1 . Four best eco-friendly online stores
In today’s digital world, convenience and speed are the key. Online shopping continues to grow, and so do emissions and the use of single-use plastics, in addition to other packaging products. Thankfully, there are plenty of eco-friendly online stores out there for those who enjoy the ease of online shopping.
Eartheasy
Eartheasy offers countless natural lawn and garden items, and items to start growing your own vegetables like raised garden beds, greenhouses, and planters. The company reuses shipping boxes and packaging when possible. Eartheasy also supports Trees for the Future by planting a tree for every order placed online, and partners the EPA WaterSense program to promote water conservation.
Thrive Market
Want organic groceries delivered directly to your door? Check out Thrive Market, an online, membership-based market. For just $5 a month, you get access to more than 6,000 sustainable products anywhere at 25%-50% retail (零售) prices. Besides, Thrive Market uses eco-friendly shipping, zero-waste warehouses (仓库), and recyclable packaging. The market’s one-for-one membership matching program means that your paid membership gives a free one to a low-income family. You can start with a risk-free 30-day trial to see if it works with your lifestyle.
EcoRoots
Products from EcoRoots are shipped completely plastic free with shipping materials made from 100% recyclable materials. The company offers a series of home goods. EcoRoots is a member of 1% for the Planet, and donates 1% of sales annually towards sustainability programs.
Made Trade
Made Trade tries to source materials that are local to the region where products are being made, and employs makers and artisans around the world using traditional art forms to make clothing. Sustainable products offered by Made Trade use responsibly harvested raw materials, recycled materials, and all-natural, eco-friendly plant-based dyes (染料).
1. Which store will attract the gardeners?| A．EcoRoots. | B．Eartheasy. | C．Made Trade. | D．Thrive Market. |
| A．It supports green practices. |
| B．It educates people to save money. |
| C．It gives people a chance to adjust their lifestyle. |
| D．It can provide services for poor families for nothing. |
| A．Organic groceries. | B．Cheap home goods. |
| C．Vegetables that are local to their region. | D．Clothes made from eco-friendly materials. |
2 . What limits you from hiking more often? If not having a suitable hiking partner is keeping you out of the woods, why not take a look at the great hiking clubs across Canada?
Yukon Outdoors ClubMembership cost: $10 for a single membership
Description: The club organises day hikes, backpacking trips, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing trips for members to gain new skills and valuable information. The trips are open to everyone and range from easy to moderate to difficult.
UBC Varsity Outdoor ClubMembership cost: Students $40; non-UBC students $60
Description: The UBC Varsity Outdoor Club is a social group that hikes and rock climbs. Members lead trips, run skills workshops, and host presentations. Members can borrow equipment from the club. The UBC VOC has also constructed a few huts in the Coast Mountains.
Pender Harbor Hiking GroupMembership cost: Free
Description: The Pender Harbor Hiking Group offers a way for members to meet like-minded people and get fit. Hikes are scheduled two months in advance, so check the website regularly to find a hike that suits you! Hikes are usually one and a half to two hours long every Monday and Wednesday morning, but some full-day hikes are scheduled, depending on member interest.
Vernon Outdoors ClubMembership cost: A single membership is $25, and students pay $10. Children are free when they come with a registered family member.
Description: The Vernon Outdoors Club is an active group that enjoys hiking and cycling. Members are encouraged to share their activity ideas and interests. The group organises a Tuesday Activity each week.
1. If you want to learn some mountain biking skills, which club will you choose?| A．Vernon Outdoors Club |
| B．UBC Varsity Outdoor Club |
| C．Yukon Outdoors Club |
| D．Pender Harbor Hiking Group |
| A．They are mostly held on weekends. |
| B．Their schedule is always emailed to the members. |
| C．More full-day hikes are offered than half-day hikes. |
| D．They are arranged two months ahead of time. |
| A．$50 | B．$60 | C．$75 | D．$125 |
3 . National Museum of Natural History
Online School Programs
*Live, online video programs
*Options for Grades Kindergarten (幼儿园) through 12th
*Free, but registration (登记) required
*Program date: February 15, 2022 - May 31, 2022
Program Descriptions
Grades K-2: Animal Adaptation
During this museum-educator-led program, students will compare animal specimens (标本) from our collections to discover how different adaptations help animals live on rather than die out. Students will explore the different kinds of adaptations for animals that live on land, water, and in the air.
Grades 3-6: Insect Survival (存活)
During this staff-led program, students explore what makes an insect an insect, and why they are so successful (insects have more kinds and live in more places than any other animal!). Students will research into the survival skills of the Carolina Sphinx Moth and the Tobacco Homworm, exploring their adaptations using the scientific skill of observation.
Grades 6-12: Hot Potato: Climate Change, Food Systems, and You
During this staff-led program, students will examine the connections between their lives and climate change through the study of food. This online program offers an opportunity to explore agricultural systems and learn about how climate change affects potato growth. Together we will learn how scientists study food as a valuable but limited natural resource, and explore some solutions to keeping it a long-term one for humans.
1. What is a must if a student wants to take a program above?| A．Money for study materials. | B．A personal visit to the museum. |
| C．A chance to use the Internet. | D．Some knowledge about the museum. |
| A．The learners are of roughly the same age. |
| B．The learners are all guided by their teachers. |
| C．The programs focus on insects’ survival skills. |
| D．The programs deal with the topic of adaptation. |
| A．Business. | B．Education. | C．Family. | D．Technology. |
4 . Things to Do in London This Weekend
Now, some of the most cherished London venues have opened their doors again. Take a look at our lists of exactly what is opening up in London.
Columbia Road Flower Market
The Columbia Road Flower Market is reopening this weekend, but it will be quite different. Stands will be spread out. Nearby roads will be closed and there will be a limit on the number of people who can enter the market. The statement is also calling on locals to support the market but advises people not to visit frequently in order to avoid overcrowding.
Lambeth Country Show
The festival of countryside won' t be held in its usual home of Brock well Park this year. However, it is being taken online instead. All your favourite aspects of the fair will be part of the virtual edition this weekend, including the highly popular Vegetable Sculpture Competition and other usual lower show competitions, local-themed talks, craft market and virtual music performances.
Walthamstow Garden Party
The free two-day festival in E17 is going online this year. Over the weekend you can tune in to music and take part in online workshops from crafting to Tai Chi. Don't miss the highlight of the weekend: East London Radio' s first-ever live show taking place across the weekend with behind-the-scenes chats with local artists, live music from St Mary's Church and much more.
Brixton Courtyard
A new beer garden is opening in Brixton with D sets, wine tastings and more in a safe environment. South London music venue Brixton Jamm has improved its outdoor space with spaced-out booths and picnic benches.
1. What measure will be taken in Columbia Road Flower Market?| A．Canceling the stands |
| B．Forbidding travelers to visit. |
| C．Limiting the customer number. |
| D．Checking the temperature of travelers. |
| A．Both are held online. | B．Both last for two days. |
| C．Both include competitions. | D．Both present virtual music. |
| A．Columbia Road Flower Market. | B．Lambeth Country Show. |
| C．Walthamstow Garden Party | D．Brixton Courtyard. |
