Smart TV channels a sense of frustration
The phenomenon of watching less or not watching TV has mirrored a plunge in traditional TV sales in recent years.
“I haven’t watched TV at home for almost five years.” The same sentiment is a true portrayal of many Gen-Zers today. In the past when entertainment options
“Watching
The phenomenon mirrors a plunge in traditional TV sales in recent years. A report by All View Cloud, a data analysis company, says that domestic TV sales in 2020 were 44.5 million units, down 9.1 percent year-on-year; and sales revenue was 120.9 billion yuan ($19.1 billion), down 11.7 percent.
However, not watching traditional TV does not mean
However, compared with the rapid development and profit growth of internet smart TV, complaints about a decline in service experience have come to light.
A woman’s complaint over her newly bought TV set has echoed across Chinese social media recently. In her video, posted on Douyin, she says most people watching TV now are elders, and a TV cannot be turned on
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Wonders of Australia 22 days from only £6.245 per person Day 1: Depart UKDays 2-5: Singapore Enjoy a city tour including Merlion Park, Marina Bay, and fabulous gardens. As an alternative, you may choose to stop in Dubai at no extra cost. Days 6-11: Melbourne Visit Victoria Markets and Federation Square. Perhaps take an optional excursion to explore Fairy Penguin Parade. Day 12-14: The Ghan Experience one of the world’s most impressive rail journeys. Covering 1,555 kilometres, we see the everchanging landscape as we journey north. Enjoy all inclusive Gold Service with on board meals included as are a wide selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Day 15-17: Uluru (Ayers Rock) We enjoy a refreshing glass of sparkling wine and witness the changing colours as the sun sets. There is a chance to explore the rock in the morning, before visiting the impressive Olgas.Days 18-21: Cairns & The Great Barrier Reef Dive in the sheltered coral lake and view the reef from underwater observatory. Lunch is included. Optional tours on our Freedom Days in Cairns include a scenic railway journey to Kuranda, and a day trip to the nearby World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Day 22: Arrive UK We arrive at your chosen airport, bringing an end to our incredible adventure.
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A.Cairns and the Ghan |
B.Uluru and Melbourne |
C.Melbourne and the Ghan |
D.Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef |
A.You may be charged an extra £349 in total for daily breakfasts. |
B.You will enjoy a day trip to Daintree Rainforest, a world heritage. |
C.You may choose to stop in both Singapore and Dubai at no extra cost. |
D.You will be offered a meal with drinks when heading north by train in the Ghan. |
A.£17,791 | B.£18,822 | C.£18,841 | D.£19,572 |
3 . Below is a web page from http://www.parents.com./
Kid of the Year Photo ContestEnter your kid's photo today and win! We’re giving away 52 weekly $250 prizes from Readers’ Choice votes. PLUS our editors will select one entry to win our grand prize of $7,000.
Official Contest RulesNo purchase necessary to enter or win.
The Kid of the Year Photo Contest entry period begins at 12:00 a.m. January 23, 2021, and ends January 21, 2022 (the “Entry Period”). Entries must be received by 9:00 p.m. on January 21, 2022 (“Entry Deadline”). Entries will not be acknowledged or returned.
SPONSOR: Meredith Corporation, 1716 Locust Street, Des Moines, Iowa.ENTRY: There will be two methods of entry.
Share My Entry:
Visit http://www.parents.com/photos/photocontests1/kidoftheyear/ and click the button to enter. Then complete the registration form and follow the instructions to upload one album of up to six photos of your child aged three months to eight years. Photos must be the original work of the entrant, who must be an amateur, and must not have been published elsewhere or previously won any prize or award. Photos must be in .jpeg or. bmp format (格式)and cannot exceed 3 MB each.
Facebook Entry:Visit Facebook.com/Parents Magazine and click the Kid of 2021 tab. Fill out the registration form and upload one album of up to six photos of your child age three months to eight years. You may provide one description and one album title that will be applied to all photos. Photos must be the original work of the entrant, who must be an amateur, and must not have been published elsewhere or previously won any prize or award. Photos must be in jpeg or. bmp format and cannot exceed 3 MB each.
This promotion is in no way sponsored, supported or run by, or associated with Facebook. You are providing your information to Parents Magazine and not to Facebook. The information you provide will only be used to run the promotion and register for Parents.com. Photos must not contain material that infringes(侵犯)the rights of another, including but not limited to privacy, publicity or intellectual property rights, or that constitutes copyright infringement(侵害).Photos must not contain brand names or trademarks.
LIMITS: One entry per household, per eligible(有资格的)child,per week. One weekly prize per child. For entries of more than one eligible child in the household, the entry process must be completed separately for each child. No group entries.1. We can learn from the passage that _______.
A.your entry will not be returned even if you don't win the contest |
B.you should send your entry before 9:00 p.m. on January 21,2021 |
C.you must make a purchase first from Parents.com before you enter the contest |
D.the editors of Parents com will decide who will win the 20,000 dollars in prizes |
A.provide a description and an album title for the kids' photos |
B.go to Meredith Corporation to fill out the registration forms |
C.complete the entry process separately for each of her kids |
D.submit the photos to Facebook if she chooses Facebook Entry |
A.Six photos of a kindergarten kid and his best friend. |
B.A collection of five photos that are 18 MB in total size. |
C.Two photos of a four-year-old girl in a Minnie Mouse shirt. |
D.A photo that a lawyer took of his son with a professional camera. |
4 . Save your annual leave and explore beautiful towns and places with day trips less than two hours from London, offering a change of scenery, delicious food and a good walk. You can head into work the next day feeling refreshed.
Margate
The old will remember Margate as a somewhat mocked holiday location, a vintage (复古的) style amusement park with rides. However, the young are now moving here in droves as they take advantage of the excellent transport links and the working opportunities. Another draw is the Turner Contemporary art gallery opened in 2011 to celebrate artist JMW Turner, and his connection to Margate. The gallery is free to enter and has spectacular views.
The New Forest
At over 200 square miles, the New Forest is a protected national park dotted with small towns. There are many trails to walk or cycle, which are worth planning in advance. Thenewforest.co.uk is a useful resource as it has walking and cycle routes split into family, dog-friendly and those that take in pubs or villages.
Brighton
There is something for everyone in Brighton: traditional fish and chips, vegan and restaurants, the Royal Pavil ion and shops — both vintage and contemporary — selling clothing, jewellery, chocolate and records. Any of the small coffee shops would be a great first stop before heading to the very pink Books for Amnesty shop.
The Cotswolds
With the instantly recognisable pale-yellow stone cottages and seemingly unending supply of pubs, the towns and villages that comprise the Cotswolds are well worth a visit. Spend the morning walking around Chipping Norton, a market town with shops and theatres. Be sure to pop-in to Jaffé and Neale, the bookshop and cafe that has been open since 2006.
1. What attracts the younger generation in Margate?A.Its amusement park. | B.The protected national park. |
C.The Turner Contemporary art gallery. | D.Its convenient transportation and working chances. |
A.Brighton. | B.The New Forest. | C.Margate. | D.The Cotswolds. |
A.Life style. | B.Traditional food. | C.Coffee houses. | D.Ancient cottages. |
A. struggling B. tough C. threatened D. delaying E. predict F. alarming G. demand H. dramatically I. approaches J. concerned K. entirely |
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For some time, publishers have operated a “wholesale” pricing model with Amazon. This has enabled Amazon to set the price of many new e-books at $9.99. Amazon has maintained prices low in order to boost
Some publishers try
A.The different types of commercial jingle. |
B.The early years of the commercial jingle. |
C.The importance of the commercial jingle. |
D.The reason why the commercial jingle emerges. |
A.In the early1920s. | B.In 1926. |
C.In the early 1930s. | D.In 1936. |
A.Televisions began to take the place of radios gradually. |
B.The public was more likely to be impacted by words sung with music. |
C.The market in the United States started to care about consumers’ taste. |
D.The direct promotion of products was not allowed in peak listening hours. |
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Gray Line Discover Brisbane and surrounds with Gray Line Brisbane. Their wide range of tours in air-conditioned coaches, combined with the guide’s expert knowledge, ensures a day to remember. | |
Brisbane City Morning Tour (tour B481) Departs: daily 9:00 am. Returns:11:45 am. Discover this vibrant city with its charming architecture, colonial history and enjoy the sweeping views of the city and Brisbane River from Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Cathedral Square: Parliament House Windmill-Anzac Square-City Hall-Chinatown Captain Cook and Story Bridge | |
Brisbane Highlights with Koala Sanctuary Tour(tour B492) Departs: daily 1:15 pm Returns:5: 00 pm. Tour the highlights of Brisbane and travel to Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary situated on the banks of the Brisbane River for a chance to get up close and personal with the animals. Queen Street Mall: Southbank: Anzac Square: Suncorp Stadium Brewery Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and presentation Mt Cootha Lookout | |
Sunshine Coast and Noosa(tour B464) Departs: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday 8:45am Returns: 5:30 pm. The Sunshine Coast is renowned for its magnificent seaside, sophisticated lifestyle, dining experience and shopping. Also includes a visit to Underwater World and a drive through Eurmundi, famous for its historic buildings and scenic beauty. Noosa HeadsMooloolaba: Underwater World Ettamogah Pub | |
Sunshine Coast and Montville (tour B410) Departs: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 8:45 am. Returns: 5:30 pm This tour takes you through the rich heritage of the spectacular Sunshine Coast hinterland with visits to Montville famous for its craft shops and restaurants, and Mooloolaba. home to Underwater world Ginger Factory: Superbee Montville Village Mooloolaba Price includes fully air-conditioned touring, entry fees and CBD hotel pickup. Child policy: under 4 years — free of charge, 4-14 years — as quoted above. Exclusion date:25/12/16(for other dates please check wit your consultant). |
A.Sunshine Coast and Montville Tour and Brisbane Highlights with Koala Sanctuary Tour. |
B.Brisbane City Morning Tour and Brisbane Highlights with Koala Sanctuary Tour. |
C.Brisbane City Morning Tour and Sunshine Coast and Noosa Tour. |
D.Sunshine Coast and Noosa Tour and Sunshine Coast and Montville Tour. |
A.Visitors may learn the colonial history of Brisbane River from Mooloolaba. |
B.Visitors may have a close look at animals in Sunshine Coast and Noosa Tour. |
C.If you want to visit Underwater World, you may choose Brisbane City Morning Tour. |
D.If 2 adults and 2 children, aged 3 and 9, attend tour B410, they should pay $281. |
A.Welcoming and humorous. | B.Warm and inviting. |
C.Modest and initiative. | D.Casual and compulsory. |
9 . Are you considering visiting some places in a few weeks, or a few months' time, and are you looking for the safest places to travel? If yes, this travel guide will provide some places you can visit.
New ZealandNew Zealand has proven to be the world’s safest places to travel after Iceland and they are known for their wonderful dishes such as fish & chips, Hokey Pokey Ice Cream, etc. Whangarei Falls is a twenty-four feet high flowing water with a beautiful view that makes it one of the best waterfalls looking attractive in photographs.
BelizeA visit to Belize would give you experiences such as world-class diving, explorations of jungles, etc. When you are in Belize, you should try the following foods: Rice and Beans, Tamales, Stewed Chicken, Fry Jacks and lots more. Belize is known for Mayan ruins and caves, jungle adventures, and is also known as “Nature’s best-kept secret”.
GreenlandGreenland is said to be a place where you do not have to worry about crime, so you need not worry too much about your safety. It is located between the Arctic and Atlantic Oceans, and it is the world's largest island. Major tourist offers in Greenland include trips on hiking, tours on dog sledding (雪橇), watching of icebergs, etc.
TunisiaTunisia is said to be one of the most visited African countries. Some attractive places include its great capital city of Tunis, the beach resorts of Mahdia and La Kabash Square in Tunis. Tunisia is popular for her beaches which have this golden ring and wallet-friendly items. Tunisians are always willing to help. Some of the delicious dishes that Tunisians enjoy include Traditional Tunisian Bread, Tajine, Meats, etc.
1. What makes New Zealand attractive?a. Its golden beaches. b. Ice cream. c. Its safety. d. Its waterfall.
A.abcd | B.abc | C.bcd | D.acd |
A.Tunisia. | B.New Zealand. | C.Belize. | D.Greenland. |
A.It is the most popular country in Africa. | B.Its capital city is Mahdia. |
C.It offers dishes such as fish& chip. | D.Things sold at the beach are affordable. |
10 . Cultural Happenings
Local Makers MarketOctober 2 | Shops @Rochvale
Stop by the Shops @Rockvale, Suite 1709 for the Local Makers Market. This market will have a variety of handmade goods including skin &body care, candles, pottery, home decor and so much more! Grab a bite to eat from one of the food trucks on site and continue your day of shopping local.
Bridge Bust (ed) : Rivertown RedemptionOctober 5 | Front Street, Marietta
Vendors (商贩) line Front Street, Marietta for the annual Bridge Bust! The 1-mile stretch of street is closed to traffic so visitors can shop from a variety of vendors and purchase delicious food and beverages. This is an event for the whole family. It’s a chance to enjoy beer, shop local goods, and be part of the community.
Heritage Day &Car ShowOctober 11 | Star Barn Village
Calling all car enthusiasts! Enjoy an outing at the beautiful and historic 275-acre Stone Gables Estate and see a variety of makes, models, and years of cars and trucks on display. Many are classics that have been lovingly restored while others may be newer models. Take time to walk the property, enjoy discounted foods, and ride the train, but most of all, have fun with your friends and meet new people.
Lancaster Roots &Blues FestivalOctober 15—17 | Downtown Lancaster
Lancaster Roots and Blues is an annual festival of music and art held in beautiful downtown Lancaster Pennsylvania, USA. The event is held indoors at multiple venues all located within three blocks of each other. Attendees receive a wristband at check-in and can move about freely from stage to stage. Expect at least 60 different musical artists over the 3-day festival.
1. Where can you go for a good time with your family?A.Shops @Rockvale. | B.Front Street, Marietta. |
C.Star Barn Village. | D.Downtown Lancaster. |
A.View various cars. | B.Buy skin care. |
C.Drink beer. | D.Enjoy free foods. |
A.Local Makers Market. | B.Heritage Day &Car Show. |
C.Lancaster Roots &Blues Festival. | D.Bridge Bust (ed) : Rivertown Redemption. |