1 . While you may be a master of buying Secret Santa gifts or white elephant gifts, shopping for a college student can be quite tricky. Whether you’re shopping for a soon-to-be graduate or a college freshman, our guide has you covered on the best gifts for college students.
For the goal setter: Ban.do 12-month Planner
Gifts for college students that help them achieve their academic targets are always a good idea. This 12-month planner includes year, month and week views to keep classes and extracurriculars organized; while the handwriting on the cover (endless possibilities) provides positive inspiration. There’s also fun artwork, a coloring page and stickers to customize (定制) their planner.
For the tech lover: Apple 10.2-inch iPad
If your college student is glued to their laptop, the addition of an iPad will be a welcome one. It has ten hours of battery life, two cameras and a wide 10.2-inch display that’s perfect for note taking, movie watching and snapping photos. This useful tech gift also pairs with a set of AirPods or an Apple Pencil to help maximize its usage.
For photograph beginners: Fujifilm Instax Mini Link Smartphone Printer
Got a teen who’s always taking photos with their iPhone or camera? Fujifilm Instax Smartphone Printers will definitely delight everyone. It’s one of the greatest gifts for photographers because it allows them to easily print their favorite shots with just the click of a button.
For the coffee lover: Ember Temperature-Controlled Coffee Cup
Future programmers can keep their Joe warm with this app-controlled smart cup. Coffee stays hot for up to 1.5 hours, or all day when paired with the included charging coaster(杯垫). You can even select the exact temperature you prefer. It’s a thoughtful and useful gift for coffee lovers.
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1. Who is the most likely intended receiver of a Ban.do 12-month Planner?| A．A soon-to-be graduate with a gift for art. |
| B．A college freshman good at handwriting. |
| C．A junior college student who enjoys planning. |
| D．A senior college student with regular extracurriculars. |
| A．When connected to a laptop. |
| B．When charged for ten hours. |
| C．When paired with Apple products. |
| D．When equipped with a 10.2-inch display. |
| A．They can be charged by cellphones. |
| B．They can be controlled by cellphones. |
| C．They meet individuals’ different requirements. |
| D．They are designed for students with IT-smart brains. |
2 . First Year Learning Communities in University of Toronto Scarborough Campus (UTSC)
First Year Learning Communities, also known as “FLCs”, are groups of students from similar programs of study. FLCs focus on building community and working together to build skills for success.
Why Join?
First Year Learning Communities help first-year students to make connections within their program of study while developing academic, career and personal skills. Each year, past participants tell us how the program helped them to get to know their classmates, faculty, staff, and alumni. Students also tell us that the program helped them be familiar with university and enhance their university experience.
About the Program
FLCs meet every two weeks for FLC Meetings, facilitated by their upper-year FLC Leaders. FLCs are divided by program of study, with a maximum of 40 students in each FLC. There is no cost for participating in this program.
The program will begin in early September and will run until April 30. FLC Meetings will take place on campus and in-person. FLC programming may include off-campus trips, special events, and virtual events.
Application Dates & Deadlines
The formal application period will run from June 1 to September 1. Applicants will be notified of their status by September 3.
You can apply at https://www.utsc.utoronto.ca/ first-year-learning-communities-program-flip.
Applying After the Deadline
Students may continue to apply after the application deadline and throughout the school year. Should you apply outside of this period, you will be added to our waiting list and notified if spaces come available.
Eligibility
To participate in this program, you must be an undergraduate, UTSC student in your first year at U’TSC. Transfer students and students with transfer credits are welcome and encouraged to apply.
The First Year Learning Communities Program is open to the following programs of study:
Arts (Humanities, Social Sciences and Visual & Performing Arts)
Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics
Physical & Environmental Sciences
Psychological & Health Sciences
1. What can the FLCs help first-year students do in UTSC?| A．Adjust to college life. | B．Change programs of study. |
| C．Raise money for universities. | D．Learn college courses in advance. |
| A．June 1. | B．September 1. | C．September 3. | D．April 30. |
| A．A textbook. | B．A course plan. |
| C．An academic report. | D．A program application. |
3 . This summer, may we suggest switching your phone to airplane mode and getting lost in a book? It would be a good idea to curl up in your favorite chair with a book on the beach. Here are five brand new beach reads brimming with sunshine sand, romance and secret.
Out of the Clear Blue Sky by Kristan Higgins
Kristan Higgins spins a heartwarming and humorous tale of an empty nester going through some major life changes. The nurse has always put others first. But when her son’s departure for college coincides with her husband leaving her, life presents the perfect time to try to get herself back.
The Sea is Salt and so Am I by Cassandra Hartt
Cassandra Hartt’s debut young adult novel takes place on the coast of Maine, in a fictional town eroding into the ocean. Through different perspectives, this emotional and heartfelt story unpacks the trials of teenagers dealing with trust, love, dangerous tides, and growing up in a hometown that might not exist for much longer.
The Counselors by Jessica Goodman
What could be better than a juicy tale of friends at a prestigious summer camp. This fast-paced young adult thriller set at the fictional Camp Alpine Lake, will have you turning pages in suspense and feeling a craving for campfires at the same time.
Dog Friendly by Victoria Schade
Pet lovers, cat your heart out. The latest novel from dog trainer and author Victoria Schade features an overworked vet, Morgan Pearce, who escapes to Nantucket to recharge while taking care of her client’s dog. Unexpected romance is in store for her.
The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel
Now available in paperback, the author tells a page-turning novel about a woman who, after being kidnapped, finds herself isolated and living in the wilderness of Eastern Europe during World War II. In an unexpected turn of events, she is suddenly thrust into teaching a group of Jewish people who escaped Nazi Germany how to survive in the forest.
1. Who are these books probably recommended to?| A．People taking a plane. |
| B．People working on the beach. |
| C．People going on holiday. |
| D．People longing to live by the sea. |
| A．The Counselors and Dog Friendly. |
| B．The Sea is Salt and so Am I and The Counselors. |
| C．The Counselors and The Forest of Vanishing Stars. |
| D．Out of the Clear Blue Sky and The Sea is Salt and so Am I. |
| A．They are mainly fictional. |
| B．They are heartwarming tales. |
| C．They are tales set in coastal areas. |
| D．They are exploring the same theme. |
4 . An internship (实习) is a great way to gain valuable experience in your chosen future career. Here, we offer some fantastic worldwide internships with opportunities to help you gain some really unique and diverse experience.
Dental Internship in South Africa
Join our dental elective to boost your dental work experience. You'll work with a professional dentist and assist in day-to-day tasks at check-up camps. Compare the dental care between your home country and South Africa.
Requirement: Interns should be studying dentistry(牙科)
Journalism Internship in Ghana
See all aspects of Ghanaian life by reporting on day-to-day life and taking part in a varied journalism internship in Accra. Work for a newspaper, radio or TV station and get hands-on experience in the media industry.
Requirement: Good English speakers and general level of fitness
Medical Internship in Palampur
If you are considering a career in medicine or nursing, this is the medical internship for you. Based in northern India, in the foothills of the Himalayas, you will shadow local doctors and nurses and learn lots about the Indian medical system.
Requirement: Interns should have an interest in, or already be studying, a medical related course
Medical Internship in Romania
Take part in a highly rated medical internship on a mobile medical unit and within a children's hospital. Work in a variety of medical settings and with a mixture of cases, shadowing doctors and nurses and actively contributing to the care of the patients.
Requirement: Minimum requirement of a first aid certificate
1. Where is this text probably taken from?| A．A school magazine. |
| B．An academic paper. |
| C．A public speech. |
| D．A travel log. |
| A．Dental Internship in South Africa. |
| B．Journalism Internship in Ghana. |
| C．Medical Internship in Palampur. |
| D．Medical Internship in Romania. |
| A．They are located in northern India. |
| B．They need childcare interns. |
| C．They require a first aid certificate. |
| D．They encourage learning from old hands. |
5 . LEARN LIVE FROM THE WM EXPERTS
Do you have passion for writing? If so, join the WM team for more interactive webinars to help you achieve your writing dreams. This webinar, for writers of all levels, will focus on art of the 500 -word story. It will give you tips on generating ideas, starting strong, structure, satisfying endings, characters, potential markets and the crucial importance of editing.
How to give your novel attention it deserves?
This course can help you write a tempting covering letter, explain what should go into your synopsis, biography and sample, and consider whether it is best to approach an agent or publisher.
How to make a twist ending story?
There is an art to write a twist ending story an make it work. This course will cover the dos and don’t of the technique, bad and good endings, markets for twist stories, avoiding being too predictable and five ways to make sure your story works.
How to explore different features of various genres?
Gothic fiction (Friday, September 18th, 1lam-2pm) remains an endearingly popular genre, with a rich history and lively modern scene. In this session we’ll explore what it means for fiction to be true Gothic, as well as offer writing exercises to get you developing your own pieces in the field.
Alternative history (Saturday,September 19th,8am—1lam) offers a fascinating opportunity to explore how events of the past could have played out differently and affected the world today. This webinar will define the sub-genre, explore famous examples and set you up to develop your own alternative histories.
Horror fiction (Sunday, September20th, 3pm—5pm) is full of monsters, from the supernatural forces of vampires, zombies and werewolves to monsters with human faces. In this webinar, we’ll explore how to effectively use some of the classics and develop your own, new, horror creations to terrify your readers.
If you would like to book several webinars, please call us on 01778392492, so we can give you a discount. To find out more, visit www.writers-online.co.uk/webinars.
1. What kind of advice can’t the webinar give us?| A．How to realize our dream. |
| B．How to make our writing more attractive. |
| C．How to explore different writing features. |
| D．How to generate satisfying endings to our story. |
| A．September 20th, 3pm—5pm | B．September 19th, 3pm—5pm |
| C．September 18th, 1lam—2pm | D．September 19th, 8am—11am |
| A．A journal | B．A novel | C．A magazine | D．A textbook |
6 . Sport is a billion-dollar industry with people all across the globe being crazy for different sports, so it is an excellent idea for businesses to invest in a sports app. If you have trouble in finding what kind of sports app to create for your startup, do not worry, we have a few ideas for you.
Fantasy Sports Apps
The fantasy apps users can form virtual teams of real players, and these teams compete based on the performance of real players in actual games. The fantasy app workflow is quite simple: choose the match, and after login, users can select a match of their liking. The fantasy apps allow sports lovers to virtually participate in the game to create their teams, giving them the feel of contributing to the actual game they like. This is why Fantasy Sports apps are greatly popular among their fans.
Live Streaming Apps
Despite the fact that live streaming is often a part of Sports News apps, there are also sports apps only based on live streaming. Live Streaming apps allow the users to watch anything regarding their favorite teams, leagues, sports, whether it is actual games or vlogs anytime, anywhere, without delay. These apps have so many followers that they are potential hot-selling apps. These apps often add a live chat feature to make them more engaging for the users, which allows the viewers to communicate with each other and the athletes.
Sports Event Booking Apps
The event booking apps have features like a schedule, information about organizers, information regarding teams, ticket booking, and pre-ordering. They are greatly helpful in organizing sports events as they allow users to buy online tickets, order food & drinks, and participate in group activities. Highly useful for the event organizers, these event booking apps offer detailed information about events and the users can share their experience with others on social media.
Do you want to create your own sports mobile app? Hire a mobile app development company that specializes in creating mobile apps and can turn your creative money-making app ideas into reality.
1. The Fantasy Sports apps are popular because the users can .| A．compete against their favorite teams |
| B．participate in actual games |
| C．improve the performance of real teams |
| D．feel more involved in the games |
| A．They can become hot-selling products. |
| B．Their users can watch games on the spot. |
| C．Their users can share experience on social media. |
| D．They feature real-time communication for viewers. |
| A．Culture. | B．Business. | C．Entertainment. | D．Health care. |
7 . If you want to learn something new in your spare time, there are some choices for you.
AR Workshop
AR Workshop is a DIY studio that offers hands-on classes for decorating home from raw materials. Join an instructor-led workshop where you can make wood signs, framed signs, round signs, centerpiece boxes and more! AR Workshop will help you take your home decoration to the next level and have fun while creating it!
Artistic Elements Dance
Artistic Elements’ aim is to develop dancers with excellent, professional technique, humble (谦虚的) character and team spirit. We offer Beginner to Pre-Professional Level Classes to dancers from 18 months to adults in the styles of ballet, jazz, hip hop and more! Our experienced teachers all well-trained are willing to share the love of dance with each student who walks through our doors and ensure our dancers train safely in a positive environment. In addition to group classes, Artistic Elements offers private lessons, open master classes and birthday parties.
Melody Music Studios
Melody Music Studios offers exciting music and voice lessons, in the student’s home or the instructor’s personal studio. We offer all styles, traditional and/or by ear, in a fun and positive environment. There’s a grace period (宽限期) of three business days to cancel after the trial lesson, and if you’re not satisfied, it’s FREE! So you have nothing to lose to sign up today!
My Gym of Brentwood
My Gym is the expert in children’s fitness. It has good programs and facilities (设备) designed to help children 6 months through 13 years of age develop physically and mentally. Our structured, age-appropriate, weekly classes include music, dance, games, special rides, gymnastics, sports and more. Children have loads of fun as they gain strength, balance, coordination (协调) and flexibility while developing social skills and confidence.
1. If Mary wants to make her new home more beautiful, which one suits her best?| A．Melody Music Studios. | B．My Gym of Brentwood. |
| C．AR Workshop. | D．Artistic Elements Dance. |
| A．It provides various courses for dancers of all ages. |
| B．Its teachers can give professional training to learners. |
| C．It provides summer and winter camps for dance lovers. |
| D．It only focuses on developing dancers’ professional dancing skills. |
| A．Tom, a 6-week-old boy, who was born with a weak heart. |
| B．Mark, a 12-year-old student, who wants to get stronger. |
| C．Tony, a 31-year-old teacher, who likes to build up his body. |
| D．John, a 65-year-old retired man, who wants to kill his spare time. |
8 . Searching the OED
How to use the quick search
The quick search bar can be found on the OED(Oxford English Dictionary)homepage and at the top of every entry page, and finds main dictionary entries, such as alphabet, break, xylophone. It also finds phrases and compounds listed within main entries, such as to look up or alphabet book, and different forms of spellings such as dictionaries.
Wildcard searches
A wildcard is a symbol which stands for any character. The question mark ? represents the occurrence of any one single character, and the asterisk*represents the occurrence of any number of characters (or no character at all). Wildcards are useful if you do not know how to spell a word, or if you want to lined several terms beginning with the same root.
How to use the advanced search
An advanced search is a full search of the entire dictionary text which is for readers who have logged in or subscribed to the dictionary. Advanced search can be especially useful for very specific searches. You can use the search area functionality to search by each section of an entry. You can also use filters to narrow your search to match certain criteria.
Browsing by categories
Categories allow you to explore the dictionary through groupings of words in, for instance. a subject or from a particular origin. If you want to find all the Caribbean borrowings in English, or find the first word related to friend to enter the dictionary, this is the function for you.
Further explore your search by using the options that appear on the right-hand side of the results page.
1. What will you use if you want to lookup some terms beginning with the same root?| A．The quick search. | B．The advanced search. |
| C．Wildcard searches. | D．Browsing by categories. |
| A．Registering for the dictionary. | B．Matching certain criteria. |
| C．Searching with specific words. | D．Searching with purpose. |
| A．A dictionary. | B．A website. | C．A handbook. | D．A magazine. |
9 . Customized STEM Study Trips for High School Groups
On our science-based study tours and STEM field trips, the planet becomes the living classroom for high school groups with as few as 10 participating students. We have over 50 years of experience in designing student STEM trips around the globe for all science related subjects - everything from Astronomy to Zoology! You can select from a number of topical areas to add to your curriculum and maximize student learning including, but not limited to:
Earth Sciences & Geology Trips
Participate in problem-solving workshops on topics like vectors, exponentials or calculus in physics. Tour the facility at CERN, site of the world’s largest particle physics laboratory. Start a geological adventure through Iceland, the land of fire and ice, or explore the alpine landscapes, mountaintops and glaciers of Switzerland.
Life Sciences & Biodiversity Trips
Our life sciences and biodiversity programs offer a window into the fascinating worlds of biology, zoology, botany, ecology and many others. Explore the interdependence of various species and their impact on one another in the rainforest of Bolivia. Consider changes in geography, habitat, atmosphere, and how life forms have adapted… or not!
Mathematics & Technology Trips
Uncover the significant impact of mathematics and technology on human life in our developing world. Understand how a storm surge barrier works and how countries like the Netherlands use wind turbines to power all of their electric trains. Learn what goes into making and breaking codes like those used in World War II.
Green Engineering Trips
Learn the basic function of photovoltaic (光电的) cells and how they form together to make solar panels. Investigate how various factors like temperature and angle impact the performance of solar panels, and take on the role of an engineer and develop the optimal solar panel array for a given geographic location.
We can also customize STEM trips based on your interests and needs. Please contact us at 800-522-2398 or email us today at educationalpartnerships@worldstrides.org to discuss other academic themes you are interested in pursuing.
1. What can students do on Earth Sciences & Geology Trips?| A．Design training workshops. | B．Do an experiment on fire and ice. |
| C．Visit a physics laboratory. | D．Explore glaciers of the North Pole. |
| A．Earth Sciences & Geology Trips | B．Life Sciences & Biodiversity Trips |
| C．Green Engineering Trips | D．Mathematics & Technology Trips |
| A．Travel agencies. | B．Holidaymakers. |
| C．Environmentalists. | D．High school students. |
10 .
| Hope Book Club A book club is a small group of persons that are reading the same book in order to share different feelings and opinions about the book. The book club meets once a month for an hour of lively discussion. All students (3+), teachers and parents are welcome! Here you can discover a new world, learn new ideas and make new friends! What you should do:★You will read the book on your own and then discuss your reading in the book club. ★You must keep up with your reading so that you can join as a part of your group. The book club will decide what pages or chapters you will read. ★You should take down notes and thoughts as you read. ★Everyone in the book club is expected to join in the discussion. More tips: ★Keep our place clean. ★No pets and no smoking. ★Take good care of books and return them on time. ★You must ask for leave if you cannot join in the discussion. Fees: Kids from 3—7: Free; Kids from 8—18: 10 dollars a month; Adults: 15 dollars a month. If you are interested, call 487-256-656 or 487-266-545, send an email to hopebook@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.hopebookclub.com. |
| A．30 dollars. | B．60 dollars. | C．75 dollars. | D．90 dollars |
| A．One. | B．Two. | C．Three. | D．Four. |
| A．Books aren’t allowed to be taken out of the club. |
| B．Joining in the discussion is encouraged in the club. |
| C．You can choose your favourite books to read in the club. |
| D．The members in the club don’t have to finish what they need to read. |
