1 . In recent years, labels have increasingly been used by the food industry. Whether “non-GMO (转基因)” or “zero trans fat” ,“no added hormones” or “sugar-free”, consumers are demanding more information about what’s in their food.
A report by Nielsen found that 39 percent of consumers would switch from the brands they currently buy to others that provide clearer, more accurate product information. Food manufacturers are using the new labels to meet consumers’ demand, with an eye towards giving their products a leg up over the competition, and their bottom lines a boost as well.
On its face, the new marketing strategy makes sense. But these so-called “absence claims” labels are harmful both to the consumers who purchase the products and the industry that supplies them. For example, Hunt’s put a “non-GMO” label on its tomatoes a few years ago — despite the fact that, at the time, there was no such thing as a GMO tomato on the market. Over the long term, this strategy will have the opposite effect: by creating fear, we run the risk of damaging consumers' trust.
Eventually, it becomes a question in consumers' minds: Should I have ever been eating these foods in the first place? By purchasing and consuming these types of products, have I already done some kind of harm to me?
For food manufacturers, it will damage consumers’ trust, which in turn would lower sales for the whole food industry. And this isn’t just supposition. A recent study by a group of academics at the University of Delaware found that “absence claims” labels can stigmatize (污名化) food produced with conventional processes even when there is no scientific evidence that they cause harm.
In addition to the likely negative long-term impact on sales, it sends a message that innovations in farming and food processing are unwelcome, eventually leading to less efficiency, fewer choices for consumers, and, ultimately, more costly food products. Therefore, it’s clear that food manufacturers must be careful when using “absence claims” as a marketing strategy. If we allow this kind of label fear-mongering to continue, the losers will be all of us.
1. What is food manufacturers’ new marketing strategy?A.Handing out free samples for consumers to taste. |
B.Using creative wrappers to catch customers’ eyes. |
C.Attracting consumers by labelling “absence claims”. |
D.Offering more detailed goods information to customers. |
A.The Hunt’s takes a lead in the food-marketing strategy. |
B.Products without “non-GMO” labels are usually unhealthy. |
C.Consumers tend to purchase products with “absence claims” labels. |
D.The “absence claims” labels will have negative effects on consumers. |
A.It will increase the cost of food processing. |
B.It will help remove the stigma of their brand. |
C.It will cut down the sales of their food products. |
D.It will damage the trust of their cooperative partners. |
A.Increase food choices for consumers. |
B.Use “absence claims” labels cautiously. |
C.Improve the efficiency of food production. |
D.Innovate the processing methods of food products. |
2 . ABCmouse
ABCmouse is one of the most well-known learn to read apps for children. With its expert-made curriculum, the program offers endless hours of content for children aged 2 to 8. The interactive app offers thousands of activities to help develop this essential skill, with lessons that expose students to math, arts, and science at age-appropriate levels too. The cost after free trial is around $15 per month. Families who purchase a full year’s subscription can get about 40% off the price.
Homer
Homer provides a personalized learning path for children aged 2 to 8. Children will learn reading, math, creative thinking, and problem-solving skills in a fun and engaging way. Instead of a one-size-fits-most approach, Homer customizes learning plans and allows students to take the lead in deciding what they want to work on. The price point is in line with similar apps at about $5 per month after a free trial, or roughly $60 for a full year or $100 for lifetime access.
Hooked on Phonics
Hooked on Phonics is an exceptional tool for homeschoolers, with a wide range of lessons, games, and fun activities. It is one of the most popular brands for teaching kids to read, and its integrated system makes it an ideal option for homeschooling students. Children are introduced to each new concept through a series of fun activities, videos, and even songs. The system is a little bit pricier than other apps, at about $16 per month after a trial month for roughly $1.
FarFaria
FarFaria invites children to join in on a magical adventure that includes island hopping and the choice between reading the story or having it narrated completely with fun, magical animation. While the free membership offers one story a day, paid subscribers unlock access to unlimited adventures at roughly $8 per month. Readers can either read the books themselves or take advantage of the “read to me” option to have stories read aloud by professional narrators.
1. For an annual subscription to ABCmouse, how much does a family need to pay?A.$72. | B.$108. | C.$126. | D.$180. |
A.ABCmouse. | B.Homer. |
C.Hooked on Phonics. | D.FarFaria. |
A.Education. | B.Science. |
C.Culture. | D.Finance. |
3 . How to Appreciate Art
Unlocking the meaning behind a work of art is one of the many joys of viewing and collecting. But how do you appreciate art and actually interpret it?
Look at the art
Is it a painting or sculpture?
Is the texture (质感) rough or smooth?
Does it appear chaotic (混乱的) or organized?
All of these are elements the artist chose when designing the artwork, so they need to be considered.
Identify the art and artist
Knowing when or how the artwork was made reveals more information.
Take for example the famous Guernica (1937) by Pablo Picasso, knowing Picasso composed the painting in response to the bombing of the town of Guernica during the Second World War leads to understanding its anti-war ideas. Even if the historical context of an artwork is not apparent, knowing the year of its creation offers an idea as to the broader events taking place at the time.
Use what you observed in the first two steps to think about meanings the artwork could have. Many artists have specific meanings behind their art, but also encourage viewers to come up with their own understandings. In this way, there is no “right” answer that must be reached to unlock the painting’s mysteries.
Discover your tastes
Just remember one important fact: You don’t have to look at everything. For instance, if you dislike abstract art, skip the abstract.
The next time you are admiring a work of art, keep these techniques in mind, and its meaning may unfold before your eyes.
A.Think about the meaning |
B.Maintain your own opinions |
C.Viewing the art seems like an obvious first step |
D.However, keeping an open mind is always encouraged |
E.Applying these techniques to every work of art you come across may seem confusing |
F.Looking at and understanding art is all about taking the time to view, identify and think |
G.In all cases, learning something about the artist undeniably adds to the appreciation of art |
4 . How to Improve Your EQ
Emotional quotient (EQ) consists of self- awareness, self-control, self-motivation, empathy, and social skills. These help you manage your stress levels and communicate effectively with people.Here are some helpful tips to increase your EQ.
Pay attention to your body
Learn to manage your emotions
Once you're able to recognize your own emotions, it's important to work on regulating and controlling them.
Self-control is one of the five major components of EQ, and willpower is key to self-control. You can enhance willpower by resisting short-term temptation and satisfaction in order to focus on long-term goals.
Build your empathy
Empathy involves being able to recognize how other people are feeling and share in their emotions.
Put yourself out there socially
Get out of your comfort zone and make an effort to be more social, which can help you practice and improve your social skills. It can be scary to step outside your comfort zone, but increased social connection can have a positive impact on your life.
A.Work on your willpower |
B.Use self-motivation to boost self-control |
C.It's the ability to put yourself in another person's shoes |
D.This will help you practice the skill of identifying your feelings |
E.Start listening to the physical conditions of your emotions, instead of ignoring them |
F.You can do deep breathing exercises to calm anxiety in emotionally-charged situations |
G.Social connection also leads to better emotional and physical health and promotes well-being |
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2. 劳动周的活动;
3. 呼吁参加。
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During the vacation, I undertook the challenge of learn a new skill: bicycling. I begin with the basic skills of keeping balance and pedaling and gradual improved my command of controlling and navigating.
I enjoyed me and felt the excitement of smoothly moving on two wheels. Beside, conquering my fears and building my cycling abilities led to a sense of achievements.
In the fact, mastering the skill of cycling reminds me the importance of perseverance, bravery and independence. All the qualities are that we need in our future development. Every daily experience enrich my life and connects me with like-minded individuals.
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8 . I was a lecturer for 10 years when I met my greatest teacher. It wasn’t in a
She was born with congenital cerebral palsy (先天性脑瘫). At four, she still
At age 5, she won a battle against cancer. Kelsey
At six, she wished to take ballet lessons. I’m embarrassed to admit how much this
I worried about the
Kelsey danced with
Now a seventh grader, Kelsey continues to embrace her life and teach us invaluable
Kelsey, I’ll never have a greater teacher!
1.A.classroom | B.family | C.kindergarten | D.restaurant |
A.managed | B.continued | C.refused | D.struggled |
A.intense | B.challenging | C.impossible | D.confusing |
A.resistance | B.persistence | C.assistance | D.acceptance |
A.gesture | B.movement | C.timetable | D.interest |
A.adapted | B.faced | C.lived | D.coped |
A.listed | B.chosen | C.cast | D.named |
A.comedy | B.media | C.music | D.game |
A.uninterruptedly | B.conveniently | C.unnoticeably | D.exhaustedly |
A.dressed | B.lost | C.nursed | D.adjusted |
A.frightened | B.excited | C.ashamed | D.encouraged |
A.attitudes | B.passions | C.feelings | D.thoughts |
A.guiding | B.teasing | C.complaining | D.admiring |
A.turn down | B.light up | C.give up | D.break down |
A.connected with | B.brought up | C.carried out | D.canceled out |
A.abandon | B.worry | C.ease | D.care |
A.discouraged | B.unaffected | C.influenced | D.unbalanced |
A.switched | B.returned | C.stuck | D.related |
A.success | B.result | C.hesitation | D.reason |
A.skills | B.rules | C.plays | D.lessons |
1. What is the speaker doing?
A.He is advertising a house. |
B.He is showing people around a house. |
C.He is constructing a house. |
A.It was completed before 1904. |
B.It was designed in an old style. |
C.It was named after the architect. |
A.Wood. | B.Brick. | C.Concrete. |
A.Their plans have been preserved. |
B.Some of them are copies. |
C.They are uniquely designed. |
1. What happened to the woman at the beginning?
A.She lost her phone. |
B.She couldn’t find the way. |
C.She was trapped in heavy snow. |
A.The car was running out of gas. |
B.She stopped to answer a call. |
C.The engine couldn’t work properly. |
A.By drinking hot tea. |
B.By having more clothes on. |
C.By using the car heater. |
A.They called an ambulance. |
B.They led the woman to her home. |
C.They helped the woman go to the main road. |