunshine Travel Agency(旅行社)
Address: 209 Huaihe Road, Hefei, Anhui
1. The information above may be from ______ ?| A．a story | B．a news report | C．a geography book | D．a travel guide |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．visit Napa Lake | B．take the cable car |
| C．go shopping | D．meet the local guide |
| A．On the first day. | B．On the second day. | C．On the third day. | D．On the fourth day. |
2 . For the past five years, I have worked in strategic roles in advertising. During my work, I challenged the difficulties in creating an ad that would be relevant to the brand, match its core values, and would also target appropriately consumers with a strong consumer insight. When I contribute to a successful campaign that matches all of the above, what I get is sheer bliss. In this sense, I love advertising.
Nevertheless, I am aware advertising has its gray areas. In many cases, advertisers focus on few features that can distinguish them from the competition, while presenting an incomplete picture of the product. For example, a snack brand can focus on the taste claim and ignore any clear reference to nutritional values and calories of the product. In other cases, advertisers claim superiority by using survey findings that do not agree with consumers’ common sense. Recently, a new Cola was introduced by a major Israeli company, claiming its Cola tastes better than the traditional Coca-Cola. Although such claim is possible, it is highly unlikely that a private-label Cola will be able to better suit the Israeli taste, since Coca-Cola dominates the Israeli Cola market for decades with over 90% market share. Yet, as a marketer, I understand we must be aggressive to put our products in consumers’ consideration set.
From a consumer’s standpoint, however, I have a contradictory attitude towards ads. I have some strong relationships with brands I encounter on a regular basis. I adore the design and innovation of Nespresso. I already replaced 4 iPhone models during the last decade and never bought a basketball shoe which is not a Nike shoe. When these brands advertise, I am open to hear about new products and watch ads. Consequently, I am willing to pay more or purchase more expensive products.
Meanwhile, getting used to certain brands makes me less willing to try new ones. When I experience a brand that does not meet my expectations as my usual choices do, I feel like I made a wrong decision. Moreover, the bad experience increases my skepticism towards new brands.
Overall, I admire the efforts made by us advertisers to increase sales. However, my true desire as a consumer is to minimize my exposure to irrelevant ads as much as possible.
1. What does the underlined expression “sheer bliss” in Paragraph 1 mean?| A．Pure happiness. | B．Deep worry. | C．A heavy burden. | D．A great chance. |
| A．most products only have a few features |
| B．the legal boundaries of ads are undefined |
| C．the truth of the products is partially presented |
| D．most ads confuse their products with their rivals’ |
| A．The author was inspired by the design of Nespresso. |
| B．The author has never been bothered by high price. |
| C．The author is loyal to certain brands. |
| D．The author likes watching ads. |
| A．Why Ads Are Misleading | B．Why I Love and Hate Ads |
| C．What Made Ads So Annoying | D．What Made a Household Brand |
3 . Bird House Keeper Internship
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s. Bird House is looking for qualified interns (实习生) who are interested in developing zoo professional skills in animal care. Interns play an important role in animal conservation and have the unique opportunity to aid animal care staff in various responsibilities.
Interns will:
•Experience and learn all aspects of animal husbandry (畜牧业)
•Learn and follow animal and keeper safety guidelines and operations
•Complete a project and present findings to bird staff
• Perform other duties
Support will be given to any intern who wishes to pursue the publication of their project results at the cud of the internship.
Qualifications:
Strong preference will be given to undergraduate and graduate students or recent graduates pursuing a career in a related field.
•Previous animal experience in a zoo preferred but not required
•Flexible, reliable, self-motivated and a team player
•Ability to follow oral and written instructions
•Able to establish and maintain an effective relationship with people
• Strong written and oral communication
• Good observational skill
•Able to actively work in severe weather
Stipend (津贴):
This is an unpaid internship. Interns will be responsible for all transportation costs and personal health insurance.
Housing:
The intern will make his or her own housing arrangements in the Washington, D.C., area.
Parking:
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and the Smithsonian Institution do not provide free parking to interns.
Term of appointment:
This is a three-month internship with the possibility of extending (延长) to six months. Interns must be able to commit 30-40 hours per week, including holidays and weekends.
How to Apply:
To apply, go to solaa.si.edu.
1. What will interns be offered?| A．Free publication of their project results. |
| B．Free accommodation. |
| C．Round-trip costs. |
| D．Some training in animal care. |
| A．Having strong communication skills. |
| B．Being familiar with birds’ habits. |
| C．Having working experience in a zoo. |
| D．Being graduate students. |
| A．90-120 hours. |
| B．At least 360 hours. |
| C．120-480 hours. |
| D．At least 480 hours. |
4 . Don’t like getting out of the shower on cold mornings? Are you feeling that cold wind when working or trying to relax?
The biggest issue that people have is the fact that most old-fashioned heaters are big, cost a lot to run and waste energy. Luckily, a company has recently just developed a product which saves a ton of power during its operation and is, above all, smart and easy to use! It’s called HotixPro and it’s a very small, powerful heater that consumes much less energy than regular heaters.
How Does HotixPro Work?
The ceramic element (陶瓷零件) stays warm 30% longer, so it doesn’t have to use much power to reheat over and over again. The fan inside HotixPro then sucks the air out through the hot ceramic element and distributes it evenly throughout the room! It can heat a room up to 250 square feet and make it warmer in a few minutes, for just pennies.
What Makes It So Special?
One of the amazing features it has is the programmable timer. You can program it and warm up your bathroom before you wake up. Also, its remote controller makes it very easy to adjust the temperature. The company also kept safety in mind in the creation process——they added a sensor which makes HotixPro stop completely if it becomes too hot.
Is It Worth It?
Don’t let your quality of life continue to suffer. Save on expensive energy costs and keep warm during the winter anywhere! Purchase HotixPro at half price with free worldwide shipping!
1. What is the main advantage of HotixPro?| A．It is delicate. | B．It is efficient. | C．It is big. | D．It is free of charge. |
| A．By keeping a high temperature itself. |
| B．By storing the heat inside its big body. |
| C．By heating the ceramic element again and again. |
| D．By taking in cold air and giving off warm air. |
| A．Checking the temperature automatically. |
| B．Adjusting the temperature from a distance. |
| C．Turning on or off HotixPro at the set time. |
| D．Turning off HotixPro when the room is too hot. |
5 . More than 20,000 drivers and front seat passengers are killed or seriously injured each year. At a speed of only 30 miles per hour it is the same as falling from a third floor window. Wearing a seat belt saves lives; it reduces your chance of death or serious injury by more than half.
Therefore drivers or front seat passengers over 14 most vehicles must wear a seat belt. If you do not, you could be fined up to $50. It will not be up to the drivers to make sure you wear your belt. But it will be the driver’s responsibility to make sure that children under 14 do not ride in the front unless they are wearing a seat belt of some kind.
However, you do not have to wear a seat belt if you are reversing(倒退) your vehicle; or you are making a local delivery or collection using a special vehicle; or if you have a valid(正当的) medical certificate(证书) which excuses you from wearing it. Make sure these cases supply to you before you decide not to wear your seat belt. Remember you may be taken to court for not doing so, and you may be fined if you cannot prove to the court you have been excused from wearing.
1. This passage is probably taken from ______.| A．medical magazine | B．a legal document |
| C．a textbook | D．a government information booklet |
| A．reduces road accidents by more than half |
| B．reduces the death rate in traffic accidents |
| C．saves lives while driving at a speed up to 30 miles per hour |
| D．saves more than 16,000 lives each year |
| A．make the front seat passenger wear a seat belt |
| B．make the front seat children under 14 wear a seat belt |
| C．stop children from riding in the front seat |
| D．wear a seat belt each time he drives |
| A．to pay a fine rather than wear a seat belt |
| B．to wear a seat belt for health reasons |
| C．not to wear seat belt for health reasons |
| D．to get a valid medical certificate before wearing a seat belt |
Shanghai Disneyland Park, located in Chuansha New Town of Pudong New Area, was
Tourists can choose goods and enjoy tasty snacks while they are
It is obvious that with its exciting
7 . Ready for a new challenge? There’s nothing quite like reaching the top of a really tall mountain. Below are some mountains waiting for climbers to touch their icy faces, whether beginners or the experienced.
Mont Blanc: 15,781 feet
Though the climb to its top is not a piece of cake, a guided trip up will be achievable by most climbers with proper fitness. Make sure to plan ahead of time as recent rules have been made to limit overcrowding on the mountain.
What to bring: A backpack of equipment such as trekking shoes, and ropes.
Pico de Orizaba: 18,491 feet
Although climbing Pico de Orizaba is relatively simple, a guide is highly recommended as well as plenty of time to take over its top. Stay at the tent, wake up in the early morning and then make your way up this North America’s third-highest peak. Once you get there, the views are worth the effort.
What to bring: A week or two’s acclimatization (服水土) training.
Mount Rainier: 14,410 feet
Mount Rainier is such an famous mountain that it even has its own National Park. Though it is at the lowest height of the four, this active volcano throws more challenges than the other three. So a guide is required to reach the top. But with all the necessary preparation, the climb is never short of wonderful views.
What to bring: A portable (便携的) stove to turn snow into your drinking water.
Mount Kilimanjaro: 19,341 feet
Mount Kilimanjaro can be hiked without setting foot on ice or snow. A guide is required and it will take you up to a week to reach the top, but you will feel proud to say you have climbed Africa’s highest peak.
What to bring: To reach Kilimanjaro, you’re probably going to need to break the bank. And the money goes to the experienced guides and Kilimanjaro National Park to protect the mountain and wildlife.
1. Which mountain controls the number of its visitors?| A．Mont Blanc. | B．Pico de Orizaba. |
| C．Mount Rainier. | D．Mount Kilimanjaro. |
| A．Take a backpack of trekking shoes and ropes. |
| B．Have a acclimatization training for some time. |
| C．Take a portable stove in order to drink water. |
| D．Take all the money he or she has in the bank. |
| A．They are not suitable for experienced climbers. |
| B．They attract very few climbers. |
| C．A tour guide is needed when climbers climb them. |
| D．The roads up to the tops are covered by snow. |
8 . Library Activities for Children
Salem Public Library offers a lot of fun and educational activities for children and adults all year round. Sign up for email notifications and never miss an event
Creative Kids: After-School Arts Activity
4:30—5:30 p.m.| 3rd Thursday of the month | Story Rooms A & B
School-age kids from 2nd to 5th grades are invited to an after-school activity in arts the third Thursday of each month October through March. Sign up online or at the Children's Ask Here Desk.
Read to a Pet
1:00—2: 30 p.m.| 2nd and last Saturday of the month| 3rd Floor Children's Area
This program is a relaxing way for young readers to improve their reading skills. Visiting dogs and cats have been trained by Paws for Love and are nice and friendly. This is a drop-in program, and sign-ups are not necessary.
Monthly Lego Party
2:00—3:00 p.m.| 3rd Saturday of the month| Story Rooms Floor 3
Kids with their grown-ups are invited for an hour of Lego play. Legos are provided. Bring your imagination! This creative activity is for ages 4 and up.
Discovery Room
The Discovery Room gives chances for children to think creatively, use their imagination, and learn while playing. The theme of the Discovery Room changes four times a year. Discovery Room hours often change, too. Please call before you come to find out when it will be open.
1. Which activity will children enjoy if they like dogs and cats?| A．Discovery Room. | B．Read to a Pet. |
| C．Monthly Lego Party. | D．Creative Kids: After-school Arts Activity. |
| A．It needs sign-ups. | B．It lasts for one hour. |
| C．It is a weekly program. | D．It is for kids aged 2-4. |
| A．Its theme changes. | B．It is held four times a year. |
| C．It takes place on weekdays. | D．Its goal is to encourage children's creativity. |
9 . Natural. High quality. Unique.
That's Almased.
 Selected ingredients (原料), an exceptional mix and production process: that's how we create the unique Almased effect. ➢Combination of ingredients that's more effective than individual nutrients (营养物质). ➢No artificial flavourings, fillers or sweeteners. ➢Supports fat-burning during digestion. ➢Supports resistance to common diseases. |
Many products promise what only Almased can deliver. In order to achieve the unique Almased effect, it takes more than just mixing soy, yogurt and honey. The recipe for our Almased powder is as simple as it is unique: high-quality and natural soy, honey and yogurt. SOY｜The high-quality non-GMO soy (非转基因大豆) used in Almased is an environmentally friendly, sustainable source of plant protein. A single serving of Almased supplies 27 grams of protein. HONEY｜Unlike most regular honey, which is heat-treated, the raw honey in Almased is bursting with freshness even after it is canned. The honey's natural ingredients are still living and active when you open the can. YOGURT｜Cows that are naturally fed can even in turn encourage grass growth. This is why Almased sources its milk and yogurt from happy cows in Ireland and northern Germany, where they live in green grasslands. Being a natural product, Almased has a very plain taste and can be prepared in many different ways. Whether you like it sweet or fruity, there are no limits to how you flavour it. This ensures Almased doesn't get boring and suits your personal taste perfectly. So quick and easy to prepare, Almased can be fitted into your daily routine with ease. |
| A．its nutrients are easier to absorb | B．it can help burn fat |
| C．secret ingredients are included | D．it cures common diseases |
| A．It manages to mix different ingredients together. |
| B．Selected ingredients can stay fresh as ever. |
| C．Soy, yogurt and honey are specially treated. |
| D．Superior natural materials generate uniqueness. |
| A．Almased can replace our regular routine diet. |
| B．It's hard to make Almased appeal to everyone. |
| C．There seem various ways of serving Almased. |
| D．Almased has just the same taste as plain yogurt. |
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My favorite TV program
My favorite TV program is Chinese Poetry Competition. The show has enjoyed greatly popularity since it launched by CCTV in 2016. Chen Geng from Beijing University had a outstanding performance but came out on top in this year' s season final. This TV show not only remind audience of those classic Chinese poem but also helps them truly appreciate the beauty and fun of poetry. That impresses me most is Flying Orders in the show, which I think is very dificul. This program lets me to enjoy the happiness brought by poetry. Afer watch the program, I begin to fall imto love with poems.
