1 . Those of you who have seen the amazing National Geographic documentary Free Solo will know just how fascinating it can be to watch a professional climber scale the side of a mountain.

A new documentary, Explorer: The Last Tepui, shares a lot with Free Solo, which won the 2019 Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature. Not only does it star rock climber Alex Honnold, it also shows him hanging off the side of a mountain in precarious positions that will make your stomach drop in extreme fear.

While his athletic achievements are amazing, Honnold isn’t the most appealing character in the film. That honor goes to Bruce Means, who has spent his academic career finding new species throughout South America to prove to the world that the area is a biodiversity hot spot to be protected at all costs. In Explorer:The Last Tepui, the 80-year-old ecologist decides to climb the 300-plus metres to the peak of the Tepui, deep in Guyana’s Amazon rainforest.

Means, Honnold, leader Mark Synnott and a world-class team of climbers have to hike 56 kilometres over 10 days across increasingly dangerous areas to reach the base of the Tepui. This is a very big deal because Means has problems with his knees. Once at the Tepui, Honnold and other team members plan to climb to the top and then pull Means up, which will allow him to explore the cliff wall for novel animal and plant species.

Unsurprisingly, because of the area they must cross to reach the Tepui, various major barriers soon get in the way of the party. The detailed descriptions of Means’ determination to overcome these challenges due to his age and health just add real suspense (悬念) to the documentary.

The constantly changing viewpoints and potentially life-threatening issues ensure that Explorer: The Last Tepui remains compelling (扣人心弦的) to the very end. Even though it is just 54 minutes long, you will still feel tired out, as well as inspired, by the time it is over.

1. What does the underlined word “precarious” in paragraph 2 probably mean?

A．Comfortable.

B．Dangerous.

C．Easy.

D．Correct.

2. What makes the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui most eye-catching?

A．The 2019 Academy Award.

B．The discovery of new species.

C．Means’ plan to climb the peak of the Tepui.

D．Honnold’s appearance in the film.

3. What is Honnold’s role in the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui?

A．Ensuring food supplies at the base of the Tepui.

B．Topping the Tepui as quickly as possible.

C．Helping Means find long lost species.

D．Assisting Means in carrying out the exploration.

4. What does the author think of the documentary Explorer: The Last Tepui?

A．It is inspiring and funny.

B．It is long and tiring.

C．It is full of heart-stopping moments.

D．It is filled with complicated elements.

2 . Life Book

There is no greater gift that you can give to the next generations of your family than your story. How? By sharing your story in the form of a private autobiography (自传).

Life Book, providing a full range of services, will unlock thoughts and memories, bringing them together in a way that will be enjoyable, stimulating and deeply rewarding, and create your own autobiography, 200 pages plus 60 of your own photos.

Your book in 3 simple steps

★ Relive memories and stories

Your personal interviewer will be skilled in the art of listening. Over 12 meetings, he or she will learn your story, helping you recall memories in an enjoyable and stimulating way.

★ Finish the manuscript (初稿), complete with photos

Every minute of your conversations with our interviewer is recorded and then shared with your devoted writer. He or she will work with you to finish a manuscript you are happy with.

★ Share your life story with loved ones

When the manuscript is done, it’s time for the final stage of producing your book. Soon,10 copies of a beautifully bound, hardback book will be delivered directly to you and the family members you’ve chosen to receive a “first edition”. Then enjoy the excitement and pride of sharing your very own personal autobiography with your family, now and forever.

Remember and be remembered

My hope is that my grandchildren and the next generation will get some of the values that are important to me. It is the best gift I could have given to my family.

—Jerrie Rudd-Breen

My children and grandchildren were amazed when I presented them with the books. My eldest so n then immediately read his copy from cover to cover.

—Harry Gow

Start your storytelling journey and preserve your legacy into your very own private autobiography! It’s easy to get started; call today on 08009992280.

1. What service does Life Book provide?

A．Recalling memories in an enjoying way.	B．Choose a great gift for one’s family.
C．Improve one’s thinking ability.	D．Write a book about one’s life.

2. Which of the following will you do in the second step?

A．Pick out sixty photos.	B．Rewrite your manuscript.
C．Meet your interviewer for the last time.	D．Record your conversations with your writer.

3. What’s the purpose of the “Remember and be remembered” part?

A．To call for comments.	B．To promote some writers.
C．To share some good stories.	D．To attract customers to Life Book.

3 . NLB Mobile app — a library in your pocket

The National Library Board (NLB) Mobile app is your personal library, anywhere. anytime. By signing in, you will be able to enjoy the full suite of services available to library members such as borrowing items and reading emagazines and enewspapers. But even if you don’t sign in, you can still:

●Search the library catalogue (目录) and share the title
●Locate nearby libraries based on your current location
●View highlights of library happenings
What do I need to sign in?

You will need a myLibrary ID. If you do not have it, you may create one online or using the app’s login page — tap on the+ button on the top right of the app’s screen.

What if I forget my myLibrary ID or password?

You can retrieve (恢复) your myLibrary ID and password:

●Online with your Singpass or NRIC/FIN number. Once you have signed in, the system will automatically detect if you have a myLibrary ID and display it. It will also let you reset your password if you have forgotten it.
●Via the NLB Mobile app, with your Singpass or NRIC/FIN number. Tap on the+ button on the top right of the app’s screen, then tap on “Forgot your myLibrary ID or password”.
When I try to log in, the app says “Profile already exists”. What do I do?

We are sorry that you are encountering this problem! Here are the steps.

●Go to your phone’s Settings menu.
●Select “Apps” or “Application manager” or “Applications”.
●Tap on“NLB Mobile”.
●Tap on “Storage”.
●Select “Clear Data”.
●Select “Clear Cache”
●Try signing in again. It should work this time. If not, please take a screenshot of the error message and email it to enquiry@nlb.gov.sg.
1. What can users do via NLB Mobile app without signing in?

A．Reading emagazines.

B．Borrowing enewspapers.

C．Sharing the title of the items in the library.

D．Previewing the books available to borrow.

2. Which of the following is necessary for users to sign in the app?

A．Singpass.	B．MyLibrary ID.
C．NRIC/FIN number.	D．The physical NLB card.

3. Users are advised to email enquiry@nlb.gov.sg when they _______.

A．decide to voice complaints about the service

B．have any questions about the NLB Mobile app

C．are unable to clear NLB Mobile data on the phone

D．fail to solve the “log in” problem following the instructions

4 . Community Music Classes

Community Music at Tufts offers a year-long program of Saturday classes for children aged 2 to 18.

Singing Teens (12-15 year olds) Instructor: Adriana Ausch               Class Time: 1:15-2:15 pm $360 per semester                         Full year course Perfect your singing or pick up a new skill! Learn the basic keys of singing like breath and pronunciation. Each week the class will practice warm-ups and learn a song together; in the second part of the class the students take turns for single instructions.

Music Theory and Composition One hour class: 12 noon-1 pm                 For students aged 9 & up Instructor: Phillip Grannan                    $335 per semester The primary goal of this course is to develop your child’s creativity — both in composing music and in ways of thinking about music — while filling the basics of music theory. The class is designed for students who have little or no experience with composing and music theory.

Violin Class One hour classes: 9 am-10 am, beginning class; 10 am-11 am, level two Instructor: Yank’l Garcia                 $360 per semester Beginning violin students will improve technically and musically in a group environment that promotes teamwork and encouragement. Solo and group material will be equally emphasized so that students learn how to play by themselves and with other musicians.

Group Drumming One hour class: 11 am-12 noon                  For students aged 9 and up Minimum 4 students                                Instructor: Lauren Caso $325 per semester Experience the challenge and fun of traditional drumming. Stick and hand techniques will be applied. Songs and chanting may accompany various pieces in this ongoing series. Prior completion of Foundations of Rhythm in World Percussion is highly required for beginners.

1. What is special about Singing Teens?

A．It focuses on traditional songs.	B．It sets a limit to learner numbers.
C．It is targeted at inexperienced singers.	D．It offers one-to-one instructions.

2. Who will teach music theory?

A．Phillip Grannan.

B．Adriana Ausch.

C．Lauren Caso.

D．Yank’l Garcia.

3. Which class has a specific requirement for beginning learners?

A．Violin Class.	B．Group Drumming.
C．Singing Teens.	D．Music Theory and Composition.

5 . Multi-City Vacation Sale

Route Ⅰ: Dublin & Edinburgh

Ireland and Scotland may be close, but the two countries couldn’t be more different. From cosmopolitan Dublin to historic Edinburgh, experience the best of two capital cities on this 6-or 8-night extravaganza (狂欢)! See ancient texts at Trinity College, climb up the hill of Edinburgh Castle, and of course taste some of the best beer on the planet.

Route Ⅱ: Lisbon, Seville & Madrid

This exciting 8-night adventure will introduce you to the fascinating cities of the Iberian Peninsula, including several UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Route Ⅲ: Central Europe Classic: Budapest, Vienna & Prague

Experience three of Central Europe’s most beautiful cities on this 6-night vacation. See the two different sides of Budapest, and have a look at the palaces in Vienna.

Route Ⅳ: Ireland & Scotland

Spend 10,12 or 14 nights traveling across Ireland and Scotland. Stay in comfortable bed, have breakfasts and explore cities, the countryside and coast in your own car. This Celtic adventure is totally up to you!

ROUTES	PRICE *PER PERSON
Dublin & Edinburgh	$1,322→$1,222
Lisbon, Seville & Madrid	$1,378→$1,278
Central Europe Classic: Budapest, Vienna & Prague	$1,499→$1,399
Ireland & Scotland	$1,568→$1,468

* Vacation is round-trip, per person, based on 2 travelers from John F Kennedy Intl(JFK). Includes airfare & airport taxes, hotels, car rental, departure transfer, tours and daily breakfast.

* $100 off per person before 02/28/2024.

1. Which route allows you to enjoy some of the world’s well-known beer?

A．Route Ⅰ.

B．Route Ⅱ.

C．Route Ⅲ.

D．Route Ⅳ.

2. What makes Route I V different from the others?

A．Travelling across Ireland.	B．Exploring different cities.
C．Adventuring in your own vehicle.	D．Knowing more about UNESCO.

3. What do the routes have in common?

A．The travellers can choose how long to stay.

B．The travellers can enjoy a discount before a certain date.

C．The travellers are offered all kinds of food.

D．The travellers have access to completely different performances.

6 . Best Hotels Along the California Coast

Crystal Cove Beach Cottages

These 1938 beachfront rooms occupy a part of Newport Beach’s Crystal Cove State Park. At the beginning, developed as a movie set, these attractive houses, now repainted in lively beach style, aim to remain the original look with Murphy beds.

Advance booking is required, as the rooms sell out the moment they are available (可获得的).

www.crystalcove.org.

Montage Laguna Beach

Standing guard over 30 beachfront acres, Montage Laguna Beach transports you to that pleasant house with marble baths, comfortable bedding and ocean views.

Three swimming pools, including one just for kids and another relaxation space, four onsite restaurants and a kids club are just a small part of the outstanding service offered by this hotel.

www.montagehotels.com.

Terranea

Just south of Los Angeles, atop the Palo Verdes Peninsula, Terranea offers ocean-view guest rooms along with heated baths and rain showers.

Families love the huge swimming pool, the water slide, the kids program, the nightly bonfire (篝火) and the selection of kid-friendly restaurants. The young appreciate the dirt road that snakes away into the distance.

www.terranea.com.

El Capitan Canyon

Just north of Santa Barbara in a coastal corner, El Capitan Canyon promotes a life lived outdoors, with some extra comfort.

Guests stay in heated tents (帐篷) decorated in the Native American style with raised beds, and private outdoor picnic tables. Guests can also access a swimming pool, and taste dinners at the award-winning restaurant.

www.elcapitancanyon.com.

1. What are you required to do to go for your holiday at Crystal Cove Beach Cottages?

A．Bring a quality tent.	B．Book a room in advance.
C．Get a membership card.	D．Prepare food for a picnic.

2. What can Montage Laguna Beach offer?

A．A room with Murphy beds.	B．An original movie set.
C．A special pool for children.	D．An outdoor picnic table.

3. Which website can you visit to learn about the Native American decoration?

A．www.crystalcove.org.	B．www.terranea.com.
C．www.montagehotels.com.	D．www.elcapitancanyon.com.

7 . Online Annual Refresher

This interactive yearly refresher course provides first aiders with an opportunity to practice and update their skills as qualified first aiders, at any time while their first aid certificates (证书) are valid (有效的).

Course description

Employers are legally required to ensure their first aiders are competent and maintain their skills throughout the three years in which their certificates are valid.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) strongly recommends that first aiders attend a refresher course once every year during this three-year period.

Course content

Session (阶段) 1:

Choking — 30 minutes to complete.

After this session, you will be able to help an individual who is choking.

Session 2:

Chest Pains — 30 minutes to complete.

After this session, you will be able to help an individual who is experiencing chest pains.

Session 3:

Severe Bleeds — 45 minutes to complete.

After this session, you will be able to help an individual who is bleeding severely.

Session 4:

Recovery Position — 45 minutes to complete.

After this session, you will be able to help an individual who is unresponsive and breathing normally.

Session 5:

Basic Life Support & AED (Automated External Defibrillator) — 30 minutes to complete.

After this session, you will be able to help an individual who is unresponsive and not breathing normally.

Booking details

Please click this button below if you are the person who wishes to buy and sign up for the course. You will be directed to our Learner Management System where you will be asked to login or register for an account. You will then be given the option to buy access to the course.

1. What is HSE’s suggestion for first aiders?

A．Buying a four-year first aid course.

B．Attending an yearly refresher course.

C．Updating identity information regularly.

D．Downloading their certificates from the Internet.

2. At which session can first aiders learn how to help people with chest pains?

A．Session 1.

B．Session 2.

C．Session 3.

D．Session 4.

3. What is the text?

A．A news report.	B．A diary entry.
C．A research article.	D．An advertisement.

8 . You have a story to tell and pass on — Start today! Your memories and legacy will inspire and enrich others. LifeStories.com guides you in writing your life story. Our goal is to help you build a bridge from you to future generations and transform the lives at both ends. This easy, creative, comprehensive and a fun website allows you to:

Compose

Capture your memories and write your life story using questions. We provide over 1,000 questions to help you! These questions help stimulate your memory and cover your different life stages. You can answer all of them or just a partial list.

Collaborate (合作)

Invite others to read your story AND they can add content to your story. It’s easy and fun to do. After all life is about those experiences and events with others. So invite them to enrich your story.

Contribute

Your journey is something beautiful to share with your family and friends. Really… is there anything more important to pass on to generations that follow? Your Life and Your Story will be honored and treasured for generations to come.

Tell Others!

Nothing is more important then the legacy of your spiritual life story. Spread the good news to your friends and family and help them get started telling their story. Click here to get started.

Don’t Have An Account?

Creating an account is easy. Start writing your story today by signing up for an account here.

Register now, it’s FREE!

This registration is free and you will see your life story book in your library, the chapters of your book, and over 1,000 questions. If you wish to answer these questions, and share your answer with family and friends, you will need to pay a small annual fee of $100.00. So, check it out! We hope you join our ever-expanding list of satisfied customers who are writing their stories and sharing it with those they love.

1. What is the advertisement for?

A．Teaching learners to build websites.

B．Selling the famous writers’ story books.

C．Assisting readers to write life stories.

D．Providing students with reading materials.

2. How many methods are mentioned to better life stories in the text?

A．Three.

B．Four.

C．Five.

D．Seven.

3. Which of the following can be enjoyed by payment?

A．Registering to become learners.

B．Going over the guiding questions.

C．Seeing the chapters of your book.

D．Sharing your answers with others.

9 . 4 YouTube Channels That You Need to Watch

Yes Theory
6.57M Subscribers

Driven by the motto “Seek Discomfort,” Yes Theory aims to spread a message of positivity and fearlessness through pursuing projects and missions that help bring people outside their comfort zones. There is no doubt that many of us may feel too scared to pursue ambitious goals, which is why Yes Theory takes on some of the most daunting (令人望而却步的) adventures to show people that discomfort helps achieve a great life.

Nas Daily
2.45M Subscribers

Being a graduate of Harvard, Nuseir Yassin, also known as Nas Daily, makes an effort to provide a YouTube channel that highlights the “most incredible humans on planet Earth.” His videos often feature individuals who are creating change in the world, and he also covers some of the most important topics of discussion like climate change.

TED-Ed
13.7M Subscribers

TED-Ed is one of the most famous YouTube channels when it comes to learning and inspiration. The channel has no specific video producer as it features presentations from people all around the world. These videos feature a wide variety of topics, and there is no specific subject that the channel focuses on. Instead, it provides insight into anything that can benefit the viewers, and it truly is a great resource to use if you would like to learn something new.

Be Inspired
7.4M Subscribers

Be Inspired is a YouTube channel that provides videos to help people improve their overall well-being. These videos include a wide variety of topics such as sleep, stress, economics, jobs, setting and achieving goals, and creating plans. The channel also includes short and inspirational videos that help people realize the mistakes they are making and ways to solve them.

1. Which channel encourages viewers to challenge themselves?

A．Be Inspired.

B．Yes Theory.

C．Nas Daily.

D．TED-Ed.

2. What benefit will viewers most probably get from Be Inspired?

A．Learning the latest news.	B．Meeting incredible humans.
C．Having access to job opportunities.	D．Improving their overall well-being.

3. What do the four channels have in common?

A．They are inspirational.

B．They are favored by students.

C．They all have over 6M subscribers.

D．They all have one specific video producer.

10 . Positive Reinforcement Course with Terry Golson

Relationship building with your horse

·from the ground and in the saddle (马鞍)

Learn how to

·solve behavior issues

·communicate with your horse

·use rewards effectively

·deepen the friendship between you and your horse

Whatever you want to achieve—going out confidently in the fields, riding a fluent dressage (驯马技术) test, or self-loading into a carriage—this course can help.

The day begins with coffee and conversation. We’ll dig into behavior science and horse ethology (the study of animals in their natural environment). Next, we’ll discuss your individual horses and your training goals. Then, Terry will work with coach partnership to uncover what your horse is really saying to you, and how you react positively and productively so that the needs of both the horse and the rider are met.

Terry Golson is a lifelong horsewoman. She’s trained with some excellent dressage instructors, including Jessica Rechosen and Kim Litwinczak. In 2015, the first year of showing her horse, Terry and Tonka came in first or second in each of their ten classes.

When: Saturday, January 30, 8:30 am to 11:30 am

Location: Hermitage Farm, 179 Cherry Lane, Durham CT 06422

Horse and owner partnerships: $75

Auditors (旁听生) welcome: $10

If you want to know more information after the course, you can attend our private lessons in the afternoon. Please click here.

Sign up at: www, cooperativehorse.com

1. What information can we get about the course?

A．It will be held in Terry’s studio.	B．It will take place in the morning.
C．It offers private lessons any time.	D．It offers free tests for participants.

2. What is the purpose of the course?

A．To teach you how to treat your horses’ illnesses.

B．To show you how to be a good dressage instructor.

C．To introduce how to get along well with your horses.

D．To display how to perform well in a riding contest.

3. Where is the text most probably taken from?

A．A newspaper.

B．An art magazine.

C．A travel guide.

D．A personal website.