1 . In the 1920s, Russian psychologist Bluma Zeigarnik observed a strange thing. While dining out, she was impressed by the complex orders the waiters were able to remember at one time.     1     This observation gave rise to the study of what would become known as the Zeigarnik Effect.

The Zeigarnik Effect refers to our tendency to remember incomplete or interrupted tasks better than completed ones. At first glance the Zeigarnik Effect can seem like a handy adaptation: It’s good to remember the things we need to do, and it’s a positive thing to want to finish the things we start.    2    

First, each incomplete task your brain reminds you about takes up a bit of your attention, making it harder to concentrate on whatever you’re currently working on. Second, even if we manage to physically disconnect from work, the Zeigarnik Effect ensures that our unfinished tasks follow us home. They bring trouble to our vacations, our weekends, and even our sleep.    3    

So what can you do about it?

Write your tasks down. Your brain is a terrible filing system. Instead of keeping tasks in your head, make a habit of writing them down as soon as they come to you.

    4     Make a plan for tomorrow before you end the work day so your unfinished tasks don’t remain in your mind after-hours.

Don’t forget to look back at how far you’ve come.    5     Therefore, review your completed tasks at the end of every week to celebrate what you’ve already.

A．Establish a work shutdown routine.

B．Have a system for expanding your job skills.

C．The problem when it comes to our productivity is two-fold.

D．Yet when customers checked out, these were totally forgotten.

E．We always quickly forget everything we’ve already accomplished.

F．We need a way to mentally disconnect in our hours away from work.

G．You have to actually complete all of your tasks to feel mental relief from it.

2 . Welcome to Grand Central Terminal

Grand Central Terminal is one of the most-visited destinations in New York City for a reason: history, architecture, dining, and shopping, all under one magnificent roof. Let’s take a look at a few of public events.

Easter Brunch at City Winery

Date(s): Sunday, March 31

Time(s): 12:00 pm — 4:00 pm

Location: Vanderbilt Hall West, Upper Level

Celebrate your Easter at Vanderbilt Hall with City Winery’s fine Easter Brunch. Taste half-priced cocktails while enjoying the beauty of Grand Central Terminal!

Los Sabores de Mi Mexico

Time(s): Thursday April 4th, 10:00 am — 3:30 pm;

Friday April 5th – Sunday April 7th, 8:00 am — 6:00 pm

Location: Vanderbilt Hall East

Immerse yourself in this unique experience that celebrates the richness of art, history, and passion that shape Mexico.

St. Patrick’s Day at City Winery

Date(s): Saturday March 16 & Sunday March 17

Time(s): 8:00 am — 9:00 pm

Location: Vanderbilt Hall West, Upper Level

Don’t miss out on these delicious specials as we celebrate all things Irish this weekend! Gather your friends, wear your green, and head over to City Winery.

Long Island, Where Golfers Belong

Date(s): Monday April 8th — Wednesday April 10th

Time(s): 8:30 am — 6:30 pm

Location: Grand Central Madison

Come to meet our Discover Long Island team and test your golf skills! Long Island is proud to be home of the 2025 Ryder Cup. From lovely beaches to world-class championship golf courses, learn all about why Long Island is where you belong.

1. Which event lasts the longest?

A．Easter Brunch at City Winery.	B．Los Sabores de Mi Mexico.
C．St. Patrick’s Day at City Winery.	D．Long Island, Where Golfers Belong.

2. What is the highlight of St. Patrick’s Day at City Winery?

A．Festival celebration.	B．Artistic experience.
C．Tasty food.	D．Delightful sea view.

3. Where will you go if you like sports?

A．Vanderbilt Hall West.	B．Vanderbilt Hall East.
C．City Winery.	D．Grand Central Madison.

3 . Improving your career development will help you stay competitive when it’s time to seek a promotion or apply for a new opportunity. The information below will help you improve your career development so you can succeed in your chosen career path.

    1     This includes what industries might be the best fit for you, as well as related jobs and companies. It’s also a good idea to reflect on your own particular strengths and weaknesses so you can identify what to work on as you prepare your personal career path.

Someone else’s experience is great to gain knowledge and introduce yourself to other opportunities.     2     Your boss might also be a perfect one, since they should be able to show you what you need to learn in order to develop in your current and future roles. You can discuss your career path with your boss.

Once you’ve explored your options and found a helper, you should have enough information to be able to set specific, measurable goals. Be sure your goals are realistic yet challenging, and take care to make them actionable. Give yourself a timeline for achieving your goals.     3    

To achieve your goals, it is necessary to make a plan. You can outline it on your own or you can take advantage of external resources.     4     They generally focus energy on helping employees develop and follow a career path.

    5     There are many ways to build them. You might attend training sessions to increase your knowledge. New strategies and technologies relevant to just about every career are being introduced constantly, so it pays to stay up-to-date on industry developments.

A．You should be prepared to adapt your career plan as situations change.

B．This will help make sure you can reach your objectives in a timely way.

C．An important part of your career development will be expanding your job skills.

D．Some companies have formal programs to help employees develop their careers.

E．It is an ongoing process of improving yourselves as you explore your career path.

F．You can seek a helper at work, perhaps from a different department you’d like to explore.

G．Before you can begin working on your career development, it helps to know your options.

4 . Often, research surrounding non-native — also referred to as invasive (入侵的) — species focuses on the negative impact on the environments they invade. Non-native species represent threats or even disasters; some are even famous for it. But according to a new study from Brown University, while the negative aspects of non-native life, including the increased risk of causing extinction to other species, are mainly talked about, the positives are not always addressed. Researchers say that non-native species also have the ability to increase biodiversity (生物多样性) within habitats.

As far as famously feared non-native species go, zebra mussels are high on the unwanted list. They originated in the waters of Eurasia and have grown to become a major issue in lakes and waterways across the Great Lakes, as well as in states such as Texas and California. In unnatural habitats, they reproduce rapidly, outcompeting native species for resources. Additionally, they attach themselves to hard surfaces, such as pipes and boats, costing millions to remove.

But for its research, the team decided to focus not only on non-native species’ negative impacts but also on what they can contribute to habitats. In forests, the earthworms have the ability to change the ecosystem negatively. However, when earthworms are present in agricultural land, there is a possibility for a 25-percent increase in the productivity of agricultural crops. As far as brown trout — a non-native species in New Zealand — are concerned, locals have embraced the fish, enjoying the economic and recreational benefits of fishing for the species and adding it to their local food.

Biologist Dov Sax, along with co-authors of the Brown University study, says that these benefits are not as uncommon as past research on invasive species may suggest.

“Our new paper argues that the positive impacts of non-native species are neither unexpected nor rare but instead common and important,” says Sax.

1. What does the new study focus on?

A．Bad influence of invasive species.	B．Uncertain future some species face.
C．Possible benefits non-native species bring.	D．The importance of biodiversity protection.

2. What can we learn about zebra mussels from paragraph 2?

A．They are listed as endangered species.	B．They disturb the local natural balance.
C．They receive a warm welcome in Texas.	D．They bring huge business opportunities.

3. What is locals’ attitude to the brown trout？

A．Doubtful.

B．Unclear.

C．Supportive.

D．Discontent.

4. Which is the most suitable title for the text?

A．Say No to the Non-Native Species	B．What do Unnatural Habitats Mean?
C．A Close Link Between Researches	D．Are Invasive Species Always Bad?

5 . If you connected your grandparents with flowers or blooms, what types would they be?

A theory called “orchids (兰花) and dandelions (蒲公英)” was introduced to describe how people adapt to their environment. Just like orchids that need specific conditions to grow, some people show a similar nature. On the other hand, dandelions, like weeds, can grow almost anywhere and stay strong even in difficult environments. The theory, which first came out in 2005, was created to understand how kids grow up. But in 2022, Canadian scientists discovered it also applies to older people. They investigated the lifestyle activities of more than 3,530 older adults, and then studied the influence of these activities on their cognitive (认知的) health, including whether their cognitive patterns changed.

The cognitive patterns of “dandelion” elders appear steady, which means that they tend to have better cognitive health, showing great adaptation and an ability to handle tough conditions. Dandelion-type seniors usually have strong social networks, engage positively with family members and the community, and always seek out the silver linings in life experiences. Having various hobbies or careers, they actively communicate with the world and realize their values, which allows them to find satisfaction in life.

Orchid-type seniors, who tend to have changes in cognitive patterns, maintain limited communication with the outside world. While deeply crazy about one or two hobbies or careers, they tend to focus on these interests. Although they may do well in familiar environments, unfavorable conditions lead them to overreact and struggle.

Knowing what flower type your grandparents are enables you to love and care for them better and helps them enjoy delightful and fulfilling golden years. Dandelions sometimes might struggle with loneliness, so family members’ company is helpful in such cases. For orchids, families should encourage them to express how they feel and what they need.

1. What is the “orchids and dandelions” theory mainly about?

A．The change of lifestyle.	B．Personal response to conditions.
C．Growth habit of two plants.	D．Differences between generations.

2. What do the underlined words “silver linings” mean in paragraph 3?

A．Surprising truths.	B．Unexpected turns.
C．Hopeful aspects.	D．Lasting memories.

3. What can we learn about orchid-type seniors?

A．They are willing to make changes.	B．They have good social connections.
C．They have a wide variety of hobbies.	D．They manage new conditions poorly.

4. What is the text mainly about?

A．Flowers and their influence.	B．Family members’ care and love.
C．An insight into seniors’ personalities.	D．Tips on how to improve seniors’ health.

6 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Stepping into the enormous house in Chullora, I was astonished. Hundreds of volunteers were wrapping presents or filling baskets. It was like Santa’s workshop.

It was December 2018, and I had discovered the Sydney Basket Brigade, a charitable organization that relieves poverty by providing food and other basic necessities of life to individuals or families who are poor, of low income or in need. The charity was packing baskets and gift boxes with basic daily items as well as Christmas treats. Help us change lives one basket at a time, their website read.

It was important to me that my two boys, Kallum, 10, and Brayden, 9, learnt to be kind to others, so I immediately registered (报名) myself, my husband Tony, and the boys for the packing day.

We arrived dressed in Christmas colours, but it was clear my sons hadn’t yet caught the spirit. Brayden made a complaint and asked, “How long do we have to stay here for?”

“All day, dear,” I answered.

My sons’ lives were comfortable, but I wanted to show the importance of making sacrifices (牺牲).

“Why do we have to do this?” Brayden asked.

“Because the world’s a big place,” I said. “It’s not all about us.”

The atmosphere in the house was very lively, but my boys were doing a very half-hearted job with the wrapping. I told them that this might be the only present someone gets. I showed them how to fold the corners and make the present look neat. The boys, both lovers of origami (折纸), finally started to have fun. I praised their work when they showed off their perfected wrapping.

注意：

1. 续写词数应为150左右；

2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

That evening, we delivered the first basket to an old woman.

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On our way home, my sons became unusually quiet.

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7 . 听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1. What is an important cause of stress among young people?

A．Lack of hobbies.

B．School pressure.

C．Career choices.

2. How can young people manage stress through open communication?

A．By expressing their true feelings.

B．By thinking about things in a different way.

C．By forming closer relationships with friends.

3. Which activity can help people feel calm according to the speaker?

A．Reading.

B．Outdoor sports.

C．Deep-breathing exercises.

8 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What is the evidence of climate change according to the man?

A．Hot weather.

B．Rising seas.

C．Less food.

2. What was discussed in the TV program last night?

A．Air pollution.

B．Sound pollution.

C．Plastic pollution.

3. Why does the man use a different water bottle now?

A．To save water.

B．To use less plastic.

C．To follow the trend.

4. What does the woman plan to do in the end?

A．Raise more animals.

B．Use cloth bags.

C．Eat less meat.

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where are the speakers?

A．At home.

B．At a university.

C．At a company.

2. What is difficult for Emma?

A．Managing time.

B．Making friends.

C．Understanding lectures.

3. What does the man suggest Emma do in the end?

A．Never say “no”.

B．Finish large tasks first.

C．Avoid scheduling too many things.

10 . 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Summer vacation was finally coming, and Rose couldn’t wait to have a trip with her parents. She recalled the joyful experiences they shared last summer, which filled her with excitement for the upcoming holiday.

“Girls!” Rose heard her father calling. She raced to her big sister’s room, telling her that Dad was calling them, and they rushed downstairs log either. Dad put his arm around Mom and told them that they were going on a trip to the Virunga Mountains of Africa. There were three national parks that they would visit.

Rose and Gina looked at each other. “What?” they said with one voice. Mom told them it would be really exciting to go there on a trip. At 12 years old, Rose would prefer going to an amusement park or a beach. She thought it important to let her parents know she didn’t want to go there but to the beach for a week or two.

“Well,” said Dad, “I have to go for an assignment for the paper. We’re covering the mountain gorillas (大猩猩) because they’re critically endangered these years. So, I thought it’d also be a great place to take a vacation. I’m sure it’ll be very educational for you girls.”

Gina let out a sigh, unable to contain her disappointment. She wanted to say something but Mom interrupted and announced that the trip was set on the next Monday.

“Sit down, both of you.” Dad had on his severe look. “Girls, it’s important for you to know about the world around you. This is a wonderful chance for you to experience and learn an amazing place. Do you know anything about the mountain gorillas?”

The sisters shook their heads.

“Well, get your laptop computer, Gina. I want you to look them up right now,” said Dad, “Rose, there is a book on the bookshelf about the cute mountain gorillas. Find it and read it.”

注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

The girls dragged their feet upstairs.

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The next Monday came and the family set out excitedly.

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