1 . 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. |
2 . Herman Rawi from Malaysia uploads TikTok videos of him tasting all kinds of food. But the video of him eating snow on Jan.28 is the only one that comes with a cautionary warning.
Having to battle hot weathers on the equator for most time of the year, almost all of Malaysians love cold dessert. Perhaps this is why Herman tends to lack self-control when he sees snow. During his recent trip to Yamagata, Japan, he filmed himself eating a ball of snow. “A reason — I had terrible fever, cough, runny nose and body aches for eight days,” he wrote in the video’s description.
Herman claimed, “I used to eat snow during the winter when I studied in the UK years ago. I would often go for the freshest snow at an undisturbed place and never fell sick.”
While you may assume snow that’s freshly fallen and collected in an undisturbed area is free of any harmful substances, don’t be so sure. According to meteorologist Mary Scarzello Fairbanks, snow isn’t all that pure. “It’s formed when water-drops freeze around some dust in the air, forming an ice crystal that continues to collect water vapor and form a snowflake. When the snowflake falls, it will also collect things hanging in the air, including dirt and even bacterial particles. If it’s windy, snow could even mix with dirt kicked up from the soil before settling,” he said.
A 2015 study published in the journal Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts even demonstrated how snow could mix with gasoline exhaust 2. This all means that, theoretically, your snow ice cream could have some pretty disgusting “flavorings”.
Eating snow in an emergency is another matter. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) warns against snow snacking for anyone who is trapped, such as hikers, because it can lower one’s body temperature. In cases where there is a water supply issue, the CDC says it’s safe to take collected snow and boil it to kill some harmful bacteria.
1. Why did Herman Rawi dare to eat snow in Japan?A.Because his fans encouraged him to do so. |
B.Because many Malaysians have done it before. |
C.Because the snow in Japan is cleaner than elsewhere. |
D.Because he had a lot of experiences eating snow before. |
A.Casual. | B.Doubtful. | C.Opposed. | D.Appreciative. |
A.In any case you can’t eat snow snacks. |
B.Boiling can kill all the bacteria in the snow. |
C.It’s acceptable to eat snow directly in an emergency. |
D.In some cases you can drink boiled snow water. |
A.To warn the readers against eating snow at will. |
B.To share an interesting story with readers. |
C.To prove snow is not fit to be consumed by people. |
D.To explain why eating Japanese snow can make people sick. |
3 . Your help makes a big difference!
These organizations provide year-round support for those who need it the most. Please give your generous support to one or more of these charities.
Back Up
For over 35 years, Back Up, the national charity has helped people affected by spinal cord injury rebuild their independence after a devastating (毁灭性的) injury. Today, Back Up is at the forefront of helping people in UK adjust positively to spinal cord injury. Your donation really matters! Donate at backuptrust.org.uk.
Debra UK
Debra has been devoted to gifting vital care to EB patients for 60 years. EB (epidermolysis bullosa) is a genetic disease that causes the skin to blister and tear at the slightest touch. There are no cures for EB, but specialist healthcare are available in Birmingham and London. With your support, Debra can continue to provide grants (补助金), ensuring patients across the UK medical support. Please donate at debra.org.uk.
Chase Africa
When Chase Africa enabled Venzetina to earn a living, she set up her own business and now sends her two children to school. Venzetina said: “Life could have been so much harder. Thanks to the Chase Africa, I can support my family.” Chase Africa, a charity organization founded in 2012, has changed many African women’s life. To donate, please visit chaseafrica.org.uk.
The Trauma Care Charity
The Trauma Care Charity has helped Trauma (创伤) victims for 22 years. They work with all levels of medical professionals, from volunteers, nurses and consultants. To find out more, scan the QR code or go to traumacare.org.uk.
1. Which charity organization has the shortest history?A.The Trauma Care Charity. | B.Back Up. | C.Debra UK. | D.Chase Africa. |
A.backuptrust.org.uk. | B.debra.org.uk. | C.traumacare.org.uk. | D.chaseafrica.org.uk. |
A.They support the disabled in Europe. | B.They provide jobs for homeless people. |
C.They offer help to patients in UK. | D.They donate money to women in Africa. |
4 .
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 |