1 . Educational technology such as apps can help students with time management, organization skills, study skills, homework and more. Below is a list of apps for college students recommended by educational technology experts. The needs of individual students differ and experts suggest that students try out several apps to find the right one. Unless costs are noted in the apps’ descriptions below, these learning tools are free to users:
Blackboard App. A popular learning management system, Blackboard is used at many colleges across the U. S. It allows students to get course work for online classes or in-person classes. Students can view course content, complete assignments and tests, view graded and more.
Duolingo. Advertising itself as “the world’s best way to learn a language”, Duolingo offers lessons in 35- plus languages, helping users with speaking, reading, listening, writing, grammar and vocabulary. Duolingo offers both free and paid versions, the latter with an ad-free experience and of line access to lessons.
Evernote. A note-taking and task-management system that offers the ability to sync across devices. Evernote allows users to create to-do lists, save web pages and change documents into a digital form via a device’s camera.
Ever note is free, though an advanced version with more feature costs $7.99 a month or $69.99 a year.
College mobile apps. College-specific apps have become fairly common among U. S. college students. While these apps may differ by college, users can often find campus maps, news, safety information, scheduled events and more.
1. Why do students need to try out several apps?| A．To avoid paying for any app. |
| B．To apply these alps to different tasks. |
| C．To see as many different functions as possible. |
| D．To find one that can best meet their needs. |
| A．They cannot be used continuously until paid. |
| B．They can help college students learn better. |
| C．They have different versions for college students. |
| D．They have been quite popular among college students. |
| A．Blackboard app. | B．Duolingo. |
| C．Evernote. | D．College mobile apps. |
2 . Many of the top museums and cultural attractions in L.A. are your best choices if you visit Los Angeles. From ancient artifacts to modern art, read on for our guide in Los Angeles.
Museum of Latin American Art: Founded in 1996, it is the only art museum in the United States devoted to modern and contemporary Latin American art. Since its beginning, it has doubled its size, added a 15,000 square foot sculpture garden and expanded its permanent collection, ranging from works by Tamayo and Matta to CruzDiez, Los Carpinteros and Tunga. Free admission every Sunday.
Autry Museum of the American West: Located in Griffith Park, the Autry features worldclass galleries filled with Native American art and artifacts, film memorabilia, historic firearms and more. The Autry’s collection of more than 500,000 pieces of art and artifacts includes the Southwest Museum of the American Indian Collection, one of the largest and most significant collections of Native American materials in the country. Free admission on the second Tuesday of every month.
Descanso Gardens: Located in La Cañada Flintridge, the 160 acre Descanso Gardens was originally developed in 1936 by Elias Manchester Boddy, whose numerous interests included horticulture and politics. Descanso Gardens offers numerous areas for exploring, including a Japanese tea garden, Water-wise garden, Oak Woodland, California Garden, and the world’s largest collection of camellia flowers. Free admission on the third Tuesday of every month.
Kidspace Children’s Museum: Founded in 1979 by members of the Caltech community and Junior League of Pasadena, the museum develops the potential of all kids through kiddriven experiences, inspiring them to become joyful, active learners. Admission to the museum is free on First Fridays.
1. What is special about Museum of Latin American Art?| A．It has a very long history. | B．It has been continuously enlarged. |
| C．It owns Native American artifacts. | D．It offers a wide range of exploration. |
| A．Museum of Latin American Art. | B．Autry Museum of the American West. |
| C．Descanso Gardens. | D．Kidspace Children’s Museum. |
| A．They take up large areas. | B．They have diverse cultures. |
| C．They collect artworks permanently. | D．They offer free admission regularly. |
1. What is the speaker mainly talking about?
| A．A search engine. |
| B．A language program. |
| C．A free lesson website for teachers. |
| A．Over one hundred million. |
| B．A few hundred thousand. |
| C．Several thousand |
| A．Switzerland. | B．Guatemala. | C．Costa Rica. |
| A．By big websites. | B．By an actor. | C．By schools. |
4 . In summer, people around the world seek rest and relaxation on a beach. To meet the need, Tripadvisor publishes a list of the world’s best beaches.
Baia do Sancho, Brazil
Its water is calm and clear. Its sand is fine and soft. But getting to Baia do Sancho is not so easy. It is on Fernando de Noronha, a volcanic island more than 300 kilometers off Brazil's coast. Travelers must take a plane or boat from major cities in northern Brazil to get there. Getting there involves walking along steep, rocky cliffs and then climbing down a ladder.
Grace Bay, Turks and Caicos
While Baia do Sancho is difficult to get to, Tripadvisor’s second-ranked beach could not be much easier for tourists to reach. Travelers to the islands often choose to stay at oceanfront hotels right next to Grace Bay. This beach has impossibly clean and clear waters and pure white sand. Its calm waters make it extremely safe for swimming.
Eagle Beach, Aruba
To get to the thirdbest beach, head south to the Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba. Eagle Beach has clear, calm waters and soft white sand. It offers visitors a chance to try different water sports. Eagle Beach may be best known, however, for its dramatic sunsets. On clear nights, the sky turns red, orange, and purple.
Playa Paraiso, Cuba
Tripadvisor's fourthbest beach is also in the Caribbean. Playa Paraiso is on Cayo Largo, an island off Cuba's southern coast. Paraiso has a fun, laidback restaurant for those who wish to eat and drink. There is little else on the beach. People come here for the sugarlike sand and calm waters filled with colorful wildlife.
Siesta Key, United States
Florida's Siesta Key is a lowlying island. The scientist known as Dr.Beach recently named Siesta Key the best beach in America. It offers calm and clean waters. Visitors of all ages go to Siesta Key when the tide is low to find beautiful, large and, sometimes, rare seashells.
1. What do Baia do Sancho and Grace Bay have in common?| A．They have oceanfront hotels. |
| B．They are volcanic islands. |
| C．They are hard to reach. |
| D．They are in Brazil. |
| A．Playa Paraiso. | B．Eagle Beach. |
| C．Grace Bay. | D．Siesta Key. |
| A．Dr. Beach named Baia do Sancho the best beach in the world. |
| B．Visitors can enjoy different sports on Paraiso's beach. |
| C．Visitors can find rare seashells at Siesta Key. |
| D．Cayo Largo is an island of Aruba. |
SUMMER CAMP HELPERS WANTED!
Are you an active and outgoing person? Are you passionate about Chinese culture? Would you like to meet and help young people from other countries?
The Frog & Fox Summer Camp Council is looking for enthusiastic high school students to join our team as camp helpers at our summer camp next year! Our camp is located in a beautiful area.
We are building a team of keen young people to help us attend to hundreds of students from all over the world. You will be required to supervise and/or help out in a variety of tasks and recreational activities.
Successful applicants will ideally have the following：
·a good level of English;
·good organisation and teamwork skills;
·a passion for Chinese and international culture;
·experience with animals;
·a friendly, welcoming attitude, and good handwriting!
Send your CV and cover letter to: receptionist@FAFSC.com (FYI: Applications can also be made on paper or disk.)
1 Keep the parking area clean, guide new guests to the reception area, etc.
2 Camel rides, barbecue &fry, calligraphy, purse sewing, knitting with wool, etc.
Dear Sir/Madam,
I would like to apply for the position of camp helper. Please find my CV attached.
I believe I would be a valuable addition to your team. My English is at an intermediate level, and I have travelled to several English-speaking countries. I have also helped to organise a three day tour of my city for visiting exchange students.
I have experience in working with animals, and I have also volunteered at a local library to help organise the children’s section. I am a team player and I enjoy working with others. I have been captain of my school table tennis team for two years, so I know how to lead and decide on priorities.
With my proficiency in Chinese calligraphy, I could also conduct classes for your visitors to help them learn more about this beautiful aspect of Chinese culture.
The prospect of welcoming exchange students to our country is very exciting, and I am keen to use my skills to give them a warm welcome and an experience they will always remember.
I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.
Yours faithfully,
Kelly Xu
16 Xinhua Road
Hangzhou
Mobile：XXX 6616 5555
Email: kellyxu888 @exmail.cn
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
2019 — present Plan and teach afterschool classical calligraphy classes
·Design classroom activities, provide feedback
2018 — 2019 Worked during holidays at local pet shop
·Cleaned cages, checked and changed flea collars, helped customers
2017 Visited UK on high school exchange programme
·Experienced British culture, demonstrated Chinese culture
2016 Volunteered at local library
·Assisted librarians in organising children’s library section
Helped organise city tour for visiting students from Canada
·Helped manage tour finances and receipts
EDUCATION
09. 2018 — Present Hangzhou XXX Senior High School
09. 2015 — 07. 2018 Hangzhou XXX Junior High School
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
★PETS 3 English qualification
★Certificate in Chinese Calligraphy
INTERESTS & ACTIVITIES
★Chinese calligraphy
★Classical literature
★Table tennis
★Amateur photography
★Detective novels
★Programming
1. What does a helper do in the camp?| A．Help receive campers. |
| B．Take care of foreign students. |
| C．Attend to affairs in the camp. |
| D．Complete varieties of tasks. |
| A．In a newspaper. | B．In a magazine. |
| C．On a billboard. | D．On the Internet. |
| A．She has been to several English-speaking countries. |
| B．She has taught exchange students to play tennis. |
| C．She has helped organise a tour of the city for foreign students. |
| D．She has visited the exchange students in her school. |
| A．She once worked in the zoo. |
| B．She can teach calligraphy. |
| C．She is good at financial management. |
| D．She visited the UK at her own expense. |
Interested in childcare? Qualified persons or preschool teachers are needed for busy childcare centre, south of the river. Fulltime work should be guaranteed. Immediate start is necessary. The candidate (候选人) must be able to work as a cooperative team member. Phone 63452345 for an interview and fax your resume to 63452345. |
We need office cleaners! Three people are required for professional cleaning in the CBD area. Working hours from 5:00 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays for each one. Approximately five hours per shift (轮班). A good record is necessary. Experience preferred. Phone 63457843 now. |
Want to work as a dental nurse? This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified dental nurse with a confident and cheerful personality to work in the School Dental Health Scheme. You must be able to get along well with children because work involves talking to groups about dental health practices. For further information, visit our website at schooldentalservices@gov.sg. And fax your resume to 62344567. |
Florist wanted! Are you a creative and trained florist with at least two years of experience? Then this may be just what you are seeking. The city’s leading Florist Artist Studio needs another parttime member on their wedding team. Please phone 60987888 now! |
| A．in a newspaper |
| B．in a school magazine |
| C．on a company noticeboard |
| D．in a store window |
| A．artist | B．florist |
| C．teacher | D．dental nurse |
| A．Cooking skills. |
| B．The ability to work well with other people. |
| C．Childcare experience. |
| D．The ability to start work in two weeks. |
7 . Yellowstone Poster Exhibition to Be on View at UW’s Coe Library
A first-of-its-kind exhibition that focuses on the history of Yellowstone National Park posters will be on display at the University of Wyoming’s Coe Library beginning Tuesday, February 1.
“Wonderland Illustrated” will present posters and poster-style illustrations of the park spanning from the 1870s through 2022. The exhibition will be located on Level 3 of Coe Library. It will be on view through Tuesday, May 31.
The exhibition takes place at the same time as this year’s 150th anniversary of the creation of Yellowstone National Park. The posters in the exhibition serve the purpose of both advertising and art.
“We’re thrilled to be working with Yellowstone collectors Jack and Susan Davís, and Larry and Thea Lancaster to bring this exhibition to the University of Wyoming as part of year-long celebrations recognizing Yellowstone’s 150th anniversary,” says Tamsen Hert, head of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. “This exhibition involves the history of printing, art, photography and advertising over 16 decades. The images reproduced are found on travel brochures, postcards and maps—many of which are held in our collections.”
One poster from the exhibition—Henry Wellge’s “Yellowstone National Park” from1904—was recently purchased with donated funds and is now part of UW Libraries’ Emmett D. Chisum Special Collections. Wellge, a productive bird’s-eye-view artist, designed the piece for the Northern Pacific Railroad, which used it to advertise the park. This is a unique piece, as posters such as this one were printed on soft paper and very few have survived.
1. How long will the exhibition “Wonderland Illustrated” last?| A．Two weeks. | B．Three months. | C．Four months. | D．One year. |
| A．To remember a famous artist. | B．To raise fund for Coe Library. |
| C．To mark the anniversary of a national park. | D．To tell the history of the University of Wyoming. |
| A．It is rare in the world. | B．It is in black and white. |
| C．It is printed on cloth. | D．It is owned by a professor. |
8 . Salt Lake City Tour
Salt Lake City, UT
Utah’s capital city is surrounded by the mountains of the American Southwest on the shores of the breathtaking Great Salt Lake. The city is rich in history and architecture besides wonderful scenery.
Duration (持续时间): About 50 Minutes
The Utah State Capitol
As a member of the National Register of Historic Places, the Utah State Capitol has been opening since 1916. Decorated with columns and a dramatic dome (圆屋顶), the style is the same as the famous national Capitol building in Washington.
Duration: About 45 Minutes
The Salt Lake Temple
This temple took 40 years to build, and was opened in 1893. It sits in 10-acre Temple Square in Salt Lake City, Utah, and it is a popular tourist destination even though the inside is off-limits.
Duration: About 30 Minutes
The Great Salt Lake
Located in the northern part of Utah, the Lake is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Its level of salinity is actually even higher than the ocean.
Duration: About 1 Hour and 30 Minutes
Departure & Return
Departure: The free airport pickup is only available during 11 am-6 pm. Please wait for your tour guide at Terminal 2 Door 10. (the phone number for the pickup: 626-522-6791; suggested tips:$10)
Return: Please schedule flights to depart from Salt Lake City International Airport after 12 pm. If you want to return to Las Vegas from Salt Lake City on the last day, you shall pay $ 20 per person.
Price Includes: hotel accommodations for 3 nights
The airport pickup & drop-off: If arriving outside this period, you should take the free shuttle to the hotel on your own.
1. Which takes the most time to visit?| A．Salt Lake City, UT. |
| B．The Utah State Capitol. |
| C．The Salt Lake Temple. |
| D．The Great Salt Lake. |
| A．10 am. | B．11 am. |
| C．2 pm. | D．4 pm. |
| A．In 1840. | B．In 1853. |
| C．In 1916. | D．In 1933. |
9 . Beware of Phone /Online Scams
Have you been the victim of a phone/online scams? If you ever think that there’s really no reason to worry, just remember the following statistics.
—315,000 cases broken in 2015-2017 in China.
—More than billions of money involved.
—Victims of 19 years old top the list in terms of age.
—Victims of 18-25 years old account for 52.4% of the whole.
—……
And here in below we are sharing 4 typical types of Phone/Online scams and how to deal with them.
Type 1 Hello, this is police station. You’re involved in a case of money laundering (洗钱) (or some other financial crime). We need your cooperation with the investigation…… Please transfer your money into the national security account. Tip 1: If you are really involved in financial crime, police will visit your home at the first opportunity and take you for investigation. Police are not so dumb as to inform you via telephone. And there is no such thing as national security account. | Type 2 Hey! Wang (he may know your name). Drop by my office tomorrow morning. BTW, I will be treating some VIP clients soon. I need you to transfer some money into this account. It will refund your money tomorrow. Tip 2: Think about it. How could any boss in the world ask you for money? Meeting VIP clients without a cent in his pocket? And why doesn’t he ask you to give the money to him in person? He is nobody but a scam! |
Type 3 You’ve got a package which contains illegal drugs or goods. You are now requested to call this number to contact the Public Security Bureau. (Then it all follows scenario. Tip 3: Public Security Bureau WILL NOT deal with cases via phone calls. NEITHER WILL they send out notification via message. | Type 4 (In some cases the number is disguised as authentic bank number through software). We are sorry to inform you that you have a bank overdraft. Please contact this customer service representative. His number is XX XXX XXX XX. Tip 4: DO NOT panic. REMEMBER to dial the official contact number of the bank to double check. |
| A．To remind the public of the figures. | B．To highlight the accuracy of the figures. |
| C．To show the gravity of the phenomenon. | D．To prove the existence of the phenomenon. |
| A．Type 1 and Type 2 | B．Type 3 and Type 4 |
| C．Type 1 and Type 3 | D．Type 2 and Type 4 |
| A．On a security leaflet. | B．On a travel brochure. |
| C．In a poster from a bank. | D．In an email for students. |
10 . Are you looking to make your career in science, design or engineering? Then join our community of online learners! Here are some courses.
 | Designing Electronics for Recycling in a Circular Economy  Free| Earn certified for $149  Length: Self-paced  Efforts: 3-4 hours per week / 4 weeks |
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.
 | Demand in Buildings Free| Earn certified for $149 Length: Self-paced  Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 4 weeks |
Building design strongly influences the quantity of heating, cooling and electricity needed during building operation. This course will enable you to understand the basic principle(原理) of the energy chain: demand, supply and distribution; and how they relate to design principle for sustainable and energy-efficient buildings.
 | Energy Markets of TodayFree| Earn certified for $129 Length: Self-paced Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 5 weeks |
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 its principle and effectiveness.
 | Electric Cars: BusinessFree| Earn certified for $99 Length: Self-paced  Efforts: 4-6 hours per week / 5 weeks  Available in Spanish |
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．Career Opportunities | D．Extension School. |
| A．Designing Electronics for Recycling in a Circular Economy | B．Demand in Buildings |
| C．Energy Markets of Today | D．Electric Cars: Business |
| A．Start time. | B．Learning content. |
| C．Flexible schedule. | D．Teaching language. |
