1. What was George R. R. Martin like when he was young?
| A．He was popular with his classmates. |
| B．He didn’t have many friends. |
| C．He loved to play sports. |
| A．Turtles. | B．Dragons. | C．Spiders. |
| A．A famous actor. | B．A comic book writer. | C．A si-fi movie director. |
| A．What its final season is about. |
| B．How actors play in the final season. |
| C．Why the shows of the final season become less. |
2 . Here come four most popular clubs in our school! Join us, and we will help you to find your own shining points, lead you to find beauty and to create beauty, and make your campus life as fulfilling and happy as a dream.
Basketball Club
Students will be able to develop their basketball skills further and have the opportunity to compete in basketball games with members from other international schools in Beijing. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 5 to 8, and will practice twice weekly.
Public Speaking Club
The Public Speaking Club will be centered around the personal development of students along with developing public speaking skills. The club will be interested in focusing on all skills in delivering better speeches and improving communication skills. The club will be available to 10-12 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Wednesday).
Yoga Club
Yoga not only improves balance, flexibility, and joint stability, but also serves as a peaceful escape from the stress of daily life. Our students will have the chance to physically exercise while reducing some stress from their life. The club will be available to 10-16 members from Grades 7 to 12, and will meet once weekly (Tuesday).
Media Club
The Media Club teaches students the basics of journalism. The club engages in a wide range of activities like interviewing teachers and students, writing about big events on campus, and operating the weekly school radio broadcasts. The club will be available to 8-12 members from Grades 6 to 12 and will meet once weekly (Monday).
1. Which club will attract students who want to get both mental and physical benefits?| A．Basketball Club. | B．Public Speaking Club. | C．Yoga Club. | D．Media Club. |
| A．Set up a school radio. | B．Write imaginary stories. |
| C．Learn public speaking skills. | D．Interview teachers and students. |
| A．In a school introduction. | B．In a research paper. |
| C．In a history textbook. | D．In a guidebook. |
3 . Every event here features a noted scientist who discusses a different cosmic (宇宙的) topic. They will be presented with a live stream to our Science World official website and questions can be asked in the website chat.
Black Holes
7:30 PM-8:30 PM, May. 19, 2023
Description: Most galaxies (星系) have a supermassive black hole at their center. These black holes help determine how galaxies will develop over time. Join Dr. Ansel Netscher for an outline of black holes. You can also explore how supermassive black holes may decide the development of galaxies.
The Webb Imagery
8:00 PM-9:30 PM, May. 28, 2023
Description: The amazing visions have attracted the world. But there’s a long and involved process by which scientists’ black-and-white observational data is transformed into dynamic color imagery for the public. Join image specialist Ralph Wilson as he discusses the art and science of translating infrared light.
Hunt for Distant Worlds
7:00 PM-8:00 PM, Jun. 3, 2023
Description: Since the discovery of the first planet orbiting a Sun-like star in 1995, more than 4, 000 exoplanets have been found. These widespread planet systems confirm that our solar system is just one of many in our Milky Way galaxy. The discovery of such systems has provided interesting insights, challenging our views about how planet systems form and develop. Join Dr. Amanda Garcia as she describes the scientific hunt for these distant worlds.
Mars and Beyond
10:00 AM-11:30 AM, Jun.4, 2023
Description: Will we ever reach Mars? And what will it take to travel to other stars? Dr. Camille Lopez will meet these questions with a speech of what we can expect in the next 30 years. It’s based on what is practical and reasonable when we consider the biological, economic, and philosophical concerns that connect with the engineering challenges of space habitation and exploration.
1. Interested in the development of planet or star system, you can choose ________.① Black Holes
② The Webb Imagery
③ Hunt for Distant Worlds
④ Mars and Beyond
| A．①④ | B．②④ | C．①③ | D．②③ |
| A．Prospect of space travel. | B．Application of art to science. |
| C．The origin and future of Mars. | D．Detailed plan of space habitation. |
| A．To publicize online public lectures. |
| B．To compare events of studying science. |
| C．To stress the importance of space exploration. |
| D．To expand people’s knowledge about universe. |
4 . Beyond Body is a science-based fitness and nutrition program in the shape of the first personalized wellness book in the world. It makes developing sustainable healthy habits easier, while helping to improve mental health. It addresses the main problems that most weight loss programs have, motivating you to bring positive changes in all areas of your life.
The Beyond Body app helps you follow the program and track your progress. It goes beyond simple food ideas to provide meal plans, workouts, and lifestyle tips.
Who Is Beyond Body for?
The Beyond Body program is for anybody who wants to lose weight by establishing lifelong health and fitness routines, but not ideal for vegetarians. It can help you drop pounds while enjoying long-lasting changes.
How to Begin with Beyond Body?
The program starts with a quiz, including questions on body type, fitness level, health conditions, food preferences, and more. You must also enter your current and target weight. After completing a short quiz, you can choose between the hardcover or e-Book. You can also add the app for further assistance. Next, it creates a personalized meal plan and generates the Beyond Body book in both digital and physical formats. The book outlines your plan and offers advice on nutrition and fitness.
Beyond Body Pricing
The Beyond Body book costs $33. For this price, you get a hard copy and digital version, plus free shipping. For the assistant app, you must pay a monthly subscription fee. Within the app, you’ll find other checkout options, like consultations with a nutritionist.
1. What is Beyond Body used to do?| A．Sell a book. | B．Introduce an app. |
| C．Stress the importance of weight loss. | D．Provide a program to lose weight. |
| A．By adding an app. | B．By filling a format. |
| C．By choosing a book. | D．By completing a quiz. |
| A．It can be used for free. | B．It focuses on mental health. |
| C．It tracks weight losing progress. | D．It offers free online consultations. |
5 . Whatever your mood, here are a few of the best fiction and non-fiction books to get you thinking about reading plans, from classic novels to fantasy stories.
Beartown
Beartown, by Fredrik Backman, is about a small forest town with a big dream. The town’s junior hookey team is about to compete in the national semi-finals — in which they actually have a shot of winning. But unexpectedly, the match is the catalyst for a violent act that will leave a town in turmoil. It’s an engrossing book about community, loyalty ( 忠诚) , and the responsibilities of friendship that’s perfect to read in winter.
The Year of Living Danishly
The Year of Living Danishly, by Helen Russell, is one of the best books to read in wintertime, about how the Danes live (and cope with winter). Danish culture is shown in the book. It makes for a more beautiful addition to your bookshelf.
Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat (退避) in Difficult Times
Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times is Katherine May’s bestselling memoir and guide to the power of rest and retreat in difficult times. If you’re struggling with low energy, depression, or feeling lost, this is the ideal book to read in winter.
A Winter Book: Selected Stories
A Winter Book: Selected Stories is the perfect collection to retreat into in winter. It features thirteen winter stories from Tove Jansson’s first book for adults, The Sculptors Daughter, plus seven of the beloved Finnish writer’s most cherished (珍爱的) later stories.
1. Which book will you choose if you are interested in the Danish culture?| A．Beartown. |
| B．The Year of Living Danishly. |
| C．A Winter Book: Selected Stories. |
| D．Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times. |
| A．It is a guidebook. |
| B．It is a travel diary |
| C．It is a collection of stories. |
| D．It is a new historical fiction |
| A．They are classic novels. |
| B．They are about community and loyalty. |
| C．They are ideal books for winter reading. |
| D．They are Finnish writer’s most cherished stories. |
6 . Welcome to the Astronomy Club of Akron (ACA) web page. The purpose of the ACA is to further an interest in and to promote the study of the subject of astronomy through the use of lectures, discussion groups, publications, programs and other activities.
The ACA will educate the general public through monthly programs. These programs, lectures and events cover the planets, solar/lunar observing, comets showers, deep sky objects. The ACA activities provide opportunities for its general club members to get together and take part in a variety of general astronomy related matters.
Membership is open to anyone with an interest in astronomy. No equipment is necessary and no knowledge is needed. There is no age limit. Club members meet on the 4th Friday of every month at 8 a.m. at the Kiwanis Hall in Portage Lakes. During the meeting, a one-hour talk will be on astronomy, space exploration or weather. The date of the meeting will change if the 4th Friday is part of a holiday weekend. Check the calendar, view the most recent newsletter, send emails or call the number listed on our home page if in doubt. The ACA publishes a monthly newsletter The Night Sky, which contains information on the coming meetings, observing sessions and articles by members.
Club dues are $30 a year for adults (18 and over), $15 for juniors (12 to 17). The family only needs $40 a year. Welcome to our club and you can call 18663399783 to find more information about us.
1. What does the ACA mainly want to do according to the passage?| A．Hold more meetings. |
| B．Organize social gatherings. |
| C．Prevent the showers and objects in space. |
| D．Get more people interested in astronomy. |
| A．Visit the manager’s office. |
| B．Refer to the latest The Night Sky. |
| C．Observe the meeting sessions. |
| D．Change the calendar and schedules. |
| A．To get more members. |
| B．To show how to do researches. |
| C．To help people choose clubs. |
| D．To introduce a space program. |
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9 . Are you looking to make your career in science, design or engineering? Then join our community of online learners! Here are some courses.
Electronic products bring countless benefits to society, but their production and waste treatment also lead to numerous negative environmental and economic impacts. In a circular economy, products are designed to last. Recycling can help recover the value in the materials so that these can be used again to produce new products. This course supports you to explore both Design for Recycling and Designing with Recycled Plastics.
Building design strongly influences the quantity of heating, cooling and electricity needed during building operation. This course will enable you to understand the base principle(原理) of the energy chain: demand, supply and distribution; and how they related to design principle for sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.
Energy markets are governed by the laws of economics. But how does the “invisible hand” of economics show up in practice? This course will help you understand the functioning of energy markets as the necessary first step to promotion of the energy transition. By using the European electricity market as an example, you will obtain a deeper understanding of it a principle and effectiveness.
Electric cars are more than a novel means of mobility. If you want to explore the business opportunities this new market offers, then this is the course for you! This course explains how electric mobility can work for various businesses. The experts will provide examples of how innovations have changed conventional businesses and created new businesses altogether.
1. Which section of the website is this text probably taken from?| A．Research News | B．Campus life |
| C．Extension School. | D．Career Opportunities |
| A．Demand in Buildings |
| B．Designing Electronics for Recycling in a Circular Economy |
| C．Energy Markets of Today |
| D．Electric Cars : Business |
| A．Start time. | B．Flexible schedule. |
| C．Learning content. | D．Teaching language. |
10 . It’s hard to imagine any gifts more convenient than online flower delivery. There is no driving to the local florist shop, no waiting on hold, and no searching for a phone number for a flower delivery service in the area you need to send. You simply select the bouquet or arrangement, and enter the delivery and payment information. Besides, many offer additional gifts including gift baskets, chocolates, teddy bears and so on.
Fast Flower Delivery Online
When you buy flowers online, you can get flower delivery just as fast as if you place the order in person or over the phone. If you place your order early in the day with an Internet florist, many of the best can deliver on the same day.
Send Flowers for Less
Customers often find better prices when buying on the Internet, because online flower shops typically have lower prices and more discount deals. These shops have less overhead (运营费用) and costs, so they can pass the savings on to the customer. In addition, you usually get a much better deal, especially at busy holidays such as Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Christmas, etc.
Spectacular Flower Selection
A typical local flower shop does not have a big selection to choose, and also, when you order flowers over the phone you can’t see what you’ll get. Online flower shops have pictures, and still many have a spectacular selection to choose from. Plus, if one Internet florist doesn’t have what you want, it’ll take just a few seconds to buy flowers online from another florist site.
1. What might you get on a special holiday?| A．Faster delivery. | B．Wider choices. | C．More discount. | D．Extra gifts. |
| A．You see pictures of the flowers. |
| B．You needn’t drive to the shop. |
| C．You can pay afterwards. |
| D．You have a faster service. |
| A．To show the advantages of online shopping. |
| B．To help run an online floral business. |
| C．To advertise an online flower shop. |
| D．To promote online flower delivery. |
