1 . When I started secondary school, aged 11, I found myself in a class with only two children I’d met before.
Spot similarities.
| A．Pay attention |
| B．But I soon got to know everyone |
| C．But I soon failed to remember their names |
| D．It’s always good to connect new information with things you already know |
2 . Qinghuaci ware is one of the most well-known cultural products in China, with items made in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, considered the best in quality.
Cai Wenjuan’s parents and grandparents made qinghuaci here. Cai’s childhood memories are connected to ceramics, which led her to find her passion in painting as a girl. Even after graduating from Jingdezhen Ceramic University in 2006, she didn’t think about inheriting the family craft and became a saleswoman at a ceramic studio in Beijing back then.
After two years of selling ceramics, Cai was captivated by the blue-and-white ware. She quit her job and returned to her hometown in late 2008, starting a two-year learning experience of painting blue-and-white porcelain items. In 2012, Cai established her own ceramics-making company and two years later, she built the ceramics-themed brand China Story.
Pushing the boundaries of the age-old practice, Cai puts blue-and-white patterns, inspired by Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) porcelain, on daily objects such as phone cases, umbrellas, pillows and so on. So far, more than 1,000 kinds of cultural products have been sold by her company. “The charm and story behind the blue-and-white china can be told through the way the young generation feels connected,” Cai says, adding that china can be stylish.
As a provincial-level inheritor of the blue-and-white china-painting, she devotes herself to passing on the craft by combining the ancient charm with modern aesthetics. On video-sharing platform Douyin, Cai has posted more than 60 clips to popularize the craft and the culture behind it. “One day, I hope there are traditional Chinese elements everywhere in daily life,” Cai says. Like Cai, more young artists are considering a career in china-related businesses in Jingdezhen, with the local government rolling out supportive measures for a variety of startups in the field.
1. What caused Cai Wenjuan to be fond of painting?| A．Her gift. | B．Her curiosity. |
| C．Her being tired of selling goods. | D．Her childhood experience. |
| A．shocked | B．attracted | C．embarrassed | D．challenged |
| A．Considerate. | B．Creative. | C．Strict. | D．Generous. |
| A．It needs checking. | B．It needs culture. |
| C．It has a bright future. | D．It has a limited platform. |
3 . No matter what your holiday wish is, you’ll find a home here in the Charleston area.
The Spectator Hotel — Holiday Cheers with Spectator Spirit
Toast to the good life at The Spectator Hotel, a favorite place during the holidays. All things are festive and bright this season. Enjoy a holiday cocktail carefully made by our award-winning mixologist (调酒师), a nightly $10 credit (积分) to The Bar, and a his & hers set from Brackish — one Gatsby bow tie and one pair of Delores Stud Earrings.
The Restoration Hotel — Spread Cheer Christmas Tree Package
The Spread Holiday Cheer Package includes a decorated tree in room along with a souvenir, Charleston book and holiday cookies. Dreidels, menorahs, and other items are available upon request.
Wild Dunes Resort — Sleigh (滑雪橇) the Holidays
Sleigh the holiday season with a getaway to Wild Dunes Resort! Make your Charleston holiday memorable with our exclusive offer (独家优惠), a fantastic getaway to Charleston’s island resort and receive the following inclusions: accommodations for two nights, two seasonal welcome cocktails at Coastal Provisions, Oyster Catcher, or Sippin’ Santa (only available in December), and $50 resort credit.
The Tides at Folly Beach — Light Up the Holidays
Unwrap the gift of pure holiday magic with our Light Up the Holidays package. Embrace the spirit of the season as you experience the charming Holiday Festival of Lights at James Island County Park, a beloved annual tradition. Sip and enjoy the delights of the holidays with two insulated tumblers (水杯) perfect for enjoying steaming hot chocolate on cold nights. Our thoughtful package also includes a souvenir and a sweet treat, filling your getaway with memories to cherish.
1. What is served in both The Spectator Hotel and Wild Dunes Resort?| A．Earrings. | B．Cookies. | C．Cocktails. | D．Chocolate. |
| A．The Spectator Hotel. | B．The Restoration Hotel. |
| C．Wild Dunes Resort. | D．The Tides at Folly Beach. |
| A．Yearly. | B．Weekly. | C．Monthly | D．Daily. |
| A．A storybook. | B．A travel guide. |
| C．A health magazine. | D．A sports website. |
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Dear Tom,
I’m writing to share my decisions about my course selection for nest semester.
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All the best!
Yours,
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6 . It’s normal to wake up at night, especially as you age, but negative news can further activate your mind and make it hard for you to fall back asleep. Therefore, hope the following tips can help you have a deep sleep.
Test your pillow.
Skip salty snacks before bed. In a Japanese study, researchers followed 321 patients with high-salt diets and sleep issues for 12 weeks. When people cut down on salt, their average toilet trips decreased from twice a night to once.
| A．Handle your troubles before dinner |
| B．Those who consumed more salt had a deeper sleep |
| C．If you bought your pillow in 2020, it’s already old |
| D．And those who consumed more salt woke up more often to go to the bathroom |
7 . Blue-light-blocking glasses are supposed to protet eyes from the effects of short-wavelength light from our smartphones, computer screens and LED lights. Considering how much time we spend on our phones, we may think such glasses are smart choices, right? After all, eye strain is a real issue and can lead to poor sleep and even macular degeneration. The glasses can cost SIS all the way up to several hundred dollars. But do they work?
Elizabeth Esparaz, an ophthalmologist based in Cleveland, Ohio, says the information that companies share as they recommend these glasses can be confusing. For starters, blue light is not just about tech devices, and it’s not always bad. “The sun produces a much higher intensity of blue light than human-made devices, of course, and it’s actually beneficial,” says Dr. Esparaz. It helps our mood and sleep-wake cycle. However, the problem is blue light at night:it affects the release of melatonin. “Melatonin helps adjust our living paces and makes us sleepy,” says Dr. Esparaz.
So, in theory, wearing blue-light-blocking glasses should help people who watch movies in bed or read from an iPad at night to avoid sleeplessness. A 2021 review study found that people affected by sleep disorders fell asleep faster after using these glasses.
As for eye strain, a 2021 Australian study showed that those wearing the glasses experience similar eye strain to those using clear glasses. And a 2018 review study, also by Australian researchers, found that wearing blue-light-blocking glasses failed to prevent macular degeneration.
But Dr. Esparaz says, “These glasses aren’t going to be harmful. ”
1. What is the function of Paragraph 1?| A．To lead in the topic. | B．To offer an example. |
| C．To give people suggestions. | D．To present the main idea. |
| A．The sun. | B．The melatonin. | C．The device. | D．The blue light. |
| A．watch movies in the cinema | B．suffer from eyestrain seriously |
| C．have sleep problems at night | D．use iPad to work in the daytime |
| A．A Way to Protect our Eyes | B．A Solution to Sleep Disorders |
| C．Why Blue-light-blocking Glasses Important? | D．Blue-light-blocking Glasses, to Buy or not to Buy? |
8 . As a boy, John Kerr wanted to be a fireman or a park ranger (公园管理员). Looking back on that childhood dream, he says, “This is exactly what I was longing for.”
Instead, after graduation, he spent four decades at WGBH in Boston, one of the public broadcasting stations. He retired in 2005 at the age of 65 without any particular post-career goal in mind. After several aimless weeks, he decided to drive his camper to visit family in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
During the trip, he stopped at the Yellowstone Park Foundation, which raises funds for Yellowstone, America’s first national park. As it happened, the foundation was hiring people to educate park guests on wolves. Later, Kerr signed up for the position as an intern (实习生) .
Kerr stood out in the intern crowd — most of them were college and even high school students. But, in a sense, he had been prepared for this since his youth. His outdoor adventures with his grandfather had given him a love to nature, and as an adult, he had helped out at the local fire department on medical calls.
From his internship, he moved up to ranger, educating park visitors, ensuring safe encounters between guests and animals, and responding to medical emergencies (紧急情况). He values his stewardship (管理工作) of what he describes as one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and appreciates the moments when he treats a visitor to an up-close look at one of the park’s wolves or bears through his telescope.
“These are rich and all-too-rare moments,” recalls Kerr. “I never forget them.”
1. Why did Kerr go to Wyoming?| A．To find a job. | B．To visit family. |
| C．To join an internship. | D．To become a volunteer. |
| A．He suited the job quite well. | B．He was born to love nature. |
| C．He put out the fire alone. | D．He was the only adult intern. |
| A．Helping visitors and feeding animals. |
| B．Training interns and raising money. |
| C．Handling emergencies and ensuring safety. |
| D．Putting out fires and repairing telescopes. |
| A．Worried. | B．Ashamed. | C．Positive. | D．Regretful. |
Welcome to Park Plaza Nottingham. Our number one priority will always be the safety and wellbeing of our guests and team.
Go digital!
Our online check-in and check-out are fast and easy. Use your smartphone as your digital key and head straight to your room, message us with any requests 24/7, and order food online with the comfort of your room. Check your stay with our contactless services — simply scan the OR code (二维码) at the bottom of the letter or visit qr.pphe.com/n.
Housekeeping Service.
For your comfort and safety and to reduce contact points, guests staying for more than one night will only have their rooms cleaned every three days. We have placed extra facilities (设施) in your room for your convenience. If you wish to have your room cleaned more often or require towels, please do let us know.
Food &Drinks.
Buffet breakfast is available in Chino Latino. Served from 6:30 a. m. until 10:30 a. m. Monday to Friday and 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 a. m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Chino Latino Restaurant is open Thursday — Saturday from 3:00 p. m. until late.
Chino Latino Bar is open Sunday — Wednesday from 3:00 p. m. until 10. 30 p. m. and Thursday — Saturday from 3:00 p. m. until late.
Gym.
The onsite Gym is located on the 1lth floor. In order to get the gym facilities, you will need to collect a key from the reception desk (前台). Please note that the maximum capacity of our gym is two people at any given time.
If you wish to speak to us, we are available 24/7. Please message us using the QR code below or dial the reception on your in-room phone.
Best regards,
Park Plaza Nottingham
1. What does “Go digital!” refer to in Paragraph 2?
| A．The hotel sells smartphones. | B．All the keys can be ordered. |
| C．Various things can be done online. | D．Guests can have comfortable rooms. |
| A．The room will be cleaned every two days. |
| B．The room will not be cleaned during the stay. |
| C．The hotel will offer extra contact points. |
| D．The hotel will send you to the 11th floor. |
| A．6:00 a. m. | B．10:00 a. m. | C．10:40 a. m. | D．11:00 a. m. |
| A．In the shop. | B．In the office. | C．In the hospital. | D．In the hotel. |
When Emily was 16, she had a dream of becoming a professional singer, a dream that was as bright as the stars in the night sky. Emily’s parents, though supportive, often reminded her of the importance of her studies. This made Emily feel torn (为难) between her passion and her responsibilities
Each day, Emily trained herself for hours. She would sing in the mirror, imagining every audience was fully attracted by her singing. The sound of her voice filled the empty room, giving Emily a sense of purpose and fulfillment (成就感).
When she learned about the local singing competition, Emily felt a spark of excitement in her heart. She chose a song that reflected her emotional journey and practised it over and over again. The lyrics spoke to her heart, allowing her to relive (回味) moments of joy, heartbreak and growth.
Finally came the day of the competition. With butterflies in her stomach, Emily could feel her heart pounding in her chest as she walked onto the stage. As the music began, Emily closed her eyes and let her voice flow out. She could hear the audience gasp (倒吸气) as she hit the high notes, and she felt a sense of connection with them that she had never experienced before.
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As she sang, Emily’s emotions poured out.
___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________When the judges announced Emily as the winner, she felt a wave of joy washing over her.
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