1 .
A Bite of China is a very popular TV program. It shows the relationship between
A Bite of China III has already broadcast (播放) eight episodes(集). Every episode has a different topic. The producer and director of the third season is Liu Hongyan. She invited a Dutch photographer, Banito Strangio, to
Many experts do think of this program as an/a
Chinese eating habits
A.food | B.knowledge | C.skill | D.land |
A.clearly | B.possibly | C.slowly | D.completely |
A.participate | B.take part in | C.join in | D.join |
A.different | B.simple | C.special | D.rich |
A.Because | B.So | C.But | D.Or |
A.special | B.boring | C.meaningless | D.common |
A.value | B.way | C.smell | D.taste |
A.polite | B.free | C.busy | D.great |
A.habit | B.hope | C.journey | D.meaning |
A.come from | B.get down | C.go through | D.give away |
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A.an expert in cleaning everything | B.a newly-invented machine |
C.a can of cleaning powder | D.a magic cloth for cleaning |
A.D4545 Garden Spray. | B.Sunshine Company. |
C.A2104 Canvas Bag. | D.Dr Clean's. |
A.it is cheap | B.it smells sweet | C.it is chemical-free | D.it is powerful |
A.On the Internet. | B.In a novel. | C.At a Lost and Found. | D.In a school. |
3 . From the Karakoram Mountain to the Indus River plain, Pakistanis home to many breathtaking landscapes.
Kaghan Valley
Kaghan Valley is a place of fairytales. According to one version of a local legend, a prince of Persia fell in love with a fairy princess in the valley. But a giant (巨人) was also in love with the princess. One day, she escaped with the prince, In his anger, the giant flooded the valley and created lakes with his tears. Today, visitors from around the world travel to Kaghan Valley for its beautiful lakes, mountain scenery, and clear night skies.
Baltoro Glacier
Baltoro Glacier is one of the world’s largest glacier valleys. Though difficult to access, it is one of the most highly visited regions in Pakistan because of mountain climbing destination like K2, Broad Peak, and the Gasherbrum peaks in this area. Baltoro Glacier is not only known for its scenery, but as a life source-a large percentage of northern Pakistan’s population depends on the water from the Karakoram glaciers.
Deosai National Park
Known as “Land of the Giants”, the park is swept by wildflowers and rare butterflies each spring. This biodiversity hot spot is home to the Tibetan wolf, Himalayan ibex, Tibetan red fox and the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear. The park was granted (授予) World Heritage status in 2016.
Hingol National Park
Hingol National Park is the largest national park in Pakistan. While it is well-known for its diverse wildlife, it is perhaps best known for its active mud volcanoes. One of the most famous mud volcanoes is Chandragup, a sacred site for Hindus. Every spring, more than 40,000 people went there to honor the goddess Sati. Before they pay their respect to the goddess at a nearby temple, they have to clean their bodies with the mud.
1. What can tourists do in Kaghan Valley?A.See active mud volcanoes. | B.Pay respect to the goddess Sati. |
C.Enjoy its beautiful scenery. | D.Climb the world’s highest mountain. |
A.Baltoro Glacier. | B.Hingol National Park. |
C.Kaghan Valley. | D.Deosai National Park. |
A.They are sacred sites for Hindus. | B.They are known for diverse wildlife. |
C.They are famous volcanic parks. | D.They are granted World Heritage status. |
4 . Essex Library Services Reading Friends
What is the role about?
Reading Friends is an exciting UK-wide programme from The Reading Agency. It’s been piloted in some other parts of the country over the last few years and now is being extended to Essex.
Developed with funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Reading Friends deals with loneliness by bringing people together to read, chat and share stories. Essex Library Services is looking for volunteers to support the roll- out of the Reading Friends programme across Essex.
What will it involve?
*Chatting to people, either one to one, or in groups, using reading to get people talking. Contact will be via phone or computer initially. After restrictions are lifted, it is planned to do in-person sessions (活动时间) in libraries.
*Using reading — whether books, magazines, newspapers, or anything else — to start conversations. Nothing needs to be read before the session.
What skills and experience do you need?
*An interest in people
*Good communication and people skills
*Love of books and reading is not necessary, but would be a bonus
What will you get from volunteering?
*The satisfaction of contributing to the community and potentially preventing loneliness
*The chance to share the joy of reading
*Develop your experience and skills to enhance your resume (简历)
*A certificate of appreciation for coming along and helping out, which looks great on a resume
1. Who does the Reading Friends programme aim to help?A.People feeling lonely. | B.People wanting to change a job. |
C.People wanting to publish their stories. | D.People having special educational needs. |
A.Having previous work experience. | B.Reading related books in advance. |
C.Living in restrictions-lifted areas. | D.Being communicative. |
A.A trip to Essex. | B.A certificate of appreciation. |
C.A fund from the government. | D.An opportunity to work in libraries. |